WHAT’S HAPPENING IN FORD’S COLONY

 

 

In April and May this year, the Strategic Planning Committee held four in-person Café Style workshops to hear from residents on what aspects of Ford’s Colony life are important to them to ensure and plan for the next five years. 

 

Following on those in-person workshops, the Committee is hosting two additional virtual sessions using Zoom to hear from those who were not able to make the in-person sessions. 

 

The two virtual Cafés will be held on Tuesday, October 13, at 7 p.m., and Monday, October 19, at 10 a.m. If you are interested in participating, please register by Saturday, October 10 and Friday, October 16, respectively, by contacting the Strategic Planning Chair at Strategicplanning-chair@fchoa.net. A link to join the virtual workshop will be emailed prior to the session. We look forward to hearing from you!

 

New - FCHOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING NOTES
The FCHOA Board of Directors (BOD) Meeting notes from the September 24, 2026 Regular Meeting are available (see attachment).  A Helmet Resolution and Solicitation Policy were adopted and are attached. These notes are shared to inform FCHOA Members of items discussed, and action taken at those meetings prior to formal minutes being published on the Portal.

 

Update - PAVING THE WAY TO SMOOTHER STREETS
Milling and paving of the Ford's Colony Drive inbound lane begins Tuesday, October 13, pending weather and equipment failure.  Blast emails and text alerts will be sent throughout the paving process. Stay alert and expect delays. A map of the affected area is attached.

 

 

Learn how to navigate the programs and mobile apps and get your questions answered. Feel free to bring your phone, laptop, or tablet and your username and password if you would like to be on your device during the presentation. Please arrive about 15 minutes early to get your device set up. Reservations are not required, but to help us set up enough tables, please send an email to questions@fchoa.net if you plan to attend.

 

Update - TOMORROW'S GFL PICKUP IS Recycle
Please email rvawphoasupport@gflenv.com or call 804-843-9288 for the HOA Contract division of GFL. Additionally, you can click on the "TRASH and RECYCLING" link in the REFERENCE section at the end of every What's Happening In Ford's Colony email to find all of the information regarding the trash and recycling services.

 

 

Chair Zumba is a new exercise option for those who have endured injuries, surgeries, or other health issues, and for anyone looking to participate in group exercise while enjoying great music, purposeful movement, and easy to follow guided choreography. Most of all, Chair Zumba is lots of FUN, and the type of class you’ve been hoping for.

 

All are welcome! The new class will begin October 16 in the CSB Exercise Studio from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m., weekly. For More Information, contact Zumba Instructor, Theresia Layman at theresia.layman@gmail.com.

 

 

It’s time for our annual yard sale! Vendor sign up begins now and will be open until space is filled. The first 10 people to register will be provided with one 8’ table. All other sellers must bring their own equivalent sized table. (Chairs are provided.) Vendor set-up is from 2 to 3 p.m.

  

If you need more information, contact Phyllis Eastman at reastman2003@verizon.net or 757-810-5490.

 

 

The fall social will be held at the Westbury bocce ball court and pavilion on Monday, October 19 at Noon. Hotdogs and hamburgers will be provided by the club. Members are asked to bring a side dish or dessert. There will be a brief announcement of board items and friendly games will be played, tournament-style, to conclude the day.

 

Bring your friends and let them in on the fun that we have on the bocce court. If you have never seen or tried bocce, come out and meet the members and give it a try. It is a bowling game “played with precision that involves rolling balls to get the closest to a smaller target (pallino).” Membership includes access to club equipment and scheduling of court times. 

  

Want more information? Contact Terry Lowe at  fcbbc1@gmail.com.

 

New - ALL ABOARD! MODEL RAILROAD OPEN HOUSE
Sunday, October 25 | 1 - 4 p.m. | See Flyer for Locations

 

All Ford's Colony residents are invited to attend. See progress being made on four model railroads in our neighborhood. Bring your kids, grandkids, friends, spouse, or anyone who likes trains.

 

Anyone who is interested in signing up to host a trunk or to RSVP, can use the link here. 

 

The Thriving at Home Committee is proud to offer a free seminar on “Staying Safe in Your Home” at S&T on October 28 from 2-3:30 PM. Presenters will address topics such as avoiding computer and phone scams, fire safety, and emergency preparedness. Various community agencies will also be present to share information about their services. No pre-registration required. Join us to learn about how to keep you and your loved ones safe in your home.
 
COMMUNITY

 

 

All documents (staples OK), CDs accepted. Documents shredded on site. Suggested donation of $5+ per bag

All proceeds benefit Scout BSA Troop 20 sponsored by King of Glory Lutheran Church

 

 

On Thursday and Friday evenings for dinner “The Colony Room” is open to all Ford’s Colony residents. Bar Bites menu is available for lighter meals. Please call the Dining Reservation line at 757-258-4107 or email andrew.borja@fordscolonycc.com.

 

Introducing Tee Up at the Performance Center, a program for beginning and returning golfers: https://marketing.clubcaddie.com/user/48183/files/Tee-Up_Fords_Colony.pdf 

 

Check out our social calendar of events here: https://fordscolonycc.com/social-calendar/ 

 

Learn more about the club: https://fordscolonycc.com/ 

 

Events listed here are open to all Ford's Colony residents and property owners. For more information on future events, click here.

 

A calendar view of events scheduled for this month is available by viewing the "EVENTS IN FORD'S COLONY" attachment to this message.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In-person Board of Directors and Standing Committee meetings are open to all HOA members and also available virtually. To obtain the virtual call-in number, contact Community Services at communityservices@fchoa.net, or call 757-258-4230.

 

The calendar of meeting dates and times is available on page 2 of every Talk of the Colony magazine or click on fchoa.org to view the meetings list on the Home page of the website.

 

TRASH and RECYCLING services information.

 

YOUTH AT YOUR SERVICE login to your Portal to access the listing of young people offering services, at a fee (dog walking, tutoring, yard work, and more). Available to print anytime in the "G - YOUTH AT YOUR SERVICE and CLUB MEMBER LISTS" folder.

 

FAQs frequently asked questions about the Ford's Colony Homeowners Association.

 

COMMUNITY CONTACTS a printable listing of contact information for local utilities, emergency medical facilities, FCHOA contacts, country club contacts and other emergency services near Ford's Colony.

 

PORTAL ASSISTANCE NEEDED? Click to contact Community Services.

Up-to-date information is available on fchoa.org and to view the current & past issues click on: Talk of the Colony.

 

 

 

  Resolution related to Helmets and 400_Solicitation & Political Campaigning_2026 for WHIFC.pdf
  Model Railroad Open House Tour.pdf
  Feeling Safe at Home.pdf
  EVENTS IN FORDS COLONY 2026-10 v3.pdf
  Resident Paving Map 2026.pdf
  Halloween Trunk Or Treat Flyer.pdf
  BOD Meeting Notes 09 2026.pdf