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The People of Pocahontas: Skills and Life Ways, Sat., Nov. 1, and Sun., Nov. 2, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Henricus Historical Park, 251 Henricus Park Road. Learn about the skills that enabled the Virginia Indians to flourish and how sharing their knowledge ensured the colonists' chances for survival. Cost is $6/adults, $4/children, children under age 2 admitted free. For more information, call 706-1340 or visit www.henricus.org.

Thurs., Oct. 30

 

Can drive, 6:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., and same time, Fri., Oct. 31, Midlothian High School, 401 Charter Colony Parkway. The Midlothian High School robotics team will collect aluminum cans in the school's parking lot as a fundraiser. For more information, e-mail Nancy Lee at nancy_lee@ccpsnet.net.

Foot seminar, registration and refreshments, 5:45 p.m., presentation, 6-7 p.m., Foot & Ankle Center, 1465 Johnston-Willis Drive (on the campus of CJW Medical Center). Join physicians Mitchell Waskin and Jeffrey Frost to learn about common foot problems and how to prevent and treat them. For more information or to register, call 320-FOOT (3668) or visit www.320-FOOT.com.

Look Good…Feel Better, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hawthorne Cancer Resource Center, 1459 Johnston-Willis Drive. This two-hour, handson group workshop includes a 12-step skin care and makeup program with demonstrations on how to use wigs, turbans, scarves and hats to help women cope with the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Free cosmetic kit provided. Free. For more information or to register, call 527-3778.

Come Home Alive, 7 p.m., Meadowbrook High School, 4901 Cogbill Road. Come Home Alive is a teen-driver awareness program for 10th-grade students and parents. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Public Schools. For more information, call Rosalie Ashcraft, 594-1762.

Television broadcast, 8-8:30 p.m., WCVE Richmond PBS and WHTJ Charlottesville PBS. Two presidential election forums at Cosby High School will be spotlighted on "Virginia Currents." For more information, call 748-1405.

Al-Anon weekly meeting, 8 p.m., CJW Medical Center, Johnston-Willis campus, Main Auditorium, 1401 Johnston-Willis Drive. A support program for people who have been affected by someone else's drinking. For more information, call 330-2000.

Fri., Oct. 31

Costume potluck, 11:30 a.m., Church of Our Saviour, 4000 Stigall Drive. Dress in costume and bring a favorite dish to share. Nonperishable foods will be collected for a local food bank. For adults ages 50 and older. Sponsored by the Chesterfield Senior Center, in partnership with the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Department. For information or to register, call 767-6295.

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.

Halloween celebration, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Dunlop House, 235 Dunlop Farms Blvd. Join the residents and celebrate Halloween with plenty of tricks and treats. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 520-0050.

Halloween Fun at the Nature Center, 3-5 p.m., Rockwood Nature Center, 3401 Courthouse Road. Come in costume to trickor treat at the nature center. There will be games, prizes and goodies for kids (and pets) of all ages. Free. For more information, call 674-1629.

Sat., Nov. 1

Fall Arts and Crafts Fair, 9 a.m-3 p.m., Clover Hill High School, 13900 Hull Street Road. This annual event features 100 artists and crafters selling holiday gifts, decorations, baked goods and more! Benefits the school's athletic association. For information and space availability, contact Karen Herceg at chcraftfair@gmail.com or 739-6457.

Art show, during library hours through Nov. 29, Chester Library, 11800 Centre Street. Jeannie Cameron's show "Color My World," a collection of portraits, landscapes and seascapes, will be featured. A reception will take place on opening day from 3-4:30 p.m. Hosted by the Chesterfield Center for the Arts at Chester Foundation. For more information, call 748-6314.

Martial arts tournament, 10:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m., L.C. Bird High School, 10301 Courthouse Road. This event will feature participants of all ages competing in three different categories related to Tae Kwon Do. Tickets are $5. Proceeds benefit Children's Hospital Foundation. For more information, contact Dong's Karate at 747-6166.

Little Tikes Karate, 10:45-11:45 a.m., each Saturday through Dec. 20, 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.

Television broadcast, 5:30-6 p.m., WCVE Richmond PBS and WHTJ Charlottesville PBS. See listing under Oct. 30.

Sun., Nov. 2

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

Television broadcast, 12:30-1 p.m., WCVE Richmond PBS and WHTJ Charlottesville PBS. See listing under Oct. 30.

Third Annual Tea and Shopping Event, 1-4 p.m., The Grove Clubhouse, 508 Biggin Pond Road. Vendors will include Cindy's Scarves, Mary Kay, Stampin' Up, R-Ideas Jewelry, Tastefully Simple and Nature's Creations. Open to all. For more information, call Shelley Neofotistos at 897-8279.

College fair, 4:30-7 p.m., Midlothian High School, 401 Charter Colony Parkway. Over 100 college and university representatives are expected. For high school sophomores, juniors and seniors. Free. For more information, call 378-2440.

Mon., Nov. 3

Chesterfield Toastmasters meeting, 6:30- 8 p.m., LaPrade Library, 9000 Hull Street Road. Toastmasters International teaches public speaking and leadership skills. For more information, contact Janet Fox, 519-1008, or visit www.district66.org.

Book club meeting, 7 p.m., Meadowdale Library, 4003 Cogbill Road. "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen will be discussed. For more information, call 743-4842.

College fair, 7-8:30 p.m., John Tyler Community College, Chester campus, 13101 Jefferson Davis Highway. See listing under Nov. 2. For more information call 739-6230.

Tues., Nov. 4

Club Mom, 9-11 a.m., Chesterfield Towne Center, Huguenot Road and Midlothian Turnpike. Club Mom is an event designed for parents and young children. Silly Bus will be featured. Free. For more information, call 794-4660.

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) monthly meeting, 9:45 a.m., Bethia United Methodist Church, 10700 Winterpock Road. MOPS is a program for stay-at-home mothers of preschoolers. Childcare is provided at meetings. For more information, call 347-9901.

Midlothian Garden Club monthly meeting, 10:30 a.m., Bethel Baptist Church, 1100 Huguenot Springs Road. The meeting will feature an auction. For more information, call Alice Steele, 744-5392.

International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) Tri City chapter monthly meeting, 6 p.m., Enon Library, 1801 Enon Church Road. Guest speaker Patricia Booker of Priamerica will give a presentation on "How Money Works." For more information, call 748-1219.

Kiwanis Club of Chesterfield weekly meeting, 6:30 p.m., Independence Golf Club, 600 Founders Bridge Blvd. The mission of the Kiwanis Club is to serve the community, focusing on children and youth. For more information, visit www.kiwanisofchesterfield.org.

Wed., Nov. 5

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.

Chester Choices book club meeting, 10:30 a.m., Chester Library, 11800 Centre St. "People of the Book" by Geraldine Brooks will be discussed. For more information, call 748-6314.

Blood drive, 1-4 p.m., Bank of Virginia, 11730 Hull Street Road. Help save up to three lives. The mobile services vehicle will be located in the bank parking lot. For more information or to register, visit www.vablood.org.

Belly Dancing, 6:30-7:30 p.m. (intermediate), 7:40-8:40 p.m. (introduction), each Wednesday through Dec. 17, Bensley Community Building, 2900 Drewry's Bluff Road. This gentle, low-impact exercise features movement of the torso and arms, as well as traveling steps. For ages 14 and older. Cost is $25. Sponsored by Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information, call David Potter at 275-5321.

Compiled by Anne Dalton

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