Heritage Day has been rescheduled to the first Saturday in October this year to coincide with other planned events in the immediate area.
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Throughout the Summer, the Vesuvius Community Association will be sponsoring a "Paint the Roof Read" Book Sale. Proceeds from the sales will go toward the purchase of paint for the Community Center's roof which is planned to be painted "Vesuvius Red". Local resident, Joe Fauber, has volunteered to do the painting. The Community Center is open daily where a large selection of books are on sale for a cost of $.25 for paperbacks and $.50 for hardbacks. Our goal is to raise $400. Donations of books are requested and any books left over will be donated to the local Habitat for Humanity Fall Book Sale.
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2011 has been an eventful one for our community. Although accustomed to the usual flooding threats and even a forest fire, the touchdown of a tornado and another severe storm in April left residents a little awed. Despite some structural damage to roofs and destruction of some barns and garages along with the loss of many, many trees, we were blessed that there were no injuries or loss of homes and we think ourselves very fortunate. Many changes continue to take place in our small community as we face the loss of many of our long-time residents but we also welcome the new births, new families and improvements that will help our community remain a very special place. The VCA continues to actively pursue community projects such as Emergency Response Systems, road clean-up/maintenance projects, postal services, and act as a representative for county and state issues. We urge residents to join us in these endeavors.
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The Vesuvius Community Association will again distribute Christmas baskets as part of the Rockbridge Area Christmas Basket Program. If you are aware of a family that may need help, please let us know.
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| Working with the Orchard Creek (Raphine) Burger King last year, we purchased and distributed toys to more than 20 needy children in the area who would have had no Christmas otherwise. We are already gathering new toys for this year and plan a Benefit in the Fall to raise funds to purchase these toys. If you would like to donate a new toy or make a donation, a box is available at Granny's Attic. Also, please let us know if you know of a needy child. |
| We invite you to join us and share your memories on FaceBook at "Vesuvius Virginia" which is updated almost daily with the latest happenings and historical tidbits in our cozy little hamlet. We would love to hear from you. |
Vesuvius seems to have been invaded by bikers, motorcyclists, rockhounds and hikers this year. We welcome them all to enjoy our vast array of natural resources. If you're noticing those strange visitors, usually families, counting their steps and photographing, aiming their navigational tools and calculating, well, they're probably geocaching and, yes, we do have a hidden stash right here in our town. For more information on this fun activity, check the Lexington-Rockbridge County Tourism website.
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Trucks After numerous efforts by many concerned travelers, we seem to have made some progress regarding large truck traffic on Route 56 across South Mountain resulting in the installation of new signs and increased patrols by both the Rockbridge and Nelson Counties law enforcement offices. Many thanks to the Staunton News-Leader for making the public aware and helping to alleviate this problem.
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The Vesuvius Community Association welcomes new members with new ideas. We are committed to helping improve our community and its citizens and visitors. We meet the third Monday of each month at 6:30 pm for a potluck supper and meet afterwards and would love to have you join us.
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The Rockbridge County Library offers satellite services to the area on a bi-monthly basis. The bookmobile is at the Vesuvius Baptist Church the first Monday of the month at 11 am as well as changes out books monthly at Granny's Attic. A vast array of books and DVDs are available.
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| The Vesuvius Community Association is planning a Country Tenderloin and Gravy Dinner on June 24 beginning at 6 PM and will feature pork tenderloin and gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, biscuits and dessert and beverage. Also, on July 17 at 3 PM, an Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social is planned. Both events will be held at the Community Center and all proceeds will benefit the continued operation of the Center. |
| Throughout the Summer, the Vesuvius Community Association will be sponsoring a "Paint the Roof Read" Book Sale. Proceeds from the sales will go toward the purchase of paint for the Community Center's roof which is planned to be painted "Vesuvius Red". Local resident, Joe Fauber, has volunteered to do the painting. The Community Center is open daily where a large selection of books are on sale for a cost of $.25 for paperbacks and $.50 for hardbacks. Our goal is to raise $400. Donations of books are requested and any books left over will be donated to the local Habitat for Humanity Fall Book Sale. |
| In December of 2010, our Community mourned the loss of Margaret Ann Whittington who was instrumental in the formation of the Vesuvius Community Association where she actively served as a Board Member and Officer. She worked tirelessly in preserving the history and integrity of our area while promoting services and improvements for its residents. She is truly missed. |
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