Sept. 27 | SEEDS for Success Learning Series, Part 4
Hosted in partnership with Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce, this last session of a four-part learning series is designed for anyone interested in turning their business idea into a reality. Attendance in the previous sessions is not required to attend this session. The workshop will be held at the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Fellowship Hall from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
 
Sept. 27 | Week #5 of VFD Citizens Fire Academy
The Valdosta Fire Department Citizens Fire Academy is in week #5 for citizens who are preregistered for the nine-week program. Participants will receive instruction on CPR/First Aid and all will receive their CPR certifications. Citizens Fire Academy is designed to give a behind-the-scenes look into one of the top ISO-rated fire departments in the state. For information, call 229-333-1835.
 
Sept. 29 | Week #3 of the VPD Citizens Police Academy
The Citizens Police Academy will meet for week #3 on Sept. 29, at 6:30 p.m., to learn about the Bureau of Support Service and to tour the 911 Center. The goal of the CPA is to give citizens a better understanding of the internal workings of a modern day law enforcement agency and, at the same time, promote a team concept between the VPD and the citizens they serve. Contact Capt. Kari Williams at 229-293-3099 for more information.
 
Oct. 1 | Rivers Alive Cleanup
Volunteers are still needed for the Rivers Alive Cleanup, hosted by Keep Lowndes-Valdosta Beautiful, on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9 a.m. to noon. For information about the event or to volunteer, visit www.klvb.net or call 229-671-3698.
 
Oct. 1 | National Fire Prevention Month Begins
October is National Fire Prevention Month, and the Valdosta Fire Department has various educational events—such as station tours, puppet shows and school visits, etc.—planned to teach and reinforce the lessons of fire prevention. Call the VFD Fire Safety Educator Tangela Rowe for more information or to schedule an event at 229-333-1835.
 
Oct. 1 | October is Community Planning Month
The City of Valdosta will observe Community Planning Month in October. Events observing this year’s theme “Civic Engagement” can be found on the city’s web calendar.