Recreation for Generations

The Department of Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services presents the Fall 2009 edition of Recreation for Generations. Please bear in mind that sometimes program dates, activities and times may change. Please call ahead to verify scheduled activities to be certain you are not disappointed.

Portsmouth, Virginia... The right place, the right time

"Character Counts!" in Portsmouth

“Character Education is, first and foremost, an obligation of families and faith communities, but school and youth-service organizations also have a responsibility to help develop the character of young people.”
Excerpt from Aspen Declaration

Character Counts! is being implemented through a partnership of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services and 4-H Youth Development. It provides practical ground rules for everyday living and decision-making. It teaches by example thus creating a positive learning environment. Character Counts! provides a common language’ of character education to use and model. Portsmouth uses Character Counts! as a fundamental building block in all recreation programming and communication with participants, parents and staff.

CHARACTER COUNTS! is copyrighted by the CHARACTER COUNTS! Coalition of the Josephson Institute of Ethics.

As Fall comes upon us there are a variety of recreational programs available for your enjoyment. We hope will take part and enjoy your favorite activity. The City has many youth sports organizations offering football, cheerleading, baseball, softball, soccer and basketball. Or perhaps a festival is more your choice. The annual UMOJA Festival takes place September 18-20 at n’Telos Wireless Pavilion and features Jagged Edge and Heads of State (Bobby Brown, Johnny Gill & Ralph Tresvant). The Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival takes place on December 12 on the streets of downtown Portsmouth and offers Holiday Music for everyone to enjoy. The “6 To Six” before and after school program has been a huge hit for working families. It is available at City elementary schools, starting in September and running throughout the school year. Visit one of our many parks and make a fun filled day of it. Portsmouth City Park has long been cherished as a place to gather and enjoy a round of golf, a picnic or water activities. Whatever your interest, please join in and share the experience of “Recreation for Generations”.



Michael Morris
Director
Department of Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services