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THE COOL SPRING TRAVELERS |
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Seniors Ministry of Cool Spring Church
The Seniors Ministry at Cool Spring includes all of the opportunities
and activities offered through the Adult
Ministry, as well as special fellowship opportunities geared toward
those 55 and older.
This includes activities from lunches to overnight trips - SOMETHING FOR
EVERYONE! Activities from Fall 2006 through the Fall of 2009 have
included a Blue Ridge Mountain Leaf Tour, Bean & Cornbread Luncheon,
Christmas Dinner Party, Pot Luck Luncheon, Sunday Brunch Buffet, and
more. Review the listing below of planned activities, as well as
past activities, some with photos.
Ted Tussey is the Minister of Outreach,
Facilities, and Seniors.
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UPCOMING ACTIVITIES |
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- Pot Luck Luncheon & Speakers
Friday, September 10
Noon - 2:00 PM
Cool Spring Fellowship Hall
Come and enjoy good food and fellowship as the Cool Spring
Travelers kick off their new year.
Enjoy slides taken by Marsha Dodd & Darlene Payton on their recent
trip to Israel. Hear their story of adventure as they traveled
throughout the Holy Land and experience their awe at walking where
Jesus walked.
To register and let us know what you'll be bringing, stop by the Rec
Center or call 746-0801 by Friday, September 3.
- Historic Tredegar Iron Works
Lunch at Bottom's Up
Chimborazo Hospital Museum
Monday, September 27
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost $23 (limited to 32 folks)
Enjoy a day of Richmond Civil War History with our own personal
guide. The first stop will be the American Civil War Center at
Historic Tredegar Iron Works, once the industrial heart of the
confederacy. We'll learn about the people and events that impacted
Tredegar and the Confederate Capital. After a delicious "all you can
eat lunch buffet" at Bottom's Up Pizza, we will visit the Chimborazo
Hospital Museum to hear about the famous hospital, other hospitals
in Civil War Richmond and the practice of medicine in the 1860's.
Sign up and pay the $23 cost at the Rec Center by Monday, September
20.
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PAST COOL SPRING TRAVELERS ACTIVITIES |
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- Summer Picnic
Friday, June 18 - 5:00 to 8:00 PM
New Highland Church - Picnic Shelter
Entertainment: Homeward Bound
Join us for a fun filled evening of food and music. The picnic
dinner will include: Barbecue, Cole slaw, baked beans, watermelon &
dessert.
After dinner Homeward Bound, a local gospel group with a country
touch, will entertain us. Bring your lawn chairs to sit back, relax
and enjoy the music. A love gift will be collected for Homeward
Bound.
See Photos from This
Trip Here
- U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum
Friday, May 21 - 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Cost: $16
Come and visit the U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum at Fort Lee. Since
1775, Quartermasters have provided logistical support to the Army.
Their stories are told in eleven exhibit galleries that also contain
such important artifacts as the Nation's first 50 star flag, General
George Patton's World War II jeep, General Eisenhower's field
quarters, and General Grant's saddle.
After a box lunch in the picnic area, we proceeded to the U.S.
Army Women's Museum where stories of women's contributions to the
Army are told through exhibits from Bunker Hill to a bunker in Iraq.
See Photos from This
Trip Here
- Gettysburg - The High Water Mark
Friday and Saturday, May 14-15
Imagine yourself in the midst of 165,000 soldiers on a hot July
day in 1863. Stand where General Lee stood as he watched 15,000 of
his men march across a mile-wide field towards the center of the
Union line on Cemetery Ridge. Imagine the largest battle ever fought
on this continent, and its 51,000 casualties.
Join the Cool Spring Travelers as they tour the Gettysburg National
Cemetery where Abraham Lincoln gave the famed Gettysburg Address see
the 42 feet high, 377 feet around Cyclorama of the Battle, and the
introductory film, A New Birth of Freedom, at the Gettysburg
National Military Park Visitors Center or spend a few hours shopping
at the Gettysburg Outlet Mall.
Departure @ 7:30 AM on May 14
Departure @ 3:00 PM on May 15
20 seats are reserved for this trip, and reservations (with $75
deposit) are being accepted on a first come, first served basis.
Hotel will be the Marriott Fairfield Inn in Chambersburg, PA.
All meals, except breakfast on Saturday morning, and any tour
admission fees are on your own.
Your trip fee covers lodging, breakfast on Saturday, and fuel only.
Hotel costs:
Single – Total cost $100
Double – Total cost $120 ($60 each)
Register & pay by Wednesday, May 5
See Photos from This
Event Here
- Tour/Lunch in Ashland
Tuesday, March 23
Come explore Church Quarter, a charming log cabin in western Hanover
built around 1843. Its recently restored brick orangery is one of
only two such dependencies still surviving in Hanover County. Our
next stop will be historic Fork Church that dates back to 1722.
After experiencing the church's rich history, we are off to the Iron
Horse Restaurant in Ashland for lunch. After lunch, we'll head out
with our self-guided walking tour maps to explore Railroad Avenue
where you will find lovely old homes, fun shops and historic
buildings such as the Ashland Depot and the Henry Clay Inn.
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
$21 for tour & lunch
Tour will accommodate 22 people
See Photos From This Event Here
- Pentagon Tour
Tuesday, April 13
Join us for a chartered bus trip to the Pentagon outside of
Washington, DC.
This hour long walking tour with its 1½ mile route will expose us to
the history of all four branches of the military. We will visit the
Memorial placed inside the Pentagon near the 9/11 crash-site and the
9/11 Memorial Chapel. In the Hall of Heroes, we will get to see the
recipient’s names as well as a close look at the actual Medal of
Honor.
After our tour we will proceed to Pentagon City Mall for lunch on
your own and shopping before we board the bus for our return trip. $25
for the tour, and you must sign up and pay by April 2.
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
The chartered bus can only carry 55 people.
Must sign Security Roster required by The Pentagon.
- Valentine Brunch - Antique Road Show
Friday, February 12 @ 11 am
Join us for a delicious brunch to celebrate Valentine's Day. The
meal will include sausage & egg casserole, potato casserole,
biscuits & gravy, bagels, Danish, fresh fruit plus juice & coffee.
After brunch we will start the "Antique Road Show" with Terry
Hunter, an appraiser with Motley's Auction & Reality Group. Each
participant is invited to bring one "treasure" they would like to
have appraised. Come prepared to ask questions and also share your
knowledge. The cost is $8.
- Pot Luck Lunch & Speaker
Monday, January 11 @ Noon
Have you ever heard of Hanovertown? Did you know it is located just
off Studley Road in Hanover County? Did you know that there was a
Pontoon Bridge over the Pamunkey River at Hanovertown at one time
and a Ferry at another time? Hear interesting stories like this and
much more from Bob Tate, our guest speaker and member of the Hanover
Historical Society.
- Cool Spring Travelers "Cajun Christmas"
Friday, December 11th
6:00 pm: Appetizers/Social Time
6:30 pm: Dinner
Fellowship Hall
Cost: $15 per person
The Cool Spring Travelers had an evening of good food, good
fellowship and fun! A delicious dinner will feature: gelatin salad,
cranberry chicken, garlic redskin potatoes, green bean casserole,
rolls, and assorted desserts.
Following dinner, Delane Martin entertained with her "Cajun
Christmas" presentation. Door prizes were given at the end the
evening!
See Photos From This Event Here
- Heritage Gallery of the Virginia Baptist Historical Society
Tour
Tuesday, November 10
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Limited to 30 participants
We toured the Heritage Gallery of the Virginia
Baptist Historical Society located at the heart of the beautiful
campus of the University of Richmond. The story is told in an
inviting and informative gallery filled with artifacts, photographs
and documents. The walls are covered with 36-panel murals with
scenes that depict the struggle to secure religious liberty and
other events in the life of Virginia Baptists.
After lunch in the University of Richmond’s fabulous dining
facility, we will stroll by the lake to the Lora Robins Gallery.
This natural sciences and decorative art museum, with over 100,000
pieces ranging from Jurassic dinosaur fossils to rare gems and
minerals, will dazzle us.
The cost of this activity is $16 including lunch. Please sign
up and pay at the Rec Center by Monday, November 9th.
Click Here to See Photos
from this Event
- Monticello - Home of Thomas Jefferson
Tuesday, October 20 - 8:30-4:00 pm
Enjoy some autumn memories at Monticello, the extraordinary home of
Thomas Jefferson built overlooking Charlottesville. The visit
includes a 30-minute guided tour and plenty of time to explore the
grounds and the new Visitor Center. Box lunches will be provided by
Café Monticello. The second stop will at the Carter Mountain Orchard
"Apple Barn." Sign up and pay the $26 cost and make your lunch
selection by Monday, October 12.
See Photos From this Event Here
Click Here to download a flyer about this activity (.pdf)
- Historic Petersburg Tour
Monday, September 28, 2009
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Meet at church
Explore Historic Petersburg starting with a guided tour of Blandford
Church known for its beautiful Tiffany stained-glass windows. The
tour takes us into Blandford Cemetery, one of the oldest and largest
in America. After lunch at Maria’s Café and Italian Restaurant in
Old Town Petersburg we will visit the Centre Hill Mansion, an
opulent Petersburg residence built in 1823 often described as a
symbol of the grandeur of the nineteenth century Virginia
aristocracy. During the guided tour we will learn the Mansion’s
history, including its role during the Civil War and visits by two
presidents.
See Photos From this Event Here
Click Here to download a flyer about this activity (.pdf)
- Cool Spring Travelers Kick-off Meeting & Pot Luck Luncheon
Date: Friday, September 11, 2009
Time: Noon to 2 PM
Place: Old Fellowship Hall
Speaker: Greg English
Join the Cool Spring Travelers for our Kick-Off Meeting and Pot Luck
Luncheon. Greg will be sharing and showing slides from his recent
trip to Nova Scotia, Canada. Don’t miss this opportunity for good
fellowship and early bird information on the Cool Spring Travelers'
plans for the fall.
- MEN'S NIGHT AT THE BALL PARK!
The men of Cool Spring Travelers sponsored "A Night at the
Ballpark" on Thursday, July 16. We'll travel to Washington DC to see
the Nationals take on the Chicago Cubs. Meet at Cool Spring Church
parking lot at 3:00 pm.
- Senior Travelers Trip
Saturday, June 6
D-Day 65th Anniversary
Join friends of the Virginia War Memorial to travel by motor
coach to Bedford, Virginia for the commemoration of the 65th
Anniversary of the historic D-Day landing on the shores of Normandy,
France. We will have reserved seating for the official ceremony
11:00 am. The cost is $35 per person for transportation. The
deadline to sign up is April 30. We'll leave from the Virginia War
Memorial located at 621 S Belvidere Street in Richmond at 6:30 am
and return at 6:30 pm. You may bring a small cooler for your food
and drinks. Food and drinks will be available to purchase at the
National D-Day Memorial.
- A Fredericksburg Adventure: Tour Historic Belmont Estate
lunch at Brock's Riverside Grill & shop in Old Town Fredericksburg
Friday, May 22
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Our day will start at Belmont Estate the 18th century Georgian home
of artist Gari Melcher and his wife Corinne. The tour will include a
12-minute introductory film and then a guided tour through the
beautifully furnished main house and art studios. There will be time
to explore the restored gardens and grounds as well as the gift
shop. We then head to Brock's Riverside Grill for a delicious lunch
served overlooking the Rappahannock River. We will end the day
wandering the antique shops and boutiques of Old Town
Fredericksburg. The cost is $26 and is limited to 43.
See Photos From this Event Here
- Ladies Tea
Monday, May 4
11:45 am-2:30 pm
At the Home of Penny Mize
All ladies in the Senior Travelers Group are invited to a "Tea
Party" which includes a selection of fine teas, assorted sandwiches,
mini ham biscuits and scones with Devonshire cream and lemon curd,
all served on fine china and crystal. Pastries including pound cake,
cream puffs and fudge bars will be served for dessert.
The special guest will be our Cool Spring author, Jill Baughan, who
will share from her book entitled "Born to Be Wild." Plan to attend
this ladies tea and learn to discover the freedom of fun! The cost
is $16 per person and seating is limited to 36 ladies. Please sign
up and pay at the Rec Center by Friday, April 24.
See Photos From this Event Here
- St. John's Church & Richmond Canal Cruise
Tuesday, April 21 from 9:00 AM-3:30 PM
We're going to visit historic St. John's Church where Patrick Henry
gave his famous speech. Discover the rich history of the graveyard
and the famous people buried there. After a stop at the Visitors
Center to view the permanent exhibition and gift shop, we will
precede to Bottom's Up Pizza for a buffet luncheon.
After lunch we will walk to our private Richmond Historic Canal
Cruise where our captain will share tales of the city's waterways
and dynamic history. During this hour long journey, we will see
unmatched views of Shockoe Bottom and the city's past including the
famed "Triple Crossing" - the intersection of three key
transportation routes. Space is limited to 35 people.
See Photos From this Event Here
- Old Church Historic Tour
March 12, 2009 - 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Sign up now to explore historic Old Church. Immanuel Episcopal
Church will be our first stop where Janice Williams, The Mayor of
Old Church will share the churches history. We move on to Black
Creek Antique & Gift Shop Café where lunch will be served. The cost
is $20 per person. You will be responsible for anything you purchase
in the gift shop. We finish up the day with two more historic stops.
The trip is limited to 20 participants.
See Photos From this Event Here
- February Event - Tuesday, February 10 at noon
Potluck Luncheon & Speaker
Did you know that Rural Plains was built in 1725 and is considered
the most historically distinguished home in Hanover? Were you aware
that Patrick Henry was married in the parlor there and the house was
damaged during the Civil War? Hear these stories and many more
including what archaeologist are currently digging up on the
property.
Join us for a potluck luncheon in the Fellowship Hall. Our guest
speaker will be Mike Andrus from the National Park Service. He will
tell us all about the National Parks newly acquired Shelton Property
and its historic home Rural Plains.
- Pot Luck Luncheon - January 16, 2009
Remember ice cream at the Clover Room? Dancing under the stars
at Tantilla? Limeades at Willey's? Pizza at Shakey's? Join us at
12:00 noon on Friday, January 16 for a stroll down "memory lane."
Bring your favorite Southern dish!
Our special guest will be R. David Ross, local author and publisher
of Kleos Business Magazine. Mr. Ross has written two books about the
beloved businesses of Richmond's grand old past!
- Cool Spring Travelers Christmas Party
Our annual Christmas Celebration was on Saturday, December 13th as
we welcomed back Homeward Bound, a gospel group with country flair.
The $15 dinner menu included gelatin salad, chicken puffs, green
beans, sweet potato casserole, rolls and assorted desserts. Door
prizes were given out and Santa stopped by for a visit!!
- Cool Spring Travelers November Event
Thanksgiving at Berkeley Plantation
Tuesday, November 11, from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm
Meet in the church parking lot. Join us as we go back in time to the
first Thanksgiving at Berkeley Plantation. We will start with a
guided tour of the house that is furnished with 18th century
antiques. the tour includes an audio-visual program and viewing of
the museum collection. A walk around the grounds and a visit to the
gift shop will conclude our time there.
Then we are off to Charles city Tavern on Route 5 for a delicious
lunch and a look around before heading back. Cost is $27 for the
tour and lunch.
- Cool Spring Travelers October 20, 2008 Event
Tour Hollywood Cemetery & Virginia War Memorial
Monday, October 20
9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
We will start the day at Hollywood Cemetery with a movie on the
history of the cemetery and the famous people buried there. We will
then start our specially guided tour (driving and some walking) to
see first hand these sights.
Market 810, the buffet style student dining hall at VCU, will be our
lunch stop. After lunch we will explore the Virginia War Memorial
and become acquainted with their educational programs being used in
schools across Virginia.
See Photos From this Event Here
- Cool Spring Travelers October 1, 2008 Event
Wednesday, October 1
11:00 AM to 1:30 PM in the Sanctuary & Fellowship Hall
Come and enjoy a musical concert in the Sanctuary by The AMEN Choir.
The choir is from Lakewood Baptist Church in Alabama. After the
worship/concert time, the we will adjourn to the Fellowship Hall to
enjoy lunch. Chicken will be provided. We ask that everyone bring a
covered dish to share (salad, vegetable or dessert.) The AMEN Choir
will be our guest for lunch.
- Cool Spring Travelers September 2008 Event
Historic Yorktown and the
New Riverwalk Landing
Tuesday, September 9
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Spend the morning touring the area on your own using the free
trolley service. Available destinations include Yorktown National
Battlefield Visitor Center, Waterman's Museum, Yorktown Victory
Center and more. Enjoy lunch at the Carrot Tree Restaurant & hear
our guest speaker, author Kathleen Manley, who will share from her
book "The History of Yorktown and Its Victory Celebrations."
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COOL SPRING TRAVELERS ACTIVITIES FROM
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- Cool Spring Travelers May 2008 Event
A Monumental Day in Washington!
Monday, May 12
Historical monuments from the past and present preserve history and
time with their greatness. Washington's skyline is remarkable to the
say the least, and with its newest memorial, the World War II
Memorial, it is that much more impressive.
Tour Cost Included:
Round Trip Motorcoach Transportation
Professional Guide Service
Buffet Lunch at the Vantage Point Restaurant
Refreshments Served Aboard Motorcoach
Tax and Gratuity for Lunch
Driver and Guide Gratuities
- Cool Spring Travelers April 2008 Event
Beaverdam Historic Tour
Tuesday, April 15
9:30 am-4:00 pm
The $15 cost included lunch and a guided tour.
See Photos from the Beaverdam Tour Here.
- Cool Spring Travelers March 2008 Event
 Visited
the National Museum of the Marine Corp & Heritage
Monday, March 10 from 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Check out the Museum on their website at
www.usmcmuseum.org
- Cool Spring Travelers February 2008 Event
"Cool Spring Travelers Valentine Brunch"
Thursday, February 14
11:00 am in the Fellowship Hall
Brunch included egg casserole, Belgian waffles, sausage & gravy,
biscuits, sweet rolls, fruit & beverages. Trip Chalkley, newly
elected Hanover Commonwealth's Attorney, was our special guest. He
shared with us the changes he plans to make in the Commonwealth's
Attorney's Office.
- Cool Spring Travelers January 2008 Event
"Bean & Cornbread Lunch"
Tues, Jan 8 at noon for a Bean & Cornbread Lunch in the Fellowship
Hall. Our special guest was Dr. Robert Bluford, Jr., a member of the
Hanover County Historical Committee. Dr. Bluford is the director of
the "Historic Pole Green Church" project on Rural Point Road. He
talked about the memorial and their new plans for the area.
Donations for the Pole Green Church project were taken at the
luncheon and presented to Dr. Bluford.
- Cool Spring Travelers December 2007 Event
"Seniors Travelers Christmas Party"
Saturday, December 8
In the Fellowship Hall
This was a fun- filled "Old Time Christmas" celebration with special
entertainment by "Homeward Bound," a gospel trio with a country
touch. We enjoyed a dinner of cranberry chicken, red skin potatoes,
green beans, homemade rolls and a variety of desserts.
- Cool Spring Travelers November 2007 Event
"Hanover's Thanksgiving Senior Luncheon"
Friday, November 16 from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm at Shady Grove Church.
Menu included chicken/gravy, green beans, stuffing and dessert.
Entertainment and door prizes. Cost: $6 per person.
- Cool Spring Travelers October 2007 Event
"Tour the State Capital & Executive Mansion"
Tuesday, October 23 from 10:00 am - 2:30 pm.
We toured the Executive Mansion at 11 am and then had lunch in the
new Capitol Extension with Delegate Frank Hargrove as our guest.
Following lunch, we toured the renovated Capitol and returned to
church at approximately 2:30 pm.
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Other Discipleship Opportunities at Cool Spring |
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