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February 2025 Update
Hello Subscriber,
February is here! While winter still lingers, our parks and programs are brimming with activities to keep you moving, learning, and having fun all month long.
Look for this newsletter each month and stay connected. Past issues are available.
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FEBRUARY: A MONTH OF CELEBRATIONS |
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A variety of programs that uncover the rich, diverse African American heritage and the contributions to our community and nation.
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Discover programs that highlight the impact of therapeutic recreation in promoting health, emotional well-being, and skills for individuals with disabilities.
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Top News
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 📌 Saturday, Feb. 8, 11 AM - 5 PM
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Snowball Festival
The Snowball Festival is back with fun activities, music and food to help kids of all ages celebrate winter with family and friends.
Enjoy skating on the synthetic ice rink and jumping in the winter-themed inflatables.
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 📌 Saturday, Feb. 22, 10 AM - 2 PM
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Black History Vendor Fair
Celebrate Black History Month with Parks and Recreation at Beulah Recreation Center.
Discover 40 Black-owned vendors selling everything from visual art, jewelry, clothing, ceramic art, food, apothecary, and more.
For all events throughout the county.
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Splash Pad on the Horizon
The splash pad at Beulah Recreation Center is on track for summer 2025!
Stay up to date projects throughout the parks and their progress on our Planning and Construction page.
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 You may also contact the recreation center or facility directly if you have questions.
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Inclement Weather Updates
When adverse weather threatens, please check Chesterfield.gov/Parks for closure status.
If the county offices are open but certain Parks and Recreation programs need to be canceled, staff will contact registered participants directly with details about a specific class.
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Jessica Honaker
Certified Therapeutic
Recreation Specialist
February is Therapeutic Recreation Month and the ideal time to highlight Jessie Honaker, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. As the leader of our Therapeutic Recreation team, Jessie is passionate about improving the lives of individuals with disabilities through recreational opportunities.
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Her commitment is evident in the success of programs she runs like the annual All Abilities Recreation Fair, that connects individuals of all ages and abilities with valuable resources. In addition to planning, organizing and leading several TR programs each month, she devotes extra time to department efforts. In December she coordinated the department’s contribution of gifts to a family in the Chesterfield Christmas Mother program. And she continues to develop professionally, having recently earned her Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification.
Jessie is a true asset to our department and an inspiration to the community we serve. She’s an example of how one person’s dedication can positively impact many others.
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FEBRUARY PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS |
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Bensley Recreation Center
Insta-Pot Cooking Class
Monday, Feb. 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Ages 50+ | $30
Chair Fitness
Wednesdays, Feb. 12-March 12
11:15 am. to noon
Ages 50+ | $20
Karate
Tuesdays & Thursdays, Feb. 27-April 1
Youth: 6-7 p.m. | Adults: 7-8 p.m. | $55
Chesterfield Historical Society
Martha & George: A Love Story
Friday, Feb. 7, 6 p.m.
Beulah Recreation Center
Chesterfield County Public
Schools in the Era of Segregation
Friday, Feb. 21, 6 p.m.
Stonebridge Recreation Center
$5 for non-members
Payment taken at the event.
Outdoors Program
Kayak Rolling and Paddle Stroke
Sunday, Feb. 9, 5-7:30 p.m. at the Manchester YMCA
Ages 13+ | $60
Adult Rock Climbing Introduction
Thursdays, Feb. 27-March 20
9-10 a.m. at Peak Experience
Ages 30+ | $90
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RoboKai
Locations:
Watkins Elementary
Wednesdays, Feb. 12-March 5
4-5 p.m.
Woolridge Elementary
Thursdays, Feb. 12-March 6
4-7 p.m.
*$85 per four-week session. | Ages 7-10
Stonebridge Recreation Center
Chair Fitness | $20
Thursday, Jan. 30-Feb. 27
10:15-11 a.m. | Ages 50+
Mondays, Feb. 24-March 24
11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | Ages 50+
Bridge - Advance Beginner II
Tuesdays, Feb. 25-April 1
10 a.m. to noon | Ages 50+ | $63
Fairy Gardens 101 Workshop
Wednesday, Feb. 26, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Ages 50+ | $20
Virginia Cooperative Extension
Wake Up Your Plants for Spring!
Saturday, Feb. 1, 10 a.m. to noon
Central Library | Ages 16+ | Free
Shape Up Your Trees and Shrubs
Saturday, Feb. 8, 10-11:30 a.m.
Central Library | Ages 16+ | Free
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Upcoming Special Events
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