October 2009
News from Parks and Recreation
Scarecrow building is a popular annual activity.
  • Don’t miss events!
  • From the Fall Activities Brochure:

    Harvest Festival featuring the Haunted Forest and Scarecrow Stuffing!
    Saturday, October 17, 2 - 8 p.m., $3/car parking fee
    Scarecrow Stuffing, 2 - 6 p.m., $17/scarecrow
    Haunted Forest, 6 - 8 p.m.
    Chickahominy Riverfront Park
    Live music, art and craft vendors, a Farmer’s Market, scarecrow making, a costume contest, pumpkin bowling
    and more. Stay for the Haunted Forest if you dare!
    Info: 259-5353.

    Orienteering/Day Hike for all ages
    Saturday, October 24, 1 - 4 p.m.
    $20; $15 for JC/W residents
    Freedom Park
    Learn how to find your way in and out of the woods and camping survival techniques. Info: 259-3200.

    Learn to Swim Programs
    Open registration October 26 - November 15
    Register for your next class during this two week period. If you’re unsure of your or your child’s swimming level, FREE swim evaluations will be held at the JCWCC, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. November 3 and November 11. Info: 259-4185.

  • Need information on JCC Sports and Athletic events and activities? Check out the Parks and Recreation’s new County Sports and Athletics web site. The site provides information on league teams and rosters, schedules, game results as well as coaches’ information, all sports registration forms and policies and procedures. Info: 259-5355.
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