Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce announced this week their new President and Director will be JOYCE WAUGH - great choice!
Congrats Joyce, and thanks for all you do for us.
Friday, October 31, 2008
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
BREAKING NEWS - NOT
Sorry, this BREAKING NEWS Headline is not surprise to me - or I imagine, most under 40's in Roanoke.
Region needs to better prepare for aging population, lack of opportunities for young
By Beth Macy
Localities in the Roanoke region need to collaborate more to address the higher-than-average increase in seniors — at a time when the region is losing people ages 25 to 44 at a greater pace than the state or national average.
That was a key finding in the Roanoke Regional Community Indicators report, prepared by the Council of Community Services as a vehicle for addressing the region’s household economic needs.
“We need to better prepare for the increase in seniors by asking: What are the job opportunities in technology and health care that could tie in with our K-12 education system?” said Dan Merenda, the council’s vice president for planning and consultation.
“By looking at these ties between education and industry, it might help us” to lure native Roanokers back to the region after college, he added.
The 104-page report will be online tomorrow at the council’s Website: councilofcommunityservices.org
I look forward to reading the report!
Region needs to better prepare for aging population, lack of opportunities for young
By Beth Macy
Localities in the Roanoke region need to collaborate more to address the higher-than-average increase in seniors — at a time when the region is losing people ages 25 to 44 at a greater pace than the state or national average.
That was a key finding in the Roanoke Regional Community Indicators report, prepared by the Council of Community Services as a vehicle for addressing the region’s household economic needs.
“We need to better prepare for the increase in seniors by asking: What are the job opportunities in technology and health care that could tie in with our K-12 education system?” said Dan Merenda, the council’s vice president for planning and consultation.
“By looking at these ties between education and industry, it might help us” to lure native Roanokers back to the region after college, he added.
The 104-page report will be online tomorrow at the council’s Website: councilofcommunityservices.org
I look forward to reading the report!
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
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GOING TO THE DOGS BLOCK PARTY
October 29, 2008
TOMORROW!
Downtown Block Party Outside and Inside stores (so you can come in, eat, warm up etc!)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
$20 for all you can eat delicious food from TRIO / Cash Bar / Kids $10 / Kids under 6 are free!
http://www.goingtothedogsblockparty.com/
All funds go to support Roanoke Valley SPCA / St. Francis Service Dog Foundation and Roanoke Dog Park
October 29, 2008
TOMORROW!
Downtown Block Party Outside and Inside stores (so you can come in, eat, warm up etc!)
5:00pm - 8:00pm
$20 for all you can eat delicious food from TRIO / Cash Bar / Kids $10 / Kids under 6 are free!
http://www.goingtothedogsblockparty.com/
All funds go to support Roanoke Valley SPCA / St. Francis Service Dog Foundation and Roanoke Dog Park
Monday, October 27, 2008
COUNTY BD OF SUPERS ---- WHAT'S GOING ON?
And you thought we only cared about the City of ROANOKE --- NOT.
Check out the agenda for this week's Bd. of Supervisors meeting:
There are a couple of greenway items (F.1 & 2.) under New Business for Tuesday's Roanoke County Board meeting, plus an item (F.4.) on stormwater managerment projects (also a related work session on this - item A.2.).
Also of interest to you may be the 1PM work sessions on the (A.1.) impact of state budget reductions on the County and item A.3. an overview of energy and efficiency suggestions and staff recommendations for saving money.
In addition there's a closed session at noon to discuss prospective candidates for the Clerk to the Board and County Administrator, and another on a performance agreement with Core-Hollins Hospitality, LLC. An additional work session (item Q.2.) is scheduled before their 7 PM session to review the status of the South County Library Project and related Merriman Roundabout.
The County's annual Board of Supervisors retreat is scheduled for 11/9/08 at the Homestead.
(AWESOME - I want to go!)
Check out the agenda for this week's Bd. of Supervisors meeting:
There are a couple of greenway items (F.1 & 2.) under New Business for Tuesday's Roanoke County Board meeting, plus an item (F.4.) on stormwater managerment projects (also a related work session on this - item A.2.).
Also of interest to you may be the 1PM work sessions on the (A.1.) impact of state budget reductions on the County and item A.3. an overview of energy and efficiency suggestions and staff recommendations for saving money.
In addition there's a closed session at noon to discuss prospective candidates for the Clerk to the Board and County Administrator, and another on a performance agreement with Core-Hollins Hospitality, LLC. An additional work session (item Q.2.) is scheduled before their 7 PM session to review the status of the South County Library Project and related Merriman Roundabout.
The County's annual Board of Supervisors retreat is scheduled for 11/9/08 at the Homestead.
(AWESOME - I want to go!)
Friday, October 24, 2008
DOG PARK VICTORY ---- HERE COMES THE FENCE
City council backs architecture board, OKs dog park
None of the six Roanoke City Council members present voted against the Highland Park site.
By Mason Adams 981-3253
The Roanoke City Council voted 6-0 on Thursday to uphold a lower city board's ruling to allow a 1-acre off-leash dog park to be located on the western side of Highland Park.
The city's Architectural Review Board had voted to approve a 4-foot black vinyl fence for the park and the location of the dog park at its July and August meetings.
Old Southwest resident Doug Turner appealed the decisions, arguing that Highland Park was chosen without an adequate site selection process and that the location would adversely affect performances on a nearby stage.
"I urge you not to throw this good amphitheater to the dogs," Turner said. "Instead, let's request that the Department of Parks and Recreation develop a master plan identifying alternative sites for dog parks throughout the city."
Advocates for the dog park, including members of Old Southwest Inc. and NewVa Connects, a young professionals advocacy group, argued that it would be well-policed by its patrons and help decrease crime in Highland Park.
NewVa Connects spokeswoman Lauren Ellerman cited the dog park as the perfect example of a public-private partnership between "a young professionals group, a neighborhood group and the city of Roanoke."
The council evidently agreed, voting unanimously to uphold the Architectural Review Board's decision. Vice Mayor Sherman Lea was absent from the meeting.
WE ARE SO EXCITED - thanks everyone for their support, time, and money!
None of the six Roanoke City Council members present voted against the Highland Park site.
By Mason Adams 981-3253
The Roanoke City Council voted 6-0 on Thursday to uphold a lower city board's ruling to allow a 1-acre off-leash dog park to be located on the western side of Highland Park.
The city's Architectural Review Board had voted to approve a 4-foot black vinyl fence for the park and the location of the dog park at its July and August meetings.
Old Southwest resident Doug Turner appealed the decisions, arguing that Highland Park was chosen without an adequate site selection process and that the location would adversely affect performances on a nearby stage.
"I urge you not to throw this good amphitheater to the dogs," Turner said. "Instead, let's request that the Department of Parks and Recreation develop a master plan identifying alternative sites for dog parks throughout the city."
Advocates for the dog park, including members of Old Southwest Inc. and NewVa Connects, a young professionals advocacy group, argued that it would be well-policed by its patrons and help decrease crime in Highland Park.
NewVa Connects spokeswoman Lauren Ellerman cited the dog park as the perfect example of a public-private partnership between "a young professionals group, a neighborhood group and the city of Roanoke."
The council evidently agreed, voting unanimously to uphold the Architectural Review Board's decision. Vice Mayor Sherman Lea was absent from the meeting.
WE ARE SO EXCITED - thanks everyone for their support, time, and money!
Monday, October 20, 2008
CITY COUNCIL NEEDS TO HEAR FROM YOU
This Thursday Oct 23 at 7pm -
ABOUT THE LOCATION OF THE DOG PARK
Please come, and voice your support - this Could be the LAST STEP!
ABOUT THE LOCATION OF THE DOG PARK
Please come, and voice your support - this Could be the LAST STEP!
NOVEMBEER TICKETS AVAILABLE
NovemBeer tickets can now be purchased online through the Chamber store on www.roanokechamber.org.
SO WHY BUY NOVEMBEER TICKETS IN ADVANCE:
1. Because they are cheaper ($15 instead of $20 at the door)
2. So you will have them
3. Because BLUE 5 and STARR HILL BREWERY are such a sweet combo, we may sell out
4. Because the Band is so good Jordan Harman Band - sold out at 202 in the past
5. Because NOVEMBER 21, 2008 is just a month away!!!
SO BUY NOW!
www.newvaconnects.org
SO WHY BUY NOVEMBEER TICKETS IN ADVANCE:
1. Because they are cheaper ($15 instead of $20 at the door)
2. So you will have them
3. Because BLUE 5 and STARR HILL BREWERY are such a sweet combo, we may sell out
4. Because the Band is so good Jordan Harman Band - sold out at 202 in the past
5. Because NOVEMBER 21, 2008 is just a month away!!!
SO BUY NOW!
www.newvaconnects.org
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
MUMMIES IN THE NOKE NEXT FRIDAY
Presented by Valley Forward
Here Come the Mummies -- October 24 at Awful Arthurs at Towers 9 pm
Get ready to rock the house down with an unbelievable band out of Nashville, Here Come the Mummies. www.herecomethemummies.com This group is full of funk and is best described as a cross between Barry White and George Clinton.
Come ready for a racy, raunchy, raucous of a good time, and all for a good cause. The money raised will go to purchase grand pianos for each of the Roanoke City High Schools. Two sets of amazing, funky deep bass riffs, big horns, booming percussion and a performance that will blow you away.
Tickets are available at area Awful Arthurs locations, K92 studios on Electric Road, Fork in the Alley or the downtown StellarOne Bank branch on Market Street. Checks accepted made payable to G J Productions. Credit Cards accepted at Fork in the Alley or online at www.mummiesfundraiser.com through PayPal.
Tickets are $25
Here Come the Mummies -- October 24 at Awful Arthurs at Towers 9 pm
Get ready to rock the house down with an unbelievable band out of Nashville, Here Come the Mummies. www.herecomethemummies.com This group is full of funk and is best described as a cross between Barry White and George Clinton.
Come ready for a racy, raunchy, raucous of a good time, and all for a good cause. The money raised will go to purchase grand pianos for each of the Roanoke City High Schools. Two sets of amazing, funky deep bass riffs, big horns, booming percussion and a performance that will blow you away.
Tickets are available at area Awful Arthurs locations, K92 studios on Electric Road, Fork in the Alley or the downtown StellarOne Bank branch on Market Street. Checks accepted made payable to G J Productions. Credit Cards accepted at Fork in the Alley or online at www.mummiesfundraiser.com through PayPal.
Tickets are $25
McCain Obama face off in ROANOKE
NO REALLY, at least their surrogates FACE OFF IN ROANOKE
OCTOBER 16, 2008
6:00 pm -Cocktails and Dinner
6:45 pm - Debate begins
Claude Moore Center (Higher Ed Center)
Tickets $20 at the door
More info www.newvaconnects.org
Monday, October 13, 2008
MARK WARNER IN ROANOKE VIRGINIA
TOMORROW
Oct. 14, 2008
and its free
And you get to ask Questions to him about his Senatorial Campaign
during your lunch hour - so why wouldn't you be there?
12:15 pm- OCT 14, 2008
ROOM 212 of the HIGHER ED CENTER
Please come, meet, greet and ask questions
Thursday, October 9, 2008
MEET GOV WARNER and OBAMA MCCAIN STAFF
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BATTLEGROUND 2008ROANOKE, VA – NewVaConnects, the young professional’s voice for Action in the Roanoke Valley, believes that it isn’t enough to read about candidates running for office. Announcing an opportunity to meet Gov. Warner, and surrogates from the McCain and Obama campaigns in person. Meet, greet and ask question candidates in person.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008, 12:15 pm – 1:00pm, Higher Education Center Room 212, come meet Governor Warner. The event is FREE and open to everyone. NewVaConnects is holding a meet and greet where residents of the Valley can meet and question Governor Warner, ask about his plans and opinions. Bring your lunch, drinks will be provided.
Thursday, October 16, 2008, 6:00 pm – 8:00pm, Claude Moore Center, come meet Obama and McCain surrogates and ask questions about the two candidates. Dinner, wine, beer will be provided. The event is $20 and tickets may be purchased in advance at the Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce.
About NewVaConnectsNewVaConnects, the young professionals voice for action, was created as an affiliate of the Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce in the spring of 2006 by a group of professionals in their 20's and 30's who were concerned about issues facing our region. Their goal is to aid in the accomplishment of making the NewVa region a talent capital and a great place for young professionals to live and work. By acting as a united voice, young professionals have the opportunity to shape their community and make it a place that attracts talent and economic growth. NewVaConnects regularly hosts events and programs that focus on topics concerning current political issues, professional development, and social interaction. Learn more about the organization at: www.NewVaConnects.org.
Monday, October 6, 2008
WEEKEND OF EVENTS AND MORE
- Were you one of the 800 people that helped clean the Roanoke River on Saturday with Parks & Rec Waterways Clean up?
- Were you one of the hundreds (4 legged friends included) that came to the Dog Park FUNdraiser and ate some hot dogs or got a bath?
If so -we appreciate your continued support. We raised over $1800 which puts us over the half way mark on our goal of $30,000. For more info - www.roanokedogpark.com
- Do you love our GREENWAYS and want to provide feedback to the City for the next few stages?
If so - tonight at 7pm at the Roanoke Civic Center is a public meeting on the Greenways
So many ways to get involved ----
Thursday, October 2, 2008
GREEN WAY TO GET INVOLVED
Subject: City Invites Citizen Input on New Greenway Connection
ROANOKE, VA - On Monday, Oct. 6, at 7 p.m., the City of Roanoke will hold a public input session on the Civic Center's Performing Arts Mezzanine to discuss ways to connect the Roanoke River and Tinker Creek Greenways. This is an opportunity for citizens to share their thoughts and ideas on how to connect the two park corridors.
For more information, please contact Donnie Underwood at 540-853-1166.
ROANOKE, VA - On Monday, Oct. 6, at 7 p.m., the City of Roanoke will hold a public input session on the Civic Center's Performing Arts Mezzanine to discuss ways to connect the Roanoke River and Tinker Creek Greenways. This is an opportunity for citizens to share their thoughts and ideas on how to connect the two park corridors.
For more information, please contact Donnie Underwood at 540-853-1166.
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