I wonder if we will ever see any of these (click here for Treehugger .com link) proposals from this wildlife crossing design contest for going over 195?
Fantastic? Maybe. In the meantime, I am wondering about the new canal bridge.
From Craigslist ad:
Made in USA, beautiful Fender Telecaster. Intended to refinish and restore and only got this far. Needs final finish, Truss Rod adjustment or possibly new neck. Everything else is good. Would consider trade type deals for tube heads.
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 EducationWhile 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
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.
Pescado’s China Street restaurant is planning ahead:
~ Pescados China Street ~ come join us for our five course New Year’s Eve dinner ~
Four Seatings 5:30 -7:30 * 7:30 – 9:30 * 9:30 – 11:30 * 11:30 – 1:30 a.m.
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$69 per person
~ wine pairing will be offered for each course at an additional price ~
Reserved Seating ~ 804.644.fish (3474)
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.
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.
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.
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.
The musical show A Chorus Line will be at the Landmark Theater this weekend.
Click here for a link to the show.
From RVANews:
Seeing it live would be one of those “Oh I think I could die right now and it’d be fine” moments.
Friday, December 3 and Saturday, December 4 (8pm; 2pm performance on Saturday)
Landmark Theatre (6 N. Laurel Street)
$40-$60
From announcement:
Fourth Precinct
.The Community Assisted Public Safety (CAPS) meeting will be held:
. Date: Thursday, January 20, 2011
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Place: Linwood Holton Elementary School
1600 W Laburnum AvenueWe will not hold a December meeting. May each of you have a blessed Holiday season.
Thank you
Jacki Page
Sr. Customer Services Representative
804-646-4150