Friday, December 3, 2010

Councilman Hilbert to hold annual Christmas Celebration in Northside 3rd District

The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd District, will hold his annual Christmas Celebration in the Northside 3rd District. The event will include live entertainment, awards, light refreshments, fun and festivity. All Northside 3rd District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. This will be Councilman Hilbert’s final meeting for the year, which are held on a regular basis throughout the year and include updates and information on his goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda of current interest; special guests; and, a time to discuss concerns and questions. Parking is Free. Festivities will include:


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Friday, 3 December 2010

Councilman Chris A. Hilbert to hold annual Christmas Celebration in Northside 3rd District

To include live music, food, fun and festivity; Entire Northside 3rd District invited and encouraged to attend

WHAT The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council Northside 3rd District, will hold his annual Christmas Celebration in the Northside 3rd District. The event will include live entertainment, awards, light refreshments, fun and festivity. All Northside 3rd District citizens are invited and encouraged to attend. This will be Councilman Hilbert’s final meeting for the year, which are held on a regular basis throughout the year and include updates and information on his goals and accomplishments; a topical agenda of current interest; special guests; and, a time to discuss concerns and questions. Parking is Free. Festivities will include:

Awards and Recognition ____________________________________________
Councilman Hilbert personally recognizes individual citizens, civic/ community and non-profit organizations, corporations and staff for their service to him and the Northside 3rd District.

Live Entertainment __________________________________________________
• Richmond Public Schools Community High School Band Jazz Band -
Led by Richmond Public Schools Teacher of the Year – Gregory
McCallum

Refreshments _______________________________________________________
Light refreshments will be served to all attendees.

WHEN Wednesday, December 8, 2010; 6:00-8:00 p.m.

WHERE Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Pine Camp Culture Arts and Community Center
4901 Old Brook Road, Richmond, Virginia 23227

WHO The Honorable Chris A. Hilbert, Councilman, Richmond City Council, Northside 3rd District

CONTACT For more information, please contact Councilman Chris A. Hilbert, at 804.646.6055 or chris.hilbert@richmondgov.com.





Background ___________________________________________________________________

Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
Pine Camp Culture Arts and Community Center

Opened in 2000, the Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Pine Camp Culture Arts and Community Center is located in Richmond’s Northside 3rd District. The center includes a game room, computer lab, a multi-purpose room and restrooms. Located outside the center are three basketball courts, a large children's playground, senior Fitness trail, one softball field and a soccer field.

Recreation programs and classes include sports, arts, fitness, dance, crafts, games, active adults (seniors) programs, computers, and an after school "Fun Klub". The center also hosts a summer camp, special events, workshops, after-school program, and cultural activities at different times.

Hours of Operation
September - June, Mondays - Fridays, 1:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
June - August, Mondays - Fridays, 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Contact Info
Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities Pine Camp Culture Arts and Community Center
4901 Old Brook Rd.
Richmond, VA 23227
804.646.3672 (tel)



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RICHMOND CITY COUNCIL
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local laws, providing government policy and
oversight, and approving the city budget.

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creating a vibrant community that is a great place
to live, work, learn, play, visit and raise a family.