Middleburg Life | May 2019 Issue

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LI F E Upperville Colt & Horse Show: Stars of Today and Tomorrow + Artfully Yours: Designs and Inspirations & Something Old, Something New for You

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PUBLISHER: Greenhill Media LLC EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Michelle Baker | michelle@middleburglife.com EDITORIAL ASSISTANT: Laura Pizana COPY EDITOR: Chelsea Rose Moore ADVERTISING SALES MANAGER Christian Bentley | christian@middleburglife.com ADVERTISING SALES REPRESENTATIVE Jennifer Richards | jennifer@middleburglife.com Rebekah Greenhill| info@middleburglife.com Nickolas Barylski|nickolas@middleburglife.com Vicky Mashaw|vmashaw@middleburglife.com ACCOUNTS ADMINISTRATOR: Joanne Maisano CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Heidi Baumstark, Callie Broaddus, Kerry Phelps Dale, Kaitlin Hill, Richard Hooper, Katie Johnson, Aaron Lynch, Chelsea Rose Moore, Beth Rasin, Ashley Bommer Singh, Amber Sky, Summer Stanley, Martha Wolfe

ON THE COVER Ali Wolff has represented the U.S. in competitions worldwide with her string of mounts, racking up impressive prizes along the way. In June 2018, Wolff and her longtime partner, Casall, won the Upperville Jumper Classic CSI4*. She also won the Upperville Competition at the Palm Beach Masters in February. Read more about this young equestrian and her plans for 2019 and beyond in this month’s issue. Story by Kaitlin Hill.

Cover photo courtesy of Phelps Media Group.

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ON THIS PAGE Have you voted or bid on your favorite fox or hound in the Foxes on the Fence competition? All bidding is online through Biddingforgood.com/ foxesonthefence or on the group’s Facebook “Foxes On The Fence” page. Online bidding continues until 6 p.m. on May 15. Help determine the People’s Choice Award. Vote for your favorite fox on the Foxes On The Fence Facebook page. The winning artist receives a cash prize and will be announced at the Art in the Burg Event on May 18.

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he rain did not get the best of the music lovers who turned out for the Middleburg Community Center’s first concert of the 2019 Concert on the Steps series. The Wall & Frye Band kept everyone entertained with their classic hit list. Mark your calendars and enjoy a little free fun, live

music, food and beverages, and good company this month! Weather permitting: The next performance will be on May 17 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. on the steps of the Middleburg Community Center. This event is free, family friendly, and open to the public. ML

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Our Mother’s Day Gifts FROM AROUND TOWN Photos by Joanne Maisano In May, we traditionally celebrate Mother’s Day, however, every day could be Mother’s Day. After all, she doesn’t just shower you with love on one day each year. Here is our gift to you. We searched the ‘Burg for a few special gift ideas for you to share on Mother’s Day (or any day) as a token of your love. Celebrate that special woman in your life and pamper her with a gift or two. ML

#1 Lou Lou 18 E. Washington St., Middleburg Online: loulouboutiques.com Kitsch Crystal Face Roller $24 Travel Tea Candle $11 Emory Boards $4 Lip Licking Lip Balm $6 #2 Shaggy Ram 3 E. Washington St., Middleburg Locally designed Decorative Faux Floral Design $175 #3 Tully Rector 7 E. Washington St., Middleburg Erik Javits Purse $395 Western Hat with embellishments $325 Sabina Savage Scarf $495 #4 The Fun Shop 117 W. Washington St., Middleburg Lavender Rosemary Shea Butter Soap $11.25 Hand & Body Lotion $17

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Soy Wax Candle $20 Bath Bomb Set $12 Nat Wax Candle $12 #5 Zest 9 E. Washington St., Middleburg Budahgirl all weather Bangles $40 Spano Leather Cuff-Medallion Bracelet $65 Zacasha Seed Crystal Necklace $65 Mon Earrings $15 Eva Travel Jewelry Box $46 #6 Mystique Jeweler 112 W. Washington St. #102 , Middleburg Complete your equestrian outfit with these 14kt yellow gold stirrup pave diamond earrings 0.56 its wt Retail $1035.

On Sale $725 #7 Le Boudoir 10 N. Pendleton St., Middleburg Triumph Chenis $87.50

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MHF GALA RAISES $300,000 Photos by Joanne Maisano

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The 2019 Middleburg Humane Foundation Blue Jean Ball held at the Middleburg Barn at Fox Chase Farm netted more than $300,000 for the shelter last month.

The 221 guests who attended this year thoroughly enjoyed the evening, with lively bidding and a lot of dancing and singing along with the band Livin’ the Dream. This event is their largest fundraiser of the year. Funds raised go to support the specialized shelter which costs $57,000 per month to run.

“The organization is thrilled and grateful to the Middleburg community and guests who traveled in from Northern Virginia and Washington, DC.,” said MHF Director of Development Melanie Burch. ML

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Photos: 1. A full house. 2. Board Member Stephanie Bates. 3. James Gable and Kelly Carberry. 4. Laurie McClary and Milton Sender. 5. Director Melanie Burch speaks to the guests. 6. The hard working staff of Middleburg Humane Foundation.

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Wellprotected protectedFauquier Fauquierlocation location| | 66 bedrooms bedrooms | | Well fulland and2 2half halfbaths baths| | 33 fireplaces fireplaces | |Great 4 4full Greatviews views| | Pool Largecounty county Poolwith withlarge large flagstone flagstone terrace terrace || Large kitchen with apartment/ apartment/ kitchen| | 4-car 4-car detached detached garage garage with office | 9-stall arena | |Outdoor Outdoor office | 9-stallbarn barn| | Covered Covered arena ring | 4 stall shed row barn | 51 fenced acres ring | 4 stall shed row barn | 51 fenced acres

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Original portion ofw/nearly house built in Preston 203 acres in Fauquier 1 milein of 1790 Rappahannock City, CT | House was dismantled and rebuilt at River frontage | Elegant stone & clapboard house | 5 BR, 4current full & 3 1/2 | 4 FP of | Wood | Gourmet kitchen | siteBA| Detail workfloors is museum quality | Log Gunnite pool with views overlooking Blue Ridge wing moved tostunning site from Western Virginia circaMtns 1830 and private pond | Situated amongst protected properties | 4 BR, 4 full BA, 2 half BA, 9 FP & detached 2-car | 5 stall Jim Fletcher barn with pristinely maintained garage | Historic stone bank barn andwith log in-law shed moved paddocks, pasture and gdns | 2-car garage suite from Leesburg, | Private, from town | | Old dominionVA Hunt territoryminutes | VOF Easement Frontage on Goose Creek | 37.65 acres

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17 acres acres of of rolling rolling pasture pasture land land in in the 17 the village village of Rectortown | Convenient to both Routes 50 & of Rectortown | Convenient to both Routes 5066 66 | renovated Newly renovated Privatewith setting with |& Newly | Private |setting magnificent magnificent mountain views 4 | 4full bedrooms, mountain views | 4 bedrooms, baths, 1 half 4 full2bath, 1 half| Heated bath, 2 fireplaces bath, fireplaces pool & spa| | Heated 2 bedroom pool & spa | 2 bedroom guest house | guestLarge houseshed | Large shed garage & 2-car garage & 2-car

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Circa1850’s 1850’slog logand andframe framehome homemoved movedand and Circa rebuiltatatsite site| 3| 3bedrooms, bedrooms,22baths baths| |Exposed Exposed rebuilt beams beamsand andinterior interiorlog logwalls walls| |Stone Stonefireplace fireplace | Barn Barnalso alsomoved movedand andrebuilt, rebuilt,has hasapproved approved 2 2bedroom bedroomperc percsite site| Large | Largepond, pond,many manystreams, streams, multiple building sites | Private Fauquier location multiple building | Private Fauquier location outside villagesites of Scuffleburg | 305 acres outside village of Scuffleburg | 305 acres

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Hilltop setting with beautiful distant views | Farm Hilltop setting with beautiful distant views | house 1920, completely restoredrestored and enlarged Farmcirca house circa 1920, completely and enlarged | 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 fireplaces, wood | 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 fireplaces, wood floors, floors, large country | 129.15&rolling & large country kitchenkitchen | 129.15 rolling useable useable acres | 3-bay equipment shed/work shop, acres | 3-bay equipment shed/work shop, guest guest house, 4-stall barn complex, riding ring, house, 4-stall barn complex, riding ring, spring-fed spring-fed pond and stream pond and stream

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6 bedrooms, 5 1/25 baths, 5 fireplaces | High ceilings, 6 bedrooms, 1/2 baths, 5 fireplaces | High large rooms good | Formal ceilings, large with rooms withflow good flow | garden Formal garden overlooks Cedar Run pond | Large pond overlooks Cedar Run | Large | Pool with| Pool with pool| Barn housecould | Barn could have 4 stalls | pool house have 4 stalls | Rolling Rolling land, very private - yet very land, very private - yet very close to Warrenton close to Warrenton

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circa1890 1890frame frameand andlog loghome homecompletely completely circa updatedand andrestored restored| | Interior Interior log log walls walls exposed updated | | Vaulted Vaulted ceiling ceilingin ingreat greatroom roomwith withexposed exposedbeams, beams, stone stonefireplace fireplace| | Beautiful Beautiful floors, floors, 33 bedrooms, bedrooms, 22 full baths and 1 half bath | Guest house, active full baths and 1 half bath | Guest house, active stone spring house, numerous outbuildings, stone walled spring house, outbuildings, old stone barn allnumerous overlooking 3 acre pond old stone walled barn all overlooking 3 acre pond with island | Mountain views | 29.69 acres

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Charming home home in in desirable desirable Melmore Melmore | | Charming Adjacent to the town of Middleburg offering proximity proximity to to town town & & privacy privacy of of almost almost 44 acres acres | | High rooms, new new kitchen kitchen with with High ceilings, ceilings, light-filled light-filled rooms, granite counters & stainless appliances | Family granite counters & stainless appliances | Family room with fireplace, screened-in porch | room fireplace, screened-in porch 3 BRwith including bright master suite | | 3 BR including bright suite | Home office, finished LL master and 2-car garage Home office, finished LL and 2-car garage

$725,000 $725,000 helen MacMahon 540.454.1930 Helen MacMahon 540.454.1930

Village | 2 1/2 | Main VillageHamlet Hamlet| 3| bedrooms 3 bedrooms | 2 baths 1/2 baths | level bedroom | Fireplace | Gourmet Mainmaster level master bedroom | Fireplace | Gourmet with granite countersfloors | kitchen with kitchen granite counters | Hardwood Hardwood |floors Lovely terrace throughout Lovelythroughout terrace and| gardens | Garage and gardens | Garage with workshop | with workshop | Freshly painted Freshly painted

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circa1800 1800| | Living Living room roomwith withFP FP| | Exposed Exposed log log circa outbuilding| | Original Originalwood woodfloors floors| | Well Well outbuilding proportionedrooms rooms | Master additionin in2000 2000 proportioned Master BR addition with with ample amplestorage storage | | Large screened screenedin inporch porchoff off kitchen kitchen overlooking overlookingprivate privateyard yard| |Mature Maturetrees, trees, garden, incredible incredible western garden, westernviews viewsofofthe theBlue BlueRidge Ridge Mountains || All All the the perks perks of Mountains of quiet quiet village villageliving, living,with with privacy and convenient access to Routes 50, 17 and 66

Primelocation, location,offoffSprings SpringsRoad Road| | Surrounded Surrounded Prime largefarms farms&&estates estates| | House House circa circa 1890 1890 with byby large 2 2BR, , hardwood BR,1 11/2 1/2BA, BA,FP FP, hardwoodfloors, floors,new newkitchen kitchen || Garage | 2 sheds/studio potential | Tenant house Garage | 2 sheds/studio potential | Tenant house | Property shares large spring fed pond | | Property shares large spring fed pond | Private setting on 13.21 acres

privacy and convenient access to Routes 50, 17 and 66

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TACK ROOM Story and Photos by Richard Hooper

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’ve had this junk forever,” said Margaret Gardner as she opened the door to her tack room, a space repurposed from its original function as a box stall. If not forever, at least for a number of years.

Former joint-master of the Middleburg Hunt, Gardner began collecting tack and horse related items at the age of four, when, growing up in England, she was not allowed to have a pony. The process began with pieces related to show jumping and expanded to include what appears to be just about everything. Moving to Texas in 1957 and to Middleburg in 1965, the process has continued unabated.

When one’s eyes adjust to the change of light in the room, a stunning display is revealed. The wall opposite the entry features a vast array of bits mounted over green baize fabric. On the shelves and hand-painted floor below rest trophies, spurs, sandwich cases, hunting horns, a stuffed fox with a pheasant in its mouth. They share the space with stirrups from around the world, including numerous slipper stirrups, and other highly decorative examples carved in wood. Tucked in between are various oddments of equine equipment.

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Among these oddments are a variety of unusual shoes. There is a set of flat-bottomed, small leather boots that were buckled over the hooves of a pony to mitigate damage to the lawn as it pulled a mower. There is a bog shoe, a wooden disk to distribute the horse’s weight with a metal clamping device. Fulfilling the purpose of a spare tire today, there are leather cases with a spare shoe and nails for emergencies. One of these is actually a hinged, expandable shoe.

Among the curiosities on the shelving is a model of a horse-collar that was submitted to secure a patent that was awarded in 1867. A close by piece is a brass-handled, 19th century device used for singeing horse whiskers. The hollow handle was filled with kerosene and a valve controlled the flow to a flat, broad wick. Another device is a hand-cranked clipping machine made by Stewart, a company that makes electric ones today.

A portion of one of the side walls displays Gardner’s hunting coat and numerous ribbons. These hang above a collection of horse’s hooves that were crafted into inkwells trimmed with sterling lids and shoes, with two being further mounted with candle Tack Room | Page 9

Tack Room | From page 8 stands. It was a Victorian custom to remember a favorite horse, whose name was usually engraved on the lid.

In front of the opposite wall, a dumb jockey is on display. On the wall, a horse’s head, a prop that was used in a store, is centrally mounted.

It is surrounded by additional bits and several whip racks overflowing with a variety of 19th and 20th century crops and whips. A group of horsehair bridles with reins hangs in a neat row.

They were made by prison inmates in the western United States from the mid 1880s through the 1920s. At first glance they appear to be braided, but the construction is a process called hitching, which is based upon halfhitch knots.

Saddles are on view around the room, including eight side-saddles, among which are six without the leaping head, which is generally believed to have been invented by Jules Charles

Pellier in 1830. There are several western saddles, including what appears to be a diminutive salesman’s sample of a Stockman Bushrider saddle, but with full-size stirrups. A Tibetan saddle with a gold emblem attached to the pommel and segments of the wooden tree tied together with rawhide was brought back on the plane by Gardner following a trip to that country. There is a very specialized picador’s saddle and two antique saddles for children, one being a woven wicker chair saddle ridden aside, which old tack catalogs show as appropriate for use with donkeys.

Fly whisks rest on a glass-topped table imaginatively constructed from horse shoes. The table matches two chairs, each with a different design also made from shoes welded together. These were bought at a horse show years ago in New York state where Gardner was showing and selling Tack Room | Page 10 HBM Quarter page ad 2-5-2019Fa.pdf

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Tack Room | From page 9 horses. The vendor had one chair on display, which at first was unaffordable. Then Gardner sold a horse and bought the chair. The next day, the vendor returned with the second chair and the table - again, unaffordable.

However, by the end of the show, with all of her horses sold, Gardner added the table and second chair to her purchases.

While there is very little space left, Gardner always finds room for something rare and treasured. ML

Page 8, top left: Three hitched horsehair bridles.

Page 8, top: Bits, stirrups, spurs and other items arranged in the tack room. Page 8, bottom left: A few of the whips and a crop. Page 9, top: A set of leather boots for ponies mowing a lawn, a bog shoe, and an adjustable spare shoe with leather case and nails. Page 9, bottom: A wall displaying whips, more bits, and with hitched horsehair bridles at the right.

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The Ag District:

GETTING BACK TO THE ROOT OF THINGS

By Heidi Baumstark

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t’s hard to beat the trio of wine, cheese and bread. But when all three are made right on the same property, that’s the epitome of “local.”

Getting back to roots. That’s what Chrysalis Vineyards at The Ag District in Middleburg is doing. The Ag District is a 412-acre protected district owned by proprietor, Jennifer McCloud who coined the term. It’s comprised of grape vines, a greenhouse to propagate Norton vines to sell to other wineries, cow pastures, milk production operations, a bakehouse and an event center to host weddings and special occasions.

McCloud’s mission is to proudly restore Virginia wines to world renown and celebrate the homecoming of Norton, championing “the real American grape.” And her overall mission extends beyond the grapevines to raising cows for cheeses made in the onsite creamery and harvesting heritage wheat for

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breads. “It’s all here, in one place,” the Michigan native said. “There’s an awakening, a restoration, a rebirth—and we’re part of it.”

First, the wines. Norton is native to Virginia. It was originally introduced by Dr. Daniel Norton of Richmond; hence its Virginia roots. After experimenting and crossing, he came up with the hybrid in 1822 and it’s known to be a sturdy lot and disease resistant. Throughout the 19th and early 20th century, Norton’s acclaim rose getting noticed for the first time in history that an indigenous American wine was turning heads on the international stage. One of those stages was at the 1873 Vienna World Exposition in Austria where Norton won a gold medal and was praised as the “best red wine of all nations.” It also received gold medals in Paris. But it died out during the 1920-1933 Prohibition era.

Today, McCloud’s vineyard is about growing Norton; “it’s what makes us different,” she said. “I fell in love with Norton; it spoke to District | Page 16

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District | From page 14 the wild character of America. And I wanted to bring it back.” Some of the Norton wines at Chrysalis include Sarah’s Patio Red, a rosestyle, Norton Estate Bottled wine and Borboleta, a port-style wine made from 100 percent Norton grapes. Also in her fields grow tried-and-true European varieties including Albariño, Viognier, Petit Verdot, Tannat and others. There are 70 acres of grapes; 40 of those acres are planted with Norton—which is the world’s largest single planting.

What sparked McCloud’s fascination with Norton wines? In 1989, Dennis Horton opened Horton Vineyards in Orange County, Virginia with a commitment to bring Norton vines back to their Virginia soil. His wines reacquainted Virginia wine lovers with their native grape with its rich, complex fruitiness.

In 1995, Horton gave a lecture in Charlottesville that McCloud attended. That lecture inspired McCloud to advocate for the resurgence of this rugged, forgotten grape.

Just three years later in February 1998, she bought her Middleburg property which was then called Chandale Farm. “But the name had to go,” McCloud admitted, “since it was a combination of names from the owner’s children.” Her original Norton vines were planted later that year; they are now in their 22nd leaf. When McCloud first came to Virginia from Florida there were about 40 wineries in the state; now that’s the number of wineries in Loudoun alone. In 2018, the number of wineries and tasting rooms in the Commonwealth ranked fifth in the country with 276.

Now, the cheeses. McCloud’s Locksley Farmstead Cheese Company started in 2006 with American Milking Devons, a heritage breed originally from Devonshire, England.

Other breeds graze at The Ag District including Ayrshire, Jersey cows, Brown Swiss, Red and Black Holsteins. Named Locksley—the home of Robin Hood of English folklore—the company produces artisan cheeses fittingly named after Robin Hood characters: Little John, Maid Marian, Friar Tuck, Nottingham, Prince John, The Monk.

Since 2018, cheeses have been made in the on-site creamery just one floor down from the main tasting room off of Route 50. Visitors can order a cheese plate filled with Gouda and Camembert wedges to pair with wines and take home packaged cheese. The artisan cheeses can also be found melted on top of pizzas with unique pairings of sweet potato puree drizzled with fig glaze, along with more

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traditional varieties. Chrysalis also sells hot sauce made from their red wine vinegar and fruity Norton jelly from 100 percent Norton grapes.

Now, the breads. Inside the Little River Bakehouse is a fully equipped kitchen with a rotating hearth oven where flatbreads and pizzas are baked. Chris Vincenzi is the head chef who recently came from The Inn at Little Washington, which is the D.C.-area’s first restaurant to earn the three-star Michelin rating last fall. Though there are lots of places offering pizzas, not many are making their own mozzarella to top off their pizzas, or crafting their own wines. McCloud takes pride in being part of this effort to revive the productivity of the land, similar to when George Washington called Loudoun County “the breadbasket of the American Revolution.” McCloud added, “When we can bring it from the field to the plate, this carries the value of the land.”

And about that land. With three Civil War battles that broke out in 1863 up and down Route 50—aptly named John Mosby Highway—the pounding of hoofs and whinnying cavalry would have been heard by anyone living close by. Those three battles in the summer of 1863, Battle of Aldie (June 17), Battle of Middleburg (June 17-19) and Battle of Upperville (June 21), were the prelude to the Battle of Gettysburg, July 1-3, 1863, that is known as the turning point of the war in favor of the Union.

The Ag District is directly along Route 50 between the Bull Run Mountains and the Blue Ridge. Some sources say Mosby’s Rangers camped on or near overhanging rock District | Page 18

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District | From page 16 formations that are on McCloud’s property.

This is near the original Chrysalis vineyard on Champe Ford Road. According to “Hunting the Gray Ghost, Tour 1: The Mosby Mystique,” a Mosby Motoring Guide published in 2015 by the Mosby Heritage Area Association (MHAA), Stop #3 lists “Mosby’s Hill” about a half mile west of the village of Aldie. It describes this hill as a long, low, barren hill paralleling Route 50. The guide states, “Mosby often watched federal turnpike traffic from this hillside perch, which usually left him perfectly silhouetted against the sun, and thus mysterious and foreboding. Some Union forays simply turned back upon seeing him as it was unclear how many others accompanied him. Mosby, who often scouted alone, was wonderfully adept at his use of psychological warfare and the power of suggestion.”

The current tasting room opened in October 2015, and the original Chrysalis on Champe Ford Road now houses offices and

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the event center. And the land along this old unpaved road has a history dating to the Revolution. On Route 50 an historical marker titled “A Revolutionary War Hero” states, “Near here stood the home of Sergeant Major John Champe (1752-1798), Continental soldier. Champe faked desertion and enlisted in Benedict Arnold’s [1741-1801] British command for the purpose of capturing the traitor.

Failing in his attempt, Champe rejoined the American army. His Meritorious service was attested to by such patriots as General Henry (Light Horse Harry) Lee.” MHAA board member Dulany Morison of nearby Stoke Farm mentioned an obelisk that designates the location of where Champe’s house once stood in a field that was originally Stoke land. “My great grandfather Colonel Floyd Walter Harris used the stones from the crumbling house (not knowing of John Champe’s fame) to build the single lane bridge over Little River in about 1920, which is still used today,” Morison explained. “When

he learned of Champe’s fame, he used the remaining stones to construct the obelisk.”

Considering the land’s history and how McCloud has made it her mission to restore the land to its agricultural roots, visitors can fulfill a yearning to experience the land, or to at least make a connection with it. “I’m able to say when people ask, ‘Where is this from?’

I can point and say, ‘It comes from right over there.’”

The tasting room at Chrysalis Vineyards at The Ag District is located at 39025 John Mosby Highway in Middleburg; call 540687-8222 or visit www.chrysaliswine.com for information. Locksley Farmstead Cheese Company at The Ag District’s website is www.locksleycheese.com. ML

Page 16, bottom: Historical marker on Rt. 50 about Revolutionary War Hero, John Champe (17521798) who lived near Chrysalis Vineyards in Middleburg. Photo by Heidi Baumstark. Other AG photos by Joanne Maisano.

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4 It wouldn’t be spring in Middleburg without the races. The Middleburg Spring Races have become the quintessential event to welcome spring to our neck of the woods.

Surrounded by Virginia’s famous hunt country, the tradition continued on Saturday, April 20, and not only did the crowds come out, thankfully, the sun did, too.

For decades, horse lovers and fun lovers have celebrated spring at Glenwood Park.

Overflowing tailgate tables and elaborate hats were on display but it was the horses, that took the day at the 99th running of the Middleburg Spring Races. ML Photos: 1. Middleburg Hunt Cup won by Andi’amu, trained by Leslie F Young, ridden by Jack Doyle in yellow silks, followed by 2nd place Le Chevalier, trained by Julie Gomena, owned by Michael A. Smith. 2. #4 Special Relations trained by Jack Fisher, ridden by Michael Mitchell won the Glenwood Hurdle. 3. Beautiful tailgates abound. 4. Center- Days of Heaven trained by Jack Fisher and owned by Mrs. S.K. Johnson Jr won the Alfred M Hunt Steeplechase. 5. Record number of spectators enjoyed a beautiful day at the races.

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Q&A WITH ALI WOLFF: SERIOUS COMPETITOR & SUCCESSFUL TRAINER

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Story by Kaitlin Hill Photo by Phelps Group

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ith a banner show jumping career and successful training programs in Wellington, Florida, and her hometown, New Albany, Ohio, Ali Wolff has certainly made the most of her quarter-century on horseback. And she shows no signs of slowing down. The young rider, who will turn 30 in July, has represented the United States in competitions worldwide with her string of mounts, racking up impressive prizes along the way.

In June 2018, Wolff and her longtime partner, Casall, won the Upperville Jumper Classic CSI4*, her first international grand prix victory and a professional high point.

As a trainer, Wolff ’s wins take shape in the accomplishments of her students and in the top-tier care of their horses. Wolff reveals the challenges and triumphs of her career and her plans for the future in the following Q&A with Middleburg Life.

You started riding at such a young age.

How did you get your start?

It’s funny, our family laughs in confusion about how I even decided to start riding because no one in my family really rode, especially not competitively. I guess I have to give credit to the local fairs and zoos because I would always beg my parents to go on the pony rides.

What has been the most challenging part of transitioning from amateur to professional?

I think the most challenging part was getting people to accept me as a professional and transitioning out of the amateur stereotype. Typically, amateurs buy their own horses without the interest of selling them again for profit, but to keep them and compete on. So it was hard to break that mold and convince people this was now my business instead of my hobby.

What is your favorite part of competing?

I am competitive by nature so I like to compete in anything and everything. But my favorite part might be the thrill, that

adrenaline rush you get before going into the ring. It’s a mix of nerves, excitement and anxiety, and the feeling after when you know you have put in a good round, the satisfaction that everything you have done leading up to now was worth it.

Tell me a little bit about your facility in Wellington.

It’s actually a really exciting time for us in Wellington now as we have just sold our house and farm, and have bought a new piece of property to build a barn on. We will build a 20-stall barn with a decent outdoor ring and about 10 paddocks. Of course, we are hoping to be done before the start of Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF), but you never know when building in Wellington.

What is your favorite part of being a trainer?

I used to think I got relatively nervous before entering the ring to compete, but being a trainer and sending your student in is a whole new level of nerves! My favorite part about being a trainer is the excitement of seeing your student be successful in the ring and come out with a big smile.

What would you consider your greatest career success?

At first, I was inclined to write down successful classes or accolades I have won, but if I really think about it, I find my greatest success to be the ability to connect with a horse and form a successful partnership. I am not the greatest catch rider, but I think my strengths lie with the ability to take a horse, put it into our management program, work with it, and transform it into a top show jumper.

What would you say to other young women interested in taking up the sport?

The best part about this sport in the United States is that it is dominated by women at the lower levels. The higher you climb, the fewer women there are competing at the top level. I consider this an exciting challenge, and I would hope that type of challenge would entice others with the same

passion for this sport!

When you’re not riding, training, or running your business – what do you enjoy doing most?

I love being home with my family and doing family activities. I also love to go on adventures with my boyfriend, Ed, who is also my business partner, whenever we can find time to get away from the horses and do normal things.

What are your plans for the future? One year? Five years? Ten years?

I am still learning how to balance my business between training and riding, but for my future riding plans, I would like to keep striving to make the Top 30 riders in the world, and to remain an active member of team events. As a trainer I would like to continue training clients that have a serious passion for this sport, and who strive to be better every day. ML

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SOMETHING OLD AND SOMETHING BREWED:

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he Plains is a favorite country escape for Washingtonians and an easy drive from Middleburg at just fifteen minutes. The idyllic community is big on smalltown aesthetic made manifest on a stroll down Main Street – a distinctive collection of locally owned shops and eateries. One of the most unique is Crest Hill Antiques & Tea Room where owner Salvatrice DeLuca, or Sally, sells a small selection of treasures and offers a traditional English tea service.

In 2007, DeLuca, a Georgetown University graduate and lifelong antique collector, opened her shop as part of a retirement

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plan after 10 years teaching English as a second language and 20 years as a nonprofit executive. For DeLuca, the tea service was initially an afterthought and, in the business’ sophomore year, a survival strategy during difficult times.

“In 2008, the recession hit and the antiques business was not doing very well. We had a separate room in the back, so we put three little tables and we just started doing tea and cookies and sweets. And then someone said,

‘You should really have the tea sandwiches.’

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Brewed | From page 24 focus of DeLuca’s business shifted.

“I kind of struggled a little bit because, in my mind, I was an antiques dealer who happened to have a tea room on the side. When in reality, I had a tea room that sold maybe a few antiques once in a while.”

But the switch wasn’t a total departure from her interests. The self-described Anglophile modeled her tea service after the British mainstay, central to a culture she reveres.

“I love all things related to England and afternoon tea is a big part of the culture over there.” She continues, “This is like what you might find in a little village in the countryside in England. It’s not fancy, it’s not tea at the Ritz or the Savoy, but in England, everywhere you go has a tea room like this – very informal, something run by family.”

Delightfully unfussy and undeniably welcoming, DeLuca’s tea room is appropriately dressed with antique knick-knacks that make the space feel less like a storefront and more like your favorite grandmother’s parlor. Cowshaped creamers and delicate jam jars sit alongside floral placemats on dissimilar tables with mismatched chairs.

Like the enchanting décor, the teas are also artfully blended. Crest Hill’s custom created teas include concoctions like Lady Grantham’s Diamonds & Gold, a black tea

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flavored with chocolate, dark cherry, and gold candies, or Other Linda’s Roasted Almond, an aromatic oolong with almond, coconut, and cinnamon, named for a friend of the business. DeLuca mentions, “We wanted something for everybody – a variety of flavor profiles – fruity teas, spicy teas, floral teas, there are plain teas, toasty teas.” With so many teas to choose from, the owner encourages each guest to make a game of sniffing samples to aid the selection process.

Crest Hill doesn’t skimp on edible options, either. The menu transcends the typical, offering rotating desserts of the day and a la carte in addition to traditional tea fare.

Try the Full Monty, which includes a little of everything. This multi-tiered treat tray is stacked with an assortment of tea sandwiches, warm savories, fresh-baked cakes, delicate cookies and massive scones to be slathered in Devon cream, jam and tart lemon curd.

The supersize scones are surprisingly light in texture yet packed with flavor. The cinnamon pecan version doesn’t need adornment, but the generously filled pots of accompaniments invite guests to smear liberally.

Even more, her menus support most dietary concerns. DeLuca explains, “We ask people when they make a reservation if they have any allergies or dietary restrictions. As long as we know in advance, we can do gluten-free, we can do vegan, vegetarian, we can

accommodate requests.” She adds, “The baker does fabulous gluten-free cinnamon scones.”

From bridal showers and Halloween-inspired parties to a 50th Anniversary Celebration of The Beatles and a Royal Wedding-themed event, DeLuca and her team do it all. For the entire month of May, Crest Hill will run a Mother’s Day tea perfect for kids looking to pamper their loved ones like royalty.

Though influenced by her love of all things across the pond, DeLuca sources products much closer to home. She says, “I try to support local business, and I’m so lucky. You’ll see why when you taste everything.” Her specialty tea blends are created by Marsha Richards of Tea of All Reasons in Winchester, and her baked goods come from Diane Montemorano of Anna Banana Sweets in Summerduck. The adorable tea cozies are even made by an employee – Liz deChanval.

Tea at Crest Hill is an experience like none other, and it has become a fixture in the community. It serves as one of life’s few remaining pause buttons and an invitation for friends and family to connect over shared food, warm beverages, and meaningful conversation. Finally, it’s an expertly executed example of the lost art of gracious hosting and simplicity done well. Crest Hill Antiques & Tea Room gets it just right, and an afternoon there is certainly time well spent. ML

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

The Plains ~ 108 gorgeous Acres, Minutes from Middleburg in prime Orange County Hunt Territory with exceptional rideout to both wooded trails and open pasture. The Stately Manor House, with it’s grand proportions and terraces, has been host to many events including charity balls and political benefits.

Additional features include: 11-stall beautifully finished center aisle stable with apt., riding arena, two 3-bedroom cottages, bank barn and 4-bay machine shed. $8,250,000

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Rare, 760 Acre working farm with open land, streams and pond, currently in crops, hay, cattle and sheep. Potential for Conservation Easement Tax Credits. Substantial Rt. 15 road frontage, approximately 5 miles north of the Town of Leesburg.

2 large tracts of land and 1 small. 4 Residences include: The historic main residence and 3 tenant houses. $8,600,000

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

TRAPPE HILL FARM

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

OATLAND VIEWS SECTION 1

(Adjacent to CHUDLEIGH FARM SECTION 2) Aldie ~ 271 Acres on the north side of Oatlands Road between Rt. 15 and Snickersville Turnpike. Divided into 11 HOMESITES ranging in size from 13-41 Acres with private road frontage on Clear Creek Lane. 10 of the 11 parcels have wells and Certification Letters for 4 bedroom septics.

Land protected by Loudoun County Open Space Easement. $5,500,000

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The Plains ~ Magnificent horse property in the midst of the serene countryside. From the picturesque Young Road two driveways access the 107 acres of Hidden Trail Farm.

The first leads to one of the finest indoor arenas surrounded by exquisite ride out. The second is the graceful, park-like drive, which parallels a creek and then gently curves up to $5,000,000 the elegant manor home.

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

The Plains ~ World class equestrian facility comprised of 115 Acres in the OCH Territory. The U shaped complex encompasses an 80’ x 180’ lighted indoor riding arena connected by a breezeway to the 12 stall center-aisle barn and extraordinary living and entertaining quarters over looking the outdoor ring.

Additional structures include tenant houses and large heated equipment barn. $4,400,000

Offers subject to errors, omissions, change of price or withdrawal without notice. Information contained herein is deemed reliable, but is not so warranted nor is it otherwise guaranteed.

To see the full listings and all our exclusive properties in hunt country please visit THOMAS-TALBOT.com

THOMAS AND TALBOT REAL ESTATE MIDDLEBURG, VA 20118 TELEPHONE: (540) 687-6500

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JOHN COLES 540-270- 0094 REBECCA POSTON 540-771-7520

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WOODMONT The Plains ~ Stunning and extensive renovation for today’s life style while incorporating salvaged antique features.

Chef’s Kitchen opens to the Family Room and Dining Room. Wood flooring, new windows, high ceilings, new trim, new tile, large open rooms, built-in bookcases, French doors to back terrace and pool. 3-car attached garage with custom finished room above including built-in bunk beds. Generator. $2,600,000

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

MOUNTVILLE 145+ Acres in sought after location on Mountville Road near Foxcroft School. Several home sites with wonderful views and vistas yet extremely private, half wooded and half pasture with over 2,000’ of Goose Creek frontage.

Minutes from Middleburg with easy access to Dulles International Airport & Washington DC. Middleburg $2,465,250 Hunt Territory.

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DESTINAIRE FARM Hume ~ Impeccably maintained, exquisite 118 Acre horse farm with ten fields and paddocks of 4 board fencing, gently rolling land & panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains with glimpses of Skyline Drive. In addition to the stucco and stone main residence, there are guest and tenant homes, numerous barns and run-ins to house 25 horses comfortably, and an indoor dressage ring. $2,450,000

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

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Retreat home on nearly 9 acres, surrounded by majestic pastoral views in every direction. Adjoining land is protected by conservation easement. The 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home offers an unprecedented level of privacy in this price point.

A FULL 2,000 sqft basement. It is unfinished but boasts an impressive open space plan with an additional room that could be a wine cellar. Located minutes to restaurants and shopping in the heart of historic Warrenton. Large, fixed generator and a new sump pump. $584,000

HULBERTS LANE Middleburg/The Plains ~ 7.41 Acre Parcel, Minutes from Middleburg, this stunning parcel sits high offering beautiful views and potential building sites. In an area of large estates this property offers road frontage on Halfway Road and Hulberts Lane. Potential for additional $495,000 5 acres with “as is” cottage.

Offers subject to errors, omissions, change of price or withdrawal without notice. Information contained herein is deemed reliable, but is not so warranted nor is it otherwise guaranteed.

To see the full listings and all our exclusive properties in hunt country please visit THOMAS-TALBOT.com

THOMAS AND TALBOT REAL ESTATE MIDDLEBURG, VA 20118 TELEPHONE: (540) 687-6500

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The friends of the Northern Virginia Therapeutic Riding Program came out to the country for the day. They drank, danced and carried on all for a good cause at the Great Gatsby: Life’s a Picnic fundraiser at Elway Hall on April 27.

Elway Hall in Warrenton, Virginia is the home of celebrated interior designer Barry Dixon and Will Thomas of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty.

Thomas and Dixon graciously welcomed new and old friends to Elway Hall for an afternoon of fun. Each detail from the designer

drinks to the lovely picnic baskets and blankets had been carefully thought of to the delight of the guests who came from near and far to play for the day.

An NVTRP Board Member Thomas hosted the second annual garden party in the afternoon with flair once again. There is something unique about men who open their home and would do something like that just to help others.

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The afternoon’s focus was on fun and fundraising with a live auction with everything from a five night stay for up to four guests at Turtle Inn Luxury Seaside Resort in Belize to an exclusive 3 liter bottle of wine with Custom NVTRP Great Gatsby Artwork from Pearmund Cellars.

Sponsors and guests raised $153,000, a new record, to benefit the construction of NVTRP’s new indoor riding arena. The Top Tier sponsors included Boeing, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty, Chantilly Air, Saint Germain Catering, and Total Wine.

Guests traveled back in time to the Roaring 20’s, and were treated to a flash mob of Charleston dancers, enjoyed an afternoon of jazz music by Sweet Something and a surprise fly-over by pilot David Brown in his vintage Boeing Stearman Biplane.

Brown even donated an Open Cockpit Biplane Ride in his Stearman as an auction item.

NVTRP Executive Director Kelsey Gallagher, along with Rebecca Patterson, whose daughter has ridden with NVTRP for nearly 10 years, shared with guests the impact of therapeutic riding.

Founded in 1980, NVTRP helps each individual realize their greatest 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. Located on the 17-acre O’Shaughnessy Farm in Clifton, Virginia, NVTRP serves almost 150 riders each week with therapeutic riding, hippotherapy, equine-assisted learning, and equine-assisted psychotherapy.

“Can’t repeat the past? . . . Why of course you can!” says Jay Gatsby in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic “The Great Gatsby.”

“Thank you for joining us Saturday afternoon to enthusiastically repeat the past in order to create a bright future for NVTRP’s riders,” said Wendy Baird, Development Director of the Northern VA Therapeutic Riding Program.

“Great Gatsby: Life’s a Picnic succeeded beyond our wildest dreams, raising $153,000 to help fund the construction of an indoor riding arena on our 17-acre Clifton farm, ensuring that riders can continue their progress year-round, regardless of the weather.”

The next fundraiser for NVTRP will be the Polo Classic at Great Meadow on Saturday, Sept. 28. Thomas has agreed to host the VIP Tent and VIP sponsored polo viewing deck. ML

A PEEK INSIDE

ELWAY HALL Photos by Michelle Baker

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MEET MIDDLEBURG

Ray Trader, Coiffeur Extraordinaire Story and Photo by Kerry Phelps Dale

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oming up on the three-year anniversary of the opening of his Middleburg hair studio, Salon 17 South, Ray Trader speaks fluidly about hair styling, running a business, Middleburg and his treasured clients all while finishing up a customer’s hair.

“I came to work in Middleburg at Blue Studio six years ago,” he explains, “and after three, I knew it was time to have my own salon again. I’ve been a business owner my whole life. I needed to open my own salon.”

Ray came to Middleburg via Alexandria where he received both training and experience. “I started shampooing in my uncle’s salon to make some extra money.”

Soon after, he quit his day job. “The monotony of the government job didn’t suit me.”

What has suited him is the salon business which he finds both challenging and interesting.

“It changes all of the time,” he says. “I trained under some of the best hairdressers in Washington, including my uncle.”

Life circumstances caused the salon owner to take a step back in order to take a leap forward in his life and he moved to Leesburg “for a fresh start.” It wasn’t long before he landed the job at Blue Studio and started cultivating a loyal following of clients.

Salon 17, a two-chair hair salon, currently only offers hair services. However, Ray’s longterm plan is to make it a day spa. First, he wants to add nail services.

“I could keep the technician busy full time,” he says. Then, space permitting, facials and massages would be added.

Ray makes his home in Winchester with his youngest son and his two cats, a calico and a barn cat adopted from a farm in Upperville.

At home, he puts on his handyman hat. He loves to refurbish and flip houses by bringing them back to life.

“I like to work with my hands—fixing and building, creating art and furniture from old pallets.”

Evident in his life from himself, to his adopted cat, to the houses and salvaged materials he works with, Ray is a believer in second

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His commute home through Ashby Gap, over the mountain and the Shenandoah River, past vista after stunning vista, gives him time for reflection.

“I love the drive—it’s beautiful and peaceful. It gets me ready for a work day or helps me decompress at the end of the day. It gives me time to think.” ML

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SOMETHING NEW:

THE LUCKY KNOT

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magine Kate Spade and Lilly Pulitzer and Kiel James Patrick together in one space.

Add some Jude Connally, Vineyard Vines, and Gretchen Scott. And then combine a few dozen other brands, and you’ve found a destination for preppy, nautical-inspired, and American-made clothing: The Lucky Knot.

The brand’s Leesburg location opened in late April, giving customers a chance to shop all of their favorite brands in one place.

The shop is owned by a dynamic mother and daughter team. Andrea Ploutis, mother to three daughters who are also the shop’s co-owners, ran a home décor shop when her girls were young. The daughters remember working in the shop with her on weekends.

One of the girls began looking at jewelry and clothes, which led to them opening 3 Sisters, a fast-fashion retail shop with locations in Old Town Alexandria and Annapolis.

While shopping for brands to stock, the mother and daughter team were continually drawn to preppy, resort-inspired styles. Thus, The Lucky Knot was born, opening its flagship location in Old Town Alexandria seven years ago. Today, the brand has locations in Alexandria, Baltimore, Annapolis, and now Leesburg.

“Everyone has been coming in and telling us how excited they are,” said Stella Koukides, one of the sisters. “Leesburg doesn’t really have retail here, besides the outlets.” Being in downtown Leesburg gives the store a great level of foot traffic.

The bright storefront carries jewelry, shoes, bags, and clothes for every occasion (with styles for both men and women). The shop’s upper level has a large selection of evening gowns and cocktail dresses, perfect for special dinners or evening galas. And they have the accessories to add that extra sparkle.

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LEESBURG VINTNER

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eople sometimes choose their careers, but other times careers choose people.

For Mike Carroll, the latter was definitely the case. He began working at a wine shop after high school and soon knew it was what he wanted to do forever.

“I always tell people: If you’re going to open your own shop, make mistakes with other people’s money,” he quipped, “I learned so much by doing that.”

Carroll spent 12 years at Cheese and Bottle, an Arlington-based wine shop, where he worked his way up to manager. After dreaming of owning a wine shop for years, he knew he’d struck gold when he found the little shop on the corner of King and Loudoun in Old Town Leesburg.

In its 30 years of existence, Leesburg Vintner has become an iconic mainstay in town.

“I feel lucky,” said Carroll, “I love this corner. I think it’s the best corner in Loudoun County.”

Leesburg Vintner provides perks that big box wine stores cannot offer. Looking for a quick visit? You can be in and out of the store in five minutes. Want to do a tasting, enjoy a glass, and linger for a while? You can do that, too. Want to purchase a case? Pull up to the store and Carroll will carry it to your car, plus give you a case discount. Got a special order you can’t find in a store? Give him a few days’ notice and Carroll will track it down for you.

“We do things with our customer service that you can’t get in a big box store,” he said, “It’s a relationship you build up with

Knot | From page 34 Together, the family travels the country in search of the best vendors to bring to the stores. The Lucky Knot locations stock the same brands so if one doesn’t have your size, they can call another.

The owners love fashion consulting with customers who come in looking for an outfit for a special occasion or business meeting.

“We love dressing up women, making them feel great, and seeing them leave the

customers. People are very, very loyal if you take care of them.”

His penchant for strong customer service and outstanding wine has been celebrated through the numerous awards his store has won including the Virginia Wine Retailer of the Year and the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce Small Retailer Business of the Year.

In 2012, the wine connoisseur started his own private wine label, Carroll Vineyards with wines made by Doug Fabbioli. In

addition to his own label, customers can find wine from around the world and many local wineries at Leesburg Vintner.

“We taste every bottle we sell and stand behind every bottle we sell. You don’t like it, bring it back. We’ll take care of you.” ML Find Leesburg Vintner at 29 South King St., Leesburg. Store hours are Tuesday – Saturday, from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday from 12 – 5 p.m. To join the Leesburg Vintner email list or learn more about upcoming tastings, visit www.leesburg-vintner.com.

store with a beautiful outfit to wear,” said Koukides. Lucky Knot offers a one-on-one level of customer service which is apparent from the moment one steps through the door.

Running a business with family has been fantastic journey for them all. “We can fight one minute, and the next minute, we love each other,” said Koukides. “We work really good together. We take each other’s advice and comments.”

Koukides, her mom, and her sisters Athina Kohilas and Stavroulla Kokkinis rotate be-

tween all of the stores. Each play a unique role in the business from buyers to decorators to accountants, but all love assisting customers.

When they are all in the store, they love working on everything together. ML The Lucky Knot is open Monday – Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hours are seasonal, call to confirm. The newest shop is located at 9 N. King Street, Leesburg. Learn more or shop online at theluckyknot.com.

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The Blue Ridge Hunt Point to Point at Woodley Farm in Berryville featured horses, hounds and hunts on April 21.

This year, in addition to the races, they held an Easter Egg Hunt and an Easter parade by the Nantucket Beagles both of which delighted the younger crowd. The day’s festivities included an antique car show for those who also enjoy a different kind

of horse power.

A new offering for 2019 was the pick-up picnic baskets. The organization partnered with L’Auberge Provençale to make tailgate picnic baskets available. Instead of packing, people could pick up a ready made basket on race day at the Blue Ridge Hunt Tent. ML

Photos: 1. Huntsman Graham Buston arrives with the Blue Ridge hounds. 2. Izzy’s Mark won the Maiden Flat race trained by Susan Cooney followed by Somerset Rose and Gandhi’s Teardrop. 3. A visit from the Blue Ridge hounds is always a hit. 4. Antique car show was also present at the races. 5. The Easter Bunny made an appearance at the Blue Ridge Hunt races. 6. The excitement of the stick pony race was overwhelming for this little girl.

7. Teresa Croce wins the Amateur-Novice Rider Hurdle on Virginia Envy followed by the trainer for both horses Carl Rafter on Tiz Tasty Too.

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NEWEST PARK IN NOVA PARKS SYSTEM

Mt. Defiance Remembered & Respected Photos by Michelle Baker

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embers of the community joined NOVA Parks, government leaders and other preservation partners at the ribbon cutting for region’s newest park, Battle of Middleburg | Mt. Defiance Historic Park on Friday, April 26.

One of the youngest volunteers who played a significant role in the park’s opening was Patrick Carter who built benches and a kiosk as his Eagle Scout Service Project.

“I have been in scouting since 2nd grade, and I have had a lifelong dream of becoming an Eagle Scout. I chose Mt. Defiance as my Eagle Scout Service Project because I absolutely love history, and I wanted to help the park open so that other people can learn about the history of Middleburg,” said Carter, whose family has a long history in the area. “I see Eagle Scout as a way of helping other Scouts and my community, and to hopefully earn scholarships so that I can earn a bachelors degree in fire/public safety, as well as working on a teaching certification in history.”

Following the ribbon cutting and informative park tour, NOVA Parks staff invited guests to join them at Mt. Defiance Cidery Barn for the second celebration of day-the kickoff for the official NOVA Parks 1863 Fund which is a new endowment set up through the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia to help provide long-term

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support for five area parks. The success of this endowment can help promote more conservation in the area and assure that these historic sites are well maintained and available to the public for generations to come.

The Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority has assembled five regional parks with a common history along Rt. 50 from Gilberts Corner to Upperville. These five parks included Gilberts Corner Regional Park, Mt. Zion Historic Park, Aldie Mill Historic Park, Battle of Middleburg/Mt.Defiance Historic Park, and Battle of Upperville/Goose Creek Bridge Historic Park all played a central role in the four days of battle in 1863 that are known as the battles of Aldie, Middleburg, and Upperville.

These battles that were part of the Gettysburg Campaign are an important part of the story of America.

NOVA Parks worked with many partners

Visitors can visit the historic Civil War-era buildings still standing at Mt. Defiance, including a blacksmith’s shop and cottage, both of which were actually on site during the battle and played a role in forces taking cover. People are not permitted inside the structures but are free to walk the grounds surrounding the park which is open daily from dawn to dusk.

Mt. Defiance Historic Park is located at 35945 John Mosby Highway in Middleburg.

Check the kiosk or visit www. novaparks.com/parks/battle-of-middleburg-mt-defiance-historic-park for the seasonal guided tour schedule.

including the American Battlefield Trust (Civil War Trust), Fauquier and Loudoun Garden Club, Piedmont Environmental Council, Mosby Heritage Area Association and Friends of Balls Bluff to preserve these sites and interpret their history to the public. ML Top: Guests at the Mt. Defiance Historic Park ribbon cutting enjoyed an enlightening tour about the property and battles.

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A DAY AWAY IN...

NEW CREATIVE ENERGY EMERGES IN

WINCHESTER Story by Chelsea Rose Moore Photos by Jacob Hurst

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hat city is home to an annual indie film festival and weekend food and beer tours? Here’s a hint: it also offers outdoor movie nights, a bustling nightlife, First Fridays, farmers markets, beer festivals, concerts and comedy nights, historical monuments, and Civil War battlefields.

We’re talking about Old Town Winchester, which has become a hub for good food, artistic talent, and community.

Winchester has something for everyone.

The Walking Mall is home to antique shops, galleries, escape rooms, knitting shops, home décor boutiques, clothing and shoe stores, and so much more!

Recent years have brought an explosion of creative energy to Winchester and its Walking Mall. Justin Kerns, the executive director of the Winchester-Frederick County Convention and Visitors Bureau, attributes this growth to an expansive renovation completed in 2012. The renovation added arches welcoming visitors to Old Town Winchester, a splash pad for kids, and public restrooms.

Cleaning up the pedestrian mall brought a surge of new life to the city and attracted innovative new businesses and people.

“After the city said, ‘We are going to invest in the heart of our community,’ it significantly changed,” Kerns said, “It’s opened the door for a lot of creative small business owners. Before that, Old Town wasn’t really a place you wanted to go hang out. [Now] you have a lot of creative people moving in and that changes a vibe. We have a lot of women-owned small businesses, from restaurants to shops.”

There’s the popular Bright Box Theater, located in Old Town, which hosts multiple live shows and experiences each week, from comedy nights to local bands. It’s grown to become the heart of artistic talent in the city.

Kerns pointed out that it’s woman-owned.

So are local favorites, such as the Hideaway Café, Espresso Bar & Café, and Fresco Kitchen. And the list goes on. Locals flock to these places, because of the quality of food, the creative vibe, and the friendliness of its owners and staff.

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Cline’s hometown. You can tour her home, walk the streets she walked, and even order burgers, fries, and milkshakes at one of her favorite restaurants (Snow White Grill, here’s looking at you!).

Can’t get enough of history? You’ll love Winchester’s National Historic Park, George Washington’s Office Museum, and Stonewall Jackson’s Headquarters Museum. You might also enjoy learning that Winchester’s streets have been graced by George Washington, Davy Crockett, and Stonewall Jackson.

There’s history everywhere you look.

The Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival, the king of Winchester’s annual events, finished up on May 5. Each year, thousands visit Winchester during its iconic celebration of spring.

If it’s been awhile since you’ve explored Winchester, there’s no better time to visit. You might be surprised by what you find. Don’t know where to start? Let us help!

THE HIDEAWAY CAFÉ A good starting point, this is a popular place amongst locals. If you’re looking to grab a quick bite, try their chicken salad sandwich, which is served on a croissant. Their chicken salad has a stellar reputation, some even referring to it as “legendary.” Locals buy it by the pint and take it home. The Hideaway Café also has a delicious stacked veggie sandwich and salad with strawberries, bacon, and goat cheese. Coming soon- coffee martinis.

141 S Loudoun St., Winchester SEXI-MEXI BURRITO BAR Walk into Sexi-Mexi Burrito Bar and you’ll be greeted by bright coral and lime green walls, vibrant murals, and a cool and eclectic vibe.

You may have seen the Sexi-Mexi food truck at community events over the years.

Owner Crissy Willis has run the food truck for eight years, taking it to music festivals, breweries, and special events, like the Lucketts Spring Market and Mother’s Day Garden Fair at Blandy Experimental Farm.

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Winchester | From page 40 same feeling to a brick and mortar shop. She opened her Winchester restaurant in October of 2017.

“What always drew me to Winchester was the pedestrian-friendly nature of downtown,” Willis said, “The amount of time and energy the local government has put into marketing Winchester and beautifying it …

[I knew] Winchester would be a demographic [that was] receptive to what Sexi-Mexi is trying to do.”

When she opened the restaurant, she wanted to keep things simple: serve as much local food as possible and design high-quality cocktails that were “crisp, clean, but flavorful.” Most importantly, she would keep her burrito-fusion that customers had come to love. Her creative burritos range from Mexican-style to Indian.

She loves switching things out seasonally with rotating specials. Her cocktails are served in Mason jars with stainless steel straws, making it truly Instagram-worthy.

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FELLOWSHIP OF THE SIP Fellowship of the Sip is one of Winchester’s hidden gems. As an organic tea house, restaurant, and tiny boutique, this family-owned place is calming and soul-soothing. The owners go the extra mile with all things, from growing their own sprouts to sourcing meats and cheeses from local farms.

The white ginger peach tea is not to be missed. Neither is the gluten-free chocolate ginger cake, served with a dollop of whipped cream and a spoonful of jam.

33 S Loudoun St., Winchester MOE’S DONUT SHOP Light and airy, these donuts are dangerous for a couple reasons. First, they are unbelievably delicious. Secondly, they are so light you can eat a few without feeling them.

Get here early in the day, before they close or sell out!

28 E Piccadilly St., Winchester THE GERMAN TABLE Find schnitzel, bratwurst, sauerkraut, spätzle, pretzels with mustard, and German

beer here. The German Table is modeled after a German “imbiss,” which is translated as “snack” or “a snack place.” In Germany, these are roadside food stands serving street food, designed for guests wanting a quick bite.

“This is a very German-inspired place,” said owner Nathalie Miller. As a German herself, she grew up in Luxembourg and has always dreamed of opening a German restaurant. “I’m like a German Chipotle. It’s fast food.”

In keeping with its no-frills approach, The German Table doesn’t have a waitstaff; instead patrons order a la carte items from the counter. Just like at a German imbiss, food is served on paper plates.

The German Table opened in October 2018, the night before Winchester’s Oktoberfest began. Miller loves watching German customers return again and again, finding a little taste of home in Winchester.

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Winchester | From page 41 your coffee on the sweeter side, order their oatmeal cookie latte. If you’re a tea lover, try their iced strawberry orange black breakfast tea. Head out back to their Secret Garden, containing a patio area with outdoor seating. There’s brick wall filled with vines that come to life in the spring, truly making the space feel like a hidden garden.

165 North Loudoun St., Winchester If you need to walk off your food, don’t miss the classic Kimberly’s Boutique, a Winchester mainstay, and The Polka Dot Pot, a bright and airy pottery-painting studio offering DIY classes. We love the Winchester Book Gallery, a 46-year old community bookstore. They host a plethora of events, book signings, and fun activities, like a blind date with a book. The Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum will keep your kids engaged for hours. With multiple floors of learning activities, this will be a favorite stop for kids. If you’re in search of a nice dinner, head to Violino Restorante Italiano, a classic Italian restaurant serving amazing food.

We hope our little guide serves as a helpful starting point for your Winchester explorations! Other notable eateries that are not located on the Historic Walking Mall, but are absolutely worth a visit: HOPSCOTCH COFFEE & RECORDS One-part hipster coffee shop, one-part record shop, with a hint of grunge and rock n’ roll, this place is a

destination for artisan coffee lovers.

250 Millwood Ave., Winchester VALERIE HILL VINEYARD & WINERY Come for the wine, stay for the history. This is a favorite for locals.

1687 Marlboro Road, Stephens City OAK STONE CRAFT PIZZA & BAR Oak Stone is putting out the vibe, and we sure feel it. With an incredible seasonal cocktail menu and equally incredible wood-fired pizzas, this spot is definitely worth a visit – or two or five.

100 Valley Ave., Winchester CRUSH WINE BAR With an extensive wine menu and delicious small plates (think roasted bone marrow and shakshuka with quail eggs) and fun trivia games to play with your group, this is a worthwhile stop.

3031-103 Valley Ave., Winchester BONNIE BLUE SOUTHERN MARKET & BAKERY Texas-style barbeque, legendary biscuits, macaroni and cheese, and fried chicken. Need we say more? Don’t leave Winchester without stopping here.

334 W Boscawen St., Winchester WEST OAKS FARM MARKET West Oaks is a farm market for the whole family! Start with an afternoon of strawberry picking, then stock up on produce and locally made foods in the market, and end with soup, a sandwich, or a burger in the café.

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There are a plethora of food and drink options on Winchester’s walking mall. Not sure where to start? Join a Taste Winchester Food Tour and dine at six places in the course of an afternoon. Then find a place you like and make a return visit.

Tour hosts Misty Weaver and Anthony Morelli began leading food tours in September 2018. The tours were birthed from their love of Old Town Winchester and desire to introduce locals and tourists alike to new restaurants and foods.

The tours are woven with history about the town and walking mall, from architectural facts to notable sites, like the Shenandoah Valley Civil War Museum and Cannon Ball House (a house with a cannon ball lodged in its outer wall since 1862 – even decorated with a historical plaque).

Weaver and Morelli are engaging and fun hosts, with a desire to help tourists (and locals) fall in love with the town of Winchester, just as they have. Their backgrounds are complimentary to the tours: Weaver is on the board of Winchester’s Old Town Business Association and works as a realtor, giving her deep insight into the town. Their love for Winchester is contagious.

“What we love most and why we feel so strongly about people visiting Winchester is its uncompromising small-town charm with big history, wonderful architecture, and incredibly positive spirit,” said Morelli, “What drove us to start the Taste Winchester History Tours was the enthusiasm of the people who offer Winchester amazing food, wonderful craft beverages, and the cooperative spirit among and between the amazing local businesses who give so much back to their patrons and the entire community.”

Morelli observed that when people find a restaurant they love, they often dine there again and again – and even order the same thing every time. His goal is to introduce guests to new places and encourage them to step outside their comfort zones and try something new.

At each stop on the tour, the food and drinks are introduced by the restaurant’s owner. You’ll try something delicious at each place, maybe even a special off-menu item, prepared exclusively for Taste Winchester Food Tours.

The relaxed pace of the tour allows guests to get to know one another over food and drinks. Be prepared to make new friends, share laughs, and maybe even exchange numbers at the end.

Food Tours are held on Saturday afternoons and History and Hops Beer & Cider Tours are held on Sundays. Private tours are available upon request.

Learn more by visiting tastewinchesterhistory.com.

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he V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, just announced the fifth annual Virginia Vine netted nearly $500,000 to help achieve Victory Over Cancer®. The sold-out gala hosted by Joe Theismann, former quarterback of the Super Bowl XVII Champion Washington Redskins, was held at Stone Tower Winery on April 27. The funds raised will support Virginia’s world-class cancer research institutions, as well as groundbreaking research projects across the country.

Featured speaker Paul Begala, CNN commentator and professor at Georgetown University, delighted the guests with his speech.

“Virginia Vine is the premier event in beautiful Loudoun County,” said Theismann.

“The momentum grows each year, as we work toward Victory Over Cancer®. It was fantastic to have so many come out in support of the nation’s best cancer research, and listening to Paul made for a truly special evening. I’m already looking forward to 2020!”

Throughout the evening, Virginia Vine showcased outstanding wine, culinary delights and one-of-a-kind auction items. A cocktail reception was followed by a seated dinner with Stone Tower Winery wine parings. Theismann, Susan Braun, CEO of the V Foundation, and George Bodenheimer, V Foundation board member and former president of ESPN, welcomed supporters. Begala emphasized how cancer does not discriminate and the importance of funding to help save lives, such as his father’s.

The night continued with a live auction, which boasted amazing items and lively bidding, including a fund-a-need for prostate cancer. Auction items include a dinner party with Mary Matalin and James Carville; the ultimate UVA basketball experience with a Coach Tony Bennett meet and greet; and a day on the field with the Baltimore Ravens.

“You could not have asked for a better weekend than Virginia Vine,” said Begala.

“From the wine, to the views, to the friendships and the cause – it was a weekend straight out of a storybook. Stopping cancer is so important to me. Coming together as a community to celebrate breakthroughs in research and raise money to fund even more

was incredible.”

The weekend also included a cancer research symposium at the Salamander Resort & Spa. Joseph Moore, M.D., medical director of the Duke Raleigh Cancer Center and professor of Hematology and Oncology at Duke Cancer Center, hosted the symposium to reinforce the urgency and momentum behind research today. Each of the Virginia Vine mission partners – Inova Schar Cancer Institute, University of Virginia Health System Cancer Center and Virginia Commonwealth

University Massey Cancer Center – will receive a mission grant. The V Foundation will also fund competitive team science research in Virginia. Net proceeds over and above these grants will fund research projects nationwide. A scientist from each research center participated in the symposium, sharing an update on their important work. ML Top: Cocktail hour on the grounds. Bottom left: Joe Theismann congratulating Mike Huber. Bottom right: Paul Begala.

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THERE’S MUSIC IN THE AIR PRESENTING THE 2019 MIDDLEBURG CONCERT SERIES Photo and story by Linda Barrett

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n a recent Sunday afternoon, I was delighted by the beautiful sounds of The Van Buren Winds, the first of four performances scheduled for the 2019 Middleburg Concert Series and held in the beautiful antebellum Middleburg United Methodist Church. The music of the wind instruments, accompanied by the piano, filled the air with pure pleasure for all in attendance. The performance was followed by a lovely reception where attendees could meet and speak with the artists themselves.

The idea for the Middleburg Concert Series (MCS) arose when the church music director, along with two of the musicians who had previously performed for church services, met with members Leah Ferguson and Linda Taylor to suggest having musical performances outside church services. That’s when the two women set up a vehicle for a series of secular music of virtuoso performances in a separate 501(c)(3). The series now puts on three performances and one gala benefit each year.

“When we started this, there wasn’t any fine music in Middleburg, and so many people did not want to drive into D.C. for concerts. We also have many visitors here and this gives them something to do as a destination,” Taylor explained. “The church is centrally located and offers wonderful acoustics.

“Our music is not totally classical highbrow,” she continued. “We did an evening on Broadway, a movie theme music concert, and a number of other types of performances. We try to vary the performances so that we offer something anyone can enjoy. But basically, they’re all virtuoso performers with beautiful music played well on gorgeous instruments.

That’s what sets us apart.” Each year dozens of artists approach the MCS for the opportunity to perform, and the series is chosen by a music committee.

A permanent highlight of the series is the church’s piano. The 1928 Steinway Model A3 with its original keys and soundboard offers wonderful sound complimentary to any performance. It is a favorite of visiting performers.

This year, the group allied with the Shenandoah Conservatory, where MCS’ third trustee, Dudley Oakes teaches as an

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“We are grateful to the Shenandoah Conservatory for their assistance. Top performers come there to offer seminars to the students and the opportunity is there to bring us a concert too while they are there,” Ferguson said.

Although run by volunteers, the MCS must raise funds to cover the costs of the musicians, publicity and advertising. This is done through several means including ticket prices, program ad sales, series underwriting sponsors, and the yearly gala benefit. Season subscribers receive premier seating at the front of the church, although there is not a bad seat in the house. Tickets to regular performances are $20 and are available online or at the door.

This year’s summer gala benefit, An Evening with Gershwin, features American pianist Thomas Pandolfi. A graduate of The Juilliard School, and famous for his interpretations of Gershwin, Hamlisch and Bernstein, Pandolfi has performed with some of the county’s major orchestras, as well as a nationwide recital tour and international appearances.

In honor of this September performance, Oakes will be lending the series his special piano, a Steinway Centennial Concert Grand, a style known as the Centennial after being exhibited at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia and winning the gold medal in 1876.

According to Taylor, only 100 of this beautifully ornate rosewood piano were ever made, and only 44 remain in existence.

Held in the ballroom of the private estate Elysian Fields, the gala will include dinner and cocktails. The evening’s performance is limited to 100 people. Tickets to the gala and series performances are available through Eventbrite, middleburgconcerts@gmail.com or 540-592-1660.

Future performances for 2019 include the following. Unless otherwise noted, performances take place at the Middleburg United Methodist Church: A Romantic Afternoon Sunday, June 2, 4 p.m.

Featuring the charismatic and captivating cellist Julian Schwarz and pianist Marika Bournaki, a former child prodigy. After achieving widespread acclaim in their fields, the two formed an award-winning duo.

An Evening with Gershwin Saturday, Sept. 7, 6 p.m.

Thomas Pandolfi, a spell-binding classical pianist will delight guests at the annual gala benefit held in the ballroom of the private estate Elysian Fields. Performance includes cocktails and dinner.

A Christmas Spectacular Saturday, Dec. 14, 4 p.m.

A performance by the Shenandoah University Conservatory Chorale under the direction of Matt Oltman, director emeritus of the Grammy Award-winning Chanticleer chorale, includes classical and contemporary holiday favorites. ML

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Middleburg Barn Equestrian Festival PLANNED FOR JUNE 1

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arly Bird discounted tickets on-sale now for the Middleburg Barn Equestrian Festival on Saturday, June 1.

General admission tickets are $10 at the gate or $5 if purchased before May 17. Ticket price includes on-site parking, admission, and access to horse jumping arena, music stages, food trucks, and exhibit areas.

The Wine Tasting Ticket includes General Admission benefits plus tasting glass and six (6) 2-oz. wine tastes. If you want an Early Bird price, better grab that $26 ticket by May 17. Wine Tasting Tickets will go to $35 after May 17.

If your taste runs more toward lagers, grab an Early Bird Beer Tasting Ticket which includes General Admission benefits plus tasting glass and eight (8) 4-oz. beer tastes for $22. On-site purchase is $30.

And for those who just want it all, there is the Unlimited Experience Package which includes General Admission benefits, plus

tasting glass and unlimited tastes of beer and wine. Also includes $15 meal voucher, complimentary admission to After Party, and access to VIP Lounge.

And there is even an Early Bird price for that unlimited day of fun: $85; On-site purchase of $95. However, there is a limited quantity available.

After Party Ticket includes ONLY admission to After Party (beginning at 6 p.m.), featuring complimentary buffet courtesy of Glory Days Grill, wine tasting, and concert by Hypnotic Willie. Early Bird price is $25.

More than a dozen local wineries and breweries will be on-site, including: • Greenhill Winery & Vineyards • Mt. Defiance Cidery & Distillery • The Craft of Brewing • Bike TrAle Brewing (stet) • Old Ox Brewery Performances by • Hypnotic Willie

• Houk Robinson Duo • Dan Barry • Alex Pilotti • Katie & Kelly Come for the food and enjoy fantastic food truck fare, pony rides, antique auto exhibition, and cornhole and horseshoe competitions all centered around the first competitive show jumping competition of the season at the beautiful Middleburg Barn at Fox Chase Farm.

Use code MIDDLEBURGBARN for a $5 discount on upgraded ticket types. The Middleburg Barn Equestrian Festival benefits in part the Middleburg Humane Foundation.

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West Wins 50th Annual Bluemont Fair Poster Contest

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rganizers of the 50th Annual Bluemont Fair recently announced the winner of this year’s poster design contest: Jody West, marketing director for the National Sporting Library & Museum in Middleburg. Her design was selected from a crowded field of more than 20 submissions by artists from throughout the region.

In addition to her work at the library, West runs a busy freelance design business, creates “found object” sculptures, and is a member of the Torpedo Factory Artists Association in Alexandria.

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first fair) with a crescent man-in-the-moon overlooking the old Bluemont Schoolhouse (now Community Center) with tents, food trucks, musicians, and fair visitors throughout the grounds. According to the Deborah Snyder of the Bluemont Citizens Association, even the balloon lettering of the design reminded the judges of that long-ago time. The art will grace the Bluemont Fair’s distinctive poster, T-shirt, and fair memorabilia during this milestone year.

The two-day fair is scheduled to be held Sept. 21-22. For more information about the Bluemont Fair, visit www.bluemontfair.org or call 540-554-2367. ML

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Petunia is a 1-yearold, spayed female, DSH. She came to MHF from a colony where we have been conducting TNR. She is very friendly and social and would love to have a place to call home where she can sit in the sunbeams for naps and chase mice toys all day.

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Mother’s Day Full Tea at Blooming Hill Lavender Farm (12 – 3 p.m.) Take your mother to tea and celebrate Mother’s Day on Friday, May 10, or Saturday, May 11 with an interpretive program by public historian, Tracy Gillespie, who will talk about Loudoun’s women during the Civil War. Savor the traditional and scrumptious tea in the springtime garden. $35/adult. $20/children under 8 years old. RSVP by contacting Cyndie at 703-431-0779 or email her at bloominghillva@gmail.com.

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summer! Get ready for a fun evening featuring DJ Georgie, Tip Top Photo Booths, a cigar lounge by Middleburg Tobacco Company, and coverage by the area’s top influencers. RSVP on Facebook facebook.com/ events/401532907328680.

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Mother’s Day Garden Fair at Blandy Experimental Farm (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.) The State Arboretum of Virginia hosts its annual Garden Fair which is a huge plant and garden supply sale. The weekend of events includes guided tours, activities for children, and food trucks. Admission is $15 per car, or $10 in advance online at blandy.virginia.edu.

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Mother & Daughter, Yoga & Tea Workshop at the Salamander Resort (2 p.m.) Getaway for a mother and daughter day out! Enjoy a 90-minute yoga class followed by afternoon tea with delicious pastries. Cost is $45 per person. Reservations required, please call 540-326-4060.

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Mother’s Day Celebration at The Goodstone Inn & Restaurant (11 a.m. – 3 p.m.) Treat Mom to an elegant buffet brunch on Mother’s Day! The cost is $65 per adult and $30 per child.

Call 540-657-3333 to reserve your place at our table.

5/14

Biz Buzz at Mystique Jewelers (5:30 – 7:30 p.m.) This month the Middleburg Business and Professional Association Biz Buzz will be held at Mystique Jewelers. The monthly events bring local business owners and professionals together to network and provide local businesses with an opportunity to showcase their facilities and services. RSVP via Facebook or by e-mail to info@visitmiddleburgva.com.

Members free, future members $10.

5/17

5/11

Meet the Author at Second Chapter Books (1-4 p.m.)

Talk with author Linda McCain about One Bad Decision, her new gripping murder mystery set in Washington D.C. Get your copy signed and enjoy light refreshments at the bookstore! To reserve a copy, contact Second Chapter Books at 540-687-7016.

5/12

5/11-12

Shakespeare Opera Theatre Presents Elizabethan Entertainments (7:30 p.m.) Experience what drove all of the Virgin Queen’s court (and her famous Father, Henry VIII) mad with love, jealousy and laughter as Shakespeare Opera Theatre presents the perfect repast for those lovers of the spring. Performances are on Saturday, May 11 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 12 at 5 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church. Find details and tickets at shakespeareoperatheatre.com.

5/12

Mother’s Day Grand Brunch Buffet at the Salamander Resort (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.) Indulge mom and thank her for all that she does this Mother’s Day with a savory celebration. The grand buffet features an extensive omelet bar, interactive pasta cooking station, elaborate seafood tower, indulgent steak carving, and bottomless mimosas. A special children’s buffet and a dessert display will be available. Cost is $98 per adult, $45 per child. Reservations required, please call 540-326-4070.

Canter & Crawl: The Glass Sculpture of Joan Danziger Opening (6 – 8 p.m.) Join the National Sporting Library & Museum to celebrate the opening of Canter & Crawl: The Glass Sculpture of Joan Danziger! Reception and exhibition viewing from 6-7 p.m., lecture by artist Joan Danziger at 7 p.m. $10 admission, free to NSLM members. RSVP to info@nationalsporting.org or 540-687-6542 x4.

5/17-19

Piedmont Regional Art Show & Sale A highlight of spring, this annual event at Grace Episcopal Church gives area artists the opportunity to come together with collectors who appreciate the results of their creativity and talent! Opening Gala held Friday, May 17 from 6-8:30 p.m. The art show and sale continues Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. Learn more at gracetheplains.org.

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5/18

Middleburg Annual Spring Arts Celebration (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.) The Middleburg Arts Council and the Town of Middleburg will host the spring installment of its biannual arts celebration, Art in the Burg. Artwork from more than 17 local and regional artists of different styles, forms and subject matter will be on display on Madison Street (next to King Street Oyster Bar), with live music from folk rock/Americana duo The Glimpses.

5/18

Coffee with the Curator at the National Sporting Library & Museum (10 – 11:30 a.m.) Enjoy an informal coffee reception and tour of Canter & Crawl: The Glass Sculpture of Joan Danziger with the artist. Coffee reception at 10 a.m., with a tour of the exhibition at 10:30 a.m. Admission is $5, free to NSLM members. RSVP to info@ nationalsporting.org or 540-687-6542 x4.

5/18

A Night of Music at the Middleburg United Methodist Church (6-9 p.m.) Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and music from talented local musicians at Middleburg United Methodist Church. Proceeds benefit The United Methodist Women’s missions: Back Pack Buddies, Angel Tree, and the Loudoun Abused Women’s Shelter. Learn more at middleburgunitedmethodistchurch. org.

5/18-19

Cinderella Ballet (3 p.m.) Audiences will be whisked away to the magical world of Cinderella with her Fairy Godmother, evil stepmother and stepsisters, and other fanciful creatures. The Loudoun Ballet Performing Arts Company is NOVA’s largest and most active pre-professional ballet company. Performances held at Loudoun Valley High School in Purcellville. Online ticket pricing is $12/child and $15/adult. Details and tickets at lbpac.org.

5/18-19

L ou d oun Spring Farm Tour (10 a.m.

– 4 p.m.) The twice-annual Loudoun Farm Tours attract thousands of visitors from across the country to the beautiful Loudoun Valleys. Visitors can enjoy free, self-guided driving tours to participating farms and craft beverage venues, with animals, agriculture, and a chance to learn more about farming in

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$30 per child. Reservations required, please call 540-326-4070.

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5/31

Baby Goat Yoga at Greenhill Winery to benefit the Visit Loudoun Foundation (11 a.m. – noon) Get away from life’s hustle and bustle and join us for outdoor goat yoga. After practice, enjoy $10 mimosas in the tasting room and the Holy Crepes truck will be onsite for guests to treat themselves to a tasty brunch. All participants must purchase tickets in advance.

Please BYO yoga mat. Find details and tickets at greenhillvineyards.com/calendar.

Disco Fever! at the Hill School (2 – 3 p.m.) Join the INOVA Stroke Survivor Choir, Different Strokes for Different Folks, for its annual community spring concert. “Hot Stuff ” and “Dancing in the Moonlight” are just a couple of songs on the ticket for this upbeat concert full of 70’s music. The event is held at The Hill School and is free. Learn more at aplacetobeva.org.

5/25

MCC Public Pool Opening Weekend (11 a.m. – 6 p.m.) MCC pool opens Memorial Day Weekend and will remain open on weekends only. Starting June 8, the pool will be open 7 days a week through the remainder of the summer. Find details and prices at middleburgcommunitycenter.com/pool-1.

5/25

Memorial Day Picnics Class with Chef Dinah Corley at the Salamander Resort (2 p.m.) Work with our guest chef, Dinah Corley, on preparing the perfect summer picnic. Learn to make summer rice salad, French bean salad, buttermilk fried chicken tenders, ginger marinated melon skewers, and early berry hand pies. Cost is $79 per person. Reservations required, please call 540-326-4070.

5/25-26

Delaplane Strawberry Festival (10

a.m. – 5 p.m.) The famous Delaplane Strawberry Festival returns for its 26th year.

The two day event at Sky Meadows State Park cost $25 per car/ per-day at the gate or $20 in advance. Find details and tickets at delaplanestrawberryfestival.com.

5/26

Brats, Burgers & Blues BBQ at the Salamander Resort (1 – 6 p.m.) Kick-off the summer with a backyard BBQ and no clean up. Live music and lawn games to enjoy. Cost is $55 per person,

Strawberry Jubilee Festival at Great Country Farms (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.) Join in the fun for two weekends of May 25-27 and June 1- 2 for the longest running strawberry festival in Loudoun County. The jubilee is packed with live music, farm contests, wagon rides, a visit from the Strawberry Princess, and great food.

Tickets are $10/child and $12/adult for a full day of fun on the farm. For more details, visit greatcountryfarms.com.

Open Late Summer Concert Series at the National Sporting Library & Museum (6-8 p.m.) The Open Late Summer Concert Series returns.

The May Concert features the Bryan Shepherd Country Band with partners Blue Ridge Wildlife Foundation, Land Trust of Virginia, and Middleburg Humane Foundation. Added bonus, the museum stays open late and is free for concert goers, too. Find more details at nationalsporting.org.

6/1-2

Western Loudoun Artists Studio Tour (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.) The Western Loudoun Artists Studio Tour offers a weekend of art and shopping.

Meet more than 60 talented artists as you wind through the scenic countryside and historic villages of western Loudoun County.

Enjoy paintings, pottery, jewelry, photography, fiber, sculpture, and more! This event is free and open to the public. Learn more and map your route by visiting wlast.org.

6/3-9

Upperville Colt & Horse Show (8 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

The historic Upperville Colt & Horse Show returns to celebrate its 166th anniversary. General admission is $15 per day. To learn more, visit upperville.com or email uchs1853@gmail.com.

6/8

East Meets West Charity Concert (3-6 p.m.) Hear master musicians Ngũ Cung Group from Vietnam and The Fiddle Diva from Virginia play in harmony to support the Hope for Children in Vietnam, a 501(c)(3) charity supporting orphans and street children in Vietnam Inc. at the Sheila C. Johnson Performing Arts Center at The Hill School on June 8. Funds raised by the concert, silent auction and refreshments will be used to provide food, clothing, and medical care. Suggested donation $35. Tax deductible. Sponsored by Paul Clausen of Long & Foster.

Local adventure, lifetime memories.

From adventures to memories and everything in between.

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

For reservations please call 877.840.2063

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The Plains ~ Stunning addition & complete restoration create an elegant classic Virginia manor house. Attention to detail throughout including a custom designed kitchen open to the family room. Property also includes pool, guest house & 4 stall barn on 18 acres in the Orange County Hunt Territory. Convenient access to I-66, Rt. 50 and Dulles $2,675,000 International Airport

Cricket Bedford 540-229-3201

FOX FORD FARM

Jeffersonton ~ Unique 4 BR country house with pool and outbuildings. 1 and 1/2 mile of Rappahannock river frontage.

Open, rolling fields. Investment, horse farm, brewery, B&B, farming or winery potential. All around views, flowering gardens, privacy and peace. 15 minutes to Warrenton. $1,991,000 on 239+acres or $1,443,000 on 142 acres

Rein duPont 540-454-3355

Marshall ~ A French country home in the prestigious horse and wine country of Northern Fauquier County. Sited on 50 acres with views of rolling pastures, a spring fed pond and the Blue Ridge Mountains. A country escape that elegantly combines warmth with simplicity. Superb construction makes this home very energy efficient. Bring your horses in Orange County Hunt territory with great ride out. 45 minutes from Dulles International airport and an hour from downtown Washington D.C. $1,850,000

Cricket Bedford 540-229-3201

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Paris ~ Circa 1770, lovely stone and stucco farm house sits at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains on 20+ acres surrounded by protected lands, spectacular protected views of Paris valley. Meticulous exterior renovations include re-pointed stonework, metal roof, 2 large additions, covered porch, basement, buried electric, well and septic, fully fenced, mature trees & boxwoods. Ready for $1,150,000 all your interior finishes.

Rebecca Poston (540) 771-7520

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Delaplane ~ Estate on 27 acres of rolling countryside with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The all brick 3 level residence features 5 BR and 5 BA, spacious rooms and huge floor to ceiling windows. The grounds include a pool with stone terraces, a center aisle stable, a huge indoor riding arena and a tenant/guest house. Ideally located with easy access to the nation’s Capital. $1,150,000

Mary Ann McGowan 540-270-1124

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Marshall ~ Turn-key rambler style home lovingly redesigned over the years to create an open, light-filled feel. Features open foyer, gourmet kitchen, spacious family room with a dining area, attached studio, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, basement and 2-car garage. Set on 10+ park-like acres with open pastures, stonewalls and mature trees. Bring your horses! Area is a bird lovers dream come true. Minutes to Marshall and easy access to I-66. $687,500

Cricket Bedford 540-229-3201

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Delaplane ~ Unique opportunity to complete this unfinished home sited on 5+ acres. Seller took old rambler down to the sub-flooring and created this wonderful new Craftsman style home with million $ views! Floor plan features an open Kitchen, Dining Room and Living Room. 1st floor Master BR with luxury BA and large Walk-In. Separate Office and Laundry/Mudroom. 2 Guest BRs on 2nd level with 2 BA. Rec. Room in lower level. Ideal commuter location with easy access to I-66, Marshall, Middleburg and more. $789,000

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The Plains ~ Custom built Colonial located between villages of Marshall & The Plains. Open floor plan and an incredible number of windows and skylights. This family home has 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths on two finished levels. Hardwood floors on the main level with new carpeting upstairs. Gourmet Kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a separate Breakfast Room. Additional features - Stone fireplace, solarium, game room and wrap around deck. Don’t miss! $649,000

Cricket Bedford 540-229-3201

STONE HOUSE

The Plains ~ Rare opportunity to live on a farm located between Middleburg and The Plains. Super attractive stone house for rent long term on large farm. Located in the most desirable area of Orange County Hunt territory. 7 BR and 4 BA. Renovated Country Kitchen with new appliances, DR with Fireplace, LR with Fireplace & Hardwood floors throughout. Very private and quiet. $3,000/mo

Rein duPont 540-454-3355

See the full listings and exclusive properties in hunt country by visiting THOMAS-TALBOT.com

THOMAS & TALBOT REAL ESTATE Susie Ashcom

Cricket Bedford Cathy Bernache Snowden Clarke John Coles Rein duPont Cary Embury

A Staunch Supporter of Land Easements

LAND AND ESTATE AGENTS

1967 Middleburg, VA 20118

(540) 687- 6500

Julien Lacaze

2019

Phillip S. Thomas, Sr. Celebrating his 57th year in Real Estate

Anne V. Marstiller Brian McGowan Jim McGowan Mary Ann McGowan Rebecca Poston Emily Ristau

Offers subject to errors, omissions, change of price or withdrawal without notice. Information contained herein is deemed reliable, but is not so warranted nor is it otherwise guaranteed.

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