Understanding dementia event set for June 10

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Engaging Brain Change Understanding dementia workshop will be held on Saturday, June 10, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 8016 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville. This impactful learning event is free and will be held at Mechanicsville Baptist Church in the Family Life Center behind the main church building.

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Become “dementia aware” and gain better understanding of brain changes that occur with Alzheimer’s and other dementia related diseases. Bring your questions and experiences as together we explore ways to support family and friends on the dementia care journey. You will learn the “why” behind the change in thinking and behavior you may observe in the person you care about and practice some strategies and skills for better connecting and supporting a person living with brain change.

Presenter Missy Harden, MS, OTR/L, CDP, is a Certified Independent Positive Approach to Care Consultant and Trainer and NCCDP Certi- fied Dementia Practitioner. Missy has extensive knowledge and training in dementia care, volunteers with Greater Richmond Alzheimer’s Association and is passionate about educating and equipping others with skills to better care for family members with dementia.

Light refreshments will be provided by Dowda Senior Consultants. Sign-up at office@mechanicsvillebaptist.org or 804-746-7253 by Wednesday, May 31 with your name, phone number and the number of people planning to attend.

Man killed in hit-and-run in Hanover

Community Report

Virginia State Police continue to seek help from the public as they work to identify the suspect and the vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run in Hanover County on May 8.

At 2:11 a.m. that morning, Virginia State Police responded to reports of an individual lying in the travel lane on I-295 just before Exit 38 B, Meadowbridge Road.

Makai Sean Cummings, 20, of Nottingham, Mary-

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From 1 demonstrating exceptional scholarship and talent in the visual, creative, and performing arts. In 2015, the program land, was identified as the victim of the hit-and-run, and succumbed to his injuries on the scene.

Cummings’ family reported to several news outlets last week that he was stationed at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in Goldsboro, North Carolina.

The initial investigation indicated that Cummings’ car had broken down and he appeared to be changing a tire on the right shoulder when he was struck by a passing vehicle.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or saw anything at all out of the ordinary, is encouraged to contact the Virginia State Police at questions@vsp. virginia.gov or call (804) 609 — 5656.

This crash remains under investigation with the assistance of the Virginia State Police Crash Reconstruction Team.

Submitted by the Virginia State Police was expanded once again to recognize students who demonstrate ability and accomplishment in career and technical fields.

Annually, up to 161 U.S. Presidential Scholars are chosen from among the year’s senior class, representing excellence in education and the promise of greatness in America’s youth.

A distinguished panel of educators have reviewed these submissions and selected the 628 semifinalists.

SATURDAY, MAY 20 soundtracks concerts are held from 4 to 7 p.m., guests are invited to shop, dine, and play in downtown ashland while they enjoy the musical styles of local performers. Listeners can tune into the free outdoor music from nearby patio dining areas or even from a lawn chair in the pedestrian area. The concert is free, accessible, and open to the public at 102 south Railroad avenue. Learn more at ashlandVirginia.com/ soundtracks.

FRIDAY, MAY 26 ashland Fourth Fridays events will celebrate local artisans. dine downtown, listen to live music, and discover art you can’t find anywhere else at the first ashland Fourth Fridays event of the season from 5 to 8 p.m. in downton ashland. For more information visit www.ashlandvirginia.com/fourthfridays.

SATURDAY, JUNE 3

Cold Harbor Ruritan shrimp Festival will be held at 4 p.m. at Hanover/ Cold Harbor Ruritan Park in Mechanicsville. Tickets are $40 each and can be purchased from Club members, West store, Bob’s Hair shop and at the Hanover adult Center. Proceeds benefit the community.

SATURDAY, JUNE 10

Tournament for Kids & adults. Corn Hole Tournament for kids & adults. email hanovernaacp2@gmail.com to participate. Honoring Hanover;s unsung hereos, Mr. Hosea Fox — Hanover’s Promoter, Mr. spencer Curtis — Hanover ‘s Black Volunteer Fire Leader from Coatesville, Brook s Brothers- 6 Hanoverian Veteran brothers, Jock Jones- 1st Hanoverian drafted into the nFL, The 8 students who integrated Patrick Henry & the former Lee-davis High school, now Mechanicsville High shool. Musical guests will be on stage. Vendor spots available to for profits (we reserve the right to deny permission if products don’t reflect our values & mission) email hanovemaacp2@ gmail.com for more information.

Ongoing

Are you the parent of a child with Type 1 Diabetes?

Parenting a teen with Type 1 diabetes in Hanover. We all understand how demanding this life is. Which is one of the reasons Tara Gray is setting up a meet and greet and a group for have monthly meetings. Please send an email to grays708@ yahoo.com with your name and information if you would like to join.

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 July 26. 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.

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Mechanicsville Baptist Church is hold a workshop, engaging Brain Change, Understanding dementia from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 8016 atlee Road in Mechanicsville. This impactful learning event will be held in the Family Life Center behind the main church building. Become “dementia aware” and gain better understanding of brain changes that occur with alzheimer’s and other dementia related diseases. Light refreshments will be provided by dowda senior Consultants. signup at office@mechanicsvillebaptist. org or 804-746-7253 by Wednesday, May 31 with your name, phone number and the number of people planning to attend.

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

Hanover County Va naaCP Juneteenth Celebration will be held from noon to 5 p.m. at Pole Green Park, 8996 Pole Green Road in Mechanicsville. Fun activities are Car show with old cars, trucks. Bikes, corvettes & others. 3 on 3 Basketball

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.

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.

Hanover County is working with residents, businesses, landowners and other community members to update its Comprehensive Plan. Called “envision 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 all souls episcopal Church celebrates Holy eucharist Rite II at 9:15 a.m. at Messiah L utheran Church at 8154 atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville. a nursery will be available for infants and toddlers. Katherine G. dougherty is the deacon in charge of all souls. Visit www. allsoulsva.org. a Healing and Recovery ss Class meets at 9 a.m. at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville. The class is for adults 18 and over and is an extension of the northstar community that also meets at 6 p.m. Fridays at the church. The Christian 12 steps and Biblical wisdom are the basis of study and discussion to learn about God’s place in our lives. all are welcome. Contact 804-746-5081 or contact Craig simpson at craigwgbc@ gmail.com.

Outside the Walls, a narcotics anonymous group, meets from 6 to 7 p.m. in the lobby of the Pamunkey Regional Jail at 7240 Courtland Farm Rd. in Hanover. Contact John shinholser, Mcshin president, at 804-249-1845.