The Alzheimer’s Association will host a caregiver support group on the third Wednesday of every month from 2-3pm at the Essex Public Library. For more information, call 1-800-272-3900 or go to alz.org/grva.
The VCU School of Nursing’s Mobile Health and Wellness Program will be offering on-site services every Thursday from 8:30am-3:30pm at the Tappahannock-Essex Volunteer Fire Department. There is no cost for this service and adults over 18 with or without insurance are welcome. For more information, call or text 389-0521.
FYI Northern Neck is a community fellowship mission of St. James Episcopal Church, Montross. On Thursday, Sept. 17th at 6:30pm you can enjoy a free lecture entitled Shipwrecks of the Potomac & Chesapeake. Steve Merritt’s presentation covers the dive scene of the 1980s and 1990s, a period when many shipwrecks were discovered and regularly explored. The lecture will feature artifacts and pictures from an earlier era when maritime disasters occurred more frequently during times of both war and peace, focusing on the human experiences of those on board.
The Tappahannock Warsaw Moose Lodge will hold a National POW-MIA Recognition Day Ceremony on Friday, September 18th beginning at 10am in the upstairs room of the lodge in Tappahannock. See the PBS Documentary “They Were Our Fathers”. All are welcome to attend.
Coan Baptist Church in Heathsville will host a bake sale fundraiser on Saturday, September 19th beginning at 8am at Allison’s Ace Hardware in Lottsburg. All proceeds go to benefit Inasmuch United Northern Neck.
The Women’s Ministry of Jerusalem Baptist Church in Hague will host a clothing giveaway on Saturday, September 19th from 8am-noon at the Church Annex in Warsaw. All items will be handed out on a first come, first serve basis.
On September 19th, CERT in partnership with American Legion Post 86 will host a Ride for CERT Motorcycle Poker Run. It starts at the Kilmarnock Town Park, with check‑in at 8:30 AM and UP STAND / Kick Down at 9:30 AM. Riders will travel a beautiful 100‑mile route through the Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula. $20 per ride and $5 per passenger. 1st Prize $500 (divided if we have more than one winner). The first 50 to sign up receive a Preparedness Kit.
The funds raised help us provide comfort kits, blankets, preparedness training, and the equipment the CERT team relies on during emergencies. Every dollar directly supports the safety and resilience of our community.
Rain date of September 26th
The CERT website is easternvacert.org
The Indian Rivers Humane Society will celebrate their 30th Anniversary on Saturday, September 19th from 10am-5pm at Wind Vineyards in Tappahannock. There will be a Kids Zone, Live Music, Vendors, a Classic Car Show, and more. You can also adopt a pet at the event. Admission is free. Cost to enter the car show is $20.
Gibeon Baptist Church in Callao will celebrate Homecoming on Sunday, September 20th beginning at 11am. The message will be given be Reverend Dr. G.C. Harbuck Jr. A luncheon will follow the service. Homecoming will continue with a Musical program at 1:30pm.
Bethlehem Baptist Church in Bruington will celebrate Homecoming on Sunday, September 20th beginning at 11am. Special guest speaker will be Reverend Michael Coleman of New Mount Zion Baptist Church. Revival will be on Tuesday, September 22nd at 7pm. For more information, call Sister Theodora Winfield at 333-5502.
Bay Aging will host a Memory Café on the 4th Wednesday of every month from 1:30-3:30pm at Java Jacks Café in Tappahannock. Memory Cafes are a place where people experiencing cognitive challenges along with caring family members, friends, and professional caregivers can find meaningful programming, friendship and acceptance. For more information, call Bay Aging at 493-0238.
The VCU School of Nursing’s Mobile Health and Wellness Program will be offering on-site services every Thursday from 8:30am-3:30pm at the Tappahannock-Essex Volunteer Fire Department. There is no cost for this service and adults over 18 with or without insurance are welcome. For more information, call or text 389-0521.
The Northumberland Public Library will host Books Alive! Featuring Mark Huffman on Friday, September 25th from 3-7pm. Learn more about Mark’s latest novel, “The Last Tide”. For more information, call 580-5051.
The VCU School of Nursing’s Mobile Health and Wellness Program will be offering on-site services every Thursday from 8:30am-3:30pm at the Tappahannock-Essex Volunteer Fire Department. There is no cost for this service and adults over 18 with or without insurance are welcome. For more information, call or text 389-0521.
The Northumberland Public Library will host their Bibliomania book club for students grades 9-12 the first Friday of every month from 3:30-5:30pm. Talk about your favorite books, what you are currently reading, and more! Coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided. For more information, call 580-5051.
