The Beehive is a quarterly community newsletter, free to all county residents, containing information about county news and resources, volunteer information, community events, and classes and activities for youth and adults. Call 804-693-5730 if you'd like information on how to pick up a paper copy.
Winter 2026 | 1 |
Gloucester County, Virginia | 1 |
The Beehive | 1 |
Table of Contents | 2 |
COUNTY NEWS | 2 |
SCHOOL NEWS | 2 |
COMMUNITY | 2 |
PARKS, RECREATION & TOURISM | 2 |
LIBRARY | 2 |
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION | 2 |
FIND THE BEE IN THE BEEHIVE! | 2 |
PHOTO: Doni Hansford | 2 |
Contact | 3 |
your | 3 |
board | 3 |
member | 3 |
Petsworth | 3 |
York | 3 |
Shannon Lee Hanson | 3 |
shanson@glouceserva.info | 3 |
Abingdon | 3 |
Robert "JJ" Orth | 3 |
rorth@gloucesterva.info | 3 |
At Large | 3 |
At-large | 3 |
Ashley Chriscoe, Chair | 3 |
7871 Paynes Landing Road | 3 |
Gloucester, VA 23061 | 3 |
757-870-7420 | 3 |
achriscoe@gloucesterva.info | 3 |
Term expires: 12/31/2027 | 3 |
Petsworth | 3 |
Joseph “Joe” Leming | 3 |
jleming@gloucesterva.info | 3 |
At Large | 3 |
Nicholas “Nick” Bonniville | 3 |
5644 Millwood Drive | 3 |
nbonniville@gloucesterva.info | 3 |
Ware | 3 |
M.A. “Tony” Nicosia, Vice Chair | 3 |
6352 Meadow Drive | 3 |
tnicosia@gloucesterva.info | 3 |
Gloucester Point | 3 |
Christopher “Chris” Hutson | 3 |
chutson@gloucesterva.info | 3 |
Charting Our Future | 4 |
Important information about tax bills | 6 |
Payments must be made in the Treasurer’s Office, made online, or mailed with a postmark date of the due date or earlier to be accepted | 6 |
as timely. Any accounts that remain unpaid after the due date will have additional charges added as required by Gloucester County and the Commonwealth of Virginia. | 6 |
If you have questions or concerns, we are happy to help! Please reach out to the Treasurer’s Office at (804) 693-2141 or treasurer@gloucesterva.info. | 6 |
Treasurer’s Update | 6 |
If you no longer have your bill, contact the Treasurer’s Office at 804-693-2141 or treasurer@gloucesterva.info, and we’ll be happy to provide you with the necessary information! | 6 |
Treasurer’s Update | 6 |
Contact | 8 |
your | 8 |
school | 8 |
board | 8 |
member | 8 |
Gloucester Point | 8 |
Troy Andersen | 8 |
troy.andersen@gc.k12.va.us | 8 |
Ware | 8 |
Leonne Arsenovic | 8 |
leonne.arsenovic@gc.k12.va.us | 8 |
At-large | 8 |
Petsworth | 8 |
Anita Parker, Chair | 8 |
anita.parker@gc.k12.va.us | 8 |
York | 8 |
Carlton Drew | 8 |
carlton.drew@gc.k12.va.us | 8 |
Abingdon | 8 |
Kari Scruggs | 8 |
kari.scruggs@gc.k12.va.us | 8 |
At Large | 8 |
Cindy Saulman, Vice Chair | 8 |
cindy.saulman@gc.k12.va.us | 8 |
At Large | 8 |
Nicole McPherson | 8 |
nicole.mcpherson@gc.k12.va.us | 8 |
Middle Peninsula Regional Special Education Program | 10 |
Please call 804-693-7944 if you have any questions. | 10 |
We look forward to seeing you! | 10 |
Rappahannock Community College | 11 |
Register now for spring classes | 11 |
By starting at RCC, you can save $20,000 on a college degree. And you could earn $50,000 per year or more in a high-demand workforce career. | 11 |
Spring classes begin January 11. College navigators are available to help you get started. Call 804-758-6700 or email advisor@rappahannock.edu. | 11 |
For more information, visit rappahannock.edu. | 11 |
The Hampton Roads Community Foundation is accepting applications for the Ellis W. Rowe Memorial Scholarship starting December 1, 2026. | 11 |
Learn more by contacting us at 757-622-7951 or scholarships@hamptonroadscf.org. | 11 |
Hampton Roads Community Foundation | 11 |
Gloucester Head Start Offered by WJCC-CAA at T.C Walker Education Center | 12 |
Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast | 12 |
Find dates and times on our website at www.gsccc.org, or you can get information by calling 1-800-77SCOUT or emailing customercare@gsccc.org. | 12 |
The Fairfield Foundation | 13 |
Volunteer Lab Nights at CAPE | 13 |
6783 Main St. | 13 |
Nov. 3 & 17, Dec. 1, Jan. 5 & 19 from 6-9 p.m. | 13 |
Free | 13 |
Brick Kiln Firing | 13 |
5777 Fairfield Lane | 13 |
November 11, 12, 13, & 14 | 13 |
Come see how bricks were fired historically, day or night! S’mores Night (Nov. 13) is $8 for 5–17-year-olds; 5-7 p.m. Other times are free! | 13 |
Email outreach@fairfieldfoundation.org for more information or if you want to schedule a group trip! | 13 |
Turkey Trot at Timberneck | 13 |
3601 Timberneck Farm Rd | 13 |
November 21 – 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | 13 |
Kids Race at 9 a.m., 5K at 9:30 a.m. Email anna@fairfieldfoundation.org for registration. | 13 |
Christmas Party at Timberneck | 13 |
December 12 – 2-4 p.m. | 13 |
Decorate the tree before our volunteer Christmas Party and enjoy hot drinks! | 13 |
Free | 13 |
Check our events calendar at fairfieldfoundation.org! | 13 |
Community News | 14 |
Arts at Abingdon | 14 |
John Novacek, piano and Airi Yoshioka, violin Saturday, January 9, 2027 at 4 p.m. | 14 |
See them at Abingdon Church, 4645 George Washington Memorial Highway in Gloucester. All concerts are free of charge and no reservations needed. | 14 |
Concerts By The Bay is proud to present “Andrew McKnight & Beyond Borders” on Sunday, December 6 at Mathews High School’s Harry M. Ward Auditorium. The show starts at 3 p.m. | 14 |
Tickets are $30 at the door, or you can buy them online www.concertsbythebay.org. Students can attend for free. | 14 |
Courthouse Community Orchestra | 15 |
Wednesday, December 2 at 7 p.m. | 15 |
Cobbs Creek Arts Center | 15 |
61 Cobbs Creek Lane | 15 |
Cobbs Creek, VA (Mathews County) | 15 |
Friday, December 4 at 6:30 p.m. | 15 |
Saturday, December 5 at 6 p.m. | 15 |
Sunday, December 13 at 2 p.m. | 15 |
Fine Arts Museum of Gloucester | 15 |
SIX SCENES, ONE PLACE | ON VIEW THROUGH MAY 2027 | 15 |
SPEAKING OF… FIRST INHABITANTS | NOVEMBER 14, 2–4 P.M. | 15 |
Explore Gloucester’s First Inhabitants through a special “Speaking of…” program featuring guest speakers, stories and perspectives. Speaker and program details will be announced soon. | 15 |
AN 18TH-CENTURY CHRISTMAS: MUSIC AND MERRIMENT | DECEMBER 19, 2–4 P.M. | 15 |
The Beehive | 16 |
Volunteer River Counties | 16 |
A new way to get involved in Gloucester | 16 |
We created the “How Can We Help You Guide,” served as the catalyst for the creation of the Samaritan Group, Inc. and GUEST, and most recently, started the annual Festival of Trees. | 16 |
Festival of Trees | 17 |
Iota Phi Lambda Sorority | 18 |
Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc., Epsilon Eta Chapter Afternoon Tea Celebrates 45 Years | 18 |
Rural Housing Partnership | 18 |
Gloucester Historical Society | 19 |
A Friendship Forged in Revolution: St. George Tucker & John Page | 19 |
Guinea Heritage Association | 19 |
Gloucester County Democratic Committee | 20 |
Democracy. It’s not a spectator sport; Democracy works best when all people participate. | 20 |
We are your neighbors, and part of your community. Come to a meeting, talk with us. Yes, Virginia, Democrats are alive and well in Gloucester County! | 20 |
You can find us online at www.glodemsva.org. | 20 |
Riverside Hospice Care Bereavement Support | 20 |
Community Grief Support Group | 20 |
Navigating the Holidays with Bay Transit Express | 21 |
Gloucester Parks, Recreation & Tourism | 22 |
Winter Registration Begins November 9 for Residents (November 12 for non-residents) | 22 |
SPORTS!! | 22 |
Contact us: | 22 |
BY EMAIL | 22 |
BY PHONE | 22 |
STAY INFORMED | 22 |
CONNECT WITH US | 22 |
Scan code above for committee member contact lists. | 22 |
Athletics | 23 |
SOCCER | 23 |
CO-ED SPRING YOUTH SOCCER | 23 |
BASKETBALL | 23 |
SENIOR BALLERS: 18U INDOOR PICK-UP BASKETBALL | 23 |
FIELD HOCKEY & LACROSSE | 23 |
FIELD HOCKEY SKILLS CLINICS | 23 |
Tuesdays | 5:30-7:30 pm | $60 | Old Page Field Hockey Fields | 23 |
For girls ages 6-12-years-old. Designed for FUN & skill development. All players must have shin guards, mouth guard, stick, & cleats. Clinics led by GPRT Field Hockey Instructors. | 23 |
April 13-May 18 | DEADLINE March 26 | 23 |
LACROSSE SKILLS CLINICS | 23 |
Thursdays | 5:30-7:30 pm | $60 | Old Page Field Hockey Fields | 23 |
For girls ages 8-15-years-old. Designed for FUN & skill development. All players must have shin guards, mouth guard, stick, & cleats. Clinics lead by GPRT Lacrosse Instructors. | 23 |
April 15-May 20 | DEADLINE March 26 | 23 |
VOLLEYBALL | 23 |
YOUTH VOLLEYBALL SKILLS CLINICS | 23 |
Tuesdays | $60 | Achilles Gym | 23 |
For children ages 6-15-years-old. Clinics designed for FUN & skill development. Clinics lead by GPRT Instructors. | 23 |
Park Programs | 24 |
Beaverdam has something for everyone with its 635 acre lake and acres of natural splendor. | 24 |
The park is open seven days a week, and is located in the central part of the county. | 24 |
Main Entrance: 8687 Roaring Springs Road Second Entrance: 9537 Fary’s Mill Road | 24 |
PARK OFFERINGS & RENTALS | 24 |
* Whitcomb Lodge (enclosed 70 person capacity) | 24 |
* Smith & Beaverdam shelters (35 person capacity) | 24 |
* Picnic areas (open areas w/seating for 12) | 24 |
* Freshwater lake fishing & accessible kayak launch | 24 |
* Full trail experience is over 20 miles! | 24 |
For park hours, information or reservations, please call 804-693-2107 or visit www.gloucesterva.gov/Beaverdam | 24 |
***UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE, DEADLINE IS 1 WEEK PRIOR TO START DATE*** | 24 |
PARK PROGRAMS | 24 |
Recreation | 25 |
PARKS, RECREATION & TOURISM | 25 |
We are working on some other activities, please check our registration website for new programs | 25 |
www.gloucesterva.info/civicrec | 25 |
***UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE, DEADLINE IS 1 WEEK PRIOR TO START DATE*** | 25 |
KARATE | 25 |
WINTER GYMNASTICS | 25 |
FREE FLOW YOGA | 25 |
SHIMMY FIT | 25 |
STAYING SHARP - SENIOR ACTIVITIES | 25 |
Bingo | 25 |
Senior Activities ( All supplies included) | 25 |
INTERNATIONAL CUISINE CULINARY CLUB | 25 |
SEASONAL DELIGHTS WORKSHOP | 25 |
YOUTH DANCE | 25 |
Recreation | 26 |
Just ride, leave the driving & planning to us! | 26 |
For age 50 and older | 26 |
Plays, adventures, musicals, seasonal traditions and fun! | 26 |
Registration Begins November 9 for residents & November 12 for non-residents @ 8 AM in office or online. | 26 |
MEET AT THE MAIN STREET CENTER - 6908 MAIN STREET (SMALL PARKING LOT NEXT TO MAIN LIBRARY). | 26 |
Trips that don’t meet registration requirements will be canceled. Sign up early to make sure you don’t miss out. | 26 |
HOLIDAY LIGHTS | 26 |
Tuesday, December 1 | 3:30 pm - 8 pm | $30 | 26 |
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE 80TH ANNIVERSARY | 26 |
Friday, December 18 | 9 am - 3 pm| $50 | 26 |
We will take a trip to Irvington to the Compass Entertainment Complex for lunch and a movie! Movie ticket and concession tray included (drink, popcorn, candy). | 26 |
BEST YEARS HOLIDAY SOCIAL | 26 |
Friday, December 11 | 11 am - 1 pm | Beaverdam Park | 26 |
ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY | 26 |
Tuesday, December 29 | 8 am - 5 pm | $60 | 26 |
PHOTO ID REQUIRED FOR ENTRANCE | 26 |
WHALE WATCHING | 26 |
Wednesday, Jan. 13 | 10:30 am - 6:45 pm | $80 | 26 |
IKEA | 26 |
Monday, January 25| 9 am - 2:30 pm | $30 | 26 |
JEFF DUNHAM - ALTRIA THEATHER | 26 |
Friday, January 22| 3-10:15 pm | $180 | 26 |
GAUTHIER VINEYARD & PIZZA | 26 |
Friday, January 29| 2-6 pm | $15 | 26 |
Join us for a trip to Gauthier Vineyard for wine slushies, tastings and PIZZA!! Deadline January 22 | 26 |
Clean Community | 27 |
Before | 27 |
Current | 27 |
Clean & Green Advisory Committee | 27 |
For more information 804-693-5370 or email cleancommunity@gloucesterva.info | 27 |
Community Programs/Events | 28 |
More information about upcoming programming will be available online beginning Nov 1. Interested in volunteering? Contact Paula Asbell: pasbell@gloucesterva.info. | 28 |
Dec 5th | 3PM | 28 |
Celebrate the season with a Gloucester tradition! | 28 |
Stick around after the parade as we cap off the festivities with our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony—the perfect way to welcome the holiday season in Gloucester! | 28 |
Holiday | 28 |
LO | 28 |
Up | 28 |
Light Display Contest! | 28 |
Take a self guided tour around Gloucester to view all the amazing light displays. Make sure to follow us on Facebook for updates! | 28 |
Page 26 | 28 |
Tourism | 29 |
Let Us Tell You The tory | 29 |
can code to learn more! | 29 |
Join Us On Main Street! | 29 |
April 3rd & 4th | 29 |
Applications for Queen, Junior Miss, Little Miss and Scholarship can be found online! | 29 |
All are due January 31st! | 29 |
Artwork for the print contest is due Jan 16. | 29 |
Registration for the 41st Daffodil Parade Opens Jan 1 | 29 |
Follow us on Facebook for all the details! | 29 |
daffodilfestivalva.org | 29 |
Main Library | 30 |
804-693-2998 | 30 |
Point Branch | 30 |
804-642-9790 | 30 |
Take & Make | 30 |
Santa Ornament | 30 |
Telescope Workshop | 30 |
FAMILY | 30 |
Scavenger Hunts | 30 |
Holiday Ballet | 30 |
Winter Reading Program | 30 |
Santa Visit | 30 |
Video Game | 30 |
Holiday Open House | 30 |
The Beehive | 31 |
Library news | 31 |
CHILDREN | 31 |
5 AND UNDER | 31 |
Holiday Story Times | 31 |
Little Pillars | 31 |
Pre-K Storytime | 31 |
Toddlers on the Loose | 31 |
Point Branch Storytime | 31 |
SCHOOL AGE | 31 |
Let's Draw Christmas! | 31 |
Little Crafters | 31 |
Christmas Ornament Craft | 31 |
Thank You | 31 |
The Beehive | 32 |
Library news | 32 |
TEEN | 32 |
Bedazzled Books | 32 |
Teen Study Hall Café | 32 |
Blacklight Paint Party | 32 |
Science Snowflake | 32 |
Teen Take & Make Science Kit | 32 |
Teen Battle Chef: Christmas | 32 |
Making College Affordable | 32 |
Presentation and FASFA Workshop | 32 |
Origami Bookmark Station | 32 |
Downsizing Made Simple | 32 |
Main Library | 32 |
Expert Advice for | 32 |
Business Owners | 32 |
Main Library | 32 |
ADULT | 32 |
The Beehive | 33 |
Library news | 33 |
Create a Social Security Account | 33 |
Main Library | 33 |
Christmas Cookie | 33 |
Cutter Ornaments | 33 |
Point Branch | 33 |
ADULT | 33 |
Discover Unclaimed Property! | 33 |
Main Library | 33 |
Tablecloth Valentine | 33 |
Heart Wreath | 33 |
Point Branch | 33 |
Granny Square Workshop | 33 |
Main Library | 33 |
Byte Size Basics | 33 |
Latch Hook Pillow Cover | 33 |
Main Library | 33 |
Main Library | 33 |
Point Branch | 33 |
Holidays & Closings | 33 |
PHOTO: Logan Taylor | 36 |
Gloucester County, Virginia | 36 |
The Beehive | 36 |
Community Engagement & Public Information | 36 |
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