March 25, 2022
A publication by Gloucester's Department of Community Engagement and Public Information
Clean Gloucester Day to Take Place Tomorrow

Consider making a difference in your community! There's still time to take part in Clean Gloucester Day, officially scheduled for Saturday. For more information or to arrange to pick up supplies, visit: www.CleanGloucesterDay.com.
The First Full-Scale Daffodil Festival Since 2019 is Just a Week Away!
Board of Supervisors Members to Hold Town Hall Meeting
 
Members of the Gloucester County Board of Supervisors will hold a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. in the Thomas Calhoun Walker Education Center Cafeteria, 6099 T. C. Walker Road. Board of Supervisors Chair Robert J. Orth and other members of the Board will hold the town hall to provide citizens with an opportunity to share their comments or concerns and to ask questions about the Acting County Administrator’s proposed budget. 
 
For more information, please contact the County Administration office at 804-693-4042.
Gloucester Takes Part in Special Ceremony Honoring Pocahontas

On Monday, Gloucester County Virginia Government was honored to be a part of "A Day of Honor for Pocahontas and a Celebration of the Virginia Indian Tribes" at Mantle on Virginia Capitol Grounds in Richmond.

Keynote speaker, Chief Anne Richardson of the Rappahannock tribe, provided a historical overview of the life of Pocahontas, the challenges she faced and the impact of her actions on both England and the United States. The event was open to the public and attended by four chiefs from Virginia Indian tribes.

Our Acting County Administrator, Carol Steele, was a guest speaker during the program, which was held on the anniversary of the funeral and burial of Pocahontas on March 21, 1617.

The County was presented with a framed copy of a proclamation honoring Pocahontas signed by Governor of Virginia Glenn Youngkin by Deputy Secretary of the Commonwealth, Jenna Moon.

Steele said the County appreciates its partnership with the Pocahontas Project and the Rappahannock Indian Tribe for making the event possible.

New Post on Money, Health and Other Things

This week, the Virginia Cooperative Extension will continue its discussion on risk management and insurance basics. To tune it, visit: https://moneyhealthandotherthings.wordpress.com/2022/03/22/replay-risk-management-and-insurance-basics-part-ii/
PARKS & REC NEWS
PR&T to Host Spring Break Camp

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring Spring Break History camp for 3rd thru 6th graders on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, April 5-7 from 9:00 am-3:00 pm at the Gloucester Museum of History. Campers will visit the Mariner’s Museum, Colonial Williamsburg and the State Capitol. The registration fee is $75 and the deadline to register is March 29.

For more information and to register visit gloucesterva.info/civicrec and select the “Day Camps” tab.
Parks and Rec Offering a Wide Variety of Activities Over the Coming Weeks

BEAVERDAM THE FULL HIKE
Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring The Full Hike on March 26 at 9:00 am at Beaverdam Park. Meet at the Main entrance (8687 Roaring Springs Road) at 9:00 am, and be shuttled to the Fary’s Mill Road entrance where you will pick up the multi-use trail for a 9.5 mile hike back to the Main Entrance. THIS IS A SELF GUIDED HIKE. Bring food and water. Dress for the weather and wear rugged shoes. The fee is $5 and the deadline to register is March 24.

SPRING BREAK CAMP AT BEAVERDAM
Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring a Spring Break Camp for ages 9-12 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, April 5-7 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm in the Whitcomb lodge.  Games, crafts, hiking, kayaking and more will be available. Dress for the weather and to get dirty, bring a lunch and drink. The fee is $45 and the deadline to register is March 29.

BEAVERDAM WATERCRAFT WORKSHOP
Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring a Watercraft Workshop for ages 16 and older at Beaverdam Park on Saturday, April 16 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at Beaverdam park. Park rangers will discuss VA Boating Laws and will have Conservation Police Officer Roy Morris in attendance to answer questions. Set up, use and safety of Jon boats, kayaks and canoes will be covered. The fee is $5 and the deadline to register is April 9.

FLOOR YOGA
Parks, Recreation & Tourism sponsors Floor Yoga on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Just Breathe Yoga on Mondays from 4:30-5:30 and Thursdays from 6:00-7:00 pm at the Stewart Building is $35 per month. Free Flow Yoga from 5:30-6:45 pm at the Whitcomb Lodge is $9 per day or $8 per day if registered for the whole month. Floor Yoga is Tuesdays or Thursdays from 11:00-12:00 at the Stewart Building and is $35 per month.
 
Remember, pre-registration is required for all activities. For more information on these and other activities, call PRT at 804-693-2355, email prt@gloucesterva.info or stop by the office 6382 Main Street. For online registration visit https://gloucesterva.info/civicrec.
LIBRARY NEWS
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