function Organization(
  name,
  acronym,
  altName,
  affiliation,
  description,
  purpose,
  contactPerson,
  contactPhone,
  email,
  mailAddress,
  cityAndState,
  zipCode,
  meetingDay,
  meetingTime,
  meetingPlace,
  events,
  subjects,
  fees,
  eligibility,
  website,
  notes,
  comments,
  updateMonth,
  date
)
{
  this.name = name;
  this.acronym = acronym;
  this.altName = altName;
  this.affiliation = affiliation;
  this.description = description;
  this.purpose = purpose;
  this.contactPerson = contactPerson;
  this.contactPhone = contactPhone;
  this.email = email;
  this.mailAddress = mailAddress;
  this.cityAndState = cityAndState;
  this.zipCode = zipCode;
  this.meetingDay = meetingDay;
  this.meetingTime = meetingTime;
  this.meetingPlace = meetingPlace;
  this.events = events;
  this.subjects = subjects;
  this.fees = fees;
  this.eligibility = eligibility;
  this.website = website;
  this.notes = notes;
  this.comments = comments;
  this.updateMonth = updateMonth;
  this.date = date;

  this.GetHtml = function() {
    var html = '<' + 'table>'
             + (this.name != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Name:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.name + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.acronym != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Acronym:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.acronym + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.altName != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Alt Name:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.altName + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.affiliation != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Affiliation:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.affiliation + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.description != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Description:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.description + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.purpose != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Purpose:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.purpose + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.contactPerson != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Contact Person:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.contactPerson + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.contactPhone != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Contact Phone:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.contactPhone + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.email != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Email:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.email + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.mailAddress != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Mail Address:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.mailAddress + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.cityAndState != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>City, State:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.cityAndState + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.zipCode != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Zip Code:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.zipCode + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.meetingDay != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Meeting Day:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.meetingDay + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.meetingTime != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Meeting Time:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.meetingTime + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.meetingPlace != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Meeting Place:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.meetingPlace + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.events != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Events:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.events + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.subjects != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Subjects:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.subjects + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.fees != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Fees:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.fees + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.eligibility != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Eligibility:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.eligibility + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.website != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Website:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.website + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.notes != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Notes:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.notes + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.comments != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Comments:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.comments + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.updateMonth != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Update Month:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.updateMonth + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + (this.date != "" ? ('<' + 'tr><' + 'th>Date:<' + '/th><' + 'td>' + this.date + '<' + '/td><' + '/tr>') : "")
             + '<' + '/table>';
    return html;
  }
}

var _organizations = new Array(

  new Organization('A Woman\'s Place, Inc.','','AWP','','Celebrate Women\'s History Month','','Geneva M. Scott','757/719-5120 cell; 826-0109 home; 826-1612 fax','','P.O. Box 8083','Hampton, VA','23666','3rd Saturday, Feb., May, Aug., Nov., & by appointment Mon.-Fri. 10-5','3:00 pm','Varies','Women\'s History Calendar; Women\'s History Month Conference in March','WOMEN','Y','Women with goals & dreams.','','awomansplace2@cox.net','','','1/22/03'),
  new Organization('Aberdeen Gardens Historic and Civic Association','','','','Improves & enhances the quality of life for all citizens in the Aberdeen Gardens neighborhood and surrounding areas. Assists residents with improvements to upgrade their homes.','','Roosevelt Wilson','826-9174','','1039 Micott Dr.','Hampton, VA','23666','3rd Saturday','10:00AM','Aberdeen Elementary School','','NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING HISTORY - AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Gamma Upsilon Omega Chapter','','','Alpha Kappa Sorority, Inc.','Cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards; to promote unity and friendship among college women.','','Doris Parks','244-0797','','P.O. Box 7825','Hampton, VA','23666','3rd Saturday','4 pm','St. Cyprian\'s Church, Hampton','','SERVICE; SORORITIES; AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','By invitation or transfer of membership; undergraduate degree required.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Delta Beta Lambda Chapter','','A-Phi-A','Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.','Scholarship, community affairs, civic action','','Marshall Rouse, President','757/766-8974 (H), 757/850-3078 (Chapter Office)','','Alpha House/Alpha Center, 2203 Andrews Blvd.','Hampton, VA','23663','1st Saturday, Sept.-June','8:30 AM','Alpha House (see above)','','FRATERNITIES; SERVICE; AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','By invitation or transfer of membership. Undergraduate degree required.','','','','','8/31/03'),
  new Organization('Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Zeta Lambda Chapter','','A Phi A','Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.','Program includes support for education, healthcare, the arts & leadership training for youth.','','Wilton Bobo','566-4315','','104 Pocomoko','Yorktown, VA','23693','2nd Thursday, except Jul., Aug., Dec.','8:00 p.m.','Milton Square, 706 Byrd Street, Hampton','','FRATERNITIES; SERVICE; AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Fraternal intake process.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Alpha Phi Omega','','APO','Christopher Newport University','Chapter of national co-ed service fraternity dedicated to Leadership, Friendship & Service. Sponsor mostly short-term projects, but individual members also volunteer on weekly or daily basis. Community project partnerships are welcome.','','Angela Petry','757/234-6151','','1 University Place','Newport News, VA','23606','Sunday','Evening, TBA','On campus, TBA','','FRATERNITIES SERVICE','Y','Members: Enrolled student with 2.0 GPA minimum. Advisors & Participants in service projects: None.','','','Non-students are welcome to join us in service. Please think of us the next time you need volunteers or are looking for a way to serve others.','','1/4/05'),
  new Organization('Alzheimer\'s Association - Hampton Roads Chapter','','','Alzheimer\'s Association -  National, Chicago, IL','Information and referral for people dealing with Alzheimer\'s Disease or a related disorder.','','Jennifer Mead','1-800-755-1129','','#20 Interstate Corporate Center, Suite 233','Norfolk, VA','23502','','','','','HEALTH/WELFARE AGING','N','Interest in Alzheimer\'s Disease or a related disorder.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('American Association of Retired Persons, Hampton Chapter #4407','','AARP','American Association of Retired Persons','Service, social, volunteer','','LaVerne Brown','244-2501','','1812 Victoria Blvd.','Hampton, VA','23661','3rd Thursday of each month','10:00 a.m.','Hampton Public Library, Victoria Blvd.','','SENIOR CITIZENS SERVICE','Y','Current paid membership in National AARP.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('American Heart Association/Virginia Peninsula Division','','AHA/VPD','American Heart Association','To reduce early death and disability from heart disease and stroke through community programs, public education, and research.','','Leslie VanHorn','873-8703','','360 Southport Circle, Suite 104','Virginia Beach, VA','23452','','','','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Interest in AHA and its goals','','Call/write for more information','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('American Lung Association of Virginia','','ALAV','American Lung Association','Prevention and control of lung disease','','Sonya Perkett','855-3059','','5349 E. Princess Anne Road','Norfolk, VA','23502','','','','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Interest in prevention and control of lung disease and time to fulfill designated duties.','','Call/write for more information','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Association for Retarded Citizens of the Peninsula','','Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center','','Provides various educational and developmental programs.','','Paul Babcock','896-8424','','51 Battle Road','Hampton, VA','23666','','','','','RETARDATION HEALTH/WELFARE','Y','Those concerned for mentally retarded citizens.','','Call/write for more information.','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Beta Sigma Phi, Theta Kappa Chapter','','','Beta Sigma Phi International','To promote friendship and cultural development among members','','Carrie Clay','642-3014','','HCI Box 413','Gloucester Point, VA','23062','','','','','SORORITIES','Y','By invitation to membership and initiation.','','Write for more information.','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Peninsula, Inc.','','','Big Brothers/Big Sisters of America','To provide consistent adult guidance, intervention, role modeling and understanding to single-parent children on the Peninsula.','','Kathleen Schweikert','827-0110','','2700 Build America Dr.','Hampton, VA','23666','','','','','YOUTH CHILDREN','N','Volunteer Big Brothers/Sisters must be 21 years of age, be a Peninsula resident for 6 months (military 3 months) and plan to stay on the Peninsula at least one year.','','$15 Processing fee for volunteer applicants. No charge to custodial parent or child.','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Boys & Girls Club of Greater Hampton Roads - Citizen\'s Unit','','','United Way agency','Offers social, educational and recreational programs.','','Miss T','244-6610','','1815 Shell Rd.','Hampton, VA','23661','','','','','SOCIAL EDUCATION AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Open','','Formerly the Hart McAlister Community Center','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Breast Cancer Support Group','','','','Provide patients, families, & friends a supportive environment where they can share experiences and examine their special needs relative to body image and self-esteem; provide educational information on physical & emotional aspects of mastectomy.','','Sudie Stultz','886-6700','','957 Edgwater Dr.','Newport News, VA','23602','3rd Wednesday','7:30 PM','','','HEALTH/WELFARE WOMEN','N','Open to mastectomy patients, their families, and friends.','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Bulldog Club of Tidewater','','','Bulldog Club of America','Promotion and improvement of bulldogs.','','Robert W. Hall','721-7334','','2449 Entrada Dr.','Virginia Beach, VA','23451','','','','','ANIMALS','Y','Open','','Call/write for more information.','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('CLIC/Professional Outreach Services','','CLIC','','Community support & assistance through networking of activities, resources, & public relations.','','Valerie D. Parker','757/508-3737','','P.O. Box 660','Newport News, VA','23607','','','','','SERVICE AFRICAN AMERICAN','NA','NA','','Call/write for more information','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Co-Dependenta Anonymous','','CODA','','Support group to help develop healthy relationships','','Dennis L.','757/369-1118','','','','','Tues','7:00 PM','Peninsula Behavioral Center, 2244 Executive Dr., Hampton','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Desire for healthy & fulfilling relationships','','Call first if planning to attend','','','4/1/04'),
  new Organization('CONTACT Peninsula','','','CONTACT USA','24-hour crisis helpline','','Patty Crawford','244-0594','','P.O. Box 1006','Newport News, VA','23607','','','','','EMERGENCY','N','55-hour training program','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Christopher Newport University Speakers Bureau','','CNU','','Provides speakers, consultants, experts','','None','594-7039','','50 Shoe Lane','Newport News, VA','23606','','','','','SPEAKERS','Free to non-profit organizations','','','Call/write for more information','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Citizens\' Unity Commission (Hampton)','','CUC','','The Hampton Citizens\' Unity Commission is always looking for youth and adult volunteers to help us achieve our mission of healthy race and cultural relations in Hampton. The public is invited to attend our regular monthly meetings or call our office for more information.','To foster understanding and respect for racial and cultural harmony in Hampton','John L. Johnson, Executive Director','727-1379','','22 Lincoln Street','Hampton, VA','23669','2nd Thursday of each month in the Unity Room of the Carmel Center, 136 Kings Way, Hampton','6:30pm','','','','N','Interest in healthy racial & cultural relationships in Hampton','','','','','11/13/02'),
  new Organization('Colonial Acres Homeowners Association','','','','Neighborhood association','','Marvin Pastel','851-2724','','1787 Carriage Dr.','Hampton, VA','23664','Varies','Varies','President\'s residence','','NEIGHBORHOOD','Y','Resident of Colonial Acres','','','','','11/13/02'),
  new Organization('Colonial Dames XVII Century, Lord DeLaWarr Chapter','','CDXVIIC','Colonial Dames XVII Century','Preservation of records and historical shrines; development of library specializing in 17th century colonial data; commemorate deeds of ancestors.','','Sharlott Brown','877-0829','','115 Olin Dr.','Newport News, VA','23602','Call/write for information.','','','','HISTORY GENEALOGY WOMEN','Y','Proven lineal descendant of ancestor who lived & served prior to 1701 in one of the original colonies.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Daughters of the American Revolution - Charles Parish Chapter','','DAR','National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution','Promote patriotism; education; preservation of records, etc.','','Mrs. Ellen Womack','757-838-1104','','13 Charlton Dr.','Hampton, VA','23666-3503','4th Tuesday','1:30 pm','Community Center, Odd Road, Poquoson','','GENEALOGY HISTORY WOMEN','Y','Lineal tracing of ancestor back to Revolutionary War.','','','','','1/24/05'),
  new Organization('Delta Kappa Gamma Society, Gamma Omicron Chapter','','','Delta Kappa Gamma Society International','Support women educators and provide educational leadership to the community.','','Melinda Myrom, President','722-8475','','','','','2nd Tuesday of October, November, January, March, May.','4:30 pm','Kelly\'s, Coliseum Drive, Hampton','','EDUCATION WOMEN','Y','Any woman employed in the field of education with at least 3 years of experience may apply for membership. ','','','','','09/18/08'),
  new Organization('Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Hampton Alumnae Chapter','','','Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.','Engages in cultural and educational activities; promotes high cultural, intellectual, and moral standards among members.','','Pollie Murphy','723-7471','','P. O. Box 7404','Hampton, VA','23669','1st Saturday','1:00 p.m.','St. Cyprian\'s Episcopal Church, Hampton','','SORORITIES WOMEN SERVICE - AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Set by national organization','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Newport News Alumnae Chapter','','DST','Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.','Public service organization','','Jenever H. Brown','757/826-3319','','P.O. Box 5147','Newport News, VA','23605','Saturday','9:30 AM','Phyllis Wheatley YWCA','','SERVICE, AFRICAN AMERICAN, SORORITIES','Y','College graduates','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Denbigh Lions Club','','','Lions Club International','Service to the community, especially service to visually and hearing impaired individuals and diabetes awareness','','Sarah Thurmond','877-3198','','116 Kohler Crescent Rd.','Newport News, VA','23606','2nd & 4th Thursdays','6:45 pm','Steve\'s Steak House, Newport News','','SERVICE, LIONS','Y','By invitation and showing a willingness to serve the community','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Denbigh United Christian Outreach','','DUCO','','Emergency food & financial assistance and spiritual nurturing, Denbigh residents','','Maria Cory','877-9079','','38 Hoopes Rd.','Newport News, VA','23602','Call/write for more information.','','','','SERVICE RELIGION','N','Denbigh Christian churches interested in networking their local mission outreach through volunteer, food or financial support to the DUCO ministry.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Dixie Hospital Practical Nurses Alumni Association, Inc.','','','','To bring together at frequent intervals those who are interested in the health and well being of others as well as themselves.','','Mrs. Louise H. Scott','851-8946','','1519 Old Buckroe Road','Hampton, VA','23664','Varies','Varies','Varies','','ALUMNI/ALUMNAE AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Graduates of Dixie Hospital - Hampton General Hospital and New Horizon','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('East End Community Association (Formerly Southeast Community Day Association)','','EECA','','Holds annual festival of regional customs & traditions; promotes general welfare of Southeast Community residents','','Frances Jones Forson, 245-8009; Queenie Thomas, 380-0956','','','3709 Chestnut Ave.','Newport News, VA','23607-3238','4th Sunday, Jan. - May & Sep. - Nov.; 2nd & 4th Sundays, June - July; every Sunday in August until Festival.','3:00 - 5:00 pm','Call for more information','','NEIGHBORHOOD; VOLUNTEERS','Y','18 & over; willingness to participate & communicate is essential','','Annual festival held Saturday after Labor Day in King-Lincoln Park, 600 Jefferson Ave., Newport News','','','8/28/03'),
  new Organization('Eastern Virginia Post Card Club','','','','Members share knowledge of post card collecting; buy, sell and trade cards.','','Shelby M. Liston','826-8265','','493 Whealton Rd.','Hampton, VA','23666','1st Monday','7:00 pm','Hampton Public Library, 4207 Victoria Blvd., Hampton','','POST CARDS, COLLECTING, HOBBIES','Y','','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Elks, Excelsior-Mizpah Lodge #4','','','Grand Lodge of Elks I.B.P.O.E. of W.','Dispense charity and promote civic affairs in the community.','','Mr. Alonzo','723-1113','','40 W. County St.','Hampton, VA','23663','1st and 3rd Mondays','8:00 pm','40 W. County St., Hampton','','SERVICE, FRATERNITIES, AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Male qualified voter, over 21 years of age.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Elks, Hampton Lodge No. 366, BPOE','','Hampton Elks Lodge','Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks','To provide charity, quicken the spirit of American patriotism, and to serve the veterans.','','Louis Stadlin','838-7366 (lodge)','','95 Tide Mill Ln.','Hampton, VA','23666','2nd and 4th Thursday','8:00 pm','Angelo\'s, J. Clyde Morris Blvd.','','SERVICE MILITARY/VETERANS FRATERNITIES','Y','Proposed by 3 current members, meet investigatory requirements, be approved by membership.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Equal, Inc.','','','American Coalition of Fathers and Children','Offers support and community outreach to parents, grandparents, stepparents and loved ones of children affected by custody battles. We believe the best parent is both parents.','','Shari Wilson','757-325-9750','shariwilson@bestinterestofachild.com','','','','','','','','CHILDREN YOUTH PARENTS','','','www.bestinterestofachild.com','','','','4/15/09'),
  new Organization('Exchange Club of Hampton Roads','','','National Exchange Club','Civic support, with emphasis on prevention of crime and child abuse; recognition of outstanding youth and adults in the community.','','William H. Russell','766-0058','','208 Deerfield Blvd.','Hampton, VA','23666','2nd & 4th Tuesday','7:30 am','Holiday Inn, Coliseum, Hampton','','SERVICE NEIGHBORHOOD','Y','Active or retired business person.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Eye-to-Eye Support Group','','','','Support group allowing blind adults to find others with common problems.','','Polly Simmons','727-1900','','Hampton Public Library, 4207 Victoria Blvd.','Hampton, VA','23669','2nd Saturday','2:00 - 4:00 pm','Hampton Public Library, 4207 Victoria Blvd.','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Blindness.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Faith In Action Ministries Athletics','','','','Christian Youth/Adult Athletic Organization. Contact us if you are interested in Football, Cheering, Cross Country, Track & Field, Basketball, Band and Road Racing. Sports soon to come are soccer and baseball. In need of volunteers to Coach. Volunteers will get training.','','','757-218-9848','fiamathletics@cox.net','','','','','','','','YOUTH','','','','','','','3/09/2007'),
  new Organization('Farmington Civic Association','','','','Common meeting ground for members of the community.','','Jack Edwards','826-4674','','2 Woodlawn Dr.','Hampton, VA','23666','4th Monday, even numbered months','7:00 p.m.','Northampton Community Center - Jeff Davis School','','NEIGHBORHOOD','Y','Must live in or own property in Farmington.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Fort Eustis Historical & Archaeological Association','','FEHAA','','To research, write, and celebrate history of Mulberry Island.  Printed Historical Fact Sheet available.','','Dick Ivy','898-5090','','P.O. Box 4468','Fort Eustis, VA','23604','3rd Thursday, except July, August, December','11:30 am','Lee Hall','','HISTORY','Y','Interest in area history and archaeology.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Foster Grandparent Program','','FGP','ACTION - Federal Domestic Volunteer Agency','Matches low income elderly (60+) volunteers with children with special needs in Hampton, Newport News, York County and Williamsburg area.  Volunteers receive stipend of $2.45 per hour.','','Deborah A. Elliott','727-1858 or 1857','','1320 LaSalle Ave.','Hampton, VA','23669','Call/write for information.','','','','SENIOR CITIZENS, YOUTH, CHILDREN','N','60 years or older, limited income.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Friends of the Hampton Public Library','','','Friends of Libraries U.S.A.','Acts as liaison between library and community; supports library programs and projects.','','Douglas Perry','727-1154','','4207 Victoria Blvd.','Hampton, VA','23669','1st Monday','Call/write for information.','Hampton Public Library, 4207 Victoria Blvd.','','SERVICE','Y','Payment of membership fee.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Friends of the Homeless, Inc.','','Friends of the Homeless Shelter','','Emergency shelter for families and women.','','Charlotte Rose','928-0012','','1600 25th Street','Newport News, VA','23607','3rd Thursday','8:30 am','760 McGuire Place, Newport News','','HOUSING','N','Concern for the homeless.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Friends of the Newport News Public Library','','','Friends of Libraries U.S.A.','To promote library services.','','Terry Hammond','926-8506','','c/o Newport News Public Library, 2400 Washington Ave.','Newport News, VA','23607','3rd Monday','7:00 pm','Call/write for information.','','SERVICE','Y','Open','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Gem and Mineral Society of the Virginia Peninsula','','','Eastern Federation of Mineralogical & Lapidary Societies','Stimulates finding, collecting, identifying, polishing & faceting gems & minerals','','Dr. Thomas W. Sale','723-8206','','4304 Chesapeake Ave.','Hampton, VA','23669','1st Monday, except holidays','7:15 pm','Sandy Bottom Nature Park, Big Bethel Rd., Hampton','','GEMS & MINERALS, HOBBIES, COLLECTING','Y','Interest in lapidary','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('George P. Phenix Alumni Association (formerly 50+ Phenix Alumni','','','','To keep legacy of Phenix High School current.','','Oliver G. Taylor, Jr.','722-0809','','1319 E. Pembroke Ave.','Hampton, VA','23669-2468','1st Monday of each month','11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.','Hampton Public Library, Victoria Blvd.','','ALUMNI/ALUMNAE AFRICAN AMERICAN','N','Graduates of 50+ years ago','','','','','7/2/08'),
  new Organization('Girl Scout Council of Colonial Coast','','Girl Scouts','Girl Scouts of the USA','Colonial Coast Girls Scouts have fun in a diverse all-girl environment, experiencing a challenging, value based, contemporary program and building self-esteem & leadership skills necessary for competent, resourceful decision-making.','','Kim Johnson','595-9802','','813 Forrest Dr. Suite B','Newport News, VA','23606','','','','','YOUTH, CHILDREN','Y','Girls age 5-17','','Call/write for more information.','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Girls Incorporated of the Greater Peninsula','','Girls Inc.; formerly Girls Club','United Way of the Greater Peninsula','Nationally researched afterschool and summer programs for girls ages 4-18 inspire them to be strong, smart & bold to reach their full potential','','C. Jackie Jackson','757/722-6248','','1300 Thomas St., Ste. C','Hampton, VA','23669','Monday - Friday','School year 3:00 - 6:00 PM; summer 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM','Facility-based programs at above address; outreach programs at various locations throughout Peninsula','','YOUTH EDUCATION CHILDREN','N','Girls, age 4-18','','','','','7/27/2004'),
  new Organization('Grandview Shores Civic League, Inc.','','','','Community Civic League','','Carlos Mize','850-3758','','33 Adriatic Ave.','Hampton, VA','23664','Varies','','Varies','','NEIGHBORHOOD','Y','Resident of Area.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Hampton 4-H Clubs','','','','To help young people acquire knowledge, skills, and attitudes for a satisfying home and family life; to develop leadership talents and abilities to reach optimum citizenship potential.','','Karen L. Lucas','727-1401','','26 West Queens Way','Hampton, VA','23669','Call/write for more information.','','','','YOUTH EDUCATION CHILDREN','N','Open to youth ages 5-19.','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Hampton Arts Commission','','','','To promote the visual and performing arts within the City of Hampton.','','Debra Burrell','727-1490','','4205 Victoria Blvd.','Hampton, VA','23669','1st Thursday','2:00 pm','4205 Victoria Blvd., Hampton','','THEATER MUSIC ARTS','N','','','','','','1/9/03'),
  new Organization('Hampton Chapter of the National Hampton Alumni Association','','Hampton Chapter NHAA','National Hampton Alumni Association','College alumni organization','','David A. Johnson, 874-6855; Joseph M. Lewis, 766-0554; Stephanie Melvin, 727-5728; Bertha Wrencher, 989-1729','','','P.O. Box 196, Old Hampton Station','Hampton, VA','23669','2nd Wednesday, Sep. - May; June TBA','7:00 pm','McGrew Towers, Hampton University','','ALUMNI/ALUMNAE; AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Successful completion of at least one semester of attendance for undergraduate or graduate degree; willingness to participate','','','','','1/9/03'),
  new Organization('Hampton Clean City Commission','','HCCC','Keep America Beautiful, Inc.','To improve the physical environment of Hampton through beautification and community improvement, Litter awareness, and solid waste education activities; and to encourage citizens to participate in these activities.','','Debbie Blanton','727-6394','','22 Lincoln St.','Hampton, VA','23669','1st Tuesday','3:30 pm','Hampton City Hall, 5th floor Conference Room','','ENVIRONMENT','N','Interest in environmental education and activities','http://www.hampton.gov/hccc','','','','7/19/2004'),
  new Organization('Hampton Coalition for Youth','','','','To bring together organizations that work with youth, serving as a coordination and clearing agent, to improve the quality of life for youth in the city.','','Cindy Carlson','728-3280','','22 Lincoln St.','Hampton, VA','23669','Call/write for more information.','','','','YOUTH','N','','','','','','7/31/01'),
  new Organization('Hampton Ecumenical Lodgings & Provisions, Inc.','','H.E.L.P.','','To assist families and individuals in need of emergency shelter, food or financial assistance, by referral of the Hampton Department of Social Services.','','William T. Day','850-8956','','P.O. Box 4066','Hampton, VA','23664-0066','Call/write for more information.','','','','HOUSING HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Desire to serve the poor and homeless.','','','','','8/1/01'),
  new Organization('Hampton Emergency Amber Response Team','','H.E.L.P.','','To assist Hampton Roads law enforcement departments with Amber Alerts by having skilled emergency response volunteer teams available to help to search for abducted children.','','Antonio W. Davis','(757) 239-9999','heart.agent@gmail.com','','','','Call/write for more information.','','','','HEALTH/WELFARE','','Desire to protect our children.','https://sites.google.com/site/heartagent/home','','','','7/20/10'),  
  new Organization('Hampton EventMakers','','','','To promote economic development and quality of life by sponsoring charitable, social, and entertainment events in the city of Hampton.','','John Sandhofer','727-1570 recording','','756 Settlers Landing Rd.','Hampton, VA','23669','','','','','SOCIAL, SERVICE','For some events','','','','','','3/8/04'),
  new Organization('Hampton Heritage Foundation, Inc.','','','National Trust for Historic Preservation','To preserve Hampton\'s significant sites, structures, and objects, and to promote interest in its historical and cultural heritage.','','Allen McDonald','595-9918','','P.O. Box 524','Hampton, VA','23669','1st Sunday, Sept.-June','3:00 pm','Hampton Public Library, 4207 Victoria Blvd.','','HISTORY ARTS','Y','Interest in preserving Hampton\'s history.','','','','','8/3/01'),
  new Organization('Hampton Historical Society','','','','Researches, commemorates & publicizes important events in Hampton\'s history. Collects & preserves things of historical significance to Hampton, including oral histories. Publicizes Hampton\'s unique position as the oldest continuous English-speaking settlement in North America','','Dr. Thomas W. Sale, President','723-8206','','4304 Chesapeake Ave.','Hampton, VA','23669','Call for more information, or look for announcements in newspaper','','','','HISTORY','Y','Interest in the city of Hampton, Virginia','','','','','8/1/01'),
  new Organization('Hampton Land Conservancy','','','','Preservation, protection & enhancement of remaining natural land areas in Hampton and adjacent jurisdictions. Long-term protection through receipt of donated land, conservation easements & purchase of selected parcels.','','Tyla Matteson, President','804/275-6476, or in Hampton 757/594-7307','tmatteson1@mindspring.com','4896 Burnham Rd.','Richmond, VA','23234','4th Tuesday','4:30-6:00 pm','Sandy Bottom Nature Center, 1255 Big Bethel Rd., Hampton','','CONSERVATION; NATURE','Y','Desire to build living legacy & protect natural heritage','','Charitable organization begun in 2002','','','6/5/2004'),
  new Organization('Hampton Medical Society','','','Medical Society of Virginia; American Medical Association','Education and exchange of views on issues of importance to medicine and the community.','','Sara Coughenour','727-7109','','c/o Sentara Hampton General Hospital, 3120 Victoria Blvd.','Hampton, VA','23669','2nd Wednesday, Jan., Mar., May, Sept., Nov.','6:00 pm','Varies','','HEALTH/WELFARE PROFESSIONAL','Y','Physicians practicing on the Peninsula; retired physicians','','','','','8/1/01'),
  new Organization('Hampton Neighborhood Commission','','','','Creating partnerships that help to make Hampton Neighborhoods places we proudly call home.','','Neighborhood Office','757-727-6460','','22 Lincoln Street, 5th Floor','Hampton, VA','23669','2nd Monday of each month','6:00 p.m.','','','NEIGHBORHOOD','N','Open','','','','','12/12/01'),
  new Organization('Hampton Public Library Services for the Disabled','','','National Library Services for the Blind','To provide library service to visually and physically disabled individuals.','','','727-1149','','1 S. Mallory St.','Hampton, VA','23663','Call for more information.','','','','EDUCATION SERVICE','N','Visually or physically handicapped.','','','','','5/21/2009'),
  new Organization('Hampton Retired Teachers Association','','HRTA','VRTA, NRTA, AARP ','Professional and social alliance local, district and state educators.','','Kathleen P. Brown ','757-851-8013 ','wekpbrown@aol.com','1375 Coral Place ','Hampton, VA','23669','2nd Wednesday in Sept., Dec., March, June','11:30 am','Call/write for more information.','','PROFESSIONAL, SOCIAL, EDUCATION','Y','Retired from educational system or institution.','','','','','07/13/2010'),
  new Organization('Hampton Roads Caribbean Organization','','HRCO','','Promotes unity among Caribbean people and others; enables the expression and conservation of Caribbean culture in Hampton Roads; promotes understanding between peoples of different cultures; educates the public on Caribbean affairs. Secures scholarships for Caribbean students.','','Olive C. Ezell','757/838-8713; 757/838-3093 FAX','','P.O. Box 7227','Hampton, VA','23666','Varying Sundays every other month','3:00 pm','Alternates between Main Hampton Public Library and Norfolk Public Library\'s Janaf Branch','','INTERNATIONAL','Y','West Indian/Caribbean native or descendant; good standing in the community','','caribbe@hrfn.net','','','12/14/01'),
  new Organization('Hampton Roads Civic Ballet','','','','Brings live ballet to the area, and provides a training ground for young dancers.','','Muriel Evans','722-8216','','4607 Victoria Blvd.','Hampton, VA','23669','Call/write for more information.','','Address above','','ARTS DANCE YOUTH EDUCATION CHILDREN','Y','Open','','','','','8/1/01'),
  new Organization('Hampton Roads Conference of Minority Public Administrators','','COMPA','American Society for Public Administration','Work to eliminate institutional and social barriers for professional development & employment of minority public administrators.','','Dr. Landis Faulcon','624-8650','','201 Granby St., Ste. 100A','Norfolk, VA','23510','Call/write for more information.','','','','PROFESSIONAL, AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Employed or student in field of public administration.','','','','','8/1/01'),
  new Organization('Hampton University Business Assistance Center','','HUBAC','Small Business Administration','To assist new and exixting small and minority-owned businesses in start-up, management, loan application, business plan & basic research.','','Dr. Charles A. Wooding','727-5570','','P.O. Box 6148','Hampton, VA','23668','Call/write for more information.','','','','BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL','N','Open','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Hampton Wetlands Board','','','','To protect the wetlands.','','Mr. Edward Haughton','727-6140','','Planning Department, 22 Lincoln St.','Hampton, VA','23669','4th Tuesday','5:000 pm','City Hall Council Chambers, Hampton','','ENVIRONMENT','N','By appointment; call if interested.','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Hampton-Mercury Lions Club','','','Lions International','To aid in sight and hearing conservation, and other charitable endeavors.','','Don Fuller','722-5962','','203 Brigade Dr.','Yorktown, VA','23692','1st and 3rd Tuesdays','12:15 pm','Hampton Holiday Inn','','SERVICE LIONS','Y','Interest in community services to the visually and audially impaired.','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board','','','','Coordinates and provides mental health, mental retardation and substance abuse services to residents of Hampton and Newport News.','','24 hour crisis intervention','245-0217','','2501 Washington Avenue','Newport News, VA','23607','Call/write for information.','','','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Members of the Board are appointed to serve on the Board of Directors of the H-NNCSB by the two City','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Hampton-Phoebus Lions Club','','','Lions Clubs International','Service to the community, especially sight and hearing preservation, diabetes awareness and drug awareness.','','Peter D. H. Tagg','851-2639','','8 Colonial Acres Dr.','Hampton, VA','23664-1728','1st & 3rd Thursdays','6:30 pm','Chamberlin Hotel','','SERVICE, LIONS','Y','Willingness to serve the community, in particular the visually and audially impaired.','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Healthy Families Partnership','','','City of Hampton','Aims to ensure that every child in Hampton is born healthy and enters school ready to learn.','','Allison Nelson','727-1300','','100 Old Hampton Lane, Ste. 200','Hampton, VA','23669','','','','','YOUTH FAMILIES HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Partnership status by invitation of the steering committee','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Huntington High School Alumni Association','','HHSAA','','Preserving the memory of Huntington High School; youth, community, education, scholarship','','Frankie Price','722-7754','FrankP3685@aol.com','2705 Rosalee Dr.','Hampton, VA','23661-2015','2nd Tuesday of each month','7:00 p.m.','Hampton Roads Boys Club','','ALUMNI/ALUMNAE AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Attended Huntington High School.','','','','','04/27/2004'),
  new Organization('Information Center of Hampton Roads','','ICHR','The Planning Council','To provide all persons with information about or access to human resources that assist in the resolution of problems or needs through a regional information system and computerized data.','','George E. Harden','625-4543; 1-800-223-2086','','130 W. Plume Street','Norfolk, VA','23510','','','','','SERVICE','N','','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Junior League of Hampton Roads','','JLHR','The Planning Council','Promotes voluntarism; develops the potential of women; and improves communities through the effective action & leadership of trained volunteers.','','Courtney E. Gardner','757/873-0281','','729 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 4-D','Newport News, VA','23606','2nd Wednesday','6:30 pm','','','COMMUNITY; SERVICE','Y','','','','','','3/10/03'),
  new Organization('Junior Woman\'s Club of Hampton, Inc. - GWFC','','JWCH; Hampton Juniors','General Federation of Women\'s Clubs','Promote civic, educational and cultural affairs.','','Scarlet Stiteler','865-6958','','336 Cattail Lane','Yorktown, VA','23693','2nd Thursday except June - August','7:30 pm; refreshment social at 7:00 pm','Woman\'s Club, 171 Columbia Ave., Hampton','','SERVICE EDUCATION WOMEN','Y','Age 18-40, registered voter.','','','','','10/20/2005'),
  new Organization('Kecoughtan Literary Circle','','','','Foster interest in literature, culture, and history, especially that of local area; supports Hampton Public Library.','','Mrs. Thomas W. Sale','723-8206','','4304 Chesapeake Ave.','Hampton, VA','23669','2nd Tuesday Oct.-May','2:00 pm','Members\' homes.','','SERVICE HISTORY','Y','By invitation.','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Kidz\'NGrief','','','Bon Secours Hospice','Provides grief support groups for families suffering a loss due to death of someone close. Offers simultaneous groups for ages 3-5, 6-8, 9-11, 12-15, 16-18, and adult caregivers of these children.','','Beth Pile','727/886-6613','','Bon Secours Hospice at Mary Immaculate, 2 Bernardine Dr.','Newport News, VA','23602','2nd & 4th Mondays, September-June','6:00-7:30 pm','Chestnut Memorial United Methodist Church','','CHILDREN, FAMILIES, SERVICE','N','Must pre-register; no drop-ins','','','','','10/4/01'),
  new Organization('Kinship of Authors','','','','Association of writers in the Hampton area','','Ann Davis','757-722-1584','bbdabd@aol.com','45 Hampton Roads Ave.','Hampton, VA','23661','Call for information','','Hampton Public Library, 4207 Victoria Blvd, Hampton 23669','','KIWANIS; SERVICE','N','','','','','','1/13/10'),
  new Organization('Kiwanis Club of Downtown Hampton','','','Kiwanis International','Community service, with emphasis on children\'s needs','','Ruthann Kellum','757/513-9426','kellum@cox.net','P.O. Box 3010','Hampton, VA','23663','Tuesday','7:30 AM','Oasis Restaurant, Kecoughtan Rd.','','KIWANIS; SERVICE','Y','18 or older','','','','','1/13/10'),
  new Organization('Kiwanis Club of Hampton','','Hampton Kiwanis','Kiwanis International','To render service to the community.','','Al Newton, newtal_kiwanis@cox.net','851-5246','','P.O. Box 163','Hampton, VA','23669','Tuesday','6:30 pm','Clarion Hotel, Mercury Blvd. & Coliseum Dr., Hampton','','SERVICE KIWANIS','Y','Qualified persons 18 years of age or older.','','','','','5/19/05'),
  new Organization('Kiwanis Club of Kecoughtan','','Kecoughtan Kiwanis','Kiwanis International, Capitol District - Division 13','Community service with emphasis on children','','Elaine Toland, 245-0506','','','111 Locust Ave.','Hampton, VA','23661','1st & 3rd Wednesdays','7:30-8:30 am breakfast meetings','Riverside Rehabilitation Institute, Buxton Dining Room, 245 Chesapeake Ave., Newport News','','KIWANIS, SERVICE','Y','By invitation, 18 years of age or older','','New members are welcome. Please call first.','','','10/6/2004'),
  new Organization('Kiwanis Club of Mercury 64','','Mercury 64 Kiwanis','Kiwanis International','Community service with emphasis on children','','Frank Dulong','851-9427','','','Hampton, VA','23669','Wednesday','7:30 am','Holiday Inn, Mercury Blvd. at I64., Hampton','','SERVICE, KIWANIS','Y','18 years of age or older','','','','','4/16/02'),
  new Organization('Kiwanis Club of Monitor-Newport News','','KCO Monitor-Newport News','Kiwanis International','Community service with emphasis on children & youth needs','','Margaret Keator','757/380-1000','','P.O. Box 12022','Newport News, VA','23612','2nd & 4th Mondays','6:15 pm','Sam\'s Spaghetti & Steakhouse, 10731 Jefferson Ave., Newport News, 10731 Jefferson Ave., Newport News','','SERVICE, KIWANIS','Y','By invitation, 18 years of age or older','','','','','1/18/2006'),
  new Organization('Kiwanis Club of Old Point Comfort','','OPCK','Kiwanis International','Community service, Young Children Priority One','','Floyd Brown','757/827-8725','','241 Watkins Dr.','Hampton, VA','23669','1st, 3rd & 4th Tuesdays','6:00 PM','Quality Inn, Mercury Blvd','','SERVICE, KIWANIS','Y','18 years of age or older','','','','','1/13/03'),
  new Organization('Kiwanis Club of the Peninsula at Oyster Point','','','Kiwanis International','Meeting the needs of children in our community and throughout the world.','','Barry Layman','508-3391','','P.O. Box 12102','Newport News, VA','23612','Thursday','12:15 - 1:15 pm','Point Plaza Suites & Congerence Hotel','','SERVICE, KIWANIS','Y','Anyone who wants to help children.','','','','','01/30/06'),
  new Organization('Kiwanis Club of Warwick','','Warwick Kiwanis','Kiwanis International','A volunteer organization of community leaders sponsoring programs that serve the young children of the community','','Ron Smith, Secretary','757/595-4424','','','','','Tuesdays','Breakfast, 7:30 am','The Arbors, Port Warwick','','KIWANIS, SERVICE','Y','Men oand women over the age of 18 years','','','','','01/30/06'),
  new Organization('Kountry Kickers Clogging Team','','','','Promotes clogging through public performance and keeps old-time tradition of mountain dancing alive','','Susie Woolard','238-2027','','1853 Oyster Bay Lane','Suffolk, VA','23436','Fridays','7:00 - 9:00 PM','Midtown Recreation Center, Newport News','','DANCE, HOBBIES','Y','Open','','Call for more information','','','01/30/06'),
  new Organization('Legacy of Weyanoke','','','The Weyanoke Association','Performs a cappella music & stories of the descendants of Africa & Turtle Island. Offers short & long programs for schools & colleges, churches, libraries, organizations, camps, etc.','','Hugh Harrell, III','804/307-8807','weyanoke@weyanoke.org','P.O. Box 121','Charles City, VA','23030','Call or e-mail for more information','','','','MUSIC, AFRICAN AMERICAN, NATIVE AMERICAN, HISTORY','Y - for performances only, not for membership','Performers: Singers who read music & are familiar with Diasporan or Native American performance styles; Experienced storytellers; Percussionists (traditional Diasporan instruments)','www.weyanoke.org/legacy.html','','','','01/30/06'),
  new Organization('Leukemia Society of America, Virginia Chapter','','','Leukemia Society of America, Inc.','Raise funds to support research, patient-aid, and programs for public and professionals.','','Diane Hagemann','838-9351','','Box 21, 2101 Executive Drive','Hampton, VA','23666','Call/write for information.','','','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Open','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('LifeLong Learning Society','','LLS','Christopher Newport University','Provides learning opportunities in an environment of sharing & fellowship for those of retirement age, through lectures, courses, field trips, study groups and social events','','Jane Sulzberger','757/594-7568','','1 University Pl.','Newport News, VA','23606','Call/write for more information.','Call/write for more information.','Call/write for more information.','','EDUCATION, SENIORS','Y','Open to all retired adults','http://users.cnu.edu/~lls','','','Sept.','1/22/03'),
  new Organization('Links, Inc., Hampton Chapter','','','Links, Inc.','Social and civic.','','Mary K. Wallace (until 5/2003)','826-9078','','3 Colonnade St.','Hampton, VA','23666','Call/write for more information.','','','','SOCIAL SERVICE, WOMEN, AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','By invitation.','','','','','10/3/01'),
  new Organization('Little England Culture Complex','','','','Call/write for more information.','','Ms. James','728-1710','','3922 Kecoughtan Rd.','Hampton, VA','23669','Call/write for more information.','','','','HISTORY AFRICAN AMERICAN','N','Open','','','','','1/22/03'),
  new Organization('Make-A-Wish Foundation of Eastern Virginia','','','Make-A-Wish Foundation of America','Grants wishes to children ages 2 1/2 to 18 who have life-threatening illnesses.','','Candie L. Palen','456-5292','','406 Oakmears Cres. #208','Virginia Beach, VA','23462','Call/write for more information.','','','','YOUTH HEALTH/WELFARE SERVICE CHILDREN','N','Open','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Mariners\' Museum, The','','TMM','ICMM, AAMM, CAMM, SEMC','Non-profit educational & cultural institution for preserving & interpreting our maritime heritage. Programs for children, adults & families. Speakers available by request.','','Karen Grinnan','591-7738','','100 Museum Dr.','Newport News, VA','23608','Call/write for more information.','','','','BOATING EDUCATION HISTORY SPEAKERS','N','Open','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Mary Immaculate Hospital Auxiliary','','MIHA','','To assist and support Mary Immaculate Hospital.','','Elaine K. Cannon','886-6781','','Mary Immaculate Hospital, 2 Bernardine Dr.','Newport News, VA','23602','2nd Thursday - Board Meeting (Board members only)','9:30 am','Mary Immaculate Hospital','','HEALTH/WELFARE SERVICE VOLUNTEERS','N','Application, orientation, desire to volunteer.','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Menchville House Ministries, Inc.','','Menchville House','','Non-denominational, faith-based long-term shelter & program for women in transition (other than current substance abusers) and their children','','Sylvia Jones, Executive Director','833-5980 Office; 833-5981 FAX','menchvillehouse@verizon.net','13658 Warwick Blvd.','Newport News, VA','23602','','','','','WOMEN CHILDREN','N','Open','http://www.menchvillehouse.org','','','','10/31/08'),
  new Organization('Mended Hearts','','','The Mended Hearts, Inc.','Offer help, support and encouragement to heart disease patients and their families.','','Bill Valvo, President','872-8902','','500 J Clyde Morris Blvd.','Newport News, VA','23601','1st Thursday','7:00 p.m.','Riverside Regional Medical Center Staff Dining Room','','HEALTH/WELFARE','Y','Heart surgery, heart attack or an interest in cardiovascular disease.','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('MentorMatch','','','Lutheran Family Services of Virginia','MentorMatch is a volunteer mentor program that works with youth between the ages of 8-18 that are involved in the foster care and juvenile justice systems. Mentors commit to two hours a week for a year.','','','757-722-4707 ext. 118','dsmith@lfsva.org','','','','','','','','HEALTH/WELFARE','','','','','','','01/28/09'),
  new Organization('Merrimac Dog Training Club, Inc.','','MDTC','American Kennel Club','Promote responsible dog ownership; conduct test trials;  conduct obedience training classes.','','Maggie Salls','723-8141','','P.O. Box 1685','Newport News, VA','23601','Call/write for more information.','','','','ANIMALS HOBBIES','Y','Call/write for more information.','','http://www.merrimacdogs.com','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Merry Mixers','','','Newport News Parks and Recreation','Square Dance Club.','','Sue Leary','766-0137','','22 Greenwell Drive','Hampton, VA','23666','1st, 3rd & 5th Friday of each month','8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.','Watkins Elementary School, Newport News','','DANCE','Y','A membership club but not required to be a member for bi-weekly dances.','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Mid-Atlantic Teen Challenge','','Teen Challenge','National Teen Challenge','Non-Profit, long-term, live-in program for males age 13-17 to help overcome drug and alcohol addictions. Christian based counseling, full curriculum education.','','Archisa Roberson','244-3733','','9302 Warwick Boulevard','Newport News, VA','23601','24 hour program','','Teen Challenge Treatment Center','','YOUTH EMERGENCY ADDICTION','Y - $700/mo. for treatment','Males ages 13-17 with substance abuse problem and willingness to change.','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Ministers-On-Call Youth Ministry','','','Ministers-On-Call','A non-profit religious organization of licensed and lay Ministers who come together to assist in meeting the needs of the total person. The Youth Ministry works with ages 6-12. The multi-cultural Christian Music curriculum uses radio broadcasts and music recording to teach social & technical skills, foster spiritual growth, & build self-esteem.','','J A Kelly','757-813-2849','','P.O. Box 1854','Hampton, VA','23669','Saturday','6 PM','Varies; call or e-mail for more information','','YOUTH; VOLUNTEER; MUSIC; RELIGION','Y','Adult volunteers; participants ages 6 - 12','','','','','3/3/03'),
  new Organization('Multiple Sclerosis Support Group of Hampton Roads','','','National Multiple Sclerosis Society','Designed to provide support & education for people with multiple sclerosis and their families.','','LeAnn Cade','490-9627','','405 S. Parliament Rd., Suite 105','Virginia Beach, VA','23462','Mon. - Fri.','9am - 5pm','','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('N.A.A.C.P. - Newport News Branch','','NAACP','National Association for the Advancement of Colored People','A non-profit civil rights organization existing to insure the political, educational, social and economic equality of minority groups. Its goal is to eliminate race prejudice and remove all barriers of racial discrimination through democratic processes.','','C. J. Florence','339-4026','','P.O. Box 785','Newport News, VA','23607','2nd Thursay, January - November','7:00-9:00 PM','North Newport News Community Center, 605 South Ave., Newport News','','CIVIL RIGHTS, AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Live or work in Newport News, & willing to get involved!','','','','',''),
  new Organization('N.A.A.C.P. - Hampton Branch','','NAACP','National Association for the Advancement of Colored People','A non-profit civil rights organization existing to insure the political, educational, social and economic equality of minority groups. Its goal is to eliminate race prejudice and remove all barriers of racial discrimination through democratic processes.','','Celestine W. Carter','757/827-1768','','P.O. Box 9273','Hampton, VA','23670-0273','1st Monday','7:30 PM','Bethel A.M.E. Church, 94 W. Lincoln St., Hampton','','CIVIL RIGHTS AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y for all officers','All willing to work','','','','',''),
  new Organization('National Association of Negro Business & Professional Women','','NANBPWC','National Association of Negro Business & Professional Women\'s Clubs','Serve as an open resource to the community by providing services & skills to individuals for self-improvement & to improve social & civic conditions, assist youth & provide scholarships.','','Dorothy W. Murray','244-6022','','633 41st St.','Newport News, VA','23607','2nd Wednesday','6:30 pm','Northampton Branch Library, 936 Big Bethel Rd., Hampton, VA 23666','','PROFESSIONAL, SERVICE, BUSINESS, WOMEN, AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Business and/or professional women.','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('National Association of Parliamentarians - Peninsula Unit','','NAP Peninsula','National Association of Parliamentarians','Studying, teaching, promoting & disseminating the philosophy and principles underlying the rules of deliberative assemblies in Robert\'s Rules of Order, Newly Revised.','','Remus or Nancy Rhodes','757/850-1097 or 757/850-0297','','10 Bay Front Pl.','Hampton, VA','23664','1st Friday, Sept. - Apr.','9:30-11:30 AM','Call for more information','','PARLIAMENTARIANS','Y','Open. Must attend two meetings for membership.','','','','','7/25/03'),
  new Organization('National Association of Women Business Owners, Southeastern Virginia Chapter','','NAWBO','National Association of Women Business Owners','Provide strong & continuing voice & vision for women business owners within economic, social & political communities.','','Dyane Walker, President','578-4923 ext 201','','P.O. Box 9602','Virginia Beach, VA','23450-9602','3rd Wednesday','5:30-8:30 pm','Location varies.','','BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL WOMEN','Y','Must be a business owner for active member status.','http://nawboseva.org','','','',''),
  new Organization('National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Hampton Roads Chapter','','NCMA','National Contract Management Association','Advancing the contracting profession in Virginia\'s Hampton, Newport News, Williamsburg and Yorktown area through education and networking opportunities.','','Erika Chesson','757-240-5318','ncmahamptonroads@gmail.com','','','','Schedule & location vary. See website below.','','','','BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL','Y','Open to anyone interested in the contracting field. See website for information on joining. Membership not necessary for participation in meetings.','http://intranet.ncmahq.org/hamptonroads/default.aspx','','','',''),
  new Organization('National Multiple Sclerosis Society','','Multiple Sclerosis Society','National Multiple Sclerosis Society','Health services for persons with multiple sclerosis and their families.','','LeAnn Cade','490-9627','','405 S. Parliament Dr., #105','Virginia Beach, VA','23462','3rd Monday; 3rd Thursday','3rd Monday 7:00 p.m.; 3rd Thur. 10:00 a.m.','Riverside Rehabilitation Institute, Harbor\'s Apartment Club House','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Open','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('National Society Women Descendants of Ancient & Honorable Artillery Co.','','A & H','','To promote historical education and patriotism.','','Mrs. Donald Pons','229-8730','','616 College Terrace','Williamsburg, VA','23185','Call/write for more information.','','','','HISTORY WOMEN','Y','Proven lineage to a member of original company, 1635-1730.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('National Technical Association, Hampton Roads Chapter','','NTA','National Technical Association','To promote technical careers among minorities.','','James Fields Jr.','757-864-5565','','P.O. Box 9334','Hampton, VA','23670','1st Tuesday','7:00 - 8:30 pm','Old Dominion University Peninsula Graduate Center','','PROFESSIONAL','Y','Technical professional or student.','','','','','1/4/05'),
  new Organization('New Mixed allages Club','','','','To participate in community activities and to socialize.','','Sabrina Frazier','838-4178','','702 Ida St.','Hampton, VA','23669','Every other Friday','8:00 pm','Call/write for more information.','','SOCIAL NEIGHBORHOOD AFRICAN AMERICAN','N','Willingness to work on activities which are of benefit to our local community.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Newport News 4-H Clubs','','4-H','','To help young people acquire knowledge, skills, and attitudes for a satisfying home & family life, and to develop leadership talents & abilities to reach the optimum citizenship potential.','','Renee Carter','591-4838','','12388 Warwick Blvd., Suite 307','Newport News, VA','23606-3850','Call/write for information.','','','','YOUTH EDUCATION CHILDREN','N','Boys and girls age 5-19.','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Newport News City Democratic Committee','','NNCDC','National and State Democratic Parties','To support the two-party system & elect Democrats to public office.','','Charles F. Stanton','757/877-2553','NewportNewsDemocrats@cox.net','P.O. Box 2368','Newport News, VA','23609','4th Thursday; Nov. & Dec. TBA','','Plumbers & Steamfitters Union Local 540 Hall, 7812 Warwick Blvd., Newport News','','POLITICAL','Y','Elections from each precinct or at-large elections; must be a registered voter in the city of Newport News, who supports the principles of the Democratic Party.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Newport News Recycling & Clean Community Commission','','NNRCC','Keep America Beautiful, Inc.','To promote recycling and litter control.','','Michele Whitlow','249-5777','','513 Oyster Point Rd.','Newport News, VA','23602','2nd Thursday','12 Noon','Omni Hotel, Newport News','','ENVIRONMENT','N','Newport News resident, appointed by City Council.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Newsome House Museum & Cultural Center','','','City of Newport News','1899 historic house museum studies local Black history and culture.','','Katrina Boston','247-2360; 928-6754 fax','','2803 Oak Ave.','Newport News, VA','23607','Call for more information','','','','AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY NEIGHBORHOOD EDUCATION','Y','Open to all ages','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Newport News-Hampton Chapter, Continental Societies, Inc.','','','Continental Societies, Inc.','Charitable organization serving children with special needs','','Rose Vann','826-7349','','6 Pilgrim Ct.','Hampton, VA','23666','2nd Saturday','1:00 pm','Varies','','SERVICE YOUTH WOMEN','Y','','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Newtown Improvement and Civic Club','','','','To foster environmental, social & political growth of community.','','Glenn Hughes','','','P.O. Box 1792','Hampton, VA','23669','','7:00 p.m.','Little England Chapel, Hampton','','NEIGHBORHOOD AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Residents or property owners in Newtown, 18 years or older.','','','','','1/13/03'),
  new Organization('North Back River Road Association','','NBRRA','','Promotes community improvement for a better quality of life.','','Margaret J. Lewis','722-2089','','742 N. Back River Road','Hampton, VA','23669','1st Wednesday','6:00 pm','Colonial Bucks Hunt Club, 960 Bethel Ave., Hampton','','NEIGHBORHOOD','Y','Live in designated area','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('North Newport News Civic League','','NNNCL','','Fosters citizenship; voter registration; crime watch security; city beautification; education; citizen participation; a friendly association for the improvement of our community','','Arthur A. Keyes','757/596-7746','','605 South Ave.','Newport News, VA','23601','1st Monday of month except September','7:00 pm','North Newport News Community Center, 605 South Ave., Newport News','','NEIGHBORHOOD','Y','Residents & property owners of North, Center, South and Macon Avenues, Carver Drive, and Lyndon Circle','','','','','1/9/03'),
  new Organization('Northampton Civic League','','NHCL','','Provide a means of friendly association with the citizens of the community & participate in such undertakings as may be deemed necessary for the improvement of our community.','','Matt Asay','827-6918','','5 Tallyho Turn','Hampton, VA','23666','1st Tuesday of odd months.','7:00 p.m.','Northampton Community Center, Jefferson Davis Middle School','','NEIGHBORHOOD','Y','Residents of Northampton area of Hampton.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Old Dominion University Dental Hygiene Clinic','','','Old Dominion University','Offers dental cleaning and X-ray services at nominal charge.','','Lynn Tolle-Watts','683-5241','','Technology Building, 47th St. & Hampton Blvd.','Norfolk, VA','23529-0499','','By appointment','All work done at clinic in Norfolk.','','HEALTH/WELFARE','Y','','','Total fees for cleaning/X-rays: $20-30 for adults, $15 for children','','',''),
  new Organization('Old North Hampton Community Organization','','ONHCO','Hampton Neighborhood College & Alumni, Y. H. Thomas Community Center, Inc.','Purpose: enhance the quality of life; voter registration; increase community involvement; support crime issues, programs for youth & aged; sense of pride in self and community','','Leroy Barnes, President','723-1851','','P.O. Box 1879','Hampton, VA','23669','3rd Tuesday','7:00 pm','Y. H. Thomas Community Center','','NEIGHBORHOOD','Y','Residents of the Old North Hampton community','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Olmec Academy','','','','Encourages individuals to seek enlightenment through methods used by our forefathers in Africa, Mesoamerica & the East through diet, meditation, exercise and the study of history & culture. Helps participants to achieve a peaceful state of mind in a chaotic world.','','Ofosuwa M. Abiola','419-1328, 825-1087','','113 Ethel Dr.','Hampton, VA','23666','Call for more information','','','','DANCE, EDUCATION, HISTORY, YOUTH','Y','Open to all','','','','',''),
  new Organization('PARC Auxiliary','','PARC Activities','Association Retarded Citizens Peninsula, Inc.','To provide recreation & socialization activities for the mentally retarded.','','Ted Pritchard','826-6461 Ext. 53','','51 Battle Road','Hampton, VA','23666','Mondays, year round','7:00 p.m.','Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center Gym','','SERVICE','N','Open.','','Activities program 18 years or older.','','',''),
  new Organization('Pasture Point Neighborhood Association','','','','Pasture Point is a small residential community located in historical downtown Hampton, Virginia. It features some of Hampton\'s oldest surviving homes with many dating back to the 1890s. The association is dedicated to preserving the special nature of our neighborhood.  We have an active membership that stays in touch with each other, other neighborhood associations, and community groups.  We are active in neighborhood improvements, city issues, environmental concerns, and traffic problems as well as other community matters. ','','','','president@pasturepoint.org','','','','2nd Tuesday, every other month','7:00 p.m.','Hampton Baptist Church, 40 Kings Way','','NEIGHBORHOOD','N','Open.','http://www.pasturepoint.org','','','','3/9/2007'),
  new Organization('Patient Advocate Foundation','','PAF','','A national network for patient education and healthcare reform','','Nancy Davenport-Ennis','800-532-5274; Fax:757-873-8999','','753 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Suite B','Newport News, VA','23606','','','','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','','','http://www.patientadvocate.org; help@patientadvocate.org','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Agency on Aging, Inc.','','PAA','Virginia and National Associations of Area Agencies on Aging','To establish and maintain coordinated, comprehensive system of services and resources for area older adults ages 60 and over.','','William S. Massey','873-0541','','739 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Executive Center Bldg. 1000, Suite 1006','Newport News, VA','23606-3585','','','','','AGING, SERVICE','N','People age 60 and over','','Call/write for more information.','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Peninsula Alcohol Safety Action Program','','Peninsula ASAP','Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program','Formed to reduce alcohol- & drug-related injuries death and property damage. Serves Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, York, James City County and Williamsburg. Programs & speakers are free; fees for court mandated counseling only.','','Theodore Fitzgerald','594-7633','','760 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard','Newport News, VA','23601','Mon. - Fri.','8 a.m. - 5 p.m.','Same as above.','','HEALTH/WELFARE, SPEAKERS, EDUCATION','Y','Court referrals for counseling; request only for free programs and speakers.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Animal Disaster Services','','P.A.D.S.','','Provides assistance to companion animals so as to minimize suffering and related deaths during natural and man-made disasters','','Tecie Dander','867-8689','','P.O. Box 12913','Newport News, VA','23612-2913','4th Monday','7:30 PM','Call for information','','ANIMALS, EMERGENCY','Y','Desire to help animals; availability during disasters','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Area Black Nurses\' Association','','PBNA','National Black Nurses\' Association','To work with and for health care needs of Blacks and other minorities.','','Nancy P. Rhodes, President','826-7155','','49 South Greenfield','Hampton, VA','23666','Monthly','TBA','TBA','','PROFESSIONAL HEALTH/WELFARE - AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Licensed and Student Nurses','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Association for Sickle Cell Anemia','','PASCA','National Association for Sickle Cell Disease','Provides education, screening, follow-up counseling, referral and support services for persons and their families who are affected by sickle cell trait, the disease or any other hemoglobin abnormalities.','','E. Darlene Hilton','838-4721','','2021 Cunningham Dr., Ste. 102','Hampton, VA','23666','1st Thursday','6:00 p.m.','Board Room','','HEALTH/WELFARE, AFRICAN AMERICAN','N','Open','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Peninsula Association of Insurance Women, Inc.','','','National Association of Insurance Women, Int\'l','To promote education, professionalism and good will in the community.','','Mary Jo Waddy','865-1900','','c/o Six Manhattan Square, Suite 200','Hampton, VA','23666','3rd Wednesday','6:15 p.m.','Varies.','','PROFESSIONAL','Y','Must be in insurance related business.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Attention Deficit Disorder Association, Inc.','','PADDA','','Share/support, education, advocacy.','','Sheila Marble','591-9119','','813 Forrest Dr., Suite 3','Newport News, VA','23606','Call for more information','7:30 p.m.','Mary Immaculate Hospital Medical Pavilion, Newport News','','HEALTH/WELFARE','Y','Pay dues','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Peninsula Baptist Association of Virginia','','PBA','Southern Baptist Convention','To enhance the mission work of local churches and to establish new congregations among non-English language groups and high density population areas.','','Dr. William C. Duke','596-4587','','863 Cloverleaf Lane','Newport News, VA','23601','','','','','RELIGION','N','SBC churches in designated geographic area.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Bicycling Association','','PBA','Virginia Bicycling Federation, League of American Wheelmen','To actively promote the bicycle as a means of recreation, transportation, and staying fit. Uphold and support the rights of cyclists. Encourage the development of bike paths and other cycling facilities. Disseminate information on cycling safety.','','Lawrence W. Taylor, III','864-3768 (w)','','P.O. Box 12115','Newport News, VA','23612-2115','2nd Monday','7:30 p.m.','Belgian Waffle and Family Restaurant, J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News','','SPORTS','Y','Open.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Bonsai Society','','','Virginia Bonsai Society; Sandy Bottom Nature Park','To promote, teach and encourage the art of classical bonsai.','','Bob Owens','877-3515','','7 Sylvia Lane','Newport News, VA','23602','2nd Tuesday','7:00 PM','Sandy Bottom Nature Park','','GARDENING, HOBBIES','Y','Dues and interest in bonsai.','','Officers\' tenure is two years.','','','10/23/01'),
  new Organization('Peninsula Builders\' Exchange','','','','Plan room for building contractors. News service to members; establishes & maintain rules of equitable conduct.','','Robert Lyons','594-0340','','615 Dresden Dr.','Newport News, VA','23601','','Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM','','','PROFESSIONAL, BUSINESS','Y','2 endorsements by members.','','Call/write for more information.','','','04/22/2002'),
  new Organization('Peninsula Caged Bird Society','','PCBS','Alliance Club, Bird Clubs of Virginia, Bird Clubs of America Cockatiel, Parrot, Love Bird & Finch Societies','Education of pet bird owners & breeders; fellowship of those of like mind','','Dick Ivy','757/898-5090','','P.O. Box 2005','Yorktown, VA','23692','3rd Sunday','2:00 pm (Open board meeting 1:00 pm)','Thomas Nelson Community College','','HOBBIES, ANIMALS, BIRDS','Y ($12 newsletter subscription; free membership)','','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Peninsula Chapter #682, National Association of Retired Federal Employees','','NARFE','National Association of Retired Federal Employees','Protect benefits of federal employees, active and retired; maintain social contacts.','','Albert H. Lindler','851-3563','','47 Madrid Drive','Hampton, VA','23663','2nd Monday','10:30 a.m.','YMCA, 7827 Warwick Blvd., Newport News','','PROFESSIONAL','Y','Honorably retired federal employees, and federal employees with 5 years vested service, and spouses, widows and widowers thereof.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Chapter - American Guild for Infant Survival','','SIDS Support Group','','To provide support & information to anyone who has lost a child to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.','','Jacquelin W. Richardson','596-6507','','46 Hopkins Street','Newport News, VA','23606','3rd Monday','7:30 p.m.','301 Ferguson Avenue, Newport News','','PARENTING, HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Open','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Chapter - Saint Paul\'s College Alumni','','','St. Paul\'s College National Alumni','To work with the national alumni for the betterment of the college spiritually, financially and in recruitment.','','Gladys E. Jones','838-1359','','6 Longstreet Court','Hampton, VA','23669','2nd Sunday each month, September - June','4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.','St. Augustine\'s Episcopal Church, 2515 Marshall Ave., Newport News','','ALUMNI/ALUMNAE AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Must be an alumni of Saint Paul\'s college in good standing.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Chapter, American Diabetes Association','','ADA','Southern Region','Exists to find a cure for diabetes and improve the lives of all who are affected by it','','Stephany Marreel','1/800/603-4068','','Bldg. 7, Ste. 129, 6340 Center Dr.','Norfolk, VA','23502','Call for information','','','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','','','Support group is free; membership is $28.00/yr.','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Chapter, Elizabeth City State University Alumni','','Elizabeth City State University Vikings','Elizabeth City State University','Recruitment of university graduates for enhancement of programs & services.','','Dr. Charles D. Cherry','722-1316','','706 Quincy Street','Hampton, VA','23661','3rd Thursday','7:30 p.m.','Hampton Public Library','','ALUMNI/ALUMNAE AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Open','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Civil War Roundtable','','Peninsula CWRT','','Study of Civil War history.','','Peggy Vogtsberger, President','838-3862','','7 Carmel Terr.','Hampton, VA','23666','2nd Monday','7:00 pm','War Memorial Museum, Newport News','','HISTORY','Yes','Open','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Civitan Club','','','Civitan International','Fulfill needs within the Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Yorktown area as determined by the membership. Main focus is supporting the mentally and physically handicapped.','','Clyde Laudermilk','851-6660','','1722 Old Buckroe Rd.','Hampton, VA','23664','1st & 3rd Tuesday','7:00 p.m.','Sammy & Nicks Restaurant, 2718 W. Mercury Blvd., Hampton','','SERVICE','Y','18 Years of age or older, good moral character.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Clergy Association','','PCA','','Encourages professional growth, fellowship and personal enrichment among members; promotes ecumenism.','','Rev. A. B.  "Miki" Vanderbilt','596-1151','','414 Hiden Boulevard','Newport News, VA','23606','2nd Tuesday, Sept.-May','10AM - Noon','Varies','','PROFESSIONAL RELIGION','Y','Open','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Concert Band, Inc.','','PCB','Association of Community Bands','To represent our community at public functions and official affairs, to provide a place for the musicians of our community to perform, and to provide and play good band music for all occasions.','','Bobbie WcWithey','877-2836','','905 Catalina Drive','Newport News, VA','23602','Tuesday','7:30 p.m.','Warwick High School Band Room, Newport News','','MUSIC','N','Proficiency on a band instrument, subject to approval of section leader as to ability to keep up with the requirements of the music we are performing.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Council of Beta Sigma Phi','','BEO','Beta Sigma Phi','To promote social and cultural development of members.','','Linda D. Adolph, President','827-9630','','36 Roberts Trace','Hampton, VA','23666','2nd Wednesday','7:30 p.m.','First Christian Church, 1458 Todds Lane, Hampton.','','SORORITIES','Y','By invitation.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Democratic Committee','','Regional Office, Democratic Party','Democratic Party of Virginia','Political Organization','','Tish Llaneza','838-3195','','236 Upland Drive','Hampton, VA','23666','Call for information','','','','POLITICAL','N','Registered voter and subscribes to the principles of the democratic party.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Dental Assistants Society','','','American Dental Assistants Association','Offer continuing education, uniform discounts, insurance, etc. for dental office employees.','','Jacqueline J. Hampton','642-5021','','P.O. Box 939','Gloucester, VA','23062','3rd Tuesday','6:00 p.m.','Sammy\'s Steakhouse, Route 17, Newport News','','PROFESSIONAL HEALTH/WELFARE','Y','Working or interested in the dental field.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Epilepsy Support Group - Virginia Epilepsy Foundation','','','','Support group for people with epilepsy and their families.','','Cynthia A. Dowd, R.N.','886-6381 (W)','','Mary Immaculate Hospital, 2 Bernardine Dr.','Newport News, VA','23602','1st Tuesday','7:30 p.m.','Mary Immaculate Hospital Conference Center','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Open.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Family Schools','','','Home Educator\'s Association of Virginia','Offers support to parents of home schooled children.','','Lourdes Knapp','887-2772','','P.O. Box 458','Seaford, VA','23696','3rd Thursday alternate months, starting September','7:00 p.m.','Big Bethel Temple Assembly of God','','EDUCATION','N','Open to all parents who teach their children at home.','','DANCJ@aol.com; www.geocities.com/heartland/hills/3277','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Peninsula Fine Arts Center','','PFAC','Affiliate of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond','Community arts facility encouraging education & the appreciation of the visual arts through a dynamic schedule of changing exhibitions, workshops & a permanent interactive gallery for children.','','Jennie Burge','596-8175','','101 Museum Dr.','Newport News, VA','23606','Public Gallery Hours Tues.-Sat. 10-5, Sun. 1-5','101 Museum Drive, Newport News','','','ARTS','N','Memberships are available.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Foster Parents\' Network','','P.F.P.N.','Newport News & Hampton Social Services','To advocate for foster children in care and support foster parents through training and compassion.','','Linda Williams; Annie Correll 887-1304','838-5497','','P.F.P.N., P.O. Box 5795','Newport News, VA','23605-0795','2nd Thursday','7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.','North Community Center on South Street, Newport News','','PARENTING YOUTH','Y','Paid member and concern for foster care issues with both children and foster families.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Habitat for Humanity, Inc.','','','Habitat for Humanity','Builds low-cost homes for low-income families','','Jill Pope','757/596-5553','','P. O. Box 1443','Newport News, VA','23601-0443','Wednesdays and Thursdays; Saturdays','8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.','Building sites in Newport News and Hampton.','','HOUSING SERVICE VOLUNTEERS','N','Open','','Office: 809 Main Street, Newport News. Open Monday-Friday 9:00 - 4:30.','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Italian American Lodge #2145','','PIAL #2145','Order of Sons of Italy','Contributions to charitable organizations and scholarships.','','John W. Pane','850-2300','','105 N. First Street','Hampton, VA','23664','3rd Sunday of each month','5:00 p.m.','Union Hall, Warwick Boulevard, Newport News','','INTERNATIONAL','Y','Born in Italy or of Italian descent or have Italian spouse.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Jewish Historical Society','','PJHS','American Jewish Historical Society','Preserve history of Peninsula Jewry','','Sue Ann Bangel','540/435-0737','','P.O. Box 1089','Whitestone, VA','22578','Varied','Varied','Varied','','HISTORY RELIGION','Y','Payment of dues.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Legal Assistants, Inc.','','PLA','National Association of Legal Assistants, Inc.','Furtherance of the profession and field through education.','','Phyllis T. Anderson, CLAS','873-8052','','P.O. Box 12888','Newport News, VA','23612-2888','1st Tuesday','6:30 p.m.','Sheraton Inn - Coliseum','','PROFESSIONAL','Y','Specified requirements for Active, Student and Associate memberships.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Libertarian Party','','','Libertarian Party of Virginia, Libertarian Party (National contact - 1-800-682-1776)','Formed to promote the American heritage of liberty, patriotism and personal responsibility','','James Quigley','757-224-0593','usafa1@aol.com','','','','Call for information','','Hampton Public Library, Victoria Blvd.','','POLITICAL','N','','VPLP.ORG','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Mental Health Association','','PMHA','National Mental Health Association','Advocacy for effective mental health for all.','','Norma H. Pinkleton, President','247-3615','','P.O. Box 9042','Hampton, VA','23670','1st Monday','3:30-5:00 p.m.','Peninsula ASAP, 760 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News','','HEALTH/WELFARE','Y','Interest, participation.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Metropolitan Young Men\'s Christian Association, Hampton','','YMCA - Hampton Branch','YMCA','Putting Christian principles into practice through programs that promote health of spirit, mind and body for all.','','Russell T. Martin','722-9044','','1322 LaSalle Ave.','Hampton, VA','23669','','','Same as above','','YOUTH MEN','Y','Open','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Mothers\' Club','','Mothers\' Club; Moms\' Club','','Provide a support network for moms through fellowship and discussion of parenting topics.','','Lori Taylor Crawford','591-8722','','c/o Peninsula Community Chapel, 10856 Warwick Boulevard','Newport News, VA','23601','2nd Tuesday','9:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.','Peninsula Community Chapel, Newport News','','PARENTING WOMEN','N','All mothers and mothers-to-be are invited to attend. We have no formal requirements for membership.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Museums Forum, Inc.','','PMF','','Promote public interest in & use of museums, & to enhance the professionalism of membership.','','Kathy Rothrock','727-3391','','P.O. Box 1862','Hampton, VA','23669','1st Wednesday','9:00 a.m.','Location rotates throughout member museums','','ARTS PROFESSIONAL','Y','Meet AAM definition of museum, or be associated with one.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Music Teacher\'s Association','','PMTA','National Music Teacher\'s Association','Improve teaching skills & provide recital opportunities for students.','','Alisa C Bohon, President','881-9898','','P.O. Box 6101','Newport News, VA','23606-6101','2nd Wednesday, September-May (except December & April)','9:30 a.m.','Northside Church of Christ, 943 J. Clyde Morris Blvd, Newport News, VA','','PROFESSIONAL MUSIC','Y','Active music teachers with students. Degree in music.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Orchid Society','','P.O.S.','American Orchid Society; Eastern Orchid Congress','To promote & educate the public on the cultivation and preservation of orchids.','','James G. Pajot','827-1243','','18 Woodbury Forrest Drive','Hampton, VA','23661','4th Saturday of month usually','2:00 p.m.','Hampton Public Library, Meeting Room A','','GARDENING HOBBIES','Y','Pay annual dues.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Ostomy Association','','Ostomy Association','United Ostomy Association','Support group - visits new ostomates.','','Cancer Society','595-9793','','Joseph Kalista, 12 Quillen Terrace','Newport News, VA','23606','1st Tuesday','7:30 p.m.','Virginia Cooperative Extension Building, 108 Main Street, Newport News','','HEALTH/WELFARE','Y','Anyone may join. Most members have ostomies or Chron\'s Disease.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Parkinson Support Group','','','United Parkinson Foundation','Support group to meet the needs of Parkinson Disease patients & their caregivers.','','Cynthia A. Dowd, R.N.','886-6381 (W)','','Mary Immaculate Hospital, 2 Bernardine Dr.','Newport News, VA','23602','3rd Wednesday','1:00 p.m.','Mary Immaculate Hospital Women in Focus Medical Pavilion Meeting Room','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Parkinson Disease patients & their caregivers.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Pathfinders of Virginia (AVA 142)','','','American Volkssport Association','Encourage walking, running, swimming, and biking for health and recreation.','','James Geith','851-1829','','P.O. Box 7100','Hampton, VA','23666','3rd Wednesday','7:00 p.m.','Hampton Public Library','','SPORTS','Y','Open.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Ports Authority of Virginia','','PPAV','','To promote the port activities and economic development of the Virginia Peninsula through the issuance of industrial revenue bonds.','','Kelly A. Brown, Coordinator; Bernard A. Morewitz, Chairman','249-3333','','12350 Jefferson Avenue, Suite 230','Newport News, VA','23602','3rd Wednesday of each month','12:30 p.m.','King James Motel, 6045 Jefferson Ave., Newport News','','BUSINESS','N','Residents of Hampton or Newport News; by appointment.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula REACT of Virginia, Inc. 2037','','Radio Emergency Associated Communications Teams','REACT International, Inc., Wichita, KS','Assistance to individuals requesting help on Citizens Band Radio Channel 9. Advising proper authorities of accidents, disabled vehicles and other hazards along roads. Augmentation in searching for lost kids during Hampton Bay Days.','','Dave Friedenberg','850-0493','','101 East Lawn Drive','Hampton, VA','23664','2nd Sunday','2:00 p.m.','Casey Chevrolet Conference Room on Jefferson Avenue side by Service.','','SERVICE','Y','Monitoring 20 hours a month over CB Channel 9 and attend monthly meetings.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula READS','','','Laubach Literacy Action','Provide adult literacy education and services. Volunteers tutor adult learners throughout the Peninsula.','','Jan Dickes','283-5776','','393 Denbigh Boulevard, Suite 200','Newport News, VA','23608','','','','','EDUCATION SERVICE LITERACY VOLUNTEERS','N','Open.','','Hampton Office: Hampton Public Library, 4207 Victoria Blvd., Hampton, VA 23669, 727-1097','','','12/16/2005'),
  new Organization('Peninsula Retirees Travel Club','','PRTC','','Brings together retirees for trip planning and travel','','Celestine Monroe','723-5609','','711 LaSalle Ave.','Hampton, VA','23669','4th Tuesday every 3rd month','1:00 pm','Hampton Public Library','','SENIOR CITIZENS TRAVEL HOBBIES','Y','Retirees','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Self Help for Hard of Hearing People','','PSHHH; Peninsula SHHH','Self Help for hard of Hearing People, Inc.','Non-profit, educational organization dedicated to helping Hard of hearing people help themselves and others cope with hearing loss.','','Carol Stevenson','865-6355(h), 764-2059(w)','','103 Sterling Ct.','Yorktown, VA','23693','1st Saturday except July & August','10 am','Hidenwood Presbyterian Church, 414 Hiden Blvd., Newport News','','HEALTH/WELFARE','Y','Have hearing loss or know someone who has hearing loss','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals','','Peninsula Humane Society','American Humane Association, Humane Society of the United States','Animal control. Prevent animal suffering. Help with animal-related problems. Provide sound foundation of animal care & knowledge so people & animals may live compatibly in our community','','B. Eugene Falls; Fran Falls','595-1399','','523 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard','Newport News, VA','23601','','','','','ANIMALS','Y','Open','','Call/write for more information','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Sports Club','','PSC','','Promote sports and academics on the Peninsula','','Mary Jo Schwalenberg','422-5918','','Tower Box 1','Hampton, VA','23666','Mondays','6:30','Varies','','SPORTS','Y','Open','','Call/write for more information','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Stroke Club','','','National Stroke Association','Provides an opportunity for stroke survivors and their families & friends to discuss issues and concerns','','Chaplain Woodie Rea','928-8327','','Riverside Rehabilitation Institute, 245 Chesapeake Ave.','Newport News, VA','23607','1st Wednesday','10:00-11:00 am','1st floor classroom, Riverside Rehabilitation Institute, 245 Chesapeake Ave., Newport News','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Open','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Track Club','','PTC','Road Runners of America','Promote health & fitness through running, jogging and walking.','','John Hort','850-2208','','P.O. Box 144','Fort Monroe','23651','3rd Tuesday','7:30 p.m.','Mary Immaculate Hospital Conference Center','','SPORTS','Y','Open.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Widowed Persons Service','','PWPS','American Association of Retired Persons','Provide support for newly widowed by others who have been widowed; promote community awareness of needs of widowed men and women.','','Debbie Vincent','591-0868','','235 Harpersville Road','Newport News, VA','23601','2nd Monday','7:00 p.m.','Temple Baptist Church, 235 Harpersville Road','','SERVICE','N','Anyone whose spouse has died.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Women\'s Network','','PWN or The Network','','Vehicle for exchange of information, counsel and support among business & professional women on the Peninsula.','','Genevieve Lane','873-7066','','P.O. Box 7944','Hampton, VA','23666','','','','','PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN','Y','Open.','','Call/write for more information','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Women\'s Political Caucus','','PWPC','National Women\'s Political Caucus','To open the political process to women and get more women elected to public office.','','Betty Temko','245-6729','','2200 Chesapeake Avenue','Hampton, VA','23661','Varies','7:00 p.m.','Governor\'s Inn Retirement Residence, 741 Thimble Shoals Boulevard, Newport News','','POLITICAL WOMEN','Y','Open.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Wood Carvers','','','National Wood Carvers Association','Promote and help woodcarvers.','','Sharon De Hart','851-5339','','33 Westmoreland Drive','Hampton, VA','23666','2nd & 4th Monday','7:30 p.m.','Warwick United Church of Christ, J. Clyde Morris Blvd. & Jefferson Ave., Newport News','','HOBBIES ARTS & CRAFTS','Y','Interest in woodcarving and woodcraft.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsula Youth Orchestra, Inc.','','PYO','','Orchestral experience for middle and high school students','','Michael Dillard','877-1240','','P.O. Box 6498','Newport News, VA','23606','Wednesday','4:00-6:30 pm','Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Hampton','','MUSIC YOUTH','Y','Competitive audition','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Peninsulas Emergency Medical Services Council','','PEMS','','Coordination of emergency medical services for the Peninsula, Middle Peninsula & Northern Neck.','','Jane M. Wills','757/259-9111','','P.O. Box 3648','Williamsburg, VA','23187','','','','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Request information.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Philoptochos Society, St. Helen Chapter','','','National Office of Philoptochos','Philanthropic and some social.','','Tessie Baker','874-3638','','60 Traverse Road','Newport News, VA','23606','1st Monday','7:30 p.m.','Location varies.','','SERVICE SOCIAL RELIGION','Y','Women of Greek Orthodox faith 18 years of age & up.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Phoebus Civic Association','','Hampton Cup Regatta; Fridays on the Bay','','Betterment of Phoebus and Hampton.','','Donald A. Gear','723-6431','','401 Buckroe Avenue','Hampton, VA','23664','3rd Monday','6:30 p.m.','Keith\'s Dockside Restaurant, 38 C Water St., Phoebus','','NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS','Y','Resident or business owner in the Phoebus area.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Phoebus Homeowners','','','','Neighborhood improvement. We work to help homeowners improve their homes, sidewalks, etc.','','Ms. Anne Langley','722-7603','','34 Frissell Street','Hampton, VA','23669','3rd Saturday, every 3 months','2:00 p.m.','Member homes','','NEIGHBORHOOD','Y','Open to Phoebus homeowners.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Phoebus Improvement League','','PIL','','Using  "Main Street approach " set by National Trust, offers owner support, puts up Christmas decorations, offers loans, recruits businesses, etc.','','Susan Borland, Executive Director','727-0808','','21 E. Mellen St.','Hampton, VA','23663','','','','','BUSINESS NEIGHBORHOOD','Y','Interest in Phoebus.','','http://www.phoebus.info','','',''),
  new Organization('Pilot Club of Hampton Roads, Inc.','','','Pilot International','Community service organization of professional women who work to raise money to support persons in our community with brain-related disorders','','Mrs. Floanne Hicks, President','851-6077','','11 Boykin Lane #6','Hampton, VA','23663','2nd Tuesday','6:30 p.m.','The Arbors, Jefferson Ave., Newport News','','PROFESSIONAL SERVICE HEALTH/WELFARE','Y','Open to executive and professional women.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Virginia, Inc.','','PPSEV','Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc.','Provide educational & clinical services in birth control & family planning.','','Lisa Persikoff','826-2198','','910 W. Mercury Blvd.','Hampton, VA','23666','','','','','HEALTH/WELFARE WOMEN','N','Open.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Poquoson Woman\'s Club','','','General Federation of Woman\'s Clubs','Philanthropic activities','','Mrs. Alvin D. Sledd (Connie)','868-6688','','5 Sir Ralph Lane','Poquoson, VA','23662','3rd Wednesday','7:30 p.m.','Cedar Road, Poquoson','','SERVICE WOMEN','Y','Registered voter and sponsored by a current member.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Propeller Club of the United States, Port of Newport News','','','Propeller Club of the United States','Promote commerce, shipping, and shipbuilding in the United States.','','John Capin','380-3969','','P.O. Box 832','Newport News, VA','23607','3rd Wednesday','6:30 p.m.','Location varies.','','BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL','Y','Interests in U.S. maritime industry.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Puppet Arts Center Puppetry Guild (Formerly Puppetry Arts Center of Virginia)','','PACPG (PACOV)','Puppeteers of America','Introduces & supports puppetry shows, history and workshops','','Laura Huff','886-9080','','P.O. Box 785','Yorktown, VA','23692-0785','1st Sunday','2:00-4:00 pm','Newmarket Fair','','HOBBIES THEATER PUPPETRY','Y','Anyone wishing to share information and learn about puppets & puppetry','http://www.pacov.org','','','',''),
  new Organization('Response-Peninsula Sexual Assault Support Services','','Response-Peninsula','Virginians Aligned Against Sexual Assault','Provides support, treatment and advocacy to persons victimized by sexual assault; leads the community toward the elimination of sexual violence','','Vernette Taylor','838-1829','','1017 Todds Lane','Hampton, VA','23666','Monday-Friday or as scheduled','9:00 am - 5:00 pm or as scheduled','1017 Todds Lane, Hampton','','HEALTH/WELFARE','Y','Open','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Retired Officers Association - Virginia Peninsula Chapter','','VIPTROA','','Provide service to members and families; social contact.','','David W. Howell, Secy.','850-1452','','P.O. Box 4305','Fort Eustis, VA','23604-0305','4th Thursday except July','6 pm cocktails, 7 pm dinner','Rotates among Officers Clubs on the Peninsula','','MILITARY/VETERANS; SENIOR CITIZENS; SOCIAL SERVICE','Y','Men & women who are or were commissioned or warrant officer in the armed forces. Auxiliary member-widow or widower of regular member.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of the Virginia Peninsula','','RSVP','Senior Corps','Our purpose is to enhance the lives of persons 55 and older through volunteer opportunities and support, and by advocating healthy lifestyles.','','John McCrimmon','757/595-9037','','12388 Warwick Blvd., Ste. 201','Newport News, VA','23606','1st Tuesday','5:30 pm','Varies','','SENIOR CITIZENS; SERVICE; VOLUNTEERS','N','Registration','','','','','11/07/2005'),
  new Organization('Riverdale Civic Association','','RCA','','Make local government aware of interests of our community.','','Philip E. Everhart','838-0040','','31 Charlton Drive','Hampton, VA','23666','1st Sunday','2:00-4:00 pm','','','NEIGHBORHOOD','N','Resident of Riverdale Subdivision','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Riverside Health System Speakers Bureau','','RHS (Riverside Regional Medical Center)','','Provide speakers on healthcare topics to community groups at no charge.','','Ask-A-Nurse 595-6363 (24 hours a day)','989-8800','','500 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard','Newport News, VA','23601','','','','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','NA','','Call for more information','','','03/28/2006'),
  new Organization('Riverside Rehabilitation Institute Auxiliary','','RRI Auxiliary','Riverside Rehabilitation Institute','To assist hospital staff in providing quality care for patients.','','Lisa Jones or Ashleigh Pigford','928-8090','','245 Chesapeake Ave.','Newport News, VA','23607','2nd Thursday, every other month','Noon','Administration Board Room','','HEALTH/WELFARE SERVICE VOLUNTEERS','N','','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Road Back Foundation - Virginia Support Group','','Antibiotic Treatment for Rheumatic Diseases','','Educates patients with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, scleroderma & joint diseases that antibiotic therapy is inexpensive & successful.','','Mary Beth Enderson','757/826-6546','','34 Kenwood Dr.','Hampton, VA','23666','Saturdays','2:00-4:00 PM','Hampton Public Library','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Open to anyone with an interest in joint diseases','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Rolling Thunder Inc.','','','','Public awareness of the POW/MIA issue','','Terry Tranbarger','727/722-6423','','P.O. Box 14154','Newport News, VA','23608','1st Tuesday','7:00 pm','American Legion Post #25, Newport News','','HISTORY MILITARY','Y','Must be willing to participate','','','','','10/4/01'),
  new Organization('Rotary Club of Newport News','','','Rotary International','To provide service to the community','','Dr. Wayne D. Lett or Dr. W. W. Royall, Jr. 596-7379','591-4511','','Newport News Public Schools, 12465 Warwick Boulevard','Newport News, VA','23606','Tuesday','6:15 p.m.','Christopher Newport University','','SERVICE ROTARY','Y','Sponsorship by member of the business and professional leaders in the community.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Rotary Club of Yorktown, Virginia','','','Rotary International','Service organization.','','Bob E. Edwards','898-1412','','112 David\'s Way','Grafton, VA','23692','Wednesday','6:30 p.m.','Bill\'s Seafood Restaurant, Grafton','','ROTARY SERVICE','Y','NA','','Call/write for more information','','',''),
  new Organization('Rotary Club of the Virginia Peninsula','','Peninsula Rotary','Rotary International','Community & international service','','Gail Pearce','599-4460','Jacquelinegail@aol.com','P.O. Box 1772','Newport News, VA','23601','Wednesdays','12:15 p.m.','Hampton Holiday Inn','','SERVICE ROTARY','Y','Member sponsorship','','','','','7/15/2002'),
  new Organization('SHARE Hampton Roads','','SHARE','SHARE USA','To stretch food budgets & help everyone have enough food.','','Donald R. Lam 627-6599','1-800-253-7842','','1115 Tabb Street','Norfolk, VA','23504','','','','','SERVICE VOLUNTEERS','Y','For $13 in cash or food stamps, plus two hours of volunteer work, a participant can purchase a food package worth approximately $30.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('SHARE Mid-Atlantic','','SHARE','Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia, World SHARE','Self-help food program that encourages volunteer service','','Loretta C. Grant','595-2507','','1115 Tabb St.','Norfolk, VA','23504','','','','','SERVICE VOLUNTEERS','Y','','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Safehaven','','','VA Peninsula Shelter for Abused Children, Inc.','To provide emergency shelter for abused and neglected children.','','Donna Lyons, Tess Sarmiento','930-9409, 930-3611','','P.O. Box 12914','Newport News, VA','23612-2914','N/A','','','','YOUTH','N','Interest in protecting children from abuse and neglect.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Saint Andrews\'s Society of Williamsburg','','S.A.S.','','Preserve & Promote Scottish Culture','','Taylor C. Fraser, Jr. or P.O. Box 533, Williamsburg, VA 23187','851-5730','','206 Pine Grove Avenue','Hampton, VA','23669','','','','','INTERNATIONAL HISTORY','Y','Be of Scottish descent','','Write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Scots & Friends in Tidewater','','Scots & Friends','','To promote and encourage participation in Celtic events and to form friendships based on mutual enjoyment of Scottish culture.','','Anne Korff','596-6063','','32 Elm Avenue, Box 1612','Newport News, VA','23601','Sunday (quarterly)','2:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m.','St. Andrews Episcopal Church Hall','','INTERNATIONAL','Y','Interest in joining and participating.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Sentara Home Care Services','','Sentara Hospice Program','Sentara Enterprises','Offers quality hospice care to terminally ill persons, their families, and those affected by death and dying in the community. Advocates effectively for patient comfort, dignity & choice. Recognized as a leading resource in clinical, ethical and spiritual issues of dying and grief.','','Deborah Stephens-Williams','757/766-2600','','2713 Magruder Blvd., Suite G','Hampton, VA','23666-1572','Training scheduled throughout the year','','','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','Requires a one-hour orientation and 15 hours of training','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Sentara Living','','','Sentara CarePlex Hospital','Sentara Living is a FREE community health program designed to keep older adults healthy and active. ','','Peggy Croke','757-552-7599','mkcroke@sentara.com','','','','3rd Wednesday','10:00 AM','Conference room, Sentara Careplex Hospital','','','N','','','','','','04/27/2009'),
  new Organization('Sierra Club, York River Group','','','Sierra Club','Information & activities to promote environmental awareness','','Ann M. Moore','757/722-9785','','327 Brightwood Avenue','Hampton, VA','23661','3rd Wednesday','7:00 p.m.','Student Center, Christopher Newport University','','ENVIRONMENT','Y','Interest in environmental issues and/or outings.','','Fee for membership but meetings & events are open to all. Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Sigma Beta Xi Sorority, Inc - Xi Xi Chapter','SBX','','Sigma Beta Xi Sorority Inc','Promotes sisterhood, self improvement, community service and higher education on the Peninsula.','','Samantha Lambert and Rashana Wright','(757) 864-0703','xi_xi_sbx@yahoo.com','','','','','','','','EDUCATION; SERVICE','Y','We cater to mothers but motherhood is not required.','','See http://www.sigmabetaxi.com for more information.','','','04/17/2006'),
  new Organization('Small Business Development Center','','SBDC','Small Business Administration, Virginia Department of Business Assistance, Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce, Thomas Nelson Community College & a variety of local sponsors','Provides consulting and training at little or no cost to existing and startup small business ventures','','','865-3128','','600 Butler Farm Road, Rm. 1105B','Hampton, VA','23666','Call for more information','','','','BUSINESS','Y for some services, N for others','Small businesses','','','','','7/22/02'),
  new Organization('Sisters in Crime Mystery by the Sea','','','Sisters in Crime','A local chapter of the international mystery writing organization Sisters In Crime serving the southeastern VA & northeastern NC area.','','Donna Imprevento','','Daiwritenow@msn.com','','','','2nd Monday evening + occasional Saturday workshops','','Varies. Email for location.','','HOBBIES; WRITING','','Writers of both genders and all mystery genres and writing styles, regardless of where they aare in their journey towards publication.','http://www.sistersincrime.org or groups.hamptonroads.com/MBS','','','','4/30/07'),
  new Organization('Smocking Arts Guild of America - Colonial Cablers Chapter','','SAGA','Smocking Arts Guild of America (SAGA)','To preserve and foster the art of smocking and related needlework for future allages through education, communication and quality workmanship.','','Cathy Strock','249-1519','','12 Bradford Circle','Newport News, VA','23602','3rd Thursday','7:00 - 9:00 pm','Nancy\'s Calico Patch (Quilt & Smock), 21 Hidenwood Shopping Center, Newport News, VA 23606','','HOBBIES ARTS & CRAFTS','Y','Membership in National SAGA Guild is required to join local chapter.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Society for Creative Anachronisms','','SCA','Society for Creative Anachronisms, Inc.','To recreate and study medieval times.','','Janna Beaufait; Sunshine Gagan 244-8305','723-5699','','17 Kenneth Street','Hampton, VA','23666','','','','','HISTORY','Y','Open.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Society of Allied Weight Engineers - Hampton Roads Chapter','','S.A.W.E.','Society of Allied Weight Engineers','To promote recognition of mass properties engineering as a specialized discipline in the entire spectrum of professional engineering.','','Neal H. McCaskill','851-1855','','Ada M. Lester, 316 Riverside Drive','Hampton, VA','23669','','','','','PROFESSIONAL','Y','Open to all persons engaged in the profession of mass properties engineering or in work which contributes to its advancement.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Society of Manufacturing Engineers','','SME','','Education.','','David G. Lee, PhD CMfgE','220-4869','','200 Southpoint Drive','Williamsburg, VA','23185','2nd Wednesday','6:30 p.m.','Sam\'s Seafood, Phoebus','','PROFESSIONAL','Y','Anyone associated with manufacturing.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Society of the Alumni of the College of William and Mary','','W & M Society of the Alumni','Council for Advancement & Support of Education','Support & service to the College of William and Mary.','','W. Barry Adams','221-1166','','P.O. Box 2100','Williamsburg, VA','23187-2100','','','','','ALUMNI/ALUMNAE','N','At least one semester of attendance at the College of William and Mary.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('South Hampton Roads User Group','','SHRUG','','Direct, assist, help, train & encourage the use of computers.','','Robert Ayers','255-2304','','1464 Bridge Point Trail','Suffolk, VA','23432','2nd Saturday','10:00 a.m.','Tidewater Community College, Portsmouth Campus, Room 404','','COMPUTERS','Y','An interest in computers.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Southeast Community Day Association (See Eastend Community Association)','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','1/10/03'),
  new Organization('Southern Christian Leadership Conference, Hampton Roads Chapter','','SCLC','Southern Christian Leadership Conference','Advocates of civil rights; work to attain multicultural unity & understanding.','','Rev. Marcellus Harris','595-6613','','First Baptist Morrison, 12365 Warwick Blvd.','Newport News, VA','23602','One Monday a month','6:30 p.m.','Hampton Public Library','','CIVIL RIGHTS; AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Open.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Square Dance Information Line','','Big Mouth','','Disseminates Square Dance information','','N. Rothfuss','827-3380','','c/o Gene Hall, 39 Oxford Rd.','Newport News, VA','23606','','','','','DANCE HOBBIES','N','','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Square Edges Square and Round Dance Club','','Square Edges','Peninsula Square & Round Dance Assn., Newport News Parks & Recreation','Square and round dancing','','Gene Hall','595-2459','','39 Oxford Rd.','Newport News, VA','23606','1st, 3rd & 5th Saturdays','8:00-10:30 pm','Palmer Elementary School, Newport News','','DANCE HOBBIES','Y','Experienced, Plus Level Square Dancer','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Survivors of Suicide','','SOS','Catholic Charities of Hampton Roads','Provide support to those coping with the loss of someone who has successfully committed suicide.','','Tom Crossman','875-0060','','Catholic Charities, 12829 Jefferson Ave., Suite 101','Newport News, VA','23608-3057','3rd Tuesday','7:30 pm','Catholic Charities, Newport News','','HEALTH/WELFARE','N','','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Thomas Nelson Community College','','TNCC','','Speakers available on wide variety of topics. Free to non-profit organizations.','','Maritiza Davila','825-2725','','P.O. Box 9407','Hampton, VA','23670','','','','','SPEAKERS','N','N/A','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Tidemill Farms Machen Civic Association','','TMFMCA','','Provide principles of good citizenship, to improve and protect our neighborhood.','','Mary Mack','825-3647 (w)','','2 Michael St.','Hampton, VA','23666','3rd Monday Jan., Apr., Jul., Oct.','7:30 p.m.','Machen School, Hampton.','','NEIGHBORHOOD','Y','Residents of Tidemill Farms.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Tidewater AIDS Crisis Taskforce','','TACT','','To provide support and assistance to people living with HIV and AIDS, and anyone who is affected.','','Julie Donahue, Volunteer Coordinator','626-0127','','740 Duke Street, Suite 520','Norfolk, VA','23510','Monday-Friday','9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.','740 Duke Street, Suite 520, Norfolk','','HEALTH/WELFARE EDUCATION','N','Clients must have proof of HIV and diagnosis.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Tidewater Association for Hearing Impaired Children','','TAHIC','','Parents, families, friends & professionals sharing a goal to serve the best interests of hearing-impaired children of all ages.','','Susanna McKendree','722-6481','','1821 Old Donation Parkway #10','Virginia Beach, VA','23454','3rd Tuesday','6:30 pm','Call for more information','','HEALTH/WELFARE EDUCATION YOUTH','Y','','','The first year is free to any child newly diagnosed with deafness.','','',''),
  new Organization('Tidewater Chess Association','','Chess Club','United States Chess Federation','Promotes chess.','','Tom Burgess','898-6580','','203 School Ln.','Yorktown, VA','23692','Saturdays','9:30 am for kids, 10:30 am 16 & up.','CYA Learning Center, Fairway Shopping Plaza, Kiln Creek, Newport News','','CHESS HOBBIES GAMES','N','','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Tidewater Dance Theatre, Inc.','','','','Provide a showcase for local talent & provide family-type entertainment for the community.','','Elizabeth Evans','766-3566','','2513 W. Mercury Boulevard','Hampton, VA','23666','Saturdays','','12541 Warwick Blvd., Newport News','','DANCE','Y','Minimum age 12; must pass dance audition.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Tidewater Division Model Railroad Association','','Division Four','National Model Railroad Association','Educational - support the hobby of all scales of model railroading.','','Skip Metcalf','421-7964','','Norm Garner, 2104 St. Brides Road, West','Chesapeake, VA','23322','','','','','HOBBIES COLLECTING','Y','Open.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Tidewater Friends of Folk Music','','TFFM','Folk Alliance, Cultural Alliance of Greater Hampton Roads','Formed to advance, preserve & promote traditional and contemporary folk music in the Greater Hampton Roads community.','','Susan Lawler','626-3655','','P.O. Box 9606','Norfolk, VA','23505','','','','','MUSIC HISTORY','N','','','e-mail: tffm@juno.com','','',''),
  new Organization('Tidewater Genealogical Society','','Hugh S. Watson Genealogical Society of Tidewater; TGS','','Instruct in methods of research, documentation and recording of genealogies.','','William B. Hankins, Jr.','220-0618','','P.O. Box 7650','Hampton, VA','23666','Call for more information or see announcement in newspaper','','','','GENEALOGY','Y','Interest in genealogy','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Tidewater German American Society','','TGAS','','To promote German culture and heritage.','','Brian Cooley','591-2608','','Tidewater German-American Society, P.O. Box 7492','Hampton, VA','23666','3rd Saturday','7:30 p.m.','St. Andrews Episcopal Church Hall, Main St., Newport News','','INTERNATIONAL','Y','Open.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Tidewater Mothers of Multiples Club','','TMOMC','','To teach and help mothers of multiples cope with the added stress of raising multiple birth children','','Pam Schrieber, President','548-8642','','1208 Smokey Mountain Trail','Chesapeake, VA','23320','2nd Tuesday of every month','7:30 p.m.','Sentara Bayside Hospital Cafeteria, Virginia Beach','','PARENTING WOMEN','Y','Must be mother, adoptive mother, legal guardian, or grandmother of multiple birth children.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Tidewater Oyster Gardeners Association','','TOGA','','We are a a group of people interested in growing oysters for fun, for delicious food, and to help restore the health of the Chesapeake Bay.','','','(804) 694-4407','','8218 Hell Neck Road','Gloucester, VA','23061','','','','','CHESAPEAKE BAY; OYSTERS','Y','','hellneck@earthlink.net','','','',''),
  new Organization('Tidewater Tuskegee University Alumni Club','','Tuskegee Alumni Club','','Community Service, scholarships, and support of Tuskegee University','','Remus C. Rhodes, III','757/850-1097','','P.O. Box 7691','Hampton, VA','23666','2nd Sunday of Sep., Oct., Dec., Feb., Apr., Jun., Jul.','4:00 PM','Varies - call for location.','','','Y','Tuskegee Alum or Friend of Tuskegee','','','','','01/19/2006'),
  new Organization('Tidewater Users Group','','TUG','','Educate members about and exchange information on MS DOS micro computers.','','Shirley Thode','467-6779 (H)','','P.O. Box 2453','Virginia Beach, VA','23450','1st Saturday of each month','10:00 a.m.','April-June Virginia Beach Central Library Auditorium','','COMPUTERS','Y','Interest in microcomputers.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Tidewater Writers Association, Inc.','','TWA','','Encourage writers whether professional or amateur through readings & critiques.','','Joan Charles','851-4178','','101 Madrid Drive','Hampton, VA','23669','2nd Sunday','2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.','Hampton Public Library','','PROFESSIONAL','Y','Interest in writing.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Toastmasters - Cavalier','','Toastmasters Club #596','Toastmasters International','Help members become more proficient in public speaking','','Wade Miner','988-8609','','','','','1st & 4th Tuesdays','7:00 PM','Northampton Branch, Hampton Public Library, 936 Big Bethel Rd., Hampton','','EDUCATION, TOASTMASTERS, PUBLIC SPEAKING','Y','Open. Must join both Toastmasters International & local club','','','','','3/10/03'),
  new Organization('Toastmasters - Peninsula','','Toastmasters Club #2619','Toastmasters International','Help members become more proficient in public speaking','','','269-2707','','','','','2nd & 4th Wednesday','7:00 PM','Sentara Careplex, 3000 Coliseum Dr., Hampton','','EDUCATION, TOASTMASTERS, PUBLIC SPEAKING','Y','Open. Must join both Toastmasters International & local club','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Toastmasters - NASA Langley','','Toastmasters Club #3184','Toastmasters International','Help members become more proficient in public speaking','','','850-3174','','','','','2nd & 4th Wednesday','11:30 AM','Sentara Careplex, 3000 Coliseum Dr., Hampton','','EDUCATION, TOASTMASTERS, PUBLIC SPEAKING','Y','Open. Must join both Toastmasters International & local club','','','','','8/2/01'),
  new Organization('Toastmasters Peninsula Club #2619','','','Toastmasters International','Education and training','','Bob Miserentino','757/838-1067','','38 Brookfield Dr.','Hampton, VA','23666-3545','1st & 3rd Wednesday','7:00 pm','Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Bldg., Butler Farm Road','','EDUCATION; TOASTMASTERS','Y','','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Torch Club of Hampton Roads','','','International Association of Torch Clubs, Inc.','Communication among professionals both informally & by prepared talks on matters of general or professional interests.','','John J. Wood','599-6943','','266 Shoe Lane','Newport News, VA','23606','2nd Thurdsay','6:30 p.m.','Warwick Yacht & Country Club, 400 Maxwell Lane, Newport News','','PROFESSIONAL','Y','Cultural and professional interests.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Transitions Family Violence Services','','Transitions','','Provide services for victims of domestic violence and abuse; educate the community about domestic violence','','Jenny Scherer or Linda Adolph','728-0025','','P.O. Box 561','Hampton, VA','23669','','','','','SERVICE; HEALTH/WELFARE; VOLUNTEERS','N','Open.','','Call/write for more information.','','','7/24/2002'),
  new Organization('Triangle Squares Square and Round Dance Club','','Triangle Squares','Peninsula Square and Round Dance Association','Provide low-cost, safe and friendly entertainment for singles, couples and families','','David or Kim Kurtz','804/693-0851','','4834 Clopton Dr.','Hayes, VA','23072','2nd & 4th Saturday','7:30-10:30 pm','Abingdon Elementary School, Hayes, VA','','DANCE; HOBBIES','Y','Completion of basic lessons in square or round dancing','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Tuskegee Airmen Inc., Tidewater Chapter','','TAI','Tuskegee Airmen Inc.','Continues the legacy of the famed Tuskegee Airmen, the thousands of men and women who served our country during World World II and beyond in the 99th, 100th, 301st, and 302nd Fighter Squadrons, comprising the 332nd Fighter Group and the 477th Bombardment Group. We tell the story of the Tuskegee Airmen, and encourage our youth to pursue technical careers.','','Yolanda L. Hinton','757-864-4950','','P. O. Box 65605.','Langley AFB, VA','23665','Wednesday','6:00 pm','Ruppert Sargent Building, 1 Franklin St. Hampton VA','','HISTORY; HOBBIES; AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Open to all','','','','','1/4/05'),
  new Organization('U. S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps','','Tophatters Squadron','Navy League','Encourages and helps American youth to develop interest and skill in basic seamanship & its naval adaptations, to train in seagoing skills, teach patriotism, courage, self-reliance, and kindred values.','','Ens. Mary Allen NSCC','757/587-1067','','PO Box 9835','Norfolk, VA','23503','One weekend monthly','6:00 pm Friday - 4:00 pm Sunday','Naval Base, Norfolk','','YOUTH; BOATING MILITARY/VETERANS','Y','Children ages 1-17 & adult volunteers','','','','',''),
  new Organization('USO of Hampton Roads','','','USO World, Inc.','Provides entertainment, referral & social services to all active duty military & disabled veterans.','','Frank McCrane','827-1063, 838-8768','','P. O. Box 7250','Hampton, VA','23666','','','','','MILITARY/VETERANS','N','Active duty','','Call/write for more information','','',''),
  new Organization('United Jewish Community of Virginia Peninsula, Inc.','','UJC/JCC','Council of Jewish Federations','Social welfare of the Jewish community.','','Rodney Margolis','930-1422','','2700 Spring Road','Newport News, VA','23606','3rd Thursday (Board of Directors)','7:30 p.m.','Jewish Community Center, Newport News','','SERVICE; RELIGION','Y','Open.','','Fees required for Jewish Community Center only.','','',''),
  new Organization('United Nations Association of the Peninsula','','UNA','United Nations Association, USA','Builds public support for constructive U.S. leadership in a more effective United Nations','','Jane Folkhausen','851-5517','','8 Buckroe Ave.','Hampton, VA','23664','Varies','6:30 pm','Christopher Newport University','','INTERNATIONAL; POLITICAL','Y','Open.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('United States Air Force Heritage of America Band','','USAF Heritage of America Band','United States Air Force','Public Service Broadcasting, recruiting, educational activities, troop morale & retention.','','SSgt. Michael P. Marshall','764-2931','','84 Hickory Street, Suite 200','Langley AFB, VA','23665-2931','Call or write for more information.','','','','MUSIC MILITARY/VETERANS','N','','','','','',''),
  new Organization('United Way of the Virginia Peninsula','','','Thousand Points of Light Foundation','Free, year-round speakers bureau service. Offers speakers on hot topics, educational training, sensitive issues management, etc.','','Patti Mantey','873-9328','','7	39 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 400','Newport News, VA','23606','','','','','SPEAKERS','N','','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Association of Temporary Services, Tidewater Chapter','','TATS','National Association of Temporary Services','Bring credibility to industry; serve as information group; uphold standards & provide support.','','Robin Harnish','873-8777','','728 E Thimble Shoals Boulevard','Newport News, VA','23606','Second Tuesday, Feb., Apr., June, Aug., Oct., Dec.','Varies','Varies - usually lunch meetings','','PROFESSIONAL','Y','Temporary help supplier or related vendor/interests.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Choral Society','','VCS','','Promotion & presentation of quality choral music throughout Hampton Roads.','','Marsha Six','851-9114','','P.O. Box 1131','Newport News, VA','23601','Monday','7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.','Trinity Lutheran Church, 6812 River Road, Newport News','','MUSIC','Y','By audition.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Cooperative Extension Service - York County','','York Extension','','Education.','','James M. Orband','890-3730','','301 Main Street, P.O. Box 532','Yorktown, VA','23690-0532','','','','','EDUCATION; YOUTH; GARDENING','NA','NA','','Call/write for information on services.','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Cooperative Extension Service - Hampton Office','','Hampton Extension','','Provide educational information & programs in horticulture, home economics (financial counseling, money management, nutrition) & 4-H youth development. Educational pamphlets & soil testing kits available.','','Karen Lucas','727-1401','','26 W. Queens Way','Hampton, VA','23669','','','','','EDUCATION; YOUTH; GARDENING','NA','NA','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Cooperative Extension, Newport News Unit Office','','','Virginia Polytechnic & State University and Virginia State University','Education. To provide research-based information from the Land-Grant Colleges to citizens, businesses and government agencies.','','William Dimock','591-4838','','12388 Warwick Blvd., Ste. 307','Newport News, VA','23606-3850','','','','','EDUCATION YOUTH','NA','NA','','Call/write for information on services.','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Greenhouse Society','','VGS','Hobby Greenhouse Association','Provide information and expertise to help members acquire and successfully maintain greenhouses. To educate members on all aspects of the culture and appreciation of greenhouse plants.','','Bob Weston','868-6720','','34 Poquoson River Dr.','Poquoson, VA','23662','Second Sunday of each month.','2:00 P.M.','McDonald Garden Center, Education Room, 1139 W. Pembroke Avenue; Hampton, VA','','ENVIRONMENT; HOBBIES; GARDENING','Y','Interest in greenhouses; invitation of VGS Executive Board.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Living Museum','','VLM','AAM, PMF, SEMC, ASTC','Combination of science museum, native wildlife park, aquarium and planetarium, and educational institution.','','Gloria Lombardi','595-1900 x23','webmaster@valivingmuseum.org','524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd.','Newport News, VA','23601','Open daily','','','','ANIMALS; ENVIRONMENT','Y','Open','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council','','VMSDC','National Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc.','Promote economic opportunities for minority owned businesses.','','Wendell Braxton','627-8471','','500 E. Main St., Ste. 103','Norfolk, VA','23510-2622','3rd Thursday','8:30 a.m.','Location varies','','BUSINESS','Y','Open to minority business owners & corporate members.','','Call/write for more information.','','','1/13/03'),
  new Organization('Virginia One Church One Child','','VA.OCOC','','Recruit families to adopt the waiting children of Virginia. Non-profit organization offers free adoption services.','','Michele Riddick-Battle','757/928-0577','','377 Hobson Ave.','Hampton, VA','23661','One Saturday/month. See http://www.hamptonpubliclibrary.org/calendar.html for specific date','11:15 a.m.','Hampton Main Library, 4207 Victoria Blvd.','','FAMILY; CHILDREN; YOUTH','N','Monthly meeting is open to all interested in adoption.','','Call/write for more information.','','','3/29/07'),
  new Organization('Virginia Organizing Project, Hampton Roads Chapter','','VOPC','','Statewide grassroots organization dedicated to challenging injustice by empowering people in local communities to address issues that affect the quality of their lives.','','Jay Johnson','380-1242','','703 Concord Ave.','Charlottesville, VA','22903-5208','Flexible','Flexible','Varies','','COMMUNITY','N','Open','','Call/write for more information.','','','9/9/03'),
  new Organization('Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors','','VPAR','National Association of Realtors','Professional organization representing all aspects of the regional real estate industry.','','Rebecca Altemus','599-5222','','764 McGuire Place','Newport News, VA','23607','','','','','PROFESSIONAL','Y','Valid real estate license and application.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce','','','','Business association to improve the economic environment of the Peninsula of Virginia','','Clyde R. Hoey II','766-2000','','P.O. Box 7269','Hampton, VA','23666-0269','','','6 Manhattan Square, Suite 100','','BUSINESS','Y','Business','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Peninsula Chapter','','','American Needlepoint Guild','Dedicated to the enhancement of needlepoint skills','','Carol Goodwin','757/599-3660','','302 Central Parkway','Newport News, VA','23606','4th Monday','','','','CRAFTS, HOBBIES','Y','Interest in needlepoint','','We conduct educational workshops, have monthly stitch-related programs, hold classes led by local and national instructors, and participate in community service projects.','','','8/8/2002'),
  new Organization('Virginia Peninsula Economic Development Council','','VPEDC','','Bring new industry to the Peninsula and to provide the support these & existing businesses need to help them thrive and grow.','','Margo Lloyd','826-3327','','21 Enterprise Parkway','Newport News, VA','23666','3rd Monday (Exec. Committee); 3rd Tuesday (Board of Directors)','','Executive Committee meets at VPEDC Office; Board of Directors - meeting location varies.','','BUSINESS','Y','Open.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Peninsula Unit, National Association of Parliamentarians','','VSAP','National Association of Parliamentarians','Study of Parliamentary law.','','Mrs. George Wiatt','877-9447','','Erika Page, 3 Charlton Drive','Hampton, VA','23666','','','','','PROFESSIONAL','Y','Vote of majority of those present and voting.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Peninsulas Public Service Authority','','VPPSA','Political subdivision of the State of Virginia','Solid waste management for 11 communities on Lower and Middle Peninsulas.','','Gayle Bangert','728-2062','','2 Eaton Street, Suite 502','Hampton, VA','23669','1st Friday','10:00 a.m.','Varies','','BUSINESS; GOVERNMENT','Y','Community must request membership & the Board must approve application.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Rowing Club, Inc.','','','U. S. Rowing Association','Rows on the Hampton River three times a week in summer and on Saturdays in winter. Members enjoy a vigorous outdoor team sport that exercises the whole body without punishing knees and backs. Four- and eight-man shells require teamwork and precision. Team spirit leads to strong bonds of friendship.','','Bob Howard','723-0364 eves., 722-7401 days.','','4106 Chesapeake Ave.','Hampton, VA','23669','Call for more information.','','','','SPORTS','Y','','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Society for Black Historical and Genealogical Research','','VSBH&GR','','Provides means of cooperation in promotion of genealogical research & preservation of history.','','Selma Stewart, President','874-2312','','PO Box 2448','Newport News, VA','23609-2448','2nd Thursday','7:00 p.m.','Hampton Public Library, 4207 Victoria Blvd., Hampton','','GENEALOGY; HISTORY; AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Open; Of special interest to African-Americans','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Society for Human Life, Peninsula Chapter','','V.S.H.L.','National Right to Life','Educate the public on the human life issues of abortion, infanticide & euthanasia; work for legislative changes; help women find alternatives to abortion.','','Loretta Darnell','826-3702','','P.O. Box 1333','Hampton, VA','23661-0333','1st Tuesday','7:00 pm','Calvary Reformed Presbyterian Church, 403 Whealton Rd., Hampton, VA 23661','','EDUCATION; POLITICAL; HEALTH/WELFARE','Y','Open.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginia Tech Seafood Research and Extension Center','','','Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University','Seafood research for the seafood industry. Extension services for seafood information for the general public','','Gayle Jameson','727-4861','','P.O. Box 369','Hampton, VA','23669','','','','','EDUCATION; SPEAKERS; ENVIRONMENT','N','NA','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Virginians Opposing Drunk Driving','','V.O.D.D.','National R.I.D. (Remove Intoxicated Drivers)','To educate public on dangers of drinking & driving; to support and peer counsel victims & relatives in coping with emotional trauma and the court system.','','Lillian DeVenny','464-6827','','P.O. Box 62302','Virginia Beach, VA','23462','Next to last Tuesday of month','7:00 p.m.',' "ASAP " Building, 5163 Cleveland St., Virginia Beach','','HEALTH/WELFARE; POLITICAL','Y','Open. Victims/active volunteers free.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Volunteer Center, The','','','Points of Light Foundation','To mobilize people and resources to offer creative solutions to community problems.','','Carolyn W. Kincaid','757/262-0190; 757/262-0725 FAX','','2210-B Executive Dr.','Hampton, VA','23666','','','','','SERVICE; VOLUNTEERS','N','Open.','www.volunteerpeninsula.org','Call/write for more information. TVCNNVA@attglobal.net','','','1/13/03'),
  new Organization('Walkers Landing Homes Association','','','','Homeowners association','','Iva J. Wallace','850-1747','','P.O. Box 148','Hampton, VA','23669','2nd Tuesday','7:00 p.m.','Willow Oaks Branch Library, Hampton','','NEIGHBORHOOD','Y','Ownership of property within Walkers Landing.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Warwick Moose Lodge #1711','','Loyal Order of Moose','Loyal Order of Moose','Promote community programs & youth development activities; help elderly people in the community.','','M. J. Zimmerman','930-1167','','122 Turlington Road','Newport News, VA','23606','Monday','8:00 p.m.','122 Turlington Road, Newport News','','SERVICE; SENIOR CITIZENS; YOUTH','Y','21 Years or older; must be sponsored.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Watermen\'s Museum','','','','To preserve, study & display information on Virginia watermen, and to share their unique heritage and special skills through exhibits and programs.','','George Zavodnick','887-2641','','309 Water Street, P.O. Box 519','Yorktown, VA','23690','','','','','HISTORY','Y','Open.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Well Spouse Foundation','','WSF; Well Spouse','Well Spouse Foundation','Provides support and information for well spouses of chronically ill individuals','','Don Crawford','757/888-8638','','168F Shady Terrace','Newport News, VA','23608','2nd & 4th Saturdays','10:00 - Noon','12515 Warwick Blvd., Ste. 300, Newport News','','HEALTH/WELFARE','Y','Spouse, partner or significant other of a chronically ill person','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Weyanoke Association for Red-Black History & Culture','','Weyanoke Association','','A body of interested people, primarily of Native American and African - or as we prefer, Red-Black  descent, dedicated to acquiring and promoting a greater understanding and appreciation of our ancestry.','','Anita or Hugh Harrell, III','804/307-8807','weyanoke@weyanoke.org','P.O. Box 121','Charles City, VA','23030','Saturdays as scheduled; programs throughout the year. Coming Together, 2nd Saturday in August, Charles City','3:00-5:00 PM','Varies; usually Hampton','','HISTORY, GENEALOGY, AFRICAN AMERICAN, NATIVE AMERICAN','Donations accepted; IRS 501(C)(3) organization','Open','www.weyanoke.org','','','','4/8/05'),
  new Organization('Williamsburg Heritage Dancers','','','Country Dance & Song Society of America','We dance historical  "country dances " of old England & colonial America ca. 1500-1800. We also have a costumed performance group for hire.','','J. F. Millar','229-1775','','710 South Henry Street','Williamsburg, VA','23185','Tuesday','8:00-10:00 pm','710 South Henry Street, Williamsburg','','DANCE; HISTORY','Y','Open.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Williamsburg Historic Records Association','','WHRA','','WHRA collects & preserves 18th & 19th Century records pertaining to Williamsburg & adjoining counties. Records are placed in the William & Mary Library.','','Dr. Susan H. Godson','229-0905','','P.O. Box 1708','Williamsburg, VA','23187','Once a year, usually on a Sunday in April.','3:00 p.m.','','','HISTORY','Y','An interest in local history.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Williamsburg Iris Society','','WIS','American Iris Society','Education; promote hobby of iris culture.','','Nelda Pressly','220-1858','','111 W. Kingswood Drive','Williamsburg, VA','23185','2nd Saturday','2:00 p.m.','Williamsburg Regional Library','','GARDENING; HOBBIES','Y','Open.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Williamsburg Land Conservancy','','WLC','Land Trust Alliance','Protection & preservation of natural, scenic and historic resources within the James and York Rivers Watersheds.','','Deanna Sampson','565-0343','','P.O. Box 2000','Williamsburg, VA','23187','','','','','ENVIRONMENT','Y','','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Williamsburg Rose and Thistle, Embroiderer\'s Guild of America','','','Embroiderer\'s Guild of America','Foster high standards of design, color & workmanship in embroidery; to teach the embroidery arts & to preserve our national needle arts heritage.','','Donna Natole','229-0719','','539 Thomas Bransby','Williamsburg, VA','23185','2nd Tuesday, Sept. - June','10:00 a.m.','Williamsburg Soap & Candle Factory, Needlecraft Corner','','ARTS & CRAFTS','Y','Open.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Williamsburg Spinners and Weavers Guild','','WSWG','Handweaver\'s Guild of America, Inc.','To develop interest in the art of spinning and weaving through meetings, classes, seminars and exhibitions of handwork.','','Pam Franck','220-4968','','104 Exeter Court','Williamsburg, VA','23185','3rd Monday','10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.','James City County Human Services Bldg., Olde Towne Road','','ARTS & CRAFTS; HOBBIES','Y','Interest in spinning and weaving.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Williamsburg Tennis Association','','WTA','United States Tennis Association','Tennis league. Play spring and fall.','','Shirley Williams','253-7867','','3301 Ash Avenue','Williamsburg, VA','23185','','','','','SPORTS','Y','Open.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Woman\'s Club of Hampton','','','General Federation of Woman\'s Clubs','Service organization promoting education, fine arts and welfare.','','Jean Bassett','851-4499','','218 Shifting Log Rd.','Hampton, VA','23669','2nd Friday, Sep.-May','2:00 pm','Club House, Armistead & Columbia, Hampton','','SERVICE; WOMEN','Y','Open','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Woman\'s Club of Newport News','','The Woman\'s Club','General Federation of Woman\'s Clubs Virginia Association of Woman\'s Clubs','Addresses the diverse needs of the community through education, art, legislation, home life, public & international affairs and conservation','','Dorothy M. Tolbert','595-3130','','461 J. Clyde Morris Blvd.','Newport News, VA','23601','Varies','','Meet at above address','','WOMEN; SERVICE','Y','Civic-minded women','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Women of Many Blessings','','WOMB','','Support group for single mothers','','Mrs. Sarah R. Berry','766-2733','womb4all@yahoo.com','104 Santa Clara Drive, Ste. 100','Hampton, VA','23666','Saturday, alternate months','2:00 pm','Mail Library, 4207 Victoria Blvd., Hampton','','WOMEN; PARENTING','Y','Single mothers','','','1st meeting 1/15/2005. Call or email for more information.','','1/6/05'),
  new Organization('Women Veterans of America - Chapter #3','','WVA#3','Women Veterans of America','Provides information and support to women veterans. Acts as liaison between women veterans and proper governmental sources of help. Focuses on health care needs of women veterans who use Department of Veteran Affairs Medical Centers.','','Patricia McDonald','872-0843','','5 Shore Park Dr.','Newport News, VA','23602','2nd Wednesday','7:00 pm','VFW Post 176, Forrest St., Newport News, VA 23606','','MILITARY/VETERANS WOMEN','Y','Proof of eligibility (DD214 or equivalent)','','','','',''),
  new Organization('World Affairs Council of Greater Hampton Roads','','WAC','National World Affairs Council','Promotes international understanding.','','Erika G. Page','838-0954','','3 Charlton Drive','Hampton, VA','23666','','','','','INTERNATIONAL','Y','Open.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Wythe-Phenix Improvement Association, Inc.','','','','To improve the quality of life within the Wythe and Phenix communities.','','Andre V. McCloud','247-6758','','2302 Laguard Dr.','Hampton, VA','23661','2nd Tuesday of Jan., Mar., May, July, Sept., Nov.','7:00 pm','St. Rose of Lima Recreation Bldg.','','NEIGHBORHOOD','Y','All residents of Wythe or Phenix','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Wythe Coalition','','','','Neighborhood association','','Hazel Nazareth','723-7893','','2625 Winona Dr.','Hampton, VA','23661','','','','','NEIGHBORHOOD','NA','','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Y. H. Thomas Jr. High School Alumni Association, Inc.','','','Y. H. Thomas Community Center','Maintains support of the YHT Community Center, the Scholarship Foundation, the After School Educational Program, and the Kids Cafe.','','Sheila M. Williams','881-0803 or 727-1200','','P. O. Box 69081','Hampton, VA','23669','Quarterly','','Y. H. Thomas Community Center (formerly Y. H. Thomas Jr. High School)','','ALUMNI/ALUMNAE; HISTORY; AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Y. H. Thomas or Mary S. Peake alumni','','','','','08/17/2001'),
  new Organization('York County Historical Committee','','','York County Board of Supervisors','Initiate appropriate actions to document, celebrate and perpetuate York County\'s historical importance. Keep alive historical traditions of York County, Virginia and American heritage.','','Bonnie Karwac','898-3727','','P.O. Box 1345','Yorktown, VA','23692','3rd Thursday','7:00 p.m.','York County Conference Room, Health & Human Services Bldg., Goodwin Neck Road','','HISTORY','N','Must be appointed by County Board of Supervisors from Board Bank applications.','','http://www.co.york.va.us/ychc/index.html (Call or write for more information)','','',''),
  new Organization('York Lions Club','','','Lions Club International','Service to visually & hearing impaired; diabetes awareness, drug education in public schools, etc.','','Pat Fisher','898-9448','','2117 Lakeside Drive','Grafton, VA','23692','2nd & 4th Tuesday','6:30 p.m.','Mulberry Inn (across from Fort Eustis), Newport News','','SERVICE; LIONS','Y','By invitation.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('York River Orchestra','','','','Provides a musical outlet for non-professional musicians through weekly rehearsals and 5 - 6 concerts per year.','','Anne R. Davis','867-8087','','P.O. Box 182','Yorktown, VA','23690','Monday','7:00 pm','Bethel Baptist Church','','MUSIC; ARTS','Y','','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Yorktown Arts Foundation','','On the Hill Cultural Arts Center','Gallery On The Green','Cultural arts & cultural arts education organization for Yorktown & surrounding communities.','','Kathy Gay','898-3076','','P. O. Box 244','Yorktown, VA','23690','','','','','ARTS','Y','','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Young Audiences of Virginia, Inc.','','YAV','Young Audiences, Inc.','Sponsors arts-in-education programs for children.','','Teresa Block','466-7555','','#11 Interstate Corporate Center, Suite 239','Norfolk, VA','23502','','','','','ARTS; EDUCATION; YOUTH; CHILDREN','N','Volunteers and active board members are welcome.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Youth Challenge Men\'s Home','','','','Residential program for troubled young men in need of counseling, detoxification, and/or rehabilitation.','','Susan Simpson','244-6024','','P.O. Box 543','Newport News, VA','23607','','','','','HEALTH/WELFARE; SERVICE; YOUTH','$1050/year.','Age 18 & above; drug & alcohol problem.','','Call/write for more information.','','',''),
  new Organization('Youth Challenge Women\'s Home','','','','Residential program for troubled young women in need of counseling, detoxification, and/or rehabilitation','','Melissa Cribbs','244-8554','','P.O. Box 543','Newport News, VA','23607','N/A','N/A','Residential','','HEALTH/WELFARE; WOMEN','N','18 and above; drug and/or alcohol problem.','','','','',''),
  new Organization('YWCA Virginia Peninsula','','YWCA','YWCA','Works to empower women and girls, and to eliminate racism','','Marian Carrington ','757-245-6026','','P.O. Box 736','Newport News, VA','23607','Monday - Friday','10:00 AM - 5:00 PM','2702 Orcutt Ave., Newport News','','SERVICE; YOUTH; WOMEN','Y','women and girls','www.ywca.org/virginiapeninsula ','','','','02/10/09'),
  new Organization('Zem court #98 Daughters of Isis','','Zem #98','Imperial Court Daughters of Isis','Non-profit international, benevolent, charitable and fraternal organization of women dedicated to community service, education of our youth, health awareness.','','Ellen Stewart','766-0168','','238 Rip Rap Road','Hampton, VA','23669','4th Sunday monthly','4:00 p.m.','Zem Temple #122, Hampton','','SORORITIES; SERVICE; AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','Grandfather, husband, father, son, or uncle must be  member of Nobles of the AEAONMS','','','','',''),
  new Organization('Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Omicron Xi Zeta Chapter','','Williamsburg Zetas','Zeta Phi Beta Sorority ','Scholarship, service, sisterly love, finer womanhood','','Candice Baldwin, President','508-7769','','P.O. Box 1207','Williamsburg, VA','23522','2nd Sunday monthly','4:30 p.m.','','','SORORITIES; SERVICE; AFRICAN AMERICAN','Y','By invitation or transfer of membership; undergraduate.','','','','','')
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