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Our Promise: The Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities (PRCF) promises to make available, affordable, accessible, and enjoyable activities for all children in the City of Richmond. To keep this promise, out staff will reduce fees based on ability to pay. Please discuss your needs with our recreation staff.

Government Access Station: Tune in to Channel 17 for current announcements of programs, trips, and special events. Only available with Verizon Fios and Comcast cable services.

Who Do I Contact For...? General Questions, Online Registration Questions, or Comments 804-646-5733 AskParkRec@Richmondgov.com

Volunteers: We encourage support from parents and members of the community. If you are interested in volunteer opportunities, please contact your local community center or park staff member.

Inclusion Statement: PRCF is committed to providing quality inclusive recreation and leisure activities to all residents in this community regardless of their level of ability. We value and support inclusive opportunities in all activities, programs and services throughout the city. To request a modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact the Therapeutic Recreation office at 804-6466934.

Non City Resident Fee: Non city residents must pay an additional $20 fee per program or activity.

On-going Programs: Please note that on-going programs will expire August 31, 2022 and require registering again.

Payments for Programs: PRCF cannot take cash as a form of payment for any of the programs that we offer. We accept money orders, cashier checks, credit cards, and personal checks. Checks and money orders should be made payable to “City of Richmond.”

Operation Hours: Operation hours can be found on the Facilities Listing pages.

City Holidays: The City of Richmond offices and buildings will be closed on the following holidays: Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, and Labor Day.

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Facilities Listing

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Dance

Aquatics

Athletics - Adult

12 Performing Arts 14 Aquatics 19 Dance 22 Visual Arts 23 Fitness

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24 Active Adults 25 Cemeteries

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The City of Richmond has imposed a mask mandate for city facilities. All program participants and staff are required to wear a mask at all times while inside any city facility, regardless of vaccination status. For more information about COVID-19, please visit https:// www.vdh.virginia.gov/coronavirus/

17th Street Market

Brook Road & E. Clay Streets

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Alice Fitz Playground 13th and Perry Streets

Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center

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3300 First Avenue | 804-646-4824

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Annie Giles Community Center

6701 Three Chopt Road

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2803 Dupont Circle | 804-646-0944

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Bill Robinson Playground

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721 N. 35th Street

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Blackwell Community Center

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300 E. 15th Street | 804-646-8630

Briel Street Playground 1319 N. 36th Street

Broad Rock Community Center

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Calhoun Community Center Cannon Creek Nature Area

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Richmond-Henrico Turnpike

COUNCIL DISTRICT 3

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436 Calhoun Street | 804-646-4083

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4615 Ferguson Lane | 804-646-8824

600 W. 22nd Street

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1800 Lynhaven Avenue | 804-646-8849

Canoe Run Park

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Bellemeade Natatorium

4801 Old Warwick Road

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Battery Park Community Center

Broad Rock Sports Complex

COMMUNITY ROOM

1600 Lamb Avenue

1800 Lynhaven Avenue | 804-646-8235

SKATE PARK

Barton Heights Cemetery

Bellemeade Community Center

CEMETERY

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1400 Oliver Hill Way | 804-646-5733

Bandy Field Nature Park

SPLASH PAD

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100 N. 17th Street | 804-646-0954

Abner Clay Park

FACILITY RENTAL

TENNIS | PICKLEBALL COURTS

POOL

PLAYGROUND | TOT LOT

Dawn to Dusk daily

GYMASIUM

Parks,Playgrounds,and Cemeteries

PICNIC SHELTER

Noon - 8 p.m. Monday - Friday

VITA COURSE | WALKING TRAIL

Community Centers

OUTDOOR BAKSETBALL COURTS

Hours of Operation

ATHLETIC FIELD (Soccer, Football, Baseball)

Facilities

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Carillon Grounds

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1300 Blanton Avenue

Carter Jones | Fonticello Park 2813 Bainbridge Street

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201 E. Brookland Park Blvd. 1400 Maury Street

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3000 E. Grace Street

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Conrad Street Mini Park

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1901 Conrad Street

Creighton Court Community Center

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2101 Creighton Road | 804-646-4511

Davee Garden

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Fairmount Pool

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2000 U Street | 804-646-3831

Forest Hill Park

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4021 Forest Hill Avenue

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Forest Hill Park Stone House

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Old Rhoades Estate House

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COUNCIL DISTRICT

SKATE PARK

CEMETERY

COMMUNITY ROOM

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1401 Pump House Drive

3000 Belt Blvd. | 804-646-7934

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Dogwood Dell

Hickory Hill Community Center

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3412 Ryburn Road

500 Forest Lawn Drive

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3400 East Grace Street

Henderson Softball Complex

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Chimborazo Roundhouse

4425 Williamsburg Avenue

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Chimborazo Playground

Gilles Creek Park

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3201 East Broad Street

2120 Fendall Avenue

SPLASH PAD

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Chimborazo Park

Gaither Beard Fields

FACILITY RENTAL

TENNIS | PICKLEBALL COURTS

POOL

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Chandler Playground Charlie D. Sydnor Playground

PLAYGROUND | TOT LOT

Dawn to Dusk daily

GYMASIUM

Parks,Playgrounds,and Cemeteries

PICNIC SHELTER

Noon - 8 p.m. Monday - Friday

VITA COURSE | WALKING TRAIL

Community Centers

OUTDOOR BAKSETBALL COURTS

Hours of Operation

ATHLETIC FIELD (Soccer, Football, Baseball)

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Historic Fulton Memorial Park 5001 Williamsburg Avenue - Under Construction

Holly Street Playground

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819 Holly Street

Hotchkiss Field Community Center 701 E. Brookland Park Blvd. | 804-646-4466

Humphrey Calder Community Center 414 N. Thompson Street | 804-646-1780

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James River - Ancarrow's Landing 1308 Bander Street

James River - Belle Isle 500 Tredegar Street

James River - Great Shiplock Park James River - Nature | Visitors Center James River - North Bank Park

James River - Pony Pasture & Wetlands 6700 Riverside Drive

James River - Pump House Park 1800 block of Pump House Drive

Jefferson Park

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Kanawha Plaza Park

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801 E. Canal Street

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2801 E. Franklin Street

Linwood Robinson Senior Center

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700 N. 26th Street | 804-646-3115

Lombardy Street Triangle 301 N. Lombardy Street

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Libby Hill Park

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1921 Princess Anne Avenue

8800 W. Huguenot Road

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(AKA Texas Beach) 2000 Texas Avenue

Lewis G. Larus Park

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4101 Riverside Drive

4308 Hermitage Road

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2803 Dock Street

Joseph Bryan Park

COUNCIL DISTRICT

COMMUNITY ROOM

SKATE PARK

CEMETERY

SPLASH PAD

FACILITY RENTAL

TENNIS | PICKLEBALL COURTS

POOL

PLAYGROUND | TOT LOT

Dawn to Dusk daily

GYMASIUM

Parks,Playgrounds,and Cemeteries

PICNIC SHELTER

Noon - 8 p.m. Monday - Friday

VITA COURSE | WALKING TRAIL

Community Centers

OUTDOOR BAKSETBALL COURTS

Hours of Operation

ATHLETIC FIELD (Soccer, Football, Baseball)

Facilities

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Luck's Field Rogers & T Streets (1925 U Street)

Mashore Playground (Old Pilkington PG) 2310 Decatur Street

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Maury & Mt. Olivet Cemeteries Maymont Playground

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1100 S. Allen Avenue

Montrose Heights Playground 2022 Fenton Street

Moore Street Tot Lot 1846 Moore Street

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Mosby Court Commuity Center

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1543 Coalter Street | 804-646-0207

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Oakwood Cemetery

3400 Canepa Street

Parker Field Annex 3101 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd

Petronius S. Jones Park 1400 Idlewood Avenue

Pine Camp Arts and Community Center 4901 Old Brook Road | 804-646-3677

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421 E. Ladies Mile Road

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Providence Park Playground

1415 Grayland Avenue | 804-646-1080

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7200 Jahnke Road

Randolph Community Center

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1707 Monteiro Street 5051 Northampton Street | 804-646-0973

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Poe's Park Powhatan Hill Community Center

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3101 Nine Mile Road | 804-646-4473

Oakwood Park

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719 W. Franklin Street | 804-381-1396

COUNCIL DISTRICT 8

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Monroe Park

2200 Gordon Avenue

COMMUNITY ROOM

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2700 Maury Street | 804-646-8259

Oak Grove Playground

SKATE PARK

CEMETERY

SPLASH PAD

FACILITY RENTAL

TENNIS | PICKLEBALL COURTS

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POOL

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PLAYGROUND | TOT LOT

Dawn to Dusk daily

GYMASIUM

Parks,Playgrounds,and Cemeteries

PICNIC SHELTER

Noon - 8 p.m. Monday - Friday

VITA COURSE | WALKING TRAIL

Community Centers

OUTDOOR BAKSETBALL COURTS

Hours of Operation

ATHLETIC FIELD (Soccer, Football, Baseball)

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Riverside Park | North Bank Trail

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Smith-Peters Playground 900-1000 Catherine Street

Southampton Playground 3333 Cheverly Road

2717 Alexander Avenue

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3055 Logandale Avenue

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Swansboro Playground

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Swansboro Natatorium Third Avenue Tot Lot 2001 Third Avenue 2001 Ruffin Road | 804-646-8490

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Thomas Jefferson Tot Lot 4100 W. Grace Street

Westhampton Green 519 Libbie Avenue

Westover Community Center 1301 Jahnke Road | 804-646-8995

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Westwood Playground 5401 Marian Street

Whitcomb Court Community Center 2302 Carmine Street | 804-646-2988

William Byrd Park 600 S. Arthur Ashe Blvd

William Byrd Park Roundhouse 800 S. Davis Avenue

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3160 Midlothian Turnpike | 804-646-8088

Thomas B. Smith Community Center

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2401 E. Broad Street

Summer Hill Park

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St. John's Historic Church

6255 Warwick Road | 804-646-1206

COMMUNITY ROOM

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1401 S. Randolph Street

Southside Community Center

SKATE PARK

Riverview Cemetery

3000 Grant Street

CEMETERY

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721 S. Pine Street

Rueger Field

SPLASH PAD

FACILITY RENTAL

TENNIS | PICKLEBALL COURTS

POOL

PLAYGROUND | TOT LOT

Dawn to Dusk daily

GYMASIUM

Parks,Playgrounds,and Cemeteries

PICNIC SHELTER

Noon - 8 p.m. Monday - Friday

VITA COURSE | WALKING TRAIL

Community Centers

OUTDOOR BAKSETBALL COURTS

Hours of Operation

ATHLETIC FIELD (Soccer, Football, Baseball)

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Woodville Pool

1900 North Avenue

Reserve A Facility Today! Are you looking for a place to hold your next business meeting or retreat? Planning a wedding, baby shower, family reunion, softball tournament, or special event? Look no further! With our picnic shelters, park houses, 60+ parks, athletic fields, tennis courts, and softball/baseball fields; we have something to fit your needs. For rental rates, additional information, or to reserve a location, please visit our website or call 804-646-0761.

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COUNCIL DISTRICT

COMMUNITY ROOM

SKATE PARK

CEMETERY

SPLASH PAD

FACILITY RENTAL

TENNIS | PICKLEBALL COURTS

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2305 Fairfield Avenue | 804-646-3834

Yancy Street Tot Lot

POOL

PLAYGROUND | TOT LOT

Dawn to Dusk daily

GYMASIUM

Parks,Playgrounds,and Cemeteries

PICNIC SHELTER

Noon - 8 p.m. Monday - Friday

VITA COURSE | WALKING TRAIL

Community Centers

OUTDOOR BAKSETBALL COURTS

Hours of Operation

ATHLETIC FIELD (Soccer, Football, Baseball)

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Athletics - Youth Soccer

Players will learn the fundamentals of soccer including the rules, regulations, and various playing techniques. Please contact your local community center for practice days and times. Ages: 5 - 14 years Price: $25 city residents | $45 non residents Registration Dates: March 1 - March 31 Season Dates: April 15 - June 4

Baseball

Participants will learn the fundamentals of baseball as well as the importance of team work, cooperation, and sportsmanship. Please contact your local community center for practice days and times. Ages: 4 - 15 years Price: Free for city residents | $45 non residents Registration Dates: March 7 - April 15 Season Dates: May 7 - June 18

Softball

Participants will learn the fundamentals of softball as well as the importance of team work, cooperation, and sportsmanship. Please contact the individual community center for practice days and times. Ages: 8 - 17 years Price: Free for city residents | $45 non residents Registration Dates: March 7 - April 15 Season Dates: May 7 - June 18

Cobra Boxing

Cobra Boxing athletes will learn the sport of Olympic boxing while developing character and learning competitive excellence, and helping to grow the sport in the state of Virginia. The program strives to encourage, teach motivation, guidance, and inspiration to build character and strength. In addition, members will learn discipline and respect where they can utilize these skills in the community, home, work, and school. Ages: 5 years and over Dates: On Going |Monday - Friday Time: 6:30 - 9 p.m. Price: Free Location: Cobra Boxing Gym at Southside Community Center

Pickleball

This program is a low impact physical activity that promote physical fitness and brain stimulation. The program will teach all participants basic techniques, including groundstrokes, serves, volleys, and score keeping. A mini tournament will be held at the end of the session. Ages: 10 - 15 years Dates: March 2 - June 29 | Wednesday & Friday Time: 4 - 6 p.m. Price: Free Location: Humphrey Calder Community Center

Tennis

Participants will be taught basic fundamental skills while having fun! Basic strokes will be taught such as forehand, backhand, and how to serve. Ages: 6 - 17 years Registration Dates: March 1 - April 4 Season Dates: April 11 - May 4 | Monday & Friday Time: 4 - 6 p.m. Price: Free Location: Byrd Park Ages: 6 - 17 years Registration Dates: March 1 - April 4 Season Dates: April 11 - May 4 | Monday & Friday Time: 4 - 6 p.m. Price: Free Location: Battery Park Ages: 6 - 17 years Registration Dates: March 1 - April 4 Season Dates: April 11 - May 4 | Monday & Friday Time: 4 - 6 p.m. Price: Free Location: Forest Hill Park Ages: 6 - 17 years Registration Dates: March 1 - April 4 Season Dates: April 11 - May 4 | Monday & Friday Time: 4 - 6 p.m. Price: Free Location: Broad Rock Sports Complex

Athletics - Adults Tennis

Participants will be taught basic fundamental skills while having fun! Basic strokes will be taught such as forehand, backhand, and how to serve. Ages: 18 years and over Dates: April 11 - May 4 | Monday & Friday Time: 6:30 - 8 p.m. Price: Free Location: Byrd Park Ages: 18 years and over Dates: April 11 - May 4 | Monday & Friday Time: 6:30 - 8 p.m. Price: Free Location: Battery Park Ages: 18 years and over Dates: April 11 - May 4 | Monday & Friday Time: 6:30 - 8 p.m. Price: Free Location: Forest Hill Park Ages: 18 years and over Dates: April 11 - May 4 | Monday & Friday Time: 6:30 - 8 p.m. Price: Free Location: Broad Rock Sports Complex

Intro to Futsal

Futsal is an exciting, fast-paced small sided soccer game that is played across the world and is officially recognized by both FIFA and UEFA. It is a 5 vs. 5 small-sided game played on a hard surfaced basketball sized court with a smaller, low bounce ball and is played with touch line boundaries and without walls. It places a large emphasis on technical skill in high pressure situations which can be translated into the outdoor game. Futsal is a great skill developer as it demands quick reflexes, fast thinking, and pinpoint passing. Ages: 18 years and over Price: $300 per team (10 player max) Registration Dates: March 1 - April 18 Season Dates: May 7 - June 11 | Saturday Location: Bill Robinson Park

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Aquatics Richmond Riptides Has your child just finished an amazing summer league season and is interested in swimming during the school year? Has he or she just finished swim lessons and you’re looking for more? Well look no further! The Richmond Riptides Swim Team is designed to offer a competitive swimming experience to youth ages 5 to 18 years old. Swimmers will have the opportunity to learn all four swimming strokes, build self-confidence, meet new friends, and become stronger swimmers in an exciting and fun environment.

Open Swim

All ages are welcome for this swim time! All children must meet the height requirement to swim alone, otherwise they must be accompanied by an adult. Ages: All ages Days: On-going | Monday - Friday Time: Noon - 4 p.m. Price: Free Location: Swansboro Indoor Pool

The Richmond Riptides Swim Team competes in the Virginia Community Swim League (VCSL), which is comprised of municipally sponsored teams from the Richmond and Tidewater areas, in USA Swim meets, and local fun meets. All participants must be able to swim the length of a 25 yard pool on their own to be eligible to participate with the team. Ages: 6 years and over Dates: On-going | Monday - Friday Time: 4 - 7 p.m. Price: Free Location: Swansboro Indoor Pool Registration for the 2022 - 2023 season will began in August and is on going. To register for the program please contact the program at RichmondCityRiptides@gmail.com

Family Swim

A time when immediate family members are able to come unwind, enjoy the pool, and have some fun time with their family! Those under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Registration must be completed online prior to arrival. Ages: All ages Days: On-going | Monday & Wednesday Time: 4 - 4:45 p.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: All ages Days: On-going | Tuesday Time: 6 - 6:45 p.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: All ages Days: On-going | Tuesday Time: 7 - 7:45 p.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool

Aquatics Aqua Jogging

This deep water aerobics class is geared to train your cardiovascular system as well as giving you a total body workout with no impact. Maximize your potential using a combination of deep water exercises, swim conditioning, pool side strength training, aqua jogging, and plenty of fun! Participants must be comfortable in the water. Ages: 18 years and over Days: On-going | Monday & Wednesday Time: 9 - 9:45 a.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 18 years and over Days: On-going | Monday & Wednesday Time: 11 - 11:45 a.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 18 years and over Days: On-going | Monday & Wednesday Time: noon - 12:45 p.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 18 years and over Days: On-going | Tuesday & Thursday Time: 9 - 9:45 a.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 18 years and over Days: On-going | Tuesday & Thursday Time: 11 - 11:45 a.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 18 years and over Days: On-going | Tuesday & Thursday Time: 1 - 1:45 p.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool

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Ages: 18 years and over Days: On-going | Friday Time: 9 - 9:45 a.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 18 years and over Days: On-going | Friday Time: 11 - 11:45 a.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 18 years and over Days: On-going | Friday Time: noon - 12:45 p.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 18 years and over Days: On-going | Friday Time: 1 - 1:45 p.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 18 years and over Days: On-going | Friday Time: 2 - 2:45 p.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 18 years and over Days: On-going | Friday Time: 3 - 3:45 p.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 18 years and over Days: On-going | Friday Time: 4 - 4:45 p.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool

Ages: 18 years and over Days: On-going | Friday Time: 9 - 9:45 a.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool

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Aquatics Lifeguarding Training Course

The Lifeguarding Course provides entry level participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing emergencies and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over. Before entering the Lifeguarding program, participants must demonstrate the following skills: • Swim for 300 yards continuously • Tread water for 2 minutes using only their legs • Complete a timed event within 1 minute 40 seconds that includes: • Start in the water and swim 20 yards. • Surface dive to a depth of 7 to 10 feet and retrieve a 10 pound object. • Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on their back to the starting point. • Exit the water without using a ladder or steps. A prerequisite swim is required of all participants. The swim test is necessary to enter the class. Date: April 1 | Friday Time: 5 - 7 p.m. Location: Swansboro Indoor Pool Interested Candidates should request a seat in the class no later than one week prior to the course start date by emailing Jerrod Booker at Jerrod.Booker@ rva.gov. A minimum of six candidates must enroll in the course in order for it to take place. Ages: 15 years and over Dates: April 4 - April 8 | Monday - Friday Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Price: $175 residents | $195 non-residents Location: Swansboro Indoor Pool

Snorkeling

Come out and learn the wonders of the water. Learn how to use a diving mask, snorkel and swim fins to enjoy the inner depths of water in ways you’ve never experienced! Explore our water depths starting at 3 ft 6 in to 8 ft of water with the safety of our instructors. Let us introduce you to a different way to enjoy the water!!! Ages: 18 years and over Dates: April 4 - June 22 | Monday & Wednesday Time: 1 - 2 p.m. Price: Free Location: Swansboro Indoor Pool Ages: 18 years and over Dates: April 4 - June 22 | Monday & Wednesday Time: 3 - 4 p.m. Price: Free Location: Swansboro Indoor Pool

Aquatics Swim Lessons

The objective of the Learn to Swim courses are to teach children, teens, and adults to be safe in, on, and around the water and to swim well. Aquatic and personal water safety skills are taught in a logical progression through six levels. PRCF teaches swim lessons for preschoolers (ages 3-4 years) and those that are ages 5 years and over for levels 1-5 and adults. Participants are encouraged to sign up for the appropriate level based on their level of swimming ability. There may be a time where a participant is switched to a different class depending on their ability.

Open Kayaking

Time and space allotted for kayakers to come in and practice bracing, forward stroke, rolling, etc. in a indoor pool. Ages: 18 years and over Days: On Going | Tuesday and Wednesday Time: 5:30 - 7:70 p.m. Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool

Registration for all Learn to Swim classes will take place online at parksandrecreation.richmondgov. com. Unfortunately, the Aquatics Division is unable to hold spaces due to previous enrollment, age, group, or level of the child. Each class is on a first come, first served basis until all classes and levels are full. Please note that class availability are subject to change. Classes are also subject to be cancelled as a result of inclement weather. We will work to schedule make up classes, however there may be times that classes will not be made up. For more information, please contact Erica Kirkland at 804-646-8849 or Erica.Kirkland@rva.gov.

Learn to Swim - Level I - V

Participants in Level 1 are oriented to the aquatic environment and gain some basic skills in each category. As you progress through the levels, participants build on their basic skills to learn and refine various propulsive movements on the front, back, and side. Ages: 5 - 12 years Dates: On Going | Price: $45 residents | $65 non-residents Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool

Learn to Swim - Adults

This class provides a fun atmosphere for teenagers and adults to become comfortable in the water, while being safe in and around the water. Adult swim lessons are still taught with progression. After taking this class, you will be able to enjoy your next vacation even more! Ages: 13 years and over Dates: On Going Price: $45 residents | $65 non-residents Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool

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Performing Arts Teens Take the Stage

Do you love to do it all – singing, dancing, and acting? Then this class is for you! Whether you like to just sing in the car, or you’ve been performing in shows since you were two, everyone can join in on the fun in our “Teens Take the Stage” musical theater class. Each week we will work on enhancing our singing, dancing, and acting skills, while also playing theater games to help us become a cohesive ensemble. At the end of the eight weeks we’ll show what we’ve learned to our friends and family in an end of semester performance! Ages: 13 - 16 years Dates: March 15 - May 10 | Tuesday Time: 5:45 - 7 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Spotlight Stage Time

Release your inner super star and take center stage in Spotlight Stage Time! From singing, to theater games, to dancing, this introductory class will help your kiddos find what element of musical theater they really love. Through our weekly classes we’ll form a strong ensemble and create a musical theater number we can feel proud of! Ages: 9 - 12 years Dates: March 15 - May 10 | Tuesday Time: 4:15 - 5:30 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center Ages: 6 - 8 years Dates: March 17 - May 12 | Thursday Time: 4:15 - 5:30 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Make a Movie!

Be a star and create your own adventure movie! Learn to write, storyboard, and film a movie under the guidance of experienced filmmakers. You will learn to use professional cameras and gear. The conclusion of the class will be a premiere of your new short film. The majority of the class will be outside in the Pine Camp Forest. Ages: 9 - 12 years Dates: March 7 - May 2 | Monday Time: 4:30 - 6 p.m. Price: Free Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Performing Arts Keyboarding I

In this class, students will have an introduction to the keyboard that includes hand position, first steps to music reading, and rhythm. Basic intervals will be taught while learning more songs. Music games will be used to reinforce skills. Ages: 7 - 10 years Dates: March 15 - May 10 | Tuesday Time: 5 - 6 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Keyboarding II

In this class, students will continue their introduction to the keyboard that includes hand position, steps to music reading, and rhythm. Students will learn the proper approach of how to practice more challenging music. Ages: 7 - 10 years Dates: March 15 - May 10 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

photo credit: Shanna Battle

DiAfrican Legacy Drum Workshop

The primary focus of the “DiAfrican Legacy Drum Workshop” is to offer participants an opportunity to be introduced to and develop a deeper appreciation for the tremendous legacies people of African descent have left us in the Diaspora, through their histories, cultural traditions and music. This will be explored through workshop activities designed as a basic introduction to a variety drums and percussion instruments inspired by and indigenous to West Africa, the Caribbean and South America. Students will also design and build their own frame drum to continue their musical journey. Ages: 7 - 12 years Dates: March 17 - May 12 | Thursday Time: 5 - 6:30 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Guitar I

This beginner class is where we will learn the basics to making music and playing the guitar. Students will primarily learn through the songs that they choose as a class. Students will learn about rhythm, melody, chords, soloing, music history, and reading music. All the while they will have a great time with the new friends that they have made in the class. The class will conclude with a showcase where your kids will blow you away with what they’ve learned! Ages: 7 - 10 years Dates: March 16 - May 11 | Wednesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Hickory Hill Community Center Ages: 7 - 10 years Dates: March 17 - May 12 | Thursday Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

photo credit: Shanna Battle

Guitar II

This class is an 8 week long course where we will continue to expand on the ideas we learned in the Guitar I class. Students will expand their knowledge on how to play the guitar, reading sheet music, and understanding music theory and history. They will primrily learn through songs that they choose as a class. All the while, they will have a great time with new friends that they have made. The class will conclude with a showcase where your kids will blow you away with what they’ve learned! Ages: 7 - 10 years Dates: March 17 - May 12 | Thursday Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Parks and Recreation Digest | Spring 2022

Dance Dance Attire:

For girls, sky blue or black leotard is preferred, with pink tights and pink leather ballet shoes. No cover-ups please. A chiffon dance skirt is permitted, but MUST be worn around the child’s natural waist. For boys, a white tee shirt, navy blue fitted shorts, black ballet shoes, and white socks or a black tank-top leotard and jazz pants with white ballet shoes. A dance belt is required for ages 9 and older in all dance classes.

Pricing for Youth Classes : One class per quarter

$70 $90

Two classes per quarter

$100 (resident) $160 (non resident)

Three classes per quarter

$140 (resident) $200 (non resident)

(resident) (non resident)

Pre-Ballet

Skills learned in this class include the introduction of gross locomotor moves across the floor, as well as creative movement and basic ballet moves. Ages: 6 - 7 years Dates: March 8 - May 3 | Tuesday Time: 6:45 - 7:30 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Ballet I

Through the traditional barre and center work, students will learn poise and correct posture. Ages: 8 - 9 years Dates: March 8 - May 3 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Creative Movement

Watch the little ones improve spatial awareness and practice waiting in turn, working cooperatively with others, and developing agility and poise. Age: 3 years Dates: March 9 - May 4 | Wednesday Time: 5:45 - 6:15 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center Age: 3 years Dates: March 12 - May 7 | Saturday Time: 11 - 11:45 a.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Kinderdance

An introduction to movement for the youngest dancers. Students will gain spatial awareness, letter, and number recognition. Age: 4 - 5 years Dates: March 8 - May 3 | Tuesday Time: 5:45 - 6:30 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Kinderjazz

Students will learn the basics of classic jazz dance, with warm up, isolations, and jazz walks. Ages: 6 - 9 years Dates: March 7 - May 2 | Monday Time: 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Ballet II & III

A continuation of Ballet I. This class will increase the difficulty and introduce leaps and turns into the vocabulary of dance. Ages: 10 - 16 years Dates: March 10 - May 5 | Thursday Time: 7 - 8 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Lyrical

Lyrical dance incorporates ballet and jazz techniques and is characterized as movement that corresponds with the lyrics of the music. In this class, students will deeply explore the meaning behind the movement and lyrics and will experience more advanced techniques. Ages: 9 - 16 years Dates: March 9 - May 4 | Wednesday Time: 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

PA R K S , R E C R E AT I O N A N D C O M M U N I T Y FA C I L I T I E S

Pine Camp Cultural Arts and Community Center PRCF is providing a host of summer options for you to develope your athletic or artistic side. Go to rva.gov/parks-recreation or call (804) 646 - 3677 to get more information.

Summer Dance Intensive July 5 - August 12

Nature Film Camp

July 5 - July 21 & July 25 - August 11

Hickory Hill Summer Theater Intensive July 5 - August 12

Pine Camp Summer Impact (Art & Recreation) July 5 - July 15 July 18 - July 29 August 1 - August 12

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Parks and Recreation Digest | Spring 2022

Dance Jazz I

Jazz music and dance are indigenous art forms in the United States. Classical Jazz is still incorporated in many Broadway musicals, while evolving into ever changing popular dance forms from Street Dance to Hip-Hop and beyond. Ages: 9 years and over Dates: March 7 - May 2 | Monday Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Jazz II

Jazz music and dance are indigenous art forms in the United States. Classical Jazz is still incorporated in many Broadway musicals, while evolving into ever changing popular dance forms from Street Dance to Hip-Hop and beyond. Ages: 9 years and over Dates: March 9 - May 4 | Wednesday Time: 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Beginning Tap

Basic tap exercises are practiced on the barre and in the center of the floor. Students will learn poise, focus, balance, and coordination. Tap adds another skill to learning, that of listening to the teacher’s taps and then repeating them back using self control and memorization. Ages: 7 years and over Dates: March 10 - May 5 | Thursday Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Intermediate Tap

Basic tap exercises are practiced on the barre and in the center of the floor. Students will learn poise, focus, balance, and coordination. Tap adds another skill to learning, that of listening to the teacher’s taps and then repeating them back using self control and memorization. Ages: 9 - 18 years Dates: March 10 - May 5 | Thursday Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Hippety Hop

Age appropriate Hip-Hop for the little ones. Exciting rhythms and moves to teach coordination and attention span. Ages: 6 - 9 years Dates: March 7 - May 2 | Monday Time: 6 - 6:45 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Hip Hop I & II

This class covers the basics of street dance and video style techniques. Ages: 10 - 16 years Dates: March 7 - May 2 | Monday Time: 7 - 8 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Modern Dance I

This class is a pre-requisite for any of our students interested in joining one of our companies. Modern dance is a technique that includes elements of many other dance forms. It includes floor work, improvisation, and alignment as well as basic leaps. Ages: 7 - 9 years Dates: March 10 - May 5 | Thursday Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Modern Dance II & III

Modern dance is a technique that includes elements of many other dance forms. It includes floor work, improvisation, and alignment as well as basic leaps. Ages: 10 - 16 years Dates: March 10 - May 5 | Thursday Time: 7 - 8 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Visual Arts Intro to Art

New and beginner artists will be introduced to art and various mediums through exercises desgined to encourage creativity. Each week, the class will learn about a new medium and then select their favorite to complete a final project of their choosing. Ages: 10 - 15 years Dates: March 16 - May 11 | Wednesday Time: 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center Ages: 6 - 9 years Dates: March 17 - May 12 | Thursday Time: 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Pottery on the Wheel

Beginner and intermediate studetns will learn how to make mugs and pitchers with handles, bowls, lidded containers, and more! Also included will be a variety of surface techniques to make your pottery look great! No clay experience is necessary. Supply fee is paid to the instructor at the first class. Ages: 18 years and over Dates: March 15 - May 10 | Tuesday Time: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Price: $90 resident | $110 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Drawing

Perfect for new and beginner artists, but all skill levels are welcome! Learn to draw what you see! Each week, students will explore differrent drawing techniques and styles and will complete drawings of many different subjects. We’ll do blind contours, grid enlargements, linear perspcetive, still lifef’s, protraits, and more! Ages: 10 - 15 years Dates: March 17 - May 12 | Thursday Time: 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Digital Photography I

Learn the functions and manual settings of digital cameras, be exposed to a variety of photography approaches including lighting, set design, and personal narrative. We will incorporate group and individual porjects, lessons on the history of photography and will push students to explore their interests in the world through the lens of a camera. Ages: 10 - 15 years Dates: March 16 - May 11 | Wednesday Time: 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Adult Figure Drawing

Desgined for anyone who is interested in drawing and has interest in drawing the human figure. Students will improve and grow their own ability to draw. Ages: 18 years and over Dates: March 17 - May 12 | Thursday Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Price: $75 resident | $95 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Advanced Hand Building with Clay

This class is for students who know the basics and are ready to create the pieces they most desire. You may work large or small and spedn as much or as little time on a piece as you or it requires. Supply fee is paid to the instructor at the first class. Ages: 18 years and over Dates: March 16 - May 11 | Wednesday Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Price: $95 resident | $115 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Hand Building with Clay

students receive a thorough introduction to hand building using techniques such as coil, slab, and pinch sculptures and vessels Ages: 8 - 10 years Dates: March 17 - May 12 | Thursday Time: 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

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Visual Arts Loom Weaving

Learn the magic of the floor loom! Weaving basics will be discussed to help you understand the ins and outs of the weaving process with a focus on proper technique. Ages: 18 years and over Dates: March 14 - May 9 | Monday Time: 6 - 8 p.m. Price: $75 resident | $95 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Teen Frame Weaving

Create unique wall hangings on a simple and portable frame loom! Starting out with weaving and loom basics, this class is perfect for new weavers. Learn how to set up your loom, keep your sides straight, correctly start and stop your yarn, and that is only the beginning! Develop the skills to weave tapestry such as (but not limited to) shape building, color blending, and eccentric weft. We will also go over textural techniques to make your tapestries pop! Learn to make fun and beautiful weavings with confidence and very little tools. Ages: 15 - 18 years Dates: March 14 - May 9 | Monday Time: 4:30 - 6 p.m. Price: $40 resident | $60 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Registration begins Monday, May 2

Fitness Acro

Students will gain flexibility and strength while learning the basics of tumbling and acrobatics Ages: 7 years and over Dates: March 12 - May 7 | Saturday Time: 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. Price: Please see price chart on page 19 Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Chairobics

Is an innovative low intensity aerobics class geared toward our seniors, retirees and individuals who are semi-ambulatory. Come sit to be fit with Mr. Rodney as he will add a small dance twist to this Chairobics class. Ages: 55 years and over Dates: March 10 - May 5 | Thursday Time: 10 - 11 a.m. Price: $30 resident | $50 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Low Impact Aerobics

Join us for an hour of low impact, seated chair aerobics and moderate intensity workouts that will get your heart rate up, relive stress, burn calories, and much more! Ages: 55 years and over Dates: On-going | Wednesday Time: 10 - 11 a.m. Price: Free Location: Randolph Community Center Ages: 55 years and over Dates: On-going | Wednesday Time: 10 - 11 a.m. Price: Free Location: Linwood Robinson Senior Center Ages: 55 years and over Dates: On-going | Monday & Wednesday Time: 10 - 11 a.m. Price: Free Location: T.B. Smith Community Center

Senior Weight Lifting

This modificed strength and conditioning program is geared to adults 60 years and over. It provides a specific outcome including general fitness, weight loss, and body shaping while using weights. Ages: 55 years and over Dates: On Going | Monday, Wednesday, & Friday Time: 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Price: Free Location: Hickory Hill Community Center

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Active Adults Pickleball

This program is a low impact physical activity that promote physical fitness and brain stimulation. The program will teach all participants basic techniques, including groundstrokes, serves, volleys, and score keeping. A mini tournament will be held at the end of the session. Ages: 55 years and over Dates: April 4 - June 30 | Monday & Thursday Time: 10 a.m. - noon Price: Free Location: Forest Hill Park

Paint and Sip

Enjoying painting with instruction while having a late morning beverage! Ages: 55 years and over Dates: March 25 | Friday Time: 11 a.m. - noon Price: Free Location: Randolph Community Center Ages: 55 years and over Dates: April 22 | Friday Time: 11 a.m. - noon Price: Free Location: T.B. Smith Community Center Ages: 55 years and over Dates: May 27 | Friday Time: 11 a.m. - noon Price: Free Location: Linwood Robinson Senior Center Ages: 55 years and over Dates: June 24 | Friday Time: 11 a.m. - noon Price: Free Location: Ann Hardy Community Center

Walk and Chat

Let’s connect with nature by starting the morning off with a walk with friends! Ages: 55 years and over Dates: On-going | Monday, Wednesday & Friday Time: 10 - 11 a.m. Price: Free Location: Randolph Community Center

Line Dance

Enjoy this lively cardio workout each week with Richmond’s finest line dance instructor. If you can walk, you can participate in this class. Improve your stamina and work on coordination and balance, as well as meeting a happy bunch of people! Ages: 55 years and over Dates: March 9 - April 13 | Wednesday Time: 10 - 11 a.m. Price: $30 resident | $50 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Ages: 55 years and over Dates: On-going | Monday, Wednesday & Friday Time: 10 - 11 a.m. Price: Free Location: Ann Hardy Community Center

Cemeteries

Active Cemeteries Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Monday - Friday Genealogy by appointment only Cemeteries are open daily from sunrise to sunset

Maury and Mt. Olivet Cemeteries 2700 Maury Street 804-646-8259

Oakwood Cemetery 3101 Nine Mile Road 804-646-4473

Riverview Cemetery

1401 South Randolph Street 804-646-1291 Maury Hill

The Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities operate seven municipal cemeteries. Although all of the cemeteries have historical interest, the four that are particularly noteworthy are the following:

Shockoe Hill Cemetery

Located in the downtown area of Richmond on Hospital Street. Within its grounds are buried such luminaries as John Marshall, the revered U.S. Supreme Court Justice; Elmira Shelton, said to be Edgar Allan Poe’s fiancée and inspiration for the “Lost Lenore” in his poem The Raven; John Allan, Poe’s boyhood friend; Peter Francisco, the Revolutionary War hero; 220 Confederate and 577 Union soldiers; and Elizabeth VanLew, the Union spy who operated a “safe” house during the War Between the States. This cemetery is on the Virginia Landmarks Register and National Register of Historic Places.

Barton Heights Cemeteries

The City also maintains the inactive Barton Heights Cemeteries located between St. James Street and Lamb Avenue. In 1815, the Burial Ground Society of the Free People of Color established the first cemetery here. That cemetery became known as Cedarwood. Five more cemeteries were established adjoining Cedarwood. These cemeteries were established by the burial society and/or religious organizations. The other cemeteries are Sons and Daughters of Ham, Ebenezer, Methodist, Sycamore, and Union Mechanics. The Barton Heights Cemeteries are on the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places.

Historic St. John’s Church Cemetery

Located on the grounds of St. John’s Church in Richmond’s oldest neighborhood of Church Hill at 24th and Broad streets. The City owns the Broad Street side of the cemetery. This cemetery is the resting place of Elizabeth Arnold Poe, mother of Edgar Allan Poe and George Wythe (who was one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence). The church is the site of Patrick Henry’s rousing “Give me liberty or give me death!” speech. The dates and times for reenactments of Patrick Henry’s famous speech can be obtained by calling St. John’s Church at 804-649-0263. This cemetery is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Oakwood Cemetery

Located at 3101 East Nine Mile Road, Oakwood is the final resting place of 17,000 Confederate soldiers, casualties from several battles fought in the Richmond area during the War Between the States. According to information from The Dahlgren Affair by Duane Schultz, Yankee Colonel Dahlgren was buried in a secret cave in Oakwood Cemetery in March 1864, and removed by Elizabeth VanLew under cover of night on April 6, 1864. The body was taken out of Richmond by VanLew under a wagon load of peach trees and reburied the next day on a farm at Hungary Station. His body was returned to Philadelphia in October 1865 for a burial in the North Hill Cemetery. This cemetery is on the National Register of Historic Places.

City of Ricmond Departmet of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities 1209 Admiral Street • Richmond, VA 23220 • 804-646-5733 • www.rva.gov/parks-recreation