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.
December Events!!
/in Crier, Events, Village Green /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 Crier, Village Green, Volunteers /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 Crier, Village Green /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 Crier, Events, 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 Crier, Village Green /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 Crier, Village Green, Volunteers /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.
October Events
/in Crier, Events, Village Green /by VGCA Crier EditorThe Spooky season is upon us and what better way to start it off then with a Movie in the Park!!! Join us Oct 2nd for the One and Only Jack Skellington starring in “The Nightmare Before Christmas”!!!! Movie will start at 7:30 with popcorn provided in the park.
We will be hosting Halloween in the Park this year as will on Saturday morning Oct 30 from 10:00 to 12:00 (noon). Join us for candy, doughnuts, drinks (kid friendly), a craft, music. Come out and sport your most spectacular costumes! Donations for candy can be dropped off in the tote on the porch of 657 VGP. Hope to see everyone out there!
Back to School Movie Night
/in Uncategorized /by VGCA Crier EditorCome join us for our Back to School Movie night on September 11 at 8:00pm. We will be watching Peter Rabbit 2 and of course there will be popcorn. Bring a chair or a blanket to sit on. Looking forward to seeing everyone there.
End of Summer Pool Party
/in Crier, Events, Village Green /by VGCA Pool ManagerAs summer comes to a close, we will have an End of Summer Pool Party on August 28, 2021. The pool will be open to all Village Green neighbors for this event.
Around 3pm there will be hamburgers, hot dogs, and possibly some other treats will be provided. Consider donating to the Village Green swim team if you attend and/or grab a bite to eat.
Then roll into the End of Summer Party in the Park that will have Sweet Frog, crafts, and a movie (Disney’s Onward) with popcorn.
Thank you volunteers!
/in Crier, Village Green, Volunteers /by VGCA Pool ManagerVolunteers are what make this neighborhood great!
Just yesterday, Phil K. volunteered to cut the grass on VGCA property under the power lines adjacent to Crown Point. It had gotten a tall and I am sure was not an easy task. On top of that it was quite hot and humid. Thank you!
Thanks to Ryan G. for assisting a neighbor on Prescott Circle and seeing that the underground electrical issue was resolved so we all would be safe.
From all those that do behind the scenes work…THANK YOU! This includes not only the adults in our community but many pre-teen and teenagers as well. Countless hours go into maintain our wonderufl neighborhood! Village Green has a history of being a tight knit neighborhood and we get things done by volunteering and working together. It is great to see this wonderful tradition continuing in the Green!
VGCA and our assets would not be possible without the MANY volunteer hours that are put in by our neighbors. We understand that everyone does not have the ability to volunteer their time so consider joining for just $75/yr as a VGCA member. This helps with paying electrical, water, and taxes to start but also in providing upgrades to our park, clubhouse, and pool. Please consider joining at vgnn.org/join
Thank you!!!