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Rokeby Center Hours

Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Saturday
9 a.m. - 1 p.m

Closed
Wednesdays and Sundays

Rokeby Center

Phone: 757-822-6259	Email:kchristy@cityofchesapeake.net	Driving Directions
Address: 1709 Rokeby Avenue, Chesapeake, VA 23325

This newly-renovated facility is a hub of activity centered around a variety of daily programming and activities mainly geared towards our growing “55 & Better” population. This facility is membership-based during regular operational hours.

The Rokeby Center

Amenities:

Kitchen
Multi-Purpose Room
Stage
Outdoor Patio

Things to do!

Adult Socials
Art and Crafts
Ceramics
Jewelry-Making
Exercise Classes
Walking Club and more!

Activities Calendars and Information:

Membership Information:

Memberships are offered at no charge to Chesapeake citizens 55 and older. (Non-Residents = $50/year)
Membership Cards can be obtained at any of the sites during normal operating hours, or at the Parks, Recreation and Tourism Administrative Office, 1224 Progressive Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320.
Card-carrying members are also accepted at the City’s eight Community Centers.

Rental Application and Information:
Click here for the Rokeby Center Rental Application and Policies

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