June 9, 2023

A publication by Gloucester's Department of Community Engagement and Public Information

MAJOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION ANNOUNCEMENT: On Monday, June 12, VDOT Fredericksburg District will begin reconstructive maintenance work to strengthen the travel surface of Route 216 (Guinea Road).

Motorists may encounter one-way, alternating traffic on Guinea Road between sunrise and sunset on weekdays. If work is cancelled on a weekday for rain, crews may work on a Saturday.

The road will undergo a full depth reclamation, which will resurface the road over 3.6 miles, across both lanes, with multiple layers of asphalt. This project will strengthen the road to extend its life span and improve its ability to carry heavy vehicle traffic.

Crews will start construction near Achilles Elementary School and progress west toward the Route 17 intersection.

For more information, click here.

VIMS will hold its Marine Science Day on Saturday, June 10. Activities will include a Marine Life Costume Parade, Marine-Related Career Fair, activities and education on Blue Crab Biology and Diel Vertical Migration; a Seafood Cooking Demo and more!

For more information, click here.

Attention property owners: You now have an extra two weeks to pay your Real Estate and Personal Property taxes!

If you do not receive your bill within the next few weeks, and own property in Gloucester County, please contact the Treasurer's Office at 804-693-2141 or treasurer@gloucesterva.info. To learn more, check out this short video below:

The final performance in this season's Arts at Abingdon Series will feature Dana Lyn & Kyle Sanna, fiddle and guitar on Thursday, June 15 at 7 p.m. at Abingdon Episcopal Church, White Marsh. This concert is being held in partnership with the Gloucester Arts Festival and The Cook Foundation.

Admission is free and no reservations are required.

Replayed Post on Money, Health and Other Things

Over the next few weeks, the Virginia Cooperative Extension will revisit its multi-part series on risk management and the basics of different insurance plans! This week, they'll wrap up their discussion on disability insurance.

To learn more, click here.

Middle Peninsula-Northern Neck Community Services Board Launches Photo Contest for 2024 Calendar of Peace, Hope and Well-Being

What makes you happy?

What brings you joy?

What inspires you?

Submit your favorite photo and win a spot in our 2024 calendar.

Photo Size: 11”x 8.5” (jpg or png) – Landscape

Minimum resolution: 300 DPI

Open to all ages.

Email it to: prevent@mpnn.state.va.us

Deadline: 7/26/23

GUEST Shelter is Hiring!

The Gloucester United Emergency Shelter Team (GUEST) program is hiring a Housing Resource Advocate. This person will be responsible for assisting callers and program participants in maintaining housing, seeking out available housing in the community, securing relationships with landlords; and for assisting shelter residents with locating, securing, and maintaining permanent housing.

This is a part-time, grant-funded position with approximately 30 hours per week and reports to the Executive Director.

For a complete job description or to apply, please email cover letter and resume to: Rev. Kristie Askew, Executive Director, kristieaskew@guestshelter.net

Deadline to apply is Friday, June 23, 2023.

LIBRARY NEWS

PR&T NEWS

Musical Theater Show Choir Camp 2023 registration is open! Camp will be held at TC Walker June 26-29,

1:00-4:00PM!

This camp is for girls ages 12-17 with a passion for performing Broadway show tunes and learning choreography too! On Thursday, there will be a performance to show off everything the campers have learned!

To register please visit gloucesterva.info/civicrec.

Wild Explorers Camp this July is open for Registration!

Spend the day with a Park Ranger and learn about conservation, safety & outdoor skills while exploring the parks ecology!

To register please visit gloucesterva.info/civicrec.

Registering for this camp will be a SLAM DUNK!

Join us on the court at Achilles Elementary to focus on the fundamentals and individual skill building. All skill sets are welcomed and encouraged as there will be a place for beginners & advanced players.

Boys 6-9 & 10-13 July 17-20

Girls 6-9 & 10-13 July 24-27

For more details & to register please visit gloucesterva.info/civicrec.

Gymnastic Camps for ages 4-5!

June 26-29 & Jul 10-13 | 1:30pm-3:30pm at Botetourt Elementary

Students will learn basic techniques for floor, bars, balance beam, and participate in other fun activities!

To register please visit gloucesterva.info/civicrec.

Parks, Recreation and Tourism Press Events for the Coming Week

WILD EXPLORERS – NEW SESSION OFFERED!

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring Wild Explorers Camp for ages 7-11 on July 17-20 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The fee is $75 and the deadline to register is July 10.

THE FULL HIKE

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring The Full Hike (9.5 miles) on Saturday, June 17 at 7:00 am. It’s a 9.5-mile hike so bring water and snacks. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. The registration fee is $5 and the deadline to register is June 10.

WALK WITH EASE

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring the Arthritis Foundation’s Walk with Ease program, June 19-July 28, at the Stewart Building. PRT won a grant from the National Recreation and Parks Association to have two instructors trained. This 6-week program was written specifically for those with arthritis but is a great resource for anyone. We will meet 3 times per week for an hour. Sessions include an informational element, stretching, walking, stretching. Wear comfy shoes and dress for the weather. Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 9:00-10:00 am. The fee is $55, which includes the WWE Book and the deadline to register is June 12.

CHIPPOKES STATE PARK

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring A Best Years Trip to Chippokes State Park for fossil hunting on Thursday, June 22 from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. Bring your lunch. The fee is $25 and the deadline to register is June 15.

PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring two Performing Arts camps, under the direction of Karen Scalf, June 26-29 at T. C. Walker. A Disney themed camp for ages 7-11, from 9:00 am - Noon and a Girls Musical Theater Show Choir Camp for ages 12-17, from 1:00-4:00 pm. Registration is $75 and the deadline to register is June 19.

GYMNASTICS CAMP

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring Gymnastics Camps, for ages 4-5, under the direction of Caitlyn Coltrain, June 26-29, 1:30-3:30 pm at Botetourt. The fee is $50, the deadline to register is June 19.

BINGO

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring Bingo for ages 55 and over on Wednesday, June 28 from 10:30 am to Noon at the Stewart Building. Winnings are prizes no cash. The fee is $10 and the deadline to register is June 21.

ZUMBA

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring Zumba on Mondays and Wednesdays in July from 6:45-7:45 pm at Abingdon. The fee is $8 per day if you sign up for the whole month or $9 per day for individual days. The deadline to register is June 26.

For more information on these and other activities call PRT at 804-693-2355, email prt@gloucesterva.info or stop by our office 6382 Main Street. For online registration visit https://gloucesterva.info/civicrec.