Rappahannock News, July 25, 2001

123rd Year... No. 30 $ Phone (540)675-3338 WEDNESDAY, JULY 25,2001 www.timescommunity.com 50 cents Rapp Briefs ___ L Historic property gets easement protection Cort and Beth Durocher have granted to the Virginia Outdoors Foundation a conservation easement protecting 46 acres on Route 522 at Huntly. The parcel includes an historic home once part of “Gordon Manor,” and more recently known as “Briargate.” The easement prohibits subdivision of the property, and includes a 200 foot setback from Route 522 (a designated Virginia Byway) for any new structure. This donation brings total easement protection in Rappahannock County to 12,057 acres. RAA registration currently underway RAA will be conducting registration for the upcoming fall softball and baseball season on ^Thursday, July 26 and Thursday, 1 Aug. 2 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Bill Payne Auctions, US 211, Amissville. Registrations can also be made by telephoning Mauri Payne at 937-4142 or 675r3729, Suzanne Nelsen at 937-3097 or Debbie McCormack at 937-7723 (registrations close Aug. 10). Teams are available for girls ages seven years, old through 16 years old (as of Jan. 1, 2001) and for boys 15 years of age and under. Farmers’ Association ~ - ">■ ■■ j meeting this Sunday j The summer meeting of the Rappahannock Farmers’ Association will take place at 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 29 in the barn at Alex Sharp’s farm, Mountain Green. Items on the agenda include: the Rappahannock Farm and Tourist Map; the new RFA web site; the fall meeting; and the formation of various subcommittees. Anyone interested in farming in Rappahannock or supporting agriculture in the county is encouraged to attend. •Refreshments will be served. For jnore information and directions, :«&ll 675-3887 or 937-6124. % Fall Soccer registration On-site registration for Fall Soccer will be Friday, July 27 at the RCES field from 4 to 7 p.m. Forms are also available at the Rappahannock Library. Parents of players new to RSL should bring their child’s birth certificate. Scholarships are available. RSL will sell soccer balls and soccer socks at registration. For information, call Laura Dodd at 547-2968. Happenings in Rappahannock • Wednesday, July 25 the Rappahannock Board of Zoning Appeals will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock courthouse. • Monday, Aug. 6 the Rappahannock Board of Supervisors will meet at 2 and 7 p.m. at the courthouse. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 221 AH (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) New winery in Huntly Grand opening set for July 28 TOUR GUIDE: Kelly Delmare, daughter of John Delmare, President of Rappahannock Cedars, is available to give tours and answer questions. Rappahannock Cellars, a new winery in Rappahannock County announces it’s public opening, and the offering for sale of it’s newest wine releases. Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountain Foothills, Rappahannock Cellars opens it’s doors to the public on Saturday, July 21. On July 28 the winery will celebrate it’s grand opening with a day of wine tasting, music* ana gourmet foods. J ' C SSL LA 113 v* TASTING ROOM OPEN: Rappahannock Cellars located near Huntly will host a grand opening on Saturday. July 28. This past weekend the winery opened it’s doors for the first time. The newest winery of Virginia’s growing wine industry, Rappahannock Cellars is a state of the art winery producing 1500 cases in it’s first year, with plans to grow to 6000 cases per year by 2004. Rappahannock Cellars produces European styled wines of Chardonnay, Viognier, Cabernet Franc, and Vidal Blanc. Future releases will include Cabern#t Sauvigiv>n, and a Bordeaux styled red wine. The winery is open Thursday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tasting and tours are offered for a charge of $3 which includes a complimentary wine glass. Large groups are by reservation. On the grand opening day a fee of $5 per person will be charged. Rappahannock Cellars is a state of the art winery situated on 42 acres of the .historic . Gl^nway Farm in Rappahannock County. The winery boasts a 15 acre vine yard which is now in it’s third year of growth, growing primarily Chardonnay, Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc The winery and vineyard were founded by a California winery owner who moved his winemaking operations to Virginia. The winery is family owned and operated Rappahannock Cellars is located at 11437 Hume Road in Huntly and may be reached at 540-6359398 for additional information. Sludgefest at the Planning Commission By Gerald Ochs ' Rappahannock News Writer Community pressure is still being applied to ensure that the impending sludge ordinance reflects the apparent will of the people that no sludge ever be applied to Rappahannock County land. Though the State Supreme Court’s ruling that Amelia County’s sludge ban is illegal means that Rappahannock’s ban is illegal as well, local residents would seemingly still prefer a fight in the courts to sludge on Rappahannock farmland. Jim Gannon, President of the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection (RLEP), was again lead-off hitter in the public hearing, and he reiterated his organization’s position. Referring to the nine recommendations made by the RLEP at the Planning Commission’s June meeting, Mr. Gannon expressed his disappointment that none of those recommendations appeared in the latest version of the sludge ordinance, and he added, “If they are illegal according to Peter Luke (County Attorney), so be it.” “It is the responsibility of the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors to protect the health and welfare of the community. . . .importing sludge does not,” he continued. Mr. Gannon further suggested that the Planning Commission investigate “making the importing of sludge a disqualification for tax benefits (land use taxation),” and he opined that he does not believe “that the primary goal should be to draft a law that assures that we won’t get sued.” Phil Irwin told the Commission that “nutrients need to be added for hay and grass, but substances in sludge are not what we need to add.” “What is important,” he said, “is that we don’t add something to Rappahannock that doesn’t belong here.” Other speakers, including Bob Lander, Paul Komar, and Barbara Sherwood, spoke of the need to ensure that the ordinance adopted has adequate provision for monitoring and reporting. Mark Malik raised the specter of a County clogged with sludge when haulers increase the price they will pay landowners to accept it. He said “It may be free today, but they may pay a lot to accept sludge in the future—it could become the primary land use.” Farm consultant Reid Folsom, who said that he is soon to be a Rappahannock County resident, followed up on his letter of June 26 to County Administrator John McCarthy by giving a primer on the value of nutrient management plans for controlling land application of sludge. Mr. Folsom said that a discrete nutrient management plan must be prepared for each farm and for each crop, and that the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation’s “Nutrient Management Handbook” along with the Virginia Department of Health’s Biosolids Use Regulations “govern the application of sludge to a particular property with respect to quantity, locality, and timing.” He urged the Commission to employ nutrient management plans as an integral part of the ordinance and “take a strategy of strict enforcement—don’t give an inch.” Chairman Werner Krebser kept the public hearing open while the commissioners discussed the draft ordinance. Primary point of discussion were the application fees and their ability to cover the costs of monitoring, the use of nutrient management plans, and the probability of sludge application in the County. Administrator McCarthy expressed his surprise at public comments that characterized the draft ordinance as being weak. “The County put together an ordinance that two counties are being Sea SLUDGE, Page AS Suspect indicted for capital murder Defendant Maurice Bailey was allegedly -J last to see 19-year-old Jessica Pruitt alive V * - By Debbie Hearn Rappahannock News Staff Writer He sat in the courtroom expressionless as he was told that a charge of capital murder had been levied against him in connection with the See MURDER, Page A8

Troop 36 travels to summer camp By Roger Pierson Rappahannock News Writer Boy Scout Troop 36 attended summer camp at two locations during the week of July 14-21. Fifteen scouts decided to camp at the National Capital Area Councils Scout Reservation near Goshen, in Rockbridge County. Two Scouts preferred to camp at the local Shenandoah Area Council’s Camp Rock Enon near Gore. L After arriving, the Goshen Contingent quickly set up yamp, ate, participated in organizational meetings, retired the Flag and enjoyed a Campfire ceremony including Skits performed by the camp staff. *- Many of these skits Involved humorous references lo the camp’s method of delivering meals, the notorious fheater stack”. The remainder of the evening was spent developing individual merit 2>adge schedules and deciding ■QJi other troop goals. ” During the week the scouts ■attended merit badge class Ifessions in the areas of First 2Ud, Field Sports, Scoutcraft, lHandicraft, and Aquatics. The acouts stayed very busy, picking up and delivering their own breakfast at 7:30 a.m., and finishing up the last merit •badge session at 9 p.m. on a typical day. In order to accomplish their personal goals, the iSCouts learned to work together on patrol and troop responsibilities. The scouts also participated in activities as a troop, swimming, rifle and archery shooting, gathering a truck load of kindling for the upcoming campfire ceremony, and making leather patrol emblems. On Thursday morning the troop rallied at 5 a.m., rowed across Lake Merriweather in canoes and CAMP: Front Row (sitting): Simon Berry, Charles Crawford, Ben Pierson, Aaron Oyster. Second Row (Kneeling): Tommy Shotwell, Buster Brown, Chris Jablonski, Michael Thiel. Third row (of three): Josh Makela, Mitchell Ames, Andrew Kohler. Fourth row: Josh McArther, Matt Bywaters, Matt Ralston, Daniel Pierson. Fifth row: Assistant Scoutmaster Roger Pierson, Scoutmaster Bill Ralston, Assistant Scoutmaster Rick Kohler. Not pictured: Robert Cairns and Joseph Ordile. rowboats, and hiked to a promenade to enjoy the view and a “pirates breakfast” of coffee cake and cereal. The troop wrapped up Thursday with their own ceremony of skits, jokes, and inspirational discussion at the “Wildcat” campfire site. Friday was spent completing merit badge requirements and participating in campwide games including volleyball, basketball, orienteering, and tug-of-war. In addition, a Scoutmaster-Senior Patrol Leader rifle/archery shooting competition was held. Troop 36 performed the EARN TOP DOLLAR For Your Garden FRUITS - and - VEGETABLES . Call 540-675-3801 ASK *or PEACHES TriGem, Jubilee Freestone jjc sjc sjc sjc sjc sjc sjc PLUMS SUMMER RAMBO APPLES Selling 7 Days a Week! Bring yuur own containers! Directions: 25 miles west of Warrenton to St Kt 628offRt. 211 at Washington, VA at the old homeplace, right on Fruit Tree lame. 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At the Retreat, Troop 36 was awarded the Troop Adventure Award for participating in several optional activities, some of which are described above. Scoutmaster Bill Ralston and Senior Patrol Leader Josh McArther won the Scoutmaster-Senior Patrol Leader shooting competition, reinforcing Troop 36’s campwide reputation of accuracy in rifle and archery shooting sports. Individual scouts earned merit badges in the following list: Archery (1); Basketry (1); Camping (1); Canoeing (4); Climbing (3); Environmental Science (5); First Aid (4); Leather work (2); Mammal Study (1); Orienteering (2); Rifle Shooting (8); Swimming (2); and Wilderness Survival (1). At the final campfire ceremony Friday night, members of the Eagle and Timberwolf patrols presented a skit inspired by the subtle humor of the British Troope Monty Python. The Anasazi Wind Patrol presented a well received skit based on the elusive requirements of the “Pirating Merit Badge”. All scouts and participating leaders enjoyed a week of fun and learned a great deal about a broad range of subjects. If you are interested in getting involved in Rappahannock Boy Scouting please call 937-5605. Woman faces charges A woman from Broad Run was arrested in Sperryville just after midnight on the morning of July 20, and charged with driving while intoxicated, driving on a suspended license and refusal to submit to a blood alcohol test. The Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office received the call from the complainant at 12:22 a.m., who told the dispatcher that there was a woman sitting in a truck parked in front of his property who appeared to be intoxicated. When Dep. James Welch reached the scene, he found Doris Long, 21, in the vehicle. When Long refused to take the blood alcohol test, she was arrested and taken into custody. “Some people don’t understand that refusal to submit to the blood alcohol test results in an automatic conviction for DWI,” noted Rappahannock County Sheriff Larry Sherertz. “And that refusal is a separate charge in itself.” Policy For Providing For Free Or Reduced Price Meals (Direct Certification & Applications) THE RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS today announced its policy for providing free and reduced price meals for children served under the National School Lunch, and/or Breakfast Program. Each school and/or central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party. The household size and income criteria identified below will be used to determine eligibility for free and reduced price meal benefits. Children from households whose income is at or below the levels shown are eligible for free or reduced price meals. Children who are members of food stamp households or receive Virginia Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (TANF); formerly Aid to Families with Dependent Children - (AFDC) are automatically eligible for free meals. Foster children who are the legal responsibility of a welfare agency or court also may be eligible for benefits regardless of the income of the household with whom they reside Eligibility for the foster child is based on the child's income. Household Size 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 For Each Additional Family Member Add Maximum Household Income for Free Meals $11,167 15,093 19,019 22,945 26,871 30,797 34,723 38.649 +$3,926 Household Income For Reduced Price Meals $11,167 01 - $15,892 15,093 01 - 21,479 19.019.01 - 27,066 22,945 01 - 32,653 26.871.01 - 38,240 30.797.01 - 43,827 34.723.01 - 49,414 38,649 01 - 55,001 $5,587 Application forms are being distributed to all households with a letter informing households of the availability of free and reduced price meals for their children. Applications also are available at the principal's office in each school. To apply for free or reduced price meals, households must fill out the application and return it to the school. Applications may be submitted at any t»ie during the school year. The information households provide on the application will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility and verification of data Applications may be verified at any time during the school year by school or other program officials. For school officials to determine eligibility for free and reduced price benefits, households receiving food stamps or Virginia Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (TANF) only have to list their child's name, and food stamp or TANF case number, and an adult household member must sign the application. Households who do not list a food stamp or TANF case number must list the names of all household members, the amount and source of the income received by each household member, and the social security number of the adult household member who signs the application. If the household member does not have a social security number, the household member must indicate that a social security number is not available. The application must be signed by an adult household member. Under the provisions of the free and reduced price meal policy, Judith N Burke Director of Food Services, will review applications and determine eligibility. Parents or guardians dissatisfied with the ruling of the official may wish to discuss the decision with the determining official on an informal basis. Parents wishing to make a formal appeal for a hearing on the decision may make a request either orally or in writing to Dr. David Gangel, Superintendent Rappahannock County School Board Office Households that list a food stamp or TANF case number must report when the household no longer receives these benefits Other households approved for benefits based on income information must report increases in household income of over $50 per month or $600 per year and decreases in household size. Also, if a household member becomes unemployed or if the household size increases, the household should contact the school Such changes may make the children of the household eligible for benefits if the household's income falls at or below the levels shown aboveA Households that receive food stamps or Virginia Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (TANF) do not have to complete an application for free and reduced price student meals. School officials will determine eligibility for free meals based on documentation obtained directly from the VA Department of Social Services office that a child is a member of a household currently receiving food stamps or is receiving TANF School officials will notify households of their eligibility and that the household must notify the school when they no longer receive food stamps or TANF. Households who are notified of their eligibility, but who do not want their children to receive free meals, must contact the school Food stamp and TANF households should complete an application H they are not notified of their eligibility within the first 10 days of the new school year! In accordance with Federal law and U S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibitod from discriminating on the basis of race, color, sex, age or disability To file a complaint of discnmination. write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights Room 326-W Whitten Building t400 Independence Avenue. SW Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD) USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer Peg Schadler to exhibit By Karen Gardner Rappahannock News Writer Blue Ridge Windows, the large Main Street display area of Imaging Acceptance Corporation’s headquarters in Warrenton will host “A Thousand Masks in Paper Mache the work of Rappahannock artist Peg Schadler. The exhibit runs from Aug. 3 through Sept. 21. This installation features a sampling of Schadler’s masks. Many were inspired by her fascination with how other cultures use masks, as well as the idea of finding images that resonate a 21st century modern psyche such as: mother, maiden, crone, warrior, hero, villain, lost soul, mentor, adventurer and seeker. Some of the masks featured have two sides, representing a benevolent/good side and a negative/evil side. Schadler acknowledges that the power and delight of her masks can only be partially appreciated hanging quietly on a wall, and that their original reason for being made is to be worn, transforming a very simple paper mache mask into a magical presence. This is accomplished through the confluence of music, a dramatic play and a person inside the mask who is dancing, moving and delighting those who watch. Schadler has been interested in the medium of paper mach6 since 1985. She began by making sculptures using chicken wire as the armature and then three-dimensional panels that were created by paper macheing over clay forms. Her inspiration comes from the work of Joseph Campbell, Carl Jung and - Peter Schumann’s Bread I and Puppet in Glover, Vt. ; She reflected, “I had the feeling of something I 1 thought was a necessity in •; my life that I realized could ' be actualized with the use of - masks and music. I wanted . to participate in celebra- ; tions that inspired and strengthened the communi- , ty, and that were connected to some of the basic cycles of . nature and of the human psychology: the change of seasons, growth, death, birth, rebirth, and renewal.” Her masks have been featured in ceremonies for Earth Days, Easters, May Days, Winter/Summer Solstices, weddings, a debutante ball and the Fringe Festival in Philadelphia, Pa. Peg Schadler lives in Rappahannock County with her husband, Steve, and . their two children, Laura and Claire. Additional information regarding the artist and pieces appearing in the exhibit will be featured on , the Blue Ridge Windows web site, www.blueridge windows.com. An artist’s reception, which includes a performance by Schadler and her friend, Beth Wellmeyer, will celebrate the opening of this installation, and will be held on Saturday, Sept. 8 from 4 to 7 p.m. ON DISPLAY: Peg Schadler of Rappahannock will host a show at Blue Ridge Windows in Warrenton Auq. 3 throuah Sept. 21. y % OCah & Company Fine 11 a rule rafted Furniture specializing in Furniture by Design’ 291 B. 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Photo courtesy o< Gerald Ochs CROWDING THE RAILS: Players and ponies scramble for a loose ball at Bleu Rock Farms inaugural polo match. Polo comes to Rappahannock By Gkrald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer What lasts forty minutes, has four chuckkers, six athletes. as many as twenty-four horses, an arena that seemed to spring from nowhere, a vineyard, an inn, a restaurant, a few hundred people, a great crew of hosts, hostesses, cooks, attendants and sponsors, and Cowboy Bob? That’s easy—it’s Bleu Rock Farms and its first Saturday evening polo match. Many wondered just what is what that was growing out of the ground across from the high school—and what it was, was Rappahannock County’s first polo arena. Bleu Rock Farms’ Jo Mariea and Cal Clark, with the help of friends, neighbors and staff, Oasis Winery and Tareq Salahi, Juan Salinas-Bentley, and the Oasis Winery (Salahi, Maureen Brennan and Doug Barnes) and Flint Hill teams (Salinas-Bentley, Ed Connelly and Ed Connelly, Jr.) hosted the first of what may be a weekly polo match at the Bleu Rock. Not an hour after the last fence board was installed, polo ponies and riders were entering the arena, Tomas Palacios was mounted as umpire, and Cowboy Bob had his P. A. system up and running and ready for his railside commentary. The match was close Flint Hill won by a score of 8 to 7), dusty, and more than exciting, and the founding gallery of polo enthusiasts, novice and old hats, welcomed this new Rappahannock event. The next match is scheduled for Saturday, July 28 at around 6 p.m. and, after a period of arena evaluation and improvement, a regular polo match series may be scheduled. Call Bleu Rock Farms at 987-3190, e-mail them therock@monumental.com or visit their web site at www.bleurockinn.com for additional information. Revitalized Rappahannock Farmers’Association By Alan Zuschlag Rappahannock News Writer For centuries agriculture has been the bedrock of the Rappahannock County economy. In recent decades however, tourism and jobs outside the county have shifted the economic focus a bit. The number of cattle and apple trees in the county continue to decrease each year, and little by little, some of the great farms of the past are being sold to new folks. Yet farming in Rappahannock isn’t in decline, it’s just changing and diversifying. Today Rappahannock boasts a thriving viticulture industry. Small “boutique” farms specializing in organic produce, herbs, goat cheese, and mead are all selling to eager customers. Our local livestock producers now market Kobe beef, venison, buffalo, llamas, horses, and lamb, among other things. Recently there has been a lot of interest in Rappahannock’s growing “gourmet” agriculture. The Washington Post did a feature story on Rappahannock farmers and producers last May. In October the National Capital Area Chapter of the American Institute of Wine and Food held a member’s dinner at the Flint Hill Public House featur' ing an “all Rappahannock” ; menu. Chefs in several wellknown Washington, DC ! restaurants now feature Rappahannock-grown produce ! on their menus. While many of today’s Rappahannockers are not I farmers, they still maintain a connection to the land and to agriculture just by choosing to live where they do. Most like the benefits that farming brings to their community. Supporting farming and farmers is the best way to keep Rappahannock a place of quiet pastoral beauty, and a safe, clean, low tax county. The easiest (and most fun) way to support Rappahannock farmers is join the Rappahannock Farmers’ Association. The RFA welcomes everyone in the county with an interest in agriculture to join the organization. We’re a friendly group of farmers and nonfarmers alike, long-time residents and weekenders, old and young, all of whom share an interest in supporting our farmers and maintaining Rappahannock’s unique rural nature. The Farmers’ Association has a general meeting open to all members and interested public once a quarter. Each general meeting is held at a different member’s farm on a Sunday afternoon. The meeting consists of a social hour with food and drink (the fun Kart), a short program by the ost farmer explaining his or her farming operation, and one or two informational or educational topics. In between the quarterly general meetings, various groups within the RFA meet on their own to discuss issues of interest to them. Some of these interest groups include cattle, organic farming, winemaking and grape growing, small ruminants, and cheesemaking. Our summer meeting is this coming Sunday, July 29 at Alex Sharp’s farm “Mountain Green.” Alex will give a brief talk about his farm and apple growing in Rappahannock. We’ll also discuss the new RFA web site (www.rappfarmer. org), the Rappahannock Tourist and Farm map, the fall meeting at Sunnyside Farms, and the newly formed RFA Equine interest group. Won’t you come join us this Sunday? For more information contact Vice President Alex Sharp at 675-3887 or Secretary Alan Zuschlag at 937-6124. Either of them would be glad to give you directions to this Sunday’s meeting. Estate Gardener f consultation ~ gardening & grounds maintenance ~ design ~ planting 540-675-2344 CELLARS Virginia's newest winery is now open for tasting and tours Thursday thru Monday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm - beginning July 21st JOIN US FOR OUR GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION Saturday July 28th! Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Foothills at the comer of Highway 522 and Hume Road in Huntly Va...6 miles south of Front Royal. Come and enjoy our elegant wines! Call us at 540-635-9398 or visit our web site at: www.rappahannockcellars.com Kid Pan Alley debut " concert scheduled By' Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer Did they say that this couldn’t be done, too? Well, the Kid Pan Alley project has met its mark, and the “Tidal Wave of Song” album is nearing final production and should be available by early September, as promised. Project creator, Paul Reisler, recently returned from Colorado where the album underwent final mixing and mastering, and Paul reports that all is well for a September debut. A listen to just a few cuts from this singular CD lays on chills and thrills that reverberate for some time. Not only is this album Rappahannock-kid bom and bred, but it is a work that tells you that it was extraordinarily well-conceived and produced, and it fairly screams of the harmony in this little County. Even if you live here, it makes you wish that you did. “Tidal Wave of Song” and the whole Kid Pan Alley concept could well become a model for evoking the creativity of a community1 s children, and for engaging its adults in a cooperative effort that is of benefit to all. When those 600 Rappahannock kids hear what they have done, they will never go back to the couch to watch someone else create—they will never again buy a CD or a video without fully understanding that they too have the imagination and ability to write a song, paint a picture, start a business . . . and go through this life with interest and passion, and not only as a consumer of someone else’s inventiveness. “Tidal Wave of Song” speaks of a community ripe with talent—those talented song-writing kids from Hearthstone, from the County elementary school, and from home-schooled community too; those young musicians in the high school band who can be heard in “We Lost the Fight Song” and other album cuts; the young voices who make up the Kid Pan Alley Choir that can be heard in seven of the album’s nineteen songs. It speaks of artists Paul Reisler, Diane Bardwell, Dontez Harris, Smiggy Smith, Steve Van Dam, Craig Honeycutt, Warren Phinney, Nathan Brown, the world renowned former Marine Corp Band director John Bourgeois, Rafael Lorenzo, Wolfe Quinn, Bill Abernathy, Gary Green, Linda Orfila, Karen Henderson, Doug Wanamaker, Miranda Hope, and more, more and more. It speaks of many who don’t sing and don’t play, but who have contributed time and effort and money to this most worthwhile endeavor. To the sponsors like John Kiser and his Greve Foundation, to Lorin and Dietlinde Maazel’s Chateauville Foundation, to the Curriculum Enrichment Fund, to Headwaters, to the Lion’s Club, to Ki Theatre, and to others who have contributed $5 and $10 and $1000 to see this effort through. ... to make certain that all album sales will be available to the community’s kids for music enrichment. And to make certain that our children learn that it is they who create, and they who make the music in this world. A fund-raiser and preview performance of “Tidal Wave of Song” was held on July 22 at Cindy and Ed Wayland’s home in F. T. Valley to “topoff” the album production fund and to raise additional funds to support the debut concert that will be held at the Hearthstone School on Sept. 22, 2001. This event brought out many who had contributed to this labor of love, both in terms of time and money, and guests heard a few of the cuts from the forthcoming album—Diane Bardwell sang “Swinging in the Nile”, Ben “Cooter” Jones sung, or rather performed, “I Don’t Know” (and he didn’t), and Paul introduced “We Lost the Fight Song”, its genesis, and John Bourgeois, who arranged and conducted thp Rappahannock High School Band as the backup to singer Craig Honeycutt of Everything on this soon-to-be classic. I The Sept. 22 debut concert is destined to be a classif too. All of the 77 musician^ who recorded the 19 songs on the album will be there to perform and, hopefully, all of the 600 school kid songwriters will be there as well (with their parents, siblings, uncle& and aunts, and grandparents). J Do not miss it! • Additional information on contributions, concert sponsorships, and ticket anfl album sales is available ty calling the Kid Pan Alley pn}ject headquarters at the 1$ Theatre at 987-3164, or by visiting the web site (scheduled for completion in early August) at www.kidpanailey.org. * *• Sot.. July 28th Smiggy's New Rock Band Ladta' Night SUMMER HOURS: Now open Fri., Sat & San. S:30 to dost Family Dining & Fln« Mask 540-987-3162 www.bluvmooncafv.ee Call 540- W or 540*75 Ask for JENKINS ORCHARDS Qualify Fruit Jam* and Honey Hours: 9 a m. to 6 p.m Bring your cm* containers Directions: From Culpeper on Rt. 522 leti v.incey Road, approximately 2 miles Fro Soerry vilte. Rt. 522. right at Yancey Roaa 'iiiies. 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Last year, RCCA conducted a study of county real estate, building permit, budget, and population data to explore the current status of and trends in Rappahannock’s growth and development. Those who attended RCCA’s annual meeting in October heard me present the preliminary results of this study, which, if I may say so myself, were high on facts but short on conclusions. One reason why there were few conclusions is that we had little trend information over time. About the only information we had over time was population estimates, which we knew were prone to uncertainty and about to be rendered obsolete by the 2000 Census figures. As is now common knowledge, the actual 2000 population of Rappahannock County (6,983) was substantially less than projected. Between 1990 and 2000, Rappahannock County added only 361 souls — an average growth rate of about one half of one percent per year. This modest growth must be considered good news to many who share the goal of scenic and rural Rappahannock. Though unclear from the census data, there are likely many factors that have contributed to this relatively modest growth. Certainly our Board of Supervisors and Planning Commission (and their predecessors) deserve credit and our thanks for developing and enforcing policies and ordinances that have helped prevent excessive subdivision and housing development. But is this the end of the story? Is our scenic and rural future secure? Was I the only one who was surprised by the relatively modest population growth in light of the number of homes I have seen built since my arrival in the county in 1993? A closer look at trends in building permits for new dwellings suggests that I might not be crazy or paranoid. From 1992 through 1999, the county building office issued 413 permits to build new dwellings. This amounts to 52 new houses per year. If the 10-year average were similar, it would amount to over 500 houses between the 1990 and 2000 Censuses. At first blush, this seems a little odd when you consider that we gained only a total of 361 people, according to the Census. To be sure, some houses have replaced homes that were .abandoned or lost (e.g., to fires). However, I suspect that additions, barn conversions, renovations, and mobile homes — for which a new dwelling permit is generally not required — have more than replaced the housing that has been lost. Closer inspection of the county real estate tax data sheds some light on the construction of 500 homes for fewer than 400 people. First, there appear to be about 2,974 bouses in Rappahannock County, or an average of 2.3 people per house. That means, we would expect those 500 new houses to provide homes for close to 1,200 people, not the mere 361 actually counted in the census. One explanation for the 839 missing persons is that a very large portion of the houses built over the past 10 years are weekend or vacation homes. Are these “second homes” a threat to the? scenic and rural character of the County? Under present zoning, there are about 5,600 parcels of land consisting of 136,000 acres, on which a house may be located. We estimate that at about 2,100 of these lots are large enough and situated such that it would be practical for someone to build a house on them. Based on current subdivision rights, Rappahannock landowners could create an additional 2,100. Nearly half of all buildable lots that do not currently have houses are owned by people whose tax bill is mailed outside the County, which suggests they probably don’t live here. Almost 40 percent of the potential new lots from subdivision would come from parcels that are owned by nonresidents. This suggests that we may expect the existing trend in second home construction to continue for some time, assuming that many of the people who own land here but don’t currently live here are Planning to build a second ome here rather than move here or sell to someone who will. If we continue to build houses at a rate of about 50 per year (and generally maintain the existing ones), there would be a house on every existing lot in about 42 years and one on every potential lot in about 84 years. At 2.3 persons per house, the population of the county would then be about 12,000 in 2042 and 17,000 in 2084. I hope to be here in 42 years (84 is out of the question), and I sure hope there is not a house on every existing lot by then. Is this trend likely to continue for 42 years? Probably not, because before 2042, local attitudes are likely to change and we are likely to face an entirely different set of rules and trends. Ok, but should we care that many second homes are being built here at present? I’m not sure, but our planning process should recognize and monitor these trends and consider their impact on Rappahannock’s scenic and rural character. In the short term, it would appear that the^ trend is beneficial — people' v who own property here but ‘ don’t live here pay local property taxes and demand less services than those of us who live here full time. They don’t have children in school here for' example. Should we expect peo- < pie who own second homes here to care about the rural and.; scenic nature of the county? Probably, since that is like-, ly why they bought land here;r in the first place. But whqt, happens when they get tired of the property, become too old to enjoy it, or simply decide to liquidate their investment? Who knows? Some will likely pass it on to heirs who will continue to enjoy it and others will likely sell it to others who will also use it as a vacation home. Some houses, however, will surely become someone’s prit] mary residence; in the end-, more houses will result in j more full-time residents; demanding more full-time f County services. A national study of the ‘second home industry’ in the 1970s found that eventually most, if not all, ‘second homes’ become fulltime homes. What about the nature and location of new houses? Are vacation or weekend homes» likely to be built in villages, t where our Comprehensive Plan tries to channel residen-* tial development? Or arm weekenders likely to want to, build on mountaintops or other sensitive areas? How would’ continuation of this trend; toward a greater percentage of, weekenders than local residents affect our “scenic andrural” future and our need for) County services? , - How many non-full-time residents are protecting their interests in keeping this a’ rural County by voting here? ;As of now, no one knows, the answers to these questions, but they could and perhaps should be considered ip the upcoming review of the Comprehensive Plan. If you are interested in learning more about RCCA’s study and contributing your own sugges^ tions, give us a call at 9879222. According to a recent independent study, Fauquier Hospital's ER ranks in the top ten percent nationally in terms of patient satisfaction * What makes us so special? For starters, our innovative Fast Track program shortens the time you spend waiting for emergency care. 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July gardening tips By Kenner P. Love Extension Agent, ANR Crop and Soil Sciences The following are July gardening tips frorff the Rappahannock Extension Office. • To see if blueberries are ripe enough to pick, pull some berries off the stems. If they come off easily, they are ready to harvest. If not, they need to ripen more. Cover with netting, or the birds will beat you to the fruit. • Allow peaches and plums to ripen on the tree. Harvest them just as they begin to soften. * • Grape leaves, the “wrap pers” in many Middle Eastern appetizers and entrees, are easy to freeze for a year round supply. Gather young, unsprayed leaves, lay them flat in freezer containers, and freeze. When ready to use scald leaves in boiling water for 30 seconds, then run cold water over them until they are cool. • Fireblight on apple and pear trees can be identified by looking for blackened twigs and branches. The disease will spread and kill the tree if not controlled. Remove all blighted twigs, cutting eight inches below the infected area. Disinfect pruning tools after each cut to prevent spreading the disease. Dip the blades in a solution of one part household , bleach and nine parts water. • Continue to use Bacillus thuringiensis for caterpillar pests, such as imported cabbage worm. Follow directions for application on the label. • Continue to monitor your squash vines for squash vine borers. The moths lay their eggs on the stems, then the emerging larvae bore into the vines, causing the squash vine to wilt and die. • Cucumbers develops a bitter taste if the soil is not kept consistently moist. Harvest for pickling whole when two to four inches; for table use, when Wall of Fame The RCHS Athletic Director is finishing the design for a special recognition area at the high school. Mr. Jon Smythe has received grant aid from the Headwaters Group to assist with a recognition project he is working on that identifies high achievers in sports and academics. The project is near completion, but has some gaps in various years for certain categories of former students. He is requesting assistance in a review of the following lists to ensure their accuracy in names and spelling, as well as, filling in any missing individuals. Please contact *Mr. Smythe at the high school (987-8575) if you can help with any of this information. Years Class Presidents 60- 61 Roger Anderson 61- 62 Nancy Wood 62- 63 Charlie Smith 68'-64 ? 64- 65 Janice Dodson 65- 66 Jimmie Jenkins 66- 67 Joan Lee 67- 68 Barbara Lillard 68- 69 Janet Hackley 69- 70 Theresa Cordani 70- 71 ? 71- 72 Gary Wayland 72- 73 ? 73- 74 John Summers 74- 75 Mollie Dennis 75- 76 Dale Frye 76- 77 ? 77- 78 Debbie Knighting 78- 79 Karen Murray 79- 80 Doug Nichols 80- 81 Ronda Wiley 81- 82 Lavonne Atkins 82- 83 Cristol Porter 83- 84 Ann Oliver 64-85 ? 85- 86 H.B. Wood 86- 87 Bonnie Grimsley 87- 88 ? 88- 89 Anthony Fudd 89- 90 Karen Payne * 60-91 Matthew Eidson 91- 92 Andy Berry , 92- 93 ? §3-94 James C. Welch 94- 95 Paul A. Brown 95- 96 Jesse Rogers £6-97 Jennifer Bowen 97-98 Michael Letsen 08-99 Margo Haynes p9-00 Allison Baker 00-01 Renee Goodwin National Honor Society Presidents None None None None None None ? ? Elizabeth O’Bannon Christine Fox ? 7 7 Cassandra Frye Kathy Dwyer Cindy Cummins Scott Jenkins David Hudson Terry Woodward Doug Nichols Rhonda Foster Sharon Scott Kristy Johnson Ann Oliver Angela Caesar Charlotte Magee Kristy Pendleton 7 Anthony Fudd Alfred Cook Janet Herman Chris Sutton Rachel Atkins Leah Marlett Luke Zindell Cari Kerr John Arnold Courtney Mauro Claire Shadier Rebecca Metcalfe Jenny Waters Valedictorians ? ? Sarah Latham ? ? ? ? ? Elizabeth O’Bannon Floyd Grigsby David Cordle Bill Kilby Drucilla Davis Mary Moore Kilby Janice Grimes Pat Dodson Malinda Ubben Jimmy Swindler Melanie Thornhill Marian Eastham ? Margie Menefee Terri Tylek Dawn Watson Cynthia Dodson ? Jonathan Watson Sean Wayland Wesley Jenkins Elizabeth Oliver Diana Hudson Amy Kellert Rachel Atkins Joseph Dunagan Shannon Eastham Alberto Gomez Anna Metcalf Courtney Mauro Emily Sims Mary Elaine Morgan Amanda Sims longer than five inches. Remove any overripe cucumbers to encourage continuous production. • Most of your spring crops are out of the garden, and weeds are beginning to encroach on what once was a productive space. Plant another crop in those empty spaces to be harvested at the end of the growing season. Try beans, kale, turnips, and mustard, broccoli, cabbage, spinach, or even corn varieties that mature in a short season. Remember to restore fertility to the soil before planting your fall crops by working in a light layer of compost or aged manure or a small application of a complete chemical fertilizer. • Although tomatoes are self-pollinating, they need movement to transfer pollen. If it is hot and calm for several days, gently shake plants for assured pollen transfer and fruit set. Hot temperatures can also interfere with blossom set. • A garden needs one inch of rain or water each week. Early morning is the best time to water. Evening watering is less desirable because leaves that remain wet through the night are more susceptible to fungal diseases. Mulch plants to reduce water loss and improve yields. • Stop vine crops from tak RoughRide scheduled The Fifth Annual Rappahannock RoughRide to be held on Saturday, Sept. 22, promises to be a very special one for Rappahannock County residents. For the past four years proceeds from the ride benefited the Fauquier Free Clinic. This year’s event will be the first to benefit the addition of a satellite clinic, the Rappahannock Free Clinic in Washington. The clinic which opened its doors on Jan. 17 is located at the Health Department in Washington and is open the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. The Rappahannock RoughRide is a fun bicycling event with rides for cyclists of all levels, a route for the beginner, a couple longer choices for the intermediate, and even longer and more challenging courses for the advanced. To pre-register, send $20 ($18 before Sept. 14, $15 for children under 12) to: Rappahannock RoughRide, do Fauquier Free Clinic, Inc., RO. Box 3138, Warrenton, Va. 20188. Registration includes a long sleeve tee shirt (guaranteed to the first 350 registered riders) as well as the chance to win dinner for two at The Inn at Little Washington or Four & Twenty Blackbirds. For more information or questions call 347-0394 or email: robmarino@starpower.net. GREG WILLIAMS j A All phases tfeioor care for your spring 540-675-2530 1540-229-3032 Firewood Topping * Pruning * Stump Removal PermaTreal i PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL FREE INSPECTION! Serving Rappahannock County For Over 30 Years www.permatreat.com • 829-0000 ing over your garden or lawn by pinching off the fuzzy growing tips. This also directs the plant’s energy into ripening fruit rather than producing more vine. • Pumpkin and squash blossoms are both beautiful and edible. Tb prepare squash or pumpkin blossoms, pick them after they open. 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——ftappafjannocfe jSetosc-— Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Barbara C. Wayland, Executive Editor and General Manager Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler Executive Vice President To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $21 a year in Rappahannock County $27 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: Rappahannock News Building, Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: RappNewsOtimespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.timescommunity.com WEDNESDAY, JULY 25, 2001 Our View Community spirit Kid Pan Alley project affirms inherent County goodness There is the effort and money that will make an historical survey a reality, the volunteerism that made the William M. Carrigan and prior Independence Day celebrations a success, the count.less hours spent by County residents in support of .school educational and athletic activities, the hundreds of members of local conservation and environmental organizations and the million in dollars raised 'and conservation easements donated, the good works -of community and animal protection organizations, ;the tireless efforts of elected and appointed officials ;and staffs that make Rappahannock the place to live, 'the unsung work of many residents who support the good life here . . . and there is the nearly $100,000 in • dollars and labor contributed to make sure that the l County’s children know that they own the magic of ; creativity. ; The broad community involvement in and support ; to the Kid Pan Alley project and its “Tidal Wave of i Song” album is further testimony to the downright ' goodness of Rappahannock County and to the people • who were born and raised here, and to the like-mindf ed and like-spirited folk who felt the County calling. ; There is no question that, when released to the ; world, “Tidal Wave of Song” will in turn release some ; of that Rappahannock goodness to an ever more trou; bled globe. Letters to the editor The Rappahannock News welcomes Letters to the Editor from its ■ readers as a forum for discussion of local public affairs subjects. WRITE: Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747 EMAIL: bwayland@timespapers.com Rappahannock Today This year’s Culpeper-Madison-Rappahannock Farm Fair is underway and many of our youth will be participating. Pictured above is Caroline Massie with her hog, Dancer. Caroline took the Novice Showmanship trophy last year. This year’s livestock sale will be held on Friday, July 27 beginning at 6 p.m. at the Culpeper Agricultural Enterprises grounds. Letters Community thanked for kindness The Sidney Dodson Cerebral Palsy Fund would like to take this time to thank everyone who has contributed to the raffle sales and the car wash. Special thanks to the 211 Quickie Mart, Antique Tables Made Daily, Cooters, The Flint Hill Public House, Project Rainbow, Rappahannock National Bank, and everyone who has volunteered their time. Raffle tickets can still be obtained by calling 9879611. Come join us at the Rappahannock Park on Aug. 11 at 3 p.m. for the raffle drawing and activi ties for the children as well as refreshments. Amy Dodson Sidney Dodson Cerebral Palsy Fund Sperryville Residents encouraged to support community with check Have you gotten your notice from the IRS telling you that you’ll shortly receive your taxcut check? We hope you will use it to strengthen our community. We are writing this letter to urge everyone who can possible afford it to donate their tax-cut check to one of our local organizations, instead of spending the money on themselves. We intend to donate our check to two worthy causes in our community: Headwaters and the Kid Pan Alley Project. Because we believe so strongly in strengthening good education in our Rappahannock schools, we’re donating half of our check to Headwaters to assist them in their future worthy projects. There’s no doubt in our minds that in the past few years Headwaters has proved itself to be one of the most valuable things that has happened to our Rappahannock schools. In addition, we plan to give the second half of our tax-cut check to that amazing and unique community project that perhaps few of you know about yet but will soon become one of Rappahannock County’s biggest events, the Tin Pan Alley Project, started by songwriter Paul Reisler this past school year. We think Paul has brought together a brilliant conjunction of education and the arts worthy of as much community support as possible. During this past year, Paul has devoted an incredible amount of his time, working with 600 of our Rappahannock school children to help them create 50 songs, then putting some of those songs to music, finding dozens of our talented local bands and solo musicians to render them with their own interpretations and, finally, producing a marvelous CD of these songs. We know you may have different organizations you would like to support. But we urge you, if you car possibly afford it, to take this unique opportunity to use your tax-cut check to strengthen whatever project or organization in our local community you deem worthy. Joyce and Richard Abell Woodville Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 40 YEARS AGO July 27, 1961 In a front page photo, Miss Bonnie Brown, Queen of the Sperryville Fire Department carnival is crowned by Miss Shirley Brown, who was Queen the year before. The Rappahannock Garden Club held its regular monthly meeting at the Episcopal Parish Hall on July 19. Mrs. C.B. Johnson was hostess. Mrs. H.B. Winfrey, program chairman, introduced Mr. W.H. Lyne, County Agent, who spoke on planning and zoning projects in Rappahannock County. His remarks were illustrated by colored movies and charts. The County 4-H Clubs held their annual picnic Wednesday at Woodland Park in Luray. Ten vehicles carrying about 90 club members . left Washington for the day’s outing. Clubs from Washington, Flint Hill, Castleton, Sperryville, Forest Grove and Chester Gap were represented with Chester Gap having the largest representation. 20 YEARS AGO July 23, 1981 Mattie Ball Fletcher has been cooking and canning over more than six decades. Almost her entire yard in Little Washington is a garden, divided by a hedge into places for vegetables and places for flower. Mrs. Fletcher was featured in a photo by her backyard well which is how she gets water to give her plants a drink. Quite a few local residents were featured in photos in this issue with produce. Gathering cucumbers in their F.T. Valley garden were Acey and Arlene Frye who work together on a garden that is completely weed-free. Acey tills and Arlene cans, freezes and pickles to store the produce of this large garden, one of two that the Frye’s have planted. Rappahannock County has a new superintendent of schools, Dr. Robert Estabrook and the public was invited to meet him on July 27. At the July 14 board session, the first meeting of the new fiscal year, the board re-elected Beverly Massie as chairman and selected Newbill Miller as vice-chairman. While negotiations over right-of-way acquisition go on, the town of Washington continues to get its water from the old town well. The reservoir for the public water system remains full. The four gallon per minute output from the old well makes it imperative, however, that users conserve water whenever possible. 10 YEARS AGO July 25, 1991 In a lead photo, John Black Elk of the Mattaponi Indian Reservation in King George County led Rappahannock campers in a snake dance last week during Natural History Day Camp at the 4-H Center. Sperryville resident Richard McNear, who last week sought Republican backing for a bid for the House of Delegates in the 31st District, backed out Monday, leaving former businessman Robert Darby of Woodville as the sole Republican hopeful. Music, food and children’s games are among the evening’s attractions before the fireworks are shot off over the pond at Avon Hall in Washington on Sunday, July 28. The celebration coincides with the town’s 242nd birthday. The fireworks were supposed to be launched at the town’s annual Fourth of July party, but were rained out. Organizers of Sunday’s fireworks said an observance of the town’s birthday may become a regular event if attendance warrants. The Flint Hill annual firemen’s carnival will be held this week with the newly crowned Miss Virginia Sheri Huffman leading the parade on Thursday evening. COMPILED BY BARBARA C. WAYLAND Photo courtesy of Sally Kayaer OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: Addie Keyser and her husband Robert Mrs. Keyser will celebrate her 99th birthday on Auq 3 Thu? photograph was taken in 1924. ' .

More Letters Appreciation expressed to community Words are inadequate to express my appreciation to so many people in our Community for their great enthusiasm and generous support for the party in honor of Marjorie Moore and Kim Hall in celebrating their new home. The party at the Town Hall demonstrated what genuine concern our neighbors in the community have for one another. Out of adversity such a positive fesponse bespeaks the community that we are. My special thanks to the following people on the committee: George and Katie Massie, Mary Groves, Claudia Mitchell, Ruth Baumgardner, Susan Longyear, Ann Critzer, Carol Miller and Stewart Willis. Also, once again my appreciation to The Public House for their generosity in providing the linens and to David Huff for the beautiful blessing that expressed so well how the community felt; and as always, my appreciation to the Rappahannock News and also to Ruth Clark for their support in publicizing the event. All in all it was a wonderful evening. Evelyn Miller Willis Washington Brewery a concern In regard to Mr. Tapp’s letter on July 11 regarding the Brewery and Winery, I also don’t understand the difference. I do know about people leaving intoxicated, which should not be allowed at either one. I’m not sure if Mr. Tapp lives on Seven Ponds Road, but I do. About three weeks ago my son came home and told us about someone staggering in the road up by the brewery. Needless to say about half an hour later he made it up by our house. We watched him stagger all over the road. The next thing I know he was spread eagle in the middle of the road! He fell right in the road! I called the Sheriff’s Office because I didn’t want him coming in my yard where my two sons were playing. My'husband went out to keep him from getting run over. I don’t see myself as a busy-body, just someone who cares about my family enough to know if it’s causing a problem, get rid of it! Intoxicated people driving or walking can cause problems. So regardless where they are coming from, it is an issue. Stephanie Rinehart Amissville Up in the Hollow #15 By Ben Jones Rappahannock News Writer Maybe it’s just me, and true, I haven’t read the fine print, but it seems to me that the so-called “Faith Based Initiative” just passed by the U.S. House should never become law. Here, good intentions are being used once again to pave the proverbial path to hell. Government of any sort has always supposedly acted on behalf of the collected governed to hopefully improve the common good. Even history’s most notorious, barbaric, and misguided governments always thought they were doing the right thing. And the world’s great religions have explicit and implicit beliefs and standards that require righteous and beneficial behavior. But great problems have arisen when church and state are one and the same, or when their purposes are hopelessly co-mingled. Our founders, recognizing this, opposed the creation of a Natural religion. As Jefferson once famously said, the purpose of the “establishment tliiuse” in the First Amendment of the United States Constitution is to create “a wall of separation between church and State.” On July 19, the Republican ■ majority in the House rejected an amendment, which would make the bill subject to state and local law, something Republicans would usually unalterably demand. It seems the Democrats wanted nondiscriminatory hiring laws to apply, which caused one “Christian” lobbying organization to complain that the bill was “in danger of being hijacked by homosexual groups.” Do What!? Perhaps at this point, clearer heads may already be seeing the potential problems inherent in mixing the bureaucracy of government with the spiritual eccentricities of various religions. People who call themselves “conservatives” are pushing this new policy, although traditionally conservatives have argued for less government in our lives. The “Christian Right” has in fact often argued that federal social programs have been the enemy of morality and the cause of the very ills they wish now to fix by funneling federal bucks through the pulpits. Which pulpits? Who qualifies? Who doesn’t? Why not? Can you and I start a church, run a social program, fill out some federal forms, jump through some bureaucratic hoops, and get us a nice government grant to do good? Why don’t we just do good Character questioned Rappahannock County has always been admired for it’s beauty and peacefulness. My father loved Rappahannock County. Jenkins Hollow in Sperryville was his home for his entire life. Dad always made it known that even at his death he wanted to stay in Rappahannock. So, my father is laid to rest in Sperryville Cemetery. On Father’s Day, my sister and I placed a shepherd’s hook with a beautiful hanging basket (which I wired to the hook) on Dad’s grave. By the following weekend someone had taken the time to unwind the wire and steal the hanging basket. I know in today’s society that there are people who have no respect for others and obviously have no conscience, but I am amazed that anyone could stoop low enough to steal from the dead. To the individual responsible for this, I would suggest that your character and morals leave lot to be desired. Wouldn’t it be ironic if God chose to strike you down as you were stealing from a grave? I would wonder if there is anyone who would even bother to place flowers on the grave of someone of your character. Tammy Jenkins Culpeper Friends at work Recently there was a carnival held in Flint Hill, to earn money for the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department. People worked very hard to 'make sure everything would work out perfectly. These people went to the Flint Hill Firehouse every night for weeks to plan out everything and to check for things that needed to be fixed. Jeannie Kauffmann was the woman who was in charge of the carnival this year. If not for her we wouldn’t have had one. She organized and cleaned everything imaginable, so everyone could have some fun and enjoy this great event. She got all the games and prizes ready and made sure we had the booths ready. Mrs. Kauffmann also made sure that we had safe rides that were in the correct places. Many other people did a lot of hard work also. These people helped out with things like, painting and washing booths and stands, hanging up flags, sorting out prizes, \L$2££ J:_J Ben Jones anyway? We have always had a “faith based initiative.” It is called religion. It is called church. It has worked for thousands of years, and it doesn’t need Congress or President Bush to improve it. As a Christian, I believe in salvation through faith, and that “faith without works is dead.” That is our individual mandate. We don’t need federal government grants to do good. We just need more believers. Jesus said, “Render unto Caesar that which is Caesar’s, and unto God that which is God’s.” The purposes of the state and of religion are different, but there are times when their goals may coincide. Then let them work together without financial interdependence, for See JONES, Page A8 Financial Problems? Bankruptcy May Help! • Too Many Bilk • Harassing Phone Calls • Collection Suits • Auto Repossession • Wage Garnishments • Home Foreclosures Announcing our new location inCulpeper*..; 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor #;i > ( ® (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) .*■-■■< lill.*.... ^1. ... .............MmJ., Earl J. 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Large outcroppings and a wealth of white quartz stud the weighty clay soil. Occasionally there is blue quartz to be found, especially near the Blue Ridge’s base. The plants and trees are still varied and abundant. A burst of wildflowers every spring, summer and fall reminds us of our vegetal riches. Animals continually delight many of us, and annoy others. This is an unhurried, slow place, slow to change, though politics, monied interests and slick commercialism have begun to furrow changes into the conservative and simple fabric of life. Independence, staunchness and conservatism in its best expression manifests itself in earthiness, groundedness, a community that gathers still to the fireman’s halls for suppers and carnivals, turns out en masse to cheer the sports events at the local high school. Pollution, asphalt, loss of farmland have all made , their inroads. Now cell tow- > ers are gathering at our i doorstep. Toxic sludge has | already crossed the thresh- « old. 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Bailey’s mother sat in the balcony above the courtroom — also expressionless — as Fauquier County Commonwealth Attorney Jonathan Lynn and defense attorney Mark Williams discussed the case. Williams, who had been appointed by the court to represent Bailey on a charge of unauthorized use of Pruitt’s vehicle filed by Warrenton Police at the time of his arrest, has been retained to represent the accused on the felony charges he now faces. Bailey has been in custody since the day after Pruitt’s disappearance, on that charge and as the result of a warrant issued by Prince William County authorities for his failure to appear in court for another traffic violation. He is being ..held without bond and Lynn is seeking the death penalty. The less severe traffic charge, which was scheduled for General District Court Monday following the indictments, was not pressed in light of the more serious charges, Lynn said. “We believe the murderV^s willful, deliberate and pre-meditated in the commission of the robbery,” Lynn said following the announcement of the indictments. The case against Bailey builds as additional evidence surfaces, and additional charges could be levied, Lynn said. “It’s an ongoing investigation, since it’s been largely circumstantial up to this point,” Lynn said. The prosecutor would not comment as to whether Pruitt had been a victim of sexual assault as well. But he did note that investigators have had no contact with Bailey since Williams was assigned to the case. He also noted Bailey was not aware of the pending indictments. “He wasn’t aware that he was being indicted until right before they were handed down,” Lynn said. Williams did not comment on his course of defense, but Lynn believes one part of the process will be asking for a competency hearing to determine Bailey’s level of mental ability. A co-counsel will be appointed by the court in the near future. “This has been a very satisfying day,” said Capt. C. Fred Pfeiff of the Criminal Investigations Division of the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff’s Office conducted a joint investigation with Warrenton Police during 4he search for Pruitt, then took th&4ead on the case after her bodyfaas found outside of town limits. ' “The investigation continues and we’re hoping to finish collecting evidence soon,” Pfeiff said. Warrenton Police Det. James Hartman, who headed the initial investigation, called the effort a fine display of team work. “We’ve never worked better together than we did on this case,” Hartman said. “Sometimes, we’ll look back on a case and think we might have done something differently. That’s not so on this one. 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The Planning Commission will prepare a list of prospective changes and additions to the draft ordinance, based upon the public’s and Commissioners’ comments and thoughts, and will have the list available at their August meeting. Lighting Ordinance still a work in progress Lighting Ordinance Committee Chairman Tbm Tepper briefly discussed progress on the lighting ordinance, noting that the committee had sent a copy of the draft to the committee’s consultant and was currently awaiting his comments. He also asked for comments from the Commissioners and said that he would have a consolidated list of comments available at the next meeting of the Planning Commission. Jones From Page A7 the buck stops where the buck comes from. Give me that old time religion. ****** A friend of mine said she learned a great lesson the other day. She told this one on herself. 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• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 •"Real Estate/B8 July 25, 2001 www.timescommunity.cohi In Brief Basketball Camp cancellation The “Panther Pride” Boy’s Basketball Camp scheduled for Monday, July 30 until Friday, Aug. 3'has been canceled. Due to the short notice available to community residents announcing the camp, limited numbers had registered to participate. Accordingly, the camp has been canceled, but will be offered next summer for county students interested in improving their basketball skills. An open gym has been scheduled in place of the camp for this year. For more information, contact the High School Athletic Director, Mr. Jon Smythe at 987-8575. Open Gym scheduled The RCHS gym will be open for shooting and pick-up games from Monday, July 30 until Friday, Aug. 3. This open gym is for all boys and girls that will attend Rappahannock County schools this year in grades 6-12. Open gym times are each day from 5 to 7 p.m. for girls and 7 to 9 p.m. for boys. For more information contact the High School Athletic Director, Mr. Jon Smythe at 9878575. Volleyball camp scheduled Girls Volleyball Camp, Aug. 1415 for all girls in grades eight through twelve will be held at RCHS gym 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is $20 per student and they must bring their own lunch, snacks and drinks. Questions call Coach Suzie Zylonnis at 9871000. Historical Society to participate in Festival 2001 The Rappahannock Historical Society will be participating in “Heritage Festival 2001” on Saturday and Sunday, July 28 and 29. This is being hosted by the Museum of Culpeper History, 803 South Main Street, Culpeper. This is a celebration of the extensive history of the Piedmont region. There will be living history programs, re-enactors, craftsmen, food vendors and more. There will be representation from Stirrounding counties with information on how and where to [©search family and land histories. There is no admission fee, although donations are always welcome. Dance classes underway A new Tuesday night series of classes in Tribal Belly Dance with Charmaine Lee is currently underway and will continue on Tuesday, July 31 and Aug. 7 from 6. to 7:30 p.m. at the Washington Town Hall. For additional information call Synergy Dance at 987-8734. Youth Alive Sports Day set > All young people are invited to the Youth Alive Sports Day on Saturday, Aug. 18 from 3 to 10 p'.m. at Stuart Field in Amissville, located off US 211 between ’Amissville United Methodist Church and Hackley’s Store. Sports, music, food, friends and fun will be highlights of the evening. Live music will be provided by the 24/7 Band. Bring $3 for food. For more information call the Willoughbys at 937-5210 or 9374929 or online at www.eyouth alive.com. Finding a rare treasure I Backyard ^Happenings Jim Bywaters Being preoccupied with Purple Martins and Eastern Bluebirds, two of my favorites indeed, a usual resident in our yard was overlooked. Sitting on our patio, I recently heard him before I saw him. I had unknowingly gotten much too close to his nest in progress. When I spotted the little bird, he was preparing a nest in a hanging basket under the rear eaves of our home. It was a Carolina Wren. The Carolina Wren is a relatively large member of the wren family, the size of a small sparrow. Male and females look alike, but males are slightly heavier and have longer bills, wings, and tails. The back is dark rusty brown, but the rump is bright rust. The breast and belly are buff and unmarked and the flanks are cinnamon. The throat and chin are white, and the prominent eye stripe is white to buff white. The bill is dark above and yellowish below. They enter buildings without fear, scavenge in your rain gutters and usually make lots of noise. They do not mind people looking at them. In fact, they seem to like it. Carolina Wrens are monogamous and maintain pair bonds and territo ries year-round. Both use songs and calls to defend territory boundaries. All nesting, foraging, and feeding of nestlings occurs within the territory. Pairs may bond any time of the year, sometimes as early as the fall of a bird’s hatch year. Males court females intensively, hopping around them and puffing their feathers. Males may offer food to the female during courtship and the early stages of nest building. Once formed, pair bonds are life-long, but a bird may find a new mate to replace one that has died. Males build multiple nests within the territory, but females select the final nest site. Nests are usually built in enclosed areas, natural cavities, vine tangles, upturned roots, tree stumps, or abandoned woodpecker holes. They also nest in nest boxes and other, less-natural nooks and crannies such as mailboxes, glove compartments, tin cans, and old shoes. The male and female construct the nest. It can take a pair from four days to over a week to complete a nest. Nests, dome-shaped with a side entrance, are made from bark strips, dried grasses, dead leaves, sticks, pine needles, mosses, feathers, straw, shed snakeskin, paper, and string. Nests are lined with hair or fur. They are rarely more than 12 feet above the ground. Carolina Wrens are ground foragers, hopping and flitting on the ground, turning over leaf litter and investigating upturned tree roots, finding a variety of food items. The diet mainly consists of insects, including beetles, caterpillars, moths, crickets, bees, and ants, snails and spiders. Their eggs are creamy white to pinkish white, heavily spotted with purplish brown to rusty brown flecks. Flecking can form a wreath around the large end of the egg. Eggs are laid in the morning, one egg per day. A complete clutch usually contains four to five eggs but may contain as many as eight. The incubation period lasts 12 to 14 days. During this time, the male often brings food to the nest for the female. Carolina Wrens spend unusually long periods on the nest, taking few breaks. The eggs hatch in steps, within 24 hours of each other. For the first four days after hatching, the female broods the young. Nestlings are fed immediately after hatching, and the male brings food to feed the family. As the young grow, the female broods only at night and helps the male collect food and feed the young during the day. After 12 to 14 days, the parents coax the young out of the nest. The nestlings usually leave the nest in the morning, hopping and flying short distances. The fledglings stay together and are fed by both parents. Four weeks after fledging, the young are independent. Finding one building a nest in a hanging basket of flowers, under the eaves of our home, is as good as finding some rare treasure. To see that tiny, brownish-red body, tail cocked upward, standing looking me in the eye is a joy. There is no dollar value I can attach to the privilege of being allowed into that secret life, because it is priceless. Hearing it’s mate rambling on and on from a nearby bush, there is worth in listening to him sing, and you cannot buy that either. That is what makes birding the most rewarding of all outdoor activities to me. It is a secret world birds live in. and knowledge of that world can only be partly gained from books but taking a moment to stop, look and listen teaches also. Happy Birding! Jim Byuaters, Rappahannock News Nature Writer, writes a weekly column. He welcomes reader mail, responses, suggestions via e-mail at jbbjr@rmaonline.net or mail at P.O. Box 8, Flint Hill, Va. 22627. Gary Settle is new Lions President By Bob Scott Rappahannock News Writer It’s well known that a group of Lions is called a “Pride”. Well, that’s when Lions are living in their natural habitat. We’ve also heard that “Pride goeth before a fall”. But not this year. Not with the Rappahannock Lions. The local Lions have never had a better year. Our membership has continued to grow. Our programs have been successful and our enthusiasm has remained high. We live in a wonderful “natural habitat”. It’s hard to beat Rappahannock County, especially this summer, so far. We owe our current good fortune to a fine team of Lion “Pride” leaders and to the community good will and the multitude of generous friends in local businesses and volunteers among our neighbors throughout the year. On July 12 at the county park, the Lions, their families and friends held their annual picnic meeting. The great supply of food was even more varied and delicious. The event was not merely a “picnic”, but was also an official meeting at which we conducted the “changing of the guard” when the new year’s club leadership, the new members of the Board of Directors were introduced and sworn in for their new responsibilities. Out-going president, Bob Metcalf, handed the symbol of authority, the gavel to new president, Gary Settle, who has been climbing up the V.P. ladder and is now officially, the head of the Lion Pride. We’re proud to have him too. Bob Metcalf gratefully thanked the Lion team and recognized the contributions of the members, especially their wives. The highly publicized Y2K prophecies turned out to be more optimistic than anticipated and, instead, turned out well for the Lion programs and all our service projects. Joining President Settle as members of the new board are Buck Payne, first V.P.; Tom Tepper, second V.P.; and Yogi Bear, third V.P. The new secretary is Harry Newlin, Mike Leake is treasurer, Skippy Giles is the Lion tamer and Walter B. Kilby is the tail twister. Other directors are John Schultz, second year, Phil Smith, second year, Jim Treadway, first year, and Bill Cushman, first year. The membership director is Bob Darby with John Schultz and John Byam as committee members. The much relieved and sincerely appreciated Bob Metcalf will continue to serve as immediate past president. He “piloted” the Lions Club professionally and ended his assigned mission with a smooth landing. Thanks, Bob. PRIDE: Past President Bob Metcalf passes the gavel to Lion Club President Gary Settle. ■.— —- ■ tftwsmmk i. mm .. ^-3—S8SM—| Photos courtesy of Larry Sherertz TOGETHERNESS: Sharing the bounty of the County. Farm Fair underway The Culpeper, Madison, Rappahannock Farm Fair is currently underway and will continue through Saturday, July 28 at the Culpeper Agricultural Enterprises on Route 29 south of Culpeper. Various animal shows will be held each evening of the farm fair. The livestock sale will be held this year on Friday, July 27 beginning at 6 p.m. There will also be a rabbit and poultry sale. Rappahannock residents are encouraged to attend the event. The exhibitors have put a year’s worth of work into their entries and we need to show our support for the county’8 youth. RESPECT THE EARTH RECYCLE This Saturday at the Library Coming this Saturday to the Library: Travelin” Jack, an itinerant puppeteer with a knack for tall tales, will entertain us with three American Folktales: a jack tale extraordinare about Jack’s early adventures, “Why Dogs Chase Cats" and “A Bundle of Troubles." The fun begins at 1 p.m. in the Jamieson Room of the Library. '

: > * Church A Activities Benefit yard sale A benefit yard sale will be held at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church on Friday and Saturday, July 27 and July 28. The Friday sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The sale is sponsored by Reynolds and F.T. Baptist and all proceeds will benefit the Shiloh Youth Mission Trip which is scheduled for Aug. 6-13 to Nashville, Tenn. Woodville Baptist Pastor: Rev. Alpheus Atkins Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Choir practice 6:30 p.m. Bible Study 7 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, July 29 as follows: Flint Hill at 8:45 a.m.; Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. Fellowship Assembly of God Pastor: Joel Cress Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship/Children's Church 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Bible Study 7 p.m. Youth Prayer and Praise 7 p.m. Gid Brown Pentecostal Friday: Services 7:30 p.m. New Hope Baptist Bible Pastor: Carl R. Menefee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Sen/ice 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. St. Peter's Catholic Mission Father Jerry Pokorsky Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 and10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4:30-5 p.m., Saturday, after masses Forest Grove Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. VBS planned at Hopewell Vacation Bible School will be held at Hopewell Baptist Church in Sperryville Aug. 6-10 from 6 to 8 p.m. The theme will be “Here Am I, Send Me." Pastor Henry Townes and Ruth Young are this year's directors. All are welcome. Chester Gap Baptist Pastor: Rev. James W. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Bible School 7 p.m. New Harvest Christian Fellowship The New Harvest Christian Fellowship meets at the Viewtown Store with prayer meeting at 9:45 a.m. and morning worship at 10:30. For more information call 937-9993, 937-5210 or 937-4929. FT. Baptist Pastor: Dan Yowell Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Youth Praise & Worship service Aug. 5 at 7 p.m. Trinity Episcopal Officiants • Stephen and Pamela Warnes Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Morning prayer 9 a.m. Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. Tuesday: Serendipity Bible Study 7 p.m. Wednesday: Contemplative Prayer and Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Thornton Gap Primitive Baptist Sunday: Every first and third Sunday 10:30 a.m. Beech Spring meeting set Dr. Wayne Thompson of Rochelle will conducting a meeting Aug. 6-10 each evening at 7 at the Beech Spring Regular Baptist Church, located on US 211, two miles west of Sperryville on the left before entering Shenandoah National Park. The public is invited to come out and enjoy and support the meeting. Flint Hill Baptist Church Pastor: Douglas Farmer Second, Fourth & Fifth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. C. (Mutt) Atkins will be missed I was ready to write itiy news article this week, when | received a phone call that our' good friend and bus driver for all my school years had gone to rest. It really saddened me because he was so kind to me and all who rode the school bus. I’m thankful for the many good memories I shall always have. Clyde Atkins, better known as “Mutt” died in his sleep on Sunday, July 22 at the Warrenton Overlook Health Center. He celebrated his 93rd birthday just last Sunday. He got his nickname when he was not old enough to play baseball, but was watching them practice, and someone called “Hey, you little Mutt”, and thus the nickname. So, it was Mutt for the rest of his life. He started driving the school bus in 1929 and continued until 1974 when he retired, a total of 44 years. He watched all of us grow up, and transported two generations of families to and from school. He was always concerned about all of those who rode the bus and remembered and asked about all of us. When Mutt started driving the school bus, he substituted as needed for his brother, James. He had a contract with the school board and the first bus was a homemade body with a tent for a roof. After a few years a more modem bus appeared. James and Mutt furnished the chassis and the . o ^ w Sperryville By SALLY KEYSER 987-8471 county agreed to pay for a real school bus body. Mutt went to Oxford, N.C. to pick it up. When he returned to Sperryville, everyone was staring and excited about seeing the different looking bus. It was a square shaped school bus with two big square windows on each side, and not nearly as tall as they make them now. It did not have a heater and only carried about 32 pupils. Many changes in body style and size have taken place over the years. Most of the buses today seat 64 passengers, but some of the coach type will seat even more. I can remember the deep steps to get on the school bus when I started school. I was so little, my older sister had to help me up the step. The roads were very different when Mutt started driving. Chains had to be put on by hand to get through the snow and mud in the winter time, and were kept on much of the winter. This never stopped Mutt from making his route. Before consolidation there were many smaller schools, and often they would have extra runs to make to deliver the students to a particular school. Mutt served many years as Supervisor of Transportation for Rappahannock County Schools. At this time the office was in Front Royal since Warren County and Rappahannock shared a school system together. Mutt, hired the drivers, including my husband. He made the decision if buses would run in Rappahannock on bad winter days. He would set his clock for five a.m. and check the temperature and weather with the Superintendent in Front Royal and they would make a final decision. Archie Dodson’s Garage in Sperryville, which is next to Hill Atkins Fruit Market was where the school buses were maintained. This was in the 40’s and early 50’s. The property was then purchased where the present garage is located. Allie Huff was a bus driver and the first mechanic hired in 1952. When Mutt retired, Allie became Supervisor of Transportation for 17 years, retiring in 1991. James, brother of Mutt, operated the “Atkins Store” in Sperryville and Mutt worked part-time until James’ death. He then operated the store for many years, which is “Appetite Repair” now. He delivered groceries to Clyde Atkins all the folks in Old Hollow every Saturday that did not have transportation. They would call their orders in and he was there to help anyone. There were some who neither had transportation or money for their groceries, and he would always let them charge rather than do without. As I reflect back on the many years I have known Mutt, and the good deeds, kindness, and friendship that he has shared with his many friends, he will be remembered and missed by many. Happy birthday wishes are being sent to William Deal and Don Deal who will celebrate on Saturday, July 28. Make it a good week and call me with your news. Amissville youth enjoyed project What nice weather we have had, no humidity and clear air to breathe. I hope everyone is enjoying it! Amissville Baptist Church sent a youth team to Impact Virginia this past week. There were six youth and two adults. They were Jessica Nawrocki, Lauren Herbert, Megan and Michelle Kennedy, Becca Burke and Rich Monroe, and the adults Darryl Klopp and Kathy Dodge were well prepared for the trip. They went to Smithfield to help clean up after a natural disaster. I was told that they had a great time and it was a wonderful learning experience. The Extreme Believers Youth Group meet on Sunday 6-8 p.m., Tuesday 6-8 p.m., and Wednesday 7-8 p.m. Mike Letsen is the summer youth worker this year and he is a very energetic person. If you would like more information, call 937-6159. The Amissville United Amissville By AMY HITT 937-3401 Methodist Church had a great turn out last week for their “Vocational” Bible School. The program on Friday night had 43 children, 31 adults, and several Amissville Volunteer Fire Department personnel. Missy Baldwin had the largest class with 17 three and four year olds called the Fireflies. The youth put on a great show using the bible stories and modem dance tunes, Brandon Smoot, Bobby Bowers, Ashlyn Paul, Sarah Smoot, and Nikki Bowers (dressed as Elvis) were fantastic. I laughed so hard, I was crying. To see these children do such a good job and to re-tell these stories so that the little ones were enthralled was awesome! Thank you to the Fire Department for bringing the fire equipment and teaching the children fire safety. All I have heard all week is, “Stop, Drop and Roll” and the song “Stop, Drop and Pray”. Everyone did a great job. Bethel Baptist Church would like to thank all who attended the concert on Sunday. All had a great time of praising and worshipping God. The Lazy S Llama Ranch is having its annual Fun Fair on Saturday, Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event will have live music and free children’s activities. If you have a group that would like to participate, with a demonstration of farm animals contact the Shers at 937-7437. The AACA (Amissville Area Community Association) is holding it’s second annual Fall Festival on Oct. 13. The organizers are looking for vendors and crafters to participate. Last year’s festival was a great success and all of Amissville had a great time. If you would like to help or have a space, contact Victoria Miller at 9374298 or Sharon Komar at 9375225. Next week is birthday week if you have someone who is having an August birthday or anniversary let me know. Also, congratulations to Nancy and Farrell Nicholas, and Martha and George Kidwell in the upcoming nuptials of their children, Brad and Sherri. Brad, as you know is the proprietor of “Hackley’s Mall” and works for Ross Industries and Sherri works for the Airline Pilots Association in Herndon. Congrats to all! Have a nice week and call me or e-mail me with your news at amyrappnews@ aol.com. Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U S. 211 E. Luray Foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a m. - 8:30 p.m. (540) 743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. 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Hawkins grandchildren excel Mr. and Mrs. John Hawkins of Reva are proud of their grandchildren, and r'£htly so, Miss Jennifer Hawkins, an upcoming senior at Janies Madison University was recommended and she was named to the President’s List with a 4.0 average. She will graduate with a degree from the School of Media Arts and Design in May 2002. She is a member of the Baptist Student Union at James, Madison. ! Her brother, Andrew Hawkins, has completed his freshman year at Madison County High School and he too, had a 4.0 GPA average. He is a member of Fellowship pf Christian Athletes and also Life in Boy Scouts. Congratulations brother and sister and keep up the good work. F.T. Baptist Church on Route 707, under the leadership of Dan Yowell, has Sunday school at 10 a.m. and morning worship at 11 a.m. with the welcome mat always at the door. Birthday wishes are extended to Randy Hitt from Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 his family. In the recent car and bike show held in Culpeper, neighbor Buster Hitt of Woodville, won second place with his Best Muscle Car. Quite a number from our surrounding area attended Vacation Bible School at Black Oak Regular Baptist Church last week. Birthdays with extended wishes for the week are Randy Norman, Tuesday, July 24, Chris Richards on Friday and nieces, Mrs. Michael Swindler and Miss Mandy Tuel, both celebrate Sunday, July 29. Close friends and former Sperryville residents, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Wharton, celebrate another year together on Sunday, July 29 and David and Debi Thompson, also friends, will observe their anniversary Thursday, July 26. Hope Hill Baptist Church of Castleton held their Vacation Bible School last week. They had a great program and everyone attending enjoyed each phase of the program and the time of fellowship together. Rev. Milton Switzer is pastor of the church. The new branch of D.A.R.E. Program, which incidentally is for parents, is being held at Culpeper Regional Hospital on Tuesday evening. The sessions begin at 7 p.m. and last until 8:30 and there are three sessions left, July 31, Aug. 7 and 14. This is a program to educate parents on drugs and violence. To register for the sessions or more information please call Deputy Sheriff Julie Brooking at 727-3444. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and Christopher were Thursday afternoon guests of Mrs. Holtzman Frazier in Fredericksburg. Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville was an overnight guest Friday in the Ray Frazier home and on Sunday she was a luncheon guest of her niece, Miss Brenda Frazier in Culpeper. The Culpeper nine and ten year old girls Allstar won in the District 14 Softball Tournament in Mineral. Good luck girls as you head for the State Championship. The Clore-Crigler reunion, of which there are family members in our area was held Saturday at Graves Mountain Lodge. Reva neighbors, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Crossman, won first place in Flower Garden at the recent Nursery and Garden Contest in Madison. Sympathy is extended to Miss Margaret Dodson of Flint Hill and all family members upon the passing of her sister, Miss Elsie Dodson, a cousin of this writer, and also unknown to this writer, her middle name and mother’s name were the same, “Cara”. Have a great week and give me a call with your news. State award Rappahannock County Garden club member Carolyn Emerick has won the Virginia Federation of Garden Clubs’ Youth Education Award for her work with Rappahannock’s Junior Garden Club. The award was presented to her by club president Lucia Kilby at the club’s June meeting held in the gardens at Glen Burnie in Winchester. Kim August visits county Sherlean Wayland enjoyed having her daughter, Kimberly August, and two grandchildren, Kai and Nyah, visiting for a week before returning to Germany. Kim’s older children, Jessanna and Koda were visiting Paris with V“I“I“V Viewtown By GLADYS DODSON 9374904 their father Glenn and Glenn’s sister Alex August from Maryland. Joyce Wilson is slowly recovering from a leg injury and we hope she will be up and around soon. Michelle Switzer enjoyed visiting with her parents, Jr. Course offered “i. N. The 2001 Summer Food [Sanitation Certification "Course has been scheduled. [The course and ServSafe Essentials textbook utilize the new 1999 Model Food ; Code from the Food and Drug [Administration (FDA). * The course will be offered [in Warrenton at the Fauquier [Extension Office, 24 Pelham * Street Aug. 7-14 from 8 a.m. | to 5 p.m. Ju The cost is $95 per person ’Unless there, is a pre-formed [ gToup of 12 or more and the > fee is $79. The textbook and > exam is included in the fee. To [register, contact the Rappajhannock Extension Office, »675-3619 before the registration deadline of Aug. 2. i, > * ? * RECYCLE and Gloria. Michelle is getting ready to go on a seven day cruise to the Virgin Islands ■ with friends from college. Have a great week! Methodist women met on Monday The Flint Hill United Methodist Women met on Monday for their July meeting at the home of Shelby Welch. Those in attendance were Mary F. Bywaters, Alice Pullen, Artis East, Mabel Lillard, Mary Curtis and Louise McCulloch. The program was led by Artis East. Mrs. Barbara Gentry spent from Sunday until Wednesday at a postmaster’s convention in Hampton. Mark and Diane Graves and Katelyn, Allison and Amy Lillard were Sunday visitors of Mrs. Edna Lillard. The annual picnic of the Flint Hill, Willis Chapel and Sperryville Methodist churches was held on Sunday at the 4-H Center near Front Royal. The event was enjoyed by all with plenty of good food, swimming and fellowship. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church has worship service each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. The pastor, the Rev. Flint Hill By POLLY AYLOR §87-8136 Merlin Shorb invites the public. The Aileen reunion was held at the Flint Hill carnival grounds on Saturday. The group enjoyed the event and reuniting with former employees. The Flint Hill Baptist Church has worship service on the second, fourth and fifth Sundays. Rev. Douglas Farmer will deliver the message. The public is welcome. Have a great week and give me a call with your news. Have something to say about public issues? Write a letter to the editor! NIKE FOR THE FAMILY saws 34.09 & 39.99 NIKE "XCELLERATOR" RUNNING SHOE. Try on this popular running shoe for girls, ladies and men, with breathable mesh and supportive overlays. Girts' sizes, 34.99. Men's and ladies' sizes, 39.99 mm mmm 29.99 & 44.99 NIKE ■‘GRAIL’ CROSSTRAINER. In soft laathar. Boys' sizas, 29.99. Man's tlzas, 44.99 54.99NIKE -nn« FORK- RUGCEO RUNNING SHOE. A great trail runner ter ladte* and man. Lightweight for a comfortable workout Peebles Great Fashions. Great Prices. Every Dayl WARRENTON CENTER • WARRENTON, VA • (540) 347-1820 • HOURS: MON -SAT. 10-9: SUN. 12-6 ROYAL PLAZA • FRONT ROYAL, VA • (540) 635-3101 • HOURS: MON -SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-5 Upcoming Events Teen Hawaiian Luau set On Monday evening, July 30 from 5 p.m. until dark, Lynn Sullivan and the Rappahannock Bazaar will host the first of two summer events for Rappahannock teens, ages 13-18, at Swan Lake, just off 211 and Gid Brown Hollow Road on Redivia Lane. Food, swimming, and games will be provided under adult supervision. Come in costume if you wish. There is a $3 charge. Teens need to sign up and receive directions by leaving a message at 987-8635, extension 3 as soon as possible. For more information leave a message for Carol Lucking. Democrats meet to plan GOTV The Rappahannock County Democratic Committee will gather Tuesday, Aug. 7 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock Library for an important Get Out the Vote meeting. Additionally, there will be updates on the Mark Warner, Tim Kaine and Donald McEachin campaigns. Yard signs and bumper stickers will be available from all candidates. Please do try to attend. All meetings are open to the public. A time for refreshments and socializing follows every meeting. For more information call 675-3515 or gorfein@infi.net. Dwyer reunion planned The 11th annual Dwyer family reunion will be held on Saturday, July 28 beginning at 10 a m. at the Washington fire hall. Please bring drink/ dish to share. This weekend at Blue Moon Lean & Mean will be performing at Blue Moon Cafe just west of Sperryville on Friday, July 27. Smiggy’s New Rock Band will perform on Saturday, July 28. Blue Moon Cafe is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Sculpture ivorkshop set A sculpture workshop, figure in plasticine, taught by Charles E. Flickinger will be held Aug. 2-5 at The Oldway Art Center at 11794 Lee Highway in Sperryville. The four-day event will be held from 11 a m. to 6:30 p.m. which includes one and half hour lunch. Cost is $350 which includes model fee and materials. For more information call 987-9500 or email: mail@flickingerstudios.com. family reunion planned The Jenkins, Woodward and Sisk family reunion hosted by the Raymond and Frances Jenkins family will be held on Sunday, Aug. 5 at the Rappahannock Park near Washington. All friends and family members are welcome. The event will begin at 11 a.m. and lunch will be served at 1 p.m. Bring a covered dish to share. For information call Louise Woodward at 675-2041. Summer trail rides The Rappahannock Hunt is currently sponsoring its annual summer trail rides. On Saturday, July 28 the ride will be held at Muckamoor at Mitchells at 10 a.m. and will be a joint trail ride with Bull Run Hunt hosted by Martha and Cameron Thompson. Bring a dish for the picnic. There will be drinks and light fare following rides and a $15 donation is requested. For further information call Janet O’Keefe at 547-2993 or Barton Hitchcock at 825-6859. Clinic will be open Aug. 1 The Rappahannock Free Clinic, a local operation of the Fauquier Free Clinic Inc., is currently open on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. The clinic will be open on Aug. 1. Patient registration is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Public Health Department Building. For additional information call 347-0394. Activities at Dreamtime Making Herbal Beer will be held July 28 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Dreamtime Center for Herbal Studies near Washington. The cost is $60 and includes all materials. Spend a delightful day with Tara Welty learning all the howtos of herbal beer brewing. Kitchen Cosmetics will be featured at Dreamtime on Aug. 18 from 9:30 to 4:30. Learn how to make, package, label and market your own natural health and beauty cosmetics. Lots of recipes will be given and through demonstration, you will create your own shampoos, hair rinses, facial toners, foot powders and more. The cost is $60 which includes all materials. For more information contact Dawn Story at Dreamtime, drmtime@shentel.net. Taste of Rappahan nock set Mark your calendars for Saturday, Sept. 15 and make reservations now to attend Headwaters’ third annual fundraiser, “Taste of Rappahannock’’. Proceeds from this event will support the many projects sponsored by Headwaters that directly benefit the County’s public school students. The “Taste of Rappahannock” will again take place at the Washington School on Mt. Salem Avenue in Washington. Tickets may be purchased by calling the Headwaters office at 675-1819. Ticket prices for the fundraiser will once again be $100 per guest, of which $75 is tax deductible. The Headwaters office is open Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Tennis championships set The Fauquier County Tennis Championships sponsored by Allen Real Estate Company LTD and Chestnut Forks Athletic Club have set championship dates. The Junior Doubles and Singles, boys and girls 10, 12 and 16 and under will be held July 25-29. The Men’s and Ladies' Singles A, B and C will be held July 27-Aug. 19 with an entry deadline of July 25. Men’s Doubles A, B and C will be held Aug. 2-5, and an entry deadline of July 30. Mixed Doubles A, B and C will be held Aug. 15-19, entry deadline Aug. 13. Singles and Mixed Doubles Finals with a complimentary picnic beginning at noon will be held on Aug. 19. The tournament is open to all residents and employees of Fauquier, Culpeper and Rappahannock Counties. For more information call 347-0823. Carnival at Brandy Station The Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Department will host their annual fund raising event Aug. 8-11. Inners Amusements will once again be providing the midway and will have over 14 rides for both the young and older ages. This is a very special year for the Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Department because it marks their 50th anniversary. A family night will be held Wednesday with a special ride price. The firemen’s parade will be held on Thursday begin* ning at 6:30 and led by the newly crowned Miss Virginia. A matinee will be held on Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m. The carnival grounds are located just off of 15/29 in Brandy Station on State Route 685; which is Fleetwood Heights Road. Warren County pageants set The Warren County Fair, Front Royal will host the following pageants on Aug. 4 and Aug. 6. Final registration will be July 29. Fairest of the Fair, ages newborn through four years of age, boys and girls and mother/daughter. These two classes may live within a 50-mile radius. Little Miss, Jr. Miss and Miss Warren County must be residents of Warren County. Applications may be picked up at Debbie’s Ivy Garden, 635-7156 or Warren County Fair office at 635-5827.

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ISO a > down to-earth. honest » &D/WWWM, 35-52 with similar > interests Ad* 3899 EXOTIC FLOWER! * Seeking handsome intelligent 4 SM. who is honest, sincere and , open-minded, someone I can share a tear or smile with Ad* 3631 ARE YOU READY. For a commitment Attractive, warm, educated SWCF enioys traveling (re arts outdoors ISO SWCM 64-69 hFS. N-t). drugtree. unencumbered. who is loving. good values emottonatty/lmanciaiy secure. Ad* 3603 MAYBE IT’S YOU! WF, 40, K*» enioys the outdoors is seeiung a WM 32-50. tor a friendship and maybe mote Call me Ad* 3888 ALL FOR YOU! BF 31. 54’, black hair 130tos., outgoing enpys dancing and M trying new things ISO tall handsome. t4 SM 29-45. who w*l *■ spoil me. lot LTR Ac* 3886 , Hi THERE! i BF. 43. 5X 135lbs. auburn s heir, attractive and outgoing. • enjoys reading, dancing, gar - 1 derung movies and more ISO 1 BM, 38-SO. (hendship l»st. 1 Ad* 3672 , COME AMD GET MEI I Shy SWF, 42 50' 120*» light i brown hair enioys gong to I mono* and the gr*et nights at ■ home HO attractive romantic > SIAM. 3440. Ca* me Ad* 3850 ’ THE SIMPLE THINGS , I am ISO you. if you are a , SAVVYVPM 50-56 college t graduate w*h no children I am • • SACPF 52 who enjoys nature ■ tearing, museums, cocking and • much more Gere me a cal* • Adi 3799 ) MT ME UF*t! ^ SWF 19, 5T lul figured. red I har. btoegreen eyes, tinny oul( gong and Inenrfy ikes movies. • hanung out and playing pool • , and bowing. ISO SM 20-28 tor • tnenosnv Ad* 3870 'ONE IN A MILLION i S8F. 38. iZ I24toe e very creasy mteitigeni. attractrv*. toy mature, open-mnded. s ipontaneous, ISO S8M 29-38, who e mwscukne nandsome. ntethgenr outgong open-mnded. Ad* 3861 SEARCHING FOR YOU SWF. 46, 5 6" short auburn hair, brown eyes. en)oy$ fishing, bowling, movies, the beach, weekend getaways, ISO SWM. 37-45, who is sincere, respecttul and looking for a LTR. Ad* 3857 QUIET TIMES SBF, 25. 52 133!b$., light complexion. dark brown eyes/hair. sweet, quiet enjoys having tun, bicycling, horseback riding, the outdoors, traveling, ISO SBM, 32-41. who iikes quiet times at home and doing things together. Ad*.3823 KIND AND SWEET SBF, 35. 5'2'. 133ibs , light complexion dark brown hair,eyes, is sweet, quiet, enjoys traveling, bicycling, the outdoors, ISO SWM, 29-40, who is nice and likes to have fun Ad# 3822 JUST WHAT YOU NEED SWF 49. 5'. blond hair, hazel eyes medium build, enjoys going to the Kennedy Center, romantic dinners, dancing, camping, fishing, ISO S/D/WWWM. who is lad-back, sincere, romantic, looking for a best friend, companion, soulmate-type of person Ad# 3816 GIVE ME A TRY! SBPF 33. 5 6*. 170lbs brown/ black hair outgoing, friendly, enjoys dancing, sewing, cooking. exercising, long walks, having fun, ISO SM, 40-50, intelligent. respectful, responsible, motivated and caring Ad# 3813 WHAT S YOUR STYLE Friendly, outgoing, WF. 46, 5 6". red hair, enjoys movies, traveling, spectator sports, walking, and dining, seeks WM, 46-56, MS educated, humorous and hardworking Ad# 3810 GREAT FRIENDS Are you a SM. 60° If so, I'm an outgoing SBF 55. who enjoys going to the movies and having fun11! this interests you, give this SBF. 55. a chance* Ad# 3807 I’M FOR YOU SBF. 36. M'S. enjoys reading, cooking, movies, R&B music, ISO SBM 36-55. who is sensitive. considerate and fun to be with. Ad#.3806 HOPE YOU CALL SPBF, 22 5 7", 210lbs. red'black hair, very friendly, outgoing. enjoys cooking, moves, books, dining out, long walks, cuddling, talking, ISO SM 1835, who is outgoing, intelligent, with same interests Ad# 3789 SOFT AND SENSUOUS ISO mature, lun-lovmg SBM 3848. for friendship, with DBPF. 36, who enjoys long walks, champagne jazz by the fireplace Ad#.3798 SOUL MATE Green-eyed SWF, 52 5'3". blonde hair, into family, horses, the outdoors, good family values. ISO a SM. 48-65, who likes good American living. Ad#.3781 TRUE LOVE Warm-hearted SWF, 53. 5’5\ medium build, cares for moves, history, gardening, home projects, water colors. ISO a traditional SWM, 53-60. for friendship. possible LTR Ad# 3764 WANT TO KNOW MORE? SWF 54 height/weigh! proportionate. light brown hair, loves music, outdoors, gardening, history, Looking for a similar-mmdod SWM, 50-65, to share the day with Ad# 3611 BLUE ANGEL Attractive, petite SWPF, 55.52". 116ibs. with blonde hair, blue eyes. MS. MD. good sense of humor, enjoys slow dancing, holding hands, boating, picnics, movies and more ISO attractive SWPM. 5667, with similar interests Ad# 1062 LUNfcLY & LUUMNU SWF 42, brown hair, green eyes medium build. ISO a respectful SWM. 45-50. lo dine out with Ad# 3740 ABOVE AVERAGE Trim SWF, 45. 5’5'. Nondr hair, light eyes, enioys nature, outdoors. walking, hiking, gardening, dining irvout. movies, ISO SWM 40-56. 5'9‘ or taller. Ad#.3729 PASSIONATE AQUARIUS Attractive, family-oriented, patient, understanding SBF 37. 54". brown eyes, ioves beaches, concerts, amusement parks, concerts, cookouts, ISO SM, 3243. tor an old-tashioned romance Ad#.3713 IN SEARCH OF YOU SAPF, 42. 5 4", I15lbs, enjoys the beach dancing, moves, traveling, ISO SWM 45-55, tor a good friendship and a possible serious rolalionshtp Ad# 3735 LOOK NO FURTHER! Very oulgomg SHF 22. 57". 14011*.. long brown hair, enjoys cooking, movies, sports, swimming and quiet times at home ISO honest, caring, respectful and loyal SM. 24-35, who has similar interests, for LTR Ad# 3723 THE BRIGHT SIDE Outgoing WWF. 65. 5"4, 125ibs., Nonde hair, enjoys travel. movies, music and dining out ISO honest, caring and fun SWM, 65-75. who has similar interests, tor friendship first Ad# 3722 CLASSY GIRL Confident, outgoing, friendly, employed SBF, 19. 5T. 155ibs. ISO independent SM. 19 27 who knows how to treat a woman for friendship and a relationship. Ad# 3717 STAY YOUNG TOGETHER Outgomq. honest and sincere SWF 57, 5T. M'S. brown hair, green eyes, enjoys quiet times at home, gardening, photography, the Arts and volunteer work ISO honest caring and sincere SCWM. MS. §2-62. who has similar interests, lor friendship first Ad# 3716 JUST FRIENDS Friendly and outgoing SBF 35. 5'3". 120!bs . enjoys movies, dancmq. dm mg out and working out. ISO honest and caring S8M, 33-39, who * also lit, doesn'l have children and just wants a casual friendship Ad# 3712 IS THAT YOU? SWF 58. 5 5". 125fcs with long blond hair and hazel eyes, enjoys music, traveling, pcmcs. arts and crafts the ocean and more ISO sincere, generous, stable humorous SWM, 55-75. MS Ad# 3709 SHE MOVES IN Mysterious ways' Discover how thus trim, toned dynamic WPF, 48. who's passionate about am mate expanded horizons and blazmg new trails, manages to do it ail1 ISO a compatible M. 3949 Ad# 3559 HOPE TO HEAR! SWF 50. long blonde hair hazel eyes enjoys dining, beaches, muse and the Arts ISO a SAM. 48-75 humorous, stable for LTR Ad# 3325 LONELY HEARTS CLUB Active SBF 18 loves walks, outdoors movies dmmg adventure and good times Seeking a down to-eadh SM, 18-38 with a good head on he shoulders, tor dating Ad# 3700 TAKE A CHANCE Secure attractive SPBF 39. home owner tods grown Lootong to establish a LTR with a S8PM 39 49 'a#, attractive, fnendy tor potstoe romance Ad* 3696 SUMMER S422LER SBCF 31 5 T enfoys movies, the beach outdoors church dnr-g family stuff theater trav ekng and much more ISO hon est. car mg. respectful SM under 40. tor possible LTR Ad# 3696 SOMETHING SPECIAL Semi retired WWWF 69. 5 2', 125lb$., auburn hair, likes dancing, dining, bowling, music, sports puzzles, reading and more. Wants to meet a kind, loving, fit, emotionally/fmanciallv stable SWM, 65-80, tor ITR Ad# 3691 FRIEND WANTED Slim SWM. 69. 5 9'. gray hair, blue eyes, friendly, extroverted, hardworking Hobbies are: dancing, martial arts, music, books, conversation. Seeking a slim SWF. 60-80, M'S, N/D.‘ lor companionship. maybe more. Ad# 3688 HOLD MY HAND Upbeat DWF. 47. 59', short hair, blue eyes. Interests include: nights out, goll. bowling, camping traveling. Seeking a lun-iovmg. intelligent SWM 45-54. for romance, possible ITR Ad# 3687 SOMEWHERE OUTTHERE My true love awaits and this medium-built outgoing. • happy BPF. 46, likes movies, walks, sports, is determined to find you1 ISO hardworking, iile-lovmg, commitmenl-minded WM. 4855. Ad#.3549 LOOK OVER HERE Trim SWF 45. 5'5 N.S, blond. * green eyes likes outdoors gardening, dining, looking to meet a traditional DWPM, 40-58. 5’10V trim, for possible relationship. Ad#.3291 I LL BE WAITING SWF. 42, 54'. proportionate, enjoys long walks, theater, travel. the beach and music Seeks kind, worthy SWM 42-53. who is a good communicator for a possible LTR Ad# 3684 ARE YOU IT? Introverted SBF 23, 54", 240fbs. light-skinned, short brown hair and brown eyes enioys playing cards, the movies socializing, listening to music. Seeks carefree, amusing SM 25-35. to spend some quality time with, kids are okay Ad# 3663 GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR SWF 40. 56*. 130lbs, brown hair, green eyes seeking a handsome, brown-eyed SWM, 37-53, with dark hair and olive skin I love boating, sailing, swimming, reading and lishmg Ad# 3621 OLD-FASHIONED LTR Very attractive SBF 37, 54". medium build, medium complexion. shoulder-length hair, dark brown eyes, loves working out. kids and more Seeking a familyoriented understanding SM, 3342 Ad# 3627 APPLE PIE Independent, secure SWF, 56, 5 10', enjoys fishing, traveling, dancing, NASCAR. ISO SM. lo enjoy outdoors, sight-seeing, fun times, for friendship Aa« 3646 BE MY MAN Happy, outgoing SBF. 34. 54". 250ib$ , enjoys dancing, horseback riding, beach walks, ISO a hardworking, understanding, loveable SM, 25-40 Ad#.3545 CALL NOW SWF, 58 5 5’. 125lbs enjoys movies, outdoors, music, the ocean and country living, looking for-a SWM. 50-75. N/S. who's emotionally and financially stable Ad# 2757 NICE AND COOL Amusing SWF. 28, enjoys the Arts and sciences ISO a warm, special SWM 29-45. who is understanding. Ad#.3626 LADY ISO GENTLEMAN Cultured PF. 50 no children, enjoys theater, fine dining long walks, traveling and quiet evenings. ISO a cultured SM, 52-65. who comfortable from jeans to suits, with no baggage, for friendship, possible relationship Ad# 3101 LIKE KIDS? Outgoing, adventurous SWF. 24. S'Z. 145tbs with long brown hair Interests include parks and spending time with four year old daughter ISO family-oriented SWM 24-35, for friendship Ad# 3610 IS THIS YOU? Outgoing, slender DWPF. 43. 5 8', 120lb$ blonde Interests include the beach, gardening, concerts and family ISO honest, intelligent, tall, proportionate SWM, 30-50. for a friendship. ‘Ad# 3608 CALL AND TALK Attractive, humorous SWF. 63. o 5’ full-figured, blue-eyed blonde, enjoys dancing, reading hiking, jazz muse, art and history ISO honest, tun-loving SWM, 50-70. for a casual relationship Ad# 3607 BE SURE TO CALL Kind humorous S8F 49, 5 5'. lull-figured, brown hair.eyes Interests are plays museums, walks, church and the Bible ISO gentle, outgoing SCM 45-55 lor friendship. Ad#.3604 LIKE TO SMILE? Creative, friendly, lun SWF, 43. 5'2\ brown hair, enioys music, cats concerts, dmtr.g and antiques ISO fun-loving tall, slender SWM. 35-50, tor friendship Ad# 3600 FRIENDS FIRST SWF, 54 enjoys travel nature, computers and classical muse ISO thoughtful, stable SWPM. 45-65. fora LTR Ad# 3596 SEEKING SOULMATE Petite DWF, 50, biond hair, blue eyes. N/S, enjoys dining out, movies beaches quiet evemngs weekend getaways 'SO loving, kind considerate, financially secure D SWM, 4555. MS, who loves laughter and having fun Frederick Ad# 3571 COMMON BOND Employed SBF 27 S’S', 155lbs . enjoys movies museums and outdoor activities ISO SM 2740 lor friendship, possible relationship Ad# 2122 DON'T PASS ME UP! SWF, 45. M'S blonde hair, light eyes 5’5\ likes nature, dining, gardening, movies outdoor activities ISO a SWM. 40-58. MS, 5'9r*, for possible LTR. Adt 3581 HEART OF GOLD Sincere, honest SBF, 37, single mother. 5 4", brown eyes, kkes music, amusement parks, dining, poetry Seeking a respectful, special SM. 33-41, who will not take me tor granted and wi give his all to a committed LTR. Ad# 3579 MAYBE IT’S YOU! SWF, 58. 5 5’. 125*bs. blonde ha#, hazel eyes, tikes muse theater travel museums outdoors activities, country Irving If you are a kind, generous, stable SM. 50-75, MS. with good character, sense of humor caM me ASAP' Adt 3552 LOOKING 4 HAPPINESS? Slender, lit WF 50, Drown hair,'eyes, enioys yoga, swimming, hiking, reading traveling, international cuisine, snorkelmg ISO independent, comrmtmentmmded M. 38-56, who loves life & enjoys his work. Ad#.3570 NONE BETTER Attractive SWF, 63, 57". with bfondish-'brown hair, who likes meeting new people, going to the theatre, swimming and taking long walks ISO a kind-hearted WM. 59-68. who shares similar qualities and interests Ad#. 1237 AS LONG AS ITS FUN Count me in' Humorous, fun WPF, 27, likes fishing, camping, the outdoors ISO an employed, secure, outdoorsy. fun WM, 2840 Ad».3S47 DREAMMAKER Experience all your sweetest dreams of romance and happiness with this full-figured, attractive BF 59, who likes finer things in life, candlelit dinners, plays, movies. ISO a sincere, honest SBM, 57-63. NS Ad# 3539 KIND-HEARTED? Attractive SBPF 40. 59'. I45lbs.. short hair, enjoys, church, theatre, traveling, dining out and the outdoors ISO a sincere, stable NS SWM, 35-50, loraLTR Ad# 3384 FILL THE BILL Fit. sincere SHF, 49, 5'4‘, educated, loves reading, animals, museums, dining, dancing, music ISO SH'WM, 47-60. height/weight proportionate Ad#.3518 FISHING PARTNER Petite, lively, energetic SWF 47. blond hair, blue eyes, loves dancing, movies, theatre, the beach, relaxing quiet nights at home Seeking healthy, fit, honest SWM. 39-57. over 5‘11" who enjoys going fishing Ad# 3516 SERIOUS REPLIES ONLY Very friendly, extroverted SBCF 54. full-figured, likes movies, socialising, theatre, going to church, dining. Hopes for a LTR with a trustworthy SWCM. 50. who likes to go to church. Ad# 3514 CAT LOVER Very pretty, romantic, honest SW mom. 34. 5. 1851bs . strawberry blond hair, brown.eyes, enjoys computers, crafts, music, gardening family times, cuddling dancing cats Seeking a SWM. 34-39 for LTR Ad» 3512 LOVE MATCH Very attractive shapely, classy SBCPF. 40, hopes to find a LTR with a kmd-hearted SWCM. 3552. loves dining out, films theatre, the outdoors going to church Ad# 3505 SPRING INTO LOVE Romantic SHF. 47, 5'. 140lbs.. dark hair, brown eyes, enjoys walks m the country side, reading. the outdoors, movies, theatre, dining. Seeks gregarious SWM, 47-57. for LTR Ad# 3503 SOULMATE? SWF. 52. tali, blonde hair blue eyes, just wants to rebuild her life. with someone special. ISO a SM, 50-99 tall, mature for LTR Ad#. 3488 r A MIRROR IMAGE Petite SWF. 52. brown hair. blue, eyes. warm. 3ftect>onaie. likes biking, walks, music, an. museums. traveling, seeking SWM 48-62. self-sufficient, stable, humorous with similar interests. Ad# 3419 SASSY AND SWEET SWF 41, enjoys movies, walks, laughter animals, looking for intelligent, financiafly/emotionally secure SWM. 35-48 for friendship first Germantown. Ad#.3415 ' TAKE A CHANCE Nice, sweet, sensitive SBF. 18, 56\ black hair, brown eyes, searching for SWM. 19-30, for friendship first. Ad#.3404 SOUND GOOD? SWF. 32. 5 7". I25lbs„ with accent, enjo/s sports, swimming, tenms. chess and computers. ISO SWM. 32-40. for friendship and maybe more. Ad#.3398 DINNER FOR TWO SWF. 32 57’. 125!bs., loves chess, swimming, computers, cooking sometimes, seeking SWM, 32-40. for casual dating Rockfield Ad# 3397 CALL FOR MORE Hardworking SWF. 24 enjoys hikmg and being outside ISO a SWM. 23-31. to hang oul with and share common interests. Ad# 3359 LOOKING FOR YOU!! Outgoing SWF. 39. 56'. I30fbs. red/brown hair, green eyes, enjoys water sports, reading, movies, dimnq and cooking. ISO SWM, 37-53, secure, dark features and fun times Ad# 3347 GOOD TIMES Caring SBF. 49, 5\ 135lbs., single mother who loves to cook. Seeking a secure. SM. 40-61. for lots of laughs and smiles Ad# 8132 BE MY PRINCE SWF. 39. 5'3", black hair, likes concerts, quiet evenings and romance. ISO an honest romantic, intellectual SWM. 37-55. for a UR Ad# 3386 ARE WE A MATCH? Only one way to find out and that's to call! Personable, educated. retired WF. 70, likes cards. Atlantic City, hanging out. walks, swimming. ISO a caring, sincere, non-smoking, gentlemanly WCM. 62-74 Ad# 3380 U ONLY LIVE ONCE So why not cal! this outgoing, outdoorsy. happy SBPF, 42. who likes expanding my mind, exercise, reading jazz and make the most ol it? ISO an outgoing, compatible, intelligent, happy SBM, 41-47 Ad# 3345 ATTRACTIVE BLOND SWF. 38 5 10" 140lbs. hazel eyes, self-employed, enjoys the beach, dancing dmmg. travel or just a relaxing night at home ISO D/SWM 64. financially secure, sense of humor, 36-50, for possible LTR Ad# 3321 YOU RE THE MAN SWF, 19, 5T. blonde hair, talkative, emovs reading and hanging out ISO a SWM, 21-28, thin, tall masculine, for friendship first. Ad# 3342 TIRED OF LOOKING? WPF. 66 Catholic, foreign born, N/S, enjoys movies. theatre, sight-seeing. dinmQ. traveling. ISO a WPM. 60-68'; N/S. financially/emotionally secure, with good morais Ad* 3271 A TASTE OF JAPAN Shapely, sweet, shy SAWF. 43, enjoys short hikes outside Iona hugs inside and a variety of things m between ISO a tall fit, honest, commitment-minded SWM 41-49 Ad* 3051 AVID SPORTS FAN Sweet, kind, canng. sensitive SBF 23- 5T 130!bs, athleticbuild. enjoys sports, movies dining out. biking, hiking, rolierbladmg, ISO a SM. 25-35 Ad* 3268 VIVACIOUS! Humorous SWF 55, 5'6". 160!bs., brown hair. ISO a confident. financially secure SWM. 45-65, with a sense of humor. Ad»3229 ALMOST PERFECT Petite SAF 29. 105lbs. iikes music, dancing, cooking and working out Seeking an honest, kmd. drug-free SM. 28-40, for LTR Ad* 3251 COMPLETE PACKAGE Cheerful SWF 45. 62'. long blond hair smoker enjoys animals cooking reading, sports and outdoor activities. ISO tall, heiqht/weight proportionate SWM. 38-55. with a good personality. for LTR. Ad* 3260 CALL TODAY Average-built, easygoing SF 49, 5 4 ", brown hair eyes, hobbies include art. architecture, music and sports Seeking an intellectual SM. 45-57. for a casual relationship Ad# 3232 INTERESTED? Quiet SWF 39, 5 5". black hair, brown eyes, likes hiking, dining, quiet times and movies ISO an honest loyal affectionate. SWM. 40-49. who is financially/emotwnally secure, lor LTR Ad*.3213 FUN TIMES AHEAD Easygoirig. lun SBF 36, 5T, T30lbs., auburn hair and green eyes, enjoys cooking, moves, cats and staying home. Seeking a SBM, 30-42 with srmiiar interests. for I.TR Ad* 3175 PLEASE RESPOND Fun-!ovmg, full-figured SWF. 62, financially stable smoker. Interests include shopping, talking and walking Seeking a financially stable SWM 50-65. smoker, for LTR Ad# 3177 AWAITING YOUR CALL SWF 24 5 6", 135lbs . blueeyed blonde ISO a tall, muscu lar. SWM. 24-30. with dark hair'eyes. who likes !o party and also would like to settle down. Ad# 3178 ALL THE RIGHT STUFF SWPF. 42. 5'8 . very romantic, average-built, dark eyes long auburn hair, extroverted, friendly playful humorous, enjoys dancing, swimming, the beach, fishing, live music ISO a loving, confident SWM, 37-49. RockviHe area Ad# 2966 TOO OLD FOR TOYS! A real man is what this SWPCF 41, blonde hair, green eyes has m mind Sire enjoys camping, hiking, cooking and children. ISO a SWM, 40-55. with traditional values. Ad* 3151 READY FOR FUN? Shy SBM. 24. ISO SBF 18-24. who enjoys poetry, carnivals, movies, walks in the park, good conversation for starters, friendship. Ad#.3981 WITHIN REACH SBM, 35. a chef by trade, a gentleman by hear! Seeks SBF. 3550. for a committed relationship, possibly marriage Ad# 3980 THE SIMPLE LIFE Friendly SWM, 45. 6 5'. 185fbs . brown hair, blue eyes, enjoys horses, nature, sunsets, music, family life. ISO SWF. 30-50. similar interests for friendship. Ad# 3961 SPANISH FLY Seeking a sexy SHF 19. 53'. hazel eyes from Equador I'm a fun-loving SWM. 19, lor adventure, friendship arid more! Ad* 3958 SPIRITUALLY GROUNDED Degreed SH/BM. 48, 5 10'. 200lbs a homeowner, who enjoys all church activities, is ISO a sensuous, unique SF 25+ Ad# 5021 LOOKING 4 Honest SF 25-40. to share in movies, music, biking, hiking and possibly a LTR, with a 57'. sny HM. 32 Ad* 3965 CARE TO EXPLORE Movies, dining, dancing, aftect*on and romance, with a 5 5* WM, N/S? Wei' he seeks you for quality time Ad*.3955 OPEN THE TREASURE To find this 6'. down-to-earth WM. 43. looking for a monogamous. romantic SF 33-53. to snare in antiques, water, mountains and dining, Ad# 3945 DO YOU WANT.. An honest WM. 54. to share in hunting. SCUBA diving, music, and movies9 Seeks you WF 4055. N/S Ad# 3942 ON THE BRIGHT SIDE Spend the golden years with this ouigomg. humorous, attractive SWM, 62 6 2’. with brown hair and hazel eyes, who seeks that special SWF, 54-64. for companionship. ITH His interests include working out. the outdoors. traveling and more. Ad# 1444 KEY FOR LOCK? SWPM. 51. 64', I90lbs.. dark hair and eyes, enjoys movies, the Arts, working out and quiet evenings ISO a heighl'weight proportionale SWF. 30-45, MS. who ioves life Ad#.2960 LET S MEET SWM. 25, 5’8\ biond hair, blue eyes hardworking, enjoys sports traveling ISO SWF 20* 29, who's outgoina for LTR Ad*.3941 WAITING FOR YOU Shy. loyal SWF, 37. ISO a trustworthy SWF, 21-42, who's financially/emotionaliy secure, for possible LTR Ad# 3940 LET S GETAWAY SWM. 49, 6'. 160lbs . black hair, brown eyes. M'S. affectionate, easygoing, enjoys music, sports, traveling, dining, beaches, mountains, cars ISO an affectionate. wise, fun SF, 37-50. Ad# 3944 Is your picture onlins? CO > z Place your FREE online personal ad along with your photo, and receive 10 free tokens to respond to ads online free! www.datemaker.com/leesburg GIVE A JINGLE DF. 38 enjoys reading, music, movies and fun things with kids. ISO a SM. 35-45. who possesses family values & honesty, for friendship first Ad# 3486 HONESTY SAYS IT ALL SWF. 47, 5 8’, attractive, fit, brown eyes, carefree, enjoys the outdoor! walk, hiking, fishing and nature ISO an old-fashioned. respectful SWM. 36-60 Ad# 3483LOOKING FORYOU SBF, 41, humorous, enjoys sports activities and gomg out. ISO SBM. 40-46. with common interests Ad# 3491 TRY ME ANYTIME SWF. 22. brown hair/eyes. seeking a muscular SBiRBM 26-30. who likes kids, for LTR Ad# 3480 UNI VE RSALISTIC SWPF. 53, works in educational institutions attends Universal church ISO WM 50-60, who's kind-hearted, financially secure with grown children tor friendship. possibly more. Ad#. 3459 LET FRIENDS BLOSSOM Honest SF 49, 5'2‘. 125lbs.. financially secure, enjoys the water, long walks dm mg out and much more ISO SM, 49-55. who's caring affectionate, compassionate Ad# 3458 GOLD DYNASTY WF 38, 58“ brown hair, hazel eyes, ISO college grad WM. 3343 who's 6'+. has a big heart open-minded, athletic, outdoorsy, witty, optimistic, values health an<J integrity, for LTR. Ad# 3455 ANYTHING OUTDOORS Fun WF 26. 58', medium-built.. auburn hair, hazel eyes, kwes laughter, ftshmg. camping, country music, children and quiet evenings. ISO WM, 28-50, employed, ready lor a commitment Gaithersburg area. Ad#. 3449 RECIPE FOR LOVE Friendly SWCF. 57. 5'3\ med»um-bu’ft. blond, blue eyes, enjoys dm mg out. concerts, cinemas walks looking for a SWCM 52-65 Ad# 3426 FINDING LOVE? SBF, 38, 5’8B. 130fbs„ brown hair, witty, outspoken, enjoys walks, church singing movies and sports ISO a SBM. 35-40 who just loves lite. Ad#. 3317 A MAN FOR ME! SWF, 52. 57*. 125lbs, blonde hair, enjoys dancing, music, beach and art ISO a SWM. 4960. with some tilings m common Ad* 3288 FIND ME SOON! SBF. 43, black hair. 5'5' . I80tbs , shy, loving enjoys reading, parks. mountains. quiet evenings and church ISO SBCM, 40-50 with common interests Ad* 3287 WARM FEMININE FUN WF. SO. 5 5‘. 125lbs . tong blond hair, ha^ei eyes enjoys music, art, travel, theatre, movies, dining museums, outdoor activities, the ocean, beaches., ISO a kind humorous AM 50-75, with good character, emotionally/tmanciaily stable Ad* 3326 OPEN TO ADVENTURE Very attractive BF, 42. 5T. I35lbs.. college educated, self employed, enjoys amateur golf, comedy, music, walking along beach on moonlight rughi, cooking. fme wine theatre. ISO a tan. very good-looking, caring, loving CM. 40-50, tor LTR Ad*.3316 WOMAN OF INTEGRITY SBF. 42 reserved oid-lash*or>ed. looking to lorm a union to last a lifetime with a SM, 45*60. who appreciates the values of a woman like my sett Ad# 3305 YOUR LOVING ANGEL BCF, 31. mom. enjoys dancing, music, cooking quiet times, the beach, church. ISO a gentle, caring, down-to-earih. nice, compassionate BCM. 28-36, family-oriented, possible relationship Ad# 3292 WARM FEMININE SEXY Loving, kind, honest, caring, humorous BPF 32, 55'. 180lbs.. brown hair, enjoys dancing, movies, Wing. ISO a very tall, mce. honest, car mg BM. 28-45, for frier,dship, monogamous 'eiatienship Ad* 3282 YOUR TIME HAS COME Call this active SWPF. 45. S'G", who enjoys racquetball tennis, animals, keeping lit. nature, seeking a fun kind-hearted SWPM. 45-49. to share quality times with Fredenck Ad# 2808 SAIL WITH ME Self-employed SWF 58. 55", 125ibs., with brown hair, eyes enjoys music, moves dining out, festivals and boating. ISO a moral, sincere, secure, humorous SWM. 50-75 over 6 . lor romance Ad* 3112 Men S/wAt/iy Women A WARM SPIRIT SWPM 41 5 10'. 180lbs is seeking a down-to-earth SF for a LTR who is financially secure like himself, likes iiealthy living and horses. Ad* 5243 HOPELESS ROMANTIC Humorous, kind WM 35. 64'. I95ibs.. brown hair, blue eyes, great sense of humor, a good listener. enjoys the beach, reading, basketball, workouts, TV. ISO a kind, honest, humorous, attractive. loyal SF, 2740. for LTR Ad# 3878 LET S GET TOGETHER SWM 41. 64J, 270tbs. blond hair, blue eyes easygoing, laidback funny, enjoys martial arts, movies, outdoors. ISO SF 1845. sensuous, loving, playful, fun, for fnendship Aa#.3994 LOOKING FOR LOVE SBM, 34, handsome. 61”, educated. honest, laid-back, enjoys running, music arts, movies, biking, running, dining out Seeking SWF 23-38. to get to know Ad# 3990 CALL AND TALK Conventional SBM. 37. 511", 170ibs , dark complexion, enjoys church, moves, dining quiet evenings Seeks a sexy, simple S8F 31 39, friendship Ad# 3985 J LOOK HERE This handsome Italian hunk is a wa'tmg youf call! Hes a SWM. 44. 62" I75lbs.. fit trim, gameIree, sincere & direct He enjoys music, guitar, the outdoors, riding motorcycles ISO a SWF. 3046, with similar interests. Ad# 3924 I'M WAITING FOR YOU SWM. 55 tali dark hair, blue eyes, mustache, easygoing sincere enjovs music, sports, outdoors. good times ISO a SBF. 35-55. who's open, honest, $m cere, down-io-earth Ad# 3935 SOMEONE SPECIAL SWM. 39. 511'. 190lbs.. sirawberry/blond hair, sweet, enjoys bicycimg, beaches, relaxing at home ISO a SWF 28-41.N/S, N/D, lovable fun-loving. Ad# 3913 EXTREME FUN SWPM, 20. 6 2’. 176lbs. browa blond haw enjoys movies, dining out. skydiving, rock climbing, snowboarding. ISO SF 1821. fun, looking for a ITR. Ad# 3937 OUTGOING GUY SBM. 22. 5'5". green eyes light skin, outgoing, friendly. ISO SF, 19-31, looking for friendship Ad# 3931 ART LOVER SWM, 18.6 8\ brown haw. hazel eyes, outgoing. tun-loving. positive. enjoys guitar, drawing art ISO outgoing SWF, 20-30 Ad#.3925 LET S HAVE FUN SWPM, 42. 62". 2T0fbs. blond hair, open, friendly, outgoing, trusting, enjoys golf, outdoors, history, traveling, his child. ISO SF, 27-47 attractive, outgoing, tun-loving. Ad# 3922 REAL GENTLEMAN SBM, 31, 6 r. black hair easygoing, laid-back enjoys movies, dancing sports. ISO a fun, outgoing. confident SF, 22-55 Ad#. 3921 LET’S SEE DWM, 58,6 2' 220lbs..fl easygoing, open-minded enjoys shows, dmners. walks, dancing ISO fit SWF 42-49 Ad# 3918 I’LL TREAT YOU RIGHT SWM 43, 5 8’ 190fbs brown hair. eyes, N S, enjoys dining out, beaches, music, movies ISO a SWF. 32-52. who's kind, considerate & financially stable Ad# 3917 SLIGHTLY SKEPTICAL SWPM. 48 6 2' 190ibs. likes staying active, collecting things culiural activities Seeking a mc$ SOyVF. lets share a drink, a smile a story, and who knows7 I m worth the ganit>ie: Ad» 3866 SETTLE DOWN WITH ME SWM. 38 6 2'. 185lbs. long brown hair, green eyes, enjoys working out. mountain bike riding. rock climbing, and more seeking adventurous, fit, confident. tall, attractive SWF. 21-35. N/S, no children, for LTR. Ad*.3911 EXCITE ME! Easygoing, fun-loving SWM, 24. enjoys children, animals, outdoors. seeking SWF. 21-31. for possible HR Ad# 3694 LOVES DIVERSITY Open-minded, romantic WPM. 31. 6 3'. 190lbs, brown hair eyes. loves the outdoors, workouts, camping, mountains, water hunting boating, fishing, softball, bowling, dancing, music. Harleys ISO a slim, attractive, independent, honest. Educated WF. 24-35 Ad*.3909 Mj ANDYOU Outgoing, easygoing employed SWM i9. 6 1r. 230lbs . with blue eves and blond hair enjoys racing quiet evenings and horseback riding, ISO an outgoing SWF, 27-45. to spend time together Ad# 3898 GUARANTEE Chose this SBPM 27. 5‘1 f 145lbs. and he will be there for you 100%. He’s ISO SWF, 2431. with family values, for a strong bonding relationship Ad#.3896 WILL I HEAR FROM U? SBM, 24. tall, black hair originally Irom Africa, enjoys sports, soccer especially ISO a pretty SBF, 26-30. friendship first Ad# 3891 HAVE SOME FUN SWM. Italian. 22. 5 T. I55ibs black hair, brown eyes, likes to cook. ISO a sweet SHF. 18-23. with a good liead on her shoulders, for casual relationship. Ad#.3880 TAKE THIS HEART Honest, down-to-earth, easygoing SBM. 59. 5’6", I40lbs, likes dining, theatre and dancing Seeking a balanced, intelligent, affectionate SWF. 48-60. for friendship first, maybe more. Ad#.3879 BE THE ONE Shy SWM. 40. 5'10”. J90lbs. long blond hair, blue eyes average build, enjoys bowling, swimming and fishing, ISO a SWF. 30-45. for a LTR Ad# 3877 ARE WE A MATCH? Tail, friendly, outgoing SWM 27. brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys playing guitar, bike rudinq and swimming ISO an intelligent SWF. 22-35. who likes to have lun Ad#.3876 ROMANCE & SHOW BIZ This kind, bright, fun. honest, appealing DWPM. SOtsb, N/S 6‘4", 205lbs . who owns his own entertainment business is passionate about animals, humor, adventures, movies, music. Seeking similar qualiues/interests tn S/DWF Ad# 3721 STILL KICKING WWWM. 70. 61' slim, attractive ISO a pretty lady, with a good figure, then i like the same things you like, lets talk' Ad# 3081 DRIFT OFF 2 DREAM Attractive, athletic, ciown-toearih, intelligent DWPM 38. 5'9\ muscular, enjoys music. NASCAR, animals, workouts, the simple pleasures in life ISO an attractive kind, caring passionate, romantic, adventurous iovinq D-SPF. 32-42. for friendship ITR Ad#.2681 ONLY TAKES ONE SWM. 35 5 11\ 235lbs. long black hair, brown eyes is seeking a SWF 2148. lor a friendship first, possible LTH Ad#3865 ENJOY MY COMPANY! Hes got it all ladies’ SWM. 55. 5'10s, 195lbs. enjoys beaches dancing, dining out. movies. . walks, picnics seeks affectionate, honest SF 45 60 for LTR Ad#.3871 BE SURE TO CALL! I will fight your lire! SWM. 24. I35lbs, enjoys outdoors, movies, camping, seeking SWF. 20-25. with similar interests, for friendship, possibly more Ad#.3534 LET S TRY SHPM. 32. 5 8", 1S0fbs medium frame light complexion, black hair, brown eyes, is outgoing. friendly, shy at times, enjoys martial arts, mountain hiking movies, music. iSO SF, if,40. who shares the same qualities. Ad# 3868 TRAVELING MAN SWPM, 35. 6'2". short light blond hair, blue eyes physically lit, is loyal, funny, strong enicys traveling, photography swimmma, reading, music ISO a SF, 26-37. who is bright and pretty, looking lor a LTR Ad# 3858 FRIENDS AT FIRST SBM. 24 6'2" 170tbs. short black hair, shy at first, friendly enjoys basketball, car racing, movies dining out, hanging out. ISO SHF. 18-25. who is shy at first, looking for a friendship maybe more Ad# 3855 HOLD YOUR HAND SWM. 54 N/S. easygoing, enjoys the outdoors, pets, getting away on extended weekends relaxing at home, holding hands, ISO a SWF 40-60 who shares the same interests. Adf.3852 DREAMING OF YOU DWM 46. 6' 180ibs, MS. attractive, enjoys tennis, the beach, traveling, dming out. concerts, shows, movies, bowling, all sports, ISO SWF, 37 46 who shares the similar interests and is looking lor a LTR Ad#,3851 YOU CAN T GO WRONG Easygoing, very aood-looktnq Italian DWM. 50, 510", 185Jbs college graduate, enjoys antiques, dining, movies, hiking, biking. plays, concerts ISO a SF 35-55, who likes to have fun Ad# 3293 DOWN-TO-EARTH Shy DM. 32, MS, enjoys running, hAmg. movies, concerts ISO SCF, 2540. without children, MS, for possible LTR Ad#.3845 UNDERSTANDING Shy BM. 42. 62* 190lbs., black hair, likes movies, shows, live entertainment and sports, seeks SF 19-55, energetic and enthusiastic. to enjoy life with Ad#.3843 For customer service call 1-800-783-6019 ext.1922, or email us at support@nvsmedia.com. Please include x1922 in the subject line. ABBREVIATIONS D D'vorced H Hispanic A Asian S Sinaie P Professional M'S Non-smoker N* Native American O OouDie Dater D F Female C Christian W White J Jewish WW Widowed N/D Non-drinker ISO In searcn of LTR Long-term Relationship i This publication is a community, family publication Anything appearing in The Community Meeting Place must be appropnate tor all aqes. Participants m The Community Meeting Place must be 18 years or older. The Community Meeting Place is restricted to individuals seeking personal, monogamous relationships. The publisher reserves the right to edit or reject ads and voce introductions that do not meet the standards of acceptance of this newspaper This publication assumes no liability tor the content or reply of a personal advertisement Readers and advertisers may wish to consider taking appropriate safeguards in responding to ads and arranging meetings Callers to the 1-900 system will be charged $1.99 per minute, plus a 99e connection tee on their monthly phone bill. Touchtone phone callers will be given instructions on how to respond to a specific ad. browse male or lemale greetings and use Datematch For best reception cordless telephones are not recommended. Use of this column for business solicitation will be prosecuted 7-20 NA/SO 1358 PERHAPS U & I Fair-minced, sny BM 41 N-'S. ei'icys soorts. cultural events, and movies seeking SF 36-45, social dnnker. ethical and sociable A(1# 3840 CASUAL DATING!! Handsome DWM. 57, 62'. I90lbs.. brown haif/eyes, N/S. no kids open and fit. ISO SWF. 40-55. loving for walks talks, dining and dancing. Ad*.3835 YOUR INTERESTS?? SM. 37. 6 2". 220ibs . quiet at first, enjoys fishing, movies, music and the outdoors ISO SF. 29-45. honest, friendly and attractive Ad* 3834 MARRIAGE MINDED! Sincere SM, 42 59" 185lbs brown eyes. N/S. drug-free, open-minded, enjoys reading, walking, quiet times and music ISO SWPF. 22-35. N/S. drugfree. mature, medium build and honest Ad# 3832 TELL ME ABOUT YOU! SWM. 24. 511'. 150lbs . brown hair,-eyes, shy at first enjoys camping, music and the outdoors ISO a SF 18-30 wno has values, with common interests for possible LTR Ad* 3817 LET’S TALK MORE Weil-traveled WM 36. 6 22510s . w-th blue eyes, friendiy ‘ikes people, outdoor activities and barbecues ISO my girlfriend a WF. 25-45. full-figured okay, lets become the best of friends. Ad*.3689 FRIENDLY SWM. 22. 6T\ 165I&S.. brown hair, hazel eyes, athletic build, friendly, outgoing, enjoys having a good time, sailing, hiking, tne outdoors, movies. ISO SWF. 1827. who is looking for friendship ora relationship Ad# 3828 NICE GUY SWM. 48. is shy. ISO a SAF. 2542. for LTR who is nice, easygoing and flexible Ad# 3826 WELL-ROUNDED Friendly, sometimes reserved SWM, 45. 6, 180lbs, with light brown hair, enjoys working out. camping fishing, hiking, sports, theater, plays, movies and dmmg out. ISO attractive, similar. SWF 34-45. tor friendship, possibly more Ad# 3665 JUST RIGHT SWPM 46, 5'6T 135lbs brown hair eyes. is outgoing, likes lo have tun. enjoys reading, golf, sports, ISO SF, 30-47. with similar interests and is looking for something different out of life Ad# 3824 SHY GUY SBPM, 34 6'2", 232lbs„ short dark brown hair, enjoys weightlifting, people, quiet times, relaxing going out reading, long walks, company of a nice woman, ISO SWF. 23-35, for LTR who is quief and likes to go out Ad# 3814 BM. 54. 5'ir. I80lbs. black hair. handsome friendly, likes sports, movies, the beach, tennis and walking ISO petite SF 35-54, friendly. Frederick area Ad#. 3464 LETS GO OUT SPBM, 36. 6.'3". 200!bs . black hair very attractive, great sense of humor enjoys logging, sightseeing. bicycling, going out relaxing at home. ISO SF, 21-45 who is outgoing and looking for a good time Ad* 3775 HOT AND SEXY! I'm attractive, sincere, outgoing SWM, 28- I enjoy bike riding sports and movies. I am seeking a SBF who is clean-cut. honest and respectlui Give me a jingle Ad# 3804 CALL ME! SBM. 27. 6', 160ibs . handsome independent. ISO SBF, 21-35, honest, trusting, independent and loves life Ad# 3761 MULTI -FACETED Spiritual SWM 37 5 8", 188lbs brown hair hazei eyes reserved, into conversation, religion, exercise. philosophy ISO a SF 27-39. who's athletic and open Ad# 3758 A GENUINE NICE GUY S8PM, 58. 5 11'. independent affectionate, enjoys travel camping outdoors, exercise Seeking a SF, 45-60 with same interests, lor a possible LTR Ad# 3785 HOLA! Honest SHM. 32. friendly, easygoing. into foreign films, clubs walks good conversation ISO a warm, open-minded, outgoing SF, 18-34. who likes to have lun Ad# 3778 SPECIAL SOMEONE Tall dark and handsome SWM 37 5'9‘, 175ibs. into science sports, antiques, animals and kids Seeking a SF 20-55 tor friendship, hopefully more Ad# 3773 NATURAL BEAUTY Seif-employed SWM 38. I60lbs , blonde hair blue eyes iaid-back into the outdoors music dining in or out ISO of SF. 34-41 who en|cys the simple things m Hie Ad# 3749 ORIENT EXPRESS Witty SWM 49. 5 9'. 150lbs attractive warm NTS mto travel and culture Seeking a SF 2857, for friendship, lun and romance Ad# 3746 MILITARY MAN SBM, 27. just got back from overseas outgoing. ISO a SF. 21-40. honest trustworthy, fo' possible LTR Ao# 3753 COME JOIN ME Friendly, outgoing WM. 30 6 brown hair green eyes enjoys cooking, outdoors dancing and traveling. Seek-ng a SF, 20-40 to share romantic evenings and laughter Ad# 3788 IS IT U? Outgoing SWM. 35 6 2' yeen eyes, likes dining, movies and dancing, seeking WF. 29-37. who's easygoing, with common interests Ad# 3765 GROW WITH ME Outgoing SWM, 63, smoker, no k»d$. Seeking SWF 55-70, for friendship and more Ad#.377l NO GAMES, PLEASE Honest sincere SWM. 37, 5’1 r, 170lbs. dirty bkmd hair, hazel eyes, interests include amusement parks, family activities and quiet times, searching to meet a down-io earth petite SWF 33. 40 Ad# 5498 LCI 4 tUNNtCT SWM, 42, interested m learning Spanish, art, traveling, nature, diking. ISO SF, 25-41 Ad# 3738 CASUAL RELATIONSHIP Outgoing SWM, 25, 6'. 210tbs. brown hair/eyes, likes playing golt, having cigars, ISO thin SWF 20-26. to hang out Ad# 3714 A LOT OF FUN Shy affectionate SWPM, 22. 6T. t35lbs, with brown hameyes enjoys beach wafcs. picnics, hiking, boating dancing clubbing. ISO SWF 18-28. with similar interests Ad# 3731 SOUND GOOD? Humorous DWPM. 45, 6T 225ibs. with gray hair, enjoys music haHgames, walking his dog, movies, dining and motorcycling. ISO SWF 36-50 Ad# 3732 LOOK THIS WAY Outgoing and funny SAM, 28/ 56'. brown eyes, black hair,, medium buikJ. enjoys readmit walks, swimming and bike riding. ISO honest and caring SF. 29- • 29. who has similar interests, fern LTR Ad*.3725 TREAT YOU SPECIAL f Outgoing and friendly SWM, 49. 6 1'. brown hair, blue eyes* medium build, enjoys musi^T movies, sports, concerts, travel and the beach. ISO honest, car-' :ng, sincere and faithful SWf, 25-59. who has similar interests' for LTR Ad* 3719 RIGHT ONE FOR YOU Outgoing SBM. 24, enjoys' movies, music and reading. ISO honest and sincere SF, 25-50. attractive who has similar interests. tor a casual Inendshtp., Ad* 3718 DISCOVER ME Get to know this conscientious, energetic, degreed SBPM. 46,. who en|oys hiking and the out-' doors Hes searching for a SF, 40-50 Ad*.3715 •,’> THE TOTAL PACKAGE Outgoing drug and disease’* free, M'S SWM. 47. 5 lOf.j t80ibs. brown hair blue eves,' enjoys cooking, music and quiet* times at home ISO caring-, sweet, honest, and trustworthy' SF. 25-45. who is slender m build, with similar interests, fdr LTR Ad* 3708 OUTSTANDING FIND Humorous DWM 53. 5V 175ibs., blue-eyed blond. N/8-. onioys long walks, country ndes.j beach movies, Kennedy Center., museums, family, holding hands. ISO a loving, giving D'SWF, height/weight proportionate, with, similar interests, lor LtR. Ad#.3195 : . RIGHT TO THE POINT Handsome SWM, 48, 6’. I65lbs long dark hair, mustache. reserved. likes nature, cooking Seeking a SF, 25-50. easy to talk to. who wants to ling a good friend, maybe more. Ad* 3699 PICK OF THE LITTER DWM. 58, 6 2'. 220tbs. busK ness owner, enjoys theater, dm-, mg. walks, dancing, almost anythmg Looking (or a fit D/SWF, 38-46 for friendship, dating. more. Ad*. 3693 ISO MISS RIGHT WM, 39. humorous, likes concerts. travel, quiet evenings ISO an honest WF. 28-45, with r*o games, for friendship possible LTR. Ad*.3469 ISO OLDER WOMAN Attractive, fit. romantic DWM. 39,1 6. 185ibs , brown hair and eyas, enjoys motorcycling, dining out.' Seeks a sexy SWF. 45-65, to share quality time with Ad# 2819 SPONTANEOUS Slim to medium build WM, 24f 6T. 180tbs . brown hair/eyeg, attractive, caring, affectionate,' likes playng pool, comedy, outdoor activities sports, music and smgmg ISO interested SF, 30. for LTR Ad# 3682 RETIRED ENERGETIC Ball of life WM. 70 plus a few' years and he's not tried yet, likfg playing cards casinos, movies, dining out and hanging out. ISO WF, 60-74, for friendship, Ad# 3668 HOPE TO FIND YOU Educated, friendly SBM, 39, 64'. 220lbs. Hobbies include weightlifting, sports, reading, watching movies, going out and socializing ISOSF. 18-35, to get together occasionally Ad# .3678 WORTH THE CALL SBM 45. 5 9’. 180fbs. ISO a worthy, lovely SBF. 30-50. for dining movies long rides m tta country, tor possible LTR. Ad#. 3674 ONE ON ONE Outgoing SWM, 21, 5!9\ I85!bs. brown naif, hazel eyes. Enjoys just having fun. taking care of my daughter Seeks an honest expansive SWF 18-25. for a serious commitment. Ad# 3673 CALL UPON ME Easygoing built SWM. 34. 510', 18S*Ds enjoys traveling, fine dining, movies and exercismg Seeks a calm simple, pretty SF, 28-35, who loves to lauflK Ad# 3670 NEEDING YOU In-shape, attentive, comical SWCM. 48. 5'IV salt & pepptr hair, enjoys mountain bikirte, swimming, movies and learning new lhmgs ISO a SCF, 22-55, with common interests. Ad# 3667 K I AM WAITING... £ For you' Witty SWM, 38. 5'1f, 170!bs.. dirty blond hair, hazel eyes, enioys long walks, dining out, the beach, music. movr% quiet evenings at home, tstf employed, petite SWF 34-4* Ad# 3666 CALL ME SWM, 34 59'. 185ibs : short brown hair, hazel eyes and a goatee, enjoys movies, bowling, btkmg. playing pool, stargazing and camping Seeks a S/fc 2030, with simitar interests. Ad# 3664 MAKE IT WORK SBM 39. 6T, I80tbs, enjoys biking, joggmq and working out at the gym Seeks a confident SBF 18-49 for companionship Ad* 3192 GIVE ME A TRY Slim, handsome, congen/al SBM. 54, 51 r, iBOlbs.. black hair Enjoys sports, movies, the beacn walking, thealer. dining, traveling weekend getaways Seeks slim petite SWPF, 35-84 lor LTR Ad#.3656 START OFF SLOW Witty, shy DWM. 36, 546’ 200lbs. enjoys sports, movie*, music, children, staying at hotoe and chilling out Seeks amustjj, fit SF, 27-37, who enjoys kids. Ad#.3655 • HAS GOALS? SBM, 21 58 . 160tbs.. bfQwn eyes outgoing, enjoys jokihg around, reading books, runrar^j. jogging and watching sp6r!s. ISO SBF, 18-35, sharing, caring and witting to be open. Ad# 366? LET’S CHAT — SBM 24, 5‘6\ 134lb$. |$0 mature SF. 32-43, who likes golf and movies, for fun and friendship. Ad# 1441 LETS HAVE FUNI Attractive lit loving DWM. 48, 6 180ibs hazel eyes apd brown hair Enjoys the beactv movies, dining out. dancrti. ccnceris and travel Seeks SWF. 40-47, N^S, who is proportionate and lots of fun to be won Ad#.3633 DOWN-TO-EARTH M. Laid-back SBM. 20 51(T, 17&bs, student. ISO an outgoing SF. 18-23 tor fnendstop tost GIVE ME A CHANCE U Witty very laid-back SWM, At lather ot two. enjoys sports, crossword poetries, writing, tdrjg walks and hikes. ISO sweet SWF. 37 47, who has kids or enjoys them Add 3629 I MARRIAGE-MINDED , • Easygoing, caring, loving, happy WM, 39. N/S, who e'ljdys NASCAR travel the ocean, taping. ISO a comnutmem-rmndetl. humorous, compel tile WF 33 39.Ad»,3S36_^

.Obituaries Clyde Atkins Sperryuille resident '■ Clyde “Mutt” Walton Atkins, 93, of Sperryville died Sunday, July 22 at Warrenton Overlook and Rehabilitation Center. He was bom July 15, 1908 isi Sperryville to the late J&mes Walton Atkins and Maggie May Atkins. Mr. Atkins started driving school buses for Rappahannock County Public School in 1929 and retired in 1973 as the Superintendent of Transportation. In the early 1940’s, he operated Atkins Store in Sperryville until his retirement from the school system. He was a member of Sperryville United Methodist Church. Survivors include nine cousins, Julian Brown of Locust Grove, Shirley Kushner of Gaithersburg, Md., Barbara Poe of Warrenton, Strother Brown, Gid Clater and Cleo Dodson, all of Sperryville, Benny Brown of Winchester, Betty Overhulser of Palm Harbor, Fla. and P. Clater of Manassas. In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by a sister, Margaret Atkins and a brother, James Atkins, i Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday, July 25 at Sperryville United Methodist Church with Pastor Merlin W. Shorb officiating. Interment followed in Sperryville Cemetery. Found and Sons Funeral Chapel in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Gladys Willis Born in county Gladys Yowell Willis, 101, of Culpeper died on July 18 at Culpeper Baptist Retirement Community. She was bom on Sept. 22, 1899 in Rappahannock County. She was retired from nursing. Her parents were the late Weldon Yowell and Mazie Leathers Yowell. Her husband was the late Edward Turpin Willis Sr. Survivors include one son, Edward Turpin Willis Jr. of Culpeper; a daughter, Kajtherine W. Ballard of Morrison, 111.; six grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Graveside services were conducted on Saturday, July 21 at Culpeper Masonic Cemetery with the Rev. L. Starke Jones officiating. Clore-English Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Steven Kenney Front Royal resident Steven Wayne Kenney Jr., 31, of Front Royal died Saturday, July 14 in Warren Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday, July 18 at Maddox Funeral Home with Rev. Diann Whetzel officiating. Burial followed in the Flint Hill Cemetery. Mr. Kenney was born April 15, 1970 in Warren County, son of Paula Lang Elsca of Front Royal and the late Steven W. Kenney Sr. He was a graduate of Warren County High School and was employed with Rubbermaid in Winchester. Mr. Kenney was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge 4265 and the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 829. Surviving with his mother are his wife, Kimberty Mae Kenney; a daughter, Ashley Nicole Kenney of Front Royal and a brother, Eric Wayne Elsca of Rodanthe, N.C. Mary Cadd Born in Sperryville Mary Brasher Cadd, 77, of Arroyo Grande, Calif. died July 2 at her residence. Memorial services were held Friday, July 6 at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in Arroyo Grande with the Rev. Dr. Norman F. Somes officiating. She was born July 9, 1923 in Sperryville. She was raised in Virginia and was one of 13 graduates from her high school, 12 girls and one boy. She is only the second member of her graduating class to pass away. She graduated from the University of Maryland and received her Master’s Degree from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. She met her late husband, James Brasher, while attending the University of Maryland. They moved to Arroyo Grande in 1957 from San Bernardino. Mrs. Cadd taught school in Texas, San Bernardino and Apple Valley and for Lucia Mar Unified School District for more than 29 years. She taught all grades through eighth except for fifth grade. She enjoyed traveling and cooking. She is survived by a daughter, Linda McNeil and her husband Rex of Arroyo Grande; a brother, Robert Sealock of Fairfax and two grandchildren. She was predeceased by her first husband, James Brasher and second husband, Aryles Cadd. Arrangements were under the direction of Lady Family Mortuary and Crematory of Arroyo Grande. August according to the almanack For the month of August, according to the Hagerstown Town and Country Almanack temperatures will be below average with precipitation falling below average as well. Weather watch: hot, hazy, humid (1-3), with storms and warmer temperatures to follow (4-6). Fair and very warm (7-11) with showers and cooler temperatures (12-13). Warm and pleasant (14-18) while turning warmer with partly eloudy skies (19-23). Showers and warm (24-29) and fair, not So warm (30-31). Full Moon: The Full Moon ih August occurs on Aug. 4 at 12:56 a.m. EDT. . Often referred to as the Corn Moon, Sturgeon Moon or Dog Moon, in honor of “Dog Days” end that is on Aug. 11. Holidays: August signals the summer’s end and it’s soon back to school for the young ones. Prepare for a safe Labor Day holiday by giving the backyard grill one last bit of attention by cleaning off excess grease to avoid a smoky taste in foods and potential fires. Enjoy, be safe, and be sure to wear sun screen if you jjlan to be outside. ’ ■ The garden: Consider the 17th and 18th as best days to weed and stir the soil in ^preparation of fall planting. ^Harvest times are best for all crops early in the month on Aug. 3 and 4. by Randy Minter You Are Not Alone When people recall their happiest memories, they usually think of times when they were surrounded by friends or family or when they felt an intimate connection with another person. Unfortunately, as individuals age, such moments may be increasingly hard to come by. And, many older adults find themselves feeling lonely and isolated due to the death of loved ones. Living alone does not have to mean being lonely, however. Loneliness is a perceived deficit in either the quantity or quality of one’s social relationships.Conversely, some with relatively few social contacts are not necessarily lonely. Overcoming loneliness requires determination and the knowledge that making a connection with others will most likely happen if you put yourself out. Sometimes, especially during a time of bereavement, loneliness just has to be experienced as a part of the grieving process. The time to reconnect will come, even though we can feel that grief is interminable. At the Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. We understand how overwhelming one’s feelings can be amidst the chaos that often follows a loss in one’s immediate family. That’s where our experience comes in as a help and as a relief. Call us at 347-3431. “my heart is a lonely hunter that hunts on a lonely hill. " ~ Elena Macleod Be sure to see “Full Plate: Food for the Eye” By Diana Bird Rappahannock News Writer When I delight in an exhibition, as I did viewing the current member’s show at the Middle Street Gallery, feeling it superior to exhibits I see when I travel away and look at what other communities have to offer, I ask myself if I’m prejudiced. Is my appreciation of our artists warped because I know them and have had an opportunity to study their work over time? Do my feelings for them as friends or acquaintances lead me to believe they are more outstanding than thoughtful strangers would find them? I’m doubtful I can ever resolve my concerns to be helpfully objective. The pictures showing this month called “Full Plate: Food for the Eye”, perked me up with their beauty and variety. Carol Baliles large water color, “Food at Harvest 1999”, in an attractive gold frame, depicts a bright sun-bleached garden of blurred subjects. The nature of the somewhat indistinct plants suggests their transience, anticipating the fall and winter. Next to Baliles we see its opposite, a patently exact portrayal of a “Kulich-Russian Easter Cake”, oil on panel, painted by Robin Purnell. One can almost stick a finger into the cake’s frosting and blow out the candle that surmounts it. This is a symmetrical composition indicating its relation to hierarchy, the serious and ceremonial nature of the Russian Orthodox Church, here gaily rendered. June Jordan’s “Home Canning” is much more than that because as she often does, she brings the garden outside a window into the scene where bottles of beets, tomatoes, and peaches stand on a ledge. She has even painted two chickens feeding among a bright array of flowers. This is a strong, original picture. There is something suggestive of the renaissance in Margot Bergman’s oil painting, “Young Man Selling Fruits and Vegetables.” Perhaps it is his handsome, dark, regular features and curly brown hair that arouses feelings of a Mediterranean place or a Middle Eastern market. The life-sized head of the young man. against a background of produce of many colors, is arresting and challenging. There is much good humor in this exhibition. The witti est of the pictures is a cartoon by James S. Samillio “Elm Farm Ollie Day”, a water color and drawing featuring a flying cow wearing a pilots helmet and looking like a dragon fly. On the ground are some of the good things that come from cow’s milk, Swiss and other cheese, and iced creams. This picture has the characteristics of a child's delighted imagination. Two naked ladies grace the gallery walls, Margot Bergman’s “Aphrodite”, an oil painting of a reclining woman before an open window that looks into trees and perhaps a pond. About to devour some grapes, this seductive lady seems to welcome a visit. In nutural tones throughout, the picture conveys an impression of a warm, sultry summer afternoon. “Aphrodite” contrasts with Steven Kenny’s “Seed Saver. 2000". oil on canvas, portraying a woman with her back to us. Five ears of corn are woven into pulled back, long hair. The brown tassels that resemble curling hair which grow from the ends of the ears dangle against the woman’s skin in a way that must irritate her, a humorous aspect of an otherwise fairly seriouS representation of the figure. If she would only turn around! The many other inspired approaches to “Full Plate? Food for the Eye” that make up the 19 entries of this exhibition will please you. Don’t miss this show which closes at the end of July. Mrs. Jenkins expected home Mrs. Erma Jenkins is expected to come home on Wednesday, July 25 after spending three weeks in the Overlook Rehab in Warrenton. She will be spending some time with her daughter, Mrs. Alice Butler while recuperating. Members of the Washington Baptist Church who are participating in the church trip to Garden City, S.C. will leave on Sunday, July 29 and return on Aug. 3. Robert Falls of Woodville spent Wednesday with his great-grandparents, Edward and Ruth Clark and on Friday Washington By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 Samantha Falls spent the day with her great-grandparents. Happy birthday to our nephew, Gerald Frazier of Spotsylvania who will have his day on Saturday. July 28. Best wishes to Ms. Carla Settle of Rag Mountain and to Mrs. Jean B. Moffett of Washington, both will be having birthdays on Tuesday, July 31. The community was sorry to hear of the passing of Clyde (Mutt) Atkins of Sperryville. Our condolences to his family and friends. On Monday Edward M. Clark visited with his brother, Charles Clark in Manassas. Happy 17th birthday to Cassey Longyear, daughter of Walter and Susan Longyear of Fairlea Farm. She will be cele brating her day on Saturday, July 28. Visitors on Friday of Mrs. Addie Keyser and Mrs. Virginia Cloud were Mr. and Mrs. Archie Horton of New Jersey. Mrs. Daisy Scott and husband of Orange were Saturday visitors of Mrs. Addie Keyset and Mrs. Virginia Cloud. * Don’t forget this is the week of the Culpeper, Madison, Rappahannock Farm Fair. Come out and show your support for out county youth at the Culpeper Agricultural Enterprise. Have a good week! BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs 540/825-0397 1418 Orange Rd . Culpepper Brandy Station Rt. 762 825-9690 M-F 7:30-6:00 Sat. 7:30-4:00 Closed Sunday CARPET EARLY’S CARPET, INC. The One-Stop Shop tor complete Home Decorating Service Floor Covemgs • Wnto* Treatments Walpaper * Slip Covers & Upholstery Residential A Commercial Rt 211 Amtwvttte, VA 937-5500 Joseph F. Keyset Construction, Inc. Quality Renovations & Custom Homes VA Class A Contrat tor 540-675-2395 T.G. 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Bart) Wire, American Wire, Cham Link Board and Electnc, Split Rail t iMCf noting mvmm miwo Curtis Crawford Home: MO-675-3943 Pager: 399-2660 Furniture Restoration Rappahannock iFlRMUKI RkSTOR«TIOnI 540-937-6211 Fax: 540-937-7230 LAWN SERVICES CHAPMAN LAWN SERVICE Now accepting new lawn accounts Residential & Commercial Call for your FREE Estimate today 540-635-8082 PAINTING Shenandoah Painting Top of the line quality Work t»* homeowners tor over J years Satisfaction guaranteed ('all today for a free estimate Lie /Ins 540-675-221* r D-J Painting Interior & Extenor Brush & Roll Free Estimates Neat & Dependable V540-778-1209/ Piano Service i list VI OKI Tuning & Repair Certified Ti Technician FREE Estimates Don Burke (540) 675-2140 (888) 405-6509 www.donburfce.com PUMP INSTALLATION EXPERT PUMP INSTALLATION & REPAIR SERVICE Available at RAPPAHANNOCK FARMERS CO-OP Sperryville. VA 987.8555 RESTAURANT THE COUNTRY CAFE Man-Trass. 8am to 8pm Fri.-Sto.8a/ato9pm Sunday: dosed (toy of Rato 675-1066 Take out Available SMALL ENGINE REPAIR William’s Small Engine Repair A full line of service for farm equipment, lawn mowers, rototillers. weed eaters, chain saws A tractors. 540-675-2330 STORAGE SPEKKYVILLE STORAGE CO. W> Hearty 'Mor**c BnlilnlM Rcnouklc Rale* *40/9*7**07 ■I. IMS. off I S. Cl I 5PIJKRYVIUE. \'A TV & APPLIANCE GREYSTONE TV A APPUANCE Sales A Service GE S RCA Video Product* Antennas 4 Satellite Systems Rade Shac* Dealer -Kitchen Aid. Whirlpool 4 Roper Appliances US Routs ». 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Furniture/Appliances 232. Garage/Yard/Moving Sales 233. Estate Sales 236. Hay, Straw & Feed 240. Horses 244 Jewelry 248. Lawn/Garden Equipment 252. Livestock 254. Building Materials 256. Miscellaneous For Sale 260. Miscellaneous For Rent 261. Miscellaneous Wanted 262. Musical Instruments/Equipment 266. Office Furniture & Equipment 270. Penny-Pinchers 273. Pets 274. Pet Supplies/Service Please refer to category you wish to use 278 Produce 282 Recreational Equipment/Health 284. Firearms 286. Seasonal Sales Free Merchandise 290. Found 294. Giveaways 298. Lost Services 350. Business Services 355. Child Care Services Offered 356. Child Care Services Wanted 360. Commuters Corner 365. Domestic Services 370. Financial/Mortgages 375. Home Health Care 376. Home Improvement 380. Instruction 381. Career Education 383. Health & Beauty 385. Lawn/Garden 390. Personal Services 391. Miscellaneous Services 395. Services Wanted Announcsmsnts 400. Adoption 410. Announcements 420. Birthdays/Happy Ads 430. Coming Events 440. Entertainment 450. Personals 460. Seasonal Specials 470. Tributes Lsga, Motlc. 480. ABC License 490. Legal Notices 485. Bids & Proposals 492. Public Notices Employment 500. Domestic Help Wanted 515. Employment Services 545. Full Time Employment 560. Part Time Employment 590. Wanted: Jobs Transportation 600. Antiques & Classics 605. Automobiles 610. Jeeps 620. Aviation 625. Boats & Accessories 630. Campers/RVs 635. Construction/Heavy Equipment 640. Motorcycles 645. Off-Road/Unlicensed 650. Parts/Accessories 655. Rentals 660. Repair/Service 665. Sport Utility Vehicle 670. Trailers 675. Trucks/Pickups 680. Vans/ Buses 685. 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Additionally, the Commonwealth of i Virginia forbids discrimination based on | elderliness, parenthood, or handicap. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. After An Ad la Ordered* cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline for that issue. At the time of placing your ad. it Mill be read or faxed back to you for any corrections to be made. Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the paper. If it contains an error, or if you wish to make changes, call at once. No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. All errors must be reported by 3:00 p.m. Monday following the date of publication. The Times will not accept liability for its failure, for any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or setup. The Times Newspapers are not liable tor the quality of advertised products or services. We Accept £3 C3 I I n j, Rentals * 1 Apartments v .■’■■■..'..-J FURN, 2BR, patio, ok for 1-2 quiet people. Util incl. priv. entran/ drive. No pets/ smk. $800. 540-364-3348 Leesburg 2 BD 2 BA condo. 3rd fl., fireplace. W/D, pool, patio $1100/mo. avail 9/1/01 Call 703-779-4007 ** Houses _ J MIDDLEBURG: SF home 3-4 BR, 4 BA, fpl.: A/C, Remodeled, quiet, convenient. Jacuzzi 1-800595-9789, OLD ORCHARD, The Plains area, 2 BDR Farm House, 1.5BA, tucked back on private farm, $1300/mo. Call Cathy Bernach, Thomas & Talbot Real Estate 540-687-6500. Restored log cabin w/ bath kithecnette a/c elect. & wood heat, avail 8/1 $450mo 540675-3627 33 Lots A Across* WANTED: HAY or pastureland, or sm. farm in Rappahannock Co. Call 540-987-7251. r'M'M Rentals .. Mobile Homes V_ J 2 BR, 1 5 ba, mobile home on pvt. % ac lot in Amisville, Incls. ac, w/d, storage shed. Ig covered porch & car port. Perfect for a single or prof. couplp. Yard maint. incl. in rent. No pets, Call 937-3401. AVI 9/1/01 STERLING- LARGE room for rent, $350 utilities included. Call 703-444-6581 & leave message. mmm Rentals * * Townhouses v-. J LEESBURG: BRAND new TH , 2 car garage, 3 BR, 2 Vi BA, FP, W/D, network,$2200/mo. Avail now.703-777-6774. TH FOR RENT in Ashburn Farms. 3 BR, 2 Vi BA, tins, bsmnt, W/D, new carpet, $1600/mo. 703-729-7782. NEWLY FORMED LAW enforcement hunt club seeking land. Will pay top dollar. 540-8996127 or 703-246-7814 ASHBURN VILLAGE: Walk to shopping & sports pavilion. 3 Ig. BR, 2 Vj BA, master suite, soaking tub, fin. bsmnt. w/lg. office & rec. room. Over sized deck, full country porch, Ig. lot. $335,900. 540862-9038 WARRENTON, 2400 sq ft 3br, 2 5ba, LR & OR, 2 FP, FR, vaulted MBR jet tub, fin. bsmt, $279,900 + 3% agent. 540-349-4186 OPEN HOUSE, 7/28 A 7/29, 1 to 4pm. Ashburn, 43777 Steinbeck Sq. 3BDR, 2.5BA TH, brick, huge gar., 3 fin. Ms, corian, HW firs, many extras & tour online. $264,900. http://members.aol.com /farmwellhunt. 703-7291932. t11 Sale* Condo* RESTON: LG. like new 1 yr. old, 2 BR, 2 BA, supreme upgrade kit, FP, garage parking, balcony, pool. 1235 sq. ft., $279,000. 703-8244800, Julia or Tommy Avent,Remax Horizons. OPEN SUNDAY, 12-5 Nokesville --$449,000 Beautiful colonial on 5 rolling acres. 3 finished levels. 5 BR, new kitchen & BA. Upstairs laundry. Fully fenced. Barn w/water & electricity. From Gainesville: South on 29, Left on 215. (pass the church). Right on Burwell, Left on Owls Nest. Right on Greenwich Wood. Call Ben 703-869-2885. VA Square Realty S ACRE wooded building lot near Lovettsville. Beautiful country building site, $119,950. Call 540-822-4208. '97 CHAMPION, 14x80. 3 BR, 2 Ba, w/ aplnces & deck. Like new cond, must be mvd. Call for details. 540-636-3401 HIM Townhou*** v J OPEN HOUSE, 7/28 & 7/29, 1 to 4pm. Ashburn, 43777 Steinbeck Sq. 3BDR, 2.5BA TH, brick, huge gar., 3 fin. Ivls, corian, HW firs, many extras & tour online. $264,900. http://members.aol.com /farmwellhunt. 703-7291932. GAINESVILLE/ WARRENTON: Office-110017,600sf Storage13, 200sf Comb72,000sf 540-347-6965 V_ J GAINESVILLE/ WARRENTON office bldings: 2-story, 13,840sf. on 3 acs. 1 -story, 9,556sf. on 2 acs. 540-347-6965 BLUE RIDGE Emporium Antiques, Rt. 29 N., Madison, VA. Rental Special, get 1st mo. free. 3 mo. lease. No commission & no desk fees. 540-948-2255. ! wi 1 m sk 0*10 Qmrmfl .-..:^ FLINT HILL, 7/27, 7/28 & 7/29, 8-7 Aileen Rd. clothes, odd & ends. HAY FOR SALE, exc. qual cow & horse hay, round & sq bales 540547-3511 '88 4 HORSE Gooseneck trailer comp, restored Fall '99; new 2 spd jack 2/2000; 7 Vi ft tall; wood paneled int: Ig carpeted drsg rm; 6 saddle racks, 6 bridle racks Exc. cond; 2nd owner, lightly used $12,000 Call 540-554-2180 REGISTERED QUARTER HORSES A PAINTS, various ages & colors, reasonably pnced 540-937-8247 248 Lawn a Cardan JOHN DEERE RIDING mower SX 95, good condition. $500. 540349-9845 MteQ> For Sal* v... DIAMOND RING, size 4.5, platinum w/ 5 diamonds equaling over Vi carat, appraised at $1800, sell for $1500 OBO. 540-347-0762. 261 waoftMi WANTED- SLEEPER sofa, queen, excellent condition, dark colors: no plaid or bright floral. Will consider living room set. 540-788-4626 AMERICAN BULL DOG pups, ABA, reg. champion/ Johnson’s line, parents on premises. 540-854-6032 GERMAN SHEPHARD PUPS: AKC, shots, wormed, Ig. blk./tan, blk./ silver, $400. Becks Kennels 304-229-8545. •” - 1 294 Giveaway* v. . J FREE HORSE MANURE. you haul. 540-351-1625 FREE MULCH- For gardens- U Haul, 4mi. off Rte 29 on Rte 651 #6860 Sumerduck Rd, Remington, VA. 540439-2607 FREE PALLETS. 540364-1891 FREE TO GOOD home. Foxhound, 1 yr, spayed, house trained. Biddable? horse trained, needs farm to run. Please call Kate. 703217-2552 FREE TO GOOD home. Kittens, timid, very sweet 6 wks. males & females.540-788-4749 FREE TO GOOD home 5yr old Border Collie, male, neutered, needs room to run, very sweet & loving, 540-937-7189 leave message FREE TO GOOD, OBX abandoned kitten desperately needs home, calico approx. 8 wks. 540-439-2267 LAB MIX PUPPIES, females, 6 weeks old. FREE to good home. 540-349-4568 LONGING TO ADOPT We are a loving couple, unable to have children of our own, with lots to offer. Would cherish the opportunity to provide a warm, nurturing home for a baby. If you, or anyone you know is considering placing a baby for adoption, please call confidentially and toll-free at: 1-866-503-3761 ' ' ; ■> 608 AutomoMlesj Ford $2,000 BELOW BOOK!! 1998 FORD Contour GL 4 door sedan, 4 speed. Auto transmission, 4 cylinder, 2.0 Liter engine, cruise control, AM/ FM/Stereo/Cassette, center console, dual air bags, new brakes & tires, remote trunk release, power / tilt steering, tinted glass, air conditioning, aluminum / alloy wheels, lighted entry system, power locks, mirrors & windows, rear spoiler & window defroster. 83K miles. $6,650 OBO. Pleas* Call: 540-554-8294 93 HONDA ACCORD LX, 2 dr, Green, 145K mis. 5Speed, Maintenance Records, New Tires, Great Condition. $5000/obo 703-7717439. MERCURY MYSTIQUE '95.white,loaded, AC,CC CD. 93K.NEW ENGINE (2K), $4500. 703-7287173 or 703-265-2558. PONTIAC FIREBIRD 00’. mint, AT, T-top, still under warranty, flowmaster exhaust, $16,900 obo. Call 703-430-8718 VOLVO 850 WAGON, 1997, 95K, exc. cond, $12,500 OBO. 540-3644301 /--\ 610 ^ ... .. .. j JEEP WRANGLER SAHARA '99, white, immaculate! Soft & hard tops, music bar, grill guard $17,000 firm. (Blue Book) Call Jamie 540-347-6289 Parts 4k Accessories V. .J COVER THAT PICK-up bed. Fiberglass truck cap., 60”W X 88" L. Great condition. $150. 540-788-4626 EXPLORER 98 Eddie Bauer, loaded. 65K mis, leather, moon roof, 6CD, exc. cond. 1 owner. $18,500. 540-349-3965 675 Trucks /«; Sick ups CAMPER SHELL FOR '89 Dodge Dakota long bed, $250. Dodge Van '85 custom slant 6, very good cond., $3500. 540-825-8451 97’CHEVROLET PICK UP - V8, auto, a/c, 3dr, Z71, 4whl drv, goose neck ball equip, exc., $18,500 703-777-2430 DODGE TRUCK2000, V8. 23K, quad cab, at, ac, cassette, lull size, tow pkg, $19K call Kate. 703-217-2552 FORD F250 1990, exl. cab, 5th wheel, 4wd, new paint, reliable, 93K mis. $8,500 540-3476289 FORD F-150 '94, 4 wheel drive, 161 K, great shape,auto, AC, $5600. 540-347-9638 (e). FORD F250, 1989, 4X4, Lariat, reg cab. 8' bed, oversized Glasstite cap, tow pkg, 105K mis $6500 540-347-3862 or 703-814-6116 (pager) DODGE CARAVAN 1999, white, ac, am/fm cass. power everything, exc. cond.. 50K miles, priced to sell Below blue book. 540-3475238 after 6 pm 685 Vehicles Wanted HAVE AN IDLE utility or auto trailer you want to turn into cash? Looking for reasonably priced 2.5- to 5-ton tandem axle trailer in good to fair condition. 540-7884626 Full Time - Miipiuyiiiviit ATTN: WORK FROM HOME Make $35 - $65/hr FREE info booklet Call 1 -888-604-4972 AUTO MECHANIC Ford line mechanic experienced. Excellent pay plan & health ins. Come grow with us!! Marshall Ford Call David Baird Marshall VA 540-364-1548 Auto Mechanic Settle's Garage Flint Hill Call 540-675-3252 BUILDING MANTENANCE TECHNICIAN Private Country Club in Haymarket/ Manassas area seeks a selfmotivated, enthusiastic individual for routine building and equipment maintenance. This is an immediate full-time position with great benefits and positive work environment. Salary is negotiable based on experience. Please call 703-754-4125 ext. 244 for details. CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call Your Rep j TODAY! 540-347-4222 FAX 540-349-8676 DRIVERS AIRGAS the Industry leader for the production & ctet. of compressed gasses 4 welding supplies s seeking energetic, hardworking individuals to drive in the Northern Virginia area. Candidates should be at least 21 yrs. of age. Class B CDl w/ HAZMAT 4 at least 2 yrs. driving exp. w/ dean record. Team player w/ good communication 4 people skits. Co. offers competitive hourty rates starting at $14.00 4 benefits include health 4 dental, 401K, paid vacations, paid co. holidays, life ins., employee stock purchase plan 4 more. Please call 703-471-0553 to schedule an interview or FAX resume to 703027-6495 EOE Dry Cleaning Acclaim Cleaners of Warrenton Hiring, experienced dry cleaning & laundry • Pressers $10 - $1£Vhrf! 494 Broadview Ave. Warrenton 540-347-5400 Heavy Equipment Operators Construction Co. in Northern VA. Above average wages. CallJennifer © 703-572-7847 HOUSEKEEPING Part-time, $10/hour, honesty & reliability a must. Exp necessary. Fax resume to: 540-349-4242 PR/ MARKETING ASSISTANT Part-time ChildbirthSolutions. located in Marshall, VA. has an opening for part-time public relations/marketing assistant. Candidates must • have previous working experience within this field. Please call 540-364-9023 for consideration. RESTAURANT THE ASHBY INN & RESTAURANT FULUTIMK SERVER Wed. - Sat dinner. Sun. brunch Top pay/ benefits. 540-592-3900 -^1 V . "Lanie“ is a friendly 3 vr. old roffweiier/shepherd mix: she (owes other does and a fenced yard to olay in. “Fred” is a handsome, flood natured, 3 yr. old flolden retriever mix. Both does are fixed. Come see theml 540-937-3336 or 540-937-3283 fvrtie mail) Seamstress needed ♦ I/)\v to sew? ♦ Creative? ♦ Self-motivated? We have flexible work that can lx~ done from your home. Call Sarah Belle’s 540-349-4549 We’ve Got ! Northern Virginia ;■ All WrappeaUP!: Place an Ad today! Times Classified , Call 540-347-4222 or Fax 540-349-8676 Marion dupont Scott Equine Medical Center has the following vacancies: Full-Time & Part-Time • Vet Tech- nursing • Vet Tech-Operating Room • Necropsy Tech Mall resume to: Personnel Director MDSEMC, P.O. Box 1938 Leesburg, VA 20177-1938 or e:mail to: persdlr@vt.edu VA TECH is an EOE/AA Employer _committed to diversity. ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE/COLLECTIONS SPECIALIST Smith-Midland Corporation, a manufacturing company near Warrenton, VA has an open position for an Accounts Receivable/Collections Specialist. Responsibilities include maintenance of automated A/R system, posting payments, collection of past due accounts and working with large, long-term contracts, computer skills essential. Accounting degree or 3-5 years experience in A/R and collections with a construction company required. Excellent benefit package and competitive salary. Please send resume including salary requirements to: HR Department Smith-Midland Corporation P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Fax; 540-439-1232 e-mail; hr@smlthmidland.com Bids & Proposals ij INVITATION FOR BIDS: GENERAL REASSESSMENT The Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors shall accept bids for the provision of services to perform a General Reassessment of Real Estate in Rappahannock County. Competitive Sealed bids shall be accepted in accordance with § 11-37 et. seq. of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended through 3:00 PM, Monday, September 10, 2001, at the Office of the County Administrator, 290 Gav Street. Washington, 22747. Prospective bidders are invited to contact the County Administrator, John W. McCarthy, at (540) 675-3342 or at PO Box 519, Washington, VA 22747, for a complete copy of the Invitation tor Bids, issued July 16, 2001 . 7-25, 8-01-01 #386116 TRUSTEE’S SALE OF 326 SEVEN PONDS ROAD Amissvilte Virginia Pursuant to the terms of a deed of trust dated u» cember 29, 1999 in the original principal amount 3 $173 500d0°, recorded in ifie Clerk's Offfc£c*3 Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia as Instrument Number 00-12, the properly briefly describe* below will be offered for sale at public auction 11 Lot 3. Rappahannock Mountain Estates Sec- . '• tion B, containing 5.0196 acres, more or less i as the same is duly dedicated platted and re-’ J corded in Deed Book 85 at page 503 amona ! the land records of Rappahannock Countv ° ! Virginia, as more particularly described in me • referenced Deed of Trust, (the "Property’) • Resale will take place on August 13 2001 at 10:00 am at the main entrance to the burtdirS Virginia ^ C‘ C<>Ur1 °' RapPahann«* Count? Terms: A deposit in the form of certified funds in the amount of $8,000.00 is required of anv bidder at th« time of sale. Closing within fifteen (15) tayTof stih? Time is of the essence. Addrtonal terms Saybe *1 nounced at sale. Purchaser to pay all closing costs^T Stephen B. Wood and Tonya Henderson-qtie! Substitute Trustees "Bnoerson-Sti#), :!■ FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: !» Stephen B. Wood, Friedman & MacFadven Pa1' 1601 Rolling Hills Drive, Ste. 125, Richmond ICf* MOS*'e'ePh0ne (8O4>'280-OO88 ' ft 7-25, 8-01-01 #3858^

Route Driver/ Sales Person Potomac Farms/ Galliker Dairy Co. has immediate job opportunities based in the Culpeper area. Starting wage 30K plus. Excellent benefits including paid health, dental, vacation, pension and others. Previous route sales experience and Class A CDL license preferred but not necessary. Must have clean driving record. For more information call Jim 1-800-477-6455 ext. 238 _ EOE/M/F/V NOW HIRING ☆ House keeper FT ☆Front Desk FT ☆Cook FT ☆Waitstaff ☆Gioom/Stable Maintenance Nicholle Knox 540-399-1779 PRINTER PRESSMAN Experienced newspaper offset pressman needed to run 8 Goss Urbanite. Four day work week, no holidays or weekends. Plant is in Leesburg. Virginia. We otter a competitive benefit package including 40 IK. Fax Resume to: Dean Francisco Pressroom Manager 1*703-771-0036 or Call: 1-703-777-1111 Ext. 1352 (Times northern Virginia MARKETING / ADVERTISING SALES ASSISTANT Bright assistant with minimum 2-3 years experience in writing and producing sales and promotional materials is sought by President / CEO of Washington’s community newspaper network headquartered in Reston. Responsibilities also include administrative assistance to the president in national/regional major account sales and publisher relation functions. Newspaper/advertising background highly desirable. Should be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Power Point and mapping software. Qualified candidates who thrive in advertising's fast-paced environment should e-mail resumes and salary requirements to skevesQwspnet.com Washing ion Suburban Press Network SPORTS EDITOR WANTED Experienced sports writer/editor needed for challenging position leading the Fauquier Times-Democrat sports department Ideal candidate will be lively, insightful sports writer and editor, with excellent people skills and a good eye for graphic design. This position requires outstanding organ izational skills, a commitment to guiding projects through to the end and a very strong work ethic. A love of sports and a -sense of humor will come in handy too. Salary & benefits are competitive. The Times-Democrat newsroom provides a cooperative, creative environment This could be the toughest job you’ll ever love. Contact: Robin Earl, managing editor Fauquier Times-Democrat 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, VA 20186 540-347-4222 rearl®ti mespapers.com (Times NORTHERN VIRGINIA Loudoun Times-Mirror & Eastern lj)udoun-Times has the following newsroom openings. m New* Editor - Responsible for news and photo assignment*, news and feature story development, copy editing, news production and layout. Requires experienced newspaper journalist able to manage a newsroom of 10, meet a succession of deadlines, and counsel reporters on news gathering and writing. • < nnv Editor - Nit-picky wordsmith familiar with AP style and able to edit news, feature, business and sports copy quickly. • V<w« Bfnniter - Accurate news [jatlipiyr and writer interested in learning why things happen and eager to inform local residents about their neighborhoods. Apply to: Executive Editor Loudoun Times-Mirror PO Box 359 Leesbuitt, VA 20178 FAX: 703-771-0036 Email: LTMeditor@timespapres.com Northern Virginia Well Drilling has the following positions available: DRILLER HELPER (WE WILL TRAIN- CDL req.) GOOD PAY & BENEFITS, 401K, YEAR-ROUND WORK Call 1-800-845-4148 or 703-361-6859 SERVICES TO ABUSED FAMILIES, INC. SAFE A nonprofit agency serving victims of domestic violence and their children, is hiring a: Shelter Specialist (full-time) and Shelter Aide (part-time) to cover evening and some weekend hours. $8-$10 per hour plus benefits. Must have own transportation. Great opportunity to positively impact the lives of women and children. Send resume to: P.O. Box 402 Culpeper, VA 22701 or e-mail to safe.inc@erols.com by Friday, July 27, 2001. EOE ADVERTISING MANAGER/ ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE Ad Ventures, a small ad agency serving a local manufacturer and its affiliates, is currently seeking a manager/account executive. The position is responsible for managing the dayto day operations of an agency from creative development to financial decisions, determining the needs of clients, and planning advertising/public relations program within budgetary guidelines. Knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel, PageMaker or comparable software programs required. Two to three years experience in advertising/marketing and public relations management is desired, interested applicants should send resume, including salary requirements to Ad Ventures P.O. Box 130 Midland, VA 22728 Fax: 540-439-1232 E-mail: hr@ smithmidland.com Transition Specialist Announcement #HR-2084 Fauquier County Public School System is recruiting for the position of Transition Specialist. The position acts as a liaison between the secondary schools, local businesses and community agencies in transitioning special education students. Qualified applicants must have or be eligible for Virginia certification in Special Education. Candidate must have experience with special education. A master’s degree is preferred. Knowledge of vocational education and transition needs a must. To apply, please submit a Fauquier County Certified Application form to: Janelle Downes, Human Resources Manager, Fauquier County Human Resource Department, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, VA 20186. This position is open until filled. For assistance call 540-347-8668 or e-mail iidownesOlibertvhs.com. Fax 540-347-3610. EEO/AA/M/F/D LIBRARY PAGE Announcement #PL20701 The Warrenton branch of the Fauquier County Public Library is recruiting for the position of part-time Lforary Page. Pnmary responsibilities include transporting and shelving library materials, organizing books and maintaining routine aspects of equipment and the building. Qualified applicants must be detail-oriented and possess good verbal and written communications skills. At least 6 months computer experience or training and experience working with the public are needed. The ability to int approximately 25 lbs. and push heavy carts is required. Public library experience is a plus. This position will work 15 hours per week, year round. Evening and alternating weekend hours are required. Starting pay is $7.54 per hour. Interested applicants should submit a Fauquier County Classified Application Form to: Fauquier County Human Resources Department 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, VA 20186 by 4:30 p.m. Monday, August 6, 2001. For assistance call (540) 347-8668. Fax: (540) 347-3610. www.co.fauquier.va.us/services/jobs (Applications may be printed from website) EEO/AA/M/F/D (Times NORTHERN VIRGINIA Loudoun Times-Mirror & Eastern Loudoun-Times has the following newsroom openings. • NW» Editor - Responsible for news and photo assignments, news and feature story development, copy editing, news production and layout. Requires experienced newspaper journalist able to manage a newsroom of 10, meet a succession of deadlines, and counsel reporters on news gathering and writing. • Cony Editor - Nit-picky wordsmith familiar with AP style and able to edit news, feature, business and sports copy quickly. • News Reporter - Accurate news gatherer and writer interested in learning why things happen and eager to inform local residents about their neighborhoods. Apply to: Executive Editor Loudoun Times-Mirror PO Box 359 Leesburg, VA 20178 FAX: 703-771-0036 Email: LTMeditor@timespapre9.com || ESTIMATOR SmMvMkfland Corporation, a producer of precast concrete products, is sorting an sac* parienced estimator. Skills required include high level of proficiency reading blueprints, interpretation of construction specs, knowledge of computerized estimating programs. Knowledge of commercial structures including exterior cladding desired. SmtthMdland-offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package inducing, medical and dental Insurance, 401K, paid vacation and tuition reimbursement. Please send resumes including salary requirements to: Smith-Midland Corp. P.O. Box 300 e Midland, VA 22728 Fax: 540-439-1232 e-mail: hrOsmithmidland.com NOW HIRING ☆Housekeeper PT ☆Front Desk FT ☆Cook FT ☆Waitstaff ☆Groom/Stable Maintenance Nicholle Knox 540-399-1779 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/ SECRETARY Smith Midland Corporation is now seeking an Administrative Assistant/Secretary for its Sales Department. Excellent clerical and communication skills are required for the position. Benefits include 401K retirement & savings plan, health & dental insurance, paid vacation and educational reimbursement. Only resumes including salary requirements will be considered. HR Department P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Phone: 540-439-3266 Fax: 540-439-1232 E-mail: hrOsmlthmidland.com RECEPTIONIST Chantilly, VA Young, fast-growing high-tech company seeks an energetic, reliable, self-starter to join our team! Responsibilities include answer phones, greet visitors and perform a variety of administrative duties. Ideal candidate has professional appearance and friendly phone manner, previous office/clerical experience. Familiar with MS Office. EOE. Send resume to: TracerNet Corporation 14301-G Sullyfield Circle Chantilly, VA 20151 Fax: 703-502-8165 Email: careersOtracernet.com ‘FRONT DESK Full-Time/part-time ‘HOUSEKEEPER Part-Time No phone calls. Retirees Welcome. Apply Within: Howard Johnson Inn 6 Broadview Ave. Warrenton, VA Counselors & Mentors Family Preservation Services, a community based provider, is seeking qualified applicants to provide individual counseling, family counseling, crisis intervention, case management, and mentoring for the following positions: In-home Counselor: • Preferred Master's Degree Salary S32-S37K • Minimum Bachelor's w/ experience Salary S26K+ Behavior Specialist/ Mentor: • Preferred BA in human service field Salary up to S25K • Minimum AA or equivalent plus experience Salary $9-$11/hr. GROWTH POTENTIAL Fax Resume to: 540-341-8099 or call Megan Byrd 540-341-8097 Nursing • Staff Nurse - FT/PT • Unit Secretary - PT Laboratory • Phlebotomist - FT Facilities Management • Maintenance Mechanic - FT Materials Management OR Inventory Manager - FT • Storeroom Technician - FT Pharmacy • Pharmacy Technician - FT Central Services • Central Services Technician - FT Housekeeping Housekeeping Aide - FT Fauquier Hospital I OF. Send Resumes to: I he Fauquier Hospital Human Resources Department Hospital Drive. Warrenton. VA 22Htfc"i ^f40-34<)-053? • Fax: 540-341-0X23 hnmanresoiireest" f'au(|iiierhos|>itul.orc Propane Gas Industry Excellent Entry Level Opportunity We are seeking energetic people with a mechanical aptitude to seek a career in the fast paced Propane Industry. Prior experience in the plumbing, heating field a plus but not required. We will train you to the standards of the industry. Must be over 21 yrs. of age and posses a CDL-B license or be willing to obtain one. Copy of driving record needed to apply. High School diploma or GED. (after probationary period) OMedical Insurance ODental Insurance • 40IK Retirement Plan • Paid Vacations # Paid Holidays (10) • Paid Sick Leave • Safe & Team Oriented Work Atmosphere To Apply; Applications available at 8:00am to 4:30pm e Mon-Fri at 8356 Meetze Rd. • Warrenton, VA 20187 Bring a copy of driving record. EOE We offer school as a substitute teacher? Substitute teaching could be the right answer to your career needs. If you would like to be a substitute teacher, attend our substitute Orientation on Wednesday, August 8, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. at the Warren Green Building, 10 Hotel street, Warrenton, VA. Please bring two forms of identification and the necessary paper work to complete an application Our orientation lasts approximately 2 hours. Once you have completed the necessary requirements, you are eligible to begin substituting. To register, call Maggie Zinser in the Human Resource Department at (540)347-8664 THE INN AT LITTLE WASHINGTON MAINTENANCE APPRENTICE The Inn at Little Washington, one of America's most beloved inns and most successful businesses has a great opportunity for the right person who wants to learn from a talented manager in nice surroundings. Some experience in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, & painting is helpful BUT not necessary. Uniforms, staff meals, training and other benefits provided. If vou have the right attitude and want to work with dignity and respect, Call Anne @ 800-272-4466 or 540-675-3800 ext. 46 EOE The Inn at Little Washington Middle & Main Streets Washington, VA 22747 Fax:540-675-3100 THE WHITE ELEPHANT WARRENTON STORE LOCATION Wants YOU to Join Our Team!! Now Hiring Full-time SALES ASSOCIATE Mon., Tues., Fri., & Sat. or Sun. ♦ 9 -5:30 ♦♦♦♦+♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ Part-time CONSIGNMENT ASSOCIATE Weds., Fri.,'& Sat. ♦ 9-5:30 Part-time SALES ASSOCIATE Sat. & Sun. ♦ 9-5:30 ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ Contact Leslie Brockman 540-349-7825 As fun to work here as to Shop!!! PURCHASING/QUALITY ASSISTANT Glunz & Jensen, Inc., is looking for an Purchasing/Quality Assistant to work in our Logistics Department. Candidate must be able to efficiently handle all aspects of purchasing; to include creating and processing requisitions and purchase orders, negotiating price and delivery schedules with suppliers and expediting purchase orders. Position also provides administrative support to the ISO 9001 Quality Manager. Position provides back-up support to the service parts department. High school graduate or equivalent and 1-2 years experience in purchasing required. Excellent computer skills to include Microsoft Windows and Office Products. Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality standards and prior experience working within an ISO 9001 certified company a plus. Prior experience in internal auditing is a plus. A qualified candidate will be well organized, able to prioritize workload, able to resolve problems and have a professional telephone manner. Salary is commensurate with experience. Excellent benefit package. Qualified applicants should submit an employment application at the address listed below or send resume with salary requirements via e-mail to: aleddon@glunz-jensen.com. Fax: (540) 825-7525 (Attn: Human Resources) or mail to: Glunz & Jensen, Inc. ATTN: Human Resources 21405 Business Court Elkwood, VA 22718 WARRENTON OVERLOOK HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER 360 HOSPITAL DRIVE ♦ WARRENTON ♦ V1RGIMA 20186 ♦ 540-349-1919 ♦ FAXSIMILE: 540-341-0431 BOB SOCIAL WORKER Wairenton Overlook, a 115 bod JCAHO accredited Long Term Facility with a 55 bed skilled unit is seeking a Social Worker to join our team. Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s in Social Work or related Human Services field and Long Term Care experience is preferred^ & mini Wairenton Overlook is seeking dedicated licensed nurses to fill positions on all three shifts Wairenton Overlook is seeking dependable CNA’s to fill the 3pm to ii pm shift £ARN WHUXYQU LEARN Wairenton Overlook will be offering a Nurse Aide Training Class I scheduled to begin August 6,2001. Anyone interested needs to apply in person. For more information please contact Sandie Shifflett at 540-349-1919 DIETARY Warrenton Overlook is seeking an experienced creative part-time dietary aide. We offer competitive wages, bonuses, differentials, uniform discounts, health and dental insurance, credit union membership, educational opportunities, retirement plan, a caring and supportive staff, and much more.

Real Estate Directory Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded during the past week at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office. James S. Wines and wife to Jerry L. Hamman and wife, 2.3363 acres, Avery Subdivision. $12,500. Donna Jo Mariea to Clavert Lewis Clark, 3.78 acres, 7.72 acres and .17 acre. Deed of gift. James W. Wood and wife to John W Byam Jr. and wife, lot nine, 5.5389 acres, Peyton Farms, Hampton District. $75,000. James R. Shaw and wife to John C. Bennett, Trustee, .0954 acre, two plats, Stonewall District. $1,000. Diana W. Bird to Christopher Lee Bird and wife, 3.565 percent undivided interest in 204.963 acres, Wakefield District. Deed of gift. B. Lee Bird to Christopher Enjoy year-round stunning mountain views from this home. Old Rag Mountain in full view and Hazel River frontage. Property is suitable for livestock with 53 open acres. Attributes include six fireplaces, maple wood floors, second staircase to private bedroom and bath. Modeled with reproduction Monticello styled oversized bricks, attention to detail shows throughout this custom story and a half Colonial style home. Enjoy this gourmet kitchen with fireplace, bar counter and center island. Inviting master suite offers full bath with Jacuzzi, dressing area and private deck. This home offers dignified and traditional beauty. By appointment only. RP3473537 $1,400,000 540-341-3528 800-523-8846 540-675-3490 presented by Emily Henry RAINBOW-V.I.R LO Lee Bird and wife, 3.565 percent undivided interest in 204.963 aci District. Deed es, Wakefield of gift. Mountain Views Overlooking The River LAND - 21.67 acres of mature woods on the Rappahannock River. Quiet & private! Offered at $105,000. Additional pasture land available RAPPAHANNOCK REAL ESTATE RESOURCES (540)-675-1190 www.rappahannockrealestateresources.com Butch Zindel Greg Clark Butch@rapprealestate.com Q| Same Skippy, New Company! 50 acres, great hunting land..$145,000 51.8 acres, with hunting cabin.$145,000 65 acres, for hunting or your new home....$185,000 80.2 acres, near Shenandoah Nat’l Park ...$225,000 Three bedroom, two bath home.Only $74,900 Two homes on two acres near major intersection. $230,000 247 acres of paradise...$650,000 Skippy Giles Toll Free 866-341-3607 • (h) 540-675-3637 • cegiles@realtor.com Regency Each office is independently owned and operated. 540-341-3607 221 Broadview Ave. Warrenton, VA & <S3P Country Living in Virginia Regional, National and International Marketing Greenback Charming 2 story brick home on 53 acres in Rappahannock County with extraordinary views and frontage on the Rush River. The house is laid in Flemish bond and is surrounded by towering trees, mature boxwoods, flower beds, a vegetable garden, stone walls and split rail fencing. Also included is an old bam and equipment shed. The 53 acres are open in hayfields and pastures with beautiful mountain vistas. Greenback is located 1 mile from Washington, Virginia. $1,100,000 or $950,000 with 32.5 acres Frank Hardy, Inc., Realtors FARM AND ESTATE BROKERS 417 Park Street Charlottesville, VA 22901 www.frankhardy.com Exclusive Affiliate, Sotheby’s International Realty WARRENTON PIEDMONT CHARLOTTESVILLE GLOUCESTER Do you want... to sell your property in Rappahannock County or the surrounding environs? Please call us for listing guidance; our inventory is low as reflected by our sales success this year. Real Estate 111 has participated as Listing Broker, Selling Broker or both in the following transactions since January 1, 2001. • Charming Cape Cod on 2.6 acres in Flint Hill. • 8+ lovely acres w/mountain views in Peyton Farms. • Handsome mountain contemporary w/guest cabin. • 25 beautiful acres at Massie's Corner. • 10 acs in Peyton Farms w/river frontage. • Vista blue: Elegant Mansion on 62 acres w/guest house. • Charming log home in village of Flint Hill. • Spacious residence, 10 acres, pool 1 mountain views. • Delightful large home in Wildwood Forest. • Cedar home on Rappahannock River w/23 acres. • Cozy home overlooking pond on Rt. 522. • Impressive Williamsburg brick facing Blue Ridge • Investment home in Middletown, Va. 29 acs w/western views & small cabin. Upscale country home on Fodderstack Road. Victorian residence in Town of Washington. 66 acres, fabulous views & Covington River. Doctor's Office with 2 acres on Rt. 211. 10 acres w/old farmhouse, hike to Old Rag. 5+ acres in Peyton Farms with mountain view. Jnder Contract Beaver Dam Farm: 83 acres, ponds & mountain backdrop. 187 acres with stream and potential lake site. 10 acs in sought after Tiger Valley area. 14 acres in F.T. Valley w/cottage extraordinary views. Real Estate III offers the support of a large company headquartered in Charlottesville, the personal service of our local branch, knowledgeable agents and extensive advertising both in print and on the Web. Call today for a confidential and complimentary Market Analysis. Real Estate ni P. O. Box 298 • 291 Gay St., Washington, VA 22747 m REALTOR* E-mail: re3@crosslink.net 540-675-1373 KOUALHOUSMO Rick Kohler 540-937-6146 Mitzie Young 540-675-3555 Amy Sloane-Timbers 540-987-8668