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‘Wreaths Across America’ To Stop At Va. War Memorial

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City press release:

Richmond to receive wreath from Wreaths Across America on behalf of departed U.S. Military Veterans

Delivered by convoy of 200 motorcycle riders, which will include Virginia State Police and Richmond Police Department Motorcycle Squad

WHAT The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District, is scheduled to accept a wreath on behalf of Richmond citizens from Wreaths Across America, honoring the service of departed United States of America Military Veterans.

Part of a national tribute sponsored by the Worchester Wreath Company (Harrington, Maine) and its Wreaths Across America initiative, wreaths will be placed on the graves of departed U. S. Military Service Veterans and at other official memorials, locations and sites nationally and worldwide.

The day’s events in Richmond include a motor convoy comprised of an estimated 200 motorcycle riders, which will include the Virginia State Police and Richmond Police Department Motorcycle Squad. An 18-wheel truck will be carrying wreaths.

This day will begin at 9:00 a.m. with a ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia and proceed with wreaths being placed nationally and worldwide at official sites and cemeteries.

Official worldwide ceremonies will begin simultaneously at Noon, Eastern Standard Time, 1700 Zulu.

WHEN APPROXIMATE SCHEUDLE – Saturday, December 11, 2010

9:00 a.m. Convoy will muster at Cox Transportation (1044 Dow Gil Road, Ashland, Virginia). Convoy will include an 18-wheel truck, Virginia State Police and Richmond Police Department Motorcycle Squad and up to 200 motorcycle riders.

10:00 a.m. Convoy departs Ashland, Virginia (Traveling I-95 South).
Route in Richmond includes Richmond Diamond, Virginia War Memorial for presentation; Virginia Capitol Square; Richmond
City Hall for Presentation; and, then to Richmond National Cemetery.

10:45 a.m. Branch of convoy proceeds to Richmond City Hall (900 E. Broad Street) 9th Street Entrance – to present wreath

Noon Ceremony at Richmond National Cemetery (1701 Williamsburg Road, Richmond, Virginia)

WHERE Richmond City Hall, 9th Street Entrance (900 E. Broad Street)

WHO The Honorable Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman, Richmond City Council, Southside 8th District

CONTACT For more information, please contact Rev. Rocky Angone, at 804.586.5060 (tel); or rjangone@yahoo.com (email) Wreaths Across America,

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IHOP Coming to Area

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VCU’s Commonwealth Times has an article this week that says that an IHOP restaurant is coming to the corner of Laurel and Grace Streets.

From the article:

ARAMARK, VCU’s food service provider, has partnered with IHOP in a move to bring all-day breakfast to the Monroe Park campus.
The location will be part of a retail space in the new Laurel and Grace parking deck, which is currently under construction and set to open August 2011.
Two other food sellers – providing chicken, salads and wraps – are also opening alongside the IHOP.
“It’s going to be slightly like a food court, but a little more glorified,” Tamara Highsmith of VCU Dining Services said. “I would call it a robust menu that should appeal to a lot of people.”
IHOP will be an express location: a counter-service restaurant with no sit-down dining and a non-traditional menu. VCU’s Student Government Association expressed concern about the lack of a dine-in area but, according to Highsmith, the speed of service necessitates counter service.
The three new eateries are a result of Dining Service’s annual review.
Approximately 1,200 students responded to a survey regarding what foods they would like to see on campus; a diner-type concept that provides breakfast, a health food option and a chicken retailer were in the top five requests.
“We really wanted to add to the variety with the shops along Broad Street,” said Highsmith. “A diner concept isn’t something currently available so we’re really excited to not just create another semi-Chipotle or something like that. This is definitely something that is not available to them.”
Despite rumors of a 24-hour schedule, IHOP will close at 11:30 p.m.. The hours of operation may expand based on demand.

Click here for a link to the IHOP chain’s national website.

Charter Schools Forum To Feature Henderson

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From announcement:

Charter Schools in Virginia: Panel Discussion and Public Forum
Thursday, December 9th, 6pm to 8pm
VCU student Commons 907 Floyd Avenue Richmond Salon I
Sponsored by Teachers for Social Justice in conjunction with Richmond REA and VCU’s Department of Foundations of Education

While at both the national and state level the charter school movement is gaining momentum, there is heated debate about the effectiveness of charter schools and the long term impact of this reform movement on public education. The goal of this forum is to bring together a panel of speakers representing a diversity of well-informed perspectives on this issue to present their views, engage in a productive dialogue, and answer questions from the public. The hope is that this forum leads to a better understanding of the careful steps we must take as we move forward to improve the quality of education in our state.

Confirmed Panelists
Kitty Boitnott, president of the Virginia Education Association
Senator Henry Marsh, representing Virginia’s 16th district
Maurice Henderson, 5th District Richmond School Board Representative
Jesse Senechal, Teachers for Social Justice
A representative of Patrick Henry Charter School

Death in Civil War-Era Oregon Hill

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From the Daily Dispatch, Dec. 5, 1860:

On the 4th instant, at his residence, on Oregon Hill, at 2 o’clock, of pneumonia. George W. Adams, aged 25 years, 9 months and 8 days.

His friends and acquaintances are respectfully invited to attend his funeral from the Oregon Hill Baptist Chapel, this (Wednesday) evening, at 3½ o’clock without further notice.

Columbus (Ga.) papers please copy

Thanks to the University of Richmond Civil War-Era Richmond online resource, and A.R. Goodwin for leading me to it. I will try to find some more history items on there.

VCU Desks

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From announcement:

Virginia Commonwealth University has 1,000 student desks that are available for use by schools, nonprofits or faith-based organizations. The desks need to be picked up from the VCU Monroe Park Campus between December 21 and 23. To inquire about the desks and to make arrangements for pick-up, please contact Mr. Jerry Ware via email jmware@vcu.edu or call 400-4841. VCU requests that a note of thanks be sent to Mr. Ware with a description of how the desks will be used.

Oregon Hill Items Make Good Gifts For The Holidays

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SynerGeo is selling postcards that feature photos of Oregon Hill in different seasons. All profits benefit SynerGeo, Oregon Hill’s organization that brings free and low-cost art programs and activities to area children.

Click here for details.

That reminds me…

There is an online, print-on-demand store for OregonHill.net items- meaning that they feature the logo typeface of this site. Proceeds go to me but I can promise a good portion of them will be passed on to OHNA, OHHIC, and/or WBCH, (depending on if I get any). I tried to push t-shirts last year with no effect, but there are plenty of other items available. Click here for the Zazzle store.

Keep The Wreath Green

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From bulletin:

The Richmond Department of Fire and Emergency Services is once again conducting the “Keep the Wreath Green” program. Each Richmond fire station has placed a wreath lit With green bulbs in front of their fire station. If there are no structure fires in that fire district during the holiday season, the wreath will remain green. If a structure fire does occur, then one of the green bulbs will be replaced with a red bulb. By simply looking at the wreath, everyone will know how successful the community has been at being fire safe. While the fire department is anticipating a successful program, we are asking the public to remain diligent.

The significance of this year’s program is the department has seen a sharp rise in structure fires over last year. Fire Marshal David Creasy says it is not uncommon to see an upswing in fire calls during this time. Heating related fires usually increase in the fall however the recent increase is not associated with just those types of calls. “The causes have been varied” says a concerned Fire Marshal Creasy. “It shows that the public needs to be more vigilant with all types of fire causes. I would encourage that everyone take a few minutes to conduct a home safety survey of their home. An easy to follow guideline is available on the department’s website (www.rfdva.com) or give us a call on the Richmond Fire Safety Hotline (1-888-537-5967) and we will schedule a fire company to come to your house and conduct the survey with you” says Creasy.