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Interesting things to do in Goochland County

Please consider attending the following events of interest. Come to learn, meet old friends and make new ones. Weekends in Goochland offer something for everyone if you just know where to look!

The 15th annual Goochland Relay for Life, which raises awareness about cancer and funds for research, will begin at 4 p.m. on Saturday May 16 at the Goochland Elementary School on River Road West in Courthouse Village. The event runs until Sunday. A wide range of activities are planned. Relay is a great way to have fun and contribute to a serious and important cause.


THE Goochland Historical Society will meet on Sunday, May 17 at 3 p.m. at "Soldier's Lodge.”

The guest speaker will be John Chettle, a Rhodes Scholar, attorney, lecturer and author. He is currently completing a book, which will be the subject of his talk, "What Do Presidents Read: And Why It Matters." Refreshments will follow.
"Soldier's Lodge" is located west of Oilville on Fairground Road (Route 632), between Broad Street Road (Route 250) and Hawktown Road (Route 637). Look for GHS signs and balloons.



The true cost of food
An educational and entertaining program about sustainable food will be held on Monday, May 18 at 12 noon at the Grace Church Parish House 2955 River Road West, Goochland, VA 23063. It is sponsored by the Center for Rural Culture.
Cost: $10.00 in advance and $12.00 at the door (Center for Rural Culture Members, only $10.00 - pay at the door). Checks, cash or credit cards accepted.
JOIN LOCAL FARMERS FOR EDUCATION, DISCUSSION, LOCAL FOOD, CHANCES TO WIN A YEAR OF ORGANIC VALLEY DAIRY PRODUCTS, AND FUN!
“THE TRUE COST OF FOOD” DVD Series will be shown, followed by a moderated discussion with CRC Executive Director Lisa Dearden and local farmers. A light luncheon buffet of local foods will be served. All participants will be given a coupon valued at $5.00 for the Goochland Farmers Market. Raffle tickets will be offered for a chance to win a Year of Free Organic Valley Dairy Products!
Register online at www.centerforruralculture.org or call: 804-314-9141.