Central Virginia Community Health Center (CVCHC) in New Canton is hosting its second annual Rod Manifold Memorial 5K, in memory of the former CEO (Rod Manifold) who passed away in 2017. All proceeds benefit the Manifold Pharmacy Fund. The event will be held Saturday, Aug. 4, 8 a.m. at 25892 North James Madison Highway in New Canton at CVCHC on the track. Prizes will be given to the top runners in each age group. Register via Facebook @ CVCHC and @Beulah- MWileyCenter or in the CVCHC gym. For more information, call (434) 581-3271 ext. 10601.

Browns Chapel will have Homecoming Sunday, followed by revival services from Monday, through Wednesday, beginning at 7 p.m. nightly. On Homecoming morning at 10 a.m., Oak Hill quartet will provide the inspirational music and the Rev. Rebecca Cook will conduct the 11:15 a.m. service with lunch to follow. On Monday night, Tammy Hunt will be the guest speaker and Chris Lewis will bring the music. Tuesday evening, the Rev. Thomas Wynn will bring the message, in addition to a congregational sing along. Wednesday evening will feature Paul Palmore who will host the service while Barry Snoddy provides the special music. Everyone is welcome.

Interpretive programs are held Thursday through Sunday, from Memorial Day through Labor Day and select weekends throughout the year at James River State Park. Here is a small sample of the many programs available. Tye Overlook Wagon will have you taking a ride with the Park Naturalist to the scenic Tye Overlook. Discover some history behind this beautiful spot as well as learn about the park itself. Pre-registration is required.

Pond Critters will have you discovering what lives in and around Green Hill Pond. You will use dip nets to try and catch some critters and talk about what they are. This program is free. Animal Tracks is a program that is great for kids of all ages. You will identify some common animal tracks, then make a plaster animal track to take home. The tracks take about four hours to dry, so please make sure you will be around the park long enough after the program to pick up your track.

The Backyard Bass program shows that fishing can be a very relaxing and equally exciting hobby, but it’s also an important part of wildlife management. This program is for younger guests who may want to learn how to fish for the first time. Participants will learn about casting and other key components, followed by a game to test how well participants can cast. This program is free. Check the website at www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/james-river#general_information for more events, times and cost (if applicable). For additional information about these fun and informative events, please contact (434) 933-4355.

SHERRI WISE can be reached at wise. buckingham@gmail.com or 983-1393.