Nelson County Life, Issue #67 by Nelson County Life Magazine

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APPLE BUTTER MAKES IT BETTER PG. 26

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AFM’S NEW DIGS • PG. 28

RVCC’S BIG ONE-OH PG. 35

Stoney Creek (at the entrance) 3079 Rockfish Valley Highway

Wintergreen Mountain (next to spa) 121 Blue Ridge Drive

1-800-325-2200

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN 350 DOBIE Completely Renovated 2Bed/2Bath. $325,000

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN 1433 HIGHLANDS CONDOS Incredible views. $250,000

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN 2106 FAIRWAY WOODS Rare golf front. $199,000

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN 487 THREE RIDGES CONDOS Recently renovated. Walk to skiing. $159,900

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN 25 ROSEBAY LN Very good value for top view property. $679,500

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN 71 DEVILS BEND Cottage located on the 11th fairway. $329,000

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN 348 FORTUNES RIDGE DR Great views of Reed’s Gap and BRP. $348,500

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN 122 SHAMOKIN SPRINGS TRL Chalet with soaring ceilings. $315,000

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN 138 OAK LN High ceilings with stone fireplace. $349,500

STONEY CREEK AT WINTERGREEN 318 HIDDEN CREEK Post and beam beauty near lake. $399,000

STONEY CREEK AT WINTERGREEN 150 APPLE BLOSSOM CT Located on 9th Tuckahoe. $359,500

NELSON COUNTY 3150 LAUREL RD Post & beam lodge with western views. $295,000

To see these listings and many others go to P.O. Box 747/3079 Rockfish Valley Highway | Wintergreen, V A 22958 | (434) 361-0500 (800) 325-2200 NELSON COUNTY LIFE OCTOBER 2010

WINTERGREEN STONEY CREEK NELSON COUNTY and SURROUNDING AREAS (800) 361-5155 (434) 361-2440 2788 B Rockfish Valley Hwy/PO Box 444 Nellysford, VA 22958

Visit our website at www.MountainAreaRealty.com

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Mountain Area Realty has closed over $16.5 million in transactions this year to date. With 10 full time agents and our office open 7 days a week, we are able to offer immediate professional service. You only need to call Mountain Area Realty for all your real estate needs. Standing left to right: John McKeithen, Meredith Jackson, Pam McKeithen, Tom Kubiak, Hunter Price, Chastity Morgan, Ben Hernandez, Nancy Hernandez and Sharon Stacey. Seated left to right: Lois Armel, Charlie Wineberg, Dondi Brandon and Julie Bendle. Not pictured: Bo Newell

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WINTERGREEN RESORT

492 School House Lane

Shenandoah Ridge Townhomes 2, 12 and 14 Spectacular views of the Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Mountains or Black Rock Ski slopes can be seen from these very desirable townhomes. Ideally located in the heart of Devils Knob Village just a short walk form golf, tennis, dining, hiking and the Wintergarden Spa. 3-4 BR and tastefully furnished. Priced $359,000 to $449,000 with WPI

This 3 BR Virginia farmhouse is located on 9 acres within walking distance of a brewery, a restaurant, a winery and the new Rockfish Valley Trail. Hardwood and tile flooring, soapstone countertops in kitchen and lovely koi pond and patio. Mature landscaping with many beds. Several outbuildings on the property, one of which is a 1500 sq. ft guest house. Excellent rental or living space for a caretaker. Fenced areas for small animals and much more. $464,999

72 Fairway Oaks House

Walk Around Lane parcel Private yet easily accessed, this 2.85 acre wooded parcel is located in the sought after Rhue Hollow area at the end of a cul-de-sac. Just minutes to Wintergreen Resort, makes this an ideal spot for a second home or a year round residence. Lovely Winter, mountain views and all season potential with some cutting. Mountain laurel abounds! Great building sites with soil work done for a 3 BR home. Close to Nellysford and approx. 35 minutes to Charlottesville. $105,000

Golf front, 4 BR home with an open, flowing floor plan and plenty of space for everyone. A beautiful stone fireplace in the living room opens to the large rear deck and the screened porch. Plus, there is a loft for reading, games or TV and a rec room downstairs. The 2-car garage is great for inclement weather and groceries. Lots of amenities in a wonderful home! Furnished. $489,500 WPI

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Visit our website at www.MountainAreaRealty.com 2788 B Rockfish Valley Hwy/PO Box 444 Nellysford, VA 22958

WINTERGREEN STONEY CREEK NELSON COUNTY and SURROUNDING AREAS

1059 Bryant Mountain

This 3 BR 2.5 BA traditional home sits on 12 acres with incomparable views of the Blue Ridge. With an easy flow from kitchen to formal dining room to living room with gas fireplace, this home is ideal for entertaining. The master and bath are located on the entry level. The oversize rear deck provides lots of room for enjoying the mesmerizing views. A large garage with workshop is attached by covered walkway. $495,000

Rock Springs Lots Enjoy the unspoiled Virginia country side! These properties are ideal for someone wanting a gorgeous small horse farm or similar within easy driving distance of Charlottesville. This is in a very quiet area with no ambient road noise. Lot 1: 7.84 acres, stream $169,000 Lot 2: 7.84 acres, views $179,000 Lot 3: 8.41 acres, views $195,000 Lot 4: 8.41 acres, pasture $225,000

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Television is so yesterday

judd’s jugs And other functional pottery.

apple season How ‘bout them apples?

Colder weather’s coming ... Tune in to Tommy’s weather online ....

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Colder weather’s coming. Tune in to Tommy’s weatherfrom online:

here it comes It’s more than a sun dial.

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basic necessities ........................... 7 cover story ............................. 10 this old house ............................ 18 this new house ........................... 18 at home with marlo ................... 23 sam’s garden .............................. 32 askthedr...................................... 33 the perfect fit ............................. 33 leisure guide .............................. 34 datebook ................................... 36 classifieds ................................... 38 comics.........................................39

on the cover Photographer: Hayley Osborne You can’t be a potter if you don’t have a kiln. Judd’s story begins on page 10.

thepublishers We screen our calls. In fact, this one coming in right now is going to voice mail. I’m in the middle of something. I was in the middle of something the other day when Mr. Pancake called (online Scrabble). I just knew getting into a conversation with a breakfast menu item would have most certainly messed up my move. But fortunately, Pancake left a message. Even though I was initially startled by the display on the caller ID, who wouldn’t want to talk to a Pancake? Mrs. Pancake had left voice mail but Mr. Pancake picked up when I called back. He and the missus had seen our story last month about the soccer camp and wanted to sign up their grand kids for it next year. What a sweet, thoughtful man! And here I was, ignoring his wife’s phone call because of her surname. What’s in a name? So goes the famous line in Romeo and Juliet. As members of two warring families, the couple sealed their fate by choosing love over a family name. So, in reality, a name does mean a lot, though it necessarily shouldn’t. Even so, we’re still not spilling the beans on our little girl’s name. Not until she is born. So, ha! We haven’t

even told our aging parents what the name is. Double ha! Back to call screening. It’s not that we are anti-conversation, it’s just that phone communication seems to be so much more intrusive than a simple email or chatting with someone faceto-face. Our philosophy regarding television is similar. We are not anti-video. We just choose to consume our video over the internet or offline, via DVDs. So, if you need to call us, please don’t be offended if it goes to voice mail or if Adam answers the phone and drops it in his shopping cart. Unless of course you are Mr. or Mrs. Pancake. We’ll pick it up on the first ring. Enjoy! Yvette and Tommy Stafford

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winetime

PHOTOGRAPHY by TOMMY STAFFORD

You know fall’s just around the corner when Wintergreen Winery hosts its annual Romp, Chomp & Stomp event (left). The winery added a new festival to its late summer lineup this year: luna-see is a new wine and dance party held under the light of the moon.

OKTOBERFEST CELEBRATION

Sept. 27th through Oct. 3rd Live Music Steins Games Giveaways 9519 Critzers Shop Rd. (Rt. 151) Afton, VA

540-456-8020 www.bluemountainbrewery.com Open 7 Days a Week

WINTERGREEN STONEY CREEK NELSON COUNTY and SURROUNDING AREAS (800) 361-5155 (434) 361-2440 2788 B Rockfish Valley Hwy/PO Box 444 Nellysford, VA 22958

Visit our website at www.MountainAreaRealty.com 5171 Lowesville Road - $199,900

Charming cape style home situated on 8.3 acres with mature trees and established gardens. Open meadow with gorgeous views offer the option of horses, livestock, and much more! Go green! Come relax on the covered front porch and enjoy the fresh mountain air Nelson County has to offer. Detached garage with garden “closet” and a run-in shed for equipment storage or livestock. Fenced rear and side yard for pets & kids. Lovely patio area in rear with mountain and pastoral views. Open canvas waiting for you!

311 Fitchfield Lane - $399,900

126 N. Forest Drive - $549,900

Welcome to Paradise! Well appointed home situated on 5.44 landscaped acres with mature trees and plantings. Home features 3 bedrooms, 2 upgraded baths (one with steam shower), hardwood and tile flooring , Anderson windows, large game room with 16’ slider, and bonus room for home office. Enjoy the tranquil back yard from the enclosed sun room. Wildlife is abundant in the private front meadow. Located only minutes from Nellysford and all the amenities of the valley.

Centrally located to all the amenities on Devils Knob! Just across the 17th green is a shuttle stop, Wintergarden Pool & Spa, and WTG Nature Center. Spacious floor plan with soaring ceilings in the great room, private master suite, and bonus family room in the lower level. This pristine home greets you with hardwood floors, upgraded kitchen & stone fireplace. Oversized golf front lot with lush, native fern beds. Paved drive off the cul-de-sac offers ample parking & room for the kids to play. Furnished.

Land Offerings: Crabtree Falls Highway - $39,900 – 1.79 acres –Own your own private waterfall! This unique property boasts a beautiful 30 foot waterfall and is located only minutes from Crabtree Falls and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Over 1000’ of frontage on Campbell’s Creek. Great recreation parcel! Falls Lane - $49,900 – 2.74 acres - Partly wooded lot located in Fortunes Cove. Only 3/4 mile to the Nature Conservancy’s Fortunes Cove Preserve. Small stream on the property. Views. Easy access to Lovingston, Charlottesville and Lynchburg. Paloma Farm Lane - $29,900 - Approximately one acre in Northern Nelson just minutes from the Albemarle County line. Lot is gently sloping with a number of nice trees. No subdivision restrictions!

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Pigeon Hill Road Parcels - Located in one of the most scenic, unspoiled areas of Nelson County, these lots are just a short drive from the Blue Ridge Parkway, Crabtree Falls, Montebello, the Tye River and much more! Lot 1 – 8.15 acres – Wooded lot with view potential. $65,000 Lot 3- 11.81 acres – Wooded lot with view potential, long road frontage on public road, numerous building sites to choose from . $109,950 Lot 4 - 11.35 acres – Private wooded parcel with two creeks. Potential mountain views. $99,950

For more info, call Chastity Morgan 434-941-5883 haneyc@earthlink.net

basicnecessities By Kay Pfaltz www.basicnecessities.com www.kaypfaltz.com

Rising alcohol levels Part I Rising alcohol levels in wine seem to be the trend, and not just in the 15-plus percent Zinfandels coming out of California or the highly alcoholic and jammy Shiraz bombs of Australia—but also all those wines of the Languedoc that for so long were a nice dinner-table level of 12% or 12.5%. While many disagree with me, I think that with some notable exceptions wines above 13.5% are hard to pair with food…my opinion bending when it comes to super-sauced and rich game dishes or the fare of southwestern France, cassoulet and such. Why are levels rising? Some theories include global warming, Robert Parker’s palate, and appeasing an American public who demands higher alcohol. Also improved methods of viticulture mean grapes are picked riper than they once were; modern strains of yeast are more efficient at converting sugar into alcohol. But why is high alcohol a problem? To answer, I ask back: isn’t wine to be drunk with a versatile range of food? Wine with food is such a natural marriage it seems odd to have

anything else. Wine in moderation actually stimulates the gastric juices which break down food, whereas other beverages including water dilute the digestive process making the stomach work twice as hard. But just because we drink wine with food does not mean that the wine should overpower the food, which is what wine with high alcoholic levels does. I find also that for obvious reasons I can drink far less of the high-alcohol wines with a meal, and part of the pleasure of the long, many-coursed meals is to try multiple and different wines throughout. However, as temperatures drop and the nights cool off, heavier wines with more alcohol are a natural choice, complimenting not only cooler days, but heavier fare eaten traditionally to ward off winter’s chill. To compromise: Domaine Richeaume Côtes de Provence Tradition, 2008 – Domaine Richeaume has been a special favorite ever since I first worked on the sunny shores of the fabled Côte d’Azur more than twenty-five years ago. I can also remember ordering cases of Richeaume when older and unemployed and living not in the glitz and glitter of the French Riviera, but in a state of

somewhat ignominy at home with my mother after returning from France. Roughly equal parts Cabernet and Grenache. The idea behind this once frowned upon but now (at least for Richeaume) classic blend is to combine the masculine austerity of the Cabernet with the feminine opulence of the Grenache. Dark, rich with sumptuous aromatics, flavors and enough tannins to age, or to drink now and feel healthy about it. $26.99 Alcohol 13.5% Domaine Cayron, Gigondas, 2007 – I can never resist a good Gigondas; it could be 16% alcohol and I’d happily drink it. At 14 %, Domaine Cayron, like most Gigondas, holds its own. It’s beautifully balance and the alcohol, while definitely making itself known, does not overpower. Spicy, with nuances of dark cherries, blackberries, blueberries, pepper, wood and meat, this is a wine to pair with strong cheeses and game dishes. The vintage 2007 was an exceptional year for the southern Rhône; buy up any ‘07s you can find and drink now or equally, age. $26.99 Join Kay in the Southern Rhône Valley in April 2011. Kpfaltz@cstone.net

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Café Wine and Cheese Shop 2226 Rockfish Valley Highway Nellysford, Virginia ph: 434.361.1766 www.basicnecessities.us

A taste of Europe in the Blue Ridge!

Fall specials: Featuring Albemarle Ciderworks local cider, Gunther’s Gourmet salsas, local VA wines and small production wines. Come on by and check us out! Dinner served Thurs. through Sat. Lunch served Tue. through Sat. Brunch on Sunday Note: No longer serving dinner on Wednesday nights, but taking reservations for private parties. Call in advance. Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday 10am-6pm Thursday 10am-8pm Friday-Saturday 10am-10pm Reservations advised for weekend dinners. Sunday Brunch 10am-3pm

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Pumpkin Carving Party Saturday, October 23 5pm – 7pm (Rain date: October 30) $6 Admission Children Under 2 free.

141 Blundell Hollow Rd. (Route 633) Afton, VA 22920 434-361-0203 www.mountainsidepettingfarm.com

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[ this month’s question ]

I love the natural light and views in my home but I don’t like blinds, & everything is Fading and it is Hot!

What Can I do?

What a great question! Before I answer it, please let me introduce myself. My name is Darin Martin, and I am a lifelong resident of Central Virginia, and a local business owner. Having said that , I truly understand why people move to Nelson County, and never leave. It is a place that is rich in history, culturally diverse, relatively small, and of course the natural beauty. Ah yes, the majestic views of the Blue Ridge, the spring flowers, the plush greens of summer, and the lovely golds, oranges, and crimsons of Autumn. Most people I know, including myself want to enjoy our natural surroundings as much as possible. We hike, bike, take walks, Sunday drives, and play golf. Another trend I have noticed over the years is that we want to enjoy all of those splendors even when we don’t have time to be active or just want to relax. One way this has been accomplished is by adding more, and larger windows to our homes. The upsides to doing this are obvious. We receive much more natural light, and of course those views! Unfortunately, everything has a downside. We didn’t consider how much heat enters our home through the glass. Then there’s that awful fading. Who knew that the sun destroyed everything so fast. Now are floors, furniture, carpet, and artwork are a different color. This brings us back to the original question. What can I do? Since blinds and curtains only work when they are closed, they block our wonderful views, and they eliminate our natural light. They also are difficult to clean, have to be replaced or repaired periodically, and don’t work well on reducing the heat that passes through our windows. The simple yet extremely effective solution is window film. Window film is also known as window tinting. This is how window film works. It is applied to the inside of your windows, and is a filter of all of the harmful aspects of sunlight. Window film blocks 99.9% of the UVA/UVB rays, infrared and solar heat gain, and glare. The wonderful thing about window film is that it still

allows natural light into your home. Oh, I almost forgot about your majestic views. When window film is applied to your home you will still be able to see all of your views! In fact, your views and colors may be more distinct than clear glass. The company I own is Clear View Window Tinting. We are proud dealers of 3M Window Films. 3M was recently ranked #3 in Business Weekly’s “World’s 25 Most Innovative Companies” list, and ranked #12 on Forbes “America’s Most Reputable Companies” list. Not only did 3M invent window films, but they are the only company that produces its own polyester and makes its own adhesives. This ensures the film will be optically clear, and is made to last a lifetime. 3M backs all of their window films with a lifetime warranty. 3M window films have been recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation. 3M has recently awarded Clear View Window Tinting with one of only eight national awards for outstanding growth. We have achieved this by offering the best consultations, installations, and service in the industry. Our biggest goal is to have the opportunity to educate homeowners. Our consultations include applying samples to your windows, then explaining the differences between each sample. What’s great about 3M window films is they come in many varieties and perform very well. 3M has invented films that are clear to dark to everything in between. 3M window films significantly out perform all other window treatments as far as UVA/UVB and solar heat reduction. So open your blinds, and remove your sheets off the furniture and get the natural sunlight and views you deserve, because 3M window films is so beautiful you won’t even notice them. Make your home more comfortable by using a brand you can trust in 3M and a local company that understands window film better than anyone in the area. Please call Clear View For your free in home consultation at 996-8468 (TINT) or visit us at clearviewtint.com

We encourage you to visit our new website:

www.clearviewtint.com

Clear View Window Films

Call us for your FREE home consultation.

434-996-TINT (8468)

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PHOTOGRAPHY by HAYLEY OSBORNE

Brian W. Chase

Managing Broker Wintergreen & Stoney Creek

Real Estate Sales Featuring brews from Blue Mountain, Starr Hill, and South Street, this year’s Brew Ridge Trail Music Festival at the Concert Grounds at Devils Backbone attracted a crowd of 1600 strong that enjoyed music from various acts such as William Walter (left) and Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk.

APPLE BUTTER MAKIN’ FESTIVALS Flippin-Seaman, Inc.

DAILY SPECIALS

MAC’S Country Store Picture by Gray Dodson

COME CELEBRATE OUR APPLE HARVEST WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2ND &16TH FROM 10 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M.

Select from over 15 different apple varities out of bins • Cider, Jams, Jellies, Crafts • Clowns, Games, Pony Rides • Pick-your-own Pumpkins and Gourds, Corn Maze • Chateau Morrisette Winery (Oct 2nd) • Food • Live Music both dates •

For more information call 434-277-5824 www.flippin-seaman.com Directions: Take 29 S to 56 W. Stay on 56W for 1 mile turn right onto Rte 655 (Roseland Rd). Stay on Rte 655 for about 4 miles. At stop sign take a left, go over bridge and turn right onto 56 W. Stay on 56W for 5.5 miles AppleButter Festivals will be on your left.

SIT-DOWN OR TAKE-OUT BREAKFAST AND LUNCH. WE MAKE OUR OWN APPLE BUTTER, PICKLES, LEMON BREAD, COFFEE CAKES, PIMENTO CHEESE AND OF COURSE, OUR FAMOUS FRIED CHICKEN

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STORY by JENNIE TAL PHOTOGRAPHY by HAYLEY OSBORNE

After ﬁve years, this man is

ﬁred up. continued on page 12

BECERRA LAWNCARE Call Today for a FREE Estimate! Contact: Carlos Becerra

434-962-3266 Fall Debris Cleanup • Mowing • Weed Eating Pruning/Weeding • Tree Trimming • Planting/Fertilizing Mulching • Spraying Weeds • Raking Leaves Much, much more ...

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Professional • TrusTworThy • exPerienced • recommended

ompassionate Home Care & Companionship • Elder Care • Recuperative Care • Continuing Care

Dana Frye 434•361•2444 The Life enrichmenT Group

N E LSO N CO U N T Y … now this is living! OPEN HOUSE with refreshments Saturday, October 9 • 11–3

his historic old schoolhouse has been a successful garden center and a restaurant and the outbuildings have housed offices, florists and a produce shop! The main building was the high school for this area from 1910–1939. There are also 6 outbuildings, including one that has been finished as an office. This is an amazing property with water gardens, a functioning old mill wheel, a huge amount of parking, a large patio and porch for outdoor dining or display and beautiful, mature landscaping. The outbuildings are patterned after old tobacco barns. A large greenhouse sits behind the main building. The acreage in back is open and level with fantastic Blue Ridge views. Located in the middle of Nellysford, just 30 minutes from Charlottesville and Waynesboro. $775,000 2461 R O C KF I S H VALLE Y H I G HWAY

his 3BR, 2BA home was built in 2005 and still looks like new. Located in Spruce Creek Estates with gorgeous mountain views. Full unfinished basement for expansion. 2-car garage. Minutes to Nellysford and Wintergreen and half an hour to Charlottesville. Good rental investment. $274,000

128 SATI NWO O D L AN E

his 3BR, 2BA manufactured home is sited on 4 very private acres just minutes from Lovingston. Gas fireplace, central heat and AC and 2-car garage/shop. $134,000

131 D E E R R U N L AN E

harming Cape Cod on 1.36 acres with gorgeous mountain views. Energy efficient, 3BR, 2.5BA, den, garage and partially finished space in lower level. Amazing conservatory with radiant heat. Large screened porch, hot tub, extensive landscaping, walled rock garden area, organic garden plot, small shed and 1-car garage. 35 mins to Charlottesville and Waynesboro. $287,000 107 SATI NWO O D L AN E

B E E C H G R OVE C AM P PAR C E L

onderful 11.49-acre getaway property or hunting camp on the road to Wintergreen. One-bedroom cabin with kitchen, woodstove and living area. Separate bunkhouse and spacious shed. Seasonal views, stream and short frontage on a fork of the Rockfish River. Minutes to Nellysford and the Resort. $99,000

ust imagine looking out over this view everyday and each season! Stunning, panoramic Blue Ridge and pastoral vistas surround you on this 95 acre rare

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offering (in 4 parcels). There is a 2006 home with 3BR, 2.5BA and full basement. There’s also a tucked-away trailer on the property that is currently rented. $825,000

ith a charming 3BR, 1127 J E N N Y ’ S C R E E K 2BA cottage and 16 acres of fenced pasture, this little farm has everything you need. There are four separate paddocks, a spacious equipment or hay barn, as well as a run-in shed for horses or livestock. Jenny’s Creek is bold and runs through the property and there are gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountain views. Relax on the screened porch and watch the seasons change. Mature landscaping surrounding the house. The living area has old custom paneling and an amazing parquet ceiling and floor. Easy commute to Lovingston, Amherst or Lynchburg and 45 minutes to Charlottesville. $275,000

ike-new brick home 179 S N OW H I LL L AN E with three bedrooms, two baths and large tiled great room area. This lovely 10.67-acre parcel contains 4 division rights and already has a new well and 3BR septic for another building site. Living room and kitchen/dining area feature ceramic tile. Bonus loft area for office or den. Road frontage on Snow Hill Lane and Findlay Mountain Road. Mountain and pastoral views. A great opportunity for a small farm or an investment. $249,000

ocated just minutes 596 TR U S LOW L AN E from Nellysford and Wintergreen Resort and just 35 from C’ville. This well-maintained home has beautiful landscaping and a large open yard with Blue Ridge views. There are three bedrooms, two baths and a spacious great room with a gas fireplace. The master bath has a large garden tub. Owners are in the process of replacing the flooring in both bathrooms. Huge vegetable garden plot. Walk to Berry Hill Winery! $185,000

(434) 361-2440 • www.MountainAreaRealty.com

Julie Bendle (434) 996-8669

2788 B Rockfish Valley Highway • Nellysford, VA 22958

bendle5@aol.com

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For several years after moving to Virginia, Brooke Conover told friends and colleagues that her husband was a potter while Judd Jarvis, the supposed potter, stood by, sadly shaking his head. Despite his Master of Fine Arts from Nebraska at Lincoln, the artist felt that since he wasn’t actively pursuing his craft, he couldn’t legitimately call himself an artist. And just as Brooke began to say to herself,

“We’ve got to get this kiln going,” the couple found the opportunity to buy a house in Afton, build a workshop for Judd and finally get his kiln up and running.

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The 16th annual Artisans Studio Tour will take place Nov. 1 and 14. Judd and several other Nelson County artisans will be participating, as well as a variety of people from the Charlottesville area. Guests are invited to tour artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; personal studios to see some of Virginiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest crafts including pottery, furniture, weaving, fabric design, jewelry, stained glass, clothing, baskets, wood turning and more in addition to artisan demonstrations and some hands-on experience. For more information, visit www.artisanstudiotour.com.

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“And I could see the psychological difference, a difference in attitude or just feeling or self-image or self-esteem once he was able to get his hands back in clay,” said Brooke who has an MBA from Nebraska, works in human resources for Albemarle County and jokingly refers to herself as Judd’s enabler. “It was sort of like a fish who’d been out of water for too long.” Judd is what is called a functional potter and spends most of his time creating things that can be used in the home like mugs, vases, plates and pots. “I got excited about making something I could use in daily life and interact with,” said Judd. “I like to make things that are of service.” But that doesn’t mean they’re all function and no form. No, in fact, it took a while to get the ball

rolling on Judd’s studio partly due to the specialized nature of his work. Instead of using a traditional glaze for his pots and pitchers, Judd uses a type of firing called salt firing. “I get my pots up to about 2300°F and I introduced salt into the kiln and it combines with the silicone that’s present in the kiln body and basically forms its own glaze,” the artist explained. But because of the salt, the kiln must be made of special bricks – bricks that are too heavy to ship. Which is why Judd, a self-proclaimed Jack of all trades, had to build the kiln himself. And by that time – what with trying to follow building codes and still bring in some kind of income – Judd hadn’t touched clay in about five years. “It seemed like it was slow to get there and now

it seems like it’s going 60 miles an hour,” said Judd, who now has to post about six months of calendar up in his studio, a former one-car garage. “It’s starting.” Judd has already applied to and been accepted into the Artisan Center of Virginia. He’ll be taking part in the Artisan’s Studio Tour Nov. 13 and 15. And he attributes much of what he’s been able to accomplish to the area. “Nelson’s a great county,” he said. “I’m in a really nice spot.” “It’s been a very welcoming community,” agreed his wife. “When [Judd] first came down here and went over to their studios, they were very encouraging and still are. It’s sort of like if you need a cup of sugar you can ask your neighbor. It’s a very sharing, welcoming environment.” NCL

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Locavore Joel Salatin of Polyface Farm spent an evening at Pharsalia sharing his thoughts on large and small-scale agriculture. Salatin, whose most recent book is called Everything I Want To Do Is Illegal: War Stories From the Local Food Front, was recently featured in the Food, Inc. documentary.

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2137 Fairway Woods

Great price on a furnished two bedroom golf condo on 18th hole of Devils Knob GC!! Updated appliances and kitchen counters, heat pump and hot water heater make this a steal at $143,500. Rent it out or hold for investment, great location near spa, restaurant, golf and tennis. Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293 or smsales1@aol.com. (480494)

1409 Highlands Listed for $299,000

135 Warrior Run

Come see this 4 bedroom plus office on a quiet wooded lot with lots of privacy. Only $449,500 with Premier Equity membership included. Two family rooms with fireplaces, two master suites, large deck and wonderful natural landscaping. Two car garage, Lots of room! Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293 or smsales1@aol.com (480653)

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747 Laurelwood

An upper level 2-story Laurelwood with BONUS ROOM! Priced to sell! Beautiful interiors, chef ’s kitchen, custom interior paint and carpeting, fireplace, walk to Blackrock Market, shopping, dinning, private Laurelwood pool. Fall & winter ski season is fast approaching! A Wintergreen place for you and your family. Sold fully furnished. Unload your golf, tennis & ski equipment with ease, upper Laurelwood entrance is level w/no steps & parking in front! WPI. One of the largest Laurelwood floor plans! Offer price: $199,800, Contact Thomasina Shealey, REALTOR, mobile: 703.328.8680, email: bastide@ earthlink.net, (481025)

945 Diamond Hill Listed for $239,500

2204 Tanners Ridge Great location and value priced at $115,000. This one bedroom condo has a large patio and cozy fireplace. The condo is sold furnished and ready to enjoy Wintergreen. Close to the WinterGarden Center and a WTG Shuttle Stop. Listed by Kim Chappell, www. ExperienceWintergreen.com 434-238-2430 (466971)

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487 Cedar Glen Close Value Priced Building Lot in Stoney Creek at Wintergreen Resort. This .51 acre lot is within walking distance of golf, tennis, swimming & Stoney Creek Grill. $74,900. Contact Kim Chappell, 434-238-2430 or www.ExperienceWintergreen.com (458209)

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281 Wood House Lane Quiet cul de sac location in Stoney Creek subdivision at Wintergreen. Large lot has mountain views and privacy, yet all the amenities of resort living. Very build able lot with perc test available. 119,999. Call Steve Marianella for details at 434-566-1293. (457333)

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This photo is just a hint of the panoramic view potential of this special lot. With drainfield strategically located to maximize yearround views and more than 1 acre adjoining the National Forest, this is truly a unique Wintergreen mountain setting. Spectacular setting - Great land for outdoor landscaping and gatherings - Ideal for a significant mountain estate home. Adjacent 1+ acre parcel also available. Offered at $429,000. Brian Chase. 434-296-9860 www.goWintergreen.com (472473)

182 Mountain Inn Listed for $99,900

1551 Vistas Listed for $179,000

112 Shamokin Springs Trail Building Lot 60 in the popular Shamokin Springs Nature Area. Views of the Nature Preserve from the front of your lot. A hiker’s dream location but also close to all resort amenities. We can introduce you to builders for your dream home in Wintergreen Resort. Sold with WPI. Call Kim Chappell 434-238-2430 or kim@ experiencewintergreen.com (476058)

SPECTACULAR LAKEFRONT LOT IN STONEY CREEK! Priced to compete with wooded, interior Stoney Creek lots “without views”! A wonderful opportunity to build your dream home on the water! Exclusive Stoney Creek at Wintergreen Golf & Lake Community. Short drive to Charlottesville & wine country. A swift 15 minutes to the top of the mountain to enjoy Wintergreen Resort amenities. Golf, tennis, swimming, Lake Monocan, walking trails, bicycle paths, dining. A rare lakefront lot awaits! WPI Offer price: $187,900, Contact Thomasina Shealey, REALTOR, mobile: 703.328.8680, email: bastide@earthlink.net, (476743)

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136 Foothills Drive

“You should see this home”! Hidden behind the circular drive, on 2.4 glorious acres, past the flora & stone walkway, enter the flagstone foyer just beyond the covered porch. 136 Foothills Drive is your retreat from the world. Arts & Crafts 4,000+ square foot architectural delight, Natural light, hardwood floors, library & great room(s) w/fireplaces, spacious kitchen w/ cherry cabinets & light filled dining, screened porch, writers/artist cottage/workshop on the grounds, 3-car garage, privacy, WPI, Offer price: $449,900, Contact Thomasina Shealey, REALTOR, mobile: 703.328.8680, email: bastide@earthlink.net, (476401)

754 Laurelwood Renovated 2BR condo is popular Laurelwood neighborhood. New kitchen, baths, paint and furniture. Sold furnished and with WPI. $214,000. Listed by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceWintergreen.com 434-238-2430 (468501)

150 Rosewood Drive

RoseWood at Stoney Creek: Models and building sites available, a 55+ living community in the valley of Wintergreen’s Stoney Creek. Spacious villas & condos, superb craftsmanship, many Universal Design features. Maintenance-free living with sensational views and care-free convenience. Villas from $389,000 / Condos from $297,000. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (462918)

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136 Hemlock Drive View Home! This beautiful 5BR home has stunning views and designer furnishings. Sold turn-key and ready to enjoy. Close to resort amenities but on a quiet street. Listed by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceWintergreen.com, 434-238-2430. (480971)

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Private Lot with 3BR home. Enjoy the Summer on your large deck without a neighbor in sight. Immaculate home, in great condition. Open floor plan with kitchen and dining open to great room. Stone wood burning fireplace. .75 private acres. Sold furnished and with WPI. Listed at $340,000 by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceWintergreen.com (479106)

2025 Stone Ridge Large, three bedroom resort condo with updated furnishings. Lower-level with large walk-out patio. Great location near WinterGarden, Nature Center and many amenities. Sold turn-key and ready to enjoy. Listed for $263,000 by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceWintergreen.com, 434-238-2430 ( 470828)

472 Cedar Meadow Drive

Exceptional home on beautifully landscaped double lot; breath-taking great room features stone fireplace extending to top of 17 foot wood-paneled ceiling and overlooked by balcony; family room has gas fireplace with soapstone hearth; many special features include sun room, greenhouse, 4 walk-in closets, fish pond, stone chimney and stone pillars at entry. $679,000. Call Joan Mummery at (434)361-9402 (466879)

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Rare opportunity to own one of largest mountain-side estate lots in Stoney Creek. With elevations nearing 2,200 feet, it’s one of the community’s highest. Enjoy lower humidity and cooler summer temperatures. Easy 5 minute access to valley amenities. Gorgeous views of the Rockfish Valley. Adjacent 9 acre estate parcel also available. Reduced to $195,000. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (460218)

75 North Forest Drive

ONE OF THE LOWEST PRICED GOLF FRONT LOT IN WINTERGREEN RESORT!!! Golf Front lot, already cleared with water, sewer, grinder pump and electricity in place, paved driveway, save $20,000 in excavation costs, building on this golf front lot. WPI. Paved driveway, water and sewer in place. $115,000 Call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293 (476990)

1445 Beacon Hill, Afton Wonderful new 4 bedroom home to be built by Shenandoah Valley Construction; one of the areas premier builders. Quiet, scenic Signal Hill Subdivision near Cardinal Point Winery in Afton. Great schools, Western Albemarle H.S. Call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293 for details. (459686)

490 Three Ridges This 1 BR condo is rated Gold in the rental program. Rare, end unit. Sold furnished and ready to enjoy. $164,900. Call Kim Chappell 434-238-2430. www.ExperienceWintergreen.com (448392)

Rockfish Heights Lot #5

Enjoy beautiful mountain Views from the NEW Rockfish Heights neighborhood in Nelson County. A quick drive to Wintergreen Resort and many county amenities such as hiking, restaurants, shopping, wineries and breweries. Low Homeowners Dues but close to all the action. Listed by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceNelsonCounty.com Call 434-238-2430 for details (471909)

26 Den Tree This 4 bedroom 2 bath mountain home is great for your family and friends. Large deck and wooded natural views. WPI $345,000 call Kim Chappell 434-238-2430 www.ExperienceWintergreen.com. (455007)

67 Timber Camp Drive

Walk to Chestnut Springs outdoor pool! Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, architecturally stunning mountain home! Spacious foyer entry, first floor master suite, sweeping deck with seasonal mountain views, custom kitchen w/breakfast bar, Great Room with large stone fireplace, rustic and warm wood details, Sold beautifully furnished, Seller to contribute $3,000 towards Purchaser’s closing costs, Walk to hiking trails, tennis, golf, dining. Added bonus feature! Enclosed area for family pup to play WPI, Offer price: $420,000, Contact Thomasina Shealey, REALTOR, mobile: 703.328.8680, email: bastide@earthlink.net, (476741)

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108 Ruffed Grouse Lane

Private area on cul de sac to build your dream home. Bring your builder or let me introduce to one of our great local builders. This wooded lot with seasonal views is close to Stoney golf and tennis,Lake Monacan and other Stoney Creek area amenities. Includes WPI right of membership. $88,900 Call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293. (476728)

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2101 Fairway Woods This golf-front condo was gutted down to the studs and rebuilt in 2007 w/ the finest materials including granite counters, cherry cabinetry, tile floors. Also new are the furnishings, appliances, and fixtures. Ground level - enjoy the golf-front setting from your patio. Sold furnished w/ WPI. Gold rated unit w/ rental program revenue stream in place. Reduced! $179,900. Brian Chase. 434-296-9860 www.goWintergreen.com (473916)

781 Cedar Meadow Drive Walk to Golf and Stoney Creek Clubhouse. Large fl at lot bordered by open space on one side and rear. $79,000 Kim Chappell 434-238-2430 or www. ExperienceWintergreen.com (440387)

370 Fawn Ridge Drive Great price on this cozy furnished three bedroom bungalow. New kitchen, new exterior paint and two family rooms, one with wood burning fireplace! Good location near Golf and Tennis, Devils Grill Restaurant, also includes WPI right. $289,500 Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293 (472022)

364 Chestnut Place Great value for a lot with seasonal views and privacy. Great location close to skiing,golf,tennis and restaurants at end of cul de sac. Bring your builder or let us provide one for you. $145,000. Listed by Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293 (471855)

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PHOTOGRAPHY by TOMMY STAFFORD

Area fire and rescue agencies were honored at this year’s Nelson County Volunteer Appreciation Day, hosted by Wintergreen Fire and Rescue at Lake Monocan. Nelson EMS Coordinator Ray Uttaro thanked Asst. Faber Fire Chief Jeff Fletcher and Lovingston Fire Pres. Angie Bumley for their support during last winter’s snow storms (below). The Nelson County Board of Supervisors foot the bill for the event.

The Cottage at Rodes Farm

Charming Vacation and Event Rental • Next to historic 1840’s Rodes Farm Inn • Gorgeous views • Overlooks fishpond, pool and tennis courts • Renovated cottage sleeps up to 8 • Screened porch and deck • Minutes to Nellysford and Wintergreen • 30 minutes to Charlottesville • The 2400 sq. ft. “Red Barn” is available for events such as weddings, private parties, family reunions, and fundraisers For rates, availability or more info call Julie Bendle at 434 996-8669 or e-mail Bendle5@aol.com

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Tips for Purchasing Land

By Marlo Allen Marlo Allen is a licensed Realtor residing in Nelson County

Life is about choices and sometimes having too many options can make it hard to focus. There are many more homes on the market now than in years past. If you are a buyer and still have not been able to find your dream home, perhaps it is time that you switch gears and look for a dream lot to build exactly to your specifications. You are a good candidate for a land purchase if you tend to look at a home and see the shortcomings instead of the possibilities. This would be the right home “if only” it had southern exposure, overlooked water, was situated further from the road, had more shade trees etc… When you spend more time outside looking at the land features, than inside looking at the home features, you know that your dream house really starts with finding your dream lot. Once you locate your dream parcel, here are some quick tips to consider before making an offer.

Suitability; ensure that the topography accommodates your specific building plans. Have the builder visit the location for a site review. If unable to coordinate this before the offer, incorporate a study period into the offer. In case the site is not suitable, be certain that you can terminate the contract without penalty. Right of Way & Road Maintenance; there should be a deeded right-of-way in place for land not accessible by a public road. The deed should give you and future owners the right to access the land. When the land is not accessible via a public road, verify that a road maintenance agreement is in place so that everyone utilizing it is responsible for upkeep. Utilities; if public water and sewer are not available, consider making an offer contingent upon these factors. Allow for a soil study period to ensure that a septic system,

Choices can be good ... if you make the right one!

rated for the number of bedrooms that you require, can be installed. Check availability of electric, gas, cable and telephone services. Easements; does someone else have the right to access the property? Find out before you make an offer, or add a contingency that you must approve of existing easements. Restrictions; check for deed restrictions to ensure that you can build as planned. If the land is located within a subdivision, thoroughly review covenants and restrictions to understand other potential limitations such as minimum house size. Also review zoning ordinances to ensure that the land can be utilized per your intentions. Survey; retrieve a plat/survey and locate the boundaries. If the survey is not current and there’s a question about the number of acres in the tract, make an offer for “X” dollars per acre as determined by a new survey. This will ensure that you are

getting the exact amount of acreage purchased and nothing more or less. Environmental Liabilities; ask if there are any known underground oil or gas storage tanks and if they exist negotiate who is to pay for removal. Other Contingencies; evaluate the “what ifs” - things that could make the property unusable for your purposes. Add these to the offer as contingencies, meaning if they don’t happen the contract can be terminated. With more than 280 parcels of land available in Nelson County, you may want to rely on a real estate professional to help you narrow the scope!

Marlo Allen, frequently referred to as “That Girl,” calls Nelson County home. In fact, she grew up in Nelson and besides being a Realtor, is a family business partner at Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery in Nellysford. Marlo provides real estate services in Nelson and surrounding counties.

An incredible choice!

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Why settle when you can afford not to? When you expect the best, go for it! Situated in a sought after area of Stoney Creek within Wintergreen Resort, this incredible parcel has it all. It fronts water (several lakes), the golf course (1st and 2nd fairways), and mountains (panoramic views of Crawfords Knob)! It is ready and waiting for you to build your dream home. Seller is also willing to share the custom house plans that have been drafted for this specific building lot. This parcel already has underground electric, public water and sewer, and includes WPI.

Get real-time market data for Wintergreen, Nelson, & Charlottesville Area at HomeValueMarketReport.com

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Apple Festival Oct. 16th & 17th 9am-5pm October 17th

Benny Dodd’s Band

Food Vendors – Crafters • Hayrides • Apple Sling Shot • Corn Maze Moon Bouncers • Face Painting • Sand Art Apples • Apple Butter • Cider • Country Hams Side Meat • Molasses • Honey • Sweet Potatoes Baskets • Pumpkins • Cookbooks

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October 16th

10am – Blue Country Band 2pm – Performance by Amherst Dance Academy

Residents of the Almost Home Pet Adoption Center in Lovingston, Sadie and Petey finally tied the knot. Married Friday, August 20 at the Mallard’s Run Farm in Keswick, the bride wore and old Vera Wagg hat and the groom sported a new Bow-Wow tie. The couple ended their day by moving into their new home on the same property. Congrats!

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It’s that time of year.

STORY by JENNIE TAL PHOTOGRAPHY by HAYLEY OSBORNE

This year’s Apple Butter Makin’ Festivals at The Packing Shed off Rt. 6 in Tyro are on Oct. and 16 from 10am to 4: 0pm. October is Virginia Apple Month. For more information on touring Nelson County’s apple country, turn to page . 6 NELSON COUNTY LIFE OCTOBER 010

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Anne, whose maiden name is Seaman, is one of many family members who helps run The Packing Shed, an apple packer, shipper, and retailer in Tyro. The Packing Shed is owned by Flippin-Seaman, Inc., a business that represents two orchards: Silver Creek Orchard, which is owned and run by the Flippin family, and Seaman’s Orchard, which is owned and run by the Seaman family. “It’s two separate families that grow apples and have two different businesses, but they formed a corporation,” explained Anne, who said the corporation was formed in 1974 when each family’s children began taking a more active role in running the orchards. “They come together to pack, ship and retail the apples.” But it’s not just retailing. The Apple Butter Festivals this year are Oct. 2 and 16. “As long as I can remember, and I’m going on 37, they’ve always made apple butter here,” remembered Anne. In the late 1970s, Mennonites used to come to the festivals each year and make the apple butter. That’s when the festival was more adult oriented. But as the festival became more lively and family-

Bill Flippin has reason to smile. Those apples look great!

friendly, Anne said the Mennonites began to feel uncomfortable with all the live music so Richard Seaman, her father, took over the apple butter. Nowadays it’s Carter Parr and Brian Kidd who are in charge of the 12-hour apple butter-making process. And Anne comes in at the end to add the spices. When the festival first started, the apple butter wouldn’t come off the 30-gallon kettle until 3 p.m. or later, but now it’s ready around lunch time. “We usually have guys that stay here all night watching the apple butter… it has to be constantly stirred,” said Anne. “They put it on around midnight or so, so it comes off at a more reasonable hour.” But don’t worry, early birds – in addition to the two batch minimum (that’s more than 60 gallons!) they’ll make each day of the festival, they’ll have some ready for purchase all day long. As Anne said, “not everyone wants to spend the day waiting for the apple butter to come off.” Not with everything else there is to do: crafters, food, pony rides, a corn maze, a pick-your-own pumpkin patch, a kids tent full of games and crafts, live music and even wine tasting. NCL

Doreen Lawhorne and Anne Kidd are busy behind the counter greeting customers (above). Doreen spends the Fall at Flippin-Seaman, Inc. and the Spring at Seamans’ Orchard during strawberry season. Below is what apple butter making looked like in the ‘70s at The Packing Shed. At left, Ruth Saunders greets visitors at the Orchard.

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Afton Family Medicine begins construction on new building STORY by JENNIE TAL

Builder Jim Gates, Drs. Charles Cole and Stephen Schmitz, and architect Robin Meyers survey the new site for Afton Family Medicine at the intersection of Routes 1 1 and 840. The goal is to have the building up and running by the summer of 011.

TOMMY STAFFORD

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Fifty years ago, Dr. Bob Raynor started a small, country clinic called Afton Family Medicine. Acquired some years later by Martha Jefferson Hospital, the clinic has seen countless Nelson County residents in the last half century. The original clinic sits at the intersection of Hillcrest Lane and Route 151 in Afton. It brought local healthcare to the county, but unfortunately didn’t always have everything a more modern facility would have. So after decades of practice, Afton Family Medicine is moving a few miles north and adding some state-of-the-art equipment while maintaining its priceless rural location and wellknown local doctors. “We’re going from a facility that was basically an old house to a facility that is being built for a medical practice,” said Judy Tobin, director of physician services at Martha Jefferson Hospital, adding that the new facility will not only feature new technologies, but also be cleaner and provide better infection control. And architect Robin Meyer definitely took the rural location into consideration as she designed the new building. She

said her main goal was to have the new facility fit into the rural area while still being a high-tech building. “We’re out in a gorgeous spot,” she said at the new facility’s groundbreaking in early September. “So I tried to do something that had a feeling of the mountains.” Even though MJH technically ran the clinic for many years, Dr. Bob stayed on as the clinic’s physician until he retired just a few years ago, leaving his practice in the hands of Drs. Stephen Schmitz and Charles Cole. Dr. Steve, who started just five years ago as Dr. Bob began to prepare for retirement, knows that the last building saw 50 years of service. “So we’re looking forward to the next 50 years,” he said. Dr. Charles agrees and also looks forward to the new building, which should be completed late next summer. “I think that this office will allow efficiency that we didn’t have at the old office,” he said. “It’s exciting to have a new building. It’s going to be good for the practice. It’s going to be good for the community. It’s going to be fun.” NCL

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sam’sgarden By Sam Saunders Saunders Landscapes, LLC

The Annual Mulch Parade Every year, like clockwork, many of us order a load of mulch to tuck our shrubs away for a long winters nap. Mulch has a blanket effect on our plantings – holding in moisture and heat while creating a barrier against unwanted weeds. Although these are all very strong and much needed protections, all too often we tend to mulch too much and create a barrier that not only keeps out the unwanted weeds but often impedes growth of many of your perennial and native wildflowers and strangles shrubs and trees by creating a aerobic (zero oxygen) layer that is impenetrable to water. Layer after layer build up and create a blister-like mound of mulch surrounding trees and other plantings. A suitable alternative is compost layering. Compost layering is a process. First you need to break up the built up layer of mulch in your landscape with a hoe or rake to introduce oxygen to aerobic areas. Then you need to add in 1-2 inches of already decomposed debris (compost) around and between your landscape plants. Since this material has already been through the composting process involving naturally high heat and oxygen (from turning) most all diseases and seeds have been killed leaving just ‘black gold’ for your landscape. It is the natural process that your mulch would have eventually succumbed to anyway – you have just eliminated the process that would have taken years and tons of Nitrogen to complete. The benefits of compost or organic matter are numerous and highly sought by landscape professionals and gardeners alike: Improves soil structure (mainly oxygen, moisture & nutrient holding capacity) Aids in microbial activity

Attracts garden derivatives and beneficial insects (earthworms) Suppresses soil born diseases Holds nutrients (both future added material and the innate organic, slow release forms found in compost) Acts as a pseudo mulching agent thereby increasing blanket effect on roots for winter So how does all of this help you to grow better shrubs, flowers and vegetables? A major factor in determining how soil aids in growth and flowering of species is its nutrient holding capacity (professionally known Cation Exchange Capacity or CEC). Simply put, nutrients must be dissolved to be available to the plant. Once these nutrients are dissolved they carry a charge that is attracted to an opposite charge in your soil – in particular high organic matter and clay. Working together, your clay and compost work to form a reserve for the plant in holding nutrients – nutrients that will be available for growth, flowering and fruit production. Although clay soils naturally have a high CEC, compost is the workhorse by offering not only an almost equal CEC to that of clay but the added benefits mentioned above – something clay soils cannot do alone. The end result, when the soil is prepared properly, is a wonderful soil strata that is unique to our soils found right here in central Virginia – a combination that is impossible to replicate in soil veins comprised of sand or similar materials. Compost layering is for all landscape gardens. While I have never visited a landscape where I felt that adding compost would not be advantageous, I have visited many landscapes where I felt that more mulch would definitely be counterproductive to the landscape plants – in particular perennials. Until our next article, Happy Harvest!

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asktheDr. By Dr. Steve Schmitz Afton Family Medicine Weight Loss Part 5 If you have been reading my contributions to this column over the last several months, you will recognize the weight loss equation: Eat/Drink Less Calories + Burn More Calories= Weight Loss. I keep bringing it up because it is so important. If we become motivated and follow the equation and lose weight, so many diseases can be avoided and people live better. I often get questions in the office about medical problems causing weight gain. Certainly there are problems that can cause weight gain, but they don’t do it outside of the above equation. In other words, you can’t gain weight without eating/drinking. There are certainly medicines that increase the appetite, and hypothyroidism slows the metabolism. It is probably even more important for a patient that has these problems to know and live the weight loss equation. I try to encourage folks to recognize the medical syndrome that is in the way as an obstacle to weight loss or management, but not an insurmountable blockade. The truth is, I bet for every 20 people that want me to check labs and such looking

for a cause for weight gain only one of them has a medical reason to influence their weight. (It is still important sometimes to look for these problems, don’t get me wrong here.) Almost always it is eating habits and lack of exercise that is the culprit. Another common question is “can I take a pill and lose weight?” There are a few FDA approved pills out there for weight loss. But, overall they have bad side effects (heart rhythm problems, greasy diarrhea etc), cost a lot, and only provide an average of 5-10% of body weight lost after a year of use. Therefore, I really don’t recommend them. I think that a motivated person who is willing to work hard and follow the eat less/burn more calories equation will lose more than someone just taking a weight loss pill. Remember: Get motivated, follow the equation, lose weight, live better! Dr. Steve Schmitz is a licensed medical doctor based in Afton. Have a question for him? Email him at AskTheDr@ nelsoncountylife.com. Sorry, due to the high volume of messages received, personal replies may not be possible. The Editor reserves the right to edit questions for content, accuracy, and length. This column is provided as a service to readers of Nelson County Life Magazine and is not intended to replace the advice of a physician. If you have a question about your personal health, please consult your doctor.

theperfectfit By Agnes F. Schrider, PT Nelson Physical Therapy

Fibromyalgia and Exercise If you have fibromyalgia, you may experience deep muscular tender points and fatigue and exercise may stir unpleasant thoughts in your head. Anxiety and pain prohibit many fibromyalgia sufferers from exercising. However, gentle low impact exercise can be very beneficial for those who suffer from fibromyalgia. Gentle exercise such as walking, swimming, yoga, tai chi, qigong, pilates and stretching increase the mobility in your joints, assist in weight management, increase your outlook on life, improve sleep and improve your sense of well being. Gentle strength training, starting with light dumbbells and low repetitions, will build strong muscles to support the joints and ligaments. It also improves your function so that daily tasks are less of an effort. Exercise increases your endurance, builds tone and improves coordination. Your physical well being has an overall bearing on your outlook. Physical exercise releases endorphins in the body which help to reduce

stress and anxiety. One of the keys to success is working with a knowledgeable professional when starting your program. Start slowly, set realistic goals and progress gradually. Often it helps to exercise in sessions of 15 minutes twice a day in the beginning as your muscles and joints accommodate to the physical activity. It is a good idea to combine a cardiovascular activity such as walking or water aerobics with a stretching and strength activity. If you choose yoga or pilates; remember there are various styles of yoga and various levels of both yoga and pilates. Talk to the instructor ahead of time to ensure that the class is appropriate for you to avoid harming yourself. As with any form of exercise, the hardest part is taking the first step. There may be a fear of oncoming pain or fear of failure or fear that you won’t feel the benefits fast enough. Try it - stick with it for life. I have seen even in the toughest cases, lasting benefits. You’ll regain your quality of life.

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Agnes F. Schrider, PT is a licensed physical therapist, fitness trainer, and certified golf fitness trainer based in Nellysford. Have a question for her? Email her at ThePerfectFit@nelsoncountylife.com. Sorry, due to the high volume of messages received, personal replies may not be possible. The Editor reserves the right to edit questions for content, accuracy, and length. This column is provided as a service to readers of Nelson County Life Magazine and is not intended to replace the advice of a licensed professional. If you have a question about your personal health, please consult a health professional.

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Harmony Hill Bed & Breakfast 929 Wilson Hill Rd (Rt. 665), Arrington, VA 877.263.7750

Ambrosia Bakery & Deli 2192 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 434.361.9661

Horseshoe Mountain Lodge Roseland, VA • 434.361.2525

Basic Necessities 2226 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 434.361.1766 Blue Ridge Pig 2198 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 434.361.1170 Chen’s 73 Calohill Dr., Lovingston, VA 434.263.8865 Chirios Pizza Valley Shopping Center 2777 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 434.361.9188 Copper Mine Bistro Wintergreen Resort • 434.325.8090 Devils Grill Wintergreen Resort • 434.325.8100 The Edge Wintergreen Resort • 434.325.8080 The Fountain Room at The Mark Addy 56 Rodes Farm Drive, Nellysford, VA • 434.361.1101 The Java Depot 80 Mosby Run., Nellysford, VA • 434.361.0221 Lovingston Cafe 165 Front Street, Lovingston, VA • 434.263.8000 Paulie’s Pig Out 7376 Rockfish Valley Highway, Afton • 434.361.2001

The Meeting Place 825 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Wintergreen, VA 434.361.2380 Montebello Camping & Fishing Resort 15072 Crabtree Falls Hwy, Montebello, VA 540.377.2650 North Fork Cottages 697 North Fork Road, Tyro, VA • 540.377.2007 The Orchard House Bed & Breakfast 9749 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 434.263.7747 Walton’s Mountain B&B 6401 Rockfish River Rd, Schuyler, VA • 434.831.1384 Resort Reservations & Country Cottages Afton, VA • 540.456.8300 Royal Oaks Cabins in the Mountains 45 Royal Oaks Lane, Love, VA • 800.410.0627 Sarah’s Mountain Retreat Cabin 406 Fish Hatchery Lane, Montebello, VA 540.377.6458 Shadow Mountain Rentals 15644 Crabtree Falls Hwy, Montebello, VA 757.424.2884

Smoky’s Black Bear Cafe Wintergreen Resort • 434-325-1227

The White Pig Bed & Breakfast 5120 Irish Road, Schuyler, VA • 434.831.1416

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Tye River Cabin 6011 Crabtree Falls Highway, Tyro, VA 434.238.2430

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Vito’s Italian Restaurant 8181 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 434.263.8688 Vito’s Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria 2842 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 434.361.9170

shuteye Afton House Bed & Breakfast and Cottages 31 Afton Lane, Route 6 East, Afton, VA 540.456.6759 Afton Mountain Bed & Breakfast 10273 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Afton, VA 540.456.6844 Camp Blue Ridge Montebello, VA • 540.377.2413 Cox’s Creek Cottage 296 C & C Lane, Roseland, VA • 434.277.5566

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The Meander Inn 3100 Berry Hill Road, Nellysford, VA • 434.361.1121

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Le Bleu Ridge Bed & Breakfast 27 Chapel Hollow Road, Afton, VA • 434.361.1213

Dutch Haus Bed & Breakfast 655 Fork Mountain Lane, Montebello, VA 540.377.2119 Fallen Oak Bed & Breakfast 353 Mimosa Lane, Faber, VA • 434.361.1011

Afton Mountain Vineyards 234 Vineyard Lane, Afton, VA • 540.456.8667 Blue Mountain Brewery 9519 Critzers Shop Rd. (Rt. 151), Afton, VA 540.456.8020 Cardinal Point Vineyard & Winery 9423 Batesville Rd, Afton, VA • 540.456.8400 DelFosse Vineyards & Winery 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, VA 434.263.6100 Devils Backbone Brewing Company 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland, VA • 434.361.1001 Flying Fox Vineyard 27 Chapel Hollow Rd, Afton, VA • 434.361.1692 Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery 2800 Berry Hill Road, Nellysford, VA 434.361.1266 Lovingston Winery 885 Freshwater Cove Lane, Lovingston, VA 434.263.8467 Mountain Cove Vineyards 1362 Fortunes Cove Lane, Lovingston, VA 434.263.5392

Veritas Vineyards & Winery 145 Saddleback Farm, Afton, VA 540.456.8000 Wintergreen Vineyard & Winery 426 Winery Lane, Nellysford, VA 434.361.2519

gifts&antiques Afton House Antiques 31 Afton House Lane, Afton, VA • 540.942.2993 a.m. FOG 9264 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, VA • 540.456.7100 Blossom’s Flowers, Gifts & Crafts 911 Front Street, Lovingston, VA 434.263.8227 Blue Moon Antique Mall & Bookstore 8230 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 434.263.8890 Cat Rock Antiques 9704 Patrick Henry Hwy, Roseland, VA 434.277.8049 Claudia’s Florist & Gifts 121 Main Street, Lovingston, VA • 434.263.5848 Kelly’s 5060 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA • 434.361.1169 Hughes Mews Antiques 2471 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 540.456.7237 Logos of Wintergreen Mountain Inn Lodge, Wintergreen, VA 434.325.1125 Mountain Vision Pottery 2019 Beech Grove Road, Roseland, VA 434.361.1725 Notforgotten Farm 3530 Tye River Road, Tye River, VA • 434.263.6508 Rockfish Gap Country Store Intersection of Rts 250 and 151, Afton, VA 540.456.6112 SPCA Thrift Store 4791 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Arrington, VA 434.263.8788 Tuckahoe Antique Mall 4202 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 434.361.2121 Valley Green Gallery Valley Green Center (Rt. 151), Nellysford, VA 434.361.9316

orchardcountry a.m.FOG 9264 Critzer’s Shop Road, Afton, VA • 540.456.7100 Critzer Family Farm 9388 Critzer Shop Road (Rt. 151), Afton, VA 540.456.4772 Dickie Brothers Orchard 2552 Dickie Road, Massies Mill, VA • 434.277.5516 Drumheller’s Orchard 1130 Drumheller Orchard Ln., Lovingston, VA 434.263.5036 Fitzgerald’s Orchard 728 Harper’s Creek Lane, Tyro, VA • 434.277.5798 Flippin-Seaman, Inc. – Seaman & Silver Creek Orchards 5529 Crabtree Falls Hwy, Tyro, VA • 434.277.5824 Saunders Brothers Orchard 2717 Tye Brook Hwy (Rt. 56), Piney River, VA 434.277.5455 The Apple Shed 14815 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 434.263.8843

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Community theater has been part of the Rockfish Valley Community Center since the very beginning. So has The Treasure Chest. And the use of the sports fields on the former elementary school grounds. But the skate park? And the playground? The artists’ studios? The Tae Kwon Do classes? The community markets? Those all came later, thanks, in no small part, to people like the RVCC Board of Directors President Sarah Jane Stewart who said she loves being part of this place where people can come and really start something good. Since it opened in March of 2000, the RVCC has more than met its goal of being a part of the Nelson County community. “The Rockfish Valley Community Center got started as a grassroots effort by people who saved a building to use it for the community for people to get together,” said Sarah.

“And that’s what we’re still trying to do. And we want people to feel welcome and we want to encourage them to use our facilities.” And from small studios and rental conference rooms to larger offices and a party-worthy auditorium, they’re at no loss of facilities. In celebration of the center’s 10th anniversary, they’re opening all their doors (inside and out!) for a family-friendly celebration. In addition to an open house of all the artists-inresidence, visitors will enjoy an old fashioned cake walk, open mike, live music from the Buzzard Holler Boys, a play at the Hamner Theatre and refreshments. NCL Want to go? When: 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 16 Where: The Rockfish Valley Community Center Cost: Free! ($10 cover charge for the Buzzard Holler Boys concert and the play) Contact: www. RockfishCC.org

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The Apple Shed 14815 Thomas Nelson Highway, Lovingston, VA 434-263-8843

Edible Landscaping 361 Spirit Ridge Lane, Afton, VA 434-361-9134 www.ediblelandscaping.com

Mountain Cove Orchards 108 Banton Orchard Lane Lovingston, VA 434- 981-1135

Dickie Brothers Orchard 2552 Dickie Road, Massies Mill,VA 434-277-5516 www.dickiebros.com

Fitzgerald’s Orchard 728 Harper’s Creek Lane, Tyro, VA 434-277-8248

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Heaven and Earth Acres 450 Phillips Lane, Nellysford, VA 434-361-1824 www.heaven-earth.biz

1130 Drumheller Orchard Lane, Lovingston, VA 434-263-5036 www.drumhellersorchard.com

Flippin-Seaman, Inc. - Seaman and Silver Creek Orchards Seamans’ Orchard 415 Dark Hollow Road, Roseland, VA 5529 Crabtree Falls Hwy., Tyro, VA 434-277-8130 www.seamansorchard.com 434-277-5824 www.flippin-seaman.com

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win special discounts and gifts. Picnic by the river, soak in autumn’s splendor and panoramic Blue Ridge views. Light picnic fare including artisanal cheeses. Continues every weekend in October. Wintergreen Winery, Nellysford. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 434-361-2519

Pick Your Own Apples and Pumpkins Pick Golden Delicious, Empire, Red Delicious and Jonagold Apples at this beautiful “Century Farm” nestled at the edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Pumpkins, ornamental gourds, cake, and cobbler mixes, apple butter and cider. Continues through Oct. 25. Dickie Brothers Orchard, Massies Mill. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. 434-277-5516

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Nelson FFA Bluegrass Bands featured include The Little Mountain Boys, In the Tradition, Plank Road Express and Plain & Simple. Food and drinks available, plus silent auction and raffle. Proceeds benefit trip expenses for the Virginia State winning teams to compete in the national competition. $10, adults; $5, kids. Nelson County Middle School Auditorium, Lovingston. 4 p.m. 434-263-4801

friday october 8 friday october 15 Montebello Fall Camp and Ride Bring your horse to the Blue Ridge Mountains for a casual weekend. Beautiful trails and camping spaces. Continues through Oct. 10. 119 Fork Mountain Lane, Montebello. 9 a.m. 540-377-5712

Nelson County Garden Club Monthly Meeting Jackie Clark, General Registrar of Nelson County, will trace the march of women’s suffrage. Ratified 90 years ago, the 19th Amendment gave American women the right to vote, but Virginia did not ratify until 32 years later. The back-story is eye-opening. Visitors welcome. Nelson County Library. 2 p.m. 434-831-2363

Fleetwood Trail Ride Marked trail ride, 15 or 25 miles, through orchards, fields and foothills Saturday followed by a 12-mile ride Sunday. Field camping with bathrooms and showers available. Continues through Oct. 17. 1357 Crabtree Falls Hwy., Roseland. 9 a.m. 434-277-5814

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Autumn Consignment Sale A new event. Rockfish Valley Community Center. 4 p.m. 434-361-0100

Apple Varieties and their Uses with Bennett Saunders Apple sampling and music by Dancing Strings. Saunders Brothers Farm Market, Piney River. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 434-277-5455

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Bethlehem Fall Festival Live music by the James River Cut-Ups, Long Mountain Grass and others. Bake sale, dunking booths, games, hay ride, arts and crafts, drawings, silent and live auctions, pot of gold table. Refreshrments available. $10, adults; $6, children. Bethlehem UMC, Roseland. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 434-277-5006 Pick Your Apples Pick Red and Golden Delicious, Jonagold Apples. Half-bushel bags provided. Orchard is well-maintained and accessible. Call to confirm dates and other varieties for picking. Bring a picnic and enjoy a family outing in the orchards during the peak of the autumn season. Continues Oct. 10. Silver Creek Orchards, Tyro. 9 a.m to 5 p.m. Saturday; Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. 434-277-5824

Fuji Apple Day Music by Dave Miller and Friends. Saunders Brothers Farm Market, Piney River. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 434-277-5455 Apple Butter Makin Festival at Flippin-Seaman Pick your own pumpkins and gourds and Virginiagrown apples from bins. Corn maze, cider, jams, jellies, crafts, baskets, gifts, watch apple butter being made, food and more. Live music, children’s activities, clowns, games and face painting. 5529 Crabtree Falls Hwy., Tyro. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 434-277-5824 Mike Mine Wintergreen Wine October is Virginia Wine Month. “Pull a Cork” and

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Fall Pansy and Perennial Sale Brothers Farm With music by Dave Miller and Friends. Saunders Brothers Farm Market, Piney River. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 434-277-5455

Farm Animal Display and Wool Spinning Wool spinning with Ridgely Harrison and music by Kim and Jimbo. Saunders Brothers Farm Market, Piney River. 9 a.m. 434-277-5455 Pumpkin Carving Party Bring the family, meet new friends, big a picnic dinner and a pumpkin to carve. We will build a pumpkin tower and light the pumpkins at dusk. Children can feed the seeds to the animals. Rain date Oct. 30. $6. Mountainside Petting Farm, Afton. 5 to 7 p.m. 434-361-0203

Want to be included in our datebook? Visit NelsonCountyLife.com and click on “Submit an Event.” We’ll try to publish as many events as possible, space permitting. Deadline for next month’s issue is the 15th. Sorry neighbors, event MUST be in Nelson County or benefit an organization in Nelson County to be included in the print edition. Events in area counties can be included online, however.

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Apple Harvest and Apple Butter Festival Corn maze, hayrides to pumpkin patch, apple sling shot and large selection of apples, fresh cider, honey hams, country music, crafts and food. Continues Oct. 17. Apple butter making Saturday only. Drumheller’s Orchard, Lovingston. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 434-263-5036 Apple Butter Makin Festival at Flippin-Seaman Pick your own pumpkins and gourds and Virginiagrown apples from bins. Corn maze, cider, jams, jellies, crafts, baskets, gifts, watch apple butter being made, food and more. Live music, children’s activities, clowns, games and face painting. 5529 Crabtree Falls Hwy., Tyro. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 434-277-5824

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HOME & GARDEN Hand Spun Wool Hand Spun Wool yarn some from local sheep. Also hand felted hats, knitted scarves etc. Email shadesofoak@yahoo.com for pictures Posted By: Georganne Booth 222922 - Arrington/Tye River 434-326-3340 $4 oz skeins 12.00 Rigid Insulation Dow thermax foil-faced, fire-rated, rigid insulation. 4×8 sheets, 1.5” thick, R10. I have 10 pieces and scraps – $30/piece or $250 for all. Posted By: Austin Jamison 22932 - Crozet $30

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EQUINE Boarding Facility in Southern Albemarle County Couderay Springs Farm is a peaceful family owned and managed farm that offers boarding and training to all types of horses and ponies. We specialize in working and rehabilitating horses that have physical or emotional problems. Board includes a stall, grain 2x day, turnout, blanketing, hay, and the use of the facility. Large sand riding ring with jumps, and trails on the mountain. Horses are turned out in small groups. We also teach english riding lessons to students of all ages and levels. Posted By: Brenda Masters 22959 - North Garden 434-296-2026 $465 per month

MUSIC PIANO – STEINWAY MODEL M Unique, contemporary style Steinway Model M (5’7”), circa 1965. Sound board excellent condition, good down bearing on both bridges. Action in very good condition. Asking $24,500. For more information, or to make an offer, please contact mydogjack02@comcast.net. Posted By: M. Morgan 22901-22911 - Charlottesville 540-942-9054 $24,500 Pianos For Sale Autumn Piano Sale! Pianos come with warranty, bench & free tuning. Lester spinet. mahogany. $850. Wurlitzer spinet. honey-oak. $1250 Baldwin console. Beautiful mahogany. $2450 Baldwin studio-up. Nice oak. $2500 Suzuki digital piano. Oak cabinet. $950 Posted By: Joel Cook NELSON COUNTY (434) 946-5344 $850-2500

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JOBS care attendant 4-8 hours week through a medicaid program for people with disabilities. Male 29 years old with Autism and an average to above average IQ. Must pass a Background check, have a SS card , Va Drivers Lic or Va.State picture ID. Posted By: Georganne Booth 222922 - Arrington/Tye River 434-263-7778 $7.46/HR

SERVICES Steve Nissley -Owner Interior Painting since 1987 www.painteryourway. com call Steve 540-255-3787 offering modified prices to accommodate the broken economy in your world. Posted By: Steve Nissley 22939 - Fishersville 540-2553787 $TBD Gutter cleaning and flush Precise Painting & handy man services. precisepaintingva@yahoo.com www.precisepaintingva.net. Posted By: Dave Brown 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434-996-3039 $N/A REIKI Classes Learn Reiki energy healing for yourself, friends and your animal friends. Classes forming now for Sept. and Oct. Contact me for more details. Posted By: Gwen Casale 22971 - Shipman/ Rockfish 434-263-5025 $150 Pet and Farm Sitting/Care Experienced animal owner available for caring for your pets or farm animals at your home/farm so you can get away. Limited pet boarding available at our farm. References. Lets talk. Posted By: Gwen & Lindy Casale NELSON COUNTY 434-263-5025 $negotiable

APPLIANCES Whirlpool Washer 2010 Whirlpool washer machine. Like new, used for 2 months and got old one fixed. water saver feature. Model number: WTW57ESBW1 Serial number: C00741976. Posted By: Paul Duncan 22949 - Lovingston 434-292-9036 $500 OBO

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Better Homes & Gardens Welcomes Ed Funke! Ed and his wife Barb live in Afton and own Mountainside Petting Farm and The Cottage Home Company. Ed will continue to help both buyers and sellers in Nelson County and the surrounding area. ST

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415 Stoney Creek East; #470343; $118,000

Private walking trail thru lot to creek, golf course, & mountain views! Building site w/ access to public sewer and water; 1.36ac; WPI!

15 Eagle Mountain Dr; #460948; $233,000

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Mini farm w/ 3br/2ba farmhouse, 2 stall barn w/ tack room, chicken coop, riding ring, pasture, woods, creek, division rights, 14.8ac

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Chalet w/ birds-eye mountain views; at entrance to Wintergreen Resort; sold furnished; income generating potential; sleeps 8-10; 14 ac

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