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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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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)
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KIMBERLY R. DRAKE
DORAN J. PRESTON
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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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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July 16 2016 Celebrating 100+ Years Good Food Good Fun Good Fellowship!
THANKS TO ALL ATTENDEES & SPONSORS
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.
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.
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
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ers license with no more than two moving violations within the past 12
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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
23227.
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!
YesREOPENED!
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