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Chesterfield Unveils First Community Mural During Art in Action Event at Rockwood Park
 On Sunday, April 26, Experience Chesterfield and Chesterfield County Public Schools cohosted the inaugural Create Chesterfield presents Art in Action event at Rockwood Park. The free, family‑friendly event brought art to life through student‑led demonstrations, hands‑on creative experiences and collaborations with local arts organizations.
Watch a video of the event on the county's YouTube channel.
Students and teachers from CCPS offered live demonstrations in painting, ceramics, printmaking, various crafts and performing arts, inviting attendees to learn more about the creative process and participate in interactive activities.
The event also featured the unveiling of a new community mural designed by CCPS students in collaboration with renowned local artist Matt Lively, who partnered with students throughout the creative process to bring the large-scale piece to life.
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 Explore the many layers of history in Chesterfield County while having fun and engaging with historical interpreters during a special event at Historic Eppington, 14602 Eppes Falls Road.
On Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., encounter historical figures like General Marquis de Lafayette at History Between Two Rivers. The free event will explore Captain Christopher Newport, depict aspects of the Continental Army and discuss the life of British Light Infantry in 1781.
Learn about the impact of the Bermuda Hundred Campaign of the Civil War and take the rare opportunity to tour the 1768 home of Francis Eppes VI. Enjoy crafts, trades, children’s activities and food vendors. Watch musket drills and artillery demonstrations.
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In the News
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Submit Senior Volunteer HOF Nominations by May 1
Nominations have been extended through Friday, May 1 for the 2026 class of the county's Senior Volunteer Hall of Fame, which celebrates local seniors who have rendered outstanding services to their community through the years. Submit the nomination form online by visiting the county website.
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Aging and Disability Hosting Storytelling Video Contest
In honor of Older Americans Month, Aging and Disability Resources invites Chesterfield residents, age 8 - 12 years old, to show off their creativity while celebrating an older adult (age 60 years or older) in their lives. Storytellers must submit a complete application by 5 p.m. on Friday, May 1.
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Medication Disposal Pouches and Storage Bags Available
Prescription drug abuse continues to be a national epidemic. As part of Chesterfield's "Count It, Lock It, Discard It: Don’t Be An Accidental Drug Dealer” campaign, free medication disposal pouches and locking storage bags are available for pickup at various county locations (while supplies last).
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VA Young Adult Survey Open Through April 30
Are you between the ages of 18-25 or know someone who is? Consider taking the Virginia Young Adult Survey by Thursday, April 30. For Chesterfield residents, the reward for completing the survey is a $15 Wawa gift card. To receive the gift card, you will be asked to provide your address.
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Upcoming Events
Echoes of Joy
Saturday, May 2, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ettrick Park
The Ettrick community is invited to a day of caring, sharing, and fun at Echoes of Joy! This is a free, exciting and beneficial event with something for the whole family! Entertainment includes bounce houses, balloon art creations, face painting, live DJ, gaming truck, and more.
Wednesday, May 6, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Beulah Recreation Center
This free event includes entertainment, safety programming and vendor resources older adults and provides businesses and organizations with an opportunity to interact with Chesterfield seniors.
Thursday, May 7 through Sunday, May 10 at the Perkinson Center
Step into the streets of Victorian London and experience this Tony Award-winning musical packed with iconic songs like “Consider Yourself,” “Food, Glorious Food,” and “As Long As He Needs Me.” Follow Oliver’s unforgettable journey as he meets the unforgettable Fagin, Nancy, and Bill Sikes in a story full of heart, resilience and hope.
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Webpage Showcases Many Ways Chesterfield Collaborates with Regional Partners
In an increasingly interconnected world, regional cooperation is growing as local governments across the greater Richmond area consider how best to balance available resources at a time of rising costs and meet the diverse needs of their residents.
Now Chesterfield has a webpage that showcases the many ways in which the county partners with other localities and nonprofits to share knowledge, address mutual challenges and efficiently deliver programs and services.
Brielle Lacroix, Chesterfield’s current Stegmaier Fellow, worked with the eGovernment Services team in the county’s Information Systems Technology Department to create the webpage that went live in January.
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Chesterfield Behind the Mic
On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, Allyson Butler of Prevention Services joins the show to talk about the “Accidental Drug Dealer” campaign that Chesterfield County is once again doing this spring. She talks through the importance of not only counting your meds but how best to secure and dispose of them so that they don’t find their way into the hands of those who shouldn’t have them.
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Every Monday, This Week in Chesterfield points residents to fun, exciting and interesting things going on around their community.
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Chesterfield Behind the Mic is an audio and video podcast focusing on the people, stories and happenings of #Cfield.
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Subscribe to our Chesterfield on Point blog to stay informed about a variety of topics and events important to the community.
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Adoptable Pet Spotlight
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It's a Fox – No, it's Todd!
Take a look at this handsome guy – it's Todd! He was affectionately named Todd because he looks like the fox from Fox and the Hound. He's a 3-year-old neutered male possible Chow Chow mix weighing around 42lbs. Todd is such a happy boy who loves to play with toys. He's already mastered fetch, bringing you the toys that he wants you to throw. When playtime is done, his favorite thing to do is cuddle with you on the couch. Todd was a little uncertain at first when meeting another dog here, but once he got comfortable he was ready to play. He'd probably do best with a patient doggy sibling who will give him the time he needs in his new home!
If you are interested in meeting this pet, please contact Chesterfield County Animal Services at 804-748-1683, option "2," to schedule an appointment. Office staff are available by phone 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturdays. Our shelter is located at 9300 Public Works Road.
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Resources and Useful Information
Report Concerns or Request Assistance
Chesterfield County is dedicated to upholding the highest standards through efficient uses of resources, promoting integrity and accountability and ensuring Chesterfield is the best place to live, learn, work and play.
As part of that commitment, the county welcomes and encourages citizens to provide feedback, concerns, report fraud, waste or abuse.
If you are experiencing an emergency or to report a crime in progress, call 911. For more information, please visit chesterfield.gov/report.
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GRTC's LINK Service Now Operating on Hull Street Road
LINK, the on-demand microtransit service from GRTC, is now available in the Clover Dale Zone.
LINK runs Monday through Friday from 6 a.m.-8 p.m., connecting you anywhere in your community. Simply download the GRTC on the Go app and select your pick-up and drop-off locations anywhere within our service area, and we’ll be there within 20 minutes to get you where you need to go.
The Clover Dale Zone provides quick and convenient service along Hull Street Road from Chippenham Mall to Harbourside Centre, with direct connection to downtown Richmond via GRTC’s Route 1C and 82x. LINK vehicles are fully ADA accessible, and feature on-board WIFI and USB charging ports – and right now, LINK is entirely fare-free!
For more information, visit ridegrtc.com/link or call 804-358-4792.
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Get Accurate, Up-to-Date Information from Chesterfield Alert
Now is the time for residents to familiarize themselves with all of the different ways that Chesterfield County puts out emergency information.
One of those is Chesterfield Alert, an opt-in system that sends messages directly to you in the event of an emergency. This system can send out alerts via text, email, and phone call depending on how the subscriber chooses to receive the messages. Sign up today!
Click here to learn more about how you can get accurate, up-to-date information from Chesterfield in the event of an emergency.
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Request a Speaker Today!
Did you know your group or organization can request a speaker from the #Cfield Speakers Bureau? The Speakers Bureau features a variety of topics on current and timely subjects from county leaders who are eager to talk to your group or organization.
Our subject-matter experts want to be your best resource for getting answers to important questions about Chesterfield. Topics include:
✅ District update – Request your board member to speak
✅ Preparing for an emergency - Emergency Management
✅ Senior resources in Chesterfield - Office of Aging and Disability Resources
✅ So much more
Request a speaker online.
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 Meet Our 2026 Students of the Year
Each year, we honor and celebrate students from every school who deserve significant recognition for their contributions to the community and for exhibiting the value of integrity through respect, responsibility, honesty and accountability. On April 16, these star students gathered with their families, School Board members and school leaders to be recognized as Students of the Year during a celebration sponsored by Feinstein 360 Orthodontics. Congratulations on all your achievements!
 Principals of Distinction Work in Chesterfield Schools
Congratulations to Dr. Randi Smith, principal of Ettrick Elementary, and Dr. Amanda Voelker, principal of James River High, for being included in the inaugural class of Principals of Distinction by the Virginia Department of Education. Selection criteria was based in part on demonstrating strong leadership in improving student achievement, providing effective instructional leadership and cultivating a school environment that reduces non-academic barriers.
 Inspiring Aspiring Young Authors at Hopkins Elementary
Kindergartners in Sydney Hague’s class at Hopkins Elementary are celebrating their growth as writers. Each student contributed a page to the class book, “Finish the Lyrics.” After drafts and revisions, students created penned final copies and added detailed illustrations. They also designed a creative cover with painted thumbprints as musical notes and signed a meet-the-authors page. The published book is now part of the classroom library to inspire future writers.
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