Monthly Archives: May 2010

Cape Story’s 12th Annual Spring Fling

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Similar to last year, we had to postpone the event one week due to weather.  But we had sunny skies on a Memorial Day weekend and a wonderful event that drew about 80 children and parents for the festivities.  Jared from Astro DJs kept the party shaking with cool tunes and special events.  DeeDee from Bobby the Clown Agency made great balloon animals and painted unique designs on many smiling faces.  All enjoyed hamburgers, hotdogs, and chips courtesy of the Civic Association.  Snow cones and popcorn where graciously provided by LYNN HUME, RE/MAX Allegiance.  Yummy desserts were also brought and shared by neighbors.    Kids of all ages had an out of this world time on the moonwalk, while others competed in various games to try to win gift certificates to AMC theatres.  The kids even managed to beat the adults in a tug-o-war match. 

Event winners were:

  • Hula Hoops – Mia Wallace
  • Belly Ball – Jenifer and Todd Solomon
  • Water Balloon Toss #1 – Rachel Reiss & Haley Reiss
  • Water Balloon Toss #2 – Chris Buca & Alley Wood
  • Sack Race #1 – Elizabeth & Emma Jennings
  • Sack Race #2 – Julian Molldow
  • Sack Race #3 – Brett Pendergast
  • Basket Ball Free Throw (7yr & under) – Mason Solomon
  • Basket Ball Free Throw (8yr & up) – Mack Barnes

 Additional Spring Fling Thank You!!!

Thanks to Patrick Slyer and Andy Baan for cooking up the burgers and dogs.  A special thanks goes to the few that support the many, Shirley Drye, Empsy Munden, Don Lawson, Brian Harrell, Gary Forrest and Jenifer Solomon for set-up, serving and clean-up.  And another big thank you to this year’s coordinator, Todd Solomon, for putting together a terrific event.

CHECK OUT THE PHOTOS on our Cape Story Shutter Fly Page.  Go to the Neighborhood Photos Tab on our Menu Bar.

The Sertoma by the Bay Summer Sizzler – June 12th

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Party by the Bay … You’re invited!
Sertoma by the Bay, a local women’s group affiliated with the internationally recognized service group founded in 1912 (www.Sertoma.org), invites you to support local charities the fun way at

The Sertoma by the Bay Summer Sizzler
Saturday, June 12, 2010 – 12:30 to 6:00 p.m.

First Landing State Park Amphitheater  & Gazebo

Live music by Strictly Business (http://www.thebizz1.com/) & CHS teen Louis Smith (www.RiffCurrent.com)

A donation of $45 includes unlimited access to a catered buffet by Moe’s SW Grill and beverages from the bar tended by club volunteers.  You must be 21 to attend.
For tickets and info, contact Linda Hennessy at 343-3117 or lkhennessy@cox.net.  Tickets are also available at Moe’s.  

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Cape Story General Meeting – Monday May 10th at 7:30pm

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                                              CAPE STORY BY THE SEA 
                              MONTHLY CIVIC ASSOCIATION MEETING
                                         VIRGINIA BEACH RESORT HOTEL
                                                    2800 Shore Drive
                                       Monday May 10, 2010 at 7:30pm 
 

I.    Call to Order  – Introduction of guests

II.   Minutes April & March 2010 Meetings

III. Treasurers Report

IV. Officers Reports 

V.   Committee Reports

  • Neighborhood Watch Update – Regina Wallace- Neighborhood Watch –
  • Beautification & Clean-up Committee –  Shirley Drye and Dee Simpson ––  Sunday, May 16th 2pm – meet in the Cape Story Park 
  • Military Liaison Update–   Andy Baan – Amy Phillips, Information Officer amy.l.phillips@navy.mil            phone: 757.422.7101 ext 225   and Janson Eversole, AICP Community Planning Liaison Officer Jason.eversole@navy.mil
  • SkipJack:  Ginnie and Tracy Stover –SUMMER  ISSUE  – Deadline MAY 15th

 Pictures available on www.capestory.org  – send your pictures to post links at web site

VI.   Unfinished Business

  • Storm Water and Flood Damage follow up –must report concerns and problems to Public Works 385-1470     
  • Membership for 2010 – SPRING NEWSLETTER has membership application for 2010—JOIN NOW for $10 for whole family –MEMBERSHIP is open to ALL (Owners and Renters) persons living in Cape Story. Please provide READABLE email to be added to or to remain on the CSBTS Email List.  Chance for $100 drawing with each membership application.  Application attached to this agenda
  • The Sandalwood Walkover– work started plan ADA-American Disabilities Act- requirements to be met and plan to be finished by Memorial Day.            The Va. Pilot reported Fishing Pier to be rebuilt also 

V.     New Business   

  •  Spring Fling – May 23rd– 4PM -7PM in the Cape Story Park–  rain Date May 30th  –  a chance to submit THEMES For JULY 4th PARADE-  Volunteers needed  – Call Todd Solomon: 667-8533
  • VBgov web site survey request- citizens survey requested by City to improve Web site, online at www.VBgov.com/surveys  – click on “Redesign VBgov.com” – available until May 16, 2010
  • Shore Drive Safety Initiative – subcommittee meetings in May-David Williams, Shore Drive Safety Initiative 2010 Chairman    CSBTS and CHS were the two primary civic associations behind the 35 mph on our section of Shore Drive.   Attached is a link for the Shore Drive Advisory Committee 2006 Safety Task Force Recommendations to provide background information and basis for future SDSI initiatives.   http://www.vbgov.com/file_source/dept/webteam/Document/shore_drive_safety_task_force_report_to_SDAC.pdf 
  • VBCCO-:  May 12, 2010 –  7PM at the  Meyera Obendorf Central  library-will hear arguments for and against the proposal to allow electronic billboards. Whichever side of this issue you are on –or even if you don’t know what the buzz is all about- you won’t want to miss this meeting
  •  SDCC –     Check www.sdcc.info for current information on Everything you wanted to know about Shore Drive– CSBTS residents may attend as guests   MONDAY, May 24, 2010 at 7:30PM at the Ocean Park Rescue Squad Station- watch emails for updates

VIII. Adjourn

Volunteer Opportunities at First Landing State Park

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ADMINISTRATIVE:

Front Office Receptionist.  May 12-14, 17-20, 24-27 from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.  Answering phone, copying, fielding guests questions.

Data Entry. Any day.  One day per week, 2 hours.

Data base design.  Need a volunteer with Microsoft Access experience to design a data base to track rental inventory.

Event Planning Assistant. One day per week, 2 - 4 hours. Research and contact potential venders/sponsors.  Assist with event set-up and take-down.


VISITOR SERVICES:
Interpretive Volunteer. Summer season, mostly weekends and holidays (Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day).  Assisting with Swamp Stop, crabbing, Geoquest, Wonder Bugs, Moonlight Movie programs.  Leading Bald Cypress Hike, Seaside Creations, other volunteer interests may be considered.  Volunteer lead programs will require training by interpreters.

 

SPECIAL EVENTS:

Smokey the Bear Day, May 8th - 10:00 am - 4:30 pm.  Game and craft supervision, runners and man booth.

Great American Backyard Campout, June 26th - June 27th - 2:00 pm Saturday to noon Sunday - this is an overnight event.  Camping experienced volunteers needed to assist military families make a meaningful connection with nature.  Assist park staff with special camping programs, demonstrations, cookout and campfire story-telling and sing-alongs.

Junior Rangers Camp July 12 - 16 (Ages 4-6) and July 19th  - 23rd (Ages 7 - 12).  9:00 am - 1:30 pm Monday - Friday. Assist park staff and camp participants explore the forests, beach and trails of FLSP.  There will be additional Junior Ranger camps this summer, too.

Dog Days of Summer, July 17th 11:00 am - 4:30 pm. Assist park staff with event set up and event activities.

Fall Festival, October 16th 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Assist park staff with event set up and event activities.

MAINTENANCE:

Trail maintenance will be conducted soon.  Dates have not been set yet as we are waiting for standing water to recede.  I will keep a list of those interested in assisting with this project.

Please contact Kim Miller if you are interested or have additional questions.  She can be reached at

Email: Kim.miller@dcr.virginia.gov

Phone: 757-412-2308

Cell: 757-536-0088