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Want to know what’s going on around our neighborhood? Find out here on the Community News page! Visit throughout the day to get your updated local news headlines. In addition, you can also find out about local happenings. If you know of an event, such as a city picnic, local high school graduation or a wedding, post it here to let all of us now! Be sure to keep yourself informed by checking this page frequently! LOCAL AREA NEWS: PLEASE LOOK BELOW FOR A VARIETY OF LOCAL LINKS TO NEWS, EVENTS, CONCERTS AND MORE AND IF YOU KNOW OF AN EVENT, FUND-RAISER, CHURCH FUNCTION OR ANYTHING ELSE THAT WOULD BE OF INTEREST TO THOSE IN OUR COMMUNITY, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO INPUT IT HERE - THAT'S WHAT WE ARE ALL ABOUT: 12/21/11 It’s been an entire month, but we found our cat Coniah that we posted in your lost section. Thanks for the opportunity to spread the word. Thanks, Carla Harris ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- REMEMBER: "There is no higher religion than human service. To work for the common good is the greatest creed." Woodrow T. Wilson Never be afraid to do something new. Remember, amateurs built the ark; professionals built the titanic. Anonymous "Try not to become a man of success but a man of value." Albert Einstein "It's always too early to quit." Norman Vincent Peale "To speak gratitude is courteous and pleasant, to enact gratitude is generous and noble, but to live gratitude is to touch Heaven." Johannes A. Gaertner "The only difference between stumbling blocks and stepping stones is the way in which we use them." Adriana Doyle ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Please be aware that Henrico County has a curfew Law for minors. HENRICO COUNTY CODE : OFFENSES § 13-153 ARTICLE V. CURFEW DIVISION 1. GENERALLY Secs. 13-131—13-150. Reserved. DIVISION 2. MINORS Sec. 13-151. Duty of parent or guardian. (a) It shall be unlawful for any parent, guardian or other adult person having the care, custody or control of any minor 16 years of age and under to permit, allow or encourage such minor to remain on any road, street, avenue, alley, park or other public place in the county between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and daylight of the following day, unless accompanied by such parent, guardian or person having the care, custody and control of such minor. Sec. 13-153. Duty of minors. It shall be unlawful for any minor 16 years of age and under to remain on any road, street, avenue, alley, park or other public place in the county between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and daylight of the following day, except as provided in section 13-151, unless accompanied by the parent, guardian or other adult person having the care, custody and control of such minor. (Code 1980, §15-4) If you see anyone out who appears to be age 16 or under out during prohibited times, please contact Henrico PD by dialing 911 and let them confront the parties and determine if any exceptions apply. This is additional way to stop late night vandalism, theft and graffiti incidents in our community, as well as protecting the children themselves. YOUR LAWN You can obtain a lawn maintenance recommendation calendar from Southern States on West Broad Street which will outline recommended lawn care for each of the 12 months of the year. This is must have list for those folks who want to maintain an awesome lawn, which also helps maximize the value of you and your neighbors properties. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT IN HENRICO COUNTY If you want to stay in the know about planning and development in Henrico County you should visit their website at: http://www.co.henrico.va.us/. CRIME PREVENTION: PLEASE LOCK ALL YOUR DOORS AND WINDOWS TO YOUR VEHICLES AND HOME. A SIGNIFICANT PERCENTAGE OF LARCENY CRIMES IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD ARE CRIMES OF OPPORTUNITY THAT RESULT FROM UNLOCKED DOORS AND WINDOWS. YOU CAN’T ELIMINATE CRIMINAL INTENT, BUT YOU CAN ELIMINATE CRIMINAL OPPORTUNITY! PLEASE CHECK YOUR PAPER BOX: Have you checked your paper box lately? Your community encourages all residents to check paper boxes to communicate information regarding meetings, notices, community events, as well as for newsletters. Proper paper box maintenance also helps prevents flyer's from falling out of overstuffed paper boxes and consequently blowing onto your neighbor’s lawn. Get in the know by giving your paper box a check! --------------------------------------------------------- STORM AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS For Information on storm and emergency preparedness take a look at www.vaemergency.com (Virginia’s Emergency Web Site) and www.vdem.state.va.us (Virginia Department of Emergency Management). ---------------------------------------------------------- THERE IS NO SOLICITING IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD: If you have a no soliciting policy in your neighborhood, as do many local neighborhoods, here is what is suggested as per the Henrico Police: 1. Ask to see his/her business card, business license and driver’s license. Write the name and important information down. If necessary, excuse yourself for a moment and lock your door if you need to go inside and get a pen. NEVER invite solicitors into your home. 2. Politely inform the solicitor that door to door soliciting is not permitted in your neighborhood. 3. If the solicitor refuses or returns, please call the police immediately at 501-5000. Next, call your Association Office and let them know of the incident. 4. Never ignore a knock at your door. If a solicitor turns out to be someone “casing” your home, this could lead him or her to believe that the house is empty. 5. Please keep in mind that because the roads are owned by Henrico County, community association staffs do not have the authority to tell solicitors that they cannot drive on the roads of your subdivision. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- PET OWNERS: Pet Owners……...PLEASE do your part in keeping with Community Standards and the law. Dog waste kills grass, shrubs and neighborhood relationships. Please be a responsible pet owner and clean up after your dogs if your walk them in your neighborhood. Not only is this probably required by your Neighborhood Association Documents it is also required by county and state codes. Also, if your dog is left outside and barks such that the noise impairs the quality of life of others, it is a violation of the Neighborhood Association Documents and a noise violation within the criminal codes. Please consider others with considerate and lawful pet ownership. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- "Sometimes our light goes out but is blown again into flame by an encounter with another human being. Each of us owes the deepest thanks to those who have rekindled this inner light."....... ......Albert Schweitzer ---------------------------------------------------------------------- If you live in one of the many Local Neighborhoods with an HOA and are selling your home you will need to order / purchase a disclosure package. The Virginia Property Owners Association Act requires the seller to obtain from the property owners association an association disclosure packet and provide it to the purchaser; the purchaser may cancel the contract within three days after receiving the disclosure packet you purchased for him. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Area schools asks residents to not bring pets onto school property at any time. Animal waste on school grounds where our children play is grossly unacceptable and can be avoided by following this policy. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- IF YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD HAS A HOA, DO NOT SCHEDULE CONTRACTORS UNTIL MODIFICATIONS APPROVAL HAS BEEN ACCEPTED – It is important not to schedule contractors to begin work on exterior modifications around your home until your neighborhood modifications committee has approved your request and you have received a letter of approval from your community manager. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- RECOMMENDED COMMUNITY WIDE STANDARDS FOR LAWN MAINTENANCE: No matter how much money and effort you spend on your exterior home and lawn maintenance, if your neighbor maintains their home with a significant indifference towards lawn maintenance standards, it will significantly impair your resale value and ability to efficiently market your home for sale. Accountability for these standards is the key to maintaining an enhanced value for your home. Here are the recommended standards: 1. Dead trees and shrubs must be removed within a timely manner. 2. Grass shall be maintained at a height of no taller than 5 inches and no less than 2 inches . 3. Flower, tree and shrub beds shall not be allowed to present an overgrown and weedy appearance. 4. Trees and shrubs shall be properly pruned to present a neat and manicured appearance. 5. Grass should be healthy at all times during the growing months and adequately cared for year round (including weed control, fertilization, watering and insect control) in order to maintain healthy grass. 6. Leaves and other debris shall be evaluated as viewed from an adjacent property or the curb. 7. Conversion of grass from lawn to beds or other non-grass areas requires approval of the Modifications Committee. 9. Leaves and other debris shall be evaluated as viewed from the curb or adjacent property. |
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Winter Farmers MarketPosted on: 2012-01-03Indoor Winter Farmers Market - 36 Broad Street Road Manakin-Sabot, VA only 5 minutes West of Short Pump at Enzo’s Italian Chophouse (in the Food Lion Shopping Center). 1st Saturday of Jan., Feb., March and April
Pastured poultry, beef, pork, eggs, winter greens, herbs, teas, fiber products and artisan crafts.
9:00am - Noon
Website:www.chiknegg.comEmail:ChiknEGG@gmail.com - 2011 CENTRAL VIRGINIA SCHOOL REPORT - SOL ScoresPosted on: 2011-10-22The relationship between home values, and their subsequent resale value, always has had a significant bond with a home's school districts. The importance of this can not be over emphasized. Attached is a comparison between the 2010 - 2011 SOL Scores for the various Central Va. Areas. Call us for more information on this and other issues that could impact your home investment.Website:psjr.com/school_report.xhtml
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DOWN TOWN SHORT PUMPPosted on: 2011-12-06DOWN TOWN SHORT PUMP: Up to Date Community News, Dining Opportunity's and reviews from independent sources, events and entertainment, classifieds, and local area history - then click on the link and access information about any of these topicsWebsite:www.downtownshortpump.com/ - What is a phishing email?Posted on: 2011-11-17Phishing emails attempt to steal your identity and will often ask you to reveal your password or other personal or financial information. Companies such as your credit card company, the IRS, your bank or PayPal will never ask you for your password over the phone or in an email and will always address you by your first and last name.
Phishing emails attempt to steal your identity and will often ask you to reveal your password or other personal or financial information. Legitimate companies will never ask you for your password over the phone or in an email and will always address you by your first and last name.
Take our Fight Phishing Challenge at https://www.paypal.com/fightphishing
to learn 5 things you should know about phishing. You'll also see what we're doing to help fight fraud every day.
- 7 Best Remodeling Projects for the MoneyPosted on: 2012-01-13Remodeling magazine’s latest Cost vs. Value Report
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Clubs & LeaguesPosted on: 2011-09-23Innsbrook is a community where businesses and people get involved. Whether you are a participant, a spectator or a guest, there is a club, event or league for almost every person and interest.
Click on the link below for more informationWebsite:www.innsbrook.com/clubs.shtml - Do you know the beach is only 2 hours away - dolphins, whales, pelicans and more!Posted on: 2012-01-28Winter or summer the beach is a great place to go. Numerous huge whales make their annual migrations trips down the coast as part of their breeding process, and often they are seen doing spectacular things! In other months tons ofdolphins, pelicans and other wonderful examples of wild life are a common observation - another natural resource now far away at all
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Enjoy Our Great Natural Resource - The James River ♠Posted on: 2012-01-27An amazing natural river of beauty rolls through the heart of the Richmond area. Class 4 rapids go through the City of Richmond and opportunities for world class fresh water fishing, kayaking, tubing, rafting, wild life sightings (Bald Eagles, River Otter, Deer, and so much more is only minutes away - its amazing!Website:www.jamesriverpark.org/ - Remember to Live Life to its fullest and Appreciate Every Moment You HavePosted on: 2011-12-13The top 5 regrets of people who are dying, by Bonnie Ware, reflects on what his work in a palliative care unit taught him from his experiences with others in the last few months of their lives. An interesting article that can hopefully help all of us enjoy life to its fullest, before it's too late.
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LivingSocial in RichmondPosted on: 2011-05-12365 things to do in the Richmond area! Click on the link to find out what your options are. - Groovin In The Garden Concert SeriesPosted on: 2011-05-21Groovin In The Garden Concert Series features concerts of popular bands at both The Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden and at Maymont. Cool locations to see great shows at cheap prices. Check one out!
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Welcome to the Richmond Hope FoundationPosted on: 2011-12-13The Mission:
Is to provide HOPE by sponsoring children for life-changing physical therapy services that enrich their lives and the lives of their families.
Please click on the link and learn more about this wonderful organization and some of the fund raising events scheduled for our area.Website:www.richmondhopefoundation.org/ -
Concert Information for The NationalPosted on: 2009-02-25Concert Information for The National, on Broad Street in the City of Richmond. Great very small theater with a huge line-up of shows.Website:www.thenationalva.com -
Since 1958 this wonderful organization has helped the youth of our area.Posted on: 2011-10-11Tuckahoe Little League has been dedicated to promoting good sportsmanship, team work, commitment, honesty and courage.
This organization offers a variety of leagues as well as an indoor training facility available 12 months a year and we believe at least one current and dominant pitcher in the major leagues spent some of his younger years in the Tuckahoe Little League.
Registration is occurring now for the spring 2012 season. Other information is also available on their website including news on the 2012 bat regulations. Don't buy a costly bat before learning about the rule changes that will affect certain bat typesWebsite:www.tuckahoe.org/index.php - Ready Virginia article - March 20 Statewide Tornado DrillPosted on: 2012-02-06Attached is a very important article that you can use in newsletters, in online publications, email blasts, etc., about the upcoming Statewide Tornado Drill. Virginia was slammed with dozens of tornadoes last year. Please promote participation in the March 20 Statewide Tornado Drill – a critical safety exercise.
Here is a look back at 2011:
• 51 tornadoes hit, the second highest number on record (87 struck in 2004)
• In April, 10 people died and more than 100 were injured
• Most tornadoes occurred during April, but tornadoes also were recorded in March, May, August, September, October and November
• In April, 212 homes and 17 businesses were destroyed; more than 1,050 homes and businesses were damaged
• Nearly every part of Virginia experienced tornadoes during 2011, including mountainous Southwest Virginia. Other areas hit: Southside Virginia, Roanoke Valley, Shenandoah Valley, Central Virginia, Northern Virginia, Middle Peninsula and Hampton Roads
• Many of the tornadoes struck at night – the powerful EF3 twister in April hit Washington County shortly after 11 p.m.
Thank you for anything you can do to help Ready Virginia promote tornado safety.
Laura Southard
Laura L. Southard
Public Outreach Coordinator
Virginia Department of Emergency Management
10501 Trade Court / Richmond, VA 23236
(804) 897-9732 (office)
(804) 239-8325 (BlackBerry)
www.vaemergency.gov www.ReadyVirginia.gov
Emergency preparedness is everyone's responsibility.
Website:www.ReadyVirginia.gov - This calendar includes all scheduled events for the Henrico County Public SchoolsPosted on: 2010-09-24Go to the website link and click on the school of your choice. Holidays as well as events for the school year are all listedWebsite:dynacal.com/henrico/
- Short Pump Town Center, Dining, Shopping and Much More!Posted on: 2011-12-13Short Pump Town Center, built in 2003, is wonderful shopping destination in the Deep Run High School region. Stores such as Nordstrom’s, Pottery Barn, Crate & Barrel, and many others will be found here, in addition to restaurants like Maggiano's and more. There is even a comedy club (Funny Bones) and close by are hotels. All around the this area are many additional businesses and restaurants have opened and the development continues along the Area’s Broad St. corridor. The Broad Street/Pump Road corridors of the local area provides numerous community amenities to meet any need
