The Richmond Public Library is hosting three weeks of "Diversity, Discussion and Desserts" at its main branch, 101 E. Franklin St., during which VCU international students and professor Audrey Short will lead a discussion and share stories from their home countries.
Nine students from seven countries will give presentations on their cultures, traditions and holidays from around the world. By attending these events, patrons will help the students to improve their English-speaking skills and discuss cultural topics in an informal setting.
For the second consecutive year, the Hanover County school system has been selected to receive the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award, the only national award program devoted to governmental budgeting.
Chris Sorensen, director of budget development and risk management, received a certificate of recognition for budget presentation (2011-2012) from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada, a nonprofit association serving more than 17,600 government finance professionals throughout the continent.
The award submission met the highest principles of governmental budgeting and received a proficient rating for serving as a model in the following four categories: a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide and a communications device.
The school system's budget met 14 mandatory areas within the four categories and was chosen to receive the award based on its ability to serve as an excellent example for other governments throughout North America.
Sorensen was also recognized for his leadership in the development of the school budget during the Nov. 8 School Board meeting.
Ever wonder what it would take to publish your romance novel? Ever get stuck trying to come up with ideas for new work? Want to enjoy a spoken-word performance and then learn about the craft?
Well, come check out the seventh annual Appomattox Regional Governor's School Writer's Festival on Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Published authors will offer workshops, readings/performances and advice for writers and readers of all levels. Events are free and open to the public.
All proceeds from the book sale (all books cost $1) and the baked-goods sale help fund the Literary Arts Department. Visit www.argsinfo.com or contact Cindy Cunningham at ccunningham@args.us for detailed information.
Students and teachers in Chesterfield County can now access school library catalogs using Androids, iPhones or iPod Touches.
Go to www2.youseemore.com/chesterfieldps/default.asp and click the link to LS2Mobile for instructions on how to download the app.
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