Atlee PTSA hosting post prom event

The Atlee Parent, Teacher, Student Association (PTSA) is pleased to announce that they will be hosting a post prom activity for Atlee juniors and seniors from 10 p.m. until 2 a.m. on June 3. This event will be held at the Bowlero Mechanicsville and is supported in partnership with Hanover Cares. The Atlee PTSA is proud to be sponsoring this safe and fun event in an effort to provide an alternative to a more dangerous choice. The event will include unlimited bowling, arcade and billiards, snacks and prizes and giveaways for participants. Bowlero Corporation is a local, Hanover business that offers bowling and league activity for the Hanover community at large.

One of the major things Atlee PTSA wanted to address is to provide additional programming for students. The current class of seniors is the last group that started high school before the COVID-19 pandemic. Last year, they were juniors, and they and their predecessors were able to have many of the upperclass student opportunities that the previous two years did not. But as these students began enjoying these activities once again, we also saw some of the negative factors that present themselves when we have these events, mainly substance abuse.

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Hanover County leaders joined an enthusiastic crowd on april 14 as they celebrated the prepared to break ground on a new recreation center and library complex in Montpelier.

Hanover breaks ground on Montpelier Recreation Center and Library project

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Hanover County leaders wielded white hardhats and golden shovels to break ground on the future Montpelier Recreation Center and Library on April 14, joining a a large crowd thrilled about the facility planned for the western part of the County.

“This is going to be a magnificent and awesome resource — a center that truly reflects the wants and needs of our community,” said South Anna district supervisor Susan P. Dibble who championed the project.

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Mechanicsville — 23111 dorns Body & paint, 8190 Mechanicsville Tpke. essex Bank, 6316 Mechanicsville Tpke.

360 Coin laundry & Cleaners , 7040 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Truist — lee davis, 7016 Mechanicsville Tpke. Books Beads & More, 8106 Mechanicsville Tpke. Colonial pharmacy, 7510 Mechanicsville Tpke.

FCl Favor Christian life, 6501 Mech Tpke, ste 101

Gus’ italian Café, 7358 Bell Creek road

Hanover Cleaners, 8092 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Healthlink Chiropractic Center, 7347 Bell Creek road lee davis B & p, 7051 Mechanicsville Tpke. lee davis pharmacy, 7016 lee park road little Bean Coffee Co., 7032 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Hometown realty, 7240 lee davis rd, suite 200 Kroger, 6335 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Mechanicsville drug store, 8077 Mechanicsville Tpke. Mechanicsville library, 7461 sherwood Crossing place primis Bank (Mechanicsville), 8123 Mechanicsville Tpke.

TGi Friday’s, 8100 Creighton parkway

The Ville, 7526 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Treats and Treasures, 5912 Cold Harbor road Village Bank (Old Mech), 8051 Mechanicsville Tpke. West store, 4225 Mechanicsville Tpke.

Mechanicsville — 23116 atlee Branch library, 9212 rutlandshire drive

Balducci realty & Builders, 10173 Chamberlayne road Bell Creek Vet., 8310 Bell Creek road dominion Women’s Health, 8239 Meadowbridge road

Hogg professional Building, 9137 Chamberlayne road

KidMed, 8356 Bell Creek road

Owens and Minor, 9120 lockwood Blvd progressive dental, 8417 n run Medical drive pulmonary assoc. richmond, 7497 right Flank road primis Bank (Kings Charter), 9495 Charter Gate drive

Valero (atlee & sliding Hill rds.), 10030 sliding Hill road

Ashland- 23005 ashland library, 201 s railroad ave. ashland police dept., 601 england street ashland Town Hall, 101 Thompson street

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Cross Brothers Grocery, 107 south Center street

Hanover Community service, 12300 Washington Hwy.

Hanover parks and rec, 13015 Taylor Complex lane

Henr y Clay shopping Center, rt. 54 rise n shine diner, 10372 leadbetter road sheetz/ashland, 12341 n. Washington Hwy. sheetz/leadbetter dr, 10037 sliding Hill road skateland, 516 n. Washington Hwy.

Village Bank, 10035 sliding Hill road, #101

Ashland — 23059 aw shucks Country store, 6100 pouncey Tract road

Montpelier — 23192

Fas Mart, 16575 Mountain road

Food lion, 16615 Mountain road

Montpelier library, 17205 sycamore Tavern lane

Montpelier pharmacy, 17128 Mountain road

Virginia Family practice, 15028 Brown pleasants road

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Aylett — 23009 primis Bank- Central Garage, 20 Commerce lane

Hanover — 23069

Hanover County admin Bldg, 7516 County Complex road

Hanover Co sheriff’s Office, 7522 County Complex road

Hanover Branch library, 7527 library drive

Hanover post Office, 13228 Hanover Courthouse rd pamunkey regional Jail, 7240 Courtland Farm road

Wickham Bldg., 7515 County Complex road

King William — 23086

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Valero (King William), 12132 King William road

One stop Market, 2185 richmond-Tappahannock Hwy.

Manquin — 23106

Manquin post Office, 2171 richmond Tappahannock

M & M pizza — B&p station, 1418 richmond-Tappahannock Hwy.

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High School Youth Risk Behavior Survey said they drove while drinking within the past 30 days. Nearly 17% of teens surveyed admitted to riding in a car with a driver who had been drinking and 70% of all teenagers admit to drinking alcohol sometime during high school. One in 10 teens in high school drinks and drives. Every 15 minutes a teenager will die due to drunk driving as 60% of all teen deaths from car accidents involve alcohol.

This year’s post prom event will be open to all juniors and seniors, whether they attend the prom or not. This event will be a safe, enjoyable opportunity for students to gather and spend some additional time with their friends without having to do so in an unsafe environment. Attendees will have access to unlimited bowling, arcade, pool, food and beverages and even giveaways.

At the end of the day, this event is not just for the peace of mind of parents and others in our community. Instead of just expecting “kids will be kids,” parents and the community are invested in keep them safe. Just one incident can change a community, impact so many directly and can be absolutely preventable. When tragedy happens in our community, it is not just felt at Atlee or Hanover, Mechanicsville or Patrick Henry. Everyone is connected through activities, sports, church and more. yourlovedones. Pre-planningisthe greatestgiftyoucan givethem.

Atlee PTSA is currently accepting additional sponsorships from the community and is happy to accept items from local business partners as prizes for this event. If your business is interested in supporting this event in any way, please contact atleehospitality@ gmail.com for more information. Each sponsorship will support keeping the cost of attending this event for students at $5 (as an addon to their prom ticket).

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THURSDAY, APRIL 27 a monthly Blood drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) located at 7168 Flag lane in Mechanicsville. additional dates are May 23, June 20, July 27, aug. 24, sept. 26, Oct. 19, nov. 24 and dec. 26. you must schedule an appointment with the red Cross at redCrossBlood.org.

FRIDAY APRIL 28 & SATURDAY, APRIL 29 st. paul lutheran Church will sponsor its “everything for $1” two-day yard sale, from 7 a.m. to noon at 8100 shady Grove rd. in Mechanicsville. The inside/outside rain or shine event will include linens, kitchen, home décor, clothes (children and adult), books, toys, lawn and garden, furniture and much more. For more information, call 804-427-7500.

SATURDAY, APRIL 29

VFW p ost 9808 will hold a s hred- i t event on from 9 a.m. to noon at 7168 Flag lane in Mechanicsville. This event is for members and community residents. Come and share the date with your family and friends. note that no binders or boxes are allowed.

The american legion post 175 hosts a community breakfast on the last saturday of each month from 7:30 to 10 a.m. in the Main Hall of the post, located at 8700 Bell Creek drive in Mechanicsville and will feature scrambled eggs, plain or blueberry pancakes, biscuits, sausage gravy, bacon, breakfast potatoes, grits, fried apples, coffee, tea and juice. The cost is $10 per person and all proceeds will go toward the many projects american legion provides for veterans and the youth of the community.

SATURDAY MAY 6

The a rc of hanover at s hady Grove United Methodist Church will hold a picnic from 12:30-2:30 at 8209 shady Grove road in Mechanicsville in the picnic shelter. Churchmembers will host a summer picnic of fun, food and fellowship. rsVp to diane at 804-798-2400 or info@thearcofhanover by april 28.

WEDNESDAY, MAY, 10

Hanover County is working with residents, businesses, landowners and other community members to update its Comprehensive p lan. Called “ e nvision Hanover,” the plan is the county’s long-range vision of Hanover over the next 25 years, addressing land use, housing, economic development and natural resources. it also provides guidance on where growth may be appropriate throughout the county and what that growth should look like. Hanover residents’ feedback will shape the Comprehensive plan and decisions regarding growth, preservation and public investment for years to come. Based upon the feedback received, the project team has been working to identify key concepts related to land use, economic development and historic resources. residents will be able to share their ideas by participating with an in-person meeting or webinar, depending upon their schedules. The Hanover Board of supervisors will hold public work sessions on the Comprehensive plan on May 10. The current schedule calls for the planning Commission to hold a public hearing on the proposed update in august, with the board’s public hearing to take place a month later. For information on the planning process, and how you can participate, visit www.envisionhanover.com. you can also follow the process on Twitter, instagram and Facebook.

THURSDAY, MAY 11

The 38th annual shrimp and suds Feast will be held from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at Kings dominion pavilion. enjoy, spiced shrimp (two servings) unlimited golden beverage and soft drinks. dance to “That dog Bite” see old friends make new ones! Fundraiser to benefit deserving youth and charitable endeavors. sponsored by the rotary Club of Hanover. Ticket purchase online at HanOVer rOTary.OrG Or at atlantic Union Bank branches in Caroline and Hanover county and n uckols rd.location. Tickets MUsT be purchased in advance! For additional information and sponsorship questions call Janice at 570-574-1481. ONGOING if you think you may have a drinking problem, aa can help. Visit aarichmond. org for meeting info in Hanover County and other areas or call the 24 hour hotline: 804-355-1212. The Hanover County sheriff’s Office will be hosting its 14th annual senior Citizens police academy. The senior Citizens police academy will take place through June 20. The academy will be held every Tuesday between the hours of 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. at The Montpelier Community Center, located at 17203 sycamore Tavern lane, Montpelier, Va 23192. There will be no cost for the participants. Class size will be limited to the first 30 seniors who register. The program will be available to people 55 years of age or older who are residents, business owners or county employees. applicants must also be willing to submit to a background check. This academy is designed to give participants an inside look into law enforcement with the Hanover County sheriff’s Office. interested seniors are urged to download an application at http://www.hanoversheriff. com/199/senior-Citizens-police-academy or contact deputy evan povar at (804) 365-3363 for an application or additional information. also, the application needs to be notarized. The deadline to apply is

March 10, 2023.

Mechanicsville Churches emergency Functions One stop shop (MCeF Oss) is open for food, clothing and linens from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and from 6:30 to 7:30 p .m. Thursday at 7235 stonewall parkway in Mechanicsville (rear parking lot). The shop is available for residents in the 23111 and 23116 zip codes with identification and proof of residency.

Walnut Grove Baptist Church will be conducting Free adult e nglish Classes ( esl ) and Citizenship Classes ( passing the Test) Wednesday mornings with open enrollment through May 17, 2023. Classes will meet from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at 7046 Cold Harbor r oad, Mechanicsville, Va 23111. For more information, contact the church office at (804) 746-5081 or contact Frank at wgbcinfo@comcast.net or (804) 402-7701. The classes are free but students are asked to purchase the books required for the class.

SATURDAYS

Trinity lutheran Church, ashland Campus, located at 11515 ashcake road in ashland 2 miles west of U.s. 1, holds its church service at 5 p.m. with pastor rev. dr. roy Minnix. Visit www.trinityrichmond.net or call 804-270-9626.

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