Septic Basics & Maintenance
Own a home with a septic system? Learn how it works and discover management practices to keep your system running efficiently and avoid costly problems. FREE VIRTUAL WORKSHOP Tuesday, September 15 @ 6:30 pmvia Zoom Register HERE Questions? Call VCE … Continued
Celebrating the Shoreline Evaluation Program
On June 24, members of the Northern Neck Master Gardeners’ Shoreline Evaluation Program (SEP) gathered for a picnic at the home of Luellen and Mark Malley outside of Callao to celebrate the 15th anniversary of SEP’s service to the Northern … Continued
PFAS & Biosolids
Join Potomac Riverkeeper Network and Friends of the Rappahannock for a presentation with Maine Representative Bill Pluecker on PFAS and Biosolids. This event is free and open to the public. When: July 15, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.Where: Rappahannock Community College … Continued
Kids’ Fishing Days
The Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge is hosting two FREE Kids’ Fishing Days for kids ages 4 to 15: June 6 at Wilna Pond and June 13 at the Port Royal Town pier. 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Fishing … Continued
Native Plant Sale (And Donations Needed!)
Funds raised support the Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge’s educational programs, events, and mission. SALE When: May 16, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Where: At the pavilion, Hutchinson Unit.19180 Tidewater Trail, Tappahannock VA 22560Cost: Free admission! Plants vary … Continued
National Prescription Drug Take Back Events
Bay Rivers Telehealth Alliance (BRTA) is pleased to recognize National Prescription DrugTake Back month and Drug Take Back Day events taking place 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026. BRTA Members and area Sheriff’s Offices have joined … Continued
Foam Ban in Virginia
Virginia’s expanded polystyrene (commonly known as Styrofoam) for food containers is being implemented in two phases. Following the July 1, 2025, ban for chains with 20+ locations, the final phase takes effect on July 1, 2026, applying to all remaining … Continued
Westmoreland County Household Hazardous & Electronic Waste Collection
Please join us for the Westmoreland County Spring 2026 Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) & Electronic Waste Collection event on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 8AM-12PM. This event will be held at the A. T. Johnson Building parking lot in Montross. This free event … Continued
Tree-Planting Project
The Northern Neck Planning District Commission (NNPDC) has been awarded funding from the Virginia Department of Forestry (VDOF) for a tree-planting project in honor of the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. The project, 250 for 250: Improving the Northern … Continued
Bloom & Grow Festival and Plant Sale
The Northern Neck Master Gardeners (NNMG) are pleased to announce their inaugural Bloom & Grow Festival and Plant Sale, taking place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The event will be held at Ingleside Vineyards, located at 5877 Leedstown … Continued