Holiday Happenings

Holiday Happenings

We had a FABULOUS Winter Wonderland Party in the Clubhouse….adults only……with great food and music.  Our community has SO many warm and friendly people that we always have a blast together. Then the Cookie Exchange produced some beautifully and delicious cookies which our “bakers” shared with each other….how fun. And lastly the Christmas Caroling this... Continue Reading

Christmas Activities in Williamsburg

Patriots Landing is so close to Williamsburg where many creative, fun, and educational activities and events are planned during the holidays.  Every single day offers numerous choices. This Saturday, December 10, you can choose between all the following and more: Christmas decorations walk, carriage rides, organ recital, Martha Custis’ reflections on moving to Mt Vernon,... Continue Reading

Kids and adults love the magic of Christmas at Patriots Landing.  We are so lucky to have Santa visit us every year!!!

Polar Express Children’s Party with Santa a big Success

Lots and lots of our neighborhood kids were jubilantly celebrating with Santa this weekend in the community clubhouse.  He listened to every person’s plans and requests, and made all the youngsters feel extra excited about the upcoming season.

Santa Visiting Patriots Landing this Weekend

Santa has visited Patriots Landing every year since 2008, and he will be back again this year to meet with each child to hear their special wishes and take photos at the clubhouse.  Sometimes he even rides around the community in his red golf cart to visit kids at home! This is a very special... Continue Reading

9 Home Safety Tips for the Holidays

Holiday decorations pose unique new issues in our homes, and we must be careful to avoid any safety problems that will spoil our happy holiday spirit. Here is an article from cold well Banker with some great tips. “The holidays are a wonderful time full of food, family get-togethers and traditions, but the holidays can... Continue Reading

Urban Jogging May Be Making You Dumber

In an interesting article from Men’s Health magazine, by Angela Giannopoulos, research shows that urbanites who jog experience so much more stress than suburbanites, that they actually had lower scores on cognitive tests. Here is the full article. “Dodging traffic and weaving through crowds aren’t the only obstacles urbanites face when trying to take their... Continue Reading

Turkey Bowl

The Karaffa family is graciously hosting the Turkey Bowl again in Patriots Landing at the Clubhouse grounds! We would like to share a little about #50. The Jacob Aulman Vick Student Athlete Fund was started in 2013 in memory of our late son. Jacob was a member of the NKHS class of 2016. He was... Continue Reading

Grand Illumination at New Kent Courthouse this Sunday

You will love being a part of the Grand Illumination at the Historic Courthouse on November 27 from 3-6 pm. Enjoy fellowship with friends, family and neighbors to kick off the holiday season.  Activities include: Jingle Bell Jog (registration application) Caroling, Entertainment Visit with Santa and have your picture taken Variety of Vendors Children Activities... Continue Reading

Great Weather for a Visit to the Farmer’s Market

  Fall is such a beautiful time of year to be outside, and what could be better than finding healthy, fresh locally grown food.  The place to go is your local Farmer’s Market!  And apples are the best ever! Check out the Maidstone Farmer’s Market  at 11833 Aspengraf Lane   New Kent, VA 23124.  For more information,... Continue Reading