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f you want to take advantage of spring weather and spring sales, Marshall’s Main Street is the place to be the first weekend in April.

Named “The Great Historic Marshall Spring Sidewalk Sale,” the event’s title is proving to be prophetic, with more than 15 business owners banding together to offer incredible deals on all things esthetic and domestic beginning April 5.

However, the bigger picture is how this group of small-town businesses is working together to roll out the red carpet to area shoppers.

Daniel Moore, the owner of Daniel J.

Moore Design and his office manager, Tara Jelenic, had planned to do some spring cleaning and move surplus accessories to the front of the West Main Street shop in Marshall this month, but those plans changed.

“I mentioned it to Mauren at My Atelier, and she said she was getting ready to put some fabric remnants out but would wait and do it with us. That’s when I thought ‘Hm, I wonder if anyone else is interested…’ so I walked next door to see Candy at Flying Heron, and Gina from Joan of Art walked in while I was there and they both hopped on board,” said Moore.

“Dan is a client of mine and I mentioned to him that I had been planning on doing a warehouse sale as part of my drapery workroom’s spring cleaning. Since he was also

planning a sidewalk sale, I was thrilled to join forces to combine our efforts into a larger event for the entire community,” said Mauren Jones Pereira, the owner and operator of My Atelier, at 8343 West Main.

“The most exciting thing for me about events like the sidewalk sale is the opportunity to draw designers from as far away as DC to our town to patronize all of our local home decor businesses. It’s pretty unusual to have such a strong network of skilled artists, artisans, and retailers in one place that cater to one industry, so it benefits all of us to join forces to amplify our efforts to bring business to Marshall,” added Pereira.

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MORVEN PARK’S NEW EQUESTRIAN CENTER MANAGER Story by Chelsea Rose Moore Tell me about your role as Morven Park’s Equestrian Center Manager.

As Equestrian Center Manager at Morven Park, I am responsible for almost every aspect of the Equestrian Center. I oversee all Morven Park shows, including both the spring and fall horse trials, the annual carriage show, and now the addition of the hunter Summer Show Series. We rent our facilities to show managers to host their own shows at Morven Park, and I am their point of contact to facilitate those rentals. I also work with the events team to run our annual Polo in the Park series.

Before I started working here, we had three Morven Park-branded horse shows per year – the Spring Horse Trials, the Fall International Horse Trials and CIC, and the Morven Park Carriage Show in June. We have added six hunter shows to our calendar for this year. We also rent our facilities and have a dozen weekends of rentals on our calendar for dressage shows and other equestrian events. It’s good timing to increase Morven Park’s competition offerings and take advantage of this beautiful facility.

I loved riding every day and I loved teaching, but Morven Park is such an incredible place and has such amazing potential. The opportunity at Morven Park was one that I simply could not pass up. It’s the perfect role for me. It’s a way for me to combine my passion for horses with my love for business.

How would you explain the Horse Trials to someone unfamiliar with it?

It’s an event featuring three different disciplines: dressage, show jumping, and cross country. The competitors are assigned divisions based on different factors including the age of the rider, experience level of horse and rider, and desired fence height and level of difficulty of the dressage tests. For every division, each competitor’s scores – from dressage, show jumping, and cross country – are combined to determine a winner.

The dressage phase of the trials is held in an arena, and each horse performs a dressage test to demonstrate the level of communication between horse and rider and the horse’s balance, rhythm, and suppleness.

The show jumping phase of the trials is also held in an arena and consists of a course of 12 to 15 jumps.

The rider must complete the course of jumps within the time allowed and without knocking down any Franklin | Page 36

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Winner of the Viola T. Winmill Sidesaddle Chase Winner of 7th race DapperDan owned by Donna T. Rogers and trained by Neil Morris with Jacob Roberts up.

Cup Julie Nafe owner-rider of Gun Lobby. Photo by Photo by Liz Callar.

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AIRLIE RACE COURSE MARCH 16, 2019 Open Flat race #2 Painter’s Rags ridden by Keri Brion came in second to #5 Invocation IRE ridden by Sean McDermott, owned by Straylight Racing LLC. Photo by Joanne Maisano.

Winner of second division Maiden Hurdle race Gold Braid ridden by Graham Watters and trained by Neil R. Winner of amateur-novice rider hurdle Magical Lemon ridden by Brett Owings, owned by Nancy Roberts.

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The Power of Partnerships

By Heidi Baumstark

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t’s a powerful thing when a community comes together for a common good especially when the weaving of people’s talents and passions benefit some of the most deserving: our military servicemen and women.

Serve Our Willing Warriors—a charitable non-profit founded in March 2013—has formed strategic partnerships between local organizations throughout Northern Virginia.

Together, these groups are making a difference, impacting wounded warriors and their families who stay at the Warrior Retreat at Bull Run in Haymarket for six-day stays.

Known as the Warrior Retreat, the property in the Bull Run Mountains which opened in 2015 is the flagship program of Serve Our Willing Warriors (SOWW). To date, the non-profit has hosted about 300 wounded warriors along with approximately 700 of their family members invited to join them on their medically-cleared stays as they recover from physical and emotional injuries.

SOWW is aligning with businesses, veteran support groups, civic groups, churches, individual donors and other organizations throughout the national capital region including several Loudoun County entities. Joshua’s Hands and Station Stitchers provide handsewn quilts to warm bodies, hearts and souls.

The Mighty Oaks Foundation, a faith-based veteran service group, focuses on the healing aspects of those suffering from PTS through peer-to-peer recovery programs. Courtland Retreat for Healing and Learning in Aldie like SOWW provides complimentary stays for recovering military personnel and patients dealing with life-threatening illnesses.

SOWW is the brainchild of husband-andwife team, John and Shirley Dominick of Haymarket. John Dominick, a project manager for the U.S. Department of Defense and former Army medical corpsman, is SOWW’s vice president and co-founder. Shirley Dominick, a retired Air Force officer with 30 years of leadership, is SOWW’s president and co-founder. She served 10 years at the Pentagon managing communications and computer systems to support the Secretary of the Air Force, Air Staff, Joint Chief of Staff and the Office of the Secretary of Defense.

It all began with the Dominicks bringing Christmas gifts to injured soldiers at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda with their small group from Park Valley Church in Haymarket in December

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2006. This event ignited a passion in the hearts of volunteers and year after year more were recruited for the annual Christmas gift-giving. Summer cookouts began. Then a second hospital, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital in Fairfax County, was added.

“SOWW is an organization that was conceived as an idea and developed with the passion and commitment of an all-volunteer board and staff. Our mission soon grew into a total community effort that is now spreading throughout the Northern Virginia area,” John said. “SOWW has been successful in bringing different groups together in neighboring Fauquier and Loudoun counties who have caught the vision to help those who proudly serve our country.”

Today, warriors and their families can participate in programs and enjoy a “home away from home” for a time of relaxation and recreation on 37-acres that includes two guesthouses at the Warrior Retreat. It serves as a break from prolonged hospital care for recuperating service members and their loved ones who stand beside them. The Retreat lets the whole family relax and reconnect.

The first guesthouse at the Warrior Retreat opened July 4, 2015; the second house opened December 12, 2018. Each house is handicap accessible and can accommodate up to 12 people with five bedroom suites. The houses each have a gourmet kitchen, an elevator, wide-screen televisions, handicapped bathrooms, rec room, massage room, a gam-

ing room, pool table and a kitchenette. Outdoor amenities include a basketball court, playground, picnic area, hiking trails, patio and a wood-burning fire pit.

“Our caring staff and volunteers plan, coordinate and manage every aspect of the six-day stays based on the guests’ interests and preferences,” Shirley explained. “We offer several free activities including fishing excursions, helicopter tours, horseback riding, canine therapy sessions, professional photo shoots, visits to museums, shooting ranges, vineyards, historical attractions such as Manassas National Battlefield Park and visits to the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas.”

According to the founders, guests have experienced strengthened marriages, family relationships, breakthroughs from Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS), traumatic brain injury and new hope to offset depression and suicidal thoughts. And they don’t pay a dime.

On Sunday afternoons, guests are treated to a gourmet meal prepared and served by one of 40-plus professional rotating chefs and their volunteers. Larry Zilliox, director of culinary services, says, “Our Visiting Chef Program gives chefs a chance to give back doing what they love. Most guests suffer from PTS and don’t go out to restaurants because there is too much noise and commotion for them to have an enjoyable time. So we bring a fivePartnership | Page 46

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ONE WOMAN’S PASSION FOR FASHION

By Heidi Baumstark

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assion creates energy. And one local woman specializes in both.

Kelsy Dominick, founder of DiDomenico Design, has built a fashion career that has landed her designs on New York’s runway. On the other side of the globe, she has channeled her passion and entrepreneurship, helping women in developing countries to earn a living by teaching them the art of sewing.

African-American and Italian-born, Dominick comes from a lineage of strong women dedicated to hard work. In 2009, she graduated from Battlefield High School in Haymarket, and that year, launched DiDomenico Design selling her creations at high-end boutiques in Blacksburg while attending Virginia Tech. She graduated in 2013 with a BS in fashion design and international business.

It all started with pillowcases. At the age of

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nine, her mother taught her how to sew starting with the humble pillowcase. From her mother’s African-American relatives, Dominick learned from her grandmother, Lucille, who owned a business reupholstering chairs and couches. From her father’s Italian side, her Great Aunt Bessy designed elegant gowns and wedding dresses for her clientele of “Little Italy” in Belleville, New Jersey. On an old 1914 Singer sewing machine, her Aunt Bessy made sketches come alive.

Today, Dominick still uses that same Singer machine and it travels with her around the globe. In 2014, she was in Asia visiting Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore and Laos. In 2015, she stepped out to “sew the world” visiting countries like Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Haiti and Scotland, to name a few, and documented each journey with a fashion photo shoot dressed in fabrics from each country holding her trusty old Singer machine. One of her

dresses on the runway from New York’s Couture Fashion Week in September 2015 was made from gold fabric she found in Tel Aviv.

People can follow her travels on social media at #SewingTheWorld.

In 2017, her focused changed. Seeing a need to help women improve their lives, she embarked on teaching sewing classes. Meeting women who barely survived due to loss of a husband or other financial crisis motivated her to step up and make a difference, helping women to learn a profitable skill so they could support their families. With connections through Park Valley Church in Haymarket, Dominick’s first sewing class was in July 2017 in Manila, Philippines. “After a few lessons, the other women taught each other; they didn’t even need me anymore.”

Her second sewing workshop was in Africa. Last October, Dominick traveled to Passion | Page 11

Passion | From page 10 Malawi, the landlocked country in southeastern Africa, teaching sewing lessons to almost 100 women who made flowing skirts out of local fabric.

Traveling with In a Perfect World Foundation (IAPW), a non-profit that empowers youth worldwide with opportunities by bringing education, mentoring and artistic expression to high-poverty countries, she began her work there. “While IAPW helps kids, I wanted to introduce something to help the adults—the women in the community.” By serving as chair of IAPW’s youth advisory board, she is helping struggling communities make meaningful change.

The purchase of a handmade skirt is basically an investment to fund future sewing workshops through IAPW in other parts of the world. Dominick is helping Malawian women to sell their skirts for only $50, which lands customers with a one-of-a-kind skirt splashed with vibrant colors in unique patterns. Malawian fabrics have beautiful medallions in the middle of the design.

Last August while she was gearing up for her Malawi trip that fall, she posted a Facebook fundraiser challenge asking for donations for her birthday. With funds that poured in she bought two sewing machines that she left in Malawi. “IAPW matched that and donated another two,” Dominick said, “so the women can continue to sew and improve their skill after we’re gone. Most just wear fabric wrapped around their bodies; I’m trying to help them sell their skirts to people who can pay for them.”

The way it works is that donations come in ahead of time. Once Dominick arrives, she takes a whole day in the local outdoor market to pick out fabrics. Her class meets for about three weeks from 7 a.m. until noon; some women stay longer to continue on projects.

Basic sewing skills are taught to make a wrap skirt. They also learn how to add pockets and make fitted skirts. Wrap skirts are one-sizefits-all; some are floor length and variations in all garments are intentional. Once they complete the project, Dominick inspects each skirt and then the women get paid. A photo is taken of each woman. The photo, and a little bio Dominick wrote on the sewer, comes with each skirt.

“When I travel, I bring lots of fabric back home. When I see something I think, ‘Wow, I know what I can do with that!’ I love incorporating the culture of whatever country I’m in,” she says.

On top of all her travels, Dominick

designs custom pieces in her Haymarket studio including wedding gowns and elegant evening wear. Cynthia Baker chose Dominick to design her wedding dress for her big day, Oct. 8, 2017 in Haymarket. Baker was busy trying on wedding dresses at traditional bridal stores when her then fiancé, Drew Baker, asked if she wanted someone to design her dress. He knew just the person: Dominick, since they were friends from Battlefield High School.

Baker said, “I met with Kelsy and showed her photos of dresses I tried on. She took my measurements and took great notes. We met later, presented a drawing and gave me some options as far as lace and fabrics. She’s very professional and friendly and came back with what I wanted. It was really easy and a very pleasant experience.”

Dominick added, “Brides show me what they like and I tell them what would look good on them. Think about it: Their gown will be the only one that will ever exist in the world.”

This July, IAPW will be going to Guatemala to build a school. Dominick will be there to lead her third sewing class with her old Singer sewing machine by her side. “I’ve been blessed to travel and see fashion through the eyes of many cultures,” she says. “There is lots of artisanship in these developing countries. No one is giving them a platform to sell their creations. But when you teach someone, no one can take that back. That’s why we’re trying to empower people by teaching them a skill.”

Dominick’s passion spans many stages: from wedding aisles, to New York runways, to the poorest of developing countries. “The skirts start a conversation,” she says. “It gets people talking about a country you normally wouldn’t talk about.” And by purchasing a skirt made by Malawian women, customers

keep the passion strong, one stitch at a time.

Check out her website, www.didomenicodesign.com,which also includes links to purchase Malawian or Filipino skirts. Check out SewingTheWorld at www.sewingtheworld.org and follow her on social media at @sewingtheworld. Information on In a Perfect World Foundation can be found at www.iapw.org. ML Page 10: Kelsy Dominick (in black gown), founder of DiDomenico Design, stands with models wearing her exquisite designs during New York’s Couture Fashion Week in September 2015 at the Crowne Plaza in Times Square. Page 11, top: Second from left, Kelsy Dominick, founder of DiDomenico Design, with Malawian women. She taught the women how to sew beautiful flowing skirts during her trip in October 2018. Page 11, bottom: Cynthia and Drew Baker; Cynthia’s wedding dress was designed and sewn by Kelsy Dominick of DiDomenico Design.

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A DAY AWAY IN...

BERKELEY SPRINGS WEST VIRGINIA Story and Photos by Kaitlin Hill

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ust an hour and a half from Middleburg, you’ll find Berkeley Springs, West Virginia. Flanked by gorgeous state parks and home to Roman-style mineral baths, this small town is adored for its deeply rooted history and current quirky charm.

Still known as “America’s First Spa,” Berkeley Springs’ popularity began with the Native Americans, who sought out the warm mineral baths long before the area was discovered

by European immigrants and later loved by notable Virginians. The community was first mapped by Thomas Jefferson’s father in 1747, who appropriately christened the town “Medicinal Springs” for the troves of travelers that stopped by hoping to experience the improved health and lowered stress enjoyed by the natives that came before them.

A year later, George Washington visited at the age of 16 and would frequent the place for the next 20-plus years. In 1776, he decided to incorporate and officially rename his favorite getaway “The Town of Bath,” inspired by the already famous and similarly naturally endowed English town. In 1802, the community would undergo a final name change to “Berkeley Springs,” beckoning day-trippers and globetrotters alike to experience the town’s wealth of old, new, natural and eccentric.

If Berkeley Springs calls your name for a day trip, the town has something for everyone – nature lovers, history buffs, families, couples and even cat fanatics. Here are the highlights to help you plan your next getaway.

CACAPON RESORT STATE PARK Fifteen minutes from the center of town is the sprawling Cacapon Resort State Park and its limitless list of activities. Here you’ll find 23 miles of hiking, guided horseback riding tours, a nationally-rated golf course, and an expansive lake for swimming in the summer.

Stop by the Nature Center to meet Park Activities Coordinator and Naturalist, Valery Chaney. She offers hands-on educational classes for kids and can recommend the best hiking trail for your party. The park also hosts

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a variety of wilderness skills seminars, including a two-hour edible plant walk. With so many gorgeous overlooks and activities for all ages, this park is not to be missed.

818 Cacapon Lodge Drive Berkeley Springs, WV, 25411 (304) 258-1022 https://wvstateparks.com/park/ cacapon-resort-state-park/ FAIRFAX COFFEE HOUSE “Food is love made edible” is the slogan at Fairfax Coffee House, an adorable coffee shop and bakery, just steps from the mineral springs. Mama Trey’s biscuits are enormous but lighter than air, making them the ideal bread-ends for a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich. The Empire State of Mind bagelwich is piled high with lox, cream cheese, red onion, tomato and capers for an unbeatable breakfast. Pair it with one of their signature drinks and a massive yet moist blueberry muffin to fuel your Berkeley Springs day trip. Or, cozy up in this coffee shop all day. They are open until 5:30 PM on the weekend and serve tasty soups, salads, and sandwiches, too.

23 Fairfax Street Berkeley Springs, WV 25411 (304) 500-2710 https://fairfaxcoffeehouse.com/home BERKELEY SPRINGS ANTIQUE MALL Get lost in aisles and aisles of knickknacks and trinkets at the Antique Mall.

You can spend an entire day here browsing vintage housewares, old records, and an eclectic collection of odds and ends. It’s the type of place where you never know what treasures you’ll find because they have a little bit of everything, all arranged in a mesmerizing display.

7 Fairfax Street, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411 (304) 258-5676 Berkeley | Page 32

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128 acres and immaculate 3 level, 13,000+ sq ft stone & shingle main 2017 2 half BA, 5 FP,onhardwood house|•45BR, BR •58full FP •&Exceptional finishes every floor floors, • Caterer's flagstone terrace |• Spa Beautiful drive to cottage hilltop•stetting kitchen • Elevator • Separate guest Pool • Farm overlooking pond, & mountains | Improvements manager residence • 3lake additional tenant houses • 12-stall center-aisle include pool,•2-car garage, 2land BRw/incomparable guest house & apartment stable • Pond Extraordinary views extending |beyond Lovelythe boxwood gardens | Kitchen allowance to be Blue Ridge Mts • Orange County Hunt • 3 parcels provided | 79.89 acres Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930 Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905 Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930

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Belvedere Harmony Creek

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Gracious home with with 5beautiful BRs • Gourmet kitchen story Hilltop setting distant views• |Two Farm floor-to-ceiling window display ofrestored the Blue Ridge Mountains| house circa 1920, completely and enlarged • 3 FPs, coffered ceilings, random width rustic cherry floors 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 fireplaces, wood floors, large • Largekitchen home office, gym, recrolling room, multiple porches and| patios country | 129.15 & useable acres 3-bay • Three finished stories •shop, Carriage house • Garage • 27barn acres equipment shed/work guest house, 4-stall complex, riding ring, spring-fed pond and(703) stream Paul MacMahon 609-1930 Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905

top setting5with views •| Farm circa 1920, 6Hill bedrooms, 1/2beautiful baths, 5distant fireplaces Highhouse ceilings, completely and enlarged, • 3BR, 3 garden BA, 2 fireplaces, wood large roomsrestored with good flow | Formal overlooks floors, large country kitchen • 129.15 rolling & useable acres Cedar Run | Large pond | Pool with pool house | Barn • Improvements include 3-bay equipment shed/work could have 4 stalls | Rolling land, very private shop, - yet guest very house,to4-stall barn complex, riding ring, spring fed pond & stream. close Warrenton PaulMacMahon MacMahon (703) 609-1905 Paul (703) 609-1905

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2 Chinn Lane Old Gate House Middleburg,Virginia Virginia Middleburg, $680,000 $1,050,000

Village Hamlet • 3 bedrooms • 2stucco 1/2 baths • Fireplace|•Circa Gourmet Charming antique brick and farmhouse kitchen with granitetocounters Hardwood 1820 | Expanded appox•4,000 sf |floors Wellthroughout maintained Lovely terrace and gardens • Garage with workshop 4 •BR home w/recent addition including master suite & • Renovated in 2008|•Wood Freshlyfloors painted.| 5 FP | Whole house large family room generator | Lovely walled gardens | Sought-after location Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905 | Private setting nestled among large protected farms close to Middleburg on hard-to-find small parcel-just under 2 acres | OLREA Alix Coolidge (703) 625-1724

Hume, Virginia Warrenton, Virginia $1,650,000 $1,550,000

2 Chinn Lane Potts Mill Cottage Middleburg, Middleburg,Virginia Virginia $680,000 $649,500

Village bedrooms | 2 renovation 1/2 baths •|Immaculate Main 2+ acresHamlet just east|of3town • Complete & charming home with 3 bedrooms & 3 full baths • Main level with level master bedroom | Fireplace | Gourmet kitchen master bedroom windows withthroughout excellent natural light granite counters• |Oversized Hardwood floors | Lovely • Quality finishes, wood standing seam metal |roof, terrace and gardens | floors, Garage with workshop Freshly stonework & large deck overlooking open yard & stone painted walls & pond • Move in ready • owner/agent Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905 Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930

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SalemGlade Hill Spring

Marshall, Virginia Middleburg, Virginia $3,690,000 $3,900,000 Well protected Fauquier location | 6 bedrooms | 4 full

French Country home, with renovations in 1999 & 2017 and 2 half baths | 3 fireplaces | Great views | Pool with • Brick construction, slate roof • 4 BR, 5 full & 2 half BA, 5 FP, large flagstone terrace | Large county kitchen | 4-car hardwood floors, terrace • Beautiful drive to hilltop detached garageflagstone with apartment/office | 9-stall barn | stetting overlooking pond, lake ring &mountains include Covered arena | Outdoor | 4 stall• Improvements shed row barn | pool,fenced 2-car garage, 51 acres 2 BR guest house & apartment • Lovely boxwood gardens • Kitchen allowance to be provided • 79.89 acres Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905 Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905

Crest Hill Salem

Hume, Virginia Marshall, Virginia $3,600,000 $3,690,000 203 acres in Fauquier w/nearly 1 mile of Rappahannock

Prime Fauquier location, well protected • 6 bedrooms • 4 full river frontage & views clapboard |5 and 2 half baths •|3Elegant fireplacesstone • Great • Poolhouse with large BR, 4 full & 3• 1/2 | 4 FP | Wood floors | Gourmet flagstone terrace LargeBA county kitchen • 4-car detached garage kitchen | Gunnite w/stunning views overlooking with apartment/ office •pool 9-stall barn • Covered arena • Outdoor ring Mtns •Blue 4 stallRidge shed row barnand • 51private fencedpond acres | Situated amongst protected properties | 5 stall Jim Fletcher barn w/pristinely Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905

maintained paddocks, pasture and gdns | 2 car garage w/inlaw suite | Old Dominion Hunt territory | VOF Easement Alix Coolidge (703) 625-1724

Game Creek Waverly

Middleburg, Virginia The Plains, Virginia $2,650,000 $2,950,000 A remarkable property located within a private enclave

Halcyon Hill Game Creek

Rectortown,Virginia Virginia Middleburg, $2,475,000 $2,650,000

Circaminutes 1755, prime Fauquier between Middleburg just from town County | Stonelocation, and stucco manor house and The Plains • Additions in early & 1943 BR • Home with main level master suite | 71800's additional | 5 recently stone restored • 62 gently rolling acres in Orange Countypool, Hunt cabana, FP | Beautiful gardens, terraces, salt water • 4 bedrooms, 4 1/2 fireplaces • Improvements include carriage house & baths, stable6 with 2 paddocks | Lovely finishes salt-water pool,&pool house, large house/studio, tenant throughout sweeping lawnparty to private trails2to Goose houses, stone walls and pond Creek | 31 acres | Private, elegant & convenient Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905 Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930

17 acres of rolling pasture land in the village of ARectortown remarkable property located within a private enclave just66 minutes | Convenient to both Routes 50 & | from townrenovated • Stone and| stucco house withmagnificent main level master Newly Privatemanor setting with suite • 7 additional BR • 5 stone FP • Beautiful gardens, terraces, mountain views | 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 1 half bath, 2 salt-water pool, cabana, carriage house & stable with 2 paddocks fireplaces | Heated pool & spa | 2 bedroom guest house • Lovely finishes throughout & sweeping lawn to private trails to | Large shed & 2-car garage Goose Creek • 31 acres • Private, elegant & convenient Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905 Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930 Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930

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Grasty Place Hamilton Street

Beautiful brick federal structure, in need of repair • 2 recorded lots lake | Beautiful plantings, • Eastfrontage side of town • 1.76 acesmillwork, zoned R-1 extensive & A-C in the historic porches & terraces district • High ceilings |&Fantastic wood floorsmountain views from oversized windows, rolling pasture & private dock |5 Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905 BRs, 3 FPs, hardwood floors | Extremely well built home with endless amenities | Very special home in pristine condition Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930

Charming homebuilding in desirable Adjacent to the town Nice office in Melmore the town• of Middleburg | 6 of Middleburg offeringparking proximity town &and privacy of almoststreet 4 acres suites|Private (8tospaces) additional •parking High ceilings, light-filled rooms, new kitchen w/granite counters | 2 level building | Additional storage available &instainless • Family room w/fireplace, screened-in porch lower appliances level •Helen 3 BR including bright master suite w/bay window •(540) Home454-1930 office MacMahon & finished LL & 2 car garage Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930

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circa 1800 Two-story additionretreat builtwith in 1880 Living 10 acres & a |beautifully maintained views |across the valley •with Post fireplace & beam home w/ open floor plan • Gorgeous floors, room | Exposed log outbuilding | Original main level master suite,proportioned huge stone fireplace, fantastic loft/home wood floors | Well rooms | Large screened office • 2 additional bedroomsoverlooking on main levelthe • Many option w/ | in porch off the kitchen private yard bedroom trees & full and bath garden in finished spacethe below, w/ of walk out •village Tons of Mature | All perks quiet storage-2with car garage & and large convenient workshop access to Routes 50, living, privacy 17 and MacMahon 66.

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stucco bungalow on lane a quiet lane | Hardwood CCharming harming stucco bungalow on a quiet • Hardwood floors | Flagstone patiokitchen | Updated kitchen andoffice baths •floors Flagstone patio • Updated and baths • Home | Home floor master sitting and first flooroffice masterand withfirst sitting room • Largewith fenced back room yard Large yardhome | Very cared wellfenced cared forback turn-key andwell a great valuefor turn-key •|Very home MacMahon and a great value Helen (540) 454-1930 Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930

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THE MIDDLEBURG IMPACT: IN BRIEF

4th Annual GEOS Foundation Dinner SUPPORTS COUNTER-POACHING IN MOZAMBIQUE

Story and photos by Callie Broaddus

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onservationists gathered at the home of Liza Pulitzer—daughter of fashion designer Lilly Pulitzer—and Bob Calhoun in Palm Beach, Florida, on March 22 for the annual GEOS Foundation Safari Gala.

Middleburg’s Jason Paterniti founded the nonprofit in 2009 with the mission of conserving at-risk species and places. Many familiar local names, including Matt Sheedy, have supported the foundation’s endeavors ever since—including the project at the center of the Safari Gala, a rapid-response Foundation | Page 15

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Foundation | From page 14 counter poaching effort in Mozambique’s National Parks.

Under a zigzag of warm, glowing string lights in Pulitzer’s back yard, the battle-hardened guest of honor, Colonel Lionel Dyck, head of field operations in Africa, spoke candidly about life at the counter-poaching front line.

While Dyck’s stories of the men, women, and canines on the team GEOS Foundation supports were heartfelt and even humorous, he spoke in plain English about the team’s enormous accomplishments (including a sustained 90 percent reduction in poaching rates for the last three years), how donors present had saved a ranger’s life by funding a helicopter the previous year, and exactly what he needed to ensure his team’s safety and continued success this year.

“We raised over $200,000

tonight,” said Paterniti. “That funds a quick reaction force helicopter, canine tracker dog teams and rangers in Limpopo National Park for the upcoming year.” The GEOS Foundation founder, energized by the generosity and commitment of the evening’s guests, said he isn’t done yet. “We need one more helicopter to support our team in Maputo Elephant Reserve. That’s the critical need—$150,000 covers a helicopter lease for 12 months, the fuel, the pilot’s salary, and all of the ancillaries.”

For more information on the project and other details, visit www.geos.foundation.org. ML Page 14, top: Liza Pulitzer and Bob Calhoun generously hosted the event at their home in Palm Beach, FL. Page 14, bottom: Michael Smith, Colonel Lionel Dyck, and Wendy Smith. Page 15: Stephanie Bates and Leslie Kopp.

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Sidewalk | From page 3 owner of the Flying Heron Herbs Spices & Tea shop at 8383 Main St., Marshall, sees this sale as an opportunity to introduce people to not only the businesses but the local flavor.

“Businesses here in Marshall take a personal touch with every person that walks thru their door. You will see that people are actually happy doing their ‘jobs,’ they like to engage with their customers and they love to promote other businesses.”

“I sincerely hope that people walk away feeling grateful that they stopped by our little town because they were treated special and with appreciation,” said Verrilli. “When I first opened my shop in May of last year, Dan was one of the first shop keepers to come see what I was all about and gave great words of encouragement.”

“So, when he jumped over to my shop the other day talking about a sidewalk sale, his enthusiasm was instantly contagious, and I didn’t hesitate to say count me in,” she added.

The idea of a sidewalk sale quickly picked

up speed. A few weeks after the initial conversations, 15 businesses agreed to participate in the weekend event. Literally every home furnishing, antique and gift business on and around Main is participating, even restaurants and markets joined.

A brochure with a map is on the Facebook event page and will be available at all participating locations.

Promoting small businesses is crucial to the economy. Small business retailers account for one in four jobs in the United States.

Outside circumstances, from weather, to the economy, to government shutdowns, can have a huge impact on the bottom line.

“I think this has been a hard winter for many of us (personally and professionally), but my shop (with the support of many regional publications including Middleburg Life) has had an amazing late winter and I am just feeling like spreading the wealth,” said Moore.

“We’re all so ready for the spring and some sunshine, it was almost like striking a match,”

said Moore. “It doesn’t do any of us any good to leave anyone behind, especially when many of us are owner operated. We’ve made investments in this community and can’t afford to have vacancies next door, and with this kind of energy there is no reason for us to.”

The businesses will be looking for ways to collaborate more in the future.

“We’re already talking about next time and needing a committee and involving all the businesses, and I’m working with a couple places to help them update their Google listings and websites,” said Moore.

The sidewalk sale offers an opportunity to introduce people to Marshall.

“My shop is wholesale-only the rest of the year, and since I’ve opened here in Marshall, I know there’s been a lot of curiosity about what we do here. I’ve wanted to do some kind of event, so the community can not only make use of beautiful materials that would otherwise sit in my warehouse, but also get a chance to see our shop and meet other local Sidewalk | Page 19

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Ready to Influence & Expand New Chef at Resort’s Gourmet Market

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alamander Resort & Spa’s gourmet Market Salamander, just steps from the resort, recently named Nicholas Forlano as its new executive chef.

In this role, Chef Forlano will oversee and implement all culinary operations for Market Salamander’s breakfast and lunch menus, gourmet to-go picnic baskets, as well as on and off-premise catering.

“We’re confident Chef Nick’s culinary skill set paired with his long-standing reputation in the local area, will complement the Market Salamander offering,” says Jacob Musyt, director of food and beverage at Salamander Resort & Spa. “He’s a valuable addition to the Salamander team and we’re eager to see his passion in action as he further enhances the overall resort culinary experience.”

Many locals know Forlano and his creative dishes from his former restaurant in The Plains. From 2007 to 2015, he owned and operated the eponymous Forlano’s Market & Restaurant in The Plains – a full service restaurant with open kitchen dining experience, cooking classes, and prepared gourmet meals. With more than 20 years of culinary experience, Chef Forlano joined Salamander Resort & Spa most recently from the River Thornton Group where he served as executive chef overseeing three restaurants.

Prior to that, he oversaw operations at several well-known local spots including the Piedmont Golf Club. In 2000 when he moved to Virginia, Forlano was named head chef of the Ashby Inn, where he earned an impressive 25 rating (out of a possible 30) from Zagat for its menu and service.

Chef Nick’s food mission is to provide a space for relationships to grow over locally

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into the kitchen, menu, and ensure to embrace the customer from the start.

What is the ingredient you cannot go without?

Salt, Mor ton’s Kosher salt. It really is the work horse of the kitchen!

In what areas do you see the Market menu changing?

The changes I look forward to most is creating a more diverse catering menu for an array of different events. I also look forward to continuing the use of fresh ingredients from the resort and Salamander Farm, but move away from too many dressings to mask the natural flavor.

sourced food. He strongly believes that locally grown produce creates important economic opportunities, delivers health benefits and holds opportunity to make a difference in a community.

Chef Nicholas Forlano of Market Salamander: The Uncut Q&A How does a great cook become a chef?

To go from cook to Chef, I took the advice of my first chef… take ownership of the kitchen and work like no one else was there, that way I learned all that I could.

What made you want to be a head chef?

I wanted to be head Chef so I could have a chance to express my thoughts and visions

What is the best part of this new job?

The best part of being at Market Salamander is reuniting with the community and working so closely with the resort’s culinary team to offer something truly unique to the area.

What is better in your opinion, morning shifts working breakfast and lunch, lunch and dinner shifts, or dinner only at restaurants?

Depends on where I’ve been in my career. Right now, the morning and lunch shift is where I want to be. I love that people start their day with us and my meal is the first thing they enjoy. I also enjoy seeing the local community come in and take a break at lunch, there is a lot of excitement in the air. ML

Sidewalk | From page 16 crafters,” said Pereira.

“It’s also a great event for me to entice my clients from as far away as D.C., Alexandria, Leesburg, and even Charlottesville to make the trip to see for themselves why I’ve been raving about my company’s new home.”

The businesses want people to know there is a lot of energy here.

“I’m always hashtagging #strengthinnumbers. There is room for all of us and when we can collaborate in a really joyous way like this, it benefits us all,” said Moore.

“Great things are happening here, and they can be a part of it by visiting and patronizing our small businesses, or even by being inspired to take stock and open their own business here – there is still room,” said Moore. “I’d love to see a clothing store, and maybe a jewelry store. Plus, we have awesome and unique markets and eateries.”

During the sale, some businesses are partnering with neighboring shops. For example, Cakes by Miriam is collaborating with Bella

Villa. Between Field & Main, Red Truck Bakery, The Whole Ox, Johnny Monarchs, and Gentle Harvest, so there is plenty of reason to visit the area in anyone of them alone.

Don’t forget there are at least 27 wineries in Fauquier County – Marshall serves as the gateway to Virginia’s wine country.

Marshall’s Main Street is going to be the quintessential snapshot of small-town life for a very long time. It’s simple and quiet but full of fun. Not only do shop owners want people to take away bags of goodies, but Verrilli said she wants people to go home with smiles on their faces and warmth in their hearts.

A lucky person may just come away with a job, too.

“I’m always on the lookout for new stitchers to hire, so this is a great opportunity for me to meet other people who might be interested in working at my shop,” said Pereira.

“We’d love for it to become annual and to expand. It’s caught on like wildfire all by itself already,” said Moore.

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Mike Smith and Will O’Keefe.

Virginia Steeplechase Association Awards Dinner engraved trophies.

Henry Wood, Pippy McCormick and Eva Smithwick.

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uests came from near and far to attend the 33rd Annual Steeplechase Awards Dinner on Friday, March 8 at the Middleburg Community Center.

Cold temperatures did not keep guests away from the evening of friendship and fellowship. Guests drove from across Virginia, West Virginia, and even Georgia to attend the evening ceremony that Virginia Steeplechase Association Secretary/Treasurer Donald Yovanovich had planned so carefully. He welcomed guests with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.

After cocktails and a delicious dinner prepared by Tutti Perricone, Virginia Steeplechase Association President Will O’Keefe emceed the evening’s festivities regaling the audience with horse tales.

One of the evening’s highlights was the Hall of Fame inductions. Mr. and Mrs. Stephen C. Clark, Jr. were inducted into the Virginia Steeplechase Hall of Fame. Topeador was the Hall of Fame horse inductee.

“What a great privilege to ride Topeador in 35 races and to win 25 of his races over timber. He was brilliant ride each time almost never making a mistake at his fences except a slip at Oatlands after a heavy rain. As an owner/rider I always felt welcomed riding in Virginia at the

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A DAY IN THE SUN Mark your calendar, pack a snack and grab a spot for some fun in the April sun!

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Middleburg Spring Races Glenwood Park, Middleburg, Virginia (540) 687-6545 | (504) 687-6595 www.middleburgspringraces.com

Sunday, April 21 1 p.m.

Blue Ridge Hunt Point to Point Woodley Farm, Berryville, Virginia (540) 636-0500 | (540) 974-0500 www.blueridgehunt.org

Saturday, April 27 10 a.m.

Loudoun Fairfax Hunt Hunter Pace Events Rolling Meadow Farm, Philomont, Virginia (703) 887-2711 www.loudounfairfaxhunt.com

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Gomena,” said Michael A. Smith, vice chairman of Valley Proteins Inc. “I was so shocked that with only two horses in training in 2018 to come up winning four VSA awards and I am so grateful to both our trainers and to Jack Doyle who rode both horses this season for an amazing year.”

2018 Virginia Steeplechase Association Final Standings • OPEN LEADING OWNER Irvin Naylor

• VSA LEADING OWNER Michael Smith

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hunt meets and I appreciate the hospitality extended to me,” said Henry Wood of Atlanta, Georgia who drove up to enjoy the event with his family and grandchildren.

Honorees like Wood and Michael A. Smith were quick to thank all the organizers, volunteers, sponsors and spectators in the sport of Steeplechase during their remarks, because they know without those wonderful people the sport could not exist. And they didn’t forget the trainers, staff and jockeys who look after the wonder horses or the horses themselves in the night’s comments.

“To win owner of the year among so many eligible and wonderful owners is truly humbling and rewarding at the same time. Our timber horse of the year La Chevalier is a great athlete and a very kind-hearted horse, and we are blessed to have him run in our colors under the great training effort of Julie

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HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW? TOP APRIL TIPS FOR GARDENERS

Story and Photos by Ashley Bommer Singh

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pring is really here! The air is sweet, the days are longer, and daffodils are in bloom. Grab your gloves. It’s time to start working in the garden.

First the must-dos: 1. Weed and Mulch. If you don’t weed, the mulch will just feed the weeds. If you do both, your soil will be improved, your plants will be happy and your gardens will start to thrive.

2. Trim old growth off your perennials.

Perennial beds are a treat that keeps on giving. Cutting back should have been done a month ago. If you’re late, do this at once. The liriope need haircuts if you want purple flowers come September. As do the catmint, salvias, asters, etc. Help the new growth come in.

3. Add new perennials. What worked last year and what didn’t? The intense rain wiped out my lavender. The clay soil just seemed to lose years and years of care, going from soggy to hard after our record rains. But like my plants, I’m

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moving on. The salvia and lady’s mantle are coming up just fine. The alliums, iris, peonies, foxtails as well. I will replant rosemary and visit some local lavender farms like Blooming Hill Lavender Farm in Purcellville to learn some new tips!

4. Plant boxwoods, topiary, and hydrangeas. Do you need structure? This is the time. Dwarf box can be found for $19.

Line them up together to make patterns or perimeters in the garden. I also love the idea of mass planting little lime hydrangeas. We’ll see how they do.

5. Fertilize and Compost. From cottonseed meal for the boxwoods to Holly Tone for struggling azaleas, this is a good time to give plants a boost. Add aged manure to beds. If you can get it, throw TLC on everything (ask David Lohmann at Abernethy & Spencer Greenhouses about it). TLC works wonders on everything from grass to roses to fruit trees to keeping deer away.

6. Add grass seed. The wet and the animals take a toll on grass. Sprinkle seed in areas Gardeners | Page 23

Gardeners | From page 22 that need help. If the rains don’t come – fat chance – then water every other day.

7. Freshen up. Garden pots make you jump for joy with pansies, violas, primroses and English ivy. Don’t be tempted by those pretty petunias this early. The nights can be cool, so stick to cold-hardy blooms. Pots can be changed in early June with summer favorites.

8. Plant seeds in your vegetable garden.

After painting her charming garden fence, my neighbor Kate Shields planted peas, beets, carrots, mache lettuce and arugula. Another neighbor, Denis Gordon, enlisted his twin toddler grandchildren to plant potatoes and onions while he added spinach, radishes, snow peas and lettuce. If Peter Rabbit stays away, they will all have a wonderful garden bounty later this spring.

And some fun – this is the time to start something new: 9. Do any hardscape. Have you been contemplating raised beds, brick walkways,

stone paths, arches, fountains, or bird baths? Brick and stone and beds make the bones of the garden by defining spaces. Think big. Create a new ‘room’ where you’ll spend time in the garden all summer.

10. Plant a mini-orchard. You don’t need a lot of space! Grab a few apple or pear trees and dig. Plant in rows or plant four in square corners. They need sun and weekly watering or rain in the first year.

This fall, plant bulbs underneath to add to the charm.

11. Enter the Upperville Daffodil Show on Tuesday, April 9. This Virginia piedmont treasure is in Buchanan Hall every April. You can enter! Pick your daffodils that morning and note their division, classification, and name on the little cards provided. Clean their petals with a cotton swab. Enter by 10:30 a.m., see the results at 2 p.m.

12. Paint your Garden Gate or Fence. Gardeners spend hours in the vegetable and flower beds. Be inspired when you walk up and look from afar. Make it pretty.

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MEET MIDDLEBURG

Helen MacMahon,

ONE BUSY REAL ESTATE BROKER/AGENT Story and photo by Kerry Phelps Dale

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elen MacMahon is arguably one of the busiest real estate agents in Middleburg, if not the busiest. After a long day of showing properties, presenting contracts and meeting with contractors, the broker/agent sits in her office leaning back with boots on her desk. A nearby table is covered with 10 or 11 piles of various heft, each representing a property under contract.

“Spring came early this year,” Helen says of the abundance.

Helen and two of her six siblings and her mother Ann, who started the powerhouse firm, work side by side and hand in hand at Sheridan-MacMahon Real Estate on Washington Street, Middleburg.

“People ask me when my dad started the business,” says Helen. “It was my mom,” she tells them. And the answer is 1980. Her dad Dr. Edward MacMahon, by the way, is a non-practicing orthopedic surgeon. “He doesn’t like to call it retirement.”

This close-knit family moved to Middleburg in 1972 when Helen was just a youngster. She began attending Hill School in first grade, went from there to a couple of different high schools and graduated from Foxcroft School. At Washington College in Maryland, Helen received a degree in American Studies and met her future husband, Mugsy Mickum.

She’s lived in a few places, dabbled in a couple of careers, but it is in Middleburg and real estate that Helen chose to settle. She and Mugsy built a house on her parent’s property in Fauquier County and raised their daughter Annie in the shadow of loving grandparents.

“I’m so glad Annie grew up next to my parents,” Helen says. “They adore each other and are so close.”

Helen and Annie, due in part to Annie being the only child, share a rare affinity: They know each other well and have a bond akin to sisters. Annie attends The New School in NYC and interns with the celebrated photographer, Annie Liebowitz, but the distance doesn’t deter the relationship. “We talk every day,” says Helen.

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Though she says she doesn’t have any real hobbies, “I work all of the time,” Helen says proudly that her family, all of it, are what she tends to nurture and value most.

She hijacks the conversation to work and friends. She shoots over to what a talented gardener her husband is, and how much our little Middleburg is changing. She tells of a shiny and suggestive sculpture that marks the entrance to her farm. It is apparent— Helen doesn’t like to talk about herself.

In one of her tangents, she shares an insight into herself.

“I love art.”

Original oil paintings hang on the walls, are tucked in bookcases and sit on window ledges of her office building. One, her sister, Margaret, painted, another is from the Aldie Art at the Mill show, and one is from a local high school student.

There was this one painting Helen saw in California. She fell in love with the 5 x 4 foot oil of two young Haitian girls jumping rope.

Everything about it appealed to her—the thick paint applied with pallet knife, the nearly monochromatic colors, but mostly the girls and the happiness the painting conveyed. It haunted her, and she thought about it often.

After two years of pining for the painting, Helen tracked it down and bought it. Today, the painting, called “Joy”, now hangs in her kitchen.

Although she works a lot, doesn’t seem to have hobbies due to little spare time, Helen

gets all the important stuff. Her family comes first. Middleburg is a treasure to be preserved.

She cherishes her longtime friends.

A close friend once told her that she is unaware of the people who don’t like her. At first, she was offended. “No, no,” he told her.

“That’s a compliment.” She came to understand that it really was praise for her conviction to be herself and speak her mind— “A perk of growing older.” Authenticity delivered with kindness.

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Actually, though, it’s more accurate to say Helen is unaware of how many people do like her. Same reason, just different perspective. ML

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With the spring season officially kicking off, plan now for festive picnics and gatherings. And now’s the time to buy ahead for that impromptu afternoon at the races.

We wandered around a favorite Middleburg spot, The Fun Shop, to find perfect picks for our tailgating basket.

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Crown Mulling Spices combines convenience with delicious taste to enhance both foods and your favorite drink. This is a perfect mix for cider, wine or tea as you watch the races. Back of the bag features recipes for Spiced Cider, Banana Bread, and Rum Toddies. orders@crownspices.com

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Fun | From page 26 premium Bloody Mary Mix. Manufactured by the Ashburn Sauce Company in Virginia Beach, carries the Virginia Agricultural Virginia’s Finest seal. This gluten free mix needs only one other ingredient. Make a quick stop by the local ABC store for vodka to add to your basket. To order the mix online, email nashproductsllc@gmail.com or call 804-719-9038.

3. R COBERT ROTHSCHILD CHEESY BACON DIP MIX

Who doesn’t like cheese and bacon? This smooth dip by Rothschild Farm blends onion and smoky bacon flavors for a basket favorite.

Just add a cup of mayonnaise and a cup of sour cream and viola-ready to dip into this with a chip or pretzel sticks.

4. POMEGRANATE EQUINE TABLECLOTH

What could be a more perfect way to top the table than with a equine inspired motif table cloth? The Fun Shop has several gorgeous heavy table clothes in various sizes to fit your party needs.

This Paddock tablecloth by Pomegranate, Inc. is (55x55). Sizes and prices vary.

5. LEMON CAKE MIX WITH FLOUR SACK TOWEL

This Lemon Cake mix by Mary Lake-Thompson, Ltd. will be the hit of the rail party. Just add

one stick of butter, one cup of milk and one large egg and whip it up to share. The mix comes wrapped in a beautiful tea towel. Product does contain wheat and milk. marylakethompson.com 6. IRISH SODA BREAD

Sticky Fingers Bakeries makes this quick and easy Irish Soda Bread mix. Just add water, mix and bake for 45-50 minutes. Cook, slice and pack away for your afternoon of sharing.

Packaging includes option to make an Irish Soda Beer Bread by exchanging one cup of beer instead of water.

7. NORDIC WARE BUNDT CAKE MIX

Why make one when you can enjoy three times the fun! Another Fun Shop favorite is the Nordic Ware original Lemon Buttermilk Bundt Cake Mix. Dig out the bundt pan and mix it up.

Just add butter, milk and eggs for the original version. With a few additional ingredients, you may discover a new delicious variations like the lemon lavender bundt cake with honey glaze or the lemon buttermilk cake with blueberry glaze.

Details on back of packaging. Nordic Ware offers a line of gourmet bundt mixes and a line of bundt pans. Nordicware.com 8. DERBY GIFTS PLATES

Don’t forget the plates! Derby Gifts out of Louisville, Kentucky offers this equine design.

The Fun Shop is filled with fun and fanciful paper goods and plastic ware to make picnicking

easy. To buy check out other Derby Gifts party kits or gifts, go to derbygifts.com 9. ROTHSCHILD RED PEPPER JELLY

Bob and Sara Rothschild make this unique jelly. Full bodied with all the flavor red peppers and jalapeños have to offer. Spoon over a wheel of warm Brie for a striking hors d’oeurve or use a bold glaze for your juicy ham. Don’t forget to add crackers and cheese to your basket.

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A delicate blend of sun-ripened raspberries combined with the delightful sweet almond taste of amaretto. Works perfectly on a crisp English muffin or smothered over grilled pork loin.

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The Fun Shop offers this handcrafted honey willow Benton picnic basket. Comes with a set of two ceramic plates, stainless steel flatware, glass drink ware, cotton napkins, wooden handle waiters corkscrew tool and salt/pepper shakers. With the full size thermal foil insulated built in cooler section, you can take-a-long plenty of food, wine, snacks and beverages for the afternoon at the races. Easy to transport by the padded carry handles. Picnic-plus.com. ML

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Upperville ~ 536 Acres protected by a conservation easement with the Virginia Outdoors Foundation; however, division rights offer potential for additional tax credits. The land has recently been used for horses, hay, and cattle, but the gentle south-facing slope would also be ideal for grapes. There is a well-built home, which awaits your vision to reach its 21st century potential. Find peace and serenity in this historic and sought-after corner of Loudoun County. $6,500,000

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The Plains ~ Sweeping panoramic views and grand trees surround this recently renovated, turn-key residence set on a private 90 acre estate. The home has been finished to the highest standards and features three meticulously finished levels with a modern floor plan, which includes a first-floor master bedroom suite. The location is in prime Orange County Hunt Territory. $4,475,000

The Plains ~ Stunning and extensive renovation for today’s life style while incorporating salvaged antique features. Chef’s Kitchen opens to the Family Room and Dining Room. Wood flooring, new windows, high ceilings, new trim, new tile, large open rooms, built-in bookcases, French doors to back terrace and pool. 3-car attached garage with custom finished room above including built-in bunk beds. Generator. $2,600,000

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A THREE-DAY EXTRAVAGANZA FOR THOSE WITH DISCERNING PALATES Story and Photos by Dulcy B. Hooper

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he tasteful collaboration between Salamander Resort & Spa and Forever Gourmet was its own perfect recipe.

Michelin-starred Chef Davide Palluda traveled from his home in the Piedmont region of Italy (sponsored by Forever Gourmet) to prepare a series of memorable meals and experiences at Salamander Resort from March 22-24. Working side by side with Salamander’s Executive Chef Ryan Arensdorf, the weekend opened with a reception in the Cooking Studio, where guests were treated to specialty antipasti accompanied by Barolo wine produced in the northern Italian region of Piedmont, home to Palluda.

On Saturday afternoon, Palluda and Arensdorf conducted a pasta workshop, providing a rare opportunity for guests to learn from a certified master of the form.

The workshop was followed later in the evening by dinner at Harrimans Virginia Piedmont Grill, an eight-course tasting with wine pairings.

For Sunday brunch, Palluda and Arensdorf were joined by Salamander’s Executive Pastry Chef Jason Reaves. The delicious brunch featured three special dishes, one each by Palluda, Arensdorf and Reaves.

Chef Reaves’ dish, “Golden Egg Trio,” was an elaborate concoction of chocolate-lavender panna cotta, coconut-passion mousse, and raspberry tiramisu.

“We sold out every event,” said Atticus Lyon, who along with his wife, Roberta Marcenaro-Lyon, started Forever Gourmet.

Lyon complimented Salamander General Manager Reggie Cooper and Director of Food and Beverage Jacob Musyt on their efforts.

“They were really instrumental in making this happen,” he said. “We’re already looking forward to partnering with them again.”

Forever Gourmet is planning on a series of future events with Salamander Resort & Spa. “We believe it’s becoming one of the leading culinary destinations in the United States,” said Lyon. A number of the weekend’s guests would no doubt agree. ML

Top: Chef Davide Palluda. Bottom: Jacob Musyt, Atticus Lyon, Roberta Marcenaro-Lyon.

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$5,000 in investment capital awarded to

Loudoun’s Young Entrepreneurs Just like in the hit TV Show Shark Tank, a group of student entrepreneurs pitched their business ideas for investment capital during the Young Entrepreneurs Academy! (YEA) Loudoun’s 3rd Annual Investor Panel event on March 19.

Mahsa Riar, a 6th grader at Belmont Ridge Middle School, created his company called Limitless Limbs to help children born without limbs. There are more than 2.1 million people in the U.S. living with limb loss. In researching his business plan, Mahsa discovered the cost of prosthetic limbs was too exorbitant, with many children outgrowing theirs in a short period of time. Limitless Limb creates customized prosthetics using advanced 3D printing technologies.

The Loudoun Young Entrepreneurs Academy is an entrepreneurship training program that educates students on how to create, pitch,

and launch their own businesses. Local business owners and leaders mentor the YEA middle and high school students to help them develop and launch their own business or nonprofit organization.

Each student was given three minutes to pitch their business in hopes of receiving an investment. Students demonstrated their well thought out business plans such as mission statements, marketing strategies, competitive analysis and financial reports to a panel of seven investors.

Twenty-three student entrepreneurs pitched their businesses presentations at the event. Six of them received investment amounts ranging from $500 to $1,500.

• $500, CyberIyer - Shrinath Iyer of Briar Woods High School • $500, College Compass - Anwith Telluri of Briar Woods High School

INTRODUCING THE STARTER REWARD PROGRAM

• $500, Aperire - Hannah Zook of River Bend Middle School • $1,000, RNTL - Siddharth Sridhar of Eagle Ridge Middle School • $1,000, Knobesity - Vishana Baskaran of Mercer Middle School • $1,500 & Saunders Scholarship Winner, Limitless Limb - Mahsa Riar of Belmont Ridge Middle School “These impressive young entrepreneurs did an exceptional job in constructing and delivering their business plan pitches. I congratulate Mahsa Riar of Limitless Limbs, the youngest of our Young Entrepreneurs, for delivering a compelling pitch that convinced our panel of accomplished business owners and executives to name him our Loudoun Young Entrepreneurs Academy! winner,” said Chamber President Tony Howard. ML

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Berkeley | From page 12 BERKELEY SPRINGS CASTLE Considered one of the town’s most beloved “oddities,” Berkeley Springs Castle was built in the mid-1880s for Colonel Samuel Taylor Suit, a prominent politician from Maryland and frequent visitor of the warm springs. Described by an 1888 edition of the Martinsburg Independent as “strikingly handsome,” the castle is also reportedly haunted. For over a century, the castle has attracted both locals and out-of-towners, lured by its long history and unique architecture.

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Here you’ll find the historic Roman Bathhouses, built in 1815, which contain 750-gallon natural mineral water tubs for leisurely

soaks or spa treatments, such as massages and saunas. Outside, you can swim in one of two stone baths filled with 74.3-degree water or check out George Washington’s Bathtub, an outdoor monument honoring his many visits.

If you prefer to stay dry, you can still experience the medicinal benefits of the spring water. The park offers two public taps where you can drink freely or bottle some for later. And, stop by the free museum on the second floor of the bathhouse for a little local history.

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“I am thrilled to be joining Access National Bank and assist with business development in the ever-growing Middleburg market as we move forward with the merger with Union,” Slater said. “The combination of Access and Union will create a strong business and consumer bank that better serves our unique area.”

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Berkeley | From page 32 GIVE PURRS A CHANCE CAT CAFÉ Located in a huge salmon-colored Victorian, Give Purrs a Chance Cat Café is hard to miss. And you won’t want to. This two-story house is home to over 50 adoptable cats and kittens waiting for you to come and play.

Spend the afternoon entertaining these lovely felines and, who knows, you may leave with a new furry friend. Since opening in 2017, Give Purrs A Chance has placed over 400 cats into their forever homes. They also have a catthemed boutique featuring ceramics, jewelry, soaps and more made by local artisans.

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With spring approaching and warmer weather around the bend, it’s the perfect time to visit the natural wonders and distinctive attractions of Berkeley Springs. ML

Page 12: Top: Nature is on display at Cacapon Resort State Park. Middle: The Empire State of Mind from Fairfax Coffee House will fill you up for a full day of sightseeing. Bottom: The Antique Mall is worth a visit for the bottle display alone. Page 32: Top left: A red-eyed gargoyle stands guard at Berkeley Springs Castle. Bottom: Crystal clear spring water flows the length of Berkeley Springs State Park. Page 34: Top: Stop by the Cat Café for an afternoon of play with over 50 adoptable cats. Right: Immerse yourself in history with a dip in George Washington’s Bath Tub.

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What are your plans for the Fall Horse Trials?

Our Fall International Horse Trials and CIC will be held Oct. 4-6. It’s our last and largest event of the year, and always brings a huge crowd and Olympic level riders to the Park. We will also be hosting the USEA Area II Championships on that same weekend.

Franklin | From page 4 of the rails of the jumps. The cross-country phase is held on a grass cross-country course that covers 2.75 to 4 miles of track and 24 to 36 solid fences. This phase demonstrates the horses jumping ability, bravery, endurance, and speed. This year, our horse trials are presented by SmartPak. What else can you tell us about the new Summer Show Series?

We’re excited to start Morven Park’s own hunter shows at our beautiful new facility.

They are one-day shows, running from May through September, and are recognized by VHSA. They will be held in our new arenas.

We will be awarding series-end championship awards for every division.

We’ve also added a hunter derby, presented by Cavalor, to every show with prize money as well as a derby finals held at the September show. We want to make these fun and exciting two-phase derby classes available to every level of rider, so we are offering a 2-foot, 2 foot 6, and 3-foot section.

We wanted to make a derby series that was accessible to everyone, from local kids who have just started competing all the way up to

seasoned professionals.

Your Carriage Show is coming up in June.

Tell us about that.

The Carriage Show will be held June 1516. It is a truly breathtaking event that I encourage spectators who are unfamiliar with the sport to come out and see. The horses and carriages at this show are simply stunning.

Also, our third season of Polo in the Park will kick off July 6 and will continue on Saturday evenings through the end of August.

There are games for the kids during half time.

We will have food and wine vendors, like King Street Oyster Bar and Stone Tower Winery, for adults to enjoy as well. Polo in the Park is a place to entertain friends or clients and has turned into the place to “see and be seen” on Saturday nights.

What are your future plans for the equestrian center at Morven Park?

Next year, I’d like to turn our Summer Show Series into a weekend series. The following year, I’d like to get a few larger, rated hunter/jumper shows here again. We used to do steeplechasing here, and that is definitely in our future plans, too. There is so much potential at Morven Park. I’m looking forward to serving our equestrian community, with schooling and competition opportunities for all horses and riders, in all disciplines, at all levels, to learn and grow. ML Page 4, top: Samantha Franklin at the water crossing on the course. Page 4, bottom: Morven Park dressage rings see plenty of action through the season. Page 36: One of the cross country jumps for the Horse Trials. Photos by Joanne Maisano.

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The exhibit will cast light on a captivating era in British sport, art, and literature. Don’t miss the unveiling of this newly restored unique decorative object from the NSLM’s permanent collection.

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Armata Stables with trainer Joseph G. Davies and rider Eric Portez for Rokeby Challenge trophy. Photo by Liz Callar.

Brad and Peter Hitchen presented the Hilary Hitchen Bateman Memorial trophy to Smoking Caraquena, ridden by Teresa Croce, trained by Carl Rafter.

Photo by Liz Callar.

SALEM RACECOURSE UPPERVILLE, VIRGINIA Winner of C. Reed Thomas, MFH Memorial Witor ridden by Eric Portez owned by Blair Wyatt.

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Pocket Talk ridden by Annie Yeager and owned by Kinross Farm won the Thomas and Virginia Beach Memorial. Photo by Joanne Maisano.

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MARCH 23, 2019

Bethany Baumgarden on Mystic Strike and Erin Swope La Isabella show their horses the timber jump before the race. Photo by Joanne Maisano.

Patrol Judge Stephanie Malevich tried to stay Vintage Vinnie with Eric Portez up won the Rokeby warm on this very windy, chilly day. Photo by Challenge against Mark Beecher on Old Timer.

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SHOOTING FOR THE MOON

By Michelle Baker Photos by Tony Gibson and Joanne Maisano

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here is a great green meadow not far from Washington, D.C. that beacons to visitors both young and old each spring and fall.

The Great Meadow Foundation would like that visitor list to include businesses from the Washington, D.C. corridor.

With its convenient geographic location, Great Meadow, a 380-acre field events center and steeplechase course, attracts horse enthusiasts, rocket launchers and even couples looking for a unique wedding venue. The Great Meadow Foundation wants the property to become a great corporate “Get Away for the Day” destination.

Keeping stress levels down and employees happy are paramount to the bottom line and retention. Happy employees are more productive employees. A day in the country for a team building activity, a professional development

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workshop, or a wine and painting party on the grounds of Great Meadow could be just the perfect half-day getaway for the staff.

The land is preserved as open space in perpetuity. However, keeping up a large property into perpetuity takes funding.

For now, newly elected board chair of the Great Meadow Foundation, Dr. John Hochheimer, has the job of guiding Great Meadow, perhaps not into perpetuity, but at least into the near future.

Hochheimer who has served as a director on the Great Meadow Executive Committee, and most recently as the secretary/treasurer on the Board of Trustees was chosen to lead the organization in January. His ties to the foundation date back two decades, when he brought model rocketry to Great Meadow.

“This is such a gem,” said Hochheimer. “I grew up on a farm and while I love living in Alexandria, coming out here and just being able to sit in the wide-open space is just wonderful.”

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Meadows | From page 40 The board is ready to shoot for the stars with new initiatives, as they continue to work on boosting the current events calendar.

In today’s world, a tricky part of planning is finding an event that doesn’t offend anyone and promotes a strong corporate culture.

A twist on the ever-popular paint and sip craze would be to bring the group out to Great Meadow for a day of capturing the beautiful landscape on canvas. Instead of taking a party bus to a winery, a group could secure a spot at Great Meadow, rent a tent (or not) and partner with a local caterer to offer local a menu of drinks, including locally made teas, wine and spirits.

Board members would also like to build on the current foundation of programs, such as the NOVAC Public Nights. The Northern Virginia Astronomy Club invites anyone with an interest in astronomy to join them on “Public Nights” for fun and educational evenings.

For a corporate twist on this program, consider this: a business owner brings staff to the park for a chef-prepared dinner under a tent. Follow this with blankets on the ground and a talk by a noted speaker, who would share his knowledge about the cosmos as the entertainment.

Since its initial launch in 2000, the rocketry program has grown exponentially. As a member of the Northern Virginia Association of Rocketry, Hochheimer has worked alongside local students in their quest to learn about science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through rocketry. He continues to help manage and run the finals for world’s largest rocket contest, the Team America Rocketry

Challenge Final Fly-Off, which is in its 17th year at Great Meadow.

“Through rocketry I got introduced to the board. They were looking for a little bit of a diversity other than horse people,” explained the rocket enthusiast who travels and launches rockets across the country. Hochheimer introduced his son, and later his grandson to rockets, and now he hopes to introduce them and Great Meadow to an even larger audience.

The annual national Team America Rocketry Challenge Final Fly-Off brings hundreds of aspiring rocketeers, their families, and supporters to The Plains each spring, vying for their chance to represent the United States on the world stage of model rocket engineering.

“We are trying to shore up things. We had some financial difficulties a couple years ago and we have overcome that,” he said. The organization is well back in the black thanks to some very generous donors.

However, a steady revenue stream would help to keep this pristine area up. Proceeds from events are used to maintain the property.

Smaller community non-profits do receive free access to the facility. Today, Great Meadow is home to more than 40 events annually, ranging from equestrian sports to cultural festivals to cross country running events.

The board and new chair are looking at what new events can be added that are synergistic, with the mission of providing outdoor space.

The key is finding what kind of activities will be allowed and allow others to come out and enjoy the land without damaging the delicate ecosystem. Whether it be a scavenger hunt, or an onsite mystery dinner, the board sees introducing business leaders to a variety of team outings

activities as a way to introduce Great Meadow to a wider and younger market.

“We are trying to reach closer into D.C. and really make this a destination for people to come on weekends and enjoy the place,” Hochheimer said.

The estimated number of guests through the gate each year is 200,000, from all over the country. The strongest concentration of guests is from Virginia, Washington D.C. and Maryland.

There are two different kinds of events at Great Meadow. The first type is land-lorded events where another organization pays to rent the space. An example would be to partner with a local winery or distillery in the area and have them come offer a taste of the country for the painting party. Fauquier and neighboring Loudoun County have a host of possible wineries from which to choose.

Currently, the largest land-lorded event held at Great Meadow is the Virginia Gold Cup. Many people think Gold Cup and Great Meadow are one and the same, however, they are actually two separate organizations.

The opportunities are limitless. So instead of drinks downtown, corporations may consider hosting a wine or beer tasting event on the grounds. A business may just want to rent a bus, load up the staff from the Northern Virginia headquarters, and head to the hills. While in the area, enjoy a stop or two on the way. Great Meadow staff could help plan a wine tour from D.C to the country.

The Great Meadow Foundation hosts 17 nights of Twilight Polo and the 4th of July. The largest Great Meadow Event is the Wegmans Meadows | Page 44

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hen tragedy touched her life, Alicia Swanstrom knew the time had come to make a change. Her boyfriend, Doug Green, who always championed and supported her dream of one day owning a business, was killed in action in Afghanistan, a week before he was scheduled to come home.

“It was a big realization for me about how short life is,” she recalled. Soon after, she left her job in public accounting and took some time for herself. It was then that she started focusing on self-care, and on consuming things that elevated her mood and made her body feel good.

Out of this time of grief and change, the idea for Greenheart was born.

“I really wanted to start this business just to provide people with healthy food and things that nourish them,” she said, adding that another goal is to help people through tough times, whatever they may be. She started slowly by selling home-made granola at farmers markets. Overtime, her endeavor grew to include juices, smoothies and nut milks, and expanded into a brick and mortar location in Leesburg. She started looking for investors and met Matthew Cahir of Middleburg Juice Company.

Cahir had transformed his health with the aid of a carefully-crafted green juice. After a busy, jet-setting job and an unhealthy lifestyle that left him struggling physically, he resolved to make a change. “I was horrified,” he said.

He didn’t enjoy smoothies but did like juice.

And so, over the course of several months, Cahir worked to refine what would become Middleburg Juice Company’s signature green juice, a recipe full of superfoods like kale, parsley, spinach, ginger, and lemon. In the process, he lost 50 pounds. People took notice, and once his juice caught on, his delivery business “exploded.” With over a thousand customers, he saw that it was time to grow.

Cahir reached out to Swanstrom after seeing a post on social media. “I loved her story,” he said. “It was almost a perfect fit for us to merge.” Swanstrom also believed that their two businesses complemented each other.

They shared a passion for quality ingredients, community spirit, and making people feel good. “The foundations lined up really

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nicely,” Swanstrom shared.

They’ve taken the process of merging their businesses “step-by-step,” she said, and they’re still working on the transition. Swanstrom and Cahir agreed, though, that it’s been an amazing partnership.

Shortly after they connected, Cahir drove through the Village of Aldie and noticed that the location previously occupied by Brassicas had become available. Swanstrom thought the quaint, historic village would be a perfect fit for a new Greenheart location. “I loved the fact that it’s an old home,” Swanstrom recalled. “I think it was appealing to us because we’re very focused on trying to find locations that line up really nicely with that old-town, historic feel where that sense of community is already there” she added, where “we can add a space for people to gather.” They took possession of the space three days before Heart | Page 43

Heart | From page 42 Aldie’s annual Harvest Wine and Food Festival, rushing to open on the day of the event.

“We didn’t want to miss the opportunity to introduce ourselves to people in the community,” Swanstrom said.

After a busy opening day, Greenheart has continued to generate new business. “It’s very rare that we don’t get a return customer,” Cahir said. “The whole point is that it’s there to serve the community.”

It’s easy to see why customers keep coming back. Open the door to the shop and you are greeted with a warm welcome from Greenheart’s employees, some of whom are familiar faces from Brassicas. The light, airy feel of the space creates a cozy and inviting atmosphere to sit and relax. And if that weren’t enough, there’s an obvious attention to detail, quality, and of course, flavor in each of Greenheart’s juices, smoothies, nut milks, and acai bowls.

Each recipe is crafted with ingredients designed to work together to create maximum health benefits.

“They’ve definitely evolved over time,” Swanstrom said of her recipes, pointing out

that she always uses real vanilla beans, never vanilla extract.

Soon, Greenheart will add coffee and espresso drinks to its meticulously-curated menu, as well as turmeric and matcha lattes, and breakfast and lunch options. Customers can also expect to see seasonal juices, including watermelon for the summer. Swanstrom and Cahir plan to expand the shop’s outdoor space with a comfortable patio, new garden beds, and even a coy pond – “for the kids,” Cahir said.

Plans are in the works for new locations in Old Town Alexandria and Georgetown.

Howe ve r, for now, Swanstrom said, the team is focused on the shop in Aldie.

Their most important goals are to create a sense of community,

help people feel better, and craft a positive environment where people feel empowered and educated about healthy eating.

“We want people to feel welcomed,” said Swanstrom. “We want people to feel better when they leave than when they walked in.” ML Page 42, bottom: Alicia Swanstrom, owner of Greenheart Juice Shop in Aldie, introduces customers to tantalizing new fresh juice options.

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Meadows | From page 41 Great Meadow Independence Day Celebration, with an anticipated attendance of 18,000 guests.

Ticketing options include tailgates, corporate tents, and RV passes.

The 4th of July festivities consist of all-day entertainment, with pony rides, rock walls, inflatable obstacle courses. Throughout the day, spectators can enjoy a variety of events on the steeplechase course, including an exhibition polo game, rocketry demonstrations, the rain machine and then the evening concludes with the largest fireworks display in Northern Virginia!

Through promotion of equestrian and field events, ecotourism, and education about the fragile nature of the Virginia Piedmont region, Great Meadow will play a leading role in the preservation of open space for generations to come.

Created in 1982 under the leadership of Arthur W. (Nick) Arundel with his purchase of hundreds of acres of rural land which had been slated for homes, the property has become the permanent home of the Virginia Gold Cup steeplechase races. Over the years, further equestrian facilities have been built for additional equestrian sports.

The recently renovated Greenhill Stadium

is home to Twilight Polo, Twilight Jumpers, the Northern Virginia Polo Classic, as well as the Great Meadow Polo Club. The National Sporting Library and Museum Polo Classic is held annually on the Sheila. C. Johnson Polo Field, which was completed in 2001.

This concept for adaptive use of an old abandoned farm has become a successful large national paradigm of what can be done to economically preserve open space land to productively benefit both its community and the regional environment.

“That sort of reflects too, I think, what business model we are trying to develop here…. events that we can landlord that we provide the space and the infrastructure, and the people come in actually set up and run something,” said Hochheimer.

In 2016, the foundation purchased an additional 175 acres of land, known now as Fleming Farm, and built a world-class equestrian arena with the financial support of local philanthropists. This group’s investment allowed Great Meadow to host the first ever Eventing Nations Cup™ in the Western Hemisphere. In addition to use for elite Olympic level competition, the arena and groomed cross-country track are used for young and developing riders and their horses through several area

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United States Pony Club.

Last year, the calendar expanded to include The Northern Virginia Therapeutic Riding Polo Classic, Clays for Hope, the Middleburg Hunt Club show. This year, the Halloween Twilight Polo Event rides into town on Oct. 31.

“We are doing a lot with weddings,” the chair said. Great Meadow offers several wedding locations on the property. The prestigious Members Hill and country-club style Summer House offer a stunning view of racecourse, Stewards Stand and the mountains beyond for a ceremony and reception. Nestled on the East side of the property, the charming Meadow House and Fleming Lawn offer a picturesque location for an intimate or large ceremony and reception.

Brides and wedding planners can have a field day customizing their day and bringing their vision to life.

“We have seen everything from formal black-tie affairs under a clear top tent to casual, relaxed weddings catered by food trucks.

The possibilities are endless,” said Kira Topeka, who is the director of marketing. “And bonus – the rental cost of the Great Meadow facility is tax-deductible!” ML Page 40, bottom left: John Hochheimer. Photo by Tony Gibson

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Partnership | From page 8 star culinary experience to them and prepare what is for most the best meal of their lives.”

Zilliox and his wife, Charmaine, recently celebrated five years of volunteering with SOWW. With all this vision and desire to help, other non-profits are chiming in. When Joshua’s Hands and Station Stitchers learned about the Warrior Retreat’s mission they decided to help by donating quilts for both guesthouses. Joshua’s Hands was founded by Joyce Guthrie in memory of her 16-year-old son, Joshua, who lived his short years as a servant and inspiration to those around him.

Joshua’s Hands’ mission is to encourage willing hands and servants’ hearts to cultivate the spirit of volunteerism and community involvement. Since 2011, the organization has hosted a Valiant Warrior Quilting 10-day event twice a year; all quilts are donated to worthy groups, including guests at the Warrior Retreat. Their next quilting event is June 7-16 at 205 N. Maple Avenue in Purcellville. Guthrie says it’s totally on a drop-in basis for groups or individuals, community organizations, scouts, churches and corporate groups.

“Men and women, young and old, come. We have people who don’t know how to hold scissors. They’re learning while serving—I love that combination. We do 100 quilts in 10 days. This

past January, we did 114,” said Guthrie.

Station Stitchers, established in 2010 under the direction of Penny Dunn, was named after the historic Purcellville Train Station where the group first met for quilting projects. Joshua’s Hands serves as the parent organization. Station Stitchers share their love of quilting with those in need, including patients at INOVA Loudoun Hospital in Leesburg. Projects are distributed to patients in oncology, intensive care and neonatal intensive care units, and to recovering soldiers at the Warrior Retreat. Since its formation, the group has donated more than 1,550 quilts; each quilt comes with a special label that shows “Station Stitchers” and the date the quilt was made.

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days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday) from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. No longer at the train station, Dunn opened a store front located at 201 N. Maple Avenue, Suite F in Purcellville. She sells hand-made items such as quilted blankets, purses and wall hangings; all proceeds funnel back into the charity that supplies quilts to hospitals and places like the Warrior Retreat.

Mighty Oaks Foundation is another non-profit helping SOWW by providing programs and counseling for people suffering from PTS and traumatic brain injuries. Seminars are held four times a year. In March, 13 warriors and seven counselors participated in one of these free PTS seminars.

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Piedmont’s Annual Spaghetti Dinner & 50/50 Raffle (4:30 – 6:30 p.m.) Join us for a spring-themed night of fun at Trinity Episcopal Church (9108 John Mosby Hwy, Upperville). Dine in and enjoy all-you-can-eat spaghetti, salad, bread, and desserts. Carry-out is also available. Dinner is catered by the Salamander Resort & Spa. Adults eat in $10; carry out $8; kids $5; children under 5 are free. Raffle tickets sold in packs of 6 for $5 or $1 a piece. Pre-sale tickets are available, call PCCC for details at 540-592-3908.

Upperville. The public is invited. Learn more at uppervillegardenclub.org.

members. RSVP to info@nationalsporting. org or (540) 687-6542 x4.

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Deconstructed: The NSLM Sporting Screen Opening (6 – 8 p.m.) Join the National Sporting Library & Museum to celebrate the opening of Deconstructed: The NSLM Sporting Screen!

The reception and exhibition viewing will be from 6-7 p.m., which will be followed by a lecture by conservator Deborah Parr. $10 admission, free to NSLM members. RSVP to info@nationalsporting.org or (540) 687-6542 x4. The Deconstructed: The NSLM Sporting Screen exhibit will run through September 15.

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Shakespeare in the ‘Burg Presents Twelfth Night (7:00 p.m.)

Shakespeare in the ‘Burg welcomes its sixth season with a performance of Twelfth Night.

The performance will be held at The Hill School’s Shelia Johnson Center for the Performing Arts. For tickets and more information, visit shakespeareintheburg.com.

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Waterford Concert Series Presents Camerata RCO (4 p.m.)

Camerata RCO was formed by members of the famed Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra of Amsterdam to share their delight in chamber music with a special focus on winds and strings. Don’t miss this remarkable opportunity to hear one of the world’s great chamber ensembles in the intimate atmosphere of Waterford’s Old School. Learn more at waterfordconcertseries.org.

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56th Annual Daffodil Show Presented by the Upperville Garden Club (2 – 5 p.m.) The Annual Daffodil Show is presented in conjunction with The American Daffodil Society. Held at Upperville’s Buchanan Hall, 8549 John Mosby Hwy,

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Food & Folk Benefit for Grace Montessori School (5:30 – 8:30 p.m.) This special community event at Grace Episcopal Church will begin with a community potluck in the Parish Hall, followed by a 7:00 p.m. candlelit concert in the church with Richmond’s Lobo Marino and local artists Jiamie Pyles & Henry Rust. Bring a dish! Bring your friends! Get your tickets at facebook.com/events/327379164799135/.

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N SL Mo l o g y : The Science of Sporting Art This spring, the National Sporting Library & Museum melds art with science to create NSLMology: The Science of Sporting Art. Get up close and personal with the physics of locomotion and identify meteorological patterns, ecology, the science of colors, and even chemistry.

4/13

Great Middleburg Cleanup at the Middleburg Community Center (8 – 10:30 a.m.) Spring is in the air, so it’s time to do a little cleaning! Dress comfortably and be ready to sweep up the streets. All ages welcome!

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Coffee with the Curator: Deconstructed (10 – 11:30 a.m.) Enjoy an informal coffee reception and tour of Deconstructed: The NSLM Sporting Screen. The morning will begin with a coffee reception at 10 a.m., followed by a tour of the exhibition with Claudia Pfeiffer, the NSLM’s George L. Ohrstrom, Jr. Curator. $5 admission, free to NSLM

Berryville Main Street Yard Sale (8 a.m. – 3 p.m.) More than 100 sellers will join us for our biannual downtown yard sale, which will be held throughout Main Street and the surrounding areas. There is no admission fee for shoppers, and parking is free. Rain date Saturday, April 20. Contact 540-955-4001 or director@ berryvillemainstreet.org for more details.

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Early Spring Bistro Dinner Cooking Class with Chef Dinah Corley (2 p.m.) Work with our guest chef, Dinah Corley, to create stuffed artichokes, celery root salad, baked rice with fresh herbs, and much more. Chef Corley is a food writer, teacher and restaurant consultant, and has studied under both Julia Child and James Beard. $79 per person, held at the Cooking Studio at the Salamander Resort & Spa. Reservations required, please call (540) 326-4070.

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Dog Days Bloom Festival at Great Country Farms (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.) Watch competition-level canines from Appalachian Air Canines fetch Frisbees and novice and veteran competitors can join in on the fun! Meet vendors with specialty pet products, receive training tips and lessons, and compete in our Doggy Olympics for prizes! Our beer and wine garden will be open serving Dirt Farm Brewing beer and Bluemont Vineyard wine. Day-of admission: $10/adult, $8/child (dogs are free!). Find the schedule of events and details at greatcountryfarms.com/festivals-events/ dog-days-bloom-festival/.

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Middleburg Concert Series: TheVanBuren Winds (4 – 5:30 p.m.) The Middleburg Concert Series’ 2019 program will kick off with a performance by the renowned Shenandoah Conservatory’s faculty ensemble the Van Buren Winds. The groups’ performances feature enchanting and lively chamber works, capturing the unique colors of the wind instruments. Held at Middleburg United Methodist Church. Details and tickets at middleburgconcerts.com/events.

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Time Travel with Four Saxophones (3 p.m.) It’s baroque.

It’s belle époque. It’s Broadway. It’s a journey through the history of the saxophone. Held at the Parish House, a Ministry of Emmanuel Episcopal Church (105 E. Washington St.). At the Parish House is a ministry our Parish House uses as a venue for the performing arts and other cultural activities.

Most events are not ticketed, but have a suggested donation. More performance info at emmanuelmiddleburg.org.

5K Race Through Tuscany & 1-Miler at Three Fox Vineyards (9 a.m.) The 5k course is three laps around our scenic winery. The race finishes next to our outdoor wine tasting bar! Those who just want a view of the winery can do a 1-mile walk and kids can do the 1-miler. All participants receive a finishing medal! Walkers, strollers and leashed pets are welcome to attend this event. Participants receive a discount on wine. Registration details at threefoxvineyards.com/events.

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Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt at the Salamander Resort (8 p.m.) Who says you have to go on an Easter egg hunt during the day? Experience the thrill of hunting for Easter eggs in the dark with glow in the dark eggs. Collect your eggs and prizes for a “glowing” holiday!

Bring your own basket, entry fee is a canned good item to donate to Seven Loaves Services.

Held on the Grand Lawn at the Salamander Resort & Spa. For more information, please call (540) 326-4060.

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Coming Out of HIBernation (12 – 6 p.m.) Come celebrate spring with us at Bear Chase Brewing Company! We don’t know about you, but we’re ready to come out of the den and enjoy the warmer weather. We’re going to go all out, Bear Chase style, with cornhole, bear pong, outdoor kids’ activities, and more! Located at 18294 Blueridge Mountain Road, Bluemont.

Learn more at bearchasebrew.com/event/ coming-out-of-hibernation.

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Easter Sunday Grand Buffet at the Salamander Resort (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.) Hop over to our ballroom and visit with the Easter bunny while enjoying a delicious brunch buffet with sweet and savory holiday favorites for the entire family. The brunch will also feature a makeyour-own keepsake designing station as well as a photo opportunity with the Easter bunny! Cost is $98 per person; $45 per child.

Held in the ballroom at the Salamander Resort & Spa. Reservations required, please call (540) 326-4070.

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Women’s Health & Wellness Summit (8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.)

The Women’s Health & Wellness Summit is a one-day event bringing women together and providing them with tools and resources to help achieve better health through better living. Learn how to manage stress, make healthy food choices, and live the lifestyle you want for a happy life. The event will be held at the Washington Dulles Airport Marriott. Purchase tickets and find details at womenshealthandwellnesssummit.com.

Hi l lsb oro’s 2019 Gardens in the Gap Join us for a celebration of spring in Historic Hillsboro! The celebration begins with an Artisan Crafts Fair (held Friday from noon to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

Visit with artisans across all media including ceramics, painting, and fabrics. Food, beverages, and music all day! On Friday evening, join us for an evening with Andrea Wulf, a New York Times bestselling author. Don’t miss tickets for Saturday’s Southern-Style Garden Tea and Historic Garden Tours. For tickets, visit oldstoneschool.org.

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Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival What began in 1924 has turned into an iconic annual event, with something for everyone! There are over forty events including band competitions, dances, parades, carnival, dinners, luncheons, a wine festival, a 10K Race, the Coronation of Queen Shenandoah, two large parades, and celebrities. Learn more by visiting thebloom.com.

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Middleburg Humane Foundation’s Blue Jean Ball (6 -11 p.m.) As Middleburg Humane Foundation’s 24th annual gala, the Blue Jean Ball features a live auction, cocktail hour, dinner, dessert, and dancing. Wear your favorite “jeans and gems” and dress ‘em up as much as you’d like for an inspiring program and auction. Held at the Middleburg Barn at Fox Chase Farm.

Tickets available at middleburghumane.org.

Slow Food, Vast Wine at the Middleburg C ommunity Center (5 – 10 p.m.) Slow Food Vast Wine is the premier culinary event in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. This year’s chefs include Ryan Ross (winner of 2015 Chopped) and Don Higby (Winner of the 2018 SFVW Chef Competition). They will prepare savory, locally sourced dishes, paired with lush Virginia wines – all while supporting John XXII Montessori Children’s Center in Front Royal.

Tickets at slowfoodvastwine.org/tickets.

Purcellville Music and Arts Festival (12 – 7 p.m.) The Purcellville Music and Arts Festival celebrates the Purcellville community, history, and culture.

Held at Fireman’s Field, 250 South Nursery Avenue, the family-friendly festival is free and open to the public.

It will include multiple stages, featuring a wide range of musical entertainment, activities, and food vendors. Find more details at purcellvillemusicandartsfestival.com.

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NSLMology Family Day (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.) This spring, the National Sporting Library and Museum melds art with science to create NSLMology: The Science of Sporting Art, an exhibition for explorers of all ages! Visitors are invited to experience scientific principles within three centuries of paintings, sculptures, works on paper, and hands-on activities. No admission charge. RSVP to info@nationalsporting.org or (540) 687-6542 x4.

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The Loudoun Chorale Presents: Americana The Loudoun Chorale will celebrate the eclectic and glorious American choral tradition in their spring concert. Tickets are $15 online and $20 at the door; children under 12 are free. The performances are scheduled for Sat., April 27 at 7 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church at 711 W Main St. Purcellville, and Sun., April 28 at 4 p.m. at the Leesburg Community Church at 835 Lee Ave SW, Leesburg. Find tickets and details at loudounchorale.org.

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Partnership | From page 46 temporary retreat; it has become a home, a place of healing and a time of meeting a new-found family. It has allowed us to recharge from the daily stressors of recovering in the hospital environment while enjoying comforts of a homeaway-from-home. We could enjoy a cup of coffee on the front porch gazing at the mountains, take a nap on the couch and prepare our own meals. My stay here was pivotal in my therapy,” said Theresa R., Captain, U.S. Army (Ret.).

John relayed a story of four “battle buddies” who stayed at the retreat with their families.

They had not seen each other in 10 years since their Humvee hit an IED (improvised explosive device) that killed two of their friends. These four survivors spent months and years in recovery. “They told us the time spent together again at the retreat was the best therapy they could ever hope for,” John shared.

Recently, SOWW established a partnership with a second retreat: Courtland Retreat for Healing and Learning, which is a 100-acre site at the historic Courtland Farm in Aldie which just opened in December 2018. Jacqueline Black is the newly appointed executive director. The for-profit side of Courtland Farm is called The Manor at Courtland Farm, which is an elegant venue for business, private functions

and chic rustic weddings.

Black added, “As a non-profit, we invite families to come for three-day stays who are dealing with cancer, life-threatening illnesses; we also host underprivileged children and military personnel. We open our facility for healing, restoration, free of charge.” Part of their recreation includes a pool, horses for horseback riding, a fish pond and a playground. The facility accommodates up to 20 people overnight. They can host three or four families at one time depending on the family size. In 2018, the Dominicks visited Courtland Farm, and they invited Black to tour their Warrior Retreat.

“That’s when we asked, how can we be of service to each other,” Black said.

“Our partnership with Courtland Farm has proven to be a true asset in helping to improve the lives of our warriors and their families. Our community understands the importance of our military families and has shown their commitment by bringing their talents, time and financial resources in supporting this cause,” said the SOWW founder.

And the retreat’s success is growing by evidence of an increasing demand and a waiting list. In response, Shirley added, “Our goal is to build three additional lodging houses and a multi-purpose building.”

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actly the kind of win-win-win situations that Serve Our Willing Warriors seeks out in fulfilling its mission. Everyone involved benefits in the relationships that are developed in the act of giving back to some very deserving people,” John added. ML To learn more about Serve Our Willing Warriors and the Warrior Retreat at Bull Run, visit www.willingwarriors.org. SOWW is sustained by annual fundraising events and generous donations. For more information on Joshua’s Hands and Station Stitchers, visit www.joshuashands. org/Station_Stitchers. Learn more about Mighty Oaks Foundation at www.mightyoaksprograms. org. Visit www.crhlva.com to learn more about Courtland Retreat for Healing and Learning.

Page 8: Serve Our Willing Warriors Founders Shirley and John Dominick at the PENFED Foundation Home ribbon cutting at the Bull Run Warrior Retreat last year.

Page 46, left: The Ochans were the first Wounded Warrior family to visit the Courtland Retreat in Aldi. While at the retreat they decided to renew their wedding vows.

Courtesy of Jacqueline Black or Courtland Retreat in Aldie. Page 46, right: Quilters from top to bottom at Bull Run Warrior Retreat: Krystal Baranoski, Sandy Dart, Gail Shivers, Joyce Guthrie (founder of Joshua’s Hands), Bonne Lange, Nicki Grondin, Mickey Holman and Penny Dunn (founder of Station Stitchers).

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Charles L. Plante Book Scholarships OPEN TO HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS Story and photo by Kerry Phelps Dale

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hile high school seniors await the results of their college applications, scholarship applications take the forefront in spring.

The Charles L. Plante Book Scholarship offered by the Middleburg Library currently is accepting applications from community scholars. Four $1000 awards are designated for college textbooks for students recognized for academic achievement, community service and their love of literature.

Applicants must reside in a zipcode in the Middleburg area: Middleburg, Marshall, Delaplane, The Plains, Aldie, Upperville, Philomont, Bluemont or Paris. They must also have a Loudoun County library card.

“We have attempted to identify local young people who would benefit from this award…kids who would find buying textbooks a financial burden,” said Middleburg

Advisory Board President Alix Coolidge.

“Part of our mission,” continued Coolidge, “is to help reduce the stress on students as

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they go off to school, many of them leaving home for the first time.”

Many of the applicants in the past were the first in their family to attend college and had been residents of Windy Hill, graduates of Middleburg and Banneker Elementary schools, and Foxcroft School.

Coolidge added, “As a library board, we also want to foster their love of books with hopes of them supporting their local libraries for years to come.”

Lynn Royston Wine, former teacher and scholarship committee member, is so passionate about the students who apply after reading their essays that she often personally donates to provide an additional scholarship each year.

Application forms are available at Middleburg Library or online—https://library. loudoun.gov/Locations-Hours/Middleburg.

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PETS OF THE MONTH Amigo is a 2-yearold, neutered male, GSD mix. Amigo has come from a home where he was not being properly cared for. He is dogselective and will need a dog-to-dog meeting before he is taken home with another animal.

Amigo can be very friendly but would prefer a home with no children.

McKinley is a 10.5-year-old, neutered male, blind, Shih Tzu. He is very wellrounded and loves people of all sizes. He would do best in the house with little to no stairs.

He is good with other animals and can’t wait to find his forever home!

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BLUE RIDGE HUNT SPONSORS 70TH POINT TO POINT RACES

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e’re looking at not only a horse race, but a community-wide event of interest to everyone,” said Jeff LeHew, chairman of the Blue Ridge Hunt Point to Point Races.

The races are set to go on Sunday, April 21, at Woodley Farm.

Woodley is a beautiful 383-acre working farm situated in the heart of the Blue Ridge Hunt Country. Positioned high on a ridge, it not only offers exceptional views of the Blue Ridge and Massanutten Mountains, the farm has its own point-to-point course.

This year marks the 70th year for the races, a long-time fixture on the calendars of Clarke County residents and area racing enthusiasts.

Historic Woodley Farm offers fantastic views of the rolling racecourse. For those new to the sport, point-to-point is a form of horseracing over timbers and fences for hunting horses and amateur riders.

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on the hillside overlooking the timber and hurdle fences.

LeHew, who is also joint master of the Blue Ridge Hunt, notes that not only does the day include a 10-race card, it also features a variety of activities throughout the afternoon for spectators to enjoy.

Among the highlights will be a Vendors Village offering wares for sale including the ever-popular hat sales, a vintage car show, parades of the Blue Ridge Hunt foxhounds and the Nantucket-Treweryn beagles, a landowner’s tent, and the always popular stick horse races. Kids wanting to join in the fun can bring their own stick horse or make one with supplies provided on the grounds.

The Easter Bunny could make an appearance too. Following the stick horse races, all eyes will be on the Easter Egg Hunt, since this year the Blue Ridge race date falls on Easter Sunday. We encourage you to pack a basket for your egg-collecting.

Post time is 1 p.m. and gates open at 11 a.m. for early arrivals and tailgate set-up.

Spectators can also purchase items from food vendors on site.

General admission is $25. A reserved parking space is $150. According to LeHew, anyone showing up in a vintage car is welcomed at no charge.

Party tents, 20’x20’ in size, are available by reserving in advance.

“As in the past, we’re welcoming residents from Clarke County and the surrounding areas for a full day of racing and events geared to the interests of the community,” said LeHew, adding “there’s a lot of tradition as the Blue Ridge Hunt dates back to 1880.”

Woodley is located at 590 Woodley Lane, Berryville, Virginia.

For additional information and reservations contact Diana Perry at (540) 631-1919 or order online at Blueridgeraces.org. ML

Local adventure, lifetime memories.

From adventures to memories and everything in between.

Experience-worthy, cherished traditions begin right in your own backyard.

For reservations please call 877.840.2063

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Middleburg ~ Main street commercial location in the heart downtown. Two large windows shed light into 2,400 square feet of space with 10’+ ceilings. The brick front and stucco sided building offers an open interior space. Features separate Men’s & Women’s bathrooms, utility room and small store room. Side access provided by a garage type door. Parking $6,000/mo and a large paved side lot. Zoned C2.

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