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Poquoson Office of Community Recreation & Economic Development

Location: 830 Poquoson Avenue Poquoson, Virginia

Office Hours: Monday thru Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

Directory

General Program Information 868-3580

Weather Cancellation Hotline 868-3584

Field & Picnic Shelter Reservations 868-3580

Registration Information 868-3580

Community Center Reservations 868-3580

Economic Development 868-5314

Poquoson Seafood Festival 868-3588

Park Maintenance 868-3590

Parks and Recreation FAX 868-3585

Website: poquoson-va.gov/parks

EMAIL: parks@poquoson-va.gov

The Poquoson Office of Community Recreation

& Economic Development is located at 830

Poquoson Avenue, Poquoson Virginia; inside

the Municipal Building on the first floor.

Directions: From Victory Blvd: Follow the light at Wythe

Creek and Victory. Crossover Wythe Creek at the light.

The road becomes Little Florida Road. Follow Little

Florida Road to Cedar Road. Turn Left on Cedar Road,

follow to Municipal Drive. Turn Left on Municipal Drive

and follow past the swimming pool and around the

baseball field. The large green building on the right is the

Municipal Building.

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Poquoson Seafood Festival 4 Festival Kick-Off Events 4 Poquoson Holiday Parade 5 Holiday Happenings 6 Adult Sports & Classes 7 Youth Basketball 8 Fitness & Exercise Classes 10 Hobbies & Classes 11 Diner’s Club & Adult Programs 13 Registration and Details 14-15 Bookmarks Poquoson Public Library 16 Around the City 20 DMV To Go 20 Food Bank Distribution 20 School Bus Laws for Loading & Unloading 23

3 Cover Photos Courtesy of Jamie Moore and Norm Nachbaur.

Friday, October 17 5:00-10:00pm

Saturday, October 18 10:00-10:00pm

Sunday, October 19 12:30-6:30pm

Poquoson Municipal Park

www.poquosonseafoodfestival.com

Full Entertainment Schedule online

Visit the many arts and crafts vendors, delicious food vendors and more.

Spend a day at the Festival.

Parking Fee: $5.00 per car.

Sunday, September 28, 2014

1:00pm Messick Point

Hosted by the Poquoson Yacht Club

Parade of Boats will be held prior to the start of the races. Enjoy food for purchase at the event.

Tour the historical F.D. Crockett from the Deltaville Maritime Museum. For more information contact Crosby Forrest at 810-4098 or Henry Freeman at 438-7171

The Poquoson Seafood Festival and the Bull Island Anglers Club proudly present the Speckled Trout Shootout and the Rockfish Roundup Fishing Tournaments

Benefitting the American Heart Association

$100 per boat ( up to 4 anglers), each boat may weigh-in up to 3 fish from their respective division.

Tournament: Saturday, September 27, 2014. Captain’s Meeting September 26 7pm at Bull Island BBQ Weigh-in Party Saturday, September 27 Messick Point 4-9pm $25 per person BBQ and Live Music!

For more information contact Craig Freeman 871-9246.

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The Poquoson Education Foundation & the Kiwanis Club of Poquoson welcome

runners to a beautiful 5K loop course on fast asphalt roads. Both events will begin at

Poquoson High School and end at the Poquoson Primary School.

Starting Time and Place 8:30am Poquoson High School, 51 Odd Road Race Day Registration 7-8:15 There will be drinks, food and a raffle post race Course: Finish line results and race support by The Peninsula Track Club Awards will be given for both races. Race Director: Rich Clifton 757-243-3633 rdchokie@cox.net Visit poquosonseafoodfestival.com for race entry form

Or Happypaceraces.com to register.

Entry

$25 for either event (t-shirt included)

$30.00 on day of event

Donations in lieu of participation accepted

No PTC passes please

Registration and Payment

Mail entry and payment to:

Poquoson Education Foundation (PEF)

c/o Happy Pace Races

625 Brandywine Drive

Newport News, Virginia 23602

This Year’s Theme: “A Bull Island Christmas” Registration is available Poquoson Parks & Recreation,

830 Poquoson Ave. or Visit: www.poquoson-va.gov/parks Line up for the Parade will begin at 6pm.

Parade route– Poquoson Avenue to Wythe Creek Road to Victory Blvd. Call 868-3588 for more information.

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Bakers of all ages… Bring your entries for the

Gingerbread House Contest.

Entries are due on Wednesday, Dec. 3

At the Municipal Building. Entries accepted between 2:00-6:00pm.

All houses will be displayed at a local business for a week following the contest. The winner of the contest will be announced during display at the local business. Judging will be completed December 4.

Prizes for various categories. Individuals or teams (up to 4) may enter. Youth, adult, team, & individual categories.

An entry form must be completed for each house at time of submission. Pick up an entry form at Poquoson Parks and Recreation or on the website at

www.poquoson-va.gov/parks

All structures except the base must be made from edible materials.

All candies must be unwrapped. Prizes!

Celebrate the holiday and create!

ANNUAL GINGERBREAD HOUSE CONTEST

Grand Illumination in Colonial Williamsburg Trip

Sunday, December 7, 2014

Travel with Poquoson Community Recreation Office via school bus to enjoy this

fantastic holiday celebration in the historical district. Departs from Poquoson Police Station at 3:30pm. Re-turns later that evening following fireworks. Outdoor weather appropriate clothing & walking shoes ad-

vised. Cost: $2.00 per resident; $5.00 for non-residents.

You must pre-register in advance and pick up a boarding pass at PPR.

Must have a minimum of 20 participants

Note: There are no refunds once registered & paid.

Please note when registering: 1 person may only register themselves and 1 other guest. No group registra-tions accepted. Only immediate family members may be registered by one person

(living in the same household). Limited to 45 participants. Program #206

HOLIDAY COOKIE-SHOP

Experience and learn the techniques to decorate your holiday cookies for gift

giving. This cookie workshop will allow you to create stockings, candy canes, bells

and other holiday cookie shapes that will be your canvas for creativity. Learn tech-

niques using buttercream icing with holiday colors and festival embellishments.

Take home your products as you make your own and decorate them within the

class session. Ages 10– Adult. Make it a fun family holiday experience.

Date: Saturday, December 13 8:30am-11:30am Deadline December 10.

Location: Municipal Building Cost per person: $25/$35non-residents.

Be sure to bring a large air-tight container to take home your cookies.

Instructor: Maryann Boho, Wilton Certified Decorating Specialist Program #107 6

YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS

Ages 7 and up. Boys & Girls Learn the basics of the game of tennis. You’ll learn to serve, forehand, body position, and footwork. Lessons run Saturdays for 7 weeks. Dates: September 27 thru November 15 No class 10/18. Location: PHS Tennis Courts. Time: 8-9am Beginners 9-10 Intermediate (Must have enough participants for each session.)

Instructor: Anthony Coccimiglio Students must bring own racquet, and 3 balls for each session. Wear comfortable play clothes & ten-nis shoes. Sundays will be the designated rain make-up day if necessary. Each group lesson is limited to 12 kids. Min of 6 needed.

KARATE Ages 5-15 Boys and Girls Registration ON-GOING Enjoy the fun of Karate Classes! Learn proper self defense tactics, balance, flexibility and discipline as you gain confidence. Classes are 55 minutes in length, held on Mondays and Wednesdays and are based on experience and age. All classes held at Poquoson Elementary School thru November 20. After November 20 classes held at Poquoson Primary School Gym. Beginners (as young as age 5) 6:00-7:00pm Advanced 7:00-8:00pm For more experienced students, teacher will assign you to a later time as necessary. Cost: Initial Registration fee is $6. Every class you attend thereafter is $6. Pay per class as you attend, onsite. No uniform re-quired. Program is progressive. Instructor: Tom DaRoja. Info: tmhapk@aol.com or call 771-5530

BATON TWIRLING CLASSES & ISLANDERETTES

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Ages 9-13 (Must be age 9 by December 31, 2014)

Learn the fundamentals of the game of Volleyball, while enjoying basic game play experience.

All practices in Poquoson. Minimum of 8 to run league/instruction. Specific practice and games times will be announced based on gym availability.

Season runs from mid-October thru December 19. Non-resident fee of $10 applies. Cost per player: $55 Due October 1. After October 1 late fee applies and waiting list will apply. Placement is not guaranteed. Late fee is $15 additional.

Dates Fee Program #

Sept. 27– Nov. 15 $74/84 103

If you are planning to babysit, take this class to give

you the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and

responsibly give care for children and infants. This training

will help participants learn about basic child care and basic

first aid, while developing their own babysitting business.

Open to ages 11-15. Limited to 10 kids. 9am-4pm.

AMERICAN RED CROSS BABYSITTING

Date Fee Program #

November 22 $44/54 105

Ages 3 to Adult

Learn the skills to twirl baton and enjoy the fun of twirling with the Islanderettes. Classes are typically held on Tuesdays from ranging in time from 4:00-7:00pm at the Poquoson Elementary Gym. Classes are usually 1 hour in length.

Twirlers have the option to participate in parades and perform in local events as an Islanderette. All twirlers pay an initial yearly registration fee of $20.00 per child.

In addition, for the month of September & October a monthly fee of $25 for lessons is due at the time of registration. Sequential months are each $20/month. Price for 2nd child is $16 per month once the monthly payment cycle begins for November.

Open House for baton information will be held at Poquoson Elementary School on Thursday, September 25

5-6pm.

Program # 111

Dates Fee Program #

Late Oct.-Dec. $55/65 118

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Boys and Girls Ages 6-18

Deadline: NOVEMBER 14 2014 Program #300

Player registration is now open thru Friday, November 14, 2014. Players MUST REGISTER by the deadline.

Players who sign up late are not guaranteed placement & will be put on a waiting list until a spot is available.

A late fee of $15.00 per child will be charged after November 14, 2014.

All players will be assigned teams through a placement and evaluation process. Attendance at this evaluation program is critical. Parents will be notified of the evaluation times following registration.

Volunteer coaches are needed for the league in all age divisions. Coaches may only have 1 assistant per team.

Players will be taken on a first come, first paid, as they register. Participation numbers are limited to the number of coaches available, and available gym space.

Season runs from mid-December thru early March. Games begin in early January.

Coaches will set practice times and no guarantee of practice nights or times will be considered for team placement.

Requests for specific practice times and/or coaches will not be honored.

No special request for team placements are accepted- (carpools, friends, coaches, etc.)

Age Divisions within the League:

HOT SHOTS: Ages 6, 7 & 8 -co-ed not yet 9 as of March 1, 2014. (Lowered hoops)

Ages 9 & 10 not yet 11 as of March 1, 2015 Boys & Girls

Ages 11 & 12 not yet 13 as of March 1, 2015 Boys & Girls

Ages 13 & 14 not yet 15 as of March 1, 2015 Boys & Girls

Ages 15 thru 18 not yet 18 as of March 1, 2015 Boys & Girls

*Players playing JV and Varsity High School basketball are not permitted to play in the recreation basketball

league.

Players may move up an age division only at the request of the parent.

To play above your appropriate age group please complete a Request Form Waiver for Age at the time of Registration.

You may only play above your age group by one year. There are no exceptions to this rule.

No player may play below their respective age division.

In order to conduct each age division, a minimum participant number must enroll. Each age division is not guaranteed and

holding divisions is based on enrollment numbers. No call-in registration is accepted. No registration is complete until

the registration form is received and fee is paid in full. All registrations are taken at Poquoson Parks and

Recreation. Registration forms and procedures are available within this guide, on our website, or at the PPR Of-

fice. Cost per player: $65, non-resident: $75 ($5 discount for siblings).

No refunds for Basketball will be granted for any reason after December 5, 2014

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HOOP IT UP– BASKETBALL AGES 4-6

This program is designed to be the start of a child’s hoops career. Together parent and child will work to learn passing, dribbling, and shooting skills. This program is not a league; program is designed to teach the game while being fun and interacting with one’s parent. Each player will receive a junior basketball as part of the program. For boys & girls. Meets at Poquoson Elementary School.

Instructor: Darcey Chiappazzi 5 Mondays Starting

January 5 thru February 2 Time: 6:00-6:45pm 10 player minimum. Must be age 4 by start of Program. Parent must attend & help.

BOYS BASKETBALL CLINIC

Girls Ages 9 years old-8th Grade

For the beginner to the more experienced player this all girls clinic will introduce you to the funda-mentals of the game of basketball. Perfect for those playing in the Parks and Recreation winter basketball league. Improve shooting, passing and ball handling skills. Learn basketball basics and improve your game as a whole.

Dates: Sundays November 2, 9, 16

Location: Poquoson Middle School Gym

Time: 2-4pm Must have minimum of 10

Instructor: Shannon Ferguson

Boys 5th Grade and Up

Join the PHS Boys Basketball staff for this fundamental skills clinic each Sunday. Improve your shooting, defensive game, and ball handling technique. Improve your game before the start of the basketball season tip-off. Emphasis on fundamentals will be a major part of these instruc-tional periods.

Dates: Sundays October 26, November 2 and November 9

Location: Poquoson High School Gym

Time: 1:30-3:30pm Must have minimum of 15

Instructor: Eric Johnson, Varsity Boys Basketball Coach

Dates Fee Program # Deadline

Sundays Nov. 2-16 $52/62 102 Oct. 30

Dates Fee Program # Deadline

Sunday Oct. 26– Nov 9 $52/62 106 Oct. 23

Dates Fee Program # Deadline

Mon. 1/5-2/2 $50/$60 101 Dec. 23 GIRLS BASKETBALL CLINIC

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RIPTIDES SWIM TEAM

GIRLS INDOOR FIELD HOCKEY LEAGUE

Keep your field hockey stick in your hand all winter, and play on the Poquoson Team, that plays within the Newport News Indoor Field Hockey League. Players are grouped by ages. No special requests for team placement accepted. All games are played on Saturdays in Newport News.

Volunteer coaches needed.

Youngest players must be age 6 by November 1, 2014 in order to be eligible. All other ages are determined by age as of November 1, 2014. * or in accordance with Newport News Rules as published in the Fall of 2014.

Registration is open for residents starting September 29, 2014

Non-resident registration opens October 10, 2014 and only if space is available.

This year’s season is expected to run 10-12 games from December to February approximately. Season dates are projections based on information released from Newport News Parks and Recreation.

Age Divisions:

6, 7, 8 years old Cost per player: $105

9,10, 11 years old Cost per player: $105

Ages 12 up Cost per player $105

(Team information will be distributed once Newport News puts the schedule together. PPR reserves the right to add players to teams, invite outside players and mix with other localities to provide optimum playing options for Poquoson players at all age levels. Age divisions are pre-determined by the Newport News Rules.

Deadline to register is October 15, 2014; Late fee of $15 after October 15 and no guarantee for placement, as space is available. Program #113.

Youth thru age 18 Boys & Girls Join the Winter Recreation Swim Team-The Riptides.

Open to all youth ages 8 and under who can easily swim 1 lap of 25 meters, and 50 meters for ages 9 and up in a defined swimming stroke. Swimmers must also be able to comfortably swim in deep water. Riptides is a recreational swim experience designed to keep kids swimming year round and give them increased knowledge and ability for competitive swimming as a sport. The season runs from early October through March. The Riptides swim as a member of the Virginia Community Swim League. Meets are held in Hampton, Norfolk and Richmond. Meets are held typically one Saturday per month from October through March.

Practice begins October 2 at the Hampton Aquatic Center 300 Butler Farm Road, Hampton.

Practices are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Call 868-3580 for more information. Must have a minimum of 20 swimmers to run the program. All swimmers have a pre-requisite swimming ability requirement. Contact Poquoson Parks and Recreation for additional team de-tails and full swimming requirements. Cost is $65 per month on the payment plan October thru March, and team packet with cost details is available at Parks and Recreation. High school swimmers welcome. Program#110

GET SPORT READY– KIDS CONDITIONING

This unique sports clinic taught by certified trainers and conditioning coaches will allow participants to increase foot speed, develop stronger eye/hand coordination and overall improve physical condition. Using agility and plyometric exer-cises you’ll enhance your well being and sports training. Boys and Girls Grade 4th-8th grade. Times: 5:45-7pm Dates: Wednesday Evenings for 4 weeks November 5, 12,19, 26. Poquoson Elementary Gym

Instructor: Colleen Duman, and other strength and condition-ing staff. Deadline October 31 Min 8.

Dates Fee Program #

Wednesdays November $60/$70 109

Holiday Baseball

Clinics

Hitting and Pitching

Instruction with PHS Baseball

Coaching Staff.

January 2,3,4, 2015

Featuring Poquoson’s major league players.

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Are you too busy to fit your workout into your hectic daily routine? Join us at Bull Island Boot Camp to complete your workout before the day begins! This is an Early Morning/Early Riser workout! These 1-hour sessions include a well-balanced combination of cardio and strength training. Transform your body, or take your fitness to the next level in this exciting indoor/outdoor fitness environment. Experience a variety of exercises, running, and training to build muscle, en-durance and get your body into shape.

ALL FITNESS LEVELS ARE WELCOME! Please register 5 days prior.

Must have a minimum of 8 participants. Instructor: Sibyl Smith, Certified AFAA Personal Trainer. Sessions are Monday &

Thursday mornings. Times: 5:15 a.m. - 6:15 a.m. Meets at the Poquoson Middle School Gym

Date Fee Program #

Oct. 2-30 $108 (9 Sessions) 124A

Nov. 3-24 $84 (7 Sessions) 124B

Dec. 1-22 $84 (7 Sessions) 124C

Additional $10 non-residents.

LINE DANCING Ages 16 to Adult

Line Dancing– No partner needed! Plenty of exercise guaranteed. Learn the basics to many dances and you’ll be a pro. Move to the grooves and learn a new dance each week. Combination of music styles will be used. Meets Tuesday evenings; 8 weeks.

Location: Poquoson Primary School Gym

Instructor: Linda Coolican Time: 7:30pm-8:30pm

Dates Fee Program #

Sept. 25 $48/58 144

CARDIO & TONE FITNESS Ages 16 to Adult

Bring your own mat, and a set of hand weights and join the fun of working out! Tone core, with a mix of aerobic fitness and body sculpting all in one. All fitness levels welcome.

Meets Tuesday evenings; 8 weeks.

Location: Poquoson Primary School Gym

Instructor: Linda Coolican Time: 6:30pm-7:30pm

Dates Fee Program #

Sept. 25 $48/58 143

Looking for a non-aerobic form of exercise which will improve your balance and leg strength as well as help you control blood pressure? Tai Chi may be the exercise for you. We are offering the Intro-ductory Tai Chi Form (9 Movements) in a 7 week series of classes. This Tai Chi Form is designed for beginners but will help more advanced students gain as well. The class will also include meditative breathing and Qigong, a series of powerful Traditional Chi-nese medical exercises to help maintain overall health.

Participants should wear loose fitting clothes & good walking shoes. For adults. All fitness levels welcome. Thursday evenings. Location: Municipal Building Classes will be held October 2, 9, 23,30, November 6, 13, and 20—For 7 weeks.

Instructor: Bill Hansel Class minimum of 8.

Register 5 Days before the session starts.

TAI CHI

Dates Time Fee Resident/Non Program #

October 2 6-7pm $48/58 123

BULL ISLAND BOOT CAMP

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Poquoson Community Recreation has teamed up with the Staff at

Wild Bird Unlimited, Yorktown to bring you these great new classes!

Migration Marvels October 6 6:30-8:30pm Municipal Building

Living in Hampton Roads allows us so many opportunities to view a variety of birds year round, and especially during migration period since this region is on the Migratory Flyway. Come learn about all of the great shorebirds, songbirds, waterfowl, and hummingbirds that fly through our area. Using photographs, birding stories and the expertise of the instructors you’ll know what’s in your backyard. Cost: $20 per class* Program #140

Beautiful Bluebirds– Bring on the blues October 28 6:30-8:30pm Municipal Building Eastern Bluebirds are a favorite bird among birding enthusiasts and bring endless joy to your yard. Come learn all about these beautiful birds and how to keep them happy and attracted to your yard

by providing the right elements. Cost per class $20 Program #141

Birdscaping: Creating the perfect backyard oasis November 4 6:30-8:30pm Municipal Building Create a backyard that brings on the birds, Learn about feeding, housing, watering and planting for birds. Create the perfect environment that draws your feathered friends. Cost per class $20. Program #142

*$20 per class or $50 for all three. Deadline for each class is 5 days prior to start. Additional $10 non-residents.

All Instruction is provided by Jessica Rodgers and Ernie Miller. Jessica is the Community Outreach Coordinator for Wild Birds Unlimited of Yorktown, an educator, photographer and birding enthusiast. Ernie Miller is an avid birder, a member of the Hampton Roads Bird Club and an accomplished photographer. Together they have over 35 years of experience in working with birds. Class minimum of 4.

BOATING SAFETY COURSE

Poquoson is a boating paradise. Virginia now requires all operators of boats and personal water craft to take a Safe Boating and Jet Ski Course. The Virginia Boater Education Course is offered free at Poquoson Parks and Recreation.

October 7 and October 9 6:00-9:30pm each evening.

(Must attend both sessions)

All registration is taken on line at

http://www.register-ed.com/programs/73

Class registration is free, however pre-registration is

required online, register early space is limited.

As of July 1, 2013, all PWC operators age 14 and older and motorboat

operators 40 and younger must complete a boating safety course.

Beginning July 1, 2014, all PWC operators age 14 and older and motor-

boat operators ages 45 and younger need to take a boating safety

course.

Personal Water Craft (PWC) Age Restriction: No person under

the age of 14 may operate a PWC. Those operators 14 and 15

MUST show proof of completing an approved and accepted

boating safety course either in a classroom or online. The

challenge exam or other provisions of the Education

Compliance Requirement do not meet the requirements of the

age restriction law.

HUNTER SAFETY COURSE

Complete the Hunter Safety Education Course. If you are under 18, you must take an online course and complete the in-person course. This course includes: required hours of in-struction, firearm handling exercises, and Virginia’s Hunter Education Certificate exam.

Saturday, September 27 8am-3pm Minimum age is 10 years old. Instructor: Jerry Ward

Register online at www.hunter-ed.com/register/create/

course/202047 Course is Free.

After attending and passing the Basic Hunter Education Course portion of the hunter education requirement, you will receive your Virginia Hunter Education Certificate.

Course Location: Community Center, Odd Road.

Prior to taking the course you will need to take the online pre-reading section of the course. See this information when registering at the website.

Must be a Virginia resident.

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PICTURE TAKING WITH YOUR PHONE

Does your smart phone have you feeling not very SMART?

With these two classes enjoy the fun of Smart Phone

Photography and Apps (applications) to improve your

photography and use your Smart phone to make and edit your

own Video. It’s the fun of PHONEOGRAPHY!

In this two evening course explore and improve your picture taking skills using your Smart Phone. Many times it’s the best camera you have right in your pocket. Learn the basics of how to use the camera on the phone to get great pictures. Included are basic photography concepts such as: exposure and composition, an introduction to camera and editing applications that are downloadable. Learn about printing and sharing photos. Course will challenge your creativity and show you a different way of looking at photo opportunities. Photo assignment will be part of the course between each session as a way to put your new skills to the test.

Dates: October 29 & November 5 7:00-8:30pm Municipal Building Cost: $20/$30. Deadline Oct. 24. Program #127

Explore the exciting world of using your phone for video and video produc-tion. You will be introduced to using the video option as part of your Smart

Phone and learning some of the basic apps that will help you put sound to your video with editing features. This course will help you to make better videos from short clips of the kids to the next big indie film and every where in between.

Dates: November 12 & November 19 7:00-8:30pm Municipal Building Cost: $20/$30 Deadline Oct. 24. Program #128

Instructor for both courses: Steve Stephenson, local photographer.

VIDEO PHONOGRAPHY CLASS

Kids Ages 8-13 This class will take your cake decorating skills to another level! We will be working with buttercream icing and royal icing along with fondant and gum paste. Students will learn how to make butter cream ribbon roses, rosebuds lilies and violets along with other flowers! Our final cake we will learn a basket weave. Bring an apron or dress accordingly and tieback long hair for class. Fee: $125/$135 Program #157 Pre-requisite: Beginner Cake Boss Camp in prior summers or Cake Decorating class. Dates: November 1, 8, 15 9:30am-1:30pm Bring small lunch for break so we can keep working. Instructor: Maryann Boho

CAKE DECORATING CAMP CAKE

BOSS 2(intermediate)

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Update

For a large recycling pickup (i.e. boxes, kids toys) please

call Public Works to schedule a pickup.

Is a success. Numbers don’t lie.

POQUOSON’S NEW RECYCLING PROGRAM

Old Program Numbers

Yearly average Setout rate– 63.5%

Yearly average pounds collected

per households-17.9

New Program Numbers

July (partial) Setout rate– 67%

July (partial) average pounds

collected per pickup– 19.03

LATEST NEWS

Thank You

FOR LIVING THROUGH THE GROWING PAINS OF CHANGE.

KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

Join us for a fine lunch out! Pre-register for each trip. Must have a minimum of 8 for each trip. Cost

is $6.00.Cost of lunch on your own.

The Crab Shack, Newport News Date: Oct. 7 Depart 11:00am #161 DC

Fin, Port Warwick Newport News Date: Oct. 28 Depart 11:00am #162DC

The Grey Goose, Downtown, Hampton Date: November 13 Depart 11:00am #163DC

Waypoint Seafood and Grill, Williamsburg Date: December 11 Depart 11:00am #164DC

Baci Ristorante Italiano, Hampton Date: January 8 Depart 11:00am $165DC

Diner’s Club Policies

All trips are taken in a 15 passenger van and depart from the Municipal Building. Transportation cost per person per trip is

$6.00. The cost of lunch is on your own. To register for the Diners’ Club please use The TRIP REGISTRATION FORM

available at Poquoson Parks & Recreation. No call-in registration is accepted. No registration is complete until

full payment is received. When registering, 1 person may only register for themselves and 1 other guest. No group reg-

istration is accepted. Cancellation Policy for Diner’s Club Trips: In an effort to control costs and continue to offer

programs, PPR can no longer offer participants a refund or credit regardless of reason for cancellation of the

Diner’s Club Trips. All registrations are non-refundable. For further details see Trip Registration Form.

Meals on Wheels

Senior Center: All Are Welcome

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays.

Lunch Served and Fun Activities

Located at the Municipal Building

830 Poquoson Ave.

To attend & register please call 873-0541.

This program is in partnership with the

City of Poquoson and Peninsula Agency

on Aging.

New participants always welcome.

Meals on Wheels delivers hot lunches to seniors ages 60 and over who are homebound due to illness or disability and are unable to sufficiently prepare meals for themselves.

This program is supported by funding from federal, state and local governments.

The rest is funded by recipients of the meals, and concerned agencies, citizens and donations.

To obtain more information or to receive meals, please contact 873-0541.

This program is supported by the Peninsula Area on Aging.

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WALK-IN

MAIL-IN Make Checks Payable to “Poquoson Parks & Recreation” Send Registration to: Poquoson Parks & Recreation 830 Poquoson Ave Poquoson , VA 23662

Visit Us! We love to see you.

Office hours are Monday thru Friday

8:30am-4:30pm at the Municipal Building

830 Poquoson Avenue, Poquoson VA 23662

757-868-3580

Check, Cash, Visa or Mastercard

After hours you may utilize our drop box on the front of the Municipal Building

FAX-IN Complete the registration Form and Fax it to

757-868-3585.

Mastercard or Visa payment only accepted by fax. Be sure to sign your registration form and provide all proper credit card information.

Note that on all credit card payments a 2.5% Service fee will be charged for the use of your credit card as a form of payment.

Though we do our best to secure program locations, details, and times, occasionally we must make changes to sched-ules, times or locations for programs. This can be due to any number of factors, included but not limited to, facility con-cerns, maintenance, joint scheduling with the school system or required changes from the initial planning at the time of publication. Enrollment numbers for programs can also facilitate these changes. If this occurs please be aware that we will make every effort to contact you with the information you have provided on your registration form. All programs listed within this publication are filled on a first-come, first serve basis, unless noted. Your receipt is your confirmation. Each program must draw a minimum number of participants or it will be cancelled. The City of Poquoson reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or combine programs, or change instructors to best provide the program for everyone.

If an activity is cancelled due to low enrollment, you will be refunded your total program fees, less credit card transac-tion fees. Please remember that an accurate, complete, and legible registration form is vital for us to contact you.

Please be sure to observe all closing dates for activities. Program fees must be paid at the time of registration. No Call-in registration is accepted. Payment is accepted in either cash, personal check, VISA or MasterCard. When payment is made using a credit card a 2.5% convenience charge is added to the total for processing. Special Needs: The City of Poquoson is committed to making reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. To request a reasonable accommodation please allow a minimum of 3 weeks advance notice of need. All accommodation requests must be made in writing to the Department. To begin the process contact can be made by calling 868-3580.

REFUNDS: By registering for a program you agree to the following & in all cases understand that: 1) No refunds will be granted after the first class has begun.

2) No refund will be granted to a participant if you cancel later than 2 business days prior to the start of class.

3) No refund will be granted when supplies have been purchased on your behalf, regardless of the time of notification.

4) Specific programs have a no refund policy; this is noted in the program description.

5) All amusement park tickets are non-refundable.

6) Cancellation policies for facilities rental/use are stated on the respective reservation/use forms.

7) In the event of sickness or injury, refunds must be requested in writing, and in person at the Parks and Recreation Office.

A doctor’s note must be provided with the request. A refund is not guaranteed in this case but may be considered and/or pro-rated.

8) A $10 service charge will be deducted from all refunds.

9) Refunds will not be granted as a result of Schedule changes due to weather.

10) Poquoson Parks and Recreation does not prorate refunds.

11) No refund is guaranteed unless the requestor has a receipt showing proof of payment.

12) Parks and Recreation reserves the right to handle a request on a case-by-case basis. 15

Participant Name: Male or Female

Address:

City: State: Zip:

Participant Date of Birth: Age Today: Shirt Size: YS YM YL AS AM AL AXL AXX

Parent/Guardian Name:

Email Address: (Required)

Primary Phone Contact: Alternate Phone Contact:

I or My Spouse is willing to Coach/ Name of Prospective Volunteer:

Program # Activity Title/Session Fee

PLEASE READ WAIVER AND SIGN BELOW– Each adult must sign a separate

waiver.

A parent/guardian must sign for their children ages 17 and under. I have had explained to me the nature of the activity in which I am or my child is being enrolled.

I understand that there are certain risks associated with this activity & that it is the duty of each participant to exercise reasonable care for his own safety and that of other participants.

If this consent is given for my child, I also understand that, while participating in the activity, my child will be expected to behave in a reasonable and responsible manner and that the activity’s supervisory staff have the authority to discipline my child in a manner similar to that imposed in Poquoson City’s public schools.

While it has been explained to me that the City of Poquoson prides itself upon the competency and dedication of its staff, I understand that, under Virginia law, both the City of Poquoson and its employees, its officers, and agents are immune from liability for negligence should I or my child suffer any injury while participating in the activity and that I may consider procuring insurance to protect myself or my child from such occurrences. With all of this in mind, I hereby give my consent to enroll me or my child in the activity listed above, specifically agreeing and consenting to the following where applicable:

(1). I agree to allow photographic images of myself (my child) to be taken and utilized for promotional purposes by the City of Poquoson

(2). I agree to allow myself or my child to be transported from the publicly advertised pick-up site to participate in the activity(s) listed above at the site identified in the activi-ty information should it be required as described in the program.

(3). I will be responsible for the payment of fees imposed by the City for the activity(s) I am registering.

(4). I agree that I will and my child will behave in a sportsmanlike manner, and will not harass, or behave in a negative manner towards any coaches, children, referees or those in attendance at any Parks and Recreation Activity that I or my child may be attending or participating in at any time. And, I further understand I can be removed for such occurrence at the discretion of PPR officials, to include myself, my child or those in attendance related to my child’s attendance at any time for said behavior.

(5) I agree for my phone, address, and email information to be provided to coaches and/or instructors as necessary as related to the program I am registering.

(6) I have read the Refund Policies of the Department and understand they are available for review at the Parks and Recreation Website, and at the PPR Office.

______________________________________________________________

_______________________

Participant or Parent/Guardian of Participant Date

Make checks payable to

Poquoson Parks & Recreation and

mail with form to

Poquoson Parks & Recreation

830 Poquoson Avenue

Poquoson, VA 23662

Credit Card Convenience Fee + 2.5% __________

Please remember that an accurate, complete, and legible registration form is vital for us to contact you.

Credit Cards Accepted

MasterCard and Visa

Name as it Appears on Card_____________________

Signature:________________________ Expiration:______

Card #_ _ _ _-_ _ _ _-_ _ _ _-_ _ _ _ Ein: _ _ _

(on back of card)

Special Needs or Accommodations:

__________________________________________

__________________________________________

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Enjoy Langley Speedway

Racing nights on Saturdays thru

September!

For a complete schedule and race de-tails each week visit

Langley-speedway.com

757-865-RACE The City of Poquoson is proud to recognize Langley Speedway as an outstanding neighbor and community partner. Addi-

tionally, the City sincerely appreciates Langley Speedway’s willingness to assist Poquoson during officially designated

inclement weather emergencies. The City of Poquoson looks forward to continuing this community partnership and is grate-

ful for Langley Speedway’s support.

City Hall is home to a DMV Select Office which allows customers to visit the DMV (Virginia’s Division of Motor Vehicles) in Poquoson to handle vehicle titling, registration transactions and other needs to include license plates, placards, and driver transcript requests. The Select Office does not handle Driver’s Licenses or Identification Cards, however, the mobile unit, known as the DMV 2 GO does. As a new service the Select Office now handles boat registration and

titling, as well as sells hunting and fishing licenses.

The DMV2GO van visits Poquoson at City Hall, 500 City Hall Avenue, on a regular basis to offer the full array of DMV services. Hours are 9:00am-4:00pm on the following days:

October 14 November 4 December 9

We all love to use our PARKS and PUBLIC AREAS

As a courtesy and safety to others please keep pets

leashed and use the Pet Waste Receptacle provided.

Produce for Healthier Living Food Distribution

Eligible Residents of Poquoson & York County WHEN: September 23, October 28, November 25 & December 16

TIME: 10am– 1pm WHERE: OLD MUNICIPAL BUILDING– 830 Poquoson Ave.

A Bag of TEFAP-USDA Commodity foods will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis to income eligible house-holds. A short, completely confidential form must be completed. Additionally, a small produce bag will be available for distribution.

This is a collaborative effort between the Virginia Peninsula Food Bank and our local community groups who graciously assist with distribution. If your group would like to help distribute food please contact Buddy Green at 757-751-5772

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With the economy in Hopeful mode, now is the time to try out self-employment and Poquoson is the Place for Business

startups. From our excellent business programs at Poquoson High School to our growing retired community, our high level

of education and income and a strong entrepreneurial spirit all contribute to an environment that is ripe for small business

startups.

If you have your concept well under way, consider “pitching” it at Start Peninsula (Nov. 14-16, 2014) www.startpeninsula.com for the opportunity to win startup cash and prizes. Regardless of prizes, pitching is well worth the effort enabling you to receive feedback and suggestions from mentors with years of experience to share with you. If you are aware of a need overseas or have developed a new product and are sourcing components or manufacturing in other parts of the world, you are in the right place to start a business in import/export. Hampton Roads offers one of the best ports on the East Coast with exceptional rail distribution. You don’t have to live next door to the port – Poquoson is so close to the port the container trucks will deliver to your door. If you think you have an idea worth exploring in the im-port/export field, please email Charity.Gavaza@poquoson-va.gov and let her know. We would love to offer a class here in Poquoson to explore this exciting option. There are so many resources to assist you in taking your concept to the next level – check out some of these. The first place to start, after you’ve worked out your concept, is the City of Poquoson Commissioner’s Office. They are available on the web at http://www.poquoson-va.gov/city_departments/commissioner. Here you can obtain a business license and access other helpful information. Also, the website, www.businessonestop.virginia.gov is a great online resource with answers to many of your most basic questions. For classes to help you get started, check online at www.hrsbdc.org . The City of Poquoson Economic Development Office is here to do our best to assist you in these and all your business endeav-ors. Whether your business is a startup or growing into a new space, give us a call at 757-868-5314 to see how we can as-sist you. Reminder: The last Mayor’s Breakfast of the year will be held on Wednesday, October 22nd at 7:30 am. Please RSVP if you can attend to: Charity.Gavaza@poquoson-va.gov

FLOOD INSURANCE INFORMATION

As many people are aware, the City is in the process of revising the FEMA / NFIP Flood maps and City flood ordinance. As part of that process, we hosted a FEMA OPEN HOUSE on July 8, 2014 at the Poquoson High School Forum which saw almost 300 citizens attend. FEMA Region 111 staff was surprised at the large turnout, level of questions being asked and understanding citi-zens already have related to the flood program, insurance rates and the CRS program. Special thanks are offered to all the various departments, staff, you the citizens for attending, Mr. Wheeler, City Manager, Council members and Mayor Hunt for the awesome support provided. Mayor Hunt and Mr. Wheeler were presented a plaque designating the City as being a CLASS 8 CRS Community.

If you missed the open house or are not sure what zone you are currently in, will be in, or are unsure of the information on your flood declaration page you received, or if you are wondering how to reduce your flood premiums or just want to learn more, follow these easy tips:

Elevation Certificate- if you have one that is more than 10 years old, consider having a new one prepared. The new certifi-cate will provide a wealth of valuable information, including but not limited to-

Flood Vents – how many you have and/or need to be compliant Elevation of mechanical equipment Flood Zone you are located in Base Flood Elevation of the structure Finished Floor Elevation of the structure Lowest Adjacent grade and Highest Adjacent Grade

Contact the Community Development Department at 757-868-3035, 757-868-3040 or stop in at 500 City Hall Avenue and staff will be happy to help you. We answer questions; such as, how to read and understand an elevation certificate, if you need to know if you have enough flood vents; what your current elevation is, and help you understand your flood renewal form. We provide assistance in pre-

paring the flood information sheet, and will help you even if you have no idea what CRS means and how it can help you.

Display at City Hall, How many vents and why type of vents do you need ?

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VIRGINIA MOTORIST LAWS APPLIED TO SCHOOL BUS LOADING AND UNLOADING

TWO LANE:

Vehicles

traveling in both

directions MUST stop

INTERSECTION:

(Controlled or not controlled by

a traffic control device):

Vehicles approaching from any direction

MUST stop

MULTI-LANE

paved across:

Vehicles traveling in both

directions MUST stop

(Wythe Creek Rd)

DIVIDED HIGHWAY:

Vehicles behind the bus MUST stop. Vehicles traveling in the

opposite direction are not required to stop

(Magruder Blvd, Int. 64)

Virginia Code §46.2-859 A person driving a motor vehicle shall stop such vehicle when approaching, from any direction, any school bus which is stopped on any highway, private road or school driveway for the purpose of taking on or discharging children, the elderly, or mentally or physically handicapped per-sons, and shall remain stopped until all the persons are clear of the highway, private road or school driveway and the bus is put in mo-tion; any person violating the foregoing is guilty of reckless driving. The driver of a vehi-cle, however, need not stop when approach-ing a school bus if the school bus is stopped on the other roadway of a divided highway, on an access road, or on a driveway when the other roadway, access road, or driveway is separated from the roadway on which he is driving by a physical barrier or an unpaved area. Virginia Code 46.2-1090 Failure of a warn-ing device to function on any school bus shall not relieve any person operating a motor vehicle from his duty to stop as provided in §§46.2-844 and 46.2-859

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PRSRT STD

U S Postage

PAID

Hampton, VA

Permit No. 2025

Postal Patron

830 Poquoson Avenue

Poquoson, VA 23662

This Year’s Theme: “A Bull Island Christmas”

Registration is available Poquoson Parks & Recreation,

830 Poquoson Ave. or Visit: www.poquoson-va.gov/parks

Line up for the Parade will begin at 6pm.

Parade route– Poquoson Avenue to Wythe Creek Road to Victory Blvd.

Call 868-3588 for more information.