Enjoy a weekend of bluegrass music at the fairgrounds

In The Spotlight

 

Bluegrass festival and Virginia State Bluegrass Championship Contest, 1 p.m.-midnight, Thursday, Sept. 11, and Friday, Sept. 12; noonmidnight, Saturday, Sept. 13; and 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 14, Chesterfield County Fairgrounds, 10300 Courthouse Road. Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Virginia Folk Music Association with a variety of performances, a potluck dinner, Hall of Fame induction and Heights of Grass Reunion Show. Bluegrass Championship Contest on Sept. 14. A four-day ticket is $45; single-day tickets are $15 (Thurs.), $20 (Fri./Sat.) and $12 (Sun.). For tickets or more information, call Barbara Cook at 749-4649 or Sigrid Williams at 347- 2925 or visit www.vafolkmusic.org.

Thurs., Sept. 11

 

Rotary Club of Brandermill weekly meeting, 7:30 a.m., Brandermill Country Club, 3700 Brandermill Parkway. For more information, contact Eric Rohnacher at 346-5466.

Midnight Madness' College Sign-Up, 9 a.m.-midnight, Bryant & Stratton College, 8141 Hull Street Road. In one stop, new and returning students can meet with admissions representatives, find out about credit transfers, learn about scholarships, take placement tests, apply for financial aid, select and register for classes and order books. For more information, call Beth Murphy at 745-2444.

Information Chesterfield: Health and Wellness, 7-8 p.m., Chester Library, 11800 Centre St. Learn how to find consumer health information using electronic databases and the Internet. For more information or to register, call 748-6314 or visit www.library.chesterfield.gov.

Fri., Sept. 12

Third Annual Chattering Children Golf Tournament, noon lunch and registration, 1 p.m. shotgun start, Birkdale Golf Club, 8511 Royal Birkdale Drive. The cost is $400/foursome and includes golf, lunch, beverages and dinner. A live auction will be held at the awards ceremony. All proceeds will benefit children with hearing loss. For more information, call Dr. Sandra Colello at 290-0475.

Rotary Club of Huguenot Trail weekly meeting, 12:30 p.m., Bottega's Bistro, 11400 W. Huguenot Road. For more information, contact Merle Hirschman at 897-0878.

Pet adoptions, 2-5 p.m., also Saturday, Sept. 13, 10 a.m-2:30 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 14, 12:30-3 p.m., PetSmart, 12264 Chattanooga Plaza (in the Wal-Mart shopping center on Hull Street Road). Adopt a new pet during this adoption event featuring animals from the Chesterfield Animal Shelter. Part of PetSmart's National Adoption event. Volunteers from the Chesterfield Humane Society will be on hand to answer questions and assist with adoptions.

Humor and Caregiver Stress, 3 p.m., Dunlop House, 235 Dunlop Farms Blvd. Join Judy Tyree from Tri-Cities Alzheimer's Association for a discussion about ways to recognize and deal with stress. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 520- 0050.

Sat., Sept. 13

Eagles at Sunrise, 7-8:45 a.m., Dutch Gap Conservation Area, 513 Coxendale Road. Join Capt. Mike Ostrander and search for bald eagles, blue heron and osprey on the James River. Minimum age is 15. Cost is $40. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information, call Greg Velzy at 748-1124.

Highlands Massey Classic 5K, 6:30-7:30 a.m. registration, race at 8 a.m., The Highlands Golf Course, 8400 Highland Glen Drive. Registration is $20 for adults ($25 on race day), $10 per child 6-14 years, 5 years and under are free. For more information, visit www. highlandsmasseyclassic.org.

Second Annual ChesterFest 5K, 7:15 a.m. registration and packet pick-up, 8:30 a.m. race, 4408 W. Hundred Road. 5K course is on paved roads and scenic rail trail. Cost is $20, $15 for students 16 and younger. For more information or to register, visit www. tricitiesroadrunners.org or www.active.com.

Basic Dog Obedience, 10-11 a.m., each Saturday through Oct. 4, Rockwood Park, 3401 Courthouse Road. This class covers basic dog obedience. Cost is $50. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information, call Mark Pinney at 748-1992.

Seventh Annual ChesterFest, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., Chester Village Green opposite the Chester Library on Centre Street. A day of family fun will include a dog show at 10 a.m., arts and crafts, food, children's activities, music and entertainment from the Chester Wind Symphony, Chesterfield Ballet, Uncharted Waters and Chicago Cy. Free. For more information, contact Brenda White at bwsoccer@comcast.net or 796-9056.

Little Tikes Karate, 10:45-11:45 a.m., each Saturday through Oct. 25, Bensley Community Building, 2900 Drewry's Bluff Road. Learn self defense, physical fitness and discipline. For children ages 4-8. Cost is $25. For more information or to register, call David Potter at 275-5321.

Concert, 3 p.m., Dunlop House, 235 Dunlop Farms Blvd. The Smith's musical variety show will be featured. Free and open to the public. For more information call 520-0050.

Kickboxing tournament, 4 p.m., Warriors Martial Arts Club, 1811 Huguenot Road. This event supports at-risk youth and children with learning and physical disabilities. Featured guest is Clark "Thunder" Walters, president of Way of the Champion Foundation and three-time World Kickboxing Champion. Tickets are $10. For more information, call 307-2206.

Spaghetti dinner, 4:30-7 p.m., Bethany Place Baptist Church, 1501 S. Providence Road. The Capital City chapter of Altrusa Int'l is sponsoring this fundraiser to benefit literacy and elder care projects. Advance tickets are $10/adults and $5/children ages 7 and under (at the door: $12/ $7). Take out is available. For more information, call Joanne Cash at 378-7000 or Thelma Lipscomb at 794-4397.

Mon., Sept. 15

Home Decorating 101, 9:30-11:30 a.m., and Monday, Sept. 22, same time, Central Library, 9501 Lori Road. This two-part class will introduce students to the basics of wall décor, furniture arrangements, color and accessories. Cost is $50. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information or to register, call Jackie Maclin at 748-1123.

Music, Mommy and Me, 10-10:45 a.m., each Monday through Nov. 3, Bon Air Library, 9103 Rattlesnake Road. Enjoy singing, dancing, music and creative movement with your toddler. For ages 15 months to 4 years old. Cost is $50. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information, call Mark Pinney at 748-1992.

Seniorcise, noon-1 p.m., each Monday and Wednesday through Nov. 19, American Family Fitness, 9101 Midlothian Turnpike. Older adults can stretch, reach and march to a healthier and more fit condition. Cost is $40 (membership is not required). Sponsored by Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information or to register, call Judy Jones at 751-4135.

Introduction Move Your Body Line Dance, 6-7:15 p.m., each Monday through Oct. 13, Bensley Community Building, 2900 Drewry's Bluff Road. Learn how to line dance to country, Latin, swing and ballroom style music. Cost is $35. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information or to register, call David Potter at 275-5321.

Chesterfield Toastmasters meeting, 6:30- 8 p.m., LaPrade Library, 9000 Hull Street Rd. Toastmasters International teaches public speaking and leadership skills. For more information, contact Julio Del Corso, 370-6465, or visit www.district66.org.

Home Buying 101, 7-8 p.m., Bensley Community Building, 2900 Drewry's Bluff Road. Gain an understanding of the home buying process. Free. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information or to register, call David Potter at 275-5321.

Perennials, 7-8:30 p.m., Chester Library, 11800 Centre St. Enjoy years of color and interesting foliage with perennials. Discover what works well in this area. Free. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Cooperative Extension. For more information or to register, call 751-4401.

Tues., Sept. 16

Rotary Club of Midlothian, 7:30 a.m., Holiday Inn Select, 1021 Koger Center Blvd. For more information, call Jeff Martin at 869-3435.

What is a Snake?, 10-10:30 a.m., Rockwood Nature Center, 3401 Courthouse Road. This is a simple introduction to the world of snakes. Cost is $3/child (a parent or guardian must accompany each child). Part of the Tuesday Explorations for Two's Series. For more information, contact Denise Flora at 674-1629.

Xeriscaping, 10:30-noon, Chester Library, 11800 Centre St. Master Gardener Susan Nienow will present information on xeriscaping to create attractive gardens that require less water and maintenance. Free. Part of the Get in the Know Series for adults ages 55 and older. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation and Chesterfield County Public Library.For more information, call Judy Jones at 751- 4135.

Book discussion group, 11 a.m.-noon, Enon Library, 1801 Enon Church Road. "The Other Boleyn Girl" by Philippa Gregory will be discussed. For more information, call 530-3403.

Bon Air Book Talks, 7-8 p.m., Bon Air Library, 9103 Rattlesnake Road. "The Spellman Files" by Lisa Lutz will be discussed. For more information, call 320- 2461.

Book discussion group, 7-8 p.m., Ettrick- Matoaca Library, 4501 River Road. "The World Without Us" by Alan Weisman will be discussed. For more information, call 526- 8087.

Huguenot Republican Woman's Club Banquet, 7 p.m., Sheraton Park South Hotel, 9901 Midlothian Turnpike. Phil Kiver, Iraq War veteran and author, will speak on "The Importance of the 2008 Election." Tickets are $30. For more information or reservations, call Loretta Miller at 920-3372.

Tuesday Night Westerns, 7 p.m., LaPrade Library, 9000 Hull Street Road. Join hosts Harry Daniel and Tom Wyatt for classic western movies. "Hell Fire Austin" with Ken Maynard and "Adventures of Red Ryder" with Don "Red" Berry, chapters 2 and 3, will be featured. For more information, call 276- 7755.

 

CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder) support group monthly meeting, 7:30 p.m., Bon Air Presbyterian Church, 9201 W. Huguenot Road. For more information, call 379-6706 or 423- 6332.

Traditional Hispanic Dancing, 7:30-9 p.m., each Tuesday through Oct. 21, Bensley Community Building, 2900 Drewry's Bluff Road. This beginner course is a fun way to exercise and learn Latin moves. Cost is $20. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information or to register, call Mr. Rosales at 307-8891.

Wed., Sept. 17

Arthritis and How to Live with It, 10 a.m., Dunlop House, 235 Dunlop Farms Blvd. Guest speaker Phyllis Chester will provide helpful hints on how to cope. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 520- 0050.

A Preschooler's First Look at Snakes, 10-11 a.m., Rockwood Nature Center, 3401 Courthouse Road. Three gentle, non-venomous local snakes will be introduced. Part of the Exploring Nature with Small Hands Series for 3- and 4-year olds. Cost is $4/child, and a parent or guardian must accompany each child (at no charge). For more information, or to register, call Denise Flora at 674-1629.

LOOKING AHEAD... Thurs., Sept. 18

Career and Technical Education Advisory Committee meeting, 8 a.m., Chesterfield Technical Center, 10101 Courthouse Road. This Chesterfield County Public Schools committee meeting is open to the public. For more information, call 768-6165.

A Preschooler's First Look at Snakes, 10-11 a.m., Rockwood Nature Center, 3401 Courthouse Road. See listing under Sept. 17. For more information, or to register, call Denise Flora at 674-1629.

Have a special event coming up? Please e-mail your calendar items to calendar@ chesterfieldobserver.com, mail them to P.O. Box 1616, Midlothian VA 23113, or fax them to 744-3269. Please include a contact name and number with your announcements.