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FIND US ON Instagram @middleburglife Twitter @middleburglife Facebook.com/middleburglife ON THE COVER Rose Marie Bogley on the front porch of her home at “Peace and Plenty” Photo by Joanne Maisano

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THE MUSEUM OF THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY & THE GARDENS OF GLEN BURNIE

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he Museum of the Shenandoah Valley in Winchester maintains wonderful collections of decorative and fine arts relating to the history of the valley-and so much more.

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On permanent display is a large collection of Shenandoah Valley pottery, a craft established there in the late 1700s. It took such a hold in the valley that for a while, Strasburg was known as “Pot Town.” Some of the other exhibits relating to early life in the Shenandoah Valley include printing, moonshining,

silver and, of course, furniture.

Also on permanent display are the miniature houses and rooms assembled by R. Lee Taylor (1924-2000) and four shadowbox rooms created by Shenandoah Valley Museum | Page 5

Museum | From page 4 miniaturist William P. Massey, who was active in the 1930s and 40s. One of the houses on display is a Classical Revival style dwelling named Lee Hall. With 12 rooms on three floors, it represents Lee Taylor’s ideal abode. The various houses and rooms range from the simple to the extravagant.

The detail is breathtaking.

Among the current exhibits is “This Must be the Place: The Art of Landscape” (through September 3). It is comprised of paintings and drawings from the collection of Julian Wood Glass, Jr. (1910-1992) the benefactor of the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley. The landscapes include pieces

by Gainsborough, Constable, Whistler, Turner and Martin J. Heade. For many years, the Glass collection of paintings, as well as many pieces of fine furniture, resided at Glen Burnie.

Glen Burnie, the ancestral home of Julian Wood Glass, Jr., sits nearby the museum building on the 214 acres they share. It is on land that belonged to the founder of Winchester, James Wood, who settled there in 1735. James’ son, Robert, built the oldest sections of Glen Burnie in 1793 and 1794. In the 1950s Glen Burnie came into the possession of Glass. Glass, who also owned homes in New York and Oklahoma, and his domestic partner, Lee Taylor, renovated the house, turning it into a country Museum | Page 6

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Museum | From page 5 retreat that became well-known as a social setting. Inside Glen Burnie is another miniature by Taylor, replicating the house and furnishings from the period of time in which Glass and Taylor lived there.

One of Glass and Taylor’s greatest creations is the six acres of gardens surrounding Glen Burnie House. Perry Mathewes, Director of Gardens, described the gardens as “quirky,” which is no small part of their great charm.

When Glass and Taylor lived there, it was a private garden. It is now public and one of the challenges, according to Mathewes, “is to make the garden more accessible while maintaining the original spirit.” For instance, brick walkways have been widened (seamlessly) from three feet to five feet, and steps replaced by gentle brick ramps.

Close to the house are the Rose Garden, including a new arbor for climbing roses, and the Perennial Garden that leads into the Sculpture Garden. The Parterre Garden, with its statue of the god Mercury, is replanted several times a season. The Grand Allée of recently planted crab apple trees is nine feet narrower at the end farther from the house, making it seem even longer. The Knot Garden of boxwood completes the entry to the house.

Away from the house, water becomes a major feature of the landscaping. At a corner of the lawn, a large diameter stone wall encircles a natural spring. Its outlet leads to a newly created pond, which becomes part of a stream known as Town Run that cascades

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parallel to the boundary of the property. Between the two, a six-hundred-foot-long garden of spring perennials has recently been planted. This little gem is known as Kathie’s Spring Garden.

From another corner of the landscaping, water trickles over a wide, rocky embankment. Below its slope is the Water Garden.

Tucked along another section of the embankment is the Tea House, a major feature of the Asian Garden with its own narrow canal that merges with the stream from the Water Garden.

There is much more to see at the museum and the gardens than described here, and I take solace in a statement made in the Preface to “The Gardens of Glen Burnie” by Marge Lee: “Those who attempt to describe them never succeed.”

Be that as it may, Julian Wood Glass, Jr. and R. Lee Taylor did succeed - grandly. And we are all the richer for it. ML Page 4, top: The Pink Pavilion and courtyard.

Photo by Richard Hooper. Page 4, bottom left: In a dramatic setting, a statue of a man pouring water from a shell is perched atop an embankment.

Photo by Richard Hooper. Page 4, bottom middle: Part of the R. Lee Taylor Miniatures Collection.

Photo by Richard Hooper. Page 4, bottom right: The Tea House in the Asian Garden. Photo by Richard Hooper. Page 5: The central panel of a triptych by Barry Vance entitled Shenandoah Valley, Courtesy the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley. Page 6: A stretch of Town Run in the early spring. Photo

by Richard Hooper.

As well as the permanent collections of the history of the Shenandoah Valley, the following exhibitions are currently on display or scheduled for later this year: “Under the Appalachian Sky.” Paintings and drawings by Barry Vance. Through June 24.

“Hear My Voice: Native American Art from the Past and Present.”

Through July 22.

“Small Wonders.” Photographs by Jackie Bailey Labovitz. Through December 31.

“Nature Connects.” Lego brick sculptures designed by Sean Kenney of garden related subjects displayed throughout the gardens. Through September 3.

“Maxfield Parrish: Paintings and Prints.” Opening September 1.

Through July 22nd members of the National Sporting Library & Museum will be granted free admission to the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley and vice versa.

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e are delighted to share a bit of Rose Marie Bogley’s story and her home, “Peace and Plenty” at Bollingbrook, with our readers this month.

The cover photo was taken on the front porch of her lovely home, recently featured on the Historic Garden Week tour and the site of many special occasions over the years for the Middleburg and Hunt Country community.

Photographer Joanne Maisano captured the cover image and the photos that you will find in the article, Time to Savor Peace and Plenty, later in this issue.

On this page is a photo taken by Janet Hitchen after Rose Marie won the Side Saddle Class competition at the Upperville Colt & Horse Show in 2007. Rose Marie competed in many equestrian events and bred horses at her farm until recently. ML Rose Marie Bogley at the Upperville Colt & Horse Show.

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very Memorial Day Weekend brings the history and tradition of the Virginia Foxhound Show to the glorious grounds of Morven Park. Fox hunts from all over North America gather to showcase their particular stamp of foxhound breeding in front of a captive audience of participants and spectators.

Walking onto the grounds you find a sea of white kennel coats, bowler hats, hunt caps and hounds of all types. What is going on in the different rings you might ask? Why are some hounds being presented one way and some another? Some are being stood up, some are bounding across the ring, and others are trotting around in a circle. It is all very impressive, but what does it mean?

North America, especially Northern Virginia, embodies a vast array of foxhunting clubs. Each hunt has a certain type of foxhound that best suits their specific territory in order to provide them with good sport. Within the different foxhound breeds there are characteristics a huntsman will look for in order to ensure he has the best hound for his hunt country. This may be an English, American, Penn-Marydel or Crossbred hound, or any combination of those. At the VFH show you can find the best of the best of each of these breeds.

At the end of the weekend the champions and grand champions will be showcased for their achievements in each of their respective classes. Judges carefully evaluate each hound looking for any distinct advantage or trait one might have over another.

Conformation, which is the evaluation of the physical characteristics of an animal, is an integral part of each type and class. Freedom of movement is the next quality, which is directly related to good conformation. In the words of Andy Bozdan, former huntsman for the Loudoun Fairfax Hunt, “a hound that is put together correctly is far more likely to hold up to the tasks at hand on a day’s hunting.” Key attributes include a nice looking head, correct shoulder slope, straight front legs, tight feet and low hocks.

“This isn’t just a beauty competition. The hound must show itself in order for a judge to observe its conformation. A hound can be very well put together but lack confidence once it enters the ring. For this reason alone a hound could be excused,” informs Bozdan.

On the other hand, Bozdan explains, “There are some hounds that would never win a single ribbon at the show, but they may be the best Hounds | Page 11

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Hounds | From page 10 hunting hound a huntsman could ask for.”

As you pass down the long line of show rings there will be a few noticeable differences that may stand out. In the American and Crossbred rings the hounds are being shown “bench style.” The handler will be kneeling down, with their hand on each end of the hound, ensuring the hound is perfect from nose to tail.

The American hound dates back to 1650, when the breed was first developed by Robert Brooke. Long leg, fine bone and a slightly arched loin, will be some of what a judge is looking for in this class.

Interestingly, when the show first took place in 1934, only American hounds were permitted. It wasn’t until 1965 that English and Crossbred hounds came onto the scene.

A type of American hound, the PennMarydel, originates from two types of hounds.

The old Southern hounds from England and the black and white hound from France, otherwise known as the “Blanc Noire.” In the 17th century, these hounds predominately hunted in three states: Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware. Over time they became known as Penn-Marydel.

Ryan Johnsey, master hunstman for the

Tennessee Valley hounds, hunts a lovely pack of Penn-Marydels down South. When asked what qualities he thinks are most important when selecting which hounds he will show, Ryan states, “Correctness in their feet and knees are my biggest concerns. I feel like folks overlook this too often in their breeding. If they don’t have sound conformation, how will they ever hold up out hunting?”

These hounds are best known for two beloved qualities: their remarkable scenting ability, allowing them to pick up a line (that is the scent of fox or coyote) even in tough conditions; and, their booming, bellowing voice.

Hearing a pack of Penn-Marydels in full cry is a bone-chilling experience that will leave a mark on your soul.

In the English ring, hounds will be shown on and off lead as well as free running. This is a lovely display of the hounds’ athleticism as they gallop across the green grass chasing after a dog biscuit. It’s a marvelously fun game for them and also gives the judges a chance to really see how they can move.

There are actually two types of English hounds shown here that will be judged as “English” and compete in the same ring, though they have been bred to be very Hounds | Page 12

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Hounds | From page 11 different from each other to suit the needs of their particular hunt territories. The Modern English hound is more streamlined and athletic so that it can cover miles of territory and clear any obstacle in its way, such as the wire fences common in North America. The Old English hound is typically stockier and bigger boned, making it hard driving and determined, and is the predominant hound in Ireland.

Graham Buston, huntsman at Blue Ridge Hunt, has both English types in his pack as well as Crossbreds. He recognized the need for a different type of hound for his territory and successfully developed a cross between the English Fell hound and Penn-Marydel. He finds this combination performs optimally in his hunt’s challenging terrain, which can be tough due to the prevalent amount of limestone.

Graham says, “I have had days where I saw the English hounds shut down where the Fell cross persevered to keep the fox going.” The Fell, after all, were originally bred to hunt mountainous territory, and for this reason they are “more tough and independent, which suits me as a huntsman,” states Graham.

Some hounds at the show will be veterans, having attended the show in previous years.

Called entered hounds, they have their own class.

Entered hounds must have been hunting with their pack for at least one season. Young puppies also attend the show in a class called "unentered," meaning they have yet to start their formal hunting careers. “Young entry,” as they are called, will have been practicing their moves in advance of the show to prepare for their upcoming debut.

One of the highlights of the day is the junior handler's class. Children dressed in kennel coats that are too big and hunt caps falling down over their eyes jog around the ring with their hounds.

They take it very seriously, as they should, and in the end ribbons are awarded.

"Do something that others are not doing; and, whatever you do, do it correctly," responded Evan Dombrosky, winner of the 2015 and 2016 junior handler class, when asked what tricks he had up his sleeve. The junior handler class is a joy to watch and a wonderful glimpse into the future of foxhunting.

Whether it's your first time at the show or you're an old pro, one thing is for sure. The Virginia Hound Show is an experience that will leave you with a bit of history, an appreciation for hound breeding, and a new or even deeper-rooted appreciation for the sport of foxhunting. ML Page 10, top: Fun, games and the quest for a biscuit! Page 10, bottom: Jordan Hicks with Marshall at the Virginia Foxhound Show showing how he moves with a toss of a biscuit. Page 11: Latecia wins her class in the PennMarydel ring from Moore County Hounds. Page 12, top: Evan Dombrowsky showing a hound in the junior handlers class at the Virginia Foxhound Show. Page 12, middle: Graham Buston of Blue Ridge Hunt showing his English Foxhounds. Page 12, bottom: Winners Junior and Judgement - Orange County American hounds shown bench style.

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Middleburg Humane Foundation's ANNUAL BLUE JEANS BALL Photos by Tony Gibson

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“Our community continues to overwhelm us with their generosity, year after year,” said Melanie Burch, MHF Director of Development. “We raised even more than last year, netting $223,000

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Although their financial needs continue to grow due to the increasing demands for their services, the MHF is committed to finding a way to be there for abused, neglected and at risk animals that find their way to their doors.

“I just want everyone to know how grateful we are for their support,” said Burch. ML

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PLATINUM, PEARLS & PERSONALITY AT

THOS. HAYS & SON JEWELERS

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ucked away down South Madison Street is Thos. Hays and Son Jewelers, a Middleburg mainstay for fine jewelry retail and repair. The 18th century house, complete with original fireplace, is unassuming and intimate, but don’t let the modest space fool you. Inside you will find a magnificent collection that would dazzle even Holly

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Golightly and a proprietor with an impressive skill set and inviting personality.

Thomas Hays’ journey to jewelry is perhaps a little unconventional. He was born and raised in Washington, D.C., where he learned the ins and outs of running a boutique at his family’s Mexican import shop, The Phoenix, which still stands today in Georgetown.

Though he had an early exposure to proprietorship and customer service, he would walk a variety of career paths before becoming a

self-taught jeweler and business owner.

He moved to New York for college and spent a decade there, working as a handyman, taxi-driver and an occupational therapist. Interestingly, it was through occupational therapy that he was first introduced to jewelry production and design.

He remembers, “The other occupational therapists at this hospital were teaching drug Jewelers | Page 17

Jewelers | From page 16 addicts how to make silver jewelry, which is an odd thing to even think!”

He adds, “But I was drawn to them; I was drawn to the field, and I would spend my lunch hour looking over their shoulders. I vowed that when I settled down, I would start the process of becoming a jeweler.”

With little instruction and no classic training, Hays taught himself the basics of jewelry design, a skill he’s mastered over the past 40some years. He explains that he started, “first with silver jewelry for quite a while, and then I moved into gold and platinum. It was a labor of love…I basically learned as I went.”

After learning the technique, Hays focused on another part of that process, finding a place for his life as a jeweler to begin.

He and his first wife packed up and, “headed out for one of those amazing adventures, not knowing where it was going to end up.”

He jokes, “I spent a year looking for Middleburg in 1972. My first wife and I lived in a van with our Siamese cat, and we drove through Middleburg one day. As we drove through this little town, we said, ‘This looks like it!’”

A local realtor showed him the storefront and a farmhouse to rent nearby.

Thos. Hays and Son Jewelers opened in

1972, named for owner Thomas Hays and his very young son. “The ‘and son’ is a funny story,” Hays says with a laugh. “I put the ‘and son’ on the masthead when he was 3. It was fun because those who knew me knew I had a very young child.”

And though the shop was new, Hays says, “I really wanted to be able to establish myself and give the impression that the shop had been here for a very long time, even a couple of generations.”

It began as a boutique, but it didn’t take off immediately. Hays recalls in the early days, the people of Middleburg were not big consumers. “They spent a lot of money on horses and parties, but they didn’t consume an awful lot of material things,” he says.

However, as the business evolved into a jewelry shop, the town changed, too; many of the new crowd were tech executives. “They bought up these big estates and kept them intact, which was wonderful,” he says. “And they were consumers, whereas the generation before them had not been. And that’s when my business took off.”

Forty-six years later the business continues to thrive, although his son never joined the family business, with the patronage of locals and regulars coming from the District and Northern Virginia as well. Hays believes part of the appeal is his variety. He fills his

display cases and stocks his shelves with an alluring blend of contemporary and estate jewelry, silver and antique clocks. “It’s an interesting mix that you rarely see in a jewelry business; it has its own personality,” he says.

His design and repair skills are also a big draw. He often agrees to take on tasks other jewelers might not, restoring family heirlooms or designing custom pieces from scratch. He even mixes his own rose gold.

“My skills allow me to produce pretty much anything in the field,” says Hays.

Above all, it is Hays’ obvious affection for his craft and his warm personality that makes him a success story. When asked about his favorite part of the business, he lists every aspect from customer interaction to private moments of creativity. He even describes buying trips as “like Christmas morning.”

Hays concludes, “You have to have a personality to draw people to you. You do whatever you can to make people happy,” which he certainly does. ML Page 16, top left: The display cases are filled with a blend of styles so there is something for everyone.

Page 16, top right: He also sells elegant silver structures for the home. Page 16, bottom left: Hays' carefully curated collection includes one-of-a-kind pieces of antique jewelry. Page 16, bottom right: Just like Hays himself, his shop is warm and inviting.

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VIRGINIA GOLD CUP THRILLS THE CROWDS Photos by Tony Gibson

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Zanclus led from the start for owner-breeders Sara and Bruce Collette, trainer Neil Morris and rider Kieran Norris in the feature $100,000 Virginia Gold Cup timber race, crossing the finish line 3 ¾ lengths ahead of Mike Smith’s Le Chevalier, trained by Julie

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Gomena and ridden by Jack Doyle.

Personal Sport won the afternoon’s featured hurdle race, the $75,000 Semmes Memorial, for owner-breeder Maggie Bryant of Middleburg and The Plains-based trainer Richard Valentine.

Of course, fine racing also brought out gaily-arrayed crowds to cheer on the horses and enjoy the competitive atmosphere. Wagers aside, everyone went home happy! ML

Photos: 1. Winners of the 2018 Virginia Gold Cup Tailgate Contest, a time-honored tradition, pose proudly with their 1st place ribbon. 2. 2018 Virginia Gold Cup winners Zanclus and jockey, Kieran Norris meet in the Winner's Circle with owner, Bruce and Sara Collete, Trainer Neil R. Morris. 3. Always a crowd favorite, the Jack Russell Terrier race kicks off a fun-filled day of excitement and competition. 4. Renegade River of Wits End Stable, LLC and Jockey, Eric Portz clear the fence during the 1st race of the Virginia Gold Cup's Sport of Kings Maiden Hurdle.

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Owner, Magalen O. Bryant and horse Personal Start take 1st place during the David H. Semmes Memorial Hurdle Stakes race with rider, Barry Foley, posing with his daughter Julia Foley. 3. Taking 1st place in two consecutive races (Numbers 3 and 4), trainer Richard Valentine proudly holds the winning trophy high celebrating the victory of Personal Start with rider, Barry Foley. 4. With a winning ride of Warp Factor on the 1st race of the day, rider Darren Nagle poses with owner Irv and Diane Naylor and trainer, Cyril Murphy.

5. The Jack Russell Terrier Races always attract an exuberant crowd of fans gathering around the paddock to cheer on their favorite to win. 6. There was much to be seen and enjoyed both on and off the course.

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Middleburg Tennis Club Breaks Ground on New Indoor Tennis Facility Story and photo by Kerry Phelps Dale

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t was a hot second day of May when 130 members and friends gathered for the groundbreaking ceremony of Middleburg Tennis Club’s new indoor tennis facility. The project includes two indoor courts, lower and upper level viewing areas, a pro shop, the pro’s office, a videotape analysis room, reception area, kitchenette and men’s and women’s locker rooms.

The 1.8-million-dollar expansion of the club, scheduled for completion in November, will bring the total number of courts to 13; five indoor, six outdoor clay and two outdoor hard.

Bearing shovels and speaking at the ceremony were Max Clatterbuck, President of Lantz Construction of Winchester, Arch Moore and David Leudemann of Middleburg Bank, Paul Mayer, MTC Board President,

Dale Shultz, MTC Building Committee Chair, MTC General Manager, Vaughn Gatling and MTC Director of Tennis, Kevin Brundle.

The ceremony was followed by the season opening of the deck with a cookout and live

music by Bryan Fox Trio while overlooking an exhibition match of some of the club’s top players and teaching pros.

The new facility will be open and ready for the club’s 50th Anniversary next year. ML

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bor, NY in the iconic North Shores area of Long Island that has been in the Casey family for the past 70 years is to be sold via sealed bid. Hollywood Real Estate Services LLC will act as the administrator for the sale along with Helmsley Spear LLC Brokerage, with all qualified bids to be sent to the Washington office of Summit Commercial Real Estate LLC, a co-advisor to the sale, located at 1990 M Street, NW, Suite 250, Washington D.C. 20036.

“This is an incredible opportunity to own a magnificent retreat encompassing an impeccably maintained manor house and five guest cottages on the waterfront with potential dockage area to accommodate a sizable motor yacht or sailboat less than an hour from mid-town Manhattan,” said Mr. James Connelly, Director of Government Relations-Principal for Summit.

When asked what makes this property so unique and attractive to potential buyers, Mr. Connelly replied: “Besides its storied history, this property’s convenient proximity to New York city via train or major commuter arteries is compelling to executives and their families as well as to professional organizations and United Nations Foreign Missions looking for gracious, flexible accommodations and to whom privacy and security are paramount.”

In addition, bidders may take into consideration the possibility to subdivide the property in accordance with local codes. With certain exclusions, the potential exists to acquire the property’s furnishings in whole or in part.

Mr. Connelly and Mr. James Kazunas, President of Hollywood Real Estate Services, LLC, have indicated that bids are now being accepted on the property at this time.

Qualified bidders will have access to tour the property through arrangement with Mr. Connelly.

“The asking price has not been set and the property will be sold in a sealed bid format, with the Seller entertaining all viable offers from qualified bidders,” said Mr. Kazunas.

Complete terms and conditions of sale are available by contacting Hollywood Real Estate Services, LLC at 301367-9435 or by emailing a request to info@hollywoodres. com. You may reach Mr. Connelly at 202-491-5300 by phone or text.

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KNOW YOUR TREES

By Ashley Bommer Singh

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ome say that Columbus was sent to find the New World not for gold but to discover new forest lands after Spain all but lost her native forests to logging. He would have done well to land in Virginia, which was heavily forested with pines and hardwoods. If you live around Middleburg, chances are you walk or ride through our beautiful forests on a regular basis. How are our forests and woodlands doing?

I recently had a chance to chat with James Donegan, a tree expert and owner of Donegan’s Tree Service, and Robert Ray PhD, a botanist and research specialist at Howard Hughes Medical Institute, at Ray’s historic 1730s estate in Waterford. Their mission there is to preserve the diversity of native species and turn the surroundings back into a proper Atlantic forest.

While native populations made heavy use of these forests, early colonists and

pioneering Americans managed to destroy most East Coast forests in the 1800s.

America’s forests only started to recover with the introduction of modern forestry practices in the 20th century. The Virginia Department of Forestry, for example, was established in 1914.

Having been mistreated in the past, Virginia’s forests are generally moving through the stages of “succession,” coming back from abandoned fields or fire or long-ago clear cutting. Virginia today is about 62 percent forest—15.8 million acres. That’s the good news. But, I often have been frustrated by the thick bramble of undergrowth that seems to take over the forest and make it impassable. My dog constantly charges through the brambles and ends up with cuts on her ears and face. The first time, I thought she’d mixed it up with a coyote.

I learned from Donegan and Ray that the source is invasive species that disrupt the Trees | Page 24

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Trees | From page 23 natural progress of the forest.

Wineberry is among the worst offenders.

A relative of blackberry and raspberry that was brought to America as rootstock in the late 1800s, it spreads not just from seed but by re-rooting wherever the tips of its long canes touch the ground. The ensuing mess—call it a bramble or a thicket or a briar patch—makes the forest less hospitable to native wildlife and chokes out the native plant species that should be popping up.

A surprising two-thirds of Virginia’s forest is in private hands, including the 53 wooded acres owned by Ray. Working with Donegan, Ray has been painstakingly removing large sections of wineberry and other invasive plants like the poisonous jet berry from his property. Eliminating invasive plants will give breathing space to the native undergrowth and hardwoods like hickory, beech and old oak trees as well as the forests’ struggling pines.

Restoring forests and planting and managing trees is important to create a vibrant ecosystem for our wildlife and soil retention.

My neighbor, Christiane Runyan, whose woods I often walk through, is also the author of “Global Deforestation” and a research scientist at Johns Hopkins University. She says, “Some native species have experienced substantial declines over recent years due to pest and insect infestations.” But she’s confident the focus of scientists, government agencies and non-governmental organizations like land conservancies will help improve forest health even in the face of new pests and a changing climate.

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Donegan’s mission in life. Three decades ago, after a 30-hour snowplow marathon and with a baby on the way, he decided to dedicate himself to what he loved most, “working in trees.” Donegan started his work in the nation’s capital and soon became captivated by the native and exotic trees planted all around the District. From the lindens down Massachusetts Avenue to clouds of cherry trees around the tidal basin to poplars down Pennsylvania Avenue and Japanese plum trees in Dumbarton Oaks, Washington has long been known as the City of Trees.

In 1984, Donegan got his big break, winning a bid to tend to 480 trees in the surrounding parks on the White House Grounds. He hired 13 people and got to work. Forty-five days later the trees were clipped, pruned and moving towards a healthy year. Next came The Naval Observatory and the Vice President’s residence. When the late (and gracious) Barbara Bush spotted him up in a 200-year-old oak, he heard her call out, “You be careful up there.” And just then he slipped.

Fortunately, he was not hurt.

He was also caregiver to the South Lawn’s Jackson Magnolia, a long standing and long-ailing giant that has watched over 39 presidencies since the newly widowed President Andrew Jackson brought it from his Tennessee home. Descendants of the tree have been planted by presidents and its seeds presented to friends all over the country and around the world. Sadly, a substantial portion of the Jackson Magnolia had to be removed a few months ago due to rot and weakness that made it likely to fall.

Saving trees like that magnolia makes Donegan’s heart sing. When a client asked him to take down a 150-year-old willow oak, Do-

Blights and insects have taken a toll on Atlantic forests. Dutch elm disease continues to decimate American elms, and chestnut blight wiped out the American chestnut. What keeps James Donegan concerned now is the spotted lantern fly which was recently discovered in Pennsylvania and has even been seen in Winchester, Virginia. The Virginia Department of Agriculture has partnered with the Virginia Cooperative Extension and needs citizens to learn to identify the spotted lantern fly and report sightings. The spotted lanternfly could take a heavy toll on Virginia fruit, including apples, stone fruit, grapes and even hops, endangering the state’s booming wine and craft brewing industries. https://ext.vt.edu/ agriculture/commercial-horticulture/spotted-lanternfly.html

negan told him, “You need to give me a really good reason why I am taking this down.” The response didn’t pass muster, and Donegan made his case to save the tree with some crown cleaning and TLC. I think about my own property and the trees I can identify and those I cannot. You almost have to be a detective. From the bark, to the leaves, to the flowers, to the fruit, all characteristics give clues. Ray laughed and said that his colleagues in the lab used to use him as field guide—20 questions to identify any species.

The more we know about our trees, the more we can appreciate and care for them.

Trees are the backbone to any landscape. I was excited to add a weeping cherry to my property this year for the blossoms that will hopefully emerge next year and for decades to come.

Whether you have one tree or own acres of Virginia forest, look up and be proactive.

Trees can stay much healthier with regular pruning and attention. Your fruit trees can have fewer pests and more bountiful harvest.

And removing invasive plants can help native trees and plants thrive and allow you to spend much more time wandering the woods. ML Page 23: James Donegan (r) and Robert Ray in Waterford. Photo by Ashley Bommer Singh. Page 24: Thickets on the Forest Floor. Photo courtesy of Ashley Bommer Singh.

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he overcast morning and scattered showers disappeared just as we pulled into the long driveway of Rose Marie Bogley’s Peace and Plenty Farm at Bollingbrook in Upperville, Virginia, just a bit further out Route 50 West past Middleburg. The tree-lined gravel drive offered a sense of permanence and structure as we approached the grand white façade of the circa 1809 manor house.

Just a couple of weeks ago, the grounds had welcomed over 2,000 eager participants as part of this year’s Historic Garden Week tour, but today the serenity of the property nestled into the rolling hills and woods of hunt country gave credence to its name. And, as we entered the 100foot long entry hall bedecked with gorgeous furnishings, chandeliers and artworks everywhere, Bogley approached us with a genuinely relaxed and welcoming smile to what is clearly not meant to be a showcase, but her home.

Jennifer Richards was on hand to introduce us to Bogley and to share stories of some of the many charitable events hosted at Peace and Plenty. We were instantly at ease as we began our tour

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and met a few of the menagerie of pets that have found their way into Bogley’s devoted care.

A FAIRY TALE CUT SHORT Born and raised in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Rose Marie Parker was the eldest of five children, three girls and two boys. Her father left the family when she was 12, and with a devoted mother and a lot of hard work by all of them, the children completed Catholic high school and went on to higher education. Her mother insisted that she learn typing and shorthand along the way, and after majoring in English at the University of Pittsburgh, she was ready to move on from Johnstown and pursue new interests.

“My friend said I wasn’t tough enough for New York but would be OK in Washington [D.C.],” said Bogley with a laugh.

After passing her secretarial agency exam, she worked for the Air Force for six months before landing a position working for Senator Styles Bridges of New Hampshire, either in his senatorial offices or in the tiny original Supreme Court chambers located in the Capitol building when Congress was in session.

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Plenty | From page 26 “I came from a family of athletes, two of whom were great golfers, and I played well, too,” she said. “I was meeting a lot of people between work and socially.”

Two major things happened in the months leading up to the inaugural of President John F. Kennedy. Bogley met an attractive divorced father of three 14 years her senior, Samuel E. Bogley, and then her Georgetown house burned down as the result of an accidentally broken light bulb while trying on gowns to wear to the big event. Some months later Rose Marie and Sam married and created a home of their own.

Samuel was an attorney who instead of practicing law became highly successful in the Washington real estate market, and as a former Master of the Potomac Hunt, was a skilled horseman. “I’ve always loved animals, and I looked around and saw that I was missing out. So Sam bought me a horse,” said Rose Marie.

The original land grant for the house in Potomac that they bought together called the property both “Peace and Plenty” or “Mud Hill.” For obvious reasons, they adopted the former. In 1961, Sam bought Rose Marie her first racehorse, a growing avocation she shared with her husband, and the following year they were blessed with the arrival of their daughter, Hilleary, and it seemed as if all their dreams were coming true.

“When Hilleary was only nine months old, Sam said that if she was old enough to walk, she was old enough to ride, so we put her in her first horse show,” recalls Rose Marie. “Our daughter looked like Sam and started to take after him in other ways—still does.”

Tragically, the fairy tale was cut short when Sam and Rose Marie were out foxhunting with the Blue Ridge Hunt the weekend after Thanksgiving in November 1966. Sam’s horse stepped in a hole, and the resultant injuries led to Sam’s death 44 days later. Rose Marie never remarried and said only “that he would have been a tough act to follow.”

BOLLINGBROOK REBORN Rose Marie found herself widowed with a young daughter, but she was well provided for by Sam. She had to put her life back together.

“I have a passion for life. I go at everything with gung ho,” said Rose Marie. Beneath her strikingly lovely, genteel presence and gracious ways, you can feel her tremendous reservoir of strength.

Shortly after her husband’s death, a friend who was then the Master of the Potomac Hunt suggested that with her beauty and style she should take up sidesaddle. Failing to find a teacher but determined to give it a go, she “taught myself by reading a book.” Her first show was the Washington International, and she took second place. Her passion for horses was growing along with her troop of terriers. So, she packed up and moved to a 50-acre farm in Middleburg, again christening her home Peace and Plenty.

Not only did Rose Marie become one of the most accomplished sidesaddle riders in the country, winning the sidesaddle event at Madison Square Garden in New York City three times, but she became a fine breeder and owner of racehorses, and had a good eye for show horses as well. On her library mantle sits the retired sidesaddle trophy from Upperville Colt & Horse Show reflecting her storied history there.

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Plenty | From page 27 some of the more travelled roads. She’d already begun rescuing an assortment of dogs, cats, horses and chickens and worried about their safety.

Bollingbrook had been sitting vacant for 15 years, its last previous owner having been sent to prison for his role in selling arms to Libya, and was in disrepair. The property actually was being sold in foreclosure for failure to pay taxes. Today’s stunning views were obscured by rows and rows of corn crowding the main house, but one look at the long entry hall and the potential of the property, and Rose Marie was undaunted. She spent two years meticulously restoring the main house while living in one of the other cottages on the grounds, and she has since continued to renovate the extensive barns, stables, scale house, blacksmith house, the oldest in-ground silo in Virginia and, most recently, begun work on the gothic style church used by the slaves that once lived and worked here prior to the Civil War. Now the estate carries the proud name of Peace and Plenty at Bollingbrook.

“When my husband and I first married, neither of us had many possessions. I’ve been on a huge buying spree ever since,” deadpans Rose Marie.

Collected over the years are the results of her passion for travel and decorating, artfully arranged by her own hands in every nook and cranny of her fabulous estate. Many items were gifts from friends, including the amazing statues of mermaids, mermen and Neptune set on pedestals near her pool, the statues having once belonged to the estate of Evalyn Walsh McLean. Scattered amongst the rooms and particularly in the pool/guest cottage, which used to be the schoolhouse in the property’s early history, are furnishings from the winter retreat she had in Jamaica for 10 years.

Also present are a vast array of paintings, photos and memorabilia from a lifetime of equestrian, political, charitable and social events, many of which she chaired. Carefully striated walls of deep green painted by her own hands to camouflage the uneven wall surfaces serve as the perfect backdrop to mirrors, bookshelves, antiques and collectibles in her home’s library.

Some of the paintings are her own, most painted long ago, but some just completed recently as she’s returned to a joyous pastime from her younger days. Not surprisingly, her favorite subjects have been animals and fowl, with roosters high on her list.

A LABOR OF LOVE Her generosity and commitment to the welfare of animals and to rescue organizations is legendary and has been carried forward by Hilleary, who founded the Middleburg Humane Foundation and who actively still serves abused and neglected animals in our community.

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her attention through a friend. The beloved racehorse, a former winner of the Breeder’s Cup named Reraise, won close to $1 million before injuries sidelined him into abandonment and obscurity. The big bay gelding was embraced by Rose Marie and found the perfect retirement home at Bollingbrook.

“We had the Middleburg Humane Foundation benefit here 15 years in a row,” said Rose Marie.

Numerous signature events have been held at the estate including the Piedmont Hunt Christmas breakfasts, charitable functions in support of the Land Trust of Virginia, and other endeavors. It’s also made repeat appearances on the Hunt Country Stable Tour.

In 2009, Rose Marie placed 365 of the approximately 400 remaining acres of the once vast land grant from Lord Fairfax to “King” Carter in 1702 into a conservation easement with the Land Trust of Virginia to ensure the preservation in perpetuity of Bollingbrook’s open space, historic buildings and natural resources.

“The remaining acres have been set aside to house and care for all of my animals that may survive me, so that they will never suffer want,” she said.

“When the farm is eventually sold, the exteriors must all stay the same,” Rose Marie explained. “I’ve worked hard to restore and preserve as much of this property as I possibly could. I’ve been incredibly fortunate to have my wonderful assistant, Leslie Hacker, along with an incredible farm manager over the past 12 years. I couldn’t have done it without them.”

You can tell that it’s been a labor of love.

As we strolled the property and some of the 17 buildings that occupy the land, it was abundantly clear how much the owner delights in the lovely vistas and natural beauty of the flora and fauna that flourish here. She shared how she begins each morning with an exercise routine on the second floor balcony overlooking the hills and her 250-year-old Cedar of Lebanon tree.

With a sunny smile on her face she con-

fided that mornings include a nice cup of hot coffee. Then she sips on Red Bull “tea” gradually over the course of the afternoon “to keep me going,” and then she savors a bit of vodka in the evening. With a handful of precious house cats, several adoring dogs, 15 content barn cats, 35 horses (23 of which are rescues), and a still active cattle-farming business on the property, she exuded an air of contentment and rhythm to her days.

“I loved to travel and have travelled extensively, but I don’t want to anymore,” she said. “What could be more beautiful than where I am?” ML Page 26, top: Peace and Plenty. Page 26, bottom: Rose Marie with one of her companions. Page 27, top: The library with striated green walls painted by Rose Marie. Page 27, middle: The gorgeously decorated foyer. Page 27, bottom: The former schoolhouse and current Pool and Guest cottage. Page 28, top: Statues of mermaids, mermen and Neptune adorn the pool area. Page 28, bottom: Rose Marie's most recently completed painting entitled Matilda.

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HISTORIC GARDEN WEEK FLOURISHES Photos by Joanne Maisano

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Presented by the Garden Club of Virginia members, this annual tradition not only provides visitors with an opportunity to see some of the most beautiful public and private landscapes, but it also raises funds for the restoration of historic public gardens and structures at some of Virginia’s most iconic sites.

Guests have plenty of time to stroll the properties and learn about the grounds through the details provided by the tour guide and volunteers on hand.

It’s easy to see why people travel from all over the State and beyond to participate in this wonderful display of nature. ML

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Photos: 1. Boxwoods frame the front and rear of the house at Foxlease Farm with numerous outdoor entertainment spaces complementing the property.

2. The striking front of Foxlease Farm. 3. The extensive hardscapes in the back of The Cliff home takes full advantage of the natural terrain. 4. Attendance was plentiful during HGW. A beautiful pathway to the 19th century equestrian estate at Foxlease Farm.

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eopold (Bud) Weidlein (Captain, U.S.N, Ret.) passed away peacefully in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida on May 17, 2018. Bud was born on June 1, 1918 in New York City. He was raised in the Borough of Queens and graduated from St. John’s University. Bud married Alice Anne Flanagan in New York in 1943.

Captain Weidlein began his naval career as an aviation cadet in 1940 and was a highly decorated Navy pilot who served in Africa and the Pacific during World War II. His time in the Navy included attending the Naval War College and the Industrial War College of the Armed Forces. Bud served as Commander on the aircraft carrier USS Kearsage for its 1961 Pacific cruise from Long Beach, California.

He was commanding officer of the Navy’s nuclear delivery training squadron (HATU) and head of the air launched Nuclear Weapon Branch (Bureau of Ordinance for Research and Development). Bud was the Operations Planning Officer for the Commander in Chief of the Atlantic Fleet and NATO; he also head-

ed the Defense Intelligence Agency’s Soviet Air Defense Section before retiring from the Joint Staff of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in 1964.

Bud and Anne moved with the younger contingent of their eight children in 1965 to

Dover Farm in Middleburg, Virginia, and then began a successful second career in real estate. He also raised cattle on the farm, enjoyed gardening, and kept an airplane in order to continue flying. In 1988, Bud and Anne moved from Middleburg to Florida.

Bud was pre-deceased by Anne, his wife of 66 years, and by his son Michael A. Weidlein, and will be lovingly remembered by his seven surviving children: Anne Pennington (Doug), Tom Weidlein (Marie), John Weidlein (Lynn), Pat Bradford (Alex), Peter Weidlein (Alexandra), Kate Weidlein (Roger Jones) and James Weidlein as well as his eight grandchildren, Amy Pennington Murphy (Tim), Jennifer Pennington McDaniel (Ethan), Sean Weidlein, James Weidlein, Laura Bradford Fortner (Chase), Stephanie Bradford, Travis Weidlein and Marco Ghiradelli, and four great grandchildren.

A memorial mass and burial will take place at a future date at Arlington Cemetery. ML

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THE CONSERVATIONISTS OF TOMORROW Story and photos by Marcia Woolman

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he Goose Creek Association’s (GCA) annual riparian buffer tree planting project had its most successful year since starting its five-year-old project known as the Goose Creek Challenge. The Challenge is to plant 3,000 trees each spring to protect the water quality of our local watershed.

This year’s projects produced outstanding results using a combination of community resources, among which were John Marshall Soil and Water District led by Tom Turner and Loudoun Conservation District’s Pat McIlvaine, coupled with volunteers from GCA and several public and private schools in Loudoun and Fauquier counties that share the Goose Creek, 350-square mile watershed. Working together to protect nearly two miles of stream banks, they planted 2,470 trees and shrubs, all of this using local students, teachers, parents and Goose Creek volunteers. They provide the expertise, order the trees, provide the tools and educational instruction on why and how riparian buffers protect our water quality, both here and downstream, even indirectly protecting the Chesapeake Bay. The teachers prep the children in classroom studies to understand the importance of stream buffers to our water quality. The GCA provides assistance to volunteers and professionals by coordinating those who work on these projects and providing lunches and assistance throughout the day.

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Besides protecting our precious water, it is extremely gratifying to know community volunteer leaders from the Goose Creek Association are providing valuable outreach to the schools and clubs for a true hands-on conservation opportunity that these students will never forget. The co-chairs for the Goose Creek Challenge this year were Dulany Morison and Marcia Woolman with a great deal of assistance from Eleanor Morison. Hopefully, it will heighten the students’ awareness of what it means to preserve the environment

from harm.

Over one weekend in April, 80 Loudoun County public school students, parents, and teachers planted approximately 625 trees and shrubs in a wonderful example of community spirit. Also during April, other schools came out as part of environmental science classes or to fulfill the educational requirement for every student to have a “Meaningful Outdoor Educational Experience,” including Highland School in Warrenton, both the Hill School and the Montessori school from Middleburg, and a hardworking group of older students from Middleburg Academy; all told, this group planted 600 trees in four hours.

The final planting was accomplished by a small group of Fauquier County students who planned to come with parents on another weekend. That brought the total to six planting projects in Loudoun and Fauquier counties. All were in the Goose Creek watershed. The total number of participants was 187 and included students, parents, teachers and Goose Creek Challenge volunteers. There were 2,470 trees planted along the creek and wetlands in an area covering 1.41 miles.

The Goose Creek Association provides guidance and lunches for all participants from funds donated by the community. Teaching by example, protecting our resources, and providing a day on a stream or in a wetland for students to really understand how everything in nature works together is a great way to show what a difference a community effort can make. ML

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MAGGIE'S FARM Story and photos by Wendy C. Kedzierski

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here’s an inconspicuous warehouse on the outskirts of Front Royal, Virginia, that houses 1,000 old doors. Paneled doors, pocket doors, painted doors. Barn doors, double doors, windowed doors and more. All are carefully labeled with dimensions, prices, and when possible, provenance.

“Doors are our bread and butter,” says Valentina Campbell.

Valentina and her husband, Patrick, own and operate Maggie’s Farm Architectural Old House Parts, a 9,200 square foot retail store that offers salvaged building materials and architectural elements including doors, windows, mantels, shutters, railings, ironwork, stained glass windows, cast iron bathtubs and sinks, light fixtures, hardware.

But the doors, says Valentina, “are our hottest ticket items.”

Valentina and Patrick source salvage from buildings slated for demolition, primarily houses, but also churches and other commercial buildings.

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involves time, patience and a certain amount of expertise. “Patrick’s amazing,” says Valentina. He figures out how to carefully remove and then maneuver large, unwieldy items out of their original homes and into the warehouse, where someone’s trash becomes another’s treasure.

“We feel strongly that these items do not need to be buried at a landfill or thrown on a burn pile.”

When the Campbells opened their business nine years ago, they began with what Valentina refers to as “blind naiveté.” “We don’t consider ourselves to be antique dealers,” she says. In fact, she recalls admitting to a customer who was asking about a particularly obscure item, “I have no idea what that is.” But both Patrick and Valentina did have a background in construction and a basic understanding of the concept of building. And both definitely have a passion for architecture.

Their customer base is diverse. There are preservation purists searching for just the right elements for a project: often architects and contractors who want appropriate period pieces for a restoration.

There are creative repurposers who transform once-utilitarian items into completely new functions including quirky art that adorns walls, sometimes ideas shared through Pinterest.

And then there are those who are somewhere in between. Maybe someone who is adding new construction to an old house and wants the look to be fluid. Or someone who likes the charm and nostalgia of old pieces even if their home is a relatively recent build: farmhouse sinks, antique newly wired lighting, rustic flooring, a feature wall created with old siding.

The warehouse is also a mecca for interior designers, photographers, crafters, and furniture and cabinetmakers.

“Lots of thinking outside the box here,” says Valentina, as she flips through a scrapbook of ideas.

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Valentina tries to learn as much about each piece acquired as she can. A pair of pocket doors leaning against the wall came from a convent in Woodstock. A fine exterior door and stained glass window are from a Victorian in Meyersdale, Pennsylvania. And that ornate mantle in the corner – while it was removed from a home in Cincinnati, Ohio, it is believed to have been hand carved in Germany and includes beer motifs of wheat and hops.

“We bought that from Jack,” recalls Valentina. “He got it from his grandfather who was a carpenter.” “Jack” had moved it seven times during the course of his marriage, and his wife didn’t want to move it again. “It’s amazing that it has never been painted.”

There are certain pieces that Valentina becomes especially fond of, and this mantle is one of those. “I remember crying as I watched a couple of other mantles walk out the door,” she says. Fortunately, she was able to see one of those—a 1700s beauty—after it was installed in its new old home. And that is particularly rewarding.

So who is Maggie—the moniker given to their business name, “Maggie’s Farm?” It’s actually not a specific person, rather a new way of life for Patrick and Valentina, as they are now self-employed. Bob Dylan fans may recognize the song: “I ain't gonna work on Maggie's farm no more; No, I ain't gonna work on Maggie's farm no more.

Well, I wake up in the morning, Fold my hands and pray for rain.

I got a head full of ideas, That are drivin' me insane.”

“It’s about not working for someone who doesn’t appreciate what you do,” explains Valentina. And although the work she and Patrick do is sometimes backbreaking and always exhausting, the rewards are great, and the gratification is theirs. ML Maggie’s Farm Architectural Old House Parts is located at 999-C Shenandoah Shores Road, Front Royal, Virginia. Visit online at www.oldhouseparts.net. Hours of operation are Thursday, 11 to 4; Friday through Monday, 10 to 6.

Page 34: The decorative detail of antique utilitarian pieces is not often seen in modern homes. Page 35, top: Patrick and Valentina Campbell source salvage from far and wide. Page 35, middle: The sprawling, 9,200-square foot warehouse in Front Royal is clean, well-organized and packed full of the essentials for old house restoration or creative re-purposing.

Page 35, bottom left: The business name, Maggie's Farm, may make sense to Bob Dylan fans. Page 35, bottom right: Salvaged hardware is methodically categorized and labeled.

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A picturesque and tranquil retreat nestled on 158+ acres in pristine Rappahannock County. 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 $1,845,000 potential provide an outdoor haven.

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Fenced pastureland and 2 stall barn are to the right of the drive that leads up to the Charming 3 bedroom, 3 ½ bath Williamsburg Colonial. Special features include first and second floor master suites, hardwood floors, 3 fireplaces and gracious entrance foyer. Sited high, the 20 area parcel enjoys spectacular western views to the Blue Ridge Mountains. Wonderful Orange County Hunt Territory, convenient to Middleburg, Marshall, The Plains, and I66 to Washington, D.C. $975,000

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ROKEBY REJOINS HISTORIC PROPERTY UNDER OAK SPRING GARDEN FOUNDATION Story and Photos by Callie Broaddus

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veryone loves a happy ending. And, in terms of real estate transactions, this is certainly that. In every other respect, however, this is more of a happy beginning.

The Oak Spring Garden Foundation’s acquisition of the 440-acre Rokeby estate is a rare story of estate reunification. Joining the

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existing 263 acres at Oak Spring Farm, Rachel “Bunny” Mellon’s historic garden complex is coming back together for the first time since her passing in 2014. The transaction took place in early December, 2017, made feasible by generous support from the Gerard B. Lambert Foundation and a price tag that had been reduced as the large tract sat on the market.

“Initially the property was well beyond our reach,” says Oak Spring Garden

Foundation President Sir Peter Crane, who came to the organization in 2016 with a vision for the future and an enviable job history. Prior to his move to Upperville, Crane served as dean of Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies, Director of the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew and Director at the Field Museum of Natural History in Rokeby | Page 39

Rokeby | From page 38 Chicago. To boil it down, he is no stranger to land management.

While the strategy for management of the initial Oak Spring Farm tract revolves around conserving the vast biodiversity on the property and restoring native ecosystems, Crane says the addition of the Rokeby property provides new opportunities. Crane hopes “to preserve the essential character and features of the landscape immediately adjacent to our current site,” and “to develop a broader vision of what sustainability means on a large tract of land.”

In addition to the ecological benefits that come along with having control of a larger landscape, the property conveys with important structural assets. Included on the Rokeby tract are eight barns and storage buildings, nine cottages and tenant houses, numerous greenhouses and gardens, and the Mellon’s famed mile-long airstrip. The property is under easement with the Virginia Outdoors Foundation, and an equine operation currently leases some of the pastures and barns.

Perhaps the most practically valuable structures to the foundation are the cottages, which provide the opportunity to house Oak Spring Garden Foundation staff, enabling them to be on hand in event of a weather emergency. The cottages also expand the foundation’s ability to house scholars and artists visiting Bunny Mellon’s storied collection of books, manuscripts, and objets d’art in the library on Oak Spring Farm.

One of those new Rokeby residents is the foundation’s recent hire: Head of Horticulture and Landscape Programs Andrew Jackson. In keeping with the foundation’s track record of hiring best-in-class talent, Jackson comes to his new post from the United Kingdom, where he spent the majority of his career at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, at Wakehurst Place. As Head of Wakehurst from 2003 to 2014, Jackson set and achieved new broad sustainability goals and established a program that engages with nearly 12,000 school children each year. During that time, Jackson had management of the Millennium Seed Bank, with the goal of conserving 25 percent of the world’s plant species by 2020. In recognition of his dedication to horticultural conservation, Jackson received the national honor of MBE (Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) in 2015.

In person, Jackson is warm and funny, with an ingrained modesty one might not expect from a scientist with such an impactful career. Since assuming his new post this February, Jackson has been getting up to speed on the story of the landscape, including the vision Mrs. Mellon had for the property when she called it home.

“I’m playing serious catchup,” says Jackson. “I’m being really helped by the librarians, who are going through the archive and are finding gardens’ specific landscape narratives, personal diary notes of hers, sketches from her, where she’ll say prune it this way; I want that view.

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Birds at Rokeby

By Zack Loehle, Oak Spring Garden Foundation

Rokeby | From page 39 “She writes quite poetically; she writes from the heart,” he adds. “So I’m feeling like she’s drawing me into her personality. In that regard, ultimately if I’m successful, and she’s persuasive in her language, I’ll see the landscape through her eyes. That’s what I’m trying to do.” Jackson adds with a laugh that Mellon’s handwriting is nice looking, but “terribly difficult to read!”

But it hasn’t all been about research since he arrived. In taking stock of the new assets on the Rokeby tract, Jackson and the foundation’s team have begun mapping out plans to utilize Mellon’s cutting garden and production greenhouses, a strategy which Jackson says will take time to get right, but will fit into the organization’s broader sustainability, education and science objectives.

“We are looking for the sweet spot where those missions overlap,” Jackson explains, “for example where we can develop science-based training while also putting conservation into action—such as learning how to germinate, grow and propagate locally or regionally rare native woodland or grassland plants and providing them for restoration projects on our own site and for other landowners regionally and locally.”

Part of that mission involves establishing an ecological baseline on both properties, a massive undertaking that was just completed on the original Oak Spring Farm tract and is now underway on the Rokeby side of the road. Ecological consultant Michael Gaige, who is performing the surveys, found an incredible wealth of forest biodiversity. According to his assessment, the wooded area on Oak Spring Farm supports more tree species than Yellowstone and Yosemite National Parks do combined.

“That is a staggering statistic,” says Jackson. “And down at the more local level some of these trees not only date back before 1607—before Virginia—but spent their ear-

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ly years growing in an open habitat, raising questions about the extent of forest versus grassland even at that early stage.”

The value of such an in-depth assessment even extends beyond ecology and into the realm of anthropology. “With the indispensable assistance of Dr. Carol Nash of James Madison University, [Gaige] was also able to establish a history of human occupation in the immediate area going back some 8,000 to 12,000 years,” Jackson says, adding that the “extensive evidence of occupation between about 5,000 to 2,500” contrasts with comparatively less evidence in the more recent pre-colonial era.

As Gaige begins to assess the Rokeby property this year, the foundation’s staff continues to shape their long-term strategy around management of the new land. Fortunately, Mellon’s idea of landscape management can be summed up in her own words* about her home at Oak Spring. “Nothing should stand out. It all should give you the feeling of calm.

When you go away, you should remember only the peace.” ML *This final quote comes from a June 1, 1969, article by Sarah Booth Conroy in the New York Times. Thank you to Tony Willis and Max Smith of OSGF, who helped unearth the article to find the quote in its entirety!

Page 38, top: The main house on the Rokeby property. Page 38, bottom: Bunny Mellon's cutting garden in full bloom. Page 39, top: A portion of the 440-acre Rokeby farm, as seen from above. Page 39, middle: OSGF's Andy Jackson and Max Smith in one of the newly acquired production greenhouses. Page 39, bottom: The air traffic control office sits beside the Mellons' mile-long airstrip. Page 40, left: Grasshopper Sparrows are a welcome sight at Rokeby; the species' population has dropped 75% since 1966. Page 40, right: A male bobolink sings at Rokeby. The U.S. Bobolink population has declined 65% since 1966.

All around the world, grasslands and prairies are the first habitats to be converted for large-scale agriculture. As a result, almost everywhere, grassland birds are declining.

Northern Virginia is no different and wild meadows and grasslands are critical for our indigenous birdlife. At Rokeby, the Oak Spring Garden Foundation is making bird conservation a priority, including rescheduling the cutting of hay and reducing routine mowing on some of the fields. These interventions are already having a positive effect on local bird life.

Some of the fields at Rokeby are still used for horse pasture. But by creating new un-mowed areas, an important goal is to provide habitat for declining grassland birds, such as the northern bobwhite, the grasshopper sparrow, the Eastern meadowlark and the bobolink. As their habitat disappears elsewhere, these key habitat patches become all the more important for sustaining populations of Virginia’s indigenous birds, creating the places they need to feed, breed and nest.

Male bobolinks, adorned in breeding plumage, are one of the highlights of early summer walks around Rokeby. Female bobolinks resemble a large brown sparrow, and for half of the year, males look similarly drab. But in the spring and summer the tans and browns of the winter male plumage give way to a striking black body with white back and yellow cap. Female bobolinks remain safely hidden amongst the grass while the males perform their mating display, fluttering over the fields with a flurry of high-pitched chirps. An initial bird survey is already underway at Rokeby in collaboration with Virginia Working Landscapes and will provide a baseline against which the success of future management changes can be judged. The overall goal is to meet Mrs. Mellon’s hopes for the land — “That its natural resources will continue to protect wildlife, wild flowers, birds, bees… and that in those in whose custody it be left will be selfless in this pursuit of caring.”

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GREAT GATSBY FOR A GREAT CAUSE

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The event successfully raised nearly $130,000 and one

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Photos: 1. Anne Pratt and Will Thomas. Photo by Gary Aspesi.

2. Cynthia Steele Vance and Mark Lowham. Photo by Jordan Koepke. 3. Bill Ballhaus and Darrin Mollett. Photo by Gary Aspesi. 4. Wendy and Robert Hughes. Photo by Jordan Koepke.

5. Kia Weatherspoon and Ronald McCray. Photo by Gary Aspesi.

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hundred percent benefits NVTRP. Proceeds primarily will be used to support “Build to Thrive,” NVTRP’s capital campaign to construct a new indoor riding arena and 20-stall barn at O’Shaughnessy Farm, its 17-acre farm in Clifton, VA. More than 200 guests dressed in Great Gatsby-era attire enjoyed live jazz, catered lunches provided in individual picnic baskets, a demonstration by the Warrenton Hunt, vintage cars and a surprise fly-by from a World War II-era plane.

Leading sponsors included Boeing, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty, Catherine Brentzel, Chantilly Air and St. Germain’s Catering.

Founded in 1980, NVTRP exists to help each individual realize their highest potential by providing equine-assisted activities to people with disabilities, youth-at-risk, recovering military personnel, and others in need, in an inclusive, community setting. ML Photos: 1. Vintage bi-plane flyover. Photo by Gary Aspesi.

2. Elway Hall complete with vintage cars, jazz band and delighted guests.

Photo by Jordan Koepke. 3. Michael Perez, Dana Rooney, Amy Little Thomas. Photo by Jordan Koepke. 4. Warrenton Hunt Demonstration at Elway Hall. Photo by Jordan Koepke. 5. Barry Dixon and Cathy Bentzel.

Photo by Jordan Koepke. 6. Elway Hall. Photo by Jordan Koepke.

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In doing so, such important Trinity outreach programs as English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, meals for

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So Others Might Eat (SOME) in Washington, D.C., groceries for struggling neighbors, and basic material and spiritual support to those in need near and around the world are just some of the direct beneficiaries of this wonderful culmination of a year of preparation.

Thanks go out to Chair Kat Gemmer and all those who contributed their support to making this year’s tour so enjoyable. ML

Photos: 1. An inside look at the beautiful stable at Fox View Farm owned by Joe and Laura Cramer. 2. Stable at Oak Spring Farm. 3. Belle Grey Farm. 4. Atoka Farm. 5. George Kingsley with Metaphor at Oak Spring Farm.

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2. Stalls were renovated into accommodations for scholars, artists and educators for the Oak Spring Garden Foundation.

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Land Trust of Virginia's 20th Annual Garden Party TO SAVE VIRGINIA'S COUNTRYSIDE Story and photos by Elaine Anne Watt

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1 “Peace and Plenty” at Bollingbrook provided the scenic setting for the Land Trust of Virginia’s major fundraiser, the 20th Annual Garden Party to Save Virginia’s Countryside. Rose Marie Bogley graciously shared her home and garden with over 350 guests who delighted in opening their hearts and wallets in support of LTV’s programs to preserve properties of historic, scenic or ecological importance.

Sally Price, Executive Director of the LTV and Chairman Chris Dematatis were pleased to honor Jacqueline Mars as the Conservationist of the Year and for Leadership and Lifetime Achievement.

Mike Smith was named Landowner of the Year after placing 350 acres of his historic property, Atoka Farm, into conservation easement this past year.

Catherine Tucker of Hanover County was named Steward of the Year.

Many of our area’s finest artists were on hand to paint pieces as part of the “Painting for Preservation” portion of the event. Patrons were able to bid on and take home beautiful artworks depicting numerous prospects from around the property.

A huge thank you to all who participated and made this wonderful event such a success! ML Photos: 1. Artist Misia Broadhead painting her view of the stunning pool. 2. Linda and Tom Neel, Mary Anne Withers, Donna Rodgers and Ann Ma. 3.Tom Jeffrey, Randolph Williams, Priscilla Knight and Rod Brown enjoying the event. 4. Howard Armfield, Hostess Rose Marie Bogley, Tom Neel and Gloria Armfield.

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Hard to miss, with its antique furniture and architectural salvage lining the wraparound porch, the old home that was built in 1879 by the Luckett family holds a wealth of dealers’ treasures waiting to be discovered upon each visit. If beauty is found in the eye of the buyer, then there’s also plenty of it to be found in the neighboring Design House, a jewel of the Lucketts Store business, which is now 22 years old. The first weekend each month, visitors are invited to shop its design showcase of jaw-dropping seasonal displays for the home, curated by store owner Suzanne Eblen and business partner, Amy Whyte.

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shop grounds. She also leads scheduled Amy Howard Paint workshops, such as how to paint kitchen cabinets, through the Studio at Lucketts. (That’s right. I just mentioned three different Amys.)

In conjunction with the Design House schedule, the Lucketts Store property hosts a monthly outdoor Vintage Flea, made up of mostly local vendors, and held every first weekend from April to the popular holiday market in November. On a much larger scale, there’s the annual Lucketts Spring Market, which just had its 19th year May 18-20. This was the market’s second year at Clarke County Fairgrounds in Berryville, Virginia. Visitors traveled far and wide to experience the best vintage hip vendors on the East Coast, local food truck flavors, and echoes of live music from the amphitheater, where love was quite literally in the air, with giant and colorful Big Love Ball inflatables being tossed around the fairgrounds all weekend to send

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a message and keep with the Lucketts Spring Market theme: LOVE. “The move to Berryville last year was very well received. There’s been nothing but positive feedback, including on social media,” says Lucketts Store manager Lisa Aktug.

The space provides ample parking and a great mix of indoor and outdoor setup options for the now over 200 vendors and estimated 10,000 visitors for the weekend.

Folks, if you’ve never been to this event, but love finding antiques, painted furniture, all things eclectic, cool, vintage and handmade, then this is your shopper’s paradise.

The weather takes a backseat, and energy runs high, creating community camaraderie in all the excitement of just being there. This is not your antiquing experience of yesteryear, though the thrill of the hunt is contagious in its own right.

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Lucketts | From page 51 of dealers, designers and talented artisans gathered in one place, and there’s nothing quite like it in our area. The vision was realized by Eblen and Whyte when they set out to create a vibe like the store, only much bigger!

The large loyal following proves it.

A VIP Early Buyer ticket for the die-hard fan would get you access to all three days, including special hours on Friday morning before the general admission. By Saturday, not even the mud and the muck could keep the shoppers away, as it was a royally good day for waking up early to catch the long anticipated wedding in Windsor, then pulling on some British wellies to set out on the hunt.

Little red wagons available for rent were rolling by hauling fresh flowers, deals and finds galore, and the market’s pink T-shirt crew was busy loading furniture purchases for the lucky spenders.

Hopping over puddles and feeling like a true American picker, I moved through the grounds with a little guidance from Riedel’s beautifully hand-drawn map and field guide.

Rows of white tents were artfully staged to invite customers in for browsing, and the airy buildings and barns were a treat for the eyes with all the “Best in Show” on display. In the Horticulture Building, there were meet-andgreet events with Robert and Mike, the guys of DIY Network’s show “Salvage Dawgs” from Black Dog Salvage of Roanoke, Virginia. Just a stone’s throw over, a local Lucketts Store dealer, Vintage Remedy, came with all the lovely and never boring turquoise dressers and bureaus.

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style distressed furniture was more charming than the last from Tuscany Designs, visiting from downtown Frederick, Maryland.

Crossing over the grove, I found all the rustic doors, signage, and dough bowls stacked and propped in a picker’s dream from Pittsburgh’s East End Trading Company, which also sells in Lucketts Store. Not far from there, Rachael Kinsey Designs of Wilmington, North Carolina, was set up with handmade and customizable jewelry, even offering an on-site DIY Bar including her signature crystals, baubles and charms. Rachael was there to help design the pieces, then create them while customers finished up their shopping!

The cottage chic touches of Vintage Farmhouse Interiors in Nashville, Tennessee, were definite showstoppers in the Main Show Barn, while over in the Beef Barn, local and online vintage paper shop, Jubilee Flea, was selling sketched pages from an old dress pattern book, exactly as you’d imagine from your grandmother’s McCall’s collection, but suitable for framing. On the nearby lawn, Garden Gatherings, another Lucketts Store resident, displayed an amazing Succulent Station where each day they helped design succulent planters for those joining in their workshops to create a truly green work of art ready to take home.

Break times were made easy for shoppers at the Vanish Brewery Beer & Wine Garden, and hot, made-from-scratch organic donuts were the perfect snack from the Carpe Donut food truck, a longtime favorite of visitors to Lucketts Store’s monthly flea. Children enjoyed seeing farm animals up close with Young Macdonald’s Farm, and Leesburg’s

Hogback Mountain Pony Rides was there with “Clyde the Unicorn” spreading magic across the fairgrounds.

“What started as a simple market has grown into a true festival atmosphere over the years, providing fun for the whole family,” says Aktug.

After indulging in the comforts of an oldschool Ruritan club meal, I left with a barbeque stain on my white T-shirt and a happy heart. This country-raised girl often misses Mayberry, so the familiar scent of a dusty, hay-filled barn, the bluegrass reminiscent and impromptu tunes of a fiddle, all the way down to the bag of kettle corn for the ride home was just the ticket I needed to feel right at home. Whether it’s rain boots or SPF to be worn next year, you can bet I’ll be counting down the days until Lucketts Spring Market 2019. Until then, stop by The Old Lucketts Store at 42350 Lucketts Road in Leesburg, visit www.luckettstore.com, and follow them on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with all things “vintage hip” and other upcoming events you’re sure to LOVE. ML

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Moving Beyond Expectations at ability fitness

By Beth Rasin

At this unique g ym, disabled members develop fitness alongside essential friendships.

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oga mats, treadmills and bikes, weights, benches and mirrors.

At first glance, Ability Fitness looks like a smaller, homier version of your average gym, but much more is going on here.

In the single-story rancher on Paxton Campus in Leesburg, clinical director Helen Parker, PT, DPT, NCS, arrives each morning to the realization of a dream she had a decade ago, a dream to finish the work she starts with each of her patients dealing with disabilities and neurological conditions.

“As an outpatient therapist, I often had to discharge my patients before I wanted,” says Parker, whose patients would lose treatment when insurance stopped paying for physical therapy.

“Who knows where they could have gotten if they’d had the opportunity to work longer?”

At Ability Fitness, patients can continue to work in fitness programs customized to their needs, whether regaining strength and movement or simply experiencing the benefits of regular exercise that becomes hard to achieve in the face of certain disabilities.

“I have a client who has a C5 quadriplegic injury who was discharged from outpatient therapy [by his insurance], who is working out here 16 to 20 hours a week,” Parker says. “He’s making amazing changes. He started working on walking in November with three people assisting him at his legs and trunk. Last Friday he was able to take seven independent steps!”

Not every moment is as momentous as first steps, but the work of improving health— lowering blood pressure, improving bone density and circulation, preventing atrophy—still takes place every hour of the day for those who’ve suffered from strokes, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain or spinal cord injuries, or other balance or

developmental disabilities.

On a treadmill, a patient is strapped into a harness to bear some of his weight and help with balance, while Parker encourages him to take larger strides. The machine analyzes his gait, beeping when he takes a large enough step. “Come on, bigger Bill, super big, bigger,” says Parker.

During the day’s busiest hours, usually between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., someone will be working on every piece of equipment, including a standing frame/glider, which gives a client weight-bearing practice and works on range of motion. The FES (functional electronic stimulation) bike is one of the most-used machines, timing contractions with pads on every muscle group to fire them. “Any neuro diagnosis needs mass practice, and this machine is a powerful tool,” Parker says.

But the benefits of Ability Fitness go far beyond the essential coaching and machines. Members develop a sense of community, attending things like Christmas Eve services together or barbequing on the back porch of the facility.

For a young client who has spent 10 years with a traumatic brain injury, the group shared his birthday. “This is his peer group, his friends,” says Parker, of Centreville, Virginia. “That’s what we’re trying to create for people. People here get it. They’re all in the same boat, struggling every day. It’s corny to call it a family atmosphere, but that’s what it is. It’s what we’re creating: a community.

A PLACE WHERE YOU FIT IN The story of Ability Fitness begins seven years ago, on the first weekend in May, when Freddie Hetzel was golfing at a country club in Leesburg. An accident with the golf cart left him in a pond with a broken neck, the cart on top of him. Fortunately, someone at a Kentucky Derby party in the club saw the incident and retrieved him from the water. He was flown to a hospital in Fairfax, Virginia, and eventually was sent to the Shepherd Center in Atlanta for rehabilitation.

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Fitness | From page 55 joystick,” he says. “When I was discharged, I was completely terrified.”

Friends and family rallied to renovate his house so he could access his bedroom, but within six months of his homecoming, unable to exercise, he suffered a pulmonary embolism.

“I realized I needed to get more rehab, so I moved to Louisville [Kentucky] and lived in a hotel, which as a C4 quadriplegic with use of the biceps in my arms and nothing else, was not easy,” he says.

After four months, he’d regained no further movement, and he returned to Leesburg to his wife and two children. “I had given it a good shot, but I wasn’t going to get any more movement,” he says.

Back in Leesburg, he hired a driver to take him to Kennedy Krieger in Baltimore three times a week for outpatient work.

During this time Hetzel, who works parttime for Stanley Martin Homes, met up with Rob Wall, who had broken his neck in a diving accident in 2007. Wall had started a charity to help disabled people called Care Code, and he was comfortable handing over the reins, which helped start Ability Fitness.

It took almost five years to raise more than $400,000 and start working with the Paxton Campus, which allowed them to renovate the building and use it as a gym. Through the INOVA Health System, they met Parker, who had dreamt of running such a facility, and the plan was born. In January 2018 the doors finally opened.

For Parker, Hetzel and the rest of the team, however, the work is far from done.

“We have a lot of specialized equipment, and the greater the specialty, the greater the expense,” says Hetzel, who cites $42,000 for the exercise bike.

And even beyond the space and equipment requirements—and the dream to someday move to a larger facility with a pool as well—one of the greatest needs is for scholarships. “We’re such a wealthy area that people who have the means were doing home programs and buying specialty equipment, but the ones who don't have the resources are really suffering,” says Hetzel. “Now we need to push for scholarships. We don’t want to have to turn anyone away. Especially because when you’re disabled, you’re often unable to work.

We currently have the funds to provide three scholarships per month and would love to be able to provide more. We are very proud of that aspect of the center.”

Parker is looking to hire another therapist, and they have a wish list of equipment, all of which relies on donations. A golf fundraiser in May, for instance, raised enough to purchase another FES bike, and Hetzel continues to be impressed by the generosity of the community.

“No one ever wakes up thinking their life is going to be flipped upside down, but when it happens, it happens,” he says. “It puts a lot

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not just on you but everyone around you. It’s a family experience. I’m deeply appreciative of everything everyone in the community is doing to help.”

He cites Parker as one of their best resources (“She’s a rock star,” he says), and the other is that camaraderie and community.

“When you become disabled, you become isolated,” says Hetzel, who is now divorced.

“Friends don’t know how to react, what to do.

They inevitably stop hanging out with you as much as before. You get isolated, and with isolation comes depression. So being surrounded by others going through the same struggle—it’s a wonderful feeling. It’s comforting to have an environment where you can go and fit in. Everywhere else you go you stand out—you’re going into a restaurant, and everyone has to clear out to make room for your wheelchair. At Ability Fitness, you’re the rule, not the exception.”

Hetzel takes pride in the progress of a Woodbridge, Virginia, man, who drives 50 miles each way to exercise at Ability Fitness.

He’s the same patient who inspired Parker with his recent breakthrough in taking a few steps. “He’s our poster child, exactly what I’m hoping for,” says Hetzel. “It will mean we’re leaving the disabled world a little better place than we found it.”

If you wish to learn more about Ability

Fitness or support their efforts, please visit abilityfitnesscenter.org. ML Page 55, top: Aurora works out with Helen Parker at the Ability Fitness Center in Leesburg. Photo courtesy of Ability Fitness Center. Page 55, bottom: Eric uses the Ability Fitness Center’s FES bike. Photo courtesy of Ability Fitness Center. Page 56, top left: Taylor sets up to work on the Lite Gait treadmill at Ability Fitness. Photo courtesy of Ability Fitness Center. Page 56, top right: Mike makes use of the glider at Ability Fitness. Photo courtesy of Ability Fitness Center. Page 56, bottom: Helen Parker assists Christine on the FES bike at Ability Fitness.

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Virginia Vine Gala At Stone Tower Benefits V Foundation FOR CANCER RESEARCH Funds Raised to Support Pediatric Cancer Research in Virginia and Nationwide Story by Elaine Anne Watt

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he fourth annual Virginia Vine gala held at Stone Tower Winery on April 28th proved to be an exceptional evening for both those present and those that

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will benefit from their cutting-edge research.

As Susan Braun, CEO of the V Foundation, said so eloquently: “Our job is to put ourselves out of business in the next 20 years.”

She is particularly excited not only about the rising survival rates for all kinds of cancers, but the additional focus on helping survivors live their best life with the lingering challenges that many face.

Joe Theismann hosted the event, and Stephanie McMahon, WWE Chairman,

co-founder of Connor’s Cure and recipient of the Spirit of Jimmy V Award at the event, was the featured speaker. This award honors “inspirational individuals using their voice to raise awareness and funding for cancer research,” states the Foundation.

The V Foundation was founded in 1993 by the late Jimmy Valvano, legendary basketball coach at North Carolina State University and an ESPN commentator, and Research | Page 59

Research | From page 58 ESPN. Joe Theismann has been there from the beginning, and he still carries a speech by Valvano in his pocket wherever he goes as both a reminder of the man and of the mission to defeat cancer in our lifetime. “He was such a great person, one of the most benevolent persons in my whole life,” said Theismann.

“I think of the song, ‘Live Like You Were Dying’ by Tim McGraw. Would you live it differently? Cancer affects your life in a total way, in your relationships, your job, everything,” said Theismann. “I have to do everything I can to encourage people to get this job done.”

The event raised over $475,000 towards the goal of Victory Over Cancer®. ML For more information about the V Foundation and Virginia Vine, please visit www.jimmyv.org.

Page 58, top left: Susan Braun, CEO of the V Foundation presents Stephanie McMahon the Spirit of Jimmy V Award. Photo courtesy of Sweet Caroline Photography.

Page 58, top right: Emily Miller, with a heart of gold, makes new friends wherever she goes. Photo by Elaine Anne Watt. Page 58, bottom left: Mike and Kristi Huber of Stone Tower Winery. Photo courtesy of Sweet Caroline Photography. Page 58, bottom right: George Bodenheimer and Joe Theismann. Photo courtesy of Sweet Caroline Photography.

Emily Miller of Goodstone Inn & Restaurant was invited to attend the Virginia Vine event supporting the V Foundation as the guest of Beth Erikson, President and CEO of Visit Loudoun and on the board that organized this event in our community. Her story of that evening will touch your hearts: I was sitting at my desk at work on Saturday morning of the Virginia Vine event thinking about how I don't really have a story and how blessed I am for that when my cell phone rang and it was my friend and neighbor Jo Ann Hazard (Middleburg lifelong resident). I answered the phone and said, "Hi Jo Ann!" She replied, "Emily, how's Hazel?"

I asked, "Who is Hazel?" Jo Ann then proceeded to tell me that she had dialed the wrong number. That she, in fact, was trying to reach her niece whose name is also Emily, and whose daughter was born in Janu-

ary with an extremely rare form of cancer called Rhabdomyosarcoma.

She had just had her first round of chemo (at 3 months old) and Jo Ann was checking to see how she was doing. Wow, I thought. I consider Jo Ann and I close friends and I had no idea. I mentioned to her the Virginia Vine event that I was attending that evening. We both agreed that God works in mysterious ways. I printed and carried baby Hazel's story with me all evening. Baby Hazel's family is trying to raise funds for treatment through a program called Meal Train.

Amazingly enough, there were two hospitals present, UVA whose representative spoke about the progress made in pancreatic cancer and VCU, whose representative, shockingly, spoke of baby Hazel's cancer, Rhabdomyosarcoma, and how through theirs and others dedicated research, the survival rate has increased from 50% to 75%.

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ON LOUDOUN'S NEW TIPPED COW CREAMERY Story and photos by Chelsea Rose Moore

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rian Jenkins has always loved to eat.

He learned to perfect his barbeque game in college by smoking meats and serving them to friends. Today, he operates Monk’s BBQ—which many have called Loudoun’s best barbeque joint—and serves up smoked meats to customers in search of an authentic barbeque experience. And he’s stepped things up by opening Tipped Cow Creamery, an ice cream shop, next door in Purcellville, Virginia.

He has enjoyed creating a one-stop shop of sorts, and he loves watching customers grab barbeque and then head next door for ice cream. Next on his mind is a distillery, which will also be inside the same building— but won’t open for at least a year.

“There’s a togetherness you feel with people when you eat,” he said. “You’re having beers, you’re talking. [At Monk’s], the word ‘community’ comes out quite a bit. It’s become more than a restaurant: It’s a community gathering place.”

Jenkins received a marketing degree from James Madison University. After graduating, he took a job at Visit Loudoun, where he worked for 13 years. He started in the stock room and worked his way up to director of research, running demographic profiles on visitors in Loudoun to track what they were spending and where they were visiting.

During his 10th year at Visit Loudoun, he met the Corcorans (the owners of Corcoran Vineyards and Cidery and Corcoran Brewing), as their daughters played on the same soccer team. One day, he sent their daughter home with some barbeque he’d made for his family. Shortly after, he received a call from Jim Corcoran asking if he wanted to sell his barbeque at the winery.

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For three years, the Jenkins family cooked barbeque on the weekends for Corcoran visitors.

They sold it in all kinds of weather, from snow and high winds to warm summer days. And pretty soon, they built a following. They had a write-up in the Washington Post and won Best Food Truck at WTOP-FM, even though he didn’t actually have a food truck. (“It was a smoker with a barbeque stand,” said Jenkins.)

But Jenkins realized something had to change.

“The passion for this started to take over,” he said.

After a few successful years of the barbeque stand, he knew he needed to give it more of his time. But he also knew it meant letting go of something else he loved: Visit Loudoun.

He walked into his boss’s office and broke down.

He loved the team and culture at Visit Loudoun, but his heart was pulling him towards barbeque. He knew he needed to step out in faith and pursue his passion.

His decision turned out to be worthwhile.

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Tipped | From page 60 which fluctuate among barbeque lasagna, brisket meatballs, brisket stroganoff and a Mexican-barbeque fusion.

“With all of our menu items, there is an element of going the extra mile and making sure it’s different from what other people are doing,” Jenkins said. “Everything here is from scratch. It takes longer to do, but it’s worth it.”

The proof of this is not only in the taste of the food, but in the fact that they don’t own a freezer. The meats are smoked overnight and served the next day. When they run out, that’s it until the next day.

The parking lot is regularly filled with license plates from Washington, D.C., New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Monk’s BBQ doesn’t just attract local residents: It attracts everyone in search of really good food.

With no desire to open another Monk’s location, Jenkins started asking himself some questions. “What can we do that complements it [barbeque]? What other genre of food are people passionate about?” His questions led him to frozen dessert. “Gelato comes and goes. Frozen yogurt comes and goes,” he said. But, ice cream? It’s classic.

He and his wife Kirsten attended a twoday ice cream class outside of Orlando called Mystic Ice Cream’s Bootcamp, led by ice

cream guru Tie Dye Jeff. With newfound knowledge and confidence from the class, they came home and got straight to work on bringing Tipped Cow Creamery to life.

Just like at Monk’s, Jenkins and his team made all the countertops, tables, and benches.

The building that houses the two restaurants was formerly an apple packing warehouse and is 98 years old—and Jenkins’ team is restoring it in the process. “I like having my hands in it.

If something breaks, I know where to go to fix it,” he said.

Tipped Cow offers 16 flavors, five of which will rotate seasonally. They’re working on new flavors to roll out later in summer, including sweet corn and Thai iced tea. The current lineup offers the usual flavors—vanilla, mint chocolate chip, cookies and cream—and experiments with unusual flavors, like lucky charms and green tea.

Jenkins lists his favorite flavors on the menu: the butter brickle, Luxardo cherry and the carrot cake. As a huge fan of carrot cake, I can’t remember ever trying carrot cake ice cream before, and I have to give it a taste. I take a bite, and my taste buds explode. With raisins and bits of shaved carrots, it’s creamy and thick, like some of the best carrot cake I’ve had.

And I know in that first bite: Just as Monk’s is my go-to spot for really good barbeque,

Tipped Cow is going to be my go-to spot for really good ice cream. My hat is off to Brian and his team on another job well done. ML Tipped Cow Creamery is located at 251 N. 21st St, Purcellville. They are open from Tuesday – Thursday, from 12pm to 9pm; Friday and Saturday from 12pm – 10pm; Sunday from 12pm – 9pm; and are closed on Mondays.

For more details and list of ice cream flavors, visit tippedcowcreamery.com.

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Middleburg Concert Series Presents Master Classics Encore

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fter receiving an enthusiastic standing ovation last June, Brian Ganz, (piano), Tatiana Kotcherguina (viola), and Algimantas Staskevicius (violin) will return to the Middleburg Concert Series as guest artists for the June 2018 concert. They will be joined by Charlene Romano (flute), Marjory Serrano (violin) and MCS Musicians in Residence Alan Saucedo and Cynthia Saucedo. The feature concert and reception, sponsored by Middleburg Bank, will be on Sunday, June 24th at 4 p.m. at the Middleburg United Methodist Church.

The June concert will also be the finale and feature concert of the Middleburg Chamber Music Festival, at which these same virtuoso musicians will teach students who travel to Middleburg for master classes with them.

The Middleburg Chamber Music Festival is a joint undertaking of the Middleburg Concert Series and the Community Music School of the Piedmont. Classes during the Festival will be held at the Hill School from June 18thJune 24th with student recitals performed on Friday, June 22nd at 7 p.m. at Buchanan Hall

and Sunday, June 24th at 11 a.m. at Hill School.

Brian Ganz is a leading pianist of his generation with a long list of awards that includes First Grand Prize of Marguerite LongJacques Thibaud International Piano Competition in Paris. A graduate of the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University, he has appeared as soloist with numerous symphonies and is a faculty member of St Mary’s College. Lithuanian born Algimantus Staskevicius was previously principal second violinist with Filarmonica del Bajio in Mexico. He is currently a member of the Arkansas Symphony. Also with the Arkansas Symphony, Tatiana Kotcherguina began her violin studies in Moscow, Russia where she studied at the Tchaikovsky Conservatory and was principal violinist for the

Moscow Chamber Orchestra and the Experimental Moscow Opera Theater. Marjory Serrano began her violin studies in her native Venezuela. She has been principal second violinist with the Loudoun Symphony since 2003 and holds a DMA in violin performance. Charlene Romano is Adjunct Assistant Professor for Music Theory at Shenandoah University where she has directed the flute choir. She has previously performed with the Sacramento Ballet Orchestra and the San Francisco Concerto Orchestra.

Admission to the concert and reception is free. Donations are welcome. Students wishing to enroll in the master classes can contact www.piedmontmusic.org, www.middleburgconcertseries.com or call 540-303-7127. ML

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“TOUCHING THE DRAGON” & IGNITING HOPE Story and photos by Elaine Anne Watt s a Naval Special Warfare Operator, James “Jimmy” Hatch faced innumerable combat situations in Iraq, Bosnia, Africa and lastly Afghanistan, but his greatest challenge came after he was severely wounded as part of his SEAL Team’s attempt to rescue Pvt. Bowe Bergdahl, a rogue soldier who was captured by Al Qaida and Taliban militants after deserting his post.

tame them, and to accept that it is an ongoing process that is never really over. Just as excelling at war takes tools, mental health requires constant vigilance and effort equivalent to the physical training our bodies need to remain in optimum condition. And, it can’t be done alone.

We begin to understand Hatch’s story in the pages of the introduction where he first describes what being a part of an elite special operations team was like:

would be “not being there in the moment to take care of your crew.”

Then came the fateful Bergdahl rescue mission where his life was saved first by his beloved canine partner, Remco, and then by his dogged crewmembers who managed to stabilize his mangled leg long enough to get him a helo out of the firefight and on to a long tortuous physical and mental recovery.

The depths of his despair, the anguish of mind and body, “the front-row seat to the

The eloquence with which Hatch describes the ordeal of losing his identity as a man of action and purpose, no longer a part of the only group where he felt he belonged and had value, and strangely enough, the place where he felt the most peace, in his autobiographical book, “Touching the Dragon,” is deeply moving. It’s a work of heroic proportions for his honesty in addressing the battles faced by many of our warriors when they return to a society that has become alien to them.

Co-written with his friend Christian D’Andrea, this book powerfully peels back the layers of Hatch’s psyche to help others recognize that it takes courage to ask for the help needed to confront one’s demons and

“We were good at what we did. Surrounded by a lot of violence, we experienced clean, shining edges of time, where skill, brotherhood, trust, and purpose all melded into something that I can only describe with the word ‘pure.’”

At an intimate gathering the week of the book’s launch in mid-May, Hatch spoke of the effect of his early life experiences making him “very familiar with violence and instilling a strong desire [in him] to punish people who were violent and bad to innocent people.”

Over time, that mindset helped him be most effective “in spite of the extremities and alienation of war,” not only to be able to perform his missions, but to be at peace in the midst of gunfights where the only failure

human spirit” that he could see in “rare moments of clarity” as his team of healthcare professionals, his wife and friends fought to protect him from suicidal ideations to once again feel that he had value and a reason for living, resonates with each page.

“I couldn’t have done this [book] with anyone else but Christian,” said Hatch at the aforementioned reception. “When you find someone who works harder than you, then you better hang onto them; that’s Christian.

He wouldn’t let me out for food until we’d gotten through whatever part of the story we were working on.”

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Dragon | From page 64 ing the book was, Hatch said simply and sincerely, “only all of it.” He was most pleased that so far the questions he’s received from journalists and others have been about the mental health issues instead of the exploits of combat. As he stated in the book: “Killing is ugly. And because it is, I have a serious problem with the glorification of violence. With the elevation of macho bullshit. And with the video-game-ification of war.”

What he most hoped to be asked about was whether he believes that we can improve the transparency needed to address mental health in this country. His answer was a resounding, “yes.”

“Only through taking care of each other, loving each other—and you can find many specific examples of this in faiths around the world—will we get there,” he said.

Appropriately, the last question asked by guests at the reception was whether Hatch believes our country is still worth defending when so many people seem disassociated from what we are doing in the world.

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Hatch and D’Andrea expressed their hope that “Touching the Dragon” will encourage everyone who may be suffering despair or trauma to break their silence, in a society where they should not fear repercussions or judgments, and ask for the help they need and be receptive to the healing power of love. ML “Touching the Dragon and other Techniques for Surviving Life’s Wars,” by James Hatch and Christian D’Andrea, Alfred A. Knopf, Publisher. Hatch founded Spike’s K-9 Fund, a charitable organization, to honor and protect working K-9s. For more information see www.spikesk9fund.org or call 757-406-8614.

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Jamie of The Crooked Angels kept the mood upbeat as we strolled amongst the treasury of items. Although we couldn’t include every artist that participated, it was a talented crew with a wide variety of skills and styles. If you missed it, keep your eye out for the next event. You won’t be disappointed! ML

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“The Year of the Hound” Showcasing the Foxhunts of Virginia Photos by Joanne Maisano

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spearhead the project and assure the broad participation of both artists and hunts.

“The Year of the Hound” show will be available to visitors every Saturday and Sunday through June 26 from noon until 5 p.m. Whether you are a novice or enthusiast of equine sport, a lover of art or just curious about a new genre, this is an exhibit not to be missed. ML

Photos: 1. Marion Maggiola has been involved with the Museum of Hounds and Hunting for numerous years in addition to owning Horse Country Saddlery in Warrenton. She stands with artists Booth Malone and Rev. Michael Tang. 2. Kim Ginn excited about her purchase seen here with the artist of the painting, Linda Volrath. 3. Chairman of the Board of MHHNA Mrs. Nancy Bedford with a room full of patrons and artists at the reception for the exhibit, Year of the Hound. 4.

Artist Christine Cancelli. 5. Oil on Canvas of Middlebrook Hounds by Sally Moren.

AMERICAN ROOTS REVIVAL

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ark your calendars! American Roots Revival (formerly American Roots Revue) is returning for a second season of performances at historic Buchanan Hall in Upperville, Virginia. This is welcome news to the hundreds of fans who were present for last year’s sold-out performances.

Following on that success, Amy Potter (From the Earth Creative) is again producing the series. She and husband Jamie Potter (The Crooked Angels) will perform at the opening party as well as at the final performance. Potter describes herself as “a creative—I create things, lots of things. I arrange flowers; I design parties and special events; I write songs, and I produce concerts. Being creative isn’t simple—it’s magical.”

Each of the four performances will have a different theme: alt-country, Americana, blues and

folk. According to Potter, the series has been designed to showcase “predominantly female songwriters and performers—women who rock the roots.” Potter is pleased that this year’s series will include “locally sourced opening acts. In fact, many of the bands this year are local, too.”

American Roots Revival is again sponsored by Slater Run Vineyards.

Kiernan and Chris Patusky, owners of Slater Run Vineyards, said that they “are thrilled to support again this fun and important roots concert series in historic Buchanan Hall. We want to thank Amy Potter for using her exceptional talents and energies to bring this to the community.”

“As musicians, Jamie and I fell in love with Buchanan Hall when we looked at it 10 years ago for our wedding,” said Amy. “I immediately said, ‘This stage needs music.’ I joined the board the following year and have been involved in bringing music to the Hall ever since.”

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several years ago, but she says her love of Buchanan Hall and passion for American Roots music are stronger than ever. ML Performances are as follows: July 15 - FOLK THE FLY BIRDS with Jiamie Pyles September 23 - BLUES PATTY REESE with Bess Putnam October 21 - ALT-COUNTRY JANET EMMA AND SEVEN WEST with Sally Mae Foster November 11 - AMERICANA THE CROOKED ANGELS with the Butcher’s Family Band For additional information and to purchase tickets, go to www.americanrootsrevival.com or www.buchananhall.com. VIP series tickets are $100/ person. Individual tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Buchanan Hall is located at 8549 John S Mosby Highway, Upperville, VA 20184.

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A detail showing butterflies and a grasshopper from the very intricate watercolor, “Praying Grasses,” by Trish Grove. Photo by Richard Hooper.

6/1 – 7/22

A Sporting Vision: The Paul Mellon Collection of British Sporting Art from the VMFA at the National Sporting Library & Museum: This traveling exhibition organized by the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) with representative masterpieces of the genre celebrates Paul Mellon’s gift of British sporting art to the VMFA. Price: Adults $10; Seniors $8; Youth $8; Children Free; Members Free.

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Upper ville C olt & Horse Show: In the shade of the majestic oaks near the village of Upperville, join us for the 165th anniversary of the oldest horse show in America. The nation’s top-ranking hunters and jumpers will compete alongside local ponies, sidesaddle ladies and racing Jack Russell Terriers. General admission is $10 per person each day, including Grand Prix Sunday (free on Monday). Visit www.upperville.com for details.

6/6

McLain Ward Olympic Sessions Clinic Series (5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.): We are debuting our Olympic Gold Medalists equestrian clinic series this year, hosted by Rutledge Farm in Middleburg.

A one-of-a-kind opportunity to train with some of the world's most elite high-performance riders, Olympic Champion McLain Ward will teach a super-exclusive, one-hour clinic, for only 4 riders and 30 auditors. To register, visit OlympicSessions.com.

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6/8

The Myth and Mystery of the “Vanderbilt Coach” at the National Sporting Library & Museum (6 p.m.

– 7:30 p.m.): Learn about NSLM’s early 20th century silver coach and four through letters, photos and newspaper clippings spanning the last 100 years. Claudia Pfeiffer, the George L. Ohrstrom, Jr. Curator of Art, will give guests a peek into the drama and personalities of Gilded Age coaching. $5 admission, free to NSLM members. To RSVP contact Anne Marie Barnes, 540-687-6542 x25 or abarnes@nationalsporting.org.

6/8

Georges Mill Barn Dance (7 p.m.

– 11 p.m.): Join us for the kickoff of our 2018 Loudoun Barnstormers barn dance series! These dances will be held at a different venue each month, and proceeds will go towards sustaining the dance series and promoting and protecting Loudoun's rural heritage. This first dance will be held in the beautiful bank barn at Georges Mill Farm and is for adults 21 and over. For details and tickets, visit loudounbarnstormers. org/barn-dance-series.

6/9, 16, 23, 30

Twilight Polo at Great Meadow (5:30 p.m. – 11 p.m.): Twilight Polo celebrates its silver anniversary in 2018! Join us at Greenhill Stadium on Saturday nights for Twilight Polo at Great Meadow! We will have three polo matches, halftime games,

and wine for sale from Greenhill Winery & Vineyards. The evening will conclude with dancing in the pavilion after the matches. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Details and tickets at greatmeadow.org/twilight-polo.

6/9

“Fabulous Frontier” Art Entertainment & Runway Show at The Dairy Barn Gallery (5 p.m. – 11 p.m.): Presented by Seeking Stars Art, meet local and international artists & designers, witness a full art immersion runway show with talented models from three surrounding states and DC, and enjoy light hors d'oeuvres and refreshments. General Admission is $25 at the door or purchase online. $50 VIP reserved runway seating option available. For tickets and details, visit www.seekingstarsart.com.

6/9, 16, 23, 30

Middleburg Farmer’s Market (8 a.m. – 12 p.m.): The Middleburg Farmers Market runs from May 5th until October 28th, every Saturday from 8am to noon in the gravel parking lot behind the Middleburg Community Center.

6/9

It’s Tea Time at Aldie Mill! (1 p.m. – 3 p.m.): Our full afternoon tea will be catered by Calling Card Events and includes scones with cream and jam, finger sandwiches, assorted desserts, and endless pots of tea. Following the tea, guests will join members of the Aldie Horticultur-

al Society to create a unique floral arrangement. Cost is $32 per person & reservations are required. To purchase tickets, please visit apm.activecommunities.com/novaparks/Activity_Search/2398.

6/10

Disney Day at Banbury Cross Sunday Polo (3 p.m. – 7 p.m.): We will have two action packed polo matches, full bar, food truck, pony hop races, halftime divot stomp, champagne pour & so much more. Gates open at 2 p.m., admission is $10, children 12 and under are free! Pack a picnic, bring your chairs and come tailgate at the beautiful Banbury Cross Polo Club! Tickets at banburycrosspoloclub.ticketleap.com/general-admission-tickets/.

6/10

RdV Vineyards Wine Dinner at The Ashby Inn (5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.): Join Winemaker Rutger de Vink and Chef Tom Whitaker for the RdV Vineyards wine dinner at The Ashby Inn and Restaurant in Paris, Virginia. Reception starts at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. Space is limited. We are also offering 15% off rooms. For reservations, please call 540-592-3900.

6/10

Modern Beekeeping Presentation at the Purcellville Library (2 p.m. – 3 p.m.): Located in the Robey Meeting Room, join Secret Garden Birds and Bees for a presentation on what it takes to get started as a beekeeper and how bees help farmers, gardeners and the environment. For teens & adults. For details, call the library at 540-338-7235.

6/10

Glen Manor Wine Dinner at L’Auberge Provencale (12:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.): Vintner/Winemaker Jeff White and his wife Kelly will be on hand for our Glen Manor Wine Dinner. Chef Richard Wright and Sommelier Christian Borel have created a menu and wine pairing that is unmatched in sophistication and whimsy. This annual occasion is very well attended, and we suggest you make your reservations well in advance. Call 540-837-1375 for reservations.

6/10

Mosby & His Rangers: A Symposium at Mt. Zion Historic Park (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.): Visit Mt. Zion Historic Park in Aldie for the entire day, or drop in anytime to hear historians share fascinating stories of Confederate Col. John Mosby, his Rangers, and the community affected by their wartime activities.

Living history, books for sale, period music. $20 per person; children under 12 admitted free of charge; no advanced ticket sales. For details, visit novaparks.com/parks/mt-zionhistoric-park/events/.

6/14

Middleburg Town Council Meeting (6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.): Mayor-elect Bridge Littleton will be sworn in as mayor. The public is welcome to attend. Meeting will begin promptly at 6 p.m. in the Town Office, 10 W Marshall Street.

Contact Rhonda North, Town Clerk, with questions at townclerk@middleburgva.gov.

6/15

Family Firefly Festival at Blandy Experimental Farm (8 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.): We’ll begin with outdoor activities, crafts and games. Following a brief talk for all ages, we will catch, release and watch fireflies in action. FOSA members, UVa Alumni $10; nonmembers $12; Member/UVa family $20; nonmember family $25. Reservations recommended. Call 540-837-1758, ext.

224 or visit blandy.virginia.edu to register.

6/15-17

Father’s Day Zip Lining at the Salamander Resort & Spa: Hosted by Empower Adventures Middleburg and Salamander Resort & Spa, we are celebrating our Super Hero Dads with a gift he is sure to enjoy! All weekend long, dads are gifted a special Empower Adventures pint glass to be filled up at Gold Cup Wine Bar. $149 per person. For reservations, please call 540-692-ZIP1.

6/15-17

Father’s Day “Raise the Steaks” at L’Auberge Provencale: To honor the father in your life, we are featuring one of dad’s alltime favorites! Dry aged, Bourbon soaked local sirloin steaks from Martin’s Farm will be featured all weekend long on our fine dining menu. Try them paired with a superior bourbon selected by Sommelier Christian Borel.

Call 540-837-1375 for reservations.

6/16

Archery Competition with Dad at the Salamander Resort & Spa (1 p.m. – 3 p.m.): Perfect for dad’s day, test your archery skills against his in this family-friendly competition. Competition includes most bullseyes, most balloons popped and a variety of other skillful games. $35 per team, teams of 2-4. Reservations required.

For reservations, please call 540-326-4060.

6/17, 7/1

Vineyasa Yoga & Wine at Greenhill Winery & Vineyards (10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.): Join Move Well DC & Yoga Heights at Greenhill Winery for one hour of yoga followed by breakfast and mimosas. Held by the pond at the Club House. Tickets required, $35 pp, or $55 with a branded yoga tank. Vineyasa classes are held every other Sunday morning, from May through October. Purchase tickets by visiting greenhillvineyards.com/reservations.

6/17

Father’s Day at 50 West! (11 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.): Join us as we celebrate the important men in our lives for Father's Day at 50 West! Andrew O’Day will be playing great music as you enjoy beautiful Middleburg views. Enjoy BBQ from food truck Hog It Up BBQ from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Grab a picnic table and the best Dads in your life, and head to 50 West!

6/17

Father’s Day Music Festival, BBQ & Beer at Marshall’s Orlean Market (10 a.m. – 7 p.m.): Join us for cars, coffee and music from 10 a.m. – noon, BBQ and beer at 12 p.m., and live entertainment all afternoon. Cost is $7 per person, but RSVP by June 1st and price is reduced to $5.

Kids under 12 are free. RSVP on Facebook at

facebook.com/OrleanMarket/ and select “Father’s Day Music Festival, BBQ & Beer” event.

6/22

Site-Seeing with the National Sporting Library and Museum (8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.): NSLM is thrilled to invite you to travel to Richmond. We will visit Agecroft Hall’s traditional English site and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts’ ancient art galleries. $95 per NSLM member, $115 for non-members, and includes travel, admission to the sites, lunch and snacks and beverages. Register by June 15 by contacting Anne Marie Paquette 540-687-6542 x25 or APaquette@NationalSporting.org.

6/22

Twilight Jumpers 2018 at Great Meadow (6:30 p.m.): Join us at Great Meadow in The Plains for tailgating, VIP Boxes, Bonfire Pit, DJ & Dancing until late! $40/carload. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Featuring $500 child/adult classic at 7 p.m. and $5,000 mini prix at 8:30 p.m. Visit equestrianfoundation.org or call 540-454-6673 for more details.

6/23

Ultimate Kids Meals for Adults Class at Salamander Resort & Spa (2 p.m. – 4 p.m.): At Harrimans Virginia Piedmont Grill, we are hosting a throwback to the good old days! In this hands-on class, learn how-to prepare the best Lobster Mac ‘n Cheese, an Adult Grilled Cheese Sandwich, house-made Tomato Bisque and other treats you enjoyed as a child…just with an “adult” twist. $79 per person. For reservations, please call 540-326-4070.

6/23

An Afternoon with Michael Twitty: Cooking Demonstration & Book Signing at Oatlands Historic House and Gardens (1 p.m.): Michael W. Twitty is a food writer personally charged with preserving African American foodways and its parent traditions in African and the African Diaspora and its legacy in the food culture of the American South. Event will take place at the tent near the Carriage House. Admission is $5 per person. Please email Lori Kimball at lkimball@oatlands.org for information.

6/26

Thank You and Farewell Party for Betsy Davis (5 p.m. – 7 p.m.): We invite you to join us as we thank Mayor Betsy A. Davis for her service to our community and wish her well! Hosted at the Middleburg Community Center. RSVP to Rhonda S. North, Town Clerk no later than June 14th. 540-687-5152.

6/29

Open Late Concert Series at the National Sporting Library & Museum (6 p.m. – 8 p.m.): Bring your lawn chairs or a blanket and join us on the NSLM lawn for live music. Concessions and cash bar available. Also enjoy free admission to our museum! The June 29th concert will feature the Silver Tones Swing Band, playing classic Big Band tunes, and is in partnership with The Hill School and Blue Ridge Wildlife Center.

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PIEDMONT REGIONAL ART SHOW & SALE Story and photos by Richard Hooper

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More than 100 artists participated, with many having several works on display. Paintings in oil or acrylic predominated, and there were many watercolors and a smaller selection of fine photographs. From among the many wonderful pieces, first and second place ribbons were awarded in each category, and a Best of Show ribbon went to Kitty Dodd for her colored pencil portrait of a cow entitled “Serenity.”

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went to Dana Thompson. The first place ribbon for watercolor went to Louann Larkin for “Hollyhocks.” Another striking standout were floral watercolors by Bobbie Cropp in which portions were cut from the paper and re-applied in three dimension, with some of the petals and leaves extending over the mat. In photography, first place went to David Gardner for his depiction of the 13th century Valle Crucis Abbey in Wales. Gardner also exhibited another photograph of the more well-known Tintern Abbey. His detailed images are deftly evocative.

The show is a must-see event and a major fundraiser for Grace Episcopal Church, as well. It usually takes place on the weekend following Mother’s Day, so mark your calendar for next year. ML

Photos: 1. A view of the show. 2. A Look Back, by Dana Thompson. 3. Donna Caudill, Operations Manager for the Piedmont Regional Art Show & Sale. 4. Le Fleur, a watercolor with cutouts by Bobbie Cropp.

JUNE 2018

A savory picnic on the Grand Lawn.

Toasting with a local vintage.

Perhaps an afternoon cooking class.

What will your story be?

Whether it’s exploring our endless walking trails, taking a cooking class or simply enjoying the afternoon sunshine on our Grand Lawn, there’s always something deliciously new to discover at Salamander Resort & Spa. Since each of these entertaining offerings are always available to our non-resort guests, we encourage the neighboring community to come join us for all the fun. Visit SalamanderResort.com or call 844.842.3198 for local activities and events.

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the Plains ~ Custom Federal residence with 6 BR, 7 BA’s on 2+ acres. High ceilings, hardwood, marble & antique ceramic tile floors, 7 fireplaces & exquisite trim. Clive Christian Kitchen w/LaCornue stove & Breakfast Rm. Formal LR, DR, Library, Great Rm, Master BR Suite w/fireplace, luxury Bath, His & Her Walk-in Closets. Guest BD suite on 3rd level. Walkout LL has Family Room, Media Rm, Music Rm, Weight Rm, Wine Cellar, 2nd Kitchen, Guest BR Suite. 3-car garage w/Apt. $2,195,000

white Post ~ a historic 1830 brick country house on 86.5 serenely beautiful acres. The house is sited above a 3 acre pond, with picturesque views of mountains and open fields. A second 2006 building has a three-bay garage and an elegant 1,700 sq.ft. farm office w/3 bathrooms and a full kitchen. Stone and wood bank barn, swimming pool, stream frontage, total privacy. $1,600,000 Conservation easement.

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Berryville~ Classic 1880's farmhouse restored and renovated on 82 secluded acres. Interior details like original heart pine floors, high ceilings, many built ins.

New eat in kitchen and appliances in 2015. 4400 sq.ft, 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 2 offices with built-ins, library off Master Bedroom. Large dining room, living room and Master bedroom. Fabulous Master Bath. 3 Fireplaces, large wrap around porch. Custom wood siding. 45 min to Dulles. 1 DUR $1,179,000

Upperville~Stunning c. 1843 Greek Revival style home in historic village of Upperville. Classic center hall design w/hardwood floors & double porches in front & back.

Formal Dining Rm & Living Rm w/fireplaces, Family Rm, Kitchen, 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, enclosed Sunporch for office or Bedroom. Upgrades include new electric, boiler, roof, gutters, windows, baths & kitchen, AC & water system, parking area, fences & landscaping. 2-car detached garage & potting shed. Turn-key. $890,000

middleburg~Absolutely charming 3/4 bedroom contemporary, totally renovated in 2015 with impeccable taste & superb quality. New kitchen & baths, hardwood floors, new heating and A/C, new metal roof, fully fenced front yard, new exterior painting & landscaping.

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Broad Run ~ Move in ready small farm just North of Warrenton. Beautiful all custom brick home, first floor master suite with soaking /spa tub, walk in closets, spacious open kitchen, breakfasts room, dining room, high ceilings, geothermal heat. Open and screened in porches, tranquil setting with lovely garden, stream, pond and springs. 3 fenced paddocks. Small Stable with water & electric. 6.65 aC on no through street. Wildlife Heaven! $640,000

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Upperville ~ Lovely restored 3 Bedroom home on over an acre of Cleared, open land. Very Private, Great Location, Master Bedroom on Main Level, Large Living Room, Spacious Kitchen with new Stainless-Steel Appliances, Newly Renovated Baths Large Recreational Room on Lower Level with Bedroom, Bath and Exercise Room/Office. Must see to $398,000 appreciate.

Upperville ~Adorable 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath cottage on almost 1 ⁄2 an acre in the heart of the historic village of Upperville.

Great weekend home, hunt box or 1st time home located within walking distance to Hunters Head Tavern, shops, PO & churches. Features lots of windows, front porch and hardwood floors. Living Room and large eat-in kitchen. Freshly painted on the inside and refinished wood floors. Spacious back yard and includes a shed. Property being offered "As Is.”. Great commuter location. $250,000

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