Take a look back at historical 1750 courthouse

In the Spotlight

History of Chesterfield Courthouse: Snapshots of Our Past, Sat., Nov. 15, 11 a.m.-noon, Chesterfield Museum, 6813 Mimms Loop. Join Brian Truzzie and look at the history surrounding the original 1750 courthouse. Free, but reservations are suggested. Part of the Celebrate Chesterfield Lecture series. Sponsored by the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, call 777-9663.

Thurs., Nov. 13 

Intermediate Bridge Club, 9 a.m.-noon, every Thursday, Bensley Community Building, 2900 Drewry's Bluff Road. New intermediate players are welcome to join. For more information, call Joyce Wenberg at 275-5842.

Gardening for Winter Interest, 10 a.m.-noon, Church of Our Saviour, 4000 Stigall Drive. The landscape can be just as appealing in winter as in other seasons. This program will provide great ideas for winter garden gazing. For adults age 50 and older. Sponsored by the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, call Catie Horne at 767-6295.

Books & Bites Book Discussion Group, 10:30-11:30 a.m., LaPrade Library, 9000 Hull Street Road. "Tess of the D'Urbervilles" by Thomas Hardy will be discussed. For more information, call 276-7755.

Is Capital Punishment Justified?, noon-1 p.m., John Tyler Community College, Chester campus, 13101 Jefferson Davis Highway, Bird Hall, Room B132. Guest speaker is Professor Anthony Ellis, chair of Virginia Commonwealth University's philosophy department. Part of the Philosophy for Lunch series. Free and open to the community. For more information, contact Dr. Basil Smith at bsmith01@jtcc.edu or 706-5247.

John Tyler Community College Board of Directors meeting, 3 p.m., John Tyler Community College, Chester campus, 13101 Jefferson Davis Highway, Bird Hall, Room B123. A sign-up sheet will be made available 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the meeting for those persons interested in addressing the board. For more information, call 594-1530.

Visual and Performing Arts Specialty Center Open House, 7 p.m., Thomas Dale High School, 3626 W. Hundred Road. The center will hold an open house for eighthgrade students and their parents. For more information, call 768-6245.

Motivators Toastmasters, 7:15-8:30 p.m., Central Library, 9501 Lori Road. Develop and improve your communication and leadership skills. For more information, e-mail info@motivators.freetoasthost.com or call Paul at 605-1317.

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

Fri., Nov. 14

Meadowdale Library dedication, 3 p.m., Meadowdale Library, 4301 Meadowdale Blvd. The public is invited to the dedication ceremony of the new library. For more information, call 318-8778.

Dino-Mite Party, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Mayes- Colbert Ettrick Community Building, 20400 Laurel Road. Enjoy a dinosaur-themed party for ages 2-10, including crafts, games and refreshments. Cost is $2. Sponsored by the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, call Tonya Branch at 526-5596.

Middle School Madness, 7-10 p.m., Chester Family YMCA, 3011 W. Hundred Road. Kids can play games, go swimming, watch movies and purchase pizza. For grades 6-8. $8/member, $16/community member (Community memberships are $25/individual, $50/family). For more information, call Matt, 748-9622 ext. 41.

Sat., Nov. 15

Theatre auditions, 11 a.m., Chesterfield Children's Theatre, 3600 North St. Children of all ages who act, sing or dance are needed to fill the roles of various fairy tale characters for the Chesterfield Children's Theatre upcoming production of "Princess Christmas Follies." For more information, call 691-7235.

PurpleBowl Richmond! Bowl-A-Thon, 12:30 p.m., King Pin Lanes, 200 Otterdale Road. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is hosting this event to raise awareness and funds. Cost is $25 for three games and shoe rental. A silent auction, bake sale and raffle will also be held. For more information, contact Wendy Melara at wmelara@pancanvolunteer.org or visit www.pancan.org/purplebowlrichmond.

Central Virginia Men's Chorus Invitational, 3 p.m., Monacan High School, 11501 Smoketree Drive. About 90 young men from Richmond and northern Virginia will take part in this second annual concert. For more information, call Nate Miller at 378-2480 ext. 226.

Sun., Nov. 16

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.

Auditions, 6 p.m. See listing under Nov. 15.

Mon., Nov. 17

Auditions, 6 p.m. See listing under Nov. 15.

Humanities Specialty Center Open House, 7 p.m., Monacan High School, 11501 Smoketree Drive. The center will hold an open house for eighth-grade students and their parents. For more information, call 378-2480.

Chick Lit Book Discussion Group, 7-8 p.m., LaPrade Library, 9000 Hull Street Road. "Don't Make a Scene" by Valerie Block will be discussed. For more information, call 276- 7755.

Tues., Nov. 18

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

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.

African Safari Adventures, 10:30 a.m.- noon, Chester Library, 11800 Centre Street. Experience the Serengeti Plains, meet people of the Maasai Tribe and see the beautiful national parks of Tanzania with Dr. Sandra Guerard as she presents her slide travelogue. Refreshments will be served. Part of the Get In The Know series 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.

Editorial Freelancers Association's Central Virginia chapter meeting, 10 a.m., H&R Block District Office, 10800 Midlothian Turnpike. Laurance G. Burke, H&R Block certified public accountant, will speak. All editorial professionals, members and non-members, are welcome. For more information, contact April Michelle Davis at 883-7480.

Book discussion group, 11 a.m.-noon, Enon Library, 1801 Enon Church Road. "Queen of Broken Hearts" by Cassandra King will be discussed. For more information, call 530-3403.

Book discussion group, 7-8 p.m., Ettrick-Matoaca Library, 4501 River Road. "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting by in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich will be discussed. For more information, call 526-8087.

Wed., Nov. 19

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.

Salisbury Garden Club monthly meeting, 9:30 a.m. social, 10 a.m. meeting, Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 2341 Winterfield Road. Speaker Kristi Knight of Flower Girls, Inc. will discuss holiday wreath designs. Guests are welcome. For more information, call Kim Benson at 594-0175.

Chesterfield Women's League monthly meeting, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Foxfire Club House, 5536 Fox Light Parkway. Ann Doll, local cosmetician, will speak on the use of skin care products and cosmetics. For information, call Susan at 378-8004 or DeAnna at 739-5803.

MOMS Club of Midlothian North monthly meeting, 10 a.m., Bethlehem Baptist Church, 9600 Midlothian Turnpike. Support group for stay-at-home moms. For more information, contact 403-3829 or mleetjeffs@peoplepc.com or visit www.north.midlomomsclub.com

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

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

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 Janet Fox, 519-1008, or visit www.district66.org.

Divorce Recovery Support Group, 7-9:30 p.m. every Wednesday, Bethia United Methodist Church, 10700 Winterpock Road. Support group for separated or divorced people. For more information, visit www.divorcecare.org.

Book discussion group, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Midlothian Library, 521 Coalfield Road. "A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius" by Dave Eggers will be discussed. For more information, call 794-7907.

Complied by Anne Dalton

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