Time Running Out for Employers to Register for Job Fair
Only a few spots remain available for employers who wish to promote job openings at the 2nd Annual Accomack-Northampton Regional Job Fair sponsored by the Virginia Employment Commission (Eastern Shore One-Stop Center); the three local Chambers of Commerce (Chincoteague, Eastern Shore of Virginia and Northampton County) and hosted by Eastern Shore Community College. The Job Fair will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, in the Great Hall of ESCC’s Workforce Development Center. Over 300 job seekers attended last year’s event. With an additional sponsor and more employers, up to 400 job seekers are expected to attend in this, the second year of this regional effort. [Read more…]
SATURDAY 3/14: Town’s Favorite Talent Show ‘I Played the Palace’
I Played the Palace
7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 14 (rescheduled due to weather)
Come see or perform in Arts Enter’s annual non-competitive talent show, open to all ages. Enjoy a lighthearted and non-competitive evening at the Historic Palace Theatre, where the talents of neighbors and friends will be highlighted, all in good fun. [Read more…]
Elizabeth Reid Wins American Legion Essay Contest
Elizabeth Reid, a Northampton Middle School student, is the winner of the Virginia American Legion First District (Eastern Shore) middle school essay contest. Each year, the American Legion Post 56 in Cheriton invites Northampton County middle school students to write a one page essay that begins with, “I like living in America because . . . .”
Ms. Reid’s essay declared that she liked living in America “because of our many freedoms, the diversity, and our military.” She further expressed that “I am very fortunate to live in this country.” [Read more…]
FRIDAY 2/6: Fruit Horticulture on the Eastern Shore
“Fruit Horticulture on the Eastern Shore,” a free 90-minute event sponsored by the Science and Philosophy Seminar of the Eastern Shore of Virginia, will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, February 6, in the Lecture Hall of the Eastern Shore Community College, 29300 Lankford Hwy., Melfa. [Read more…]
New Programs at Northampton Free Library
The Northampton Free Library in Nassawadox is happy to announce the start of new adult programs beginning in February. All programs will be in our newly updated meeting room and will offer light refreshments.
The Nassawadox Book Club will meet on the third Thursday of every month from 2-4 p.m. Everyone will be reading the same book and books will be provided. Join us for lively discussions and find out what others are reading. We are limited to 12 people for this club because of the availability of the books so please call the library to register. [Read more…]
SATURDAY 1/24: Play Auditions at Arts Enter
Arts Enter will be holding auditions for “The Exciting Adventures of an Effervescent Elf” on Saturday, January 24, at 10 a.m.. There are several roles for male and female, ages 7 to 16. [Read more…]
FRIDAY 1/23: Free Lecture on Traumatic Brain Injury at ESCC
“Traumatic Brain Injury” is this week’s free 90-minute talk sponsored by the Science and Philosophy Seminar of the Eastern Shore of Virginia. It will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, January 23, in the Lecture Hall of the Eastern Shore Community College, in Melfa. Bob Paschall will talk about the political and social implications of traumatic brain injury. Paschall practices neurology on the Shore.
Spring Classes at Arts Enter School of Dance
Time to get your dance and movement on, as the spring semester begins at Arts Enter School of Dance. Looking for a different kind of workout? Try our 60 minute high-energy Advanced Modern or Contemporary Jazz classes featuring a warm up, a toning session, and 45 minutes of original choreography by Amy Watkins. Drawing on all types of musical influences, Miss Amy’s choreography is always low impact, but fun for both new and experienced dancers. [Read more…]
