As Memorial Day approaches, please take the time to pause and consider the true meaning of this holiday. Memorial Day is a time for reverence where we honor the Americans who have died defending our Nation and its principals and values. Heroes from every walk of life have given all to secure our Nation's freedom. We recognize their profound contributions especially on Memorial Day.

In Virginia and across this nation we are fortunate to live in freedom. This Memorial Day we will again observe a "National Moment of Remembrance."  Through this observance the living can unite as one nation, under God, and commemorate those who valiantly struggled to protect our freedoms.  I encourage you to honor the fallen with one of the following gestures of appreciation:

�         Visit cemeteries and place flags or flowers on the graves of our fallen heroes.

�         Visit our memorials.

�         Fly the U.S. Flag at half-staff until noon.

�         Fly the 'POW/MIA Flag' as well (Section 1082 of the 1998 Defense Authorization Act).

�         Participate in a "National Moment of Remembrance": at 3 p.m. to pause and think upon the true meaning of the day.

�         Renew a pledge to aid the widows, widowers, and orphans of our fallen and aid disabled veterans.

Hurricane Preparedness Tax Holiday

I would like to remind you of a sales tax holiday which begins May 25 and lasts until May 31. In the aftermath of recent severe storms, this sales tax holiday offers a chance for you to prepare for the upcoming hurricane season while getting a break on the sales tax.  During this holiday certain items like batteries, flashlights, bottled water, and first aid kits, as well as certain bigger-ticket items like generators priced at $1,000 or less, will be exempt from the 5 percent Virginia sales tax.

To view a full list of the items that are included in the sales tax holiday, answers to frequently asked questions and guidelines for consumers and retailers, go to www.tax.virginia.gov and click on the "Sales Tax Holiday" logo at the top of the page.

Virginia also has two additional sales tax holidays - one for school supplies and clothing in August, and one for Energy Star and WaterSense products in October.  I will try to notify you of those sales tax holidays as they approach.

Please don't hesitate to call my office at 804-730-3737 if you have any questions concerning the sales tax holiday.

Have a sage and patriotic Memorial Day!

Caroline:

VFW Post 10295 Bowling Green, VA, Address: 17352 A. P. Hill Blvd, Bowling Green, VA, 22427, Phone: 804-690-7348.  The Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion request the honor of your presence for our Memorial Day Ceremony, Monday, 30 May, 2011 @ 11am.
 

Hanover:

Hanover Veterans Memorial, Hanover Wayside Park - Rt.301, 10:00 a.m., Monday, May 30th there will be a ceremony and remembrance for the service and sacrifice of those we have lost.  The keynote speaker will be Congressman Eric Cantor, who will participate in the wreathlaying ceremony.  Music provided by the Hanover Concert Band.

Henrico:

The American Legion Sandston Post 242 is hosting several ceremonies and events in honor of our veterans, especially those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. This year's theme is "Salute Our Heritage." For more information, please visit www.post242.com or call 737 4121. For parade and event details, call 737 4081 or e mail Temple Ancarrows at bren321tem@verizon.net.  Mon, May 30 Noon - Memorial Service, Seven Pines National Cemetery, 1 p.m. - 3rd Annual Post 242 Parade, Williamsburg Road, 2 p.m. -Post Parade Celebration, Sandston Ball Fields (J.B. Finley Rd.).  Enjoy family activities, educational booths, free food and drinks, live music, and more!

King and Queen:

The King & Queen Republican Committee is hosting their annual barbecue on June 18 from 4-7 PM at Rainbow Acres Campground located at 514 James Road King and Queen Courthouse, VA 23085.  Featured Speaker: Governor George Allen, Master of Ceremonies, Tom Foley, Chairman of the 1st Congressional District, and music by Jimmy Ginn.  There will be other special invited guests in attendance.  For more information call Bill Rilee at 804-512-1688 or Roberta Jones at 804-769-1856. 

King William:

Annual Pow-Wow, Upper Mattaponi Tribal Grounds (Rt 30, 1 mile east of Central Garage) 13476 King William Rd King William, VA 23086.  Saturday, May 28, 2011 - Sunday, May 29, 2011 (10:00 AM-6:00 PM).  Phone: (804) 769-3854, website www.uppermattaponi.org

New Kent:

May 28 New Kent Farmer's Market 7 to 11 am at New Kent Commerce Center, Across Rt. 155 from the entrance to Colonial Downs Interstate 64, Exit 214.  Open every Saturday through November.

Spotsylvania:

2011 Patriot Park Concert Series. Saturday, May 28th Borrowed Time Band.  At the Patriot Park Amphitheater, gates open at 6 PM, concert starts at 7 PM. Tickets: $5/adult, $2 ages 12 and under. Please call 540-507-7529 for more information.

My office takes the responsibility of serving seriously.  My staff is available during the week to assist you with your concerns; I am also readily available.  I encourage you to contact us.  Please continue to contact me whenever you have concerns or issues of importance to our community and the Commonwealth. 

I may be reached at:

Capitol Office:
PO Box 406
Richmond, VA 23218
Phone: 804-698-1097

Fax: 804-698-6797

E-mail: delcpeace@house.virginia.gov

 
District Office:

7494 Lee Davis Rd, Suite 16F
PO Box 819
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
Phone: 804-730-3737
Fax: 804-730-5049
E-mail: delcpeace@house.virginia.gov