archive for October, 2007
October 1, 2007
Nostalgiafest, Oct 5-7
Read below for the schedule of events. Read more >
October 1, 2007
Utopia Spa and Art from the Heart sponsor PHS art contest
Utopia Spa and Art from the Heart will co-sponsor the 2nd Annual Art Contest for the Petersburg High School Students during the weekend of Nostalgiafest, October 5,6,&7. This year the theme is “Portrayals of Petersburg” — the students will be photographing a person that they feel represents Petersburg. Read more >
October 1, 2007
Agenda, School Board meeting Oct. 3
The next School Board meeting will be Oct. 3, 7pm, at the School Board office at 255 E. South Blvd. To read the agenda, click here.
October 2, 2007
Conserve water
Today’s P-I reports that Lake Chesdin, the region’s main water source, is at critically low levels once again. The article highlights several ways to conserve: turn off decorative fountains, reduce watering of cars/lawns, do not fill pools; note that restaurants will likely serve water only if requested, so be nice to your waiters/waitresses if they don’t automatically serve water at your table. :-)
October 2, 2007
site update wonkiness
We’ve determined that with the site update, the calendar is broken in the sense that we cannot add/edit/delete calendar items to the calendar. We are on the case, and should have this resolved in the near future.
October 2, 2007
The War Between the States, Inc. partners with the Violet Bank Museum
From the folks at TWBTS: “It is with great pleasure that I am able to announce on behalf of The War Between the States, Inc., a non-profit corporation founded by my late husband William H. Rosser, Jr., a new partnership with the Violet Bank Museum…” Read more >
October 3, 2007
City workers continue their collective bargaining efforts?
On several occasions (e.g., here, here, and here) the P-I has written on the efforts of city workers to collectively bargain for increased wages. In the most recent of these articles, $10/hour is labeled ’slave wages’ and an employee requested that union dues be deducted from her paycheck. In earlier articles, it was stated that the current wages can cause crime. Read more >
October 3, 2007
Happy B-day to Patrick. Manana. At the Dixie.
It’s Patrick’s birthday tomorrow, and the Dixie Diner is throwing him a Jagermeister birthday party, 8:30pm-1:30am. Lots of Jager promo goodies will be on hand. Stop by and help him celebrate. Read more >
October 3, 2007
Here comes another one, just like …
Ok, not quite — this one has a bigger footprint to be sure. Of what do I speak? The newest ‘hoodblog to emerge, the Chesterfield Daily. For everyone’s convenience, we’ve added them to the Community Blogs list in the right column.
October 3, 2007
Another opportunity for those who like to take pics
Want some photo credits? Check out the top of the Near West End News. Now hit ‘refresh’ a few times. See how the site name is overlayed over a set of neighborhood-specific pics? Very cool. And something we’d like to do on this site. Sooo, we’re inviting folks to submit a few images for use on this site’s top-of-page banner. Read more >
October 4, 2007
On Petersburg School Board’s proposal to end public comment periods
Today’s P-I writes “Last night, Lewis was the board member who made a motion to remove a proposed policy change - which would have made the change to the meeting format permanent - from the agenda. Lewis’ motion to remove the proposed change was approved unanimously.”
October 4, 2007
Koinonia Jazz Experience returns to Sycamore Rouge
And this time, Sycamore Rouge is opening up the dance floor! Koinonia Jazz Experience plays Friday and Saturday at 8pm. $7 cover. — And if you come Saturday, come early, as Central Virginia Film Institute will be screening some of its films in the courtyard outside. :-)
October 4, 2007
Univ. of Richmond hosting a FREE e-waste recycling event
Do you have an old mobile phone, TV, computer monitor or whatnot that has reached the end of its useful life? Univ. of Richmond is hosting an opportunity for you to dispose of your electronics in an environmentally safe manner, free of charge, Oct 13 from 9am-3pm. Check this website for a list of acceptable items and more details on time/location/etc.
October 4, 2007
Impact of Kaine’s plan to address budget shortfall on state employees in Petersburg
Yesterday’s RTD summarizes Kaine’s plan to address the budget shortfall. This article on MyFox provides further details, noting that 7 of the 74 planned layoffs will impact mental health management in Petersburg.
October 5, 2007
VSU announces that it will retain Petersburg address
The details are in today’s P-I here.
October 5, 2007
Essay contest, focusing on “The Avenue”
The Triangle Center for Development will award a cash prize to the winner of the essay contest, “The Avenue, What I Remember!” All submissions should be between 250-500 words, postmarked no later than Oct. 12, 2007, and mailed to TCD Essay Contest, P.O. Box 4223 Petersburg, VA 23804. The winning entry will be announced on Oct. 30th at a public forum held in the theatre of the Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 2223 S. Crater Road, at 7 pm. Read more >
October 5, 2007
Headstone placement and ceremony at Blandford Cemetery
Historic Blandford Cemetery will honor Sgt. Jonathan Reynolds Smith of Petersburg, VA, who served under General William Mahone, Co. G. 6th Virginia Infantry, on Oct. 27 at 1pm.
October 6, 2007
Local taxi driver robbed and forced into trunk
NBC 12 reports that a female taxi driver was robbed and forced to get into the trunk by 3 passengers. The victim is reported to be shaken but ok. The suspects, picked up at California Inn, got away. Read more >
October 7, 2007
All Hallow’s Eve Blandford Cemetery Tour
Blandford Cemetery will be hosting All Hallow’s Eve tours Wednesday, Oct. 31, from 6:30-9:30. The hour-long tours will leave the Reception Center every 15 minutes. Reservations are required. For more info, call Petersburg Visitors Center, 733.2400.
October 7, 2007
Rebuilding Together * Petersburg presents “Fall Fixin’s”
Taste seasonal wines, autumn ales, and delicious hors d’oeurves at the Brickhouse Run, Sunday Nov. 11, 4-6pm, and participate in the Home Improvement Silent Auction (win a handyman!). $30 includes all tastings; cash bar available. Tickets are available at the Pub, or call Beth at 861.8686. All proceeds benefit the vital work of Rebuilding Together * Petersburg.
October 8, 2007
Friday for the Arts!
Read below for the October 12, 2007 arts and music schedule. Read more >
October 8, 2007
RTD reports on planned changes for Petersburg Public Schools
In today’s RTD: “Over the next few years, Superintendent James M. Victory said, residents should notice: elementary school classrooms with a different feel; middle school children doing math that some high school students now miss out on; guidance counselors spending more time with high school freshmen; and more advanced-placement classes in high school.” Read more >
October 8, 2007
Meeting for PPS students/parents re: Governor’s Schools
An informational meeting about the Governorís Schools will be held Thursday, Oct. 11 in the Vernon Johns Middle School Cafeteria from 6:30 PM ?to 8:30 PM. The meeting is open to all students and parents who are interested in Appomattox Regional Governorís School For Performing Arts and Technology or Maggie Walker Governorís School For Government and International Studies. Read more >
October 8, 2007
Utopia Spa’s “Mini-Spa” opens October 15!
Check out the updated website for pictures of the ìMini-Spaî, a list of available services, info about ìUtopia Welcome Certificatesî, a link to purchase gift certificates online, and more. Or call 804.732.1234 to make an appointment. Read more >
