NOVEMBER 25 CCPS SCHOOLS CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY COLLECTION FOR CHRISTMAS MOTHER PROGRAM – Ongoing through Dec. 4. James River Industrial Park and James River Contracting collecting new toys for children and issues challenge to all area residents to participate. Collection boxes located at 13515 Lawing Dr. Details: 748-2917. NOVEMBER 26 HAPPY THANKSGIVING COUNTY, STATE, FEDERAL OFFICES CLOSED. COUNTY SCHOOLS CLOSED CHESTER PICKLEBALL. Goyne Park. Ecoff Ave. Each Thursday. 9 until 11 a.m. 6 until 8 p.m. Play will be at the tennis courts located behind the baseball field. Questions or info, call 712-8113 for Thanksgiving play. NOVEMBER 27 BLACK…
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Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services at Defense Supply Center Richmond (Chesterfield), has approximately 1,000 wooden pallets available to the public free-of-charge. Culling is allowed. Businesses are also welcome. The pallets will be available for pickup between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Nov. 30-Dec. 4, 2015. For more information and for installation access approval, please call 279-3576, 279-6206, 279- 3912, 279-3398 or 279-5935. The general public must access the installation through the North Gate located along Strathmore Road in North Chesterfield County. All visitors must have a valid government issued identification card to access the installation.
The “Chesterfield Monthly,” a product of Local News LLC and Chesterfield Observer, produced its last issue this month. Editor Scott Bass wrote in the November/December issue that the journalism business is in trouble. “…we simply couldn’t bring in enough revenue to keep the magazine afloat. Local News LLC, our parent company, has been in the newspaper business – publishing the weekly Chesterfield Observer – since 1995. The Observer has been financially successful for many years. Our foray into the magazine business, however, has been a struggle. The advertising revenue just didn’t keep pace,” Bass wrote in a final editorial. But…
The Woman’s Club of Chester invites all youth, 12 through 14 years of age, to submit an original 250-word essay on the subject “What It Means To Me To Be An American Citizen.” The essay should include the feelings and beliefs of the writer. Essays will be judged on content, originality and presentation. On a separate cover sheet, writers should provide the writer’s contact information to include full name, mailing address and telephone number. Send the typed essay along with the signed cover sheet to The Woman’s Club of Chester, P.O. Box 3074, Chester, VA 23831, Attention Citizenship Committee. Essay…
Marsha Sharpe retires from a lifetime of service to others in need Making a difference in the lives of others is one reason a person might pursue a career in social services. It is a career where one works to help meet the basic human needs of all people with particular attention to the needs of people who are vulnerable, oppressed and living in poverty. It is not always a fun job, but those who choose to work in the field see it as an honor. Chesterfield County recently lost a leader in the field of social services when Marsha…
Chesterfield County Public Library will host writer D. Randall Blythe, more popularly known as the lead singer of the rock band Lamb of God. The lyricist will talk about his recently published memoir as part of the library’s author visit series. The memoir called “Dark Days,” documents Blythe’s recent experience in a nineteenth century prison in the Czech Republic after being arrested for manslaughter. He was incarcerated for over a month in a cell with individuals who spoke little English. Blythe will share his journey – from arrest to acquittal – at the Meadowdale Library, 4301 Meadowdale Blvd. on Friday,…
The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia, (CHSV), in partnership with the Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation, presents an American Heritage merit badge workshop for Boy Scouts in December. The Boy Scout American Heritage Merit Badge Workshop will be held on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Historic Trinity Church, 10111 Iron Bridge Rd., Chesterfield. This workshop fulfills merit badge requirements concerning history and cultural heritage. Cost is $10 and registration is through the CHSV website at www.chesterfieldhistory.com. Prerequisites are required for this workshop. Call 751-4946 for details.
Join Henricus Historical Park on December 5th for the inaugural Boar’s Head Feast. Tis’ the season to step back into time and discover the sights, sounds, and flavors of Christmas as it was in the year of 1590. Guests will experience a multi-course feast including roasted meats, pies, ale, cider and more, served at a candle-lit table with a blazing Yule log fire. Dine to the sounds of period musicians and enjoy many a toast to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth I. Begin your holidays with one of the oldest English Christmas traditions in one of the oldest English settlements in…
Joy Wallace can frequently be seen at local fires. Just like any of the male firefighters, Wallace would suit up in the turnout gear (protective clothing) and don the self contained breathing apparatus, which would weigh around 60 pounds or more. She would risk her life while facing infernos to protect and rescue citizens and to save their property. She started out as a firefighter and through diligence, dedication and hard work has worked her way up through the ranks. On Tuesday night, Nov. 20, at Chesterfield Fire and EMS promotion ceremony, Wallace made history in the county fire department…
The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia (CHSV) in partnership with the Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation will offer a paranormal investigation of Historic Trinity Church in December . In partnership with CHSV, Spirited History will offer a special investigation on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 8 p.m. until 10 p.m. at the Historic Trinity Church, 10111 Iron Bridge Rd. This special holiday program will utilize holiday music as a trigger to connect with spirits. Cost is $20/person; ages eight to adult only; children must be accompanied by an adult. Spirited History can be heard live every Friday night at…