SENIORS: Joan - Sandbridge Beach Civic League

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SANDBRIDGE BEACH NEWS
VOL. 41 | No. 4
MAY
2016
SANDBRIDGE BEACH, VA 23456
WWW.SANDBRIDGECIVICLEAGUE.ORG
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
While taking my walk this afternoon, I observed a
mama fox and her five cubs playing cautiously as she
would drag them back to safety. She watched intently
as I watched her hovering and caring for her family.
The "Bridge" never ceases to amaze me. I can’t say it
enough--I love where I live!
April's civic league meeting hosted Interim Deputy
City Manager Tom Leahy, Director of Public Works
Phil Davenport and City Engineer Dan Adams
from the City of Virginia Beach. They covered all
the questions forwarded from the community and
a few more. They remain available for questions
when needed. We thank them for taking their time
away from their families to update us on Sandbridge
projects.
The crosswalks near Tuna are on the work order list
and will be complete prior to our busy season. The
sidewalk project from the light to Porpoise Lane will
be under way in the next week or two and finished
prior to May 15. This project has been in the works
for years. The sand that has encroached on the road
will be cleared. The downed tree debris will be
removed from the ditches off Sandbridge Road per
the city within weeks. The SBCL will have someone
brief us on this project during our June meeting. We
received great news regarding Back Bay and the duck
blind removal. Bob McMillin held a meeting with
neighbors and the District Head of Virginia Game
and Inland Fisheries. The damaged duck blinds will
be marked and removed for boaters' safety.
SANDBRIDGE BEACH CIVIC LEAGUE
GUEST SPEAKER
Delegate Barry Knight, Environmental Attorney Jim Lang,
and Coastal Environmental Engineer Bob Kerr
to discuss current efforts to develop a sand management plan for Sandbridge.
Saturday, May 21, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at the Sandbridge Community Chapel.
Please come at 10:15 a.m. and enjoy refreshments with your friends and neighbors.
SBCL MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL
Check Your Mailing Label
If the code 1606V or 1606S appears in the upper right
hand corner, your SBCL membership will lapse June 30,
2016. Use the enclosed form to renew early.
GRADUATING
Family Bingo begins in June at the Sandbridge
Rescue and Fire Station. Siebert Realty has scheduled
two Parties at the Pier at Little Island Park this year
since last year's event was a huge success. With the
warmer season, the charity events begin. Over the
next several months, races will close portions of our
roads as we enjoy the parades and visitors. Golf
tournaments, fishing tournaments, wine festivals,
horse show events and many others will be held to
help local families and charities. Come and support
those in need! I’ll send reminders as these occur.
There was a discussion of how oceanfront home
owners will be allowed to remove encroaching sand
from their properties back to the beach. We were
informed that the city is developing an information
packet to be sent to all Sandbridge oceanfront
property owners, contractors, consultants and realty
agencies, as to what can and cannot be done without
Wetlands Board involvement. There will be a letter
from the city to be included in the next newsletter to
inform all members.
If you missed the April Civic League meeting, then
you missed the dynamic duo of Tim Ferramosca
playing the saxophone and John Spallone on the
organ. They sported sunglasses in a Blues Brothers
style, playing the Happy Birthday song. They were
awesome!
It is such fun being a bona fide beach bum! Let me get
back to lazing on my porch.
Joan
SENIORS:
LAST CALL FOR
SBCL SCHOLARSHIP!
SEE PAGE 13 FOR DETAILS.
Annual Sandbridge
Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 30
Parade lineup
9:30
a.m.
Lorem
Ipsumbegins
DoloratSit
Amet
Parade starts at 10 a.m. @ Bluebill cul-de-sac
Parade ends in Wood Duck Drive cul-de-sac
Awards given for:
Best Decorated Golf Cart-Best Decorated Bike/Wagon -Best Decorated Pet
All ages welcome!
RED CROSS
BLOOD DRIVE
Give the gift of life!
Added date:
Thursday, May 12
1:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Sandbridge Fire & Rescue Station
305 Sandbridge Road
For information call Fred Greene
For more information contact…
Fred Greene @ 288-0372
Judy Donahue @ 348-4180
at 288-0372
2016 Meeting Dates

May 21, 2016
Saturday 10:30 a.m.
President........................................ Joan Davis
.........................................................714-2304
Vice President........................Cheryl Caloras
................................................. 203-770-6537
June 20, 2016
Monday at 7:00 p.m.
Board of Directors
Jane Stilley............................... 609-238-3150
Jim Belcher............................. 804-731-5829
Fred Greene......................................288-0372
Lisa Roland.....................................618-7419
Cary Shreve, Past President-Ex-Officio....................
........................................................573-7200
Mark your calendars now so you can make
your plans to attend each of the Civic
League meetings. The meetings are held in
the Sandbridge Chapel Community Center
at 3041 Sandpiper Road. Meet your neighbors and
take part in your community business. Sandbridge
is YOUR community, and each resident counts.
*Come 15 minutes early to both morning or evening
meetings to socialize with neighbors.
SANDBRIDGE BEACH NEWS is published monthly by the
Sandbridge Beach Civic League. Free to all paid up members of SBCL.
Sandbridge Beach Civic League
Advertising Guide
All ads are to be submitted directly to the
advertising coordinator, by the 12th of each
month.
Black & White - Ad Prices:
1.5” x 2.25” size ad $50 per issue
2.25” x 3” size ad $90 per issue
Full Color - Ad Prices:
1.5” x 2.25” size ad $125 per issue
2.25” x 3” size ad $165 per issue
ADS ARE TO BE CAMERA READY
• No personal, political, individual real estate
agent/broker ads or flyers please.
• All ads must be prepaid. New ads will have a
three-month minimum.
• Make checks payable to Sandbridge Beach Civic
League and send to:
Ginny McCormac
325 Sage Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
For more info, contact Ginny at 721-5816
Sandbridge
Rescue Squad
Contact:
Joan Davis
757-714-2304
305 Sandbridge Rd.
Virginia Beach,
VA 23456
Sandbridge Community
Chapel
Traditional
8:30 a.m.
Sunday School
9:45 a.m.
Contemporary
11:00 a.m.
3041 Sandpiper Road
721-3105
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Secretary....................................Kay Scafone
........................................................721-5984
Treasurer..............................Tim Ferramosca
........................................................301-8977
Newsletter
Co-Editor ….............…Jane Stilley ….................................. 609-238-3150, [email protected]
Co-Editor …..…...........Jim Belcher ……........................804-731-5829, [email protected]
Advertising …..............Ginny McCormac ……..............................................................721-5816
Mailing ….............…...Charlie & Chris Ellin …….........................................................426-8995
Website …..…..............Kathie Springer ……[email protected]
Website Submissions....Cheryl Caloras ........................................................ccaloras@gmail.com
Membership & Directory
By-Laws .................................................. Cheryl Caloras ...................................... 203-770-6537
Directory ................................................. Fred Greene ..................................................288-0372
Directory ................................................. Cary Shreve ..................................................573-7200
Directory Advertising .............................. Donna Earp ...................................................721-7711
Membership............................................. Charlie Ellin......................... [email protected]
Dues: $15/year. Make payable to Sandbridge Beach Civic League and mail to
SBCL, 2129 General Booth Blvd., Suite 103-180, Virginia Beach, VA 23454.
Printer: River City Graphics, Inc. 519-9525
DISCLAIMER: The articles in the Newsletter express the opinion of the authors and are not necessarily the opinions of the
Civic League. Your articles are welcome. Bylaws are available upon request by contacting the SBCL Secretary.
Deadline for news articles is the 15th of the month. Please send all articles in Word .doc format (NOT .docx), to the
newsletter editor. All ads are to be submitted directly to the advertising coordinator, by the 12th of each month.
Printed On Recycled Paper
Calling All Members
Sandbridge is a small community, home to many celebrations, anniversaries, announcements,
births and deaths. As your neighborhood paper, we urge all members to submit any information,
in writing, that could be shared with our families. Don’t forget the deadline is the 15th of every
month! Send your written articles and pictures to 3700 Sandpiper Road, Unit 123-A, Virginia
Beach, VA 23456 or e-mail: [email protected] or [email protected].
Saint John the Apostle Catholic Church
1968 Sandbridge Road
The Rev. Robert J. Cole, Pastor
MASS SCHEDULE
All Masses are celebrated at
Saint John the Apostle Catholic Church.
Saturday - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday - 7:30 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 11:00 a.m.
Mon. - Tues., Thurs. - Fri. - 7:30 a.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m.
St.
Simon’s
BY-THE-SEA
Episcopal Church
The Rev. Marni J. Schneider, Vicar
Sundays 9:30 am – Holy Eucharist
308 Sandbridge Road
(across from the fire station)
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SANDBRIDGE
COMMUNITY DAY
SCHOOL
721-2401
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April Minutes
President Joan Davis called the meeting
to order at 7 p.m. Charles Learned gave
the invocation and led the membership
in The Pledge of Allegiance.
Vice President Cheryl Caloras
introduced our guest speaker Tom
Leahy, Interim Deputy City Manager
with the City of Virginia Beach.
BUSINESS MEETING: The March minutes
were approved as written.
TREASURER'S REPORT: Tim Ferramosca
reported the beginning and ending
balances for March were $18,115.41
and $17,987.53, respectively.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
BACK BAY: Bob McMillin - A planning
and informational meeting with Sgt.
Brandon Woodroff of the Virginia
Department of Game and Inland
Fisheries was held on April 12. Since
that day most of the abandoned duck
blinds have been identified and marked
with a white pole and a red flag. When
the water comes back in the bay, we will
start the removal of these dangers to
boaters.
BLOOD DRIVE: Fred Greene - The next
blood drive will be held at 1 p.m. on
Thursday, May 12.
EVENT HOMES: Walt Hunter - The
committee will meet on April 22 with
city staff.
MEMBERSHIP: Charlie Ellin - Membership
renewal runs from now through June
30. You may renew for more than one
year at a time.
MEMORIAL DAY PARADE: Judy Donahue Everyone is invited to enjoy the parade.
It starts at Bluebill and ends on Wood
Duck. Cookies and hot dogs will be
served at the finish line!
FOURTH OF JULY BOAT PARADE THEME:
American Heroes
ROAD PAVING AND REPAIR: Susan
Sadowski - The road repairs on Shad
Lane have been completed, and Whiting
Lane repairs are underway.
The meeting adjourned with a surprise
birthday celebration for President Joan
Davis. Happy Birthday!
ACCESS WAYS FROM SANDFIDDLER TO
SANDPIPER: Frank Meyer - He has sent
in requests for repair work to be done
at six access locations.
SCHOLARSHIPS: Mike Maloney - The
newsletter has all the details for
our senior class members living in
Sandbridge who would like to apply
for scholarships provided by our civic
league. The SBCL is offering three
scholarships: one for $2500, one for
$1500, and one for $1000. The Business
Association offers a $500 scholarship.
The full packet must be delivered to
Mike Maloney by 6 p.m. on Sunday,
May 15. Any questions, please call Mike
at 721-2211.
SAND REPLENISHMENT: Dick Dunleavy
- Our last sand replenishment was
completed on June 26, 2013.
Respectfully submitted,
Kay Scafone
CHEMICAL & PAPER CO.
Sanitary Maintenance Supplies
427-2002
1356 London Bridge Rd. • Va. Beach, VA 23453
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Jonathan Orlando, PT, DPT
Clinical Director
REDMILL CLINIC
2004 Sandbridge Rd., Ste. 102
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
757.301.6316
f t TPTI.COM/REDMILL
NEW BUSINESS: Nominations for the
nominating committee were as follows:
Janet Meyer (chair), Lawana Evans,
Ann Bohannon, Charlie Kelly, Bob
Walker, Chuck Mullins, Laurie Evans,
Kathy Springer, Lorraine Jones, Cathy
Miller, Joan Rose, Jonnie Mellen, Jim
Reeve, Kathy Gause, Jean Siebert,
Greta Stallings, Nancy Saxman, Ellie
Bell, Nancy Stoakley, Judy Donahue,
Tina Cinnone, Gail Bucker, and Bryan
Harrell.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
YARD SALE: Saturday, May 7, 8 a.m. - 1
p.m.
SANDBRIDGE NEWS, MAY 2016
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FRENCH CYCLIST MAKES A
STOP IN SANDBRIDGE
By: Jane Stilley
Uber-cyclist Thomas Despin made a stop at
the Sandbridge Seaside Market in March on
his ambitious odyssey from Miami to New
York City. The 24-year old actually started
his journey a year ago in his native France and
pedaled through 15 countries in Europe before
packing up his bicycle and flying to Miami. He
will eventually ride all the way to San Francisco.
He hopes to get there by August before his
tourist visa expires. Thomas slept on beaches
on his trek north from Florida. He says his ride
to Sandbridge was about 1,400 miles. Thomas
claims he never got a flat tire until he came to
the U.S. Then he got two! Thomas started his
expedition with only 400 dollars in his pocket.
He is funding his way through the United States
with online campaigns and help from a GPS
company. Thomas says he is making this trip to
call attention to start-up businesses, a venture
he wants to undertake when he gets back to
Europe.
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Sponsored by….
To Benefit the……..
Sandbridge Rescue Squad in honor of Dick Jones
& the Breanne C. Mahon Foundation in honor of John Mahon
Saturday, May 7th 8:00 a.m-1:00 p.m.
Special thanks to Hall Automotive for being our “Hole in One” Sponsor
for donating a BRAND NEW CAR for our Hole in One Car Giveaway.
Deadline April 28 to sign up to sell
18 Hole Scramble (4-man Captain’s Choice)
$85/Solo Golfer
$335/Foursome
Tournament brought to you by:
Price includes:
18 holes of Golf and Cart
Bag Lunch provided by
Clean out the closets, attic, garage and storage sheds. If you don’t want it or use it
anymore, someone else does. It’s yard sale time. Participants will sell items at their
own home. If you are not able to sell at your own home but want to sell, please email
Joan Davis to make table reservations at [email protected].
PUNGO PIZZA
Beer tickets
Dinner provided by Sandbridge Island Restaurant
On the day of the sale, we will have balloons for pick up to place at your driveway. We
will make a map that will be available online.
Gift bag
Entry into Raffle Prize Drawings
Sandbridge Island
Dinner Menu
Roasted Oysters
A sign up genius website link will be emailed out to sign up like the fall.
Grilled London Broil
Au Gratin Potatoes
Sautéed Green Beans
Any Questions?
Please Contact:
To register for golf, drop off payments,donate, or volunteer at the event:
Please contact Sandbridge Events @ 757-641-3421
Joan Davis 757-714-2304 or Jonnie Mellen 540-604-8700
[email protected]
[email protected]
JOAN DAVIS AWARD
Who knew she wears so many hats? Sandbridge Beach Civic League President Joan Davis has been honored with the VFW
National Emergency Technician Public Service Award. Joan received the prestigious award for her 27 years of service on
the all-volunteer Sandbridge Rescue Squad, where she is the only paramedic. During that time, she has served as president,
captain, squad commander and assistant squad commander. Joan is also an Advanced Life Support Field Training Officer, a CPR
instructor and an instructor and proctor for the EMS Training Center. Joan was instrumental in establishing the new fire/rescue
station in Sandbridge along with the Division of Lifeguard Services for the Department of Emergency Medical Services. Joan also
played a part in creating the first-ever Junior Lifeguard Camp in Virginia Beach. In honoring Joan, the VFW officers noted her
“extraordinary dedication in going above and beyond her responsibilities.” Congratulations, Joan!
Joan Davis with EMS Chief Ed Brazle and Recruitment and
Retention EMS Officer Susan Palmer
Joan Davis with EMS Chief Ed Brazle, VFW Post Commander
Douglas Iles, Fire Chief James Ramsey, and Fire Captain Ray Irizarry
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ST. JOHN THE APOSTLE ANNUAL STINGRAY 5K, 1 MILE AND 50 YARD DASH IN SANDBRIDGE
Please join us for the Stingray 5K, 1 Mile and 50 yard run/walk which will be held on Saturday, May 14. All events start and end at Sandbridge Island Restaurant. Our Race
Expo and traditional Spaghetti Dinner will be held the night before on Friday, May 13 at St. John the Apostle Catholic School. The scenic race course will give our runners
and walkers a fast, flat route as well as provide families an opportunity to enjoy the beach once the race has ended. It is a great day filled with fun and excitement for the families in
our community! More information and registration link may be found online at www.sjavb.org/stingrayrun. You may also “like” our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/stingrayrun
in order to get race updates and training information.
Sponsorship and promotional opportunities are also available for both the 5K and 1 Mile race as well as the Expo. Please contact Lisa Rohrer, Race Director, at stingrayrun@sjavb.
org for more details.
We look forward to seeing you at the race!
Sandbridge Residents: Please note that the race will follow Sandfiddler Road between Sandbridge Road and Bonita Lane. Traffic on that route will be impacted between 8:15 to
10:30. Traffic control personnel will be in place for anyone who will need to use the road for local circulation. Thank you very much for your understanding and collaboration – the
security of our children will be our first priority that morning.
THE 7TH ANNUAL DOUBLE CLUTCH TOURNAMENT ON BACK BAY
JUNE 5, 2016 TO BENEFIT THE BOB AARON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP THE BAJA RESTAURANT IN SANDBRIDGE, VIRGINIA BEACH
Come fish with us! The Bass are back!
This year's tournament will be held on June 5,2016. Fishing starts at sunrise and the catch must
be weighed-in by noon.
The beach party is at the Baja (music, food, drinks and fun for the whole family) in Sandbridge,
Virginia Beach right on beautiful Back Bay. Fish or come to the party or both. Lots of prizes,
music, raffles, trophies for the 3 top bass in both divisions and more. The top winner will get his
name on the perpetual plaque which is displayed in the Baja Restaurant year round.
Thank you!
We thank you for your support over the years and for joining us to share the joy and camaraderie
of fishing that our friend Bob loved so much.
Sponsored by the Back Bay Restoration Foundation.
THE 7TH ANNUAL
BACK BAY
Sunday
Prizes
June 5, 2016
Trophies
Baja Restaurant
To the top 3
bass in each
division
Starts at sunrise
Food
Weigh-in from
8:00am to noon
Music
Drinks
Youth
Division,too
12 and under
More than $12,000 in scholarships have been awarded to high school seniors with an
interest in the environment and fishing
Silent Auction
www.doubleclutchtournament.org
Come fish with us!
Raffles
Sponsored by the Back Bay Restoration Foundation
www.BBRF.org
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Captain’s meeting:
TBD
Check website for
details & updates
GET FIRED UP FOR THE FOURTH!
It’s not too soon to be thinking Fourth of July festivities. According to many people, last year’s Sandbridge
fireworks were the BEST EVER! Let’s keep that high-in-the-sky momentum. The spectacular show will
once again be on the pond at Sandbend and Back Bay Crescent at 9:10 p.m. following the boat parade.
The fund drive for our beloved tradition begins May 15. You can watch the sign at the fire station for our
progress and every little bit helps!
The donation levels are:
Platinum: $1,000 +
Gold
$500 +
Silver
$250 +
Bronze
$100 +
Donor
all others
Please make your checks out to Sandbridge Fireworks
and mail or deliver to any these committee members:
Bill Price
333 Pike Circle
Amy Barton 308 Back Bay Crescent
Fred Greene 316 Teal Crescent
A detailed financial statement will be mailed to all
donors after the event and will also be published in
the Sandbridge Beach Civic League newsletter. Our
reserve is growing and once it gets large enough, we
plan to skip a year of fundraising! Thanks to all of you!
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STORMING THE BEACH!
By Jim Belcher
The biannual Sandbridge community clean-up keeps
getting bigger, better and most importantly: more
effective.
With James Barton and Kevin Wong coordinating this
twice-a-year event, this year’s spring project featured
several groups and an increasingly large number
of people participating in the effort to keep our
community clean. Coordinating the clean-up grids,
James welcomed volunteer groups from Siebert
Realty, the Pungo Board House Surf Team and the
local branch of St. Leo’s College, Beach Paper and
Chemical (coordinated by Johnny Parker) along with
many families, friends and individuals devoted to
making Sandbridge a better and cleaner place to
“It’s amazing to see this continued and growing
support to this effort,” James praised as the various
groups headed for their assigned clean-up areas.
“To see this event grow from one time to the next has
been truly rewarding.”
“The community really pulls together to make this
effort a huge success,” Kevin added. “This is just one
of many reasons why Sandbridge is such a special
place to live.”
In addition to the increased business volunteer
support, this year’s spring clean-up featured several
favorite features such as the post clean-up cookout
supplied by local favorite Boardwok Restaurant and
the Department of Waste Management city truck for
bulky items as coordinated by John Barnes.
Two popular new features were the colorful and
attractive t-shirt (provided by Siebert Realty) given to
each volunteer helper as well as the Third Annual
Sandbridge Surf and Skate Swap Meet held across
the street at the Baja Restaurant immediately
following the clean-up. (See related article.)
During both the clean-up and the post-event meal,
everyone else enjoyed the special camaraderie and
spirit so prevalent in our community.
“It’s great to see people combine valuable clean-up
efforts with socializing,” said James as he watched
the volunteers devour the delicious ribs, rice and
vegetables while socializing at Little Island Park.
“Everyone looks forward to this event now because of
the combination of good deeds and good fellowship.”
Concluded Kevin, “James and I truly enjoy getting
everyone together for this wonderful event, especially
as it continues to grow. Like I said last fall, as I watch
our kids and their friends roam along our community’s
streets pickup up trash, talking, laughing and most of
all having fun and continuing to perform good deeds,
I realize how lucky we all are to live in a special place
like this.”
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SANDBRIDGE SHOPS & SWAPS
Article & Photos By: Jim Belcher
When Nick Naylor started searching for a foam board for his young son Nicholas to start
learning how to surf, he received a major shock.
“I couldn't believe that everything I saw was at least $300, and many were much more
expensive,” Nick recounted. “That was unbelievable!”
Maybe so, but it also got Nick thinking. With extensive backgrounds in both water sports and
business as well as contacts around the globe, Nick set out to develop a quality, affordable
product for individuals and families.
A year later, Nick has a complete line of soft-top surfboards under the Rock-It brand, selling
for $150—half as costly as the least expensive foam boards he initially found.
Nick's Rock-It line of products was on full display at the Third Annual Sandbridge Skate
and Surf Swap Meet held at the Baja Restaurant immediately following the annual spring
Sandbridge clean-up.
Lots of companies—the Pungo Board House and Quicksilver in addition to Rock It—families
(Eberharts, Bartons, Wongs and Harrells) and individuals had lots of products involving
surfing and skateboarding for sale or trade at the yearly event. For people looking for
bargains, this was the place to be as most skateboards and surfboards retailed for between
$25 and $50, wet suits for as little as $20 and stand-up paddle boards for close to $50.
“If you were looking for a steal, this was the place to be,” said James Barton, who was
performing double duty as the coordinator of the event after working with Kevin Wong earlier
in the day to oversee the clean-up. “For the first time, we held this event on the same day as the clean-up hopefully to get more people here. We're also
looking to get more people who live inland here to get some real bargains, especially if they are just starting to surf or skateboard.
“It's great to see kids getting involved in such worthwhile activities at such a low cost. There is some great gear here that you can get literally for pennies!”
Naylor was one of those people looking to get people involved without having to take out a major loan while making their first purchase. Judging from the
amount of activity at the event, everyone was successful.
“We had hoped to have our boards out early last summer, but we weren't able to have them available until August,” Naylor explained. “After missing much of
last year's surfing season, we're excited about having them ready at the start of the season this year.”
For those who missed this event, Naylor has a warehouse on London Bridge Road and sells his products at the nearby Pungo Board House and Freedom Surf
Shop. His products are also available online at rock-itsurf.com.
“We're excited about selling affordable products to people, especially kids new to surfing,” Naylor said. “The swap meet is great because we can all get
together and exchange some stories and gear.”
JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CAMP
Calling all Sandbridge Junior Lifeguards! The 2016 Junior Lifeguard camps will be held July 20 and 21 for ages 8-11 and July 25 through 28 for ages 12-16.
These camps are designed to teach beach safety, awareness of surroundings, physical fitness and respect for the duties of our lifeguards. In addition, "Hands
Only CPR" will be taught to all parents at the end of each camp session.
Don't miss this great opportunity! All camp proceeds go to "A Dolphin's Promise".
Registration and parental release forms are located on the Sandbridge Beach Civic League website at sandbridgecivicleague.org. Please contact Meyon Burns
with any questions: [email protected] or 619-6118.
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Surprise Serenade
Strike up the band! SBCL President Joan Davis got quite the birthday
surprise as she wrapped up the April Civic League meeting. The
doors opened and look who appeared! Tim Ferramosca on saxophone
and John Spallone on keyboard belted out “Happy Birthday” while
SBCL members sang along. Civic League Vice President Cheryl
Caloras concocted the sweet-sounding celebration which ended
with an equally sweet birthday cake. Happy Birthday, Joan!
BINGO’S BACK!
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Every Wednesday starting June 22
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37TH ANNUAL SANDBRIDGE PIG PICKIN'
September 10, 2016
1:00 - 5:00 PM
Little Island Park, Sandbridge
THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO DEMONSTRATE YOUR SUPPORT OF OUR VOLUNTEER
RESCUE SQUAD BY BEING A SPONSOR OF THE PIG PICKING - PLUS HAVING A GREAT
TIME WITH FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS!
• Catering by Beach Bully
• Artisans & Crafters Galore
• Music by Tinna Sinnen
• Bobby the Clown for the Kids
The Rescue Squad does not conduct mail fund drives. The Pig Picking and
Summer Bingo provide 95% of our funds. The volunteers stand ready to help
you ALL YEAR so let’s help them on this ONE day!
Sponsorships are $100 which include two $35.00 tickets and recognition.
Make checks payable to “Sandbridge Volunteer Rescue Squad,” complete the form below and mail to Fred Greene at 316 Teal Crescent, Virginia Beach, VA 23456.
Name: Date: 2014
Mailing Address:
City:
Ticket Mailing Address:
State:
Zip:
(If different from mailing address)
How to be listed:
Sponsorship:
(Includes two $35.00 tickets)
Additional Tickets @ $35.00
#_____
$100.00
$___.00
Total$___.00
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Charlie Ellin, Membership Chairman
(757) 426-8995
([email protected])
_______________________________________________________ ________
SBCL MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION/RENEWAL FORM
2129 General Booth Blvd
Suite 103 – 180
Name(s): ______________________________________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________ Phone # (_______) _________________________
Sandbridge Address (if different from above): _____________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________ Phone # (_______) _________________________
E-Mail Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________
The SBCL membership year runs July 1st through June 30th and dues are $15.00 per membership year, you can become a member at
any time during the membership year but membership dues are not prorated. If you choose to join or extend your membership for
longer than one year please indicate the number of years and the corresponding dollar amount below.
Number of Years _______
Amount $: __________
Check #: _________
Date: ____________
Sandbridge Beach Civic League Membership
Renew Yours Early This Year
You should be receiving your tax refunds soon and what better way to spend a small part of that refund check
then to renew your SBCL membership not just for one but for multiple years! As a reminder, if your mailing
label has the code 1606V or 1606S in the upper right hand corner your membership will lapse June 30, 2016.
Many have already renewed their membership; renew early and be a part of that group helping to minimize the
frantic rush to renew in late June when we would all rather be outside enjoying the beach. Complete the form
below and mail it in with your check, and while you are at it consider renewing for multiple years.
Your SBCL membership helps keep you current on what’s going on in your community through monthly
newsletters and membership meetings, it also gives you a voice in helping shape matters affecting SB. Each
household membership includes voting privileges for two adults. Members receive 10 monthly Newsletters, a
membership directory, two SBCL vehicle decals and will be included on our master emailing list keeping you
up to date on current events. Membership also includes invitation to our free members only Oktoberfest and
provides information on our community Christmas party with Santa, clean ups and Easter egg hunt!
For additional information and to view our Bylaws visit our SBCL website at www.sandbridgebeach.org.
Charlie Ellin, Membership Chairman
(757) 426-8995
([email protected])
_______________________________________________________ ________
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SBCL MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION/RENEWAL FORM
S n a ke s , Fr o g s a n d Tu r t l e s !
Come explore and learn about
the reptiles and amphibians at
Back Bay NWR. This program
is open to all ages so bring the
whole family!
DATES AND TIMES
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May 14 @ 10:00am
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May 28 @ 10:00am
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May 29 @ 3:00pm
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May 30 @ 10:00am
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June 5 @ 3:00pm
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June 10 @ 4:00pm
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June 12 @ 3:00pm
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Call with questions or sign up at
(757)301-7329 ext. 3106.
Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge
WYNNE PLUMBING, INC.
Kai G. Wynne,
Master Plumber
Josh Wynne
General Plumbing
Services and Repairs
Faucets • Toilets
Winterizing
Water Heaters • Disposers
Drain Cleaning
Shop: 426-2045
499-5399
Proudly Serving the Sandbridge Community!
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Be sure to check the website for more programs and updated schedules. Call 301-7329
ext. 3106 to sign up. Don’t forget to check us
out on Facebook at www.facebook.com/
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FOR YOUR INFORMATION...
Animal Poison Control hotline: 888-426-4435
Serving
over 400
homes in
Pet Poison
Helpline:
800-213-6680
Tabernacle
United Methodist
Church
Reverend Jack Davis
Sundays 8:30 / 11:00
Sunday School 9:30
Sandbridge!
PUT ON YOUR PATRIOTISM!
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www.tabernaclevb.org
1265 Sandbridge Road
Just a reminder that everyone is invited to participate and attend the Annual SandMorebegins
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9:30
a.m.pocket.
at the Bluebill cul-de-sac and winds its way to the end of Wood Duck Drive where
there's a festive party! (See front page for more details!)
426-2396
Traffic Note: Because of the parade, Bluebill, Tuna and Wood Duck will be closed to
car traffic from 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m.
AHOY MATEYS!
*Pest Control
*Pool & Hot Tub Maintenance
*Lawn
& Landscaping Services
It's clear sailing for
Sandbridge's
annual Fourth of July Boat Parade! This
*PowerAmerican
Washing & Filter
Services Don't forget to show your patriotic
year's theme is Great
Heroes.
spirit by decorating your
boat689-0901
and joining us as we parade through
canals
(757) the
426-6262
(757)
www.sandbridge.com
of Sandbridge. For more information, call Fred Greene at 288-0372.
2,3,4 Bedroom & Penthouse Condos
Private Boardwalk & 3 Pools
Special Events
Full Service Real Estate Sales Office
SANDBRIDGE WINING & DINING
Many of our local eateries are gearing up for the
summer season. Here’s an update as we go to
press. Hours are subject to change as the season
approaches.
Sandbridge:
Simply Steamed: Monday-Saturday: 11:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.; Sunday until 6:00 p.m.
Sandbridge Island Restaurant: Monday-Friday:
opens at 5:00 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday: opens at
11:00 a.m.
Sandbridge Seaside Market: Monday-Sunday:
5:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
South Sandbridge:
Baja Coffee Company: opens May 14; TuesdaySunday: 6:30–11:00 a.m.
Cabano Bar & Grill: Monday-Sunday: open for
lunch and dinner
Baja Restaurant: Wednesday-Saturday: opens at
5:00 p.m.; Sunday Brunch
Sandbridge Road:
Margie & Rays: Monday-Sunday: opens at 7:00
a.m.
Banditos Tacos: Monday-Sunday: 11:00 a.m.;
Saturday: breakfast 7:00 a.m.
(757) 457-0050
www.sanctuaryrealtyva.com
3700 Sandpiper Road
Va Beach, VA 23456
Family and Cosmetic
Dentistry
Dr. Jeffrey R. Bek, D.D.S.
426-6151
1767 Princess Anne Road
Remembering Our Sandbridge Neighbors and Friends
Peggy Padgett
Peggy Padgett 91, a long-time resident of Sandbridge, passed away February 27
in Venice, Florida. She left behind her loving children Jack, Douglas, Del and
Tui. She will be missed by her family and friends.
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Residential & Commercial
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757-463-1446
www.aaawnings.com
Simply Steamed
Take Out Seafood Market & Catering
Martha Gaione & Toni Smith
2545 Sandpiper Road
757-301-8553
[email protected]
www.simplysteamed.com
Upcoming Events Calendar
Monthly Financial Report MARCH 2016
BEGINNING BALANCES, March 1, 2016
Towne Bank Checking Account
Bulk Mail Account
$18,115.43
$360.29
May
Birthstone: Emerald
Flower: Lily of the Valley
May Day
1
Sun
INCOME
Dues$1,470.00
Interest$0.15
TOTAL INCOME
$1,470.15
5 Thu
Ascension Day
Cinco de Mayo
6
Fri
Nurse's Day
EXPENSES
Postage$38.66
Council of Civic League Dues
$25.00
Newsletter Printing
$1,600.00
Graphic Design
$15.00
Fund Bulk Mail Account
$2,000.00
Bulk Mailing
$279.68
TOTAL EXPENSES
$3,958.34
7
Sat
SB Community Yard Sale
ENDING BALANCES, MARCH 31, 2016
Towne Bank Checking Account
Bulk Mail Account
TOTAL ACCOUNTS
14 Sat
St. John The Apostle Annual
Stingray 5K, 1 Mile And 50
Yard Dash In Sandbridge
K-9 "Karnival" Redwing Park
15 Sun
SBCL Scholarship Close Date
Women's Army Auxiliary
Corps Established
21 Sat
Civic League Meeting
Armed Forces Day
24 Tue
Blue Can Recycle Day
29 Sun
VB Patriotic Festival
$15,906.92
$2,080.61
$17,987.53
S C H O L A R S H I P
DON’T MISS THE MAY 15 DEADLINE!
8 Sun
Mother's Day
Germany Surrenders (V-E
Day) 1945
VB Monsters on the Beach
10 Tue
12 Thu
Blood Drive
Graduating high school seniors: the deadline is quickly approaching for you
to get in on some generous scholarship money! The Sandbridge Beach Civic
League gives up to three scholarships annually to deserving, graduating high
school seniors. There is a $2,500, $1,500 and $1,000 award. The student
must be attending a college, university, technical or trade school full time
within the following year. The applicant’s family must be members of SBCL
and full-time residents of Sandbridge.
30 Mon
Memorial Day
Sandbridge Shores Parade
June
Birthstone: Agate & Pearl
Flower: Rose
6
Mon
D-Day; Normandy, France '44
7
Tue
The application can be found online at www.vbschools.com. Look under
– students – scholarship central and then search Sandbridge Beach Civic
League. You will need to submit the official application (academic resume
may be included also), an official school transcript, two letters of reference (
one from a teacher or counselor and one from a neighbor or other Sandbridge
resident) and an essay of 300-500 words titled “How Living in Sandbridge
Shaped Who I Am.”
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Sat
Annual Boardwalk Art Show
The applicants will be judged on academic achievement, academic rigor,
leadership, involvement, community service and their understanding of and
relationship to Sandbridge.
The full application packet must be delivered to Mike Maloney at 304 Teal
Crescent in Sandbridge by 6 pm on Sunday, May 15, 2016. For questions,
please call Mike at 721-2211.
14 Tue
Flag Day
Continental Army Est. 1775
17 Fri
VB Last Day of School
19 Sun
Father's Day
20 Mon
Civic League Meeting
First day of Summer
School Report Cards Mailed
21 Tue
22 Wed
Bingo Starts @ Fire Station
23 Thu
Last Confederate Forces
Surrender 1865
Korean War Begins 1950
25 Sat
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NEXT MEETING
Saturday, May 21st at 10:30 a.m.
at the Sandbridge Chapel Community Center, 3041 Sandpiper Road
Flotsam and Jetsam
On a windy afternoon with the bright sun shining, carefully I climbed the
outside steps and entered the living room through the sliding glass door
that overlooks the ocean. Joining the jocund crowd of Sandbridge folks
who had gathered at Ed and Emilie Palmer’s home to welcome spring
which has been reluctant to arrive even though the ground hog predicted
in February that it would come early, I immediately plopped down on my
favorite Palmer seat…the padded bench next to the door. Looking around
the open great room, I saw a lot of familiar friendly faces and a few I did
not recognize. Wearing my new silk jacket and scarf, both covered with
flowers, I wanted to look a bit like a spring bouquet. Quickly I held a
glass of champagne and began chatting with happy friends. Sandbridge
is famous for its parties! Among those celebrating were Lawana and Bob
Evans. I bet there will be a photo of Bob in this newsletter showing him
with a beautiful birthday cake and a smile that has bloomed for ninety
four years. Catching up with neighbors at parties is part of the Sandbridge
way and certainly for me, after being at home for most of the winter, a
welcomed ritual of spring. Others celebrating with Ed and Emilie were
Bob and Ann Bohannon, Bill and Mary Sue Carter, Nancy Marchman
and Andy Wells, Pat Burns, Lynn Callahan, Jerry and Karen Thomas,
Phil and Dianne McGillivary, Keith and Laurie Evans, Joan and Walter,
Kathy and Charlie, Beverly and Gene, Virginia Pope, Larry and Greta
Stallings, Ted and Ann Gerarden, Bob and Ellie Bell, Kathy and Lee
Gause, Kate and Walt Hunter, Frank and Janet Meyer, Paul and Faith
Sears, Nancy Saxman, Cathy and Tim Ferramosca, Cheryl Caloras and
John Spallone, Don and Bonita Quinn, Andrea and Richard Colvin, John
and Barbara Kappa, and Janice and Doug Lott who are now year round
residents of our precious Sandbridge Beach.
Darryl and Doris Lee enjoyed a wonderful trip to Alaska which included
fabulous scenery and time in Sitka with their son Andrew and his wife
Cynthia and three year old child Brody. Andrew Lee is in the Coast
Guard. Linda Hooks is recovering nicely, I hope, from foot surgery.
Nancy Saxman was lucky enough to hear the famous cellist Yo-Yo Ma
at the Chrysler in Norfolk. Dick and Sibyl Dunleavy, along with most of
their family, gathered together in Tampa, Florida to be with their grandson
Mike, an Eagle Scout who was being honored for his contributions to
the city. Mike’s award-winning project involved his development of an
ecosystem that deals with cordgrass in the Tampa area marshes. Quite
an accomplishment! Also slipping away to Florida were Jay Little, Bob
Anderson, and Dave Dennis who spent five days playing tennis and
having fun. Loving wishes are being sent to the family of long time SB
resident dear, sweet Pat Sinclair who recently died. Death is a relentless
and difficult part of life. Spring, however, reminds us of new life and
growth and the cycles that continue. Weddings, graduations, Mother’s
Day, and Memorial Day highlight our next month and…April showers
bring May flowers and soon…the month of June.
Chandler Dennis……with the View from my Deck