One of the most special things about our community is the many volunteers we have helping make things happen. It is because of them we are able to have such a beautiful area. Remember that the VGCA is a volunteer-based organization that is responsible for the community areas such as the park, the pool, and the fields below the power lines. To keep the voluntary dues low, we need many hands to take care of these large areas.
The neighbors that do the chores that many other communities would have hired out are amazing. They are part of the cohort of volunteers, and we do not always see them doing these amazing things. We do see the effects of the work they do and how it makes the Village Green better.
It is important to make sure that we do recognize the efforts of those that we do know about. From cutting the grass to running concessions at the pool, these amazing people have truly shown what it means to be a Village Green Neighbor. For the many that we have not been able to catch in the act, Thank You.
Ben Pritchard (youth) – pool prep and concessions.
Connor/Jacob Woodruff (youth) – pool prep and concessions. Painted baby pool too
Victoria Woodruff – pool prep
Evie, Belle, Joel, Isaac Block (youth) – pool prep and concessions
Nolan McBride – grass cutting, pool prep, and concessions
Glenn Magnussen – various grounds and grass cutting
Tom Howard – merry-go-round
Alan Ward – merry-go-round and headed up getting the hole by the tennis courts filled in.
Sara Winant and April Ham – marquee
Derek and Audra Joyner – movies in the park and food trucks
Jen Greene – movies in the park, cleaning up the tennis courts area with the youth
Tucker Frye – handles trash cans in park
Shiela (on Minuteman) – planted flowers at VG park bed
Phil Krause – cuts the field by the power lines near Plymouth and VGP
Thank you again. If we missed anyone, we are sorry. You have done amazing things.
If you would like to volunteer to help, reach out to any of the committee leads. We are always looking for more help as many hands make light work.
Breakfast with Santa
/in Uncategorized /by VGCA Crier EditorParents the big day is quickly approaching for Big Man himself to come join us for a very special breakfast. Please ensure you plan accordingly with a wrapped gift with your child’s name on it and drop it off at 657 VGP by Wednesday, December 8. This helps to keep things organized and full of holiday spirit. Please keep the presents to under $20 as well. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Call for Volunteers for Treasurer and Rental Coordinator
/in Uncategorized /by VGCA Crier EditorAs many of us would agree this is one in a million neighborhood. The one thing that sets it apart from so many others is the number of volunteers we have to help make things happen and keep everything going. We come to rely on those people day in and day out but there comes a time when the torch must be passed. Pete Fry has served as Treasurer for as long as anyone can remember but now, we need a new neighbor to step up and fulfil that role. It doesn’t take much time, or so I’m told, to be the Treasurer. He is even willing to share his experience and knowledge to help get the right person going.
We will also be looking for a new Clubhouse Rental Coordinator. Mrs. Mary Milton has faithfully served in this capacity but starting the new year will be stepping down. Her efforts have greatly served the Village Green with many celebrations, and she has our everlasting thanks.
If not for the volunteers in the neighborhood, then hardly anything would be possible to accomplish. If you would like to volunteer for either of these roles specifically or to volunteer in general, please let the board know. As always, they can be reached by email at [email protected] or you can reach out to me at [email protected].
Christmas Cookie Exchange
/in Uncategorized /by VGCA Crier EditorThis Saturday, Dec 5th, while decorating the park for the Holidays there will be an amazing thing going on too. Thanks to Cherly Lee for taking the lead on this years Cookie Exchange. She has set the rules for the event as follows to help keep things more COVID friendly.
Turkey Trot Winners
/in Uncategorized /by VGCA Crier EditorThe 2nd Annual Turkey Trot was a lot of fun for the neighborhood. The kids ran the fun run and the 5k in some cases! Here is the list of winners from each category!
December Events!!
/in Uncategorized /by VGCA Crier EditorDecember is going to be a busy month for all of us here in Village Green. The Holidays are here and it is time to celebrate them. There will be more posts coming with details but for now here are some of the highlights for the upcoming month.
Dec 1st through 18 will be a VG canned food drive as a service project. All donations can be dropped off 657 VGP. If you can please donate nonperishable foods to help feed Hampton Roads.
Dec 5th Decorate the park and Cookie exchange? Come out to help decorate the park so that we can celebrate the season in style. Cherly Lee is leading the cookie exchange there will be more information to follow for the event. Decorations start at 2:00 till 4:00
Dec 11th Annual Breakfast with Santa!! Parents, please purchase your gift (under $20.00), WRAP it along with YOUR CHILDS NAME and bring it by 657 VGP by Dec 8th. This helps to keep the magic of Breakfast with Santa well organized. There will be breakfast and a craft as well!
Dec 18th Annual Christmas Lights. We want to acknowledge and cheer for the many great light displays that pop up in the Green. To be considered for the Competition you must be a VGCA member.
Playset Work In Progress 11/11/21
/in Uncategorized /by VGCA Crier EditorPLAYSET PROGRESS TOMORROW: We are going to try to make progress on the new playset with the planned good weather and federal holiday. To reach the next phase, we need some extra hands in the morning (around 9-930a) to move the two structures into the new location in the park. Once moved, we can continue with assembly as long as the weather let’s us tomorrow. Comment below or message Ryan Greene ([email protected]) if you are able to help with the move or the assembly.
VGCA Annual Meeting
/in Uncategorized /by VGCA Crier EditorThe annual VGCA members meeting will be held on Tuesday, 9 November at 7:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Pool house. This is an opportunity for the VGCA members to come and see what has happened over the last year and to vote in the Officers for 2022.
2nd annual VGCA Turkey Trot
/in Post, Uncategorized, Village Green /by VGCA Pool ManagerWe’ll all be gathering to run and/or walk together this Thanksgiving, and there are plenty of seats at our table!
The kids 1 mile fun run will start at 10:30 and be a single lap around the Village Green loop. The Adult 5k will start at 11:00 with 2 trips around the neighborhood with the Minuteman/Crown Pointe Loop. A little run for the betterment of the community. Proceeds to go to fund improvements to the VGCA Park. Can’t wait to see you there!
Registration includes a Turkey Trot t-shirt made by our very own neighbors, Shirt Tales.
Doughnuts and drinks will be provided during the event.
Registration fees:
November 20th:
Registration:
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Annual Call for Board Nominees
/in Uncategorized /by VGCA Crier EditorIt is that time of the year again! Time to nominate your 2021-2022 VGCA Board of Directors. If you, or a neighbor, are interested in lending your talents to help improve our community by serving with this dedicated group of volunteer leaders, please get with Jonathan McBride or Andy Maciejewski for more information. Nominees must be VGCA members in good standing and be willing to commit to at least 8hrs monthly through attendance at board meetings and leadership. Board roles include – President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and committee leads (including Communications, Grounds, Governance, Membership, Neighborhood Watch, Pool/Clubhouse, & Social).
This year, we are really looking intently for someone with financial skills to serve as Treasurer and relieve Pete Fry who has diligently served for the last 11 years. The Treasurer leads the annual budget process, handles payments/ reimbursements, manages finances, and takes care of financial/legal filings with the support of other officers. Pete has offered to support the incoming Treasurer as they learn this important role. A slate of nominees will be presented and elected at the Annual Meeting in October. The Nominating Committee can be reached at [email protected].
Our Volunteers are the Best
/in Uncategorized /by VGCA Crier EditorOne of the most special things about our community is the many volunteers we have helping make things happen. It is because of them we are able to have such a beautiful area. Remember that the VGCA is a volunteer-based organization that is responsible for the community areas such as the park, the pool, and the fields below the power lines. To keep the voluntary dues low, we need many hands to take care of these large areas.
The neighbors that do the chores that many other communities would have hired out are amazing. They are part of the cohort of volunteers, and we do not always see them doing these amazing things. We do see the effects of the work they do and how it makes the Village Green better.
It is important to make sure that we do recognize the efforts of those that we do know about. From cutting the grass to running concessions at the pool, these amazing people have truly shown what it means to be a Village Green Neighbor. For the many that we have not been able to catch in the act, Thank You.
Ben Pritchard (youth) – pool prep and concessions.
Connor/Jacob Woodruff (youth) – pool prep and concessions. Painted baby pool too
Victoria Woodruff – pool prep
Evie, Belle, Joel, Isaac Block (youth) – pool prep and concessions
Nolan McBride – grass cutting, pool prep, and concessions
Glenn Magnussen – various grounds and grass cutting
Tom Howard – merry-go-round
Alan Ward – merry-go-round and headed up getting the hole by the tennis courts filled in.
Sara Winant and April Ham – marquee
Derek and Audra Joyner – movies in the park and food trucks
Jen Greene – movies in the park, cleaning up the tennis courts area with the youth
Tucker Frye – handles trash cans in park
Shiela (on Minuteman) – planted flowers at VG park bed
Phil Krause – cuts the field by the power lines near Plymouth and VGP
Thank you again. If we missed anyone, we are sorry. You have done amazing things.
If you would like to volunteer to help, reach out to any of the committee leads. We are always looking for more help as many hands make light work.