2011 Gallery

Fisherman

Norman Rountree, of Chuckatuck, Va., was laid off from his day job and has since struggled to make ends meet during the economic downturn...Submitted by: Jason Hirschfeld.

Helping hand

Austin Nohe, 4, helps his father, Dean Nohe...Submitted by: Vicki Cronis-Nohe

Home Again: Words of encouragement

Cynthia visiting from Broadrock Baptist Chuch gives words of encouragement to Elijah one of Rennettes young son...Submitted by: Renee Munson.

Home Again: Beholding an act of kindness

Stysyn a resident of Home Again observes his mother become overwhelmed with emotion during a visit from a group of women visiting from Broadrock Baptist Church...Submitted by: Renee Munson.

Home Again: Getting to know the residents

Rennette becomes overwhelmed with emotion during an uplifting visit from a group of women from the Broadrock Baptist Church...Submitted by: Renee Munson.

Home Again: A visit from Broadrock Bapist Church

Two of the women visiting from Broadrock Baptist Church talk amongst themselves while CJ a resident of Home Again finishes his home work...Submitted by: Renee Munson.

Pretty in pink

This pretty pup shows off her awesome outfit at the 4th Annual Bring on the Bulls event: Submitted by: Nina Beck

Blushing

This little girl gets a kick out of the kisses she received from this patriotic pit bull: Submitted by: Nina Beck

Who are you?

Mocha, the brindle pit bull on the left, meets a new friend at the 4th Annual Bring on the Bulls event: Submitted by: Nina Beck

Sun-bathing

This is Bella, a three legged pit bull enjoying some time in the sun: Submitted by: Nina Beck

Kiss a bull

his is Honey Bee manning the kissing booth at the 4th Annual Bring on the Bulls event sponsored by the Virginia Beach, SPCA: Submitted by: Nina Beck

Hey! What’s this?!

Playful pup Finnegan wants to get a good sniff of the camera: Submitted by: Nina Beck

I love my mommy!

This lovely girl got plenty of attention at the Bring on the Bulls event...Submitted by: Stephanie C. Ramirez

I’m living the good life

ust 10 weeks old, one could only imagine how much attention this darling pup was getting. Submitted by: Stephanie C. Ramirez

Hey!

Didn't catch the name of this guy, but he gave me plenty of attitude with his eyes that I HAD to submit this one. Submitted by: Stephanie C. Ramirez

Waiting Patiently

This boxer was patiently waiting for mom and dad to finish up at the booth when it made eye contact with me. Submitted by: Stephanie C. Ramirez

All babies need love

This puppy was one of many that was in need to be adopted to a loving family. Submitted by: Stephanie C. Ramirez

The 99 Percenters/Occupy Norfolk 4

About 50 people marched past stopped traffic on Waterside Dr. Saturday evening, protesting corporate greed in America. Submitted by: Laine Rutherford

Miriam Explains Havdalah

After reciting a Hebrew blessing and explaining its meaning in English, Miriam extinguishes the Havdalah candle in a symbolic glass of wine. Submitted by: Laine Rutherford

Friends helping Friends

Saturday afternoon had veteran volunteer, Helen Griggs (84), taking Dolly (87) out for a day getting groceries. Submitted by: Lili Valentine

Seniors helping Seniors

Dolly waits patiently as her friend & Sr. Companion Volunteer, Helen Griggs, loads her purchases. Submitted by: Lili Valentine

Altruism

Helen Griggs (on the right) has been working as a Volunteer w/ Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia for quite some time now. Submitted by: Lili Valentine

The 99 Percenters/Occupy Norfolk

Police stopped traffic on Waterside Drive to let a small, but vocal, group of protesters march through the streets of downtown Norfolk and share their views on corporate greed in America: Submitted by: Laine Rutherford

The 99 Percenters/Occupy Norfolk

Participants in the Occupy Norfolk protest found a captive audience in the cars stopped at the light on Waterside Drive early Saturday evening: Submitted by: Laine Rutherford

meeting needs

The Virginia Beach United Methodist Church hosts a community brunch on the 2nd Saturday of every month: Submitted by: Lili Valentine

preparing for the Community Brunch

Girl Scout Troop 889 worked diligently to help set the bountiful tables & prepare the social hall of the Virginia Beach First United Methodist Church for the "all you can eat" pancake brunch: Submitted by: Lili Valentine

Do-Gooders

Partnering to help those in need, Cub Scout Troop 141, prepared and served a pancake breakfast to the appreciative guests of PiN Ministy...Submitted by: Lili Valentine.

Laughter and Lessons

Visual art class participants enjoy jokes and laughter while they paint their tiles...Submitted by: Lee Krohn.

Mindful Meditation

Once the tiles are painted with a cobalt mixture they will be kiln fired and given to the participants for free...Submitted by: Lee Krohn.

Free Classes Rock!

Community members partake in free Hermitage Museum and Gardens visual arts class on a sunny Saturday afternoon...Submitted by: Lee Krohn.

Sketching in the Sun

A member of the Hermitage Museum and Gardens sketches a design for his tile from the inspiration of the surrounding landscape...Submitted by: Lee Krohn.

Teacher and Tile

Stephen Marder, the Visual Arts Studio Manager of Hermitage Museum and Gardens, explains the age-old technique of painting tiles with a cobalt blue solution...Submitted by: Lee Krohn.

PiN Ministry – a safe haven for those in need

it's just after dawn when PiN Ministries Executive Director, Dallas Stamper, opens the door to the dining area for guests to gather, have coffee and find a moment of rest before they will line up for the pancake breakfast...Submitted by: Lili Valentine.

PiN Ministy ~ organizations coming together to meet the needs of others

PiN Minitries Executive Director Dallas Stamper takes a moment to thank Mike from Atlanitic Foundations whom is helping to build a much needed picnic style shelter, which was made possible by the gracious donations from another organization...Submitted by: Lili Valentine.

Follow Your Food ~ Five Points Community Farm Market

As Laura Tabb restocks the produce, she marvels over the quality of kale the market has recently recieved. Want to try a variety of sesonal vegtables ~ sign up for a CSA...Submitted by: Lili Valentine.

Hoffler Creek Wildlife Foundation

Hoffler Creek Wildlife Reserve, located in the Churchland area of Portsmouth relies on its volunteers to maintain it's beauty: Submitted by: Robbie Hickman

Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve

Volunteers working on clearing downed limbs from the last storm at Hoffler Creek: Submitted by: Robbie Hickman

Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve

Volunteers clearing the kids trail, which at the end of the month, this trail will turn into the Haunted Woods for Halloween: Submitted by: Robbie Hickman

Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve

Volunteers at Hoffler Creek taking on downed limbs. The park (which is open to the public) relies on its volunteers for the maintenance: Submitted by: Robbie Hickman

Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve

Grounds maintenance is very important at the park and with the help of volunteers, it shows: Submitted by: Robbie Hickman

Inside the Get Fresh Cafe ~ A Healthy Alternative

he Get Fresh Cafe, located inside the Five Points Community Farm Market, was recently featured on the Food Networks ~ Diners, Drive-ins & Dives: Submitted by: Lili Valentine

Volunteering for the Lafayette River

The subject is Yenalea S. Reyes, Age 11, she is holding a medallion that says "Don't Forget, Drains to the Lafayette". Submitted by: Erin Douglass

Movement in Motion

Movement in motion begs for an answer. Who is she and why is she there? Submitted by: Dedra Theoret

Amy – A surivor’s story

Meet Amy. She is a breast cancer fighter but more importantly, a survivor! Let her story serve as a reminder to get checked regularly!...submitted by: Stacey Salerno.

The Real Superman

Austin Nohe, 4, hugs his father, Dean Nohe, while sharing his coveted Superman cape with him for the evening: Submitted by: Vicki Cronis-Nohe

Caring

Joy Linda leaves for the day. She is taking some pink ribbons to her son’s football game: Submitted by: Thomas Siegmund

Laying Down the Rules

Joy Linda talks to Selma, Mamie, Diane, Sarah, Emma and Cynthia, the Women from the Broadrock Baptist Church: Submitted by: Thomas Siegmund

Lunch

Larry form the All Saints Episcopal Church delivers brown bag lunches to this home on Saturdays: Submitted by: Thomas Siegmund

Meeting the Residents

A group of women from the Broadrock Baptist Church stopped by for a visit and tour of the shelter: Submitted by: Thomas Siegmund

Bassinet Stands Ready

An old bassinet, donated but in working order, clean and bright white filled with toys, stands ready on the first floor front hall. This program is prepared to help with children of all ages...submitted by: Thomas Siegmund

Home Again, Home for Woman and Children in Need

From the outside looking in of this very beautiful, private and unassuming three story brick house in downtown Richmond, Joy Linda, Program Director of Home Again, an alternative housing program for women and children in need, addresses a group of visitors...submitted by: Thomas Siegmund.

The Virginia Beach SPCA-A Shelter for ALL Animals

Chancy is a green Macaw surrendered to the Virginia Beach SPCA...Submitted by: Pamela Monahan

Amy for Breast Cancer Awareness

Amy is currently in a fight with breast cancer. She has the spirit of hope: Submitted by: Stacey Salerno

The Hug

I volunteered to work at the art show for the Chesapeake Bay Art Association yesterday. The group supports the arts and provides scholarships to art students to enable them to pursue their talents...submitted by: Linda House

While Shooting for Good…

Jennifer Ditona (right), co-founder of Shoot For Good, takes the time to get to know a young woman at PiN Ministry's weekly pancake breakfast...submitted by: Julie Larkin.

Taking Care of the Whole Person

Thanks to donations from local businesses and volunteers, PiN Ministry feeds the mind, body and soul. Every Saturday after breakfast, they hold a recovery meeting at Beach Pentecostal Church in Virginia Beach, for people struggling with addictions...submitted by: Julie Larkin.

Who Could Say No to More Bacon?

Time for seconds at PiN Ministry's weekly pancake breakfast at Beach Pentecostal Church in Virginia Beach...submitted by: Julie Larkin.

Giving Back

PiN Ministry and the Boy Scouts work together to help the homeless in Virginia Beach. The young men of Troop 141 serve the breakfast they prepared as one way to give back to their community...submitted by: Julie Larkin.

Volunteering for PiN Ministry (People in Need)

Congressman Scott Rigell gets to know Steven Thompson and his son Joshua as they cook pancakes for the homeless in Virginia Beach...submitted by: Julie Larkin.

Car trouble

Frank had a flat tire this morning, his son in-law came over changed it for him. Submitted by: Joy Slinger

Day out

He came to pick her up from Sentara Village Nursing Center for a day out. Submitted by: Joy Slinger

Naomi

Naomi been at Sentara Village Nursing Center since 1998 when I was there. Submitted by: Joy Slinger

That’s a wrap

A Pit Bull Awareness Coalition volunteer, Kim Ferguson LeClaire, wheels away parts of the group's booth at the Bring on the Bulls event's conclusion...submitted by: Tom Feist.

A therapy dog and his boy

Young Hunter Morris, 9, gets some loving from his canine brother, Pavlov. The Morris family has had Pavlov since January of this year, and Pavlov has since earned his therapy dog certification...submitted by: Tom Feist.

Adopt me: I will love you forever

So maybe this fellow isn't a pit bull, but Zeus has some bully bloodlines and he's searching for his forever family. He's adoptable through the Pit Bull Awareness Coalition, where he is currently in foster care...submitted by: Tom Feist.

I’m a therapy dog

How many people think of "therapy dog" when they think of a pit bull? I watched for these little yellow tags at the Bring on the Bulls event in VB, because their irony in public perception spoke volumes for the message of the day's event--pit bull awareness...submitted by: Tom Feist.

A new “mommy?”

A woman is all smiles as she holds a puppy at the Bring on the Bulls event on Saturday at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront...submitted by: Tom Feist.

Mount Trashmore with the grandchildren

We purchased this owl at McDonald's Garden Center earlier in the day. We took our grandchildren to play at Mount Trashmore. Our 3 year old, Khayan, held his owl the entire time he was at the playground...submitted by: Kim and Ron Stites.

Maya at Bring on the Bulls

Maya, a Virginia Beach SPCA adoptable dog at Bring on the Bulls - handled by dedicated volunteer Sharon Haring...submitted by: Kristin Bissell.

Bring on the Bulls

Kathy Shambo, Humane Education Director at the Virginia Beach SPCA and Bring on the Bulls organizer, cuddles an adoptable Pit Bull mix puppy: Submitted by: Kristin Bissell

ONE

Installation artwork placed in the occupation. Please allow the artwork to speak without words. Peace...submitted by: Tess Amoruso.

Working for Our American Dream

Peaceful demonstrators from Occupy Norfolk, Day 3, Main and Commercial. Doing this work because they feel morally compelled to take action...submitted by: Tess Amoruso.

2011 Pig & Oyster Fest

the Pig and Oyster Fest was held at the 24th st Park at the oceanfront. this annual event is to benefit the Old Coast Guard Station....tickets sold out and everyone had a great time. Live music by Butter...submitted by: Robbie Hickman.

Everyone Doing Good

Peaceful demonstrators and peaceful Norfolk officers, all doing good. The demonstrators are participating in our democratic process, and the police are doing their important and valued service for all of us...submitted by: Tess Amoruso.

Fun While Helping

Two kids having fun while helping at McDonald Garden "build a scarecrow" raising money for CHKD. It means a lot to me when I can find ways to incorporate my children into fundraising...submitted by: Briana Cece.

Helping to Frame a View of the World From the Palm of Her Hand

Melissa Verkuilen, a volunteer with the Virginia Beach Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, soothes a kitten's anxiety while prospective adoptive families meander about the shelter...submitted by: Nora Firestone.

Compassion, Companionship and Comforters

Having just delivered one of several annual donations from their linen closet, Jeannine and Jordan Edwards of Virginia Beach hang around the city's SPCA to visit the hundreds of adoptable pets who hunger for families of their own...submitted by: Nora Firestone.

Home is Where the Heart is Shared

Virgia Green (left) gladly accepts assistance from Habitat for Humanity volunteer Angel Barnhill and Green's own grandson, Tyreek Tinsley, in construction of her soon-to-be new Virginia Beach town home...submitted by: Nora Firestone

Suffolk Humane Society

Linda Vetter a volunteer with the Suffolk Humane Society is holding a cat that is hoping to go home with a loving family soon: Submitted by: Brittney LeCompte

Suffolk Humane Society

Linda Vetter of the Suffolk Humane Society is helping Eddie Monson and son Dominic decide on which cat they want to take home: Submitted by: Anthnette LeCompte

Hampton BSA Troop 218

Members of BSA Troop 218 in Hampton work to clear weeds and debris at the Hampton America Legion hall. The American Legion hosts bingo and local baseball games for area schools: Submitted by: Anita Arbogast

Taking a Moment

Halfway through their weekly 12 hour shift, Chris Clements and Nathan Hilton of Virginia Beach Rescue 5 take a few moments waiting for the next emergency: Submitted by: Jennifer Chassee

All Come Together

Virginia Beach Rescue & Fire come together to respond to a priority one at a retirement community and are preparing transport to the hospital: Submitted by: Jennifer Chassee

Suffolk Humane Society

Cindy Confer a volunteer with the Suffolk Humane Society is showing off three kittens that are up for adoption: Submitted by: Brittney LeCompte

Arriving at Scene

Chris Clements volunteer for Virginia Beach Rescue 5 responding to a priority one emergency: Submitted by: Jennifer Chassee

Rescue at Work

Chris Clements volunteers for Virginia Beach Rescue 5. He's assisting a patient before transport to hospital: Submitted by: Jennifer Chassee

Suffolk Humane Society

Linda Vetter a volunteer with the Suffolk Humane Society is socializing with a kitten that is up for adoption: Submitted by: Brittney LeCompte

Spending Time

Michele Ashworth sits with Billy Collier, a stroke survivor, once a week so his wife, Shirley can have some free time: Submitted by: Jennifer Chassee

Suffolk Humane Society

Linda Vetter of the Suffolk Humane Society helping Bobby Vann of Franklinof unload donated pet food. The food is going to the Partners Among Cats and Canines: Submitted by: Brittney LeCompte

Commonwealth ChalleNGe Family Day

I spent the day volunteering my photography services to Commonwealth ChalleNGe, an amazing non-profit National Guard organization located at Camp Pendleton, Virginia Beach, VA: Submitted by: Sarah Dennis

This years Pumpkin Patch

Cub Scout Pack 21 in Hampton, VA make the Wesley United Methodist Church: Submitted by: Anita Arbogast

This years Pumpkin Patch

ub Scout Pack 21 in Hampton, VA make the Wesley United Methodist Church pumpkin patch a sucess. Pack members and family line up this years pumpkins with a lot of hard work and care.: Submitted by: Anita Arbogast

This years Pumpkin Patch

Each one of these little pumpkins were placed by hand by the members of Cub Scout Pack 21 in Hampton, VA: Submitted by: Anita Arbogast

This years Pumpkin Patch

Pack members and family line up this years pumpkins: Submitted by: Anita Arbogast

This years Pumpkin Patch

Cub Scout Pack 21 in Hampton, VA make the Wesley United Methodist Church pumpkin patch a success: Submitted by: Anita Arbogast

This years Pumpkin Patch

Cub Scout Pack 21 in Hampton, VA make the Wesley United Methodist Church pumpkin patch a success: Submitted by: Anita Arbogast

Constructive Citizism

Tyreek Tinsley assists his grandmother Virgia Green with construction of her soon-to-be new town home in Virginia Beach: Submitted by: Nora Firestone

Souper Saturday

Souper Saturday just celebrated its 21st year in existence: Submitted by: James Thomas

Warming Up For The Cure

10th Annual Smithfield Hog Jog 5K Run/Walk : Submitted by: James Thomas

Celebrating FleetFest

Ed Smith of Virginia Beach was among the vintage car enthusiasts volunteering to show their favorite vehicles: Submitted by: Sally Hartman

Behind the camera

Congressman Scott Rigell takes time to show the community that everyone can Shoot For Good...Submitted by: Jennifer Ditona

Serving breakfast and the community

Congressman Scott Rigell spent Saturday morning volunteering his time to make pancakes...Submitted by: Jennifer Ditona

PIN Ministries

PIN Ministries, at the oceanfront, serves breakfast to the homeless every Saturday morning...Submitted by: Jennifer Ditona

Mahalo

Cricket Timme spends the first Friday and Saturday of every month performing traditional Hawaiian dances for local organizations...Submitted by: Jennifer Ditona

Lei Dance

Polynesian dancers perform for the residents of Consulate Healtcare of Norfolk...Submitted by: Jennifer Ditona

Love

The wedding of Andrew and Michelle Wolf in Williamsburg, Virginia today...Submitted by: Jesse Hutcheson

Girl Scout Cadette Troop 952 Visits Evelyn’s Wildlife Refuge

Girl Scout Cadettes Amber W., 12 and Grace J., 12, learn about rehabilitated orphaned raccoons...Submitted by: Pam Monahan

Wesley Memorial Church Sale

Wesley Memorial sells goods to benefit their church...Submitted by: Kathryn Nichols

Noblewomen at Oakdale Church, Norfolk

The Noblemen: Submitted by: Kathryn Nichols

3 legged pit bull doing agility

VBSPCA: Submitted by: Amy Solares

Chato getting the jump

VBSPCA volunteer: Submitted by: Amy Solares

Chato doing agility at Bring on the Bulls event

Amy Solares, VBSPCA volunteer: Submitted by: Amy Solares

Greeting Dice

Bring on the Bulls: Submitted by: Amy Solares

Crafting for Good

Vicki Bahr of 7 Cities Crafters leads a hands-on crafts workshop during the first Coffee Shop Hop at Cafe Stella in Norfolk...submitted by: Sally Hartman.

Hospitality for Haiti

Mariusz and Stella Pomianek were among the owners of seven independent coffeehouses in Norfolk helping...Submitted by: Sally Hartman

Making the Most of Music

Luke Hartman (on guitar) and John Millspaugh (on drums) were among the musicians and visual artists donating their time...Submitted by: Sally Hartman

Hope for Haiti

Cafe Stella: Submitted by: Sally Hartman

She Changed My Life

I’ve had the pleasure of babysitting and being a ‘big sister’ to Sadie Lane for 3 1/2 years now. She is a unique little girl with her own special abilities and she has really changed my life...submitted by: Meghan Fontenot.

Serving a Hot Meal — and Hope.

Edward Partham is in the Disciple Program at Union Mission Ministries Mens Shelter. It is a program geared towards helping the homeless in our community gain the skills needed to help bridge that gap and become self sufficient...submitted by: Dawn Montgomery.

She Changed My Life

I’ve had the pleasure of babysitting and being a ‘big sister’ to Sadie Lane for 3 1/2 years now. She is a unique little girl with her own special abilities and she has really changed my life...submitted by: Meghan Fontenot.

She Changed My Life

I've had the pleasure of babysitting and being a 'big sister' to Sadie Lane for 3 1/2 years now. She is a unique little girl with her own special abilities and she has really changed my life...submitted by: Meghan Fontenot.

Breast Cancer Awareness Ride

Heather Fay, a student at Va. Wesleyan College, decorates a tree in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness...Jerry Altares.

Breast Cancer Awareness Ride

Riders of all levels start the ride for Breast Cancer Awareness from East Coast Bicycles in Norfolk...submitted by Jerry Altares.

Breast Cancer Awareness Ride

Dotty Kello and Tracy Hayes of Norfolk exchange laughs before the start of the Breast Cancer Awareness ride...submitted by: Jerry Altares.

2011 Breast Cancer Walk..Harbor Park Norfolk VA

Mother and Daugher Rhonda and Makiya Brooks participated in the 2011 Breast Cancer Walk at Harbor Park. We walked to honor my grandmother Mary Wolfrey a 16 year survivor of Breast Cancer, This was Makiya's first time walking for the event...submitted by: Rhonda Brooks.

Breast Cancer Awareness Ride

Breast Cancer Awareness signs: Submitted by: Jerry Altares

Hurricane Irene Survivors at Evelyn’s Wildlife Refuge

Evelyn's Wildlife Refuge: Submitted by: Pamela Monahan

Breast Cancer Ride

Breast Cancer Awarness ride: Submitted by: Jerry Altares

Aloha!

"Cricket" Timme: Submitted by: Stephen Katz

Breast Cancer Awarness Ride

In the Field...submitted by Jerry Altares

Soup, Soap & Salvation at Union Mission Mens Shelter

Soup, Soap & Salvation is what Public Relations Director Linda Brown described as what they provide at the shelter...submitted by: Dawn Montgomery.

Boo!

spotted this skeleton in the back seat of a parked car when I pulled into a local drug store...submitted by: Brenda Pidgeon.

Teamwork with a smile.

Each of these Gentlemen play a key part in helping to make sure the Union Shelter runs smoothly and in providing a safe environment for all of the residents...submitted by Dawn Montgomery

Hope For Life Rescue

Hope for Life Rescue, a non-profit rescue organization that provides a safe temporary home environment for rescued, abandoned, neglected and abused street animals. They give them medical treatment, shelter and the love and care they deserve while working towards finding them the right forever home...submitted by: Chris Sjolund.

Hope For Life Rescue

Hope for Life Rescue, a non-profit rescue organization that provides a safe temporary home environment for rescued, abandoned, neglected and abused street animals...submitted by: Chris Sjolund.

Union Mission-Serving and Saving

he two gentlemen here, Edward Parham Jr & Danny Frederick are participants in the Disciples Program at Union Mission. It is a program that was designed to help provide on the job training for the homeless in our community...submitted by: Dawn Montgomery.

Yummy!

Ginny, age 5, enjoys cookies and milk at Cafe Stella as a part of the Coffee Shop Hop to benefit Haiti.

We Create Our Community

This picture was taken at Cafe Stella at the 7 Cities Crafters' table as a part of the Coffee Shop Hop to benefit Haiti...submitted by: Casey Pherson.

Hope For Life Rescue

>Hope for Life Rescue, a non-profit rescue organization that provides a safe temporary home environment for rescued, abandoned, neglected and abused street animals...Chris Sjolund

Hope For Life Rescue

Hope for Life Rescue, a non-profit rescue organization that provides a safe temporary home environment for rescued, abandoned, neglected and abused street animals...submitted by: Chris Sjolund.

Food Stand Volunteers

Food stand volunteers work at the Devin A. Snyder Soccer Classic in Cohocton, NY. The soccer tournament is named after a 21 year old army sergeant that was killed by an IED in Afghanistan on June 4th, 2011...submitted by: Gregory Hodges.

Stylin’ for a Cause

Friends, Cassandra Matayoshi (left) and Jessica Rodriguez had just finished participating in a “Make Strides to end Breast Cancer walk and were about to take in the Bra-Ha-Ha Exhibit when I asked if they would let me take a picture...submitted by: Sandra Snider.

Hope For Life Rescue

Hope for Life Rescue, a non-profit rescue organization that provides a safe temporary home environment for rescued, abandoned, neglected and abused street animals...submitted by: Chris Sjolund.

Young Art Enthusiast

At the Chesapeake Bay Art Association Art show today I was speaking to the artist and this young lady began admiring the art...submitted by: Linda House.

Bosom Buddies

Bra-Ha-Ha exhibit at the MacArthur Center Mall in Norfolk: Submitted by: Sandra Snider

Birthday

Grandparents, even from afar, give the best love...submitted by: Jesi Owens

New Friends

Cyrus and Finnegan: Submitted by: Diana Dalton

Girl Musicians Rock!!

I was blown away: Submitted by: Linda House

Break Time

Honey Bee takes a break from her kissing booth duties at the VBSPCA's Bring On The Bulls event held at the 17th Street park in Virginia Beach. The event was held to raise awareness about Pittbulls. Submitted by: Diana Dalton

Time out for a pose

Vania Fabbrizi takes a moment to give me a pose. Submitted by: Sandra Snider

Sold!!

It is a challenging time for artists who feel inspired to create despite decreased discretionary spending. Submitted by: Linda House

Dynamic Duo for Autism

Laura Dean and her son Jason Dean make a great team as they scrub a couple months worth of grime off my car at the Autism Society car wash at the Hanbury 7/11 in Chesapeake. Submitted by: Sandra Snider

Lil’ Buds

Jackson and Deegan....no holds barred friendship...Submitted by: Kara Taiclet

Volunteer Cutting Lumber

Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Roads building a four unit townhome for Virginia Beach families. Submitted by: Heidi Greiser Pines

Volunteers Working Together

Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Roads building a four unit townhome for Virginia Beach families. Submitted by: Heidi Greiser Pines

Volunteer Working Together

Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Roads building a four unit townhome for Virginia Beach families. Submitted by: Heidi Greiser Pines

Aphoria

he group Aphoria performs at Borjo to help raise money for Haiti. This was one of many performances seen at participating Norfolk coffee shops as part of the "Coffee Shop Hop". Submitted by: Meredith Nall

Volunteers Install Siding

Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Roads building a four unit townhome for Virginia Beach families. Submitted by: Heidi Greiser Pines

Volunteers Working on Overhang

Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Roads building a four unit townhome for Virginia Beach families. Submitted by: Heidi Greiser Pines

Girl and her Scarecrow

This girl was very proud of the scarecrow that she and her grandmother made. Submitted by: Briana Cece

Tri-Pit on Agility Course

A Tri-legged Pit dashes through the Agility Course with the encouragement of a member of the Pitbull Awareness Coalition. Submitted by: Leslie Woodruff

English Bulldog Tests Agility Course

An English Bulldog tentatively tests the tunnel at the agility course during the 4th Annual Bring On The Bulls event at 17th Street Park in Virginia Beach. Submitted by: Leslie Woodruff

Bridge Repair

Stephen Hopkins - a volunteer for the Chesapeake Arboretum - and others work Saturday morning to repair a walking bridge along the arboretum's hiking trail which was damaged during Hurricane Irene. Submitted by: Stephen Katz

Third Eye Boy

An entertaining boy at the McDonald Garden "Build a Scarecrow" project helping to raise money for CHKD. Submitted by: Briana Cece

The Quiet Helpers

In the midst of humans creating scarecrows for CHKD (at McDonalds Garden), this quiet helper was working away at making this world a better place. Submitted by: Briana Cece

The Great Kisser

This Great Kisser is YeYo, he is a friendly boy who loves to flirt and happens to be a Pit Bull. Submitted by: Katrina Dutchover

Happy Volunteer

This CHKD volunteer had been working all day at McDonalds Garden "Build a Scarecrow". She greeted everyone with a smile and was thrilled to have her photo taken and even more excited when she heard about Shoot for Good. Submitted by: Briana Cece

Coffee Shop Hop

Local Norfolk coffee shops team up to provide entertainment and coffee for a good cause. Submitted by: Meredith Gramer

Workin’ it for Autism

Madison Lowrey, Amanda O'Keefe are working the traffic at the 7/11 on Hanbury in Chesapeake. Submitted by: Sandra Snider

Bridge Repair

Mik Lestyan (center) - Chesapeake's Urban Forester - and Bob Fountain - Chesapeake Arboretum's Volunteer Coordinator - work Saturday morning to repair a walking bridge. Submitted by: Stephen Katz

Kisses

This Great Kisser is YeYo, he is a friendly boy who loves to flirt and happens to be a Pit Bull. Submitted by: Katrina Dutchover

Great Pumpkin

Michelli Booker - chairperson of education for the Chesapeake Arboretum - makes a giant papier-mache pumpkin. Submitted by: Stephen Katz

Adoption Donations Needed

A Pittbull gets a loving pat while waiting for donations at the 4th Annual Bring On The Bulls event at 17th Street Park in Virginia Beach. Submitted by: Leslie Woodruff

Annual Bring On The Bulls Event

A Norfolk SPCA Volunteer gets some sweet kisses from a Pittbull up for adoption at the 4th Annual Bring On The Bulls Event in Virginia Beach. Submitted by: Leslie Woodruff

Sleeping Pit Pup

A tuckered out pit pup basks in the sunshine at the VB SPCA 4th Annual Bring On The Bulls event at 17th Street Park, Oceanfront, Virginia Beach. Submitted by: Leslie Woodruff

Anna and Elysia

Anna H. 13, is a regular Virginia Beach SPCA junior volunteer, who loves volunteering at the shelter. Submitted by: Pamela Monahan

Alzheimers Walk

Randy Greenwell talking to volunteers he had captured for Shoot For Good on Saturday morning. Submitted by: Kat Marsh

Alzheimer’s Walk

During the walk, participants gave their flowers in honor of those affected by the disease to volunteers. They planted the flowers together to symbolize how everyone could band together for a cure. Submitted by: Kat Marsh.

Norfolk SPCA

Robert and Hannah Kennedy looking to take home another feline friend from Hampton Roads only "No Kill" SPCA. They do not perform euthanasias at this SPCA. Submitted by: Gage Ditona

Driving By

While driving to another event, I came across the Flea Market for Missions! Harvest Assembly of God organized the flea market. Vendors could rent our spots or tables and the fees paid for renting went to support various mission groups affiliated with Harvest Assembly. Submitted by: Meredith Nall

PiN Ministry Pancake Breakfast

Photo taken by Representative Scott Rigell. Executive Director of PiN Ministry Dallas Stamper (left) and other "Good"-ers participating in the pancake breakfast at Beach Pentecostal Church in Virginia Beach. Submitted by: Damian Garcia.

Grilling for Missions

As part of the Flea Market for missions, Jerry Holley and other volunteers ran a concession stand. All of the proceeds will go to support the efforts of Mindanao Blessings International. Submitted by: Meredith Nall.

Yoga for Life

Michelle O'Neal - a 2007 breast cancer survivor - participates in Yoga for Life on Saturday morning at the Chesapeake Arboretum in observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Submitted by: Chelsea Kidd.

Leap of Faith

Khauri McClain, 15, leaps high in the studio during a Christian based karate program at the Park Place Child life center today. For decades, the Park Place neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia, has been challenged by poverty. Submitted by: Alex Burrows.

Sk8R

Sk8R @ Mt. Trashmore. Submitted by: Nan Byrne.

PiN Ministry Pancake Breakfast

People in Need Ministry volunteers preparing their weekly pancake breakfast. Submitted by: US Representative Scott Rigell (R-VA02)

Best Kiss

This Great Kisser is YeYo, he is a friendly boy who loves to flirt and happens to be a Pit Bull. The Virginia Beach SPCA's "Bring on the Bulls" event is all about dispelling myths about bully breeds, promoting responsible ownership, and ending breed discrimination. Submitted by: Katrina Dutchover.

Hula Gal

Chris Buhler with Kaliki's Klan. Submitted by: Stephen Katz

Lafayette Park

Festivities taking place at Lafayette Park. Submitted by: Gage Ditona

Ivy’s Pet Project-Kritters for Kids

I began "Ivy's Pet Project" two years ago as a way to honor our family dog, Ivy and as a way to raise awareness of the Virginia Beach SPCA and to help the shelter animals there. Submitted by: Nan Byrne.

Yoga for Life

Yoga instructor Paula Slagle guides participants through Yoga for Life on Saturday morning at the Chesapeake Arboretum in observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Submitted by: Chelsea Kidd

Sk8R Event @ Mt. Trashmore

City of VB sponsored a Sk8R event. Submitted by: Nan Byrne

Lafayette Park

Mom playing tennis with her son and son's friend. Submitted by: Gage Ditona

To the Rescue

Caught this photo behind Sentara Virginia Beach Hospital. Submitted by: Nan Byrne

Norfolk SCPA

Matthew and his newly adopted best friend! Submitted by: Gage Ditona

Present and Future

Henley's Farm Stand. Submitted by: Paula Marsh

Look!

More kids being kids @ Mt. Trashmore. Submitted by: Nan Byrne

Developing Skills

Daniel Dance, 12, preforms an athletic karate leap over Khauri McClain, 15, during a karate class at the Park Place Child Life Center on 35th Street in Norfolk. Submitted by: Alex Burrows

Little Beauties and the Scarecrow

Samantha Lomanno along with her BF, Olivia Mason from Chesapeake, VA find the materials to build and beautify their fall scarecrow's. Submitted by: Kathy Keeney

Out for a Walk

Anna H., a volunteer at the Virginia Beach SPCA takes one of the cats for a walk around the building. Submitted by: Aster Bagtas

“Jack” finds a new home!

My mom, Danielle Womacks, has been looking for a small/medium size dog. I took her today to the Portsmouth Humane Society where we met this little dog (Kimchi). Submitted by: Florence Womacks

“Kiss-A-Bull”

Pitbull Honey-Bee kisses Shawn Drew, an SPCA volunteer, at the kissing booth during the VBSPCA's Bring on the Bulls event. Submitted by: Diana Dalton

Park Place Friends

Here are two eight-year-olds that are full of life and participating in a Saturday program at the Park Place Child Life Center on 35th Street in Norfolk. Submitted by: Alex Burrows

All Volunteer Fire Department

The Cohocton All-Volunteer Fire Department leads the parade at the Cohocton Fall Foliage Festival in Western New York. Submitted by: Gregory Hodges

Boys Don’t Put Down Those Scissors

Brother's Luke and Jake Dunlap from Suffolk, VA were in mutual concentration today as they helped their Grandmother Bobbi Bowery of Chesapeake VA, construct a scarecrow benefitting The Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters. Submitted by: Kathy Keeney

Kitty Love

Michalea, age 13, and Morgan, age14, working in the Virginia Beach SPCA with one of the cats, Suzy, available for adoption. Submitted by: Renee Barger

Noble Women Doing Noble Deeds

Jenn White of the Noblewomen assisting a customer at the Noblewomen Yard Sale at the Oakdale Church in Norfolk. Their organization helps great local children in need. Submitted by: Renee Barger

Popcorn for Sale

Jerzy and Kasper Jacklich are members of Cub Scout Pack 31. They are selling popcorn in Ghent to help support Boy Scouts. They like camping, the Pinewood Derby and the Raingutter Regatta. Submitted by: Brenda Pidgeon

Sporting the Pink

Sporting a pink mohawk the driver of the 28 car makes his way around the track. Submitted by: Victor Rodriguez

Evelyn’s Wildlife Refuge

A wildlife refuge in the backyard of a lovely Virginia Beach home, Evelyn's Wildlife Refuge is a haven for all of Nature's creatures in need, and helps in the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned wildlife native to Virginia. Submitted by: Tom McElvy