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March 2007

February Meeting Report

The Chamber met on February 20th at the Rescue Squad Building. President Patti Throckmorton called the meeting to order. After a meal of ÒComfort FoodÓ prepared by the members, she introduced the delegation from Historic Buckingham. Lynn Henshaw, Nancy Faxon, who came in period costume and Martha Louis presented a DVD presentation on the Historic Village and future plans.

Joe & Mary Gemski had the Chamber Scrapbook on hand and are requesting any pictures of items pertaining to the Chamber.

Patti Throckmorton gave an update on the BNN. Everyone is invited to the next event, which will be Game Night at the Catholic Church of the Nativity on Route 60. All are invited to attend on Friday, March 16 @ 7pm & bring a Board or Card game of choice and a snack to share.

Welcome New Member

Real Estate III -Buckingham
Dolores Rogers
Dillwyn, VA

Duck's Renovations, Inc
Matthew & Katherine Stillwell
Buckingham, VA

It seems in listing new members during the past year, we had a memory lapse
Apologies to new member Julie Layman of Akarion Realty, Palmyra, VA

BNN Plans

The Buckingham Neighbors Network has an impressive list of events planned for the coming year. Under their by-laws they welcome any resident of the county. Only people living here for five years or less may hold an office. All events will be advertised in The Beacon, The Cumberland Bulletin & The Herald.

Game Night 3/16
See February Meeting Report

Easter Egg Hunt
Historic Village 4/7 2pm

2007 Guidebook

Dan Curran of All American Publications has completed the latest addition of the Buckingham Guidebook. Member ads, local phone numbers & local information make this a must- have for county homes and businesses. Of all of the Chamber projects, this has been one of the most successful over the years. Watch for your copy. 6600 copies will be distributed!

Upcoming Events

Animal Fair
Saturday, April 21
Rain Date 4/28
10am - 4pm
Sponsored by Straight Street & The Chamber
On the grounds of the Straight Street Building - Route 20
It's going to be a great event with booths, demonstrations & animal related products for sale ! There will be food and a Pet Contest! This celebration of the four-footed, feathered & furry friends who share our lives is something you don't want to miss! Please help us spread the word. Questions - contact Nan Holt, Chair 969-1377.

Spring Garden Tour
June 2
1pm until 5pm.
Sponsored by Buckingham - Dillwyn Garden Club & The Chamber.
8 Gardens on the tour.

March Chamber Meeting
Tuesday, March 20
6:30 PM
Rescue Squad Building
RSVP by Mon 19th, 5pm
Program presented by Anti-Litter Task Force
Light Meal Provided.