Parks & Recreation
Fall - Winter 2015 Program Guide
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id you know that July is Parks and Recreation Month? Since
1985, America has celebrated July as the nation’s official
Park and Recreation Month. If you didn’t know, we are excited
to celebrate these 30 years with you! In 2009, the U.S. House of
Representatives officially mandated July as “Park and Recreation
Month.” This month we will be featuring several special events to
highlight the occasion and emphasize the important contribution
Parks and Recreation makes in our community. Each activity,
class, special event, park, playground and open space highlights
the benefits you can enjoy with Isle of Wight County Parks and
Recreation.
Summer Blast Summer Camp, located at Carrollton and Windsor
Elementary Schools is the perfect place for your kids to enjoy 8
weeks of summer fun! A new addition this year is the Summer Blast
Extended Camp that happens every Friday at Nike Park. There are
so many programs and activities to participate in this fall, make sure
you check your registration dates, you don’t want to miss a thing!
After you have registered for Fall Soccer and Youth Basketball for
the kids, don’t forget to take some time out for yourself, get together
some friends and sign up for Adult Men’s and Co-ed Softball you
will have a ball! Take in a Zumba class or join Fitness Bootcamp as
a way to get healthy and have fun. As the weather changes I know
you will be looking forward to taking a stroll through our walking
trails at Nike Park and Fort Huger.
The 2015 Isle of Wight County Fair held Thursday September
17th thru Sunday, September 20th is some of the best down home
fun you and your family can participate in! “Boots & Roots” is back
and better than ever this year! This award winning event features
Ag exhibits, motors sports, livestock, and National entertainment.
With the additions of the BIRDMAN show featuring a variety of Birds
performing amazing tricks and talents, the Start Dust Circus and
Thrill show featuring motorcycle dare devils, a giant space wheel,
performing dogs, juggling, aerialist, acrobats, and comedy routines
you won’t have a minute to catch your breath.
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We are offering you an opportunity to “FALL” in love with Parks
and Recreation this season! You can also visit our parks and enjoy
Movies in the Park at several locations and Family Bingo Night
(check listing for dates and times). As we continue to renovate
our spaces at Nike Park, beautify our community, and offer new
programs we hope you will find more reasons to spend your leisure
time with us.
Mark Furlo
Mark Furlo
Director of Parks and Recreation
Table of Contents
Message from the Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mission Statement:
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Facility Locations & Phone Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Facilities & Park Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Amenities Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Facility Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Otelia J. Rainey Center/Camptown Park/
Carrsville Elementary School Programs . . . . . . . . . . 8
Nike Park Programs & Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Smithfield and Isle of Wight Convention
& Visitors Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Your community partner in fun and wellness
Registration Information:
To see all the Parks and Recreation updates visit us
at www.iwus.net, under County Offices.
Brochure Disclaimer
The Isle of Wight County brochure is produced
twice yearly. Spring/Summer-Fall/Winter
The Isle of Wight County Department of Parks and
Recreation takes extensive measures to ensure that
the information presented is the most accurate and
recent information available. We appreciate any
feedback when an error is found and we apologize
for any inconvenience. Please be sure to inquire
about any specific program, activity changes or cancellations by contacting the main office for the most
up-to-date information.
School Disclaimer
The School Board of Isle of Wight County is not a
sponsor or affiliate of this organization/business,
and assumes no responsibility or liability for the
quality of services or operational procedures utilized.
Photo Credits
Department
of Parks
&
Recreation
Cover: Regine Edwards
County Staff
13036 Nike Park Road
Carrollton, VA 23314
Phone: 757-357-2291
Fax: 757-365-0112
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Facility
Locations
and
Numbers
Otelia J. Rainey Community Center/
Camptown Park
33457 Carver Rd, Franklin, VA 23851
Phone: 757-569-9810
Carrollton Nike Park
13036 Nike Park Rd, Carrollton, VA 23314
Phone: 757-357-2291
Fort Boykins Historic Park
7410 Fort Boykins Trail, Smithfield, VA 23430
Fort Huger Historic Park
15080 Talcott Terrace Smithfield, VA 23430
Heritage Park & Joel C. Bradshaw
Fairgrounds
21311 Courthouse Hwy, Windsor, VA 23487
Henry H. Bradby Park
(formerly Hardy District Park)
Tylers Beach Rd, Smithfield, VA 23430
Riverview Park
238 Washington St., Smithfield, VA 23430
Robinson Park
20 Duke St., Windsor, VA 23487
Tylers Beach Boat Ramp
15074 Tylers Beach Rd., Smithfield, VA 23430
Jones Creek Boat Ramp
21161 Boundary Rd., Carrollton, VA 23314
Town of Smithfield Facilities:
Waterworks Lake
4.5 acre lake off of Waterworks Road, a town permit
is required to fish. Please contact the Treasurer’s
Office at 757-365-4200
Windsor Castle Park
301 Jericho Rd, Smithfield, VA 23430
Phone: 757-365-9505
208-acre riverside park located in downtown
Smithfield
Isle of Wight County Athletic
Organizations and Contacts
Youth Athletic Associations
The following organizations provide additional
youth athletic opportunities. This list is provided as
a courtesy to the residents of Isle of Wight County.
These organizations are not affiliated with Isle of
Wight County Department of Parks and Recreation
nor are they endorsed by the Department.
American Legion Baseball
Contact Frank Falcon 757-357-6580
Galaxy Girls Travel Softball
www.galaxyfastpitch.org
Smithfield Recreation Association
Chris Kennedy 757-810-8463
www.smithfieldrec.org
Windsor Athletic Association
www.windsorathletic.com
Pop Warner Football
Contact Duke Van Selow 757-334-0702
Cheer Extreme Hampton Roads
www.cheerextreme.com or contact Kelly Bowers
757-560-5366
Smithfield Wrestling
smithfieldyouthwrestling.com 757-651-8523
Smithfield Soccer Club
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www.smithfieldsoccerclub.org
Facilities and Park Locations
County Parks and
Recreational Facilities
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Under Development
Fitness Equipment
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Amenities Chart
Historic Self Guided Tour
Public Beach
Bike Trails
Skate Park
Horseshoe Pits
Volleyball
Tennis Courts
Walking Trails
Restrooms
Marina
Fishing
Boat Ramps
Grills
Soccer Fields
Basketball Courts
Softball Field w/t Lights
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Blackwater River Park
Henry H. Bradby Park
Robinson Park
Riverview Park
Jones Creek Boat Ramp
Tylers Beach Boat Ramp
Fort Boykin Historic Park
Fort Huger Historic Park
Facilities
Picnic Shelters
Heritage Park
Picnic Tables
Nike Park
Playgrounds
Camptown Park &
Otelia J. Rainey
Community Center
Baseball/Softball Fields
Facility Rentals
Location
ResidentNon-Resident
Nike Park Recreation Hall (max 80)
Civic Groups-Meetings (2 hours) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30
Additional Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10
Program/Banquet (3 hours) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $85
Additional Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15
Tables and Chairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25
Otelia J. Rainey Center (max 40)
Civic Groups-Meetings (2 hours) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30
Additional Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10
Program/Banquet (3 hours) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $85
Additional Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15
Softball Fields
(Nike Park, Riverview & Camptown Parks)
Full Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $80
Half Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50
Use of Lights (Nike Park Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45
Field Drag (no lines) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15
Field Drag (with lines) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25
(Please call for tournament rates)
Picnic Shelters
Nike Park
Shelter A-6 tables under shelter, 8 tables surrounding, 2 charcoal grills, elec. available
50 people or less . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50
51-200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $90
200-250 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $130 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $130
Picnic Area B-8 tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25
No shelter, no elec. available, 3 charcoal grills
In a wooded area
Camptown Park
Max 100 people, elec. available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50
Fort Boykins
50 people or less . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50
(Please call for shelter rentals exceeding the stated numbers)
Electricity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15
Please call 757-357-2291 for any other rentals to include, soccer field usage, large groups and
special events in the parks. Reservations must be made 7 days ahead of the event.
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Programs,
Events
and Classes
Carrsville Elementary School
5355 Carrsville Highway | Carrsville, VA 23315
Program: Kangaroo Kidz Before and After
School Program
Kangaroo Kidz is a great place for kidz to have fun! Your child will have
the opportunity to participate in supervised fitness, games, arts &
crafts, independent play activities and homework time.
Before School: 6:30am-school start
After School: school end- until 6:00pm
Before OR After: $30 per week
Before AND After: $50 per week
In Kindtergarten-5th Grade
Camptown Park /
Otelia Rainey Community Center
Program: Gracious Living Fun Time Group
Meeting time/day: Tuesday thru Thursday 10:30am-2:00pm
Description: If you are 50 and over, then this is a group for you!
Pack a snack and come down to the Otelia J. Rainey Community Center
for a variety of activities, games and trips. Come on bring your ideas
and join the fun!
Carrollton Nike Park Programs
Classes
Program: Aerobics for Seniors
Cost: Free
Meeting Day/Time:
Monday & Wednesday, July 27-September 2 8:00am-9:00am
Monday & Wednesday, September 7-October 14 8:00am-9:00am
Monday & Wednesday, October 19-November 25 8:00am-9:00am
Monday & Wednesday, November 30-January 6, 2016 8:00am-9:00am
Ages: 18 & Up
Location: Nike Park
Description: (General Educational Development) this class will help
students prepare for the GED test. Students take practice tests and
receive instruction in writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.
A mind is a terrible thing to waste. Think about it.
Cost: $26/6 week session
Program: GED Prep Classes
Meeting time/day: 6:30pm-8:30pm Tuesday & Thursday
Instructors Wanted
Share your creative talent for teaching with your community.
We are looking for innovative, talented and
proficient instructors. Get your Instructor
Proposal form online today!
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Ages: 55 and Up
Description: This program is perfect for people who are young at
heart! The class begins with warm
up exercises to get your heart rate
up, and gain flexibility. Then you
cool down with low-impact dance,
and exercise moves (standing or
sitting in a chair). Participate at a level
and pace that is comfortable for you.
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Program: Dog Obedience
Session Times:
Thursday 4:30pm-6:00pm and Sunday 2:30pm-4:00pm.
For more information about session dates contact the Nike Park Office
at 757-357-2291
Location: Nike Park
Cost: $125 (if adopted from IOW Animal Shelter $100)
Description: This fun filled class will be a learning experience for
both you and your pet. You and your dog will be taught by a certified
evaluator for Therapy Dog International and Canine Good Citizens. All
dogs must be at least six months old, and be up-to-date on all shots.
Program: Fitness Boot Camp
Meeting Day/Time:
Every Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm-7:30pm (weather permitting)
Location: Nike Park Soccer Fields
Cost: $32/4 week session or $10 per class
Ages: 18 and Up
Description: Outdoor fitness at its finest! Try this group exercise class
that uses traditional calisthenics exercises with resistance training for
strength and toning.
Program: Mixed Martial Arts
Meeting Day/Time:
Thursday, September 10-October 15 6:30pm-8:00pm
Thursday, October 22-December 3 6:30pm-8:00pm
Thursday, December 10-January 21 6:30pm-8:00pm
Programs,
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Tennis
Program: 10 and Under Tennis
Meeting Day/Time: Tuesday, June 2-June 23 4:15pm-4:45pm
Location: Carrollton Nike Park Tennis Courts
Cost: $22/4 weeks
Ages: 5-10 years old
Description: A fun-filled introduction to the game of tennis, utilizing eye-hand coordination, motor skills, and other learning activities.
Smaller rackets, foam tennis balls, and other teaching aids are used in
an atmosphere with exposure to the game. Smiles and success are the
main goals. Parents are encouraged to participate.​
Program: Beginner Youth Tennis
Cost: $50 for 1st family member/$80 for 2 family members/$90 for 3
family members/$100 for 4 or more family members/ 6 week session
Meeting Day/Time: Tuesday, July 7-July 28 5:00 pm-5:55 pm
Tuesday, August 6-August 27 5:00 pm-5:55 pm
Tuesday, September 1-September 22 5:00 pm-5:55 pm
Tuesday, October 6-October 27 5:00 pm-5:55 pm
Ages: 8 and Up
Location: Nike Park Tennis Courts
Description: Mixed Martial Arts combines the striking found in Kickboxing, Karate, and Tae Kwon Do, with the ground fighting and submissions
found in Jujitsu, Judo, and Aikido. Hapkido is Korean traditional mixed
martial arts as well as the history, philosophy and terminology of traditional martial arts. These classes improve physical fitness, endurance, flexibility, concentration, respect and humility in students while at the same time
teaches valuable self-defense and sport applications.
Cost: $30/4 weeks
Program: Zumba
Program: Beginner Adult Tennis
Meeting Day/Time: Monday and Wednesday 5:30pm-6:30pm
Meeting Day/Time:
Tuesday, July 7-July 28 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
Tuesday, August 6-August 27 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
Tuesday, September 1-September 22 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
Tuesday, October 6-October 27 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
Location: Nike Park
Location: Nike Park
Cost: $5 per class
Ages: 18 and Up
Description: Ditch the workout, and still burn up to 1,000 calories
while having fun!
Ages: 11-19 years old
Description: New to tennis, or just thinking about picking up a racket for
the first time in a while? This class is for you! We will go over the fundamentals class to class so that everyone will leave feeling they understand
how to play the game. Emphasis is on playing matches and having fun.
Location: Nike Park Tennis Courts
Cost: $30/4 weeks
Ages: 20 and Up
Description: This program is designed to introduce the game of tennis to
new players, and to re-energize former players. This class will help players
learn to keep the ball in play, and will help improve court positioning and
consistency. Students will be involved in playing matches with other students. Emphasis on fun, game situations, and playing singles and doubles.
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Programs,
Events
and Classes
Youth Sports
Program: Youth Basketball
Registration Dates: Early Registration September 1-October 15,
2015/Regular registration October 19-November 17, 2015
Dates: Season will be January 9-February 20, 2015 (weather permitting)
Cost: $65 for 1 family member/$63 each for 2 or more family members
/Beginning October 19th there will be an added $10 to each participant’s registration
Ages: 6-14 years old
Program: 10 and Under Tennis
Meeting Day/Time: Monday, August 3-August 24 4:15pm-4:45pm
Monday, September 7-September 28 4:15pm-4:45pm
Monday, October 5-October 26 4:15pm-4:45pm
Monday, November 2-November 23 4:15pm-4:45pm
Location: Riverview Park Tennis Courts
Cost: $22/4 weeks
Ages: 5-10 years old
Description: A fun-filled introduction to the game of tennis, utilizing
eye-hand coordination, motor skills, and other learning activities.
Smaller rackets, foam tennis balls, and other teaching aids are used in
an atmosphere with exposure to the game. Smiles and success are the
main goals. Parents are encouraged to participate.
Description: Practices for youth basketball will begin the week of November 30, 2015, (practices will be held at Carrollton Elementary School
and Westside Elementary School). There will be a mandatory parents
meeting on November 17, 2015 in the Recreation Hall at Carrollton Nike
Park beginning at 6:00p.m. NOTE: If there is one day that your child will
not be able to practice, please write the day in the “Customer Notes” at
the time of registration. If this is not noted please notify the office prior
to November 17, 2015, this will not guarantee that your child will be able
to be moved. Isle of Wight County Parks and Recreation does not allow
requests for a particular coach. Individuals must show proof of age
before being able to participate in this program.
Program: Youth Cheer
Registration Dates: Early Registration September 1-October 15,
2015/Regular registration October 19-November 17, 2015
Program: Beginner Youth Tennis
Dates: Season will be January 9-February 20, 2015 (weather permitting)
Meeting Day/Time: Monday, August 3-August 24 5:00 pm-5:55 pm
Monday, September 7-September 28 5:00 pm-5:55 pm
Monday, October 5-October 26 5:00 pm-5:55 pm
Monday, November 2-November 23 5:00 pm-5:55 pm
Cost: $38 plus cost of uniform
Location: Riverview Park Tennis Courts
Cost: $30/4 weeks
Ages: 11-19 years old
Description: New to tennis, or just thinking about picking up a racket for
the first time in a while? This class is for you! We will go over the fundamentals class to class so that everyone will leave feeling they understand
how to play the game. Emphasis is on playing matches and having fun.
Program: Beginner Adult Tennis
Meeting Day/Time: Monday, August 3-August 24 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
Monday, September 7-September 28 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
Monday, October 5-October 26 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
Monday, November 2-November23 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
Location: Riverview Park Tennis Courts
Cost: $30/4 weeks
Ages: 20 and Up
Description: This program is designed to introduce the game of tennis
to new players, and to re-energize former players. This class will help
players learn to keep the ball in play, and will help improve court positioning and consistency. Students will be involved in playing matches
with other students. Emphasis on fun, game situations, and playing
singles and doubles.
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Ages: 6-14 years
Description: Interested in cheering? Come join our team! Learn basic
stunts and cheers! There is a parent meeting on November 19, 2015
at 6:00 p.m. in the Recreation Hall at Nike Park in Carrollton. You must
bring your child(ren) to this meeting to try on a uniform sample. Once
uniforms are ordered we cannot change the size. If you cannot attend
the meeting, please make arrangements with Parks and Recreation staff
to set up a time for your child to try on a sample. ONCE REGISTERED
THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS ISSUED. Individuals must show
proof of age before being able to participate in this program.
Volunteer Coaches Needed
Are you interested in making a
difference in a child’s life? Then
why not become a Volunteer
coach for youth athletics! The
rewards are endless! If you are
not able to be a head coach, we are always
looking for assistant coaches. All you will be
required to do is attend 1 coaches certification training, conduct a practice once a week, attend a game on
Saturdays and most important HAVE FUN. Being a volunteer coach is
also a great way of staying involved with your child’s activities and to give
back to your community. For more information on coaching youth sports
757-357-2291, together we can make a difference.
Adult Sports
Program: Adult Men’s Fall Softball
Registration Dates: June 26- August 11, 2015
Dates: Season will be August 24-October 26, 2015
Cost: $400 per team plus $25 sanctioning fee
Ages: 18 and older
Description: Games for the Adult Men’s Fall Softball league will be
held at Nike Park, on Monday nights starting at 6:30pm. The coaches
meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at 6:00pm in the
Recreation Hall at Nike Park, all money and registration forms will need
to be turned in at this time.
Program: Adult Coed Fall Softball
Registration Dates: June 26-August 12, 2015
Dates: Season will be August 26-October 14, 2015
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much more. At the time of registration both registration fee and the
first session attending fees will be due. Parents will need to provide
lunch, snacks, and drinks for their children. This fun filled program runs
Monday-Thursday.
Cost: $400 per team plus $25 sanctioning fee
Program: Summer Blast EXTENDED!
Ages: 18 and older
Dates/Time: June 26-August 14, 2015 7:00 am-6:00 pm
Description: Games for the Adult Coed Spring Softball league will be
held at Nike Park on Wednesday nights starting at 6:30pm. The coaches meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at 6:00pm in
the Recreation Hall at Nike Park, all money and registration forms will
need to be turned in at this time.
Cost: $25 per child
Program: Adult Fall Kickball
Registration Dates: June 26-August 13, 2015
Dates: August 27- October 8, 2015
Cost: $50 per team
Ages: 18 & Up
Description: Games for the Adult Fall Kickball league will be held at
Nike Park on Thursday nights starting at 6:30 pm. The coaches meeting
will be held on Thursday, August 13, 2015 in the recreation hall at
Nike Park at 6:00 pm, all money and registration forms will need to be
turned in at this time
Program: Adult Men’s Basketball
Dates: Season will begin in January, games will be played on Monday
Nights at Westside Elementary
Cost: $400 per team
Description: Adult basketball is back! Get a team together, and join the
others this winter for some fun, friendly competition! This league is for
men 18 and over.
Camps
Program: Summer Blast
Dates/Time: June 22-August 13 7:00 am-6:00 pm
Cost: Registration Fee $20 per child plus weekly fee
Weekly fee $60 per child
Ages: Starting 1st graders-6 grade
Description: Get ready to have a Blast with the Summer Blast
program. Two great locations: Carrollton Elementary and Windsor
Elementary School. Children will enjoy crafts, games, field trips, and
Location: Nike Park
Ages: Starting 1st graders-6 grade
Description: The fun does not have to stop on Thursday! Come and
enjoy Summer Blast Extended. Isle of Wight County Parks and Recreation is now offering Fun Fridays at Nike Park. Children will enjoy craft,
games, walking trails, field trips, and more. This program is open to
Summer Blast participants only. (Space is limited)
Program: British Soccer Camp
(Challenger Sports)
Dates: August 17-August 21, 2015
Location: Nike Park
Ages: 3-16 years old
Description: British Soccer Camps provide young players
with the rare opportunity to receive high-level soccer coaching from a
team of international experts’ right in the heart of their own community.
Each British Soccer Camp provides players of all ages and abilities the
appropriate program and level of curriculum and a wonderful cultural
and educational camp experience!
Challenger Sports British Soccer Camps is the most popular soccer
camp in the country. Hundreds of Challenger coaches each year have
helped the company develop one of the most innovative approaches to
coaching youth soccer in the US. Our experienced staff study the game
at all levels and we have identified the key techniques and skills that
your players need to work on and master to reach their true potential.
Each day includes individual foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games, coached scrimmages, and a daily World Cup
Tournament. Equally important, the Challenger coaching staff provides
your child with lessons in self-discipline, good sportsmanship and
respect for others and for the game. Campers will enjoy a daily program
of camp break activities and an end of camp graduation party!
To register now, or for more information visit
www.challengersports.com.
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Programs,
Events
and Classes
Special Events
Program: TetraBrazil Soccer Camp
Dates and Locations:
July 17th at Othelia J. Rainey/Camptown Park
August 21st at Smithfield VFD
October TBA Windsor
November TBA Rushmere Fire Station
December 11th Nike Park
Dates: August 3-August 7, 2015
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Nike Park
Cost: Free
Ages: 7-18 years old
Description: Family Bingo
Night is a great way to spend
time with the family, have fun
and win prizes! 1 card 8 games! School age family members and
up. Space is limited, you may call
Parks and Recreation at 357-2291
to pre-register.
Description: TetraBrazil Soccer Academy has been bringing Brazilian soccer expertise to American soccer players for over 10 years.
TetraBrazil provide US players with an insight into what makes Brazil the
most successful soccer playing nation in the world!
TetraBrazil camps and team clinics will inspire players to practice and
improve their ball control, foot skills, and moves that Brazilian soccer
is famous for. With our unique programs combining learning and fun
players are grouped according to age and ability. From there we will
challenge players to raise their game and reach new heights within an
excellent learning environment.
The curriculum has been designed by our professional coaches to provide teams, players, and coaches with the same expert level of training
received by professional clubs in Brazil. These methods have been developed for our camp programs to introduce the unique Brazilian Soccer
style to your child and other communities around the United States.
Don’t miss out on this unique Brazilian Soccer experience!
To register now or for more information visit www.challengersports.com. Please visit our website, or join us on Facebook to find out
more about upcoming summer programs.
16th Annual Salute to Veterans
Date: Sunday, November 8, 2015
Location: Smithfield Center, 220 North Church Street, Smithfield, VA
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Description: All veterans from the National Guard, Army, Navy, Coast
Guard, Marines, and Air Force will be recognized at this special event.
Isle of Wight County’s
Annual Wreath Hanging and Tree Lighting
Date: Thursday, December 3, 2015
Location: Front Lawn of the Isle of Wight Courthouse
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Description: There will be Holiday music and light refreshments at this
event to start the Holiday season!
Are you a teen interested in Isle of Wight County?
Then we are interested in you!
We are now taking applications for a T.A.G. program
to discuss teen issues and upcoming activities. Call
757-357-2291 for more information.
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Programs,
Events
and Classes
Movies in the Park
Bring the whole family out for movies under the stars. There will be
popcorn for everyone. Grab your lawn chairs or blankets to watch
family-friendly cinema
GUIDED WALKING TOURS
Cost: Free to the Public
Dates & Times: Saturday, August 1, 2015 10:00 a.m.
Saturday, September 5, 2015 10:00 a.m.
Saturday, October 3, 2015 10:00 a.m.
Saturday, November 7, 2015 10:00 a.m.
Disney’s Big Hero 6 – 8:00 p.m., July 31, 2015 at Nike Park
The Box Trolls – 6:00 p.m., October 30, 2015 at Riverview Park
Historic Fort Huger, 15080 Talcott Terrace, Smithfield, VA 23430
Description: Visit this Civil War fort and learn the significance of this
gateway to the Confederate capital.
Isle of Wight Courthouse Complex, 17146 Monument Circle, Isle of
Wight, VA 23397
Dates & Times: Saturday, July 18, 2015 10:00 a.m.
Saturday, August 15, 2015 10:00 a.m.
Saturday, October 17, 2015 10:00 a.m.
Saturday, November 21, 2015 10:00 a.m.
Description: Join us as we explore this 19th, 20th, and 21st century site and share the story of its beginnings as well as a few tales of
capers and duels. This tour begins and ends at Boykin’s Tavern.
Historic Nike Park, 13036 Nike Park Rd, Carrollton, VA 23314
Dates & Times: Saturday, July 18, 2015 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 15, 2015 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 17, 2015 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 21, 2015 2:00 p.m.
Description: Visit one of the cold War’s few surviving Army Air-Defense
Posts. Local historian Albert Burckard hosts a short presentation and a
walking tour of this site which contains the original barracks, mess hall,
administration and recreation building, officer/non-commissioned officer
family housing, fueling area and underground missile magazines.
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The Fair is Coming!
September 17-20, 2015
A Quick Country Drive to
Kick Off Event for the Isle of Wight County Fair
Thursday, September 17 - Sunday, September 20, 2015
Saturday, Sept. 12, 6 - 11 p.m.
Joel C. Bradshaw Fairgrounds, Heritage Parkk
Adults: $15, Children(ages 10 & under): $88
Children (ages 5 and under FREE)
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Wednesday,
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Heritage Park
Advance Sale Tickets: $30, Tickets at the Gate: $35
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Car-Load Night: Thursday, September 17 - $40 per vehicle
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Boomers
Drumheller’s White Peach Orchard
Date of Trip: Wednesday, August 12, 2015
Registration Dates: July 1, 2015-August 7, 2015 by 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $35
Description: The bus will leave Carrollton Nike Park at 8:00am to go
on this one day trip to Lovingston, Virginia. After a morning of picking
peaches, the bus will stop at the Woodgrill Buffet for self-paid lunch
before heading back home. To register for this trip, please come by the
offices at Carrollton Nike Park, or call 757-357-2291.
Do not wait to register there is limited space available.
2015 Commission on Aging
Senior Health/Educational Fair
Date: Thursday, October 1, 2015
Time: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Cost: $7 per person
Location: Smithfield Center, 220 North Church Street, Smithfield, VA
Description: Flu shots, screenings, and door prizes will be available!
A continental breakfast and lunch is included. Tickets can be purchased
at Nike Park in Carrollton, Windsor True Value in Windsor, Camptown
Park in Franklin, AmeriCare, and Home Sweet Home in Smithfield.
Tickets will go on sale in August.
Drumheller’s Fuji Apple Orchard
Date of Trip: Wednesday, October 14, 2015
Registration Dates: September 1, 2015-October 9, 2015 by 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $35
Description: The bus will leave Carrollton Nike Park at 8:00am to go
on this one day trip to Lovingston, Virginia. After a morning of picking
delicious Fuji apples, the bus will stop at the Woodgrill Buffet for self-paid
lunch before heading back home. To register for this trip, please come by
the offices at Carrollton Nike Park, or call 757-357-2291. Do not wait
to register there is limited space available.
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2015 Commission on Aging
Annual Christmas Party
Date: Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Time: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Cost: $7 per person
Location: Smithfield Center, 220 North Church Street, Smithfield, VA
Description: Enjoy the lively sounds of a swing band, Santa Claus and
lots of Holiday Door Prizes!! Continental Breakfast and lunch is included.
Tickets can be purchased at Nike Park in Carrollton, Windsor True Value
in Windsor, Camptown Park in Franklin, AmeriCare, and Home Sweet
Home in Smithfield. Tickets will go on sale in October.
TRIP GUIDELINES
Seating: Seating is available on a first-come, first-serve basis on the
day of the trip. For the comfort of our trip-goers we try to accommodate
requests, which are also first come first serve but we cannot guarantee
these requests. Overnight trips will have assigned seating.
Reservations: Trip reservations are accepted on a first-come, first
serve basis with payment and a completed registration. Spaces are only
reserved when a payment/deposit has been received.
Payments/Deposits: Each trip listed has
a maximum number allowed. Once
this number is reached additional persons will be placed on a
waiting list and we will contact
those individuals in order, if
space becomes available. Day
trips require full payment with
reservation. Overnight trips will
have an option to pay in full or
make multiple payments until the
balance paid date. No reservations
will be held without payment.
Trip Cancellation: All cancellations
must be made in writing. No refunds are
given after the date stated in the trip information packet. If I.O.W. County
Parks and Recreation cancels a trip a full refund will be given. Medical
emergencies will be handled within the trip insurance policy. No-Shows
for trip will not receive a credit/refund.
Family Bingo Night
Friday, July 17th at Camptown Park
Tennis in the Park
Saturday, July 25th at Riverview Park
Movies in the Park
Friday, July 31st
Disney’s Big Hero 6 at Nike Park
Carrollton Farmers Market
Days: Every Wednesday through August
Time: 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Location: Old Point National Bank, off Hwy 17 in
the Food Lion parking lot
Description: A selection of food vendors from
the Smithfield Farmers Market, with produce,
meat, eggs, honey, plants, food trucks and more!
For further information call 757-375-3031
Smithfield Lions Cruz-In Car Show
Smithfield and
Isle of Wight
Convention
&
Visitors Bureau
319 Main Street • Smithfield, VA 23431
1-800-365-9339 or 757-357-5182 • Fax 757-365-4360
Days: Various Friday nights throughout the summer
Time: 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Location: Sentara St. Luke’s, 20209 Sentara Way, Carrollton
Description: Featuring a different car club at each show as well as
car enthusiast vendors, 50’s-60’s music by DJ Tom Norris, Bubba &
Frank’s barbeque. $2 donation at the gate for show cars. Spectators
free. Sponsored by Starr Motors, Sentara Health Network and AVES.
Reserved parking spaces are available for the entire show season for
$25 each. For further information call 757-371-6061.
Friday Night Summer
Concert Series
Days: Every Friday night through September 4th
Time: Beginning at 8:00 p.m. (except July 3rd, concert begins at 7:00 p.m.)
Location: Gazebo Stage in front of the Smithfield Times, 228 Main St.
downtown Smithfield
Description: Bring a chair or blanket, and enjoy a free concert in beautiful downtown Smithfield. For further information call 757-357-3288
Smithfield Farmers Market
Description: In the town that knows how to do bacon, this popular
event will feature Bacon, Bourbon, Virginia Craft Brews, Wine, Live
music, Food & Retail Vendors. Presented by Smithfield VA Events, sponsorships for this event are currently being accepted. Individual Tickets
& Non-Sponsorship Tables for this event will go on sale June 26, 2015.
For further information call 757-357-5182.
Town & Country Days
in Downtown Smithfield
Dates: Friday-Sunday, October 9-11
Description: Join the fun at Smithfield and Isle of Wight’s Annual Town
and Country Day celebrating our historic port town and the county’s rich
agricultural heritage with a day of fun-filled activities for the entire family, including Souper Saturday, the 4th Annual Country-Que, the 13th
Annual Smithfield Hog Jog 5K Run/Walk, Wild Hog & “Kid’s Fun Run”,
Court Day Presentation at the Olde Courthouse of 1750, Smithfield Ruritan Club’s 13th Annual Car Show, and the Smithfield Farmers Market.
Christmas in Smithfield
Antique Show & Homes Tour
Days: Every Saturday through December
Date: Saturday, December 5 and Sunday December 6
Time: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Saturday), 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
(Sunday)
Location: In the parking lot of Bank of Southside Virginia, 115 Main St
downtown Smithfield
Location: Smithfield Center and throughout downtown Smithfield
Description: Named in 2013 & 2014 as one of the “Top 101 Farmers
Markets in America!” by TheDailyMeal.com and the “Best Farmers
Market” by Coastal Virginia Magazine in 2014. Now in its 14th season,
the market is proud to be a Virginia Grown market offering locally
grown produce, beef, pork, chicken, eggs, peanuts, plants, herbs,
baked goods, coffee, cheese, honey, barbecue, word-fired pizza, ham
sandwiches, handcrafted items and more! Also featuring live music
each market! Enjoy our friendly community event in the heart of historic
Smithfield, Virginia. Pets are always welcome! For further information
call 757-375-3031.
Description: Antiques Show, Historic Homes to tour and related holiday
events. Tickets are $15 and include the house tours and antique show.
No tickets will be sold for the house tours only. Proceeds will benefit the
Old Courthouse of 1750 in downtown Smithfield. Hotel Packages will be
available. For further information call 757-435-8502
Genuine Smithfield Bacon,
Bourbon & Beach Music Fest
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Date: Saturday, October 3
Time: 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
2015 Genuine
Smithfield Christmas Parade
Date: Saturday, December 12
Location: Main & Grace Streets in downtown
Smithfield
Description: Bring the entire family out for
an old fashioned family-friendly holiday parade!
For further information call 757-357-5182.
Location: Windsor Castle Park in downtown Smithfield
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Department of Parks and Recreation
13036 Nike Park Road | Carrollton, VA 23314
Phone 757-357-2291 | Fax 757-365-0112
www.iwus.net
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