Do Good Program aims to make an impact

LAURA MCFARLAND

Managing Editor

POWHATAN – There is no mystery behind the Do Good Program’s mission.

The goal of the program run by Passion Community Church but open to anyone in the community is quite simply to find ways to help – to do good – and fill the need.

Ever heard the expression “be the change in the world you want to see”? That is the very essence of the comprehensive outreach program PCC started redesigning after the COVID-19 pandemic, said Bryan Pope, Do Good pastor. The ministry is based on the scripture from Galatians 6:9, which says “let us not become weary in doing good.” That may take the form of disaster relief, mowing someone’s lawn, giving financial assistance, feeding first responders on duty, picking up someone’s groceries, helping with critical home repairs or any number of responses to seeing a need and trying to fill it, he said.

“That is what our mission outside of Sunday mornings looks like. What we aim to do with the Do Good Program is to mobilize our church members to show the communities around them that we love them and support them and we are here to meet tangible needs not just spiritual needs,”

Pope said. The most recent undertaking was a large food drive at the Powhatan campus benefiting the Powhatan Food Pantry, he said. The drive was started because they heard the food pantry was receiving less donations with the rising cost of groceries but having an increased number of people come in for services.

The church’s campuses serve five communities, and all of them held food drives. The one at the Powhatan campus drew 2,700 donations in a matter of weeks – numbers Pope said he hadn’t seen since the church briefly ran a food pantry of its own during the pandemic.

“I think for the first time being able to see the massive amount of food in our atrium where it was taking all the floor space – we were literally working around food – I could see already families receiving that food and I could see also the kind of joy our people were seeing around it,” he said.

The idea of doing something good for their community isn’t new as the church has been doing that for its two decades in existence, Pope said. What is changing now is the proactive approach they are taking.

“Over the past two years we have heard clearly from God we

The roughly $1 million extra requested by the school board would bring school employees up to the same rates, which the school division argued would create fair and equitable treatment across the board as well as being a recruitment and retention tool in a competitive job market.

Unlike last year, when the county and schools faced a 19.1% increase in health insurance rates, this year, they have been told there will be no increase. The school board said, and some supervisors agreed, that potentially made this a good year to make the change and that it would be fairer.

The almost three-hour meeting touched on a wide range of topics, including:

Thomas Graham Lester III

LESTER, Thomas Graham III , in his own words, “kicked the bucket” on February 28, 2023, at the age of 78. he was born on august 12 1944, to reverend Thomas Graham Lester Jr. and Jean Tyree Lester, in richmond, Virginia. Tom graduated from Powhatan high school, where he met his sweetheart Phyllis Jean Utt, whom he wed in 1966. Together they made a life in Powhatan until moving to Tampa, Florida in 2014 to join their daughters and grandchildren. Tom is predeceased by Phyllis, after celebrating 54 years of marriage. Throughout his life, Tom was an avid bowhunter, a lover of animals and a seeker of solace in nature. By the ones that loved him most, Tom was referred to as dad and Goofy. he is survived by daughters, Barri Jean Lester (cour tney hardin) and Kerry alicia Lester Paone (daniel); as well as three grandchildren, Isla Giovanina, Luke Tyree and eff y hudson Paone. he is also survived by his sister, Lynne scott Lester Bradbury (douglas); as well as various nieces and nephews. Tom attended the University of richmond and spent most of his career at Wheat First Butcher singer, where he retired as the Managing director of Information systems. In his professional and personal life, he was known for his generosity and humor. a celebration of Life for Tom will be held in the richmond area this summer.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15 community Matters is a resource for all 55 and forward interested in learning, staying active and engaging with peers. challenge and socialization are powerful benefits and crucial at any age! Multiple weekly sessions with a wide range of topics and activities are held at 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Pocahontas Landmark center, 4290 anderson hwy, in the training room of Powhatan Parks and recreation. Upcoming programs include: March 15 at 10 a.m. 4-h youth Programs. Learning all about the types of projects and programs provided for youth by the Virginia cooperative extension — and discussion on an april intergenerational interview project between community Matters and 4h. March 16 and 30 and 10 a.m. Game day Thursdays. Many games will be made available (Mahjong, Bingo, cards, Wii, cards, puzzles, rummikub, Boggle, Would you rather, Taco/cat/ Goat/cheese/Pizza, etc.) and you’re welcome to bring your own. connec t with friends, old and new, over a cup of coffee or tea and a game. Mah Jong at 1 p.m. March 17, 24 and 31 from 8 to 10 a.m. Movers and Pacers. Weekly winter walking in the gymnasium rain or shine. you’ll be in good company with others interested in staying active this winter. March 14 at 10 a.m. elder law attorney Lelia Winget-hernandez will guide us through the intricate and sensitive landscape of elder law — something multiple generations need more awareness. March 21, 28 (and april 4, 11, 18) fivepart series at 10 a.m. art exploration. Local artist and teacher holly smith leads us in learning about the stories, challenges and works of other artists. The five-part series will cover five different artists: Paul Klee, henri Matisse, romare Barden, Lee Krasner and andy Goldsworthy. Weekly we will build on what we learn with a project of our own. March 22 at 10 a.m. The humbleBee Project. Ongoing project featured monthly. no-sew anti-pill fleece blankets are created and tagged which offers opportunity to socialize while doing good for others. completed blankets are taken to children’s hospital of richmond at VcU and given to pediatric inpatients adjusting to the demands of their medical care and treatments. March 29 at 10 a.m. Mingle with Minis. We’ll be visited by miniature horses for some mingling and Q/a outside. We’ll end our time with Powhatan equine rescue League inside learning all about minis and their amazing work with them. Information on various offerings, activities and topics presented can be found on Facebook: Powhatan county reach for active services. Program is free; requires independent participation. call program coordinator Jayne Lloyd at 804-698-0438 for more information.

The Free clinic of Powhatan serves residents from Powhatan, amelia and cumberland counties as well as select chesterfield areas. services include medical, dental, counseling and women’s healthcare by appointment. eligibility requirements on website www.freeclinicofpowhatan.org/ patients. registration for new patients by appointment Mondays 5-8 p.m. or walk-in Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information or to make an appointment, call (804) 598-5637.

Powhatan county Public Library is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on saturdays. Meeting rooms are available by reservation; study rooms are available first come, first served. The library offers e-books through Overdrive and materials to borrow in person or by using Books to Go. With Books to Go, patrons may reserve print materials, dVds, and audiobooks 24/7 online at www.powhatanlibrary or by phone during open hours at 804-598-5670 and can choose to pick up their books inside on the Books to Go shelf or outside in the Books to Go lockers. Books to Go orders are held for three days after notification. The outdoor library book drop is open 24/7 for returning library items; however, patrons must return mobile hotspots to the circulation desk inside the library. The library accepts donations through the Friends of the Library. The Friends of the Library Bookstore is open during library business hours. Visit www. powhatanlibrary.net or call the library at 804-598-5670 for more details, and like the library’s Facebook page for all the latest, up-to-date library news, information and program schedules.

Powhatan county Public Library will hold a weekly story Time on Wednesdays

Elizabeth Sue Smith

SMITH, Elizabeth Sue 84, of Powhatan, passed away peacefully Thursday, March 9, 2023. she was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Jesse smith; son, richard smith; brothers, George s tickler, d avid s tickler and dewey stickler she is survived by sisters, shelva richmond (Melvin) and Georgia Plumley (Marvin); sister-in-law, shelvia nichols; daughters, Brenda smith and Becky Mcnamara (Mike); granddaughters, alicia amos (david), Melissa crane; grandson, dietrich hertel (corrina); great-grandsons, dane einar, Freyr and Magnus; and great-granddaughters, shylynn and Beauly. she also leaves behind many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and bonus grandchildren and great-grandchildren. she loved spending time with her family and enjoyed canning and preserving, gardening and sewing beautiful quilts. her loving and generous spirit will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Please see bennettbardenfh.com.

Robert A. Edwards

EDWARDS, Robert A., 93, of Powhatan, died on March 5, 2023. he is survived by his wife of 72 years, Bobbie; by his son, Bill; his sister, Joyce ammons; and by many dear relatives and treasured friends in the community. condolences can be made at bennettbardenfh.com.

at 10:30 a.m. Participants will read stories, sing songs, learn finger plays and more! story Time generally meets in front of the fireplace, and occasionally in our outdoor space. Business network International (BnI) Powhatan chapter meets virtually from 8 to 9:30 a.m. every Wednesday. Visit Www.BnIVa com for information. To register, visit https://tinyurl.com/BnIOnFire or contact executive director dawne Gulla at dawne@bniva.com or 804-690-9220 for more information.

The Woman’s club of Powhatan meets at 10 a.m. at May Memorial Baptist church, 3922 Old Buckingham road, Powhatan, from s eptember to May. There are no meetings in June, July and august. To attend a meeting, call membership chairman Kay Watson at 804-240-4896 to let her know you will be coming or just simply drop in; the welcome mat is always out. Visit the Facebook page for Woman’s club of Powhatan.

THURSDAY, MARCH 16

The Powhatan county Public schools Parent resource center and Office of Family engagement are hosting a Family resource Fair Open house from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 16 at Powhatan high school, 1800 Judes Ferry road. come visit with P c P s and Powhatan county staf f and Local Organizations and Businesses that support students and families in our community in a variety of ways! current registered Vendors include: Parent educational advocacy Training center (PeaTc), river city aBa Goochland-Powhatan community services, Powhatan yMca, Get answers now, club Z! Tutoring, PcPs — coaches, summer school, student services, transition, human resources and more, code ninjas, autism society central Va, Virginia department of education, Va down syndrome association, VcU-autism center for education, comfort Zone camp, Fast Feet sports academy, autastic avenues, compass Behavioral solutions, Medical home Plus, The Grit and Grace Way, Va Poison center at VcU health, Powhatan county –social services, Free clinic extension Office, health department, Powhatan Library, sheriff’s Office, and Parks and recreation.

The Powhatan Food Pantry is open from 10 a.m. to noon on Thursdays, saturdays and Tuesdays at 2500 Batterson road. contact the pantry at 804-372-9526 or powhatanvafoodpantry@gmail.com.

Just Kids, an affordable clothing shop selling gently used children’s clothes, sizes newborn to 8 plus, and warm coats, is open. The store is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and saturdays. The shop is located in the Memorial Baptist church youth house, 3926 Old Buckingham road. Just Kids is a ministry of May Memorial Baptist church. clothes cost $2 per bag. a called to care Meeting will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays of each month at Powhatan United Methodist church. This organization offers both support to persons who have health issues and those who are caring for persons with health issues. The meetings may include guest speakers on a myriad of topics related to aging and good health. Guest speakers have included a nurse practitioner, neurologist, nutritionist, physical therapist and many more. all are welcome to attend. This group is facilitated by Judy cain-Oliver, licensed clinical psychologist. extension specialists and industry experts share timely topics for farmers in the Virginia cooperative extension ag Today, held virtually at 9 a.m. every Thursday. These updates are relevant and brief and are recorded for folks who can’t join on that day and time. Podcasts (audio only) are posted on Westmoreland Vce webpage and youTube video recordings can be found at https://www.youtube.com/ playlist?list=PL7_2QUVzrPXdpysV2hy11ch8KBrluifyO. contact stephanie romelczyk (sromelcz@vt.edu) for information on joining the meeting live. Watched or listened to Vce aG Today? Let us know how we are doing! Find our survey here: https://vce.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/ sV_6fiyBb914ayrdn7 a free caregiver support group sponsored by Powhatan United Methodist church and Powhatan Family counseling will be held at 11:30 a.m. on the first and third Thursday of the month at the church, 2253 rosson road. It is an open group for anyone who has family or friends dealing with chronic mental health or physical illness. some meetings will have a special guest speaker. The group is facilitated by dr.

Judith cain-Oliver, licensed clinical psychologist. contact dr. Oliver at 804-598-9577

Mark your calendars for the next Powhatan civil War roundtable meeting at 6:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at the county seat restaurant. The speaker will be sarah Bierle and she will be speaking on the subject of “John Pelham’s Fall and the rise of a confederate Legend.” dinner will be included with a fee of $20 for members and $24 for non-members. To reserve space, contact Pat Whitmer at 240-298-0141 or patwhitmer77@ gmail.com. Visit www.powhatancwrt.com.

The Powhatan chapter of the naacP meets at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month in the training room of the Powhatan african american cultural arts Museum, 4290 anderson highway (inside the gym of the Pocahontas Landmark center). all are welcome. For more information, contact Gail hairston at 804-598-3435 or powhatannaacp@gmail.com. The original Powhatan aa meets from 7 to 8 p.m. every Thursday in the Powhatan Village Building.

The Powhatan rotar y c lub meets at 7:30 a.m. every Thursday at the county seat restaurant. The Powhatan ruritan club will meet at 6:30 p.m. at rosa’s Pizza and Italian eatery in Flat rock dinner will be served followed by a program and a brief meeting. They are a community service organization dedicated to our county. all are welcome. For more information call Jake Berman at 804-651-4503.

The Powhatan chamber of commerce luncheon will be held at noon at county seat restaurant. Visit www.powhatanchamber.org.

FRIDAY, MARCH 17 st. John neumann Friday fish fry will be held every Friday during Lent from 5 to 7 p.m. at the church. It’s buffet style with fried and baked fish, mac n cheese, fries, seafood salad, and a lot more plus a variety of desserts all for $15 for adults, and $7 for children 6-12 years old. you can also get your meal to go. The majority of proceeds from the dinner are used for Powhatan charities to help local residents. Powhatan county Parks and recreation will hold a Leprechaun scavenger hunt from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 17 on the Library Trail at Fighting creek Park. Families are invited to follow the written clues along the trail to the pot of gold. Once found, the gold coin can be exchanged at the Powhatan county Public Library or elizabeth randolph Lewis Powhatan yMca for a prize.

SATURDAY, MARCH 18 habitat For humanity — Powhatan depends on volunteers and donors. habitat is blessed with the community’s helpful and generous participation. The habitat restore at 1922 Urbine road will be open every saturday, come november 2022, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The office is located upstairs at the habitat restore and the office number is 804-594-7009, ext. 2. call and volunteer. help us at the restore, perform critical repairs and/or with our upcoming builds.

Powhatan county Public Library has an action-packed spring program lineup for 2023. PcPL is proud to be partnering with the Powhatan-Goochland county Master Gardener association to bring two workshops this season! Master Gardener christy Jones will be at the library for the Bokashi composting workshop. she’ll teach participants how to turn kitchen waste, including meat, into compost in just four weeks! The workshop will begin March 18 at 10:30 a.m. registration preferred but not required. For details, contact Powhatan county Public Library at 804-598-5670 or library@powhatanlibrary.net. an art show and sale sponsored by the Bon air artists association to benefit The children’s hospital of richmond at VcU will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. saturday, March 18 at Independence Golf club, 600 Founders Bridge Boulevard, Midlothian. The cost is $35 per person for a fabulous reception featuring champagne, incredible appetizers, music and about 50 well-known artists.

Powhatan aa meets at 8 p.m. every saturday at Manakin episcopal church on huguenot Trail. The c hristian Motorcyclists association Powhatan chapter Living Wheels will meet at 6 p.m. at company 4 Fire station at the intersection of route 711 and Judes Ferry road. Find out what they have been doing, and where their next ride or event will be. For more information call Tom Barnes at 804-690-4884 or Mark Lewis at 804-432-1831.

Richard Lee White

WHITE, Mr. Richard Lee, born april 13, 1936, of cumberland, Va., formerly of Powhatan, Va., passed away at home on March 9, 2023. he was predeceased by his wife, ann P. White; and his parents, Tommie and ada White. he is survived by his daughters, Patricia Lattimer (Phil) and christy noechel; four granddaughters and 15 great-grandchildren. a 1955 graduate of Powhatan high school, richard was an athlete and participated in numerous sports while in school. he was a lifelong member of red Lane Baptist church where he held many positions through the years, sunday school teacher, deacon, cook and cemetery grounds keeper. his church and faith were paramount during his life. richard worked a variety of jobs during his life, but found cooking the most rewarding. his enjoyment of meal preparation began when he joined the Virginia army national Guard and cooked for the members of company a 276th engineer Battalion for thirty years. he was very proud of his service for his country. richard will be remembered by his family as a kind, giving human being with a playful personality. a memorial service will be held at red Lane Baptist church at a later date.

Powhatan Today Rack Locations

Shell Station 1300 Anderson Highway, 23139 Powhatan Library

2270 Mann Road, 23139 RHB Insurance 3829 Old Buckingham Road, 23139

SUNDAY, MARCH 19 an art show and sale sponsored by the Bon air artists association to benefit The children’s hospital of richmond at VcU will be held from noon to 5 p.m. sunday, March 19 at Independence Golf club, 600 Founders Bridge Boulevard, Midlothian. Free admission to view about 50 wellknown artists. MONDAY, MARCH 20 a P owhatan h o pe n a rcotics a n onymous (na) meeting will be held from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. every Monday at Pcc church, 4480 anderson highway, Powhatan, room 102. It is an open discussion meeting. Wheelchair accessible.

The coalition of Powhatan c hurches meets at 5:30 p.m. on the third Monday of the month at May Memorial Baptist church.

The coalition lends hands and hear ts to people in need in the Powhatan community. all are welcome to the meetings. For more information, call 804-598-2454.

TUESDAY, MARCH 21 aa meets at 8 p.m. every Tuesday at st Luke’s episcopal church on huguenot Trail.

The Beef c attle Production 360 discussion Group typically meets at 6 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month. new members are always welcome to join if you are a seasoned beef cattle producer or just getting started. The group typically starts with a pot luck meal and are held mostly in-person on farms or at the Goochland or Powhatan extension Offices. For more information, contact rachel henley at 804598-5640 or rachelhenley@vt.edu.

The new Bridge of reason aa meeting is held at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Powhatan Mennonite church, 3549 Old Buckingham road, Powhatan. It is an open, decision and literature meeting for Powhatan, Goochland, and cumberland counties.

The Powhatan Junior Woman’s c lub meets at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of every month from september to May. The nonprofit volunteer organization is open to women over the age of 18. The club promotes friendship, community service and leadership. For information about the club, meeting locations or becoming a member, call Joy Matkowsky at 804-492-3038.

UPCOMING scout Troop 3029 is helping the huguenot Volunteer Fire department achieve a long-held goal of building a memorial to honor the victims of the terrorist attacks of sept. 11, 2001 at the station. The Girl scouts are selling 411 bricks inscribed with the name, rank and company of a firefighter, law enforcement officer or paramedic killed during the attacks. a donation of $23 will cover the cost of one inscribed brick in honor of a first responder. To purchase a brick, visit www.bricksrus.com/donorsite/memorial911. checks payable to Troop 3029 may also be mailed to Laura Baltz at 1510 holly hills road, Powhatan, Va 23139. For more information, contact Baltz at 804-467-4313 or Ljbal65@aol.com. aarP Tax-aide volunteers will be offering free tax return preparation again this year at the Powhatan county Public Library. due to cOVId-19 restrictions last year, volunteers were only able to provide drop-off services for most of the season. however, this year, the plan is to return to face-to-face appointments. Tax preparation appointments can be made online through a link on the Powhatan Library website. To better manage appointments, volunteers will only be opening a few appointment days at a time. additional appointment times will be added as earlier times are filled. Make an appointment only once you have received all your tax documents. When you come to your appointment, bring the following items: prior year tax return; social security cards for everyone on the tax return and drivers photo Id to confirm your identity; all your tax documents; and copy of a voided check for direct deposit of any tax refund. Free tax return preparation appointments will be in the large conference room of the Powhatan Library between 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Powhatan county Public schools kindergarten and preschool registration for the 2023-2024 school year is nOW! It is important to get your child screened and on the rosters as soon as possible. check the Powhatan county Public schools website, http://www.powhatan.k12.va.us, for information or contact your local school with kindergarten registration or preschool application questions.

The Powhatan county Public schools youth art Month exhibition will be on display at the Pocahontas Landmark center through april 28 during regular business hours.

Community Driving School 3229 Anderson Highway, 23139 Goodwill 1885 Stavemill Crossing Lane, 23139 every Wednesday and Friday through Friday, april 14, 2023. Lonesome dove equestrian center, which is located at 6137 Old Buckingham road, provides year-round therapeutic horseback riding exclusively for veterans with special needs and disabilities. Focusing on veterans in central Virginia, the goal of this program is to improve the quality of life for the participants through activities that are positive to their cognitive, physical, emotional and social well-being. as of Jan. 1, 2021, the program is also welcoming first responders to come ride with the program. From January through March, volunteers are asked to arrive at 10 a.m. and the riding sessions begin at 11 a.m. Upcoming dates are: March 22.

From april through september, volunteers are asked to arrive at 9 a.m. and the riding sessions begin at 10 a.m. Upcoming dates are: april 4, 18 and 26; May 2, 16 and 24; June 6, 20 and 28; July 11, 18 and 26; aug. 1, 15 and 23; sept. 12, 19 and 27. From October through november, volunteers are asked to arrive at 10 a.m. and the riding sessions begin at 11 a.m. Upcoming dates are: Oct. 3, 17 and 25; nov. 7, 14 and 29. There are no sessions in december. Ldec is able to provide a variety of services to the veterans because of dedicated volunteers. Those who would like to help and have fun at the same time are asked to consider becoming a member of one of these teams. For more information about Lonesome dove, visit http://ldequestrian. com/ or contact 804-356-6327.

Think you have the best chili recipe?

Put it to the test and sign-up for the Village heroes 9/11 Memorial chili cook-Off! ⁠The event will be held March 25 at Ferguson 1895 s creek One. cooks can set up at 9 a.m. and the event will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (or until chili runs out). Up to 15 chili entries will be accepted and space is running out. competition par ticipants are asked to pay a $25 entry donation for the chance to win a $1,000 cash prize. More interested in eating than cooking chili? entry tickets are $10 per person. Buy a ticket now or at the door. To buy tickets, Venmo: Baylee-nunnally ⁠or pay cash, dropping off and picking up tickets at Village concepts realty Group, 2603 anderson hwy, Powhatan. What your ticket gets you: ⁠one 1 voting ticket for your favorite chili, a sample of each chili (15 contestants)⁠, a drink and cornbread, and admission to see fire department demonstrations. There will also be a Kids section and raffles. ⁠all ticket sales, slot sales and money donated will go directly to company 2 huguenot Volunteer Fire department for the construction of the 9/11 Memorial Project! View details on their FB page! For more information, contact Baylee nunnally at 804-356-4220. Powhatan state Park has planned a series of monthly ranger Led hikes to explore the park throughout 2023. each month, park visitors can join in a hike on a different trail in the park and learn about local history and wildlife. all hikes begin at 10 a.m. registration is required and limited to nine hikers per trip. email Powhatan@dcr.virginia.gov with the subject line “hiking series” including the desired date/hike to reserve your spot. Upcoming events are: March 25: cabin Trail/ Big Woods Trail, meet at the playground area; april 29: Pine Trail, meet at yates Parking area; May 27: coyote run Trail, meet at equestrian Lot; June 24: river, Gold dust and Turkey Trail, meet at equestrian Lot; July 29: cabin Trail/Big Woods Trail, meet at the playground area; aug. 26: Pine Trail, meet at yates Parking area; sept. 30: coyote run Trail, meet at equestrian Lot; Oct. 28: river, Gold dust and Turkey Trail, meet at equestrian Lot; nov. 25: cabin Trail/Big Woods Trail, meet at the playground area; and dec. 30: Pine Trail, meet at yates Parking area. Wear comfortable, closed-toed shoes and bring plenty of water. children are welcome but be aware that some hikes may exceed 4 miles and require navigating uneven terrain in all weather conditions. set sail with 4-h as it kicks off the 2023 season with the Powhatan 4-h sailing club at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 28. This will be an informational meeting for youth and parents to gain an understanding of what to expect from joining this new club and ask questions. youth par ticipants will learn to sail by Uss sailing certified instructors, as well as gain many life skills. The sailing club is open to all youth ages 10 — 18. To register to attend, email cathy howland at chowland@vt.edu.

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