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Come join us for the grand reopening of the Williamson Farmhouse. Join us for an evening of Chesapeake Arboretum history, bluegrass music, cow friends, a cow costume contest, ice cream on the lawn, and more!
Come join the Back Bay Amateur Astronomers (BBAA) for our monthly public solar viewing event! This event is one of the few ways to safely view oure closest star! We will have the equipment to allow safe, enjoyable solar viewing […]
Welcome to the newest old farmers market in Chesapeake at the beautiful Battlefield Park South by the Great Bridge Bridge on the Intracoastal Waterway! Seasonal produce, fresh meats, sourdough, sauces, honey and jams, baked treats, microgreens, soaps, candles, jewelry, and […]
Create your very own masterpiece by following easy step-by-step instructions. Juice and a light snack will be provided. All painting supplies are included in the class fee. $25 Age 8 - 15
Salamanders have some of the most incredible adaptations in the animal world. They are masters of mucus - using it as an incredible defense mechanism to shield themselves and their eggs from harm. They can also use it to attack […]
The Conquer The Canal Time Trial is a VCA BAR Event as well as the second race in the Mid-Atlantic TT (MATT) Series. The event will be held rain or shine. The course is a flat,12 mile out-and-back time trial. […]
Family, friends, and neighbors are cordially invited to come and celebrate Bike Month with the Chesapeake Bicycle and Trails Advisory Committee and Chesapeake Parks, Recreation and Tourism. Join us for a wonderful afternoon filled with giveaways, a food truck, and bike-related vendors. […]
During this hands-on program, you will learn the basics of starting your campfire. In this program you will get hands on experience picking out fire starting materials, building the proper foundation, and starting your campfire. At the end of this […]
Free public Skywatch, everyone is welcome to attend. Star and planet watching will begin around sunset. For those who would like some help with new telescopes or just want to learn how telescopes work, come early, about 60 minutes before […]
Learn how to catch a crab using handline, bait, and net! We will discuss Blue Crab biology, hand out supplies, then spread out along the fishing pier to do some crabbing. Handlines are yours to keep at the conclusion of […]
Join us for a family-friendly program where we explore local history on a bike! May is National Bike Month and National Historic Preservation Month. We encourage participants to bring their own bikes and personal safety equipment. This program is limited […]
Listen around you for the springtime songs! Learn about our spring migrant birds, build a bird nest, and finish with a feather craft. $10 per child. Nature Academy in Nature's Classroom is a monthly outdoor class for kids ages 5 […]
Join us as our park naturalists lead us through the Chesapeake Arboretum. All ages are welcome to enjoy! Dress for the weather. Tour is Free and open to the public, Registration is required. Registration opens April 30 to May 29.
Come join the Back Bay Amateur Astronomers (BBAA) for our monthly public solar viewing event! This event is one of the few ways to safely view oure closest star! We will have the equipment to allow safe, enjoyable solar viewing […]
Model trains and track displays will be presented for train lovers of all ages. The Cape Henry Model "A" Ford club will be offering rides from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Enjoy model train layouts from Tidewater O Gauge Association […]
Free public Skywatch, everyone is welcome to attend. Star and planet watching will begin around sunset. For those who would like some help with new telescopes or just want to learn how telescopes work, come early, about 60 minutes before […]
Learn how to catch a crab using handline, bait, and net! We will discuss Blue Crab biology, hand out supplies, then spread out along the fishing pier to do some crabbing. Handlines are yours to keep at the conclusion of […]
Come join the Back Bay Amateur Astronomers (BBAA) for our monthly public solar viewing event! This event is one of the few ways to safely view oure closest star! We will have the equipment to allow safe, enjoyable solar viewing […]