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June 2025 Update
Hello Subscriber,
Summer is here and we're ready to bring the heat! Here are the latest updates from the Parks & Recreation department for June.
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Top News
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📍Starting Wednesday, June 4
Summer hours are changing at Rockwood Nature Center. Visit Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. starting June 3.
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📍Saturday, June 7
Take in the sounds of the Richmond Symphony at the Heritage Amphitheater while surrounded by the beauty of Pocahontas State Park.
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📍Friday, June 20
On the longest day of the year, it's time to Play All Day! Our team has created fun opportunities for the community to engage with nature, activities and each other! Scope out what you want to do now and join the fun on Friday, June 20! Most are free or low-cost and few require advanced registration.
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Behind the Scenes Heroes
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Ericka Bynum
Principal Recreation Specialist
Ericka Bynum brings extensive experience to Chesterfield Parks and Recreation, having worked in almost every area of the field, including athletics, youth programs, summer camps, therapeutic and older adult recreation, special events, and facility operations. She currently leads our four recreation centers: Bensley, Beulah, Ettrick, and Stonebridge. She and her team have launched a wide range of successful programs and events that engage and uplift the community. Ericka has introduced standout events like
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Echoes of Joy at Ettrick and the Back to School Bash at Beulah. Great work Ericka! Thank you for being part of the Chesterfield Parks and Recreation family. |
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Upcoming June Programs
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Bensley Recreation Center
Summer Camp - Creative Art for Kids
Monday-Thursday, June 9-12
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Ages 5-12 | $35
Sandcastle Acrylic Painting
Thursday, June 12, 1-3 p.m.
Ages 50+ | $25
The Research Library of the Chesterfield County Historical Society
Wednesday, June 18, 1-2 p.m.
Ages 50+ | Free
Volunteer with Chesterfield County Public Library
Wednesday, June 25, 1-2 p.m.
Ages 50+ | Free
Beulah Recreation Center
Pickleball – Beginner 101
Fridays, June 7-13, 1-3:15 p.m.
Ages 50+ | $49
Soil Building for Vegetable Gardens
Saturday, June 14, noon to 1:30 p.m.
All ages | Free
Gentle Yoga
Tuesdays, June 24-July 15
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Ages 50+ | $20
Chesterfield Baptist Church
Gardening for Changing Climate
Tuesday, June 3, 10-11 a.m.
Ages 50+ | Free
Company's Coming Band in Concert
Thursday, June 5, 2-3 p.m.
Ages 50+ | Free
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Outdoor Adventure
Kayak Whitewater Basic Trip
Sunday, June 8, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Forest Hill Park
Ages 13+ | $70
Kayaking Calm Water Sampler
Sunday, June 22, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Dutch Gap Conservation Area
Ages 13+ | $40
Friday Kayak Tours - Paddle for the Prothonotary
Friday, June 27, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Henricus Parking Lot
Ages 7+ | $13
History Focused Programs
The Early History of Richmond
National Battlefield Park
Saturday, June 14, 11 a.m.-Noon
Chesterfield County Museum
All ages | Free
History of Point of Rocks Park
Friday, June 20, 10 a.m.-Noon
Dodd Park at Point of Rocks
All ages | $8
Lord Chesterfield:
Our County's Namesake
Saturday, June 28, 11 a.m.-Noon
Chesterfield County Museum
All ages | Free
Juneteenth Holiday Programs
Soul of the Community
Tuesday, June 3, 2-3 p.m.
Chesterfield Baptist Church
Ages 50+ | Free
Juneteenth Celebration
Saturday, June 14, 2-5 p.m.
Ettrick Park
All ages | Free
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Let's Look Ahead: 2025 Events
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