Chesterfield Public Library Celebrates Women's History Month in March

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CHESTERFIELD - The Chesterfield County Public Library system is hosting three free programs in March to celebrate Women's History Month. On Saturday, March 12, 11 a.m.-noon, at Central Library, the Virginia Homespun Dance Ensemble will perform 19th-century dances with authentic representation of the social graces of that time period.

Halloway House of Petersburg will present "Getting Dressed in a Hurry," a demonstration of how a woman would get dressed for the day during the 19th century. A live model will get dressed for a normal day using all of the clothing articles from that time period. Authentic period clothing such as undergarments, outerwear and accessories will be on display. This program will take place on Tuesday, March 22, 11 a.m.-noon, at Chester Library.

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Chesterfield Public Library Celebrates Women's History Month in March

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