Valentines is quickly approaching so let us spread some neighborly love. Our Social Committee have been gathering Valentines for the Elderly living at Yorktown Convalescent. So many of these wonderful people have been in isolation due to Covid-19 and have not been able to see their families. Make it an afternoon project for a cold day and send some homemade love to them.
Here are the details:
Drop off at 657 Village Green Pkwy through February 12.
If you can help it no loose pieces such as puffy stickers or beads for the safety of our Elderly Friends.
Simple Valentines and Colorings are especially welcomed.
As we are not doing “In-Person” events right now this is a great way to still do something together as a Neighborhood.
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Our second fundraiser for new playground equipment is fast approaching! We will be having a basket raffle on January 22nd. If you are interested in donating a basket for the raffle, or getting donations from local businesses, please contact Stephanie GianDonato at 240-672-2747 or 721 VGP.
Through the Turkey Trot and donations, we have raised $1400. This is half of our goal! Let’s band together to get the next $1400 raised so our children can have the best park in the area!
Editors note: Neighbors I can’t express how awesome this is that we were able to raise so much from a race. I can’t wait to see what kind of baskets people are able to put together for this next event. Covid-19 makes it hard to bring us together for lots of fun but we can still do small things that add up to big results.
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Next city wide date is January 4th to have all the leaves on the street. This means we need to come together again on Saturday, January 2nd to clean up the park. Very few participants on the first go-around meant that several people had to come back again the next day to get the park finished. Let’s get enough people out there this time that we do not have to go back out.
It has been a few months now since I started learning how to do all the things needed to run a web page and our Town Crier. A skill set I am still working on mastering. But during that time we have had a few events and some amazing people helping in the Green. I fully believe we have shown what a few volunteers who are willing to give up some time are able to do. I am writing to you on Friday night as has become my routine and am amazed at the impromptu “Light up the Park” that was organized by Jenn Greene as a perfect example. I want to give an extra shout out to her and Ryan for all the things they have done stepping up to help keep our park looking amazing and for the dedication to the Village Green as a whole.
Stephanie Brown GianDonato really deserves some recognition as well, she has been raking leaves all summer and fall and getting them bagged and moved out to the curb. Not only that but if you noticed the front entry way as we drive into the Neighborhood you can see her handiwork at play there too. She dug out the stones, weeded, and landscaped it beautifully back in October. I know there are many others out there that are doing amazing things for us as well. My goal here is to start to highlight those exceptional people who make this neighborhood a true Village. Be it through high visibility things like Stephanie and Jenn, or through all the background things that folks like Donnie Woodruff and family contribute.
I cannot do it all alone, we have over 300 homes here in Village Green! That means there are more people doing great things than my reclusive self will ever be able to see. To catch everyone, I will need help, YOUR HELP. That is right. You, the person reading this right now. It does not take much just send me a few notes of the Who What When Where and Why. If you are ambitious write it all out and well post it in the Crier for you too. You know you have caught your neighbors helping each other out, I see it all the time driving around the Green.
Finally, I will be making a call for volunteers to help with the Crier itself. Contributors, editors, web designers, photographers, I need your help. High Schoolers who are interested in Journalism come and volunteer to help. I will be more than happy to sign your volunteer paperwork too.
Thank you to all the people I have not gotten around to highlighting just yet, I hope we manage to be able to do so soon. In the meantime, keep up the good work. Let us make it a well-known fact that this is more than just a neighborhood, we are a Community. We are a Village, and we do it ourselves through selfless service and commitment.
Your Friend,
Joshua
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2020 has been a challenging year, but for some Village Green families it was important to bring some holiday spirit to the Green. As an impromptu decision, some Village Green families decided to “Light Up the Park” for the holidays. It is a reminder that the unity in our neighborhood shines brighter than ever, even during some challenging days. Our hope is to build upon this year after year and continue to light up the park even better than the year before. One tree I’m particularly stood out and was designated the “Village Green Christmas Tree.” We would love to see families create or designate some family ornaments to hang on the tree to decorate it. Feel free to drop by the park and check out the lights and hang your family ornament! Happy Holidays Village Green!!!
Article and Photos Submitted By Jenn Greene
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A HUGE thank you to all those that organized, participated, and volunteered for the 1st Annual Village Green Turkey Trot!! We raised a total of $1,360.70!
The overall winner was Jacob Peek coming in at an astounding 25 minutes! First place Female goes to Rachel Frye at 26:27. The kids also rocked their fun run, being the first race for all of the participants. Jackson Greene was our fun run winner!
This is a great start to our “Fund Our Fun” journey. We have raised almost half of our goal of $2,800. Please keep your eyes peeled for our next fundraiser coming in mid-January. We are planning a Wine and Cheese Night with a Basket Raffle! *The basket raffle will be held no matter what. The Wine and Cheese portion will be Covid/Governor imposed restrictions dependent. We are looking for volunteers to help put together baskets and for donations for the basket as well. We are off to a great start to help start replacing some of the worn out playground equipment in the park.
The Annual Breakfast with Santa is fast approaching! This year it will be held on December 12th at 10:00am. For those that are new to the neighborhood, traditionally the parents will provide a gift for their child(ren) for Santa to give them at the breakfast. Gifts may cost no more than $15. All gifts (and any donations) to be delivered to 721 VGP by December 11th. Please coordinate with Stephanie GianDonato (240-672-2747) for drop off.
There will be a Christmas Ornament craft provided for the children.
The event will be held outside this year, in order to remain within all Covid social distancing guidelines and restrictions. Dress accordingly! If interest is high, we will add a second time to ensure our group numbers do not violate any government imposed restrictions.
This event is traditionally a VGCA members only event. This year we would like to open it up to all residents of Village Green. If you are not a member, it will be $5 per child. Payment must be cash or check and is a donation to the ongoing “Fund our Fun” fundraiser for new playground equipment in the park.
*All food will be prepared by an FDA Certified Food Handler.
By Stephanie GianDonato
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Valentines Service Project
/in Village Green /by VGCA Crier EditorValentines is quickly approaching so let us spread some neighborly love. Our Social Committee have been gathering Valentines for the Elderly living at Yorktown Convalescent. So many of these wonderful people have been in isolation due to Covid-19 and have not been able to see their families. Make it an afternoon project for a cold day and send some homemade love to them.
Here are the details:
Drop off at 657 Village Green Pkwy through February 12.
If you can help it no loose pieces such as puffy stickers or beads for the safety of our Elderly Friends.
Simple Valentines and Colorings are especially welcomed.
As we are not doing “In-Person” events right now this is a great way to still do something together as a Neighborhood.
Basket Raffle for Fund our Fun!
/in Crier, Village Green /by VGCA Crier EditorOur second fundraiser for new playground equipment is fast approaching! We will be having a basket raffle on January 22nd. If you are interested in donating a basket for the raffle, or getting donations from local businesses, please contact Stephanie GianDonato at 240-672-2747 or 721 VGP.
Through the Turkey Trot and donations, we have raised $1400. This is half of our goal! Let’s band together to get the next $1400 raised so our children can have the best park in the area!
Editors note: Neighbors I can’t express how awesome this is that we were able to raise so much from a race. I can’t wait to see what kind of baskets people are able to put together for this next event. Covid-19 makes it hard to bring us together for lots of fun but we can still do small things that add up to big results.
Park Cleanup Round 2
/in Crier, Village Green, Volunteers /by VGCA Crier EditorNext city wide date is January 4th to have all the leaves on the street. This means we need to come together again on Saturday, January 2nd to clean up the park. Very few participants on the first go-around meant that several people had to come back again the next day to get the park finished. Let’s get enough people out there this time that we do not have to go back out.
Thank You
/in Crier, Village Green, Volunteers /by VGCA Crier EditorHey Neighbors,
It has been a few months now since I started learning how to do all the things needed to run a web page and our Town Crier. A skill set I am still working on mastering. But during that time we have had a few events and some amazing people helping in the Green. I fully believe we have shown what a few volunteers who are willing to give up some time are able to do. I am writing to you on Friday night as has become my routine and am amazed at the impromptu “Light up the Park” that was organized by Jenn Greene as a perfect example. I want to give an extra shout out to her and Ryan for all the things they have done stepping up to help keep our park looking amazing and for the dedication to the Village Green as a whole.
Stephanie Brown GianDonato really deserves some recognition as well, she has been raking leaves all summer and fall and getting them bagged and moved out to the curb. Not only that but if you noticed the front entry way as we drive into the Neighborhood you can see her handiwork at play there too. She dug out the stones, weeded, and landscaped it beautifully back in October. I know there are many others out there that are doing amazing things for us as well. My goal here is to start to highlight those exceptional people who make this neighborhood a true Village. Be it through high visibility things like Stephanie and Jenn, or through all the background things that folks like Donnie Woodruff and family contribute.
I cannot do it all alone, we have over 300 homes here in Village Green! That means there are more people doing great things than my reclusive self will ever be able to see. To catch everyone, I will need help, YOUR HELP. That is right. You, the person reading this right now. It does not take much just send me a few notes of the Who What When Where and Why. If you are ambitious write it all out and well post it in the Crier for you too. You know you have caught your neighbors helping each other out, I see it all the time driving around the Green.
Finally, I will be making a call for volunteers to help with the Crier itself. Contributors, editors, web designers, photographers, I need your help. High Schoolers who are interested in Journalism come and volunteer to help. I will be more than happy to sign your volunteer paperwork too.
Thank you to all the people I have not gotten around to highlighting just yet, I hope we manage to be able to do so soon. In the meantime, keep up the good work. Let us make it a well-known fact that this is more than just a neighborhood, we are a Community. We are a Village, and we do it ourselves through selfless service and commitment.
Your Friend,
Joshua
Christmas in Village Green
/in Crier, Village Green /by VGCA Crier Editor2020 has been a challenging year, but for some Village Green families it was important to bring some holiday spirit to the Green. As an impromptu decision, some Village Green families decided to “Light Up the Park” for the holidays. It is a reminder that the unity in our neighborhood shines brighter than ever, even during some challenging days. Our hope is to build upon this year after year and continue to light up the park even better than the year before. One tree I’m particularly stood out and was designated the “Village Green Christmas Tree.” We would love to see families create or designate some family ornaments to hang on the tree to decorate it. Feel free to drop by the park and check out the lights and hang your family ornament! Happy Holidays Village Green!!!
Article and Photos Submitted By Jenn Greene
Turkey Trot Success!
/in Crier, Events, Village Green /by VGCA Crier EditorA HUGE thank you to all those that organized, participated, and volunteered for the 1st Annual Village Green Turkey Trot!! We raised a total of $1,360.70!
The overall winner was Jacob Peek coming in at an astounding 25 minutes! First place Female goes to Rachel Frye at 26:27. The kids also rocked their fun run, being the first race for all of the participants. Jackson Greene was our fun run winner!
This is a great start to our “Fund Our Fun” journey. We have raised almost half of our goal of $2,800. Please keep your eyes peeled for our next fundraiser coming in mid-January. We are planning a Wine and Cheese Night with a Basket Raffle! *The basket raffle will be held no matter what. The Wine and Cheese portion will be Covid/Governor imposed restrictions dependent. We are looking for volunteers to help put together baskets and for donations for the basket as well. We are off to a great start to help start replacing some of the worn out playground equipment in the park.
By Stephanie GianDonato
Breakfast with Santa
/in Crier, Events, Village Green /by VGCA Crier EditorThe Annual Breakfast with Santa is fast approaching! This year it will be held on December 12th at 10:00am. For those that are new to the neighborhood, traditionally the parents will provide a gift for their child(ren) for Santa to give them at the breakfast. Gifts may cost no more than $15. All gifts (and any donations) to be delivered to 721 VGP by December 11th. Please coordinate with Stephanie GianDonato (240-672-2747) for drop off.
There will be a Christmas Ornament craft provided for the children.
The event will be held outside this year, in order to remain within all Covid social distancing guidelines and restrictions. Dress accordingly! If interest is high, we will add a second time to ensure our group numbers do not violate any government imposed restrictions.
This event is traditionally a VGCA members only event. This year we would like to open it up to all residents of Village Green. If you are not a member, it will be $5 per child. Payment must be cash or check and is a donation to the ongoing “Fund our Fun” fundraiser for new playground equipment in the park.
*All food will be prepared by an FDA Certified Food Handler.
By Stephanie GianDonato