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AUGUST 2016

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Richmond, VA Issue No. 23

HILLARY CLINTON SELECTS SENATOR TIM KAINE

AS VICE PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE!

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SPECIAL THANKS TO CHIEF DURHAM

Flavor News is proud to welcome Chief Alfred Durhams

Corner to our monthly publication; and youre invited to
travel this exciting journey! We know many of you have
questions and concerns, so we encourage you to continue
reading Northside Vibes, the community GOOD NEWSpaper. If you would like to participate, please send an email
to flavornews@gmail.com (be sure to type Chiefs Corner
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sending inflammatory messages for we must exhibit respect
and operate with the highest level of integrity. Also, please
keep in mind children will be reading the articles, too. Each
day when a police officer leaves his or her family, they wear
so many hats. In addition to protecting us, on a daily basis
they find themselves assuming numerous roles, i.e. community parents, big brothers and sisters, healthcare professionals, etc. Chief Durham truly cares about your safety!

Chief Alfred Durhams Corner (continued)

place for all who live, work and visit here. But in recent weeks, the conversations
have changed. I am being questioned more about the relationship between the police and the community in light of recent high-profile police-involved shootings
that have occurred in other states. I am always reminding those that I converse
with that the mission of the Richmond Police Department is simple: We make
Richmond a safer community through community policing and engagement. This
approach affords us the opportunity to build relationships and trust among all segments of the community. This philosophy of engagement has paid off tremendously with a significant return on our investment. The RPD has garnered trust throughout communities as evidenced in our citizens theme academies, business partnerships and our ever expanding youth activities. We recognize more than ever that
the departments relationship with the community is more important than ever, so
our goal is to continue to build safe and strong communities throughout Richmond
as a collaborative endeavor from within the community. I am of the mindset that
accountability leads to transparency and this lends to establishing trust and credibility of the people that we serve. It is my goal as chief of police to ensure the
safety of all citizens regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, political affiliation, physical or mental limitation. The members of the RPD will continue to build
relationships and partnerships within the community which foster unity, understanding, cooperation, open dialogue, and collaborative solutions. Remember that
we are all on the same team.
Next Months Topic: What are the Requirements to Become a Police Officer?

Chief Alfred Durhams Corner

Since assuming command of the Richmond Police Department on February 21, 2015, I must say that I have inherited
a jewel of a department and a jewel of a community. Back
then as I engaged members of the community, our conversations were mostly about building relationships, reducing
violence and working together to make Richmond a safer
place
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Congrats to the Kaine Family!

SENATOR TIM KAINE has helped people throughout his life as a

missionary, civil rights lawyer, teacher and elected official. He is one
of 30 people in American history to have served as a Mayor, Governor
and United States Senator. Senator Kaine was elected to the Senate in
2012 as a can-do optimist skilled in bringing people together across old
lines of party, race or region. In the Senate, he serves on the Armed
Services, Budget, Foreign Relations and Aging Committees. He is a
Ranking Member of the Armed Services Readiness Subcommittee and
the Foreign Relations Subcommittee on State Department and USAID
Management, International Operations and Bilateral International Development. Senator Kaine is married to Anne Holton who recently
stepped down as Virginia Secretary of Education to focus on her husbands campaign. A former legal aid lawyer and juvenile court judge,
Anne previously ran Great Expectations, a program for more than 500
foster children attending Virginia community colleges. Tim and Anne
revel in the adventures of their three grown children and live in the same
Northside Richmond neighborhood where they moved as newlyweds
more than 30 years ago. As long as I have my wife and children by
my side, Im going to be just fine, says Senator Kaine.

POSITIVE IMPACT ON YOUTH

Northside Vibes Senior Editor & Publisher

Recalls Meeting Senator Tim Kaine in 2009
While Attending Event in Petersburg, Virginia

Back in 2009 I was a Career Coach on a mission to assist youth as they

traveled the Roadmap to Success. The experience was remarkable! The
youth had the opportunity to hear Senator Tim Kaine speak about his
beautiful wife (Anne Holton), children, and all youth throughout worldwide communities. Additionally, he talked about goals and aspirations
telling the teens to never give up. I still remember the positive feedback
they shared upon our return to class: Hes so nice, down-to-earth, and
took the time to answer all of our questions (which he did); we hope to
have the opportunity to work with him once we graduate from college;
and one child asked if he was going to be president someday (from the
mouths of babes). In other words, Senator Kaine left an everlasting
impression upon us all. We wish the best for the Kaine family as they
travel this well-deserved journey with Presidential Candidate Hillary
Clinton, says Deone.

Health and Education

Meet Patrick Keyser - Advocate for Literacy!

By Deborah Little-Bowser

Get Ready! Get Set!

Back to School!
By Allison Davis

Imagine not being able to read your bible or other materials. According
to a study conducted in late April 2015 by the U.S. Department of Education and the National Institute of Literacy, 32 million adults in the United
States cannot read above the fifth grade level and 19% of high school
graduates cannot read. Meet Mr. Patrick Keyser, a native of the Northern
Neck. His journey with literacy began while attending William and Mary
College. A volunteer opportunity to teach literacy students began a passion for him. He tutored a student one-on-one for two years. Upon graduation he sought to expand his passion, but met obstacles along the way.
In June 2015 a reluctant Patrick attended a conference for grant opportunities. He attended a session entitled, Ministry Exploration Grants. This
would mark another turning point in his life. He experienced an epiphanyteach reading using the bible. He consulted and pitched the idea to
several people in the literacy community and with their support submitted
a grant proposal for his idea. I felt this was a very spiritual journey; and
the necessary people to make it happen were in the right place for me.
The literacy program utilizing the bible began in September 2015 and recessed for the summer in June 2016. Students received one-on-one tutoring and most said they would return in September. Classes were held
each Wednesday morning at St. Philips Episcopal Church in collaboration with the READ program. During his senior year in college, he received his calling to study for the priesthood. My family always said I
would be a preacher, but I didnt think so. Patrick will not be returning
to the program because he has been accepted to Yale Divinity School with
a full scholarship. I realize this is a calling from God; and I will always
work for literacy in some way. I am pleased the program will resume in
September and the students can continue to expand their reading skills.
If you can read this article, think of the many that cant. Volunteer to help
someone read. Call the READ Center at (804) 288-9930.
Congratulations Patrick! We wish you continued success!
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It is time to prepare for a fantastic new school year! You are completing
many tasks to include purchasing clothes and school supplies, reviewing
school and bus schedules. Here are a few tips that may also help:
Remember to review your childs immunization records. A current
immunization record is necessary for school age students. It is also
important for adults to periodically review their immunization
records. AUGUST IS NATIONAL IMMUNIZATION AWARENESS MONTH. For more information, please contact your doctor,
the local health department, or the Center for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC): www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/
Think about the daily school routine. Introduce your child(ren) to
earlier bedtimes and morning rising times. If your child(ren) enjoyed a relaxed summer routine or this will be a new routine, practicing is important.
Back-to-school anxieties are natural whether your child(ren) is transitioning into preschool, elementary, middle, or high school, or
transferring to another school. Preschool and kindergarten students
require extra encouragement. Please be patient and prepared for
some tears during the first few days of school. Encourage your
young child(ren) to have fun at school through participation in all
activities.
Lets remember that students are concerned about many things, such
as their clothes, going to a new school, meeting new peers, and new
teachers. Unfortunately, the recent law enforcement and public
safety issues are also realistic concerns.
Please encourage your child(ren) to talk with you about all of their
concerns. To help calm fears, remove or reduce exposure to negative media and conversations. Increase positive conversations and
experiences with your child(ren). Remind your child(ren) that your
love and commitment is unconditional. Lastly, to help strengthen
the family bond, spend uninterrupted time with your child(ren) enjoying games and other places.

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WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL

FRESH STARTNEW FRIENDSMAKE IT COUNT!

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Neighborhood Groups & More

Battery Park Civic Association

Todd Curran (843) 647-9263

2702 Edgewood Avenue Richmond, VA 23222
www.facebook.com/batteryparkcivicassociation@gmail.com

Bellevue Civic Association (804) 261-0513

P.O. Box 15623 Richmond, VA 23227
www.bellevueweb.org president@bellevueweb.org

Brookland Park Area Business Association

Willie Hilliard (804) 852-7463
P.O. Box 25271 Richmond, VA 23260
brooklandparkaa@gmail.com

COMING SOON SENIORS RECOGNITION COLUMN!

Do you know of a senior citizen who deserves to be recognized? Of

course you dojust look aroundtheyre everywhere! Do you remember
Grandma Lucy, Nanny, Big Mama, Momma Pearl, Grandpa, Papa, and Big
Daddy too? How about arriving home after a long day at work and being
greeted by the aroma of grandmas hot cooked meals: Thanksgiving turkey with homemade stuffing and gravy, collard greens mixed with Smithfield ham bits, sweet fried corn, hot buttered biscuits (or rolls) and of
course dessertcreamy rice pudding, hot apple pie, or homemade ice
cream!
Isnt it nice to be able to reminisce about those Saturday mornings when
Grandpa would take you fishing, or storytelling Sundays after attending
church? Seniors are so amazing! No matter what our grandparents were
dealing with, they always smiled while saying, Baby, just Trust in the
Lord and everything will be alright. Well, by now you get the idea, right?
In other words, we want to honor our senior citizens; however, we need
your help. Send a photo (jpeg) and short story or perhaps a favorite
recipe to flavornews@gmail.com. Be sure to include Seniors in the
subject line. Seniors, its your time to shine!

Reprint: What

You Need to Know If You Are

Stopped by the Police

The goal of the Richmond Police Department is to provide excellent service in

public safety. We are aware that citizen involvement is needed for us to achieve
this goal. And at times, citizens will come in contact with police officers. For
many, this is the first time that they have come in contact with the police. Some
citizens may be afraid of the police for one reason or another. We are concerned
not only about the officers safety, but your safety, too. The Richmond Police
Department is concerned about all citizens in the City of Richmond. We recognize that we may have a language barrier and a cultural difference to overcome.
Because of this, if you are stopped by the police, please be patient. Often we
may detain a citizen longer than usual so we can get an interpreter to the location
to assist. Justification for Police Actions. Police officers need reasonable suspicion to stop and question you. They have justification if they suspect you have
done something wrong. You may fit the description of a suspect police are looking for in the area. Even if you know you are innocent, stay calm and cooperate.
Keep in mind that if the police officer has determined that there are reasonable
grounds to act, he or she is legally justified and should act further. The police
officer will respect your right to choose not to answer questions. You should be
aware that your guilt or innocence is not decided at this point. Cooperation on
your part can greatly reduce the time the officer needs to finish questioning you.
Why Do the Police Stop Citizens? There are many different reasons why the
police might stop you. Whatever the reason, the officer needs your cooperation.
Police officers regularly stop and talk to citizens in the performance of their duties. You may fit the description of a suspect who may still be in the vicinity.
The officer needs to determine if you have committed the crime or not. The officer may have stopped to make sure you are not in need of help. What to Do If
You Are Stopped. Cooperate and provide the information that the officer is
asking for. Try not to be nervous. We realize that talking to the police can be
scary to some people. Do not be angry with the police. You will only be detained for a short period of time. If you overreact, you may make the situation
worse. Questions the Police May Ask. What is your name? Where do you live?
Do you have any identification? The officer also may ask additional questions
in order to help with their investigation. If You Are Arrested, You Have Certain Rights. To be informed of the charge against you. To remain silent. To
make a phone call to a lawyer or your family. To a lawyer, even if you cannot
afford one. Frisking. If the police officer suspects that you might be armed, he
or she is allowed to frisk or pat down your clothing to check if you have any
weapons. This is a routine procedure to ensure the safety of everyone. Why So
Many Officers? You may see two or three officers struggling with a suspect.
This may seem unnecessary to a bystander, but there is a reason for it. If one
officer attempts to make an arrest and the suspect struggles, the officer may have
to use force, risking injury to the suspect or the officer. Normally, several officers can restrain a struggling suspect with less risk of injury to the suspect and/or
officers. This article is brought to you by the Richmond Police Department
Community Care Unit, 200 W. Grace Street, Richmond, VA 23220.
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Ginter Park Terrace Association

Benjamin Ross (804) 240-3559
3007 Noble Avenue Richmond, VA 23222
rossbc@verizon.net

Highland Park Plaza Civic Association

(804) 321-1435
3500 Delaware Avenue Richmond, VA 23222
northrichmondnews.com jeffjefferson@aol.com

North Barton Heights Association

2906 Barton Avenue Richmond, VA 23222
nbhdaretocare@gmail.com

North Central Civic Association

Deidre Bryant (804) 228-3735

3216 Garland Avenue Richmond, VA 23222
www.northcentralcivicrva.blogspot.com
northcentralcivic@gmail.com

Providence Park Civic Association

Everett Gray (804) 329-1963
providenceparkcivicassoc@yahoo.com

Rosedale Civic Association

Liz Turner (804) 340-1030

1901 West Laburnum Avenue Richmond, VA 23227
gwava4h@verizon.net

Sherwood Park Civic Association

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Washington Park Civic Association

Brenda Nichols (804) 321-2718

3912 Moss Side Avenue Richmond, VA 23222
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COMMUNITY GARDEN GROUPS

Ginter Park Garden Club
Ginter Park Womens Club

3016 Seminary Avenue Richmond, VA 23227

grandflo96@msn.com

PARKS GROUPS
Cannon Creek

Charles Price
enrichmond.org fewmit@comcast.net

Friends of Battery Park: Ginnie Morrow

2801 Griffin Avenue, Richmond, VA 23222
enrichmond.org friendsofbatterypark@gmail.com

Highland Park Neighborhood Watch

Richmond Guardian Angels

Jo White (804) 937-6836

3206 Maryland Avenue, Richmond, VA 23222
www.highlandparkneighb.wix.com/hpnw
www.rvaguardianangels.wix.com/rvaguardianangels
richmondva@guardianangels.org

Friends of the Northside Dog Park

(End of Forest Lawn Drive -behind Henderson Middle School)

enrichmond.org www.doggoes.com

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MOTHER and SON HAVE A GOOD REASON TO SMILE!

Rosedale Civic Association has been involved with the Anthem LemonAid
Annual Fundraiser since the very beginning. My son, DJ, and I would set
up a card table under the big shade tree at the corner of Hermitage Road and
Westwood Avenue (Job Corps building), says Liz Turner, Communications
Chair. We would offer a free cookie with purchase and had some board
games for anyone who wanted to hang out and play. Eventually, at the advice
of a genius friend, David Curtis, we combined our annual community yard
sale with the Lemon-Aid to make one large event. The yard sale has always
included a community forum aspect. In addition to inviting candidates over
the years, we launched a successful crime prevention campaign called Light
Up Rosedale. We received a stunningly, large donation of light bulbs from
GE, which we gave away free at the event and still had enough left over to
go door-to-door giving away light bulbs! McGruff the Crime Dog was a special guest at this particular event. My son is now 16 and is still passionate
about Anthem LemonAid. This year, all beverage sales at our concession
stand went toward the Anthem campaign to fight pediatric cancer. Within
four hours, he raised $138 which will be presented to Amy Dickstein at the
Childrens Hospital on Brook Road. Continued on Page 7 (photos)

CONGRATULATIONS MAURICE YOUNG

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Neighbors Growing Together!

Flavor News would like to thank the staff at Farm Fresh Tobacco Row located at 2320 E. Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23223 for giving us the opportunity to share our complimentary GOOD NEWSpaper with the Shockoe
Bottom community. Farm Fresh is located just two blocks from our office;
therefore, we stop by from time-to-time to pick up refreshments for our guests.
From the greeters at the stores front entrance to the additional employees
throughout the establishment, everyone exhibits great customer service! Recently, we met with the store manager with hopes of displaying our publication.
A few days later, upon revisiting the store, we were pleasantly surprised to see
Northside Vibes on the newsstands. A few days later we began receiving numerous phone calls from patrons complimenting the paper and excited to learn
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Officers Deliver Cold THE FIRST TEE OF GREATER RICHMOND

Treats to Children in
Gilpin Court and
Highland Park

KIMBERLY R. DRAKE

DORAN J. PRESTON

During a routine patrol assignment, Fourth

Precinct Officer Kimberly Drake and Officer Doran Preston discussed how to bring
cheer to children across Northside during
the summer season.
The following day, on July 20, Drake and
Preston drove across Gilpin Court handing
cold treats to children in the area. When
we saw kids in the area, we asked if they
wanted an ice pop, Preston said. We
thought it would be nice to hand out something sweet and cold during these hot, summer days. Their journey continued to other
areas of the city, including Hotchkiss Pool
and ending at the Ann M. Hardy Plaza in
North Highland Park where the final few
pops were delivered. We didnt have to get
the word out, Drake laughed. The kids
did it! They brought their cousins, sisters
and brothers! At the end of the day, about
140 were distributed to kids across Northside.
People enjoyed seeing police in a positive
light, said Preston. Were definitely
going to do it again.

One Year Later: The Greater Richmond

ARC Assesses the Benefits of ARCpark

This month, ARCpark, the first all-inclusive recreation area in central Virginia,
will be one year old. And what a year it has been! Created by the Greater
Richmond ARC, the 2.4 play area, adjoining ARCs headquarters at 3600
Saunders Avenue, is estimated to host 1,000 visitors each week during good
weather since opening on August 29, 2015. If you build it, they will come
has certainly held true, said ARC Vice President of Development and Communications, Kim Watson. Weve seen visitors from up and down the East
Coast, including New York, New Jersey, Maryland and Delaware. Some have
been from as far away as Florida. The all ages, all abilities park includes a
tree house or repurposed eucalyptus wood with extra-wide ramps to accommodate wheelchairs, Biggo Duo disc swings that are oversized and easy in which
to sit, a custom-built sensory wall of particular benefit for individuals for sensory processing disorders, and a fitness course with multiple height exercise
bars and exercise bikes that include one that can be hand cranked by individuals using wheelchairs. Since opening, ARCpark has hosted dozens of school
groups and over a hundred private parties, mostly birthday celebrations. It is
reserved into October for a variety of events. ARCpark has also received numerous architectural and real estate awards, including one from the 2016 Virginia Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects recently, as
well as the Most Creative Award for an institution at the 15th Annual Greater
Richmond Association for Commercial Real Estate Awards in April. The park
has also received positive feedback from the Greater Richmond ARC families
who helped create it. Results from an informal survey showed families who
provided initial feedback about ARCpark now enjoy coming to the park. Respondents said ARCpark offers activities that are accessible to their family
members; most reported improvements in their loved ones health and wellness. ARCpark has proven to be of great benefit to the families we serve, as
well as to the community in general, said Watson.

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The First Tee of Greater Richmond teaches life skills, healthy habits,
and core values to area youth through the game of golf in three main programming areas: The First Tee Life Skills Experience, The First Tee National School Program, and Collaborative Community Partnerships. Outreach programs draw community partners to The First Tee by integrating
The First Tee Nine Core Values and The First Tee Nine Healthy Habits into events ranging from one-day field trips to week-long camps to year-long
Life Skills programs. Notable community partners include Boys & Girls
Club of Metro Richmond, the Mary and Frances Youth Center at VCU,
Communities in Schools of Richmond, Richmond Redevelopment and
Housing Authority, the Autism Society of Central Virginia, and YMCA of
Metro Richmond. Most recently, The First Tee of Greater Richmond connected with the Mary and Frances Youth Center at VCUs Lobs and Lessons program for the Young Aces Golf and Tennis Camp. This week-long
event gave youth an opportunity to participate in both golf and tennis-related activities. For the first half of each day, participants learned golf
skills at The First Tee. Youth then traveled to Mary and Frances Youth
Center at VCU to learn the game of tennis. Both golf and tennis lessons
seamlessly integrated The First Tee Nine Core Values and The First Tee
Nine Healthy Habits into games and activities. The First Tee of Greater
Richmond is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth development organization whose
mission is to impact the lives of young people by providing educational
programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values, and promote
healthy choices through the game of golf. For more information, visit
www.thefirstteegreaterrichmond.org.
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Rosedales Annual Yard Sale

The Rosedale Civic Association would like to thank Father David Keill of Christ Ascension Episcopal Church for letting us use the church grounds once
again for this event. The congregation is comprised of great friends to the neighborhood. We would also like to thank David Curtis, Bonnie and Earl
Evans and Don Turner for all their hard work in coordinating this event. And of course, thanks to everyone, all candidates and yard sellers who participated
in making this a phenomenal experience, says Liz Turner.

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Brookland Parks 2016 Festival

July 16 2016 Celebrating 100+ Years Good Food Good Fun Good Fellowship!
THANKS TO ALL ATTENDEES & SPONSORS

Northside Family YMCA

Located on Old Brook Road beside John Marshall High School, the Northside Family YMCA
has been serving Richmond for over 100 years.

Attention Teens! FREE MEMBERSHIP through August 31st!

We love our members, and we want you to be one of them! With NO CONTRACTS and financial assistance available for anyone who qualifies, we welcome everyone regardless of your age, background,
ability or income. This summer, teens ages 12-18 can get a FREE YMCA membership through August
31, 2016. Enjoy group exercise classes, open swim, open gym and wellness center activities! Memberships last through August 31. Contact or visit your local YMCA to learn more or to register.

Youth Sports

A lifetime of healthy habits can start with sports at the Y! You will gain confidence
that comes from learning good sportsmanship and a physical activity to keep you
healthy. Swim, sports and play are all offered at many skill levels. Dribble and kick
with basketball and soccer or perfect your discipline with martial arts.

Music and Arts

You are never too old to paint a landscape or play a melody on a flute. The Y has
adult and youth classes for many of our music and art programs, from learning an
instrument to dance lessons and more.

Family

From Y-Guides and Y-Princesses to Family Nights and Parents Night Out, the Y
provides a variety of family programming.

Physical Education Programs

We have partnered with many schools in the area to provide physical education programs for our youth and want all children to have the knowledge and skills to stay
healthy and active throughout their childhood and into adulthood. Through our Physical Education programs, youth receive that knowledge about fitness, wellness, nutrition and much more.
The Y impacted over 159,800 lives in 2015. Every day at the Y, a child learns to
swim, an adult learns to make healthy diet choices and new friendships and communities are formed. For more information, please visit www.ymcarichmond.org.

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NEW
LIBRARY
DIRECTOR

SCOTT
FIRESTINE
The most recent addition to Richmonds senior level administration is
Scott Firestine, the Director of the Richmond Public Libraries. The Fan
District sits between two of the citys nine libraries the Main Library
on Franklin Street and the Belmont Library branch in the Museum District. The library system offers many opportunities beyond the pleasure
of borrowing books in print and online. Programs await for all ages, from
story times for the preschoolers, to gaming and crafts for the tweens &
teens, or the adults may enjoy anything from self-defense to belly dancing
or tech Q&A, life insurance and travel information. Our citizens may also benefit from homework help, workforce development, or ESOL. The
Main Library is a regular venue for First Friday programs as well. Visit
th
the website at www.richmondpubliclibrary.org for additional information
and updates. Join the Friends group and receive Check-Out monthly that
Last month, the Department of Pupil Transportation for Richmond Public
outlines all the free programs offered by the library.
Schools (RPS), in partnership with the Virginia Employment Commission (VEC), hosted several job fairs for bus drivers for the upcoming
NORTH AVENUE BRANCH
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months. Additional qualifications, including a Commercial Drivers LiMondays @ 6 p.m. Chess! Its your chance to learn, play, practice cense Learners permit, can be found by visiting richmond.k12.va.us. Bilingual skills, including Spanish, are a plus. The job fair will be held beand compete.
Mondays @ 6:45 p.m. Yoga Class! Learn basic breathing principles; tween the hours of 10 a.m. noon and 1 p.m. 3 p.m. Location: Virginia
pose alignment, meditation, and relaxation. Please bring your own yoga Employment Commission, 3719 Saunders Avenue, Richmond, Virginia
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mat and wear comfortable clothing. Please call prior to arrival.
Every Friday @ 10:30 a.m. is Job Shop Friday! We can help you
MORE EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES!
prepare your resume in addition to offering resume reviews and tips on Agency.governmentjobs.com/Richmond (search for a job working for
what employers expect, dress-to-impress, and how to answer interview the City of Richmond)
questions!
Careerbuilder.com (upload a resume and find a variety of jobs)
Fridays (except the 1st Friday of the Month) @ 10:30 a.m. - Crochet Governmentjobs.com (research teaching and other government jobs)
Club. Join the group to learn how to crochet (fun for all ages!).
Idealist.org (discover opportunities within nonprofit agencies)
Friday, August 5 @ 4 p.m. Lego First Friday Its Lego time! Follow Indeed.com (find employment in this area and other cities)
the theme or just play!
Jobs.richmond.com (read job listings from Richmond Times-DisWednesday, August 10 @ 10:30 a.m. Bus Safety! The Department of patch)
Transportation is inviting all parents and preschoolers to attend this infor- Richmondjobnet.com (seek gainful employment in Richmond, VA)
mational event as everyone gets ready for a new school year!
Simplyhired.com (pursue the perfect opportunity for you!)
Monday, August 15 @ 5 p.m. Teen Advisory Group (T.A.G.) Come Snagajob.com (snag that job you need with this site!)
and express what you would like to see at your local library.
US.jobs (use their resources for people with disabilities & veterans)
Tuesday, August 16 @ 10:30 a.m. Fiction Focus Senior Book Club Virginia.jobing.com (get hired for jobs in your area)
Calling all City of Richmond SENIORS (55+)! Join us for great reads
and interesting conversations.
VIRGINIA TAX FREE WEEKEND
Wednesday, August 17 @ 4 p.m. Self-Defense Class Join William
August 5th August 7th
Nelson and learn self-defense moves to protect yourself.
Thursday, August 25 @ 2 p.m. Free Blood Pressure Screenings.
SCHOOL SUPPLY DEALS!

Richmond Public Schools

Job Fair for School Bus Drivers
Wednesday August 17 !

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Mondays @ 6:30 p.m. Fitness Warriers @ Ginter Park! Attention
Adults! Come and workout with Amy. Join us for a FREE fitness class.
Wear comfy shoes and clothing (bring an exercise mat if you have one).
Tuesdays @ 10:30 a.m. Toddler Time! Interactive stories and music
for youngsters (ages 2-3) with an adult.
Tuesdays @ 3:30 p.m. Book Babies! Interactive stories, music and
play for babies from birth to 17 months and their caregiver.
Thursdays @ 10:30 a.m. Family Story Time! Suitable for ages 0-5
with an adult.
Saturday, August 20. Northside Chess Initiative! Play, compete, and
learn all about the game of chess. For all ages and abilities!
Its special moments like this that a community can celebrate because
libraries are fundamental to freedom. We are part of democracy education and lifelong learning. This is your Launchpad to the future, says
Scott Firestine.
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Source: richmondmom.com School is still several weeks away, but

it is never too early to take advantage of school supply deals in preparation for the upcoming school year. We have gathered the best
deals that we could find for the most common items on school supply
lists. Please note that deals come and go frequently. If a deal is no
longer active, feel free to send an email to cs@richmondmom.com.
Also, if you find great deals that you would like to share with everyone, please let us know and we will update accordingly. One date to
keep in mind is the Virginia Tax Free Weekend. From August 5th
through August 7th, sales tax will not be charged on qualifying school
supplies and other items. For more information, please visit the Virginia Department of Taxation website:
http://www.tax.virginia.gov/content/sales-tax-holiday

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