Coming events

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Published: August 14, 2008

V.F.W. BINGO
Gordonsville V.F.W. bingo every Thursday (Aug. 14) beginning at 7 p.m. The jackpot is $1,000 and the progressive game is $3,000.

V.F.W. POST 2217 TO MEET
The Orange V.F.W. Post #2217 regular meeting will be held Thursday, Aug. 14 at 7 p.m. at the post home on Brick Church Road.

1968 OCHS REUNION MEETING
There will be an Orange County High School 1968 Class Reunion committee meeting Thursday, Aug. 14 at the home of Richard Newman in Orange at 7 p.m.; call 540-672-3915 for directions. For additional information contact Julie Yowell at (540) 229-8076 or Steve Sedwick at (540) 672-2104 or email to . The 40th class reunion is scheduled for Oct. 10-11. Classmates wanted.

OPEN HOUSE
Come one come all to a John McCain for President Open House Thursday, Aug. 14 from 7-8:30 p.m. at 7329 Rapidan Road. Join the team, learn the latest buzz, share your views, pick-up campaign materials and organize for Election Day as one of the nationwide open house events being held on the same day and time in honor of Cindy and John McCain, the next President of the United States. Make it happen! Questions, call Virginia Derby Jordan, 540-672-1345.

GREENE COUNTY FAIR
The Greene County Fair continues Aug. 14-16, Rt. 230, Stanardsville. There are rides, games, food, bluegrass music, animals and something for everyone.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES/MOVIE NIGHT
Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, 629 Lahore Road, Orange, (Rev. Harold Arrington, minister) will be giving away school supplies Friday, Aug. 15 at 6:30 p.m. at the church. A movie will also be shown; come one, come all, free supplies, movie, popcorn and drinks.

VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE
The Lake of the Woods Democratic Women’s Club will be conducting a non-partisan voter registration drive every Friday (Aug. 15, 22 and 29) during the month of August from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you are new to the area, or if you are not currently registered to vote, please stop by to ensure that one of your most treasured rights as an American, the right to vote for your elected officials and have a voice in your government, is secured. This is a non-partisan event and is open to everyone.

BLUEGRASS/GOSPEL MUSIC
Friday, Aug. 15 from 7-10 p.m. the public is invited to enjoy an evening of bluegrass and gospel music at the clubhouse next to Waugh’s off Route 20, Orange. Come for the fun and music or bring your bluegrass instruments and play; open to all individuals and groups. Call Pete (854-7468) to schedule your group to play. Contributions go to area children groups; sponsored by Waugh Enterprises.

BLOOD DRIVE
Partners First Federal Credit Union (across from KFC on Madison Road, Rt. 15, Orange) will have a summer blood drive in honor of Stevean Irving. Virginia Blood Services is facilitating the drive on Friday, Aug. 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the bloodmobile. To signup for a specific time, go to http://www.vadonor.com and use the sponsor code “partners.“ Walk-ins are also welcome. Donors will be given the next available slot or a later one of their choice. The blood supply is low during the summer; you are needed - please help!

ORANGE BRIDGES RAFFLE
Friday, Aug. 15 Orange Bridges Recycling will have a bake sale and will be selling 50/50 raffle tickets at CVS in Orange from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come to the bake sale and learn more about our new aluminum can recycling program; have a treat and try your luck at the 50/50 raffle. Tickets are $1 each and will be sold until Sept. 30.

MOOSE LODGE #2198
Orange County Moose Lodge #2198, 16706 Mountain Track Road, is hosting a dance Saturday, Aug. 16 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. with music provided by Spell Bound Band for members and their guests only; $20 couple and $10 single. Dinner menu only; come and enjoy.

V.F.W. POST 7638 DANCE
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7638, 10271 Gordon Ave., Gordonsville, Ron Beaudet Cmdr., presents IIXO Second Time Around, Southern Rock/Country, Saturday, Aug. 16 from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Open to the public, BYOB, coolers welcome.
BELMONT HORSE SHOW
Saturday, Aug. 16 at 9 a.m. the 68th annual Belmont Horse Show will be held at the show grounds, one mile west on Rt. 612, from Rt. 522 approximately 11 miles north of Mineral and 23 miles south of Culpeper; rain-date is Aug. 23. No horse or pony may enter the grounds without proof of negative Coggins test within past 12 months; all pets must be on a leash. Admission is $7 adults and children 12 and under $3. Registration fees for ponies is $5 and horses $10. Admission and registration covers all entry fees. For information call Willie Biscoe at 540-854-5670; sponsored by Belmont Club of Women and Belmont Ruritan Club.

DMV DRIVING CLASS
There will be a one-day DMV-approved Defensive Driving Class at Orange County High School Field House Saturday, Aug. 16 from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Five points awarded for successful completion of the eight-hour course; no pre-registration required and walk-ins are welcome. For more information call Anne Arbogast after 6 p.m., 540-672-9232.

LOG-A-LOAD FOR KIDS
Win a 2008 Harley-Davidson “Cross-Bones” signed by Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band with 100 percent of donations benefiting University of Virginia Children’s Hospital sponsored by Log-A-Load for Kids. The drawing will be held Aug. 16 at 3 p.m. at McIntire Park in Charlottesville. Tickets are $100 (limited number available) and can be purchased at UVA Children’s Hospital Development Office at 434-924-8432, Shenandoah Harley-Davidson, Staunton, 540-213-7433, Snooky’s on Downtown Mall 434-971-7959, Log-A-Load for Kids 434-841-3472 or email to: , Becky Wood 434-581-2222 or email to: , ACAC 434-978-3800 and all Plan 9 Record locations.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES/MOOSE LODGE
The Orange County Moose Lodge and Women of the Moose will have a “back-to-school” event at the Lodge Sunday, Aug. 17 beginning at 1 p.m. We will be giving away free school supplies for students in kindergarten through sixth grade. A representative of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office will be doing free finger-printing of your children. Refreshments provided.

FALL BALL SIGNUPS
Gordonsville Little League fall ball signups continue. Please contact Tracy Haney at 540-832-2503 no later than Sunday, Aug. 17 to have your child signed up.

V.F.W. LADIES AUXILIARY
The Ladies Auxiliary of V.F.W. Post #2217 regular monthly meeting will be held Monday, Aug. 18 at 11 a.m. at the post home on Brick Church Road. Also, please remember the Quarterly District Meeting in Gordonsville on Sunday, Aug. 17 at 1 p.m.

VIEW PROGRAM
Need a job? We know where they are! Job search assistance is available at Social Services in Orange on Monday, Aug. 18 at 9 a.m. If you have questions call 672-1155, ext. 126.

NAACP TO MEET
The regular membership meeting of the Orange County NAACP will be held Monday, Aug. 18 at 6 p.m. in the Sedwick Building community room.

EMT-B COURSE
The Orange County Rescue Squad will be holding an Emergency Medical Technician class at Rescue Station #23, 151 Berry Hill Road, Orange with classes beginning Tuesday, Aug. 19 at 7 p.m. and final exam around Feb. 3. Course fee is $150; class is limited. Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays and CPR is required prior to the class. Pre-registration is necessary, contact Stacy or Kelly at 854-6955.

SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH MEETING
The Orange County School Board will hold a special called meeting Tuesday, Aug. 19 at Taylor Education Administration Complex, 200 Dailey Drive with open session beginning at 12-noon. The Virginia School Board Association will present information on the superintendent search. All interested persons are invited to attend the hearing. The board may conduct executive closed session. For further information contact Dr. William R. Crawford, Superintendent, Orange County Public Schools, 200 Dailey Dr., Orange, 540-661-4550.

ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP
The Alzheimer’s Support Group meets at 10:30 a.m. the third Wednesday, (Aug. 20) of each month at Amerisist House in Orange. This is a free service of the Central and Western Virginia Alzheimer’s Association with Ann Anderson as facilitator. The Alzheimer’s Support Group also meets the third Tuesday (Aug. 19) at 10:30 a.m. at The Village at Gordon House in Gordonsville. For more information call 540-832-7806.

SARWC LUNCHEON
Congressman Eric Cantor will be the speaker for the joint Susan Allen Republican Women’s Club and the Republican Party of Orange County at a luncheon at Lake of the Woods Clubhouse Wednesday, Aug. 20 at 11:30 a.m. For more information contact Brenda Rogers at 540-972-8117.
COMMUNITY TENNIS NIGHT
Wednesdays (Aug. 20) is men’s community tennis night and the purpose of this night is to get people out playing and try to get some of the more experienced players working with novice players. You can come out and just hit around or play a match; whoever shows can play, it’s free. Bring a can of tennis balls with you; we want to get the community involved with tennis again. It will be held every Wednesday night all summer at Orange County High School courts at 6 p.m. Call Sara Haney at 948-5863 for details.

YOUNG AT HEART CLUB
Young at Heart Club programs for August: Aug. 20, Erik Filep from Virginia Department of Forestry Service will be guest speaker and on Aug. 27, lunch at the Wood Grill. The Young at Heart Club meets every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the East Orange Ruritan Building, intersection of Routes 20/522. The club, which takes local trips and performs community service, is open to all. For more information call Alice Lumsden (540) 672-2841; Hank Lewis, 972-0359 or Paul Tobin, 972-6256.

WARNER VISITS LOW
Mark Warner, former Virginia Governor and candidate for U.S. Senate, has accepted an invitation from the Lake of the Woods Democratic Women’s Club to join them Thursday, Aug. 21 from 4-5:30 p.m. at the LOW Clubhouse. Light hors d’oeuvres will be served and a cash bar will be available. Please bring your questions and concerns about Virginia and our nation and join in the conversation.
BLOOD DRIVE AT OCNH
Orange County Nursing Home will have an end-of-summer blood drive facilitated by Virginia Blood Services Friday, Aug. 22 from 1-6 p.m. in the Annex Building on Madison Road, Route 15. To signup for a specific time call 672-2611 and ask for Shirley. Appointments highly recommended; walk-ins welcome too. Donors will be given the next available slot or a later one of their choice, if available. Free VBS nylon bags; enter to win a “choose your paradise” vacation. You are needed, please help.

LOW SQUARE DANCE CLUB
On Aug. 22 the Lake of the Woods Square Dance Club will host a potluck invitational sponsored by the club and anyone interested in learning to square dance is invited to the lower level of the Lake of the Woods Clubhouse. Dinner will be at 6 p.m., followed by dancing in the Great Hall. Come check it out; it’s free and it’s fun! For information call Dionne at 972-6699 or Darby at 972-7696.

CEDAR MOUNTAIN YOUTHS
Dove hunters sporting clays Aug. 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Five station 25 round course, $8 per round and course is designed exclusively to simulate doves in flight. Support conservation and youth shooting programs; snack and drinks available for purchase. Instructors available to assist new shooters, bring your favorite shotgun and have fun. Course is sponsored by Cedar Mountain Youths, Inc. with all proceeds supporting youth firearm safety and responsibility programs. Call John Dodson at 540-543-2070 for directions or more information.

WMHS 1998 CLASS REUNION
William Monroe High School Class of 1998 will be celebrating their 10-year class reunion Saturday, Aug. 23. Please e-mail and include your name (if married include maiden name,) phone number and address or visit http://www.geocities.com/wmhs1998reunion/ for more information.

EVENING OF HOPE
Evening of Hope dinner and silent auction will be held Wednesday, Aug. 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Stonefire Station in Barboursville with a three-course dinner prepared by Chef Melissa Close of Palladio Restaurant. There will be entertainment and a silent auction. The fundraiser will benefit Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and the American Cancer Society. For ticket information call 832-0530 or e-mail . The event sponsorship information is available upon request and silent auction donations are still being accepted.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
NEEDED
The Orange County Office on Youth, Suite 258, Sedwick Building, 146 N. Madison Road, is collecting school supplies and distributing them to families who are unable to purchase them. Donations of supplies or money to purchase supplies will be greatly appreciated. Office on Youth hours, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Call Ruth Anne Paisley at 672-5484 for more information.
1998 OCHS REUNION
Orange County High School Class of 1998 - 10-year class reunion will be held Sept. 6 from 6-11 p.m. at the American Legion Hall in Orange. Single $30, couple $50. For more information or to register, please visit http://www.classcreator.com/Orange-VA-Orange-Co-1998 or call the high school at 661-4300.

JM MUSEUM BOOK SALE
The James Madison Museum annual book sale will be held Saturday, Sept. 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 7 from 12-5 p.m. in the Hall of Agriculture. There will be a wonderful selection of new books because of the generosity of MPS, which will be sold at 10 percent of the cover price. We also invite you to donate any used books you no longer need to the sale; they may be brought to the museum any time during regular museum hours prior to the sale. Proceeds from the sale will be used to support ongoing operations of the museum at 129 Caroline Street, Orange. Hours are 10-4 weekdays; 12-4 Saturdays and 1-4 Sundays; phone (540) 672-1776 for more information.

AGING TOGETHER
Aging Together in Orange meets the second Wednesday, (Sept. 10) of the month at 10 a.m. at 127 Belleview Avenue, TRIAD Office in Orange. Aging Together is a community partnership devoted to improving long-term and support services for older adults and their families. Want your voice heard on senior issues in Orange County? Come to the meetings and get involved. Contact Nancy Rhoades, County Resource Specialist at 540-718-0620 or chairperson, Ann Anderson at 540-832-7806.

TRI-COUNTY TRACK MEET
On Saturday, Sept. 13 from 8 a.m. to 12-noon at Culpeper County High School the 2008 Tri-County Track Meet will be held. This event is open to all residents of Orange, Culpeper and Madison counties from ages four to 79. Registration forms, list of events and other information is on the website at http://www.culpeperruritans.org or at the Orange County Review Office and at the Parks and Recreation office. Prompt registration will ensure tee-shirts and awards are ordered in time for the meet. If you have questions call 948-5416.

HICKS REUNION
CANCELLED
The Robert and Annie Estes Hicks family reunion scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 20 has been cancelled for this year due to the use of the church. Family members may wish to attend Zion Baptist Church homecoming services and music program Sunday, Sept. 21 at 11 a.m. For more information call Jane Lutz at 672-5986.
 
TRAPPER EDUCATION CLASS
A Trapper Education Class will be held Sept. 21 from 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the residence of Ed Crebbs, 175 Waldrop Road, Gordonsville. Registration begins Aug. 15; there is no cost but you must pre-register. You must be accompanied by a parent or guardian if you are under 15. To register, contact Ed or Charlaine Crebbs at 832-2708.

HUNTER EDUCATION CLASS
A Hunter Education Class will be held at Nathaniel Gordon Veterans of Foreign War Post 7638, 10271 Gordon Avenue, Gordonsville, Sept. 29-Oct. 1 from 6-9:45 p.m. There is no cost but you must pre-register; registration begins Sept. 1. Those under 15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For registration information contact Charlaine Crebbs at (540) 832-2708. 

ENTERTAINMENT NEEDED
The 30th annual Gordonsville Street Festival will be Oct. 4 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The Gordonsville Auxiliary is currently seeking entertainment for the festival. If you are a musical group, dance group, church choir, etc.; we need you. If interested in performing please call Barbara Seal Harris at 832-7374 after 6 p.m.
GORDONSVILLE STREET FESTIVAL
The Gordonsville Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary will be sponsoring the annual Gordonsville Street Festival Saturday, Oct. 4, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., rain or shine. Main Street Gordonsville will be closed so over 100 booths of food, raffles, crafts and more can setup; several groups of entertainment will be performing all day. Spaces available for rent, 20x10’ is $40 and with electricity is $45; electricity available on a first-come basis. No bicycles or skateboards please. This is a major fundraiser for the Gordonsville Volunteer Fire Company.  For information call Debbie Hoffman at 832-3297 or Barbara Harris at 832-7374.

OCHS CLASS OF 1988
The Orange County High School Class of 1988 planning a 20-year reunion for Nov. 8. For more information please contact Loretta (Wells) Hernandez at 540-672-5266 or .