News & Events

Daylight Savings Time Begins

When: March 14, 2010 ( 2:00am until 2:00am )

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Set your clocks forward one hour At 2 am on Sunday set your clocks forward to 3 am. US Daylight Savings runs from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November.

New Kent Chamber of Commerce Meeting

When: March 16, 2010 ( 5:30pm until 8:00pm )

Where: New Kent Visitors and Commerce Center

Speaker: Dennis A Woodard, Jr., Regional Business and Economic Development Specialist with the Virginia Employment Commission. Hosted by: Whiskey Hill BBQ.

New Kent Educational Foundation Basketball Tournament

When: March 20, 2010 ( 8:00am until 5:00pm )

Where: New Kent High School Gym

Free admission. Concessions. For more information call Lynn Sodat at 966-9650.

4th Annual Egg Hunt

When: March 20, 2010 ( 10:00am until 12:00pm )

Where: Quinton Park

11:00 am Welcome / Activities 11:30 am Age Division Egg Hunts/8 years old and under This community event needs your support! If you are interested in being on the volunteer committee or making a donation, please contact Kim at 966-8502 *Please bring a basket/or bag*

The Battle of Eltham's Landing

When: March 21, 2010 ( 1:00pm until 3:00pm )

Where: New Kent Middle School Auditorium

John Goddard will speak on the April 1862 New Kent County battle that blocked the Union Army from cutting off the confederate withdrawal after the Battle of Williamsburg. Sponsored by the New Kent County Historic Commission. Admission is free. Open to the Public. Refreshments will be served. For more information call the New Kent Planning Department at 804-966-9690.

Grow Yourt Sales Seminar

When: March 25, 2010 ( 7:30am until 11:30am )

Where: New Kent Extension Office

Sponsored by the New Kent Extension Office. A continuation of the Entrepreneur Express Workshop. Contact Patricia Townsend for more information at 804 966-9645 or Kathy Dolan at 804-371-0488.

Hungrytown Concert

When: March 25, 2010 ( 6:00pm until 8:00pm )

Where: Heritage Public Library

The celebrated duo has performed throughout Europe and the United States. FREE Concert. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Heritage Public Library. For more information call 966-2480.

Nicole Laurent - Book Talk

When: March 27, 2010 ( 10:00am until 12:00pm )

Where: Heritage Public Library

The author's husband Alfred Baroody will discuss the book and his wife's experiences that contributed to the book. Reception and Book sale. For more information call 966-2480.

New Kent Elementary School Spring Carnival

When: March 27, 2010 ( 10:00am until 2:00pm )

Where: New Kent Elementary School

Limited vendor space available ($25). Contact Bonnie Hunt (804) 966-1432.

Census Day

When: March 31, 2010 ( 7:00pm until 7:00pm )

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The 2010 census will be as of that day. For more information see www.2010censusday.gov

Envirothon

When: April 17, 2010 ( 8:00am until 1:00pm )

Where: Historic 1930 School at New Kent Courthouse

Earth Friendly displays education and ideas, gardening tips and demonstrations, plant and vendor sales, kid friendly activities. Rain Barrel sales by Cub Scout Pack 518. Sponsored by the New Kent County Extension Office and the New Kent Clean County Committee. For more information contact Patricia Townsend at 804-966-9645.

Kentucky Derby Simulcast

When: May 1, 2010 ( 9:00am until 12:00pm )

Where: Colonial Downs

Colonial Downs will be open for simulcasting with the doors opening at 10 am.

Craft & Vendor Fair

When: May 1, 2010 ( 9:00am until 2:00pm )

Where: Dogwood Room at the Corner at Rock Creek, Rt. 60 and Longview Rd

Great Mother's Day gifts at great prices. Call 305-3667 for more information.

Bluegrass Concert by Grasstowne

When: May 1, 2010 ( 6:00pm until 8:00pm )

Where: New Kent High School Auditorium

National known recording group. Sponsored by the New Kent Educational Foundation. Tickets: $20 General Admission. Tickets are available on line at http://nkeducationalfoundation.org/ or by calling Lynn Sodat at 966-8557.

Mommy, Me and Tea

When: May 2, 2010 ( 1:30pm until 3:30pm )

Where: Wallace Manor, Providence Forge

Celebrate Mom, Grandma, Aunt, or a special lady in your life! Enjoy kid friendly cups of tea, snacks, and the spring decor of Wallace Manor. Donâ€™t forget to dress up for this special occasion and have your photograph taken to remember this special event. Proceeds benefit the NKJrWC projects. Ages 4-12 Activity Code Fee Deadline 95001B $6 each NK Res 4/24

New Kent Bike Festival

When: May 8, 2010 ( 9:00am until 5:00pm )

Where: Colonial Downs

Car Show, Bike Show, Poker Run, Helicopter Rides, Live Music, Food and Merchandise Vendors, Motorcycle Skills Demonstrations, Free Anti-Theft Vin Etching, and more. Sponsored by the Blue Knights Chapter VIII and the New Kent Sheriff's Office.

Strawberry Hills Steeplechase Races

When: May 15, 2010 ( 9:00am until 1:00pm )

Where: Colonial Downs

Multiple Sclerosis Bike Ride Virginia

When: May 22, 2010 ( 6:00am until 5:00pm )

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500 to 1000 bikers will ride through New Kent County from Richmond to Williamsburg on Saturday, May 22 and ride from Williamsburg to Richmond on Sunday, May 23.

A Taste of New Kent Wine Fesitival

When: May 22, 2010 ( 9:00am until 4:00pm )

Where: New Kent Winery, 8400 Old Church Road

A Taste of New Kent will be held at the conveniently located New Kent Winery. Situated off of Interstate 64 just east of Richmond, VA and just west of Williamsburg, New Kent County offers convenient access for just about anyone in central and eastern Virginia.

Opening Day/ Colonial Downs T-Shirt Giveaway

When: May 29, 2010 ( 11:00am until 4:00pm )

Where: Colonial Downs

Kick off Memorial Day weekend at Colonial Downs with the earliest opening day ever! The first 3,000 paid admissions will receive a FREE commemorative t-shirt. Free admission to active and retired military.

Coupon Book Giveaway/$16 "Family 'n Friends" 4-Pack Promotion

When: May 30, 2010 ( 11:00am until 4:00pm )

Where: Colonial Downs

All patrons receive a money saving "Fun Book" to use all summer long at Colonial Downs. For $16 you'll get 4 admissions, programs, hot dogs, soft drinks & a special gift.

Holiday Monday Race Card

When: May 31, 2010 ( 11:00am until 4:00pm )

Where: Colonial Downs

Special 12:55 PM matinee card. Enjoy the area's largest BBQ as Colonial Downs bring in a diverse group of food vendors for a trackside feast.

Belmont Stakes Day/"Race to the Alter"

When: June 5, 2010 ( 11:00am until 4:00pm )

Where: Colonial Downs

Watch & wager simulcast action from Belmont all afternoon in conjunction with live races at Colonial Downs. Plus, meet all 10 couples in the Colonial Downs/Richmond Times Dispatch "Race to the Alter" promotion, and find out which one wins a $30,000 dream wedding at the track on July 10th.

25 Cent Day/Fan Appreciation Day

When: June 12, 2010 ( 11:00am until 4:00pm )

Where: Colonial Downs

Fans can enjoy 25 cent admission, live programs, hot dogs, soft drinks & bags of chips. Giveaways throughout the day via random draws.

$500,000 Colonial Turf Cup/"Rhythm Bets 'n Brews" Microbrew Festival

When: June 19, 2010 ( 11:00am until 4:00pm )

Where: Colonial Downs

Enjoy a microbrew sampling event featuring 25 different beers. Aample as many as you'd like, or purchase a full pint of your favorite. Live party music with Soular Coaster. See the country's top three year old turf horses and the sport's top jockeys & trainers compete in the Turf Cup's 6th running.

6th Annual Bluegrass Festival

When: June 24, 2010 ( 5:00pm until 9:30pm )

Where: Rockahock Campground

Featuring: Louraine Jordan & Caroline Roads, Randy Waller & The Country Gentlemen, Nothinâ€™ Fancy, Mountain Heart, Easy Street Bluegrass Band, Moron Brothers, The Slack Family Band, Hager Mountain Boys, Audie Blaylock & Redline, Goldwing Express, And more! Weekend Ticket per person is $ 55.00 before May 1st Weekend Ticket per person is $ 65.00 after May 1st Thursday $ 15.00 / Friday $ 25.00 / Saturday $30.00

6th Annual Blugrass Festival

When: June 25, 2010 ( 5:00pm until 9:30pm )

Where: Rockahock Campground

Ladies Day

When: June 26, 2010 ( 11:00am until 4:00pm )

Where: Colonial Downs

Various women's organizations will be on hand to raise money for their favorite charities. Enjoy live party music with all girl rock band Tonic Jane.