Chesterfield Jaycees to host Rainbow of Arts

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Rainbow of Arts, Saturday, Sept. 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Rockwood Park, 3401 Courthouse Road. This 31st annual arts and crafts event is cosponsored by the Chesterfield Jaycees and Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation. Enjoy exhibits from art and craft vendors, live music, food, entertainment for the whole family and more. For more information, visit www.chesterfieldjaycees.com or call 497-4600.

Wed., Sept. 17

Chesterfield Women's League monthly meeting, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Foxfire Club House, 5536 Fox Light Parkway. Guest speaker Brian T. Hennaman will speak about financial and investment issues of concern to women and families. Women interested in becoming members and guests are always welcome. For information, call Susan at 378-8004 or DeAnna at 739-5803.

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. Three gentle, non-venomous local snakes will be introduced. Part of the Exploring Nature with Small Hands series for 3-4 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.

Pinochle Card Group, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., each Wednesday, Bensley Community Building, 2900 Drewry's Bluff Road. New players always welcome. For more information, call 275-5321.

Book discussion group, 11 a.m.-noon, Clover Hill Library, 6701 Deer Run Drive. "People of the Book" by Geraldine Brooks will be discussed. For more information, call 318-8668.

Bon Air-Manchester - Midlothian (BAMM) Lions Club meeting, 6 p.m. social, 6:30 p.m. dinner meeting, Holiday Inn Select, 1021 Koger Center Blvd. The Lions Club supports sight, hearing and other local charitable causes. Prospective new members are welcome to attend. For more information or reservations, call Lion Bill Daniels at 272-7673 or visit www.bammva.lionwap.org.

Pruning Small Trees, 7-8:30 p.m., Midlothian Library, 521 Coalfield Road. Learn proper pruning techniques. Free. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Cooperative Extension. For more information or to register, call 751-4401.

Fri., Sept. 19

Official Practice GED test, 9 a.m.-noon, Capital Area Workforce Center, 7333 White Pine Road. This practice test will help determine readiness for the actual test or the need for prep classes. Free. Limited seating. For more information or to register, call 271- 8510.

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.

Alcoholics Anonymous weekly meeting, 1 p.m., CJW Medical Center, Johnston-Willis campus, Atrium Conference Room, 1401 Johnston-Willis Drive. A program for people who want to stop drinking or need support on the road to recovery. For information, call 330-2000.

Concert, 6:30 p.m., Dunlop House, 235 Dunlop Farms Blvd. The 10 & 11 Duo will perform music from the big band era. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 520-0050.

Greyhound Meet and Greet, 7-8:30 p.m., PetSmart, 1276 Car Mia Way. Find out how you can adopt your own retired greyhound racer. Come and talk with volunteers and meet some hounds during this event sponsored by Greyhound Pets of America's Richmond chapter. For more information, visit www.greyhoundsvirginia.com.

Sat., Sept. 20

Paying for College Workshop, 10-11:30 a.m., Matoaca High School, 17700 Longhouse Lane. This workshop is open to any student and parent or guardian in the Fourth District who is interested in gaining information on planning and paying for college. Sponsored by Congressman Randy Forbes and the Sallie Mae Fund. To register, visit www.salliemaefund.org. For more information, call 526-4969.

Publick Days, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 21, Henricus Historical Park, 251 Henricus Park Road. Be part of the annual celebration of the 1611 founding of the Citie of Henricus. Enjoy military reenactments, Indian activities, historical children's games and more. Admission fee is $6/adults, $4/children ages 3-12. Additional fees for crafts. For more information, call 706-1340 or visit www.henricus.org.

The Cemetery Inventory Process of the Chesterfield Historical Society, 11 a.m.- noon, Magnolia Grange, 10020 Iron Bridge Road. Join Rachel Lipowicz as she discusses how the historical society locates, researches and documents cemeteries in the county. Free. For more information or to register, call 777- 9663.

Saturday Night Cruise-in, 5-9:30 p.m., each Saturday through September, Hardee's, 1901 W. Hundred Road (Exit 61A off I-95). These antique and classic car cruise-ins are sponsored by Southern Knights Cruisers. Features DJs playing 1950-70s music and more. For more information, contact Larry Allen at 530-2855, John Newton at 526-4267 or Wayne Balch at 530-2225 or visit www.southernknightscruisers.com.

Sun., Sept. 21

Pet adoptions, noon-3 p.m., PetSmart, 1276 Car Mia Way. Adopt a new pet during this adoption event sponsored by the Richmond Animal League. For more information, visit www.ral.org.

Ski Xtravanganza, 2-6 p.m., 1245 Sycamore Square. Skiers and snowboarders can kick off a new season at this annual event hosted by the Richmond Ski Club. Learn what's new on the slopes with trip displays, mountain resorts and the latest gear and apparel. Includes food, beverages and live music. Free and open to all. For more information, visit www.RichmondSkiClub.org.

Mon., Sept. 22

Brown Bag Page Turners, 1-2 p.m., Central Library, 9501 Lori Road. "Away" by Amy Bloom will be discussed. For more information, call 748-1603.

Tues., Sept. 23

Tuesday Night Westerns, 7 p.m., LaPrade Library, 9000 Hull Street Road. Join hosts Harry Daniel and Tom Wyatt for classic western movies. "South of Arizona" with Charles Starrett and "Adventures of Red Ryder" with Don "Red" Barry, chapters 4 and 5 will be featured. For more information, call 276-7755.

Dale District community meeting, 7 p.m., Meadowbrook High School, 4901 Cogbill Road. Guest speaker Larry Haake, Chesterfield County registrar, will discuss this year's election. For more information, call 748-1211 or visit www.chesterfield.gov.

Wed., Sept. 24

Rotary Club of James River weekly meeting, 7:30 a.m., Joe's Inn at Bon Air, 6212 Buford Road. For more information, call Gary Powers at (703) 786-8226.

Pinochle Card Group, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., each Wednesday, Bensley Community Building, 2900 Drewry's Bluff Rd. New players always welcome. For more information, call 275-5321.

Get in the Know: K-9 Alert-Search and Rescue Dogs, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Midlothian Library, 521 Coalfield Road. Scott Schumann and his dog, "Jazz," will talk about their role during a search and rescue and demonstrate some of their equipment and skills. Refreshments will be served, and no registration is required. This program is recommended for adults ages 55 and older. Sponsored by the Friends of Chesterfield County Public Library and the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, call 717-6381.

Board of supervisors meeting, 3 p.m., Public Meeting Room, County Administration Bldg., 10001 Iron Bridge Rd. For more information, call 748-1200.

Alzheimer's Association Caregiver support group monthly meeting, 6 p.m., Dunlop House, 235 Dunlop Farms Blvd. This group provides information about Alzheimer's disease. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 520-0050.

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