How would you like to be a part of one of the most popular events in Hanover? The Hanover Tomato Festival is looking for a few good men and women to assist on Saturday July 14th at Pole Green Park. With over 40,000 attendees expected and a fun day of games, rides, crafters, artisans, tomatoes and great food planned, we need plenty of extra hands to make it all happen. Volunteers are needed in the following areas: traffic control, tomato sales and children’s activities. Don’t have a whole day to spare? Don’t worry! There are several 5-6.5 hour shifts available between 7am to 4pm, making convenient for even the busiest schedule. All volunteers will receive refreshments and special parking. Interested individuals can find volunteer applications at www.hanovertomatofestival.com email hanovertomatofestival@co.hanover.va.us or contact Jennifer Godfrey at 804-365-4694. Volunteer sign up deadline is June 29, 2012.

The public is invited to attend the Hanover Memorial Day Program being held at the Hanover Veterans Memorial located at Hanover Wayside Park on Monday; May 28, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. Veterans who gave their life defending their Country and those who are currently serving our Country to insure our freedom will be honored. The Laying of the Memorial Wreath will be escorted by Commander James Kickler, Sean Davis and David Jennings of the American Legion Post 175, Mechanicsville, VA.  Brigadier General Stephen L. Huxtable, Ret. Virginia Army National Guard will be the Honored Guest Speaker at the event. Other honored guests include: The Hanover Concert Band, Glenn Hawkins, Ret. USAF Chaplin, Grace United Family Church, Mechanicsville, VA., Mr. Jimmie L. Edwards, American Legion Post 29, Danville, VA singing the National Anthem, members of VFW Post 9808, Mechanicsville, VA and American Legion Post 175, Mechanicsville, VA.