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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” senior population. Currently, the Rokeby Center is open for classes and programs, as well as for rentals that have been reserved in advance. For more information on activities, please refer to the links below, or call 757-822-6259.

The Rokeby Center

Amenities:

Kitchen
Multi-Purpose Room
Stage
Outdoor Patio

Things to do:

Adult Socials
Arts and Crafts
Ceramics
Exercise Classes
and more!

Activities Calendars and Information:

Rokeby Center Activities Calendar

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 community center 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:
Rokeby Center Rental Application and Policies

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