Board to Vote on Budget Tonight

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by Larry Chowning person.” Jerry Dunford of Remlik was At the April 18 public hearing opposed to the tax increase. “In a on the proposed 2013-14 (FY14) year’s time, are you going to look at budget, there was considerable sup- the cost of having that person and port from several speakers to fund compare whether or not it is benefi cial an economic development director to our county?” he asked. “Or are you to help the county attract new busi- creating another level of bureaucracy nesses, but other residents made it that we have to live with, whether it’s clear they do not want a 2-cent real benefi cial or not? Did you listen to estate tax hike. the parents of those autistic children? Regarding the economic devel- Those lives are essential. Those ball opment position, Keith Ruse of fi elds that you are getting ready to Hartfi eld, the owner of Deltaville build are not.” (See story on autistic Members of “The Holmes Brothers” band include, from left, Sher- Boatyard, said, “I think it is a very students on this page.) man Holmes, Wendell Holmes and Popsy Dixon. positive move for Middlesex County “Why don’t you stop wasting our to fi gure out ways not to have to raise money? It takes away from our stan- our real estate taxes in the future. It’s dard of living,” Dunford continued. Interim Town a very competitive economy and to “I’m in favor of essential things, ‘The Holmes Brothers’ to compete we have to do something but not things that are wasting our Administrator different than we have been doing for money.” the past 200 years. Rev. Tyrone Young, president of the perform beneﬁ t concert On April 18 Holly Gailey (above) “We have to fi gure out how to Middlesex Chapter of the NAACP, was promoted by town council to make money with our God-given said, “I feel that our children are the position of interim Urbanna resources,” continued Ruse. “Part of being taught too much through tech- Friday at middle school Town Administrator for a period our gift is our geographic location for nology because when they are ques- of 3 months. Gailey was hired in our marine industry. I think it will be tioned face to face, they don’t know The Holmes Brothers have built a solid reputation as one of the fi nest November as director of parks and a strong move on the county’s part what to do without the technology. acts in the world of blues and roots music. They have traveled the world, recreation, but has assumed other to hire a person to oversee economic You’ve also heard about these parents taking their own brand of gospel-infl ected and spiritually moving music duties while the town has been development.” who have children with autism, and to audiences in more than 50 countries. without a town administrator. Theresa Jackson of Jamaica Dis- they need help.” But when they step onto the stage at St. Clare Walker Middle School trict, said, “I’m for the tax increase. Ken Wilt of Hardyville said, “When this Friday, April 26, the band (bassist/vocalist Sherman Holmes, guitar- I’m for economic development. Sev- I heard that property taxes were going ist/keyboardist/vocalist Wendell Holmes, and drummer/vocalist Popsy enty percent of our local workforce up again this year I sat down and Dixon) will be very much on home turf. Sherman and Wendell gradu- Parents voice goes out of the county to make a tried to fi gure out where the money ated from the old St. Clare Walker High School and their mother, Easter living. That takes time away from the was going to come from out of my Duster Holmes, taught social studies there. In fact, the name St. Clare concern over family. We need businesses that pay budget. Walker has special meaning for the brothers in that Middlesex educator a decent wage. We don’t need more “Ironically, if you are taking more John Henry St. Clare Walker, for whom the schools were named, was department stores. They don’t pay a money out of our pockets, you are their great uncle. education of decent wage.” defeating the idea of hiring an eco- The Holmes Brothers are outstanding vocalists, instrumentalists and Jackson noted other nearby locali- nomic development person,” Wilt songwriters. Their musical offerings are varied, ranging from their own autistic students ties have attracted green/clean indus- continued. “Government does not original music written by Sherman and Wendell to covers of artists as tries that have provided good jobs. create wealth. It sucks the wealth out diverse as The Beatles, Jimmy Reed, Hank Williams, Cheap Trick, and by Larry Chowning “We can do that too,” she said. “Con- of a community. I’m a big picture Ray Charles. gratulations on considering hiring They have appeared on The Late Show with David Letterman, Late At a public hearing on the proposed an economic development/tourism (See Budget, page A3) Night with Conan O’Brien, and National Public Radio’s Mountain Stage. FY14 county and school budget on They have been reviewed in Rolling Stone, Billboard, Newsweek, USA April 18, two parents with autistic Today, The Los Angeles Times, the New York Times, The Washington children told the county board of Post, The New Yorker, Down Beat, and countless other publications. supervisors they were unhappy with Sherman commented on his music-writing process, saying that as a the way the Middlesex County Public songwriter, he is “inspired by everyday life—the economy, relation- School System is handling their chil- ships, politics. I usually write the music fi rst, then the lyrics, starting dren’s education. with a single phrase.” Budget public hearings are designed “When you write your own songs, you not only get more royalties,” to give the public a chance to offer said Wendell, “you get to express more of yourself and to put something input on the proposed budget, and lasting in the archive. We may not sell a million copies, but the music board chairman Carlton Revere made will go on.” it clear the board’s policy is to listen On the decision to cover the music of another artist, Sherman said that and not speak during the hearing. He “all three of us have to like the music, especially the person who will added if individual board members sing the lead. We aim to do our own interpretations of the music, fi lter- want to discuss issues with the public ing it through our experiences, and making it uniquely ours.” later, they could. The Holmes Brothers will go into the recording studio next month to Also, there was no one from the create what will be their 13th album. Sherman and Wendell both have school system at the public hearing to been actively composing, and this album promises to have more original address the parents’ concerns. music than ever. The album is to be released later this year. Jack Bullock of Hartfi eld said he This Friday’s concert is a benefi t for the Middlesex County Museum has a child with autism and he does and the Middlesex Branch of the NAACP. “We are honored and hum- not feel enough special education bled by the opportunity to support these Middlesex County institutions,” funds are being spent to help his said Wendell. “We are delighted to be able to give just a little back to a child. “What are we doing to increase community that has nurtured and supported us over the years.” special education funding for children Town employee Kurt Hugo (above), along with Billie Eubank, are inter- The Honeywind Bluegrass Boys will open the concert. This Middle with autism?” he asked the board. “I preters at the Urbanna Visitor’s Center/Museum in the historic Old Peninsula based band includes leader Richard Callis, Mann Milby, have to either send my son out of the Tobacco Warehouse, which is a colonial structure that was built in Dennis Emerson, and Ed Arrington. county, or I have to home school him. the 1700s as a Scottish “factor’s” store where retail business was con- The concert will be held on Friday, April 26, at 7 p.m. at St. Clare We are improving the school in other ducted. The Urbanna Visitor’s Center opened last weekend and will be Walker Middle School Auditorium, 6814 General Puller Highway, areas, but not in the area of special open on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through the summer and fall Locust Hill. Tickets are $20 and may be purchased at Nimcock Gallery eduction. from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Photo by Larry Chowning) (Urbanna), The Middlesex County Museum (Saluda) and Nauti Nell’s “I want to bring attention to the fact (Deltaville). Tickets also can be purchased at the door the night of the concert. Call 804-824-8085 or 758-3663 for more information. (See Autism, page A10) Visitor’s Center opens by Larry Chowning keep the tobacco company from pur- Twelve arrested on May 2013 • FREE chasing it. Places to go and things to do in the Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula Even in modern times, mystery has That group of women were mem- surrounded the old colonial build- bers of the Middlesex County Wom- ing on Virginia Street in the Town of an’s Club and they encouraged the synthetic drug charges Urbanna that for decades has been club to get involved. Their efforts to called the Old Tobacco Warehouse. stop the acquisition led to the creation by Tom Chillemi Bath Salts have been sold openly No one can recall when the building of the Ralph Wormeley Branch of the and legally in area businesses. One was not referred to as that, but what Association for the Preservation of Federal felony charges have been problem was that when a state law was it really? In the 1930s, a tobacco Virginia Antiquities (APVA). placed against 12 persons in connec- made one Bath Salt compound ille- company approached the owner of the The local APVA purchased the tion with alleged possession of illicit gal, manufacturers would change the building about purchasing the struc- building and over the next 20 years it substances that closely resemble formula slightly to skirt the law. Inside: • Cocktail Racing: Tiny boats, big fun! ture, dismantling it, and setting it up was sparingly maintained as funding synthetic drugs, reported Gloucester However, federal law has a provi- • Fishing: Why join an angling club? as an exhibit on the history of the was scarce. In 1958, funds were found Sheriff Darrell Warren last week. sion that makes illegal “analogue tobacco trade in America for the 1939 to sponsor a “Report On A Building Another fugitive suspect is believed compounds,” which are almost the World Fair in New York. At the time, At Urbanna, Virginia” to evaluate the to be out of the state and has not been same as the illegal formula. In chem- the building was being used as a rental historical signifi cance of the old struc- apprehended. istry, an analogue is a compound with Rivah arrives! home and in need of major repairs. ture. The project was conducted by Synthetic drugs are known generi- a molecular structure closely similar Pick up your free copy at The idea of dismantling it and professional historians and archeolo- cally as “bath salts” or “spice.” Their to that of another. businesses and other places taking away one of the oldest build- gists. The object of the report was to effects mimic actual illegal drugs On Thursday, April 18, law in the eight counties of the ings in town brought out the vinegar determine the building’s “place in the such as marijuana, cocaine, heroin, enforcement offi cers were report- Middle Peninsula and North- in several local women, who felt it history of Virginia and its connection LSD and others. On the packages is edly seen searching two businesses ern Neck. needed to stay where it was. They printed: “Not for human consump- launched an aggressive campaign to (See Visitors, page A10) tion.” (See Arrests, page A10) 6 Arts & Leisure ...... A8 Classifieds ...... 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6 PAGES A4-A5 In side In IsaBell K. Horsley Real Estate A2 • Southside Sentinel • Urbanna, Va. • April 25, 2013 opinion one woman’s opinion letters to the editor The Factory Whistle a waitress at the “Dairy Bar.” Father insisted his More citizens Autism is not Volunteers lift up Urbanna, Va.— An early memory as a child three daughters work just like everyone else in born in 1941 in Vermilion, Ohio, was hear- town, and never think of ourselves with “airs,” must speak out contagious our community ing the “fackie fickle.” That’s what I called the as he called it. Working at such an early age whistle that blew every morning as Father left taught me what Father wanted me to learn— To the Editor: To the Editor: To the Editor: for work at the F.W. Wakefield Brass Company, having a job was good and that no work was Regarding last Thursday’s Did you know God made me “If you want to lift yourself an industrial lighting manufacturing business ever beneath anyone. public hearing on the prop- just like you. up, lift up someone else.” started by Grandfather at the start of the last “Mike,” a handsome, rough and tough, blue- erty tax hike proposal: there I have two arms and legs— Following the advice of century. Sounding daily at 9 a.m., noon and eyed Irishman who headed up the factory union, was never a real debate about just like you. Booker T. Washington has 5 p.m., I knew the whistle meant jobs for my would come in each day for a cup of coffee. I the tax proposal or the budget. I have a head with a nose and helped lift up countless people family and many other families in town. always told Mike exactly what I thought when- Middlesex County Adminis- two eyes—just like you. and create more resilient com- Grandfather started the company after he ever his union had shut down the plant. Over trator Matt Walker gave his I have ten fingers and ten munities around the world. invented a brass fixture that converted gas the counter, face to face, my elbows on the presentation and then the citi- toes—just like you. This National Volun- lamps to accept Thomas Edison’s electric light counter, Mike and I would have a hot debate zens were allowed three min- I play and I laugh—just like teer Week, April 21-27, the bulbs. Father had inherited whether the union or manage- utes each to address the board you. River Counties Chapter & F.W.’s creative brain and in ment was right. He had strik- of supervisors. The board I sing and I dance—just like Northumberland Chapter of his career as chief company ing blue eyes. members did not answer any you. the American Red Cross is engineer he had 29 patents for “How can it be right to stop questions or make comments I cry and I smile—just like celebrating its own dedicated the company along with many a man from going to work?” I themselves. you. volunteers and partners, the other inventions. would say with teen-age pas- Interestingly, only two pos- I have feelings—just like people who have powered the Father was most proud sion. sible sources of additional rev- you. American Red Cross for more of his invention of infrared “Because my workers want enue were promoted besides I am a child of God—just than a century. signal lamps the company more money, Miss Mary.” the property tax increase. Matt like you. Each year, River Counties manufactured for the U.S. “But, Mike, how does more Walker, while referring to a We may not be good at base- Chapter & Northumberland Navy in World War II that money ever come from not $37,000 decline in income ball, football or basketball— Chapter Red Cross volunteers enabled ships in the Pacific working?” and so forth, while from court costs in the FY14 but ask us to cheer and we will bring food, shelter, comfort to signal each other without I kept Mike’s coffee cup filled budget, stated that if the sher- be the loudest they will hear. and hope to over 40 local fami- the Japanese reading them. to the brim. iff’s office wrote more tickets Ignorance is contagious; lies faced with rebuilding after The company earned 5 “E’s” Mike would shake his head the income would be higher. autism is not. Is it just me, or a house fire and Hurricane (engineering awards) for its saying he was glad he had to I asked that more tickets be has anyone else noticed that Sandy. contributions to the war effort. negotiate with the son and not written because folks regularly people who should know better Red Cross volunteers teach After the war ended, I watched the granddaughter. He would speed into Deltaville on Route seem to treat autism like it is first aid, CPR, swimming, as the high school band played always leave me a dime tip. I 33 doing 60 miles per hour in a contagious? baby-sitting, and other lifesav- at the now defunct New York by Mary adored Mike. 45 mile per hour zone. Segregation has emerged ing courses. They staff com- Central train station when Eventually, the company The other possible source of amongst our community. munity fairs to encourage their politicians came to town to Wakefield Buxton was sold to ITT. Father was increased tax revenue was my Help integrate our children neighbors to learn these vital present awards. heartsick. He considered suggestion that the personal back into the community. They skills and organize celebra- In those days a family only had one car, so going off on his own but finally decided he was property tax on boats and RVs are as beautiful, fun-loving and tions to recognize people who Mother drove Father to work each day and too old for such risk. be cut in half to increase eco- special as your children are, use their Red Cross training to picked him up at 5 p.m. I would run through But Father would never wear the required nomic activity and increase just like God intended it to be. save lives. the factory and throw myself into the arms of ITT pin in his coat lapel and retired early. I revenue through increased Kimberly Dubeau Volunteers support blood my beloved uncle, A.F. Wakefield, president of knew that Mike and I could never wear such a volume. Remlik drives that help save lives every the company. pin either. Never. This was a time big corpora- Without a solid plan to day. And they provide services I passed skilled workers on my way to his tions were buying smaller companies across the increase revenue through some to members of the military, vet- office that manned the machinery and produced nation. The word was diversification. other means, I can assure you A tragic day erans and their families, includ- the beautiful ceiling lighting fixtures. The Many years later, A.F’s widow told me how that the supervisors will be ing communications linking cement floor was covered with shards of metal hard it was for him to meet payroll every week back to raise your property for pet lovers service members to their loved and I had to be careful if I were barefoot, which through many years of good and bad times. I taxes again in the very near ones during an emergency. I often was, because I wanted the soles of my was genuinely shocked. I never realized how future. Merely hiring additional To the Editor: If you want to give back to feet to be as tough as the Indians who had origi- tough it was to make a profit and survive in the staff in the hopes that they can Urbanna kitties are spe- your community, become a nally settled along the Vermilion River. (Mother competitive business world. I thought money bring jobs and grant money cial. My wife and I have been Red Cross volunteer. Right had her hands full making a lady out of me.) was easy to come by and that anyone who had here does nothing to prevent adopted by five Urbanna kit- now the River Counties & There was a union at the factory. When a a good idea and worked hard would be success- the taxes from going up again. ties: Dodger, Kyeonghee, Northumberland Chapter espe- strike closed the plant, I watched Father cross ful. Families need to be encour- D-May, Chevy and Sierra. cially needs people who can the picket line to go to work. As a child I saw The company is now just a memory. Like aged to stay here year around Dodger and Kyeonghee have support in a disaster, work in anger between neighbors, division where there many other industries that were once bustling, with all their toys to help with crossed the Rainbow Bridge. the office, staff booths and had never been division before, and the horror it now stands in my hometown an empty hulk. the taxes! They remain in our hearts help organize events. To volun- of men trying to stop a man from going to work. The factory whistle that once symbolized work If you want to be the “Boat- forever. De-Max, Chevy and teer, visit www.redcross.org/ I have never forgotten it. for so many years has disappeared forever . . . ing Capital of the Chesapeake” Sierra share their home with support/volunteer or contact The summer I was 14 years old, I worked as like pollen in the wind. ©2013 your public policy has to prove byebye and their dogs, Nikita Julie Dudley at 804-435-7669 it. Matt Walker’s thesis is that and Nitto. or Shirley Grant on 804-580- our boat tax is competitive, but I These animals are a part of 4933. disagree. The numbers I got off our lives, just as the kitties that Julie Dudley maritime museum news the websites of the surrounding live behind Marshall’s Drug Executive Director counties show Hampton at 50 Store are a part of Urbanna. To River Counties Chapter cents/$100 and Gloucester at the person or persons respon- American Red Cross $1/$100. Matt is saying ours is sible for killing the kitties Deltaville Maritime Museum effectively $1.23/$100 because behind Marshall’s Drug Store, they only use a 35% assess- you should be ashamed of ment rate. Even if correct, it’s yourself. What a cruel thing to ‘Civil War-1863’ exhibit opens still not good enough. There are do to such innocent animals. Democrats counties with lower tax rates A sad and tragic day for pet by Raynell Smith Gettysburg. Ron Lewis has been at the close by, and they aren’t saying lovers in Urbanna. meet tonight Museum Curator Part of this exhibit deals with Mariner’s Museum for over they want to be the “Boating M.V. ( Tammie) Putney Jr. the homefront and how every- 20 years as a docent, a former Capital.” Urbanna The Middlesex County To celebrate the opening day life was affected by the war. chairman of the Bronze Door What it comes down to is Democratic Committee will weekend of the Deltaville Mar- Although the fighting men of Society and as a teacher. Visi- this: We’ve discovered that hold its regular monthly meet- itime Museum, a new exhibit, the county faced death repeat- tors to our museum this Satur- most of the tax income is ing on Thursday, April 25, in “Middlesex in the Civil War- edly in battle, the women and day will have a special treat as coming from Pinetop District. Jail Board the public meeting room at the 1863,” will be premiered in our children left behind also faced Ron is coming to show off his I would argue that these are Cooks Corner Office Complex mini-museum. violent death, the imminent skills in model restoration at 1 the more affluent folks with to honor the on Route 33, two miles east of One of the most significant destruction of their homes, and p.m. in the classroom. Work- primarily second homes here. Saluda. Civil War actions on Middlesex gradual starvation. A part of ing with some of the museum’s They also tend to have lots of late Mr. Harmon; The meeting will begin soil and in her waters occurred the exhibit is dedicated to their other badly damaged models, personal property “toys” like with a meet-and-greet from 150 years ago in August of heroism. Ron will have a hands-on dem- boats, RVs, motorcycles, etc. public invited 6:30 to 7 p.m. and the meet- 1863. Led by John Taylor One section of the mini- onstration for visitors of all They are also the people who ing will begin promptly at 7 Wood, nephew of Jefferson museum will have the new ages. have the most leeway and free- The Middle Peninsula p.m. Agenda items include a Davis and grandson of Zachary, Barber print “F.D. Crockett Also on the program for Sat- dom when it comes to choosing Regional Jail Authority will discussion of voter registra- the “Ambush at Wilton Creek” and the Steamer Piankatank off urday is a slideshow of the fire their residency. For a grow- honor the late David Harmon tion issues and the Democratic and the capture of the gunboats Stingray Point” on sale. Profits and its consequences that will ing number playing the legal on Wednesday, May 1, at 10 Primary to be held on June 11. “Satellite” and “Reliance” was from the sale of these prints be shown in the mini-museum and time-honored game of a.m. Representatives of statewide headline news throughout the will help rebuild the museum continuously throughout the tax avoidance is not a stretch. Mr. Harmon will be honored candidates have been invited to country. Come by the museum collection. day. There is also a model of Spending a little more than half for his dedication and public attend to provide local citizens to learn about Wood’s early On display for the first time the new museum building to a year in Florida or some other service as the former superin- with updated information on exploits in the war and how he will be our model of the “F.D. inspect. tax-friendly state and visiting tendent of the Middle Penin- the campaigns. All Middlesex hunted and successfully cap- Crockett” built by Joe Stroup Just because our building is Middlesex for free the rest of sula Regional Security Center County residents are welcome tured two Union gunboats. and lovingly restored by Ron gone, it doesn’t mean we are the year is something the boys in Saluda. to attend. The exploits of Middlesex’s Lewis from the Mariner’s dead in the water. Activities with the big boats have been The event will be at the The committee is delighted own regiment, the 55th Vir- Museum in Newport News. continue, as will our exhibits. doing for a while now. Middle Peninsula Planning to announce the election of ginia Infantry, are also updated The Crockett model suffered Come out for a visit, buy a People will respond to bad District Commission Office at Hallie Holmes of Saluda as the with accounts of the men fight- heavy damage in the July, 2012 new John Barber print, and see public policy. They may not 125 Bowden Street in Saluda. new vice chair of the commit- ing in Stonewall Jackson’s last fire and Ron has spent count- what’s happening. Doors open take the time to come down and The public is invited. tee. battle at Chancellorsville and less hours returning the model at 9 a.m. on Saturday. You’ll be complain about higher taxes, their near extermination at to its former glory. impressed, I promise. but they will act according to their best financial interests. The result will be the same as it always has been: the rich will guest commentary get richer and the situation will Published in the Interest of the Territory get tougher and tougher on the Lying South of the Rappahannock River middle and lower classes. And the economy of Middlesex will A Lyme disease warning slide further and further into RAPPAHANNOCK PRESS, INC., Publisher the abyss as people are dis- by Molly Banfield two-week series of antibiotics. hormonal imbalance, arthritis, couraged from hanging around Frederick A. Gaskins, President and Publisher My grandmother after suffer- nerve damage . . . but never for here very long. Elizabeth Lee C. Gaskins, Secretary/Treasurer As a premed student and a ing from weakness, severe joint the underlying cause—Lyme. It doesn’t have to be that way. John Thomas Hardin, Editor person who lives on a farm in aches and night sweats, also The disease is carried by a But unless some more citizens Wake and summers with my was diagnosed through a pro- bacterium in the spirochete speak out right quick against Staff: Larry S. Chowning and Tom Chillemi, General Assignment Reporters; Julie H. Burwood, family on eastern Long Island, cess of elimination and within a family, not only hard to detect, these bad policies, it will all be Art Director; Joe Gaskins, Graphic Designer; Maeghaen Eley, Advertising Manager; Wendy Payne, I am very sensitive to the grow- month was back to normal with but also hard to kill because of passed and in place. And a few ing problem of Lyme disease, a a round of antibiotics. the phased life cycles in which more boats will be leaving the Advertising Representative; Peggy Baughan, Circulation and Classified Manager; Connie G. Walton, tick borne disease, which may My mother’s case has been it lies dormant inside the cells. county this fall. Compositor; and Geanie Longest, Customer Accounts Manager. be reaching epidemic propor- a much sadder story. She suf- When my mother finally got Ken Wilt The Southside Sentinel (USPS 504-080) is published each Thursday except Christmas week. tions in this country and con- fered from chronic undiag- help after years of almost inca- Hardyville Periodicals postage paid at Urbanna, Va. 23175. Subscriptions: $25 per year in Middle Peninsula tinues to spread. nosed Lyme disease. She may pacitating debilitation, she was Counties and $32 per year elsewhere. My grandmother and uncle have contracted it on Long diagnosed from the combina- were both bitten by a deer tick Island or from the hay or horses tion of symptoms, not from lab Pick up a free Phone, Fax and Email: Phone: (804) 758-2328; Fax: (804) 758-5896; Editorial: and had the flu-like symptoms on the farm in Virginia. She tests. [email protected]; Advertising: [email protected]; Classifieds: [email protected]; with weakness and severe will never know. Unlike dog Medications can easily cost Rivah Visitor’s Subscriptions: [email protected] and website: www.ssentinel.com. headaches. Both were treated ticks, deer ticks are small, gen- more than $25,000 since insur- Postmaster: Send address changes to Southside Sentinel, P.O. Box 549, Urbanna, Va. 23175 within several weeks. My uncle erally undetectable on the body. ance companies will not pay Guide at area had the tell-tale bull’s eye rash My mother went from doctor Pluck, Perseverance and Progress and was promptly prescribed a to doctor. She was treated for (See Ticks, page A3) businesses April 25, 2013 • Southside Sentinel • Urbanna, Va.• A3 Ticks . . . middlesex sheriff’s report (Continued from page A2) The Middlesex Sheriff’s sion of a controlled substance. Justin Edward Landon, resi- without a positive test and a lot Offi ce placed 19 felony charges Trial is set for June 19. dence unknown, is charged with of Lyme tests are negative. against individuals between William D. Ailsworth, 47, felony destruction of property There is no research that April 1-18, reported Sheriff of Deltaville, is charged with valued at more than $1,000. indicates that anything but David P. Bushey. felony possession of a con- In addition to the felony antibiotics kill the bacteria. Kenneth Cornelious Jackson, trolled substance. He was arrests, misdemeanor charges Once long-term chronic Lyme 22, of Saluda, who was arrested arrested on April 1 and his trial made during the period of April disease is treated, there is still on April 1, is facing three is set for July 3. 1-18 include: 7 trespassings, 4 no quick fi x. After months of charges of manufacturing, sale Margarita Combs-Green- DUIs, 4 assault and batteries, antibiotics, my mother had to or possession of a controlled wood, 50, residence unknown, 2 refusals to submit to a breath get her immune system back substance. He also is charged has been charged with 8 felony or blood tests, 4 bad checks in order. In addition to killing with selling or distributing counts of obtaining drugs by for under $200, 2 contempts the bacteria, my mother needed more than a half ounce and less fraud. She was arrested on of court, 2 no-rabies vaccina- remedies to help the cells eject than 5 pounds of marijuana; April 16. tions, 2 failures to display dog the stored toxin and provide and selling or distributing more Marcus Darnell Stokes, 29, tags, and one public swearing nutrients to increase the cell’s than 5 pounds of marijuana. of Urbanna, is facing three or intoxication. function. His trial is set for June 19. charges of sale or distribution In addition, 5 individuals I have learned there are many Brian Lee Brooks, 29, of of between a half ounce and 5 were charged with probation other tick-borne diseases, all Church View, who was arrested pounds of marijuana. He was violations and are facing revo- with serious, even fatal, con- on April 1, is charged with arrested April 17 and his trial is cation of their suspended sen- sequences from babesiosis to manufacturing, sale or posses- set for June 19. tence. ehrlichiosis. What I’ve learned from my study and my family’s experience with Lyme disease is this: stay out of high grasses Legion Post 82 to change name and do tick checks; keep the pets treated for ticks and keep American Legion Post 82 in member of American Legion relatives” of these three veterans, them out of your bedroom. The Saluda is seeking help from the Post 82. For heroism under fi re please contact Keith McAuley, deer ticks look like tiny specks citizens of Middlesex County. during the Allied invasion of post historian, so post members of pepper. Wearing white socks American Legion Post 82 in Anzio, Italy, in 1944, he was can contact and invite them to pulled over your pants can Saluda will formally change awarded the Medal of Honor, be the honored guests at this cer- make ticks easier to detect its name to Bristow-Newman- Purple Heart, and Silver Star emony. Please call McAuley at before they crawl onto your Puller Post 82 in a re-dedication awards. 804-512-8023 and give him any skin. As soon as you come in ceremony on Saturday, June 22, Lewis B. “Chesty” Puller, who information you may have. from outside change socks and at the post home at 192 Watson retired to Middlesex County, This ceremony starts at 10 a.m. wash them. It is a good idea Landing Road, Saluda. This was a Banana Wars, World War and will be open to the public. It Bad wreck at Remlik to shower and change all your name change is to forever honor II, Korean War Marine veteran will honor not only these three clothes if you walked in the the three men’s historic achieve- and was a member of American heroes but all veterans, past and At least two people were injured on April 18 when a car woods or in long grass. If you ments as veterans and members Legion Post 82. Lt. Gen. Pull- present. Included at the same and SUV collided at the intersection of Old Virginia Street have the symptoms, seek treat- of Post 82. er’s awards include fi ve Navy time will be a re-dedication of and Warner Road in Remlik. The driver of the car above, ment immediately. E. Marshall “Pop” Bristow of Crosses, the Distinguished the post’s new fl ag pole. Follow- Linda Salyer of Center Cross, was airlifted to a Riverside Look for the bull’s eye. If Middlesex County donated the Service Cross, the Silver Star ing the dedication ceremonies, Walter Reed Hospital, where she remained as of Tuesday. you have the rash, you are one land on which American Legion Medal, two Legion of Merit American Legion Bristow-New- The passenger was transported to a local hospital by ambu- of the lucky ones. You can get Post 82 was built. Bristow was a (w/Combat “V”), the Bronze man-Puller Post 82 members lance. Above, members of the Middlesex Volunteer Fire it treated immediately with World War II Army veteran and a Star Medal (w/Combat “V”), will offer refreshments and fel- Department work to extricate the driver. Also responding antibiotics from 10 to 21 days, charter member of Post 82. three Air Medals, the Purple lowship. were the Middlesex County Volunteer Rescue Squad from based on the doctor’s call. You Beryl R. “Dick” Newman of Heart Medal, and three Combat For more information, contact Hartfi eld, and the Central Middlesex Volunteer Rescue need to seek out doctors who Middlesex County was a World Action Ribbons. Commander Millie Hampton at Squad from Urbanna. (Photo by Tom Chillemi) are familiar with the disease. War II Army veteran and was a If anyone knows of any “living 804-347-7323 or McAuley. With the tick season already ramping up, you must act quickly if Lyme disease infec- tion is suspected. According to Conference to focus on ‘developing affordable housing alternatives’ our local doctors, Lyme disease is on the increase in our local Middlesex Partners in will be Orlando Artze, COO Also on the panel will be panel will be Keith Sherrill Also invited are representa- areas. Please be vigilant for Progress will host a confer- of Community Housing Part- Fronce Warlaw, executive of the Community Housing tives from local organizations your own health and your fam- ence on developing affordable ners, a 501(c)(3) organization director, Project Faith (King Offi ce; Local Government involved with affordable hous- ily’s health. housing alternatives in rural whose mission “is to create George), a 501(c)(3) organi- Outreach, VHDA. The VHDA ing (examples, Social Services, Molly Banfi eld grew up at areas including the Northern affordable, green, sustainable zation whose “goal is to pro- is a not-for-profi t created by veterans groups and Habitat Wake in Middlesex County and Neck and Middle Peninsula. housing opportunities and ser- vide housing to low-income the Commonwealth of Vir- for Humanity), and govern- is a current biology major at All interested individuals are vices for the people and com- individuals and those with ginia. Its mission is to help ment offi cials that deal with the University of Mary Wash- invited to attend. The confer- munities we serve.” His topic disabilities. His topic will be Virginians obtain quality, developing affordable hous- ington. She will represent her ence will be Thursday, May 16, will be building affordable managing affordable housing. affordable housing. His topic ing (zoning, permitting and college at the equestrian inter- from 10 a.m.-noon at Saluda housing. The third member of the will be facilitating affordable approval process) who will be collegiate national horse show Baptist Church on Route 33. housing. available to help answer ques- in Harrisburg, Pa., in May. A principal panel participant The program will start with tions or concerns. a brief overview from the For additional information, Budget . . . (Continued from page A1) panel members followed by a contact Dave Cryer at hous- question-and-answer session ing@mpipva. org or 758- guy. Any money set aside by book, “Signatures in Time,” for all in attendance. 1502. the citizens and taken in by cost $80,000 and there has the government will be spent, been no report on how it is and much of it will not go to selling. “It is a very nice book the local private sector. What I for people who have lived here want you to do is pass a budget all their lives to sit back and without a tax increase, collect read, but $80,000 worth?” the money that is delinquent, The budget states that funds and write more (speeding) received from the sale of the 8 H tickets. People speed by my book, which was released a house all the time.” in November 2012, is over 0 Hal Muller of Remlik said $29,000. Over 500 of the r he could possibly support a books of the 2,000-copy run 4 tax increase if the funds were have been sold, said assistant . t spent for a legitimate need. He county administrator Marcia said funds should be spent on Jones. The funds have gone 7 f the education of autistic stu- into the general fund. dents, but supervisors have Carolyn Schmalenberger, 7 i a history of wasting money. president of the Deltaville He noted the county’s history Community Association 6 e (DCA) and owner of Norton . l Yacht Sales in Deltaville, said, “I think it’s an extraordinary 7 d Discount Saturdays at Best Value move by the board of supervisors to hire an economic 5 Don’t have extra time to cut coupons? Save 5% on your total purchase of $25.00 or more just development person, and I for shopping local with us on Saturdays beginning April 27, 2013. This will last for an thank you (supervisors) and 8 V undetermined time depending on the support from the community. Matt (Walker) very much for including it in the budget. 0 a View our weekly ad at www.BestValueSupermarket.net. “There are a number of vacant buildings in Deltaville You can also find us on . and throughout the county,” www.hometownlighting.com she said. “We need someone to fi nd outside fi rms to locate in 10748 Buckley Hall Rd. our county and this [economic Mathews, VA 23109 • 804-725-7647 development] person would work towards that. “We have a beautiful rural environment, which is attractive to business,” Schmalenberger continued. “The Deltaville Maritime BRING MORE COMFORT Museum is a boating destina- tion, and we need to continue TO YOUR WORLD AND to develop that. We need to $ $ interact locally, regionally and GET UP TO $1,350 25off 25off globally. We can’t live in the Contract Price Per System For New Customers Who Sign A Service Call For past century. We have to rec- CASH BACK*. A Service Agreement New Customers ognize new trends. I think an *For a limited time. 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A4 • Southside Sentinel • Urbanna, Va. • April 25, 2013 April 25, 2013 • Southside Sentinel • Urbanna, Va.• A5 Working Waterman’s Weekend Working Waterman’s Weekend to open maritime park season by Bill Powell Barbecue and Shrimp Dinner and Dance under antique fi re engine will be there along with our Middlesex” and “Ambush at Wilton Creek” “Ferdinand,” demonstration crab pots and shed- Events Director the new north wing of the events pavilion and favorite Deltaville Diesel Marine mechanic, exhibits. Hey, we’re starting small but watch us ding tank, and a classic work scow and oyster Maritime Museum Billz Bistro, and continues on Saturday at 9 a.m. Henry Lackey, and his unique, antique diesel grow. reef to try your hand at tonging. with the “offi cial” 2013 opening of the maritime engines—and they all run! Can you hear ‘em? The Rappahannock Railroaders with their The Saturday action continues into the eve- know all of you are just dying to come by the park and a full slate of activities for everyone. “Chugga-burp-chugga!” ever-popular model trains for young and old ning as the gates open at 4 p.m. for the fi rst-ever IDeltaville Maritime Museum and take a look With over 40 vendors, the Deltaville Farmers’ Also out in the market area, “Explorer,” alike will be in the new waterfront park area, on Groovin’ in the Park double-header concert. at the new construction and park improvements. Market opens at 9 a.m. with fresh produce, local the museum’s 1600s replica shallop on which the waterside of the new pavilion’s north wing. Groovin’, the park’s outdoor, casual “bring Well, this is the weekend. Beautiful weather is hand-grown and prepared foodstuffs, original Captain John Smith and his crew explored and From 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on the waterfront and your own lawn chair, cooler and picnic” music in the forecast, and there are lots of things to do clothing, artwork and crafts. If you need that mapped the Chesapeake Bay, will be on dis- pierwalk, the museum’s own state and federally- series, kicks off at 5 p.m. with country rockers and see. special something, you can fi nd it here. Due to play. recognized restored buyboat, “F.D. Crockett,” Eileen Edmonds, Jay Gillespie and special guest Whether you are interested in all kinds of the re-imaging of the park, the opening farmers’ Billz Bistro, the park’s food concession, will be will be open for tours, along with Bill Hight’s fi ddler Jake Moore. shopping, food, show cars, model trains, antique market will be situated at the main entrance. open early with coffee and breakfast sandwiches “55th Virginia.” At 6 p.m., a command performance by “Julius boats, civil war exhibits, boat building, creek Vendors wishing to reserve space at the market and stay open until 1:30 p.m. serving hamburg- Free creek cruises aboard classic restored Ray Pittman and the Revival” takes the stage cruises, diesel engines, open-air music or just should call the museum offi ce at 776-7200. ers, hot dogs and some special menu items just workboats also will be offered by Chesapeake with their “beach n’ soul” mix of sparkling horn walking around the new grounds and buildings, Plenty of space is still available. for Working Waterman’s Weekend. Don’t worry, Marine Railway’s “Only Son” and Captain Beh- arrangements, soaring vocals, and that unmis- there is something for you at Deltaville Maritime Nestled in the Wildfl ower Meadow next to the we are in the same location as always, just this rend Tyson’s “Cricket.” Cruises will be “captain’s takable Hammond B-3 sound. Julius Ray Pittman and the Revival” Saturday Museum and Holly Point Nature Park’s Working new museum site, festival-goers will fi nd the year we’ll be behind the market. There will be choice” after 1 p.m. There is plenty of free and convenient park- night, 6–8 p.m. Waterman’s Weekend this Friday and Saturday, Memory Lane Car Club showing and talking plenty of signage to get you to the food. Also on the pierwalk will be the museum’s ing in the maritime park’s grass lots. Drivers will April 26-27. Admission is free. about their restored and well-kept “babies.” The The temporary mini-museum opens at 10 newest acquisition, the 52-foot deadrise “Francis be able to drive in and drop off their gear before The fun starts with the sold-out Friday evening Lower Middlesex Volunteer Fire Department’s a.m. with ship models, and the “Civil War in Smith,” the Crockett’s new push boat and tender parking.

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Park. Visitors will experience two days of food and fun Deltaville ‘Romp At The Rivah’ winners announced attractions and a preview of the massive rebuilding effort ongoing at the museum. Official Season Opening of the Shoppers in spring bonnets shopping event were: Teresa Museum. 776-7200 of all shapes and sizes enjoyed Rogers/Coffman’s, Sheila Community the “Romp At The Rivah” shop Sanderson/Wilton Cottage, Calendar Deltaville event on April 13. Kim Steed/Savita Pets, Carol Saturday, April 27 Mary Sue Langley won Morrell/Kelley’s Salon, Leslie • Deltaville Farmers’ Market 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at the “Best Hat Contest” and Gillie/Nauti Nell’s, Arlene Deltaville Maritime Museum and Holly Point Nature received a gift certificate to Warren/The Crabby Couple Park. 776-7200 Cafe By The Bay provided by Gift Shop, Connie Cornwell/ Passport to Shopping retail- Hammer Time Marine, Evelyn • Mathews Farmers’ Market 9 a.m.–1 p.m. every ers, so that she and a friend can Blaine/West Marine, Margaret Saturday through October on the Court Green in down- go to lunch the next time they Harvey/Pat’s Gallery, Mary town Mathews. All the vendors either make, bake or shop Deltaville. Williams/Boaters’ Boutique, n Virginia’s 4 p.m. Burning Law prohibits burn- grow their products. Fourteen retailers partici- Susan Sohles/Carter’s Cottage, ing before 4 p.m. each day until April 30 if the fire is pated in the event. Each shop Alice Cook/Coastal Comfort, in, or within 300 feet of, woodland, brushland or fields • Middlesex Family YMCA Healthy Kids Day at owner drew one door prize Al Cook/Latitudes, and Linda containing dry grass or other flammable materials. dof. the Middlesex Sports Complex in Locust Hill. There will winner at the Passport to Shop- Bartz/J&W Seafood. virginia.gov/info/faqs-burning.htm be crafts and activities for everyone. 776-8846 ping Deltaville meeting on The next Passport to Shop- Mary Sue Langley won the April 16. Door prize winners ping Deltaville event will be “So n Urbanna Harbor Gallery presents an exhibit titled • Historic Garden Week in Virginia The Garden “Best Hat Contest.” for the “Romp At The Rivah” Long Summer” on August 24. “Life at Water’s Edge” through May 15, featuring Nancy Club of Gloucester will celebrate the 80th anniversary of Richards West and Douglas E. Jones at 202 Virginia Historic Garden Week in Virginia with a history-packed Street in Urbanna. house tour from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Four unique homes and CMVRS plans ‘drive-through’ spaghetti supper one stunning garden, all in Mathews County, will be n Spring Gobbler Season in Virginia is April 13 open this year. www.vagardenweek.org/tours A first for Middlesex Street in Urbanna and pick and $4 for children ages 4-10. through May 18. (866) 468-4263 County, hungry motorists can up a spaghetti supper with Eat-in meals also will be avail- • CMVRS Drive-through Spaghetti Supper 5–7 “drive through” the Central salad, bread and dessert from able. Proceeds will benefit the n Middlesex High School Class of 1998 Your p.m. at the Central Middlesex Volunteer Rescue Squad Middlesex Volunteer Rescue 5-7 p.m. on Saturday, April Central Middlesex Volunteer contact information is needed immediately. The 15-year building on Hilliard Street in Urbanna. Eat-in meals avail- Squad building on Hilliard 27. The cost is $8 for adults Rescue Squad and Auxiliary. class reunion dinner will be held Saturday, June 8. Con- able. tact LaNae’ Budden at 776-3053. • Groovin’ in the Park 5–5:45 p.m., Eileen Edmonds n A History of Commerce in Middlesex County and Jay Gillespie. Small group, big sound—country and The exhibit will be on display through June 16 in the folk rock; 6–8 p.m. “Ray Pittman and the Revival” by museum’s annex building in Saluda. 758-3663 popular demand on the Waterfront Stage. Gates open at 4 p.m. Deltaville Maritime Museum and Holly Point Real . Local . Radio n Middlesex Master Gardeners Horticulture Nature Park. 776-7200 Help Desk 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Monday – Friday. 758-4120 • Casino Night at the Rivah hosted by The Boys & n Deltaville Maritime Museum and Holly Point Girls Club of the Northern Neck, 6–10 p.m. in the club’s Nature Park 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Tuesday – Sunday. 776- Education and Recreation Center at 517 North Main in 7200. Kilmarnock. There will be horse racing, poker, black jack, The Weather Phone roulette, craps, Texas hold’em, and prizes for the win- n Middlesex County Museum 10 a.m.–3 p.m., ners. Tickets can be purchased at the club or online at Wednesday – Saturday, in Saluda. 758-3663 www.bgcnn.com. 443-4400 n Hands Across Middlesex at The Cryer Center Sponsored by King’s Cleaning Service is open 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Tuesday – Friday. The Clothing Tuesday, April 30 Closet is open Tuesdays 10 a.m.–3 p.m. The yard sale is • Bereavement Education and Support Group the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month. sponsored by Hospice of Virginia. It is open to the community and will be held in Tappahannock at the Hos- n GED Classes sponsored by Middle Peninsula RACE pice of Virginia office, 2–3:30 p.m. every other Tuesday are being held at Middlesex High School. 769-1151 through May 14. 443-4090

Thursday, April 25 Friday, May 3 • MES Fine Arts Festival 6:30–7 p.m. a Musical Pro- • Herbs In The Landscape The Middlesex County duction and 7–8 p.m. at Art Show. Woman’s Club will sponsor a fundraiser at Christ Church Parish Hall in Christchurch beginning at 11:30 a.m. The guest speaker is Don Haynie, a popular specialist in Friday, April 26 herbs and herb gardening. Reserved seating. 758-1357 • Middlesex Elementary School Pre-kindergar- ten Screenings Children being screened must be 4 years of age by September 30, 2013. To schedule an May 3–4 appointment, call MES at 758-2496. • Relay for Life of Middlesex at the Middlesex Sports Complex. 824-1424 • Shrimp and Barbecue Dinner and Dance 5–9 p.m., “Charles Arthur and the Bellevue Rhythm-Aires” with very special vocal guest. Deltaville Maritime Saturday, May 4 Museum and Holly Point Nature Park. 776-7200 • Mathews Farmers’ Market 9 a.m.–1 p.m. every Saturday through October on the Court Green in down- • The Holmes Brothers in Concert 7 p.m. at St. town Mathews. All the vendors either make, bake or Clare Walker Middle School, Locust Hill. Enjoy an unfor- grow their products. gettable evening of family fun to benefit the Middlesex County Museum and Historical Society, and the • Virginia Motor Speedway VA Army National Middlesex NAACP. 824-8085 Guard Dirt Series Weekly Racing. Gates open at 5 p.m., racing starts at 8 p.m., in Jamaica, Va. 758-1867

April 26 & 27 • Northern Neck Orchestra presents “Treasures • Working Waterman’s Weekend 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at from our Attic” at 7:30 p.m. at Lancaster Middle School, the Deltaville Maritime Museum and Holly Point Nature Kilmarnock.

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Volunteer Rescue Squad, Deltaville. Weekly Events • Al-Anon/Adult Children of Alcoholics meets at 8 p.m. every Monday at Kilmarnock United Methodist Thursdays Church. 480-4292 • Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group 1:30 p.m. the fourth Thursday of the month at Port Town Village Apartments, 111 Port Town Lane, Tuesdays Urbanna. 758-2386 • Rotary Club 7:30 a.m. every Tuesday for breakfast • Cancer Center Support Group 3–4 p.m. the second at the Pilot House Restaurant, Topping. 694-6416 and fourth Thursday of the month at Rappahannock • Aphasia Group 11 a.m. – noon every Tuesday at General Hospital. 435-8593 RGH Outpatient Rehab, Kilmarnock. 435-8501 • Autism/Aspergers Syndrome Support Group • Alzheimer’s Support 3–4 p.m. the first Tuesday of 6 p.m. the first and third Thursday of the month at the month at Bridges Outpatient Services, 113 DMV Forest Chapel Church, Forest Chapel Road, Warner. Drive, Kilmarnock. 435-9237 758-2624 • Chess 4 p.m. every Tuesday at the Middlesex • Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support County Public Library, Deltaville. 776-7362 Group 6 p.m. the third Thursday of the month at • RGH Diabetes Support Group 5 p.m. the first Alzheimer’s Association office, 7335 Lewis Avenue, Tuesday of the month at the RGH Rehabilitation and Gloucester. 695-9382 Sports Medicine Center, Kilmarnock. 435-8305 • Deltaville Community Association 7 p.m. the • Middlesex Tea Party Patriots 5:30 p.m. dinner third Thursday of the month at the Deltaville Commu- and 7 p.m. business meeting the third Tuesday of the nity Association building. month at the Pilot House Restaurant, Topping. • Cub Scout Pack 307 6 p.m. every Tuesday at Harmony Grove Baptist Church, Harmony Village. Fridays 347-7323 • Knitting Group 10 a.m. every Friday at Cross Street • Lions Club 7 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of Coffee, Urbanna. the month at the Beacon, Topping. 776-7508 • Overeaters Anonymous 7 p.m. every Tuesday at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 435 Church Street, Saturdays Kilmarnock. • Alcoholics Anonymous Open 12-and-12 meeting, • Middlesex County NAACP 7 p.m. the fourth 5:30 p.m. every Saturday at Zoar Baptist Church. 776- Tuesday of the month at Bethlehem Star Lodge, 7629 Saluda. • Al-Anon 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday at Harmony Grove Sundays Baptist Church, Topping. • Cub Scout Pack 314 2 p.m. every Sunday at Hermitage Baptist Church in Church View. 347-7323 Wednesdays • Story Hour 9:30 a.m. every Wednesday at the Middlesex Family YMCA. 776-7362 Mondays • Knitters Group 10 a.m. every Wednesday at • Veterans Café 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. every Monday all Urbanna United Methodist Church. veterans are welcome at 84 Main Street, Warsaw. 769- • Story Hour 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday at the 2751 Middlesex County Public Library, Urbanna Branch. • Dementia Support Group 10:30 a.m. the first 756-5717 Monday of the month at the Alzheimer’s Association • Story Hour 3 p.m. every Wednesday at Urbanna office, 7335 Lewis Ave., Gloucester. 695-9382 Methodist Church. 756-5717 • Boy Scout Troop 370 6 p.m. every Monday at the • Bingo 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the Booster American Legion Hall, Saluda. 347-7323 Club, Hartfield. 758-2910 • Kiwanis Club of Middlesex 6 p.m. every Monday at the United Methodist Church, Urbanna. 758- Email your event to [email protected] by 2020. Friday for consideration. Please keep your event • Bingo 7 p.m. every Monday at Middlesex County information current. April 25, 2013 • Southside Sentinel • Urbanna, Va.• A7 at the library Relay for Life is May 3-4 at sports complex by Ralph Oppenheim use an upgrade. There are any number of other Executive Director things we really need money for. So, please Survivors, caregivers and donate either by mail or electronically. If you supporters will gather for Earlier this week a group of volunteers met don’t receive an appeal letter and want to help Middlesex County’s Relay for at the Deltaville Branch to assemble the Annual your library, please call us. We’d be happy to Life on Friday and Saturday, Fund letters. There’s great camaraderie among send you one pronto, so you, too, can get in on May 3-4, at the Middlesex the volunteers. It’s a very low-tech pro- the fun! Sports Complex in Locust cess of stuffi ng and sealing enve- This Monday is the Volunteer Hill. lopes. This year, for the fi rst time, Recognition Luncheon. The Everyone there will show you have the option of donating library could not operate with- their love and support for those to the library using a very up-to- out our volunteers. Since the suffering from, or having suf- date method. You can go to the volunteers will be at the lun- fered through, the pain of library’s website (www.your- cheon, the library will be closed cancer. middlesexlibrary.org) and click that day, thus proving the valid- Susan Hurley-Fowler, a two- on an icon for GiveRichmond.org ity of my previous statement. It time cancer survivor, will give a that will take you to our institutional occurs to me that we don’t have a special caregiver speech during The “Throwin Wake” band will play at 7 p.m. at the portrait. From that page you can make a single volunteer that is unlikable. the relay. Hurley-Fowler said Middlesex Relay for Life celebration on Friday, May 3, at gift using the secure website provided by the Last Tuesday was National Library Workers being a cancer survivor caused the Middlesex County Sports Complex in Locust Hill. Community Foundation Serving Richmond Day (NLWD). According the American Library her to look at life in a different and Central Virginia. I prefer the old-fashioned Association, NLWD is a day for library staff, way. “It made me more thank- vor and will proudly walk the event is planned with Paul way. users, administrators and Friends groups to rec- ful for every day I have,” she survivors’ lap at the Relay for Kellar as DJ. The “Throwin’ The Annual Fund letter mentions the Urbanna ognize the valuable contributions made by all said. “You take life for granted Life!” Wake” band will perform. Branch roof, which needs a re-do. It doesn’t library workers. Every once in a while National but this slows you down and Hurley-Fowler is one of Guest speakers include Gail mention the ceiling beneath the roof, which also Library Workers Day and National Pay Equity makes you thankful for all you many team captains participat- Keefe and Susan Hurley- needs rehabilitation. The lighting could also Day coincide. But not very often. Ah, well. have.” ing in Relay for Life this year. Fowler. There will be door Hurley-Fowler said her hus- Her team name “Treasures, prizes, a silent auction, corn- band Marvin has provided Hopes and Dreams” has spe- hole games, karaoke, zumba, amazing support in cial meaning to movies and lots more fun Public invited to birthday Bird walk at her cancer battle. her. “Treasures” activities all night long. All are party of former town resident Chilton Woods “He is the great- are her wonderful invited to attend and celebrate. est caregiver and I RELAY friends and won- “Everyone who works with Bristow’s Store in Urbanna is After the death of her par- due April 27 thank God for him FOR LIFE derful husband and the Relay touches the lives of the oldest commercial business ents, Bettie Allen went to live each day,” she said. ® caregiver. “Hopes” cancer survivors and caregiv- in Middlesex County. It was with various family members, “He was there by is for the hope that ers every day. Relay for Life founded in 1876 by Robert S. and for the past 20 years she On Saturday, April 27, the my side through some day there gives us the opportunity to Bristow Sr. His son, R.S. (Bob) has lived at the Shepherd’s Northern Neck Audubon the pain, surgery will be a cure for celebrate, remember, and fi ght Bristow Jr., ran the store until Home in Union Grove, Wis- Society will conduct a bird and the many treat- cancer. “Dreams” is back. Each day is a new day. 1987. It is still in operation consin. walk at 8 a.m. at Chilton ments. When Marvin could for dreaming of a healthy life Live it, and celebrate it, and today and owned by Richard She is a lifelong member of Woods State Forest led by not be there, I had wonder- without cancer. remember it!” said Hurley- and Pat Marshall of Urbanna. Urbanna Baptist Church. Frank Schaff. ful dedicated friends to help “My reason for participat- Fowler. Bettie Allen Bristow is the Every year Bettie Allen Chilton Woods is in Lancaster me through the rough times. I ing in the Relay for Life event It is not too late to sign up daughter of the late Bob and has come to Urbanna in the County. This is prime time for cherish and thank God for each is personal, because I am a for a team or even start a team! Elizabeth Bristow. She grew spring to see precious friends migrating birds, especially war- and every one of them. When survivor, but we all participate The American Cancer Society up in Urbanna and will be turn- and favorite places. This blers. Recently, Frank Schaff something like this happens, in Relay events because we’ve along with Middlesex Relay for ing 70 years old this year. Her year her Claybrook cousins has seen the following birds: and you think it’s the end of the been affected by cancer in Life teams have been working family is planning “a commu- are inviting everyone to the black-and-whites, northern world, you fi nd out where all some way. This is our oppor- hard to save more lives faster. nity birthday party” for her at birthday party at the Woman’s parula, chestnut-sided and yel- your friends are.” tunity to honor other cancer This year 12 million cancer the Middlesex County Woman’s Club on April 27. “We’d like low-throated warblers, scarlet Hurley-Fowler said cancer survivors, remember people survivors celebrated another Club building on Saturday, April people to bring their smiles, and summer tanagers, yellow- “will change you and make you we have lost, and raise funds birthday. The American Cancer 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. their memories and their best billed cuckoos, and Acadian look within and be thankful for for groundbreaking research, Society thanks everyone Bettie Allen lived in Urbanna wishes,” said cousin Laurelyn fl ycatchers. all we are blessed with in life. It information and services for for their part in making this from her birth in 1943 until Claybrook. Directions—From Kilmar- will make you dig deep in your people fi ghting cancer,” she happen. both her parents died in 1988. For more information on the nock, take Route 3 West to soul and inspire you to reach said. If you would like to participate She is a descendant of Christo- party, please email Claybrook Lively. Continue on Route 3 out to others. Cancer realigned The Middlesex Relay for in any way, contact Sharon Dar- pher Robinson of Hewick, so at [email protected], or call approximately 1.5 miles and my priorities. I feel courageous Life encourages everyone to nell at 824-1424 or visit www. her roots go deep! 301-622-0360. turn right onto Route 617 and strong. I feel like a survi- get involved. An exciting Relay relayforlife.org/middlesexva. (Alphonso Road). Go 1.25 miles and turn left onto Route WE’RE GOING PLACES! 600 (Lara Road). Go 1.5 Invasive Plant Removal Day set for May 4 miles and turn left onto Route MAY TOURS 602 (Field Trial Road). Meet The Virginia Master Natural- They are widely recognized many parts of the state and at the fi rst parking lot on the ists and the Virginia Native Plant as a costly and leading threat everyone’s help is needed to CHARLESTON & SAVANNAH left. Society will host a statewide to healthy ecosystems. They reclaim our natural areas. MAY 7-10, 2013 There will be several pairs Invasive Plant Removal Day out-compete native species for Attendees should wear sturdy Guided tours of Charleston & Savannah, Charleston of loaner binoculars available. on Saturday, May 4. Locally the same resources, eventually shoes or boots and gloves. Pre- Harbor Cruise, Magnolia Plantation Home & Nature Tram Please call Frank Schaff at the Northern Neck chapters of harming trees, wildlife, and registration is requested by 462-0084 to let him know that these organizations are holding water quality. Invasive plants contacting charlene.talcott@ Tour, Tour of Fort Sumter, Southern-style buffet lunch at you are going to attend in case an event at Belle Isle State Park have taken a fi rm foothold in dcr.virginia.gov. Paula Deen’s Lady & Sons. the walk is cancelled. from 9 a.m. to noon. WASHINGTON ZOO EXCURSION Visit www.northernneck- Invasive species are non- audubon.org for information of native species that cause eco- MAY 18, 2013 upcoming events. logical or economic harm. Spend a day of fun with the whole family. Home to 400 My Zen has been returned home! different species of animals. CHARLOTTESVILLE Dog obedience classes offered I would like to thank everyone for searching and MAY 21, 2013 Gloucester Kennel Club of gloucesterkennelclubofva. praying for Zen to return home. Tour Monticello, Michie Tavern Tour and Lunch, Virginia at 10360 Woods Cross Bring shot records. Wear A special thank you to Linda and John Wager, Afternoon tour of Trump Winery. Roads (Rt. 610) in Gloucester proper shoes and no fl ip-fl ops. Sonny Horton, Diane Adkins, Kim Ball, Chris Ball, will offer 6-week dog classes All pure and mixed breeds are COME JOIN US! on Wednesday evenings May welcome. Mike Smallwood, Dennis and Becky Bigger, Libby 1 through June 5, and June 26 Dogs will learn how to heel Simmons, Cindi Rainier, Faith Jones, Beth Chenault, Adventure Travel through July 31. properly, sit stay, down stay, Jackie Hewitt, Jack and Shelley Bullock, Crystal Chesapeake Commons, Kilmarnock Puppy class will start at 5:30 and the “come” command. 804-436-9200 1-877-436-9200 p.m.; basic class at 6:30 p.m.; Call Diana Wilkie at 725- Bushong, the bingo players at Rappahannock Civic and handling class at 7:30 p.m. 5626 or email her at bugth- Club and so many others that I can’t begin to list. Walk-ins are welcome. [email protected] to register I feel so blessed that so many people were trying Register online at www. or for more information. to bring Zen home. Thank you Shawn Ward and Brandon Frye for bringing my little buddy home! Herb expert to speak at Thank you to my staff and my husband for help- Woman’s Club luncheon ing me through this ordeal. The Middlesex County luncheon will be “Herbs In The Bonnie Glascock Woman’s Club will sponsor Landscape,” and a question- a fundraiser at Christ Church and-answer period will follow Parish Hall in Christchurch his presentation. on Friday, May 3, beginning at There is a limited quantity of 11:30 a.m. tickets available for $25 each The club is delighted to for both the lecture and the The Best announce that the guest luncheon. “This is a wonderful speaker will be Don Haynie, a opportunity for those interested Golf Course popular specialist in herbs and to enjoy a delightful luncheon on the Northern Neck herb gardening. He lives in followed by a speaker who will Williamsburg and is the former advise on how to incorporate owner of Buffalo Springs Herb herbs throughout your garden,” Farm and is now a well-known said a club spokesperson. garden consultant, fl oral For tickets, contact Mickie arranger and lecturer on herb- McCallum at 758-1357 or related topics. His topic for the Anne Massey at 758-3243.

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There will be a free bluegrass music show at Freeshade Community Center in Syringa at 7 p.m. this Saturday, April 27. “The Good Ole Boys” and “The Whart Hogs” will be the featured groups.

To perform Friday

“The Honeywind Bluegrass Boys” (above) will be the opening act at “The Holmes Brothers” concert at 7 p.m. this Friday, April 26, in the auditorium of St. Clare Walker “F.D. Crockett and the Steamer Piankatank off Stingray Point” Middle School, Locust Hill. Deltaville Maritime Museum and artist ‘Oldies but goodies’ to John Barber announce sale of new print take center stage at Donk’s On sale this week are prints Profits from sales of the follows: on paper, $195, image of John Morton Barber’s limited edition prints will size 14” by 24”; on paper Donk’s Theater will present latest painting, “F.D. Crockett be used to rebuild the muse- with the remarque, $695; and its annual Oldies Show, fea- and the Steamer Piankatank um’s contents, lost in the on canvas, $495, image size turing songs from the 1950s, off Stingray Point.” fire. At this time, prints may 16.5” by 28.5”. A portion of 1960s and 1970s in the coun- These prints have come only be purchased through the purchase price may be tax try, rock-a-billy, and early soft Ready to Rock about through a collabora- Smith, who is the museum’s deductible. All purchasers will rock arena. tion between the artist and the sales representative. How- be notified of the deductible For this show, the cast of Country rockers Eileen Deltaville Maritime Museum. ever, copies of the print may amount at a later date. Virginia’s Li’l Ole Opry will Edmonds (above), Jay When Barber heard of the dev- be viewed and ordered at “The Deltaville Mari- perform the songs of well- Gillespie and fiddler Jake astating fire at the Deltaville Rappahannock Hang Ups time Museum is extremely known country and soft-rock Moore will open the Groovin Maritime Museum last July, he in Kilmarnock, The Corner grateful to Mr. Barber for stars. With wigs, “glitter,” in the Park concert season at immediately offered to create Cottage in Gloucester, and his donation of the printing comedy and quality, this show 5 p.m. this Saturday, April an original oil painting and Pat’s Gallery in Deltaville. rights of his painting,” said promises to be a night when the 27, at the Deltaville Mari- donate the copyrights to the This Saturday, April 27, the Smith. “The funds generated Donk’s audience can step back time Museum. museum. print will be available for sale by the sale of these prints in time to experience some of Working with museum staff at the Deltaville Maritime will go a long way toward their favorite music from days and John England, project Museum from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. replacing the many artifacts gone by. manager on the restoration of during the Working Water- lost in the fire.” Donk’s will be alive with Car show the “F.D. Crockett,” the artist man’s Weekend festival. At “I’ve sailed to and from memories when members of suggested the subjects to be all other times, the print will Deltaville for three decades, the Opry cast step out to per- at museum included in the painting. Up be available for sale at Nauti kept a number of boats there, form favorite songs of the past, front and personal is a lovely Nell’s in Deltaville. and owned a home on Jackson including Faron Winter as Tina view of the buyboat F.D. The museum has authorized Creek. With many friends and Turner, PJ Owens as Hank Saturday Crockett steaming toward the a print run of 550 on paper fond memories from those Williams Sr., Steve Motley as Owners of all types of col- mouth of the Piankatank River. and 50 on canvas. Of the 550 days, Deltaville is close to my Jerry Reed, and special guests lector vehicles are encouraged Coming toward the Crockett is prints on paper, 15 have been heart,” Barber said. Courtney Mullins (teaming up to join the Memory Lane Car the steamship “Piankatank,” individually remarqued by Mr. For more information with her mom, Deanna) and Club in support of the Deltaville demonstrating how she earned Barber. The remarque is a small about purchasing the print, Richard Smith with his sister, Maritime Museum’s opening her nickname “Old Smokey.” original pencil drawing done call Smith at 804-815-3102. Lynda Smith, weaving their event, Working Waterman’s In the near distance is Sting- individually by the artist in the The painting may be viewed own special musical magic. Weekend, on Saturday, April ray Point Lighthouse, and in lower border of the print. on the museum’s website at Phil Johnson will be on hand 27. There is no registration fee the far distance the schooner Prices for the prints are as www.deltavillemuseum.com. with his “oldies” saxophone, Donk’s Theater regular for collector vehicles in the “Maggie.” Betsy Ripley with her rendition Phil Johnson event’s car show and the first “The painting is spectacu- of Carly Simon, Uncle Jimmy 50 vehicles receive an appre- lar in its detail and vibrant Wickham, the Shades of Coun- p.m. Doors open to the public ciation gift. The Car Show will color,” said museum curator try and more. at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, reser- be from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Raynell Smith. Admission is $12 for adults; vations and information, call $5 for children. Show time is 8 725-7760. Mathews Art Group Drive-Thru to close its gallery Spaghetti Supper & Dessert From the After much deliberation to “promote the study and otomac iver Saturday, April 27, 2013 • 5–7 p.m. the board of the Mathews appreciation of visual arts,” P r Urbanna Rescue Squad Building Art Group (MAG) has made plans to expand its arts sup- the difficult decision to close port activities with competi- to the $8 Adult $4 Child (4-10) its retail operation, The Gal- tions, shows, workshops and Eat in available lery, located on Main Street seminars. The annual mem- ork iver in downtown Mathews since bership meeting will be held Y r Benefi t Central Middlesex Volunteer Rescue Squad and Auxilliary 1991. MAG president Linda on June 2 at the home of Gib Walker said, “The soft econ- Pulley. a Free Guide omy, a decrease in discretion- MAG activities during the ary spending, and increased upcoming months include to the operating costs are factors in promotion artists who will this decision.” have open studios and displays Clearpool Walker stated that The Gal- during the Tour-de-Chesa- NortherN Neck Pools and Spas lery will officially close for peake bike weekend, sponsor- regular business on April 30; ship of its annual Market Days aNd Now scheduling pool openings for however, it will be open May Art Show and partnership Summer season 2013! 1 through May 4, for artists to with The Bay School Commu- iddle eNiNsula Worry-free Summer maintenance plans available. pick up their work and for last nity Arts Center in sponsoring m P Enjoy a safe and healthy swimming season. minute sales. a fall 2013 juried show. Pub- Opened in 1991 by its lication of the monthly MAG Water testing and diagnostics done on site. parent organization, Mathews newsletter “Palette Talk” will Certified by National Swimming Pool Foundation, Art Group, The Gallery has continue. licensed and Insured. been a focal point of art “The Mathews Art Group activity in Mathews County would like to thank all who (804)335-4570 and beyond, displaying and have been a part of The Gal- offering for sale the work of lery over the years, artists, dozens of artists. “Artists and volunteers, customers, friends members have expressed their and our membership,” said disappointment, but under- the spokesperson. Advertise in the June Rivah! Dobe Run standing, of the decision,” Watch for updates on MAG Canine Boarding & Daycare said MAG spokesperson. news and activities at www. where the stay is great, because we don’t crate! MAG, founded in 1961 mathewsartgroup.com. On newsstands May 23! 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The board audience through the devel- or the Southside Sentinel will meet at 2 p.m. that day. opment of Anderson’s Neck E I The speaker for the 3 p.m. Oyster Company. “It is a at 758-2328 A meeting will be Michael Hild, remarkable story you will not Jack of Diamonds S chief executive of Live Well want to miss!” said a society soon for more information! U “Affording Beauty to the Wise” D Financial in Midlothian, and spokesperson. 804-436-9130 u 800-684-8873 owner of Anderson’s Neck Refreshments will be T O Oyster Company in King and served following the meeting Don’t forget to ask about our Y By Appointment Queen County. The subject of at the church, with oysters Specializing in Certified Diamonds M the program will be “Saving from Anderson’s Neck Oyster Rivah website Special! Pearls and Precious Gems the Bay, One Oyster at a Company. April 25, 2013 • Southside Sentinel • Urbanna, Va.• A9 Terry Barber to perform Tickets on sale for Bayside Work of metal sculptor for Concerts by the Bay Youth Ballet Spring Gala on display in Kilmarnock The Bayside Youth Ballet, Terry Barber, countertenor serving the Middle Peninsula John Latell, metal worker superstar and formerly “the and Northern Neck, has a long and sculptor, will have a one- jewel in Chanticleer’s crown” history of community involve- man show at the Studio Gal- (The Oregonian), will perform ment and exceptionalism lery in Kilmarnock during the a diverse program of classi- through dance and leadership. month of May. The exhibit cal and popular favorites at In the fall of 1992, Bay- will open with a reception Mathews High School, 9889 side Youth Ballet (BYB) was on Friday, May 3, from 5 to 7 Buckley Hall Road, Mathews, founded by Debbie Diggs, p.m. at the Studio Gallery. on Sunday, April 28, at 3 p.m. owner of Diggs School of Latell grew up in rural Tickets are $25 at the door. Dance, to provide young danc- Virginia and remembers his Youth through high school are ers with enhanced instruction decision to work with metal admitted free. and extra performance oppor- was formed early in life. He Sculpture by John Latell Concerts by the Bay is also tunities. said, “The event, as I remem- pleased to announce the artists Diggs received her dance ber it, was a kind of commu- experimented with various to appear during the 2013-14 training from Ballet Florida, nion with the molten earth. I materials. concert season, including a Ballet Royal, and the Cecchetti made a decision based on the From Richmond, he moved performance by the incompa- Council of America. She has mysterious description of a to Pittsburgh where he rable Hal Linden. The schedule studied with Marie Hale, Lea man who lived in the foothills worked in the arts commu- and ticket prices are available Darwin, Gus Giordano, Alvin of Virginia. He was a black- nity and had the opportunity at www.concertsbythebay.org Ailey, Jo Rowan and Edith smith.” to work on many group proj- or call 725-9776. “Early bird” Royal. Her teacher training The artist’s early life on a ects. He also completed his season tickets purchased before has included Dance Masters The Bayside Youth Ballet farm provided him with plenty degree in art from Carlow June 1 will be discounted by Terry Barber of America, Cecchetti Coun- will celebrate its 20th anni- of opportunity to explore and University. $5. cil of America, the Vaganova versary with a Spring Gala observe nature and its crea- Since returning to Vir- Barber, an alumnus of as his own rEvolv imprint. School of Teaching, University on Saturday, May 18, at 7 tures. As a teenager, he hiked ginia, Latell is back to his Grammy Award winning vocal In 2009, Barber founded of Nebraska, and Kent State p.m. in the Gloucester High in the Canadian Rockies and original love of ironwork. It ensemble “Chanticleer,” has “Artist for a Cause,” a non- University. School auditorium. For more lived in Ecuador, Mexico, encompasses everything from established himself on the profi t corporation created Dancers audition for mem- information, call 694-5900 and Costa Rica. In Mexico, brightly-painted metal fl owers international stage as a dis- to organize collaborations bership as an apprentice or or visit www.baysideyouth- he apprenticed in an artisanal and wind chimes to sculptural tinguished vocalist and enter- between artists and the chari- senior dancer and set to work ballet.com. metal shop. works depicting local water- tainer, demonstrating a broad ties they support. on the fi rst performances held When Latell returned from fowl to garden structures and vocal and stylistic range. His Concerts by the Bay is a non- on an annual basis. The fi rst performances and community Costa Rica in 1992, he found sculptural ironwork. Many of solo work includes appearances profi t organization committed Bayside Youth Ballet (BYB) projects. BYB has fundraised his way to the sculpture his works are commissioned. at the Metropolitan Opera, to providing high-quality musi- Company performance was and performed for a variety of department of Virginia Com- His work is regularly on dis- New York City Opera, Spoleto cal and other programs for the May 1, 1993. Over the years needs ranging from local fami- monwealth University where play at the Studio Gallery and Festival and a feature solo- entertainment and enrichment BYB has brought the gift of lies to Operation Smile. he learned the fundamental can be seen on his website ist performance at Moscow’s of their audience in the Middle dance through lecture demon- In 2009, BYB started its fi rst concepts of studio art and www.wicomicoForge.com. Svetlanov Hall at the specifi c Peninsula. Concerts by the strations and community per- annual “Summer Dance Expe- request of composer Georgs Bay has reciprocal agreements formances. rience,” a summer dance camp Pelecis. Barber has recorded a with Arts Alive in West Point, In 1996 BYB performed its taught and led by BYB danc- multitude of recordings on all and the Rappahannock Concert fi rst full-length ballet, “The ers under the supervision of Fatal yet ‘great’ symphony major classical labels, as well Association in Heathsville. Snow Maiden.” This ballet was the faculty of Diggs School of performed annually for sev- Dance. to be performed by NNO eral years before the company This past December, BYB began showcasing excerpts performed for The Gloucester Music afi cionados won’t “On hearing the fi rst Cuckoo from classical ballets and orig- House, Coast Guard children’s want to miss the Northern in Spring,” and “Summer- inal choreography. party, the Laurel Shelter, and Neck Orchestra’s rise to night on the River.” In 2011, BYB returned to a Achilles and Abingdon ele- greatness as they perform All area students are story ballet performing “Peter mentary schools. Franz Schubert’s “Symphony invited to attend Northern and the Wolf.” This year the Today, 20 years later, BYB No. 9 in C Major” (the Great) Neck Orchestra (NNO) con- BYB will present their 20th continues to look to the future on Saturday, May 4, at 7:30 certs for free. Single concert anniversary Spring Gala on as it continues to enhance the p.m. in the Lancaster Middle tickets ($20) are available at 651 Mill Creek Road, Wake, Va. 23176 Saturday, May 18, at 7 p.m. at community through dance. School Theatre. the door, or may also be pur- (804) 824-8568 Gloucester High School. The mission of Bayside Youth Written while Schubert chased at The Kilmarnock [email protected] Community service and out- Ballet is to provide superior starved and suffered through Antique Gallery, Ross’s Rings 30 years experience reach are an integral part of the instruction, exceptional curric- a stifl ing Vienna summer, the and Things, and The Book PUTTING CUSTOMERS FIRST membership experience, and ulum, nurturing environments, Great Symphony outlasted Nook in Kilmarnock, and at are reached through benefi t and rigorous performance stan- its composer who died a few Material Girl Quilt Shop in dards for aspiring young danc- months later at the young Burgess, and at Ann’s Family ers. As a result, many of the age of 31. Ten years passed Dining in Glenns. dancers have pursued a career before Robert Schumann For information, or to in the performing arts fi eld and discovered the score, calling reserve tickets in advance, dance education. it a “symphony of heavenly call 804-438-5225. The NNO Currently, alumni are faculty length.” is partially funded by the members of Diggs School of Other “Hidden Treasures Rappahannock Foundation for Dance as well as serving on the from our Attic,” the theme of the Arts, the Virginia Commis- Announcing a new board of directors. In addition, the spring concert, include sion for the Arts, the National past members are dancing and Maurice Ravel’s “Le Tom- Endowment for the Arts, loan production office in Hartfield. choreographing for companies beau de Couperin,” and two Dominion Resources Inc. and in New York and international pieces by Frederick Delius, the Tidewater Foundation. dance companies. Several alumni have or are currently pursuing a degree in dance th from colleges and universities. Grand Opening Celebration on May 17 The company is governed by a board of directors estab- 12 until 4 p.m. lished to assist the company in realizing its mission and posi- We’re The Bank of One-on-One, treating customers like tively contributing to the qual- neighbors and giving them great mortgages. That’s our creed. ity of life in local communities. Active community involvement Now, we’ll do the same in Middlesex County. Come by our is also critically important to new loan production office on May 17th from 12 until 4pm – the overall success of the non- we’re having a grand opening party with food, refreshments profi t company. In addition to performances and door prizes. We’ll be happy to shake your hand, by the company members because that’s how we do business. during the spring gala, many of the alumni will be performing as well. A special addition 10880 General Puller Highway to the show will be appearances (804) 776-1050 by company and alumni fathers. Lucas Bohn, a longtime friend of the ballet company and professional comedian will serve as the emcee for the evening. Tick- ets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 10 years old, and are available at the Mathews Visitor Center, the Silver Box in Gloucester, both Diggs School of Dance studios in Mathews and Gloucester, as well as from members of the company. The Bank of You. The company will hold open BankOfLancaster.com auditions on Friday, May 31, at the Diggs School of Dance. For more information, call 694- 5900 or visit www.baysidey- outhballet.com. donk’s TheaTer ROUTE 198 at HUDGINS IN MATHEWS, VA Phone (804) 725-7760 VIRGINIA’S Lil Ole Opry presents: 50’s, 60’s &70’s Oldies Show Saturday • April 27, 2013 • 8 p.m. PLUS All the Opry Regulars Shades of Country

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BOL-5005_PrintAd_5.415x10.5_B&W_mech.indd 1 4/22/13 10:52 AM A10 • Southside Sentinel • Urbanna, Va. • April 25, 2013 Boats from four dealerships to be Ruby Tuesdays Middle Bay Boat Show to host MVFD coming to Norview Marina featured at Deltaville Dealer Days fundraiser Norview Marina in Deltaville replica of the shallop Captain Deltaville boat dealerships we have some returning friends recently opened its Deltaville On Monday, May 6, Ruby will host the third annual John Smith used to explore and Annapolis Yacht Sales South, ready to move up into larger offi ce under the direction of Tuesdays in Gloucester will Middle Bay Boat Show, a land map the Chesapeake Bay in Chesapeake Yacht Sales, Norton boats, but we get just as jazzed Skip Madden. “Unfortunately,” donate 20% of the cost of qual- and in-water event, which will 1607-1608. Explorer was built Yachts and S&J Yachts will up over the small boat buyers, said Madden, “we won’t have ifying meals to the Middlesex take place on Saturday, May by the Deltaville Maritime hold their spring open houses at because for them, it’s all new.” a variable draft Southerly to Volunteer Fire Department 4, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Museum in 2006. the Deltaville Dealer Days Boat As the Virginia dealer for display at the show, but will (MVFD) of Urbanna. Cer- Sunday, May 5, from 11 a.m.-5 Last year’s Middle Bay Boat Show on Saturday and Sunday, Carolina Classic Sportfi shing have literature available and tifi cates must be presented p.m., rain or shine. Show drew nearly 1,200 visi- May 4-5, between 10 a.m.-4 Boats and Catalina Yachts sail- can arrange appointments for and can be obtained from any The show will be sponsored tors. “This is the only show of p.m. boats, Chesapeake Yacht Sales interested boaters to inspect a MVFD fi refi ghter or by calling by Chesapeake Bay Magazine, its kind in the Middle Bay and These four dealers represent (CYS) will have a Carolina Southerly in Annapolis at their fi re chief Ray Burch at 380- West Marine, Richmond’s K95 it has grown since its inaugu- several major new-boat manu- Classic 28 and a Catalina 355 convenience. We look forward 0867. “We’re here to help you, Country, The Local Scoop and ral year in 2011. This year, we facturers, providing plenty of at its dock for inspection. “We to introducing these lovely and you can help us and enjoy the Virginia Marine Trades are celebrating the trademark- variety allowing boat buyers to will have many clean, pre-loved yachts to mid-Chesapeake sail- a good meal at the same time,” Association, and is expected to ing of Deltaville as “The Boat- compare and contrast while get- power and sailboats on display,” ors.” said Burch. feature a variety of boat brands ing Capitol of the Chesapeake ting the best advice available as said Carl Hawkins, CYS yacht Anne and Jonathan Hutchins including Grady-White, Cobia, Bay,” said Ernie Asaff, owner they research which brand will broker. of Annapolis Yacht Sales South Parker, Sea Fox, Sea Cat, Edge- of Norview Marina. “On May best suit their boating needs. Cori Williams added “I have are looking forward to an excel- water, Key West, Chapparal, 4-5, Deltaville also will host Sailboats represented will be a newly listed Rhodes sailboat lent show. “An in-water display HVFD dinner Scout, Carolina Cat and Polar Deltaville Dealer Days, an Beneteau, Catalina, Jeanneau, coming over from Mathews for of new Beneteau sail and pow- among others. open house at several marinas Marlow Hunter and South- the show. It’s a lovely, unique erboats right outside our offi ce is Saturday In addition, more than 30 in the area. The town will lit- erly. Powerboat lines include boat—come take a look.” at the Deltaville Marina will exhibitors will showcase every- erally be awash in enthusiastic Beneteau, Carolina Classic Carolyn Norton Schmalen- make viewing easy and fun. The Hartfi eld Volunteer Fire thing from marine electronics boaters during the weekend.” and Marlow Mainship. Each berger of Norton Yachts said, Our sailboats will include a Department will hold a chicken to custom canvas products and Admission is free and there of the dealerships also brokers “We really look forward to Beneteau First 20, a Beneteau dinner from 5-7 p.m. on Satur- marine fuel polishing services. will be fun activities for the used boats, broadening buyers’ Deltaville Dealer Days each 37LE with the elegant grey day, April 27, in its pavilion. This year, the Deltaville kids. For more information, options as to age, size and year because it is an opportu- hull and an Oceanis 41. On the Eat-in or take-out. Advance Maritime Museum will again contact Norview Marina at price. nity for Norton Yachts to greet power side, the Beneteau Barra- tickets ($10) only; call 694- display “Explorer,” its fully 776-6463 or visit www.nor- Lew Grimm of Chesapeake new customers and catch up cuda 9 will make its fi rst visit to 9045. functional sailing and rowing viewmarina.com. Yacht Sales looks forward to with boaters that are already the southern Bay for this event. the Deltaville Dealer Days Boat a part of Norton’s ‘extended For 60 years Annapolis Yacht Show each year as “a chance family.’ The boating lifestyle is Sales has served boaters on the to introduce new folks to boat- both magnetic and contagious, Bay, selling new boats as well ing and to help ‘seasoned salts’ so it gives us great joy to have as a great variety of brokerage fi nd their next boat. Each year a small part in helping boaters boats, which we will also have fi nd that next boat, or fi gure out available for viewing.” how to become a boat owner. Visitors should sign in at each Autism . . . This year is especially exciting dealership to participate in a for Norton Yachts because it drawing for cash prizes of $300, (Continued from page A1) is the 65th anniversary of our $200, and $100. Also, the four business.” dealers urge visitors to patron- that children with autism are S&J Yachts of Annapolis and ize the 28 local businesses that not being properly helped here Rock Hall, Md., the U.S. dealer have generously sponsored in Middlesex,” said Bullock. for Southerly Yachts, has only Deltaville Dealer Days. “I’ve been to school offi cials but feel I’ve received very little support. I don’t really know Healthy Kids Day is Saturday where to go for help and I’m not the only parent with this The Middlesex Family Identity Kits for the kids. The problem. YMCA will hold its annual Middlesex Volunteer Fire “We don’t want our children Healthy Kids Day on Satur- Department of Urbanna will to have to be sent an hour or day, April 27, at the Middlesex have a truck at the event for all two away to go to school,” Bull- Sports Complex in Locust future fi refi ghters to enjoy, and ock said. “I’ve brought some Hill. There will be crafts and the Central Middlesex Volun- people with me who also have activities for everyone. The teer Rescue Squad will feature children with autism and we Middlesex County Sheriff’s its new state-of-the-art ambu- want to know what the county Offi ce will be on hand to make lance. All are invited. is going to do to improve the education of our children, instead of sending them an (Continued from page A1) hour or two away.” Arrests . . . Kim Dubeau of Remlik also in Gloucester County, one on olas Alvarado, Daniel Carlton has a child with autism. “We Route 17 in Hayes and another Bray, Jeffrey Allen Fowlkes, are in desperate need of help,” on Route 14 in the Gloucester Rachel Ellon Webb-Harvey, Thank you to all Deltaville Dealer Sponsors she said. “We are not treated Court House area. and Shawn Ronald Woodlen. fairly. We have no access to Called “Operation Direct In addition, Pratt faces Virginia Sportsman Broad Creek Marina Deltaville Auto Sales, Inc Parts City Chesapeake Bay Brown’s Marine Deltaville Marina Phase 2 Marine Canvas, LLC safety in the community.” Pressure,” the raids involved charges of being a felon in pos- Pleasant Living Cafe’ by the Bay Deltaville Diesel-Henry Lackey Sea Tow Dubeau said her son has a the Virginia State Police and session of a fi rearm, and pos- Spinsheet Chesapeake Cove Marina Boat Loans from EVB Stingray Point Sailing School 70-minute ride to school and the Tri-River’s Drug Task sessing a fi rearm during drug PassageMaker Coastal Comfort Mattress & Bedding Hurd’s Hardware The Ship’s Tailor the vehicles they use to trans- Force, comprised of inves- traffi cking. Stacie Jo Hopkins Proptalk Coastal Marine, Inc. J & W Seafood & Tackle Shoppe Traditional Yacht Surveyors The Local Scoop Cocomo’s Restaurant Neena Rodgers-Isabell Horsley Ullman Sails, Va port him are unsuitable. She tigators from the counties also faces a charge of pos- All At Sea Southeast C2 Canvas Real Estate Wendy’s Custom Yacht Canvas said the vehicles often do not of Gloucester, Middlesex, sessing a fi rearm during drug Bay Canvas Delta Boat Survey-Ray Walden Olive For Yoga West Marine have working air-conditioning, Mathews and York; and police traffi cking, and a charge of which on hot days has made departments in James City distribution of drug parapher- her son sick. County and Poquoson. Two nalia. She also voiced concern offi cers of the Middlesex Sher- Others facing a charge of Your choice makes a difference. over inexperienced drivers. iff’s Offi ce participated in the distribution of drug parapher- “You need to have drivers who search warrant execution. nalia include A. Hopkins, Keeping your shopping dollars LOCAL supports you LOCAL community. know how to handle situations The seven men and fi ve Alvarado, Bray, Fowlkes, and . . . drivers who know what to women arrested on April 18 Webb-Harvey. say and what not to say to these all were from Gloucester Those arrested were being children. County. Each is charged with held in Norfolk City Jail and “Right now, the school two felonies—conspiracy to were scheduled for a hearing system is providing our chil- distribute, and possession with in U.S. District Court on April 2013 Porch & Patio dren with vehicles that are intent to distribute an analogue 24. breaking down. You put my son of a controlled substance. Investigators have identi- FREE Storage & FREE Delivery! in a vehicle and it breaks down, They include Justin Darrell fi ed one business in Middlesex and you have a driver like I had Pratt, Ryan David Fernandes, County that allegedly has sold on Thursday who opens the Althea Nicole Hopkins, Stacie Bath Salts. There was a second door. My son is out on (inter- Jo Hopkins, Cameron Shawn business in Saluda that investi- state) 64 and he’s gone,” con- Rabineau, Jessica Rabineau, gators alleged sold Bath Salts, tinued Dubeau. Sandra Alice Webb, Jose Nich- but has since closed. “It’s a small group right now [of autistic] children, but there are going to be more children • 20-Year Warranty like my son. They are people Visitors . . . (Continued from page A1) and should be treated with • Made from respect. I have been brushed to the tobacco industry” and if chants and their stores of the Recycled Materials off [by school offi cials]. I know it was, indeed, worth restoring. colonial period have not to our they [school offi cials] think Dr. Wesley Newton Laing, knowledge been given their • No Maintenance I’m a parent from hell. I’m not an experienced university pro- rightful place in colonial his- going anywhere! I’m here! I’m fessor of history, was hired to tory,” the report stated. “Along staying! And I’m going to fi ght oversee the report. He con- with the planter, the lawyer, to make it better for my son cluded the building was built the clergyman and the soldier, and others!” said Dubeau. in the colonial period and used these merchants formed a tough On Monday in a telephone as a Scottish merchants store sinew of colonial economy. interview, Middlesex School that dealt in a variety of goods, “They performed the begin- Superintendent Dr. Thomas including tobacco, but that it ning of the banking structure, Taylor said students with dis- was not a warehouse for the they imported and sold every- 40% off abilities are being transported storage of hogsheads fi lled with thing from pills to plows and to Gloucester and Richmond, tobacco. Laing determined the petticoats, shoes, saddles and and that one “brand new” vehi- building was built between stationery, and were places n stock and cle and another low-mileage 1763-1767 and was one of the of assembly and gossip,” the I car have been procured and oldest buildings of its kind in report stated. are currently being outfi tted America. He encouraged the Restoration of the build- Special Order “exclusively” for student trans- APVA to restore it. ing began in 1964 and, upon port. During the 18th century completion, the Urbanna Town He also noted that the school when currency was being Library, forerunner of today’s system complies to all state and established in America, a Middlesex County Library, federal laws concerning the trade pattern of exchang- was moved from the Woman’s education of autistic children, ing tobacco for various items Club building to the restored and is making every effort imported from Europe was mercantile store. Custom Interiors to exceed state and federal used. Tobacco growers could In 1997, the Town of Urbanna Our services include: requirements to meet the indi- trade their tobacco at a store, acquired the building from the vidual needs of each student. such as the one in Urbanna, APVA and had a second resto- W.F. Booth Home Decorating Consultation • Furniture for any He noted there are not for goods from England. The ration, making it handicapped & Decor • Floor Coverings • Window Treatments enough children with certain tobacco was stored in hogs- accessible and converted into So Bedding • Home Accessories •Pool and Patio disabilities in the Middlesex heads (large barrels) weighing the town visitor’s center. n, I County School System to over 1,000 pounds when fi lled The facility is now open n fi nancially warrant providing and was housed in warehouses from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thurs- c classrooms and teachers for where they sat until ships from day through Saturday through . Main St. them within the county. “We England picked them up. the fall, and interpreters are Kilmarnock believe strongly we are provid- Dr. Laing’s report stated the available to speak on the his- Virginia 804-435-1329 ing parents and children with a building was once owned by tory of the building and the 800-543-8894 Mon.-Sat. 9 am-5 pm high level of structure and sup- James Mill & Co., a Scottish town, and answer questions www.wfbooth.com Shop Local port,” he said. merchant. “The Scots mer- from visitors.