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Subject: Cape Charles Happenings – December 8, 2008 Issue

Cape Charles Happenings – December 8, 2008 Issue

Welcome to the latest issue of the Cape Charles Happenings©. I have done my best to report information accurately, but changes do occur, so call to confirm. Happy reading!

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The following local restaurants are open for dinner on Friday & Saturday evenings (call for hours):

Ø AQUA (331-8660)

Ø the Chesapeake (331-3123)

Ø Coach House Tavern (331-8631)

Ø Giddens' Do Drop Inn (442-2139, Weirwood, @ 17 miles north)

Ø Don Valerio's Family Mexican Restaurant (Eastville, 678-0011)

Ø Eastville Inn (678-5745, Eastville)

Ø Harbor Grille (331-3005)

Ø Kelly's Gingernut Pub (331-3222)

Ø Little Italy (442-7831, Nassawadox)

Ø Mariah's at Tower Hill (331-1700, just outside town)

Ø Sting Ray's Restaurant (331-2505, @ 6 miles south)

Ø Sunset Beach Resort Restaurant (331-1776, @ 8 miles south))

Ø Veneto's (331-2275)

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The Cape Charles Post Office is now accepting Santa Letters thru December 22, 2008. There is a red mailbox in the lobby for the children to deposit their letters. Don't forget to sign your name and include your address so Santa on one of his elves can write back to you.

The Cape Charles Food Pantry really needs donations. The recession is hitting everyone hard and more people than ever will be looking for ways to make ends meet just as others are cutting back on their giving. Consider making a charitable donation in honor of a friend or loved one this Holiday Season instead of a gift. Or donate some non-perishable food items to the Cape Charles Food Pantry. When you go food shopping, pick up "two for one" food items and donate one. Contact Janet at 331-4275 for more information or to schedule a drop-off. Mail checks to CC Food Pantry at 303 Madison Avenue in Cape Charles.

Sullivan's Printing & Office Supply has their annual "Angel Tree." Please stop by and select an angel for the holiday season. Sponsored by the Salvation Army

The Northampton County Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for their upcoming 2008 Citizens of the Year Awards. There are several opportunities to nominate Northampton County citizens and business owners for well-deserved, special recognition. Please call the chamber at 678-0010 or e-mail them at chamber@northamptoncountychamber.com for a nomination form. The deadline for nominations is December 20, 2008.

Saffron is now offering Layaway. Please call or stop in the store for details. The program began November 5 and ends December 17. Start you shopping now and pay for the items over seven (7) weeks. Holiday hours are: on Wednesday thru Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday from Noon to 5 p.m.

Blue Crab Bay has Gifts and Stocking Stuffers available for the Holidays. Use code 08CCH15 for a 15% discount good thru year end. Check out what's available at http://www.bluecrabbay.com/products.asp?dept=1020

Give the Gift of Music for the Holidays! Roberta Newman is offering Holiday Piano
Lesson Gift Packages for ages 6 through adult! Gift Certificate for 12 Lessons plus Starter Lesson Books: $260 value for only $235 or a Gift Certificate for 16 Lessons plus Starter Lesson Books: $340 value for only $308. Lessons begin in January and take place in Cape Charles. Lesson times (1/2 hour each) are arranged with the student. To purchase your Piano Lesson Gift Package, call Roberta at 331-3151 or email her at Newroads_Consulting@earthlink.net. Visa, Master, and Discover Cards accepted! Don't have a piano? Call Roberta at the above number to get advice on purchasing just the right keyboard for under $200.

Roberta earned Bachelor and Master of Music Education degrees from the American Conservatory of Music in Chicago, Illinois, where she majored in piano and composition. Roberta was Chair of the Music Department at the Laboratory Schools of the University of Chicago and taught elementary, intermediate, and high school music classes. While at the Laboratory Schools, Roberta developed Experiencing Music, a series of music appreciation texts featuring diverse music from the local community and around the world. Her recent publication, Connect with Music, is widely used as a music resource in after-school programs across the nation.

Machipongo Trading Company, famous for coffee, peanuts, sweet treats, and smoothies, is now loaded with local products and Virginia's finest products, great for gifts. Stop by for a great breakfast & lunch sandwiches, soup or spuds. Let us create a wonderful Gift Basket for that special family, teacher, pet or neighbor. Happy Holidays to all, think green and buy local. Open from Monday thru Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information or to contact us, call 678-0005.

Beaches Tanning & Treasures will be collecting Books, Coloring Books, & Crayons for the Northampton County Chamber this Holiday Season. Please drop off your generous donations at 2218 Stone Rd. in Cape Charles.

Christmas is around the corner! Beaches Tanning & Treasures, 2218 Stone Rd. in Cape Charles, has a nice variety of gifts for those on your shopping list. Hours are: Thursday & Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call Janet Parry at 331-2144 for more information.

Just in time for Christmas gifts - Cheriton Old & New Memories 2009 Calendar consisting of pictures dating back to late 1800. We are now accepting orders through December 12. Orders accepted at Sunny Side Garden Center in Cheriton or by calling 331-3247 or 331-2675. Donations of $10 are requested. Proceeds benefit Cheriton's Downtown T-21 Enhancement Grant 20% payback in kind fund.

IM Dance Academy offers dance and physical fitness classes for Adults six days a week. These classes include Toning & Body Sculpting three (3) times per week, Back to Basics, Adult Ballet and Marumba twice (2) per week, Adult Tap and Yoga Barre once a week. And we also offer the "SilverSneakers" Fitness Program for Older Adults two (2) times per week. IM Dance Academy participants may take as many classes as they wish, are free to attend any of these classes on the day they choose and pick the class, day and hour of their choice. No membership fees or contracts to sign. Call 331-4088 for more information.

Bonnie & W. T. Nottingham now have fresh turnip greens and collards at their farm: you pick $5 a bushel if you pick; $10 a bushel is they pick for you (need one day notice). No Sunday sales. Call 331-4552 for more information, directions or to place an order

Thomas Lewis of Rejuvenating Body Therapies specializes in massage therapy - deep tissue, Sports, and orthopedic massages, as well as myoskeletal realignment work. He is nationally licensed, and state licensed in VA & CT and is also an A.I.S. Practitioner. (Active Isolated Stretching and Strengthening). For more information or to make an appointment, email thomaslewis58@yahoo.com.

Nottingham Seafood & Produce, located at 20220 Lankford Hwy in Cheriton (next to Shell Gas Station on Rt. 13), if offering Gift Certificates for the Holidays. Hours are: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and closed on Sunday. They sell fresh fish, shrimp, clams, scallops, oysters, crabs & crabmeat, lobster tails, fresh vegetables, and ice. Phone number is 678-5484.

VBWebSites.net is a customer oriented small business that specializes in personal professional assistance that includes custom website design & development, website solutions, email solutions, wireless systems, automated backup systems, computer setup and integration, security related measures, general computer issues, networking and more. Headquartered in Cape Charles, we have provided computer and network assistance for many local businesses including Cape Charles Realty, Stingray's / Cape Center, Pelican Pub, Sunset Beach Resort, and Shore Stay Suites. If your business web site needs a make-over or your networking obstacles need professional attention, give VBWebSites.net a call. Typically, 24-hour services are available for all businesses within a 30 mile radius of Cape Charles. Call now for a no-obligation consultation and evaluation. VBWebSites.net, your personal IT professional at hand. For more information, check out our website at http://www.vbwebsites.net, email to brady@vbwebsites.net or call Brady at 271-8293.

Super Wash Car Detailing, located in Cheriton at 21209 North Bayside Road (across from the Cheriton Post Office). charges $25 for a wash and interior detailing and $40 for a wash, wax and interior detailing. Call 693-1112 to make an appointment or drive up and drop off.

ESLM, Inc. is a full service landscape maintenance firm dedicated to providing high quality maintenance solutions to all residents of the Eastern Shore. Now in our fifth year, we strive to satisfy each and every client on an individual basis. Services provided include full service lawn care, lawn renovation, fertilization and aeration, mulch and planter bed maintenance, shrubbery and tree care and irrigation. fall and spring cleanups are also available. Concrete paver sidewalks and patio construction projects are currently being scheduled for the fall and winter season. Call 442-5296 for more information or check out our website: http://shorelawn.com/.

Shore Treasures Market, our new, local grocery store located @ 425 Mason Avenue has received its VA ABC beer and wine license. Currently, they have milk, bread, produce (all from local farmers), fruits and staples, cold drinks, off the shelf drinks, deli service, soups & sandwiches. They also make deliveries.

Unique Graphics Salon, 729 Randolph Avenue in Cape Charles announces a new fitness sensation, Vacu Step™, a German made machine is said to help reduce the appearance of cellulite and help women improve skin's tone and firmness. Women are quickly discovering that Vacu Step™, designed to help burn fat on the hips, stomach, thighs and buttocks, provides a 30-minute, low impact workout that yields exceptional results for their efforts. Many women have already experienced significant loss of inches in only four weeks of training. Unique Graphics Salon, a unisex family, full hair care center, also provided permanent makeup and soon will be offering a tanning bed. Where else can you go to get a complete make-over? Call now for more information on their services. Contact Angie Pruitt at 331-3507, 710-3342 or uniquegraphics@verizon.net.

Best Nest Home Interiors, a full service furnishings store, now has two locations, Mason Avenue in Cape Charles, and on Rt. 13 in Cheriton, just north of the Cherrystone traffic light. Call 331-4437 for hours and more information.

Essentials Bay Spa is your one-stop spa conveniently located right here in Cape Charles. Essentials Bay Spa offers great Massages, European Facials and Waxing services. Gift certificates are available in different amounts and services. Think 'Christmas' a Birthday or 'Just-Because...'. Call Marian at 331-4053 for more information or to make an appointment. Be sure to check out our website at http://www.baycreekspa.com.

Give the Gift of Fitness this holiday season. Gift certificates are available for personal training sessions with Jimmy Marvel. Call 331-1730 or stop by Impact Fitness to inquire about details.

Two Sisters Bakery (15516 Lankford Highway, Eastville, 678-7755) is open on Monday thru Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. They offer coffees, cappuccino, smoothies, baked goods, fresh produce, plants and flowers.

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Every Monday

5 p.m. to 9 p.m. - The House Tavern is featuring a Special Off-Season Dinner Menu for under $20.00. Entrées include a Beef Stack, Half Roasted Chicken, Rockfish Chesapeake, Pasta's and much more. The Coach House Tavern's new winter hours of operation are Tuesday thru Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Friday, Saturday & Monday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sunday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Every Monday

5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Kelly's Gingernut Pub Fall & Winter Value Night features 16 oz. Boneless Angus Prime Rib Dinner with Baked Potato & Vegetable for $16.

Every Tuesday

5 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Two-fer Tuesdays at AQUA, 5 Marina Village Circle. For any dinner entrée you purchase for dinner at AQUA, enjoy a second entrée on the house! (Discount applied to entrée of equal or lesser value. Dine in only.) For reservations, call 331-8660. Open to everyone.

Every Tuesday

5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Kelly's Gingernut Pub Fall & Winter Value Night features an Italian Night of Spaghetti & Meatballs, Homemade Lasagna or Linguini & Clams for $10.

Every Wednesday

11 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Machipongo Trading Co., located on Highway 13 just across from the Barrier Islands Center features "Sushi Wednesday"! Note: No Sushi Wednesday on November 26, the day before Thanksgiving. Freshly prepared, we are proud to offer a delicious bento box of 10 pieces of assorted rolls for just $7.95! Nothing raw, but guaranteed to satisfy your need for a local Sushi Fix! Please call ahead with your orders so we are sure to prepare enough throughout the day! Whether you stay & eat or grab & go, our bet is you'll be glad you stopped by and said "Hi" at MTC. And don't forget, our breakfast is a must try - locally roasted coffee by Eastern Shore Coastal Roasting Co., hand-blended & bagged teas, fresh sage-sausage made just for us by A&J's in Cheriton, bagels with lox, & more! Visit our website for more menu items: www.esvamtc.com or call 678-0005 for more information.

Every Wednesday

5 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Wednesday Wines at AQUA, 5 Marina Village Circle. If you've been waiting to try a wine at AQUA, Wednesday is the night to do it! A special so exciting you'll have to call 331-8660 for details, or come in and see us on Wednesdays for Dinner!

Every Wednesday

5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Kelly's Gingernut Pub Fall & Winter Value Night features an Irish Night with Corned Beef & Cabbage, Grilled Salmon or Ham Steak and two vegetables for $12.

Every Thursday

5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Kelly's Gingernut Pub Fall & Winter Value Night features Steamed Clams or Snow Crab Legs and Corn on the Cob for $13. And Thursday night is Ladies Night - Customize a large salad meal - field greens or romaine with chicken, shrimp, calamari toppings and dressing for $10! Reduced drinks from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Laurie K's tunes!

Every Friday

Every Saturday (October thru Mid-March)

9 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Scheduled Tours of Fisherman Island are offered for free and introduce visitors to the unique variety of wildlife found on the Island. As you pass through several distinct habitats you will learn about wildlife management on the refuge, explore the diversity of animals and plants and discover the rich history of Fisherman Island. The tours cover from 3 to 4 miles and the walking surface varies from soft to hard-packed sand with one short stretch of concrete roadway. There are no restrooms.

Participants meet at the Visitor Center at Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge at 8:45 a.m., and carpool to Fisherman Island. Advance registration is required. For more information or to register, email dorie_stolley@fws.gov or call 331-2760.

Every Saturday

12 p.m. to 1 p.m. – Pizza Train on the Bay Creek Railway. Pizza Trains! All you-can-eat pizza (pepperoni, cheese, & veggie)! $18 adults, $14 children ages 2 – 12. The trip lasts approximately 1 hour. Please visit www.baycreekrailway.com or call 331-8770 for information and reservations.

Every Saturday

6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. - Dinner Excursion on the Bay Creek Railway. Now, you can enjoy comfortable, authentic rail travel as it was in the 1910's on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. The dining car is elegantly appointed throughout, and provides a comfortable, nostalgic experience. Enjoy a four course meal during the approximately 2 hour trip and travel north from Cape Charles through the rural Eastern Shore. Boarding begins at 6 p.m. and the train departs at 6:30 p.m. $65 per adult plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required, so please make your reservations as soon as possible. Cash and all major credit cards are accepted. Costs incurred roundtrip including alcoholic beverages will be settled at the end of the excursion. Please visit www.baycreekrailway.com or call 331-8770 for information and reservations.

Every Saturday and Sunday until December 21

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily - Stage Door Gallery Bake Sale – Every weekend until Christmas, the Stage Door Gallery will offer some delicious homemade baked goods for sale. Come in early for your favorite cake or cookies. We are located at 301 Mason Ave. For more information, call 331-3669.

Every Sunday

1 p.m. on - Are you ready for some football? Football games every Sunday afternoon and evening can be watched on a 108" of HDTV with 1000 watts of surround sound. And grab a bite to eat from our new Game Day menu in our newly redesigned with Sports & Media Lounge at The Chesapeake.

Now through Christmas

The Montessori Children's House of Franktown has 6 ft. to 8 ft. Christmas Trees for sale for $55 to $65. English Boxwood and Mixed Greens Wreaths are also available, for $17.50 to $32.50. Your purchase will bring a little holiday cheer and support MCHF! To select your tree or wreath, please contact Ingrid Watson at 695-0048 or by email to iwatson@williamsmullen.com.

Now thru Sunday, January 4

Stage Door Gallery is holding its Holiday Show featuring Fine Arts, Crafts, and unique gifts. True to the popular song, "…watching the girls go by", Gertraud Fendler contacted several women who were delighted to stroll down Mason Avenue in Cape Charles and have their beautiful legs photographed. The resulting pictures are now on display at the Holiday Show at the Stage Door Gallery until January 4.

Monday, December 8

7 p.m. - Soaking Prayer: Come spend a quiet and peaceful hour resting in the presence of the Holy Spirit of God. This is a Christ-centered ministry - a time to be refreshed - for anyone with a desire to know God more intimately. Prayer ministry is available. Call Diane Pierce for more information at 678-3404 or dianepierce@baycrk.net. Location: 168 Sunset Blvd in Cape Charles. (The gate in the Bay Creek Marina Villages is now in operation. To enter please scroll down the address list at the control panel to: 168 Sunset Blvd. Press call. This will call me so I can open the gate from my phone.)

Tuesday, December 9

6 p.m. – All interested citizens and businesses are invited to attend Cape Charles' First Inaugural Christmas Parade Organization Meeting at the Cape Charles Post Office. The Parade will be held on Sunday, December 21 at 5 p.m. Entry forms for the parade can be found at the Cape Charles Post Office in the Lobby or see any Cape Charles Postal Employee. For more information, call the Cape Charles Post Office 331-4927 or email Postmaster at Coretta.L.Alston@USPS.gov.

Thursday December 11

10 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Senior Adult Craft Group meets at Cape Charles Baptist Church. All senior adults are welcome to attend this time of craft making. Call the church office at 331-2110 for more information.

Thursday December 11

10:30 a.m. – It's Toddler & Preschool Storytime at Northampton Memorial Library in Cape Charles. Storytime introduces children to the library and to the wonderful world of books with a fast paced program that includes stories, songs, and finger plays. The theme for this week is It's Snowing.

Thursday, December 11

7:30 p.m. – Arts Enter presents "Christmas with Elvis – Memories of Memphis" at the Historic Palace Theatre in Cape Charles. Jim Smith, the ultimate Elvis Tribute winner from Virginia Beach will perform with his 5 piece band. Mini-film montage of Elvis before Elvis appears. Christmas cookies, hot chocolate and cash bar available. Tickets: $15 per adult, $8 per student.

Friday, December 12

4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. - Join us at Saffron's & Bad Girlz Collective's Happy Hour with in-store specials, snacks and beverages. Stop in to end your week on a high note. Watch our store signs for Secret Santa Specials weekly. Don't miss out - it's time to decorate.

Friday, December 12

Drawing for a Red Drum Wood Carving by renowned carver John Harlow – tickets are $1 each, 6 tickets for $5, or 13 tickets for $10. The proceeds support American Legion Post 56 charitable activities. Tickets can be purchased at the American Legion Post 56 in Cheriton and at Sullivan's Office Supply in Cape Charles.

Friday, December 12

9:30 p.m. - Heather & Nathan are featured at Kelly's Gingernut Pub with a $3 cover charge.

Saturday, December 13

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – You are invited to join Donna & Don at the Copper Creations Annual Christmas Open House, off Rt. 13 in Melfa. Refreshments will be served and there will be guest artists including Laughing Dog Jewelry and Hidden Treasures Soaps & Lotions. Call 787-3797 for more information. Hope to see you there.

Saturday, December 13

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Mrs. Claus will be at the Northampton Free Library in Nassawadox to answer all your North Pole questions and to do a craft with the children. The Friends of the Northampton Free Library will also be decorating their tree, so children are encouraged to bring a homemade ornament to hang on the Christmas tree.

Saturday, December 13

3 p.m. to 8 p.m. - 4th Annual Tool Mania @ the Cape Charles Volunteer Fire House. Tickets are $20 and you do not have to be present to win. Grand Prize is a 12 drawer rolling Craftsman tool chest loaded with Craftsman hand tools. A ticket gets you into the event where there is free food: Homemade Barbecue, Hamburgers, Hot dogs, Potato Salad, and Cole Slaw. Beverages are also included in the admission. Sodas, water, and Beer are available. Additional raffles will be held the day of the event and include a chance to win a $200 Home Depot/Lowes Gift Card. If you are interested in buying a ticket, you may contact Jeb Brady @ 651-5154 or Bill Powell @ 695-1608.

Saturday, December 13

6 p.m. - American Legion Post 56 in Cheriton, will hold a Christmas Party. Cocktails at 6 p.m., followed by a dinner buffet prepared by the Exmore Diner at 7 p.m. DJ & Dancing throughout the evening. Tickets are $25 per person and $40 per couple. Tickets available at the Post after 5 p.m. or call the Post at 331-2123. All are invited to attend.

Saturday, December 13

6:30 p.m. - Trinity United Methodist Church (Tazewell & Plum streets) will have Contemporary Advent Services using clips from Frank Capra's "It's a Wonderful Life." Come as you are—dress is very casual!. Nursery will be provided. There will be refreshments before and afterwards.

Saturday, December 13

7:14 p.m. - Cape Charles Baptist Church will have "Passion" Night of Worship. Everyone is invited to attend this special night of worship. For more information, call Timmy at (304) 657-6002.

Sunday, December 14

4th Annual Bay Creek Battle of the Chowders. Come hungry and sample the Eastern Shore's finest chowder from local restaurants. Place your vote for the best chowder. More details to follow.

Sunday, December 14

11 a.m. - The combined Choruses of the Cheriton Baptist Church and Cape Charles Baptist Church present a Christmas Contata "Hope Has Hands" at the Cheriton Baptist Church.

Sunday, December 14

11 a.m. - Service of Joy! Bell Choir, Instrumental, and some of our favorite Christmas songs at Cheriton UMC.

Sunday, December 14

2 p.m. -The Northampton Youth Shooting Club holds its monthly meeting ( normally the third Sunday of the month) at the American Legion Hall in Cheriton. The Clubʼs program provides the basic elements of gun safety, education, enjoyment, and competition. Initial instructions are with air rifles, which are provided by the club. Skills learned include responsibility, self-discipline, self-control, teamwork and concentration. The program teaches self-reliance and enhances individual esteem. Instructors are 4H and NRA trained and qualified. Sponsors include 4H, the American Legion, the NOAAWIVA Sportsmen, Inc., and the Eastern Shore of Virginia Shooting Club. All youth between the ages of 9 and 18 are encouraged to attend.

Sunday, December 14

4:30 p.m. – Movie at the Palace presents: "It's a Wonderful Life" the American family classic starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed. Hot chocolate and cookies will be available along with a cash bar. Free admission, donations always cheerfully accepted. Call Arts Enter at 331-2787 for more information.

Sunday, December 14

7 p.m. - The combined Choruses of the Cheriton Baptist Church and Cape Charles Baptist Church present a Christmas Contata "Hope Has Hands" at the Cape Charles Baptist Church. Light refreshments will be served.

Sunday, December 14

7 p.mp - Christmas Hymn Sing at Travis Chapel UMC in Oyster.

Monday, December 15

Tuesday December 16

7:30 p.m. – Arts Enter Cape Charles will present the Virginia Symphony Orchestra. Come and celebrate the Christmas Season a selection of your favorite brass standards performed by the Virginia Symphony brass and percussion – spotlight the harp! Founded in 1920, the Virginia Symphony has served the communities of Hampton Roads for eight decades and has grown into a fully professional ensemble recognized as one of the nation's leading regional symphony orchestras. This performance has been sponsored in part by the Virginia Commission for the Arts. For more information, call 331-2787.

Thursday December 18

Thursday, December 18

7 p.m. – Presentation on "Low-Relief Coastal Streams as Effective Buffers Between Agriculture and Coastal Waters" by Professor Aaron Mills from the University of Virginia, an investigator with the LTER since its initiation in 1986. He specializes in biological processing of contaminant compounds in surface and ground water. The work he will discuss illustrates how microorganisms in the sediments of some of the streams discharging into the seaside lagoons remove 60% to 90% of the applied fertilizer and septic-system nitrogen that contaminates the groundwater that feeds those streams. His talk will emphasize the characteristics of streams and buffer zones that lead to effective nutrient removal. New information on the effect of plants on the discharge of water through the streams and its relation to nutrient removal will also be included. Seating is limited to the first 50 people. Guests are welcome to attend any or all of the seminars. Seminars take place on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Free and open to the public. Coffee, tea & light refreshments available.

Friday, December 19

5 p.m. to 7 p.m. - Wine Tasting at Bay Creek Marina Shops, 3 Marina Village Circle. Sample wines while browsing the shops and gallery. For more information, call 331-8680 or email nsmith@baycreek.net.

Saturday, December 20

Sunday, December 21

2 p.m. to 5 p.m. - Pictures with Santa. Have your picture taken with Santa at the Cape Charles Post Office. For more information, call the Cape Charles Post Office at 331-4927 or email the Postmaster at Coretta.L.Alston@USPS.gov

Sunday, December 21

3 p.m. – Join in a Scavenger Hunt for kids aged 4 thru 18. For more information, call the Cape Charles Post Office at 331-4927 or email the Postmaster at Coretta.L.Alston@USPS.gov

Sunday, December 21

5 p.m. – Join in the Cape Charles' First Inaugural Christmas Parade. All are invited to participate. Entry forms for the parade can be found at the Cape Charles Post Office in the Lobby or see any Cape Charles Postal Employee. For more information, call the Cape Charles Post Office at 331-4927 or email the Postmaster at Coretta.L.Alston@USPS.gov

Sunday, December 21

4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. - Come join us for World Healing Institute's Winter Solstice and Festival of Lights Celebration. Join us for a Pot Luck dinner, history of the festival of lights, conscious evolution of holiday celebrations, guided meditation, music and drumming, solstice dance, children's activities and craft projects. This will be a time to gather as a heart-felt community and share in the wonder of the season as we join our spirits to bring more Light to the world! Everyone is welcome! Please bring a dish to pass and a percussion instrument to play.

Monday, December 22

7 p.m. - The Annual Holiday Decorating Contest for residences and businesses will be conducted in the towns of Cheriton and Cape Charles. Houses and businesses will be judged on the following: 30% originality and creativity, 30% on execution and 40% overall appeal. So turn on those lights and decorate your doors, cause the judges will be coming to your towns. This is a Cape Charles Women's Club event.

Monday, December 22

Tuesday, December 23

6 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Cheriton UMC is open for Prayer and Meditation.

Wednesday, December 24

5 p.m. - Cheriton UMC Christmas Eve Service.

Wednesday, December 24 thru Saturday, December 27

The Northampton Memorial Library is closed.

Monday, December 29

Wednesday, December 31

7 p.m. - Early Watchnight Service at Travis Chapel UMC in Oyster

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Thursday, January 1

The Northampton Memorial Library is closed.

Saturday, January 3

6 p.m. - Annual Epiphany Party, held at the Cape Charles Volunteer Fire House, is an event which raises money for local individual(s) or organizations in need of funds. All who attend are requested to bring your "least favorite" Christmas gift. All gifts will be auctioned off to raise funds. All of the funds raised at this event stay local and the Chili at this event is becoming "legend" on the Eastern Shore. For additional information or to volunteer for this great event, please contact Chris at 331-2206.

Monday, January 5

Last day to enroll in Intent Mastery Program with Dawn Zurlinden (on Friday, January 16 thru Sunday, January 18). There are a few spaces left! Join us for this amazing journey of personal change with Toltec Seer, Dawn Zurlinden. Dawn has directly apprenticed with don Miguel Ruiz, author of The Four Agreements. Dawn was encouraged by don Miguel and Barbara Emrys to carry on the teachings of the Eagle Knight Lineage and bring to it her own light. This intensive weekend is the second in a planned series of weekends to experience the Intent Mastery Program where you will be offered an opportunity to learn about, align with and create with the power of Love, or Intent. The result is a total, joyous, engagement with Life, and mastery over the content and direction of your life. Cost for the entire weekend is $375 and includes meals and lodging. Call the World Healing Institute at 331-1925 for more information or to register.

Friday, January 9

5:30 p.m. - 2008 Citizens of the Year Awards Dinner will be held at the Historic Palace Theater in Cape Charles. A limited number of tickets are available. Appetizers served at 5:30 p.m. and dinner is served at 6:30 p.m. Cash bar of wine, beer & soft drinks will be provided by the Palace Theater. Menu of Tea, Salad, Marinated Chicken, Roasted Red Potatoes, Petite String Beans, Homemade Yeast Rolls, Cheesecake by Sean Hart of Exmore Diner Catering Services. Tickets are $20 per person and reservations must be made in advance by calling the Chamber at 678-0010

Thursday, January 15

5:30 p.m. - BIC Speaker Series: Virginia State Folklorist Jon Lohman: "Traditional Music Styles of Virginia." There are a dizzying number of styles of traditional music in Virginia, ranging from the sea shanties of the Chesapeake watermen to the old time and bluegrass stylings of the Blue Ridge. State Folklorist Jon Lohman will lead the audience on an audio-visual tour of some of the diverse ways in which communities of the Commonwealth are expressing themselves through music. Free.

Wednesday, January 21 thru Wednesday, February 25

Children's Abrakadoodle Art Class: A Winter Wonderland: a 6 week session on Wednesdays. Mini Doodlers (3 to 5 yrs) from 3:15 p.m. to 4:05 p.m. for a cost of $70 per child. Doodlers (5 to 11 yrs. old) from 4:05 p.m. to 5 p.m. for a cost of $75 per child. In this session, we'll explore some highlights of the season with projects focusing on wintry delights. We'll use a wide range of art media as we build snowmen in the meadow, play in icicle-covered forests, meet an atmospheric scientist/photographer and much more during this very cool art session. Come on in, pull off your mittens and boots, grab a cup of hot cocoa, and join us in creating art that will bring some warmth to this season.

Saturday January 24

8 p.m. – Arts Enter Cape Charles will present Sgt. Pepper: A Tribute to the Beatles. You won't believe your eyes… or your ears! The band captures all the thrills Beatles fans have missed for 40 years with identical costumes and equipment. The look and sound is uncanny. Fun for all ages as you sing along to your favorite Beatle song, the music will shine on forever! Songs include "Strawberry Fields Forever", "Penny Lane" and "I Want to Hold Your Hand" to "I'm Down" played with Vox amps and Rickenbacker guitars made famous by the Beatles. Tickets: Adults $22, Students $8. For more information, call 331-2787.

Wednesday, January 21

5:30 p.m. - BIC Speaker Series: Art Schwartzchild, Director of University of Virginia LTER presents "Climate Change and Sea Level Rise on the Eastern Shore of Virginia." Art Schwartzchild will discuss what his research site is doing in monitoring sea levels, historic trends and what this means for the Barrier Islands and the Eastern Shore. Free.

Thursday, February 5

5:30 p.m. - Rick and Janice Felker of Mattawoman Creek Farms will discuss organic gardening and the process and benefits to community supported agriculture, as well as give us a peek as to what is growing down at the farm this upcoming season. Free at the Barrier Island Center.

Saturday, February 21

4 p.m. - BIC 3^rd Annual Oyster Roast. Tickets are $50 per person or $75 per couple. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, January 7.

Saturday, March 7

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Floorcloth Making Workshop with Miriam Riggs, cost is $85 and includes materials. This popular class is back! Participants will design and create their own floorcloth to take home. Have some fun while adding that personal touch to your house to be enjoyed for years to come. Contact the Barrier Island Center for more information.

Saturday, March 21

Central Park Benefit Ball (formerly known as the Renovators Ball). This year's theme is "Flower Power." More details to follow.

Saturday, March 28

The Virginia Eastern Shore Land Trust Annual Oyster Roast will be held at Green Valley Farm, 9929 Bayside Road in Machipongo.

Saturday in April, date to be announced later

Children's Boating Safety Class with the U.S. Coast Guard. Calling all kids who love to be on the water in a boat! This introductory boat safety class is for every child from 7 to 14 who loves to go boating and for every mom and dad who want their kids to know boat and water safety at an early age. In this hands-on 3 hour class, students will learn introductory boating safety skills to help lay the groundwork for years of boating fun!

Friday, April 3

Second Annual Blessing of the Fleet

Friday thru Sunday, May 15 thru May 17

Plans are already under way for the 2009 Black Drum World Championship Fishing Tournament out of the luxurious Bay Creek Resort and Marina (http://www.baycreek.net/). To receive information or registration information, contact the Eastern Shore of Virginia Chamber of Commerce at 787-2460.

Saturday, May 23

BIC Art Show on the Farm. Stay tuned for more details!

Friday & Saturday, September 25-26

Second Annual Fall Tomato Festival in Cape Charles

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