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May Movie Night

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Let us kick off our movie season VGCA!!! Join us for SONIC 3
up at the park May 3rd @ 7:30p. Bring your favorite lawn chair and your family. Please RSVP in the comments as popcorn will be provided.

VGCA Egg hunt and donations

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Please join us as we start off membership season with our annual Easter Egg Hunt! We will be taking candy donations for all our kiddos to have some fun. Any candy can be dropped off to the porch of 657 Village Green PKWY. We will be taking donations ASAP as we will have to stuff all the eggs ahead of time!
Bring your family to see the Easter Bunny and grab some eggs on April 5th at 11am. Please meet up at the park and have the kids wait in the sidewalk as a start line! We will have age groups, so the little kids do not get stepped on.
Thank you in advanced for candy donations and supporting our neighborhood!

VGCA Events 2025

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Please join me as we look forward to many events this year! Membership season is upon us. Here are just some of the events you will get to be a part of. Please consider signing your family up!

April- Easter egg hunt- come meet the BUNNY!!
– Flowers for the park
May- First Movie Night of the season!
June- Summer Kick off Party!
Movie Night
July- Parade
Movie Night
August- End of summer party
Movie Night
September- Movie Night
October- Halloween event
Movie Night
November- Movie Night
December- Decorate the park & cookie exchange.
Grub with the Grinch
Christmas Decor contest

Newport News Snow Removal Ordinance

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Did you know Newport News has a snow removal ordinance?

Winter Storm Update

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Newport News city offices will be closed on Thursday, Feb. 20.

Additional closing and shelter info is as follows:

  • The Four Oaks Day Service Center (7401 Warwick Blvd.) will remain open daily from 5:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. to provide a warming shelter and support services for individuals experiencing homelessness.
  • The current PORT site is Chestnut Memorial United Methodist Church (1024 Harpersville Rd). The PORT location will resume normal hours and move to Denbigh United Presbyterian Church (302 Denbigh Blvd.) on Saturday, Feb. 22. PORT sites operate from 5:30 p.m.-5 a.m.
  • In the event of a widespread power outage, a shelter will be provided for residents in need.
  • All city offices, libraries, courts and Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed on Thursday, Feb. 20. Essential city employees and employees deemed mission critical for this event are to report as scheduled.
  • Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter (PRAS) will be closed on Thursday, Feb. 20.
  • Recovery Operations Center (ROC) will also be closed on Thursday, Feb. 20. Collections will resume when operations can be performed safely in residential neighborhoods, as the safety of residents and employees is a major concern. Assessment of residential streets for the safe operation of collection vehicles will be ongoing. Once it has been determined the city can safely operate heavy automated cart collection vehicles within neighborhoods, collections will resume. Residents can leave bins out without being penalized.

Residents can stay informed and reach out to the city for updates through various channels:

Residents are Encouraged to Complete NNFD Community Engagement Survey

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The Newport News Fire Department (NNFD) is calling on local residents to complete an important survey that will help shape the future of fire and emergency services in the community. As part of a strategic planning process, the department seeks input from residents to ensure it continues to meet the needs of those it serves. Community feedback is vital in helping to prioritize the services that are most important to the public.

The survey is quick and easy to complete, and it will remain open until March 31. This is a great opportunity for residents to make their voices heard and help the department better serve everyone in the community.

Residents can access the survey online.

President’s Day Holiday Closings & Schedules

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The city will observe President’s Day on Monday, Feb. 17. Here’s a look at how city offices, facilities, and services will be impacted.

City Offices and libraries  — Closed Monday, Feb. 17.

Recreation Centers — Operating on normal schedule.

Garbage, Recycling & Bulk Waste Collections — No collections on Monday, Feb. 17. All collections for Village Green will be Tuesday, Feb. 18.

There will be no holiday collection delay for 18-gallon, Black Bin recyclers.

Recovery Operations Center (convenience/drop-off center) — Closed Saturday, Feb. 15 and Monday, Feb. 17.

Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter — (Serves the residents of Newport News, Hampton, Poquoson and York County) — Operating on normal schedule.

Need a few volunteers to help with split rail fencing

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It is going on 12 years since Andy Fry’s Eagle Scout project where the split rail fencing was replaced (THANK YOU).

We are looking for a few volunteers to assist with replacing the split rail fencing along the access paths on Prescott, Plymouth, Valley Forge, and Brandywine.  The goal is to have it completed by mid May.  Send email to [email protected] if you can assist with the project.  If you cannot assist and would rather help with the funding, please let the board as well at [email protected].

Fix/replace split rail fencing on access paths leading to the VGCA park

    • VOLUNTEER(S) NEEDED for this.
    • Prescott, Plymouth, Valley Forge, and Brandywine
    • VGCA will provide materials as determined by volunteer(s).
    • TARGET DATE: by mid May

Here are few pictures of the disrepair.

MLK Holiday Closings, Schedules

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The City of Newport News will observe the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on Monday, Jan. 20. Here’s a look at how city offices, facilities, and services will be impacted.

City offices and libraries — Closed Monday, Jan. 20.

Recreation Centers — Operating on normal schedule.

Garbage, Recycling, Bulk Waste Collections — No collections on Monday, Jan. 20. All collections for the week will be delayed by one day. There will be no holiday collection delay for 18-gallon, Black Bin recyclers.

Recovery Operations Center (convenience/drop-off center) — Closed Saturday, Jan. 18, and Monday, Jan. 20.

Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter (Serves Newport News, Hampton, Poquoson, York County) — On Monday, Jan. 20, the shelter will be open for adoptions from noon – 5 p.m. and the Reunite Center will be open from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

City Prepares for Another Weekend of Winter Weather

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As the second consecutive weekend of winter weather approaches, Newport News is stepping up efforts to keep residents safe in the face of a forecasted storm. Snow, ice, and frigid temperatures are expected to cause hazardous conditions, prompting the city to take proactive steps to mitigate the impact on the community.

Public Works crews have been treating roads with salt and de-icing materials, preparing for another round of icy conditions. Newport News’ Emergency Operations Team is monitoring the weather closely and will continue to provide updates on changing conditions.

Winter Weather Safety Tips

  • Stay Informed: Stay connected through local news, the city’s website, or social media for real-time weather updates and important alerts.
  • Travel Cautiously: If travel is necessary, be sure your vehicle is equipped with winter essentials such as snow tires, blankets, food, and a flashlight. Avoid non-essential travel whenever possible.
  • Prepare Your Home: Keep emergency supplies like extra blankets, a battery-powered radio, flashlights, and non-perishable food on hand in case of power outages.
  • Check on Neighbors: Help elderly or disabled neighbors who may need assistance with snow removal or preparing for the cold.
  • Stay Away from Downed Power Lines: If you encounter downed power lines, stay at least 30 feet away and report them to authorities immediately.

Shelters and Resources

  • The Four Oaks Day Service Center (7401 Warwick Blvd.) will be open from 5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. to provide warm shelter and support services for individuals experiencing homelessness.
  • The PORT Winter Shelter, operated by LINK of Hampton Roads, offers overnight relief from the cold from 5 p.m. to 6 a.m. The current PORT site is First Baptist Church Newport News (12716 Warwick Blvd.) and will remain in place through Tuesday, Jan. 14.
  • Parks and Recreation facilities are closed on Saturday, Jan. 11.
  • Libraries are closed on Saturday, Jan. 11.
  • Recovery Operations Center (ROC) is closed on Saturday, Jan. 11, and will reopen on Monday, Jan. 13 at 8 a.m.
  • Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter (PRAS) is closed on Saturday, Jan. 11; however, the Reunite Center will be open from 10 a.m. – noon.

Stay Informed

Please remember: Do not call 911 unless it is an emergency.