BH winter 2013.indd - Gloucester County, VA

In This Issue

County News .......................2-5

School News ....................... 6-9

Community News............. 10-15

Parks & Recreation Insert!

Gloucester Library ........... 16-17

Volunteer .........................18-19

VA Cooperative Extension ...20

COUNTY OF GLOUCESTEROffi ce of Community EducationP.O. Box 1306Gloucester, VA 23061

US Postal PAIDGloucester, VAPermit No. 14

POSTAL CUSTOMER, LOCALGLOUCESTER COMMUNITY ED PROGRAM

Winter 2013-14 Number 4 Volume 26

The Beehive

www.gloucesterva.info

Published by Gloucester Department of Community Education

Photo by Jennie Richards of Gloucester Courthouse

The Gloucester County 2015 fi scal year budget processes has begun. A very important part of the budget process each year is citizen involvement. Input is critical to the development of a budget that is refl ective of the needs of the community. Budget information and public meetings help to provide information on the proposed budget and offer an opportunity for comments and suggestions. During the fall the Capital Improvement Advisory Committee has been meeting to receive, review and discuss capital project needs from schools, public works and safety, and other departments providing community services. The projects will be prioritized with fi nal recommendations forwarded to the board of supervisors in January. The County Administrator’s budget recommendation will be presented to the board at their regular meeting on March 4, 2014. Budget work sessions and a formal public hearing will be scheduled in March and April with specifi c dates and times announced through local media and on the county’s website. A joint work session with the Gloucester County School Board is planned for March 27th at 7 p.m. in the Walker Educational Center. The proposed budget document, all supporting budget information and announcements of all public meetings will be available on the county’s website at www.gloucesterva.info.

Community HappeningsYour County NewsPage 2

County Contact Info

Community Information & Resources693-5730

Amanda Wallace - [email protected]

County Administration693-4042

Brenda Garton, County [email protected]

Georgette Hurley, Asst. County [email protected]

Gloucester County Board of Supervisors

CHAIRPERSON & AT-LARGE REP.Louise Theberge

P.O. Box 1207, Gloucester, VA 23061693-5341 or [email protected]

VICE-CHAIR & ABINGDON DISTRICT REP.Robert “JJ” Orth

6076 Seldon Pond Road, Gloucester, VA 23061804-693-4762 or [email protected]

AT-LARGE REPRESENTATIVE

Ashley ChriscoeP.O Box 1691, Gloucester, VA 23061

693-0471 or [email protected]

GLOUCESTER PT. DIST. REPRESENTATIVE

Christopher HutsonP.O. Box 1609, Hayes, VA 23072


PETSWORTH DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVE

John Northstein7548 Old Pinetta Rd., Gloucester, VA 23061


WARE DISTRICT REP.Andrew “Andy” James

P.O. Box 303, Gloucester, VA 23061693-3477 or [email protected]

YORK DISTRICT REP.Carter Borden

3961 Borden Road Hayes, VA 23072(H) 642-2991 or [email protected]

Go To:www.gloucesterva.info

for all directory & service information

Did You Know...that every penny on the real estate tax rate generates approximately $400,000 of general county revenue?

Parks, Recreation & Tourism Staff Shine at State Conference

Gloucester County’s reputation for dedicated staff and outstanding park facilities garnered much attention at the 2013 Virginia Recreation and Park Society’s annual conference held this fall in Williamsburg. Gloucester director, Carol Steele was honored with the 2013 Fellows Award, the premiere award of the VRPS, recognizing an individual who has demonstrated consistent and exceptional commitment to serving the community and the profession of recreation. Serving as director since 1986, Carol has been an active VRPS member for almost 30 years. While her service to Gloucester is well-known and highly respected, she has also served under two governors on the Virginia Child Day Care Council and was inducted into the Virginia Resource Conservation and Development Council’s Hall of Fame. Carol previously was awarded the VRPS Distinguished Service Award and served as the society’s president in 2000. During her tenure as Gloucester’s director, seven new parks have been developed with increased responsibilities, staff and programs.

Presenting Carol with the Fellow’s Award was Gloucester Parks, Recreation and Tourism co-worker Katey Legg, who currently serves as the VRPS President. Having worked under Carol’s mentorship and supervision for eight years, Katey noted, in presenting the award, that Carol’s “dedication to the fi eld of parks and recreation, as well as to VRPS, is unmatched.”

In addition to Carol’s award and recognition, the department received the 2013 Best New Facility for Parks, Playgrounds, Blueways, Greenways & Trails for Woodville Park. Woodville Park is Gloucester County’s newest and largest park, initiating from the donation of 100 acres by the Lanciano family. The vision of the new park facility has become a reality with the hard work and dedication of special community members and volunteers, community organizations and businesses and Gloucester Parks, Recreation and Tourism staff. With walking trails, a memorial garden, soccer and future football fi elds, a pond and a wedding garden, the park has something for everyone.

For more information about Woodville Park or the Gloucester Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, visit www.gloucesterva.info/ParksandRecreation or contact 693-2355 or [email protected].

FY15 County Budget Process Underway

Your County NewsPage 3

Annual Real Estate and

Personal Property Tax Info

Gloucester County Real Estate, Tangible Personal Property, and Mobile Home Tax bills are due December 5th and June 30th of each year. Bills are typically mailed 30 days in advance of the due date. By law, payments made in the Treasurer’s Offi ce, or postmarked by the U.S. Post Offi ce by the due date, are accepted as timely. Accounts remaining unpaid after the due date are subject to additional charges as required by the Code of Virginia and the County of Gloucester.

Please check your bills for completeness and accuracy upon receipt. If you do not receive your bill(s), please contact the Treasurer’s Offi ce at 693-2141 immediately. By law, failure to receive a bill does not relieve the taxpayer of any additional charges that accrue for failure to pay by the due date. If you fi nd you cannot pay your bill by the due date, please contact the Treasurer’s Offi ce as soon as possible to make payment arrangements.

The Treasurer’s Offi ce is located in County Offi ce Building Two and is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Drop Box, located in the median strip between Offi ce Building One and Building Two, is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

You may make payment in-person or use the Drop Box and by mail, telephone or online. To pay online (credit card or check), go to the website at www.gloucesterva.info. If you have questions or need assistance, contact the Treasurer’s Offi ce, 693-2141 or [email protected].

Did You Know...more information on personal property, business licenses and state tax may be found at www.gloucesterva.info/COR?

Each year when tax bills are received by taxpayers a few general and reoccurring issues seem to cause confusion. Below is information that may help taxpayers with some of the most common problems and solutions that may be helpful to taxpayers when reviewing their tax bills:

Personal Property

1. I moved from Gloucester County but still owe taxes. Gloucester County is not a prorating locality, so if you move after January 1, 2014 all personal property taxes are due to Gloucester County. If you moved before January 1, 2014, you are not required to pay personal property taxes for 2014. To alleviate any misunderstanding, always notify the DMV and the Commissioner of the Revenue’s Offi ce of your new address when moving.

2. I sold my vehicle, boat, trailer, etc.. If you trade or sell a vehicle, you should directly notify DMV and the Commissioner of the Revenue’s Offi ce of the sale. Always prepare a bill of sale and have the purchaser sign for proof of sale and transaction date to ensure the correct person is assessed taxes.

3. I disposed of my vehicle or property. If you junk or dispose of your vehicle always get a receipt and notify the DMV and the Commissioner of Revenue’s Offi ce of the transaction to ensure the vehicle or property is taken off the tax roll.

4. I sold a trailer or other property with a permanent tag still attached. Always remove permanent tags before the property leaves your possession and return the tag to the DMV.

Business License and Business Property

1. I sold, moved or closed my business during the year. Each January, renewal business license notices are mailed to be returned before March 1st. If a renewal or notice of closure before the March 1st deadline is not received, you will continued to be contacted by the Commissioner of Revenue’s Offi ce. To avoid continued notices please advise the offi ce of your business closure or moving.

2. Business Personal Property forms are required to be fi led each year on or before March 1st. If you fail to fi le a tax return you will be assessed taxes. The law requires all property be assessed regardless of taxpayer fi lings and we are required to assess a penalty for failing to fi le a return.

3. Am I required to have a business license? If you or your tax preparer fi les a Federal Schedule C “Profi t or Loss from Business” most likely you will need a business license. If you fi le Corporate or Partnership tax returns most likely you will require a business license. As a general rule earning income outside being employed by another will require a local business license.

4. When opening a new business please call the Commissioner of Revenue’s Offi ce to ensure compliance and receive information in addition to issuing business license.

Values versus Taxation

1. My car is not worth what it is assessed. All personal property is assessed in mass using recognized pricing guides and/or percentages of cost depending on the directives of state statutes on property assessment. State law dictates how property is assessed.

2. Online my vehicle is not valued the same as what it is stated on the tax bill. When tax bills arrive in May and October the values online are representative of the current market and not the value on January 1st. Assigned values are required to be effective January 1st. Six months after that value is assigned you may observe a lower value.

3. How do I appeal a value? The Commissioner of Revenue’s Offi ce will review any information you wish to provide to appeal the value listed on your tax bill provided it’s refl ective of the methods required by law and effective as of January 1st. Adjustments will be made for high mileage and condition, but proof is needed at the time of appeal. State law requires that “due diligence” be performed in ensuring the property tax appeal has evidence of conditions that lessen the value of what has been assessed.

4. Value versus Taxation. Values are required to be uniform and equitable among similar property according to the Constitution of Virginia. Taxation is the result of annual budget requirements to sustain public services. As a result appeals received by the Commissioner of Revenue’s Offi ce on the taxable value must be based on the facts of evidence that such value is erroneous and not the result of a higher tax assessment.

Commissioner of the Revenue staff is available to assist with questions and welcomes personal visits. The offi ce is located at 6489 Main Street on the fi rst fl oor of County Offi ces & School Administration Building Two or call 693-3451. The website also provides information and services that may be of assistance by visiting: www.gloucesterva.info/CommissioneroftheRevenue/.

Your Tax Bill Questions AnsweredCommissioner of Revenue’s Offi ce Provides Info

Bay AgingYour County NewsPage 4

AARP Mature Driver Classes Offered

The 55 Alive/Mature Driving program is designed to help people 55 years of age and older improve their driving skills. The course covers the effects of aging and medications on driving, basic driving rules, license renewal, local traffi c hazards, adverse road conditions, and accident prevention measures. The cost of the course is $14 per person or $12 for AARP members. Upcoming classes are planned for November 19th and 21st. Attendance on both days is required and the classes will be held in the Gloucester Library Community Room from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Checks should be made payable to “AARP.” You may register by calling 693-5730 or by e-mailing [email protected]. For more information visit the website at www.aarpdriversafety.org.

Basics of Investing Basics of Investing is an informative classroom setting that will cover an array of topics that range from the basic tips of stocks and bonds to developing your own personalized programs for pre-retirement, college funding, income producing investments, tax-advantage investing or ways to avoid estate taxed. The next session which consists of three nights for two hours per night is planned for November 7th, 12th and 14th. February classes are also planned for February 11th, 13th and 18th. Classes will be conducted at Botetourt Elementary School. There will be interactive participation, guidelines for you to determine your best path for investing, and a nuts and bolts of fi nancial markets. The cost of the workbook is $8 per person. Those interested should call the Gloucester Department of Community Education at 693-5730 or email Amanda at [email protected].

Save the Date: 4th ANNUAL CLEAN GLOUCESTER DAY

SATURDAY,MARCH 8, 2014

Contact Clean Community Coordinator William Bell at 804-693-5370or email [email protected] for more information.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has released changes to the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) for Gloucester County. The FIRMs indicate fl ood-prone areas which insurance companies use to determine fl ood insurance rates for buildings and contents. If you live in or close to a fl ood prone area, you are encouraged to learn about your fl ood risk and view the preliminary maps. Flooding is the number one natural disaster in the United States; it is vital that property owners understand their risk and take advantage of tools or programs available to them, including fl ood insurance.

The FIRM and associated Flood Insurance Study (FIS) are the basis for fl ood risk education and fl oodplain management measures. Gloucester is required to adopt updated maps to continue participating in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and make fl ood insurance available to the community. As a result of these map updates, some properties may, for the fi rst time, be included in a high-risk fl ood zone, known as the Special Flood Hazard Area. This may result in mandatory purchase of fl ood insurance for those

property owners who are affected. If a property owner thinks their property has been inadvertently mapped in a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA), they may submit a request to FEMA for a Letter of Map Change (LOMC).

Additional information is available on Gloucester County’s website at www.gloucesterva.info under “Announcements/Flood Protection Information.” The FEMA preliminary FIRMs can be viewed at: https://hazards.fema.gov/femaportal/prelimdownload/searchResult.action. The link to the interactive mapping address search website is at: http://maps.riskmap3.com/VA/Gloucester/ or http://www.r3coastal.com/.

In early 2014, a Coastal Flood Risk Community Open House will be held to provide comprehensive information for residents and property owners about mapping changes and local impact. The meeting will be publicized through media and the county’s email news subscription service.

For additional information or to seek answers to your questions, please contact the Gloucester County Building Inspection Department at 693-2744.

Know Your Flood RisksNew Flood Insurance Rate Maps Now Available

Did You Miss the FallHousehold Harmful Waste

Collection?

The Spring 2014 Household Harmful Waste Collection Day is set for Saturday, April 19, 2014 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Middle Peninsula Landfi ll and Recycling Center, 11 miles north of Gloucester Court House on Rt. 17 at 3714 Waste Management Way.

The Household Harmful Waste Collection program is the best way for Gloucester County residents to rid their homes of hazardous items in a way that is safe for their family, community, and the environment. The collection is open ONLY to residents of Gloucester County.

For information on what will be accepted and not accepted for this special collection, please call Waste Management at 693-5109 or visit the Clean Community Offi ce website at www.gloucesterva.info.

Community HappeningsPage 5

Your County News

A printed and online brochure is available to provide information to those most in need and for organizations and individuals assisting those in

need on local services and programs that provide for basic needs such as food, clothing, shelter, fi nancial and medical care. The brochure will be distributed throughout the county and is also being made available for printing from the Gloucester Resource Council website at gloucesterva.info/grc. The brochure is an effort initiated by The Samaritan Group, Inc. with assistance from the Gloucester Resource Council’s Poverty Subcommittee and Gloucester Department of Community Education. The brochure lists currently known resources from local and state agencies, faith-based groups and churches, and non-profi t community and service groups in Gloucester. A listing of general community service phone numbers is also included in the brochure.

To obtain a copy of the brochure, you may visit the website as noted above or pick-up a copy of the brochure at either public library locations. For more information, please contact Gloucester Community Education at 693-5730 or email Amanda at [email protected].

Basic Needs Assistance Brochure

County Employees Food Collection a Bountiful Success

Sheriff Darrell Warren is pleased to announce that the 2nd annual Gloucester County Sheriff’s Offi ce food drive challenge yielded amazing numbers this year. The food raising effort was led by Deputy Rob Richmond and Deputy Jake Forehand. They approached Sheriff Warren with the idea last year to have all of the county departments and agencies compete against each other to see who could raise the most food.

The food raising effort was so successful during the 2012 campaign that it was decided the Sheriff’s Offi ce would host the challenge again this year. From September 1st through September 30th both food and cash donations equaled 6,793 pounds of food; enough for approximately 11,000 meals according to The Foodbank of the Virginia Peninsula.

What was unique about this food drive is that all of the food goes directly to the local food pantries in Gloucester. Stated Sheriff Warren. “I am very proud of the generosity and efforts made by all who participated in this year’s food drive and so very pleased with the results.” The winning team for the challenge was the Gloucester County Circuit Court Clerk’s Offi ce staff who won their choice of lunch from the restaurants who graciously donated to this charitable cause: Chick-fi l-A, Pizza Hut, Subway, Dominoes, and Pappa John’s.

If you have questions about the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act or would like to apply for health care coverage, creating an online account is the quickest way to get information and apply for coverage. The Federal Health Insurance Marketplace provides online information at healthcare.gov and accepts applications. The federal website offers comparison shopping for private health insurance and helps determine eligibility for tax credits to help pay for coverage. Individual, family and small-business plans are available. Applications for Medicaid and Family Access to Medical Insurance Security (FAMIS) are also accepted. If you do not have internet access, call the Federal Health Insurance Marketplace Hotline at 1-800-318-2596.

When getting ready to sign up, be sure to have the following information ready:

• Social security numbers (or document numbers for any legal immigrants who need insurance)

• Birth dates • Employer and income

information for everyone in the family (such as pay stubs or W-2 wage and tax statements)

• Policy numbers for any current health insurance

• Information about any job-related health insurance available to your family.

CommonHelp Self-Service for Public

Assistance Benefi ts CommonHelp, an easy to use and secure self-service delivery system, will provide Virginians with the ability to screen, apply, check on the status of applications, update or renew for public assistance benefi ts online. Virginians can now apply for services 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from their homes, libraries, schools or anywhere the Internet is available to them. For some of our most vulnerable citizens, including the disabled and seniors, online services will make it easier to screen and apply for assistance. The public assistance programs currently available through CommonHelp include: temporary assistance for needy families (TANF), child care services, energy assistance, supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP), as well as medical assistance. Additional information about these programs may be found at www.dss.virginia.gov/benefi t/ or you may contact Gloucester Social Services at 693-2671.

Helpful Informationon the...

Important Contacts

ACA Info: www.healthcare.gov 800-318-2596 (TYY 855-889-4325)

Virginia Info: www.enroll-virginia. com 888-392-5132

Local Navigator Assistance: Heather Parsons, 757-275-0125.

Put a Freeze on Winter Fires

Visit www.vafi re.com

for Winter Fire Safety Information & Tips

Community HappeningsYour Public School NewsPage 6

Gloucester CountySchool Board Members

Mr. George (Randy) Burak, ChairpersonAbingdon District

4452 Mallard DriveGloucester, Virginia 23061

[email protected] or 693-7727

Mr. Kevin M. Smith, Vice-ChairMember At-Large

P. O. Box 1051Gloucester, Virginia 23061


Troy M. AndersenGloucester Point District

1912 Gloucester Point DriveGloucester Point, Virginia 23062


Ms. Ann F. BurrussMember At-Large

8659 Broad Marsh LaneHayes, Virginia 23072


Ms. Carla B. HookYork District

8380 Little England RoadHayes, Virginia 23072


Ms. Kimberly “Kim” HensleyWare District

7610 Springfi eld Court, Gloucester, VA 23061 [email protected] or 804-384-2414

Ms. Anita F. ParkerPetsworth District

6984 Deer Stand DriveGloucester, Virginia 23061


Job Opportunitieswith G.C.P.S!

Are you interested in keeping up-to-date on all the available job opportunities with

Gloucester County Public Schools? The Human Resource Department maintains a website

and regularly posts current job openings and announcements. Visit http://gets.gc.k12

and click on “Employment.” The Gloucester County School Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HIGH STAKES, STANDARDIZED TESTING

A Resolution Adopted by the Gloucester School Board on October 8, 2013

WHEREAS, the over reliance on standardized, high

stakes testing as the only assessment of learning that really matters in the state and federal accountability systems is strangling our public schools and undermining any chance that educators have to transform a traditional system of schooling into a broad range of learning experiences that better prepares our students to live successfully and be competitive on a global stage; and

WHEREAS, there is little research upon which to base the state’s assumption that by taking and passing thirty-four criterion-referenced tests between grades three and eleven, Virginia’s students will be better prepared to succeed in their careers and college; and

WHEREAS, we believe our state's future prosperity relies on a high-quality education system that prepares students for college and careers, and without such a system Virginia’s economic competitiveness and ability to attract new business will falter; and

WHEREAS, there is little research verifying Virginia’s method of applying criterion-referenced test results as valid and reliable measurements of authentic growth in student achievement; and

WHEREAS, there is little research verifying Virginia’s method of measuring student growth as a valid and reliable indicator of teacher, principal and superintendent performance; and

WHEREAS, the system that Virginia employs for high-stakes education accountability at both the state and federal level is based on the state’s method of confi guring criterion-referenced standardized tests, growth measures, and performance indicators, all of which lack any solid research foundation; and

WHEREAS, the real work of designing more engaging student learning experiences requires changes in the culture and structure of the systems in which teachers and students work; and

WHEREAS, what occurs in our classrooms every day should be student-centered and result in students learning at a deep and meaningful level, as opposed to the superfi cial level of learning that results from the current over-emphasis on that which can be easily tested by standardized tests; and

WHEREAS, We believe that a balanced system of assessments that provide a more comprehensive analysis of student learning and growth is far better in defi ning achievement than using snapshots of student performance on criterion-referenced tests (see VASS Blueprint, October 2011); and

WHEREAS, Our vision is for all students to be engaged in more meaningful learning activities that cultivate their unique individual talents, to provide options for students that are designed to respect how they learn best, and to embrace the concept that students can be both consumers and creators of knowledge; and

WHEREAS, only by developing new capacities and conditions in divisions and schools, and the communities in which they are embedded, will we ensure that all learning spaces foster and celebrate innovation, creativity, problem solving, collaboration, communication and critical thinking; and

WHEREAS, these are the very skills that business leaders desire in a rising workforce and the very attitudes that are essential to the survival of our democracy; and

WHEREAS, imposing relentless test preparation and boring memorization of facts to enhance test performance is doing little more than stealing the love of learning from our students and assuring that we fall short of our goals; and

WHEREAS, we do not oppose accountability in public schools and point with pride to the stellar performance of our students, but believe that the system of the past will not prepare our students to lead in the future and neither will the standardized tests that so dominate their instructional time and block our ability to make progress toward a world-class education system of student-centered schools and future-ready students.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE...Gloucester County School Board calls on the Virginia General Assembly to reexamine Virginia public school assessments and the system of accountability for which they form the basis and to improve the current accountability system so that it encompasses balanced assessments, refl ects greater validity, uses more cost effi cient sampling techniques and other external evaluation arrangements, allows for expedited test retakes, and more accurately refl ects what students know, appreciate and can do in terms of the rigorous standards essential to their success, enhances the role of teachers as designers, guides to instruction and leaders, and nurtures the sense of inquiry and love of learning in all students.


Did You Know...that high effi ciency LED lighting

was installed in the high school auditorium which resulted in 95% reduction in energy?

Make a Difference -- Get Involved!

The research and evidence is clear — parent and community involvement in education makes a POSITIVE DIFFERENCE! When schools, parents, families and the community all work together to support learning, everyone benefi ts. There are many ways parents, community members, organizations and businesses may get involved in Gloucester County Public Schools. All you need is a desire to participate and a willingness to give of your time and talents.

How You Can Help?• Volunteer to be a tutor, mentor, classroom assistant or school helper.• Offer to assist in a school enrichment class or club.• Encourage your community group, business or workplace to “adopt” a school or classroom.• Be a room parent, a lunch buddy or a classroom speaker on a special expertise or skill.• Offer to help with school special events and activities.• Share your skills and help build shelves, plant a learning garden or design a database.• Be an at-home or evening volunteer and help with take-home tasks.

School Contacts for Involvement Opportunities: Abingdon Elementary School.........................Deanna Johnson...............642-9240Achilles Elementary School........................... Debbie Bone................... 642-9160Bethel Elementary School.............................. Valerie Lewis...................693-0654Botetourt Elementary School..........................Martha Moss....................693-1419Petsworth Elementary School........................ Cindy Thomas..................693-4555Peasley Middle School (6-7th Grades)...........Elizabeth Ripley ..............693-1499

This fall, Botetourt Elementary School principal, Bambi Thompson, promised she would kiss a pig if the PTA increased its 2012-13 membership of 230 by 5 percent. The subsequent membership increase far surpassed that goal, now standing at 370, so Thompson puckered up to kiss Pinkey the Piglet, above during an outdoor SCA rally on Friday. Pinky was escorted by her owner, Marlo Johnson, at left. The PTA membership

increase included 100 percent participation by the school staff.

Abingdon Elementary School students benefi ted from generous donations of school supplies by local organizations. Above,

the staff and providers at Sentara Family Medicine Physicians donated backpacks full of supplies. Donations were also

received from EVB Bank employees and Epsilon Eta Chapter of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority members.

Gloucester’s school division continues to emphasize green initiatives, having previously received 1st & 2nd place recognition in the Virginia School Board Association’s Green Schools Challenge. The division is ranked and scored on various initiative categories which include policies, energy effi ciencies, education/community partnerships, school/student involvement, and innovations.

The recognitions are a refl ection of the ongoing efforts of the entire school team from custodians and support staff to school administration, teachers and students.

Of great importance is the promotion and adoption of the vision of a green consciousness owned by our students. Students of all grade levels are establishing habits for home and for the future. One example of this initiative is the promotion of the “Go Green Attitude” with teachers and students throughout the year.

To view the impressive list of “Go Green” energy and sustainability initiatives, visit http://gets.gc.k12.va.us under “Departments” and “Administrative Services.”

Go Green Emphasis Pays Off


Gloucester County Public Schools has an automated program (School Dude Facilities Direct) for viewing the Division-Wide Event Calendar and/or for submitting requests for rental of school facilities.

For your convenience, the Division-Wide Event Calendar link may be accessed from several locations on the GCPS home web page as follows:

1. On the menu – under the Parents/Community heading – choose Division-Wide Event Calendar

2. On the menu – under the Parents/Community heading – choose Request GCPS Facilities Use – choose Division-Wide Event Calendar

3. In the information box – under the Parents/Community heading – choose Division Information & Calendars – choose Division-Wide Event CalendarPlease note that you may sort/fi lter the calendar by month, location, organization, event, etc.

For community use requests (free usage of community use schools on community use nights), please contact the Community Education Coordinator at Achilles, Abingdon, Botetourt or Peasley schools for specifi c days and times available.

The General Public/Non-School Groups Rental Request application, the Organization Event Coordinator application for 1st time users, and related instructional guide(s) may be accessed from the GCPS home web page under “Parents/Community” link. If you have any questions, please call the specifi c school you are requesting to use, or send an email to [email protected].

Scheduling Use of School Facilities

Check Out Our Website...

http://gloucester.schooldesk.net/

ElementarySchool Spots

Abingdon Elementary School Family Reading Night, Thursdays, 4-5:30 p.m. Chick-fi l-A Spirit Nights, 2nd Thursdays 11/11: Veteran’s Day Breakfast, 7:30 am 11/15: PTA Family Craft Night, 6-8 pm 11/18: All Pro Dads Breakfast, 7:30 am 12/9: All Pro Dads Breakfast, 7:30 am 12/13: Barnes & Noble Night, 5-8 pm 12/20: Holly Day Breakfast, 7-8:30 am 1/10: PTA Family Bingo Night, 6-8 pm 1/13: All Pro Dads Breakfast, 7:30am 1/30: Art Show Grades 2 & 3 2/7: PTA Family Sweetheart Dance, 6-8pm 2/10: All Pro Dads Breakfast, 7:30-8:30 a.m. 2/14: Valentine’s Day Breakfast, 7:30am

Achilles Elementary School 11/8: PTA Sock Hop 11/25 & 26: Parent Conferences 12/6: Barnes & Noble Night, 6:30-8:30 12/19: PTA Santa Breakfast & Craft Night 1/1: DARE Graduation, 6:30 pm 1/23: PTA Talent Show, 7 pm

Bethel Elementary School 11/7: Grade 4 & 5 Science Fair, 6 pm 11/11: Veterans Day Lunch 11/18: All Pro Dads Breakfast 11/22: Barnes & Noble Night, 6:30-8:30pm 12/6: Holiday Tree Trimming, 6 pm 12/20: Grade Level Concerts 1/23: Chick-fi l-A Spirit Night, 6:30-8:30 pm 1/23: Title 1 Reading Night 1/29: All Pro Dads Breakfast Botetourt Elementary School Chick-fi l-A Spirit Nights – 1st Tuesday, 5-8 p.m. 11/6: Patriotic Musical, 6:30 pm 11/15: Barnes & Noble Night, 6:30-8:30 12/7: PTA Santa Shop, Noon-5 pm 12/18: DARE Graduation, 6:30 pm 1/17: Family Movie Night, 6:30 pm Petsworth Elementary School 11/10-15: PTA Book Fairs 11/11: Veterans Lunch 11/11: 4th Grade Tribute to Veterans, 7 pm 11/18: All Pro Dads Breakfast 11/21: Chick-fi l-A Spirit Night, 5-8 p.m. 11/22: Turkey Trot 12/12: Lunch with Santa 12/16: K & 1 Holiday Performance 1/7: DARE Graduation, 7pm 1/10: PTA Movie Night

Peasley Middle School 11/15: PTA Mother/Son Bingo, 6-8 pm 12/12: Holiday Band Concert, 7-9 pm 12/19: Holiday Chorus Concert, 7-8:30 pm 1/31: PTA Father/Daughter Dance, 7-8:30pm

GHS 2013 “Hall of Fame” Athletic Inductees RecognizedAn exiting evening was enjoyed by all for the 2013 Gloucester High School Athletic Hall of

Fame induction ceremony and reception. Six candidates were selected and honored for excelling in their respective sports or serving in a coaching/support role. Those recognized included:

Clint Binder, Class of 1997, holds the GHS pole vaulting record and the Peninsula District record and was a district and regional champion and a state runner-up. Binder was on the Top Ten list of pole vaulters at University of Tennessee.

Sherwin Green, Class of 1972, was a two-time all district basketball selection and was the third all-time leading scorer for Christopher Newport University.

Joey Legg, Class of 1997, was a Peninsula District wrestling champion and an Eastern Region champion. He was third in state in 1996 and the state champion in 1997. Legg also played soccer for GHS and received second team all-district honors in 1996 and 1997.

Jerry Morgan, who taught at GHS for almost 40 years, coached golf, baseball and junior varsity basketball and football and served as the school athletic director from 1985 to 1995.

Tim Poland, Class of 1976, earned bids to the VHSL state tournament during his junior and senior years. Poland continued his golf career at Ferrum College and PGA tour.

Cindy Robins who was recognized for her 17 years of service to the GHS Athletic Boosters Club.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!Saturday, February 15, 2014

GCPS Educational Foundation’s 8K Run/3K Walk for Education

(Begins at GHS -- 9:30 a.m.)

Stay tuned for more details!

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The members of the Special Education Advisory Committee for Gloucester County Public Schools would like to extend an invitation for you to attend our quarterly meetings. The committee, which includes parents of children with disabilities and persons with disabilities, discusses not only federal/state regulations governing special education, but also local special education issues. Most meetings include a presentation by a guest speaker on a particular issue relating to special education.

If you have any questions or need information, please call the Special Education offi ce at 693-7880. Our meetings are open to anyone. Plan to join us at Botetourt Elementary School at 4:30 p.m. on the following dates:

• Tuesday, December 10, 2013 • Tuesday, February 18, 2013 • Tuesday, April 1, 2014

We look forward to seeing some new faces at the meetings this upcoming school year!

Special Education Advisory Committee

CENTRAL FOOD SERVICE “Healthy Changes Are Happening!”

HEALTHY CHANGES: This year we are meeting tough new federal nutrition standards for school meals, ensuring that meals are healthy and well-balanced and provide students all the nutrition they need to succeed at school. A few changes you may have noticed:

• Fat-free or 1% milk (fl avored milk must be fat-free);• Larger servings of vegetables and fruits (students must choose at least one serving);• Greater variety of vegetables, including dark green and red/orange, and beans/legumes;• More whole grains, including whole grain breads and buns;• Weekly maximums and minimums on grains and meats/protein; and less sodiumOur cafeteria staffs are working with vendors to bring in new products that students will not only

like but will meet federal regulations.

NUTRI-CAFÉ: Learn the nutrition facts about the food served in our cafeterias through our virtual Nutri-Café which allows students and parents to learn the nutritional value of their meal choices. Simply click and drag menu items to the tray and Nutri-Café will total calories and carbohydrates; a great feature for diabetics. Visit http://nutri-cafe.com/ChooseSchool.aspx

mySchoolBucks: Do you want to know how much money your child has in his/her meal account or see what he/she is eating at school? Visit www.myschoolbucks.com and add money to your child’s meal account for a processing fee of $2.50 per child. You can always send in a check or cash at no extra charge.

Check out new television programming featuring Gloucester students producing

Gloucester video programs for viewing on cable channel 47 and VOD.

http://gets.gc.k12.va.us

Middle Peninsula Regional Special Education Program The Middle Peninsula Regional Special Education Program serves autistic and multi-disabled

students from Gloucester, Mathews, Middlesex Counties and the Town of West Point. The Board of Control meets quarterly and are open to the public. The meetings are held at the .Gloucester County Public Schools Administration Building (6489 Main Street, Gloucester, Virginia) in the Superintendent’s conference room #305, third fl oor. The upcoming meetings dates are November 13, 2013 and February 12, 2014. If you have any questions, please call 693-7944.

DO YOU NEED A JOBbut want to be home when your children

are off from school?

WE HAVE THE ANSWER!!Become a substitute school bus driver!

Requirements:You must be 21 years of age and have a good driving record.

Training will be provided to include a 24 hour classroom and 24 hour road training

Benefi ts as a Contract Driver:Retirement; Medical & Dental Insurance; Sick & Personal Leave

Salaried 10-month position with 12 months paid.

For more information, contact GCPS at 693-5300.

Food Lion has started a new Classroom Rewards Program! All you have to do is register your MVP card and designated a Gloucester school and the school will receive one point for every dollar spent on Food Lion brand products. The schools can then redeem the points for up to $1,000 in educational supplies and materials.

You can register your MVP card by visiting www.foodlionMVPrewards.com to enroll in the program. Every time you shop, just present your MPV card and points will be automatically applied to your school. It’s that easy!

Winter 2013\14

CONTACT US

PARKS, RECREATION & TOURISM6467 Main Street

Gloucester, Virginia 23061804-693-2355

Main Offi ce-County Offi ce Bldg 1Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

GLOUCESTER VISITOR’S CENTER6467 Main Street

Gloucester, Virginia 23061804-693-3215

Location - 6509 Main StreetMon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 1-4pm

CALL US @ the Main Offi ce:Chris Myers, Admin Coord - 693-2355

Denise Carter, Supervisor - 693-1264

Katey Legg, Recreation Superintendent - 693-1270

Billy Moore, Athletics - 693-1262

Rita Peer, Admin Asst - 693-1255

Hilton Snowdon, Tourism Coord. 693-0014

Carol Steele, Director - 693-1261

CALL US @ Gloucester ParksEddie Hester, Park Ranger - 693-2107

Dwight Marsh, Park Maint Tech - 693-2107

Kathy Mixon, Park Ranger - 694-6850

Patt i McGrath, Park Manager - 693-2107

COUNTY PARK LOCATORABINGDON PARK

7055 Powhatan Drive

ARK PARKNumber Nine Road

BEAVERDAM PARK8687 Roaring Springs Road

9537 Fary’s Mill Road804-693-2107

BROWN PARKFoster Road

GLOUCESTER POINT BEACH PARK1255 Greate Road

WOODVILLE PARKBray’s Point Road

Gloucester Parks, Recreation & Tourism

Beaverdam Park 693-2107

OnLine Registration at htt ps://rec.gloucesterva.infoPage 2

Beaverdam Park has something for everyone with its 635 acre lake and 1,340 acres of natural splendor. Beaverdam is open 7 days/week and is located in the central part of the county. The main entrance to Beaverdam Park is located at 8687 Roaring Springs Rd (Rt 616), off of Main St in Gloucester Court House. The second entrance to the park is located at 9537 Fary’s Mill Rd (Rt 606).

January 7:30am to 5:30pmFebruary 7:30am to 6:00pm

March 1-8 7:00am to 6:30pmMarch 9-31 7:00am to 7:30pm

April 6:30am - 8:00pmMay thru Labor Day (9/5) 6:00am - 8:30pm

September 7:00am to 7:30pmOctober 7:00am to 6:30pm

November 1-3 7:00am to 6:30pmNovember 4-30 7:00am to 5:00pm

December 7:30am to 5:00pmClosed on Christmas Day

PARK OFFERINGS• Whitcomb Lodge, Smith Shelter, Beaverdam Shelter & picnic areas• Freshwater lake fi shing• VA Hunting & Fishing Licenses• Jon boats, kayaks, canoes & peddle boats for rent• Over 9 miles of various hiking, biking & horseback riding trails

For more information or to make facility reservations, please give us a call at 804-693-2107 or visit the park’s website.

2014 BIG BASH OPEN BASS TOURNAMENTFive open tournaments are held throughout the spring/summer for fi sherman to accumulate points towards a fi nal closed Big Bash October Classic Tournament. The top 20 teams then compete to determine Beaverdam Park’s top fi sherman of the season. The entry fee/tournament is $35/boat for annual pass holders & $40/boat for non-pass holders.

FISHINGNO charge to fi sh from fi shing pier or bank. VA Fresh Water Fishing License required for anyone over the age of 15. Personal Boat daily launch fee $6 ( jon boat/gheenoe) & $3 (canoe/kayak). Annual Passes are available to purchase for the 2014 year right now. Right in time for the Holidays! Fees collected at Ranger Station. Motored watercraft must be electric, gasoline motors not permitt ed on the lake.

SANTA ON THE TRAILFor children of all ages. Get in spirit for the holiday season at Beaverdam Park. Enjoy a short hike along a naturally decorated trail to fi nd SANTA. Have a magical time and stay for some cocoa and cookies. Digital pictures of your child and Santa can be sent to you via email.863090-36, Sat, 12/14, 10am-5pm, $5/child, deadline 12/7.

BEAVERDAM SCAVENGER HUNTFor ages 7-14. Hunt through the park and the trails to fi nd some neat and interesting items. Explore the natural wonder of the woods, enjoy the fresh air and learn the grounds at Beaverdam. Prizes awarded to kids that complete the hunt.863090-37, Sat, 1/11, 10-11:30am, $5/child, deadline 1/4.

HEAR THE LOVE STORY OF ELTON AND PENELOPEFor all ages. It was a tale of Duck meets Goose. Both the Duck (Elton) and the Goose (Penelope) know that their species won’t let them be together. Neither care, and they manage to defy all odds. Come see their love story unfold at the Whitcomb Lodge863090-38, Sat, 2/15, 10-11:30am, @Whitcomb Lodge, Free but registration is required, deadline 2/8.

LIKE TO RUN OR JUST A WALKFor all ages, stay healthy by staying active! Beaverdam Park is a beautiful place to run or walk, so come on, let’s go! Registration also accepted on site.* Happy New Year 5K, start 2014 off on the right foot: 863090-39, Sat, 1/4, 10am, $3/ person.* The Groundhog Bett er Watch Out 5K, will help shake off that cabin fever! 863090-40, Sat, 2/1, 10am, $3 per person.

PR&T Athletics 693-2355 & Playline 693-5811

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ADULT ATHLETICS

VERY SLOW, POT BELLIED, BALD HEADED, BAD KNEES, OVER 35

BASKETBALL LEAGUEFor ages 35 & older by fi rst game or women 18 & over if not currently playing college basketball. Fun & exercise, no awards, modifi ed league, no fast break after missed shot by outlet pass, no pressing til last 2 min. of each half. Scoring Max 8 baskets/game, unlimited foul shots.320530-22, Mon-Thu, 2/24-4/30, 6:30-9:30 pm, @Achilles, Bethel & Botetourt, $385/team, deadline 2/3

SOMEWHAT SLOW, GETTING A GUT, THINNING HAIR, ACHING KNEES, OVER

35 BASKETBALL LEAGUEFor ages 35 & older by fi rst game. Straight up VA High School rules (sorry, no dunking), single elimination tournament, team trophies, more competitive league.320530-17, Mon-Thu, 2/24-4/30, 6:30-9:30 pm, @Peasley, Achilles, Botetourt & Bethel, $450/team, deadline 2/3

ANCIENT HISTORY BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Men 50 & older or women 35 & over by fi rst game. Yes, the rules have been modifi ed. No fast break after a missed shot by using an outlet pass or pressing allowed. Teams must supply their own oxygen tanks!! Register by team, if you don’t have a team we will try to help you fi nd one, call 804-693-1262. No awards.320540-11, Mon-Thu, 2/24-4/30, 6:30-8:30, @Botetourt, Bethel, Achilles, $245/team, 1 offi cial/game, deadline 2/3

FLAG FOOTBALL FOR ADULTSFor ages 18 & over & out of high school. Limited contact league, 7 man football with 16 max roster, 10 game schedule, top 4 teams in playoff s, team trophies. Organizational meeting Thu, 1/8, 6:30 pm, PR&T Offi ce. POOR SPORTSMANSHIP WILL NOT BE TOLERATED, players & or teams will be suspended. Three offi cials/ game.310700-26, Sun, Mid Jan-Apr, 12:30-dark, @Bethel or Page, $665/team, deadline 1/6

YOUTH ATHLETICSALL AGES AS OF 9/30/13. Fun & sportsmanship are the goals for all youth sports equal play leagues. No standings kept. Players must wear proper shoes/cleats. Shin guards required for soccer,. Shin guards, eye protection, mouth piece & stick required for fi eld hockey. Equal play time for all regularly att ending participants. Teams meet twice a week.

SENIOR LEAGUE BASKETBALLFor boys & girls ages 15-18, still in high school. 8-10 games & single elimination tournament. Mandatory player assessment night 1/9, 6:30 pm, Peasley.310550-13 boys, 310550-22 girls, Mon-Thu, 1/20-3/27, 6:30-9:30 pm, @Peasley, Achilles (mostly/all Peasley), $40, deadline 1/3

JUNIOR LEAGUE BASKETBALLFor ages 12-14. Boys & girls divisions off ered, if low registration will play a co-rec league. 8-10 game schedule. Mandatory Player Assessment Night Tue, 1/7, 6:30 girls, 7 boys, Peasley.310540-32 boys, 310540-18 girls, Mon-Thu-some Sat, 1/20-3/27, 6:30-9:30 pm, @Achilles, Bethel, Botetourt & Peasley, $40, deadline 1/3

FIELD HOCKEYFor ages 8-10, 11-13, 14-18, 18’s still in high school. ONLY 13 yr old, fall JV or varsity school players may play in 14-18 division. Designed for fun & sportsmanship, no standings kept. All players must have shin guards, mouthpiece, protective eyewear & a stick. Practice twice per week, games Sat or Sun.8-10 yrs 411730-05, 11-13 yrs 411710-03, 14-18 yrs 411720-07, Mon-Thu & Sat, 3/24-6/7, 5 & 6 pm weekdays, 9-6 Sat, Sun afternoons, $40, deadline 3/3

STAR WINTER GAMESFor special needs youth ages 5-18. Sports & games to their individual needs. Fun evening for all. Question on whether this program is for your child call 693-1262.350111-24, Fri, 12/6-2/21, 6-7:15, @Botetourt, $15, deadline 11/28

COACHES & OFFICIALSVolunteer coaches & referees are needed for basketball, softball, fi eld hockey & soccer leagues. Training is provided. The pay’s not good, but the rewards are GREAT! Super way to support the youth of your community. For info on volunteering call Billy Moore, 693-1262.

TRADE ‘EM IN!PR&T has a soccer cleat exchange program. Bring in a pair of usable soccer cleats & trade them for another size. Don’t have a pair to trade, if we have a pair that fi ts, just donate $5 to Park Partners. If you have cleats that no longer fi t, consider donating them to this program.

SPRING YOUTH SOCCER

ALL SOCCER PLAYERS REMAIN IN SAME DIVISION AS FALL SOCCER, if applicable.

All Players Must Wear Shin Guards.

RUGRATS, LOONEY TOONS & JUNIORS DivisionsFor ages 5-11. Main goal of leagues is sportsmanship, learning & fun. Mon-Thu practices @ Bethel, Peasley, TC Walker, Ark & Abingdon Parks. Games Sat 8:30 am-dark or Sun 1:30 pm-dark, Ark & Abingdon Parks. 2/24-5/10, $40, deadline 2/3410320-07 Rugrats (simplifi ed rules for 5 yr olds),410330-08 Looney Toons (6-8 yrs),410340-06 Juniors (9-11 yrs)

SENIORS & MASTERS DIVISIONSFor ages 12-18. Senior Division 12-14 yrs, Masters Division 15-18 yrs, 18’s still in High School. The main goal of these leagues is sportsmanship & fun. Some out of county games. Practices Mon-Thu @ Bethel, Ark & Abingdon parks. Games Sat 8:30 am-dark or Sun 1:30 pm to dark. 3/10-5/17, $40, deadline 3/710350-10 12-14 boys,410350-30 12-14 girls410360-49 15-18 boys,410360-50 15-18 girls

SOCCER PLAYTIMEFor age 4. MUST BE 4 ON 9/30/13. Goal: to let kids get comfortable with a soccer ball & be around other kids in an athletic sett ing. Basic skills taught, fun drills, relay races & no games. 8 meetings. Fall players remain in PLAYTIME for the spring season. 410310-10, 1 day/week, Mon-Thu, 3/10-4/17, 5 or 5:30 pm for 45 minutes & Sat, 9 am, Noon, 1 pm or 2 pm, TC Walker, Ark & Abingdon parks, $15, deadline 2/3

REGISTRATION BEGINS NOVEMBER 18 for Gloucester County Residents and on November 20 for out of county residents.

Special Events 693-2355

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www.gloucesterparks.org

The 2014 Christmas & Holiday Parade route has changed! Parade LINE-UP will

be held at the MAIN STREET CENTER & the Parade will END at BOTETOURT.

Share your talents & passion - work for Gloucester County Parks and Recreation!

We are geared up to expand our program off erings! Experienced individuals to work as part-time Specialty Instructors are needed for programs, recreation classes and activities, for all age groups. Instructors of everything from arts and athletics, computers, cooking, dancing, gardening and more.

Visit www.gloucesterva.jobs for application and more information.

Gloucester Tourism 693-0014

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Gloucester Visitor’s Center6509 Main Street

This beautiful historic building now serves Gloucester County as it’s Visitors Center. Staffed by volunteers and open daily, the Visitor’s Center has welcomed folks from each of the fi fty United States and countries world wide! Yes, our little county has visitors from the entire planet. When these visitors arrive they are met by Gloucester Citizens, folks just like you and me. In order to keep the doors to our County open, we need your help. Please consider volunteering at the Visitor’s Center. You will meet lots of nice people and you will help your neighbors. So many times we take our homeland for granted, never experiencing the wonders that others travel here to see.

Discover Gloucester’s many wonders. Share with your friends, neighbors and our visitors. Help us to show folks, both here and elsewhere, what a wonderful place Gloucester County IS. Call today 693-0014 to schedule your training and become a Gloucester County Visitor Center Volunteer.

Gloucester County Expands Visitors Information Service

For years, Gloucester County has wanted to provide a visitors center close to the Coleman Bridge where some 75%+ of tourists traveling to Gloucester enter. However purchasing a location and available buildings have been cost prohibitive. In October, the county placed a request for proposal out to businesses in the Gloucester Point area looking to expand our visitor information services. Parks, Recreation & Tourism is pleased to announce a new partnership with Whitley’s Peanuts Factory. Space is being allocated in their store for maps, brochures, directories and information about Gloucester and other visitor centers throughout the state. There will be blue & white Tourist Information Center signs on HWY 17 and signs at their actual location, 1977 George Washington Highway. We think this unique partnership will be benefi cial to both.

The holiday season is in full swing with the festive lamp post banners courtesy of the Cook Foundation and the attractive garlands and lights by the Walter Reed and Gloucester Garden Clubs. This year the Holiday Parade will be Saturday December 7th at 2:00 pm. The Main Street Business Open House, Tree Lighting, and kids visiting Santa will happen Sunday December 8th. Gloucester Arts on Main Street will be assisting kids with making their personalized cards and ornaments.

SOCIAL DANCING INSTRUCTIONFor ages 16 & older. Get started in social dancing for fun! Two styles are off ered: American Smooth Style, featuring Basic Foxtrot, Waltz, Rumba, Tango, Cha-cha & Swing; and Latin Smooth Style, featuring Bolero, Samba, Argentine Tango, Merengue, Salsa & Mambo. Instructor: June Brown. Tue @Botetourt $30/session

American Smooth Style 6:45-7:45 pm621101-24 1/7-2/11 Deadline: 1/6621101-25 2/18-3/25 Deadline: 2/17Latin Smooth Style 7:45-8:45 pm621103-24 1/7-2/11 Deadline: 1/6621103-25 2/18-3/25 Deadline: 2/17

LOW IMPACT/STEP AEROBICSFor ages 13 & older. Get a cardiovascular workout. STEP is part of this session, avoiding heavy stress on joints or having to jog or jump. Bring your own step or the instructor will provide one. Instructor: Suellen Hooper. 6:00–7:00 pm, Mon & Wed @Church of St. Therese. $30/session621200-14 1/6-2/12 Deadline: 1/3621200-15 2/17-3/26 Deadline: 2/14

LITTLE DRAGON YOGAAges 5-8. Kids will explore the world of yoga through stories, songs and games in a non-competitive, creative space. Kids will learn basic poses customized to them, allowing them to stretch their bodies and imaginations in this child-based practice. Instructor: Charlott e Siemiatkowski, Classes held Sat @Creative Learning Preschool, 7369 Carriage Court, $30 per session.611900-08 1/11-2/15 9-10 am (ages 5-8) Deadline: 1/3611900-09 1/11-2/15 10-11 am (ages 9-12) Deadline: 1/3611900-10 2/22-3/29 9-10 am (ages 5-8) Deadline: 2/14611900-11 2/22-3/29 10-11 am (ages 9-12) Deadline: 2/14


PR&T Classes 693-2355

KARATEAges 4+. Learn the Shorinji Ryu style Japanese Karate. This provides the opportunity to increase balance, strength, self- discipline, and self-confi dence. Kata forms are traditional and can be used in AAU or open tournament. Instructor: Brian Jensen. Thu @Achilles Cafeteria, January 9-March 27611601-05 Ages 4-7 6:00-6:30 pm $30611602-05 Ages 8-12 6:30-7:30 pm $40611603-05 Ages 13+ 7:30-8:30 pm $40

FOOD HANDLER COURSE – SERVSAFE CERTIFICATIONThis program is ideal for those in the restaurant industry. Gloucester County Code requires one full-time staff person per establishment be certifi ed. Course will cover contamination, food borne illnesses, food storage, food preparation, employee training, sanitation and more. Att endance at all classes is mandatory for certifi cation.Tue & Thu, 2:00-5:00 pm, @Whitcomb Lodge. $175 per person. Taught by certifi ed instructor Marilyn Morris.623400-04 2/4-2/20 Deadline: 1/21623400-05 Test Only – 2/20 ($70) Deadline: 2/4

CLASS INFORMATION, UPDATES, CHANGES & NOTICES ARE SENT BY EMAIL. DON’T MISS OUT,

UPDATE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS TODAY!

WINTER GYMNASTICSFor ages 3-18 (still in high school). This is one of three sessions of gymnastics off ered during the school year. Classes are conducted under the overall supervision of Jeanett e Stevens. Parents are not permitt ed at practice sessions; however an open house will be conducted near the end of the session.

Mon @Abingdon - no class 1/20 or 2/17 makeups off ered 610111-25 Beginner 3-5 years 12/9-3/3 :30-5:15 pm $65 610131-16 Beginner Kindergarten & up 12/9-3/3 5:15-6:00 pm $65 610113-17 Intermediate 3-6 years 12/9-3/3 6:00-6:45 pm $65 610133-13 Intermediate 6 & up 12/9-3/3 6:45-7:30 pm $65

Wed @Abingdon 610131-17 Beginner Kindergarten & up 12/11-3/5 4:30-5:15 pm $65 610112-04 Begin/Inter 3-6 years old 12/11-3/5 5:15-6:00 pm $65 610132-20 Begin/Inter 6-9 years old 12/11-3/5 6:00-6:45 pm $65 610132-21 Begin/Inter 9 & Up 12/11-3/5 6:45-7:30 pm $65

Thu @Botetourt 610111-26 Beginner 3-6 year old 12/12-3/6 4:30-5:15 pm $65 610132-19 Beg/Inter Kindergarten & up 12/12-3/6 5:15-6:00 pm $65 610154-11 Advanced 9 & Under 12/12-3/6 6:00-7:00 pm $75 610165-09 Adv 10 & up/High Adv. Any 12/12-3/6 7:00-8:00 pm $75

WINTER REGISTRATION BEGINS on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 FOR COUNTY RESIDENTSWEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20 for non county residents.

PR&T Classes 693-2355

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STAY ACTIVE TO STAY HEALTHY!Don’t sit around this winter, take a class to keep yourself

moving when it’s cold outside! Be Active At Least One Hour Per Day, you have lots of choices, Take a Hike at

Beaverdam, Join a League, Rent an Exercise Video, Walk down your street, it doesn’t matt er what you do just do

SOMETHING!!! IT WILL PAY OFF!!!

FIGURE DRAWING IN PENCILThis basic drawing class explores the human fi gure and developing an understanding of the body’s underlying energy, geometry and anatomical structure. This workshop will address proportion, foreshortening, and basic use of light and shadow to draw the fi gure as a convincing form. No experience required. Supply kit available for $15. $50/person, Wed @Abingdon.621800-29 12/11 5:00-9:00 pm Deadline: 11/20

DRAWING TREES AND FOLIAGELearn to draw a simple tree, a subject popular with artists as they depict the beauty of nature. Following that, we’ll discover the eff ect of the four seasons on foliage, exploring and understanding light sources, shadows and three dimensional eff ects. No experience required. Supply kit available for $15. $50/person, Tue @Botetourt.621800-30 12/17 5:00-9:00 pm Deadline: 12/9

POLYMER CLAY FOR KIDSFor ages 7-12. In this fun polymer clay class, designed specifi cally for kids, students will learn how to use a variety of techniques to create an assortment of miniature food, beads and tiny human and animal fi gures. All supplies included, $40/child, Thu @Botetourt612800-01 12/19 5:00-8:00 pm Deadline: 12/11

DRAWING FOR THE TRULY TERRIFIEDTaught with patience, humor, and the practical goal that you will be able to enjoy drawing for the rest of your life, this workshop is designed for absolute beginners and those declare they “don’t have a creative bone in their body.” Guiding you toward your own personal style, we will explore key techniques of drawing and diff erent ways they can be creatively combined. Through explanation, demonstration and practice, your confi dence will be boosted and drawing will fi nally be demystifi ed and become enjoyable. All supplies included, $60/person, Wed @Abingdon.621800-31 1/8 5:00-9:00pm Deadline: 12/30

BASICS OF PENCIL DRAWINGIn this 6 week course, we will explore the basics of pencil drawing, tools, perspective, light sources, shading and proportion. Great for the beginner or a nice refresher for busy people who haven’t had the opportunity to create for awhile. No experience required. $60/person, all supplies included. Wed @Abingdon.621800-32 1/15-2/19 6:30-8:30pm Deadline: 1/3

INTRO TO WATER COLOR PENCILSThis class explores the amazing possibilities of watercolor pencils, providing students with an overview of necessary materials and basic techniques, how to mix colors, create washes, layer colors and more. We will then see how these painting techniques are employed to capture a variety of popular subjects, including landscapes, fl owers, skies, trees, and buildings. $60/person, all supplies included, [email protected] 1/30 5:00-9:00 pm Deadline: 1/16

PENCIL DRAWING II: IT’S IN THE DETAILSIn this six week course, we will expand upon the basic drawing techniques and explore the intricate details and tips that make a rendering come to life! Through a series of simple studies, learn how to replicate refl ective surfaces, fabric, wood, skin, fur, hair, plant life, paper and rust, just to mention a few! Review and practice of perspective and shading will also be included. Some experience with basic drawing is required. $50/person (supply list provided), Wed @Abingdon.621800-33 2/26-4/2 6:30-8:30pm Deadline: 2/12

REVEAL YOUR REMBRANDT

WINTER REGISTRATION BEGINS:MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 FOR COUNTY RESIDENTS

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20 for non county residents

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of our activities & parks!


Best Years Club 693-2355TRIPS FOR THE ACTIVE OLDER ADULT!

• For age 55 & older• Registration Begins November 18 at 8:00 am in offi ce

or OnLine • Payment for each trip is due at the time of registration.• Cancellations made prior to the deadline will receive a

credit/refund, minus $10 administrative fee.• No refunds/credits after deadline unless medical, Dr.’s

note required.

BIZARRE BAZAARGet a litt le holiday shopping done with some unique gifts for everyone. We’ll get in early to enjoy two hours of stroller-free shopping. The Bizarre Bazaar is extremely popular & always crowded, so you know how important that is! Lunch is available on site for purchase, on your own. Wear your walking shoes.632300-29 Thu 12/5 6:30am-5:00pm $25 Deadline: 11/22

CHRISTMAS SHOW – Outer BanksJoin Natalie Drummond & several members of the Outer Banks Music Showcase’s original cast as they celebrate Christmas. Special guests Limelight Kids Show Choir & the First Flight High School Glee Choir. We’ll stop for lunch before the show, on your own.632300-30 Sat 12/7 9:00am-6:30pm $40 Deadline: 11/29

WHITE CHRISTMAS - Riverside Dinner TheaterFollow two WWII buddies who team up to form a successful night club act & move to the Broadway stage, where they become producers with a hit musical. Sisters Bett y & Judy join the group as they travel to Vermont to save the Columbia Inn. Lunch is included.

632300-31 Wed 12/11 9:30am-6:30pm $75 Deadline: 11/26

THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE Litt le Theater of Norfolk

Enjoy a fast-paced comedic rendition of all of Shakespeare’s plays that will leave you breathless & helpless with laughter. We’ll stop for dinner after the show, on your own.632300-32 Sun 1/12 12:30-8:00pm $35 Deadline: 12/30

THE SMITHSONIAN & NATIONAL MALLHave you wanted to see the museums of The Smithsonian, but didn’t want to deal with the traffi c? We can help! Spend a day exploring the many buildings of The National Mall, including the American & Natural History Museums, the Air & Space Museum, the Smithsonian Castle & more! We’ll get you there, & you can explore whatever you’d like. Wear your walking shoes & have lunch at one of the museums, on your own. 632300-33 Tue 1/28 6:30am-7:00pm $25 Deadline: 1/14

HOLLYWOOD IN COSTUME - Virginia Museum of Fine ArtsCheck out costumes from The Wizard of Oz, My Fair Lady, Superman & more! In addition, get access to the Made in Hollywood exhibit featuring the work of more than 50 photographers in another special exhibit. 632300-34 Tue 2/4 8:30am-5:00pm $35 Deadline: 1/14

BLACK TIE – Litt le Theater of Virginia BeachThe father of the groom simply wants to make a memorable toast. But cultures clash when a surprise guest is announced, threatening to throw convention out the window. Lunch is available at the museum, on your own. We’ll stop for dinner after the show, on your own.632300-35 Sun 2/9 12:30-8:00 pm $35 Deadline: 1/20

GYPSY – Riverside Dinner TheaterThe story of Rose, a determined stage mother, & her two daughters & their journey through childhood acting. However, the girls must grow up & the show must go on in this lively & humorous musical. Lunch is provided.632300-36 Wed 2/12 9:30am-6:30pm $75 Deadline: 1/21

THE COMMODORE THEATER – PortsmouthEnjoy a new release on the traditional big screen in a not-so traditional atmosphere. The Commodore Theater boasts state of the art equipment in a restored 1945 Art Deco theatre. Eat lunch, on your own, from the comfort of your viewing seat. We will call when we know the movie, by 12/2.632300-37 Wed 2/26 11:30am-6:00pm $25 Deadline: 2/12


Adult Literacy on the Middle Peninsula

Enrollment in the Scripps National Spelling Bee is now open. Once a school enrolls, the school coordinator will have access to all study materials to prepare for the school level bee.

Each enrolled school will be able to send the school champion and seven other participants (total of 8 students) to the Gloucester-Mathews Regional Bee on March 15, 2014 in Bohannon. The winner of the Regional Bee and one parent will receive an all expense paid trip (value of $3500.00 for one week) to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, DC in late May.

Adult Literacy on the Middle Peninsula, Inc. is the regional sponsor of the Scripps Spelling Bee and offers each participating school assistance with student preparation and coordinator support.

Adult Literacy on the Middle Peninsula, Inc.(ALMP) provides free, one-to-one instruction for adult basic education, english as a second language, GED, civics education and basic computer skills. Saturday school is available for those working adults.

In addition to teaching, ALMP is involved in a variety of fundraising activities that help keep our services free. Domino’s Pizza buy one get one free cards are available for $10.00 and are good through June 2015. Two volunteers have contributed an acrylic painting and a persona schrenite (paper cutting) silhouette to raffl e. Raffl e tickets are for sale for $1 for one or an arm length for $5.00. December 14 and 21, Adult Literacy volunteers will be available to wrap your gift books purchased at Barnes & Noble New Town location for a donation. In January, ALMP will receive donations from Lifting for Literacy at the Whitcomb Lodge, sponsored by Fitness 1440 and Gateway Fitness.

Volunteers are always welcome. For assistance with GED, ESL, civics education and basic computer skills or for information on the Scripps National Spelling Bee or volunteering, please call 804-210-9169.

The Animal Resource Foundation Spay/Neuter Clinic, located in White Marsh Shopping Center, provides high quality affordable spay and neuter surgeries for dogs and cats. Schedule your appointment now as there is often a shorter wait for a winter surgery appointment.

Gift certifi cates are available or consider making a holiday donation in honor of a person (or pet!) which will allow us to provide spay/neuter services to a pet whose owner cannot

afford it, or to a homeless pet so they will fi nd their own forever home. We have spayed and neutered over 23,000 dogs and cats in our mission to keep pets in their homes and fi nd homes for those in shelters and rescues, while preventing the birth of hundreds of thousands of unwanted pups and kits. Surgeries are done by appointment only. Please call 694-0349 to schedule a surgery, order a gift certifi cate, or make a donation to improve and save animal lives!

Brain Injury Association of VirginiaThe Middle Peninsula Brain Injury Support Group meets on the third

Thursday of each month from 10:30 a.m.-Noon at Riverside Walter Reed Hospital in Gloucester. This is a facilitated support group for adults living with a brain injury, and family, friends, and other concerned people in the lives of those living with a brain injury. There is no charge, and no registration is required. The meeting is open to anyone living in the Northern Neck or Middle Peninsula who has concerns or questions about brain injury.

The next meetings are: November 21, 2013, December 19, 2013, and January 16, 2014.

For more information, contact Theresa Ashberry at (804) 815-8495 or [email protected] or Martha Hall at (804) 819-9238 or [email protected].

Gloucester Edgar Cayce Study Group

PresentsDe-Cluttering Your Home Using

Feng Shui.November 23, 2013, 1 - 4:30 p.m.

American Legion HallRSVP to Cathy Hunsberger,

[email protected], or call 804-832-3262.

Light refreshments will be served.

Homeschool Trip to Pennsylvania

Visiting Lancaster, Hershey and GettysburgMay 1st-3rd or May 8th-10th 2014

Defi nite date will be known as soon as bus is reserved in November.

Ticket prices are: Child 0-2yrs – $145.00, Child 2-18 years – $185.00, Adult - $198.00Ticket prices include all taxes, gratuities, etc. Tickets do not include the price for meals.Hotel - $280 for both nights (price is for 1 room, 2 double beds, and includes taxes)

A $50 deposit, per person, is due no later than January 15, 2014. The next $50 payment, per person, is due on February 1st and the fi nal trip payment is due no later than March 1st. Please start reserving your seats and sending in your deposits for the trip. Space is limited for these fun and educational trips!!

For more information visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/homeschooling_together/ or email [email protected]

Grasses for the MassesYou can help restore the health of the

Chesapeake Bay and Virginia’s rivers by participating in Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Grasses for the Masses program. Volunteers in the program grow wild celery, a type of underwater grass, in small tubs in their homes for 10 weeks, then help plant the grasses in local rivers to boost the population of this critical Bay resource. It is a fun and easy way to improve water quality! CBF provides the equipment, instructions and support needed for growing the grasses. - See more at: www.gloucesterva.info/MasterGardeners/

Did you know...the Chesapeake Bay was graded a D- for underwater grasses in 2012?

Have Your Animal Spayed/Neutered Before Spring!

Community HappeningsCommunity HappeningsPage 11

Court House Players 2014 Season The fi rst production, in the spring, “Leading Ladies” will be

a show only, no dinner theater. It is a delightful show about two nephews/nieces trying to receive their inheritance from a relative who may or may not be dead. It’s a hilarious mix up with a twist at the end.

The summer production “My Three Angels” will bring Christmas in July. It is the charming story of three prisoners who save a shopkeeper and his family from ruin in truly ingenious ways. Dinner will be served only on Friday and Saturday nights. Thursday night and Sunday matinee will be show only.

Finally the fall musical will bring the weird and wonderful humor of “Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein” on the Mathews High School Stage.

Dates and ticket outlets will be announced later. Other information can be found online at www.courthouseplayers.org.

Kiwanis Club of GloucesterThe Kiwanis Club of Gloucester is a

service organization helping the children in Gloucester County. Our meetings are held the fi rst Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m. at The DeHardt House on Lewis Avenue and the third Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m. at Salsa’s.

We do one service project each month and have started helping Head Start kids by providing dinners at the parent monthly meetings. Our Gloucester High School Key Club and Gloucester Middle School Builders Club are also involved in working with the children on those nights by tutoring the older children and reading and providing crafts for the younger children. For Kiwanis One Day in April, we do a project for the Boys and Girls Club in Gloucester. This year we painted a room at the Club with the Key Club. To volunteer and for more information contact Kiwanis at [email protected] .

Disabled American VeteransChapter 58

Disabled American Veterans meet on the fi rst Wednesday of the month. We provide a dinner meal at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. Our Chapter home is located on Professional Drive behind WXGM radio station. DAV Chapter 58 has a staff of well-trained service offi cers who can assist you in fi ling a disability claim or completing the paper work to have your claim considered for an upgrade. The chapter hall is available for a donation for events and gatherings. To schedule an appointment with a Service Offi cer or for more information call 695 1558 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. or leave a voice message.

The Local Co-opThe Local Co-op places a monthly online

order for natural and organic foods at reasonable prices from a wholesale cooperative warehouse. Food distribution occurs at the American Legion Hall on Rt. 17 in White Marsh ten days after the order is placed.

Membership is open to all with a one-time joining fee of $10 for a single person, $15 for a couple, or $20 for a family. A new member’s fi rst order must be prepaid.

If you are interested in knowing more about the food co-op, please write to The Local Co-op, P.O. Box 404, Hayes, Va. 23072, or call Susan Crockett at 693-6381 (evenings).

Busy Beez PlaygroupBusy Beez is a non-denominational Playgroup for children and parents/caregivers at Ware Episcopal Church on Rt. 14. We meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Come and enjoy playtime, crafts, snack, story, and circle time. Also enjoy many other events and fi eld trips. For more information contact [email protected] or call (804) 693-3821

Did you know...students who study art are 4 times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement?


GLOUCESTER MUSEUM OF HISTORY

The “Voting in the Good Old Days” exhibit,

now on display at the Gloucester Museum of History, will close on November 30th. It features memorabilia from election days in the early to mid-20th century. Of particular interest is the Gloucester Registrar’s seal, a collection of candidates buttons and the Achilles precinct voting box.

The Museum will be filled with holiday decorations and displays from December to January 25, 2014. An African American History exhibit by Dr. Dorothy Cooke, which will focus on community schools, will be featured in February 2014.

The Museum is located in the historic Botetourt Building at 6539 Main Street and is open Monday thru Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.. Closed Sundays and holidays unless otherwise announced. Call (804) 693-1234 for Information, tours and appointments. Hours are subject to change without notice due to inclement weather and other emergencies. ADMISSION IS FREE.

Young Audiences of Virginia presents Mountain Music Tales -November 8th

Grades Pre-K3 to 3rd 11 a.m.-noon Grades 4th – 8th 1- 2 p.m.

“After Jack” is what happens when you combine Appalachian Music, Gospel, Songwriting, Folk, Mountain Music, and a little bit of country. The sounds of the upright bass, guitar, banjo, flute and many more instruments will have children clapping and singing along to the chorus.

SOL Highlights: History: Appalachia, Pre-Post Civil War, Slavery, Ireland, Immigration, Great Depression, Great Migration North Music: Folk, Line, Melody, Harmony, Instruments, Chorus, Gospel, Appalachian, Strings, Call and Response, Form, Lyrics, Ballad

Annual Auction Wild About Ware!

November 16th at 6 p.m.

Featuring live entertainment by Slapnation. Silent and live auctions.Dinner, cocktails, dancing and valet parking. $75 per person. $100 per couple. Sponsorships available. Call 693-3825 for ticket information.

Breakfast with Santa December 14th from

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

All you can eat pancake breakfast; games and crafts; photos with Santa (for additional fee). Kilborn Gymnasium, Ware Academy campus. $5 per person- Free for children less than 1 yr old. Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling 693-3825.

Ware Academy Upcoming EventsFree and Open to the Public and Homeschoolers

Gloucester Kennel ClubDog Training Classes

10360 Woods Cross Roads Rt 610

Wednesday’s beginningNov. 6, 2013 and Jan. 8, 2014.

These classes are a six week course. Puppy class will start at 5:30 p.m.

Basic at 6:30 p.m.Handling classes is offered at

7:30 p.m. and walk ins are welcome.You may register online at

www.gloucesterkennelclubofva.comBring shot records.

Proper shoes and no fl ip fl ops are required. All pure and mixed breeds welcome. Your dog will learn how to heel properly, sit stay, down stay, and come. Call Diana Wilkie at 725-5626 or [email protected]

Save the Date!Let’s Go Guinea Dipping

Fundraiser to Benefi t Gloucester Rowing Association

February 8, 2014, 1:00 p.m.Gloucester Point Beach

For more details, please visit www.gloucesterrowing.org or email

[email protected]

Children First Family Education Programs

Children First is a 4-hour co-parenting education program designed to prevent custody confl icts. The program helps parents understand the importance of both parents having an active, involved, and positive relationship with their children. Two classes are available.

Saturday, November 9, 2013, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. MPNNCSB MH/SA Admin. Offi ce, 13794

Tidewater Trail, Saluda, VA 23149 Online pre-registration: http://www.surveymonkey.

com/s/childrenfi rstsaluda

Saturday, January 25, 2014, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. MPNNCSB Prevention Services, 3786 Geo.

Wash. Mem. Hwy., Hayes, Online pre-registration: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/childrenfi rst-

hayes2014

Cost of the class is $50. For more information contact MPNNCSB Prevention Services at 642-5402 or 888-PREV-550, [email protected] or visit www.rvuc.com.

Neighborhood Assistance Program

Tax Credit For You or Your Business An Investment In Your Community!

The purpose of the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) is to encourage businesses, trusts and individuals to make donations for the benefi t of low-income persons. As a private citizen or a business owner, you can apply for tax credit equal to 65% of the donation’s value for that tax year. To recieve tax credits for your 2013 tax return, you must donate by December 31, 2013. Donations made after that date will be applied to your 2014 tax return. ALL DONATIONS MUST BE MADE WITH NO RESTRICTIONS.

For individuals, the minimum donation is $500 and will give you a $325 tax credit if you itemize your Federal tax return! Only donations of cash value or marketable security are eligible for donors for NAP tax credits.

For businesses or trusts, the minimum donation is $616 for a $400 tax credit. The value of donations of checks, stock, merchandise and real estate is determined using IRS standards.

Bay Aging was awarded an allocation of tax credits on the basis of proven operational success and capacity to serve low-income persons of all ages.

Your donation could help repair a leaking roof, serve nutritious meals to homebound seniors, fi ll up a heating fuel tank for a senior, or give veterans access to transportation to VA health care facilities.

Interested? Contact Jean Duggan, Senior Vice President of Development at Bay Aging to delve further into the NAP program so that you will have all the information you need to donate individually, through a trust or as a business. Call 804.758.2386 (x30) or email [email protected] today to set up an appointment.

Let’s work together to improve the communities we love!


Did you know...Habitat for Humanity has helped to build or repair over 600,000 houses and serve more than 3 million people worldwide.

Bay Aging’sACTIVE LIFESTYLE

CENTER ACTIVITIESActivities for healthy minds and bodies! For other information concerning programs and activities at the

center, please call 693-4150 or visit the center located at 6650 Main Street, downtown Gloucester.

Classes & Activities Days Times Chair Exercise Mon. Wed. Fri. 9:30 a.m.Line Dance Mon. Wed. Fri. 10:00 a.m. Bingo Mon & Fri 10:45 a.m.Ceramics Wed. 11:00 a.m.Bible Study Wed. 11:00 a.m.Computer Classes Tues. & Th urs. 10 - 11 a.m.Workforce Information Mon - Fri 9 - 1 p.m.

Daily access to computers, Wii games, exercise machines and a ping pong and pool table.

Gloucester-Mathews Habitat for Humanity ReStore Habitat for Humanity of Gloucester-Mathews ReStore offers building materials, appliances,

electronics, fi xtures, home furnishings and a large selection of home improvement items at 50% to 85% below retail. The ReStore also accepts new and gently used donations and has a pick-up service.

Habitat for Humanity of Gloucester-Mathews ReStore is located at 3725 George Washington Memorial Highway, (Route 17) Building 1, Suite B Hayes, Virginia 23072 (Old Carter Lumber Supply Building). The new ReStore hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

If you would like to volutneer or have any questions please call our offi ce located inside the ReStore at 804-695-9655 or email [email protected]. Visit us on the web at www.habitatgm.org.

All profi ts from the ReStore support Gloucester-Mathews Habitat for Humanity mission to provide affordable housing opportunities for low-income families. Please like us on facebook to receive updates on merchandise and fundraising events.

Acceptable Donations

Unacceptable donations include: appliances not in 100% working order and/or more than 8 years old, broken or unframed glass, broken or cracked mirrors, clothing, hazardous materials and open, partially

used or rusted cans of paint.

• Appliances in working order and less than 8 years old

• Architectural items • Cabinets/Countertops • Ceiling Fans • Doors • Electrical • Flooring• Hardware• Insulation

• Lumber: Framing and Trim• Masonry• Wall Coverings• Paint un-opened • Plumbing Fixtures &

Hardware• Commodes• Roofi ng Materials/Gutters• Sheet Rock (Wall board/

Drywall)

• Tools• Vents• Vinyl Siding, accessories• Windows/Screens• Window sashes• Storm Windows• Fluorescent lights• Furniture & Household items• Drapes and Linens

2013-2014 SeasonKevin Kwan: Organ: November 17, 2013 at 5:00 p.m.

Virginia Chorale: December 15, 2013 at 4:00 p.m.Escher String Quartet: February 8, 2014 at 5:00 p.m.

Dana and Kyle, Fiddle and Guitar: March 1, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. All concerts are held at Abingdon Episcopal Church located on

Rout 17, six miles north of the Coleman Bridge. Arts at Abingdon is a non-profi t concert series that relies solely

on individual contribution. Sponsorships are available. If you would like to support Arts at Abingdon, please send a donation to: P.O. Box 82, White Marsh, VA 23183. For more information, please call Alisa Bohon, Music Director at 693-3035 or visit www.abingdonchurch.org.


PIANKATANK COMMUNITY LEAGUE

The Piankatank Community League meets the third Friday of each month in the league building located on Harcum Road. The league provides programs to support educational opportunities in neighborhood schools, the health of the Piankatank River, community safety and education on county activities and operation. Activities and meetings are open to all county residents and visitors are always welcome.

Activities planned for the remainder of this calendar year include:

• Thanksgiving Covered Dish Dinner - Friday, November 15, at 6 p.m.

• Christmas Tree Decorating PartyFriday, December 6 at 6 p.m.

• Family Christmas PartyFriday, December 20 at 6 p.m.

The league building and kitchen facilities are also available as a rental site for social events or meetings. For further information on any planned activities or facility rental, contact Paul Malcolm, at 693-0317 or Phil Oledszyk at 694-4609. Now you can fi nd out more about The Piankatank Community League by logging on to our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/PiankatankCommunityLeague. Check it out and “Like” us for activity updates.

Gloucester Arts on Main 6580 B Main St – Gloucester VA 23061804-824-9464www.gloucesterarts.org

Ongoing Events for Artists and Patrons

Figure Drawing: First and Third Wednesdays 6:30 to 8:30 pm, bring $8 for clothed model. Open Studio: Fridays @ 9 am – come and paint with us! Free – bring your current work. First Fridays: Artist Reception on First Friday of every month at 6 pm, with music, food & drink!

Events Nov 16 – Gala Event with music by Stephen Bennett and Matt Thomas Nov 23 - Poetry Reading – open mike Dec 1 – Concert “Rhythms of the World” with Kim and Jimbo Cary HOLIDAY ART FAIR - Dec 6 to 24 – unique and wonderful art, crafts and gifts! Dec 13 – Play “Christmas Carol” – a untraditional one-man presentation by John Hardy Jan 12 – A Play “Rafflesnake” – a one-man performance by John Hardy Jan 17 – Special membership meeting to honor volunteers

Classes & workshops Abstracts with Rose Nygaard – Nov 9 & 10 – Reclaiming Your Creative Mojo! With Steph Brown – Nov 23 Stained Glass with Diane Myer – 5 Mondays beginning October 14 and starting again Nov 25 Family Art Days – Nov 2 & 23, Dec 21 & 23 –Fun holiday workshops for kids and others! Holiday Art Fair starts Dec 6 – our artists are bringing in unique gifts, arts and crafts for sale! Weaving Holiday Pouch – Dec 10 & 19 – come by and weave with Janet Griffin Bead & Wire Jewelry Class – Dec 14 – Saturday afternoon with Janet Griffin. Make gifts! Jeffro’s Action Painting Workshop – Jan 11 with Jeff Helm More details on our website calendar – www.gloucesterarts.org

Interested in Meditation?

Learn Clear Mind Living Meditation and revive your life and your health. The practice of quieting the mind and body to sit in the inner light allows one to apply the Teachings which are the root of all religions to one’s life. Living in this way, an individual learns to eliminate negative states and patterns in their mind. As a result, the problems of life are eliminated and the individual and those around him are uplifted.

Join Bobbi Morgan and Denise Mosca for meditation at the Morning Glory Gallery at 7840 Ware Neck Rd., usually on the third Sunday of the month at 8:45 a.m., and Healthy Solutions, 7122 Hayes Shopping Center, Hayes , Va. 23072, usually on the fi rst Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. There is no charge. For more information contact Bobbi Morgan at 804-815-3431 or [email protected] or Denise Mosca at 804-693-9097 or [email protected].

Guerrilla Youth

Wrestling Registration

November 11th from 6-8 p.m.

At the Gloucester High School Wrestling Room, located beside the football field.

Registration is open to K-8th grade,

boys and girls.

For More information see our website: www.leaguelineup.com/gwclub

or call Honor Latta 804-815-6581.

Monky BusinessNovember 14 - 17, 2013Mathews High school

No, it is not a story about apes. It is zany musical about fi ve monks who are trying to save their monastery from being turned into a gambling casino by a real estate developer. The fun loving monks who go by such names as Abbott Costello, Brother Brooks and Brother Lee Love, have a hilarious time, and so will the audience.

Curtain is at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with the Sunday matinee at 3:00 p.m. Tickets are available in Gloucester at Offi ce Supply and at Gloucester Point Golden Creations. For other information, visit courthouseplayers.org or call (804) 725-7947.

Did you know...only one in three children are physically active every day?



15th Edition

Gloucester HistoricalCollectable Ornament

Ware Neck Store The Gloucester County Historical

Committee is offering the fifteenth in a series of ornaments commemorating the historical buildings and landmarks of Gloucester County. Nuttall’s Store, historically known as the Ware Neck Store, was built by Arthur Tabb in about 1875 and was stocked with goods from Norfolk and Baltimore, off-loaded at Hockley Wharf on the Ware River. Also, the U. S. Post Office opened there in 1886 and continues to operate there to this day. After the storm of 1933 when the wharf was destroyed, the store continued to thrive since the motor vehicle was becoming the delivery choice at that time. In 1946, Rudy Nuttall and his cousin Walter Nuttall bought the store from Earl Taliaferro. Rudy ran the store until he retired in 2002 as the unofficial, beloved Mayor of Ware Neck. Today the store is owned by 25 Ware Neck residents and it continues to be the vibrant center of the community. Besides the post office, the store houses a popular deli, a fishing gear corner, a wine shop, a free community library, local gifts, hand crafts, and a travel agency. Friends of the Ware Neck Store (FOWNS) is a non-profit organization which maintains the historic building. The store is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Landmarks Register.

Ornaments are priced at $18.00 and are available for purchase at the following locations: Gloucester Museum of History, Gloucester Library and Point Branch Library, Gloucester County Treasurer’s Office and the Gloucester Visitor Center. Orders can also be placed for this unique ornament for $20 (includes shipping and tax) by completing the order form below For additional information, please contact the Gloucester Museum of History at (804) 693-1234 or (804) 693-4042. The Ware Neck Store Ornament is available for purchase in November.

Please print of type clearly

Name: ______________________________________________________________

Shipping Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City: _________________________ State: ______ Zip:_______________

Cost: $20 per ornament including tax, shipping & handling.

QTY QTY1st Edition, Botetourt Building 9th Edition, Seawell’s Ordinary2nd Edition, Colonial Courthouse 10th Edition, Roane Building 3rd Edition, Botetourt High School 11th Edition, Gloucester Woman’s

Club Building4th Edition, Walter Reed’s Birthplace 12th Edition, The Last Muster5th Edition, Achilles High School 13th Edition, Cow Creek Mill6th Edition, York Ferry 14th Edition, C.B. Rowe & Son Store7th Edition, Celebration of Daffodil 15th Edition, Ware Neck Store8th Edition, Celebration of Powhatan and Pocahontas

Gloucester County 350th Celebration

Total Number of Ornaments: _________ Amount Enclosed: $ _____________

Checks made payable to: Gloucester County. Send completed form and check to: Gloucester Historical Committee – Ornament, PO Box 1176, Gloucester, VA 23061. Previous years’ ornaments are available for viewing or ordering by visiting www.gloucesterva.info/museum or calling (804) 693-1234 or (804) 693-4042.

PHOENIX ART GROUP

The 2014 Gloucester County Arts Student Scholarship Calendars are ready! The calendar consists of a cover picture, 12 calendar month pictures and 24 additional pictures of art that were submitted to the annual Gloucester County Arts Student show. The calendars are available at Gloucester Arts on Main and can be purchased for a donation of $15 or more to the Phoenix Art Group. Forms for next years show will be available in the Gloucester Library lobby, Parks and Recreation and at Gloucester Arts on Main.

The Phoenix Art Group will be supporting an after school art enrichment program at Botetourt Elementary School. The show, which will be held at Gloucester Arts on Main, will be of art work by the Botetourt art students from three programs taking place throughout the school year. The after school enrichment program is funded by the Virginia Commission for the Arts and The Gloucester Community Foundation.

The Phoenix Art Group is a non-profi t 501-C-3 corporation dedicated to helping the young artists of Gloucester County in the public, private and home school sectors. We give scholarship support to a qualifi ed senior from Gloucester County who wishes to continue their art studies at the college level. Money for this scholarship support comes from calendar sales and tax deductible donations.

For more information, you can contact the Phoenix Art Group, P. O. Box 1937, Gloucester, VA 23061, 804-693-6654 or [email protected].

A Tail-Gate Party for the Animals

November 17, 2013Pre-game party begins at !2:30 p.m.

Kick off at 1 p.m.White Dog Bistro, Mathews

You don’t have to be a football fan to have fun at the GMHS Redskins/Eagles Tail-Gate Party for the Animals. Dress casually for indoor and outdoor socializing. Bring a bag of cat of dog food to load onto the Chevy Silverado’s tailgate to be eligible for a great door prize or play the 50/50 Football Pool! Tickets: $75 per person Call 804-694-7835 for your reservation.

Did you know...that 3 to 4 million cats and dogs are adopted from shelters each year?

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Community HappeningsGloucester County Public Librarywww.gloucesterva.info/Library “A library card is your key to resources and events.”

ChildrenStory Time Sing, rhyme and read!

Main LibraryNov. 6, 13 & 20Dec. 4, 11 & 18Wednesdays10:30 amAges 3-5

Nov. 7, 14 & 21Dec. 5, 12 & 19Thursdays10:30 amAge 2

Point Branch LibraryNov. 6, 13 & 20Dec. 4, 11 & 18Wednesdays10:30 amAges 3-5

Noodling @ your libraryNov. 4 - 15Main Library & Point Branch LibraryGrades 2 - 5Noodle for a book! Win prizes!

Teens & TweensCatching Fire @ your LibraryNovember 124:00-5:00 pmMain LibraryGrades 6-8. The 75th Hunger Games comes to life @ your library. Join in the fun with games, activities and archery. Registration required.

November 146:00-7:00 pmPoint Branch Library

Gingerbread House ContestDecember 116:00-7:00 pmMain LibraryGrades 6-8. Gumdrops! Candy canes! Lollipops! Create a gingerbread house in 30 minutes. Best house wins a prize! All materials provided. Registration required.

Read-n-RecycleJan. 2 -31

Main Library & Point Branch Library

Ages birth - 18.

Bring in your child’s gently used books and receive “book bucks.”

Come back in February to spend them!

Gingerbread HouseDecember 106:00-7:30 pmMain LibraryAges 6-12. Must be accompanied by an adult.Design your own Gingerbread House! All materials provided. Registration required.

December 126:00-7:30 pmPoint Branch Library

Rubber DuckyWinter Reading Program

Kick-OffFebruary 110:30 am

Main LibraryActivities include, crafts, dancing, learning about the winter reading

club and light refreshment! Registration required.

Thank You!Gloucester County Friends of the Library

Read the Book... See the Movie!

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

In theaters November 22, 2013

Declutter Your Head and HouseJanuary 156:30 pmMain LibraryJanuary is Get Organized Month. Unused items in your house are taking up valuable space there and in your brain, too. Mary Frances Ballard NAPO professional organizer presents ways to free up your mind, time, money and resources as you prioritize those things around you. Registration required.

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Community HappeningsGloucester County Public Librarywww.gloucesterva.info/Library “A library card is your key to resources and events.”

Adults

Holiday Shopping on a BudgetNovember 61:00 pm & 6:00 pmMain LibraryAll ages welcome. Don’t let the holidays break your budget! Extension Agent, Glenn Sturm presents practical approaches to making, tracking and sticking to a holiday budget with suggestions. Registration required.

Computer HelpMonthly Computer LoungeExperienced? Looking to learn something new?This is the class for you! Registration required.

Microsoft OfficeNovember 141:00-3:00 pmMain LibraryWord, Excel and PowerPoint basics.

November 211:00-3:00 pmPoint Branch Library

Digital PhotographyDecember 1210:00 am-12:00 pmMain LibraryDigital camera functions, uploading to a computer and using photo editing software.

December 191:00-3:00 pmPoint Branch Library

eBooksJanuary 91:00-3:00 pmMain LibraryUpload books from the library. Learn the ins and outs of your eBook reader (Kindle, Nook, etc.).

January 161:00-3:00 pmPoint Branch Library

Café EspañolNovember 23 & January 2510:00 am-12:00 pmMain LibraryFourth Saturday of each month. Join us at ¡Café Español! Gloucester’s Monthly Spanish Speaking Conversation Hour. This is an informal setting to share time surrounded by others who enjoy hearing and speaking Spanish or improve your English. All ages and ability levels are encouraged to participate.

Chess ClubEvery Tuesday6:00-8:00 pmMain LibraryAll ages and experience levels welcome! Play, watch or learn.

Why Men Don’t Ask for DirectionsNovember 910:00 am-12:00 pmMain LibraryAll ages welcome. Book signing with author Roger Loring. After teaching in the Gloucester schools for 32 years, Coach Loring is a familiar name to many in the community. His book is a collection of humorous essays. Stop by for a cup of coffee, share some memories and get your copy autographed.

Holiday

Open HousePoint Branch Library

November 3010:00 am-12:00 pm

Visit the Point Branch Library to enjoy holiday crafts planned for all age groups. Refreshments

will be served.

Main LibraryDecember 7

10:00 am-12:00 pm

Visit the Main Library to get into the holiday spirit before the big parade. Enjoy holiday music,

crafts and refreshments.

Gingerbread House ContestDecemberMain LibraryGrade 9-Adult. 1st annual Gingerbread House Contest sponsored by the Gloucester Friends of the Library. Creations will be displayed through the month of December. Entries will be: divided in 2 categories for High School students & Adults, submitted between December 9-15 and no larger than 12”L x 12” W x 12” H. All materials must be edible except the base. Judging will take place December 16. Details and entry forms available at the library.

Community Happenings

More Ways to Get InvolvedAdult Literacy on the Middle Peninsula- Please call 804-210-9196 or by e-mail [email protected].

Alzheimer’s Association - Contact Ellie Galloway, 804-695-9382 or e-mail [email protected]

American Heart Association/Gloucester Unit - Call Anne C. Dyal, 693-3169.

American Red Cross for disaster services, health and safety services, armed forces, emergency services, bloodmobile, and offi ce help. Contact 642-9478.

Bay School Cultural Arts Center - Contact Debbie Brown, 725-1278.

Beaverdam Park - Contact the Ranger Station at 693-2107.

Big Brothers Big Sisters - (Must be 18 years of age or older.) Call Kirsten Ericksen, 757-827-0110 or [email protected].

Girl Scouts - Contact Terri Washington at 757-547-4405 or e-mail [email protected].

Gloucester Arts on Main - Contact Kay Van Dyke at 804-824-9464.

Gloucester Clean Community - Contact Bill Bell, 693-5370.

Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society- Call 693-4047.

Gloucester Public Schools - Call Community Education, 693-5730 or e-mail to [email protected].

Gloucester-Mathews Free Clinic - Call 642-9515 or leave message on 642-8776.

Laurel Shelter, Inc. - Please call 694-5890 for information.

Literacy Volunteers of Gloucester, Inc.- Please call our offi ce at 693-1306.

Meals on Wheels - Contact June Meador, 693-4150.

Riverside Walter Reed Hospice - Contact Frannie Langford at 693-1111 or email [email protected]

Sanders Retirement Community - Elaine Freim at 693-2000 ext. 30.

Watermen’s Museum - Contact Marcia at the museum at 757-887-2641.

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Volunteer Spotlight:The Fairfi eld Foundati on: Rebecca Guest

The Fairfi eld Foundati on would like to extend special recogniti on to one of our excellent volunteers, Rebecca Guest. Rebecca has been volunteering with the Fairfi eld Foundati on since the spring of 2012, and has lent her help and experti se to a number of our important public outreach programs. She has been a crucial part of the leadership of our Dig History! Archaeology Day camp for kids at Abingdon Glebe, taking a major role in educati ng middle school students about the process of archaeology and leading them in exercises such as washing arti facts. Rebecca has also been crucial in the launching of our successful seasonal garage sales at the Edge Hill Service Stati on- our future Center for Archaeology, Preservati on and Educati on. Additi onally, Rebecca is enrolled in the Archeological Technician Certi fi cati on

program through the Archeological Society of Virginia, and has completed a signifi cant number of the fi eld and laboratory requirements toward her archaeological certi fi cati on. In just over one year, Rebecca has devoted more than 236 hours to the Fairfi eld Foundati on, and we thank her for all her ti me and dedicati on!

DAV Volunteer Drivers Needed

Gloucester and Mathews drivers are needed to help disabled American Veterans arrive safely at their medical appointments. Hospital van is provided for medical appointments in Hampton and Richmond. Prospective drivers must complete a physical and provide driving record. Ride-alongs are provided as training. For more information, or to volunteer, please call Richard Moore at 804-815-0730

Help Us, Help Them!

Volunteer with Hospice!Riverside Walter Reed Hospice is always looking

for dedicated volunteers from the communities we serve to join our team. We need staff support volunteers, bereavement and spiritual care volunteers, patient/caregiver/family volunteers. We would love to have you come be a part of our Hospice Team. Volunteer training consist of (2) four hour days of training. For more information please call our Coordinator of Volunteer Support Services Frannie Langford at 804-693-1111 or stop by the Riverside Walter Reed Hospice offi ce at 7358 Main Street Gloucester Virginia 23061.

Did you know...in 2011, about 64.3 million Americans gave 7.9 billion hours of volunteer service worth $171 billion?

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County of Gloucester Volunteer Board Bank

Interested in becoming involved in your local government? A Volunteer Board Bank is available to assist the Gloucester Board of Supervisors in identifying local community members interested in serving on board-appointed commissions, councils and committees. Interested citizens may complete this information form which will be kept on fi le. When a vacancy occurs on a board appointed group, the Board of Supervisor members may review the information in the board bank. Specifi c information on the various groups may be obtained by contacting Community Education at 693-5730, sending an e-mail to [email protected] or visiting the website at: www.gloucesterva.info. In the “Select a Service” pull-down menu, select “Volunteers: Boards and Committees”.

Please type or PRINT in pen clearly:

Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Last First M.I. Mr., Mrs., Ms., Miss, Rank

Home Mailing Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Business Name & Mailing Address ( if appropriate): ___________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Communications: Phone (day):_______________ (eve):________________ fax:________________ e-mail:_____________________________

Vocation/Profession: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Education /Qualifi cations/Job Experience(s): _________________________________________________________________________________

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Interests/Community Service Activities: ______________________________________________________________________________________

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Board/Commission/Council(s) You Wish To Serve On Selected From Above Listing: 1st Choice:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________2nd Choice:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________3rd Choice:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________Others:__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Are you willing to be appointed to more than one Board/Commission/Council? YES____ NO _____Current Member of a County Board/Commission/Council(s)? YES ___ NO ___ If YES, please list: _______________________________ Previously Served on a County Board/Commission/Council(s)? YES ___ NO ___ If YES, please list: _______________________________ Registered Voter? YES ___ NO ___ Magisterial District: ________________________________________Your District Representative on the Board of Supervisors: __________________________________________________

Send completed form to: Community Education, P.O. Box 1306, Gloucester, VA 23061 or FAX to 804.693.0509We thank you for your interest in serving on a county board, commission or council.

Date Received:_____________Date Acknowledged:_________Follow-Up Date:____________Date Appointed:____________Appointed To:___________________________

Bay Aging Board of DirectorsBoard of EqualizationBoard of Social ServicesBoard of Zoning Appeals Building Code Board of AppealsCapital Improvements Plan AdvisoryChesapeake Bay Preservation & ErosionClean Community CommitteeColonial Group Home CommissionCommunity Policy & Mgmt TeamCourthouse Plan Steering Committee

Economic Development AuthorityFlood Plain Management CommitteeGo Green Gloucester Advisory Historical CommitteeLibrary Board of TrusteesLocal Emergency PlanningMP/NN Community Services BoardMP/NN Disability Services BoardMP Planning District CommissionM.P. Regional Airport AuthorityOlder Adult Committee

Parks & Recreation Adv. Comm.Planning CommissionPublic Utilities Advisory CommitteeRappahannock Comm. College Bd.Tidewater Resource Conservation Tidwater Soil & Water ConservationTourism CommitteeUrban Development Area Steering Comm.Wetlands BoardYork/Abingdon Mosquito Control

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Workshops presented by

Virginia Cooperative Extension

Credit & Debt Management Topics for this workshop include using credit, sources of credit, fi nance charges, cost of borrowing, how to reduce the cost of credit, reducing your debt, debit cards, gift cards and communication with creditors.November 19, 2013, 10:00 a.m. - NoonGloucester Department of Social Services Offi ce - 6641 Short Ln. Registration Fee: None

Budgeting and Personal Finance WorkshopThis is a one-day personal fi nance workshop with the goal to improve the fi nancial knowledge of the participants, and providing them valuable information and the framework to create their own spending plan. Topics of discussion will include the basic but core information regarding – values and goals, spending leaks, creating a spending plan, tracking expenses, what is credit and what are the pros and cons, debit cards, credit reports, talking about money with your family, and tips to cutting costs.January 21, 2013, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Gloucester Department of Social Services Offi ce - 6641 Short Lane Registration Fee: None

Please pre-register for either workshop by contacting the Gloucester Department of Social

Services at 693-2671.

Save the Date! 4-H Camp June 16-20, 2014Registration Starts February 1, 2014

What is 4-H Camp?4-H Camp is a fun opportunity for boys and girls to learn citizenship, leadership, and life skills through hands-on experiences. The camping program helps youth build self-esteem and challenges them to think critically and creatively. Campers enjoy being part of a larger group and participating in campfi res, recreation and classes which may include archery, dance, canoe, kayak, sailing, sewing, arts and crafts, outdoor living skills, challenge course, marine science, air rifl e, wood working, robotics and more!

Camp Volunteers:Gloucester County 4-H takes 12 adult volunteers and 28 teen counselors to camp. All must complete extensive training. We require references and background checks. If you are interested in attending as an adult volunteer or teen counselor, contact Krista Gustafson at 804-693-2602. Application deadline for teens is November 22, 2013. Interviews will be held in December.

Camp Registration starts February 1st. Look for an application in the next Beehive.

Six Things to Know When Holiday Shopping

1/Budgeti ng is Key!Start by creati ng a spending limit, and then

create a list with names, gift ideas and a dollar amount that fi ts in that budget. Don’t forget about travel costs too!

2/ High Prices do not Equal High Quality!Don’t assume that just because it has a

steep price tag, that you are getti ng that friend or family member a high quality present. Be sure to do a litt le research!

3/ Be Careful with that Credit Card!Using that credit card for gift s oft en lead to

overspending when getti ng gift s. Consider bringing just enough cash for your holiday budget the fi rst ti me you go gift shopping.

4/ Be on the Lookout for Thieves!This end of the year is the height of holiday

shopping, as well as the height of theft and identi ty theft . Be careful!

5/ Be Cauti ous of False Deals!Just because it is 20% or 30% off does

not mean it is a good deal. Some stores will intenti onally infl ate prices before off ering sales and discounts.

6/ There nothing wrong with gift ing your personal ti me!

Consider if certain friends or family members would appreciate vouchers/coupons for your personal ti me, for instance, to watch their children for free one night.

Holiday Shopping on a Shoe String Budget

November 6, 2013, 1:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m.Free and Open to the PublicPlease pre-register by calling

the Gloucester Library at 693-2998.

4-H Clubs Typically 4-H clubs meet once a month. They provide lots of fun learning experiences while building leadership and citizenship skills thru club and community service projects. Call 693-2602 for information about joining a club, volunteering, and starting new clubs.

Remote Controlled Vehicle/ Model Rocketry Club. Learn to operate and maintain an RV,

participate in races. Club meets twice a month in Burkes Pond area. Contact Dave Chrest at 804-384-6776 for more information.

Gloucester County Cloverbuds. Open to youth aged 5-8. Explore the treasures of 4-H thru crafts,

nature, and community service projects. Contact Jackie Jefferis at [email protected].

Hooves, Paws and Claws. Open to youth aged 9-18. Participate in volunteer work, learn leadership

skills. Work on a 4-H project. Contact Krista Gustafson at [email protected] for more information.

A 5th H 4-H Homeschool Club. Open to youth aged 5-18. The club usually meets on alternate Fridays

at Beaverdam Park. Learn leadership, citizenship, work on 4-H projects and participate in fun educational fi eld trips. Email Myra Redman at [email protected] for more information.

Saddle Smarts 4-H Horse Club. Open to youth aged 9-18. Learn all about horses, participate in horse

related contests and riding events. Learn citizenship and leadership along the way. Contact Helen Anne Johnston at [email protected] for more information.

Midnight Riders 4-H Horse Club. Open to youth aged 9-18. For youth horse enthusiasts

participating in any riding discipline. Contact Pat Coleman at [email protected] for more information.

GLOCO 4-H Horse Club. Open to youth aged 9-18. For youth interested in riding and learning

more about the animal. Horse judging as well as riding. For information, contact Janine Wilson at [email protected].

Horsey Obsession 4-H Club. Open to youth aged 9-18. For youth interested in riding horses. Contact

Beth Jones at [email protected].

Gloucester 4-H Shooting Supports is looking for a volunteer leader. Applicant should have fi re

arms safety certifi cation and be willing to obtain 4-H shooting sports instructor certifi cation course. Please call Krista Gustafson at 804-693-2602 for additional information. While we await leadership, interested youth may participate with the shooting sports club in Mathews by calling Mathews 4-H at 725-7196.

4-H Explorers. Open to youth 9-18. Explore 4-H projects like photography, pets, rocketry, gardening

and more while learning citizenship, leadership, and life skills. Will meet monthly at the Extension Offi ce at the same time as the Cloverbud group. Contact Krista Gustafson at [email protected] for more information.

Did you know...the average U.S. household credit card debt is $15,159?

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