Present at the Table

11/06/2025

📣 Calling all WJCC PreK-5 families, check your emails for more info and your students' backpacks for a reading log!

We’re excited to invite all PreK–5 students to participate in our Read to Ride Challenge – a special reading program where students can earn a chance to win a new bicycle, thanks to the generosity of Walmart Distribution! 📚️🚲️

Reading Window: November 5 – November 21

Eligibility:

PreK–Grade 2: Read 15 minutes per day on at least 10 days

Grades 3–5: Read 20 minutes per day on at least 10 days

⭐️ Reading logs due to classroom teachers: November 21

More information will be provided via email.

11/06/2025

11/04/2025

The Virginia Emergency Nutrition Assistance (VENA) uses the same EBT cards to the same beneficiaries as SNAP. Benefits are delivered weekly instead of monthly and are funded by Virginia's state budget surplus instead of federal funds. To learn more about VENA visit https://dss.virginia.gov/

11/03/2025

At Virginia Peninsula Foodbank, we’re committed to ensuring that every neighbor has access to the food they need.

If you or someone you know could use assistance, visit our website and click the “Need Food” button to find pantries and drive-thru distributions nearby. You can also call (757) 596-7188 Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, for help connecting with resources.

Thank you to our incredible network of partner pantries for helping meet the need across our community. 💙

11/03/2025

ATTENTION! Our November Mobile Food Pantries schedule is now available! Do you or someone you know need extra help putting food on the table this month? Share this post to help them access the food they need to thrive!

Here's what you need to know about our drive-thru food distributions happening this month:
📋 For distributions that require registration, please arrive at the distribution site around that time. You will be asked to provide your name, the number of members in your household, and zip code.
📍 Find the full distribution schedule on our website, link in bio.
🔍 Look on our website for our directory of partner agency food pantries by zip code in our service area for additional help.
📞 Still need help? Call our facility at (757) 596-7188

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween!

If you go down to Shoofly for a treat today, you’re sure of a big surprise! Team talent on display in our window! 🎃 Happy Halloween! 🧡

10/31/2025

10/30/2025

10/30/2025

Friendly reminder to anyone affected by the government shutdown. We have so many meals paid for already by other locals and businesses. These meals are paid for, and are given out no questions asked and no judgment given(under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian) as long as we have them. No one should ever have to wonder where their food is coming from!

We will also be starting a free “food pantry” right in the lobby of the restaurant. If you need something, grab it. If you can leave something, please do!

Do not make this post political. I will remove it immediately. That isn’t what this is about. This is about friends and families in our community who need community support. It’s here for anyone who needs it. Once the “pantry” is up and running we will post about it again. That will run through the entirety of the cold season.

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10/30/2025

10/30/2025

October is Mental Health Awareness Month. So, to round out the month, we remind you that we are all on a Mental Health journey. And everyone's journey, like in all aspects of life, is unique.

But strength comes from sharing those unique experiences, supporting one another on the journey, and normalizing Mental health as HEALTH.

Olde Towne reminds you that we offer Mental Health support and services for our patients. Whether it is assessment, crisis resources, or therapy, we are here to help give you strength on your journey.
Give Olde Towne a call at 757.259.3258 to see how we can help you.

And if you are in crisis, our friends at NAMI are always available to help. Text 988 or Call 1-800-950-6264 and someone will support you to get you help right away.

10/28/2025

🍼 We Need Your Help! 🍼

Baby formula is one of the most stubbornly high-priced items in food markets this year, and many families in our community are struggling to afford it.

We’re asking for your support to help our littlest neighbors. Donations of infant formula (any brand, any size) can be dropped off at:

📍 8800 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Every can makes a difference in ensuring that no baby in the greater Williamsburg area goes without. ❤️