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LI F E Farming: Not Just a Business A Way of Life + Art is in the Eye of the Beholder & Looking at Real Estates

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ON THIS PAGE Dana Thompson’s oil painting “After the Rain” took home Best of Show at the 72nd Piedmont Regional Art Show and Sale at Grace Church in The Plains last month. The Piedmont Regional Art Show & Sale is a highlight of spring for the community, and a major annual fundraising event for Grace Church. This year more than 300 artworks from gifted regional artists were featured in the two-day May show. Photo by Michelle Baker

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THE PLAINS Story by Rosie Powers | Photos by Randy Litzinger

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right next to the main intersection in town. They will gladly help you find furniture that suits your wants and needs. Drop in and find something to carry home from The Plains as a useful souvenir. If you’re not in the market for furniture, at least stop in and see the birds. 6483 Main St., The Plains, VA 20198 www.peytonsplacefurniture.com HUNT COUNTRY YARNS A few doors down from Peytons Place is a store filled with specialty yarn and needles waiting to aid creative minds. Local yarns from the neighboring town of Marshall are very popular in the knitting community. Not a knitter? Enjoy the creativity of others. Inventory includes sweaters and scarves ready to for the fall. 6482 Main St., The Plains, VA 20198 www.skeins.com ART IN THE PLAINS There are several art studios in The Plains which may be a local secret but we are happy to share this secret. Drop in Zig Zag Crafts Gallery and Shop right on Main Street for unique gifts. Find the small building situated behind Peytons Place and step inside and meet William Webster, a watercolorist whose workspace is filled with easels and a desk that are perfect for him. Webster’s art is displayed on the walls and floor making it easy for visitors to view. You may walk away with a new favorite piece for your art collection. Main St., The Plains, VA 20198 www.zigzagtheplains.com www.youngbloodartstudio.com GREAT MEADOWS Visit The Plains on Friday or Saturday and immerse yourself in Virginia’s horse country activities with an evening of Twilight Jumpers or Twilight Polo. Bring a picnic and enjoy watching some of the best local equestrians compete or watch an energizing game of polo. Once the competition wraps up, there is an afterparty with music and dancing. 5089 Old Tavern Rd, The Plains, VA 20198 www.greatmeadow.org

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TIMELESS BY DESIGN WITH JOANNE SWIFT AT THE SHAGGY RAM Story and Photos by Kaitlin Hill

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come from an artist in Kentucky. And around each corner, striking faux flower arrangements assembled by two local girls. Swift says, “I try to mix old and new and feature artists that I feel are really good…I love anything that is quality, unique, honest and in good taste.” Her collection has something for everyone and every budget. “I do everything from $6.50 up to $10,000. It’s a whole variety,“ she notes. The home décor and furniture store even has a children’s shop, adorably dubbed “Little Lambkins,” so youngsters can be draped in English imports, too. Beyond retail, Swift is well known by clients all over the world and right here in Middleburg for her design services reflecting her decades of experience. “I have been here for 30 years, this is my design room,” she explains as she opens the doors to a room overflowing with fabric swatches, sewing machines and measuring tapes. “I have drapery people; I have carpet people; I have wallpaper people; upholstery people. We do it all out of here.” Her skill set is as limitless as the scale of projects she is willing to take on. From refurbishing a set of chairs to re-hauling the

decorative vision of the Ambassador’s residence in Morocco and completely remaking a chateau in Switzerland – Swift can do it all. With her wealth of experiences and a keen eye for style, Swift has curated a collection and a design philosophy that are consistent and simultaneously eclectic. She pairs elements of new and old, homegrown and international, modest and grand resulting in timeless installments that are reflective of her simple yet purposeful principles. “A good design will last forever. It can be contemporary, traditional; it can be whatever you want as long as it is done properly.” Swift adds, “I only buy what I absolutely love… That’s the best advice I can give. Don’t buy anything you don’t love. Don’t buy anything you think you are going to replace.” Love and timelessness could easily describe Swift, too. Love for her job and her clients are immediately apparent upon entering The Shaggy Ram, which she has re-leased for at least seven more years. She remembers a client telling her, “’You’re not working here, Joanne, this is your passion.’” “So many clients come in year after year and they have become my friends. That’s what I love about being here.” ML

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Original portion of houselocated built inwithin 1790 in Preston A remarkable property a private City, CT House was dismantled and rebuilt at enclave just | minutes from town | Stone and stucco manor house withofmain master quality suite | |7Log current site | Detail worklevel is museum additional | 5from stoneWestern FP | Beautiful wing moved BR to site Virginiagardens, circa 1830 water pool, cabana, carriage house & |terraces, 4 BR, 4 salt full BA, 2 half BA, 9 FP & detached 2-car stable with 2 paddocks | Lovely finishes throughout garage | Historic bank barn log shed moved & sweeping lawnstone to private trailsand to Goose Creek | from31Leesburg, VA | Private, minutes from town | acres | Private, elegant & convenient

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circa circa1890 1890frame frameand andlog loghome homecompletely completely updated updatedand andrestored restored| | Interior Interior log log walls walls exposed exposed | Vaulted ceiling in great room with exposed beams, | stone Vaulted ceiling in great room with exposed beams, fireplace | Beautiful floors, 3 bedrooms, 2 stone fireplace | Beautiful bedrooms, full baths and 1 half bath | floors, Guest 3house, active2 full baths andhouse, 1 half numerous bath | Guest house, active stone spring outbuildings, old stone walled barn allnumerous overlooking 3 acre pond spring house, outbuildings, with island | Mountain views | 29.69 acres old stone walled barn all overlooking 3 acre pond

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A remarkable property located within a private Circa 1850’s log and frame home moved and enclave just |minutes from2town and rebuilt at site 3 bedrooms, baths| Stone | Exposed beams interior walls | Stone fireplace | stucco and manor houselog with main level master suite also moved rebuilt, has approved | 7Barn additional BR | 5and stone FP | Beautiful gardens, 2 bedroom perc site | Large pond, many streams, terraces, salt water pool, cabana, carriage house & multiple building sites | Private Fauquier location stable with 2 paddocks | Lovely finishes outside village of Scuffleburg | 305 acres

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Prime location, offroom Springs Surrounded circa 1800 | Living withRoad FP | | Exposed log outbuilding | Original Wellwith by large farms & estates | wood Housefloors circa |1890 proportioned rooms | Master BR addition in 2000 | 2 BR, 1 1/2 BA, FP, hardwood floors, new kitchen with ample storage | Large screened in porch off Garage | 2 sheds/studio potential | Tenant house kitchen overlooking private yard | Mature trees, | Property shares large spring fed Blue pondRidge | garden, incredible western views of the 13.21village acres living, with Mountains | Private All the setting perks ofon quiet privacy and convenient access to Routes 50, 17 and 66 $550,000

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GARDENING:

MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR MINUTES Story and Photos by Ashley Bommer Singh

here never seems to be enough time. My friends and I have been following Jamie Oliver’s 5 Ingredients cookbook for dinner to try to pare down the chaos in our lives. Why try to do it all when you can simplify? Oliver focuses on five ingredients that come together beautifully and quickly to make things fun like super green spaghetti with just garlic, greens like cavolo nero or kale, parmesan and ricotta. Yum. This got me thinking about the gardens. What could we do with just five items to beautify our spaces? Could we make our gardens look more natural in less time? The Chelsea Garden Show in the UK comes together in just weeks; but they have armies of people and volunteers and money for thousands of plants to make it happen. Could some gardening be made as simple as putting dinner together in 30 minutes or less? With this in mind, I took

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a walk around our property. The vegetable garden had found its own rhythm mostly because I let winter things go to seed during a busy spring. Carrots were in flower and the rocket lettuce is almost three feet tall covered in seed pods. The wildness is charming and quite beautiful against the red paprika yarrow. But in truth I’ve been dreading days of work to ensure a summer harvest. Using Jamie’s approach, I decided that we don’t need to plant the entire garden center or seed catalogue. What five vegetables do we really want in the summer garden and on our dinner plates? For me it was: tomatoes, zucchini, squash, runner beans and peppers. After reading A Garden Can Be Anywhere, Lauri Kranz’s great resource for creating edible gardens, I appreciated the author’s desire to add pollinator friendly plants to all her vegetable gardens. My yarrow and carrots gone wild certainly fit that bill, as do the purple salvia nemorosa and statuesque fox-

tails. The author suggested adding African basil which she noted is the heart of all her vegetable gardens. Keeping it simple, I thought I should add just five flowers to the vegetable area: zinnias and cosmos and three edible flowers nasturtium, anise hyssop, and Orange Gem marigolds (the only marigolds you can eat!). My herbs mostly stick around year after year - oregano, thyme, chives, and mint. I add as much basil as I can plant. I like to make pesto. Five plants for our new brick garden? A combination of asters, Karl Foerster grass, echinacea, agastache and white catmint. To spice up your entrance, you can’t go wrong with roses, boxwood, and dwarf hydrangeas with geranium and catmint to soften the edges. A shade garden? Try astilbe, Japanese painted ferns, hostas, hellebores and columbine. Now, the pots. The spring annuals such as Gardening | Page 9

Gardening | From page 8 pansies and violas are done. It is time to fill with perennials or summer annuals. Can five ingredients apply to the pots as well? David and Diane at Abernethy & Spencer Greenhouses think so. They make pots in minutes drawing on about 20 plants. A good top five would be dusty miller, dipladenia, melampodium, sweet potato vine and wave petunias. Or do just three: dipladenia, diamond frost and English ivy. Tell them what colors you want and throw things together. Use good quality potting soil with peat moss, add some compost on top and water regularly to keep patios and balconies brilliant. And don’t forget about fall bulbs. Summer is the best time

to order for November delivery. My five favorites: alliums (my favorites are ambassador, nigrum, and drumstick), Sir Winston Churchill daffodils, parrot tulips, grape hyacinth for borders, and Camassia for under the apple trees. I have a lot of gardens, but thinking about five key ingredients makes each one more manageable. Whether you have a dozen areas or a few pots on the patio, try to simplify and stick to what works. Pay attention to plant preferences. Shade plants should be in the shade. No azaleas in full sun, please, and likewise move the asters to the sun. Once you have things under control, you can layer on your gardens every year, but thinking about five ingredients is a pretty good – and manageable – way to get started. ML

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Upperville Colt & Horse Show GOES GREEN WITH NEW RECYCLING PROGRAM

he 2019 Upperville Colt & Horse Show (UCHS), presented by St. Bride’s Farm, announced its partnership with Green is the New Blue, a new environmental platform founded by amateur hunter rider Stephanie Riggio Bulger in May just prior to the kickoff to this year’s events. The Upperville Colt & Horse Show, founded in 1853, is the longest running horse show in the United States. Events kicked off on June 3 and continue until June 9 in picturesque Upperville, under the oaks. The iconic seven-day event is regarded as a boutique attraction and a fixture on the schedules of Virginia locals and world-class equestrians alike, making it the perfect place to introduce Green is the New Blue. Featuring a FEI CSI4* rating and World Championship Hunter Rider (WCHR) designation, this is a can’t-miss event for both competitors and spectators alike each year. A general admission parking pass for the 2019 UCHS is $45 per car and is valid for the entire week. A discounted rate of $30 for a

parking pass may be redeemed online using the code “Phelps19.” Green is the New Blue is introducing exciting new initiatives, aimed at educating horse shows and equine participants on sustainability issues, through the debut of UCHS’ new recycling program at this year’s event. “The Upperville Colt & Horse Show is pleased to announce its inaugural, comprehensive recycling program, sponsored by Green is the New Blue and its founder Stephanie Riggio Bulger,” said UCHS President Barb Roux when it was announced on May 21. “Recycling and engaging in environmentally responsible efforts is vital to our community. With this precedent-setting partnership and recycling initiative in equestrian sports, we hope to encourage other North American horse shows to follow our mutual lead.” Green is the New Blue has two simple goals: educate horse show exhibitors and managers about best practices for sustainability and ecological safety and provide them with the tools to make these changes easy and straightforward

to implement. “The Upperville Colt & Horse Show seemed like such a great fit for our launch,” said Bulger. “It is the oldest horse show in the country, has such prestige and is an intimate show despite its size and scope, so it felt like a really good fit,” continued Bulger. As part of UCHS’ new recycling program, sponsored by Green is the New Blue, volunteers in utility vehicles are driving from barn to barn collecting various recyclable materials such as shavings and mulch bags, making it as easy and convenient as possible for exhibitors to sort, recycle and properly dispose of their trash. In addition to improving recycling facilities at horse shows, other initiatives Bulger hopes to enforce in the future include straw-free horse show environments, working with vendors to utilize more eco-friendly packaging and eliminating the use of plastic water bottles by distributing reusable water bottles as prizes and providing water coolers throughout the showgrounds with biodegradable cups. ML

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1 WHAT A MAN, WHAT A MAN Photos by Michelle Baker

Make Dad happy this Father’s Day with a gift that he will love. Freshen up his look or add fun to his day with these gifts from local retailers.

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Rallywood Equestrian The Plains $4,400,000 | SOLD | Represented Buyer

Salem Oaks Equestrian Marshall $3,300,000 | SOLD | Represented Seller

Seaton Place Equestrian Delaplane $1,995,000 | SOLD | Represented Buyer

Rockhaven Equestrian Delaplane $1,675,000 | SOLD | Represented Buyer

Kilkelly Equestrian Delaplane $1,295,000 | FOR SALE

Middlebrook Estate Middleburg | $1,150,000 UNDER CONTRACT | RepresentingBuyer

Lees Ridge Equestrian Warrenton $1,190,000 | SOLD | Represented Buyer

Custom Barn Conversion Waterford | $899,000 UNDER CONTRACT | Buyer and Seller

Village Hamlet Cape Middleburg | $749,000 UNDER CONTRACT | Representing Seller

Maidstone Ordinary Rectortown $550,000 | SOLD | Represented Buyer

Pipers Run Cottage Upperville | $449,000 UNDER CONTRACT | Buyer and Seller

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PARTYING FOR PRESERVATION Story and photos by Heidi Baumstark

orever. It’s a pretty powerful word. It implies permanence, no turning back. When it comes to protecting the permanence of Virginia’s countryside, the Land Trust of Virginia (LTV) specializes in it. For over a quarter of a century, LTV has been protecting Virginia’s heritage of open spaces, natural resources, farms, forests and water forever. On May 19, LTV held their 21st annual “Garden Party to Save Virginia’s Countryside” at historic Hickory Tree Hall located on Hickory Tree Farm, a 300-acre Thoroughbred breeding, training and horseracing facility on a farm of rolling pastures and spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Guests mingled and marveled at this historic Middleburg property, stewards of Joseph Gargan and Susan Pope. The event was graciously hosted by Mimi Abel Smith who once lived at Hickory Tree Farm and who still lives nearby. When Gargan and Pope were asked if Hickory Tree could be the site of this year’s garden party, they happily agreed, according to Sally Price, LTV’s executive director since 2017. These annual garden parties are hosted by various Virginia farm and estate owners and provide the perfect venue for hundreds to gather to celebrate the success of LTV and to honor

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heroes dedicated to this notion of “forever” when it comes to preserving the Commonwealth’s natural and cultural heritage through conservation easements. Founded in 1992, LTV is a nationally accredited private 501 (c) (3) organization that partners with private landowners who wish to preserve their working farmland, natural lands and/or water resources for the benefit of the community and future generations. Currently, LTV holds 175 easements across 15 counties in the Commonwealth, which comes to just shy of 20,000 acres. Loudoun ranks first at 8,679 protected acres (98 easements) with Fauquier ranking second at 4,784 acres (38 easements). Awards were presented in three categories: Steward of the Year, Landowner of the Year and Conservationist of the Year. A special Conservation Award went to Tony Buffington, Jr., Blue Ridge Supervisor for Loudoun County. Food was catered by Pampa’s Fox, wine and beer was provided by local Slater Run Vineyards and Old Bust Head Brewery, flower arrangements by Barbara Sharp, plus local art with this year’s special feature, Painting for Preservation, as well as a Silent Auction. The Painting for Preservation project was the idea of Lilla Ohrstrom, LTV board member, local artist and owner of Youngblood Art Studio in The Plains. Artists were positioned in various parts of the farm to paint the scene in front of

them, which were then auctioned off as “wet paint” pieces at the end of the party. Artists included Anthony Barham, Misia Broadhead, Teresa Duke, Helen Hilliard, Laura Hopkins, Chris Stephens and Lida Stifel. Final auction winners could take home a fresh art piece as a commemoration of the event, beautifully memorialized in art. Local businesses donated tempting auction items arranged in categories such as Fashion/Jewelry, Equestrian Sports, Experiences, Getaways/Stays, Culinary/Wine, Goods, and Wellness/Beauty. The Rev. Weston Mathews, rector of Grace Episcopal Church in The Plains, opened with a blessing and thanked all for “being good stewards of God’s creation.” LTV board chairman, Christopher Dematatis, welcomed guests dressed in festive spring attire, some topped with stylish hats. He thanked everyone for coming and asked by show of hands, anyone who has land under easement— whether with LTV or another conservation group. A sea of hands went up signifying the core value of preservation among the crowd. Dematatis presented the Steward of the Year award to Stephen and Carole Napolitano, landowners along the Blue Ridge in Round Hill who exemplify ideal land stewards by employing best management practices, enhancing water resources and farmland soils on their 59-acre property they have Preservation | Page 16

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Preservation | From page 14 protected over the past 36 years. They have also acquired neighboring properties to add to their protected acres. Landowner of the Year was awarded to The Montebello Rosse Trust in Orange County for its efforts to protect a 543-acre estate. Originally established as a farm in 1728, the property has been in the Rosse family for generations and includes historic buildings, formal gardens, fields, forests, rolling hills, a perennial stream and wetlands. With an easement, this eliminates the possible division of the property into what could have been 250 building lots. Accepting the award were Colin Rosse, Andrea Rosse, Rob Rosse and Leslie Rosse Foster. Conservationist of the Year is presented to the person who has made a significant contribution to Virginia’s land-trust movement. Price added, “The Board of Directors couldn’t pick one person, so they picked two: Harry F. Atherton of Fauquier County and Alfred P. Van Huyck of Loudoun.” Atherton served on Fauquier’s Planning Commission for 18 years, was on the county’s Board of Supervisors for eight years and for three years, served as its chairman. Three initiatives during his leadership have promoted the preservation of Fauquier’s countryside: sliding-scale zoning, a Purchase of Development Rights program and the ability to hold conservation easements. Fauquier County has the highest percentage of privately protected land of any county in the state. Since the 1990s, Van Huyck has focused on ensuring Loudoun’s growth protects the community that attracted him in 1969 to purchase a historic 1916 farmhouse at the base of the Blue Ridge. As a leader in promoting environmental protection and historic preservation organizations, Van Huyck co-founded the Loudoun County Preservation and Conservation Coalition. In 2013, he was named Loudoun’s Preservationist of the Year, and in 2016, was named a Mosby Area Heritage Association Heritage Hero. Last year he was inducted as a Loudoun Laureate, one of 24 fellow Loudouners honored for their community service to benefit citizens and developing leaders through scholarships and mentorships. Dematatis ended with, “We can only do this with your help. We deeply appreciate your support today and throughout the year.” When it came to auction items, Price added: “Bid, and bid high. We don’t want this view to disappear,” pointing to the Blue Ridge Mountains behind her. To end the party, waitresses passed out “LTV”-inscribed sugar

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cookies decorated with scenes of green open spaces and bright blue skies. For Laura Sullivan of Gainesville this was her first LTV garden party. She works for Madison Wealth Management in Leesburg and several of her clients are involved in LTV. “The company bought tickets for us; it’s great to support such a cause,” she said. Ari Govoni-Young of Gainesville was born and raised in Nokesville and works at Middleburg Bank. She was a volunteer on the LTV’s garden party committee. “I have a nine-year-old daughter and I grew up with green space all around. Knowing there are

areas that won’t be developed is amazing. I can drive for miles and see this beautiful country.” Luke and Meg Barber of Middleburg attended the party in support of conservation. Meg said that 80 percent of their property in the village of St. Louis is under easement with LTV. “I’m a horse rider and wanted lots of land; I’m glad to know it’s protected.” Regarding the history of Hickory Tree Farm, Suzanne Obetz, executive director of the Middleburg Museum, prepared displays with text and photos of the farm, originally part of a land grant from King George II of Great Britain (1683-1760) to Middleburg’s founder, Revolutionary War figure Lt. Col. Leven Powell (1737-1810). The farm was named for an old hickory tree used by Col. John S. Mosby’s Confederate soldiers as a rendezvous spot halfway between Middleburg and their camp during the Civil War. Lightening has since destroyed the tree. Hickory Tree Hall, a large columned structure, was formerly known as Confederate Hall. Built in Jamestown, it was moved by the Daughters of the Confederacy and brought to Middleburg in 1909 from the Jamestown Tercentennial Exposition of 1907 first on the property of the current Exxon station at 208 E. Washington Street. To save it from destruction, in 1972, it was brought to Hickory Tree Farm. Perhaps a quote from the late Audrey Windsor Bergner, former writer for Middleburg Life, says it best: “We take our surroundings so much for granted, wanting to believe that the magnificent Blue Ridge will always remain as background to our lush green valley, that cows will always gently graze on our verdant fields, that corn will always grow green under summer sun and the sound of the bugle will ever sound its rallying cry across the Piedmont.” LTV accepts tax-deductible monetary gifts and gifts of land and securities. Their office is located in the Middleburg Professional Center, 119 The Plains Road, Suite 200 in Middleburg. Call 540-687-8441 or visit www.landtrustva.org. ML Page 14: Hickory Tree Hall at Hickory Tree Farm was the site of LTV’s 21st annual Garden Party to Save Virginia’s Countryside, May 19. Page 16: Top: Suzanne Obetz, executive director of the Middleburg Museum prepared history displays explaining the story behind Hickory Tree Farm named after an old hickory tree on the property. Middle: Christopher Dematatis awards Stephen and Carole Napolitano of Round Hill with the Steward of the Year award. Bottom: Hickory Tree Farm’s formal gardens is part of the property’s 300 acres.

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Magnificent Estate on 100 acres in a spectacular setting. The stone house boasts 22 elegant rooms, 9 fireplaces, high ceilings, all superbly detailed and beautifully appointed. Brilliant gardens surround the heated pool. Fabulous 11 stall stone stable with 2 staff apartments. Riding ring, green house all in pristine condition. Additional 227 acres are available. $8,495,000

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Hume ~ Spectacular land with rolling, verdant fields, lush woodlands and a spring fed pond, on 415+ gorgeous acres in unspoiled Hume. Offering four parcels of 100+ acres each, this property is ideally located off scenic Leeds Manor Road, amongst other beautiful estates, many in conservation easements. Easy access to I - 66 and within an hour of the nation’s capital. $5,000,000

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Extraordinary stone residence on 14+ acres on a scenic country lane. Approx. 12,000 sq.ft. on 4 levels boasting soaring ceilings, 5 fireplaces, 6 B.R.’s,7 baths and a gourmet country kitchen. Luxurious Master Suite, elegant décor, superior quality. Separate In-Law suite with kitchen, bath, deck and private entrance. $1,895,000

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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. Generator. $2,600,000

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Snickersville Turnpike ~ Outstanding equestrian property on 27 acres of open fields & lush board fenced paddocks. Beautifully maintained three/four bedroom historic colonial (circa 1850) features spacious rooms, four fireplaces, wood floors and enclosed side porch. Great center aisle barn and lighted riding arena, make this a horse enthusiasts dream. $927,000 Additional 19 acres available.

A spectacular 88 acre parcel at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains on a quiet country lane. Surrounded by beautiful estates & picturesque horse farms. The land is open & rolling with a strong stream. An ideal setting for a gracious country estate & perfect for equestrians. Recently approved permits for the well, septic and roadway to the beautifully sited building envelope. $1,195,000

Beautifully sited on the western slope of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with 70 acres of lush pastures, flowering trees and English gardens. An exquisite 10,000 square foot stone manor is meticulously restored, with incredible views & borders the Shenandoah River. 20 stall stone and stucco stable, run-in sheds, create a fabulous equestrian facility. Additional acreage or parcels available. $3,495,000

Delaplane ~ Estate on 27 gorgeous acres of rolling country side with breathtaking views of the magnificent Blue Ridge Mountains. Stone pillars and a long tree lined drive mark the entrance. The all brick 3 level residence features 5 bedrooms and 5 full baths, with spacious rooms. The manicured grounds include a spectacular pool with stone terraces, a center aisle stable, a huge indoor riding arena and a tenant/guest house. $1,150,000

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Custom French colonial on over 92 acres of magnificent land just minutes from Middleburg. Extraordinary quality & design, featuring 3 finished levels, a pool surrounded by stone terraces, 4 wood burning fireplaces, a gourmet country kitchen, heated floors & beamed ceilings throughout. A 6 stall center aisle stable, fabulous new barn & paddocks make this a spectacular equine estate. $2,850,000

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Fabulous 227 acre parcel with magnificent land bordering Goose Creek. Charming and spacious one level residence, beautifully updated, a 2 bedroom tenant house and a 22 stall stable are included. Board fenced paddocks, ponds, rolling fields and stonewalls complete this idyllic farm. $4,994,000

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Photos: 1. A favorite at Twilight Polo: tug-o-war! 2. Scott Gray rides “Kontiki” between the Virginia.org and MiddleburgLife.com arena banners. 3. Twilight Polo is a blast for attendees of all ages! 4. Isabella Wolf referee, polo trainer and professional. 5. Happy guests on a gorgeous May night! 6. Tutti Perricone (“Caterer Extraordinaire” featured in the November 2018 issue of Middleburg Life) sings the national anthem before the fast-paced 8 p.m. game. 7. Blue Valley Vineyard & Winery gifted their Rosé wine to polo players following the 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. matches. 8. Polo pro Justo Mourino riding “Silver” for the Air Force team sponsored by Satcom Direct (SD). 9. The Navy team beat the Army team in a thrilling 7 p.m. match. The game went tied until a 2-point goal was scored in the end of the last chukker by Scott Gray.

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HUNT COUNTRY TOUR A TICKET TO ADVENTURE Story by Michelle Baker Photos by Joanne Maisano

he Hunt Country Tour ticket is much more than a ticket to visit equestrian centers. It is a two-day admission ticket to another way of life, a pass to a lecture, a ticket to a movie, a time to meet and greet with entrepreneurs, plus a VIP Pass to meet world renowned equestrians. The $35 Stable Tour Admission ticket is a weekend adventure. Today’s version of life on a farm is very different than 50 years ago. The 60th anniversary of the Hunt Country Stable Tour gave visitors a behind-the-scenes look at equestrian Virginia and a peek at the grandeur of some of the finest equestrian facilities in the world. Organized by three-time Chair Katherine “Kat” Gemmer, the event was held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 25 and 26, featuring autograph sessions, demonstrations,

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exhibitions, book signings and concerts and 150 volunteers per day. “Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of farm owners and managers, the Stable Tour offers a remarkable opportunity to appreciate all of God’s creation and the interdependence of the land, animals, and people,” said Trinity Episcopal Reverend Edward O. Miller, Jr. “Observing this delicate balance provides both the refreshing day and implicit reminder that caring for the earth and for one another is imperative now and for the future.”

At Church: A Good Place to Start On Saturday, those who stopped in Upperville at Trinity Episcopal Church to pick up their tickets were able to greet the Piedmont Foxhounds in the Bishop’s Garden and have a photo opt with some of the hounds and meet the Masters. It was also the place to enjoy some Hunt Country | Page 23

Hunt Country | From page 22 Rockland’s barbecue and visit the Lemonade Stand, manned by the church youth. On Sunday, visitors and parishioners enjoyed the Trinity Episcopal Church Cathedral brass quartet.

On the Farm While the sheep shearer talked to visitors and worked, Gum Tree Farm Designs owner Franny Kansteiner packed the clippings both days and answered questions. The hands-on owner grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, and was happy to share her story with the curious crowd who asked everything from “does it hurt the sheep to get sheared” to what does “farm to fashion” mean. “We thought, between the vegetable garden and the sheep, we would raise everything here and I was spinning and knitting and that is how we ended up getting into it,” said Kansteiner who bought three sheep and now owns hundreds. Today, she raises merino wool sheep on her farm, creates beautiful handmade items, and promotes the “farm to fashion” movement. Her business continues to expand with a new men’s line of vests, shirts and soon lined slippers.

Early tour birds who dropped by newly refurbished Middleburg Training Center in Middleburg watched thoroughbred horses being trained on the race track. The tour ticket included an opportunity to meet world-renowned equestrians at state of the art indoor

arenas, like Chestnut Run Farm in The Plains where Alexandra Arabak entertained visitors. At Poplar Grange Farm in Marshall, Lindsay Kelley, a competitive international three-day event Rider, FEI winner and avid foxhunter Hunt Country | Page 24

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Hunt Country | From page 23 with the Piedmont Foxhounds and Orange County Hunt performed dressage. At Salamander Resort & Spa Equestrian Center in Middleburg, AQHA expert Mike Jennings introduced spectators to the Western style of riding. And at Saint Bride’s Farm in Upperville, the staff introduced a new addition to their stable. Sunday was the place to be when the Saint Bride’s farm team presented brand new foal Oceana and his mom Tua efele. Saint Bride’s Farm specializes in breeding, training and showing off world-class show jumpers. Visitors to Oak Spring Garden Foundation Upperville, part of the Paul and Bunny Mellon estate, could view a movie about the gardens, see the work being done on site and tour the brooder barns. Peter Crane, a renowned botanical researcher and evolu-

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tionary plant scientist, and his wife, Eleanor, were onsite. “We are very fortunate. Sir Peter Crane and Lady Eleanor Crane have been here both days,” said Buckey Slater. The perfect way to end the two-day adventure was at Banbury Cross Polo in Middleburg for free Sunday afternoon polo. Hunt Country Tour Ambassador Betsy Crenshaw said some 800 tickets were sold over the two days. The church netted $53,000, which was on par with last year’s receipts. It’s almost like being on a two-day outdoor classroom experience, Crenshaw said. “When you go to the barn to see different styles and different techniques, you are learning. I’m always interested in how people are doing things. You pick up pointers. And if you’re going to learn about the industry, you want to learn from the people who are doing

it right.” The organizers of the tour remembered one such gentleman, accomplished horseman S. Bruce Smart, who for decades welcomed Trinity Church Stable tour guests to their historic 530-acre horse farm, Trappe Hill. This year Trappe Hill was not on the stable tour, but the owner was remembered with a tribute in the program. ML Page 22, top: Long Line demo of Roy Rogers at Orange Hill. Bottom: Gum Tree Farm Designs owner Franny Kansteiner with Rosie in her on-site store. Page 23: top left: Poplar Grange: top right: sheep of Gum Tree, below Gum Tree Stable. Left: Gum Tree Farm. Right: Poplar Grange. Bottom: The sheep of Gum Tree Farm. Third: Future race horse from Chilly Bleak farm. Page 24: Top row, left to right: Chestnut Run.Future race horse from Chilly Bleak farm. Second row, left to right: Orange Hill. Tack Room at Chestnut Run Stable. Inside Saint Bride’s Stable.

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A VISIT TO THE

MUSEUM OF THE DOG Story and Photos by Richard Hooper

iddleburg and its surroundings are well-known as an epicenter for horses and hounds. Not surprisingly, the area is a haven for dog lovers. As such, it is great news that the Museum of the Dog is now back in New York, just a short trip away. Having visited the museum in its previous location, I knew something of the delights that were in store and eagerly awaited its return to the Big Apple. The museum was founded in 1982 and originally known as the Dog Museum of America - American Kennel Club Foundation. It was housed within the lobby of the New York Life building, where the AKC also maintained offices at that time. In 1984, the museum was relocated to St. Louis, Missouri, where it remained for 35 years, returning to New York for a grand opening in February of this year. As in real estate, “Location, Location, Location” evidently applies to museums as well. As Alan Fausel, Executive Director of the museum, stated, “In 16 days in New York, the museum doubled the attendance of a year in St. Louis.” It is an abundant feast for dog lovers and lovers of dog art and all things dog. Paintings line the walls, sculptures add a third dimension, and ornate, silver trophies dazzle. There are interactive videos for adults and children. An impressive stairway wraps around a 34foot tall glass display case with levels of shelving supporting small bronzes and ceramics ranging in styles from Meissen to kitsch, from serious to whimsical. There is a wonderful dog cart that would have entertained an affluent Victorian family and an intricately detailed, small, wooden dog house for a lucky Chihuahua. For those interested in canine-related research, a portion of the AKC’s impressive book collection is housed in the museum, while the rarer books are in the AKC’s offices, located elsewhere in the building. Along with aesthetic pleasure, canine

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art offers social insight into the interactions of dogs and humans in various themes, including sporting, allegory and morality, and genre scenes of everyday life. In its opening exhibition, the museum displayed a number of paintings within these categories. Joseph Henry Sharp’s painting from 1882, “In the Dog House,” depicting a young child inside a dog house that is being guarded by a mastiff. Edwin Landseer used a supposed encounter between Alexander the Great and Diogenes (who lived in an overturned, ceramic wine vat and carried a lantern during daylight looking for an honest man) as an inspiration for a painting with seven breeds of dogs. The story goes that when Alexander found the Cynic philosopher Diogenes stretched out, warming himself with sunlight, he stood in front of him, unintentionally blocking out the sun and asked Diogenes if there was anything he could do for him. Diogenes replied, “Please step out of my sunlight.” In the painting, there is a distinct sneer on the muzzle of Diogenes, with Alexander and the other dogs clearly taken aback. Alexander went on to say that if he were not Alexander he would wish to be Diogenes, to which Diogenes replied, “If I were not Diogenes, I would still wish to be Diogenes.” There are several displays focused on war dogs. One is of Smoky, a Yorkshire terrier born in Brisbane, Australia, in 1943. She was Australia’s first war dog and served for 18 months during WWII as a mascot for Australian troops. Included among the items on display are Smoky’s parachute, her Australian Defense Force Tracker and War Dog medal, and photographs and artwork depicting her her. There is also a recent bronze sculpture of Sgt. Stubby, a WWI dog wearing a uniform made by women of Chateau-Thierry, France. Stubby, a stray, wandered onto the athletic field at Yale where the 102 Infantry was training. He was adopted by Robert Conroy, who Museum | Page 52

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Upperville ~ The impressive, historic & award winning 1511 Acre Estate & Cattle Farm of Cleremont, offers a healthy environment for all of its inhabitants from the forest & land on the eastern slope of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the 33 verdant pastures & abundant natural water resources. Prime Piedmont Hunt territory with riding trails. Residences include a historic manor house, a second manor house, the original patent house & 3 tenant houses. $15,000,000

The Plains ~ 108 gorgeous Acres, Minutes from Middleburg in prime Orange County Hunt Territory with exceptional rideout to both wooded trails and open pasture. The Stately Manor House, with it’s grand proportions and terraces, has been host to many events including charity balls and political benefits. Additional features include: 11-stall beautifully finished center aisle stable with apt., riding arena, two 3-bedroom cottages, bank barn and 4-bay machine shed. $8,250,000

760 ACRES / LEESBURG Rare, 760 Acre working farm with open land, streams and pond, currently in crops, hay, cattle and sheep. Potential for Conservation Easement Tax Credits. Substantial Rt. 15 road frontage, approximately 5 miles north of the Town of Leesburg. 2 large tracts of land and 1 small. 4 Residences include: The historic main residence and 3 tenant houses. $8,600,000

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The Plains ~ Magnificent horse property in the midst of the serene countryside. From the picturesque Young Road two driveways access the 107 acres of Hidden Trail Farm. The first leads to one of the finest indoor arenas surrounded by exquisite ride out. The second is the graceful, park-like drive, which parallels a creek and then gently curves up to $4,900,000 the elegant manor home.

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

SMITTEN FARM LANE The Plains ~ Exquisite, custom built residence on 16 acres minutes from Middleburg. Designed for grand entertaining both inside and outside with open rooms, and wide, covered porches. Pool, formal gardens and elegant conservatory add to the ambiance of this estate. $3,500,000

STONE HAVEN

CROSSWINDS

Nestled on 100+ Acres in pristine Rappahannock County, Stonehaven offers a picturesque and tranquil retreat. Sited at the end of the private drive is the historic Stone residence, c.1745 with additional stone cottage for guests or office and tucked into the woods, beyond the home, is a charming and beautifully restored 2 bedroom log cabin. Gardens, lawn, barns, paddocks and tremendous ride out potential provide an outdoor haven. $1,845,000

Delaplane ~ 72 Acre Horse Property in Piedmont Hunt Territory. Features Handsome 7 stall stable perfectly sited for cross ventilation, built by P. J. Williams and features an upscale 1 bedroom + den apartment with screened porch. Generator. Perfect for training Cross County/Eventing. Uphill gallop with good elevation, 100’ x 200’ riding ring with all weather footing, 5 fenced paddocks and 2 run-in $1,200,000 sheds.

GOOSE CREEK

Marshall ~ 7.43 Acre Horse Farm in a coveted area of fine large estates and gorgeous views. The 4 bedroom, 4 bath home underwent extensive renovation in 2010, the home was enlarged again in 2014 by converting the garage into a sunny Master Bedroom with walk-in closet and private bath. Broadband Internet was recently installed, as was a new generator with new gas lines and upgraded electric. $975,000

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CHUDLEIGH FARM SECTION 2

(Adjacent to OATLAND VIEWS SECTION 1) ALDIE ~ 379.75 Acres on the north side of Oatlands Road between Rt. 15 and Snickersville Turnpike. Currently divided into 16 HOMESITES developed under the Low Density Development Option. Homesites range in size from 13.83 Acres – 38.12 Acres. Open Space Easement in place with potential for tax credits. $7,500,000

TRAPPE HILL FARM

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

OATLAND VIEWS SECTION 1

(Adjacent to CHUDLEIGH FARM SECTION 2) ALDIE ~ 271 Acres on the north side of Oatlands Road between Rt. 15 and Snickersville Turnpike. Divided into 11 HOMESITES ranging in size from 13-41 Acres with private road frontage on Clear Creek Lane. 10 of the 11 parcels have wells and Certification Letters for 4 bedroom septics. Land protected by Loudoun County Open Space Easement. $5,500,000

WOODMONT 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

POTTS MILL FARM

MOUNTVILLE

VERY PRIVATE 137+ Acres within minutes of Historic Middleburg. The northern boundary of the property includes approx. 3,765’ of frontage on Little River, a tributary of Goose Creek. Open Space Easement, gently rolling fields with mature hardwood forest, Orange County Hunt Territory, great ride out, pastoral views in all directions. $2,534,500

145+ Acres of land in sought after location on Mountville Rd. near Foxcroft School. Several home sites with wonderful views and vistas yet extremely private, half wooded and half pasture with over 2,000’ of Goose Creek frontage. Minutes from Middleburg with easy access to Dulles International Airport & Washington DC. Middleburg Hunt Territory. $2,465,250

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orkers rushed to paint and plant on the grounds of 301 East Washington Street late last month. Staff rushed to get programs printed and offices set up while the interior designer wanted a rush order on the draperies so he could put the finishing touches on the new Masters of the Foxhounds Association and Foundation Headquarters and Museum for the big reveal. With thousands of guests arriving for the Virginia Foxhound Club 72nd Annual Show of Foxhounds at Morven Park on May 26, the deadline was firm. And they did it. Bob Thorsen and his Thorsen Construction crew, David Norden, Shepherd, Hinckley, Norden Architects, and Fred Root of Houndstooth Interior Design along with dozens of others worked with Masters of the Foxhounds Foundation Director T. Garrick Steele to turn the charming cottage on East Washington Street into a state of the art national museum for the fox hunting community. Guests came from across the country to take a peek at the new headquarters during the day long open house on Saturday, May 25. The purchase and renovation of the Masters of Foxhounds Association Museum and Headquarters of North America was made possible by donors, volunteers and committees’ generous efforts to support their foxhunting community. The headquarters and museum was purchased under the presidency of Jack van Nagell and renovated under the presidency of Patrick Anthony Leahy. The acquisition was made possible with the help of Middleburg Mayor Bridge Littleton, the Middleburg Foundation and Betsee Parker. The members of the board of trustees of the foundation expressed appreciation for the generosity of the donors, the 70 hunts and the more than 600 members who made the purchase and renovation possible in the program. The entire

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facility is paid for and that is in part due to the generosity of donors Daphne Flowers Wood and C. Martin Wood III. The new headquarters is a mix of old and new. The work took nearly eight months to complete. In the older part of the house, the original hardwood floors can be seen. However, the meeting of old, new and refurbished is so seamless that a person needs a tour with the interior designer to know where one starts and the other stops. The board held the first meeting and a cocktail party in the new first level space even before the new curtains arrived a day before the open house. Many of the people who attended were relatives of people in the paintings. “So it really made this come alive to me, to meet them,” said Root, who hung the curtains and gave open house tours on the same day. Visitors from out of state came for the foxhounds event but took advantage of the great timing to see the new museum. What was once the parlor is going to be the gallery. Many more locals like Dinwiddie Lampton, III were there on Saturday and toured the room where Mason Lampton’s portrait

was freshly hung. Various paintings of local legends grace the walls including one of the first people to bring English hounds to the states. “That plaque sterling silver was a gift to him, found online and was very close to being melted down,” said Root. A lot of the paintings had either been in storage or were being shown at Morven. “That piece we own but it was up at Morven Park,” sad Root, pointing to a beautiful wooden cabinet between two fireplaces in the boardroom. “We measured the piece. We came down and we measured (and the railing was put in after that) It is so wedged in there, it will never be moved,” joked Root. The beautiful walnut board room tables were also moved from the board room at Morven Park. Root had them refinished and they look like new. The boardroom chairs purchased by one of the benefactors 25 years ago, were reupholstered before moving to Middleburg from Leesburg. Root said Wood remarked on how nice the chairs turned out when she saw them in the new headquarters. All the colors were taken from the rug in the gallery that he picked out. Beautifully painted walls (blues and greens) and Root, a semi-retired interior designer, loved adding to the foxhound history by putting his touch on the house through choices of carpets and Ralph Lauren lighting. Just five years ago he was at a horse show, 17.2 jumping in the ring and had a massive heart attack in the ring. “Ended up, had a quadruple bypass that day, in a coma for 10 days, in the hospital for a month, and I used to come down here years ago and always wanted to live here,” he said. When he “finally got over the drug haze” he said he made a major life decision to move to Middleburg. “This was a fun project,” said the man who helped design the next chapter for the Masters of the Foxhounds Association and Foundation Headquarters and Museum. ML The MFHA headquarters. Photo by Joanne Maisano.

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NATIVE FAUQUIER SON TURNED NATIONAL ICON By Heidi Baumstark

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e the People …” Those three words opening the U.S. Constitution speak of the power of the people who grant the government its powers. And Fauquier native, John Marshall, worked to help ratify the Constitution in 1789, which became the guideline for the type of government we have today. On April 6, Mosby Heritage Area Association (MHAA) sponsored a symposium titled “The Life and Legacy of John Marshall: The Great Chief Justice.” It was held at Llangollen in Upperville, an 18th estate in Loudoun County at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains on land that was once owned by the Marshall family. The Brennan family is the current steward of Llangollen and Donald Brennan is a board member of MHAA. This is one of several programs MHAA is hosting to commemorate the bicentennial of the landmark case McCulloch v. Maryland (1819), which is one of the first and most important Supreme Court cases on federal power. Throughout the day, four speakers unfolded the life of Marshall in Llangollen’s spacious Horseshoe Barn. Scholars, attorneys and history enthusiasts packed the barn mingling with others interested in learning more about Marshall’s legacy, which includes serving in the Revolutionary War with George Washington, representing Fauquier County in the Virginia General Assembly, serving in the U.S. House of Representatives and as Secretary of State. However, his most important legacy was in his role as the fourth Chief Justice of the Supreme Court appointed in the final days of John Adams’ presidency in 1801. He spent over three decades in the court shaping the power of the judiciary branch of government. Speakers included Jennifer Hurst-Wender, Director of Museum Operations and Education for Preservation Virginia who lectured on “John Marshall at Home” shedding light on his personal life. Three other scholars unpacked famous law cases held in Marshall’s court: Ben Lenhart who has taught Constitutional law at Georgetown University and is a partner at a D.C. law firm presented on Marbury v. Madison (1803), which established the precedent of judicial review; Kevin C. Walsh, University of Richmond Law and President

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of The John Marshall Foundation lectured on McCulloch v. Maryland (1819) that introduced the concept of Congress holding implied powers not explicitly presented in the Constitution; and Candace Jackson Gray of Morgan State University presented on Cohens v. Virginia (1821), which it was argued by Virginia, that the Constitution does not give the Supreme Court jurisdiction over criminal judgments by state courts. These pivotal cases have far reaching effects where the outcomes remained central to the Supreme Court and continue to influence law today. The day opened with greetings from MHAA representatives Jennifer Worcester Moore, President and Travis Shaw, Public Programs Coordinator. Brennan welcomed

guests and explained some of Llangollen’s history that ties back to the Marshalls. It’s been said that no American legal mind has had a greater impact on the American judicial system than John Marshall. As Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court for almost 35 years, he helped shape the nature of the Supreme Court and its role in government. Known as the founder of the concept of judicial review and the American system of constitutional law, Marshall came from humble means. He was born Sept. 24, 1755 in a log cabin in Germantown (now Midland), a frontier mining settlement in what was then western Prince William County, which became Marshall | Page 35

Marshall | From page 34 part of Fauquier County in 1759. He was the oldest of 15 children to Thomas Marshall and Mary Randolph Keith Marshall. Thomas was a close friend of George Washington, working together as a land surveyor for Lord Fairfax. At the age of 35, Thomas Marshall (17301802) moved his growing family from current-day Midland and built a one-and-a-halfstory wooden frame house completed in 1764 near Markham. The wooden home, called The Hollow, is referred to Marshall’s boyhood home and is part of the John Marshall’s Leeds Manor Rural Historic District; the house is listed on the Virginia and National Register of Historic Places. In 1764, John moved there with his parents and four siblings when he was nine years old and stayed until he was 18. Five more children were born at The Hollow, so named because of its location in a “hollow” surrounded by mountains. Hurst-Wender said, “He received his early education at home from his parents and his father’s library. A scholar, Rev. James Thompson, came to The Hollow as a live-in tutor for about a year to Marshall and his siblings.” Thomas moved his family again. In 1773, he built a home called Oak Hill in Delaplane off of Grove Lane, which runs parallel to VA Rt. 55, which is appropriately named John Marshall Highway. When the Revolutionary War broke out, Washington inspired the young John Marshall to join the military to take part in forming the new nation. He entered the Continental Army in 1775 at age 20 and was appointed lieutenant with the Culpeper Minuteman. He fought with Washington during the harsh 1777-1778 winter of Valley Forge. “Marshall was an awesome rifleman having been raised as a frontiersman,” Hurst-Wender explained. Marshall’s only formal schooling was in 1779 when at the age of 24 he studied law at the College of William and Mary. In August 1780 he was admitted to the Fauquier County Bar, practiced law in Warrenton and served in the General Assembly from Fauquier. By 1781, Marshall is in Richmond and begins to court Mary “Polly” Willis Ambler. “She turned down his first marriage proposal. He rides back to Oak Hill, but returns and asks again. This time she said yes,” Hurst-Wender said. At age 27, he married 17-year-old Polly on Jan. 3, 1783 and they lived in Richmond in a rented residence. “The Amblers are a well-off family also in Richmond, but the newlyweds are pretty poor themselves.” In 1785 Marshall became the owner of Oak Hill when his father moved to Kentucky. An endearing story about their relation-

ship involves a locket that included a strand of each of their hairs inside; Polly wore the locket for nearly 49 years of marriage. The couple had ten children, but only six survived to adulthood, five boys and one girl. The sadness of their children’s deaths weakened Mary physically and emotionally. “But this makes Marshall more tender toward Polly,” HurstWender said. “He does the shopping, chooses the décor, which were more of a woman’s role.” During the last 25 years of her life, she usually stayed at home, bedridden due to melancholy issues. The morning of Polly’s death—Dec. 25, 1831—she tried to remove the locket from around her neck. Marshall helped her and put it around his neck, which stayed there until he died four years later at the age of 79. The locket was kept by one of the Marshall’s children and later returned to the John Marshall House at 818 East Marshall Street in Richmond where it is today. Now his house is home to Preservation Virginia. Marshall’s closest friend was James Monroe; they both were young lawyers in Richmond and often visited taverns, which was customary for gatherings and entertaining since Marshall’s house in Richmond wasn’t completed until 1790. Marshall’s favorite tavern in Richmond was Eagle Tavern. Another one was Swan Tavern; it was there where Patrick Henry tried to convince people not to ratify the Constitution written in 1787. Marshall, on the other hand, was trying to convince people it should be ratified. Marshall, a Federalist, was elected to the 1788 Virginia Ratifying Convention where he worked with James Madison (also a Federalist) to convince delegates to endorse the new Constitution. Proponents were victorious with 89 to 79 voting to ratify it; and on March 4, 1789, the U.S. Constitution was ratified. In 1799 Marshall was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, and in 1800, he

was appointed by the nation’s second president, John Adams, as U.S. Secretary of State. Also in 1800, Bushrod Washington, who was on the Supreme Court and a staunch ally of Marshall and nephew of the late President George Washington, brought all of George Washington’s papers to Marshall so he could write a biography of Washington who had recently died at his Mount Vernon home in December 1799. It ended up being a five-volume biography. In March 1801 during President Adams’ final days in office, Adams appointed Marshall as the fourth Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. “As outgoing president, Adams was trying to appoint Federalist judges to the court,” Lenhart noted. “On March 4, 1801, Thomas Jefferson takes the office of the nation’s third president, also a Virginian.” Ben Lenhard has taught constitutional law at Georgetown University Law Center for over 20 years. He spoke about Marshall’s landmark case Marbury v. Madison (1803). Marshall saw atrocities in France when he was on a diplomatic mission in 1797 dubbed the “XYZ Affair.” Lenhard explained, “France had a constitution, but there was no rule of law there; awful things were happening. This greatly influenced Marshall.” The issue in Marbury v. Madison was: Can the Supreme Court order “mandamas” [mandate] President Jefferson what to do; in this case, to give Marbury his commission back? John Marshall frames this key question: “Who decides?” It is the duty of the judicial court to decide. It was this Supreme Court case that established the principle of judicial review, meaning that American courts have the power to strike down laws that violate the U.S. Constitution. This case remains the single most important decision in American constitutional law. The Court’s landmark decision established that the U.S. Constitution is actual “law;” it is the Marshall | Page 36

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Marshall | From page 35 supreme law of the U.S., not just a statement of political principles. And it helped define the boundary between the constitutionally separate executive and judicial branches of the American form of government. Lenhard said, “It showed Marshall’s balance of politics. It was a part Federalist win and a part Republican win. He was a Federalist but not a staunch Federalist. The Constitution is like a set of guard rails to keep things in line. But it’s the court that enforces those rails. The Constitution protects all of us. And it’s judicial review that protects the Constitution. The court rulings are obeyed.” For 230 years (1789 when Constitution was ratified until now in 2019), the nation has obeyed. “When the court ordered Nixon to turn over the Watergate tapes, he obeyed. When the court ordered desegregation of schools, the nation obeyed. It’s about the importance of judicial review and the rule of law. For this, we thank John Marshall.” On a personal level, Marshall loved to write letters to Polly. He shared many of his concerns about the shaping of the nation with his wife and respected her opinion. “We have a ton of his letters, many written to Polly. He was a devoted husband,” Lenhart said. His letters to her contribute to our insight of Marshall’s character and concerns. Kevin C. Walsh of the University of Richmond, School of Law, explained Marshall’s case, McCulloch v. Maryland (1819) and gave a closing argument for his legacy, “Marshall, the hidden hero. It’s what I like to call the ‘Gospel of John,’” Walsh said. “It was never about ‘him.’ It was about the military, legislature, presidential administration, the Supreme Court.” Marshall reiterated how the Constitution is the people’s. “There will always be conflict,” Walsh said, “but who has the final word? It’s the Supreme Court that has the final word on the constitutionality of things.” The McCulloch case is about a bank. After the War of 1812, there was ideology about creating a national bank. Maryland imposed a tax on banks not chartered by the state. McCullough, a federal office in Maryland, refused to pay the tax. Did Congress have the authority to create the bank? “Yes, Congress has the power,” Walsh said. Does Maryland have the power to tax the bank? “No. The case is about the scope of authority. The McCullough case is useful for the idea that the Constitution is a living document,” Walsh said. “Marshall provides a persuasive view of the Union. It’s the people’s government made of the people, for the benefit of the people.” At the time of this case (1819), Jefferson was at Monticello cultivating his states’

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rights ideology. Candace Jackson Gray lectured on Cohens v. Virginia (1821). At this point in his life, Chief Justice Marshall was in his 66th year. This landmark case involved the Cohen brothers and was about the lottery. The issue was significant since lotteries were a chief means by which governments raised capital in the early 19th century. It challenged the flow of commerce embodied in the U.S. Constitution and could have bolstered other states to challenge the sale of National Lottery tickets elsewhere. Virginia had created its own state lotteries and passed a law prohibiting the sale of out-of-state lottery tickets. On June 1, 1820, brothers Philip and Mendes Cohen were convicted in local court and were charged by Norfolk authorities for selling tickets for the National Lottery in Virginia. “Marshall said the brothers needed to pay the $100 fine,” Jackson Gray said. She explained that lotteries in America were important economically. People could buy lottery tickets, which were one of the main means by which governments raised capital in the early 19th century. “They functioned as a way to finance something, such as the Washington Monument and other monuments,” Jackson Gray said. Hurst-Wender of Preservation Virginia explained more circumstances around Marshall’s final days. “It was the summer of 1835 and he was visiting his wife’s grave in Richmond as he would often do. He collapsed and was brought to Philadelphia, and that’s where he died on July 6, 1835 just two months before his 80th birthday.” His body was returned to Richmond and buried next to his beloved Polly in Shockoe Hill Cemetery, at the north end of Third Street, near their house. After his death, their house was rented out by the postmaster of the Confederacy. Marshall became known as the greatest interpreter of the Constitution. His judicial duties kept him in Washington only a few months of the year. The remaining time was spent in Richmond or at Oak Hill in Fauquier County. Hurst-Wender said, “He was such an icon. He had high principles and wasn’t willing to compromise just to be popular. By his friends he was described as ‘the most cheerful and optimistic man.’” To conclude, Brennan took the podium again. “It was a fragile time for our country and Marshall held the nation together through the presidencies of Adams [(17971801)], Jefferson [(1801-1809)], Madison [(1809-1817)], Monroe [(1817-1825)], John Quincy Adams [(1825-1829)] and Andrew Jackson [(1829-1837)],” he said. Matthew Smith attended the program and said he was born and raised near the ear-

ly Germantown settlement (now Midland) where Marshall was born. Two waves of Germans came to Virginia via London in 1714 and then again in 1717 under British Queen Anne’s rule. Smith is a descendant of Peter Hitt who was with the first group of 1714 German settlers. He said, “When I heard about this event, I was fascinated. The fact that he [John Marshall] was born in Midland is so interesting. As a young boy, he would have known my ancestors.” “Scandal-free,” is how Mark Greenough, historian for the Virginia State Capitol who attended the event, described Marshall. “He’s an exemplar of leadership serving in all three branches: legislative [Congress], executive [President], and judicial [Supreme Court] and at all three levels—local, state, national.” Greenough, who gives tours at the Virginia State Capitol in Richmond, said, “Marshall has his fingerprints all over this building [referring to Virginia State Capitol] and it was designed by his cousin, Thomas Jefferson. Marshall was the greatest gift America gave to the world. And the greatest gift America has is a written Constitution,” Greenough said, proudly wearing a red tie with the scrolled words imprinted: “We the People …” Considering all the comments made about Marshall, perhaps the most poignant testimony about him is what is written at his grave site. What he thought about life and marriage, his priorities and values, are forever memorialized in his epitaph, engraved on his tombstone as he had wished. How did this great public figure want to be remembered? His tombstone says it all: “John Marshall, son of Thomas and Mary Marshall, was born the 24th of Sept. 1755. Intermarried with Mary Willis Ambler, the 3rd of January, 1783. Departed this life the 6th day of July, 1835.” These words are an enduring testament about what was truly most important to the man others called “The Great Chief Justice.” ML To learn more about MHAA, visit www. mosbyheritagearea.org or call 540-687-6681. Page 34: In front of the Fauquier County’s Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court in downtown Warrenton is a statue of John Marshall (17551835), appointed as the fourth Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court in 1801 by outgoing President John Adams. The statue was placed here for the county’s bicentennial celebration in 1959 (Fauquier County was established in 1759 from Prince William County). Page 35: Donald Brennan of Llangollen with guest speakers Kevin C. Walsh, Candace Jackson Gray and Jennifer Hurst-Wender.

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hether buying your first condo or selling your most recent mansion, navigating real estate negotiations can be challenging no matter the tax bracket. From staging your property to making an attractive offer on your dream home, Middleburg’s experts offer their advice to ensure you are properly prepped to take on the market with confidence. Helen and Ann MacMahon are brokers at Sheridan-MacMahon Realtors. Lynn Wiley is a realtor at the Middleburg office of Washington Fine Properties. Kerrie Jenkins is a realtor with Middleburg Real Estate Atoka Properties. John Coles is a realtor with Thomas and Talbot. What advice would you give to a first-time homebuyer? John: The best thing they can do is to figure out with the bank exactly what they can

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afford. It’s so easy to think you can afford one thing and not be able to afford it, and then you are looking at the wrong house. Lynn: Be sure their financial house is in order – that they have checked their credit ratings and know what their financial abilities are…The second most important thing I would tell a first-time homebuyer is to study the geography in which they want to live. What are the most important questions to ask when touring a home? Lynn: Does it have internet service? Does it have cellphone service? If they’re not in a village, town or city, if they are outside the parameters of a municipality, the first question they should ask is, ‘What are the services for cell and internet?’ If there is no hardline service, then they need to be prepared to investigate the options to get the necessary utilities. Kerrie: When touring a home be sure to ask about the age of major systems and roof. Look for any signs of water damage. If you are

looking at a home in a sub-division, ask about HOA fees and condo fees. These will certainly affect the affordability of the home. What can homebuyers do to look more competitive when making an offer? Kerrie: Cash is king when making an offer of course; but, if you don’t have hundreds of thousands of dollars laying around (or you feel your money will do more in the market than tied up in real estate), fear not! You can still write a strong competitive offer that is contingent upon financing. Twenty percent down and a no home-sale contingency is a start. Offering to make up the difference in offer price and appraisal price (should it come in low) is always attractive. A strong Earnest Money Deposit is another way to show the seller that you are a solid buyer. Helen: Make sure they have all their financials done on the front end. It can be a really tedious and thorough process. And it can Advice | Page 41

be really grueling. If they get that all lined up with the lender, the experience will be more fun because that can be the hard part. What preparatory steps can sellers take to showcase their homes in the best light? Kerrie: De-clutter, De-clutter, De-clutter. Marie Kondo your pants off! You want to make your home look as big and roomy as possible! Allow your realtor to help you arrange furniture to stage for showing. Do something to add to the curb appeal of your home. If there is a For Sale sign in your lawn, that lawn and landscaping better look pristine at all times! Add a flower pot with colorful blooms to make your entryway inviting. Lynn: If the house is an older home and they’ve been in it for a long time, they will want to have a home inspection done, so they know deficiencies in the property…That way, they can put their best foot forward by doing some corrective measures before putting the house on the market.

What resources can someone selling his or her home use to be more confident in the process? John: If they don’t know what [their home] is worth, they can always use an appraiser. That’s a third person giving them the number. It’s not the realtor giving them a number, it’s not their number, it’s the real number. Ann: Pick the best agent. [Buyers] should interview the most productive agents in their area and make an educated choice. What piece of advice would you give to homeowners when their home hasn’t sold as quickly as they hoped? Kerrie: Think objectively. Every seller has an idea of what they think their home is worth. Years of loving care and happy memories can affect perceived value. Sellers must try to put sentimental feelings aside and look at their property as an appraiser would – objectively. Listen to your agent when pricing your house to begin with. Homes that are priced right from the start sell much faster!

So, don’t be afraid of a price drop. It renews the listing and usually generates more interest. Plus, it’s usually more cost effective to get a quick offer at a lower price than continue paying carrying costs as your home sits. Helen: I would tell them to remember that in the beginning, we probably talked about pricing it lower. It’s almost always about price. It’s an obvious answer, but I think it is important to be realistic. Are there any unique challenges or rewards working real estate in Hunt Country? Lynn: The rewards far outweigh the challenges. The variety of interesting people who want to live here – it’s a melting pot. I think that’s the best part of the whole deal. Helen: It’s a really unique place. There are nuances within the individual areas of our whole area…it’s not that cut and dry. There is a lot more to our market than people can learn when just searching online. Ann: You get to meet the most interesting people, see a lot of beautiful properties, and you make good friends. ML

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facilities for the community. By 1884, Willisville Chapel had become a Methodist denomination. The land and building were purchased for the sum of $40 from the late Lawyer Carter by George Evans to be used as a church and public school. The building served these purposes until it was destroyed by fire in 1917. From that time on, services were held under trees in fair weather and in the winter in a cottage owned by Mrs. Lemmon on Welbourne Farm. The street in front of the church is now called Welborne Road (Va. 743). In 1923, the church began a new era when a piece of land was donated by the late Mary D. Neville. Neville was an artist and she designed the church, which she modeled after a French country chapel. Construction on the chapel began in 1923 and was completed in 1924 at a cost of $6,500. The members raised $1,000.00 and Neville donated $5,500. The church was built by John Allison. Today, the congregation leans on its history as it prepares for tomorrow. The pastor is

growing the church roll, serving the congregation while partnering with Mt. Zion-Hamilton and Mt. Zion-Leesburg on events to attract new members. Lyons hopes that former members will return for the celebration to renew old friendships, enjoy the events, share their stories as part of the church family. The oldest members understand the importance of family and the ties that bind us to others. “Willisville Chapel means a lot to me! It was the first church I joined. I really enjoyed singing in the choir over the years when I was able to. The members treat me like family,” said Daniel Dorsey. “To me, Willisville Chapel means the remembrance of the beginning of Christ in a place to worship and to serve the Lord,” said Ethel Smith. ML Top: Willisville Chapel. Bottom row, left to right: Ann Lee, Daniel Dorsey, Dorothy Ford, and Ethel Smith.

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Hill School Solar Field Dedicated Story and Photos by Michelle Baker

he sun even came out for the dedication of the newly installed Hill School Solar Field on Wednesday, May 22. The utilization of the Solar Field in the school’s place-based education curriculum is already being articulated by the 7th and 8th grade science and math programs who have used the field as a catalyst to create a 3D model of the system to analyze the system’s generation and benefits, evaluate solar business models, and expand understanding of renewable energy generally. Members of the class, staff and donors spoke to the crowd of supporters. “In the early spring, the eighth grade held an environmental seminar that explored about ways to help the environment,” said Cyna Peters. “Our class wrote presentations on power source alternatives and my presentation was on solar power.” “In science class Cyna and I made a presentation about solar energy, how it is used and how it benefits the environment,” said Aris Roberts. “Some cool facts that I learned were

about the history of solar panels: it was founded in 1839, more developed in 1876, and from 1876 to 1953 no new developments were found. In 1954, Bell Labs three scientists created the first solar panel.” Eighth-grader Anya Turner-Veselka shared more about the electrical source. “Most renewable forms of energy required that the initial collected energy be converted separately into an electrical stream, during which energy is lost. Solar energy is collected in the form of a current, making it capable of gleaning the most possible energy from the source,” said Turner-Veselka “It has been a fascinating experience to be on a campus with solar panels both because of the environmental benefits, and because they provide a physical example of the application of technology. We thank Sigora and the Hill supporters for giving us this unique opportunity to learn and affect the future of the world we live in for the better,” concluded Turner-Veselka Based in Charlottesville, Virginia, Sigora Solar is the largest residential and commercial solar provider in Virginia. The 127.8kW DC field was designed and in-

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stalled by Sigora Solar and resulted in minimal excavation and impacts to the school’s grounds and embodies the school’s commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability. Two seventh graders from Katherine Weeden’s math class also spoke about how much energy solar power provided in each month and how much money was saved. “Aside from building the model, a small group analyzed the data from the solar panels. We looked at how much energy the solar field provided in each month,” said Zoe Korff. “Pairs of seventh grade math students worked together to build a 1:36 scale model of the solar field,” said Chester Fannon whose work along with other students was on view for visitors. The school is already reaping rewards. For instance last September, Korff shared that the school would have spent approximately $1950 on electricity in the gym but because of the solar field, it only spent $750. To date, the field has produced the equivalent of planting 3,250 trees or saving over 120,000 albs of CO2 emissions. School | Page 47

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School | From page 46 Hill School, founded in 1926, is a junior kindergarten through 8th grade independent school situated on 137 rolling acres outside of the town of Middleburg, is focused on the maintenance and growth of a community focused on character, community, and confidence with a curriculum that includes placebased education. The school’s current enrollment is 222 students. The design seamlessly incorporates the solar system into the landscape by situating the solar panels on a south facing sloping meadow and the roof of the school gymnasium. The system leverages the Virginia net metering law, a utility billing mechanism that enables residential and commercial utility customers to receive a one-for-one credit for all energy generated by their solar system up to 100 percent of the previous years’ consumption. The Hill School Solar Field’s generation will potentially offset 1/3 of electricity use on campus, resulting in utility bill savings, squarely aligning the school’s desire for clean energy with financial savings. The system will also provide greater utility bill certainty and insulation from fossil fuel price volatility to the School.

Funding for the Solar Field was provided by generous individuals in the community who shared a vision of responsible resource use and environmental stewardship. Featured speakers included Redmond Manierre, Michael Morency and Jacqueline Mars. “It really gives me great pride and pleasure to stand here to day at the dedication of Hill School’s Solar Field,” said Mars. “I am a Hill School graduate and I have always considered this area my home and I love it especially when you look around and see what all we have,” said Mars. “And I hope you all do appreciate it.” “I am particularly proud that Hill School has such a long standing interest in being a responsible institution that is aware

of its footprint on the beautiful land that surrounds it.” “The Solar Field is a physical manifestation of the school’s commitment to PlaceBased education, environmental stewardship, and the value of alternative energy sources. We are proud to have it as part of our campus and program,” said Head of School Treavor Lord. ML

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Alix Coolidge, Interior Design & Real Estate Story and photo by Kerry Phelps Dale

lix Coolidge is a busy woman. She juggles her interior design business, Alixandra Coolidge Interiors with selling real estate and tosses in volunteer work on the regular. Her mother was a museum curator in North Carolina where Alix grew up and her father was head cabinet maker in Williamsburg where she spent her summers. Alix remembers spending countless hours following her father around the colonial town. Her exposure to her parents’ professions fueled her early interest in design When she lived in DC as a twenty-something, Alix started working for Leezee Porter who had fine antiques that she leased. Her antiques would be delivered to homes of senators and the like moving to town who wanted a certain image for their DC home, or even just for a day to a studio to style for an interview or a photo shoot. Not long after Alix and husband Richard, a senior producer at PBS Newshour moved out to Middleburg, her children Sam, soon to be 21, and Sophie 19, were born. “All our DC friends said we were crazy to move out here. That there were only old people in Middleburg,” recalls Alix. “We did hang out with old people—and they were fun!” Alix initially worked with Berryville-based interior designer Allison Martin and made some of her first Middleburg friends through her design work. At a friend’s urging, and at the impetus of the recession, in 2008 Alix decided to get her real estate license. “It was interesting, after riding my kids about homework and tests, for them to see me studying and going to classes.” These days, though she regularly has a handful of design clients, she admits to being more drawn to the real estate business. “Real estate is like a chess match and I like working with people as they move from one house to another.” She also finds cocktail parties a little more interesting. “Instead of asking me just about Richard and the kids, people ask me what their house is worth or how real estate

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is doing in the area.” Alix doesn’t let grass grow under her feet. She bustles around town meeting with clients, drawing up interior designs, showing properties, serving as President of the Middleburg Library’s Advisory Board, and currently serving on Trinity Episcopal Church’s search committee. At Trinity Church, Alix has served in nearly every capacity—Vestry, Outreach, Altar Guild, Flower Guild, Nursery and Children’s programs. She’s done everything a volunteer can do at Trinity, except reading scripture and stewardship. “I don’t like speaking in public. I’ll blab away at a party, but I’m terrified of speaking in public. And I don’t like to ask for money.” As part of a family of avid skiers, Alix and

family head out west one or two times a year. She loves her tennis games, too, and laughs calling herself, “ordinary and average at everything.” Alix enjoys everything about her life, but she loves traveling with her family most of all. “We love, love, love to travel as a family.” “South Africa and Italy have to be my favorites.” The kindness of the people and seeing the big game in Africa stole Alix’s heart, and in Italy she found the thousands years old houses and villages inspirational and captivating. Coming back to the small town of Middleburg after traveling suits Alix just fine. “I don’t advertise, so all my design work is word of mouth-I like working for friends and neighbors best.” ML

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Museum | From page 26 smuggled him aboard the ship carrying the 102nd to France, where he saw 210 days of combat on the front lines. Wounded in action, Stubby, could detect gas attacks and incoming artillery before anyone else. He captured a hiding German soldier and killed the rats that plagued the trenches. A new exhibition, opening July 7 and running through Sept. 8, is entitled “Women and Dogs in Art in the Early 20th Century.” It will feature the work of Maud Earl, Lucy Dawson, Mildred Megargee, Diana Thorne and others. So, along with the Met (museum and opera), broadway, restaurants and shopping, the Museum of the Dog is something well worth to one’s New York itinerary. It is located at 101 Park Avenue and is open from Tuesday through Sunday. ML

Page 26: Top: Alexander and Diogenes, a painting after Sir Edwin Landseer, 19th century. Middle: In the Dog House, a painting by Joseph Henry Sharp, 1882. Bottom: A painting of a pug by Ramsay Richard Reinagle, early 19th century. Page 52: Left: Alan Fausel, Executive Director of the Museum of the Dog, with a painting by Percival Rousseau. Above: An elaborate silver trophy for the Bull Dog Club of America, 1891.

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Doc Saffer Summer Series: End of Year Pool Party at the Middleburg Community Center (4-7 p.m.) Celebrate the last day of school at a pool party at MCC! There will be pizza in the picnic grounds from 4-5 p.m. Enjoy the Moo Thru ice cream truck, bounce house obstacles, and a DJ from 4-7 p.m., with free pool entry from 5-7 p.m. This event is free and open to the public.

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Middleburg Community Farmers Market (8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.) The Middleburg Community Farmers Market, sponsored by the Town of Middleburg, provides local agriculturalists a retail outlet for their products. The market runs every Saturday from May until Oct. 26 and is now located behind the Middleburg Bank, 105 Federal Street.

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Hood & Talon: Falconry Through the Present Day (1- 3:30 p.m.) Learn about the sport of hawking with Mike Dupuy, a falconry and bird of prey expert. Tickets at www.nationalsporting.org/nslm/ event_details/927/ $10 NSLM Members; $20 Nonmembers; block seat discount available. Please note, tickets are required for this event: RSVP to info@nationalsporting.org or (540) 687-6542 x 4.

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East Meets West, a Concert Benefiting Hope for Children in Vietnam (4-6 p.m.) Long & Foster Real Estate and Christie’s International Real Estate presents East Meets West, a concert benefiting Hope for Children in Vietnam. Enjoy collaborative sounds and songs of traditional Vietnamese music, a silent auction and local wines. Concert held at the Sheila C. Johnson Performing Arts Center at The Hill School. Learn more at hopeforchildreninvietnam.org.

UNBRANDED, A WILD MUSTANG EXPEDITION Enjoy a special screening of Unbranded: A Wild Mustang Expedition at the Long Branch Historic House & Farm in Boyce, Virginia from 6 - 9 p.m. on June 21. Four men, 16 mustangs, one dream: to ride border to border, Mexico to Canada, up the spine of the American West. The documentary tracks four fresh-out-of-college buddies as they take on wild mustangs to be their trusted mounts, and set out on the adventure of a lifetime. Their wildness of spirit, in both man and horse, is quickly dwarfed by the wilderness they must navigate: a 3000-mile gauntlet that is equally indescribable and unforgiving. A special equine art show and history exhibit accompany the event. Tickets are $15 at door/$10 in advance at www.visitlongbranch.org.

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European Cheese Tour at Greenhill Winery & Vineyards (1 & 3 p.m. sessions) Join Katie Park, ACS CCP (Certified Cheese Professional) on a special exploration of cheeses from France, Italy, Spain, Holland and the UK. Enjoy this sensory whirlwind tour and sample cheeses paired with your favorite Greenhill wine. Tickets are $35 per person and includes five cheese and wine pairings. Reserve your spot at greenhillvineyards.com/reservations.

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Local Strawberry Harvest Dessert Class at the Salamander Resort & Spa (2 p.m.) Strawberry season is so sweet! Enjoy a hands-on class with Executive Pastry Chef Jason Reaves as he teaches how to create signature desserts using locally picked strawberries. Located in the Cooking Studio. $79 per person, reservations required, please call 540-326-4070.

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(12:30 – 4 p.m.) Celebrate summer at the 7th Annual Glen Manor Vineyards Dinner. The local farm to table menu will be presented by award-winning winery owner and neighbor, Jeff White, vintner at Glen Manor. $135 per person. Reservations required, limited seating. For details or questions, call 540-837-1375.

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Biz Buzz at Goodstone Inn & Restaurant (5:30 – 7:30 p.m.) Biz Buzz is a monthly networking event held by the Middleburg Business and Professional Association on the second Tuesday of every month. These events bring local business owners and professionals together to network and provide local businesses with an opportunity to showcase their facilities and services. RSVP via Facebook or by e-mail to info@visitmiddleburgva.com. Members free, future members $10.

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“Put Crepe on Your Hat”: The Burning and Rebuilding of the Lincoln White House Stables, at NSLM (6 – 7:30 p.m.) Join David Gerleman, professor at George Mason University and one of NSLM’s John H. Daniels Fellows, as he discusses the burning and rebuilding of the Lincoln White House Stables. $10 admission, free to NSLM members. RSVP to info@nationalsporting. org or (540) 687-6542 x4.

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June Concert on the Steps at the Middleburg Community Center (6 – 8 p.m.) Join neighbors and new friends on the MCC front steps for a night of fun with live music by the Bottle Shop, lite bites by the Locke Store, and beverages by the Middleburg Lions Club. Carry a friend (or two) and your family for a community favorite. Free and open to the public.

6/15

Third Annual Farm to Table Fundraiser (6:30 – 9:30 p.m.) Join Keep Prince William Beautiful for an evening of friendship, wine, and food at The Winery at La Grange to raise money for environmental programs. The evening will include a silent auction, raffle and local vendors. Tickets range from $50 to $65. Details at kpwb.org/events.

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Nat King Cole Tribute with The Eric Byrd Trio (8-10 p.m.) Performing at Berryville’s Barns of

Rose Hill, The Eric Byrd Trio will be singing favorites from Nat King Cole. Tickets can be purchased online for $20 or by calling the Box Office at 540-955-2004. Tickets are $25 at the door. Doors open at 7 p.m. and Jordan Springs will be selling their award-winning BBQ from 7 - 8 p.m. Tickets at barnsofrosehill.org/upcoming-events.

6/15

Family Archery Competition at the Salamander Resort & Spa (4 p.m.) Perfect for Dad’s day, test your archery skills against him in this family-friendly competition. Competition includes quickest shot, most balloons popped and a variety of other skillful games. Teams of 2-4. Held in the Fitness Center. $35 per person. For reservations, please call 540-326-4060.

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Father’s Day Bands, BBQ & Beer Festival at Orlean Market

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(12 – 7:30 p.m.) Celebrate Dad with bands, BBQ and beer. Head over to Orlean Market for this Cars, Coffee, and Music event from 9 a.m. – noon. Pit master Jason Dews will be serving up BBQ from 10 a.m. – 6 pm., with live entertainment from noon to 7 p.m. Located at 6855 Leeds Manor Rd., Marshall. Find more details at orleanmarket.com/events-1.

6/16

Dads Eat Free at Market Salamander (8 a.m. – 4 p.m.) This Father’s Day, treat your Dad to our gourmet market for breakfast or lunch and his meal is free. Market Salamander is a charismatic gourmet market, just steps away from Salamander Resort & Spa. Fathers must be accompanied by children for promotion. Questions? Call Market Salamander at 540-687-9720.

6/16

Father’s Day Fish-a-Rama at Great Country Farms (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.) Treat Dad to a fun-filled day of catch-and-release fishing at Great Country Farms. Compete in the Fish-a-Rama contest, and fish for catfish, bass, and blue gill in our stocked ponds. Phil Stevens of Project Healing Waters will be with us assisting fishers in honing their skills. Plus, watch and learn from the pro’s with fly tying demonstrations and lessons from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Details and advance tickets at greatcountryfarms.com/ festivals-events/fathers-day-weekend.

6/21

Twilight Jumpers at Great Meadow (6:30 p.m.) Twilight Jumpers at Great Meadow is an evening event held under the lights at Great Meadow in The Plains. $40/carload. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. The first class ($500 Child/Adult Amateur Class at 1.05m) begins at 7 p.m. The second class ($5000 at 1.30m) will start at 8:30 p.m. The evening features top competition, intense tailgating, and dancing in the pavilion. Visit equestrianfoundation.org or call 540454-6673 for details.

6/28

Open Late Summer Concert Series at the National Sporting Library & Museum (6-8 p.m.) Join friends on the NSLM lawn and celebrate the 5th anniversary of the Open Late Summer Concert Series. Concerts are free and open to the public, with the Museum open late and free of charge, too. The June Concert features the Chris Lawrence Band. Find more details at nationalsporting.org.

6/28-30

Holy Cow! An Udderly Amazing New Musical (7-8:30 p.m.) Join A Place To Be for the culmination of summer Musical Theatre Camp as they present Holy Cow! An Udderly Amazing New Musical. Experience the magic of A Place To Be, support your community, and learn more about music therapy. Tickets are $10 at the door. Friday/ Saturday performances begin at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Hill School. More info at aplacetobeva.org.

6/29

Preservation Class at the Salamander Resort & Spa (2 p.m.) Learn the secrets of making great jams and preserves this summer. In this hands-on class, you will work with the culinary team to preserve fresh fruit, as well as learn to make the resort’s signature buttermilk biscuits to pair with each. $79 per person. Held in the Cooking Studio. Reservations required, please call 540-326-4070.

6/29

Explore Main Street: A Historic View (1-2:30 p.m.) Join local historian Lory Payne for a leisurely stroll down Warrenton’s Historic Main Street and explore stories from the past that make each building in historic “Old Town” unique. The tour begins at the Fauquier History Museum at the Old Jail, located at 10 Ashby St., Warrenton. Walking tour fee is $10/person, $8 for FHS members, and $5 for children under 12. Tickets on Facebook at facebook.com/events/597628427330605/.

7/4

Independence Day BBQ & Celebration at the Salamander Resort & Spa (3-10 p.m.) Celebrate the 4th of July and enjoy the best views of Middleburg’s fireworks! Enjoy a classic BBQ with all the fixings and sides you love, including mouth-watering ribs, grilled chicken, and house-made cole slaw. Live entertainment starts at 3:30 p.m. $68 per person, $32 per child. Held in the Equestrian Center. Reservations required, please call 540-326-4070.

7/4

Town of Purcellville’s Fourth of July Parade (12 p.m.) The annual Fourth of July parade is sponsored by the Purcellville Volunteer Fire Department. The parade starts at 12:30 p.m. and many community organizations enter floats at this patriotic event. There is no fee to participate! For more information, contact Donnie Embrey with the Purcellville Volunteer Fire Department at 703-727-7191.

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PROPERTIES IN HUNT COUNTRY

DRAKELEN

Marshall ~ A French country home nestled in the prestigious horse and wine country of Northern Fauquier County. Sited on 50 acres, enjoy views of rolling pastures, a spring fed pond and the Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance. This custom home is an ideal country escape that elegantly combines warmth with simplicity. Nearby shopping and dining in the historic villages of Marshall, The Plains and Middleburg. In the heart of the Orange County Hunt territory. Approximately 45 minutes from Dulles International airport and an hour from downtown Washington D.C. $1,850,000

Cricket Bedford 540-229-3201

GORDONSDALE

Berryville ~ 255 acres rolling land in Virginia horse country. In 2 parcels: 82 acres now home to well known, income producing, cross country training course for 3 day event riders; 173 acres includes a 1 mile gallop, paddocks, sand arena, land equipment building, stable with income producing equine vet hospital. Stable now has 6 stalls and can be easily expanded. Includes small apt plus 2500 sq ft of living space, now being used as office. Both parcels have lovely home sites. 255 acres: $1,750,00 OR 173.348 acres: $1,200,000 and 82.091acres: $600,000. Cannot be further divided

Emily Ristau 540-454-9083

10 S MADISON

Middleburg ~ COMMERCIAL BUILDING + TURN-KEY ESTABLISHED BUSINESS & INVENTORY in the center of Historic Middleburg. Stunning upscale home items, crystal, unique gifts, cards, custom stationery, gourmet chocolates & much more. Approx. 1/2 of inventory is offsite and is included in the sale. $1,400,000

Rebecca Poston 540-771-7520

ARDEN

HAWKFIELDS

“First Class” Point To Point Builders’ center aisle six stall stable on 10 fenced acres with a Lighted Outdoor Arena. A 2nd barn is Amish built. Dedicated trails Ride Out. 7300+sq.ft. 3-Story home with all the bells & whistles and lots of hardwood flooring. Pool with heated spa overlooked by multiple decks & balconies. Commuter Train (VRE) 10 $1,195,000 minutes away!

Susie Ashcom 540-729-1478

Marshall ~ Fully renovated home on 5+ wooded acres tucked in & around a large protected farm. Sophisticated, contemporary design with an open floor plan that enhances the spaces both inside & out. 4 BRs, 3 BAs, new Kitchen, formal Dining Rm w/frplc, LR w/wall of brick & frplc, Family Rm w/wall of windows, skylights & exposed beams. Master Suite has lux Bath w/bonus rm, private terrace & unique glassedin storage rm. New roof, kitchen, bathrooms, hardwood & ceramic tile floors, windows & extensive landscaping. Open deck along entire back of the house. EZ commuter location just minutes to Marshall and I-66. $850,000

Cricket Bedford 540-229-3201

18 MADISON STREET

Middleburg ~ Excellent commercial investment opportunity in downtown Middleburg. One commercial building which appears like two that are adjoined on the corner of Madison and Federal Streets. Offers 4 separate entrances. Mixed Use includes retail & office spaces. Includes 7 parking spaces off Federal Street. Established business in one building. Seller desires to rent back. Priced well below appraised value. Zoned C-2. $799,000

Cricket Bedford 540-229-3201

CAMPBELL ESTATES

UPPERVILLE HOUSE

Upperville ~ Fully renovated c. 1843 Greek Revival style home in the historic village of Upperville. 4 BR, 3 BA, Front and rear covered porches. Fully fenced yard behind with professionally landscaped gardens. 2-car detached garage and potting shed. Can be Commercial or Residential. Priced below appraised value. $749,000

Cricket Bedford 540-229-3201

Custom built Colonial between villages of Marshall & The Plains. Open floor plan and an incredible number of windows and skylights. This family home has 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths on two finished levels. Hardwood floors on the main level with new carpeting upstairs. Gourmet Kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a separate Breakfast Room. Additional features - Stone fireplace, solarium, game room and wrap around deck. This house is move in ready! $630,000

Cricket Bedford 540-229-3201

FEDERAL COURT

Middleburg ~ Office condo available in established business complex located in the center of Middleburg. Convenient to banks, post office, restaurants and shopping. Features include spacious reception area, 3 offices or 2 offices and conference room, updated 1/2 Bath, Kitchenette, storage space, & builtins. New heat pump and hot water heater. On site parking with 2 assigned spaces included. $249,000

Catherine Bernache 540-424-7066

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2019

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