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2017 senior idol participant and his wife elma.

THE SCENE: The tables were decorated with colorful table cloths with flower arrangements that were raffled off.

By Linda Fausz on July 5, 2017 Community, Events

“Volunteers are caring, sharing, giving, and very hard-working, and we are so very thankful for you and all the wonderful things you do, just grow.” Volunteers for the Shepherd’s Center of Chesterfield were greeted with this statement on their program during an appreciation luncheon last Wednesday. During the welcoming, Executive Director Susan McCammon applauded the volunteers and expressed the center’s appreciation for service completed during the past year. The 279 volunteers (not all in attendance for the luncheon) supported the 668 clients enrolled in the program. Eighty-six of them are volunteer drivers who provided 706 medical trips and 111 grocery…

Local scholars visit Nation’s capitol

By Press release on June 22, 2017 Lectures

Three former Thomas Dale High School students, and recent college graduates visited Washington in March. Andrias White (George Mason University), Maryann Chan and Greg Gallop II (both University of Virginia graduates) saw city landmarks, heard motivational speeches and received sage advice. Their itinerary included tours of the U.S. Capitol and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. They also attended a presentation by Sgt. Carol Adams of the Richmond Police Department, whose message was similar to the one she delivered at the White House a few weeks earlier. They got a personal tour of the Old Post Office…

Passion for the all-American sports car

By Linda Fausz on June 15, 2017 Community, Events

Larry Halley bought his first sports car 52 years ago, a 1953 Chevrolet Corvette (C1). He paid $650 for it and drove it until 1982. After sitting for 30 years, he and his son Larry Jr. decided to restore the car back to its original form. After a five-year restoration project, the father and son drove the car 13 miles, the most ever since restoration, to the Corvette Club of Richmond 21st Annual Roundup, hosted by a club Halley Sr. helped start 51 years ago. Halley’s ownership of a Corvette was one of many stories that could be heard during…

The Rotary Club of Chester’s Annual Grillin’ on the Green with A Taste of Chester

By Mark Fausz on May 24, 2017 Clubs, Community, Events, Uncategorized

Duo win 2017 Senior Idol contest

By Linda Fausz on May 18, 2017 Announcements, Community, Entertainment, Events

Steve Harris of Chester and L.T. Holmes of Prince George sang “Me and Mrs. Jones” – a 1972 soul song written by Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff, and Cary Gilbert, and originally recorded by Billy Paul – and their performance led the judges for the 7th Annual Senior Idol competition to award them the top prize. Decked out in matching outfits, the duos velvety sound and suave style put on a phenomenal show, but they did have some tough competition at last Saturday’s event sponsored by The Shepherd’s Center of Chesterfield. Jo Ann Spain of Chesterfield, dressed as a nightclub performer, placed second with…

WEEKLY CALENDAR

By VN Staff on May 11, 2017 Announcements, Calendar, Community, Entertainment, Events

THURSDAY MAY 11 MEADOWDALE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP – 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. “Mrs. Lincoln and Mrs. Keckly: The Remarkable Story of the Friendship Between a First Lady and a Former Slave” by Jennifer Fleischner will be discussed. No registration required. FRIDAY, MAY 12 2017 SENIOR IDOL COMPETITION – 7 p.m., Victory Tabernacle Church, 11700 Genito Road, Midlothian. The 7th annual event will feature twelve talented finalists from Chesterfield, Richmond and the Tri-Cities area who will vie not only for the title but also cash prizes of $300, $200 and $100. Tickets in advance $10 are available by calling…

Community meeting set to share draft of Northern Jefferson Davis Special Area Plan

By Press release on May 11, 2017 Chesterfield Government, Development, Events, Planning & Zoning

The Chesterfield County Planning Department will host a meeting May 10, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., for citizens to learn about the Northern Jefferson Davis Special Area Plan and comment on the draft of the plan. The workshop-style meeting, to be held at the Bensley Community Building, 2900 Drewry’s Bluff Road, will offer stations on major parts of the plan. Area residents are invited to learn more about the plan and offer their thoughts. County planners will be on hand to answer questions. The special area plan covers the stretch of land along U.S. Route 1, between the James River…

Kiwanis Club announces winner of contest for 5K & 1-mile Fun Run logo

By Danielle Ozbat on May 4, 2017 Clubs, Community, Events, Outdoors

The Kiwanis Club of Chester is having its annual Chester 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk May 6. The run is presented in conjunction with Thomas Dale High School and the Chester YMCA and Kiwanis Club member, Duane Wittman, discussed the partnership. “We were sitting there one day and one of the guys came up and said, ‘Thomas Dale wants to talk to us about what they’re doing in a wellness program,’” Wittman said. “I think most of the schools now have a wellness program [where they work] with the kids in terms of nutrition and obesity [so] that’s how…

Falling Creek Ironworks event showcases local history

By Becky Wright on April 26, 2017 Community, Events

Buckskin, muskets, a colonial- style militia from Henricus, historical interpreters and a Native American drum group offered a walk back into history at the annual Falling Creek Ironworks Event Saturday. Visitors to the park located at 6370 Jefferson Davis Highway found a variety of vendors and displays, along with period history demonstrations. In addition to the colonial history, Native Americans were on hand to demonstrate native culture. Participants in the event included Mahone’s Forge Historical Productions, Henricus Militia, History Inc. / The Press Gang (musical performances, candle making, period children’s games), Wolf Creek…

The Uncle Devin Show will be at the Ettrick-Matoaca Library on May 20.

By Press release on April 19, 2017 Community, Events

Spring into music as the Chesterfield County Public Library in partnership with Chesterfield Arts Foundation offers family-friendly concerts and educational music programs Saturdays from April 22 to June 17 at Chester, Enon, Ettrick-Matoaca, and Meadowdale libraries. The concert series is a preliminary preview of the entertainment options available for the future Baxter Perkinson Chesterfield Arts Center planned for construction in the next 12 months. All concerts are free. The kick off is April 22 at Village Green by Chester Library featuring One Voice Ensemble, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. This is a smaller section of the One Voice chorus, and…

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