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The City's Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities provides leisure time projects, programs and activities for the enjoyment of Richmond residents of all ages, from athletics and aquatics to activities for seniors and programs in art, dance and crafts.
Community Centers are located throughout the City and offer programs of interest for citizens of all ages, from the tiny pre-school aged participant to the senior citizen. Programs range from arts and crafts to sports and fitness opportunities.  Many neighborhood groups, clubs and associations use our community centers for meeting space. Additionally, Adult Enrichment Classes are offered at many centers. The classes give adults an opportunity to acquire a new skill or talent for a very reasonable fee.
Our community centers are divided into three districts, North/East, South/Broad Rock and South/West. During the school year, most centers are open from 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. weekdays. All centers are closed on Sundays and holidays. Programs and activities vary by location. However, all centers offer the following program opportunities:
- Cultural Enrichment
Examples include: Arts & Crafts, music, dance and drama.
- Health and Physical Education
Examples include: Health education projects and discussions, weight lifting, boxing, aerobic dancing, relay races, swimming lessons, basketball, softball, soccer, football games and tournaments.
- Social Recreation
Examples include: Parties, dances, chess clubs, etc.
- Recreation Personal & Educational Development
Examples include: Homework assistance, computer skills, employability skills training, independent living classes, court-ordered community service, referrals to and from schools, courts and mental health agencies.
- Citizenship and Leadership Development
Examples Include: Voter registration drives, community service projects, intergenerational programs and advisory groups.
- Outdoor and Environmental Education
Examples include: Gardening, community litter/trash removal campaign, care of animals and wildlife, camping and wilderness trips.
Area residents are encouraged to visit our centers, meet the staff and explore the opportunities we have waiting for them to enjoy and participate in. If you need assistance in matters relating to the operations of our community centers, recreation programs, or facilities, please contact the staff at our centers or call our customer service representative at (804) 646-5733.
Community Center Phone Numbers
| North East Community Centers |
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- Battery Park Community Center
2803 Dupont Circle Map |
(804) 646-0944 |
- Calhoun Community Center
436 Calhoun Street Map | (804) 646-4083 |
- Chimborazo Community Center
3000 East Marshall Street Map | (804) 646-0029 |
- Creighton Court Community Center
2101 Creighton Road Map | (804) 646-4511 |
- Highland Park-Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center
3300 First Avenue Map | (804) 646-4824 |
- Hillside Court Community Center
1500 Harwood Street Map | (804) 646-8269 |
- Hotchkiss Community Center
701 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Map | (804) 646-4466 |
- Mosby Community Center
1000 Mosby Street Map | (804) 646-0029 |
- Pine Camp Community Center
4901 Old Brook Road Map | (804) 646-3672 |
- Powhatan Community Center
5051 Northhampton Street Map | (804) 646-0973 |
- Whitcomb Court Community Center
2302 Carmine Street Map | (804) 646-2988 |
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| South Broad Rock Community Centers | |
- Bellemeade Community Center
1800 Lynhaven Avenue Map | (804) 646-8235 |
- Blackwell Community Center
300 East 15th Street Map | (804) 646-8630 |
- Broad Rock Community Center
4615 Ferguson Lane Map | (804) 646-8824 |
- Hickory Hill Community Center
3000 East Belt Blvd Map | (804) 646-7934 |
- T.B. Smith Community Center
2015 Ruffin Road Map | (804) 646-8490 |
- Westover Community Center
1301 Jahnke Road Map | (804) 646-8995 |
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| South West Community Centers | |
- Fisher Community Center
3701 Garden Road Map | (804) 646-5609 |
- Humphrey Calder Community Center
414 N. Thompson Map | (804) 646-1780 |
- Randolph Community Center
1415 Grayland Avenue Map | (804) 646-1080 |
- Reid Community Center
1301 Whitehead Road Map | (804) 646-0152 |
- Thompson Community Center
7825 Forest Hill Avenue Map | (804) 646-1209 |
- Westhampton Community Center
5800 Patterson Avenue Map | (804) 646-1113 |
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Volunteers Needed
Community centers always need volunteers to help with youth programs or to share their skills by teaching arts and crafts, music, dance, or other programs. If you would like to volunteer, call your local community center and ask to speak to the center supervisor.
Watch Channel 17 - We’re on the Air
Keep up with current announcements of programs, trips, classes and special events. Watch the cable channel and catch up on what you’re missing.
Inclement Weather/Holidays
Always call ahead, when possible, during the stormy fall and winter seasons, as many activities and events may be cancelled due to snow or ice. Also many classes will not meet on holidays or if centers and schools are closed due to weather conditions.
Summer Meals for Kids Program
All community centers provide FREE breakfast and lunch daily, Monday - Friday, during the summer, to youth through age 18. The department administers a federally-funded summer food service program which provides meals at centers and playgrounds, in addition to coordinating service to other agencies and organizations throughout the city.
Agencies or organizations interested in receiving additional information or participating in the Summer Meals for Kids Program should contact us at (804) 646-5713.
Community Center Advisory Council
The Advisory Council consists of neighborhood or area residents who offer advice and help with local community center programs and activities. Any person interested in participating on an Advisory Council should simply visit the nearest community center and offer to work with the Advisory Council.
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