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Vol. 7 No. 45 | Richmond Suburban News | July 13, 2022
HAAC’s Fourth of July bash returns in full color By Christina Amano Dolan Editor
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he Hanover Arts and Activities Center (HAAC) returned to the streets of Ashland this year to bring the community’s beloved Fourth of July Parade to life. With thousands of residents gathering on the sidewalks on the morning of July 4 to watch the colorful spectacle and enjoy live music, old fashioned games, apple pie and adorable pets on the lawn, this year’s event returned in its full glory after two years of anticipation. Sara Wright-Holloway, executive director of HAAC, said while they were able to host a virtual parade in 2019 and an in-person event last year with the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s event was more successful than ever before. “The last few years have been really difficult for Hanover Arts as an organization because our entire
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Community members cheer and clap for the impressive Fourth of July Parade lineup featuring We are Hanover LGBTQ+ allies, Parade Grand Marshall and Randolph-Macon College Coach Josh Merkel, the Kiwanis Club of Ashland, Ashland Town Council members, Patrick Henry and more. MORE PHOTOS ON PAGE 15.
mission is based on gathering as a community,” Wright-Holloway said. “We’re still very cognizant of trying to keep people as safe as possible in
Scotchtown presents summer programs
these times, but we are really happy to be back in the business of being together as a community because
Staff Report The Mechanicsville Local Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown is offering a packed calendar of fun summer programs for history enthusiasts and the family to enjoy. Located at, 16120 Chiswell Lane in Beaverdam, Scotchtown stands as the only original standing home of Patrick Henry open to the public. Known as the “orator of the American
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Hanover Tomato Festival is fasting approaching By Christina Amano Dolan Editor After long anticipation, the 2022 Hanover Tomato Festival is just around the corner. With the doubleday festivities kicking off this Friday night, here is what to expect from the staple community this year – returning bigger and better than before while staying true to tradition. Marcy Durrer, the recreation program director of Hanover County Parks and Recreation, said this year’s festival will look and feel very different than recent Tomato Festivals. While still situated at Pole Green Park, located at 8996 Pole Green Park Lane, Mechanicsville, this year’s tomato extravaganza will be held on a different field area to offer a more casual stroll through the event field. Durrer said she is most excited for the renewed sense of community, “bringing together the most of the previous Tomato Festivals but in a brand new evolved communityfocused event.” “I kind of want to focus on what
is this year rather than what was,” Durrer said. In an effort to emphasize community, this year will feature over 50 vendors on Friday and over 70 on Saturday that are all hand craft artisan vendors or agricultural vendors, with most located in Hanover. Friday night is returning with a bang this year from 5 to 9 p.m. and will showcase lively entertainment and music like never before. Rather than offering background music like previous years, Friday’s band will be spotlighted as the main entertainment for the night. The InsideOut Band is a high-energy party band that will play all of the best genres of dance music over the see TOMATO pg. 4
Revolution,” Henry lived in the residence from 1771 to 1778. Preservation Virginia acquired Scotchtown in 1958 and restored the historic building to its original appearance during Henry’s life. “Scotchtown’s buzzing with activity including great summer programming, gardens blooming and the new roof in the final stages of going up,” Contributed photo said Dawn Burnett, Scotchtown’s site Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown is located at 16120 Chiswell Lane in see SCOTCHTOWN, pg. 5
Beaverdam.
July programs offered at Hanover area Pamunkey libraries Richard S. Gillis, Jr./Ashland Branch Library In-Person Programs Must Love Words Wednesday, July 13, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Ages 18 and up. Writers, are you looking for inspiration? Need readers with a discerning eye? Join the library for constructive feedback and discussion about the craft of writing on each of this month. Due to group resources, email and word processing are used to communicate outside of meetings. Access to email and familiarity with word processing is preferred. Outdoor Family Storytimes Tuesday July 26, 11 to 11:30 a.m. An all ages story time at the Carter Park pavilion located in Ashland. Bring a blanket to enjoy some fun songs, rhymes and books. Carter Park is located at 1112 Maple Street, Ashland. Register at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ to be notified prior to the program if it is canceled due to weather. Wet Art Wednesday, July 13, 11 a.m. to noon. Ages 3 and up. Color the sidewalks around the library with some wet art, weather permitting. Hanover Quilting Circle Wednesday, July 13, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Grab your sewing machine, supplies and current project. This group meets the second Wednesday of every month to share ideas, fabric, skills and stories. Beginners, experienced quilters and those curious about the hobby are all welcome to drop in. Morning Book Club Friday, July 15, 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Ages 18 and up. Read the book of the month and engage in a lively discussion about it. Share views about the book and author and share reading recommendations. Discover Your Watershed: A Raindrop’s Journey. Saturday, July 16, 10 a.m. to noon. Ages 18 and up. Join the library for the first in a three-part series. Learn about watersheds in general and the Chesapeake Bay watershed in particular, the Chesapeake Bay
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Agreement and Best Management Practices (BMPs), and how the community can come together to support environmental literacy and install voluntary BMPs in the local watershed. Presented by Karen Fetty of Hanover-Caroline Soil and Water Conservation District. Afternoon Book Club Monday, July 18, 1 to 2 p.m. Ages 18 and up. Read the book of the month and engage in a lively discussion about it. Share views about the book and author and share reading recommendations. Evening Book Club Tuesday, July 19, 7 to 8 p.m. Ages 18 and up. Read the book of the month and engage in a lively discussion about it. Share views about the book and author and share reading recommendations. Back to School Vaccines Thursday, July 21, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Ages 18 & up. Learn what vaccines are due for school and what they protect against. A registered nurse can look at your child’s vaccine record and let you know if anything is missing. If your child needs vaccines, appointments can be made for the health department at the program. Presented by the Hanover Health Department. Submarine Escape Room Saturday, July 23, 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Ages 12 to 18. Do you have what it takes to survive a sinking submarine? Test your skills with your friends and see if you can escape the trap. Only sign up for only one time slot at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ event/8906725. Jack’s Jungle Trailer at Tuesday, July 26, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Welcome to Jack’s Jungle, the traveling jungle zoo. Step into Jack’s very own jungle trailer to see and learn about the fascinating 28 animals, in their enclosures, on the inside. There will also be animals outside of the trailer to touch and hold under supervision. Discover Your Watershed: Best Management Practices & the Virginia Conservation Assistance Program Saturday, July 30, 10 a.m. to noon.
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Join the library for the second in a three-part series. Learn about watersheds in general and the Chesapeake Bay watershed in particular, the Chesapeake Bay Agreement and Best Management Practices (BMPs), and how the community can come together to support environmental literacy and install voluntary BMPs in the local watershed. Presented by Karen Fetty of Hanover-Caroline Soil and Water Conservation District. Call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. for more information.
Hanover Branch Library In-Person Programs Outdoor Family Storytimes Friday, July 15, & 29, 11 to 11:30 a.m. Join the library for an all age story time to sing songs, learn rhymes and listen to stories. Bring a blanket to enjoy some fun songs, rhymes and books! Register at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ to be notified prior to the program if it is canceled due to weather. Hanover Book Club Monday, July 19, noon to 1 p.m. Join the library in person or on Zoom for a lively book discussion. Register for the Zoom meeting at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ event/9293421. Jack’s Jungle Trailer Wednesday, July 27, 10 to 11 a.m. Welcome to Jack’s Jungle, the traveling jungle zoo. Step into Jack’s very own jungle trailer to see and learn about the fascinating 28 animals, in their enclosures, on the inside. There will also be animals outside of the trailer to touch and hold under supervision. Virtual Programs The Music of Appalachia. Premieres Wednesday, July 14. Ages 18 and up. Dive into the music of rural Appalachia and find out more about the musical traditions of the region.
This video premieres on July 14 on the library’s website (https://tinyurl. com/prladults), YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/ pamunkeylibrary) and Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/ PamunkeyLibrary/). Take & Make Shark with Big Teeth at the Hanover Branch Library. Pickup begins Wednesday, July 27. Ages 3 and up. Stop by the Hanover Branch to pick up a kit of supplies and educational materials to make your very own Shark with Big Teeth, available while supplies last. Call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive for more information.
Lois Wickham Jones/ Montpelier Branch Library In-Person Programs Ocean in a Bottle Thursday, July 7, 10 to 11 a.m. Grades K-5. Beat the heat and join the library in the morning to create a fun ocean scene inside a bottle. The gathering will be in the Montpelier Rose Garden under some shady trees. Registration is required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ event/8942448. Next Level Origami at the Thursday, July 14, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Ages 13 and up. In modular origami, multiple pieces of paper become building blocks to create larger, more intricate shapes. Beginners through advanced folders are captivated by this timeless mathematical art form. Presented by Josue Morales, Ph.D. Outdoor Family Story Time Thursdays, July 21 and 28, 4 to 4:30 p.m. Join the library in the Rose Garden to sing songs, learn rhymes and listen to stories. Each session will have an engaging craft to take home. Feel free to bring a chair, towel and sunscreen. Register at https://pamunkeylibrary. libcal.com/ to be notified prior to the program if it is canceled due to
weather. Jack’s Jungle Trailer Monday July 25, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Welcome to Jack’s Jungle, the traveling jungle zoo. Step into Jack’s very own jungle trailer to see and learn about the fascinating 28 animals, in their enclosures, on the inside. There will also be animals outside of the trailer to touch and hold under supervision. Call 804-883-7116 or visit the library at 17205 Sycamore Tavern Lane for more information.
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library In-Person Programs Pirate Day Party! Saturday, July 9, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Grades K-5. Ahoy! Celebrate the legacy of pirates through games and crafts under the blazing sun. Outdoor Family Story Time Saturday, July 16, 11 to 11:30 a.m. Join the library for an all age story time to sing songs, learn rhymes and listen to stories. Bring a blanket to enjoy some fun songs, rhymes and books. Register at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ to be notified prior to the program if it is canceled due to weather. Read to Rover Thursday, July 21, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Grades K-2. Read 2 Rover provides comfort and motivation for beginning readers as they read aloud to Colby or Pepper, the library’s therapy dogs. Space is limited. Registration required at https:// pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/. Jack’s Jungle Trailer Monday July 25, 1 to 2 p.m. Welcome to Jack’s Jungle, the traveling jungle zoo. Step into Jack’s very own jungle trailer to see and learn about the fascinating 28 animals, in their enclosures, on the inside. There will also be animals outside of the trailer to touch and hold under supervision. Call 804-749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.
Fatal automobile crash under investigation Contributed Report news@mechocal.com A 27-year-old Doswell man was killed last week in a fatal single-vehicle crash. At about 10:47 p.m. on Wednesday, July 6, Hanover County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies responded to the 14200 block of Washington Highway for a single-vehicle crash. The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2006 BMW was traveling northbound on Washington Highway
(Route 1) when the vehicle drifted into the southbound lane of travel. The vehicle then maneuvered back into the northbound lanes, where it ran off the roadway and into the grassy embankment, ultimately flipping when it reentered the roadway as it came to a final rest on the driver side of the vehicle. During the roll over, the driver and passenger were ejected from their vehicle. The driver of the 2006 BMW was immediately provided medical atten-
tion and transported to MCV Hospital. The passenger, Sean Austin Serra, 27, of Doswell, was pronounced deceased at the scene. There were no other occupants in the vehicle. Investigators are still collecting information at this time. HCSO extend their deepest condolences to the family of Sean Serra and the injured driver during this difficult time.
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SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 10200th block of Berkeley Manor Drive, Mechanicsville.
DWI: First offense was reported in the 4400th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
Eluding police: Endangering persons or a police car was reported in the 9800th block of I-95 N, Ashland.
Driver not reporting accident with damage up to $1,000 was reported in the 8300th block of Walnut Grove Road, Mechanicsville. Marijuana on school grounds was reported in the 12400th block of W Patrick Henry Road, Ashland.
Driver not reporting accident with damage less than $250 was reported in the 9300th block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville. Hit and run: Attended property damage more than $1000 was reported in the 6400th block of Rural Point Road/Pole Green Road, Mechanicsville. Reckless handling of a firearm was reported in the 11500th block of Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.
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Unauthorized use of a vehicle, boat or animal was reported in the 8400th block of Stumpy Road, Ashland. Driver not reporting accident with damage up to $1,000 was reported in the 9000th block of Times Dispatch Boulevard, Mechanicsville.
False statement to obtain property or credit was reported in the 7100th block of Mill Valley Road, Mechanicsville.
Simple assault was reported in the 12000th block of
Uttering was reported in the 7000th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
Concealment of pricealtered merchandise, less than $500 was reported in the 7000th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Petit larceny, less than $500, not from a person was reported in the 10800th block of Providence Woods Lane, Ashland. Conspiracy, breaking and entering a house to commit larceny, assault was reported in the 10200th block of Lakeridge Square Court, Ashland. Petit larceny, building was
Petit larceny, building was reported in the 16000th block of Gun Barrel Road, Montpelier. Failure to appear on a felony charge was reported in the 7500th block of County Complex Road, Hanover. Petit larceny, parts was reported in the 11200th block of Leadbetter Road, Ashland. Credit card fraud, $200 or more in six months was reported in the 7000th block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
Driver not reporting accident with damage up to $1,000 was reported in the 10200th block of Kings Dominion Boulevard, Doswell.
Driver not reporting accident with damage less than $250 was reported in the 9000th block of New Ashcake Road/Linderwood Drive, Mechanicsville.
Inhaling drugs was reported in the 8200th block of Oak Street, Mechanicsville.
Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 10200th block of Toliver Trail Circle, Ashland.
Driving after forfeiture of license was reported in the 14400th block of Stone Horse Creek Road, Glen Allen. Possession of a Schedule I or II controlled substance was reported in the 7100th block of Bell Creek Road/Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.
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Brandishing a firearm was reported in the 9100th block of Warren Avenue, Mechanicsville.
Reckless handling of a firearm was reported in the 6400th block of Cohart Lane, Mechanicsville. Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 10800th block of Providence Woods Lane, Ashland.
Driver not reporting accident with damage more than $1,000 was reported in the 14300th block of Old Ridge Road, Beaverdam.
Destruction of property, monument was reported in the 13500th block of Providence Park Drive, Ashland.
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Driver not reporting accident with damage less than $250 was reported in the 11300th block of Air Park Road, Ashland.
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CALENDAR Wednesday, July 13 Enon UMC, located at 6156 Studley Road, 23116 will hold VBS for all kids ages fourth through fifth grade from 6 to 8 p.m. Children’s dinner will be served at 6 followed by Bible story, music, crafts and games. The theme is “Discovery on Adventure Island.” Registration is required and available on the website: enonumc.org or by calling (804) 746-4719, (804) 571-2990 (804) 730-1792 or (804) 723-5971.
Friday, July 15 and Saturday, July 16 The Hanover Tomato Festival returns to Pole Green Park, located at 8996 Pole Green Park Lane, Mechanicsville, on Friday from 5 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Thursday, July 21 Join the Ashland Museum for a night of questions and answers at the monthly Trivia Night at 6 p.m., located at Origin Beer Lab, 106 S. Railroad Avenue, Ashland. No reservations are needed. For more information, email ashlandmuseum@comcast.net or call 804-368-7314.
Saturday, July 30 Local author Sara Condrey will be holding a book signing at Books Beads and More,
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decades, offering nostalgic and upbeat entertainment for all festivalgoers. Unlike previous years, Friday will feature beer sales provided by the Hanover CREW Foundation, with all proceeds supporting the foundation. Ticket sales end at 8:15 p.m. and the final pour will be at 8:45 p.m. Event attendees,
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located at 8106 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Condrey is the author of 16 books in various genres including children’s books, thriller, horror and light romance.
Ongoing Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Functions One Stop Shop (MCEF OSS) is open for food, clothing and linens from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at 7235 Stonewall Parkway in Mechanicsville (rear parking lot). The shop is available for residents in the 23111 and 23116 zip codes with identification and proof of residency.
Saturdays Trinity Lutheran Church, Ashland Campus, located at 11515 Ashcake Road in Ashland 2 miles west of U.S. 1, holds its church service at 5 p.m. with Pastor Rev. Dr. Roy Minnix. Visit www.trinityrichmond.net or call 804-270-9626.
Sundays All Souls Episcopal Church celebrates Holy Eucharist Rite II at 9:15 a.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church at 8154 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville. A nursery will be available for infants and toddlers. Katherine G. Dougherty is the Deacon in
over the age of 21 with ID, are encouraged to drink responsibly. Outside alcohol and coolers will not be permitted. The beloved pizza race is returning with a giant inflatable obstacle course for adult entertainment. Participants will compete in a fun course reminiscent of “Wipe Out” and “Ninja Warrior” for a prize. “We want folks to come grab dinner, grab a drink…
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Fax submissions to calendar to 344-8746, email to events@mechlocal. com, or mail to 8460 Times-Dispatch Blvd., Mechanicsville VA 23116. Deadline is 1 p.m. Thursday for the following week’s issue. Calendar announcements cannot be taken by phone. We reserve the right to edit all items submitted to Ashland-Hanover Local. charge of All Souls. Visit www. allsoulsva.org. A Healing and Recovery SS Class meets at 9 a.m. at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville. The class is for adults 18 and over and is an extension of the NorthStar community that also meets at 6 p.m. Fridays at the church. The Christian 12 Steps and Biblical wisdom are the basis of study and discussion to learn about God’s place in our lives. All are welcome. Contact 804-7465081 or contact Craig Simpson at craigwgbc@gmail.com. Outside the Walls, a Narcotics Anonymous group, meets from 6 to 7 p.m. in the lobby of the Pamunkey Regional Jail at 7240 Courtland Farm Rd. in Hanover. Contact John Shinholser, McShin president, at 804-249-1845. The website is http://www.mcshin. org.
Tuesdays The Hanover Concert Band rehearses from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday, mid-January through mid-December, at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center at 500 S. Railroad Ave.
stay for the music, visit the vendors, get a tasting plate of tomatoes, grab a bag of tomatoes on the way out,” Durrer said. “By adding in beer sales and by bringing in great entertainment, quality vendors, super fun obstacle pizza race, I think we’re enhancing all that fun of Friday night.” She encourages all attendees to bring cash for both days, as the tomato tastings
in Ashland, just south of U.S. 54. Membership is open to anyone who can read music and play a non-string instrument. High school students are welcome with parents’ permission. Visit www.hanoverconcertband.org or call 804-789-0536. The American Legion Post 175, located at 8700 Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville, holds a “Meet and Greet, Coffee and Donut” event from 9-11 a.m. every Tuesday for the community and perspective members to meet members and learn about what they do for the community. Visit http://www. post175.org/.
Wednesdays Hanover Rotary meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Roma’s Restaurant at 7240 Bell Creek Rd. in Mechanicsville. Due to the pandemic, contact President Penny at pennyguiles43@gmail.com for current meeting at Roma’s or Zoom connection information.
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and all tomato purchases are cash only and there will be no ATM on site. “Friday night can be so amazing because it’s not under the heat of the sun, and it’s just fun,” she said. Durrer said they hope the two days will provide “the best of both worlds” to attendees, with Friday night focused on adult fun and live entertainment while Saturday kicks off as a day for the family.
Hanover comprehensive plan update continues with upcoming public workshops Contributed Report Ashland-Hanover Local Hanover County is currently working with residents, businesses, landowners, and other community members to update the Comprehensive Plan, which is the County’s long-range vision for the future. The plan addresses a variety of topics, including land use, housing, economic development and natural resources. It identifies objectives and strategies that can be implemented to realize the community’s vision for the future, serving as a guide for growth, development and preservation. As part of the Comprehensive Plan update, two interactive workshops are scheduled for late July and early August. At these interactive workshops, citizens will work together as a group to discuss future land uses throughout Hanover County. Both workshops will include the same interactive activities, so interested participants can attend the date/location that works best for their Saturday’s event will span from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to provide a more comfortable experience for attendees and beat the steamy afternoon sun. The day will be jam-packed with free children’s activities, such as tomato decorating, face painting, arts and crafts games for prizes or fun, a rock wall, Giant Jenga and Connect Four, basketball, a game truck, tomato eating contests and more. Dogs are also welcome,
schedule. Pre-registration is encouraged. Visit www. envisionhanover.com or call (804) 365-6171 for registration and more information. Thursday, July 28 (5:30. to 7 p.m.) Montpelier Center for Arts and Education 17205 Mountain Road Montpelier, VA 23192 Wednesday, August 3 (5:30 to 7 p.m.) Atlee Branch Library 9212 Rutlandshire Drive Mechanicsville, VA 23116 Updating the Comprehensive Plan will be a multi-year effort. There will be significant opportunities for public engagement as the updated plan continues to be developed. It is anticipated that the final document will be reviewed and adopted by the Board of Supervisors in the summer of 2023. For more information, visit www.envisionhanover. com. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer. with a “Bow Wow Beach” providing a cooling station and game area. “It’s about bringing community together,” Durrer said. “It is the Hanover Tomato Festival, so we’re focusing on Hanover and we’re focusing on tomatoes, and we’re going to have fun at our festival.” For more information about this year’s festival, visit the website: www.hanovertomatofestival.com.
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coordinator. “Whether you are a home schooling family looking for reasonably priced educational experiences, interested in learning about hearth cooking, music in the 18th century, or have always been curious about Scotchtown’s haunted history, there is something exciting and fun for everyone. For a short time, guests even have an opportunity to be part of Scotchtown’s history by signing one of the new roof shingles for a small donation. We hope to see you soon at Scotchtown.” The upcoming summer programs are: History Homeschool Days at Scotchtown Museum on Friday, July 15 and Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Take your homeschool group on the road this summer with Preservation Virginia’s 100 miles of history for a discounted admission of $5 per person ages 6 and up for a guided tour, chances to ask lots of questions about Virginia history, complete tour scavenger hunts or activity sheets and explore the beautiful property. Reservations are appreciated and can be made by visiting: scotchtown@preservationvirginia.org A Soldier’s Song on Saturday, July 23 from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and 2:15 to 3:15 p.m. Join Scotchtown
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meets weekly at noon at the Iron Horse Restaurant at 100 S. Railroad Ave. in Ashland. For more information, contact Steve Dunham at 804-496-6093 or sandrdunham@yahoo.com. Overcomers Outreach & Women’s Codependency is a Christ-centered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families. Meetings are held at 7
staff for a focused discussion and take a closer look at the role music played in both the life of Patrick Henry and the Revolutionary War and how it has changed throughout time. Study the lyrics and listen to audio recordings of a selection of 18th and 19th century songs relating to the Revolutionary War and explore the context in which songs like “Yankee Doodle” were often performed and the deeper meanings behind them. Included with a special program ticket is the option to join in a guided tour of the manor house. Members use code PVMEMBER, children 6 and under use PV6ANDUNDER, military/AAA/senior use code PV9, and students use code PVSTUDENT at Eventbrite checkout: www.eventbrite. com/e/a-soldiers-song-tickets-356494383297. A Spirited Night at Scotchtown with CPRI on Saturday, July 23 with tours scheduled to start on the half hour from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Strange and mysterious occurrences happen throughout the year at Scotchtown Museum – not just in October. Join the museum for a spooky and fun filled summer evening along with The Center for Paranormal Research and Investigation, the oldest paranormal research organization in Virginia and a member of the T.A.P.S. Family. Start the
evening off with a delicious meal from the Grateful Grill, a Richmond artisan grilled cheese food truck, then join CPRI team members as they explain the equipment and methods used during their ongoing science-based research at Scotchtown. Hear about the many documented events that have occurred at Scotchtown while touring the candlelit manor house and grounds with CPRI and Scotchtown staff. End the night by the bonfire with local tales of spirits and ghosts and judge if Scotchtown is haunted. Preservation Virginia members use code PVMEMBER on Eventbrite: www.eventbrite. com/e/a-spirited-night-atscotchtown-with-cpri-tickets-356547783017. Summertime in the Kitchen on Saturday, Aug. 13 all day. Scotchtown staff will be discussing food ways in the 1700s including exploring the kitchen garden and cooking multiple dishes throughout the day using 18th century recipes. The foods exhibited will document the wide variety in taste throughout the colonies. Guests can take home a recipe to try themselves. This program is included in the General Admission ticket. Preservation Virginia members are free. To purchase tickets, visit: https:// preservationvirginia.org/tickets/patrick-henrys-scotchtown.
p.m. at Shalom Baptist Church at 8116 Walnut Grove Road Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-366-6524 or email mjfaith1@gmail.com.
Civil Air Patrol, Hanover Squadron, meets Thursdays, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fairfield Presbyterian Church, 6930 Cold Harbor Road, in Mechanicsville. CAP is an awesome program for youth, ages 12- 21, as well as for adults who care about young people and want to help train America’s next generation of Leaders. You’ll find cadet life exciting if you enjoy Flying, Leadership Training, Model Rocketry, Earning Rank & Awards, and
New Highland Baptist Church hosts open basketball gym time for adults in the Christian Life Center (CLC) starting at 7:30 PM. The church is located at 9200 New Ashcake Road in Mechanicsville. Use the side back entrance to enter. Contact Jeff Fitzgerald at jkfitzgerald@comcast.net with any questions.
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The Fourth of July provides a day of organic community fun By Christina Amano Dolan Editor “1776!” Patrick Henry shouted from the crowd, followed by a wave of laughter. “Alright, $17.76,” shouted emcee Roger Reynolds into the microphone before the excited crowd of hundreds huddled on the lawn of the Hanover Arts and Activities Center. He stood next to the delicious pie of young Amelia Keeley, who won the Patriotic Pie Contest under the kid’s winner category. Everyone on the lawn, sitting under the pleasant shade of the center’s trees, watched in amusement as hands shot up in the crowd for the award-winning apple pie. “Who wants to outbid Patrick Henry for $18 – $18 dollars right here!” Reynolds pointed to a young boy sitting at the front of the crowd. “Do I hear $19? Let’s make it $20! $21, $22, $25, $26!” The excited screaming of the eager bidders soared as the young boy fought for the pie. Back and forth between another audience member’s hand, the boy’s hand shot up with each new challenge. The crowd erupted into laughter – a bidding war had officially begun, and it gripped everyone who watched. “Where are your parents?” another bidder shouted in laugh-
ter from the audience. “Whose money are you spending?” The numbers climbed along with the energy of the crowd. “$30!” Reynolds shouted, and the boy’s hand fell in defeat. “$30 going once, $30 going twice… Sold!” The crowd cheered and whistled for the woman who secured her apple pie, and the day’s excitement and uplifting energy seemed to swell in that moment of organic comedy. “I’ve never seen an auction like that before,” Reynolds joked, which signaled another wave of laughter. This is what the day was all about. It was the long-awaited return of the Hanover Arts and Activities Center’s Fourth of July Parade and Celebration – a day to celebrate community, positivity and the lovable quirkiness of the town in all of its glory. The day’s positive energy could be found in every corner of the celebration, with the delicious smell of grilled hotdogs and hamburgers floating in the air and the sound of children’s joyous screams accompanying the live music. Small toddlers were pulled by their siblings in wheelbarrows, sporting the same colors of red, white and blue as a crowd of dogs of all shapes and sizes scattered everywhere. It was impossible not to pause and take a picture of every adorable puppy around every corner, decked out in a blue tutu or extravagant Uncle Sam outfit. I even heard a few wonder-
ful stories from the proud owners of these furry friends –how every year they return for the Patriotic Pet Contest as reigning champions. Among the many new friends made that day, I will remember a simple phrase from a fellow visitor and longtime parade-goer that seemed to capture the day perfectly. Shortly after a young girl had handed me my very own red, white and blue lei and American flag to wave during the parade, I asked a guest why they enjoyed attending this specific parade every year. “Because there is nothing like it,” she said. “You will never feel the same sense of community as you do here. It’s just pure fun.” It was impossible to count how many times I laughed heartily that day, whether from watching the uniquely impressive performance of the Folding Chair Brigade during the parade, the clumsiness of the potato sack racers fumbling their way across the lawn, the adorable lineup of the Patriotic Pet Winners, or the heated bidding war over a young girl’s apple pie. It was a day that served as a grand, traditional community gathering to celebrate a national holiday, yet it wasn’t just a day to celebrate the country’s independence – It was a day to celebrate Ashland and Hanover in its liveliest, quirkiest and most organically fun form.
Independence Day memories can’t erase today’s reality LETTERS | Reader Views By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist Is there anything more satisfying than sitting on an old front porch and rocking away in a chair that’s seen it’s hundredth coat of park green paint?
It’s a summer ritual often overlooked by today’s generation, but an important rite of seasonal passage for many of us who remember those unencumbered nights where only the sound of worn wooden rockers hitting a worn collection of old boards
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can be heard. Those summers on the porch somehow provide a timeline of my life and represent different periods – some of great change – in my life. My first memories are of my Mother swinging my sister and I on
what was called a glider. Few homes in Montgomery, Alabama lacked one of metal swings that usually arrived in a set of one large swing and a chair to match. On those hot nights when not see MEMORIES, pg. 8
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Waddell offers rebuttal related to Redd appointment Dear Editor, Cervantes is credited with saying “facts are the enemy of truth.” There seems to be a plethora of examples of that wisdom. Allow me to illustrate. In her June 15 Letter to the Editor (LTE) on the subject of the recent appointment of Mr. John Redd to represent the Mechanicsville district on the Hanover County School Board (HCSB), Ms. Kristin Stevens of Mechanicsville made several assertions. Some of her statements are indeed factual; others, well not so. Fact: Stevens correctly points see LETTERS, pg. 7
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out that I serve on PlanRVa with Supervisor Davis and Supervisor Peterson. Using this fact she alleges that there exists some “cozy arrangement for discussing potential appointees” arising out of service on this organization. Truth: While I do serve on PlanRVa with two of Hanover`s elected and one other appointed representative, our discussions center on regional issues. Sidebar discussions do not happen. Should I, or any citizen for that matter, wish an audience with any board member, contact information is posted on the county website. Each board member is easily accessible and responsive. My entire advocacy has been in open forums including a LTE to the Local and public comments before the Board of Supervisors – advocacy that Stevens acknowledges. And to correct another factual error, it was not I who introduced Redd at the May meeting; it was Mr. Warren Rice who lives in the Mechanicsville district. Fact: I was indeed the author of a letter criticizing the then-current school board representative for initiating the school name changes in the summer of 2020. Truth: My objection to the action of renaming the schools is stated in my LTE printed in the Local: “Eventually the schools or the high school would be replaced. Then, not now, would be the time to inaugu-
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much more. For more information, visit hanover.vawg.cap. gov. You can also call or email Capt James Wright at 804-5513354 or james.wright@vawg.
rate new names. It is also a waste of county resources to remove the names. Resources would best have been spent on education and administration costs.” Minutes from the Nov. 12, 2019 HCSB meeting buttress my point: “If the School Board decides to resolve the matter, it will cost an estimated $495,000 to change the names and mascots at Lee-Davis and Stonewall Jackson.” “Regardless of whether the lawsuit is resolved, Lee-Davis and Stonewall Jackson will eventually be replaced as part of the School Board’s longterm facilities planning, and they will be renamed pursuant to existing School Board Policy.” The costs to remove and replace signage and associated costs would have been better allocated to the acquisition of material and supplies needed by individual schools. In the past several weeks, I attended several meetings where the newly appointed board member Redd met with parents to discuss their concerns. Two of those parents detailed an instance when their children’s school had run out of toilet paper near the end of the school term and that they had been told that there was not sufficient funds to buy more. Like every citizen of Hanover, I pay taxes. Those taxes fund the school system. Therefore, I am a stakeholder in decisions made by the school board. I resent squandering resources that are better appropriated for necessities. And because my taxes fund the schools, I feel that my voice
and my advocacy of Redd should be afforded the same validity as that of Stevens’. I was present at the board meeting when Supervisor Peterson announced his appointment, detailed the process and acknowledged the challenges that he faced with any qualified candidates. Were Steven’s innuendo based in fact, the selection process would have been abbreviated. The failure of whichever candidate that Stevens supported is undoubtedly disappointing, but to allege that the school board appointment is “two years in the making” is patently an error and lacks credibility. I would postulate that the reason for the now former representative not being reappointed was possibly due to accountability and trust issues. Anyone who would recommend allocation of the scarce resources for such frivolous undertakings demonstrates questionable judgement. To repeat, those schools were scheduled to be replaced in the near future and would not bear the current names. The cost of renaming was a waste of my and every county taxpayers’ money. It is better to light a candle than to curse the darkness. You can stand on the sidelines and engage in innuendo and draw conclusions founded on half-truths, or you can reach out to the newly appointed school board member to articulate your views, advocate for your issues and collaborate for progress. That choice is yours. Charlie Waddell Henry District
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group’s mission is to bring a message of hope and recovery to those suffering from addiction issues. They meet on Fridays from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mechanicsville United Methodist Church, 7356 Atlee
Fridays The Building Bridges group of Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. The
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Local cooperative REC gets it. From volunteering, supporting area schools, recruiting businesses that provide hundreds of jobs and partnering to bring broadband, REC energizes the community side-by-side with members. In addition, thousands of REC members donate and round up their monthly power bills to the next whole dollar to fund The Power of Change. The proceeds are made available to nonprofit, charitable organizations across REC’s service area. REC and members. Powering a Brighter Community. Together.
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a breath of air moved, she’s gently rock us to sleep on that glider. I remember it as a calming quietness that marked nights in the deep south, the stillness only interrupted by the unpredictable outburst of cicadas hiding in the old trees that overlapped the street. When we moved north, the venue changed, but gatherings on the porch became a summer tradition at my grandmother’s house in Maryland. Her porch was more designed for relaxation sporting a line of old rockers where the details in the small carvings that decorated the legs and arms were no longer distinguishable, long ago covered by the umpteenth coat of paint. The best seats were reserved for family members boasting the most seniority, and one did not dare occupy a seat reserved for another. It didn’t matter, the steps handled the overflow on the busiest of nights like the Fourth of July, when everyone gathered on Miss Lilly’s porch to see the fireworks from the Ag Center just across the tracks. Those peaceful memories of past Independence Days stand in stark contrast to the latest images of the holiday on display after a gunman opened fire on innocent parade bystanders as they prepared to
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Road in Mechanicsville. For more information, visit rvana. org.
Second Mondays The WEB of Hope meets from 10 a. m. to noon at the Black Creek Baptist Church at 6289 McClellan Road in Mechanicsville. It is one of several groups in the Richmond area that crochets, knits, sews,
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celebrate the nation’s birthday. There was something distinctively sad as I browsed through a collection of still images from the attack and its aftermath. Many caught my attention, but one stood out in its statement of the devastation of human lives coupled with the disruption of a national holiday that seemed to exemplify a growing feeling of doom in our country. The image depicted an abandoned street decorated with American flags and other patriotic symbols strewn with rapidly abandoned lawn chairs, backpacks and other personal items. The street, the celebration, the confidence of a community were eerily deserted as a single car sat abandoned with a crumpled American flag. Our nation is again forced to deal with enormous tragedy, its impact heightened by the timing of the attack, and many are left to ponder the future of a nation that some think has lost its way. It leaves me treasuring those lost moments on the various porches in my life, longing for that sense of security and peace that I, like most Americans took for granted . . . . and looking forward to the day when the madness ends and families in the future can gather on their porches or attend parades to celebrate without fear and trepidation. and quilts gifts for the American Red Cross to distributed to those in need. Since its inception, the WEB has donated over 153,000 gifts locally, nationally and globally. If you can make it, the WEB can use it. There are so many organizations in need of help. For more information, call Laurie Wagner at 804-7810338.
Third Mondays Alzheimer’s/Dementia supsee CALENDAR, pg. 12
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Take a fresh look at DeJarnette Park Contributed Report Ashland-Hanover Local The Ashland Museum and Ashland Parks and Recreation are partnering for a nature photography session on Tuesday, July 19 from 9 to 11 a.m. Celebrate Parks and Recreation Month in one of Ashland’s park gems: DeJarnette Park. For rising fifth through eighth graders, they will offer youth the
opportunity to learn and experiment with photography. Kids can use their phone, bring a camera or try a camera provided by the museum. Come see nature and DeJarnette Park through a different lens. The morning promises to be fun. This is free, but reservations are required. For more information, email the museum at ashlandmuseum@comcast.net or leave a voice message at 804-368-7314.
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people really do love that.” She said this year’s event was “just blown out of the water” with a recordbreaking number of attendees. According to the Ashland Police Department, there were around 1,500 attendees throughout the three-hour long event, which spanned from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Residents from near and far visited Ashland for the beloved event, including Mary Watts, a Henrico resident who has visited the parade for around 15 years because there is “nothing else like it.” “A lot of the locals get together. You know, they’ve got lawn chairs and the dogs are all dressed up,” Watts said. “It’s just a little town feel.” Longtime Ashland resident Ella Swager, accompanied by her two friends Rosie Morris and Melanie Fleischer, said the parade is a community staple that “epitomizes the small town community feel” of Ashland. “You know, you can’t walk 10 feet without seeing someone you know,” Swager said. “During COVID, we didn’t have these sort of community gatherings, and I think we all appreciate it much more now. And it’s so great to see people you know and don’t know and for that sense of community.” This year’s parade, led by parade chair Sharon Olivo-Perez, featured both returning brigades and spontaneous participation by community members. “The nature of our parade tends to be a little small town chaotic, you know, there are parts of it that just happen organically,” said Wright-Holloway. Bubbles were blown in the air and accompanied by the lively music of the
Cacophony of the Universe (COTU) Marching Band. Visitors cheered and waved to the colorful brigades making their way down the street, including the staple Lawn Chair Brigade, Patriotic Pet Brigade, Patriotic Bike Brigade and the Basset Hound Brigade. Ashland Town Council members and this year’s parade grand marshal, Randolph-Macon College (RMC) men’s basketball coach Josh Merkel, also showed their spirit in the parade lineup. Wright-Holloway said while she loves the parade, as it shows the fun and quirky side of the town, her favorite aspect of the day is always the lawn festivities that follow. The lawn party featured fun games for the family, including corn hole, a threelegged race, potato sack race, egg toss, water balloon toss and more. “And what I love about watching all the kids play afterwards, during the celebration, is that you get little tiny kids all the way up to teenagers participating in those old fashioned lawn games,” said WrightHolloway. “And everybody’s just having a great time.” The day’s events also included the return of the Hanover Concert Band, the singing of the National Anthem by Hanover Idol Audrey Kate Taylor, Hanover Junior Idol Rebekah Turner’s performance of “Lift Every Voice,” and light entertainment by Roger Reynolds, the event’s emcee and founder of CJ’s Thumbs Up Foundation. “We’re delighted to see everybody here today – friends, neighbors, visitors, new faces,” said Reynolds to the crowd that gathered in front of HAAC to listen to the Hanover Concert Band’s live performance. “It’s our very own homegrown Fourth of July parade and celebration… We gather in honor of 246 years… of our nation’s independence and to celebrate all things
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that make us uniquely American.” Reynolds also announced the winners of the day’s Patriotic Pet and Apple Pie Contest and led an auction with the winning apple pies to benefit HAAC. Wright-Holloway said this year attracted an impressive number of pie submissions. Pies that did not place in the contest along with donated Costco pies were sold by the slice at the HAAC stand to benefit the center, with all 200 pieces sold out an hour before the event ended. “Our pie sales were bonkers this year,” Wright-Holloway said. This year’s first place winner for the Apple Pie Contest was Addy Haas, second place was Elizabeth Slopey and third was Arlene Dooley. Amelia Keeley placed as the kid’s winner and Tish Iorio won the most patriotic category. Wright-Holloway said one of the most important aspects of the parade and event is ensuring it is “completely a community event,” run purely by volunteers from the community and HAAC along with its list of vendors featuring local nonprofits. Boy Scout Troop 793 ran the hamburgers and hotdogs stand, Girl Scout Troop 5465 organized the pet contest and the Clay Spring Ruritans provided snow cones to guests. This year’s presenting sponsor was the Ashland Veterinary Hospital. Wright-Holloway expressed her joy for this year’s success and said she looks forward to the center’s upcoming community programs, including a Bastille Day Celebration on Thursday, July 14 and a paranormal investigation on July 30 with the Kling Brothers and Katie Burr from Discovery Channel’s “Ghost Lab.” For more information on HAAC’s calendar of events and variety of programs, visit the website: https://www.hanoverarts. net/.
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Rain can’t dampen spirits at GRAL meet By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE — While stormy weather couldn’t avoid making a visit to the area’s Greater Richmond Aquatic League swim meets Wednesday night, the weather could only delay, not stop, all the action going on in the water. One of those meets took place at Mechanicsville Recreation Association, where the Marlins hosted Milestone’s Makos. The storms could not dampen the rampant enthusiasm on the pool’s deck. “I actually enjoyed coaching this meet a lot,” said Mechanicsville head coach Katie Herzberger. “It was really good competition. We had won our first three meets. This one was definitely a little bit more of a challenge for us, but I definitely think our team was up to the challenge and really, like, needed the extra push because I know we got a lot of qualifying times for the championship meet.” The Makos — led by quad winners Hudson Brush, Kaylee Hues, Jeremy Masinick, Gavin Mauritsen, John Perego, Michael Sabo, Molly Sabo, Riley Spaulding — outscored the Marlins 830-619. Milestone’s triple winners are Elizabeth Black, David Blanco, Brandon Harvey, Chloe Hues and Jeffrey Sproull. Mechanicsville was led by quad winners Aydan ButlerGee, Jordyn Dillard, Alex Pruemer, and Whitney Speeks; and triple winners Tyler
working with finishes, making sure we’re actually kicking our legs and finishing to the wall. … Honestly, they are dropping time every week. So I have full confidence that we can get a bunch more to Champs.” In other GRAL Division 4 action, Hanover Country Club slipped past Wembley 620-579, Old Church beat Bell Creek 744-639, and Battlefield Green fell to Tuckahoe Village West 946-463. Three quad winners led Hanover Country Club to its victory: Olivia Massimino, Madison Mourtzakis and Stone Tribble. The Sharks had a number of triple winners: Hudson Droppleman, J.J. Droppleman, Emery Hodnett, Easton Kaefer, Kaleb Kashinejad, and Finn Winegardner. Old Church was led by a quintet of quad winners: Henry Atkinson, Katie Brehm, Gracie Brooks, Liz LaPrade and Ty Williams. The Otters had a host of triple winners: Charley Brooks, Connor Brooks, Garrison Cornwell, Rhett Grubbs, Bryden Hurtubise, Alex Piland, Ava Piland, Claire Randolph, and Keelyn Underdown and Kendall Underdown. Battlefield Green was led by quad winner Lexi Scott and triple winners Lauryn Chaney, Mason Lewis and Jackson Joel Klein for The Local McClave. Milestone 7-year-old Lydia Madden awaits teammate Brandon Harvey after his victory in the 15-18 boys 100-meter individual There were three Division 3 medley in the visiting Makos’ Greater Richmond Aquatic League meet against Mechanicsville Recreation Association Wednesday. meets involving Hanover teams “The biggest age group that ing right on the border of those Wednesday. Atlee Recreation Earley, Brittany Hanner, Olivia mers are steadily improving. “Our older kids are truly we’re focusing on right now is times that qualify. So, during Association defeated Rockville/ Leonard, Ciara Lewis, Emily killing it. A lot of them have our 9s and 10s. We have a lot practice, we’ve really just been, Willard and Katie Willard. Herzberger said her swim- qualified for Champs,” she said. of them that are kind of teeter- like, working on technique, see GRAL, pg. 10
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The Dolphin Club 970-865, The Federal Club edged Wellesley 947.5-943.5, and Pebble Creek fell to Chestnut Oaks 791-649. Atlee was led by quad winners Mackenzie Brittle, Conner Hart, Madeleine Heimlich, Avery Jenkins, Grayson Milliron, Carson Sims and Lauren Stainker and triple winners Connor Allison, Emma Allison, Christopher Bergreen, Chase Davis, Kynley Gallagher, Jake Kilpatrick, Tanner Ogden, Claire Sweet and Jack Young. The combined Racers/ Dolphins team was led by quad winners Mia Feierabend, James Ferry, Gavin Lucas, Avery Owens, Breckin Worthington, Colston Worthington and Carter Zubris. Its triple winners were Berkeley Crane, Janey Ferry, Jared Fraser, Jake Lucas and Camille Martin. Quad winners Kiersten Armstrong, Caroline Bruning, Charlotte Bruning, Brody McKenna, Leah Sculthorpe and Sadie Smith led the Federal Club’s Eagles to one of the closest victories of the night. (The closest victory was Twin Hickory’s 1,025-1,022 win over Wyndham.) The Eagles’ triple winners were Ainsley Agee, Brannan Agee, Madison Baham, William Barnard III, Amanda Barnard, Charlotte Dunning and Capri Fatigante. Pebble Creek’s Piranhas were led by eight quad winners: Jordan DeBruhl, Mason Hill, Tyler Hill, Emily Magill, Olivia Minton, Sydney Minton, Kenzie Strohhacker and Reagan Strohhacker. Their triple winners were Trey Davis III, Maddie Fogg, Jackson Magill, Caitlyn Robertson, Dillon Strohhacker and Jude Volles. In Division 2, Ashland’s Barracudas dominated host AshCreek 1,140-916 and Kings Charter fell to host Fox Hall 1,186.5-843.5. The Barracudas had eight quad winners and 10 triple
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Above, Milestone 15-year-old triple winner Brandon Harvey swims the butterfly segment of the 15-18 boys 100-meter individual medley en route to a first-place finish in the varsity division with a time of 1:10.10. Left, Mechanicsville 15-yearold quadruple winner Whitney Speeks wins the 15-18 girls 100-meter IM in 1:19.19.
winners. Their quad winners were Deklan Cauthorne, Duke Flanagan, Emma Medei, Benjamin Morgan, Brette Nicely, Thomas Senfield,
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Alannah Simmons and Gavin Yonce. Ashland’s triple winners were Caden Arnold, Chloe Brown, Madeline Hurd, Violet Lambert, Andi Medei, Maddie
Medei, Skylar Metzinger, Tyler Rhyne, Penelope Rose and Bazil Runk. Quad winner Landon Viar led AshCreek’s Crocodiles along
with triple winners Blaze Bittner, Cohen Carlton, Eva Couch, Eamonn Coyne, Anderson Ellington, Josie Ellington, Jules Ellington, Colton Jones, Brocke
Rempe, Josie Rempe, Nolan Stokes and Brennon Weimer. Kings Charter was led by a pair of quad winners, Tyler Caten and Megan Lane, and triple winners William Cope, Jace Gourley, Kaden Kinner and Bree Taylor. Burkwood dominated fellow Division 1 rival Hungary Creek 1,669.5-1,039.5. The Buccaneers were paced by triple winners Bret Bednarczyk, Sam Castle, William Conlan, Avery Cross, Ryan Cross, Noah Engler, Patrick Herndon, Liam McLaughlin, Courtney Mudd, Chandler Rose and Reagan Story. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 6:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the Board’s consideration of the administrative agenda permits, in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: CUP2022-00006, HARMONY VINEYARD CHURCH Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-174.1 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a church and preschool, on GPIN 7787-59-4265, consisting of approximately 6.3 acres (CUP area limited to 1.13 acres), zoned M-2, Light Industrial District, and located on the west line of Lakeridge Parkway (State Route 782) approximately 340 feet south of its intersection with Cedar Ridge Drive (State Route 1311). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Industrial. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna REZ2022-00013, D. TODD VANDER POL Request(s) an amendment to the proffers approved with rezoning request REZ2019-00014, D. Todd Vander Pol, on GPINs 7758-53-1025 and 7758-42-9941, consisting of approximately 3.12 acres, zoned M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions. The property is located on the south line of Mountain Road (U.S. Route 33) approximately 780 feet west of its intersection with Winns Church Road (State Route 660). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Planned Business. The proposed zoning amendment would allow revisions to the approved building materials. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna REZ2022-00004, FRANK AND ANNA B. VOLO, TRUSTEES FOR REV TRUST Request(s) to amend the proffers accepted with rezoning, C-3-08(c), and to rezone from B-1(c), Neighborhood Business District with conditions, to B-3(c), General Business District with conditions, on GPIN 8725-93-1796, consisting of approximately 1.66 acres, and located on the north line of Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) approximately 1,700 feet west of its intersection with Walnut Grove Road (State Route 615). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Commercial. The proposed zoning amendment would allow for development a variety of commercial uses. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry REZ2022-00005, BRANDY RUN, L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from B-2(c), Community Business District with conditions, to B-3(c), General Business District with conditions, on GPIN 8714-87-1851, consisting of approximately 1.12 acres, and located on the east line of Brandy Run Drive (private road) approximately 500 feet south of its intersection with Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Commercial. The proposed zoning amendment would allow for an automated carwash. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Mechanicsville SE2022-00010, NORTH CROSS PROPERTIES/GREEN TOP SPORTING GOODS Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-131.7 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit an annual promotional event on GPINs 7787-54-5339, 778754-7203, and 7787-54-2500, consisting of approximately 20.79 acres, zoned B-3(c), General Business District with conditions, and located on the northeast quadrant of the intersection of Lakeridge Parkway (State Route 782) and Kings Acres Road (State Route 835). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna SE2022-00011, HELEN AND SAM WHITE Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-21.17.b of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a manufactured home in a medical hardship case on GPIN 7748-06-5618, consisting of approximately 4.7 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the east line of Ashland Road (State Route 623) approximately 0.28 miles north of its intersection with Abner Church Road (State Route 624). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna SE2022-00013, DIANE AND JOHN BOYD Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-280 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to allow an accessory family housing unit on GPIN 7758-84-5150, consisting of approximately 10 acres, zoned RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions, and located on the east line of Goose Pond Lane (private road) approximately 980 feet south of its intersection with Greenwood Road (State Route 625). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna SE2022-00015, KAYLEE PETERS Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 4.6.2(g) (repealed R-2 District) of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a home occupation in an accessory building on GPIN 8725-55-1502, consisting of approximately 0.3 acres, zoned R-2(c), Single Family Residential District with conditions, and located on the east line of Fieldshire Drive (State Route 1298) approximately 20 feet north of its intersection with Fieldshire Court (State Route 1284). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., please contact the Planning Office or you may also go to https://www.hanovercounty.gov/697/Board-of-Supervisors-Upcoming-and-Archiv for more information. Ashland-Hanover Local July 13, 2022 11
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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Planning Commission has set Thursday, July 21, 2022, at 6:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: CUP2022-00001, ASHCAKE ROAD LANDFILL, INC. Request(s) to amend CUP-8-87, Am. 1-16, in accordance with Sections 26-20.15 and 26-20.26 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance, which permitted a construction debris landfill and borrow pit on GPINs 7798-08-2072, 7798-08-7416, 7798-18-4218, 7798-09-5472, and 7798-29-6304, consisting of approximately 232.45 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the north line of Ashcake Road (State Route 657) at its intersection with Johnson Town Road (State Route 755). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural and Suburban General (1.5-3 dwelling units per acre). This amendment includes a plan to close the existing landfill area and convert the borrow pit area to a new landfill area. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam REZ2021-00014, HICKORY HILL II, L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions, RM(c), Multi-Family Residential District with conditions, and B-2(c), Community Business District with conditions, on GPINs 7880-92-1335(part) and 7880-81-6802, consisting of approximately 52.03 acres, and located on the north line of East Patrick Henry Road (State Route 54) at its intersection with Providence Church Road (State Route 662). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Planned Business and Commercial (pending concurrent request CPA2021-00001 to change the General Land Use Plan Map to Suburban General (1.5-3 dwelling units per acre), Suburban High (3-7 dwelling units per acre) and Commercial). The proposed zoning amendment would allow 24.24 acres to be rezoned to RS(c) for development of 72 townhomes at a density of 2.97 dwelling units per gross acre, 18.73 acres to be rezoned to RM(c) for development of 131 townhomes at a density of 6.99 dwelling units per gross acre, and 9.06 acres to be rezoned to B-2(c) for three speculative commercial pad sites. There would be a total of 203 residential units for an overall density of 4.72 dwelling units per acre. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam CUP2021-00015, AMERESCO Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-20.12 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a solar facility on GPINs 8745-57-0797 and 8745-57-7359 consisting of approximately 32.2 acres (CUP area limited to 22.67 acres), zoned A-1, Agricultural District and located on the north line of Peppertown Road (State Route 723) approximately 1,300 feet east of its intersection with Beatties Mill Road (State Route 634). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Cold Harbor Copies of the above cases may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. please contact the Planning Office or you may also go to https://www.hanovercounty.gov/696/PlanningCommission-Upcoming-and-Archive for more information.
Public Notice NoticeisherebygiventhattheHanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, July 27, 2022 2:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Administration Building at Hanover Courthouse, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a Regular Board Meeting. LEGAL DISPLAY ADS
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS The Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on July 27, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board meeting room at the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, to consider the question of Board approval of an agreement granting Shenandoah Cable Television, LLC (also known as “Shentel”), a Virginia corporation, a nonexclusive franchise to construct, install, maintain, extend, and operate a cable communications system in Hanover County. A complete copy of the proposed franchise agreement is available at the office of the County Administrator on any regular working day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. All those wishing to comment on the proposal may appear at the stated time and place.
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port group for caregivers and others who want to help and encourage those who have loved ones with dementia illnesses meets at 7 p.m. on the third Monday of each month on Zoom. For more information, contact Jennifer Bean at 804-559-2805 or the church office at 804-746-9073. The Hanover County Community Services Board meets at 6:30 p.m. at 12300 Washington Hwy. in Ashland.
Fourth Mondays The FeedMore Mobile Food Pantry will be distributing food from 10 to 11 a.m. at the First Shiloh Baptist Church at 8150 Walnut Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. Contact Heather at hshaheen96@gmail.com. The Atlee Ruritan Club meets every fourth Monday at Hillcrest Baptist Church on Rt.301. Meetings, that include dinner and a program, begin at 6:30 p.m. Ruritan is a national community service organization dedicated to fellowship, goodwill, and community service. The Atlee Club welcomes both men and women. To learn more about the club’s mission and reserve your spot for dinner, call (804) 789-9365.
Second Tuesdays The Mechanicsville Fellowship Club meets each month (excluding July and Aug.) at 10:30 a.m. in Room G110 of Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. Bring a covered dish and join in with a group celebrating faith, fellowship, friends and fun. Meetings are cancelled see CALENDAR, pg. 13
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if Hanover County Public Schools are two hours late or cancelled due to inclement weather. To register, call the church at 804-746-9073. For more information, call Janet Lewis at 804-398-8947. The Hanover County Historical Society will be conducting free tours of the Old Hanover Courthouse on the Historic Courthouse Green from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every
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second Tuesday through December. The address is 13182 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover. For more information, visit http:// www.hanoverhistorical.org/ index.
Third Tuesdays The Hanover Ruritan Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month, at Walnut Grove Baptist Church with dinner at 6.30 p.m. Ruritan is a national organization dedicated to improving communities and building a better
America through fellowship, goodwill and community service. The first Ruritan Club was chartered May 21, 1928, in Holland, Virginia. Ruritan has grown throughout the United States of America, and in doing so has become. “America’s Leading Community Service Organization”. Membership in Ruritan is an honor and privilege. To learn more about Ruritan, how to become a member, request a membership application or with questions, please call, 746-5728 or by letter to, Hanover Ruritan,
P. O. Box 625, Mechanicsville, VA 23111. To be a guest of the club, call the numbers listed above. Hanover Ruritan welcomes both men and women.
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Second Wednesday Hanover Community Services Board says if you are a family member or friend of someone who has a mental illness, you are not alone. There is support. Hanover Community Services Board offers a family support group on the second Wednesday of every month from 7p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the
Bell Creek location, 8475 Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville. Facilitators Rebecca Strader and Heidi Brown invite you to attend this group that follows NAMI principles of confidentiality, respect, empathy and support to one another. No sign up or registration is required. Contact Rebecca at 804-365-6746 or Heidi at 804365-6769.
The Hanover-Ashland TRIAD meets the second
Thursday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the new Atlee Library, 9212 Rutlandshire Drive, Mechanicsville. The Hanover-Ashland TRIAD is a program that focuses on providing information to seniors to improve their quality of life. The Hanover-Ashland TRIAD is a joint venture involving the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, Ashland Police Department, AARP, Hanover County governmental agencies, human services agencies, civic groups and seniors themselves.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS FOR CAPITAL PROJECTS FOR SCHOOL PURPOSES IN HANOVER COUNTY, VIRGINIA Notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors of Hanover County, Virginia (the “Board”) will hold a public hearing on the adoption of a proposed resolution authorizing the issuance by Hanover County, Virginia (the “County”), of general obligation bonds and pledging the full faith and credit of the County thereto (the “Bonds”). The Bonds will be sold to the Virginia Public School Authority (the “VPSA”) to finance a portion of the costs of capital projects for public school purposes for the Hanover County Public Schools, more specifically the acquisition, design and construction of a replacement elementary school, facility and infrastructure improvements and equipment, including but not limited to: auditorium renovations, bathroom renovations, gymnasium renovations, HVAC replacement, kitchen renovations, roof repairs, safety and security improvements, building upgrades and school grounds improvements at various school facilities. The Bonds will be issued in a principal amount not-to-exceed $50,000,000 to finance such projects and pay the costs of issuance. The Bonds may be issued in more than one series and from time to time. The public hearing, which may be continued or adjourned, will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 before the Board in the Board Room in the Hanover County Administrative Building located at 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, Virginia 23069. Any person interested in the issuance of the Bonds or the purposes for which they are being issued may appear at the hearing and present his or her views. HANOVER COUNTY, VIRGINIA John Budesky, County Administrator
PUBLIC NOTICE ENVISION HANOVER: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE PUBLIC MEETINGS Hanover County is currently working with residents, businesses, landowners, and other community members to update the Comprehensive Plan, which is the County’s long-range vision for the future. The plan addresses a variety of topics, including land use, housing, economic development, and natural resources. It identifies objectives and strategies that can be implemented to realize the community’s vision for the future, serving as a guide for growth, development, and preservation. As part of the Comprehensive Plan update, two interactive workshops are scheduled for late July and early August. At these interactive workshops, citizens will work together in small groups to discuss future land uses throughout Hanover County. Both workshops will include the same interactive activities, so interested participants can attend the date/location that works best for their schedule. Pre-registration is encouraged. Visit www.envisionhanover.com or call (804) 365-6171 for registration and more information. Thursday, July 28, 2022 (5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.) Montpelier Center for Arts and Education 17205 Mountain Road Montpelier, VA 23192 Wednesday, August 3, 2022 (5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.) Atlee Branch Library 9212 Rutlandshire Drive Mechanicsville, VA 23116 Ashland-Hanover Local July 13, 2022 13
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HAAC’s Fourth of July bash returns in full color Over 1,000 Hanoverians gathered on the lawn of the Hanover Arts and Activities Center following the Fourth of July Parade to enjoy a cookout, live music, lawn games, delicious apple pie and more. Dogs of all shapes and sizes were seen putting their best foot forward during the parade and for the Patriotic Pet Contest. The Hanover Concert Band, directed by Karla Bloom, returned this year to bring attendees lively music on the Hanover Arts and Activities Center lawn. Jeremy Weakley and Jill Baughn ride through the parade as American icons Elvis Presley and Wonder Woman. Randolph-Macon College Men’s Basketball Coach Josh Merkel, who led his team to victory in the NCAA DIII Championship, gave a short speech as this year’s Parade Grand Marshall.
The Ashland Dance Academy brought their red, white and blue spirit to the Fourth of July Parade. The beloved Folding Chair Brigade offered a fun, choreographed performance with their folding chairs during the parade as the crowd cheered. Hanover Idol Audrey Kate Taylor gave a powerful performance of the National Anthem to guests. Hanover Junior Idol Rebekah Turner gave a moving performance of ‘Lift Every Voice’ to guests.
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Forest Inspired gifts like mushroom magnets, jewelry and incense burners .................................... 9-C .............................................................................................................................................................................................12-A Candles and wax melts...............................................................................................................................................1-D
Friday July 15th 5 - 9 pm & Saturday July 16th 9 am - 1 pm Blessed Lilly Rose Designs Acrylic and wood items, leather and bead items made with a professional laser ............................................................................................ 11-B BlinginWithBri Earrings.................................................................................................................. 7-B Blue Ridge Bucha, Kombucha by the cups & glass growlers................................................6-B Busy Dee Designs Tumblers, home décor and accessories ................................................. 3-D Clayful Art Designs Polymer clay jewelry, ornaments and figurines ..................................1-C Craft for Everyone Mesh wreath hand towels...........................................................................12-C Crystal Creations. LLC Necklaces and bracelets ..................................................................................3-C Fat Bottom Girls Crafting Earrings, market bags, wreaths, door signs, plants and painted pots ........................................................................................................ 1-B fe•GNOME•nal designs & Jumping Jax Gnomes, baby quilts, clutch balls, coloring book totes, baby booties, little girls “grow with me” dresses, handbags, eyeglass cases, pouches, club purses, kitchen decor and usable items ..................7-A
Gallmeyer Farms Farm produce and honey..............................................................................6-A Golden Grace Wreaths and jewelry ........................................................................................9-A Crafty Giant Wood furniture, decor and gifts ................................................................. 2-B Hanover County Communications Department ................................. Engage with our 911 operators and learn more about becoming a member of the team .............................................................................................. Hanover County Sheriff’s Department ...................................................... Jacquelyn’s Fancy Florals, LLC Silk floral arrangements, silk floral wreaths, dried flower arrangements, dried flower wreaths, jewelry, and salt and sugar scrubs ...................................................................................................................13-B Jewelry by Maggie Jane Bracelets and anklets of semi-precious stones, crystals, and glass ...............................................................................................................4-C Juanita Creations Craft, jewelry, tile coasters, quartz necklace, paracord bracelets, cloth bags for water bottles, crochet wash clothes.......................................3-B Judy’s Jems Bling jewelry, paintings, handmade display dolls, diamond paintings and flower cups .............................................................................................. 12-D
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Friday July 15th 5 - 9 pm & Saturday July 16th 9 am - 1 pm KEBaubles Jewelry Jewelry, featuring natural stones, wood, resin and wire wrapping ...................................................................................................13-A L + K Clay, LLC Polymer clay jewelry..................................................................................... 10-A Little Bit Minis Miniature gifts and trinkets, doll house and fairy garden accessories .......................................................................................... 13-D Magnolia Dream Designs Rhinestone tumblers, resin tumblers, sublimation tumblers and pens ...........................................................................................2-A OKNecklace Crochet, beaded and wire wrapped for all categories of jewelry11-D Preppy Palooza Dog and cat collars, key fobs, lanyards...........................10-B, 10-C, 11-C Razzle Dazzle Gifts Dog décor including feeders, leash holders, dog food storage, dog toy bins and dog treats ..................................................................................4-A Red Wind Herbary All natural soaps, bath bombs, candles and jewelry .........................3-A Richmond Ruff House Fleece rope dogs toys and dog collars ....................................................4-B Rivah City Soap Company Gourmet soaps which are natural and/or organic, bath products and aromatherapy.................................................................................................... 4-D Sassykins Boutique Mixed media accessories for children and adults including ribbon hair clips, hair bows, ribbon keychains, hair ties, magnet button bows and headbands, fabric coasters and dog collar accessories7-C
Savory Blends Tea Co Loose leaf tea/herbal blends and tea accessories ............................11-A Teething Around Baby teething items and toys including teething rings, pacifier clips, bibs, taggie blankets, taggie cubes, blankets, wooden toys, and some gifts for mom too ................................................................................ 1-A The Fix Ministry.................................................................................................2-C The Patchwork Punk Bags, toys and gifts for all ages ...................................................................9-B The Unconventional Life Reiki candles.....................................................................................................10-D Two Chicks On a Stick/Earthbound Botanics Soy candles, crystal jewelry, crystal pens, bath and body items, crystal meditation items, loose crystals ..................................................2-D Virginia Brittle Brittle ..................................................................................................................... 5-D We3 Designs Pottery and paintings, household and baby items .........................12-B Whimsy Crafts Beaded lanyards for teacher and nurse badges and IDs, hand painted flower pots and signs ......................................................................................7-D WillioWisps LLC Fractal burned Lazy Susan’s, hot plates, knives, skulls, tables, hand turned bowls, plates, cups, cutting boards, skateboards and guitars ............................................................................................................ 9-D Wood Speaks To You Laser cut and hand painted wood items including 3D states, USA and other country maps .................................................13-C
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Saturday July 16th 9 am - 1 pm Agriberry Farm & CSA Fruit, jams, applesauce, oat bars.......................................................6-C, 6-D Buoy Design Co Ocean inspired charcuterie boards .........................................................15-A CitrisSan Hand Sanitizing Company Organic hand sanitizer, bar soap, facial cleanser, bath salts, hand crème, bath bombs, organic aloe vera gel and hand poured soy candles ................................................................................................................12-A Creations By Key Custom stainless steel drinkware and jewelry .....................................1-D Enchanted Soaps Soaps, lotions and other bath products ...............................................14-B Gourmet Amish Breads Amish breads ......................................................................................................8-B Hanover Hemp Organic hemp products ................................................................................5-A Living with Grace Home decorations .........................................................................................15-B
Mommy's Micro Greens Organic, nonGMO microgreens including Waltham 29 Broccoli, Speckled peas, black oil sunflower, spicy salad mix and Radish micro greens .......................................................................................................8-C Oompah's Udderiffic Cheese Spread Real spreadable cheese in 13 flavors and beef summer sausage8-D Sandridge and Sons Honey, Hillsbrook Farm Honey ....................................................................................................................8-A Sunshine Studios Original acrylic and oil paintings on canvas and vinyl records inspired by nature, hair accessories and pet bandanas ................ 14-C Thomas Thurman Woodcraft and leather products, vanilla, spices, pillows and barrettes..................................................................................................15-C, 15-D Tiger Crankbaits ............................................................................................14-D Unas Bolsas Bags made from recycled plastic water bottles ............................... 14-A
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Tomatoes, Fried Green Hanover Tomatoes with Pimento Cheese Dip, Hanover Tomato Sandwich, Plate of Hanover Tomatoes, Chicken Salad Sandwich with Hanover Tomatoes, Chicken Salad Stuffed Hanover Tomato, Hanover Tomato Pie, Pasta Salad, Salsa and Chips, Potato Chips, Bacon Or Country Ham with Hanover Tomato on Buttermilk Biscuit (Saturday), Lemondane, Raspberry Tea, Soda, Water
with Hanover Tomato Salsa, Burger, Hot Dog, BBQ, Corn Dog, Fries, Lemondade, Sweet Tea, Water, Soft Drinks Virginia Vendor Food Services Inc B.L.T Big Juicy (burger), Fried Green Hanover Tomatoes, Philly Cheesesteak, Italian Sausage , Chicken Tende, Bacon Cheese Dog, Bacon Corndog , Turkey Leg , Mac and Cheese, Fries, Butterfly Chips, Funnel Cake, Fried Oreos, Fresh Squeeze Lemonade, Water, Soft Drinks
Simply Street Food Fried Green Tomato Po'Boy, Fried Green Tomato Plate, Woodhead's Grill (Saturday only) Hanover Tomato Salsa and Hanover Tomato Caprese on Sourdough, BLT, Hanover Tomato RoseMary's added to all sandwiches, Crabcake, Fish n Sandwich. Nathan's Hot Dog, Carolina BBQ, BLT Sandwich, BLT with Fried Green Hanover Chips, Fried Oyster, Shrimp Baskets, Nachos Potato Chips, Water, Soft Drinks
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HANOVER TOMATO FESTIVAL
FUN FUN FUN FUN Children’s Activities FUN FUN FUN FUN Hanover County Community Engagement Prize wheel
Metro Richmond Flying Squad First responder vehicle tours
Thrive Music Academy Try various musical instruments
Hanover County Fire & EMS Safety house
On the Fly Game Truck Game truck, Giant Jenga, Nerf Tag, Basketball Connect Four
Type 1 Diabetes Awareness Educational games about type 1 diabetes
Hanover County Sheriff's Department Deputies and sheriff’s Hanover Optimist Club Tomato decorating Intercept Health Treatment Foster Care Flower cut-out photo op and planting seed paper
Richmond Kickers Tomato soccer goal
VCU Athletics Putt Putt, mini basketball, prize wheel and activity coloring books
Stephanie Williams Facepainting
Virginia Repertory Theatre Children's theater activities & tomato hat craft
The Beating Path Learn to do chest compressions and use an AED, splint or apply pressure for bleeding along with coloring, word searchs & crossword games
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