Category: What’s New @ UMW

Tornadoes in Virginia have struck in every month of the year and in every part of the state. It’s critical that state employees and their families know what to do and where to go in case of a tornado warning.

This year, Tornado Preparedness Day in Virginia is Tuesday, March 15. At 9:45 a.m., the Statewide Tornado Drill will be held so that schools, businesses and families can practice their tornado emergency plans.

Learn about your agency’s tornado plan and encourage your fellow employees to participate in the drill. Detailed steps about conducting a tornado drill are available on the Virginia Department of Emergency Management’s website at www.vaemergency.com.

Also, please be sure that your family knows what to do and where to go at home during a tornado. Every family needs an emergency plan (for more, see www.ReadyVirginia.gov.

The statewide tornado drill is an annual effort of the Virginia Department of Emergency Management and the National Weather Service.

Pruning Workshop
Sunday, March 20, 2 p.m.

Beate Jensen, Building and Grounds Preservation Supervisor, will demonstrate how to take care of small trees, flowering shrubs, and boxwood. A classroom presentation will cover proper pruning techniques and the tools of the trade. An outdoor demonstration will follow. Sponsored by Roxbury Farm & Garden Center.
Free

Questions? Call 540/654-10105

“In Search of the Real Gari Melchers: The Art Market, EBay, and the Craft of the Forger”
Sunday, March 6, 2 p.m.

So you want to buy a Melchers or just learn more about where Gari Melchers’ work stands in today’s art market? Belmont Curator Joanna Catron will present a fascinating illustrated primer on how to make the most informed decision.
Free

540.654.1015

“Out of Print celebrates the world’s great stories through fashion. Our shirts feature iconic and often out of print book covers. Some are classics, some are just curious enough to make great t-shirts, but all are striking works of art.

For each shirt we sell, one book is donated to a community in need through our partner Books For Africa.”