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Fauquier Times | www.fauquer.com | October 31, 2018
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Ruritans make communities better By Anita L. Sherman Community Editor
The atmosphere was festive and the greetings friendly and warm as members, past members, special guests and friends gathered for cocktails and dinner at The Inn at Vint Hill on Thursday, Oct. 11. They were there to celebrate the 80th birthday of the Catlett, Casanova, Calverton Ruritans, a service group organized in Fauquier County in 1938. Ruritan Clubs, the first chartered in Holland, Virginia, have served America’s communities with fellowship, goodwill and community service since 1928. Morgan Applegate was there with his mother, Jane, a member for 12 years. Morgan, who has worked at Liberty Mutual for more than 10 years, honors his father’s legacy by contributing a $1,500 scholarship to the Ruritans each year, a generous gift that Nick Applegate was known for doing when Morgan attended Liberty High School. One of the club’s oldest members, Martin Dove, has been with the club for 52 years. His work spans years with the volunteer fire and rescue department, not only working, but training others. A scoutmaster for 30 years, Dove’s reach extends into numerous charitable organizations. Known in sports circles for his longstanding soccer camps, Chip Rohr hails from Manassas. He spoke at the gathering about his early mem-
FAUQUIER FOCUS ories of the club. “At the time, Catholic Calverton and Catlett were vying for a new school…the communities were divided over the outcome…Catlett was the final choice,” said Rohr recalling that the formation of the early club was an attempt to bring the two communities together, forming, in the beginning, the Calverton-Catlett Ruritan Club. Rohr couldn’t remember exactly when Casanova was added but it seemed perfectly logical that they should be included. A member for nearly 30 years, Rohr has vivid recollection of his impression when asked by friends to attend a meeting in Fauquier. “The men were all wearing suits and ties,” recalls Rohr, “these are the kind of fine people that I want to be involved with.” Friendship and fellowship kept Rohr crossing county lines to anchor himself as a CCC Ruritan member. “These are fine people doing fine things,” emphasized Rohr. James Fichthorn has been a member for six years. His son, Peter, another Liberty High School graduate,
nizations serving youth. Many clubs sponsor a Boy or Girl Scout unit. Glen Miselle, a member for 26 years, remembers in the early 90s storing wood in Wilbur Burton’s barn that would be distributed to needy homes. Ruritan National Director Dennis Bagnell commended the club for their 80 years of service. A former Fauquier County Board of Supervisor, Jay van Gelder serves as a Zone Governor. He was there representing the TIMES STAFF PHOTO/ANITA SHERMAN Bealeton-Remington Ruritan Club. Ruritan National President Guy Cox is Ruritan officers for the 2018-2019 welcomed by CCC Ruritan President were recognized: Roy Bergeron, Diana Dutton at the group’s 80th president; Martin Dove, vice-presianniversary celebration held Oct. 11 dent; Amanda Woodward, secretary; at the Inn at Vint Hill. James Fichthorn, treasurer; Glen Miselle, director; Joseph Migliaccio, and now father of three sons, a mem- director; Joseph Wilburn, director; ber for seven. James, who served as and Diana Dutton, past president. the evening’s cameraman, enjoys the Another former supervisor, Ray comradeship. He also respects the Graham summed up the room’s senfact that projects are locally based. timent. “Why are you a Ruritan,” “Like the Christmas baskets…that he asked, “it’s the people.” “We had helps people right in our commu- just moved to Fauquier County and nity,” said Fichthorn. Each year the I stopped for some barbecue, got CCC Ruritans put together more than to talking and found out they were 50 Christmas baskets for Fauquier Ruritans…that’s how I got started.” families plus provide scholarships. “You come for friendship and you While Ruritan National has nearly come for community…it’s a fantas25,000 members throughout the Unit- tic organization.” ed States, their direct work improves The CCC Ruritans meet the seclives in more than 900 local commu- ond Thursday of each month (except nities. Ruritan rarely has national pro- December – first Thursday) at either grams. Each club looks to its own com- Trinity United Methodist Church or munity, their needs and then works to the Casanova Parish Hall. They aladdress those needs. Most clubs work ways welcome new members. Conclosely with FFA, 4-H and other orga- tact Diana Dutton at 540-422-8293.
Nightlife
Live Music & Entertainment
Email event info to asherman@fauquier.com
SMITHSONIAN JAZZ MASTERWORKS ORCHESTRA // NOV. 4
Thursday, Nov. 1 Talent Show: 7-9 p.m. 201 Waters Place, Culpeper. All talent welcome – music, comedy, dance, juggling, poetry…even pet tricks at all-new talent show debuting at Beer Hound Brewery. Hosted by Steverino the Troubadour. Visit www.beerhoundbrewery.com.
Friday, Nov. 2 Cadillac Romeos: 8 p.m. Live music at McMahon’s Irish Pub and Restaurant. 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Visit www. mcmahonsirishpub.com Contact: 540-347-7203
Saturday, Nov. 3 Herb and Hanson Live on the Outdoor Stage: 5-8 p.m. Old Bust Head Brewery, 7134 Farm Station Road, Vint Hill, menu by Grilled Reaper Food Truck. Contact: 540-347-4777 Dan Frechette and Laurel Thomsen: 7 p.m. 4279 Janes Lane, Marshall. Stillwaters hosts intimate concert with guitar and violin duo. Potluck and conversation start at 6 p.m. Stay after concert for dessert and open mic. $15 suggested donation. Building community and creating Peace through music. Contact: 540-364-1739 Crossthreaded: 7 p.m. Live music at Orlean Market, 6855 Leeds
Manor Road in Marshall. Local Hume band plays bluegrass, country and oldies. RSVP for dinner. Contact: 540-364-2774 Live entertainment at Inn at Kelly’s Ford: 7-10 p.m. 16589 Edwards Shop Road in Remington. Contact: 540-399-1779 App Back: 7-10 p.m. 201 Waters Place, Culpeper. Enjoy these strumming musicians at Beer Hound Brewery. Visit www. beerhoundbrewery.com. Pete Baker: 8 p.m. Live music at McMahon’s Irish Pub and Restaurant. 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Visit www.mcmahonsirishpub.com Contact: 540-347-7203
Sunday, Nov. 4 Celebrate Swing King Benny Goodman: 4 p.m. 663 Castleton View Road, Castleton. Two-time Grammy-nominated music historian John Hasse and the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra return to Castleton for a performance and discussion of the life and music of the legendary “King of Swing” Benny Goodman at the Castleton Theatre. Visit www. castletonfestival.org. Contact: 540-937-3454 Live Irish Music: 5-8 p.m., Come enjoy live Irish music and a relaxed dining atmosphere every Sunday. Wonderful free event perfect for family and friends. Roast beef special. 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Visit www.mcmahonsirishpub.com Contact: 540-347-7203
opens performance, then Mississippi-born country music singer William Michael Morgan performs. Hylton Performing Arts Center Merchant Hall. Tickets $20/free to veterans and their families while supplies last. Visit www.hyltoncenter.org/ tickets. Contact: 703-257-1811 Cabin Creek Live on the Outdoor Stage: 5-8 p.m. Old Bust Head Brewery, 7134 Farm Station Road, Vint Hill, menu by Red Dog BBQ. Contact: 540-347-4777
Friday, Nov. 9
Sunday, Nov. 11
Bud’s Collective Live at Drum and Strum: 8 p.m. 102 Main St. Warrenton. Tickets $10. Children under 12 free with adult. Seating limited. Advance tickets recommended. Visit www. drumnstrum.com Contact: 540-347-7484 Josh Lowe: 8 p.m. Live music at McMahon’s Irish Pub and Restaurant. 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Visit www.mcmahonsirishpub.com Contact: 540-347-7203
Yon and Megan: 7-10 p.m. 201 Waters Place, Culpeper. Enjoy this duo at Beer Hound Brewery. Visit www.beerhoundbrewery.com.
Saturday, Nov. 10 Celebrating Veterans with William Michael Morgan: 8 p.m. 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. Voices of Service
HERB AND HANSON // NOV. 3
Saturday, Nov. 17 Rob Ickes, Trey Hensley and Jason Eady Live at Drum and Strum: 8 p.m. 102 Main St. Warrenton. Nashville heavyweight pickers and country singer. Tickets $30. Children under 12 free w/adult. Seating limited. Advance tickets recommended. Visit www.drumnstrum.com Contact: 540-347-7484
