October 2025 Edition – CPRV Community Newsletter
CPRV kicks off spooky season with community spirit, September updates, upcoming meetings, special election, Happy Hour, and Art Walk fun this fall!
NORFOLK, VA – High gas prices, rising food costs and increased living expenses are putting the squeeze on household budgets everywhere. Norfolk Animal Care & Adoption Center (NACC) doesn’t want residents to struggle to feed their pets. Thanks to the Friends of Norfolk Animal Care Center’s (FNACC) Pet Pantry, NACC can provide that lifeline to families facing hardship. Now, with the help of Norfolk Public Library, the Pet Pantry program is expanding to make it easier and more accessible by bringing resources right into the community.
Once a month, NACC’s Waggin’ Wheels Mobile Pet Pantry will bring free pet food, resources, and engagement opportunities to a different Norfolk Public Library anchor branch. FNACC is funding the new initiative.
The first Pet Pantry stop is on April 8 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch Library at Broad Creek.
Waggin’ Wheel’s Mobile Pet Pantry will stop at the following locations and dates, from noon to 2 p.m.:
April 8, May 13, July 8, October 14
Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch Library at Broad Creek
1425 Norchester Ave.
June 10, September 9, December 9
Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch Library
111 W. Ocean View Ave.
August 12 and November 12
Richard A. Tucker Memorial Library
2350 Berkley Ave. Ext.
Any Norfolk resident can access the mobile pet pantry – just look for NACC’s Waggin’ Wheels. And don’t forget to bring your library card or sign up for one while visiting the mobile pet pantry.
Click for more information about FNACC’s Pet Pantry. Meet adoptable pets, find out about foster and volunteer opportunities and more by visiting www.norfolk.gov/nacc and connecting on social media @norfolkanimals.
CPRV kicks off spooky season with community spirit, September updates, upcoming meetings, special election, Happy Hour, and Art Walk fun this fall!
This month we gather at Maker’s Craft Brewery (5104 Colley Ave, Norfolk) on Wednesday, October 15th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. See you there!
* This is a 21+ Event and each participant is responsible for their own tab.
Our September Community Happy Hour at Elation Brewing was a fantastic success! CPRV neighbors enjoyed lively conversation, delicious pizza, and local brews, making new connections and celebrating a great local business.
On September 6th, the Colonial Place Riverview (CPRV) Civic League held its first-ever community yard sale, with over 27 residents participating. The event not only helped neighbors clear out their attics, but also raised much-needed funds for the civic league and sparked a welcome increase in membership.
Join us for the 24th Annual CPRV Front Porch Art Walk on Sun, Oct 12 from 12–5pm! Stay tuned for artist details & event map. Info: Shirley Cooper (757) 575-4547 • CPRVFPAW@gmail.com.
Mulch Day is October 4 at the CPRV Dog Park! 11 tons of mulch, quick work with volunteers—prep starts early October. Rain date: Oct. 18.