Christmas Wreathmaking in New Kent

Learn to make your own wreath….and bring some friends! On Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at 10:00 AM, and Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 6:30 PM, the New Kent Virginia Cooperative Extension Office will host a Christmas Wreath Making Workshop at the New Kent Extension Office (11809 New Kent Highway, Suite 1, New Kent). This workshop... Continue Reading

New Residents Social Welcomes Everyone

Moving to Patriots Landing is so easy and fun because there are so many ways to get involved in the community if you want to.  The Calendar of Events is active every month of the year, and you are warmly welcomed to be a part of everything. The Fall New Residents Social at the clubhouse... Continue Reading

Happiness Makes Us Less Creative

  Did you know that according to numerous studies, scientists have determined that creativity actually is more dependent on persistence and problem solving skills than anything?  It definitely isn’t connected to happiness.    A good mood doesn’t improve our ability to solve a problem because this process usually involves judgments that don’t usually feel good……like... Continue Reading

Vinyasa-Style Yoga Classes Free for Residents

Yoga at the Patriots Landing Clubhouse is a great way to stay fit through the winter,  and it’s a fun way to see neighbors and relax in the evenings without ever leaving the community.  I love the convenience and ease. We are so lucky to have FREE vinyasa style classes! Vinyasa is also called flow... Continue Reading

“Returnships” – A New Idea for the Experienced Work Force

You’ve heard of internships, usually targeting young people…..but today there is a new concept, called “returnships,”  for mid-career professionals to get back in the work force after caring for a child, parent, or other loved one. A number of companies have recognized that there is a significant talent-pool that they want back in their organizations,... Continue Reading

  When 300 people come to an outdoor party in the rain, you know there is something special about that event!  Indeed, we had the biggest turnout ever this year, even as the rain continued throughout the event.  Ww had lots of tents and rain jackets in the park as well as some fire pits... Continue Reading

The time is here to enjoy a favorite family Fall tradition and pick your own pumpkins at a nearby farm. Each place offers different special activities including animals, hayrides, boo hoo houses, barrel train rides, bounce houses, live music, face painting and much more…….even paint ball!!! There are MANY convenient locations, from Charlottesville, to Williamsburg,... Continue Reading

If you or your kids like airplanes and helicopters, this weekend’s Flight Festival at the New Kent Airport is a fantastic event you will enjoy. There will be antique planes, war birds, light sport plus Med Evac helicopters, and more.  You can even fly in a restored 1943 Fairchild PR-19. And of course, there will... Continue Reading

We are so lucky to have a friendly and active community of residents who enjoy each other’s company!  The upcoming Oyster Roast is quite a testimony to that! We have 325 people registered to attend the event in Promenade Gardens Park on Saturday.  Music, wine and beer and lots of great food for all. Thank... Continue Reading

  As  you can see, the next phase of expansion of Results Fitness Center in Patriots Landing is underway! It includes a 3000 SF addition to the weight room with some of the industry’s most exotic and sought-after equipment, a 1200 SF Cross Training area, and an additional 1800 SF of selectorized equipment. Upstairs, they... Continue Reading