The new Caroline Library Inc. Bookmobile will embark on its first run Wednesday, April 16 as part of the National Bookmobile Celebration. That day, the bookmobile will travel to Wright’s Chapel Daycare, Countryside Daycare, Ms. Joni’s Shining Stars Daycare, and other Caroline County points of interest. Keep up with the bookmobile by following the library’s live Twitter feed that day @CarolineLib. The bookmobile will then be on display during the
M&M Ministries is sponsoring a Spring Vendor Fair at the Caroline High School student parking lot on April 26 from noon to 4 p.m. The fair will feature nearly 100 vendors, including prominent local businesses, for a one-stop shopping event. Visitors will be able to take advantage of specials, discounts, and much more. Businesses interested in participating should call 804-994-1623 or go online to www.mmministries.net. A portion of the proceeds
The new YMCA will be “a transformative, powerful, positive force for Caroline and for the citizens of Caroline,” U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner, D-Va., said at the facility’s grand opening ceremony Friday afternoon. Hundreds of people gathered in the gymnasium to celebrate the development of Caroline’s first and only YMCA. Warner, who is running for re-election, was the featured guest speaker, and Y leaders and local county supervisors also delivered
Caroline County’s first YMCA will celebrate its upcoming opening in a ceremony March 14 at the new facility on Library Boulevard. U.S. Sen. Mark Warner (Va.-D) will be the keynote speaker. Other remarks will come from Barney Reiley, CEO of the Rappahannock Area YMCA, and Caroline County Supervisor Wayne Acors of the Madison District. Officials will cut a ceremonial ribbon. Refreshments will be served, and visitors will have an opportunity
A group of ‘fairy godmothers’ wants to help girls enjoy a magical prom. Concord Baptist Church will host “Cinderella’s Closet” April 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to provide free dresses to local girls who otherwise would be unable to afford prom. The event is open to all middle school and high school students who will be attending their middle school dance or prom in Caroline County or surrounding
The Caroline High School Junior Varsity and Varsity Baseball teams will represent Caroline County in North Carolina over spring break at a tournament. This will be the first time in the history of the high school baseball program that teams will travel out of state. It will give the players an opportunity to experience a higher level of competition and prepare them for the challenging conference play they will encounter this
Don’t throw away your unwanted furniture or children’s items just yet. It might help the Caroline High School Band Boosters recover some of their lost funds. The boosters will run a yard sale at the Mayberry Days Festival, which is set for April 19 in Bowling Green. Sylvia Martin, president of the Caroline Band Parent Association, said they’re seeking donations of gently used household items, such as furniture, toys, and