Juggling gets props from students, teacher
      By Sande Snead CONTRIBUTING WRITER Keeping all the balls in the air has more than the usual meaning for Wells Iles, sixth-grade English teacher at Bailey Bridge Middle School. Having switched careers from a corporate trainer to a school teacher just two years ago, he wanted to get his feet wet at...
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Home and secret garden tour celebrates Bon Air history
By Susan Nienow CONTRIBUTING WRITER
      Get out your parasol and join the fun at the Bon Air Historical Society's Home and Secret Garden Tour on Sun., Apr. 13, from 1-5 p.m. Pick up your tickets and catch the trolley at the Bon Air Community Center at 8725 Quaker Ln.
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The Pleasure of Life
How much mulch would a…
Chuck Hansen
      I married Stacy 14 years ago this April, and not long after, she introduced me to gardening. Actually, she does the gardening. She introduced me to mulching. I wasn't much of a mulcher when I met Stacy.
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Cooperative Extension announces spring seminars
      The Chesterfield office of Virginia Cooperative Extension will offer several public seminars on horticulture this spring. These classes are free but seating is limited so pre-registration is required. Call 751-4401 or e-mail dunkuma@chesterfield. gov to register.
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Rockwood offers nature discovery birthday parties
      Help your child discover nature while celebrating his/her birthday at the Rockwood Park Nature Center. Choose from several different nature topics. The celebrant should provide all food and favors. Parties must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance and are recommended for ages 3 and older. T...
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Free tax preparation for Earned Income Tax Credit
      Many low-to-moderate income working families and individuals in the county qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). An EITC credit can amount to an income tax refund of up to $4,716. Free tax preparation is available for those who qualify for the EITC.
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