Murder at Fairfax Hall II: Spirits Abound - April 2

Last August, community members gathered at Fairfax Hall in Waynesboro to try to solve the crime of the decade the murder of a member of Waynesboro City Council in the now infamous Murder at Fairfax Hall, a benefit for the Wayne Theatre Alliance.

By popular demand, the Wayne Theatre Alliance will hold another murder-mystery event this month this time with an added twist the possibility of spirits in the mix.

Murder at Fairfax Hall II: Spirits Abound will cast you as a detective trying to solve yet another crime with a new lineup of suspects each with a motive of their own.

Suspects for the two-night only mystery event include
- Tamara Hinton, a reporter for WVIR-NBC29
- Charles Salembier, arts supporter and participant
- Scott Seaton, physician
- Nancy Sorrells, historian, writer, Augusta County Board of Supervisors Chairman
- Stacey Strawn, co-owner of Blue Moon Galleries in downtown Waynesboro

A limited number of tickets are available for the April 27-28 mystery event to be held at Fairfax Hall in Waynesboro. Last year, tickets for both nights sold out – so call today to reserve your tickets. In addition to the murder mystery program which begins at 8 p.m. each night, appetizers will be served at 6 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner and a tribute to the late Lillian Morse by Llyn Walker at 7 p.m. Tickets are $40 per person.

The event benefits the Wayne Theatre Alliance, the non-profit group overseeing the restoration of the closed Wayne Theatre in the River City.

Sponsors of the event include BB&T and Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport.

Tickets are available weekdays from 1-5 p.m. at 531 W Main St., Ste. 1, Waynesboro, or by calling (540) 943-9999. Tickets may also be reserved by credit card at www.waynetheatre.org.

Revitalizing National Alliance for the Mentally Ill -- WE CARE

The Augusta County Chapter of the National Alliance on the Mental Ill, known as WE CARE will continue its meetings March 20, 2007 and will meet the 3^rd Tuesday of each month. The organization will meet in Central United Methodist Church, corner of Lewis and Beverly Street in Staunton at 6:30 p.m. John Beghtol, Community Services Director at Western State Hospital will be the guest speaker. Parking is available in the rear of the church in the Wilson Lot, corner of Lewis and Frederick St. All consumers as well as concerned parents, siblings, spouses, and friends who care about the quality of life and the recovery of persons with a serious mental illness are invited. There is no charge.

WE CARE NAMI works to promote and provide support and advocacy by offering mutual encouragement through a sharing of problems and coping strategies and helping individuals overcome feelings of guilt, isolation, and frustration. Families, friends, and those who have a mental illness learn about the causes of mental illness, how to recognize acute and chronic symptoms, and current treatments. Education is key in the recovery process and for the public to help them overcome myths and fears and stigma. The more the public knows about mental illness, the more doors and opportunities become available for those who have a mental illness.

Mental Illness makes it difficult for people to cope with their emotions or to think clearly. It can cause them to behave in unusual or inappropriate ways and can bring tremendous stress and suffering to them and their families. If you or someone you know is suffering from mental illness, it is important to realize you are not alone.

Mental Illnesses can affect persons of any age—children, adolescents, adults and the elderly—and they can occur in ANY family. Mental illnesses afflict millions of people in the United States, yet continue to be medically under served, scientifically under researched and widely misunderstood.

Severe mental illness touches one in every five families. In Virginia, more than 260,000 adults and at least 75,000 children experience symptoms of serious emotional disturbances or brain disorders. Yet despite these statistics, there remains an unfortunate stigma surrounding mental illness.

When someone in a family has mental illness, most often it is family members who are the primary caregiver. In fact, more than 48% of all adults with serious and persistent mental illness in Virginia who receive services from the public mental health system live with their families. Therefore it is of vital importance to provide these families with accessible resources for leading-edge quality care and continued support.

At the national level, NAMI works to promote and provide research for new treatments and prevention, does advocacy at all levels of government ensuring funding for quality community and institutional services, and networks by sharing information through conferences and newsletters and promotes changes of common interest throughout the nation.

Revitalizing National Alliance for the Mentally Ill -- WE CARE

Revitalizing National Alliance for the Mentally Ill -- WE CARE

The Augusta County Chapter of the National Alliance on the Mental Ill, known as WE CARE will resume its meetings beginning March 20, 2007 and will meet the 3^rd Tuesday of each month. The organization will meet in Central United Methodist Church, corner of Lewis and Beverly Street in Staunton at 6:30 p.m. Parking is available in the rear of the church in the Wilson Lot, corner of Lewis and Frederick St. All consumers as well as concerned parents, siblings, spouses, and friends who care about the quality of life and the recovery of persons with a serious mental illness are invited..There is no charge.

WE CARE NAMI works to promote and provide support and advocacy by offering mutual encouragement through a sharing of problems and coping strategies and helping individuals overcome feelings of guilt, isolation, and frustration. Families, friends, and those who have a mental illness learn about the causes of mental illness, how to recognize acute and chronic symptoms, and current treatments. Education is key in the recovery process and for the public to help them overcome myths and fears and stigma. The more the public knows about mental illness, the more doors and opportunities become available for those who have a mental illness.

Mental Illness makes it difficult for people to cope with their emotions or to think clearly. It can cause them to behave in unusual or inappropriate ways and can bring tremendous stress and suffering to them and their families. If you or someone you know is suffering from mental illness, it is important to realize you are not alone.

Mental Illnesses can affect persons of any age—children, adolescents, adults and the elderly—and they can occur in ANY family. Mental illnesses afflict millions of people in the United States, yet continue to be medically under served, scientifically under researched and widely misunderstood.

Severe mental illness touches one in every five families. In Virginia, more than 260,000 adults and at least 75,000 children experience symptoms of serious emotional disturbances or brain disorders. Yet despite these statistics, there remains an unfortunate stigma surrounding mental illness.

When someone in a family has mental illness, most often it is family members who are the primary caregiver. In fact, more than 48% of all adults with serious and persistent mental illness in Virginia who receive services from the public mental health system live with their families. Therefore it is of vital importance to provide these families with accessible resources for leading-edge quality care and continued support.

At the national level, NAMI works to promote and provide research for new treatments and prevention, does advocacy at all levels of government ensuring funding for quality community and institutional services, and networks by sharing information through conferences and newsletters and promotes changes of common interest throughout the nation.

Choices In Recovery Seminar

There will be a Choices in Recovery seminar, March 13, 2007, at the Augusta Medical Center Community Care Building for anyone interested. The free seminar will begin with dinner at 5:30 pm followed by a presentation by Dr. Robert Gardella, psychiatrist at Western State Hospital. Reservations are required by March 8 and can be made by calling 886-7181 or 949-0169.

Eighth Annual Teacher Job Fair

Eighth Annual Teacher

Job Fair

sponsored by

Shenandoah Valley Teacher Recruitment Consortium

Saturday, February 24, 2007
Inclement weather date: March 3, 2007
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The NEW Harrisonburg High School
1001 Garbers Church Road
Harrisonburg, Virginia

IMPORTANT: Online Registration closes at 8:00 am on Monday, February 5, 2007. Anyone registering after that time will still be allowed to sign up for the Fair but will not be scheduled for interviews on February 24. Late registrants may attend the Job Fair as a walk-in and will have an opportunity to meet representatives from each of the school divisions.

Click here to complete your online registration.

Meet Representatives From ...
Cities of: Harrisonburg, Staunton, and Waynesboro Counties of: Augusta, Greene, Madison, Page, Rockingham, and Shenandoah

*Early letters of intent may be offered following this event.*

This recruitment fair provides an excellent opportunity to meet with and gather information from nine outstanding school divisions located in or near the historic and beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia!

Area Highlights:

• Adjacent to the Blue Ridge Parkway providing great opportunities for hiking, biking, camping, skiing, and many other recreational activities.
• Numerous local colleges and universities provide opportunities for continuing education, lectures, plays, sporting events, etc.
• Exceptional quality of life and community support for public education.

To register click here. You must register online in order to be scheduled for interviews.

Questions? Please e-mail Brenda Moyers (bmoyers@rockingham.k12.va.us)

Directions to the NEW Harrisonburg High School:

• Take Interstate 81 to Exit 245 (JMU Exit)
• Turn west onto Port Republic Road
• Turn right onto High Street (Route 42 North)
• Turn left on West Market Street (US 33 West)
• Travel 1.3 miles to Garbers Church Rd
• Turn left on Garbers Church Rd
• Harrisonburg High School is on the right in approximately one mile

From Charlottesville, VA - about 60 miles
From Richmond, VA - about 125 miles
From Roanoke, VA - about 100 miles
From Washington, DC - about 125 miles

Lodging Accommodations in Harrisonburg, Virginia:

Belle Meade Red Carpet Inn	(540) 434-6704
Comfort Inn	(540) 433-6066
Courtyard Marriott	(540) 432-3031
Days Inn	(540) 433-9353
Econo-Lodge	(540) 433-2576
Four Points Sheraton	(540) 433-2521
Holiday Inn Express	(540) 433-9999
Jameson Inn	(540) 442-1515
Ramada	(540) 434-9981
Best Western	(540) 433-6089
Super 8 Motel	(540) 433-8888

Shenandoah Valley Teacher Recruitment Consortium School Divisions:

Augusta County Public Schools	www.augusta.k12.va.us
Greene County Public Schools	www.greenecountyschools.com/
Harrisonburg City Public Schools	www.harrisonburg.k12.va.us
Madison County Public Schools	www.madisonschools.com
Page County Public Schools	www.pagecounty.k12.va.us
Rockingham County Public Schools	www.rockingham.k12.va.us
Shenandoah County Public Schools	www.shenandoah.k12.va.us
Staunton City Public Schools	www.staunton.k12.va.us
Waynesboro City Public Schools	www.waynesboro.k12.va.us