Improve brain function and quality of life

Improve brain function and quality of life

In the Spotlight

Maintain Your Brain: How to Live a Healthy Lifestyle, Wed., Oct. 22, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Midlothian Library, 521 Coalfield Road. Learn to improve how the brain works and make lifestyle changes to extend quality of life. Presented by the Alzheimer's Association Greater Richmond Chapter. Refreshments will be served. No registration is required. Part of the Get in the Know series for adults ages 55 and older. Sponsored by the Friends of Chesterfield County Public Library and Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, call 717-6381.

Wed., Oct. 15

MOMS Club of Midlothian South monthly meeting, 10 a.m., Clover Hill Baptist Church, 3100 Courthouse Road. For more information, visit www.south.midlomomsclub.com or e-mail alison@thereignings.com.

SAFE annual community meeting, 7-8:30 p.m., WCVE Public Broadcasting Studio, 23 Sesame St. People of all ages are invited to share their ideas about preventing substance abuse in the community. SAFE is Chesterfield County's community coalition to prevent substance abuse. For more information or to reserve a seat, call 796-7100.

Thurs., Oct. 16

Business seminar, registration and breakfast at 7:30 a.m., program from 8-10 a.m., John Tyler Community College, Chester campus, Nicholas Student Center, 13101 Jefferson Davis Highway. This seminar, "Referral Magic: Proven Ways to Capture More Sales and Repeat Business," will be presented by author and marketing expert Tony Rubleski from Mind Capture Group. Cost is $35. Co-sponsored by the Chesterfield County Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call 748-6364 or e-mail admin@chesterfieldchamber.com.

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.

Disability Awareness Information Day, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Chesterfield Towne Center (in front of the old Dillard's store). Local agencies and organizations will be on hand to provide information about services and programs for people with physical and sensory disabilities. Free and open to the public. For details, contact Debbie Leidheiser at 768-7878 or CDSB@chesterfield.gov.

Getting Out of Debt and Minimizing Holiday Debt, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Chesterfield County Cooperative Extension Office, 6807 Mimms Loop. This workshop will offer tips on setting financial goals, building and monitoring a budget, reducing debt and minimizing holiday debt. Free and open to the public. For more information or to register, call 751- 4401.

A First Look at Animals of the Night, 10-11 a.m., Rockwood Nature Center, 3401 Courthouse Road. Part of the Exploring Nature with Small Hands series for children ages 3-4. 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.

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.

Babysitting training, 6-8 p.m., each Thursday through Oct. 30, LaPrade Library, 9000 Hull Street Road. This American Red Cross class will teach youths, ages 11-15, the knowledge and skills needed to care for infants and school-age children. Cost is $65. For more information, call Jackie Maclin, 748-1123.

Couples dessert and coffee, 7 p.m., 13509 E. Boundary Road, Suite D. Come hear about men's ministry happenings in the area. Sponsored by Noble Warriors. For more information or to register, call 365-8683 or visit www..noblewarriors.org.

Microsoft Publisher class, 7-8 p.m., Bon Air Library, 9103 Rattlesnake Road. Learn how Microsoft Publisher can help you easily create, customize and publish materials such as newsletters, brochures, flyers and catalogs. Previous experience with either Word or Excel is required. Register online at www.library.chesterfield.gov or call 320-2461.

Fri., Oct. 17

Computer Help Session, 2-3:30 p.m., Central Library, 9501 Lori Road. Get oneon one computer assistance during informal drop-in sessions. No registration is required. For more information, call 748-1603.

Professional Singles Association (PSA) social hour, 5:30 p.m., The Boathouse, 4602 Millridge Parkway. PSA provides social activities in a comfortable environment for single men and women ages 50 and older. For more information, call Sue at 536-1695 or visit www.psaofrichmond.com.

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., Oct. 18

5K Eagle Challenge, 7 a.m. registration, 8 a.m. race, 9:30 a.m. children's fun run, Saint Edward-Epiphany School, 10710 West Huguenot Road. Race registration is $20. Proceeds benefit the school. For more information or to register, visit www.rrrc.org or www.eagle5k.com or e-mail mcarreras@eagle5K.com.

Salem Middle School yard sale, 7:30 a.m.-noon, Salem Middle School, 9700 Salem Church Road. For more information, call 768- 6225 or e-mail jaime_stacy@ccpsnet.net.

Third Annual Wide Open Doors Conference, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sun., Oct. 19, 9 a.m.-noon, Woolridge Road Church, 5130 Woolridge Road. This conference on disabilities features workshops for families, professionals, people with disabilities and the community. For more information or to register, call 639-4777 or visit www.woolridgeroad.org.

Success Small Business Symposium, 8:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Mt. Gilead Full Gospel Ministries, 2501 Mt. Gilead Blvd. Co-sponsored by the Small Business Administration, the purpose of the symposium is to develop an educational and resource-partner relationship between the U.S. Small Business Administration and the faith-based community. Free and open to the public. For more information or to register, contact James Williams, 771-2400 ext. 123.

Revisit: Our History, registration at 9 a.m., program from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., John Tyler Community College, Chester campus, Nicholas Student Center, 13101 Jefferson Davis Highway. The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia and John Tyler Community College will sponsor this author and speaker symposium to explore the area's rich history. Admission is free, but registration is required. For more information or to register, call 777- 9663 or visit www.chesterfieldhistory.com.

Craft bazaar, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Bethia United Methodist Church, 10700 Winterpock Road. Shop for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas! Rain or shine. Sponsored by the Bethia United Methodist Women. For more information, call 608-8327.

Basic dog obedience, 10-11 a.m., each Saturday through Nov. 8, 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.

Information Chesterfield: Health and Wellness, 10-11 a.m., Ettrick-Matoaca Library, 4501 River Road. Learn how to find consumer health information using electronic databases and the Internet. For more information or to register, call 526-8087 or visit www.library.chesterfield.gov.

Midlothian Village Day Festival and Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Midlothian Middle School, 13501 Midlothian Turnpike. Sponsored by the Midlothian Junior Woman's Club, this annual event includes a craft fair, games, inflatables, food, entertainment, community booths and silent auction. The event begins with a parade on Midlothian Turnpike sponsored by the South of the James Jaycees. For more information, visit www.midlothianfestival.net.

Wilderness Survival Adventures, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m., Pocahontas State Park Amphitheater, 10301 State Park Road. Spend five minutes or five hours with Vickie Shufer, one of Virginia's authorities on surviving in nature through the use of native plants for food, shelter, tools and medicinal purposes. Free. For more information, call 796-4255.

Historic Tour of Mid-Lothian Mines, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Mid-Lothian Mines Park, 13301 N. Woolridge Road. Take a tour and learn about the vast mining history that abounded in Midlothian from 1703 to 1942. Free and open to the public. Space is limited. For more information or to register, call 751-4946.

Get Your Scare On!, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Bon Air Library, 9103 Rattlesnake Road. Learn to draw goblins, ghouls and monsters as Forrest Young demonstrates how easy it is to create creepy characters and scary scenes. For middle and high school students. All supplies are furnished by the artist. Part of National Teen Read Week. Registration is required. Register online at www.library.chesterfield.gov or call 320-2461.

Compiled by Anne Dalton

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