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Old Dominion Hunt Point-to-Point
Ben Venue Farm, Ben Venue..... Gates open 10am; 12 Noon post time
Steeplechase racing over hurdles, wood fences, walls and flat land. Ben Venue Farm
is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains with awesome views.
Gates open at 10am, races start at 12 Noon.
General Admission: $20 per car
For more information call (540) 364-4573 or (540) 636-1507 or visit the website. |
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Life on the Farm
Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane..... 1pm - 4pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane 20144
Watch as history comes to life and see what the Settle family might have been
doing on their farm in 1860. Join volunteers in historic attire as they prepare and
plant our 19th century garden.
For more information call
(540) 592-3556 or visit the website.
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Astronomy for Everyone
Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane..... 7:30pm - 11pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane 20144
As the sky darkens, find out about U.S. space research from the NASA Jet Propulsion
Lab’s “Solar System Ambassadors.” At dark, take a sky tour with Sean O’Brien of the
Smithsonian’s Albert Einstein Planetarium, and look for deep sky objects through
large telescopes with the Northern Virginia Astronomy Club. If the sky is cloudy,
only the NASA/JPL program will be presented, and the park gates will close at
10:00 PM. Bring your children ½ hour early for a special “Junior Astronomer” activity.
For more information call
(540) 592-3556 or visit the website.
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Alpha Delta Kappa "Lunch & Learn" at Rogers Ford Winery
Rogers Ford Farm Winery..... 11am
14674 Rogers Ford Road, Sumerduck
Alpha Delta Kappa, teachers' sorority "Lunch and Learn" will learn how wines
are made at our small high-tech facility and then enjoy tasting and lunch
overlooking the vineyard.
For more information call (540) 439-3707, or visit www.rogersfordwine.com. |
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Naked House Vineyard's Spring Open House Weekend
Naked Mountain Winery..... open 11am-5pm; band plays Noon-4pm
2747 Leeds Manor Road, Rt. 688, Markham
Be entertained
with Alpine folk and German
beer drinking songs performed
by Heidi und Heimat Echo Duo.
The Premier German
cultural musical experience.
Includes authentic costumed
musicians playing sounds of
Germany from yesterday
and today with traditional
instrumentation using the sounds of
accordion, bass,
drums, brass,
alphorn, and cowbells. Complementary hot and cold hors d'oeuvres
are offered
to be enjoyed with a glass or bottle of wine.
Hors d'oeuvres include
sweet & sour meatballs, an assortment of artisan cheeses,
crackers, baguettes,
dips and a few other seasonal morsels.
For more information or reservations, call (540) 364-1609 or visit ww.nakedmtnwinery.com.
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The Taffetas - Concert
Highland Center for the Arts, Rice Theater..... 3pm
597 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton
It’s 1950-something, and Kaye, Peggy, Cheryl and Donna; four singing sisters from
Muncie, Indiana, are making their national television singing debut. "Spotlight on Music,"
a fictitious weekly 1950's television show on the real-life Dumont Television Network,
sets the framework for an evening of some of the greatest hits of the 1950's, featuring
songs such as Constantinople, Volare, Tennessee Waltz, Mr. Sandman, See The USA
In Your Chevrolet, Tonight You Belong To Me, I'm Sorry, Dedicated To The One I Love,
Tammy, Johnny Angel, Puppy Love, Little Darlin', Where The Boys Are, Shi-Boom, Love
Letters In The Sand, How Much Is That Doggie In The Window, L-O-V-E and many others.
Tickets: $20/adults; $16 seniors; $10student//children under 18
For more information call (540) 341-7164 x.1033 or visit www.highlandcenterforthearts.org.
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Upperville Garden Club Daffodil Show and Tea
Buchanan Hall, Upperville..... 2pm - 5pm
8549 John Mosby Highway, Upperville
All amateur growers invited to exhibit! Public welcome!
American Daffodil Society accredited horticulture competition and 5 artistic classes. Admission: Donations Appreciated.
Entries received Monday, April 7, from 2-5pm | Tuesday, April 8, from 8-10:30am
More information call (540) 592-3886 or (540) 592-9206 or e-mail:
pcovington@rstarmail.com. |
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First Friday Potluck at Rogers Ford Winery
Rogers Ford Farm Winery..... 7pm - 10pm
14674 Rogers Ford Road, Sumerduck
Our Friday Potluck will be April 11th with a French theme. Join us for extended
hours on the deck. Bring your friends, a dish to share, and relax.
On April 11, 1814, Napoleon Bonaparte, emperor of France and one of the greatest military leaders in history, abdicates the throne and was sent into exile.
He should have come to
Rogers Ford for a relaxing time. Bring friends and a dish to share.
For more information call (540) 439-3707, or visit www.rogersfordwine.com. |
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Savor Taste of Virginia Wine Dinner at Pearmund Cellars
Pearmund Cellars, Broad Run..... 6:30pm - 10pm
6190 Georgetown Road, Broad Run
Pearmund Cellars will explore Virginia's heritage in a gourmet winemaker's
dinner that savors regional fare and comaraderie in our elegant barrel room.
Gourmet dinners include five delicious courses, each paired with Pearmund
Cellars wines.
Cost: $89 plus tax/tip
For more information call (540) 347-3475
or visit www.pearmundcellars.com.
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WARRENTON FARMERS MARKET BEGINS!
Every Saturday morning.... 7:30am - 11:30am
Old Town Warrenton
Municipal Parking Lot at Lee Street between 4th Street and 5th Street
The Warrenton's Farmers Market offers a large selection of Virginia Grown products.
Besides fresh fruits and vegetables you will find flowers, mushrooms, herbs,
plants, dog treats, fresh baked goods and Virginia wines.
For more information, visit the Town of Warrenton website www.ci.warrenton.va.us. |
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Salem Community Montessori School 2nd Annual Art Auction & Wine Tasting
Buchanan Hall, Upperville, VA.... 7:30am - 11:30am
33601 John Mosby Highway, Upperville
Featuring Local Virginia Artists and Wines Auction guests will have the opportunity
to preview items and artwork prior to the auction, and to meet participating artists
who will discuss their work.
Other items such as gift baskets, travel packages, jewelry, and various services
will also be available for auction.
A few of the featured artists:
Steven Kenny - Linda Tarry - Sally Nash - Nol Putnam - Linda Lawler -
Lilla Ohrstrom -
P. Buckley Moss - Margaret Gates Bosch - and more!
A few of the featured wineries:
Rappahannock Cellars - Chateau O'Brien at Northpoint - Rogers Ford Farm Winery -
Naked Mountain Vineyards
Admission:
Advance Tickets: $10 per person + Advance $5 wine tasting fee
At the Door: $15 per person + wine tasting
Includes heavy hors d' oeuvres
For more information call (540) 222-2600 or (540) 878-1730, or visit the website: www.salemcommunitymontessori.org.
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Foxy Fashions at Three Fox Vineyards
Three Fox Vineyards, Delaplane ..... 10am
10100 Three Fox Lane, Delaplane
Presented by Weekenders USA, Linda Dick fashion coordinator,
followed by a
wine tasting at 11am.
For more information call (540) 364-6073 or visit www.threefoxvineyards.com. |
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Astronomy Viewing at Crockett Park
C.M. Crockett Park, Midland..... 7 - 11pm
10066 Rogues Road, Midland
For all ages! Look at the stars in a different way. Enjoy the night sky up close
and learn about the stars, constellations and more.
For more information call (540) 788-4867.
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Piedmont Symphony Orchestra - Opera Viva!
Highland Center for the Arts, Rice Theatre, Warrenton..... Saturday, 8pm | Sunday, 3pm
597 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton
A triple collaboration between the PRO, Highland School and the American Center
for Puccini Studies in a staged version of the complete opera! Le Villi, Puccini's
first opera, pulsates with his favoirte themes of love, betrayal, and vengeance in
a tale of supernatural justice.
Complete with projected subtitles, this is a great way to discover one of the
true masters of opera in our very own Rice Theatre.
For more information or tickets, call (540) 270-3168,
or visit www.piedmontsymphony.org. |
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The Madison Chamber Players
Trinity Episcopal Church..... 4pm
9108 John S. Mosby Highway, Upperville
Enjoy an afternoon of classical chamber music and the magnificent acoustics of
Trinity
Episcopal ChurchTrinity Episcopal Church. The program will include Mozart's
Divertimento in D Major, Rachmaninoff's 'Vocalise'
for cello and piano, and Schumann's
Piano Quintet in E Flat Major.
The Madison Chamber Players are violinists Daniel Pierson and Michael Hansen,
violist Alfred Regnery, cellist Richard Skarnes, and pianist Jim Allison.
Admission is free; donations will be gratefully accepted.
For more information
please contact the Community Music School of the Piedmont
at (540) 592-3040,
or visit www.piedmontmusic.org. |
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24th Annual Montpelier Border Terrier Rally
Great Meadow, The Plains..... 9am start
5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains
For terrier lovers of all ages! Join us at this long-standing annual event, held
at the beautiful Great Meadow Events Center in the quaint town of The Plains.
For more information email: mooncmg@aol.com.
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Sensuous Wildflowers
Warrenton-Fauquier Visitor Center..... 2pm - 4pm
33 N. Calhoun Street, Warrenton
Larry Wilcox, an accomplished wildlife photographer, will share his stunning
collection of native wildflower photos. The presentation, sponsored by the Piedmont
Chapter of the Virginia Native Plant Society, is free and open to the public.
Donations to The Flora of Virginia Project will be collected. Light refreshments.
For more information, call (540) 364-1232 or visit www.vnps.org. |
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Opening Weekend at Cows-N-Corn
Cows-N-Corn….. Friday, 4pm-9pm; Saturday, 10am-9pm; Sunday, 12:30pm-7pm
5225 Catlett Road, Midland, VA 22729
Join us for our opening weekend! Dairy farm tours, egg hunts, seed planting,
sheep shearing, hand-dipped ice cream and lots of spring fun!
Admission: $8 p/person; children 3 and under are free
For more information call (540) 439-4806 or visit www.cows-n-corn.com.
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Interactive Trivia Night at Chateau O'Brien
Chateau O’Brien at Northpoint Winery & Vineyard..... 7pm - 10pm
3238 Rail Stop Road, Markham
Join us for a fun and stimulating evening at the winery.
Please check back for additional information, or call (540) 364-6441 or email:
howard@chateauobrien.com |
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Flutter By, Butterfly Walk
Sky Meadows State Park..... 1pm - 3pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane
Celebrate Mother ’s Day by looking for butterflies with Mary Alexander and Steve
Malone of the Washington Area Butterfly Club. See the brilliance and variety of
Sky Meadows’ butterflies. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes. (2 miles)
For more information call (540) 592-3556 or visit www.dcr.virginia.gov.
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Full Moon Walk
Sky Meadows State Park..... 6:30pm - 8pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane
Watch the full moon rise from the Piedmont Overlook. Take in the beauty of
the
Crooked Run Valley and listen for evening wildlife, as you learn about the
“Thunder Moon.” Bring water and wear sturdy shoes. (1½ miles)
For more information call (540) 592-3556 or visit www.dcr.virginia.gov.
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Earthday Celebration on the Greenway
Warrenton Greenway..... 11am - 2pm
Located behind Claire's at the Depot restaurant in Old Town Warrenton
Claire's at the Depot: 65 S. 3rd Street, Warrenton
All Ages Welcome! Bring your family to celebrate and enjoy an earth-friendly day on
the Warrenton Branch Greenway. Fauquier County environmental groups will be on
hand with interesting displays that teach how you can help improve the environment.
There will be games with prizes for boys and girls! This is a Free Event.
For more information call (540) 347-6896.
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Earthday Celebration on the Greenway
C.M. Crockett Park, Midland..... 12 Noon - 6pm
10066 Rogues Road, Midland - The Crockett Park Ampitheatre
All Ages Welcome! Commemorate Earth Day at the 13th Annual Earthfest Music
Festival showcasing local high-school bands. Featured will be a lively mix of punk,
funk, alternative rock and other music styles. Food and drinks will be sold. Event
organized by Liz Monseur and the Earthfest Committee of Fauquier High School.
The rain date is Sunday, April 20th. No registration is required.
Admission fee: $5 per person, payable at the gate.
For more information call (540) 347-6896.
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Dinner Horseback Ride - Marriott Ranch
Marriott Ranch, Hume..... 4:30pm
5305 Marriott Lane, Hume
Enjoy a ninety minute ride and cowboy steak dinner with all the fixin's.
We leave the barn at approximately 4:30pm.
Cost: $99.00 per person.
Reservations required.
For reservations or more information call (540) 364-3741 or toll-free (877) 278-4574,
or visit www.marriottranch.com. |
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2008 Spring Shearing - Morning Moon Alpacas
Morning Moon Alpacas, Remington..... 9am - 4pm; Shearing on Sunday only
11763 Remington Road, Remington 22734
Come see this once-a-year event - the shearing of our Alpacas and the process of
gatherine our crop of fiber. We will have samples of items that are made from the
warm, silky Alpaca fiber.
Some items made from alpaca fiber such as socks,
rovings
(alpaca fiber ready to be hand spun), and yarn will be available for sale.
You will be most comfortable if you wear shoes and
clothes that you don't mind
getting dirty and/or muddy.
For more information call
(540) 439-8704 or visit www.morningmoonalpacas.com.
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Pearmund Cellars Barrel Tasting Weekend
Pearmund Cellars, Broad Run..... 11am - 4pm
6190 Georgetown Road, Broad Run
Enjoy pre-release samplings of our 2007 vintage wines paired with hors d ’oeuvres
and gourmet cheeses; discussions with the winemakers responsible for the fine
vintages; and the opportunity to purchase cases of these future wines at discounted
pricing. No reservations are required. $25 p/person
For more information call (540) 347-3475
or visit www.pearmundcellars.com. |
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The Fauquier-Loudoun Garden Tour
Fauquier County - self driven tour..... Sunday (1-5pm) | Monday (10am - 5pm)
Enter and enjoy beautiful historic homes and gardens all located in Fauquier and Loudoun Counties.
Grace Church in The Plains is the headquarters for this event.
Purchase your tickets,
pick up your brochure and you're on your way - at your own pace.
For tickets and information, call (540) 253-5120.
Box lunches available for order.
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Heritage Lecture Series - The Gold Mining Industry in Fauquier County
The John Barton Payne Building....... 3pm
2 Waterloo Street, at Courthouse Square off Main Street in Warrenton
Speakers: Robert Sinclair
Sponsored by the Fauquier Heritage Institute, this monthly lecture series is held
on the third Sunday of each month (unless otherwise noted) at the John Barton
Payne Building. The series covers topics from our local, regional and national history.
This is a free event open to the public.
For a list of scheduled lectures click here or download the brochure.
For additional information, call (540) 341-7019. |
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Peter McCory, the One-Man Band!
Marshall Community Center ..... 11am
4133-A Rectortown Road,
Marshall
What do you get when you cross a drum set with a six-string guitar playin’, kazoo tootin’, harmonica blower? Peter McCory, the One-Man Band, that’s who!! Kids love the sing-a-long, dancin’, clappin’ and laughin’ good time! And when the whole band is jammin’, it’s a blast to watch!! Fun is the name of the game! So grab a rhythm instrument and join the show!! Peter McCory has recorded his original children’s songs. He won a 2001 Parent’s Choice Recommended Award as well as positive reviews in School Library Journal, Booklist and Washington Parent Magazine.
Advance Tickets (thru April 18): $6 p/person. Tickets at the door: $9 p/person.
For more information call (540) 364-3886.
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City Slicker Horseback Package - Marriott Ranch
Marriott Ranch, Hume.....
5305 Marriott Lane, Hume
Experience a day in the life of a cowpoke as you learn horsemanship skills
and cattle handling techniques.
Cost: $379 per person.
Reservations required.
For reservations or more information call (540) 364-3741 or toll-free (877) 278-4574,
or visit www.marriottranch.com. |
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Cattle Drive at the Marriott Ranch
Marriott Ranch, Hume.....
5305 Marriott Lane, Hume
For the experienced rider, enjoy a full day of driving cattle.
Cost: $175 per person.
Reservations required.
For reservations or more information call (540) 364-3741 or toll-free (877) 278-4574,
or visit www.marriottranch.com. |
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Breakfast Horseback Ride at the Marriott Ranch
Marriott Ranch, Hume..... 9am - 11:30am
5305 Marriott Lane, Hume
Start your day at 9:00am and enjoy a leisurely ride to our Western Town.
Here you’ll enjoy an outdoor ranch style breakfast consisting of scrambled eggs,
smoked bacon, pork sausage, skillet potatoes, fresh fruit, coffee and orange juice.
Enjoy a scenic ride through Paradise Valley after breakfast and return to the
Trail Barn by 11:30am.
Cost: $64 per person.
Reservations required.
For reservations or more information call (540) 364-3741 or toll-free (877) 278-4574,
or visit www.marriottranch.com. |
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Early Morning Fishing at Crockett Park
C.M. Crockett Park, Midland..... 5am - 7am
10066 Rogues Road, Midland
For all ages! Come out to beautiful Crockett Park and fish with us. Learn tips
and the best spots for catching fish in the Crockett Park lake.
For more information call (540) 788-4867.
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Late Night Fishing at Crockett Park
C.M. Crockett Park, Midland..... 7pm - 11pm
10066 Rogues Road, Midland
For all ages! Come out to beautiful Crockett Park and fish with us. Learn tips
and the best spots for catching fish in the Crockett Park lake.
For more information call (540) 788-4867.
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Habitat Hike
Sky Meadows State Park..... 1pm - 3pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane
Join Ranger Warren and explore the variety of habitats on the moderate trail
through the woods and along Gap Run stream. Look for wildlife as it returns
and settles in for the summer. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes. Meet at the
Bridle Trail parking area. (1 mile)
For more information call (540) 592-3556 or visit www.dcr.virginia.gov.
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Fun and Games at Sky Meadow
Sky Meadows State Park..... 1pm - 4pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane
How did children have fun in 1860 without video games? Play with some
old
time toys and find out. Test your skill at “Town Ball” – the ancestor of our
modern-day baseball. All ages welcome.
For more information call (540) 592-3556 or visit www.dcr.virginia.gov.
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ARCHWOOD GREEN BARNS FARMERS MARKET BEGINS!
Archwood Green Barns..... 10am - 3pm
4557 Old Tavern Road, The Plains
For more than 5 years the market has brought the freshest produce, flowers, eggs,
meats and much more to the residents of Northern Virginia. Multiple vendors bring
products that they have produced themselves for sale at the market. Ask them any
question about their product, they will have the right answer, as they are the proud
of what they offer. This Farmers' Market is unique in the Northern Virginia area in that it
includes both indoor and outdoor stalls for vendors. Come in on a rainy day to meet the
people who put the food on your table!
For more information call (540) 253-5289 or (703) 754-0602.
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