RecGuide RecGuide
SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER 2025
SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER 2025
BoardofSupervisors
FMichaelHerzberg,IV-Chair
ColdHarborDistrict
FayeO.Prichard AshlandDistrict
JeffSStoneman
BoardofSupervisorsLiaisons
FMichaelHerzberg,IV
AshlandDistrict JimHunt
RachelLevy
ChickahominyDistrict KimberlyCarswell
MISSION
ThemissionofHanoverCountyParksandRecreationistocreateunique, meaningfulrecreationalexperiencesthatenrichthecommunityandfosteroverall well-beingwhileprovidingsafe,accessibleparksandnaturalareas
messagefromtheDirector endsandneighbors,
almostfallandyouknowwhatthatmeansit’stimetohavesome n!TheHanoverParksandRecreationteamhasbeenworking gentlyonsomeincredibleeventsandprograms,whilemanaging widerangeofprojectsacrosstheCountyWecan’twaittoshare atwehaveinstoreforthenextseveralmonths!
season,Iwanttogiveourteamahugeshoutoutfortheamazing RecreationServicesfacilitatedover100campsessionsengaging ntsinfunanddynamicactivities.TheHanoverTomatoFestivalwas nOurteamworkedhardtogettheparkreadyandensured ustimeTheeventdrewmorethan13,000attendeesandwecould nothavepulleditoffwithoutthehelpofourvendors,communityorganizations,volunteers, farmers,andpublicsafetypartnersWecontinuedourpartnershipwiththeTownofAshland’s ParksandRecreationDepartmentthissummer,offeringavarietyofcollaborativeprograms includingPaintbythePond,YoungAnglerAdventure,PreschoolPlayCafe,andtheSummer SplashParty.Weareexcitedtosharethatevenmorecollaborativeprogramming opportunitiesareonthehorizon.
OurParkServicesteamworkedtirelesslythroughthesummerheatandhumidity,ensuring thatallofourparks,schools,libraries,andgovernmentfacilitieslookedtheirbestWe managedawiderangeofcapitalprojectsincludinglightingthePoleGreenpickleballcourts, pavingparkinglotsatmultiplelocations,renovatingtwoplaygrounds,andcarryingout numerousothersmallerprojectsIsitjustus,ordiditfeellikethegrassgrewafootadayall summerlong!
ThisfallisshapinguptobeanincredibletimeinHanoverCountyWecan’twaittoseeyouat someofourfavoriteeventslikeSpookyFUNFestandWinterontheGreenCheckoutallthe coolprogramsintheRecGuide,anddon’tforgettostopbytheMontpelierRecreationCenter andLibrarytoseeallthatisgoingon.
Asalways,thankyouforyourcontinuedsupport.Wecouldn’tdoanyofthiswithoutyouand thesupportofourtrustedcommunitypartners
Warmregards,
CharlieKrips
Classic Car Cruise In
Sunday,September7
4PM-7PM
HanoverhighSchool
Relive the golden era of cruising! Travel back in time as the parking lot on Route 301 fills with an impressive lineup of vintage vehicles, showcasing the best of pre-1999 automotive craftsmanship.
ClassicOwners:
Don't miss the chance to 'Make the Scene' and be part of a truly unforgettable automotive celebration! Preregister at www.hanoverparksrec.com to ensure that your name is in the drawing for door prizes
Celebrate community, competit n of global games with local pride! Explore al eats from Ban Thai and Monique’s Crepes, and catch live demos every half hour featuring sports like Mixed Martial Arts, Scottish Games, Cricket, Rugby, and Irish Hurling. Whether you watch or join in, experience the energy and diversity of international sports—right here at home! This event is s and Recreation
ters,magicalcreatures,andsuperheroesages2-10,thisfreefallfestival xofspookycharm,playfulactivities,andfamily-friendlyexcitement! SAT, OCT 11 POOR FARM PARK
FRI, OCT 10 POLE GREEN PARK
ARACTER VISITS, OR-TREAT STATIONS, Y HUNT, CRAFTS, PUMPKIN NSORY-FRIENDLY ZONE
our business, church or organization pookyFUN Fest on page 7
Montpelier Monster Mash Montpelier Monster Mash
Saturday, October 25
6 PM - 8 PM
Montpelier Recreation Center & Library
Get ready for a fun evening at the Montpelier Monster Mash, a celebration recommended for young children and their families. Packed with trick-or-treat charm and spooky surprises there will be games, Halloween-themed activities, crafts and cozy fire pits. Costumes encouraged!
Get ready at Montpelier Monster Mash, a celebration recommended for children and their families Packed with trick-or-treat charm and games, Halloween-themed activities, crafts and pits. Costumes encouraged! Tuesday, November 11 2 PM Hanover Veterans M
November 11 2 PM
In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be moved to Hanover County Administration Building
In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be moved to Hanover County Administration Building
Saturday, December 13 5 PM - 8 PM
Historic Hanover Courthouse complex
Historic Hanover Courthouse complex Saturday, December 13 5 PM - 8 PM
Celebrate the magic of the holidays at this heartwarming community tradition!
Theevening begins with the tree lighting at 5:15 PM, followed by festivefun for all ages.Families can decorate sweet treats with Mrs. Claus, share wish lists with Santa, andmeet beloved seasonal characters—including enchanting winter royalty!
Strollthrough the outdoor holiday market, where local artisans offer handmade treasures perfect for holiday giving. Warm up with a treat from the North Pole CocoaBar and enjoy live seasonal music filling the air with cheer.
Thisfreeevent is open to all. Food and vendor items will be available forpurchase. Childrenmust be accompanied by an adult, and leashed pets are welcome. Freeparking is available at the Hanover County Government Complex.
Your Community, Your Involvement
Be a part of
WeinviteHanoverchurches,businesses,organizations,and civicgroupstojoinusinmakingSpookyFUNFesttheultimate HalloweeneventinHanoverwithover6,000eventattendees!
ApplybySunday, September21, foryourfree
TrickStation: Interactivegamewith prizesoractivitywith takeaways
TreatStation: Handoutstoreboughtcandyor promotionalitems.
HanoverCountyemployeesandresidents willjoinmorethan30millionAmericans ingivingbacktotheircommunitiesduring thisyear’s9/11NationalDayofService thelargestdayofserviceinAmerica.
Thisnationwideeventhonorsthelivesof thoselostonSept.11byinspiringactsof kindness,unityandservice
Volunteerwithalocalnonprofitandmake ameaningfulimpactinyourcommunity.
ApplicationsacceptedthroughNovember16for craftvendorstoparticipateinthisenchantingevent Thiscelebrationofartistryandholidayspiritoffersa uniqueopportunityforartisanstoshowcasetheir talentandwares
Prioritywillbegiventoapplicantsoffering uniqueandholiday-themeditems.
Limitedspacesavailable
Applyonlineatwww.hanoverparksrec.com
AspartoftheHanover9/11Dayof Service,helpHanoverCountyParks& Recreationwithoneofthese opportunities:
Native Plant Garden
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Lake Hanover Nature Trail AssistMasterGardeners/Naturalistsplantnativeplants toenhancetheLakeHanoverNatureTrailentrance
Invasive Species Removal
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Lake Hanover Nature Trail AssistwithremovalofinvasivespeciesattheLake HanoverNatureTrail
Picnic Table Assembly
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Ashland Assemblewoodenpicnictablekitsthatwillbeplaced atparksthroughouttheCounty
Trash Can Assembly
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM AshlandAssembletrashcansthatwillbeplacedatparks throughouttheCounty
Explore these and more opportunities at cfengage org/hanover-911-day-of-service
History & CultureHistory & Culture
HanoverCountyhasjoinedwithlocalitiesacrossVirginiatocommemorate the250thanniversaryoftheAmericanRevolution Thecommitteeis planningeventsandprogramsleadingupto2026andbeyond
America'sHistoryonWheels
TheVA250MobileMuseum Experience
Ahands-on,interactive,andimmersive “museumonwheels,”theVA250Mobile MuseumExperiencetitled“OutofMany, One”ishousedinaquad-expandable tractor-trailerthatistraveling throughoutVirginiaandbeyondThe mobilemuseumbringskeystoriesof Virginia’srichhistorytoschools, museums,localevents,fairs,andmore, highlightingeveryregionofthestate.
PreviewtheVA250Mobile Museumonlineat va250.org/mobile-museum
TheVAMobileMuseumExperiencewillbeondisplayatthe HanoverCourthouseComplex,Monday,September15,through Thursday,September18,2025
Hours: MondayandTuesday,10AM-2PM WednesdayandThursday,10AM-7PM
Timeline1776:Hanover’sRoleintheRevolution 1776wasapivotalyearofrebellionanddeclaration.Trace howthedecisionsoftheContinentalCongressandthe progressoftheAmericanWarofIndependencecreateda rippleeffectthroughoutVirginiaandHanoverCounty, shapingthelivesofourcommunityandthefutureofthe nation.
Virginia250Passport ComingNovember2025,the Virginia250Passportprogram willpromotelearning, encouragetourism,andinspiremeaningfulconnections throughcollaborationofVirginia’smuseumsandhistoric sites
TheHanoverMuseumofHistory&Cultureisexcitedto participateinthisprogramVisitva250orgformore informationthisfall
7496CountyComplexRoadHanover,VA23069
museum@hanovercounty.gov
Hours Thursday-Saturday:10AM-2PM
SpecialMobileMuseumHours(September15-18) MondayandTuesday,10AM-2PM WednesdayandThursday,10AM-7PM
ScheduleaVisit: Pleaseemailmuseum@hanovercountygovorcall(804)365-3250toschedulea timewhenwecanwelcomeyouoryourgroupforatourofthemuseum
PaintingHistoricMiniatures
History & Culture
Learnthebasicsofpaintingtabletophistoricminiatures whilecelebratingthe250anniversaryofoneofthefirst battlesoftheAmericanRevolutioninVirginia.Participants willlearnbasicandintermediatetechniquesforpainting 18th-centurystylemilitiaminiatures,withaspecialfocuson uniformsandgearTheminiaturesandhistoricalfactswill bebasedontheBattleofKempsLandingandtheAmerican Revolution th
SavoringHistory:Discover,DineandDiscuss It'smorethanjustanouting;it'sachancetoescapethe routineanddiscoverahistoricalresourceinyour communityFollowingthetour,enjoyadeliciousmealanda delightfulconversationatalocalrestaurant.Thisisagreat opportunitytogetoutofthehouse,reconnectwithfriends andmakenewoneswhiletakingastepbackinhistory. Thereisnocostforthetour,however,ordersplacedfromthe restaurant'smenuaretheresponsibilityoftheparticipant.
PartoftheHanover250commemorative activities.
Sat 11/152PM-5PM HanoverCourthouseComplex
SavetheDate
History & Hops History Hops
Saturday, May 16
Historic Hanover Courthouse Complex
Age:50/upFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
GuestSpeaker:AjenaRogers-TheStoryofMarthaAnnFields Restaurant:HanoverTavern FollowthejourneyofMarthaAnnFieldsfromenslavementin HanoverCounty,Virginia,toprominenceasthematriarchofan influentialfamilyinHamptonRoadsMarthaAnnFields'three-times great-granddaughter,AjenaCasonRogers,sharesherfamily history,rightwhereithappened
W 9/24 11:15AM-1:30PM
Tour:BerkleytownHeritagePark Restaurant:CrackerBarrel DiscovertherichhistoryoftheBerkleytowncommunitywhileyou visitBerkleytownHeritagePark,Ashland’snewestparkthattellsthe storyofahistoricAfricanAmericanneighborhoodinthe1900s W 10/15 10AM-1:30PM
Tour:BereaBaptistChurch
Restaurant:TheFederalClub
ThechurchbuildingsitewaschosenbyMay1846,andthefirstsmall buildingwascompletedin1848Thiscontinuestobethechurch’s sitetothisday
W 11/5 10AM-1:30PM
Volunteer Opportunities Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteerengagementenhancesourspecialevents,programs,andparks whilecreatingasenseofcommunityInterestedindividualscansignupfor availablevolunteeropportunitiesonlineatwwwhanoverparksreccom Programsandeventsdenotedwiththisiconoffervolunteeropportunities.
HanoverHelps-ParkBeautification
Lendahandinkeepingourparksclean,safe,a withsimplebutimpactfultaskslikelitterpickup andtrailcare alltokeepourcommunityspac HanoverWaysidePark ColdHarborBattle
HanoverHelps-DogParkBeautification
Lovedogsandtheoutdoors?Helpkeepourdogparkfunandsafeforall!Volunteerspitchinby restockingwastebags,cleaningagilityequipment,fillingwaterstations,andtidyingupthegrounds
Montpelier Recreatio Center & Library
TheMontpelierRecreationCenterandLibraryisthefirstfacility ofitskindinHanover,placinglibraryservicesandrecreation programsunderoneroofThe20,000sffacilityincludesafullservicelibrary,full-sizegymnasium,stage,classroom, communitymeetingspace,andstudyrooms.
Gymnasium
ThegymnasiumattheMontpelierRecreationCenterand Libraryisdesignedtosupportawiderangeofprogramsand activitiesThegymnasiumwillbeavailablefordrop-inplay whilenotinuseforscheduledprograms.Gymnasium programsarescheduledtoallowspecificsportsandother activitiesfulluseofthespace.
GymnasiumPrograms
OpenGymTimes
Whentherearenogymprogramsscheduled,drop-in basketballandpickleballareavailabletoRecPassholders upto30minutespriortothenextscheduledgymprogram. UptoonepickleballnetwillbesetupduringOpenGym timesTheotherhalfofthegymwillremainopenfor basketballandfreeplayDuetotimeandstaff requirements,thevolleyballnetsystemwillnotbesetupfor drop-inplay.
ARecPasswillberequiredforaccesstogymnasiumprograms anddrop-inplay.EffectiveOctober30,RecPassesare availablefreeofchargetoHanoverCountyresidentsonlyand mustberenewedannually.Pleasenotethatchildrenunderthe ageof16yearsmustbesupervisedbyanadultunless: age14-15withaparent-approvedwaiver participatinginaHanoverParksandRecreation supervisedprogram
HanoverCountyresidentscansignupforaRecPassonlineat wwwhanoverparksreccomoratthefrontdesk
Classroom
Theclassroomsupportsawiderangeofprogramsfacilitated byHanoverCountyParksandRecreationWhennotsupporting ascheduledprogram,theclassroomisalsoavailablefor communityuse
RecreationProgramOfferings
AwiderangeofrecreationprogramsareofferedatMontpelier RecreationCenterTheseopportunitiescanbefoundintheRec Guide,atwwwhanoverparksreccom,andhighlightedonthe monthlyfacilitycalendar.
Basketball
MondayandWednesday,5PM-8:30PM
DesignatedtimeopenforalllevelsofbasketballAll equipmentwillbeavailableforuse
IntermediatePickleball
Tuesday,10AM-1PMandFriday,1PM-3PM Designatedforself-ratedintermediatepickleballplayers andabove
LearntoPlayPickleball
offeredonceamonth,checkthemonthlycalendar Basicpickleballinstruction,includingrulesofthegame& scoring,withtimetopractice.
Pickleball
MondayandWednesday,10AM-1PM, Tuesday,5PM-8:30PMandSaturday,10AM-12:30PM DesignatedtimeforalllevelsofpickleballAllequipmentwill beavailableforuse.
Volleyball
Thursday,5PM-8:30PM
Designatedtimeopenforalllevelsofbasketball.All equipmentwillbeavailableforuse
Hours
Monday-Thursday:10AM-9PM Friday-Saturday:10AM-6PM
Scantolearnmoreaboutthefacilityand toviewthemonthlyactivitycalendar!
BlackLightBingo
Getreadyforavibranttwistontheclassicgameyouknow andlovewithBlackLightBingo!Enjoywinningprizesusing neon-coloredbingocardsandglowingdaubersthatmake eachnumbershineundertheblacklight.
Age:16/upFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
W 9/3 10AM-11:30AMMontpelierRecreationCenter
W 10/1 10AM-11:30AMPoleGreenPark
W 11/5 1PM-2:30PM MontpelierRecreationCenter
W 12/31PM-2:30PM PoleGreenPark
CampfireChronicles heraroundtheglowingflameswhere crackleofthefiresetsthestageforan ningpackedwithfunandgames!This mpfireprogramwillhaves'moresby fire,classicandsillycampfirestories, musicandsing-alongs,stargazing,and games.CampfireChroniclesisofferedinpartnershipwith Jacob'sChance
Age:allagesFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Sa9/277PM-8:45PM TaylorPark
Sensory-friendly area
Hanover County Parks and Recreation offers sensory spaces at various events throughout the year. These areas provide an environment for anyone who may feel overwhelmed and wants to take advantage of a peaceful space. Featuring: cushioned, colorful floor tiles, comfortable seats, headphones, fidget toys and activities Visit the tent this fall at SpookyFUN Fest
daptive ecreation daptive ecreation
ProgramsofferedintheAdaptiveRecreation categorydenotedwiththisiconareintendedfor caregiverstoparticipateintheprogram(atno additionalcost)andprovidesupporttomaximizethe benefitfortheparticipant
CelebrationsAroundtheWorld
Packyourvirtualpassportandgetreadytoexploreglobal traditionsandcelebrations.Learnaboutvarious celebrationsaroundtheworldthroughhands-onactivities, crafts,andgames
Age:16/upFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Location:PoleGreenPark
Th9/181PM-2:30PM Oktoberfest
Th10/161PM-2:30PM Diwali / DiadelosMuertos WinterSolstice
alloweenBash adyforaspook-tacularnightof ng,games,photos,and ettablefunatourHalloween Whetheryou'reaghoulwholoves oveonthedancefloororawitch winninggamestreak,there's on'tforgettocomedressedin rutyourstuffontheboo-tiful swillbeprovided
HolidaySocial
Ho!Ho!Ho!CelebratethemerryseasonatourHoliday Socialfeaturingfestivemusic,jollygames,andtastytreats Don’tforgettostepintoourwinterwonderlandforaphoto opportunitywithasurpriseholidayguestandturnthat photointoalastingkeepsakeatourcraftstationCome dressedinyourfavoritefestiveattireandmakemagical memorieswithfriendsoldandnew!
Age:16/upFee:$10
F 12/5 6:30PM-8:15PM FirstBaptistChurch
ChurchoftheRedeemer
Adaptive Recreation
HanoverCountyParksandRecreationprovidesbothadaptiverecreationopportunitiesandinclusionservicesfor personswithcognitiveand/orphysicaldisabilities.ProgramsofferedundertheAdaptive&TherapeuticRecreation categoryaredesignedspecificallyforpersonswithdisabilities,featuringactivitiesthatareappropriateforphysical andcognitiveabilitylevels.Inclusionservicesallowpersonswithdisabilitiestheopportunitytoparticipateinall programsthroughaccommodation.Ifaccommodationsorsupportareneeded,pleasecontactthedepartmentat parksandrec@hanovercountygovatleast15dayspriortothestartdateoftheprogram
Multi-SportMania
Getreadytomove,play,andlearnsomethingnewinthis beginnersportsprogramwhereyou'lllearnthebasicsofa newsporteachsessionandplaygamesthatutilizethose newskills!Whetherthisisyourfirsttimeoryou'rea seasonedathlete,thisprogramhassomethingforeveryone.
Age:16/upFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Location:MontpelierRecreationCenter&Library
Th9/4 1PM-2:30PM DiscGolf
Th10/2 1PM-2:30PM Soccer
Th11/6 1PM-2:30PM Basketball
Th12/11 1PM-2:30PM Pickleball
YouthTherapeuticHorsebackRiding
Equine-assistedtherapyclassesareofferedtoindividuals withsomecognitive,physical,oremotionaldisabilities. Participantswillexperienceawiderangeofbenefitsfrom increasedflexibility,betterbalance,greaterconfidence,and self-esteem
Instructor:GallopingAcres
Age:4-23 Fee:$270
M 9/15-10/20 5PM-6PM TallCedarsFarm
M 9/15-10/20 6PM-7PM TallCedarsFarm
Imaginative Play Imaginative Play
LilSprouts
Bigfunforlittleones!Afun,activeplaytimewherekidscan move,play,andsocialize.Staffleadcreativeplayusinga varietyofage-appropriateequipmentinthegym.
Age:6m-5.parents/guardiansarestronglyencouragedto participatewiththeirchildinthisprogram
Fee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration;spaceislimited
Location:MontpelierRecreationCenter
WeeklyonThursdays 11:15AM-12:30PM WeeklyonFridays 10AM-12PM
Visitwwwhanoverparksreccomforacompletelistingofdates
VisitwithSanta Bringthemagicof theseasontolife withheartwarming visitwithSanta! Skipthelineand signupyourfamily forthis sensory-inclusive photoopportunity, wherefamiliescan taketheirownpicturewithSantaandenjoyawinter wonderland-themedsensorystationswhileyouwait. Familieswillbegroupedfora15-minutetimeslot,whichwill includea5-minuteprivatevisitwithSanta,creatingawish list,andusingthesensoryroomwhileyouwaitforyourtime. Each15-minutetimeslotcanaccommodatethreefamilies. Age:allagesFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration Location:HanoverMuseumofHistory&Culture Tu12/16 4PM-7PM W 12/17 4PM-7PM Th12/18 4PM-7PM
PreschoolPlayCafé
Practiceyourcreativityandfinemotorskills!Usecrayons, stickers,andcolorfulpapertocreateyourveryown masterpiece.Enjoyacolorfulsensorytable,steppingstones, vibranttunnels,andplaytimewithfoamblocksandtoys. Pleasedressappropriatelyforforecastedweather conditions,asthisisanoutdoorprogramIntheeventof inclementweather,thesessionwillbecanceled
Age:6m-5parents/guardiansarestronglyencouragedto participatewiththeirchildinthisprogram
Fee:Thisfreeprogramdoesnotrequireregistration
W 9/3 10:15AM-11:15AM PoleGreenPark
W 9/1010:15AM-11:15AM PufferbellyPark
W 9/1710:15AM-11:15AM MontpelierPark
Creative Arts Creative Arts
Stepintoaworldofcreativity, curiosityanddiscoveryto experienceandexplore withoutlimits.
Inspire&Create
Sparkyourcreativitywithaunique,hands-oncraftforallages andskilllevels.Allsuppliesincludedandparticipantswillbe abletheirprojectswiththem
Age:allages(thoseunder15mustbeaccompaniedbyadult)
Fee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Location:MontpelierRecreationCenter&Library
Fri 9/1911:30AM-1PM FlowerPowerCatchers
Fri 10/2411:30AM-1PM ScrapstoStamps
Fri 11/2111:30AM-1PM Twist&Bead:FallCreations
Fi 12/191130 1PM MagicinaJar
PaintingHistoricMiniatures
Takethisopportunitytolearnthe basicsofpaintingtabletophistoric miniatureswhilecelebratingthe250th anniversaryofoneofthefirstbattlesof theAmericanRevolutioninVirginia Participantswilllearnbasicand intermediatetechniquesforpainting18centurystylemilitia miniatures,withaspecialfocusonuniformsandgearThe miniaturesandhistoricalfactswillbebasedupontheBattle ofKempslandingandtheAmericanRevolution.
MeditativePatternArt
naworldfilledwithstressand istraction,discoverthemeditative oweroflineandcurvedrawing reatingyourownunique,mandalanspiredartworkDiscoverpeaceand eautyinyourcreationwithjust xperienceorcreativeskillsneeded.All suppliesincluded
Age:12/up Fee:$10
Sat11/229AM-12PM HanoverCourthouseComplex
th PartoftheHanover250commemorative activities.
Fee:$10
Sat 11/152PM-5PM HanoverCourthouseComplex
StainedGlass
Discovertheartofstainedglassinthishands-onclass designedforbothbeginnersandthosewithsome experience
Beginnerlevel:Learnthefoundationalskillsofthecopperfoil method,includingglassselection,cutting,grinding,foiling, andsoldering.You'llcompletean8"x10"stainedglasspanel totakehomeandenjoy.
Intermediatelevel:Enhanceyourskillsbyworkingona projectoftheirchoice,withflexibilityindesignprojectsare notlimitedtosquareorrectangularpanels.Forprojects largerthan10"x12",studentsmustbringtheirownproject board
Instructor:CelesteMiller
Age:16/up Fee:$99
Tu9/30-10/28
6PM-9PM PoleGreenPark
6PM-9PM PoleGreenPark
Tu11/11-12/9 Apply to become a contracted instructor! HanoverCountyParks&Recreationissearchingfornew ecreationalprogramofferingsandinstructors ThedeadlineforWinter/Spring(January-May) programproposalsisOctober15 Formore information,visithanovercounty.govorfollow thisQRcodetotheprogramproposal
Nature & Outdoors Nature & Outdoors
ExploreHanover
TommytheTomatoneedsyourhelpto ExploreHanover!Embarkonaunique self-guidedadventurewithTommyto seethetrailsandparksofHanover County.ExploreHanoveroffersaunique waytoconnectwiththepastwhile enjoyingthebeautyofthepresentThe msunrisetosunsetdaily gstoriesoftheBerkleytownHeritagePark throughaninteractivewalkingexperience!Onthetrailyou’ll encounterinterpretativemarkersequippedwithQRCodes ThisprogramispresentedinpartnershipwiththeTownof Ashland-ParksandRecreation.
Sat-Mon 11/8-11/14 BerkleytownHeritagePark
FiresideFun
Gatheraroundtheglowingflameswherethecrackleofthe firesetsthestageforaneveningpackedwithfunandgames! Thiscampfireprogramwillhaves'moresbythefire,classic andsillycampfiresongs,musicandsing-alongs,stargazing, andgames.
Age:allagesFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
F 9/26
7PM-8:45PMPoorFarmPark
GhostlightTrail
VentureintothepastthroughtheGhostlightTrailalongthe ColdHarborBattlefieldParkTrail,whilebeingimmersedin ghoststoriesfromtheCivilWar.Brokenintogroups, participantswillrotatethrough3stationsalongthetrail ColdHarborBattlefieldParkTrailisapavedtrailwitha moderateinclinethroughout
Registeredparent/guardianmustaccompanyparticipants under13.Recommendedforages8andup.
Age:AllAges Fee:$5
F 10/17
6:30PM-8:30PMColdHarborBattlefieldPark
LetterboxingforKids
Discoverthehiddensecretoftheparktrailsinthis introductionofLetterboxing!Kidswillgettheirownjournal, solveriddles,andcollectstampstostartthemofftotheir letterboxingjourney!
Registeredparent/guardianmustaccompanyparticipants Recommendedforages6-12
Age:allages Fee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Tu 11/4 12PM-1:30PMPoleGreenPark
TheNaturalist'sTrail
Explorethenaturalworldeachmonthwithexpertinsights fromMasterNaturalistsEachsessiondelvesintodifferent aspectsofnature,fromwildlifeandplantstoecosystems andoutdoorskills.Whetheraseasonednatureenthusiastor acuriousbeginner,gainnewknowledge,practicaltips,and hands-onexperiencestoenhanceyourconnectionwiththe outdoors.
Registeredparent/guardianmustaccompanyparticipants undertheageof14.
Age:AllAgesFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration VirginiaSnakes:WanttolearnmoreaboutVirginia’snativesnakes? LearntoIDlocalspecies,exploretheirroleinnature,anddiscover whythey’renotasscaryastheyseeminthisprogram
Tu 9/9 6PM-7PMPoorFarmPark
FrogsandAmphibians:HopintotheworldofVirginia’sfrogs,toads, andsalamanders!Thistalkexploreslocalspecies,theirhabitats, andwhytheseslipperycrittersaresoimportanttoourecosystems
Tu 9/23 6PM-7PMPoorFarmPark
Dragonflies:Thispresentationexploresthefascinatingworldof dragonflies!Learnabouttheiruniqueanatomy,lifecycle,and benefitstotheecosysteminthisfamily-friendlytalk.
W 10/1 6PM-7PMTaylorPark
NativePlants:DiscoverthebeautyandbenefitsofVirginia’snative plantsinthistalk!Learnhowtheysupportlocalwildlife,improve habitats,andmakegardeningeasierandmoresustainable W 10/8 6PM-7PMTaylorPark
LivingwithBlackBears:Anall-agespresentationaboutblackbear behavior,safetytips,andhowtopeacefullyshareoutdoorspaces withtheseamazinganimalsFun,educational,andperfectforthe wholefamily
Sa 10/18 2PM-3PMTaylorPark
Th 11/6-12/11
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Sports & Fitness Sports & Fitness
7PM-8PM804DancePlace
BeginnerLineDancing
Learnthebasicsoflinedancing,includingterm steps,whilemovingtodifferentgenresofmusic Instructor:BettyWeeks
Age:16/up Fee:$50
M 9/8-10/6
M 10/27-12/8
6PM-7PMLaurelMeadowES
6PM-7PMLaurelMeadowES
BeyondBeginnerLineDancing
ChairVolleyball
Chairvolleyballisafunnewwaytostayactiveandhavea blast!It’stheperfectgameforallskilllevels,combiningthe thrillofvolleyballwiththecomfortofsitting.Noexperience required,bringyourenergyandyourcompetitivespirit!
Age:50/upFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration Location:DuncanMemorialMethodistChurch
Areyoureadytotakelinedancingtothenextlevel?We'll movealongalittlefasterthanthebasicline-dancingsteps. Variousdancerhythmswillbeusedtomakethisafun-filled classThreemonthsoflinedanceexperienceisrequired Instructor:BettyWeeks
Age:18/up Fee:$50
M 9/8-10/6
M 10/27-12/8
7:15PM-8:15PMLaurelMeadowES
7:15PM-8:15PMLaurelMeadowES
CardioDrumming
Usingdrumsticksandastabilityball,you’llmarch,squat, lunge,twist,reach,side-step,andevenjumptothebeatNo drummingexperienceneeded,justbringtheenergy!
Age:allagesFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Location:MontpelierRecreationCenter
WeeklyonMondays6PM-7PM Visitwwwhanoverparksreccomforacompletelistingofdates
Tu 9/16 10AM-11:15AM
Tu 10/21 10AM-11:15AM
Tu 11/18 10AM-11:15AM
Tu 12/16 10AM-11:15AM
lBlast
yforanepicshowdownof ks,flyingoverthebases,and tlefun.Whetheryou’rea dlegendorjustinitforlaughs, tisforyouSingleplayer ononly
Participantswillbedividedintoteamstocompeteinthe single-nightkickballtournament
Age:18/up Fee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration Th 11/13 6:30PM-9:30PMPoleGreenPark
LearntoPlayPickleball
Spendthistimelearningthebasicsofpickleballterminology andthebasicsofthegameOncecomfortable,getsome practiceintogetyoureadytodropintoanypickleball court!
Age:15/up Fee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration Location:MontpelierRecreationCenter
Th9/25 1PM-2:30PM Th10/15 1PM-2:30PM Th11/19 1PM-2:30PM Th12/17 1PM-2:30PM
Pickleball:Beginners
Thisclassisdesignedforthosewantingtolearnhowtoplay thefungameofpickleball!Skillscoveredincludegrip, stance,dinks,volleys,andgroundstrokes.
Instructor:SteveFritton
Age:14/upFee:$15Location:PoleGreenPark
Sa 9/6 9AM-11AM
Sa 9/209AM-11AM
Sa 10/49AM-11AM
Sa 10/189AM-11AM
Sports & Fitness (Youth)
BeginnerHighlandDance
ScottishHighlanddanceisanaerobicandathleticartform thattellsthestoriesoftheancientCelticpeoplethrough movementandmusic.Participantswilllearnbasicpositions, movementsandstepsofentry-levelHighlandDanceswhile receivingeducationontherichculturalbackgroundof Scotlandandhavingfun!
Instructor:KateCarley
Age:5-12 Fee:$100
Location:Pearson'sCornerES
Youth and adult athletic is operated
Youth and adult athletic league play is organized and operated by a wide variety of organizations throughout Hanover County.
For contact information, please refer to the appropriate resource list found online at www.hanovercounty.gov/607/Recreation
5:30PM-6:30PM
M 10/6-10/27 5:30PM-6:30PM / /
movementthroughmusicwhiledevelopingskillsand emphasizinggrowthinkinestheticawareness,social interaction,concentration,self-esteem,basicdance techniqueandcreativeexpressionDancerswillshowoff theirskillsonthelastdayofclasses.
Instructor:804DancePlace
Age:3-5Fee:$65
Location:804DancePlace
Sa 9/27-10/25 10AM-10:45AM
W 10/1-10/29 1PM-1:45PM
W 10/1-10/29 4:15PM-4:45PM
W 11/5-12/10 1PM-1:45PM
W 11/5-12/10 4:15PM-5PM
Sa 11/8-12/13 10AM-10:45AM
RobRiceHolidayHoops
Getreadytofeastonsomefundamentalsatthefirst-ever RobRiceThanksgivingHolidayBasketballCamp!Don'tmiss thisopportunitytosharpenyourskills,competeforglory, andgetaheadstartontheseasonWecan'twaittoseeyou onthecourt!Instructor:HanoverHawkscoachesand players
Age:7-14Fee:$90
M-W 11/24-11/26 9AM-12PM HanoverHighSchool
SoccerShots
Thisengagingchildren’ssoccerprogramfocuseson characterdevelopmentutilizingcreativeandimaginative gamestofocusonbasicsoccerskillslikedribbling,passing, andshootingCoacheshighlightrespect,teamwork,and appreciationInstructor:SoccerShots
Age:3-8Fee:$120
Location:PoleGreenPark
W 9/10-10/29 4:45PM-5:30PM
F 9/12-11/7 4:45PM-5:30PM
Age:6-9Fee:$135
Tennis:Kids
Wewillusedrillsandgamesintended todevelopskillsnecessarytoplaythe lifelongsportoftennisKidswillalso participateinachallengesystemto keepthemmotivatedtoimproveand havefun!
Instructor:PlayTennisHanover
W 9/3-10/8 6PM-7PM AtleeHighSchool
Age:10-14Fee:$135
W 9/3-10/8 7:10PM-8:10PMAtleeHighSchool
Social ngagement Social ngagement
JingleBellBash
AfternoonCards
Bridge,Canasta,Pinochle,andSpadesorbringanewgameto sharewithfriends.
Age:allagesFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Location:MontpelierRecreationCenter
SecondandfourthWednesday,1PM-4PM Visitwwwhanoverparksreccomforacompletelistingofdates
GameTimeGalore
Cometogetherwithotherclassicgameenthusiastsforaday ofexcitement.Enjoyadiverseselectionofgamesandmuch moreGameactivitieswillcatertoalllevelsofexperience Meetlike-mindedplayerswhileplayingsomeoldfavorites andlearningsomenewones
Age:50/upFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration AutumnApples:Practicebuildingfinemotorskillsandhand-eye coordinationinanicebreakergameofautumnapplepickPlaceyour “apples”(pom-poms)inabasketwithtongs!
Th 9/4
Th 9/18
10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
BeattheClock:Pressthebuttonsinacupcakelinerchallenge!Players mustquicklysortavarietyofcolorfulbuttonsbysizeandcolorinto cupcakelinersbeforethetimerrunsout.Doyouhavewhatittakesto beattheclockandcomeoutontop?
Th 10/2
Th 10/16
10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
AcornDrop:Getreadyforafast-pacedchallenge!Inthisversionof acorndrop,playershave60secondstotransferasmanyacornsas possiblefromasmallbowltoacupusingtongs
Th 11/6
10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
TurkeyTossChallenge:Enjoysomelightheartedfunandgentle movementwiththisfestivegamePlayerstaketurnstossingsoft, lightweightbeanbagsdecoratedlikecolorfulturkeyfeathersinto clearlymarkedtargetsplacedatvaryingdistances.
Th 11/20
10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
HolidayHookIt:Usepaperclipstocarefullyhangminiature ornamentsonatabletoptreeThisactivitychallengesandsharpens hand-eyecoordinationasplayersaimtoattachasmanyornaments aspossiblewithinthetimelimit
Th 12/4
10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
CandyCaneRingToss:Playerstaketurnstossinglightweightrings ontoacandycanestandinguprightEachcandycanewillhave differentpointvaluesIt’safun,low-impactactivitythatbringsholiday cheerandfriendlycompetition!
Th 12/18
Celebratetheseasonwithanafternoonfulloffestivefun Enjoyholidaytunes,strikeaposeatourcheerfulphoto booth,diveintointeractivegames,checkouttheornament craftstation,andsavorsomelightrefreshments.Bringyour holidayspiritandhelpuscreatejoyfulmemoriestolastall yearlong!
Age:50/upFee:$10
W 12/17 1PM-3PMFirstBaptistChurch
Swap&Smile:ACommunitySwap&Shop Experience
Declutteryourhome,refreshyourspace,andmakenew friends.Bringuptofivegentlyuseditems-suchasbooks, fashionaccessories,holidaydecorations,vases,frames, lamps,wallart,orsmallkitchenitems-andswapthemfor somethingnewtoyou.Taketheopportunitytochatabout collectingandwhatmakesyourtradeinteresting.Nocash needed
DropoffyouritemsonSwapShopdaysForeachitemyou dropoffreceiveatokengoodforonetradeattheSwap Shop.(1token=1item)
Location:MontpelierRecreationCenter
SwapDrop:
M 9/2911AM-4PM
Tu 9/3011AM-4PM
W 10/1 11AM-4PM
SwapShop:
Browsethecollection,pickupnewtreasures,andconnectwith neighbors–allforfreeandallforfun!Anyleftoveritemswillbe donatedtoalocalcharityNoitemswillbeacceptedonSwapDay
F 10/3 11AM-4PM
TheLearningLab
DiscoversomethingneweverymonthwithourLearningLab Series,arotatingselectionofeducationalprograms featuringafreshtopicortheme
Age:18/upFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Location:MontpelierRecreationCenter
W 9/25 7PM-8:30PM BuyingaHome
Tu 10/7 10:30AM-11:30AMGetConnected!iPhoneEdition
Tu 10/7 11:30AM-12:30PM GetConnected!AndroidEdition
W 11/12 6PM-7PM WinterPreparedness
Tu 12/9 7PM-8PM StitchandSave
10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
Courthouse Park
7232CourtlandFarmDrive
Multipurposeathleticfields
Restroombuilding
Rollerhockeyrink
Picnicshelter
Pavedwalkingtrail
Fishingpond
Playground Openspace
Parks
HanoverCountyParksofferawidevarietyofrecreational opportunities.Allparksareopenfromdawnuntildusk eachday.Someathleticfacilitieswithlightsare availableforpermittedusesafterdusk
Multipurposeathleticfields
Baseballdiamonds
Naturetrails
Picnicshelter
Skatepark
Dogpark
Pickleballcourts
Restroombuilding
Crosscountrycourse Playgrounds
Sandvolleyballcourt
Multipurposeathleticfields
Baseballdiamonds
Naturetrails
Picnicshelters
Picnicareas
Restroombuilding Playgrounds Sandvolleyballcourt
Helpuskeepourparksclean-dispose
ColdHarborBattlefieldPark
6005ColdHarborRoad
Pavedwalkingtrail
Historicalinterpretivesignage Picnicarea Openspace
HanoverWaysidePark
8225HanoverWaysideRoad
Picnicshelters
Naturetrails
Playground
HanoverVeteransMemorial
Sandvolleyballcourt Openspace
MontpelierPark
17203SycamoreTavernLane
Multipurposeathleticfield
Baseballdiamond(comingsoon)
Restroombuilding
Pavedwalkingtrail
Naturetrail
Picnicshelter
Playground Openspace
TaylorPark
13017TaylorComplexLane
Multipurposeathleticfields
Dogpark
Picnicshelter
Playground Openspace
NorthAnnaBattlefieldPark 11567VerdonRoad
Naturetrails
Historicalinterpretivesignage Picnicarea
WashingtonLacyPark
13400WoodsideLane
Naturetrails
Equestriantrails
Picnicshelter
Horsetrailerparkingavailable
Park Faciliti
PicnicShelterReservations
AthleticFacilityUsePermits
HanoverCountyParksandRecreationoffersawiderangeof athleticfacilitiestosupportbothyouthandadultathletic programs.Allorganizedpractices,games,ortrainingevents requireanAthleticFacilityUsePermit.Thisincludeslocal leagues,scholasticevents,tournaments,sportscamps,and othersimilaractivities Tostartthereservationprocess, organizationsshouldfirstcompleteanAthleticFacilityUse Permitapplication Completedapplicationsshouldbe submittedtoathletics@hanovercounty.gov.
DatesofUse
Mar1-May31
June1-Aug31
Sep1-Nov30
Scanthiscodetoaccessthe AthleticFacilityUsePermitapplication
HanoverCountyParksandRecreationoffersavarietyof picnicsheltersforyournextfamilygathering,celebration,or specialoccasion.Picnicshelterscanbereservedonlineor in-personattheHanoverCountyParksandRecreation AdministrativeOffice.Acompletedreservationformand paymentmustbesubmittedpriortouseoftheshelter Reservationsmaybemadeuptoayearinadvance Please notethatpicnicshelterreservationsdonotincludeexclusive useofplaygrounds,courts,fields,orotheradjacent amenities.
Location MaximumCapacity
CourthousePark 50
HanoverWaysidePark Shelter1:75 Shelter2:50 MontpelierPark 100
PoleGreenPark 50
PoorFarmPark Shelter1:50 Shelter2:100
Shelter3:25
TaylorPark 50
WashingtonLacyPark 25
PlaygroundRenovationsCompleted!
Weareexcitedtoannouncethecompletionoftwomajorplayground renovationprojectsatPoleGreenParkandPoorFarmPark.Acornerstoneof bothrenovationsistheinstallationofpoured-in-placerubbersurfacing,which providesaseamless,accessiblefoundationacrosstheentireplayspace.This materialnotonlyenhancesmobilityforuserswithwheelchairs,walkers,or strollersbutalsomeetsrigorousfallattenuationsafetystandards,ensuringa saferenvironmentforall Bothplayspacesalsoincluderampedplaystructures forwheelchairsandmultiplesensoryactivitystationsthatengagechildren throughsound,texture,andmovement.
AtPoleGreenPark,visitorswillbeexcitedtoexploretheSkyTowerclimbing structureandtheMightyDescentSlide,standingateightfeettallwithanextra widebase AuniquefeatureistheaccessibleWhirlwhichislikeamerry-goroundbutbuiltintothegroundforwheelchairaccessandwithahandcrank usedtomaketheequipmentspin
AtPoorFarm,visitorswillenjoycustomagriculturalthemingincludinglifelike chickens,arealistictractorclimber,strawbales,andotherelementsthat celebratethepark’srichhistory Ifyoulookclosely,youwillrealizethatthe flowersareactuallymusicalinstruments.
BothplayspacesfeatureavarietyofswingoptionsincludingSwingAlongseatsthatallowparentsandtoddlerstoswing face-to-faceandsaucerswingsthatofferfunforeveryone Visitorswillfindexpandedshadeatbothsites,customsignage withhistoricalinformationabouteachparkanditssurroundingarea,andupdatedsitefurnishings.
AshlandTrolleyLine FallLineTrail
TheAshlandTrolleyLineTrailtracestwohistoricelectric railways:FrankJayGould’sRichmond&ChesapeakeBay RailwayCo(1907–1917),withluxurious,high-speedPullmanstylecars,andtheRichmond-AshlandRailwayCo.(1919–1938), whichusedtraditionalstreetcarsToday,thetrailincludesa raisedboardwalkandformsAshland’ssegmentofthe43mileFallLineTrail aregionalmulti-usetrailconnecting AshlandtoPetersburg
TheCounty’s48mileportionoftheFallLineTrailwillstretch fromtheAshlandTrollyLineTrailtoWoodmanRoadinHenrico Thetrailblendstransportationhistorywithmodernrecreation.
$25perornament,plustax. shippingisavailableforanadditional$5
Limitedavailability.
HistoricHanoverCourthouseOrnaments
AlimitedsupplyoftheHistoricHanoverCourthouseornaments,soldin2024, areavailableforpurchasefor$20perornament,plustax. Availablewhilesupplieslast!
TheHistoricHanoverCountyCourthouse,completedinthelate1730s,isthe second-oldestcourthouseincontinuoususeinVirginia
Theexteriorofthebuildingislargelyoriginaltothe18thcenturyTheinteriorhas seensomechanges,includingrepairsaftertheRevolutionandCivilWar,anda renovationinthe1950sItsstonefloorsareoriginal
TheCourthouseanditsgreen,theOldStoneJail,theClerk'sOffice,andthe tavernacrossthestreetcompriseoneofthemostcompleteandbestexamples ofasurvivinghistoricalcourthousecomplexintheCommonwealthofVirginia.
