About Smithfield's Gatling Pointe

Pottery Anyone? I'm not a big pottery guy, but I found these broken pottery pieces in our backyard in Smithfield, Virginia. They were found down the bank of our lot in the edge of a wooded area in a hole we had dug randomly. (A photo of where they were found is below)

Smithfield was established in 1750 and incorporated as a Colonial seaport town. Our county, Isle of Wight was settled by English settlers in the early 1600's. Our neighborhood, Gatling Pointe, is located where the Pagan and James Rivers meet. Indians inhabited our property during the period of time when the Jamestown settlers traded with the Indians on the southern shore of the James River, and what is now Isle of Wight County.

The pottery triangular piece is totally different and has a polished finish with some kind of Indian caricatures painted on it. The other pieces appear to come from the same bowl.

Our lot is on the marsh and we're on a waterfront cul-de-sac, which borders Moone Creek (named after Captain John Moone). I'd say the hole is at about the 10' above sea level mark and our home built is at the 19' above sea level mark. Our company, East West Partners of Virginia developed the company in 1988, and the property was a farm owned by the Edwin Gatling family.

Records indicate that there was a brick factory on the property, called the "Newport News Brickworks" which made bricks for the early Colonial homes. A sawmill was also on the property over 150 years ago. The land was also once owned by Mallory Todd, a Colonial sea merchant, who built a home in downtown Smithfield in 1753. Find out more about the history of the Gatling Pointe property.

Our home was built in 1996 and it's located on the marsh, near Moone Creek that surrounds the western past of Gatling Pointe.

The aerial photo above is of the Gatling Pointe Yacht Club marina and clubhouse. It is located at the mouth of the Pagan River and is bordered by Moone Creek.

For Information about East West Partners’ communities, visit www.eastwestcommunities.com. Discover the best in lifestyle communities at Founders Pointe, Eagle Harbor, Liberty Ridge, and The Riverfront at Harbour View. East West Realty Sales Centers are open 7 days a week on-site. Equal Housing Opportunity

For Information about East West Partners’ communities, visit www.eastwestcommunities.com. Discover the best in lifestyle communities at Founders Pointe, Eagle Harbor, Liberty Ridge, and The Riverfront at Harbour View. East West Realty Sales Centers are open 7 days a week on-site. Equal Housing Opportunity

Gatling Pointe Community Christmas Fund

For the past 23 years the Gatling Pointe Community in Smithfield, VA has been making Christmas a little brighter for those less fortunate than us. This year we have 4 families with children ranging from 6 months to 12 years. They aren’t asking for much – wipes and diapers for the babies, school clothes, coats, shoes, a toy or game, books, etc.

Here’s how you can help:

1. Make a cash or check donation to “Gatling Pointe Community Christmas Fund”

2. Buy a gift card for Bloom, Farm Fresh, WalMart, Target or Peebles.

Gift Cards and Cash and checks may be put in the Christmas Fund box at Gatling Pointe Yacht Club or delivered to 20543 Southport Landing.

3. Choose an item (or two) from the wish lists available at Gatling Pointe Yacht Club. Purchase the item, wrap it and label it w/ the recipient’s name. Please place your gifts under the Christmas tree at the club by Dec. 15^th . Be sure to check off the delivery box on the wish list sheet – so we know you have brought your gift down to the club.

4. Help shop, wrap and/or deliver gifts. Email your name to gpyc@charter.net.

Thanks for supporting this cause!

Come out and to our Holiday Shop at the Gatling Pointe Yacht Club and help a good cause! Take part in our raffle to help the Christian Food Pantry and stay for refreshments to help benefit our Adopted Families.

Gatling Pointe Holiday Shop
Tuesday, Dec. 6th
11 am - 7 pm
Enjoy complimentary hot beverages and holiday treats at the Gatling Pointe Yacht Club in Smithfield, Virginia as you shop from local vendors. Items for sale include jewelry, skin care products, gourmet treats, handmade items, chocolates and giftware. Lots of great stocking stuffers and hostess gifts!

Special Raffle to benefit the Christian Outreach Food Pantry - Bring a can or boxed food product - receive a raffle ticket or purchase raffle tickets - $1 each or 6 for $5 - proceeds go to the Food Pantry. The Girl Scouts will also be collecting gently used coats, blankets, gloves, hats, mitens, and scarves for their "Keep them Warm" project.

Beer, Wine, Soft Drinks, Soups and Salad will also be available for purchase while you are shopping. A limited number of vendor spaces are available - please call 357-0693 or email gpyc@charter.net or click here for a vendor application. Proceeds from this event benefit our adopted families from Smithfield Cares Christmas Program.

Gatling Pointe is a waterfront community in Smithfield, Virginia. Visit www.gatlingpointe.com for more information.

December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing- Bring a gift for our Adopted Isle of Wight Family. Come help support our adopted family again tonight at the Gatling Pointe Yacht Club.

Bonfire, Movies and Boat Lighting
Friday, December 2nd
5:30-9 pm
Join us for this annual community event! Invite your friends and neighbors and help kick-off the holiday season in Gatling Pointe.

Outside, we have fire pits where you can roast hot dogs and make s'mores. Cups of soup, chili, Brunswick Stew, and hot chocolate are also available for purchase. We'll also be showing outdoor holiday movies.

The Smithfield High School Band be playing festive music and lead us down the pier for the boat lighting at 7:30 pm.

Inside, you can enjoy our dinner buffet while it lasts or choose our regular menu or wings and beer special.

Everyone is encouraged to bring their donation for the Gatling Pointe Community Christmas fund. Suggested donation is a minimum of $10 per family or a gift from our adopted families in wish lists.

(Each year we adopt a family in Isle of Wight County)

Please note: This event is for everyone. You do not need to be a club member. Reservations are not needed.