RecGuide RecGuide
JANUARY - MAY 2026 JANUARY - MAY 2026
BoardofSupervisors
FMichaelHerzberg,IV-Chair
ColdHarborDistrict
SeanMDavis-ViceChair
HenryDistrict
FayeO.Prichard
AshlandDistrict
JeffSStoneman
DanielleG.Floyd
ChickahominyDistrict
RyanMHudson
SusanP.Dibble
BoardofSupervisorsLiaisons
FMichaelHerzberg,IV JeffSStoneman
AshlandDistrict
JimHunt
RachelLevy
BeaverdamDistrict
RogerBraxton
MichaelMorris
ChickahominyDistrict
KimberlyCarswell
RandyMudd
ColdHarborDistrict
TriciaMcClintock
EltonWade,III
HenryDistrict
MannyTavares MaryWaddy
MechanicsvilleDistrict
SouthAnnaDistrict
ChrisCullen JordanPadgett
HanoverCountyPublicSchoolsLiaisons
William“Greg”Coleman AmandaWashington
MISSION
ThemissionofHanoverCountyParksandRecreationistocreateunique, meaningfulrecreationalexperiencesthatenrichthecommunityandfosteroverall well-beingwhileprovidingsafe,accessibleparksandnaturalareas
messagefromtheDirector endsandneighbors,
wewrapupanotherremarkablewinterseason,Iwantto endmysincereappreciationforyourcontinuedsupportof programs,events,andfacilitiesThisyear’sWinteronthe celebrationonceagainprovedtobeacommunityfavorite, familiesandneighborstogethertoenjoyfestiveactivities, ntercheer.Ourfallprogramswereequallysuccessful, cipationinseasonalactivitiesandthecloseofavibrantand nourparksByeverymeasure,thishasbeenoneofour ditisthankstothepartnershipwesharewithyou.
p urParksandRecreationteam,whosecommitment,creativity, anddedicationmadetheseachievementspossible.Frommaintainingourparksatthe higheststandardstoplanninginnovativeandinclusiveprograms,ourstaffcontinuesto exceedexpectationsTheirexcellentworkwasrecognizedthisyearbytheVirginia RecreationandParkSocietythroughseveraldistinguishedhonors,includingBestNew Facility,BestNewInclusionInitiative,andMostCreativeMarketingStrategy.Wewere oneofonlysevenlocalitiesacrossthestaterecognizedinthreeormoreaward categoriesTheseawardsreflectnotonlytheprofessionalismofourteam,butalsothe strongcommunityengagementthatinspiresustokeepraisingthebar.
Aswelookahead,weareexcitedtobuildonthismomentum.Inthecomingyear,we willcontinueexpandingpartnerships,exploringnewopportunitiestoenhanceourparks, anddevelopinguniqueandengagingprogrammaticofferingsthatreflecttheneeds andinterestsofourresidentsYourparticipation,feedback,andenthusiasmfuelour visionforanevenbrighterfuture.ThankyouforbeinganessentialpartofHanover’s ParksandRecreationfamily welookforwardtocreatingnewmemorieswithyouinthe seasonsahead
HISTORY HISTORY & HOPS & HOPS
entertainment come a one-of-a-kind celebration.
Visitors can stroll through interactive demonstrations, event, period trades, skills, crafts, offering an glimpse daily during
Green, where craft beverages, local history, and lively entertainment come together in a one-of-a-kind celebration. Visitors can stroll through interactive demonstrations, engage with costumed reenactors, and discover the stories and traditions that helped shape Hanover’s rich colonial past. Throughout the event, Virginia-based living historians will showcase period trades, skills, and crafts, offering an immersive glimpse into daily life during the era of independence.
Activities
Classic Car Cruise In
Sunday,April26
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
Pedalpalooza Pedalpalooza
Grab your bike and helmet and pedal in for a day full of fun, challenges, and adventure! Test your skills on exciting obstacle courses, learn smart biking techniques, and pick up important safety tips. Enjoy cycle-centric games, music, and meet special guests, like Jonathan the Juggler, who can balance a bicycle on his chin!
Saturday, April 11 2 PM - 5 PM
Oak Knoll Middle School
HANOVER CONCERT SERIES
Warm breeze, live music, cold drinks, and good vibes! The Sounds at Sunset Hanover
Concert series will bring a variety of music styles to some of our favorite outdoor spaces. Concerts are free to attend. Concessions will be available for purchase. Appropriate for all ages.
Learn more: hanoverparks.com
April 3 - Pole Green Park
May 1 - Hanover Courthouse
June 5 - Poor Farm Park
July 11 - Pole Green Park
August 7 - Hanover Courthouse
September 4 - Poor Farm Park 5:30-8:30 PM
Community Community
Your Involvement Your Involvement
Thisfall,ourcommunitycametogetherinabigwaythroughHanover Helpsbeautificationefforts.Volunteersrolleduptheirsleevesacross parksthroughoutthecounty.Theycleanedtrails,refreshedlandscapes, andhelpedspruceupthedogpark.Inadditiontohands-onpark projects,volunteerssupportedawiderangeofactivities,programs,and specialevents,contributi husiasmtoenhance experiencesforthecomm
Thesevolunteerscontribu
boostingparkpride, elevatingevents,andhel nshinebrighterthan ever Theirenergymakesallthedifference,andwe’resogratefulfor everyonewhosteppeduptomakeHanoveranevenbetterplacetolive, play,andexplore
Volunteer Opportunities
Visitwww.hanoverparksrec.comfordetailsandtosignupforcurrent volunteeropportunities.
HanoverHelps
Doyoulovenatureandwanttomakeadifferenceinyourcommunity?Volunteer tohelpkeepourlocalparksclean,safe,andbeautifulforeveryonetoenjoy!We’re lookingforyoutoassistwithtasksincludingpickinguplitter,rakingleaves, plantingflowers,maintainingtrails,andmore Yourtimeandeffortwillhavea lastingimpact.Alltoolsandsupplieswillbeprovided-justbringyourenthusiasm andawillingnesstogetalittledirty!
CommunityEventsandPrograms
Areyoureadytorollupyoursleevesandbeapartofsomethingfunand extraordinary?We'relookingforpassionatevolunteerstohelpmakeour communityeventsasmashingsuccessandprogramssomethingtoremember forourparticipants!Fromsensoryactivitiesandsupportforthosewith specialneedstoextrahandsplayinggamesandleadingcrafts, volunteerskeepthefungoing!Lookforthe“volunteersneeded”icon.
Leaders-in-Training
Readytolevelupyoursummer?OurLeadersinTraining(LIT)programgives teensages13–15thechancetoteamupwithcampcounselorstobringour summercampstolife Buildleadershipskills,learnwhatittakestorungames andactivities,andmakeabigimpactforyoungercampers,whilehavingplenty offunyourself IncludestrainingJune1-June5
Hanover County's Department of Community Resources will be hosting Global Youth Service Day (GYSD), part of a nationwide effort to engage youth aged 5-25 in volunteerism that benefits their community.
Projects will be released mid-March.
Information available at www.hanovervolunteers.org
Hanover Museum of History & Culture
Dedicated to preserving and sharing Hanover County’s diverse history, the Hanover Museum of History and Culture highlights well-researched narratives and cultural perspectives, respecting the lives and legacies that have shaped the county. Our exhibitions are designed in partnership with community members and offer a closer look at the remarkable Hanover events, stories, and historical traditions in modern-day contexts.
Timeline1776:Hanover’sRoleintheRevolution
ProductofHanover
HanoverCounty’sagriculturalhistoryspansmorethanthree centuriesofcontinuousfarmingtraditions.Tobaccodominated thelocaleconomyforgenerationsandshapedmuchofthe county’scultureandheritage.Duringthetwentiethcentury, manyfarmsdiversified,shiftingfromtobaccototruckfarming Localgrowerssuppliednearbymarketswithfreshvegetables Today,Hanovertomatoesarewidelyrecognizedfortheir exceptionalflavorandquality Agricultureremainsacentral partofHanoverCounty’seconomyandcontinuestosustain andconnectthecommunity
Theyear1776standsasadefiningmomentinthe Americanstory atimeofrebellion,declaration, andthereimaginingofgovernmentandliberty. ThisexhibitinvitesyoutoconsiderHanover’splace withinthatpivotalyear,tracinghowthedecisions oftheContinentalCongressandtheunfolding eventsoftheWarofIndependencereverberated throughVirginiaandHanoverCounty.Thechoices andchallengesnotonlyimpactedlocal communitiesbutalsohelpedlaythefoundation foranewnation.
History & Culture
CraftingHistory:Gourd
BirdhousesandRattles
Learnhowtomakeagourd birdhouseorrattlefromaNative AmericanInterpreter,aswellas thehistoricalsignificanceof musicandinstrumentstopurple martinsforpestcontrolinthe 1600s
Age:Allages Fee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
W 4/15 6PM-7PMHanoverMuseumHistory&Culture
FromRootstoResiliance:ExploringBerkleytown
CelebrateBlackHistoryMonthwithaspecialprogram exploringthestoriesofHanoverresidents,pastandpresent EnjoyanengagingpresentationfromHanoverMuseumand AshlandParks&Recreationstaffinlcudingaguidedtourof BerkleytownHeritagePark,wherethevibrantlegacyofthis historiccommunitycomestolife
Age:Allages Fee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Sa 2/28 1PM-2:30PMBerkleytownHeritagePark
GiftBaskets
Participantswilllearnthehistoricalandculturalimportance ofbasketsandtheirusesaswellashowbasketsareused todayExamplesofmanycurrentbasketsuseswillbe displayed.Eachparticipantwillchooseoneofthebaskets offeredandwillmaketheirowncoveringsforthebaseofthe basketsInstructor:CherylGoode
Age:18/up Fee:$25
Sa 4/18 10AM-11:30AMPoleGreenPark
Sa 4/2510AM-11:30AMMontpelierRecreationCenter
TeatimeHistory&Tasting
StepintoColonialAmericaand immerseyourselfincolonial-era Bostonthroughtheeyesofa costumedinterpreterportraying ateamerchant
Learnaboutsmugglingand resistanceascolonistsgrappled withBritishregulations
SavoringHistory:Discover,DineandDiscuss It'smorethanjustanouting;it'sachancetoescapethe routineanddiscoverahistoricalresourceinyour community.Followingthetour,enjoyadeliciousmealanda delightfulconversationatalocalrestaurant.Thisisagreat opportunitytogetoutofthehouse,reconnectwithfriends andmakenewoneswhiletakingastepbackinhistory Thereisnocostforthetour,however,ordersplacedfromthe restaurant'smenuaretheresponsibilityoftheparticipant.
Age:50/upFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Portrayal:TheGeorgeWashingtonFieldsStory Restaurant:HanoverTavern WitnesstheinspiringstoryofGeorgeWashingtonFields,the firstAfricanAmericantograduatefromCornellLawSchool BorntoMarthaAnnBerkleyandWashingtonFields,both enslavedinVirginia,Georgewasraisedonaplantationin HanoverCourthouseduringthefinalyearsofAmerican slavery
M 2/18 11:15AM-1:30PM
Tour:ExploretheHistoricForkChurch
Restaurant:BrickOvenBistro StepbackintimewithaguidedtourofForkChurchin Doswell,abeautifullypreserved18th-centurylandmarkThis tourhighlightsthechurch’scolonialbrickwork,historic interior,famousvisitorslikePatrickHenryandDolley Madison,andpeacefulcemeterygrounds.
M 3/2410AM-1:30PM
Tour:TheWattHouseatGaines'MillBattlefieldPark Restaurant:ThePatronRestaurant ANationalParkServiceParkRangerwillgiveapresentation abouttheWattHouse.Discoverthestoryofthishistoric homefromitstimeasaplantationbeforetheCivilWartoits useasUnionGeneralFitzJohnPorter'sheadquartersduring heBattleofGainesMill
ExploretheTeaActandhowittriggered widespreadprotest
RevisittheBostonTeaPartyandtheEastIndiaCompany teatrade
SampleacolonialteatossedintoBostonHarbor Thishands-onpresentationbringshistorytolife,revealing howasimplebeveragehelpedsparkarevolutionary moment.Lightrefreshmentswillbeservedwithtea samplings.
Age:18/up Fee:$5
Tu 4/28 11AM-12PMHanoverMuseumHistory&Culture
M 4/23 10AM-1:30PM
Tour:LamaFarm
Restaurant:Anna'sItalianRestaurant&Pizzeria Builtin1710,Lamawasownedbytwogenerationsofthe Alexanderfamilyfrom1854to1959Descendantsofthe amilywillnarratetalesoflifeatLama,suchasMrsWilliam Alexander’sshowdownwithaYankeesoldiertryingtosteal theirlastmule.
M 5/27 10AM-1:30PM
Fiber Festival
Bringyourfamilyandjoinusaswecelebrate spring,theshearingofthesheep,andfiber productionatScotchtown
Saturday,April11th 10AMto4PM preservationvirginiaorg/scotchtowns-annual-fiber-festival/
Scotchtown
Montpelier Recreation C
TheMontpelierRecreationCenterandLibraryisthefirstfacility ofitskindinHanover,placinglibraryservicesandrecreation programsunderoneroofThe20,000sffacilityincludesafullservicelibrary,full-sizegymnasium,stage,classroom, communitymeetingspace,andstudyrooms.
Gymnasium
GymnasiumPrograms
OpenGymTimes
ThegymnasiumattheMontpelierRecreationCenterand Libraryisdesignedtosupportawiderangeofprogramsand activitiesThegymnasiumwillbeavailablefordrop-inplay whilenotinuseforscheduledprograms.Gymnasium programsarescheduledtoallowspecificsportsandother activitiesfulluseofthespace.
ARecPasswillberequiredforaccesstogymnasiumprograms anddrop-inplay.RecPassesareavailablefreeofchargeto HanoverCountyresidentsonlyandmustberenewedannually Pleasenotethatchildrenundertheageof16yearsmustbe supervisedbyanadultunless: age14-15withaparent-approvedwaiver participatinginaHanoverParksandRecreation supervisedprogram
HanoverCountyresidentscansignupforaRecPassonlineat wwwhanoverparksreccomoratthefrontdesk
Classroom
Theclassroomsupportsawiderangeofprogramsfacilitated byHanoverCountyParksandRecreationWhennotsupporting ascheduledprogram,theclassroomisalsoavailablefor communityuse
RecreationProgramOfferings
AwiderangeofrecreationprogramsareofferedatMontpelier RecreationCenterTheseopportunitiescanbefoundintheRec Guide,atwwwhanoverparksreccom,andhighlightedonthe monthlyfacilitycalendar.
MontpelierRecreationCenterandLibrary
15302ClazemontRoad Montpelier,VA23192 (804)883-5161
Hours
Monday-Thursday:10AM-9PM
Friday-Saturday:10AM-6PM
Whentherearenogymprogramsscheduled,drop-in basketballandpickleballareavailabletoRecPassholders upto30minutespriortothenextscheduledgymprogram UptoonepickleballnetwillbesetupduringOpenGym timesTheotherhalfofthegymwillremainopenfor basketballandfreeplay.Duetotimeandstaff requirements,thevolleyballnetsystemwillnotbesetupfor drop-inplay
Basketball
MondayandWednesday,5PM-8:30PM DesignatedtimeopenforalllevelsofbasketballAll equipmentwillbeavailableforuse.
IntermediatePickleball
Tuesday,10AM-1PMandFriday,1PM-3PM Designatedforself-ratedintermediatepickleballplayers andabove
Pickleball
MondayandWednesday,10AM-1PM, Tuesday,5PM-8:30PMandSaturday,10AM-12:30PM DesignatedtimeforalllevelsofpickleballAllequipmentwill beavailableforuse
Volleyball
WednesdayorThursday,5PM-8:30PM Designatedtimeopenforalllevelsofvolleyball.All equipmentwillbeavailableforuse.
Scantolearnmoreaboutthefacility andtoviewthemonthlyactivity calendar!
Adaptive Recreation Adaptive Recreation
HanoverCountyParksandRecreationprovidesbothadaptiverecreationopportunitiesandinclusionservicesfor personswithcognitiveand/orphysicaldisabilities.ProgramsofferedundertheAdaptive&TherapeuticRecreation categoryaredesignedspecificallyforpersonswithdisabilities,featuringactivitiesthatareappropriateforphysical d iti bilit l ls.Inclusionservicesallowpersonswithdisabilitiestheopportunitytoparticipateinall modation.Ifaccommodationsorsupportareneeded,pleasecontactthedepartmentat untygovatleast15dayspriortothestartdateoftheprogram
Age:AllagesFee:$5
BlackLightBingo
Getreadyforavibranttwistonthe classicgameyouknowandlove withBlackLightBingoNight!Enjoy winningprizeswithaneon-colored bingocardandglowingchipsthat makeeachnumbershineunder heblacklight. Participant/caregiverparticipation srecommendedifneedinghelp withbingocard
Th 2/19 6PM-8PMChurchoftheRedeemer
Prom
DiveintoamagicaleveningatourUndertheSeaProm! Experiencetheunderwaterwonderlandwhiledancingthe nightawayGetintroducedwhilewalkingdownthesea-floor runwayandenjoyanightoffun,food,music,pictures,and more!
Age:16/up Fee:$15
Th 4/23 6:30PM-8:15PMChurchoftheRedeemer
YouthTherapeuticHorsebackRiding
Equine-assistedtherapyclassesareofferedtoindividuals withsomecognitive,physical,oremotionaldisabilities Participantswillexperienceawiderangeofbenefitsfrom increasedflexibility,betterbalance,greaterconfidence,and self-esteem.
Instructor:GallopingAcres
Age:4-23 Fee:$270
M 3/9-4/20 5PM-6PMTallCedarsFarm
M 3/9-4/20 6PM-7PMTallCedarsFarm
M 4/27-6/8 5PM-6PMTallCedarsFarm
M 4/27-6/8 6PM-7PMTallCedarsFarm
AktionClubistheonlyserviceclubforadultswith disabilities,withmorethan7,200membersinover 400clubsworldwideTheAshalndKiwanisclub, composedoflike-minded,service-orientedpeople fromthecommunity,servesastheclub’ssponsor.
AktionClubisopentoanydisabilityself-advocate age18orolderMemberswillparticipateinservice projectsandshowleadershipintheircommunity
InpartnershipwithTheArcofHanoverClub,Aktion ClubwilltakeplaceonthesecondMondayofeach monthatTheArcofHanover
Tolearnmoreaboutthisprogramandtoregister, visitthearcofhanoverorg
TheArcofHanoverislocatedat10193Washington Hwy,GlenAllen.
ProgramsofferedintheAdaptiveRecreation categorydenotedwiththisiconareintendedfor caregiverstoparticipateintheprogram(atno additionalcost)andprovidesupporttomaximizethe benefitfortheparticipant
Creative Arts Creative Arts
BrushesandBluebirds
Transformasimplebluebirdhouseintoabeautifulworkof artwhilelearningabouttheimportanceofbluebirdsand environmentalstewardship.Inthishands-onworkshop, participantswillpaintanddecoratetheirownbluebird housewhilediscoveringhowthesebirdscontributetoa healthyecosystemandhowtohelpprotecttheirhabitats
Age:18/up Fee:$20
Sa 2/7 9AM-12PMPoleGreenPark
CaffeinatedCreations
Spendarelaxingmorningexploringcreativitythrougha guidedpaint-and-sipexperience.Enjoyfreshlybrewed coffeewhilepaintingascenicnature-inspiredpieceina welcoming,socialsettingNopriorexperienceisneeded,just anopenmindandaloveforartBothregularanddecaf coffeeoptionsareavailable.
Age:18/up Fee:$15
Sa 3/28 9AM-11AMPoleGreenPark
ColorMeCharcuterie
Enjoyaone-of-a-kindexperiencewherefoodandartcome together!Inthishands-onclass,participantswilllearntheart ofcraftingabeautifulminicharcuterieboardperfectfor entertainingortreatingyourself
Oncetheboardiscompleteandsnack-worthy,thesecond halfoftheclassfeaturesastep-by-stepguidedpaintingofa colorfulcharcuterieboardsceneNopaintingorculinary experiencenecessary,justbringyourcreativityandappetite! Allpaintingmaterialsandingredientsincluded
Age:18/up Fee:$15
Sa 3/7 11AM-12:30PMPoleGreenPark
CraftingHistory:GourdBirdhousesandRattles
LearnhowtomakeagourdbirdhouseorrattlefromaNative AmericanInterpreter,aswellasthehistoricalsignificanceof musicandinstrumentstopurplemartinsforpestcontrolin the1600s.
Age:All Fee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration W 4/15 6PM-7PMHanoverMuseumHistory&Culture
GiftBaskets
Participantswilllearnthehistoricalandculturalimportance ofbasketsandtheirusesaswellashowbasketsareused today.Examplesofmanycurrentbasketsuseswillbe displayedEachparticipantwillchooseoneofthebaskets offeredandwillmaketheirowncoveringsforthebaseofthe basketsInstructor:CherylGoode
Age:18/up Fee:$25
Sa 4/18 10AM-11:30AMPoleGreenPark
Sa 4/25 10AM-11:30AMMontpelierRecreationCenter
Inspire&Create
Engageyourmindandhandsinthisfreeactivityopentoall ages!Eachweek,ourtalentedstaffwillguideyouthrough excitingcraftandscience-basedactivitiesUnleashyour creativity,explorenewideas,andhavefunwithfellow participants.Allsuppliesareincluded.
Age:AllagesFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration Location:MontpelierRecreationCenter&Library
Fri 1/2311:30AM-1PM SparklingSnowflakes
Fri 2/2011:30AM-1PM ThreadsofFriendship
Fri 3/2011:30AM-1PM EnchantedMiniGardens
Fri 4/1711:30AM-1PM BloomingCreations
Fri 5/2211:30AM-1PM Rockin’Tic-Tac-Toe
StainedGlass
Discovertheartofstainedglassinthishands-onclass designedforbothbeginnersandthosewithsome experience
Beginner:Learnthefoundationalskillsofthecopperfoil method,includingglassselection,cutting,grinding,foiling, andsoldering.You'llcompletean8"x10"stainedglasspanel totakehomeandenjoy
Intermediate:Enhanceyourskillsbyworkingonaprojectof theirchoice,withflexibilityindesignprojectsarenotlimited tosquareorrectangularpanelsForprojectslargerthan10"x 12",studentsmustbringtheirownprojectboard
Instructor:CelesteMiller
Age:16/up Fee:$99
Tu1/13-2/10
Tu2/24-3/24
Tu4/21-5/19
6PM-9PM PoleGreenPark
6PM-9PM PoleGreenPark
6PM-9PM PoleGreenPark
ChooseYourOwnAdventureLEGO®BricksWorkshop
Newandexperiencedbuildersareinvitedtodiveintoan excitingbuildadventurewithexpandedLEGO®projectkits! Afterateacher-ledbuild,studentscanchoosetheirown adventurebyfollowingmodelplansdesignedbyengineers andarchitectsastheybuildwithLEGO®BricksKitsintroduce STEM-basedconceptsthroughfun,hands-onplay,using gears,axles,andmotors,bringingtheiradventuretolife.
Instructor:Bricks4Kidz
Age:6-12 Fee:$40
PirateTreasureHunt Ahoy,mateys!Stepaboardf aswashbucklingadventure whereyoungbuccaneerslea thewaysofthesea!Earnpir coinsasyoucompletehand onstationsCreateyourpira nameandjointhecrewasw sailthroughfunand imaginativeactivities!
F 3/20 9AM-12PMPoleGreenPark
DowntheRabbitHoleTeaParty
StepintoWonderlandforatopsy-turvyteapartylikeno other!Celebratewithadelightfulafternoonfilledwithtea, treats,andcurioussurprisesaroundeverycorner.Donyour teapartyattireandprepareforgames,crafts,andatouch ofmagicatthiswonder-filledcelebration
Age:4-8 Fee:$10
Sa 5/9 2PM-4PMHistoricCourthouseandGrounds
LearnAboutButterfliesDay
Celebrate“LearnAboutButterflies”daybydiscoveringthe magicofbutterflies!Enjoythemedstations,funcrafts,and seetherecreationcentertransformedintoabutterflyoasis Aspecialguestwillsharethepowerofthepollinatorsup closewithaperformanceonstage!
Age:Allages
Fee:Thisfreeprogramdoesnotrequireregistration Sa 3/14 3PM-4:30PMMontpelierRecreationCenter
LilSprouts
Bigfunforlittleones!Afun,activeplaytimewherekidscan move,play,andsocializeCreativeplayisencouragedusing avarietyofage-appropriategymequipment
Age:6m-5parents/guardiansarestronglyencouragedto participatewiththeirchildinthisprogram
Fee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration;spaceislimited
Location:MontpelierRecreationCenter
WeeklyonThursdays 11:15AM-12:30PM WeeklyonFridays 10AM-12PM Visitwwwhanoverparksreccomforacompletelistingofdates
Age:Recommendedforages6-12Familiesarestrongly encouragedtoparticipatewiththeirchildinthisprogram. Fee:Thisfreeprogramdoesnotrequireregistration 4/25 12PM-02PMHanoverMuseumHistory&Culture
PreschoolPlayCafé
PreschoolPlayCaféisadynamicfreeplayactivitydesigned forchildrenandparentstocometogetherandsocialize Childrenwilldevelopgrossmotorandsocialskills, movementabilities,andsensoryexploration,butaboveall, theywillhavefunwhilemovingandexpendingenergy Eachsessionwillofferfreeplaywhenchildrencanengagein freeplaytimewithitemsliketunnels,balls,andtoysand themedactivities.
Pleasedressappropriatelyfortheforecastedweather,as thisisanoutdoorprogramIntheeventofinclement weather,thesessionwillbecanceled
Age:6m-5parents/guardiansarestronglyencouragedto participatewiththeirchildinthisprogram
Fee:Thisfreeprogramdoesnotrequireregistration
W 4/1 9:30AM-11AM PoleGreenPark
W 4/1 12:30PM-2PM MontpelierPark
W 5/69:30AM-11AM PoleGreenPark
W 5/612:30PM-2PM MontpelierPark
Formoreinformation,includingdeadlines andrequirements,visithanoverparks.com orfollowthisQRcode
Nature & Outdoors Nature & Outdoors
BrushesandBluebirds
Transformasimplebluebirdhouseintoabeautifulworkof artwhilelearningabouttheimportanceofbluebirdsand environmentalstewardship.Inthishands-onworkshop, participantswillpaintanddecoratetheirownbluebird housewhilediscoveringhowthesebirdscontributetoa healthyecosystemandhowtohelpprotecttheirhabitats
Age:18/up Fee:$20
Sa 2/7 9AM-12PMPoleGreenPark
FromRootstoResiliance:ExploringBerkleytown
CelebrateBlackHistoryMonthwithaspecialprogram exploringthestoriesofHanoverresidents,pastandpresent. EnjoyanengagingpresentationfromHanoverMuseumand AshlandParks&Recreationstaffinlcudingaguidedtourof BerkleytownHeritagePark,wherethevibrantlegacyofthis historiccommunitycomestolife.
Age:Allages Fee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Sa 2/28 1PM-2:30PMBerkleytownHeritagePark
LearnAboutButterfliesDay
Celebrate“LearnAboutButterflies”daybydiscoveringthe magicofbutterflies!Enjoythemedstations,funcrafts,and seetherecreationcentertransformedintoabutterflyoasis. Aspecialguestwillsharethepowerofthepollinatorsup closewithaperformanceonstage!
Age:Allages
Fee:Thisfreeprogramdoesnotrequireregistration
Sa 3/14 3PM-4:30PMMontpelierRecreationCenter
MapMasters
Getreadytonavigateyourwaythroughthegreatoutdoors withanorienteeringadventure!Inthisaction-packed program,kidswilllearnhowtouseacompass,readmaps, andexplorenature’shiddenpathsWitheachtwistandturn, they'llgainconfidenceintheirabilitytofindtheirwayand havefundoingit!
Registeredparent/guardianmustaccompanyparticipants. Recommendedforages6-12
Age:Allages Fee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Sa 5/30 10AM-11AMPoorFarmPark
Many of our programs are free but require registration due to limited space or staffing needs. When someone registers but doesn’t show up, it prevents others from participating and makes it harder for our staff to plan a smooth, safe experience.
If your plans change, please notify us as soon as possible via email: parksandrec@hanovercounty.gov
This will help us:
Give your spot to someone on the waiting list who wants to attend
Ensure staffing and supplies are planned correctly so everyone can enjoy the program safely
Keep programs enjoyable for everyone in the community
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Instructor:804DancePlace
Age:18/up Fee:$65
Volleyball
volleyballisafunnewwaytostayactiveandhavea It’stheperfectgameforallskilllevels,combiningthe fvolleyballwiththecomfortofsittingNoexperience ed,bringyourenergyandyourcompetitivespirit!
Age:50/upFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Tu 2/17 10AM-11:15AM DuncanMemorialMethodistChurch
Tu 3/17 10AM-11:15AM DuncanMemorialMethodistChurch
Tu 4/21 10AM-11:15AM DuncanMemorialMethodistChurch
Th 2/5-3/5 7PM-8PM804DancePlace
Th 4/9-5/7 7PM-8PM804DancePlace
LineDancing:Beginner
Learnthebasicsoflinedancing,includingterminologyand steps,whilemovingtodifferentgenresofmusic
Instructor:BettyWeeks
Age:16/up Fee:$40
M 2/2-3/2 6PM-7PMLaurelMeadowES
M 3/16-4/13 6PM-7PMLaurelMeadowES
M 4/27-5/18 6PM-7PMLaurelMeadowES
LineDancing:BeyondBeginner
Areyoureadytotakelinedancingtothenextlevel?We'll movealongalittlefasterthanthebasicline-dancingsteps. Variousdancerhythmswillbeusedtomakethisafun-filled classThreemonthsoflinedanceexperienceisrequired
Instructor:BettyWeeks
Age:16/up Fee:$40
M 2/2-3/2 7:15PM-8:15PM LaurelMeadowES
M 3/16-4/13 7:15PM-8:15PM LaurelMeadowES
M 4/27-5/18 7:15PM-8:15PM LaurelMeadowES
CardioDrumming
Usingdrumsticksandastabilityball,you’llmarch,squat, lunge,twist,reach,side-step,andevenjumptothebeatNo drummingexperienceneeded,justbringtheenergy!
Age:AllagesFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Location:MontpelierRecreationCenter
WeeklyonMondays6PM-7PM Visitwwwhanoverparksreccomforacompletelistingofdates
Pickleball:Beginners
Thisclassisdesignedforthosewantingtolearnhowtoplay thefungameofpickleball!Skillscoveredincludegrip, stance,dinks,volleys,andgroundstrokes
Instructor:SteveFritton
Age:14/upFee:$15
Th 3/12
Sa 3/14
Th 3/26
Th 4/9
Sa 4/25
10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
Pickleball:Intermediate
Greatforthosewhohaveexperienceplayingtheexciting andfast-pacedgameofpickleballLearnmoreadvanced strategies,practiceskillsandworkondrillsLet'shavesome funplayingthefastest-growingsportintheUnitedStates!
Instructor:SteveFritton
Age:14/upFee:$30
Sa 3/28 10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
Sa 4/11 10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
Sa 4/23 10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
Yoga:Beginner
Abeginner-friendlyyogaclassdesignedforalllevelsEnjoy agentleflowthatfocusesonposture,alignment,and mindfulmovement.Leavefeelingrefreshed,revitalized,and confidentinyourgrowingpractice
Instructor:AmySusnis
Age:16/upFee:$24
W 1/21-2/4 6PM-7PM PoleGreenES
W 2/18-3/4 6PM-7PM PoleGreenES
W 3/18-4/8 6PM-7PM PoleGreenES
W 4/22-5/6 6PM-7PM PoleGreenES
Sports & Fitness (Youth)
Don’t miss out! Don’t miss out!
The registration deadline is two weeks prior to the start of programs.Secureyourspottoday!Don'twait programsthatdon’t meetminimumenrollmentmaybecanceled,sosignup earlytoensurethatdoesn’thappentoyourfavoriteactivities!
Dance
Thisdanceprogramisdesignedtohelpkidsbuild confidence,coordination,andaloveofmovementinafun andsupportiveenvironmentClassesfocusonrhythm,basic technique,andperformanceskillsDancerslearn fundamentalskillsthroughage-appropriatechoreography andengagingactivitiesthatencouragecreativityand teamwork.
Instructor:AIMUSA
Age:4-6Fee:$120
T2/3-4/286PM-6:40PM ColdHarborES
Age:7-15Fee:$120
T2/3-4/286:45PM-7:25PMColdHarborES
Parent&MeDance
Thismusicalclasswillgetyouandyourchildmovingand groovingtogether.Yourdancerwillbegintolearnthebasics ofdanceandrhythmworkwhilehavingfun!
Instructor:804DancePlace
Age:1½-2yr11mFee:$45
Tu 2/3-3/3 4:15PM-4:45PM 804DancePlace
W 2/4-3/4 4:15PM-4:45PM 804DancePlace
Sa 2/7-3/7 11AM-11:30AM 804DancePlace
Tu 4/7-5/5 4:15PM-4:45PM 804DancePlace
W 4/8-5/6 4:15PM-4:45PM 804DancePlace
Sa 4/11-5/9 11AM-11:30AM 804DancePlace
PetiteFeetDance
Thishigh-energybeginner classintroducesdancersto movementthroughmusicwhile developingskillsand emphasizinggrowthin kinestheticawareness,social interaction,concentration,selfesteem,basicdancetechnique andcreativeexpression
Dancerswillshowofftheirskillsonthelastdayofclasses
Instructor:804DancePlace
Age:3-5 Fee:$65
W 2/4-3/4 4:15PM-5PM 804DancePlace
W 2/4-3/4 1PM-1:45PM 804DancePlace
Sa 2/7-3/7 10AM-10:45AM 804DancePlace
W 4/8-5/6 1PM-1:45PM 804DancePlace
W 4/8-5/6 4:15PM-5PM 804DancePlace
Sa 4/11-5/9 10AM-10:45AM 804DancePlace
Tennis:Kids
Wewillusedrillsandgamesintendedtodevelopskills necessarytoplaythelifelongsportoftennisKidswillalso participateinachallengesystemtokeepthemmotivated toimproveandhavefun!
Instructor:PlayTennisHanover
Age:5-7 Fee:$135
W 1/7-2/18 5:30PM-6:30PMPearson'sCornerES
Age:6-9 Fee:$135 W 1/7-2/18 6:40PM-7:40PMPearson'sCornerES
Age:6-9 Fee:$135 W 4/9-5/14 6PM-7PM ChickahominyMS
Age:10-14 Fee:$135 W 4/9-5/14 7:10PM-8:10PM ChickahominyMS
YouthSelfDefense
Thisprogramteachesstudentshowtostayconfidentand safeusingstrongverbalskillslikevoiceprojection,posture, andeyecontactpairedwithage-appropriateself-defense andmartialartstechniques.Participantslearnhowtodeescalatesituationsandprotectthemselvesinasupportive environmenttailoredtotheiremotional,mental,and physicaldevelopment
Instructor:AIMUSA
WhiteBelts:Designedforbeginnerswhoarebrandnewto self-defenseandmartialarts
Age:6-7 Fee:$120
M2/2-5/46PM-6:40PM ColdHarborES
Age:8-15Fee:$120
M2/2-5/46:45PM-7:25PMColdHarborES
YellowBelts:Buildingonthefoundationlearnedatthewhite beltlevel
Age:6-15 Fee:$120
M2/2-5/46:45PM-7:25PMColdHarborES
Youth and adult athletic league play is organized and operated by a wide variety of organizations throughout Hanover County. operated variety organizations throughout Hanover
contact information, please refer to www.hanoverparks.com www.hanoverparks.com
AfternoonCards
Bridge,Canasta,Pinochle,andSpadesorbringanewgameto sharewithfriends.
Age:AllagesFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Location:MontpelierRecreationCenter
SecondandfourthWednesday,1PM-4PM
Visitwwwhanoverparksreccomforacompletelistingofdates pintothe Frenzyoutdoor thedaywithmininges,thendive games,including tagroundswhere amstrategizeand nts
yartsandcrafts, asilentdiscoEvery participantisrandomlyassigned oneoffourteamcolors,which becomesyourcrewforearning points,cheeringeachotheron, andchasingultimateFrozen Frenzybraggingrights!
Pre-registrationisstronglyencouraged Aparent/guardian mustbepresenttocompleteregistrationifnotpreregistered
Pleasedressappropriatelyfortheforecastedweather,asthisisan outdoorprogram.Intheeventofinclementweather,itmaybe canceled.
Age:Plannedactivitiesaredesignedforages10-14
Fee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration
Sa 2/21 3PM-5PMPoleGreenPark
Social Engagement Social Engagement
GameTimeGalore
Cometogetherwithotherclassicgameenthusiastsforaday ofexcitement.Enjoyadiverseselectionofgamesandmuch moreGameactivitieswillcatertoalllevelsofexperience Meetlike-mindedplayerswhileplayingsomeoldfavorites andlearningsomenewones
Age:50/upFee:Thisfreeprogramrequiresregistration SuperBowlBINGO:We’llplayaspecialversionwhereyou’ll markoffsquaresbasedonfootball-relateditemsNofootball knowledgerequiredjustcomereadytoshareafewlaughs, maybesomeSuperBowlstories,andenjoytheexcitement together.
Th 2/5 10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
WinterOlympics:HelpuscelebratetheWinterOlympicswith somethemedgamestoincludetabletopCurling,Olympic RingToss,andnamethatsport
Th 2/19 10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
IndoorBasketball:Testyourskillsinourfunandfriendly indoorbasketballtoss!Stayseatedasyouaimfortwopointersandthree-pointerssinkitintoscoreandwin! Th 3/5 10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
MarchMadnessTrivia:Getreadyforafast-pacedtrivia gamewithaMarchMadnesstwist!You’llanswerfun basketball-themedandgeneralknowledgequestionsbut you’llhavetothinkquickly.Theclockisticking,andevery correctanswerbringsyouclosertovictorybeforethebuzzer sounds!
Th 3/19 10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
SpringtimeShow&Tell:Participantslistenasthegamehost describesaspring-relateditemwithoutnamingitdirectly Playersthentrytoguesswhattheitemisbasedontheclues. Thisgameisagreatwaytoencouragelisteningskills,and mentalrecall
Th 4/2 10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
EarthDayBINGO:GetreadytoshoutBingowithagreentwist Thisfun-filledgamecelebratesMotherEarthwithalittle friendlycompetition.Noexperienceneededjustbringyour lovefornatureandyourBingospirit!
Th 4/16 10AM-12PM PoleGreenPark
Registeronline at www.hanoverparksrec.com
Courthouse Park
7232CourtlandFarmDrive
Multipurposeathleticfields
Restroombuilding
Rollerhockeyrink
Picnicshelter
Pavedwalkingtrail
Fishingpond
Playground Openspace
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 Facilities
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
PicnicShelterReservations
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 Bookyourpicnicsheltertoday!
2035ParksandRecreationMasterPlan
HanoverCountyParksandRecreationextendsitssincereappreciationtothe hundredsofresidents,partners,andcommunitygroupswhocontributedtheir voices,ideas,andexperiencestothedevelopmentofthe2035Parksand RecreationMasterPlan Throughsurveys,publicmeetings,stakeholder discussions,andwrittencomments,yourparticipationensuredthatthisplan reflectsthediverseneeds,aspirations,andvaluesoftheHanovercommunity. Theinsightsyousharedhelpedshapemeaningfulrecommendationsand prioritiesthathonorbothourcounty’sheritageanditsfuture
Thecompleted2035MasterPlanwillserveasastrategicroadmapguiding HanoverCounty’sparkdevelopmentandrecreationplanningeffortsforthe nextdecadeandbeyond.Builtonthecorepillarsoffacilitymodernizationand growth,parkaccessandexpansion,community-centeredprogramming, historicandenvironmentalstewardship,andpartnershipsandregional collaboration,theplanoutlinesaclearpathforwardtoenhancequalityoflife forallresidents Together,wehavecreatedavisionforavibrant,inclusive,and sustainableparkssystemthatwillcontinuetoevolveandthrivebecauseof yoursupportandengagement
Viewtheplanonlineathanoverparks.com.
What’sNew?
CheckouttheCounty’s fullyredesignedwebsite! Thesitenowfeatures improvednavigation andupdatedstructure toallowforeasyaccess totonsofinformation.
Exploretodaybyvisiting hanoverparks.com
Virginia250Passport
HanoverCountyParksandRecreationwasrecognizedwiththreestateawards attheannualConferenceoftheVirginiaRecreationandParkSociety Nominationsarereviewedbyapanelofpeerprofessionalsandawarded basedoncreativity,communityimpact,andoverallexcellence.
MostCreativeMarketingStrategy-TommytheTomato Mascot
BestNewFacility(BricksandMortar)-Montpelier RecreationCenterandLibrary
BestNewInclusionStrategy-SpookyFUNFestSensoryZone
Hanoverwasoneofonlysevenlocalitiesinthestatetoberecognizedinthree ormoreawardcategories.
TheVirginia250Passportisacommemorativebookletthathighlights historicsitesacrosstheCommonwealthofVirginia.ThePassportwas createdtoencouragemeaningfullearningandengagement opportunitiesastheUnitedStatescelebratesits250thanniversary Programparticipantsmayreceivediscountsonadmissionatselect PassportSitesandhaveopportunitiestowinprizes
Learnmoreatvirginiahistory.org/250Passport
