MEETINGS NAMI-CVA, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Weinstein JCC, 5403 Monument Ave. James M. Martinez Jr., director of the Office of Mental Health of the Virginia... Richmond Times-Dispatch

NICOSIA, Cyprus—The two couples had never met each other, and probably never would. They had come from opposite sides of a border between longtime... Richmond Times-Dispatch

With the election of John Andrew Bowersett “Pete” Davies as Culpeper County’s commissioner of the revenue in 1950, Culpeper got a 32-year... Richmond Times-Dispatch

MUSIC Holly, Uncle Willie & The Boys, and ChurchYard Grass, tonight at 6, Gospel Chicken House, 14709 Greenwood Church Road, Montpelier. Details: (804)... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Veterans Day ceremonies and activities in the Richmond area. TOMORROW Fifth Baptist Church, 1415 W. Cary St. Pre-Veterans Day services will be held at... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Branch, Mr. David Lee, 77, of Sandston, a Korean War Navy veteran, a retired accountant for the Virginia Department of Social Services, husband of Shirley... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Color experts are hinting that green may be the “it” color for 2010. Although fashion and décor gurus haven’t officially announced... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Q:I have about 17 peonies in a garden. During the second half of every summer, they get black spot. This year, some also got powdery mildew, even though... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Calendar of events relating to homes and gardens Holiday Shoppers’ Fair: 15 Richmond-area museum stores collaborate with an unusual array of gifts... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Q:I have a silver tea and coffee service that belonged to my grandmother. On the bottom, it is stamped “Ascot Sheffield Design, Reproduction by Community.“... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Yes, we know it has been only six days since Halloween, but Christmas is up and running today at the Richmond Raceway Complex. The Craftsmen’s Christmas... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Did it yourself? The budget is tighter, but home-improvement needs and wants never seem to end. The solution may be to get out the toolbox and do it yourself!... Richmond Times-Dispatch

PROJECT: Bookshelf unit/window seat TIME: Two weeks spread over six months COST: $600-$700 HOW THEY DID IT: Jim Savage saw an idea in a home-improvement... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Beale, Mrs. Odell E., of Richmond. Bjork, Mrs. Arlene Carol, 38, of Midlothian, a yoga teacher and creator-owner of Grace Yoga Training Systems LLC, wife... Richmond Times-Dispatch

When the Rev. Claude Charles Vaché became diocesan bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Southern Virginia in 1978, he was seen as “high church”... Richmond Times-Dispatch

We invite you to submit entries for our Holiday Calendar, which will appear in the Sunday Flair section Nov. 29. Please put “Holiday Calendar”... Richmond Times-Dispatch

The 30th annual show featuring pottery, jewelry, toys, furniture, clothing, fine art, food and more.   When: Today, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; tomorrow, 10... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Ahern, Mr. Gary Michael, 51, of Richmond, a painter. Carter, Mr. Henry, 91, of Ashland, a retired brickmason for the District of Columbia, husband of Sarah... Richmond Times-Dispatch

It’s always a clear sign that fall is approaching when I feel the unyielding need to belly up to the stove and create something warm, comforting... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Granny Belcher’s Mexican Bean Chowder Richmond Times-Dispatch

Berry, Mrs. Opal, 65, of Doswell, widow of Carl Berry Sr. Brenner, Mrs. Martha R., 92, of Chesterfield, widow of Carl A. Brenner. Brown, Mr. Donald Forrest... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Zesty Beef and Cabbage Soup Richmond Times-Dispatch

If you skip breakfast because you are trying to save calories or you think you don’t have time, here’s your wake-up call. Breakfast eaters... Richmond Times-Dispatch

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Wine: Graham Beck Gamekeeper ‘ s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon   Winery: Graham Beck Wines, Robertson, South Africa   Composition: 100 percent... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Shop early—don’t wait until the last minute. You spend more money when you’re stressed and in a hurry. Spread the cost over a few weeks.... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Austin, Mrs. Dora Faulk, 74, of Varina, a retired receptionist, wife of William N. Austin Sr. Brown, Mrs. Mary E., 84, of Richmond, a retired employee... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Atkins, Mr. Jerry L. “Red,“ 56, of Ashland, a veteran of the Marine Corps Reserve, a truck driver, husband of Ida C. Atkins. Bagley, Mrs. Adele... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Over nearly 70 years, the baritone-to-bass radio voice of Harvey Lee Hudson Jr. woke Virginians up. It entertained them in their cars, sold them Cadillacs,... Richmond Times-Dispatch