Lafayette-Winona Civic League

Lafayette-Winona April 2026 Civic League Meeting
2026-04-21 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Church of the Epiphany, 1530 Lafayette Blvd, Norfolk, Norfolk, 23509
Lafayette – Winona Civic League Meeting Agenda
Join us on April 21st! In addition to our usual agenda items, we will be hearing from our slate of 2026/2027 board member candidates. Our board election will take place during our May meeting. Our guest speaker will be Christine Patterson, a longtime volunteer at Norfolk CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), an organization dedicated to advocating for children involved in the court system due to abuse or neglect.
Agenda:

6:30 pm: Church is open.
7:00 pm: Call to order.

Pledge of allegiance.
Welcome from the president.
From the Board

Committee Reports
Treasurer Report
Nomination Committee

Slate of Potential Board Members Present

7:30 pm: Norfolk CASA
7:55 pm: Good for the Order

The floor will be open for discussion

8:00 pm Meeting Adjourned

About our Presenter:
This Month’s Speaker: Norfolk CASA
Join us this month as we welcome a guest speaker from Norfolk CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), an organization dedicated to advocating for children involved in the court system due to abuse or neglect.
Our speaker, longtime CASA volunteer Christine Patterson, will share her firsthand experience serving as a court-appointed advocate in Norfolk. CASA volunteers are specially trained to work alongside judges, attorneys, and social workers to ensure that each child’s best interests are represented and that they have a safe, permanent home as quickly as possible.
Christine will also speak about the critical need for volunteers in our community. CASA volunteers play a unique and powerful role by building consistent, supportive relationships with children during some of the most challenging times in their lives.
If you’ve ever considered giving back in a meaningful way, this is a great opportunity to learn how you can make a lasting impact right here in Norfolk.

Neighborhood Yard Sale April 2026
2026-04-18 08:00 - 13:00 | Norfolk
The Lafayette-Winona Neighborhood Yard Sale is on the 18th!
Here is the link to the map
YARD SALE MAP
For more information, contact Amanda Pine amandanpine@gmail.com

Lafayette-Winona March 2026 Civic Legue Meeting
2026-03-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Church of the Epiphany, 1530 Lafayette Blvd, Norfolk, Norfolk, 23509
Join the Lafayette–Winona Civic League for our March 2026 meeting featuring the League of Women Voters of South Hampton Roads and a discussion on the Tidewater Drive rezoning request.
This is a great opportunity to connect with neighbors, hear updates from the Board and committees, and learn more about an organization that plays a vital role in the health and future of our river and community.

Lafayette – Winona Civic League Meeting Agenda
March 2026

6:30 pm: Church is open.
7:00 pm: Call to order.

Pledge of allegiance.
Welcome from the president.
From the Board

Committee Reports
Treasurer Report
Nomination Committee Report

7:20 pm: Rezoning Request 2747 Tidewater Drive
7:30 pm: Presentation from The League of Women Voters.
7:50 pm: Good for the Order

The floor will be open for discussion

8:00 pm Meeting Adjourned

About our Presenter:
League of Women Voters of South Hampton Roads
This month, we are pleased to welcome a guest speaker from the League of Women Voters of South Hampton Roads. The League is a nonpartisan civic organization dedicated to encouraging informed and active participation in government through voter education, community outreach, and public discussion of important issues.
The League works throughout our region to provide reliable election information, host candidate forums, and help residents better understand how decisions made by local and state governments affect their communities. Their presentation will highlight the League’s work in South Hampton Roads and share ways residents can stay informed, engaged, and involved in civic life.

February 2026 Civic League Meeting
2026-02-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Church of the Epiphany, 1530 Lafayette Blvd, Norfolk, Norfolk, 23509
Lafayette – Winona Civic League Meeting Agenda
February 2026

6:30 pm: Church is open.
7:00 pm: Call to order.

Pledge of allegiance.
Welcome from the president.
From the Board

Committee Reports
Treasurer Report

7:30 pm: Presentation from Jamie Melvin of the Elizabeth River Project
7:50 pm: Good for the Order.

The floor will be open for discussion

8:00 pm Meeting Adjourned

About our Presenter
Jamie Melvin – Elizabeth River Project
Jamie Melvin serves as the Engagement and EcoDistrict Manager for the Elizabeth River Project, where she works directly with neighborhoods, businesses, and community partners to promote environmental stewardship and sustainable practices along the Elizabeth River.
Her work focuses on engaging local communities in practical ways they can reduce pollution, support habitat restoration, and become active partners in protecting the river for future generations.
About the Elizabeth River Project
The Elizabeth River Project is a Norfolk-based nonprofit founded in 1991 to restore the health of the historic Elizabeth River and protect its long-term environmental and economic value to the region.
By the early 1990s, decades of industrial pollution and runoff had left large portions of the river severely degraded and considered one of the most polluted waterways in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

Community members, businesses, schools, and local governments joined together to reverse that damage, forming the Elizabeth River Project to lead restoration and education efforts.
Today, the organization works through partnerships, rather than regulation alone, to reduce pollution, restore habitats, educate the public, and help communities adapt to environmental challenges.

January Civic League Meeting
2026-01-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Church of the Epiphany, 1530 Lafayette Blvd, Norfolk, Norfolk, 23509
Lafayette – Winona Civic League Meeting Agenda
6:30 pm: Church is open.
7:00 pm: Call to order.

Pledge of allegiance.
Welcome from the president.

7:05 pm: Exciting News for the New Year

The President will have the floor to discuss his vision for the 2026 Civic
League Year.
Committee Chairs will have the floor to discuss plans and goals for 2026.
The treasurer will present the current year-end fund balance for 2026.

7:30 pm: Presentation from City Councilman Jeremy McGee

Jeremy will discuss exciting new things happening in Norfolk in 2026
Jeremy will take questions from the Civic League

7:50 pm: Good for the Order.

The floor will be open for discussion

8:00 pm Meeting Adjourned

Holiday Lights & Neighborly Nights: Join Us for a Lafayette-Winona Holiday Walk 🎄✨
2025-12-30 18:00 - 20:30 | Church of the Epiphany, 1530 Lafayette Blvd, Norfolk, Norfolk, 23509
Looking for a festive way to meet your neighbors, enjoy holiday lights, and spend some relaxed time outdoors this season? The Lafayette-Winona Civic
League invites you to join us for a Neighborhood Holiday Walk on December 19 — a casual, welcoming event for neighbors of all ages (kids optional!).
This is a chance to slow down during the busy holiday season, connect with people who live nearby, and enjoy the simple joy of walking our neighborhood together.
How It Works
We’ll gather and walk through Lafayette-Winona as a group, stopping at homes along the route that have volunteered to host a small table with holiday cookies, snacks, beverages, or all of the above. Some homes may want to be part of the fun by having us stop to admire their festive holiday lights — and that’s perfectly wonderful too!
At the end of the walk, we’ll return to our starting point, where the celebration will continue at the home of one of our Civic League members.
Want to Participate?

Hosting a stop with treats or beverages

Showing off your holiday lights

Just walking and enjoying the evening

All are welcome! You don’t need to be a Civic League member to attend or participate.
If you’d like to add your home to the route, simply use the QR code below to sign up. Every stop — big or small — helps make the evening more special.
A Great Event for Families and Neighbors Alike
This walk is especially fun for families, giving kids a chance to meet and play with other neighborhood kids while adults catch up and make new connections. Whether you stay for the whole route or just part of the evening, we’re glad to have you.
Join Us!
Date: December 30th Location: Throughout the Lafayette-Winona neighborhood Who: Everyone — neighbors, friends, families, and guests
Have questions? Drop them in the comments below We can’t wait to see you out enjoying the lights and holiday spirit with us!
— Lafayette-Winona Civic League

November Civic League Meeting
2025-11-18 18:30 - 20:00 | Church of the Epiphany, 1530 Lafayette Blvd, Norfolk, Norfolk, 23509
Lafayette – Winona Civic League Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, November 18th
6:30 pm:

The church is open.

7:00 pm:

Call to order.
Pledge of allegiance.
Welcome from the president.

7:05 pm:

Preparation for a New Year.
The President will address the importance of joining a committee.
Introduction of committees for committee reports.

Dog Park Committee (Susan Jones).
Social / Communication Committee (Rebecca Shultz).
Events Committee (Amanda Pine).
Treasurer Report (Nancy Eyler).

7:25 pm:

HRSD/Hazen and Sewer Project Managers will provide an update on the Pump Station Project.

7:50 pm:

Good for the Order.
The floor will be open for membership to discuss any important information.

8:00 pm

Meeting Adjourned.

October Civic League Meeting
2025-10-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Church of the Epiphany, 1530 Lafayette Blvd, Norfolk, Norfolk, 23509
Lafayette – Winona Civic League Meeting
Tuesday, October 21st

6:30 pm: Church will open.
7:00 pm: Call to order.

Pledge of Allegiance and Welcome to the October Meeting.

7:02 pm: Presentation from Norfolk Department of Transportation.

The City and contractors will review traffic-related survey results and discuss recommendations. As well as take questions from League Members.

7:50 pm: Good for the Order.

Members of the LWCL Board will have the opportunity to update members
with any pressing information.
Members of the Civic League will have the opportunity to present any pressing information.

8:00 pm: Meeting Adjourned.

September 2025 Civic League Meeting
2025-09-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Church of the Epiphany, 1530 Lafayette Blvd, Norfolk, Norfolk, 23509
Lafayette – Winona Civic League Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 16th
7 pm: Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance, Welcoming to the 2025 / 26 Civic League Season.
7:02 pm: Introduction of Committee Chairs
Committee Chairs will introduce themselves and their Committees to the Civic League. Chairs will give an idea of the Committee's goals for the year, as well as how Civic League Members can become involved in their Committee.
7:15 pm: Presentation HRSD / Hazen & Sawyer
Project Managers for the neighborhood “Pump Work” will present their project plans and accomplishments to the Civic League. As well as answer questions.
7:45 pm: Treasurer Report
Civic League Treasurer, Nancy Eyler, will present the current financial state of the Civic League, in addition to reviewing any recent spending.
7:48 pm: Good for the Order
Questions / Input from Members, Additional Announcements, Announce next Meeting Date Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
8 pm: Adjourn

LWCL Welcome Back Meet and Greet
2025-09-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Meet & Greet Location, 1704 Fontainebleau Crescent, NORFOLK, VA, 23509, United States
Welcome Back Meet & Greet!
The Lafayette Winona Civic League invites neighbors, old and new, to join us for a casual moment of connection, conversation, and community spirit. Come meet your neighbors, catch up after the summer break, before the Civic League meeting begins.
Whether you’re brand new to the neighborhood or a longtime resident, this is a great chance to mingle, share ideas, and strengthen the bonds that make this such a special place to call home.
Childcare for the meeting is available, with suggested donations of $10

Social Commitee August Meeting
2025-08-24 17:00 - 18:30 | Maker's Craft, 735 E 23rd St, Norfolk, VA, 23594, United States
Join us for our August 2025 LWCL Social Committee Meeting
Please bring a laptop if you can.
We will be going over:

Entering and Updating Website Events
Developing Community Rules and Enforcement Criteria for the Facebook Group
Creating Additional Facebook Admins
A Neighborhood YouTube Channel and Insta Account
Developing a Newsletter (Email Form)
The steps necessary to (with board and league approval)

Get paid website/newsletter sponsors.
Pay dues and sponsorships online through the website.

Events Committee August Meeting
2025-08-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Norfolk
Join us for the August 2025 LWCL Event Commitee Meeting!
Please contact the organizer, Amanda Pine for location Information
