Charles City County Economic Development

10/13/2026

🎉🎨 **EXCITING NEWS FOR CHARLES CITY COUNTY!** 🎨🎉

💙 **ANOTHER SMALL BUSINESS IS COMING TO MARKET 5!** 💜

We are thrilled to welcome **Just Ceramics** to the Charles City County business community and the growing family of businesses at **Market 5!** 🥳

Just Ceramics will bring a fun, creative, and hands-on experience to Charles City, offering opportunities for residents and visitors to **PAINT 🎨 • CREATE 🖌️ • MAKE MEMORIES 💕**

Whether you're looking for a creative family outing, a fun activity with friends, or simply a chance to explore your artistic side, Just Ceramics will offer another exciting reason to visit Market 5!

✨ **NEW BUSINESS. NEW EXPERIENCES. NEW OPPORTUNITIES!** ✨

Every new business represents another step forward in supporting entrepreneurship, encouraging local investment, and creating a vibrant community where small businesses can grow and thrive.

🎀 **GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION!** 🎀

📅 **Saturday, November 7, 2026**
📍 **Market 5**
11601 John Tyler Memorial Highway
Charles City, VA 23030

🎉 Stay tuned for more information about their grand opening celebration and special activities!

Please join us in giving **Just Ceramics** a warm Charles City County welcome! We encourage everyone to come out, show their support, and help celebrate this exciting addition to our local business community.

💙 **When small businesses grow, our community grows!**

09/09/2026

🏡✨ BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: North Bend Plantation is OPEN & Welcoming Guests!

Have you experienced one of Charles City County’s historic treasures?

North Bend Plantation is open and ready to welcome guests! Located right here in Charles City, North Bend is a historic Bed & Breakfast offering visitors an opportunity to enjoy Southern hospitality while experiencing centuries of local history.

Built in 1801, North Bend is a Virginia Historic Landmark and is listed on the National Register. The property has connections to President William Henry Harrison's family and served as Union General Philip Sheridan's headquarters during the Civil War.

🏡 Stay Overnight – Choose from beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites with private or shared baths and enjoy a full country breakfast.

📜 Explore the History – Guests can explore historic structures on the grounds through a self-guided experience, and private guided house tours offer an opportunity to learn more about North Bend's history and Civil War connections.

🌿 Relax & Explore Charles City – Enjoy the peaceful grounds, outdoor saltwater pool and other amenities, or use North Bend as your home base while exploring the Virginia Capital Trail, James River Plantations, Civil War trails and other nearby attractions.

📍 North Bend Plantation
12200 Weyanoke Road
Charles City, VA 23030

📞 Reservations & Information: (804) 829-5176
🌐 Plan your visit or learn more at North Bend Plantation

Whether you're planning a relaxing getaway, exploring Virginia history, or looking for another reason to discover Charles City County, Ms. Copeland and North Bend Plantation are ready to welcome you! 💛

Let's continue to visit local, support local, and share the many wonderful places that make Charles City County special.

09/04/2026

🍤🐟 Lunch or dinner plans? PRD Concessions has you covered!

Back by popular demand, they’ll be serving up delicious seafood favorites at the Dollar General on Courthouse Road today and tomorrow! Enjoy fish and chips, crab cakes, shrimp, oyster po’ boys, seafood platters, Philly steaks, and more! 😋

📅 Friday, September 4 & Saturday, September 5
⏰ 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
📍 Dollar General on Courthouse Road

Even better—a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Charles City County Sheriff’s Office to help support National Night Out on October 6! 💙⭐

Stop by, grab a great meal, and support a wonderful community event at the same time!

09/04/2026

🦀🦐 Labor Day weekend just got a whole lot tastier at Buckland Flowers & Produce! 🇺🇸☀️

From blue crabs and steamed shrimp to oysters, clams, scallops, catfish, soft-shell crabs, and fresh whole fish, Buckland has everything you need for a seafood feast or holiday fish fry! 🤤🔥

🚨 Don’t wait—place your preorder early to make sure your favorites don’t sell out! Check out the original post below for the full menu and pricing.

Shop local and make your Labor Day celebration delicious! 🦀🦐🦪🐟

09/04/2026

🛍️🌻 Looking for something fun to do this Saturday? Come out for the debut of Buckland’s Farmin’ Flea! 🚜🥳

Browse local vendors, hunt for hidden treasures, and find that one little thing you didn’t know you needed! Whether you’re a serious bargain hunter or “just looking,” you’re sure to have a great time. 😂

📅 Saturday, September 5
⏰ 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
📍 Buckland Flowers & Produce
7400 John Tyler Memorial Highway
🎟️ Free admission and parking!

Vendor spaces are still available for just $5! Contact Amber at 540-679-0654 to reserve your spot.

Come shop local, explore, and enjoy a beautiful Saturday in Charles City! 💛✨

Buckland’s Farmin’ Flea debut. 🛍️🥳🚜

We’re turning the farm into your Saturday shopping stop! 🌻

Come browse a whole lineup of vendors, hunt for those hidden treasures, find something you absolutely did not come looking for, and enjoy a little time at Buckland while you’re here. 😉

📅 Saturday, September 5th
⏰ 11AM- 4PM
📍 Buckland Flowers & Produce

Whether you’re a professional treasure hunter, a casual browser, or the person who says “I’m just going to look” and leaves with three bags… we want to see you! 😂

🛒 Vendor spaces are available!
Bring your goodies, set up your space, and let’s make this one heck of a flea market.

Come shop local. Come wander. Come find the weird little thing you didn’t know you needed. 🧺🌻

Buckland’s Flea Market.
One person’s clutter is another person’s treasure. ✨

09/04/2026

💐 Start your weekend with something beautiful—and locally grown!

The flower stand is OPEN this morning with fresh mixed bouquets available for just $20! Quantities are limited today, so stop by early and treat yourself—or brighten someone else’s day. 🌸🌿

📍 19881 The Glebe Lane, Charles City
⏰ Friday–Monday | 9:00 a.m. until dusk

Don’t forget to look for even more beautiful blooms this weekend at 1st Sundays at the Fields!

Let’s continue supporting our wonderful Charles City businesses! 💛

07/11/2026

🦀🍤 SEAFOOD LOVERS, THIS ONE’S FOR YOU! 🍤🦀

Mark your calendars for July 23, 2026 and make plans to stop by PRD Concessions at the Dollar General on Courthouse Road from 11 AM – 6 PM!

Whether you’re craving:
🐟 Fish & Chips
🦀 Crabcake Sandwiches
🍤 Shrimp Po’ Boys
🦪 Oyster Po’ Boys
🥩 Philly Cheesesteaks
🍽️ Seafood Platters

…or one of their many other delicious menu items, they’ve got lunch and dinner covered!

❤️ Even better, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Charles City County Sheriff’s Office to help support National Night Out 2026.

Come enjoy some amazing food while supporting a great cause and helping strengthen our community!

📅 July 23, 2026
⏰ 11 AM – 6 PM
📍 Dollar General – Courthouse Road, Charles City

Bring your appetite and help support National Night Out! 🚔🤝

07/08/2026

🚨 Calling All Vendors! 🚨

Supporting local businesses and community engagement go hand in hand. We're happy to share this vendor opportunity for National Night Out 2026. 🤝🏽🏢🚔

The Charles City County Sheriff's Office is now accepting vendor registrations for **National Night Out 2026**!

National Night Out is a nationwide event that brings together residents, community organizations, businesses, and law enforcement to strengthen neighborhood connections and build a safer, stronger community. ❤️🤝🚔

This family-friendly event is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your business, connect with local residents, and support a great community initiative.

📅 October 6, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Charles City County Social Center

Interested in becoming a vendor?

📞 Contact Kimberly Council at 804-652-2326 to register.

Let's come together to celebrate community partnerships, support local businesses, and make Charles City an even stronger place to live, work, and play!

07/08/2026

🌻🥫 Learn a Timeless Skill at Buckland Flowers & Produce! 🥫🌻

Looking for a unique, hands-on experience this summer? Join Buckland Flowers & Produce for their Farm Charm Workshop: Stock the Pantry Night and learn the art of canning fresh produce the way generations before us did.

Participants will spend the evening on the farm learning canning basics, asking questions, and creating canned goods to take home and enjoy. Whether you're a beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, this workshop is a great opportunity to connect with local agriculture and learn something new!

📅 Thursday, July 9, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 7400 John Tyler Memorial Highway, Charles City, VA
💲 $30 per person

Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today!

To register or learn more:
📞 540-679-0654
📧 [email protected]

Support local agriculture, learn a valuable skill, and experience the charm of farm life right here in Charles City! 🌱💚

07/01/2026

✨ Buckland Farms has 2 BIG announcements! ✨