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Local musician Kip Williams recently releases his first CD "Time" this summer as he pursues music full time.
Williams captures the rhythm in new CD release BY ELIZABETH FARINA efarina@midlothianexchange.com
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here is a rhythmic beat to life and Kip Williams has found it, literally. The local jazz musician, 55, has been playing the drums since he was nine. After selling Richmond Music Center, Williams zeroed in on his passion of playing. Although the Powhatan resident was active in the music scene even while operating the retail business, he now dedicates all of his time pursuing the music. “I’ve been playing pretty active even when I owned the store; I just wasn’t playing at the intensity I’m playing now, which is great,” Williams said. “Richmond’s always been a pretty good town for jazz, and for most music, really.” Williams created his first CD, “Time,” featuring amazing talent from three separate bands he’s played with in the past. “The CD was put together over a couple of years and just released July 5. I had pretty much recorded most of it before I went to Cuba. The next one will have more influence of Cuba,” Williams said. Williams, who is humble about his own talent and knowledge of drums and percussions, invested in an eight-day trip last fall to Havana with friend, teacher and author Chuck Silverman. The trip brought him the opportunity to focus on
the rhythmic Cuban pattern “clave.” “It helped my playing a whole bunch,” Williams said. “Here in the United States, we’re used to four-four time signature and hearing backbeats on two and four… you know, pop music, all of it has a backbeat on two and four and it has a straight beat like that,” he said, while clapping his hands. For five hours each day, Williams studied with a Cuban drummer and drum set, soaking in the different patterns of son clave, and rumba clave. “We learned how that [clave] works in their music and it really puts a whole new spin on everything,” he said. “You can add this stuff to the tool box. It’s like a carpenter having a different chisel or hammer.” That new tool is something Williams looks to add on the second CD. Right now, he’s enjoying his second career as a full-time musician. “I play pretty much everything. I like Jazz because you have the freedom. You can play the same song two nights in a row and it’s going to sound a little bit different each night,” he said. “It’s still the same tune, but we mix it up and it’s more challenging,” The first recording set shares that freedom. “Time” showcases tunes that lock listeners into an album-length instrumental conversation WILLIAMS P2
In the business of keeping everyone cool The design of units has efarina@midlothianexchange.com changed since the 1970’s. In August is normally the past, older HVAC models Richmond’s brutal summer were incorporated into the month, but the heat and landscaping with shrubs humidity arrived early this and bushes planted around season. Over 35 days above the component. “It’s nice historic averages of 88˚ high and pretty looking, but the temperatures since July leaves and the debris from has been recorded for the the shrubs is blocking the Richmond area, according outside unit,” he said. to accuweather.com records. Barnett also explained that “We’ve had some hot ones,” residential air conditioning said owner J.B. “Bernie” has been designed to run 20 Barnett of Barnett’s Heating degrees cooler than the tem& Air Conditioning. perature outside. However, Many people have found he repeatedly stressed that relief indoors, relying on the coils, filters and the outdoor heating, ventilating, and air model should remain clear of conditioning units workdebris. “Air flow is the whole ing full tilt at offices and kit and caboodle,” at home; but for some, the If the unit cannot be HVAC unit cannot keep up repaired and needs to be with the demand. “It’s so hot, replaced, the business offers and they run even hotter,” residential customers a “loanhe said. er” AC window unit until Barnett, who began the the new unit can be installed Midlothian-based business in within two days. “Right now, 1972, explained that proacit’s a quick turnaround. Our tive maintenance is parasuppliers have brought extra mount for HVAC systems. equipment,” he said. Barnett advised that all deBarnett’s dozen staff bris around the unit should members have remained be removed for better air busy during the hot weather. intake. “It’s so important to On a 100-degree day, Barnett keep the coils and air filters COOL P2 clean,” he said. BY ELIZABETH FARINA
he Virginia Museum of Fine Arts experience begins the moment you step out of the parking deck and onto the grounds. The view of the gracefully sloped lawn with its sculpture garden and water features is just one of many aspects that make a visit to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts a unique and special experience. That experience is further enhanced by the new gallery wing, which opened in May 2010. The $150 million dollar project, which had been 10 years in planning, is the first addition to the museum since 1985. The exterior and grounds have been completely revamped, and a new 600 space parking deck has been added. Reflecting pools, shade trees, perennials and walkways accent the landscape, while access from the main building to the Pauley Center, which houses offices and classrooms, has been improved. The sculpture garden itself will contain VMFA’s outdoor collection, as well as hosting traveling exhibits. VMFA Director Alex Nyerges believes that it’s a big step up from before the expansion.
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VA Museum of Fine Arts Director Alex Nyerges speaks about how the museum's expansion provides an opportunity for visitors to enjoy the art collection.
“We had a sculpture garden before, but it was more of a concrete jungle. It wasn’t very friendly,” Nyerges said. Inside, the museum gained a total of 165,000 feet of new space, 53,500 of that in the form of gallery space. The addition also included a new entrance and three-
story atrium, a restaurant and café, as well as a new gift shop, education center and library. This new space allowed VMFA to acquire several new works, some designed VMFA P4
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Richmond Multisports Commonwealth Sport Medicine Pink Power Triathlon returned for its 2nd consecutive year on Sunday, Aug. 22. Over 570 participants took to the course in the all-women triathlon, which was held at the Midlothian YMCA. It was race number six in the RMS Triathlon Series, the last triathlon in the region for the year. More photos on page 7.
Chesterfield County Fair returns to the fairgrounds The 97th Chesterfield County Fair is returning to the fairgrounds Aug. 27-Sept. 4. Two new major attractions this year are a petting zoo featuring 30 animals indigenous to Africa, South America, and Asia, and daily circus shows. The Star Family Circus and Thrill show includes acrobats, motor-
cycle daredevils, jugglers, performing dogs and more. Wristbands may be purchased each day for unlimited rides on the midway attractions. Daily admission tickets are available at the gate, and include admission to that day’s grandstand entertainment. Fair hours are Monday
through Friday 4-11 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m., and Sunday 1-11 p.m. For more information, call 7680148, or visit www.chesterfieldcountyfair.org. The Chesterfield County Fairgrounds are located at 10300 Courthouse Road. - courtesy of Chesterfield County
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Emilio’s Restaurante Español takes authenticity to new level BY AMANDA GALLOWAY special correspondent
With the excitement from Spain’s victory in the World Cup still palpable, Emilio Peiro has enjoyed the attention the triumph has brought his home country here in the United States. One of five children born in Valencia, Spain, Peiro cherishes these opportunities that bring together his two favorite pastimes: “futbol” and food. With a mother, renowned for her cooking skills, and a brother who is a chef, Peiro grew up around good food. This, combined with the fact that Valencia is the home of the famous Spanish dish, the “paella,” may suggest that Peiro was destined for the kitchen. However, as a small child, Peiro would do anything to avoid working in the kitchen, as his first love remained on the soccer field. Even so, by 1987, Peiro had embraced his history, moving to the United States where he opened a restaurant in Charlottesville. The restaurant was successful for its first four years, but with the 1992 Olympics being held in his home country, Peiro wished to return to Spain. While in Spain, Peiro opened a new restaurant, while enjoying the Olympic
Games and the World’s Fair. However, his stay was short lived, as the Richmond Strikers soccer team soon offered him a coaching position back in the United States. “I had to leave Spain for the coaching opportunities. There are so many [soccer] coaches in Spain,” Peiro said. “I love soccer, and I came here to coach, not to have a restaurant. Well…” he said, laughing, gesturing to his restaurant around him. In 2003, Peiro bought “Richie’s” at Broad and Meadow in Richmond, and turned it into the original Emilio’s Restaurante Español. “I wanted people to know authentic food from Spain. Even if you haven’t been to Spain, you’ll know what it feels like to be there,” he said. “I like good food and good music. I love music and dancing as a Spaniard.” His menu is a testament to his authenticity, featuring a variety of classic Spanish dishes. “I only cook with extra virgin olive oil from Spain. One, because of the flavor, and two, because it is cholesterol free and is better for you,” Peiro said, speaking as an athlete. “I don’t believe in frozen things, so we make everything by the order. I have gluten free options and can make things for other dietary
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that is mesmerizing. “When you play with good people – everybody on my CD is awesome – it makes you play better. It forces you to kick it up a notch, which is kind of cool,” he said Williams on drums and percussion, Kevin Davis on percussion, Grammy nominee James Gates and Skip Gailes on saxophones, piano players Steve Kessler and Chad Gustafason, and bass players Matt Hall, Keith Horne, and Carl Lester reveal an audible tapestry that holds the listener in a long, comforting embrace. For example, Williams on the drums emphasizes, but PHOTO BY ELIZABETH FARINA doesn’t overwhelm, the Patrons enjoy a late August evening on the patio at Emilio's Woodlake location. exchange between Gustafson on piano and Lester on bass restrictions.” People are very loyal to me,” Despite this, he will be travel- in the song titled “Fragile.” Although all of his dishes Peiro said. “And now every- ing to Spain in September to “It does have a flow to are Spanish influenced, the body knows everybody.” visit family and compete in it. It took me a long time typical Mediterranean cuiPeiro attributes his sucthe International Paella Con- to organize the order of the sine is always present. This cess to good food and a fun test. The invite-only contest tunes,” he said. includes lots of vegetables atmosphere. Each night of is held in Peiro’s hometown, Where most CD tracks and fish, evident in the types the week, Emilio’s offers a and this will be the first time have a brief silent pause of tapas and paella he serves. special or live entertainment. a hometown boy will be between songs, Williams Emilio’s authenticity was a Friday evenings feature competing. While abroad, inserts transitional drum big hit among dinners in the a flamenco guitarist, and Peiro will also be participat- and percussion sets that Fan; so by July 2006, Peiro Saturdays feature local live ing in a nationally televised are more than “small talk” opened a second location in bands. Wednesdays are “Date cooking show. rhythm. “Putting that wacky Woodlake. Nights,” where a couple can Emilio’s Woodlake locadrum stuff in between it, it “I’ve been here [at Wood- share a full meal and a bottle tion is open Monday through makes it totally different than lake] for four and a half of wine for $50. Saturday for lunch and anything you’ve ever heard. It years. I came here because I Between coaching and dinner, 11:30 a.m. – 10 p.m. kind of cleans the slate before wanted to be the local family playing soccer and opening and Sunday for dinner, 5 – 10 you get to the next tune,” restaurant, because there are a third restaurant in Short p.m. It is located at 7016 Williams said. “It’s like a little mostly chains around here. Pump, Peiro is staying busy. Woodlake Commons Loop. intermission.” Kip Williams with BopNation featuring Skip Gailes, Wade Short and Mike Ess, The Chesterfield County Department of by visiting six historic sites. The tour leaves will be playing tonight Parks and Recreation is offering an “Explore from the Chesterfield County Museum, 6813 (Thurs., Aug. 26) at the AshChesterfield” Girl Scout Badge Workshop Mimms Loop. land Coffee & Tea, located (course 20226), Saturday, Aug. 28, 10 a.m.-2 Preregistration is required. The workshop at 100 N. Railroad Ave., at p.m. This workshop is designed for Girl costs $10 per scout; parents and chaperones 8 p.m. Tickets for the show Scouts of all ages in support of fulfilling their are free. For more information, call (804) are $8. badge requirements. Workshop participants 748-1613. To register, call (804) 751-4946. The “Time” CD is availwill explore the rich history of Chesterfield able locally at BK Music, Plan - Courtesy of Chesterfield County 9 Music, Richmond Music Center, Just Drums, and online at iTunes, CD Baby, The benefits of joining the Discover ChesThe club meets for walks at 9 a.m. on the Amazon, Rhapsody, and Wilterfield Walking Club are twofold: walkers get first Tuesday of each month. Walks are free liams’ website, kipwilliams. plenty of exercise and they get to experience and led by a Chesterfield County Departnet. a new Chesterfield County park! ment of Parks and Recreation staff member.
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THE WORLD FROM MY VIEW THE 45TH CLASS REUNION Okay, the question is: “Do you go or not go?” My 45th High School reunion was held this past weekend in Huntington, W.Va. It had been in the planning stage for the last five or six months so the date was not a surprise. The only other high school reunion that I have been to was the 20th. Somewhere along the way, during about 8 address changes, I got lost in the system. I could think of many reasons not to go and many reasons to go. As far as not going: • It was a six hour drive one way; • I needed a hotel room for two nights; • There were other things going on in my life and that of my wife that needed to be done; • Will my wife have a good time; really, should she even go? • Am I going to know or remember anyone? • Will they remember me? • Will the normal cliques show up that happen in any group of a graduating class of 550? • Etc.?
On the side of going: • The first night’s gathering was going to be held at a location in which my deceased father had his business, so that would be a good reunion in and of itself; • What other opportunity would there be to relive old experiences with people I grew up with from kindergarten to high school? • Having made the effort to be found, how could I now not go? • Maybe some close friends from that part of my life would be there. So, it was time to “fish or cut bait,” so to speak. Just send in the money, block off the weekend and go! That was it. Go and have a good time and see what happens. What I can tell you is that all my positive expectations were exceeded and none of the negative ones materialized! I had a wonderful time. I have never hugged so many women in two nights in my whole life! I even hugged some of the guys! We were able to go back in time and relive old experiences and happenings.
It was so great to find out what happened to people after high school, learn about their kids, their careers, and their travels in life. Everyone was so nice to everyone. There didn’t seem to be any exclusionary activity going on. My wife, bless her heart, was a good sport about going; she even found a person that she went to high school with (the wife of one of my buddies). I think she had a good time, given the circumstances. The organizers out-did themselves with the logistics, food, and handout booklet. About the only problem was trying to hear what someone was saying, given that the music was kind of loud. Am I glad to have made the effort to go? Absolutely, no question about it! Will I go to the 50th high school reunion? Absolutely, no question about it! If you get the opportunity to go to your high school reunion, you should give it a shot. You might be glad you did! Submitted by Ray Nasser of Midlothian
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The look on the gentleman’s face when I told him I would be unable to accept his invitation because I would be attending a funeral at the end of the month was priceless. I’m certain that he was wondering how in the world I was capable of having a death scheduled so far in advance. Well, it wasn’t a planned demise, but it was expected when my “guess-my-age” grandmother, Bernadette (a.k.a. Bernie), died peacefully, with her daughter and my mom, Joanne, at her side during our blizzards in February. Bernie wasn’t your typical grandmother. First, she’d never tell you the truth about her age. It wasn’t because of vanity, but more the fact that she was the youngest of 12. She was tough, brutally honest and a bit of a softie for a select few in her life. She grew up to marry a railroad man named Vincent and the couple would have six children – four daughters and two sons – over a span of 18 years. The oldest would graduate high school as the youngest would be welcomed into the world. The oldest would marry an Italian, whose saving graces were a college degree in Chemistry and a great sense of humor, while the youngest made an unusual path to California during the 1960s. No, the McCarthy children were not your stereotypical brood. Life would go on. More weddings would occur. Grandbabies would arrive the old-fashioned way or via Catholic Charities (well, all babies at the time arrived the old-fashioned way, but that’s a different topic altogether.) Through it all, Grandma Bernie was a vibrant constant who was full of surprises. And then, in the last two years, she gave up on life. She gave up on all of it. So, the grandkids gently coaxed her to participate in our lives, but we knew it wouldn’t last. We knew we each had to say our final ‘goodbye’ on the last visit to New York. When she took a turn for the worse, we all started to keep an eye on the next blizzard moving across the country and wondered how it would be to travel in a February white-out. At least the destination was to be Buffalo and at least they know how to handle buckets of snow. And then, we heard the most unexpected news when we were informed of our grandmother’s death. One of Grandma Bernie’s final wishes was that her body be donated to science, so others would be able to learn. It was another surprise from beyond that Grandma Bernie would make such arrangements nearly a decade before her death. So, the funeral would wait. The family would wait. Then a FedEx package containing the ashes arrived one summer afternoon at an aunt’s house. And the funeral, well, it gets penciled in at the end of the month. As morbid and callous as this may have sounded, it’s truly been an incredible blessing to have had the time to remember Grandma Bernie rather than the rushed affair of handshakes, hugs, casseroles and Kleenexes. It’s been an opportunity to reflect on the good life of a woman who cared deeply for her family. It’s been so different and vibrant – so very Grandma Bernie.
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Jennifer Matthews received a certificate of appreciation from Chesterfield County Public Safety officials Curt M. Nellis, Chesterfield Emergency Management Coordinator, left, and Chesterfield Fire Chief Loy Senter, Jr. on Thursday, Aug. 19
Chesterfield County Police Chief Thierry Dupuis and Fire Chief Loy Jennifer Matthews of Henrico folSenter presented Matthews with a cerlowed her gut instincts when she heard tificate of appreciation for her actions the weather announcement that a torthat evening. “Central Virginia doesn’t nado warning had been issued on the usually get tornadoes, but that doesn’t evening on Thursday, Aug. 5. The evemean we get complacent,” said Fire ning manager at Regal Commonwealth Chief Loy Senter. 20, located at 5001 Commonwealth Senter explained that Matthews’ Center Parkway in Midlothian, made a proactive decision to move the patrons quick decision to evacuate movie-gofrom the twenty theaters into the center ers from the auditoriums into the main of the building had increased their hallway of the complex. probability for survival, had a tornado Theater patrons that evening were hit the structure. “It would have been offered a refund. Although it was devastating,” he said. “We applaud reported that a number of customers Miss Matthews, even though it wasn’t a complained, Matthews recalled that a popular decision.” few patrons were grateful for her acThe fire chief also explained that tions. “It was nice to hear that I thought there are a number of resources availabout the customers,” she said. able for crisis guidance from Virginia
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prefer to think of them as ‘collection galleries.’� The new wing has brought enhancements to the work environments of some museum staff as well. “I came out of a cave with bars on the windows,� said Nyerges of the original 1936 director’s office that he formerly occupied. “It was like being in a prison.� Visit the new fourth-level office space, and you will be greeted with wide, spacious hallways, modern fixtures and furniture, and large windows. Those windows, however, have created a challenge. “The office spaces are the only spaces in the museum not designed with the art in mind,� said Nyerges. Due to the windows, the offices are exposed to intense light. Nyerges noted that the museum staff is still deciding what sort of art will be displayed on the sun-drenched walls. The museum also used the expansion and reopening to refine some of its procedures, such as security. Moving the security force to an inhouse operation allowed the museum to move from the traditional unformed officers standing guard to more casually attired “museum associates� who mingle with the visitors and provide directions and guidance while ensuring the security of the
art. According to Nyerges, this concept is a relatively new one. “Many museums do not have very forward-thinking security,� he said. Gradually, the trend for more personable security staff is being more widely adopted. Although the museum has a number of paid staff, it cannot function without its large volunteer base, drawn from the City of Richmond and surrounding areas. “We can’t do it without volunteers,� Nyerges said. Volunteer positions range from docents, who lead tours through the museum, to The Council of VMFA, which organizes fundraising events as well as provides staff for the museum gift shop. Ten percent of active Council members, as well as over 20 docents, live in the Midlothian area. The museum also has multiple internships available to students, even in fields reaching beyond art, such as marketing and communications. This substantial volunteer base is a large part in enabling the museum to be free to the public. The museum is also supported by its membership, which has doubled since November, reaching 17,000. The museum’s current goal is 25,000 members. What is striking about a visit to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is the atten-
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tion to details that might otherwise be overlooked. The Best CafĂŠ, for example, presents food arranged far more elegantly than one might expect for casual dining. “We’re an art museum,â€? said Nyerges. “Everything has to meet a very high standard.â€? Most visitors will find that the museum has something of interest to them. From Native American art to Art Deco, the museum has something for everyone. It is an encyclopedic collection. “The cornerstone is that we represent 6,000 years of history. We literally have it all,â€? Nyerges added. courtesy of Seth Harrison of Midlothian
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MONDAY, AUG. 30 The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia continues its popular “Tavern Talk� fundraising series at Howlett’s Restaurant & Tavern in Chester on Monday, Aug. 30, with candidates for the 4th and 7th Congressional seats in a “meet the candidate� forum. Presented on the last Monday of the month, “Tavern Talk� will offer patrons at Howlett’s Tavern an opportunity to meet and submit questions to influential local, state and national personalities. The event will be presented from 6:30-7:30 pm in the main dining area at Howlett’s, located at 3530 Festival Park Plaza, Chester, VA 23831. Reservations are required; please call (804)930-1034. A percentage of that day’s food sales will benefit the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia.
Richmond, Virginia is holding its 17th Annual Memorial Charity Golf Tournament on Monday at Stonehenge Golf & Country Club in Richmond. The tournament includes lunch, dinner and a cash bar, along with a raffle and silent auction. All proceeds from the event will benefit local charities: The Alexander Kalata Memorial Fund, The Bon Air Elementary PTA and the Jim Mims Foundation. Approximately 135 golfers and volunteers to attend this fundraising event. For more information on participating in the tournament or providing a sponsorship, call (804) 379-
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THURSDAY, SEPT. 16 The NAMI-CVA monthly meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m., Weinstein JCC, 5403 Monument Ave. Dr. Ananda Pandurangi, Chairman In-patient Psychiatry, VCU Medical Center, will address the subject of “Update of Schizophrenia Treatment Options.� The meeting is free and open to the public. For further information call (804) 285-1749.
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Pickleball - a great game, â&#x20AC;&#x153;relishedâ&#x20AC;? by all Woodlake residents Linda and Dave Scott are ambassadors in Chesterfield County for the new and rapidly growing sport of pickleball. The pair learned how to play the sport with an odd name at a Florida active
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30 types of animals 24 Jolly Shows Midway Rides from around Daily unlimited rides for $20 wristband the world Mon.-Thurs. $2 discount with coupon from CAMEL RIDES Uppy’s Southside Exxon or BP gas stations.
DAILY ADMISSION 2010 GRANDSTAND ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE **Cash Only** Adults $7 Seniors (60+) $4 Child (6-12) $3 Includes Grandstand Shows and Concerts
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CIRCUS AND THRILL SHOW 3 SHOWS DAILY
FRI., AUG. 27, 8 P.M. — DOOZEES ROCK & ROLL, 50s through 80s SAT., AUG. 28, 8 P.M. — KEITH HENDERSON, Elvis Tribute sponsored by 107.3 WBBT SUN., AUG. 29 — MISS CHESTERFIELD COUNTY FAIR PAGEANT, 2-4 P.M. 8 P.M. — FORT LEE ARMY BAND, Military Appreciation Day MON., AUG. 30, 8 P.M. — CASPER BAND, variety of music, 60s to now TUES., AUG. 31, 6 P.M. — GRAND PARADE WED., SEPT. 1, 8 P.M. — MICHAEL TWITTY COUNTRY MUSIC CONCERT THURS., SEPT. 2, 8 P.M. — CHRIS ADAMS BAND, pop country FRI., SEPT. 3, 7 P.M. — MUSTANG CAR CLUB PARADE 8 P.M. — SOUTHLAND BAND, country music SAT., SEPT. 4 — 8 P.M. — FLASHBACK BAND, Motown, rock & variety, sponsored by 107.3 WBBT
Free Daily Activities
Children’s Entertainment
Antique Farm Equipment Children’s Activity Tent Barrel Train Ride Exhibits/Arts & Crafts Bingo Ballon Sculptures Kountry K-9 Show Dimples & Honey-Bee Chainsaw Art Moon Ride/Pony Rides Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia
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804-768-0148
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August 25 Crazy Sale! Wednesday, Saturday, August 28 4 Days Only! Cantaloupe
Low Prices on Produce!
Each
¢
88
98
Select Varieties, 32 oz
Propel Fitness Water Select Varieties, 24 oz
General Mills Cereal
On The Border Tortilla Chips
8.9-12 oz
Select Varieties, 12.5-13 oz
$ 48
2
$ 98
1
SunnyD 64 oz
With Card
Frozen, Select Varieties, 8 oz
Marie Callender’s Pie
88¢
Select Varieties, 28-46 oz
Kroger Whipped Topping
With Card
$ 28
Items & prices good in Richmond through August 28, 2010
WED THURS 25 26
FRI 27
SAT 28
5
Select Varieties, 4-6 pk or 32 oz
$ 88
1
With Card
Everyday Unlimited
Visit our website at www.kroger.com for additional savings.
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Our Sept. 8th and Sept. 9th publications will have an early advertising deadline. Display Ads: Sept. 1st at 12pm Classified Ads: Sept. 2nd at 12pm Please call your advertising representative for more details. SERVING THE COMMUNITIES OF CHESTERFIELD COUNTY Powhatan, Virginia
BON AIR | BRANDERMILL | GENITO | MIDLOTHIAN | ROBIOUS | SALISBURY | WOODLAKE
(804) 379-6451
(804) 598-4305
With Card
up to & Including a face value of
Manufacturers
In celebration of Labor Day our office will be closed on Monday, September 6th.
(804) 746-1235
With Card
Dannon Yogurt
$ 98
With Card
Copyright 2010. Kroger Mid-Atlantic. We reserve the right to limit quantities. None sold to dealers.
(804) 746-1235
With Card
Gatorade or G2
With Card
1
¢
50
¢
See Store for details