Out of School Time Summer Fun
Summer 2020 activities may look a little different in Chesapeake, we don't want you to miss out on the wealth of programming and resources for families!
Virtual Programming
All Ages
Ages 14-24
In-Person Activities
Blackberry Foraging: Free! July 18th at Elizabeth River Park
Chesapeake parks are open! Tennis courts, outdoor Pickleball courts, and neighborhood playgrounds are open. Parks and trails remain open to unorganized recreation.
Youth can also take part in socially distanced, outdoor day camps! Register online
Art Mini Camp Cheerleading Camp
Great Bridge Community Center Chesapeake City Park
July 20 & 22: Ages 5-8 July 6-9
July 27 & 29: Ages 9-12 5:00PM - 7:00PM
6:00PM -7:30PM
Soccer Camps
Ages 6-12 Ages 12-17
July 20-23 July 6-9
9:00AM-11:00AM 9:000AM-11:00AM
August 10-13 July 20-23
6:00PM-8:00PM 6:00PM-8:00PM
Child Care Needs
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Blogs
Eat Smart, Move More Virginia: Recipes and exercises to keep families healthy.
DIY Take-Home Kits: Myactivechild has great resources for where you can find take-home kits in the area.
Take 10: Virginia Arts 4 Learning would love for you to join them for a ten-minute breaks with educational segments of music, dance, storytelling, crafts, and more.
Mask Wearing and Children: CHKD has a great blog with tips and information on mask safety for children.
Resources For Parents
Communities in Schools Virtual Parent Support Group: Meets every Thursday and is designed with the parent in mind to offer support and an ear about the struggles and concerns that we all are embracing during the pandemic. The group will be facilitated but is parent-led in discussion with rules and expectations established in the beginning.
CHKD Parenting Classes and Resources: CHKD parenting experts partner with parents and professionals throughout Hampton Roads by offering a variety of educational services.
Chesapeake Public Schools Family and Community Engagement: Online Resources
Virtual Farmer's Market Healthy Chesapeake and Disappearing Deserts have joined to create an online farmers marketplace connecting the residents of Chesapeake with local produce, baked goods, meats, and prepared food. The Food Connection Market complies with COVID-19 containment procedures and best practices as recommended by Virginia’s Department of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences (VDACS).
Kindergarten Registration: Do you have a child who will turn 5 years old before September 30, 2020? Get Kindergarten readiness and registration information here.
Parenting During the Pandemic: Thursday, July 23rd at 3:00PM. Join NAMI Coastal Virginia to learn about NAMI and community mental health resources available to parents and children as they cope with the challenges of living during the pandemic.
June Meeting here:
Upcoming Events
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