Recreation & Parks

"At Your Leisure" Fall-Winter 2010-11

To download a PDF copy of the At Your Leisure guide, click here.

You can also pick up a copy at any of our Recreation Centers, Henrico County Public Libraries, or area Food Lion, Kroger, and Martin's stores.

Would you like to receive a copy in the mail? Call 501-7275 to be added to our mailing list, or send us an email!

Fall-Winter 2010-11 program registration will begin on September 11.
For details about how to register for a class, trip, or program, see the Class Registration page.

Click here for a list of classes that have filled for the current session.    

"At Your Leisure" Summer 2010 

Registration is still being accepted for some of our September programs.

Follow us on Twitter for updates on Recreation programs, events, and more! Click here to go to our Twitter page.  

Upcoming Events

Henrico Concert Band
For all ages. Bring a lawn chair and listen to a variety of festive music. In case of inclement weather, the concert may be cancelled. There will be no rain date. Information; Amy Perdue, 501-5859. 

Mon, Aug 30, 7 p.m.
Dorey Park by the lake. Free.

Cinema Classics
"Experience olde time cinema" at Henrico Theatre in Highland Springs. Tickets are only $1 per person and can be purchased at the door. Information: Henrico Theatre Staff, 328-4491.

"Ben Hur" (NR)
Fri, Sept 3, 7 p.m.
Sat, Sept 4, 2 & 7 p.m.

Dr. Sheppard's Orchard
For all ages. Hear the story of Johnny Appleseed. Explore the fascinating history of apples and John Sheppard's apple orchard. See Meadow Farm's 153 year old pear tree and learn its story. Information: Anna Truong, 501-2130.

Sat, Sept 4, 1-3 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.

Family Fun on Marion Hill
For all ages. It's a fun-filled evening at the Clarke-Palmore House Museum! We'll have lawn games, activities, and house tours. Bring a picnic, join in the festivities, and stay for the 8 p.m. showing of the classic 1937 animated film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, part of the "Under the Stars Family Film Series." Information: Sheryl Mays, 652-3409.

Sat, Sept 11, 6-8 p.m.
Clarke-Palmore House Museum. Free. 

Civil War Lantern Tours
For all ages. Experience a series of new vignettes covering the years 1861-1865. Guided tours leave the Orientation Center every 15 minutes. Information: Anna Truong, 501-2130.

Sat, Sept 11, 7:15-8:30 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.

Civil War Harvest Time
For all ages. War is more than battles. Help the men on the home front bring in the harvest. Learn about shortages. Write a letter, roll bandages, and drill with Confederate soldiers. Information: Anna Truong, 501-2130.

Sun, Sept 12, 1-3 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum. Free.

NEW! Online Registration Tutorial and FAQ's

Online registration is available for FREE programs (that require registration). Here are some documents that will help you with the registration process. For additional assistance, call 501-5960.

• Online Registration Tutorial (PDF)
• Online Registration Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
• Online Registration website

Inclement Weather Hotline: 501-5132

In the event of inclement weather, please call the hotline for the latest updates on field closings or program and event cancellations.

Construction Projects

• Eastern Henrico Recreation Center

The Division of Recreation and Parks has several projects that are "under construction."
For more information on these projects, see the Construction Projects page.