Project ChildSafe

Children shooting children makes no sense to me, especially when the Portsmouth Police Department is giving away free gun locks.

Project Childsafe – FREE Firearm Locks
May 29, 2009 by Officer S. D. White
Beginning on May 30, 2009, the Portsmouth Police Department will be issuing FREE firearm locks. The locks are provided by a program of the National Shooting Sports Foundation funded by a grant from the Department of Justice.

The locks are free of charge and come in a package that includes a brochure on Firearm Responsibility in the Home and a certificate of agreement between a child and parent. The program is designed to ensure safe and responsible firearm ownership and storage, and teach children about safety with firearms. The Portsmouth Police Department has approximately 500 locks available and will be given out on a first come first serve basis until all the locks have been distributed.
The gunlocks will be given out at the below listed locations, with the times available for distribution below the location.
Portsmouth Police Training Office – 330 County St. Portsmouth – Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Portsmouth Police Operation Support Center – 711 Crawford St. Portsmouth – 24 Hours a Day / 7 Days a Week
Portsmouth Police Recruiter Office – 801 Water St. Suite 30 Portsmouth – Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Portsmouth Police Detective Bureau – 311 County St. Portsmouth – Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Portsmouth Police Chief’s Office – 700 Crawford St. Portsmouth – Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Citizens may call (757) 393 –8088 with any questions.

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Project ChildSafe, The Nation's Largest Firearm Safety Education Program
Project ChildSafe reminds gun owners to:
Properly store firearms in the home
Practice safe firearm storage options in the home
Make certain that firearms in the home are not casually accessible to anyone --- especially a child.
Project ChildSafe provides safety kits that include a cable-style gun locking device, lock installment instructions, safety booklet.
Project ChildSafe encourages gun owners to get a safety kit from participating law enforcement partners in their state.
If your law enforcement agency does not have Project ChildSafe safety kits, gun owners can encourage them to order a supply by contacting us. Only law enforcement agencies are eligible to receive safety kits from Project ChildSafe. Individuals, community groups and businesses interested in promoting the safe and responsible use and storage of firearms are encouraged to partner with a participating law enforcement agency.
Project ChildSafe thanks its partners for building safer communities.
Firearm safety is everyone's responsibility.
Where to get a free safety kit
A firearms safety message from Doug Koenig, World Champion Marksman
A firearms safety message from Travis Tritt, country music celebrity.
Watch a safety video
Access NSSF Safety Materials
Message to Firearms Retailers on"Child Safety Lock Act"

Project ChildSafe National Coordinator • 203-270-2360e-mail: projectchildsafe@nssf.org
National Shooting Sports Foundation, Inc.11 Mile Hill Road Newtown, CT 06470203.426.1320 • FAX 203-426-1245

June 20 ~ Battle of Craney Island Commemoration, Fort Norfolk, Norfolk, Va.

This was posted in 2009. Here is the LINK to the 2013 events.

http://www.dhr.virginia.gov/registers/Cities/Norfolk/122-0007_Fort_Norfolk_1976_Final_Nomination.pdf

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Norfolk-Historical-Society/116215578428265

 

http://www.nao.usace.army.mil/

HM Sloop OTTER, Inc.

http://www.hmsotter.org/

A 501.c.3 Educational Organization

A group of dedicated living-historians, who share a love of history and continually strive to educate the general public about the life and times of the common sailor and soldier of several eras in our history as accurately as possible. This organization recreates the Revolutionary War and War of 1812 for members of the public through encampments and battlefield reenactments. We represent a sailor of the Royal Navy and a militiaman from southeastern Virginia during the American Revolution. As for the War of 1812, we portray a militiaman of the 2nd Va. Regiment of militia as well as a soldier in the 20th U.S. Regiment of infantry.

For further information we can be contacted at info@hmsotter.org

One of the more neglected conflicts in American history is the War of 1812. In an attempt to help educate the public about this important era in or nations past, we in the crew of HM Sloop OTTER participate in various War of 1812 events in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia, as well as at other sites around the country. We have two primary impressions; The 20th U.S. Regiment, and the 2nd Virginia Regiment of Militia, as the Fort Norfolk Garrison, 1812-1815 A company of the 20th U.S. saw duty at old Fort Norfolk during the Chesapeake campaign. The 20th also saw action in the northern theater. The 2nd Va. Regiment of Militia was formed at Fort Norfolk, and saw action in the Battle of Craney Island. The Fort Norfolk Garrison considers itself a family friendly unit, while at the same time abiding by a set of uniform and conduct standards that will assure a high level of authenticity. Our uniforms are constructed with appropriate period-correct fabrics, by hand when seams are visible. Through research and documentation the accouterments and weapons we use are as close as possible to that actually used during the War of 1812. Our desire to recreate the troops stationed at Fort Norfolk accurately is such that these standards will be upheld. And when you think about it, if this is done to the best of our ability, we can step back and take pride that we are doing our best. Levels of participationThere are two levels of participation in the Fort Norfolk Garrison, 1812-1815. Entry level is that of a Militiaman in the 2nd Virginia Regiment of Militia. The new member will be required to obtain / assemble a basic militia kit based on the regulations set forth by Governor Barber in January 1812 for Virginia Militia forces.The next level of progression in the Fort Norfolk Garrison is that of Regular as a private in the 20th U.S. regular infantry. Our 20th U.S. impression is intended to be much more "progressive" in nature in that we require an elevated level of authenticity in uniforming and equipment. Because of this, unit members are not required to advance to this level to participate in the Fort Norfolk Garrison, it is strictly voluntary, though encouraged.

So, if you are willing to abide by our standards of authenticity and would like join us, welcome! Contact us at info@hmsotter.org for a membership form and a copy of the Soldier's Manual.

In 1776, the Gosport Navy Yard was founded along the western shore of the Elizabeth River. Gosport was a productive naval and merchant facility, first under the British Crown and later under the control of the Commonwealth. The name of the former colonial asset was changed to Norfolk Naval Shipyard in 1863. Still in operation today, Norfolk Naval Shipyard the U.S. Navy’s oldest shipyard –predating the department of the Navy by 31 years. To learn more visit http://www.nnsy1.navy.mil/.

The Battle of Craney Island, fought a year after a young United States declared war on Great Britain in June of 1812, became the battle that would save the cities of Portsmouth and Norfolk, Virginia from British invasion. U.S. forces built defenses around Craney Island and protected from 2,000 invading British soldiers aiming to destroy the port and its surrounding cities by land and sea. The Battle of Craney Island represents one of the few American won battles during the War of 1812. To learn more about the Battle of Craney Island, click here.

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The Battle of Craney Island was a victory for the United States during the War of 1812. The battle saved the city of Norfolk, Virginia, from British invasion.

On July 20 at 11:30 a.m., there will be a dedication ceremony for a historical plaque commemorating the Battle of Craney Island. The plaque, to be placed just outside the gates of Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve, is sponsored by the Portsmouth History Commission and the Daughters of the War of 1812. The dedication is open to the public.

http://www.1812va.org/index.php

http://www.usdaughters1812.org/

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Craney_Island

http://www.hmdb.org/marker.asp?marker=22154

http://historicforrest.com/CraneyIsland1813/


References and further reading :

> Burgess, Dean, The History of Portsmouth http://www.deanburgess.com/

>Flanders, Alan (1995-10-01). "Craney Island Battle Led to Burning of Hampton". The Virginian-Pilot. http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/VA-news/VA-Pilot/issues/1995/vp951001/09290198.htm

>Forester, C. S., The Age of Fighting Sail, New English Library

>Chartrand, R., British Forces in North America, 1793–1815, London: Osprey Publishing, 1998, ISBN 1-85532-741-4

>George, Christopher T., Terror on the Chesapeake: The War of 1812 on the Bay, Shippensburg, Pa., White Mane, 2001, ISBN 1-57249-276-7

>Latimer, Jon, 1812: War with America, Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press, 2007, ISBN 0-67402-584-9

>Pitch, Anthony S.The Burning of Washington, Annapolis: Naval Institute Press, 2000. ISBN 1-55750-425-3

>Roosevelt, Theodore, The Naval War of 1812, Random House, New York, ISBN 0-375-75419-9

>http://www.warof1812.ca

>http://www.warof1812.net

>http://www.historycentral.com/1812

> http://www.historypoint.org/vr/vrpublist.pdf

> http://www.historypoint.org/columns2.asp?column_id=1026&column_type=hpfeature

11th Annual Phelps Brothers Music Festival

11th Annual Phelps Brothers Music Festival

The 11th Annual Phelps Brothers Music Festival will be held Sunday, June 14 from 1-6pm at the beautiful Lakeside Park located at 1441 Bainbridge Blvd in South Norfolk to celebrate the music careers of the local legends: Norman, Willie and Earl Phelps.
They have starred on stage, screen, radio, television, and recording throughout their careers. Their musical instruments and a pictorial history will be on display for your enjoyment.
Local musicians will perform country, and blue grass music. Be sure to bring a lawn chair. Concessions will be available for purchase. (A rain date is set for June 21).
This event is FREE to the public and sponsored by Beahive Promotions and Chesapeake Park and Recreation.

http://phelpsbrothers.tripod.com/

ps. My brother, the Woodman, will open for Ed & Bobbie Phelps Beard and The Virginia Rounders at this event. He started playing with Willie Phelps in 1968 when he was only 16 years old.

On April 18th, 2007 the Phelps Brothers joined other legendary performers: Pearl Bailey, Bruce Hornsby, Ella Fitzgerald, Gene Vincent, Ruth Brown, Charlie Byrd and others in downtown Norfolk's Legends of Music Walk of Fame. A bronz star was placed in the sidewalk on Granby Street to honor the three brothers from South Norfolk, Virginia and the contributions they made to the local, national, and universal music scene.

This year's inductees ran the gamut of musical types from: Classical, to Beach Music, to Big Band, to Rock, to Countrty & Western. Inducted along with the Phelps Brothers was JoAnn Falletta, General Norman Johnson, Pat Curtis & Clarence Clemons.

The Race to Cock Island

*Race Results Here > http://portsmouthboatclub.org/2009%20Cock%20Island%20Race%20Results.pdf

The 22nd Annual Race to Cock Island ( and back ) will get underway on Saturday, June 20 at 0900 ( That's 9 AM for you landlubbers ) The harbor will be a forest of masts of more than 300 sailboats. The starting line will be at the Mile Marker Zero of the Intra-Coastal Waterway. View from the Portsmouth Seawall near Tidewater Yacht Marina behind where the Holiday Inn used to be.

More info here >

http://portsmouthboatclub.org/

http://www.tyamarina.com/

On Saturday, June 20 there will be an Olde Towne Lantern Tour beginning at 8:30 pm. The tour will depart from the Governor Dinwiddie Hotel and be guided through much of Olde Towne.

See Olde Towne Portsmouth in a new light…with a guide dressed in period attire leading the way. The Olde Towne Lantern Tour is a walking tour through one of the city’s most historic neighborhoods. On these tours, an informative and knowledgeable guide sheds light on Portsmouth’s history, legends, lore, and its unique architectural styles. Purchase tickets immediately before the tour from the escort in period attire. It is recommended that flat, comfortable shoes be worn, as the walk is approximately one mile. Special tour times can be arranged for groups of 10 or more, with advanced notice.
The walking tours will be given every Saturday night from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. from May 31 through Sept. 30.
The Saturday night tours depart from the lobby of the Hawthorn Hotel & Suites at The Governor Dinwiddie, 506 Dinwiddie St. $5 admission.
Contact Info : Portsmouth Visitors Center 757-393-5111

http://www.oldetowneportsmouth.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=48&Itemid=210

Smart Region.org selected for collaboration with PBS NewsHour

The Hampton Roads Partnership, in association with WHRO, is joining PBS NewsHour and the Christian Science Monitor's Patchwork Nation project to provide coverage of local economic impact, building a local-national collaboration model that incorporates "citizen journalists," i.e. bloggers.

Click on post title for more information or copy and paste this in browser > http://smartregion.org/2009/06/hampton-roads-blog-smartregionorg-selected-for-local-national-collaboration-with-pbs-newshour/

Anybody Going to Harborfest ?

This will be an open-ended post for new events and suggestions. I have a chance to be in the Parade of Sail, but then I won't be able to get the pictures I want of the parade from the shore. Decisions, decisions. Here is a link to the Festevents website > http://www.festeventsva.org/mini-site/the-33rd-annual-norfolk-harforfest

42nd Anniversary of the Attack on the USS Liberty

Full story in my other blog. Whatever Floats Your Boat