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.
This month’s CPRV newsletter kicks off in January 2026 with reflections on recent neighborhood wins, a look ahead to upcoming projects and events, highlights from community gatherings, updates on the Mayflower shoreline path, and features celebrating the people, pets, and shared efforts shaping our neighborhood’s next chapter together.
Join us for another amazing community Happy Hour Hangout, this time at Fellini’s (3910 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508).
We can’t wait to see you there, and we love being your neighbor.
THIS IS A 21* EVENT, AND EACH PARTICIPANT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN TAB.
This month’s CPRV newsletter recaps November’s community highlights, celebrates new board leadership, spotlights the 2026 Pets of CPRV Calendar, and shares updates on the Mayflower shoreline path, upcoming events, holiday gatherings, contests, and more—all the ways our neighborhood continues to grow, connect, and thrive.
Preorder Your 2026 Pets of CPRV Calendar Today! Each $20 preorder includes an 11×17 spiral-bound calendar and covers 2026 civic league dues for one CPRV resident. Every single pet made the cover 🤩 — and each one is featured again inside! Get to know the beloved dogs, cats, hamsters, turtles, and lizards of CPRV, and maybe even spark a few new conversations with the neighbors who walk, cuddle, and care for them.
Join us for another amazing community Happy Hour Hangout, this time at Fellini’s (3910 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508).
We can’t wait to see you there, and we love being your neighbor.
THIS IS A 21* EVENT, AND EACH PARTICIPANT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN TAB.
Our November Civic League meeting brought together more than 30 neighbors at Kingdom Embassy Ministries for an evening of community updates, celebration, and connection. From welcoming new attendees and electing Riverview’s new representative, Terry Reading, to hearing from Brian N. Friedman on the future of Lambert’s Point Park, the night was filled with great energy and momentum. Residents also heard updates on neighborhood safety, upcoming social events, and exciting initiatives like the Pets of CPRV 2026 Calendar and Elizabeth River Project Shoreline Planting. As the holidays approach, CPRV continues to grow in both spirit and participation—thank you to everyone who helps make this neighborhood thrive!