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Welcome to our digital newsletter! Colonial Beach Connector is the Town’s official newsletter, produced monthly providing important updates and information from across the community. |
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Have a News Tip? Do you have an idea for a good community story or information about an event that you want to share? The Happenings Around Town section of the newsletter allows for brief community information-sharing. Send community news and high-resolution photographs to communications@colonialbeachva.gov. All material provided is subject to editorial review and revision and will be used as space and timing allow. IN THIS ISSUE |
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Smart Tech Discovery Challenge The Economic Development and Tourism department recently hosted a Smart Tech Discovery Challenge with Go Virginia, Stafford County Economic Development and R!ot Training. 13 Tech companies visited Colonial Beach to discuss solutions to challenges facing localities. The Smart Tech company representatives included leaders from Germany and across the country. Many were first time visitors to Colonial Beach.
National Main Street America Conference The Town of Colonial Beach was recently represented at a National Main Street America Conference. What is Main Street you ask? “Main Street America leads a collaborative movement with partners and grassroots leaders that advances shared prosperity, creates resilient economies and improves quality of life through place-based economic development and community preservation in downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts across the county.” Main Street America offers resources and opportunities to cities and towns.
Virginia Tourism Corporation Visits Colonial Beach The Economic Development & Tourism department recently hosted Virginia Tourism Corporation’s content management team. Many enjoyed their first visit to Colonial Beach. This team is responsible for updating the Virginia Tourism Corporation’s website and locality information.
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2024 Yard Debris Pick up Schedule |
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June 24 to June 28 August 5 to August 9 September 30 to October 4 November 11 to November 15 December 9 to December 13
These pickups will only take place on your trash day during the weeks above. We do not schedule individual pickups. Yard debris that needs to be disposed of outside of these weeks is the resident's responsibility. Please make sure that the yard debris is separated from your normal trash. Yard debris must be either bagged or tied in bundles no longer than 4 feet in length, with branches no larger than 4 inches in diameter, and weigh no more than 40 lbs. |
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2024 Colonial Beach Olympic & Sprint Triathlons |
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| Relay & Aqua-bike Set in the bucolic riverside town of Colonial Beach, this race is fast and fun. Colonial Beach is a great race-cation destination! After a Potomac River swim, cyclists will see stunning seaside and farmland views on well paved roads. Returning to the beach, athletes will embark on a flat, paved, waterfront run course with some of the best views on the East Coast. Host - Kinetic Multisports |
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4th Friday Sip N’ Stroll with Downtown Colonial Beach |
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|  | Downtown Colonial Beach (DCB) and the Town of Colonial Beach are partnering for another year of Sip N’ Stroll. Visitors can sip alcoholic beverages (beer, wine, or cocktails) while strolling through a designated outdoor area within a specified timeframe. Alcohol must be purchased from ABC-licensed establishments. Customers also may sip and stroll through other participating businesses such as retail stores and art galleries. Host - Downtown Colonial Beach |
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The Search for a Golden Oyster Shell |
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| When you find a Golden Oyster Shell in the search area, take it to Beach Paws Boutique, the Cooper Library, or Colonial Buzz Espresso and trade it in for an artisan shell to take home. Hosts - CB Explorers and Colonial Beach Parks, Recreation, & Events |
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Annual Independence Day Fireworks |
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Wednesday July 3rd After Dark
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| This year’s fireworks happen once again on the day before the 4th of July. July 3rd, get to the Beach early and spend a day having fun in the sun! Stick around for fireworks over the Potomac after dark. Parking is enforced. Plan to carpool. Hosts - Colonial Beach Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Colonial Beach |
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2nd Friday Fancy Coffee Walk |
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Friday July 12th 7:45 AM-8:45 AM
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| Join the easy-going walking group at the new location for Colonial Buzz Espresso Bar inside Colonial Beach Brewing at 215 Washington Ave. and start walking at 8:00 AM every 2nd Friday. There's a new route to travel! Hosts - CB Explorers and Colonial Beach Parks, Recreation, & Events |
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Sip N’ Stroll with The CB Volunteer Rescue Squad |
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| Join CBVRS and take a minute to say, “Thanks” for supporting Colonial Beach. Now is your chance to support the squad as it raises money to support a new squad building. Hosts - CBVRS and Downtown Colonial Beach |
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Colonial Beach was recently featured in both Thrillist and Eater DC |
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Uses The CodeRED® system will be used to send urgent communications from the Town of Colonial Beach. Caller ID When you see the following displayed, you will know the call is from us. If you would like to hear the last message delivered to your phone, simply dial the number back. |
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Schedule of Town Council Meetings and other special town meetings- Click here. Council Communicates - Click here for highlights of past Town Council meetings. Colonial Beach Connector - Click here for past newsletters
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