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Chesterfield County Democratic Committee monthly meeting, 7 p.m., Wed., Aug. 1, Clover Hill Library, 6701 Deer Run Dr. Chesterfield's General Registrar Larry Haake will be a speaker and candidates Jim Holland (Dale supervisor) Dan Gecker (Midlothian supervisor) and Alex McMurtrie (State Senate, 11th District) will make brief presentations and be available for questions. For more information, contact Wendy Austin, 379-5506 or visit www.chesterfielddemocrats.org.

Thurs., Aug. 2

Pilates exercise class, 12:30-1:30 p.m., weekly through Aug. 30, Bensley Community Building, 2900 Drewry's Bluff Rd. Pilates strengthens the abdomen, lower back and hips. Cost is $15. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information, call David Potter, 275- 5321.

Family Summer Story Time, 1:30-2 p.m., Midlothian Library, 521 Coalfield Rd. All interested children are welcome. Call 794-7907 for information.

Cancer workshop, 6:30-8:30 p.m., CJW Medical Center, Johnston Willis campus, 1401 Johnston Willis Dr. This workshop is designed to help women cope with the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Volunteer cosmetologists will conduct a program on skincare and makeup as well as how to use wigs, turbans and scarves. Participants must be undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment or recently finished with their treatment. To register, call Carolyn Haynes at the American Cancer Society, 527- 3778.

Fri., Aug. 3

Night Hike, 8:30-10 p.m., Rockwood Nature Center, 3401 Courthouse Rd. Hike through the forest and watch for nocturnal activity. Bring a flashlight and wear sturdy shoes. For ages 6 and older. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost is $4. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information or to register, call Melissa Caviness, 674-1629.

Sun. Aug. 5

VMFA Summer Interlude Concert series, 3 p.m., (also Aug. 12, Aug. 19 and Aug. 26), Bon Air Presbyterian Church, 9201 W. Huguenot Rd. The Richmond Chamber Players will perform selections from Clara Schumann, Robert Schumann and Johannes Brahams. The guest artist is tenor Tracy Wilborn. Tickets for the series are $56 (museum members, seniors, students, $48). Single tickets, if available, are $16 (museum members, seniors, students, $14, students under 18 free.) To purchase tickets at least 24 hours prior to the concert, visit the museum Wed.-Sun. from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. or call 340-1405. Tickets may be purchased at the door beginning at 2 p.m. For more information, visit www.vmfa.museum .

Mon., Aug. 6

Summer Break Golf, noon-1:30, Mon. and Thurs. through Aug. 23, First Tee Golf Course, 6736 Hunting Creek Rd. Learn the basics of grip, stance and full swing for clubs as well as short game, chipping and putting. For ages 8-17. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information, call Paul Wilmoth, 748-1130.

Crime Prevention Awareness Forum, 8:30-10 p.m., Korean Baptist Church, 6925 Hopkins Rd. Asian business owners are invited to learn how to prevent crime in their community and businesses. Sponsored by the Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce and local police departments. For more information, call My Lan Tran at 798-3975 or e-mail aabac@aabac.org .

Tues., Aug. 7

Tri-City Chapter of the International Association of Administrative Professionals, 6 p.m., VDOT Training Center, first floor of the Belvedere Room, 2201 West Hundred Rd., Chester. The guest speakers will be Robert L. Sims, director of faculty services, and Dr. Jernigan, professor at Averett University. They will speak on leadership, including trust leadership, good and poor management, mobbing, zone of indifference and managing by grace.

Discover Chesterfield Walking Club, 9 a.m., Huguenot Park, 10901 Robious Rd. Designed to introduce participants to county parks while they meet new walking partners. Led by Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation staff. Free. Meet at the basketball courts. For adults ages 55 and older. To sign up for the club, call 751-4135.

60 Hikes within 60 Miles: Richmond, 7-8 p.m., Chester Library, 11800 Centre St. Take a virtual hike through some of Virginia's most beautiful and historic settings. Author Nathan Lott will narrate a slideshow based on his book, "60 Hikes within 60 Miles: Richmond," recounting his experiences on the trail, and will offer recommendations on the best hikes for families, birdwatchers, serious hikers and history buffs. This program is recommended for adults. For more information or to register, call 748-6314 or visit www.library.chesterfield.gov .

Wed. Aug. 8

The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, Midlothian Chapter 2265 monthly meeting, 9:30 a.m., Brandermill Woods Retirement Community Meeting Room, 14311 Brandermill Woods Tr. The program will feature Chris Tassell of the Virginia Historical Society. For details or directions, call Joyce Burton, 743-2584.

LOOKING AHEAD... Thurs., Aug. 9

Chesterfield County Chamber of Commerce monthly luncheon, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Brandermill Country Club, 3700 Brandermill Pkwy. Mike Ogilvie of Pendulum, Inc. will facilitate Speed Networking. At registration, participants will receive a "dance card" of table rotation instructions. Each person at the table gives a one-minute commercial and then rotates to a different table with different faces. Bring lots of business cards. Advanced registration is required by Aug. 6. Seating is limited. Cost is $10. E-mail lenita@chesterfieldchamber.com or call 748-6364 to reserve your seat.

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