Apply today for the 2016 Master Gardener volunteer training
0Do you have an interest in gardening? Would you like to help educate the public about environmentally-sound gardening practices? If so, the Chesterfield Master Gardener Program may be for you! Every spring, the Chesterfield Cooperative Extension office trains a new class of Master Gardeners, teaching them about the basics of horticulture and gardening. The 2016 Master Gardener class meets three times a week for nine weeks, beginning in February. Training covers a range of gardening topics including botany, soils, entomology, integrated pest management, propagation, vegetable and sustainable gardening, native plants, turf, indoor plants, fruit trees, pruning, weeds and water quality.…
Artistic Planner
0Work: it is something we have to do, whether we want to or not. Some of us do it not for money but for for satisfaction and self worth. Some jobs afford us a way to change things, but that involves patience. Slow and steady wins the race as they say. Art can make it more interesting and accessible. I purchased book in 2010 called “Local Motion: The Art of Civic Engagement in Toronto,” by Dave Meslin. The city of Toron certainly cannot be much different in its structure than Chesterfield County. But as I pulled the book off of…
Weekly Calendar
0OCTOBER 14 INTRODUCTION TO 3-D PRINTING – 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. Central Library. Register online at library.chesterfield.gov OCTOBER 15 CHESTER PICKLEBALL. Goyne Park. Ecoff Ave. Each Thursday. 9 – 11 a.m. Play will be at the tennis courts located behind the baseball field. Questions or info, call 804-712-8113. COMMUNITY BIBLE STUDY – Begins October 1. Luke – The Savior of the World. New Covenant Presbyterian Church, 6415 Irongate Dr. Details: (804)743-8163. COMPANION SUPPER – 6 p.m. Chester Baptist Church, 4317 School St. Details: Deanie Clements, 790-1115 or Sarah Allen, 768-8602. OCTOBER 16 FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS – 7 p.m. Local…
Hundreds attend Enon Open House
0Pop and country songs drifted in the air, energizing the crowd; some tapped their toes and some began dancing along to the tunes. The smell of freshly popped corn and grilled hotdogs filled the air while children bounced in the fun zone activities. Inside the fire department bay, fire- rescue tools were on display along with fire safety pamphlets. Firefighters were on hand to answer questions, and free blood pressure checks were offered and prizes were offered. Sparky the fire dog and Gumby wandered about thrilling the children who greeted them. Several hundred visitors attended the annual open house.
Sarah Tatum announced as 2015 Christmas Mother
0The 2015 Christmas Mother season has arrived and Sarah Tatum, a long-time volunteer in the program, has been named the 2015 Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Christmas Mother. The annual kickoff tea was on Tuesday at the historic Magnolia Grange located at 10020 Iron Bridge Road. Ms. Tatum gave a brief speech and officially kickoff the 2015 Christmas Mother season. Sarah’s role as Christmas Mother is to ensure that children and elders in need will receive needed food, toys, and clothing for the holiday season. She will be working with the media, local businesses, and individuals to promote the program and ask for…
Concussion Discussion
0Football season is in full swing and we are reminded of the importance of recognizing, treating, and preventing concussions. Though football may be more often associated with concussions, they can occur in any sport where contact is possible. The short and long-term effects of concussions have been responsible for many rule changes and guidelines in high school and pro leagues. A concussion is defined as a temporary disruption in brain function that results from a direct impact to the head. In its broadest sense, the term “concussion” is usually used to describe any blow to the head, ranging from mild…
Leaf Removal Important to Lawn Health
0Fall is rolling along. As you look around, many deciduous trees are beginning to shed their leaves. Before long your yard will have its own coat of many colors. Or will it? Leaf removal is critical to successful sports turf management such as golf courses and ball fields. Their playing surfaces typically do not include red, orange, and yellow leaves. As homeowners you are also turf managers and leaf removal is important, too. A layer of leaf cover on grass blocks sunlight, which is necessary for photosynthesis and traps moisture increasing potential for diseases. Now before you race out to…
Candidate Forum: Board of Supervisors
2Washington politicians do not have to listen to constituents. Virginia politicians stay out of site on off election years, but local county supervisors make decisions that matter to you immediately. They can be convinced by their constituents on how to vote, and you can reach them by phone and actually talk to them, not an aid. But you have to vote, you have to know the issues, and you have to vote. Supervisors and School Board members are elected every four years so you may want to do a little homework and find out how they stand on the issues.…