Both Avalon and Bacon Street felt the support of community fundraising efforts, while a Christian school is preparing for an annual benefit luncheon. The former chairman of the College of William & Mary’s Board of Visitors was honored for his commitment to equality for the LGBT community.
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Turkey Trot Supports Women’s Shelter and Services
November’s Blue Talon Turkey Trot raised $15,000 for Avalon: A Center for Women and Children. Avalon provides shelter and support to those experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault in the Greater Williamsburg area.
Last year’s Thanksgiving 5k race had more than 3,000 runners, walkers and volunteers.
In addition to raising money for the organization in 2013, Blue Talon owners David Everett and Kathryn Tawes have chosen Avalon as the beneficiary for the 2014 and 2015 races, as well.
Hannah’s Closet Donates to Youth Substance Abuse Center
For early admission to a consignment sale, the children’s store Hannah’s Closet accepted donations for Bacon Street, a nonprofit that takes a family-focused approach to assisting young people affected by substance abuse and/or mental illness, and has been serving the area for more than 40 years.
Robin Paradee and her business partner Colleen Pilon conduct the sale twice annually, and have provided donations to a number of area charitable organizations.
WCA Raises Funds for Annual Luncheon
Williamsburg Christian Academy’s seventh annual Soar Like Eagles fundraising event will be held Wednesday at the Williamsburg Lodge. The theme of this year’s luncheon, “Together – Building Christian Leaders,” will celebrate the variety of partnerships within the school community that represent WCA’s mission and vision.
Parents, grandparents, pastors, community friends and business leaders will attend the one-hour luncheon and program, which will include performances, speakers and a video presentation. Guests have the opportunity to make individual pledges that may be paid in a variety of ways to support the operation of the Christian school serving preschool through 12th grade.
To learn more about attending or making a donation, please contact Pam McGregor at (757) 220-1978, ext. 113 or [email protected].
Former W&M Rector Recognized for Leading LGBT Equality Efforts
Equality Virginia has announced its 2014 class of OUTstanding Virginians who represent the state’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community are committed to moving it forward. Equality Virginia is a statewide, nonpartisan education, outreach, and advocacy organization working to end discrimination and promote safety.
Jeffrey B. Trammell, a 1973 graduate of the college, was among the nine individuals who will be honored at the 11th annual Commonwealth Dinner on April 5. Trammell previously served as rector at William & Mary, the chairman of the school’s Board of Visitors, from 2011 to 2013.
He was the first openly gay chairman of the board of trustees of a major American university.
To learn more about Equality Virginia or purchase tickets to the dinner, visit their website.
Williamsburg Steakhouse Wins People’s Choice at Museum Event
Opus 9 Steakhouse of Williamsburg claimed a
Peoples’ Choice iron skillet award at The Mariners’ Museum’s “History
Bites” food-tasting event on March 8. Ten Hampton Roads restaurants and caterers competed at the fundraising event, preparing food inspired by the Civil War era.
Aaron Guzik, sous chef at Opus 9 Steakhouse in Williamsburg, dishes up
corned beef hash for an attendee at The Mariners’ Museum’s March 8
History Bites event (Submitted)
Opus 9 and Schlesinger’s Steakhouse in Newport News claimed the third Place Peoples’ Choice award, an iron skillet with an engraved plaque.
Harpoon Larry’s of Newport News took home the Judges’ Award, First Place People’s Choice and the Ironclad Chef’s Award for historical accuracy. The Catering Company of Williamsburg also participated in the event.
History Bites was part of Battle of Hampton Roads Weekend at the Museum, an annual event commemorating the anniversary of the March 1862 clash of the ironclads USS Monitor and CSS Virginia.
