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Powhatan Today, October 17, 2012
COMMUNITY CALENDAR Wednesday, Oct. 17
tions at (804) 598-1014.
The Powhatan Public Li- Habitat for Humanitybrary holds a Preschool Story Time for children ages 3-5 at 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday. The event typically lasts approximately 45 minutes and includes stories, flannel boards, finger plays, puppets, songs, and other developmentally appropriate activities.
Powhatan holds their board meetings at 5:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month Meetings are held at 1480 Anderson Highway in the offices of JORD Construction.
Thursday, Oct. 18
Morning Family Time (all ages) at the Powhatan The Woman’s Club of PowPublic Library is held at hatan meets at 10 a.m. ev10:30 a.m. every Thursday, ery third Wednesday at the to provide an organized liPowhatan Armory. The brary activity for children. Woman’s Club handles the All children are encouraged Powhatan Clothes Closet to attend, however activities which is the main source of are geared to appeal to oldmoney for their many philer preschool, primary and anthropic projects such as elementary-aged children. the Powhatan Rescue Squad and the Fire Department, many scholarships for the Powhatan AA meets at 8 p.m. every Thursday in the students at all of the PowPowhatan Village Building. hatan Schools, plus many other projects. Most of the The Powhatan Rotary Club funds raised are put back meets at 7:30 a.m. every into the county. Please call Thursday at the County Seat Sue Kornegay with quesRestaurant.
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A fine wine tradition
For Elizabeth Epps, Powhatan’s Festival of the Grape (see entry under Oct. 20) is so much more than just an opportunity to sample the region’s best wines. For the past several years, Epps and her friends have used the event as the perfect excuse to put aside busy schedules and enjoy a fun-filled weekend together. “We look forward to it every year,” said Epps. “We love it for the atmosphere, we love the music, we love the crafts — it’s just a great time!” Pictured above, from the left, Donna Galli, Elizabeth Epps, Bill Galli, Katie Davis and Martyna Tulasz.
The Powhatan Ruritan Club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at Powhatan United Methodist Church. A delicious dinner will be served followed by an outstanding program and a brief meeting. For more information call Larry Cary at (804) 5985194.
O B I T UA R I E S 21, 2012. Pastor R. V. Robinson, Sr. will bring the preached word. The day’s special guest will be Mrs. Cora Harvey Armstrong. This service is open and free to the public. For more information, please contact the church office at (804) 854 1305.
Monday, Oct. 22
The Powhatan Farmers Market is held from 4 – 7 Story Time is held at the p.m. every Thursday at 3835 Powhatan Public Library Old Buckingham Road in the at 10:30 a.m. on Mondays. Village. Fresh produce, beef, seafood, baked goods, flow- The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, located at ers and much more are the corner of Winterfield available. For more informaand Salisbury Roads, holds a tion check out the website JobSeekers event at 10 a.m. at www.thepowhatanfarmon Mondays to help citizens ersmarket.com. with reviewing resumes; assessing skills and strengths; The Powhatan Chamber of Commerce luncheon is preparing for interviews, held at noon on the third correspondence, and netThursday of each month at working tips. The event is the County Seat restaurant. free. Call (804) 379-8899 or email interviewwell22@ gmail.com for more inforFriday, Oct. 19 mation. The Skinquarter Farm Market, located at 20800 Tuesday, Oct. 23 Hull Street Road, Mosley, Va. is open daily from 9 a.m. AA meets at 8 p.m. every until 7 p.m starting March Tuesday at St. Luke’s Episco16. The market features lopal Church on Huguenot cally grown produce, flowTrail. ers, jam and jellies and The Eclectic Book Group more. meets at 10 a.m. on the second Tuesday of every month Saturday, Oct. 20 at the Powhatan Library. For more information call (804) The 10th Anniversary of 598-8771. the Powhatan Festival of the Grape will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Satur- Bingo is held at 7 p.m. at the Powhatan Moose Lodge day, Oct. 20, 2012 at Powhatevery Tuesday. For more inan’s Historic Courthouse formation call (804) 598Square. The event will fea2809. ture over 100 crafters, ten regional food vendors, and live music featuring Casper The Powhatan Clothes Closet is located in the Soand Steve Bassett & The cial Services Administration Mystic Soul Bubbas. Tickets building, 3834 Old Buckingare $20 in advance and $25 ham Road, Powhatan and is at the gate. For more inforopen for shopping or to remation, please visit www. ceive donations from 10 a. PowhatanWineFestival.com m. – 2 p.m. on Tuesdays and or call (804) 598-2636. Thursdays and from 11 a.m. -2 p.m. on Saturdays. For Sunday, Oct. 21 further information please call (804) 598-7743. New Birth Fellowship Ministries will host its first Outreach ministry service at the Powhatan Village Auditorium at 4 p.m. on Sunday Oct.
Route 711 (Huguenot Trail) Widening Powhatan County Public Hearing Monday, October 29, 2012, 5-7 p.m. Independence Golf Course, Virginia Room 600 Founders Bridge Boulevard Midlothian, VA 23113 Find out about the proposed plans to widen Route 711 (Huguenot Trail) from two lanes to four lanes between Route 288 and the Powhatan/Chesterfield County line. Bike lanes are planned for both sides of Route 711 and a sidewalk would be built on the southern side as part of this project. The bridge over Bernard’s Creek would also be replaced. Review the proposed project plans and the National Environmental Policy Act documentation at the public hearing or at VDOT’s Richmond District Office located at 2430 Pine Forest Drive in Colonial Heights, 804-524-6000, 800-367-7623, TTY/TDD 711. Please call ahead to ensure the availability of appropriate personnel to answer your questions. Property impact information and tentative construction schedules are available for your review at the above address and will be available at the public hearing. In compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act, Section 106 and 36 CFR Part 800, information concerning the potential effects of the proposed improvements on properties listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places are included in the National Environmental Policy Act documentation. Give your written or oral comments at the hearing or submit them by November 9, 2012, to Janet Hedrick, Project Manager, Virginia Department of Transportation, 2430 Pine Forest Drive, Colonial Heights, VA 23834-9002. You may also email your comments to Janet.Hedrick@vdot.virginia.gov. Please reference “Route 711 widening” in the subject line. VDOT ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information in regards to your civil rights on this project or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact the project manager at the telephone number listed above. State Project: 0711-072-P64, P101, R201, C501, B618 Federal Project: RSTP-5A27(112)
Elisabeth Cowherd Elisabeth “Libby” Stone Cowherd, 48, of Amelia, went to be with her Lord on Oct. 2, 2012. She is survived by her husband, Ralph Cowherd; two children, ClaireElaine Johnson of Ohio, Connie Wills; beloved as parents, Bob and Becky Stone of Lynchburg; sister-in-law and her husband, Kathy and Ray Grant of Powhatan; two grandchildren, Christopher and Alexander Johnson. Libby was active in Bible Studies and was a store manager for Family Dollar. She loved animals and was active in the Civil Air Patrol. A memorial service was held Oct. 5, 2012 in the Fellowship Baptist Church, Powhatan. Online condelences may be
expressed at bennettbardenfh.com. Bobby Ray Stroud Bobby Ray Stroud, 59, of Cumberland, formerly of Powhatan, died Oct. 5, 2012. He is survived by his wife, Jan N. Stroud; sons, Kevin Ray Stroud (Peggy), Robert Shawn Stroud, Jason Dewey Stroud (Nicole); mother, Gracie W. Stroud; siblings, Durwood Stroud (Dru), Sandra DiRemiggio (Al); three grandchildren, Ashley, Dakota, Hayden; expecting twin grandchildren in December and a great-grandchild in February. A memorial service was held Thursday, Oct. 11 at Bethesda Community Church of God. Online condolences may be expressed at bennettbardenfh.com.
Pink Tie Gala will take place Oct. 20 Contributed report River City Charities will hold its 6th annual Pink Tie Gala, presented by Bon Secours Cancer Institute, on Oct. 20, 2012 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. The fundraising event will feature silent auctions, a Champagne and Diamond table, dinner, dancing, and a featured performance by the 2012 Celebration of Life Dancers, nine breast cancer survivors and their partners from Rigby’s Jig dance studio. Casper Band will provide the live music and entertainment and local celebrity Kat Simons of Lite 98 will emcee the night’s festivities. Susan Groves and River City Charities organized the first Pink Tie Gala in 2007 to promote Breast Cancer awareness and to raise funds for breast cancer research and a development of a cure. One hundred percent of the net proceeds go to benefit the Central Va. affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.