🌱 Why Occoneechee State Park might be Clarksville’s most breathtaking lakeside escape

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In today's newsletter:

• Why Occoneechee State Park might be Clarksville’s most breathtaking lakeside escape

Also on today's calendar: THE GREEN BOX: At the Heart of War.

Today's riddle: How do birds learn how to fly ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Clouds and sun; not as warm, with a high of 81 and low of 69 degrees.
• Wednesday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 85, low: 69.
• Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 94 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

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📰 News we're reading

• 10 Virginia State Parks With Views That Will Leave You Speechless (myfamilytravels.com) — Occoneechee State Park on Buggs Island Lake in Clarksville is highlighted for its sweeping water views, lakeside campsites, and rich Native American history. The piece also spotlights nine other scenic Virginia state parks, from mountain overlooks to coastal wilderness, encouraging readers to explore these destinations for hiking, paddling, camping, and unforgettable vistas across the state.
   

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📸 Around Clarksville

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Clarksville

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday June 18

• THE GREEN BOX: At the Heart of War →
  Virtual Film Screening,
  7:30 pm

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Other local events

Monday June 22

• The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors NETWORKING EVENT →
  John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F St NW, Washington
  6:00 pm

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📣 Clarksville Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday June 9

• Virginia Museum Dino Dig!
  Mecklenburg County Public Library Boydton Public Library
  10:30 am

Wednesday June 10

• South Hill Army Core presentation
  Mecklenburg County Public Library 316 Washington Street, Boydton, VA 23917
  10:30 am

Thursday June 11

• Dinosaur Terrarium Boydton
  Mecklenburg County Public Library Boydton Library
  10:30 am

Friday June 12

• South Boston Tea Party →
  The Prizery, 700 Bruce St, South Boston
  5:30 pm
• The South Boston Tea Party →
  The Prizery, 700 Bruce St, South Boston
  5:30 pm
• Mixology Class - June →
  The Berry Hill Resort & Conference Center, 3105 River Rd, South Boston
  7:00 pm

Saturday June 13

• UNMASKING THE MIND: A Mental Wealth Brunch →
  Wilson's BBQ & SeaFood, 1224 W Danville St, South Hill
  11:00 am
• UNMASKING THE MIND: A Mental Wealth Brunch [TICKETS LIMITED] →
  Wilson's BBQ & SeaFood, 1224 W Danville St, South Hill
  11:00 am

Tuesday June 16

• Seed Bombs! Boydton
  Mecklenburg County Public Library Boydton Library
  10:30 am

Wednesday June 17

• South Hill Rescue Squad
  Mecklenburg County Public Library 316 Washington Street, Boydton, VA 23917
  10:30 am

Thursday June 18

• Dinosaur Sand Necklace
  Mecklenburg County Public Library Boydton Library
  10:30 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Tractor Supply posted a job opening for Team Member in Clarksville. Apply here.
• SBM Management posted a job opening for Assistant Site Manager in Boydton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Clarksville here.

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🗞 Nearby News

South Boston

• Pembelton dominates Late Model Twinbill (kenbridgevictoriadispatch.com)

Halifax

• Halifax officials examine data center infrastructure, economic impact during Virginia tour (rrdailyherald.com)
• South Shore News...letter: Rock Bottom in Halifax (southshore.news)
• Four rural hospitals respond to report that says they are at risk of closure (wset.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They don't , they just wing it ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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