Family Campfire, Friday, Feb. 3, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Rockwood Nature Center 3401 Courthouse Road. Bundle up the family as you look and listen for winter wildlife along the trails of Rockwood Park, then warm up by the campfire and enjoy s’mores. Flashlights recommended. For all ages. Registration required. $7. 804-768-7448/information, 804-748-1623/ registration, chesterfield.gov/naturecenter CHESTERFIELD COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION
THURSDAY, FEB. 2
Drop-in Genealogy,10 a.m.-noon, Central Library, 7051 Lucy Corr Blvd. Join experienced lineage researchers of the Daughters of the American Revolution Bermuda Hundred Chapter for beginning genealogy assistance. Free. 804-751-CCPL, library.chesterfield.gov/events
Kids Run RVA: Junior Trailblazers, 4:30-5:30, Tuesdays and Thursdays through April 20, Mayes-Colbert Ettrick Recreation Center, 20261 Woodpecker Road. Build a love for running and train to run a 10K with the help of Sports Backers. For grades 3-9. Free. Registration requested. 804-706-2596 or email davistif@chesterfield.gov, chesterfield.gov/parks
Chesterfield County Public Schools FY2024 Budget Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Cosby High School, 14300 Fox Club Parkway. The CCPS School Board will hold town halls throughout the budget process. 804-748-1897, oneccps.org
Chesterfield County Public Schools FY2024 Budget Meeting (Spanish Presentation), 6:30 p.m., Chesterfield Technical Center @ Courthouse, 10101 Courthouse Road. See previous listing.
“Jump Baby,” 7 p.m., Bright Point Community College, Lynn Theater, Trailblazer Hall, 800 Charter Colony Parkway. Set in 2009-2010 against the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, two army officers continually reunite just to be torn apart again in this story about duty and change, love and war. Continues through Feb. 12. $10, $5/military, veterans, free/Brightpoint students. theatreinfo@brightpoint.edu, brownpapertickets.com/event/5692705
FRIDAY, FEB. 3
Yoga/Pilates, 9-10 a.m. weekly through Feb. 24, Mayes-Colbert Ettrick Recreation Center, 20261 Woodpecker Road. Work on aligning, strengthening and flexibility, breathing techniques and meditation. Expect simplicity, repetition, and ease of movement. $40. 804-706-2596, davistif@chesterfield.gov, chesterfield.gov/parks
Tai Chi, 10-11 a.m. weekly through Feb. 24, Mayes-Colbert Ettrick Recreation Center, 20261 Woodpecker Road. Tai Chi is described as mindful meditation. The slow movements and breathing exercises help improve health by integrating the mind and body. $40. 804-706-2596, davistif@chesterfield.gov, chesterfield.gov/parks
Chair Volleyball, 10:30-11:30, Tuesdays and Thursdays through April 28, Stonebridge Recreation Center, 230 Karl Linn Drive. The game is played with a beach ball and a five-foot-high net. Rules are similar to regular volleyball except “cheeks on the chair.” Free. 804-768-7885/ information, 804-748-1623/registration, chesterfield.gov/parks
Card Group: Party Bridge, 1-4 p.m., Stonebridge Recreation Center, 230 Karl Linn Drive. Drop in to play cards and socialize with friends or make new ones. Free. 804-768-7885/information, 804-748- 1623/registration, chesterfield.gov/parks
“The Lion King Jr.,” 7 p.m., Tomahawk Creek Middle School Theatre, 1600 Learning Place Loop. CharacterWorks presents this fun classic musical performance. Continues through Feb. 5. $17. 804-306-9159, cworkstheater.org
“A Soldier’s Play,” 8 p.m., runs various dates/times through March 4, Swift Creek Mill Theatre, 17401 Route 1. In a segregated army camp in 1944, the murder of a Black sergeant stirs animosity and corruption among the soldiers under his command. When a captain arrives to investigate, truths are confessed, and a secret is revealed. Strong content (see website for details.) Continues through March 4. $49. 804-748-5203, swiftcreekmill.com
Galentines Day Comedy Special, 8:30 p.m., Perkinson Center for the Arts & Education, 11810 Centre Street. Pearl St Comedy presents comedians Apple Brown Betty, Patrice DeVeaux, Kim Villamera, Leila Youmans, Heather Joyce and Liz Barlow. It will be a night full of feminine fun! For ages 18 and older. $27.50, $22/military, senior. 804-748-5555, perkinsoncenter.org
Saturday, Feb. 4
Black Belt Diva Women’s Self Defense Workshop, 9-11 a.m., Ettrick Recreation Center, 20261 Woodpecker Road. Learn basic hands-on tactics and safety awareness. Open to ages 13 and older. No experience needed. $30. 804-706-2596, davistif@chesterfield.gov, chesterfield.gov/parks
Mad Science: Winter Wonderlab, 10:30-11:15 a.m., LaPrade Library, 9000 Hull Street Road. The Mad Scientist will make bubbling potions, popping corks, shivering quarters and clouds of fog in this cool mixture of science and magic. For ages 6-11. Free. Registration required. 804-751-CCPL, library.chesterfield.gov/events
Crafter’s Delight, 1-3 p.m., Clover Hill Library, 6701 Deer Run Drive. Do you knit, crochet, scrapbook, embroider, or do anything else crafty? Join others at Clover Hill’s large meeting room for fun and a crafty good time. Free. 804-751-CCPL, library.chesterfield.gov
Families in the Outdoors: Snow Moon Hike, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Henricus Historical Park, 251 Henricus Park Road. Hike along old trails and bushwhack through forested uplands, meadows, floodplains and along Falling Creek to explore an area not yet open to the public. Minimum age is 8. $9. Registration required. 804.318-8735, chesterfield.gov/parks
Monday, Feb. 6
Chesterfield on Foot Walking Club, 10-11 a.m., Huguenot Park, 10901 Robious Road. Meet at the playground. Meet or make friends and enjoy this 2.3-mile walk. For weather related cancellation message, call 804-751-4753. Free. Registration required. 804-748-1623, chesterfield.gov/parks
Brain Aerobics: Preventing Memory Loss, 10-11 a.m., Stonebridge Recreation Center, 230 Karl Linn Drive. If you have an interest in games, entertainment and education, this course is for you. This is an all-natural way to boost your mood, improve your memory and protect your brain against aging. $20. Registration required. 804-768-7885/information, 804-748-1623/registration, chesterfield.gov/parks
A Matter of Balance, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. weekly through April 3, Ettrick Recreation Center, 20261 Woodpecker Road. This nationally recognized program helps reduce the fear of falling and increase strength and activity levels among older adults. Free. Registration required. 804-706-2596, davistif@chesterfield.gov, chesterfield.gov/parks
Hands-Only CPR and AED Awareness Training, 11 a.m.-noon, Ettrick Recreation Center, 20261 Woodpecker Road. Learn lifesaving tips from Fire and EMS. Classes are available for those age 13 and older (Minors must be accompanied by a guardian). Free. Registration required. 804-706-2596, chesterfield.gov/parks
“Bridge of Spies” screening with commentary by Gary Powers Jr., 1-4 p.m., Stonebridge Recreation Center, 230 Karl Linn Drive. During the program, Gary Powers Jr. will discuss the misinformation in the movie, talk about being on set, working with the cast and crew, and will offer a behind-the-scenes look into what motivated Spielberg to make this movie. This will be shown on the jumbo screen in the gym. Refreshments will be served. Free. 804-768-7885/information, 804-748-1623/registration, chesterfield.gov/parks
Brick Buddies, 6-7 p.m., Ettrick Recreation Center, 20261 Woodpecker Road. Come let your creativity flow with those who share a love of LEGOs. Enjoy design challenges, work on an unique project, be inspired and learn from others. Free. 804-706-2596, davistif@chesterfield.gov, chesterfield.gov/parks
Fitness Warriors: Circuit Jam Drop In, 6:15-7 p.m. weekly through April 24, Stonebridge Recreation Center, 230 Karl Linn Drive. This weekly class is fun, upbeat and infuses line dancing, aerobic and dance moves for a great cardio workout. Circuits or stations are incorporated to tone muscles and build endurance. Free. 804-768-7885/information, 804-748-1623/registration, chesterfield.gov/parks
Scientific Racism and the First Psychiatric Facility for African Americans, 6:30-8 p.m. Ettrick-Matoaca Library, 4501 River Road. Features a screening of the film, “Central Lunatic Asylum for the Colored Insane” which was written and produced by VCU professor, Dr. Shawn Utsey. A Q&A session follows. A Black History Month program. Free. Registration requested. 804-751-CCPL, library.chesterfield.gov
Tuesday, Feb. 7
Low Impact Aerobics, 9-10 a.m. weekly through Mar. 7, Stonebridge Recreation Center, 230 Karl Linn Drive. Includes warm-up and cool-down exercises and some strength training. Hand weights are provided, but participants may bring their own. $20. 804-768-7885/information, 804-748-1623/registration, chesterfield.gov/parks
Lunchtime Lecture Series: My Life as Sharecropper, noon-1 p.m., Castlewood, 10201 Iron Bridge Road. Bring your own lunch and enjoy this historical presentation where local author James McKnight will recount the life of his grandfather’s legacy as a sharecropper. Free. Registration required. 804-748-1623, chesterfield.gov/parks
CCPL Chess Club, 5-7 p.m., Meadowdale Library, 4301 Meadowdale Blvd. All ages welcome. Sets and space provided. Free. 804-751-CCPL, library.chesterfield.gov
Karate, 6-7 p.m./youth, 7-8 p.m./ages 14 and older, Bensley Recreation Center, 2900 Drewry’s Bluff Road. Self-defense, physical fitness, coordination, balance and discipline are featured in this ongoing karate jutsu style program. $55. 804-768-7904/information, 804-748-1623/registration. chesterfield.gov/parks
Fitness Warriors: Keep it Moving Drop In, 6:30-7:15 p.m. weekly through April 25, Stonebridge Recreation Center, 230 Karl Linn Drive. This class is low impact cardio to get your heart rate up while having fun. Open to all fitness levels for ages 18 and older. Free. 804-768-7885/information, 804-748-1623/registration, chesterfield.gov/parks
School Board Business Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Public Meeting Room, 10001 Iron Bridge Road. 804-748-1897, oneccps.org.
Wednesday, Feb. 8
Baby Story Time, 9:15-9:45 a.m., Bon Air Library, 9103 Rattlesnake Road. This is a lap sit story time to help babies play. For ages 0-2 and their caregivers. Free. 804-751-CCPL, chesterfield.evanced.info/signup/calendar
Moving On After Moving In, 10-11:30 a.m., Swift Creek Presbyterian Church, 5900 Woolridge Road. This 12-week class is designed for women who are new to the area, provides help and encouragement to make a smoother transition and feel “at home” more quickly. Make friends, discuss the book, After the Boxes are Unpacked, and learn more about the Richmond area. Liza Seibert, 739-1183, moved2midlothian@gmail.com.
How to Grow a Community Garden, From Planning to Planting, 5-7 p.m., Central Library, 9501 Lori Road. Learn the planning and communication steps that prepare the ground for a successful project that grows rich community engagement and yields a bountiful harvest. Free. Registration required. 804-751-4401, email/vce@chesterfield.gov chesterfield.gov/429/cooperative-extension
Marcus Garvey and the Black Liberation, 6:30-7:30 p.m., LaPrade Library, 9000 Hull Street Road. Learn how Marcus Garvey and his followers built the largest mass movement in the history of the African Diaspora and what lessons their success holds for our understanding of the Black liberation struggle. A Black History Month program. Free. Registration required. 804-751-CCPL, library.chesterfield.gov/events
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