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YOUR FAVORITE FALL FESTIVALS ARE BACK

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t’s that time of year again in Middleburg — the hunting season is just around the corner and the first tantalizing signs of fall have started to appear. However, for Hunt Country residents, September is also significant for another reason: it marks a month of charitable giving to local organizations doing incredible work in the community. Read on to learn more about four of the biggest local benefits of 202l, which organizations host them, and most importantly, what the funds they raise are put toward.

SPROUT DREAM BIG GALA The Sprout DREAM BIG Black-Tie Gala will be held on Saturday, September 25, celebrating the Sprout Therapeutic Riding & Education Center’s 10th anniversary. According to founder and executive director Brooke Waldron, the gala is truly a “celebration of impact” and “deeply rooted in its mission of service, being held in the barn where lives are changed every day.” Sprout’s mis-

sion is to provide hope, healing, empowerment, and recovery through partnerships with horses.

The money raised at the DREAM BIG Gala subsidizes every hour of service by offsetting necessary expenses. These expenses include the maintenance of a 27-acre farm, caring for 19 horses, individualized lesson materials and adaptive equipment, and rider scholarships. These resources allow Sprout to serve approximately 150 students per week, totaling up to 4,000 hours per year. In addition, the funds raised are often used to perform maintenance and upgrades to the farm’s facilities. In the past, money from the gala has been used to add critical infrastructure to the facility and staffing. This year, Sprout hopes to utilize a portion of the funds raised to purchase new footing for the arenas and launch a paddock fencing repair project.

Each year, Sprout chooses a horse to honor at the gala. This year’s horse is Duke, a 16.2 hand 26-year-old Clydesdale Thoroughbred Cross.

According to Waldron, “he’s the best partner because he’s able to do it all — from riding to driving, wheelchair mounts, and ground-based programming — he serves a wide range of people, and his presence makes each person so special.”

He is a favorite among military members and is the guardian of the herd, keeping the younger horses in line. The name “DREAM BIG” was chosen with Duke in mind, because he is the largest horse in the barn. Waldron emphasized that “we always use [the gala] to appreciate the horses that serve alongside us” because they are such a central part of Sprout’s mission and purpose.

The decor for the gala will be themed to look like an enchanted forest. Director of Philanthropy Timothy Mooney remarked that “the transformation from a working barn into an elegant black-tie fundraiser is like nothing I’ve ever seen.” Chandeliers, plants, and flowering trees will be brought in to create a truly awe-inspiring Benefits | Page 5

Left: Photo courtesy of Sprout. Right (from l to r): Saskia Florence: Sprout Gala Chairperson, Brooke Waldron: Founder and Executive Director of Sprout, Susan Fitzgerald: Chairman of the Board of Sprout. Photo by Tara Jelenić Photography.

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Benefits | From page 4 event space. Waldron noted that the transformation is especially impressive considering that Sprout runs lessons leading up to the gala and immediately resumes them the week after. However, for Waldron, the gala must be held at Sprout because it “brings people to the barn to experience our mission, meet our horses and riders and see the true impact of their kindness.”

Waldron concluded by emphasizing the therapeutic benefits of horses. “The horse as a partner is a game-changer for so many. They are honest, they accept folks as they are, and continually challenge them to grow. They inspire people to dream big and live without boundaries. They change lives.”

NATIONAL SPORTING LIBRARY & MUSEUM POLO CLASSIC PRESENTED BY MARS EQUESTRIAN ™ The National Sporting Library & Museum (NSLM) will be hosting their annual Polo Classic on Sunday, September 12 at Great Meadow. The NSLM was founded in 1954 and is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and sharing the literature, art, and culture of equestrian, angling, and other field sports, in addition to advocating for conservation of the open space and waterways crucial to these sports.

“One of the things that I love about the Polo Classic is that it’s a really fun way for people to engage in our mission in a firsthand, relaxed environment,” Reid O’Connor, the director of development, said. The event will feature two fast-paced polo matches with top-tier players, in addition to a parade of the Orange County Hounds.

The funds raised from the Polo Classic will go toward supporting the NSLM’s crucial operating needs including support for exhibitions, public educational programs, free community events, children’s programs, and the general care and maintenance of the collections. According to O’Connor,

“[the Classic] covers the behind-thescenes costs that not everyone is aware of,” including the services required to maintain the museum’s six-acre campus in the heart of Middleburg. In 2020, the Classic raised over $250,000 for the museum. It is the only annual fundraiser that the NSLM hosts, so this money makes up a significant portion of their budget.

O’Connor shared that in 2020, the NSLM donated $10,000 of the proceeds from the Polo Classic to local food banks. She emphasized that “although this event is our only fundraiser, we wanted to show support for our community members who have suffered loss and hardship from the COVID-19 pandemic.” This year, the NSLM will be continuing the tradition.

A portion of the proceeds from the event will be split between local food banks and Work to Ride, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community-based prevention program that aids disadvantaged urban youth through constructive activities centered on horsemanship, equine sports, and education.

THE NORTHERN VIRGINIA THERAPEUTIC RIDING PROGRAM POLO CLASSIC The Northern Virginia Therapeutic Riding Program (NVTRP) is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit focused on helping each individual realize their highest potential by providing equine-assisted activities to people with disabilities, youthat-risk, recovering military personnel, Benefits | Page 6 Top: NVTRP Polo Classic Honorary Chair, Sheila C. Johnson, and her husband, Judge William T. Newman, Jr. Photo by Jordan Koepke Photography. Second: NVTRP rider, Deborah, riding Charles in the half-time therapeutic riding demonstration. Photo by Jordan Koepke Photography. Third: NVTRP Polo Classic Co-Chairs Sherrie Beckstead and Will Thomas. Photo by Jordan Koepke Photography. Bottom: NSLM Polo Classic.

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Benefits | From page 5 and others in need of an inclusive, community setting.

Founded in 1980, NVTRP operates out of a 17-acre farm in Clifton, Virginia, with the help of 15 dedicated staff members and 20 equine partners.

The NVTRP will host its Polo Classic at Great Meadow on Saturday, September 25. Held annually for the past 15 years, the event features an opening ceremony with a color guard and NVTRP military clients, a competitive polo match, a silent and live auction, a therapeutic riding demonstration with children from NVTRP’s program, and an award ceremony.

The NVTRP Classic brings in approximately $225,000 between sponsor guests, general admission guests, and auction proceeds. These funds go entirely to NVTRP’s operating costs and make up a large part of the organization’s annual budget. According to program director Tessa Hassett, “it pays for everything — providing lessons for our weekly clients, feeding the horses, paying our staff, and keeping the lights on.”

In an exciting new development this year, Sheila Johnson, CEO of Salamander Hotels and Resorts, has been named the event’s honorary chair. The event is co-hosted by Will Thomas, NVTRP board member and realtor at TTR Sotheby’s International Realty, and Sherrie Beckstead, partner, at Liljenquist & Beckstead Jewelers.

According to Thomas, “It’s always an exciting day when guests from the city and the country come together for a chic and sophisticated day of polo to support NVTRP. There is no shortage of worthy nonprofits trying to engage many of the same donors and partners, so we work hard to create a memorable afternoon with a served gourmet luncheon, designer tablescapes, live auction, and thrilling arena polo. As Maya Angelou said, ‘They may not remember what you said but they never forget how you made them feel.’”

THE DISTRICT CUP After years of putting on a tournament called

the Cultural Polo Cup, polo players and friends Dario Sotomayor and Nicolas Baca co-founded The District Cup in 2013. According to Nico, their original mission, which still holds today, is to “promote the beautiful sport of polo, the rock stars of the sport (the horses, of course) and to create an event in a historic location where people from all parts of the world, walks of life and interests can come together to celebrate the great game of polo and the beautiful horses that make this dream a reality.” Each year, four polo teams composed of both local and international players compete at the National Mall’s “West Potomac Polo Park” for the title. This year, the event will be held on Saturday, September 11.

Nico explained that “the polo field on the National Mall has been a popular site for polo matches since the early 1900s. During World War II, members of the military, including General George S. Patton, used the field for intramural games.” The first game of polo on the National Mall was reported to have been played in 1920, which would have made last year the 100th anniversary of the tradition. Even though COVID delayed the ability to celebrate this century anniversary, Nico emphasized that “we are back and

Top: Photo courtesy of The District Cup. Bottom: NSLM Polo Classic. Photo courtesy of Middleburg Photo.

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ready to celebrate the 2021 District Cup, 100 Years of Polo on The Mall. We’ve got exciting surprises for our guests, a new luxury box experience, and entertaining polo games creating a unique social experience in our nation’s capital.”

The District Cup does not have a formal agreement with a charitable organization, but its goal has always been to raise awareness for and contribute to the National Park Stables Project through the Trust for the National Mall.

The National Park Stables Project aims to build a new Horse Stables and Education Center that will replace and improve the current facilities used by the U.S. Park Police’s Horse Mounted Patrol. Both the National Mall and the “West Potomac Polo Park” are maintained by the Park Service.

According to Nico, “The District Cup is still a young organization working extremely hard to promote charitable causes, their missions, and awareness. We’ve learned a lot of lessons along the way and feel like we are just starting to hit our stride (horse pun intended!).” In the future, the organization looks forward to growing and making an increasingly more significant impact in its charitable contributions.

“Thanks to this overwhelming support and trust, The District Cup has become a must-attend event each year, and we are proud to be able to work hard to put this event on, now in its third edition on The National Mall. We are constantly looking to add safe, unique, and wonderful experiences for our guests and hope to be able to continue to provide them at The District Cup for years to come,” Nico added. ML The benefits outlined in this article were all thoughtfully designed to raise awareness and funds for their respective organizations, while also offering attendees a fun and memorable outing. If you are interested in purchasing tickets to any of the benefits listed above, or simply learning more about each organization’s mission, please visit the links listed below. nationalsporting.org | nvtrp.org thedistrictcup.com | sproutcenter.org

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YOUR FAVORITE FALL FESTIVALS ARE BACK Written by Chelsea Moore

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he return of fall ushers in a few of our favorite things: pumpkin spice lattes, apples, and fall festivals. Your favorite events are back this fall with some fun, new twists. We’ve compiled a list of a few you shouldn’t miss.

LOUDOUN ARTS FILM FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 10-19 50 West Vineyards in Middleburg, Va., and Artistic Fuel in Leesburg, Va.

In its second year, the Loudoun Arts Film Festival is shaping up to be a favorite fall event. The festival is hosted by the Loudoun Arts Council, 50 West Vineyards, and Artistic Fuel.

The 10-day, in-person event, offers four days of film screenings at Artistic Fuel in Leesburg and six days of drive-in showings at 50 West Vineyards, along with an art show, food trucks, wine, live music, and red carpet events.

“It’s a mixture of local and regional talent,” Kaeley Boyle, the festival director, said. “At the heart of it is the local business community coming together. It’s a collaboration between local businesses to get this off the ground, and it speaks to the community support in Loudoun County.”

Last year, the festival hosted anywhere from 70-100 guests per day. This year, they are prepping for significantly more attendees.

Boyle’s favorite part? “For me, it’s the community,” she said. “Last year, it was nice for us, with everything going on, to have something that was completely safe when we all needed something to look forward to. To see all the different films and build a sense of community around the arts is something I absolutely love.”

Festival | Page 9 Photo by Shannon Finney.

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Festival | From page 8 Want to find out more? Visit loudounartsfilmfest.com.

ROUND HILL APPALACHIAN TRAIL FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 11-12 B Chord Brewing, Round Hill, Va. Back for its second year, the Round Hill Appalachian Trail Festival celebrates Round Hill’s designation as an Appalachian Trail Community by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy.

With over 1,000 people at the festival’s inaugural event in 2019, this year’s festival has expanded into two days, making it an entire weekend of fun and education.

“The idea is to get people to care about the outdoors and green spaces and be more aware of them,” said Jody Brady, the festival’s director and a Virginia Master Naturalist. “We do a lot of things that promote and protect the Appalachian Trail.”

There are 40 Appalachian Trail communities along the trail, which runs from Georgia to Maine. Others include Harper’s Ferry, W.Va., Berryville, Va., and Front Royal, Va. “I believe in sustainability and being environmental stewards,” Brady said.

“What I love about [the festival] is the sense of community and the cross-section of people it brings together, everyone from people who have never walked on a trail to hikers.”

The festival is filled with live bluegrass music, food and ice cream trucks, non-profit organizations and workshops with topics like tick safety, trail cooking, and hammock camping. Attendees

can play games, such as trail bingo and Appalachian trail trivia, and participate in a scavenger hunt and raffles. Kids will enjoy a giant inflatable slide, nature-inspired crafts, pony rides, and coloring pages.

Learn more about the festival at roundhillat. org.

MIDDLEBURG OKTOBERFEST (THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED) SEPTEMBER 18 Middleburg, Va. As the second year of the Middleburg Oktoberfest, this year’s festival will not disappoint.

With two biergartens, from Old Ox Brewery and

Lost Barrel Brewing, and wine and cider from Middleburg wineries and cidery, this event will be even bigger and better than before.

“The festival itself has a distinctly Middleburg flavor,” said Mary Ann Burns, the co-owner of Old Ox. “Seeing people celebrate the beginning of fall and the opening of Oktoberfest and experiencing Middleburg is certainly the best part of the festival.”

Both South Madison and North Madison will be closed to vehicular traffic, so the festival can expand into the streets.

An art fair coordinated by the Middleburg Arts Council will include works for sale from local and regional artists. Regional craftspeople will also be present throughout the day with exhibits of fine art, pottery, jewelry, wearable art and more. Traditional Bavarian food will be available for purchase from food vendors.

The festival will host four traditional contests: a best dressed Bavarian contest, a chicken dance contest, a bratwurst eating contest, and a stein lifting contest. The day will begin with a keg on a horse-drawn wagon, which will be pulled through town by two Belgian draft horses.

“The Mayor of Middleburg will tap the first keg in true Oktoberfest tradition,” Burns said.

“That signifies the beginning of Oktoberfest.”

The Middleburg Oktoberfest is a free and family-friendly event.

To learn more, visit middleburgva.gov/366/Oktoberfest or contact the Middleburg Town Office at 540-687-5152.

Festival | Page 10 Top: Photo by Middleburg Photo. Bottom: Photo courtesy of the Bluemont Fair.

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Festival | From page 9 BLUEMONT FAIR SEPTEMBER 18-19 Bluemont, Va. The Bluemont Fair, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, is back for its 51st year.

This family-friendly event will feature live music, C olonial reenactors, a p e t t i n g z o o, craft and farming demonstrations, local art and aut hors, a wine and beer garden, a blacksmithing demonstration, antiques and collectibles, a pie-baking and pickle-making contest, and so much more.

This year’s theme is “farmers’ markets,” which is designed to hono r We s t e r n Loudoun’s rural heritage. The fair takes a “green” approach, encouraging recycling and reusable shopping bags.

Recycling receptacles are placed throughout the fair, and recycled materials are used when possible.

A favorite event amongst locals, the Bluemont Fair serves as a welcome to fall. Step back in time and enjoy this day with both the young and old in your family.

Learn more at bluemontfair.org.

GOOSE CREEK ASSOCIATION’S FALL FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 19 Aldie Mill Historic Park, Aldie, Va. Celebrating over 50 years of the Goose Creek Association, this new family-friendly festival will

have a little something for everyone. With a variety of environmentally based exhibits, live music, food trucks, and children’s games, attendees should come ready to learn and play.

For kids, the festival will host a face painting station, pumpkins, and educational wildlife exhibits with birds and reptiles. For art lovers, there will be a local art show and sale. For the foodies,

there will be two food trucks, Hammerdown Barbeque and Nomad Provisions, and an ice cream truck.

Don’t miss this fun and free event to celebrate the Goose Creek Association, which is dedicated to protecting and preserving the environment in the Goose Creek Watershed in Fauquier and Loudoun counties. The event will run from 12– 4 p.m.

For more information, visit goosecreek.org.

MIDDLEBURG FILM FESTIVAL OCTOBER 14 - 17 Middleburg, Va. Middleburg’s own film festival is just around the corner. With four days of films and conversations with filmmakers and actors, this event is

Middleburg Film Festival. Photo by Shannon Finney.

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not to be missed.

“This year’s festival will feature a carefully curated slate of films including ‘Oscar buzz’ films, international features, fascinating documentaries, and independent gems you might not otherwise get a chance to see,” Susan Koch, executive director of the festival, said. “As in the past, there will be an emphasis on film music with concerts featuring renowned f ilm composers and a conversation w it h w om e n composers and songwriters.”

The festival will look the same as previous years, with a few differences.

“One holdover from last year’s hybrid festival will be the pop-up drive-in in the lower parking lot of Salamand e r R e s o r t ,” Koch said.

“Films will also be shown at various venues throughout the town of Middleburg. Conversations and special events will take place at Greenhill Winery & Vineyards, Boxwood Winery, and Lost Barrel Brewery.”

Proof of vaccination will be required for all attendees, and additional safety measures may be required (such as masks, reduced capacity at screenings, and proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours) to strictly comply with the CDC and State of Virginia health and safety protocols.

The schedule and film slate won’t be released until the end of September, when individual tickets will be available. Advance ticket packages and passes became available in late August.

To learn more about the festival, visit middleburgfilm.org. ML

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MEET MRS. ROUX, OWNER OF NEWLY DECORATED OLYMPIC HORSE Written by Kaitlin Hill Photos by Jennifer Gray and Austin Kaseman

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REFLECTING ON THE TOKYO OLYMPICS, HOW SHE GOT THERE, AND LIFE IN VIRGINIA

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or Barb Roux of St. Bride’s Farm in Upperville, Va., success is a team effort. In July, two of her horses, Baloutinue and Confu, were shortlisted to represent Team USA at the Tokyo Olympics with rider Laura Kraut.

“It was a community and a village effort that made this a success story,” Roux says.

In addition to the support of the St. Bride’s crew, Roux’s passion for the sport, her horses, and the athletes she works with are key ingredients in the farm’s track record of triumphs.

“It’s a funny story,” Roux says of her late-in-life introduction to the equestrian world. “I bought a horse for my then 10-year-old daughter … It had always been on my bucket list to learn how to ride. I thought, ‘I’m 50. If I don’t learn to ride now, I’ll never learn.’ So we took lessons, and [my daughter] lost interest, and I gained enormous interest.”

Roux started lessons 16 years ago while living in California.

As her skills expanded, so did her respect for the sport, the athletes, and the horses.

“When I started taking lessons, I wanted to learn how to jump and compete,” she says. “And I just had enormous respect for people who could … I learned to have an extreme and genuine appreciation for the athletes that compete at the highest level in our sport.”

That respect resulted in a desire to support the sport and the decision to relocate to Virginia. “My goal was always to support an American rider,” she says. “[In California], we were really unable to find enough land to develop the program.

But when we came to visit [Upperville], we saw the farm and bought it the same day.”

Roux and her husband, David, spent three years renovating existing structures and adding new ones. “We spent three years restoring the original barn, which was built in the 20s,” she says. “And then we added the paddocks, the upper barn, the auxiliary buildings like the hay barn and the utility barns.

It was a huge learning experience, and I never regretted it, and I never looked back.”

Connecting with local equestrians proved to be an important part of that learning experience and crucial to developing St. Bride’s. Roux credits Olympic gold medalist Joe Fargis for many of the meaningful and lasting relationships she made.

“Joe was extremely kind in connecting me with different Olympics | Page 16

Left page: The sculpture behind Mrs. Roux at St. Bride’s Farm is by Manolo Valdes, Spanish b 1942, titled “Mariposas” 2019, aluminum and stainless, 21’x64’x13’. Photo by Jennifer Gray. Right: “Chance” being ridden by Justin Haesner. Photo by Austin Kaseman.

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Olympics | From page 15 people who showed me their barns and let me ask a lot of questions,” she says. Fargis-forged friendships included the Firestone family, Sheila Johnson, and Tracey Weinberg of Weinberg Harris & Associates Equestrian Marketing firm. “The universe put us together,” Weinberg says. “It was literally a casual introduction.”

With a new set of similarly minded friends, Roux finished her barn and set her sights on an ambitious list of goals. “I had several goals,” she says. “One was to be in a Nation’s Cup. The second was to go to the Pan-Am Games. And the third was to go to the Olympics. I met all of those goals.”

In 2017, Roux was introduced to Laura Kraut, who would not only help train St. Bride’s horses but take two to the Tokyo Olympics. “She is extraordinary,” Roux says of Kraut. “It was a stroke of luck we met, a personal introduction. We just hit it off, and it has been a partnership that has been so fulfilling.”

The journey shared by Roux and Kraut is a perfect example of the St. Bride’s lifecycle from breeding to competing at the highest levels. “I breed only with performance mares, mares that have been successful in meter 45 or above level,” Roux says. “And I breed them only to successful stallions. We start with good genetics.”

After breeding, comes training. “We have a program at the farm that trains the horses from birth until [age] 4 or 5,” Roux says. “After giving them the basics they start their formal training with a person who specializes in 4-, 5- and 6-year-olds and introduces the young horses to competition. If they prove themselves successful, they go into Laura Kraut’s program where her trainer, Julie Welles, introduces them to more complex courses and progressively higher jumps. If they are willing and able to do this work, Laura will take them from there and ride them herself.”

She concludes, “It’s a constant evaluation, and you have to be flexible to try new things. And then, you just have to watch how the horse develops.”

Trust and chemistry are essential too. “When they are little, you give them a foundation of trust and honesty,” Roux says.

“And during their training, you give them an enormous amount of patience, to allow them to develop at their own pace.”

“And you just know when the horse is right for the rider,” she says. “Every horse doesn’t work for every accomplished rider; it has to be a real chemistry.”

Roux explains that Baloutinue, who earned a silver medal with Kraut in Tokyo this summer, is a “hometown story,” coming Olympics | Page 17 Top and bottom: St. Bride’s Farm. Photo by Austin Kaseman. Middle: Barb and her dog playing around with “Just Ask Daddy” in front of the Mariposas sculpture. Photo by Austin Kaseman.

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Olympics | From page 16 from Plain Bay Farm in Middleburg, where he was developed by the Prudent family. “Also, Laura grew up competing in Upperville, where her parents were involved with the show,” Roux says. “So, the whole Tokyo experience really began here.”

She adds, “And the process takes a village.” In the case of Baloutinue, Roux recognizes Margo Thomas, Mary Elizabeth Kent, Nick Skelton, Ian Allison, Arnie Gervasio, Paul Bocken, Christiana Ober, Julie Welles, and Melissa Welker as indispensable members of the team that helped get Baloutinue to the Olympics and succeed while there.

Of Kraut and Baloutinue’s Olympic achievement, Roux says, “The atmosphere was electric and was a moment that will be etched in our memories forever. Witnessing our team win the silver medal, stand on the podium to accept their medals, and celebrating this achievement with them was something I really can’t find words to describe.”

The success of the St. Bride’s program is certainly something to be proud of. But Roux finds as much joy in retiring horses as she does in raising them. “The thing I enjoy most is retiring these horses that have done a good job for me,” she says. “They’re just my rock stars. And I want them to live a life of total happiness. It is so gratifying to be able to do that.”

In addition to giving back to the horses that work so hard for her, Roux contributes to a range of charitable endeavors to support the community at large. “We support charities that work to help alleviate food and housing inequities, protect animals, and also support community events like the Upperville Colt and Horse Show, where I was on the board for many years and served as president in 2019,” she says. “Additionally, this year we are hosting The Piedmont Environmental Council Gala on Saturday, October 2 at St. Bride’s.”

“More generally, we focus on giving back in ways that impact the most people,” she says. “We focus on conservation, education access, and global health issues. We also support a variety of biomedical research efforts, including new cancer therapies. Finally, we are enthusiastic sponsors of various initiatives to support the men and women in our military, in particular the members of our Special Forces Community.”

As Roux looks to the future, she plans to continue building on St. Bride’s reputation for excellence and further establish her sport horse-breeding program in America. “Our goal is to develop a line of St. Bride’s horses that can successfully compete at the Grand Prix internationally,” Roux explains.

With her undeniable drive, passionate team, and deep understanding of what makes a successful steed, it’s a safe bet that Roux will achieve her goals. ML

Barb Roux at St. Bride’s Farm. Photo by Jennifer Gray.

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AFTER A MISSION TRIP TO HAITI,

ONE SPARROW TAKES FLIGHT Written by Lia Hobel

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olitaire Carroll, executive director of One Sparrow, co-founded the nonprofit organization with her husband, Jeffrey Carroll.

After a mission trip to Haiti, the couple felt compelled to help the Haitian people by providing better access to education and medicine. Since that initial trip, the couple has worked with their dedicated team, volunteers and partners to change the lives of those in Haiti.

One Sparrow works to reduce poverty around the world through empowerment and accessible education. The goal is to develop long-term, sustainable solutions while reaching out to local leaders and global organizations to gain lessons learned from those on the ground.

An agriculture program is one of the more recent programs to launch. Solitaire says the program has had a lot of positive impact on the community, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. “We teach them about nutrition; we teach them about running a business, sustainable agriculture, and we teach them also about teamwork and leadership skills,” she says.

Partnering with other non-profits has aided in One Sparrow’s success. “Locally, we have our partnership with INMED USA, which is a similar organization with a similar mission and goals,” Solitaire says. “It’s been a great partnership for us over the last year because we’ve been able to expand our education programming and support their students as part of the Sterling Family Resources Center. Partnering with other local non-profits is beneficial because we can increase capacity in both of our programming without too many additional resources, so it’s been a great synergy for both of our organizations.”

In the last eight years, One Sparrow has raised local awareness for Haiti, donated funds for durable medical equipment, basic medicine, education and enrichment programming for hundreds of children whose families lack the resources, helping them hold true to the meaning of the name, “One Sparrow.” The name is pulled from the bible verse, Matthew 10:29, “Not one sparrow falls to the ground without the Father noticing.”

“We really loved that verse because every single person has value,” Solitaire says. “Every person needs to be heard and helped. One Sparrow is about helping everybody.” ML Top: School program in Haiti. Bottom right: A photo of Solitaire (on right) with a local partner, INMED. Photos courtesy of One Sparrow.

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he second annual Powerful7 Fashion Show will be held at the Events Center, located at 21586 Atlantic Blvd., Suite #110 in Sterling, to benefit One Sparrow. The MC for this event on September 18 will be news reporter Christy Matino (WDVM), and produced by local artist and philanthropist Lisa Jones. The models will wear designs by Studio D’Maxsi’s renowned designer Afua Sam, with hair and makeup by Logan14.

The evening begins with VIP access and a special whiskey tasting by Uncle Nearest, followed by black tie dealer casino tables, a performance by jazz artist Tulani, silent auction, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, followed by the fashion show. ML For more information, visit fineartsmovement.com.

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Tucked away along a quiet creek in Upperville, Virginia, Slater Run Vineyards boasts a unique blend of viticultural genius and family history.

Husband-and-wife team Christopher Patusky and Kiernan Slater Patusky made the choice to move their family of four from Baltimore, Maryland down to the historic farm inherited through the Slater name in order to preserve the family’s history for future generations. The entire winery is solar-powered.

Tell me a little bit about the history of Slater Run. Patusky: Kiernan’s ancestor, John Glascock, acquired the vineyard and winery farm in 1720, about eleven generations ago. For the past 300 years, his descendants have operated a cattle and feed crop farm. This is the source of Slater Run’s slogan: “Roots that Run 300 Years Deep.”

As for some background, Kiernan’s great-great-grandfather, George Meacham Slater, moved from Baltimore to Fauquier County in the 19th century. After the Civil War, he acquired and lived the rest of his life at Mount Bleak Farm in nearby Paris, Virginia (now Sky Meadow State Park). In 1905, George M’s son, George Hoffman Slater, and Kiernan’s great grandmother, Tacie Glascock Fletcher, who had inherited the farm from Thomas Glascock were married, and that is Vineyard | Page 25 Early Mountain Vineyards. Photo by Ashley Cox Photography.

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Vineyard | From page 24 why it has been owned in the Slater name ever since.

Two of your wines honor Kiernan’s ancestors.

Can you tell me about those?

Patusky: “First Bridge,” a red Bordeaux blend, is named after the closest of two small bridges that George Hoffman Slater had built along with three of their neighbors along Crenshaw Road over Goose Creek in 1919 so that their cattle could more easily be brought to the depot at Rectortown. “Roots,” our flagship Bordeaux blend, features a photograph of Kiernan’s grandfather, Thomas Glascock Slater, on horseback jumping a stone fence on a neighboring farm. We named this “Roots,” in honor of the deep roots of the family that match to the deep roots of the grape vines.

What’s unique about your winemaking process?

Patusky: Our winemaker, Katell Griaud, was raised in a small family-owned winery in Bergerac, France, just to the east of Bordeaux, and she received both her undergraduate and graduate degrees in winemaking from Bordeaux University. She makes the wines at Slater Run Vineyards in a traditional dry, French style. We owe the consistent high quality of our wines to both the quality of the grapes that we both grow on site and purchase from other quality Virginia vineyards, and to the extreme skill and care that Ms. Griaud brings to the winemaking process, cutting no corners, and drawing upon her lifelong experience and university training to make “correct” wines.

What type of advice would you give to beginners in the wine drinking experience?

Patusky: The main thing for beginners is not to think that drinking wine is a stuffy or snobby experience that requires some secret knowledge.

Wine is drunk in numerous cultures around the world as a drink that accompanies food, and every person has their own taste, and so the important thing is to put aside any anxiety and try the wines. We have no dress code at Slater Run, although our guests tend to be mature people who have come here to relax and enjoy quality Virginia wines. We offer spit buckets to those who want to try multiple wines without needing to consume too much quantity, and there is no right way to hold a glass in our view, other than the one that feels most comfortable to you.

Any special events coming up at Slater Run? Patusky: We are open late on Fridays, from 5 – 8:30 p.m., exclusively for our club members and their guests, and we often have music and great food trucks on these nights. For example, we will be hosting an OysterFest for our club members on Friday, September 17, from 6 – 8:30 p.m. with music by Zach Jones. We think it is a wonderful way to end the work week by watching the sun go down over the Blue Ridge Mountains as you eat tasty food, listen to some classic American songs, and sip delicious wines with friends and family.

Located in Madison, Virginia, Early Mountain Vineyards rests on a historic property owned

by Revolutionary War General Joseph Early. The property was visited by George Washington in 1784, where he wrote in his journal about the kind hospitality he received. Today, that hospitality continues through Early Mountain, which was first built as a winery in 2005 and opened by owners Jean Case and her husband, Steve, in 2012. Here, their vice president of strategy and marketing, Aileen Sevier gives us insight into their process.

How would you describe the atmosphere of your winery?

Sevier: Come visit! We have a gorgeous lightfilled tasting room with vaulted ceilings and stunning views of the vineyards. We have a full-service restaurant integrated in the tasting room that features local, seasonal produce, and producers.

We welcome pets in our outdoor spaces which include a full-service patio and more casual meadow seating with a walk-up bar and sandwich/salad menu. We love families and children.

What types of wines will we be drinking if we come visit you this October?

Sevier: We’ll have several exciting releases in October, including our “Quaker Run Chardonnay,” red blends “Novum” and “Eluvium,” as well as favorites “Five Forks” (aromatic white blend) and “Foothills” (red blend).

Vineyard | Page 26 Top: Slater Run Vineyards’ “Roots” wine. Photo by Julie Richards. Middle: Greenhill Winery. Photo by Tyler Cadenas. Bottom: Early Mountain sunset with Cabernet Franc. Photo courtesy of Early Mountain.

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Vineyard | From page 25 What year will the wines be from this fall? How long do you let the wine age before opening up a bottle for tasting?

Sevier: They will range from 2017 to 2020 vintage. Our fresher style whites and reds will be 2020, our more age-worthy reds will be 2017 and 2019 (both exceptional vintages) as well as a limited release amber wine from the 2017 vintage.

ian beauty creates an elevated wine experience that is unparalleled. The 128-acre property, formerly known as the Swedenburg Estate Vineyard, was purchased by David Greenhill in 2013. Assistant general manager and wine club manager Jenny Travers gave us some introductory information on wine at Greenhill.

What types of wines will we be drinking if we come visit you this October?

Travers: Greenhill Vineyards has many exciting new releases and of course the signature favorites! Be on the lookout for the 2019 tannat, a new varietal for Greenhill, and the 2019 eternity which has become one of the most exciting wines we have ever tasted. In addition, the 2020 viognier and 2020 petit manseng are two white wines that are Greenhill favorites, available this fall.

What are your best beginner-friendly wines?

Sevier: We make a trio of “young wines” that are fruit driven, fresh, but also offer some complexity and texture that makes them a notch above other entry-wines. Our most popular wines are our rosé, five forks, and foothills, all blended wines that are bottled with screw caps and are accessible and versatile.

Walk me through some basic wine tasting etiquette for beginners.

Sevier: We offer wine tastings tableside as flights, so it’s extremely non-intimidating. Folks can wear whatever they’d like! Most guests don’t spit, but if you’d like to, just ask your server for a spittoon and we’re happy to provide. As far as holding a glass, by the stem is best so that you don’t warm the wine or get fingerprints on the bowl, but it’s really not a big deal!

Are there any special events you’ll be hosting in September or October?

Sevier: We will be offering a “Bounty of Virginia” wine dinner on September 24, and our extremely popular fall oyster bar pop-up the weekend of October 16.

Complete with a historic circa 1762 house and 11 acres of lush vineyards planted by the Swedenburgs in the mid-80s, Greenhill’s natural Virgin-

How would you describe the Greenhill experience?

Travers: Greenhill Vineyards is an exception in the local winery scene. The focus is primarily on the experience of each customer and we have cultivated an atmosphere which welcomes small groups, dogs, horses, and of course the best oenophiles in the region exploring some of the best wines in the mid-Atlantic. Greenhill Vineyards is a 21 and over property perfect for dates, intimate conversations, and relaxing.

How long do you let the wine age before opening up a bottle for tasting?

Travers: Each wine has different aging preferences and potential. We generally suggest not aging white wines, but red wines age in the barrel for 1-2 years and then can be aged in the bottle for 5-infinite years. The red wines being released this fall will be primarily from the 2019 vintage and the whites wines will be from the 2020 vintage. The 2021 vintage is still on the vines, harvest will begin in the next couple of weeks and it will go into October.

In your own words, explain your winemaking process.

Travers: The winemaking process starts in the vineyard, managed by general manager Jed Gray, who believes creating quality wines starts with a quality grape. The business owns and manages two vineyards in Virginia. The primary site is in

Are there any special events you’ll be hosting in September or October?

Travers: Our fire pits will return in October and can be reserved through our website. We will also have our annual harvest dinner the first Saturday in November and tickets will be on sale around the first part of October. ML

Greenhill harvest season. Photo by Tyler Cadenas.

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Middleburg and the second is located in Amherst County, south of Charlottesville. The uniqueness of each site provides the winemaking team, led by Ben Comstock, with fruit that has different varietal expressions helping to create one-of-a-kind wines for the region. Using 100% French oak barrels handpicked for each vintage, Ben has already been recognized both locally and nationally for the quality of his wines.

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Stone Tower Winery 19925 Hogback Mountain Road Leesburg, VA 20175

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Cana Vineyards & Winery 38600 John Mosby Highway Middleburg, VA 20117

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Greenhill Winery & VIneyards 23595 Winery Lane Middleburg, VA 20117

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Blue Valley Winery 5535 Blue Valley Way Delaplane, VA 20144

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Glen Manor Vineyards 2244 Browntown Road Front Royal, VA 22630

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Rappahannock Cellars 14437 Hume Road Huntly, VA 22640

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King Family Vineyards 6550 Roseland Farm Crozet, VA 22932

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Keswick Vineyards 1575 Keswick Winery Drive Keswick, VA 22947

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A 20th Century Hero: LEESBURG’S GEORGE C. MARSHALL AND DODONA MANOR Written by Heidi Baumstark

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ith all the rage these days on local flair, there’s one Loudoun County resident who upped the game with his massive global impact.

His name? George C. Marshall — author of the Marshall Plan (known as the European Recovery Program) at the close of World War II. And his home, Dodona Manor in downtown Leesburg has been preserved serving as headquarters for the George C. Marshall International Center (GCMIC). Heading west on East Market Street (Route 7) into Leesburg, locals and visitors to Loudoun County’s seat have likely driven right by the custard-yellow house without realizing its significance and the man who lived there.

Dodona’s 3.8-acre site on the eastern end of Leesburg’s historic district is designated a National Historic Landmark as the residence of General George C. Marshall and his wife, Katherine, who owned the 19th-century property from 1941 until his death in 1959. He was also related to an earlier well-known Marshall: John Marshall (1755-1835) who served as the fourth U.S. Chief Justice from 1801 until his death in 1835, and for

whom Marshall in Fauquier County is named.

At Dodona Manor, the Virginia Piedmont Heritage Area (VPHA) in Marshall partnered with GCMIC to present a program on August 22, 2021, called “George C. Marshall: Leesburg’s Global Citizen.” During a tour of the property, GCMIC’s Marshall historian, Rachel Yarnell Thompson, highlighted this Leesburg legend for his stellar leadership in both world wars and spoke about the years at his beloved Dodona Manor. From his 1901 graduation at Virginia Military Institute in Lexington until his 1951 retirement at the age of 71, he devoted half a century to public service that had far-reaching effects.

Thompson, a retired American history teacher who taught for 31 years, has been a student of Marshall since 1997 and developed the Center’s docent program. In 2014, her 721-page biography titled, “Marshall — A Statesman Shaped in the Crucible of War” was published.

So, what was Marshall’s influence, given his being described as the “greatest American of the 20th century” by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and British Prime Minister Winston Churchill?

George Catlett Marshall, Jr. (1880-1959), born in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, is best known as the architect of the Marshall Plan, a piece of legislation signed into law by President Harry S. Truman on April 3, 1948. Its purpose was to send foreign aid to 16 western European countries to support economic recovery programs at the end of World War II, and it was in operation until 1952. The U.S. pumped over $13 billion to help rebuild devastated war regions, remove trade barriers, modernize industry, improve European prosperity, and prevent the spread of communism. Thompson refers to Marshall as having an aura of leadership; the Marshall Plan had his mark on it. She added, “He would say, ‘It’s the right thing to do’ considering those 16 countries were in two world wars — in some way or another — with 20 years in between and suffered a worldwide depression.”

WHAT WERE HIS OTHER ACCOMPLISHMENTS? Marshall was appointed the U.S. Army Chief of Staff serving in this role throughout World Marshall | Page 31

Left: George and Katherine Marshall in front lawn of Dodona Manor. Right: Marshall enjoying horseback riding at Fort Myer in Arlington, Virginia. Photos by Heidi Baumstark.

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Marshall | From page 30 War II (1939-1945) under presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt and Harry S. Truman. From December 1945 to 1947, he was the presidential emissary to China, and in 1946, he became a permanent fivestar general. He was appointed Secretary of State from 1947 to 1949. He served as President of the American Red Cross (1949-1950) and was the nation’s Secretary of Defense from 1950 to 1951.

In 1953, he was appointed by President Dwight D. Eisenhower to head the U.S. delegation of the first-ever televised coronation of Queen Elizabeth II of England crowned June 2, 1953, in Westminster Abbey. Later that year in December 1953, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for proposing and supervising the Marshall Plan.

He was such a public figure, appearing on the covers of Life and Time magazines. Time named Marshall its “Man of the Year” twice in 1943 and 1947. Thompson added, “Marshall presented a professional, stern persona; it was important to show a solid front. He had a visceral understanding of military service evidenced by his belief that ‘No pay scale is high enough to reward a person for that sacrifice,’ he would say.”

Even before his service during World War II, he was aide-de-camp to General of the Armies John J. (“Black Jack”) Pershing in World War I (1914-1918). On a personal level, Marshall chose Pershing to be his best man at his 1930 wedding to Katherine Tupper Brown, his second wife, after the death of his first wife, Lily Carter Coles, in 1927. (Marshall and Lily were married for 25 years from 1902 to 1927 and they had no children.) Katherine, also a widow, was the mother of two sons and a daughter.

HISTORY OF DODONA MANOR In 1805, John Drish purchased eight acres at the top of a knoll east of Leesburg for $960. The original section of the house dates to the 1820s, built in the Federal style with a central hallway for ventilation. It was added onto in the 1850s. By the Civil War (1861-1865), the basic footprint of the house was in place.

In 1855, the Drish family sold it to Fayette Ball, a distant relative of George Washington. In

1856, Rev. Charles Nourse, principal of the Leesburg Academy, purchased it. An advertisement in the 1859 The Democratic Mirror (Leesburg, Va.) newspaper announced that this property known as “Oak Hill” (so-called for its many oak trees) was for sale. But he was unable to sell it. After completing an addition to increase the number of bedrooms, he opened the Loudoun Female Collegiate Institute in 1860. With the impending Civil War, the school closed.

Over the years, it passed through several owners. The last owners before the Marshalls were Northcutt and Marcia Ely who added electricity, central oil heating, and indoor plumbing. They owned the house through the 1930s and put it on the market in 1940.

THE MARSHALLS BECOME THE NEW OWNERS OF DODONA MANOR IN 1941 When the Marshalls were living at Quarters One, the U.S. Army Chief of Staff ’s residence at Fort Myer in Arlington, they were looking for a house out in the country. Katherine was the one who spotted the metal sign in the lawn that read: “FOR SALE Colonial Home 4 acres INQUIRE WITHIN OR SEE YOUR OWN BROKER.” Knowing it would go fast, she snatched the sign and hid it in the bushes. That sign is now on display at Dodona.

After Katherine made a $10 down payment, the Marshalls finalized the purchase for $16,000 in May 1941. The following year, Marshall planted a vegetable garden and Katherine grew flowers. In a March 27, 1942, letter to David Burpee of W. Atlee Burpee Seed Company, Marshall wrote, “There is nothing I would so much prefer to do this spring as to turn my mind to the wholesome business of gardening rather than the terrible problems and tragedies of war.”

Thompson added, “George could come out here from Fort Myer, put on his coveralls, and dig in the dirt.” Dodona became a welcome respite from the pressures of Marshall’s national duties. Preferring the outdoors to indoors, they upgraded the existing back porch to a stone court in 1945. It was the only architectural change they Marshall | Page 32

Top: Dodona Manor. Photo courtesy of Library of Congress. Photo by Carol M. Highsmith. Middle: Dodona Manor’s library with framed photo of Queen Elizabeth II at her 1953 coronation in London. Photo by Heidi Baumstark.

Bottom: Photograph of President Harry S. Truman and General George C. Marshall, May 22, 1950. Photo courtesy of Library of Congress.

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Marshall | From page 31 made to the house, which became the chosen site for meals, leisure, and conversations. For example, when President Truman came on July 4, 1950, to ask Marshall to become Secretary of Defense, they likely sat there. “At least on four occasions, Truman [president from 1945-1953] came here,” Thompson said. At Dodona, Marshall hosted other national and international dignitaries. Furnishings and memorabilia throughout the house are testaments of his worldwide influence, which became the Marshall’s primary residence upon his 1951 retirement.

Marshall also found solitude in horseback riding. Though horses were not boarded at Dodona, during his days at Fort Myer he loved riding along the Potomac River. As chief of staff, there was always one standing appointment: an hour ride before breakfast. Thompson said, “Riding was his way of blowing off steam. We even have his riding boots in his bedroom closet. There is a photo of him on a horse with a note that reads, ‘Fall 1941 Pre-Pearl Harbor.’” History has accounted for Marshall’s whereabouts when the U.S. was attacked at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. “He was definitely riding that morning,” she said.

LEESBURG SPOTS VISITED BY MARSHALL According to Marshall’s orderly, Army Sgt. William J. Heffner, Marshall ate at Leesburg Restaurant (now Leesburg Diner) on South King Street often enough that a particular spot was called “The Power Table.” Given his demeanor of humility, Thompson added, “Of course, Marshall would never have called it that.”

He also ate at the Laurel Brigade Inn, now a law firm. The Marshalls had lunch there after church service at St. James’ Episcopal Church on Cornwall Street. “We know he and Katherine went to the movies at Tally Ho Theater in town.

Marshall also belonged to the Leesburg Rotary Club,” Thompson said.

DODONA MANOR, POST GEORGE C. MARSHALL When Marshall died in 1959, Katherine

moved to their second home in Pinehurst, North Carolina, and deeded the property to Molly Winn and her husband, Colonel James Winn. When Molly expressed a desire to sell Dodona in the early 1990s, Leesburg citizens stepped up under the leadership of Burr Powell Harrison, Jr. (19112000) to ensure it did not fall into commercial hands. Molly lived in the home until she sold it in 1995 to the George C. Marshall Home Preservation Fund — later the George C. Marshall International Center — which engaged in a 10-year, $7 million restoration plan. On Veterans Day in 2005, Dodona Manor opened to the public as a museum and home to GCMIC.

Harrison — a Leesburg businessman who himself served under Marshall during World War II — was the mastermind of the restoration effort.

For financial support, he also looked to European countries — the direct beneficiaries to Marshall’s recovery plan — that contributed and pushed the restoration project forward. Basically, the Marshall Plan was the “great savior of Europe,” Thompson said. (Harrison is also credited for founding the Piedmont Environmental Council in 1972 headquartered in Warrenton, Virginia.)

Thanks to local and international efforts to save Dodona Manor, GCMIC remains dedicated to translating Marshall’s service through programming and events. His vision to support peacetime investments in Europe via the Marshall Plan — and his role in the global military alliance that defeated fascism in World War II — made him a crucial leader in the paramount moments of the 20th century.

About the naming of the house, Thompson said it was the Elys who named it Dodona Manor, which derives from an ancient Greek shrine in northwestern Greece.

Presumably, trees were reputed to give oracles through the rustling of leaves. And since the Leesburg property had many oak trees, the Elys thought the Dodona name was fitting given the many white oaks on the property.

Dodona Manor — saved by the bell. Or was it the rustling of leaves? ML Dodona Manor is located at 217 Edwards Ferry Road, but parking is available at The Shops at Dodona Manor at 312 East Market Street in Leesburg. For more information, call 703-777-1301 or visit georgecmarshall.org.

Malin Craig (left), Army Chief of Staff and George C. Marshall, Chief of the Army. Photo by Harris & Ewing. Courtesy of Library of Congress.

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100 YEAR OLD WWII VET To Exhibit Impressive Landscape Collection at Byrne Gallery Written by Shayda Windle

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hen World War II veteran Gerald (“Gerry”) Hennesy reached his 100year milestone birthday, his family treated him to one more flight in an open-cockpit biplane — the same type of plane he flew while training to be a naval aviator during World War II. Hennesy served in some of the most dangerous missions during the Pacific Theater, flying Corsair bomber-fighters off the USS Yorktown CV-10. He flew over 100 missions under the command of Admiral William “Bull” Halsey, who was made a fleet admiral — the highest rank for naval officers — in December 1945. Afterward World War II, Hennesy returned to active duty and served in the Korean conflict.

Despite Hennesy’s unparalleled level of patriotism and service in the Navy, he always had a natural talent for the arts, so much so that he attended the prestigious Corcoran Art School in Washington, D.C. on scholarship after the war.

Upon graduation, he began his art career as a Washington newspaper artist. Hennesy then decided to pursue a career in art full-time as a landscape artist and has spent most of his life focusing on fine art impressionistic painting, in oil and watercolor, working both Plein-air and in his studio. He has maintained a studio in Virginia since 1972 and spent many years traveling along the East Coast and to Europe with a paintbrush in hand.

It’s these experiences traveling the world that have inspired much of his oil-on-canvas and Plein-air landscape paintings exhibited throughout his lifetime. His most recent show “To the Beach” just wrapped up at Byrne Gallery, featuring impressionistic paintings of the coastal waters of the eastern seaboard created by himself, in addition to works by his son, Shawn Hennesy.

“I’ve enjoyed painting since I was a young boy, and have painted all my life,” Hennesy says.

“There must be something in my genes, as I have Gallery | Page 37 Hennesy celebrated his 100th birthday in an open-cockpit biplane. Courtesy photo.

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“One of the beauties of art is that a goal of complete perfection is never attainable. There is always a new artistic problem to solve with each painting and this is what continues to keep my life interesting.”

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Gallery | From page 36 many relatives who are or were artists.” Hennesy’s son, Shawn, learned to paint under the guidance of his father as well as his brother, Paul Hennesy.

“One of the beauties of art is that a goal of complete perfection is never attainable,” Hennesy says. “There is always a new artistic problem to solve with each painting and this is what continues to keep my life interesting.” Of course, it doesn’t hurt that he and his family spent summers up and down the east coast, exploring the beauty of the Atlantic for inspiration. They traveled to places like Maine and the Outer Banks, where they experienced the joy and exhilaration of the ocean air and seaside. The constant change in colors, surf, and temperature is something that Hennesy so brilliantly captures throughout his original landscape and seascape paintings.

Hennesy focuses on depicting the effect of light on his landscape and maritime subjects while retaining his freshness of color and expressive brushwork. He has been showcased at Byrne Gallery for many years, in addition to being exhibited widely in commercial and museum gal-

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“I have been very fortunate to be able to do something I love for so many years,” Hennesy says. “I am 100 years old and I am enjoying each day of my life by painting landscapes and seascapes. As you look at them and contemplate them, I hope they will bring joy into each day of your life.” ML leries, including the Baltimore Museum of Art, the Georgia Museum of Art, The Corcoran Museum of Art, and the Smithsonian Museum. His paintings are in numerous private, corporate, and public collections, including the U. S. House of Representatives, the State Department, the Maryland State Mansion, the DAR Headquarters, and the American Legion Headquarters.

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Zack Berry (MARS Equestrian), Dave & Patricia Vos (Part-Owners, Fernhill Singapore), Carrie Hull (Great Meadow Foundation, Executive Director), Phillip Dutton (Winner Great Meadow International CCI*4-S), and Annie Johns (Part-Owner, Fernhill Singapore). Not pictured: Tom Tierney (Part-Owner, Fernhill Singapore). Photo by Joanne Maisano.

Phillip Dutton headed for home on Fernhill Singapore (Fernhill Singapore owners, David Vos Ann Jones Tom Tierney). Photo by Joanne Maisano.

Alyssa Phillips on stage receiving an award for her CCI*2-S win! Photo by Joanne Maisano.

Established in 2015, the MARS Great Meadow International is a three-day eventing competition held annually at the Great Meadow Foundation in The Plains, Virginia. The 2021 Great Meadow International took place from August 19 to August 22.

Caroline Martin, Member of TEAM USA wins the CCI*3 on Redfield Dexter. Zack Berry of MARS Equestrian, Caroline Martin, and Carrie Hull of Great Meadow. Photo by SAS Equine Photography.

Marilyn Little on RF Scandalous trying to hold her lead in CCI*4. (RF Scandalous owners, Jaqueline Mars, Phoebe & Michael Mande). Photo by Joanne Maisano.

For information on MARS Great Meadow International, please visit www.greatmeadowinternational.com.

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The District Cup invites the community for an afternoon of polo on Saturday, September 11th, 2021. International teams will play against USA teams while surrounded by our Capital's landmarks on the captivating National Mall. This year marks two historic milestones, the 20th Commemoration of 9/11 and 100 Years of Polo on the National Mall.

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CORN MAZE & APPLE HARVEST September 1 – 30 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. greatcountryfarms.com Great Country Farms, Bluemont, Va. September may mean back to school for many, but at Great Country Farms, it means back to the farm for freshly pressed cider and apple picking.

Challenge the “What’s Regenerative Agriculture Corn Maze” and learn about how our deep roots in the soil can keep our food and environment as healthy as possible. Celebrate everything apple with apple picking, our award-winning apple cider donuts, and a romp in our 12-acre play area.

Advanced tickets required on weekends.

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beer, food and music all day, you want to come early and stay late! Bring chairs and blankets for your comfort. Tickets available at eventbrite.com.

MIDDLEBURG COMMUNITY CENTER CONCERT IN THE PARK September 12 | 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Join us Sunday, September 12 for live music in the park! This is our 7th year offering music to our community and we cannot wait to have everyone back to the Middleburg Community Center for another great year of music, friends, great food, friends and community.

TWILIGHT POLO AT GREAT MEADOW September 4, 11, 18 | 5:30 p.m. twilightpolo.com Bring your family, friends, and coworkers out for an evening in Virginia horse country at the Greenhill Stadium in The Plains. Experience an authentic sunset-watching three polo matches, picnicking, drinking wine, watching the kids play giant tug o’ war, and dancing the night away.

One pass admits an entire carload of family and friends. Tickets available online.

NSLM POLO CLASSIC PRESENTED BY MARS EQUESTRIAN™ September 12 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. nationalsporting.org This event will feature two top tier polo matches, the Founders Cup and the Mars Cup, a parade of the Orange County Hounds, and more! The 2021 Polo Classic will return to the traditional event format with tickets for the Founders’ Pavilion, tailgates, and general admission. For more information please contact Reid O’Connor at roconnor@nationalsporting.org or 540-687-6542 x35.

LOCO FEST September 5 | 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.

868 Estate Vineyards, Hillsboro, Va. Over 25 Loudoun County musicians play and jam together all day long in this fundraiser to support up-and-coming artists in Loudoun. With wine,

FLOWER CROWN WORKSHOP September 17 | 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. | lostbarrel.com Learn how to make a lovely flower crown with designer Ella O’Donnell of Vintage Floral Design while enjoying a fun night out hosted by Lost Barrel Brewing.

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MIDDLEBURG OKTOBERFEST (This event has been canceled) September 18 | 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. middleburgva.gov Join us on South and North Madison Streets for an amazing festival. There will be two beer gardens, two stages for music, plenty of room for vendors, artists, crafts, and fun! No tickets required; just come to have a family-friendly, fun time!

42ND ANNUAL OLD TOWN WARRENTON SPRING INTO FALL FESTIVAL September 18 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

At this family friendly event you will find jewelry, handmade toys, photography and fine art, pottery, and other handcrafted items for the home and yard. Come enjoy a day of shopping, entertainment, and delicious food.

GOOSE CREEK 50TH ANNUAL FAMILY FESTIVAL September 19 | 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. | pecva.org Join us for the Goose Creek Association’s 50+ Anniversary Celebration at the Historic Aldie Mill.

The festival will include work from local artists, exhibits with an environmental focus, wildlife, children’s games, vendors, music, and food. Admission is free! Fun for the whole family!

MIDDLEBURG CLASSIC HORSE SHOW September 22 – 26 | Upperville, Va. In 2021, the show celebrates its 28th anniversary, Calendar | Page 43

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Calendar | From page 42 at the Salem Farm Showgrounds in Upperville, Va. The Middleburg Classic will be paired with the Piedmont Jumper Classic to provide two weeks of rated showing in one location.

THE OTHER HALF: PROVIDING FOR CLARKE COUNTY’S POOR September 25 | 2 – 4 p.m. | clarkehistory.org Berryville, Va. In the modern era, social welfare is a pretty sensitive topic, but the concept has existed for millennia. How else were people supposed to survive if they had no other means or just needed a little help? Join Archivist Melanie Garvey as she delves into Clarke County’s system of poor relief from the county’s inception in 1836 to the end of the County Farm in 1941. Tickets can be purchased through the Barns of Rose Hill website.

LEESBURG AIRSHOW September 25 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Leesburg, Va. The Leesburg Airshow, with its aerobatic performances, static aircraft displays, and skydiving demonstrations, is a family-friendly event not to be missed! It’s also your chance to fly in the TBM Avenger “Doris Mae,” L-5 Sentinel “Gayle Ann,” or the open-cockpit Stearman N2S-4.

CARS & COFFEE AT LOST BARREL BREWING September 25 | 9 – 11 a.m. | lostbarrel.com

Join Lost Barrel Brewing for Cars & Coffee on the last Saturday every month! Car enthusiasts meet up at Lost Barrel Brewing in Middleburg.

Bring your vehicle (cars and motorcycles) out on the last Saturday of each month from 9 - 11 a.m.

All makes/models welcome. Coffee and breakfast treats available for sale. Come hang out, enjoy the outdoors, socialize, and view cars. No ticket needed!

OAK SPRING: THE HEART OF THE MELLON LANDSCAPE September 26 | 1:45 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. piedmontheritage.org Guests will have an opportunity to explore the famous gardens, as well as the greenhouse, gallery, and a portion of the Mellon home before enjoying a beer and wine reception in the courtyard surrounded by the Mellon stables. OSGF President Sir Peter Crane will offer remarks on the preservation of the local landscape and the legacy of the Mellon family.

COOKING CLASSES WITH RENOWNED CHEF September 26 | 11:30 a.m. | 5 p.m.

Upperville, Va. Join a participation cooking lesson with world-renowned professional cooking instructor Dinah Corley at Historic Buchanan Hall. Dinah has worked with Simone Beck, Julia Child, James Beard, Richard Olney, Marcella Hazan, Gaston LeNotre and boasts an impressive resume in the

culinary world. Find tickets on eventbrite.com.

CRAB FEAST AT CREEK’S EDGE WINERY September 26 | 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Lovettsville, Va. Come join Creek’s Edge Winery for their Annual Crab Feast! Tickets include a glass of wine, allyou-can-eat crab, sausage, potatoes, and corn on the cob provided by Captain Dan’s Crab House!

Presale tickets: $110 per person are available at creeksedgewinery.com.

THE BREWERY COMEDY TOUR AT VANISH September 30 | 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Leesburg, Va. Top notch comedians are traveling the country and making a stop at Vanish Brewery! This comedy tour takes top comedians who you’ve seen on TV and sends them out on the road to perform at breweries throughout the country. Tickets available on eventbrite.com.

2021 PIEDMONT JUMPER CLASSIC September 30 - October 3 | Upperville, Va. The Piedmont Jumper Classic will take place at the Salem Farm Showgrounds in Upperville, Va. and will be a USEF Rated Jumper Level 2 competition. The Piedmont Jumper Classic will run in conjunction with the Middleburg Classic Horse Show this year. Please make all checks to Middleburg Classic for the Piedmont Show. ML

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