Chester Baptist Church Ultimate Christmas party is one of over 5,000 parties going on across the country as part of Child Evangelism Fellowship’s “Christmas Across America” initiative. Their party along with others like it across the country will spread the good news of Jesus Christ in a fun and inviting way. The Ultimate Christmas party for ages five to 12 will be this Saturday, Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Children are invited to come enjoy games, songs, a Bible Story and snacks. Parents are welcome to stay and observe if they wish. The name of the Bible…
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The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia, (CHSV), in partnership with the Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation, presents a workshop for Boy scouts in December. The Boy Scout Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge Workshop will be held on Saturday, December 19, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Historic Trinity Church, 10111 Iron Bridge Rd., Chesterfield.This workshop fulfills merit badge requirements by allowing scouts to understand their rights, liberties and freedoms as citizens. Cost is $10 and registration and payment must be made in advance by visiting the CHSV website at www.chesterfieldhistory.com. To learn more about prerequisites…
Chesterfield Children’s Theatre presents Willy Wonka Jr and A Princess Christmas at Matoaca Middle School West. Wonka will be performed at 7 p.m. Friday December 11 and 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, December 12. Tickets are $10 at the Door with a $5 discount for students. Four and under are free. A Princess Christmas will be performed at 5 p.m. Saturday only. Tickets are $5 at the door with a $2 discount for students and four and under are free. Both shows will feature a meet and greet of characters, snack bar, silent auction, etc. For more information email: [email protected] Other upcoming events include; Chester Idol, Dec…
DECEMBER 5 CHESTER CHOICES BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP – 10:30 a.m. until Noon. Chester Library. “The Invention of Wings,” by Sue Monk Kidd will be discussed. No registration required. CHESTER GIRL SCOUT CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY – 6 p.m. Entrance of Chester Village Green, West Hundred Road. DECEMBER 6 CHESTER PICKLEBALL – Goyne Park. Ecoff Ave. Each Thursday. 9 until 11 a.m. 6 until 8 p.m. Play will be at the tennis courts located behind the baseball field. Questions or info, call 804-712-8113. CHESTERFIELD COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY meeting. 3 p.m. Economic Development Offices, 9401 Courthouse Road, Suite B. Call Lori…
The James River Parade of Lights, sponsored by the James River Advisory Council, is one of the region’s most cherished holiday events. The Parade of Lights will take place on Saturday, Dec. 12. For those boaters who would still like to enter their boat in the parade, prizes are awarded in several categories. An after-parade awards celebration is held for all participating boaters. First-time participants will be entered into a special prize drawing. Best viewing for Chesterfield County residents will be at Henricus Historical Park and Dutch Gap Boat Landing. The parade will begin at Libby Hill at 6 p.m.…
NOVEMBER 25 CCPS SCHOOLS CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY COLLECTION FOR CHRISTMAS MOTHER PROGRAM – Ongoing through Dec. 4. James River Industrial Park and James River Contracting collecting new toys for children and issues challenge to all area residents to participate. Collection boxes located at 13515 Lawing Dr. Details: 748-2917. NOVEMBER 26 HAPPY THANKSGIVING COUNTY, STATE, FEDERAL OFFICES CLOSED. COUNTY SCHOOLS CLOSED CHESTER PICKLEBALL. Goyne Park. Ecoff Ave. Each Thursday. 9 until 11 a.m. 6 until 8 p.m. Play will be at the tennis courts located behind the baseball field. Questions or info, call 712-8113 for Thanksgiving play. NOVEMBER 27 BLACK…
Chesterfield County Public Library will host writer D. Randall Blythe, more popularly known as the lead singer of the rock band Lamb of God. The lyricist will talk about his recently published memoir as part of the library’s author visit series. The memoir called “Dark Days,” documents Blythe’s recent experience in a nineteenth century prison in the Czech Republic after being arrested for manslaughter. He was incarcerated for over a month in a cell with individuals who spoke little English. Blythe will share his journey – from arrest to acquittal – at the Meadowdale Library, 4301 Meadowdale Blvd. on Friday,…
The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia, (CHSV), in partnership with the Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation, presents an American Heritage merit badge workshop for Boy Scouts in December. The Boy Scout American Heritage Merit Badge Workshop will be held on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Historic Trinity Church, 10111 Iron Bridge Rd., Chesterfield. This workshop fulfills merit badge requirements concerning history and cultural heritage. Cost is $10 and registration is through the CHSV website at www.chesterfieldhistory.com. Prerequisites are required for this workshop. Call 751-4946 for details.
Join Henricus Historical Park on December 5th for the inaugural Boar’s Head Feast. Tis’ the season to step back into time and discover the sights, sounds, and flavors of Christmas as it was in the year of 1590. Guests will experience a multi-course feast including roasted meats, pies, ale, cider and more, served at a candle-lit table with a blazing Yule log fire. Dine to the sounds of period musicians and enjoy many a toast to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth I. Begin your holidays with one of the oldest English Christmas traditions in one of the oldest English settlements in…
The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia (CHSV) in partnership with the Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation will offer a paranormal investigation of Historic Trinity Church in December . In partnership with CHSV, Spirited History will offer a special investigation on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 8 p.m. until 10 p.m. at the Historic Trinity Church, 10111 Iron Bridge Rd. This special holiday program will utilize holiday music as a trigger to connect with spirits. Cost is $20/person; ages eight to adult only; children must be accompanied by an adult. Spirited History can be heard live every Friday night at…