Rappahannock News, September 5, 2001

123rd Year ... No. 36 Phone (540)675-3338 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2001 www.timescommunity.com 50 cents Rapp Briefs Woodville's annual town picnic slated All residents and friends of the Town of Woodville are cordially invited to attend the ninth annual "Woodville Festival" to be held Saturday, Sept. 29. Festivities include a roasted pig raised by the Tim Falls family, open microphone and stage, and plenty of great fun for everyone. The event is free and will be held from 2:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "HB's Blue Ridge Overlook" off Red Oak Mountain Road in Woodville. Please bring your favorite sidedish and drink to share, your family and friends, and your songs, instruments, poetry and tall tales. No RSVP is necessary. For more information please contact the Manwarings at 9878433, the Woods at 987-3301, or the Lights at 987-9523. EMT class to begin Sept. 6 An Emergency Medical Technician class will begin Sept. 6 at the Flint Hill fire hall starting at 7 p.m. For more information or to register call 675-3091. Benefit auction dinner/dance scheduled There will be a dinner/dance and silent auction to benefit the Rappahannock Animal Welfare League on Saturday, Sept. 8 at Windrush Farm outside Flint Hill. For more information call Sally Cunningham at 636-3308. resumes Sept. 8 Hackley’s Country Store Pickin’ Party has returned for the fall. Please bring a lawn chair, instrument and your voice on Saturday, Sept. 8 from 5 to 8 p.m. in Amissville. There will be a 50/50 raffle to help support the Rappahannock County 4-H program. For more information call 937-5373. Headwaters Board to meet The September Board of Directors meeting for Headwaters, the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation, will take place Monday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Extension Office. The meeting is open to the public. Happenings in Rappahannock •Tuesday, Sept. 11 the Rappahannock School Board will meet at 7:30 p.m. in the RCHS Band Room. • Wednesday, Sept. 12 the Washington Town Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Washington Town Hall. • Thursday, Sept. 20 the Architectural Review Board will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Washington Town Hall instead of on the second Thursday. • Sunday, Sept. 23 open auditions for the Ki Theatre production of the Shepherd’s Play will be held at Ki Theatre from 2 to 5 p.m. For more information call Claudia Mitchell at 675-2146. • Sunday, Sept. 30 the Rappahannock Historical Society’s garden party and tour, Avon Hall, Washington. For information call 675-1163. Pickiiv Party Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) And the winds blew .... Rappahannock News Photo/Barbara C. Wayland High winds and rain came through Sperryville late last Thursday afternoon. A large tree fell on the home of Jimmie Rankins on Sons Road just off US 211. Faith Mountain experienced some wind damage to a tent and merchandise they had set up earlier in the day for a holiday weekend sale. Other trees and branches were down at various locations throughout the town. Camp Fantastic children enjoy ‘Fantastic Nieht’ '«f - *»'» -i# s. , f ** ^Li-. i P. ‘ t* i£\ 4. . fJa'ji wf ' Bi Besecker and Bev Atkins Co-coordinators for Rappahannock On Tuesday evening, Aug. 21 children who were participating in Camp Fantastic at the Northern Virginia 4H Educational Center enjoyed food and entertainment provided by restaurants, businesses, individuals, and civic clubs in and around Rappahannock County. This was the 19th year that Camp Fantastic, a camp for children between the ages of 7 and 17 who are cancer patients at NIH, has been conducted. Camp Fantastic is sponsored by Special Love, Inc. Along with the 100+ campers, doctors, nurses, and 4-H teen leaders who serve as camp counselors attended camp. We work with a great group from the community to plan this event each year. This year, our committee consisted of Sandra Jenkins, Ester Settle, Jan Makela, Marie Davis, and Bruce Jones. The committee chose a beach theme for this year’s Rappahannock Night. Volunteers put together “sand buckets” that were given to each camper and contained a fish-shaped beach ball, a fish squirter, sun visor, sunglasses, a tropical pen, a tropical fish straw, and taffy. Charlotte Turnmeyer, Karla Miller, Robyn Kaye, and Jason Kaye were there with their ever popular face painting. Captain Jeff Brown came with a snow cone machine and handed out snow cones throughout the evening. Howard Massey brought and kept the cotton candy machine cranking, and Don Barney provided funnel cakes for the campers. Blues Fuze provided some “surfin’ tunes”, and had everyone dancing the night away! Sherry Hamill-Huff and assistants brought horses and offered rides throughout the evening. Many restaurants, businesses, individuals, and civic clubs once again made donations to ensure that our “Rappahannock Night” at Camp Fantastic was successful. These included: Bleu Rock Inn, fried chicken; The Public House, Pizza Hut, Melting Pot, Mountainside Market, pizza; Muskrat Haven, corn; The Country Cafe and Jan Makela, fruit; Settle’s Grocery, butter, salt and pepper, com boats, ketchup* mustard, ice cream, and bottled water; Ester Settle and Arland Welch, macaroni and cheese; The Inn at Little Washington and Rae’s Place, quiche; Rappahannock Lions’ Club, corn dogs; Don Barney, funnel cakes; Vivian Yancey, Janet Eastham, Alice Pullen, Sandra Jenkins, and the Amiss villa Homemakers’, desserts; Photo.courtesy of Bruce Jones Rappahannock volunteers presented each child at Camp Fantastic 2001 with a sand bucket of “goodies” during the Rappahannock Night on Tuesday, Aug. 21. See other photos on Page A-4. Captain Jeff Brown, snow cones; Howard Massey, cotton candy; Don Barney, funnel cakes; Betty Wharton & the Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co., Sandra Jenkins and Maybelle Gilkey, drinks; and Charlotte Tummeyer, paints. Monetary donations were secured to cover all the miscellaneous expenses involved in carrying out this Rappahannock tradition: The Rappahannock National Bank, F & M National Bank at Flint Hill, American Cancer Society, Ron and Jan Makela, Betsy Murray, Eugene McCarthy, Frances Foster, and other anonymous donors. In addition, Donna Brune, owner of Persimmon Springs Florist in Huntly, made and donated beautiful arrangements and a centerpiece for the tables. Kathy Gangel and Bruce Jones circulated throughout the evening with the camera, capturing the event for the newspaper and our scrapbook. An additional thank you goes to the 30 plus volunteers who assisted in any way with this annual event. We sincerely appreciate all the donations that made this annual event possible. We feel very fortunate to be able to participate in Camp Fantastic each year, even in a small way, and are already making plans for next year. Thanks to all of you! Sludge ordinance to be revisited By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer The Planning Commission’s August 29 work session on the sludge ordinance will result in the return of the ordinance for another public hearing. The Commissioners, supported by County Administrator John McCarthy and County Attorney Peter Luke, engaged in a paragraph-by-paragraph review of the draft ordinance, and they proposed changes that render the ordinance more restrictive, thus dictating its rehearing before the public. According to Mr. McCarthy, the Planning Commission will consider, at their September meeting, a resolution in which their proposed changes are consolidated and affirmed, after which they will set a date for the new public hearing. Because the Commission’s plate is rather full with a September public hearing on Sprint PCS’ cell tower application and with public hearings to be scheduled on the lighting ordinance, in addition to the sludge ordinance, it is not yet clear whether the sludge ordinance hearing will be scheduled for October, November, or for a later date. Ihe Aug. 29 work session was designed to afford the Planning Commission the opportunity to consider all public comment received through their Aug. 15 meeting, and to modify the draft ordinance accordingly. Commissioner A1 Henry was the first to the plate with a suggestion that paragraph A2 of the ordinance be changed to restrict the land application or storage of biosolids or sludge to “Agricultural and Forestal Districts," instead of “Agricultural Zoning Districts.” This proposed change would sharply reduce the available land for sludge application in the County but its intent, said Mr. Henry, would be to restrict the use of sludge “to those dedicated and committed to agriculture.” Mr. McCarthy noted that this change would require changes to other County ordinances, and he said that “this would be a big policy shift” He estimated that only one-tenth of the County’s agricultural land was currently in Agricultural and Forestal Districts. Mr. Luke suggested that Die restriction of sludge to Agricultural and Forestal Districts was not as defensible in a lawsuit as would be its restriction to Agricultural Zoning Districts but, he said, “it’s a policy matter.” County Attorney Luke has been extremely sensitive to the defensibility of aspects of the sludge ordinance, especially given the propensity of Synagro, a Texas-based biosolids processing and disposal corporation, to pursue its interests in the courts in Virginia and elsewhere in the United States. He provided an update on one of those lawsuits—a suit against Louisa County and its sludge ordinance—noting that Louisa County had agreed to remove the requirement for sludge application setbacks that exceeded the State requirement and to remove the requirement that Nutrient Management Plans be performed by a third-party vendor in lieu of the sludge applicator. Despite Mr. Luke’s cautionary advice, the Commission agreed to include this change promoted by Mr. Henry. The Supervisor's representative to the Commission, Ron Frazier, suggested that the change be included in the draft ordinance for the next public See ORDINANCE, Page AS Captain Brown named President of Northern Virginia DARE Chapter Captain Jeff Brown of the Rappahannock County Sheriffs Office was recently appointed the new President of the Northern Virginia Chapter of the Virginia D.A.R.E. Association. Captain Brown is a 29-year veteran of law enforcement and has i been with the Rappahannock Sheriffs Office for 17 of those years. %. This is Captain Brown’s 11th year as DARE Officer. He instructs elementary, high school and parent programs. This is also his third year as School Resource Officer for both Rappahannock Elementary and High School. Captain Brown advises' that Northern Virginia DARE is planning a gigantic DARE Day on Saturday, May 11 which will be held at the Prince William County Fairgrounds. This event will be on the scale of the Air Show which was attended by thousands of DARE students. More details will be available this spring and families from Rappahannock County will be encouraged to attend. “This event will not affect our DARE/Field Day at RCES, which is held at the end of May,” said Captain Brown.

^ '* z International Baccalaureate = high expectations for success By Rosa Crocker Rappahannock News Writer The IB program has attracted many teenagers previously considered immune to deep thought. Historical synthesis or derivative analysis or any of a number of intellectual exercises, done the IB way, can be as compelling as a two-out triple. Jay Mathews Education Writer Washington Post At the high school last fall, college admissions officers from Virginia Tech, George Mason, and James Madison unanimously cited their number one question in evaluating applicants as, “Has the student taken the most demanding coursework offered?” Locally, concerned citizens also often ask if enough academically challenging coursework is offered to prepare Rappahannock students to compete successfully beyond high school. In response to this important question, considerable research has occurred since local parents first raised the idea over seven years ago of offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. Now, with the full backing of the School Board and administration, IB application and initial teacher training are in progress. International Baccalaureate sets high expectations for students, requiring them to meet well-regarded worldwide standards. As well, IB is cited on the Virginia School Report Card as an indicator of a challenging high school curriculum. Founded in the 1960s and headquartered in Switzerland, the International Baccalaureate Organization directs its program primarily to grades 11 and 12, but the foundation for this coursework must begin in middle school and before in order to build toward fulfilling IB’s four key requirements: • Coursework in Six Subject Areas: primary language (English), modem foreign language, mathematics, experimental sciences, individuals and societies, and electives (such as fine arts, economics or Latin) • Theory of Knowledge: a class introducing the nature of interdisciplinary study • Extended Essay: a 4000 ELEGANT CABINETRY CURLY MAPLE AND HEART PINE OUR SPECIALTY IMA.OISON. VIRCSINLAA 540-923-5015 a new six-week series of evening classes 1n Tribal Bellw fcance with SynergyPanc^yeator Charmalne Lee Every Tuesday, 6 to 7:30 pm at the Washington Town Hall: Sept. 11-Oct. 16 (plus 3 choreography-oriented Wednesday nights, same time and place: Sept. 19. Oct. 3 & 19) And join us on Sunday, Sept. 23 for H1p Deep 1n the Eleaents. a one-day workshop in energy-aware Belly Dance with Charmaine. also in Little Washington. Call or check our web site or 800.5y-8.b&?8 register on the web: www.synergydance.coa Yes! □ Please enter my new subscription to: Sappahanitoch News Subscription Rates By Rappahannock.$21.("/yeaF’*^^,s- , Elsewhere in the U.S.s27.°°/year Name _ Address _ City_ State Zip_ Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Sappahaimock Nruts, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 Old Addneac This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS NewAddrac I__I The Rappahannock News (ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 188280) isl published every Wednesday1 at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $21.00 a year in Rappahanntxk; $27.00 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. word, in-depth research paper • CAS (Creativity, Action, Service): extracurricular and service activities Can students in a small, rural community succeed with demanding courses and tests assessed by international graders? Do Rappahannook’s curriculum and staff development opportunities support academic rigor? Will IB compromise other programs and serve only a few students? Answers to these legitimate questions have been sought from other schools offering IB and produced impressive answers, especially from nearby Clarke County, demographically similar to Rappahannock. While Clarke initially faced many issues in launching IB, its middle and high school students, and the division as a whole, are now reaping the many rewards of this program. Last winter, when Rappahannock hosted a school-community forum to learn more, one of Clarke’s IB English teachers predicted our students could be just as successful as their neighbors by remarking, “Our kids are no different from yours.” In Clarke, IB is open to any motivated student, with 84 percent of 9th graders and over 50 percent of 11th and 12th graders participating in IB or pre-IB courses. Students benefit whether they pursue the full cjjploma or individual course certificates, and CAS (Creativity, Action, Service) is valuable for all. Colleges report being impressed that a student attempts and completes IB classes, not just with the course grade or whether a student passes IB’s rigorous exams. Since implementing IB, Clarke students have enjoyed increased admission and ability to compete in college. Yet, college-bound or not, student intellectual development is at the heart of the educational mission, and IB’s emphasis on being well-rounded strongly supports this through its clear focus on research, reading, writing, analysis, and creativity. Rappahannock forum participants learned that IB students may earn college credit in high school at a more reasonable cost than college. Clarke’s visitors pointed out that passing an IB course exam replaces a Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) end-of-course standardized test requirement, and that IB has presented no conflict with the goal of meeting the SOLs. The audience also learned that IB exams emphasize writing and analysis versus multiple choice, the predominant format on standardized tests like SOLs, SAlk, and AP (Advanced Placement). One Rappahannock teacher, in comparing AP and IB, observed that “AP teaches students to take AP tests...IB teaches students to think,” preparing them for whatever challenges await. Clarke teachers praised IB’s invigorating effect on their students and teaching alike, noting excellent teacher training, support and curriculum guides as well as ongoing feedback through written evaluation of both student and teacher performance by IBO graders. In the face of daunting teacher shortages and competition from neighbors offering more attractive salaries, IB can help Rappahannock lure or keep experienced, qualified teachers eager for professional growth and rewards. The program can be initiated with current faculty since course requirements and staffing align closely with those existing. IB may also attract non-resident, tuition-paying students whose fees help offset program costs. For more information please call Rappahannock IB Coordinator Mary Anne Biggs at 987-8773, RCHS Principal Joseph Perine at 987-8575, or visit the IBO web site at www.ibo.org. “NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: The Town Council of Washington, VA. will hold a public hearing at it’s regular meeting beginning 7:00 pm, September 12, 2001, to receive nominations, applications or expressions of interest for the position of, and to thereafter elect, a treasurer to fill the unexpired term for the treasurer’s office. A salary may be paid. Interested parties are invited to attend and express their views. Town of Washington by John C. Bennett, Town Attorney” Dr. John McCue, D.O. is pleased to announce the opening of Mountainside Medicine, PC Opening Soon Board Certified; Family Practice; Emergency Medicine 12715 Lee Highway Washington, Va. Start the year off rightbegin 4-H this month By Hazel Zinn-Day 4-H Program Support Technician, Senior The beginning of another 4-H year is here, and it is filled with wonderful exciting opportunities for all youth and adults of our community. We „ are very excited to have three new 4-H clubs this year. They include: • A 4-H Sewing Club under the adult leadership of Barbara Wheatley will meet Sept. 18, after school, in the Extension Office. • A 4-H Hiking Club under the adult leadership of Lisa Pendleton. • A 4-H Rabbit Club under the adult leadership of Becky Thorpe and Hazel Zinn-Day. Following are the meeting dates for our 4-H clubs in September: • 4-H Cooking and Crafts Club (ages 9-19) - TBA, 3:30 p.m., Extension Office. Volunteer Leader: Vickie Miller. • 4-H Tally Ho Horse and Pony Club (ages 9-19) - Wednesday, Sept. 5, 4:30 p.m., Extension Office. Volunteer Leaders: Kim Nelson 937-7326 and Eileen Kelly 937-8275. • 4-H Dog Club (ages 9-19) - TBA. Volunteer Leaders: Elizabeth Johns 987-9040 and Lisa Reid 987-9027. • 4-H Nature Club (ages 919) - Tuesday, Sept. 11, 3:30 p.m., Extension Office. Volunteer Leaders: Roger Andrews 987-8974 and Bruce Jones 675-3152. • 4-H Shooting Sports Club - Wednesday, Sept. 12, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Volunteer Leader: Stan Dye 937-5698 (after 4 p.m.). • 4-H Junior Club (ages 919) - Thursday, Sept. 13, 3:30 p.m., Extension Office. Volunteer Leader, Bill Welch 675-3097. • 4-n uioverDua Alter School Club - Friday, Sept. 14, 3:30 p.m., Extension Office. Volunteer Leader: Elaine Kramer, 675-3143. • 4-H Small Animal Club (ages 5-19) - Saturday, Sept. 15, 2 p.m., Extension Office. Volunteer Leaders: Becky Thorpe 675-1872 and Lisa Pendleton 987-8637. • 4-H Livestock Club (ages 9-19) - Monday, Sept. 17, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. Volunt«*!r Leaders: Randall Updike 675-3747 and Jim Massie 937-5361. • 4-H Sewing Club - (ages 9-19) - Tuesday, Sept. 18, 3:30 p.m., Extension Office. Volunteer Leader: Barbara Wheatley 937-6564. • 4-H Vet Science Club (ages 9-19) - Wednesday, Sept. 19, 3:30 p.m., Extension Office. Sue Garvin 987-7206. • Flint Hill 4-H Club (ages 9-19) - Wednesday, Sept. 19, 7 p.m., Flint Hill Fire Hall. Volunteer Leader: Shannon Swain 675-2324. • 4-H Electricity Project Workshop (ages 9-19) Thursday, Sept. 20, 3:30 p.m., Extension Office. Volunteer Leader: Michael Besecker 6361725. • 4-H Poultry Club (ages 919) - Saturday, Sept. 22, 2 p.m., Extension Office. Volunteer Leader: Becky Thorpe 675-1872. • 4-H Junior Garden Club (ages 9-19) - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 3:30 p.m., Extension Office. Volunteer Leader: Carolyn Emerick 675-3575. • 4-H Honor Club (by invitation only) - Wednesday, Sept. 26, 3:30 p.m., Extension Office. Volunteer Leader: Diana Corbin 547-3452. • 4-H Performing Arts Club (ages 5-19) - Thursday, Sept. 27, 3:30 p.m., Extension Office. Volunteer Leader: Evelyn Oyster, at 937-2128. • Amissville 4-H Club (ages 5-19) - Thursday, Sept. 27, 7 p.m., Bethel Baptist Church. Volunteer Leader: Jennifer Gray 937-3899. • 4-H Hiking Club (ages 919) - TBA. Volunteer Leader: Lisa Pendleton 987-8637. • 4-H Rabbit Club (ages 919) - TBA. Volunteer Leaders: Becky Thorpe 675-1872 and Hazel Zinn-Day 937-3185. • 4-H Woodworking Club (ages 9-19) - We are in need of a volunteer leader for this club. Call if you’re willing to help. • CCLC After School 4-H Club - For children already enrolled in the CCLC program. Volunteer Leader: Becky Thorpe 675-3237. If you are interested in joining a 4-H club, please call the Extension Office at 6753619. Other upcoming events • Virginia State Fair will be held in Richmond - Sept. 27-Oct. 7. • Grandparent/Grandchild 4-H Camp will be held Sept. 14-16 at the Northern Virginia 4-H Educational Center. The cost is $110 for each grandparent/grandchild combination and $55 for each additional child. The fee covers lodging, meals, and program costs. This camp is for grandparents of all youth ages 5-12. For more details and a registration form, please call the Rappahannock County Extension Office. If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in any of these activities, please call (540) 675-3619 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, five days prior to the event. Homework help and tutoring at the Center Rappahannock’s teen center, Club Getaway, may soon offer after school math tutoring and homework help at the club’s Black Kettle location. Local resident and math whiz, Mary Walsh, has volunteered to provide two two-hour sessions weekly on math SAT preparation and math homework assistance. Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? 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Membership in the club is available at no cost to all County teenagers, from thirteen through high school, and teens must become members to be eligible for participation in the tutoring and other programs. Teens (or their parents) interested in the tutoring program, and adults interested in becoming volunteer chaperones should call Jerry Ochs at 987-3311, or e-mail rappbazaar@yahoo.com. It’s... so simple, so timely, so important. It’s classified.

JAMBOREE: Eagle Scout Phillip Thomas, Troop 36, Washington, is visited at his campsite by Darrow Kirkpatrick who served on the headquarters chaplain staff. Kirkpatrick and Thomas attend Scout Jamboree Captain Darrow Kirkpatrick and Eagle Scout Phillip Thomas were two of 40,000 scouts and troop leaders and staff members that . attended the 2001 Jamboree. The 2001 Jamboree were held a,at Fort A.P. Hill near Bowling Green, July 23-Aug. 1. Activities at the Jamboree included archery, air rifle shooting, bike-a-thon, buckskin games, confidence course, motorcross, pioneering, rappelling tower, trapshooting, ■.fishing, aquatics, scuba diving, 5-K run, activity patch segment, and the merit badge - midway. * While at the Jamboree Thomas earned five segments to go around his Jamboree . patch, 5-K run, Duty to God, Outback Center, Activities, and Action Centers. He earned his Soil and Water Conservation and Computers , Merit Badge. He also earned ; his Conservation Patch for completion of the conservation trail. The 5-K run boys were divided in four regions. Thomas ran in the Southern region and came in 11th out of about 5,000 runners. He said “it was fun” and had a great time. Phillip Thomas is a senior at Rappahannock High School this fall and is the son of Roy and Betty Thomas of Sperryville. Kirkpatrick, who acts as an adviser to local Life Scouts on their way to Eagle, served as the Christian Science Chaplain for the Jamboree. He worked alongside over 100 other Chaplains of all faiths who ministered to the some 40,000 scouts, their leaders and Jamboree staff, holding church services, visiting the well and sick, counseling, and assisting scouts in earning the Duty to God segment for their Jamboree patch. www.Rappahannock.com equals County tourist map By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer Thanks to the unflagging efforts of Beverly and Hal Hunter, with the assistance of Pam Owen, John Burns, Terri Lehman, Phil Irwin, Cheryl Kellert and Piedmont Press, Rappahannock County visitors have a clickable online map of County attractions (with a printed map not too far behind), and residents have a means of finding those farms, wineries, eateries, and lodgings that they may not have known existed. The map on the www.rappahannock.com web site is organized by feature and by town, and links from the detailed, town-centered maps bring the County surfer to a description of each featured establishment’s offerings, location, and hours, days, and months of operation. No longer will the internet-connected shopper need to pick up the phone to find out when a shop is open or where an orchard is selling its fruit—a click or two should do that for you. The concept for this interactive map was inspired by The Washington Post’s feature and map on JENKINS ORCHARDS Quality Fruit Smites. Watch tor signs. Woodville C540J 987-8192 WANTED^ history. Rappahannock County farms, but it goes a step or two beyond. This map is dynamic, and can be updated easily to reflect changes in existing establishments or to add new County ventures and it will undoubtedly evolve as more and more interest is expressed by visitors and by business owners. Take a peek at www.rappahannock.com, and thank the Hunters for yet another volunteer effort done well. Shorin-Kyu OKltfAWAtf I'WHnssday at Ki 11m Thursday, sept. 6th OPEN MIC Friday, Sept. 7th Donna & David Saturday, Sept 8th Wlshar SUMMER HOURS: How open Than. FrL. Sat & San. 5:30 to close Family Dining 6 Fine Mask 540-987-3162 www.blaamooncafo.coai Tim Kaine announces Environmental Endorsement during question session On Sunday evening, Aug. 26, Tim Kaine, candidate for Lieutenant Governor met with over 100 voters from Rappahannock and several surrounding counties. In last week’s issue of the Rappahannock News Daphne Hutchinson covered the meeting and his opening remarks. The second part of her article covering the audience question session follows: Taking questions from the audience, Kaine addressed: 1) Environmental protection: Kaine reported that his endorsement by the League of Conservation Voters would be announced this week. This support comes on the basis of his record ? protecting open space, cleaning up the James River, breaching the river’s dams so migratory fish can go upriver and facilitating the adaptive reuse of old buildings as an antisprawl strategy. 2) Funding for education: Rather than raise the top end of the income tax scale and divert that money to education, Kaine advocated the state returning budget surpluses to localities for education, thus enabling cities and counties to “share in positive economic times.” 3) The elimination of the car tax: This was a promise made to the voters of Virginia, and if government is to have the confidence of the people, promises must be kept, Kaine advised. “But we should carry through exactly as the promise was made.” The car tax was to be phased out as new revenue came in; however, when the revenue wasn’t there, Governor Gilmore and the Republicancontrolled General Assembly decided to phase it out anyway, he said. 4) Flexibility for local government: Kaine supported limits, though not an overturning, of the so-called Dillon Rule, !■ m Mi 1 f " ■nrm^ Photo courtesy of Franae Schroeder TOWN GATHERING: Tim Kaine and his son, Woody with Rappahannock Democratic Chairperson, Meredith Gorfein at the Town Meeting held on Sunday, Aug. 26. Over 100 attended. which reserves for the state any powers not specifically granted to local governments. Speaking from his experience as a two-term city councilman and two-term mayor, Kaine said that state government “continually crafts regulations that make it difficult for local governments to do what needs to be done. In Virginia, we don’t need such a strict and tight rule on localities. The state should move out of the way and let the people closest to the issues decide how to solve the problems.” 5) A bottle bill: Informed that a bill will again be introduced in the next session of the Virginia General Assembly to require a deposit on beverage \enkins Tree Service & Landscaping Fully Insured Bonded Trimming • Topping • Take Downs • Stump Removal Mulching • Fertilizing • Root Feeding • Spraying Lot Clearing • Cleanup • Quality Work C.R. Jenkins Excavating PO Box 331 540-987-9048 Sperryville, VA 22740 t i,m- I -,l 's • \\i s.-rvii ■ - Ml Ml > ■ \ A HjCOaEQ For information on: • Purchasing • Bookings • and/or Parties caii Cindy Nicholson Designer “Win FREE merchandise” • Christmas catalog has arrived! 540-937-5576 _email: cdrhill@aol.com iso price increase for Dozens of varieties (some new colors) Dir.: U.S. 211 adjacent to W. Rappahannock County High School, behind Christmas Tree Farm. Watch for sign. ^540-987-8804 Chipmunk Hollow Going-Out- Of- Business - Sale Now in Progress Due to the sale of our store, we must liquidate our entire inventory immediately. All merchandise will be sold at our cost. Hundreds of gifts, Christmas and decorative items, all top quality. All antiques and furniture will be sold at Culpeper Auction Co., date to be announced. Christmas Shop early, don’t be left out! All Sales Final • Cash or checks only Hours: 10 am-5 pm Closed Tuesdays and Saturdays 540-987-8518 containers, Kaine said he had a “favorable inclination” towards such legislation but would want to examine the issues more closely before taking a position. For local information call Meredith Gorfein 675-3515. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AND PLANNING COMMISSION RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA Pursuant to Sections 170-108.5,170-108.6,170-108.16 and 170-129 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission for Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public hearing at their regular meeting on Wednesday, September 19, 2001 at 7:30 p m. at the Rappahannock County High School Auditorium to consider its recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on the following applications: Applications for Personal Wireless Services Facilities Use Permits and for Amendments to the Comprehensive Plan of Rappahannock County PWSFU Permit #01-08-01 PWSFU Permit #01-08-02 PWSFU Permit #01-08-03 PWSFU Permit #01-08-04 Application by Sprint PCS to construct a 199' monopole Category 4 facility on property (referred to as “Duxbury Isthmus”) owned by Robert A. and Joan M. Duxbury on Tax Map 33, Parcel 62, zoned “A"-Agricultural, located on Weaver Road in Amissville, Jackson District. Use allowed and regulated under Article XII, Section 170-108.1, et seq. of the Rappahannock County Code. Application by Sprint PCS to construct a 80’ monopole Category 4 facility on property (referred to as “Nicholson Slope”) owned by Eugene W. and Evangeline F. Nicholson on Tax Map 32, Parcel TB, zoned “A’-Agricuftural and *C"-Conservation, located on Lee Highway in Amissville, Jackson District. Use allowed and regulated under Article XII, Section 170-108.1, et seq. of the Rappahannock County Code. Application by Sprint PCS to construct a 80' monopole Category 4 facility on property (referred to as “Eastham Slope”) owned by Louise Fletcher King Eastham on Tax Map 22, Parcel 28, in the Mulky Mountain Agricultural and Forestal District, on Ben Venue Road in Washington, Jackson District. Use allowed and regulated under Article XII, Section 170-108.1, et seq. of the Rappahannock County Code. Application by Sprint PCS to construct a 90’ stealth silo Category 2 facility on property (referred to as “Rose Hill Silo”) owned by Thomas B. and Aney M. Massey on Tax Map 20, Parcel 49, zoned “A"-Agricultural, located on Lee Highway in Washington, Hampton District. Use allowed and regulated under Article XII, Section 170-108.1, et seq. of the Rappahannock County Code. PWSFU Permit #01-08-05 Application by Sprint PCS to construct a 90’ stealth silo Category 2 facility on property (referred to as “Milter’s Silo’) owned by D. Brooke and Ann Milter on Tax Map 29. Parcel 9, in the Haskell Agricultural and Forestal District, on Lee Highway in Washington, Hampton District. Use allowed and regulated under Article XII, Section 170-108.1, et seq. of the Rappahannock County Code. PWSFU Permit #01-08-06 Application by Sprint PCS to construct a 80’ monopole Category 4 facility on property (referred to as “Welch Slope’) owned by Artand F. Welch on Tax Map 21, Parcel 35, zoned “A“Agricultural and “C"-Conservation, on Zachary Taylor Highway in Flint Hill, Wakefield District. Use allowed and regulated under Article XII, Section 170-108.1, et seq. of the Rappahannock County Code. PWSFU Permit #01-08-07 Application by Sprint PCS to construct a 100’ stealth silo Category 2 facility on property (referred to as “Huntly Silo") owned by Arland F. Welch on Tax Map 5, Parcel 16D, zoned “A"Agricultural. on Little Long Mountain Road in Huntly, Wakefield District. Use allowed and regulated under Article XII, Section 170-106.1, ef seq. of the Rappahannock County Code. The requested facilities are also the subject of proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan of Rappahannock County (adopted July 6,1998) in the form of a map, following the format of mapping contained elsewhere within the Plan, showing the location of any approved facilities, to be inserted at Chapter 5, Public Utilities, and entitled “Personal Wireless Services Facilities.* A copy of the foregoing applications is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and is available for public inspection, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Planning Commission may adjourn and reconvene such public hearing from time to time. The Planning Commission will announce fte time, place, and date for any such continued meeting at the public meeting where the adjournment occurs. The Board of Supervisors shall hold its hearing on these applications at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 1, 2001 at the Courthouse In Washington, Virginia unless the Planning Commission shall have tailed to act, in which event their hearing(s) shall be continued until such time as the Commission shall have rendered their dectston(s) The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any cither parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Board of Supervisors, c/o PO Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. BY. John W. McCarthy. Zoning Administrator 9/5/01-3T

Camp Fantastic 2001 £E Captain Jeff Brown and Dave Hilty serve up snow cones. ....... 1 ... ■in- ... i ^amamsamssumMam Campers enjoyed Rappahannock Night at Camp Fantastic 2001. Blues Fuze entertained the campers all evening. L—_____y.m _I Com Dog making is a work of art and Yogi Bear and Bob Metcalfe are now claiming the official titles as “Servers of the Year.” Ladies ready to serve were left to right: Ester Settle, Charlotte Nichols, Jan Besecker, Alice Pullen, Arland Welch and Marie Davis. Lions ready to serve left to right: Carson Johnson, Mike Leake, Buck Payne and Gary Settle. Other Lions not pictured on this page but helping in various capacities were: Hal McDermott, Joel Daczewitz, Mike Mahoney, Bruce Jones, George Sharp, and Franklin Warner. Photos Courtesy of Bruce Jones ^ Is that our Commissioner of Revenue - Beverly Atkins sporting a new look? Carson Johnson is always willing to help - but another dozen corn dogs? Face painting is always a big hit by Karla Miller.

A special night Opening night was a special night at the RCHS gymnasium. The banners that were won by last years’ athletic teams were unveiled in the gym during a brief ceremony. Prior to the unveiling, the RCHS Athletic Director, talked about “.looking back to see where you were from, to get an idea of where you need to go...” Those remarks were followed with the introduction of two former coaches from the RCHS girls’ basketball teams that won the Division 9 Championship in 1962-63. Mrs. Aline Johnson and SENIOR: Gwen Johnson (21) scores two points against Luray as Ryisha Cook (10) and Rachel Sharp (20) look to assist. This week in sports By Jon Smythe Athletic Director Fall sports began in earnest with the first week of school. The Girl’s Basketball Tbams opened their season and the Cross Country Team ran in the big Stonewall scrimmage at the New Market battlefield. Back to school means renewed excitement for the students and the athletes were no exception. Girls’ basketball It was opening night for girl’s basketball this past week and it was obvious summer wasn’t over. Although the RCHS gym was as hot and humid as the weather could make it, the Lady Panther Varsity turned up the heat even higher when the visiting Lady Bulldogs from Luray arrived. It’s been a long time since three Lady Panthers scored in double figures and who knows, maybe it never has occurred. Nevertheless, the Varsity team showed the home crowd that they were going to be treated to some pretty good girls’ basketball this season. Senior Amanda Weakley led the way with 19 points for the home squad and junior Rachel Sharp, in her first game as a Lady Panther, contributed 16 points. But it was the driving energy of senior point guard and Captain Gwen Johnson that was the catalyst for the action. Scoring 11 points and attacking the Luray defense, Johnson’s on-court leadership was extremely impressive. When the game in the “Sweatbox,” ended it was Rapp 59 and Luray 36. After the game, Head Coach Mike Dayton said, “It was a total team effort and a great way to start the season.” The junior varsity had a tougher time of it then the varsity. Spotting the visiting Luray girls to a 16 to 2 initial lead, they couldn’t recover and make up the difference. Freshman Mattie Nawrocki led the JV Lady Panthers with six points and Molly Burke, Hope Jacobs and Anna Kreyling each added four. The JV lost to Luray by the score of 37 to 20. Prior to the JV and Varsity contests last Tuesday, Aug. 28 the first ever Junior Panther girls’ team played their first game of the season. Led by 8th graders Lisa Maloney and Daniela Siccardi with nine and six points respectively, the Junior Panthers won their home opener over the Luray 8th grade team 24 to 12. Thursday, Aug. 30 saw the Page County High School Panthers come to RCHS. The “Valley Panthers” brought a couple of good teams to town for another hot night of basketball in the “Sweatbox.” The Lady Panthers from Page were a tough and talented squad and the game was a fight from start to finish. Falling behind by four in the first quarter, the Rapp side fought tooth and nail to gain the win. Gwen Johnson led all scorers on the night and played a game to remember, with 24 points and numerous key steals to keep the game close. It was a tough loss as the Varsity side fell to the Page squad 53 to 46. Amanda Weakley added 11 points and senior Jessica Nawrocki had seven rebounds for our Lady Panthers. After the loss, Dayton said, “It was a disappointing loss, but we played hard. The difference tonight was our missed layups and foul shots. Now we must learn from our mistakes, put this behind us and get ready for Central High School next Tuesday.” It was more of the same for the junior varsity as they faced the JV Lady Panthers from Page earlier in the evening. Spotting the visiting Page girls a 19 to 0 lead before scoring their first bucket, the Rapp JV played the opposition even up the rest of the game. The final score was Page JV 41 and RCHS JV 20. Sophomore Laura Maloney led the Rapp girls with eight points on the night. Freshman Anna Kreyling threw in six for the home side. Ki Theatre Poetry Coffeehouse planned By Roger Klinger Rappahannock News Writer Join Ki theatre for a special evening, a celebration of contemporary and ancient poetry, performed in a relaxed, coffeehouse setting on Saturday, Sept. 29 at 8 p.m. Our second president, John Adams once stated that “you will never be lonely with a book of poetry in your pocket”! Ki theatre welcomes everyone to take poetry out of the pocket and enjoy the pleasure of live performances and community. Featured artists will include a special performance by Dr Barry Sultanoff, M.D., a renowned, holistic doctor, artist, author and troubador; Carla Theodore, Roger Klinger, Mark Willcher and an open mike time where members of the community can bring a poem to the stage. “out beyond ideas of right and wrongdoing there is a field-l’ll meet you there and together, we shall let the beauty we love be fully what we dare” Rumi Join us for an evening where we will celebrate the beauty of poetry. Poetry has been called the language of the soul and we welcome you to join us for a rich and soulful evening, celebrating the works of Mary Oliver, Rumi, Roethke as well as personal poems from the lives of the performers. Light refreshments and popcorn will be served at the theatre. Seating is limited so please make reservations as early as possible. For reservations, call Roger Klinger at 540-937-3803 or tickets can be purchased at the door on a space available basis. Ticket cost is $8. Cross Country The cross country teams are literally, off and running. It was difficult to energize this group prior to school with coaching changes and new runners everywhere, but after a week of school, they’re off the ground and starting to take shape. A small group of mostly first-time runners participated in the Stonewall scrimmage last week with veterans, senior Phillip Thomas finishing 7th out of 110 runners for the boys and junior Elaine Smith leading the female runners for the RCHS team. On Thursday, Aug. 30 the teams competed in a quadmeet at Page county High School — the reigning single “A” State Champions. Also participating were Strasburg, William Monroe, and Broadway High Schools. Thomas finished fifth to lead the Rapp side with a respectable 18:46 time over the wet and slippery three mile course. Smith led our female runners with a time of 26:40 and a eighth place finish among the girl runners. 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All 13 of last years’ softball players watched with pride and excitement as their Region Championship and State Championship banners were unveiled. Their excitement peaked with wild screams as a 4’ x 8’ picture of the State Champions was unveiled and took it’s place on the gym wall. FORMER COACHES: Mrs. Aline Johnson makes remarks as Mr. Jon Srriythe and Mrs. Margaret Ann Wayland look on. CHAMPIONS: Members of last seasons’ State Champion Softball Team celebrate at half-court during ceremony. Scout School Night registration slated Cub Scout Pack 123 will hold a School Night registration on Tuesday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. Boys in grades one through five who would like to learn more about Cub Scouts are invited to attend the meting in the Rappahannock County Elementary School cafeteria. 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-ftappabannocfe JSetos— 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, SEPTEMBER 5, 2001 Our View Overdue honor Those whose education was interrupted by World War II qualify for a state diploma Earlier this year, the Virginia General Assembly sought to honor our veterans of World War II by passing a Senate Bill 1210, designating Sept. 37, 2001 as Virginia World War II Veterans Appreciation Week. SB 1210, which was sponsored by then-Senator, now U.S. Representative Randy Forbes (R), also included a very meaningful provision: the Commonwealth of Virginia World War II Veteran Honorary High School Diploma, which would be issued by the Board of Education. This diploma would be presented to veterans who did not complete their high school education because they were drafted or enlisted in the armed services during World War II, and were unable to resume their high school education upon returning to civilian life. The diploma recognizes “the personal sacrifices made to ensure the safety and security of our country and mankind,” and acknowledges “a lifetime of learning and achievement.” At its July meeting, the Board of Education adopted the guidelines for the application process and the award of the diplomas. Any eligible veteran may apply for the diploma by filing an application with the Board of Education including the following: • The veteran’s full name • Branch of service • Dates of service • Location of last school attended • Indication that the veteran was unable to resume his or her high school education upon returning to civilian life. This information may be submitted by the veteran, his or her family, or by any veterans’ organization on his or her behalf. This statement should be mailed to Office of the Board of Education, Virginia Department of Education, RO. Box 2120, Richmond, Va. 23218-2120. 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, RO. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747 EMAIL: bwayland@timespapers.com Rappahannock Today Rappahannock News Photo/Barbara C. Wayland Jerry Kilgore, Republican candidate for Attorney General was in the Town of Washington on Friday, Aug. 31. He has visited every county in the Commonwealth and says he plans to return to Rappahannock before the November election. Pictured with Candidate Kilgore is Susan Longyear of Washington, owner of Fairlea Bed and Breakfast. Letters Appreciation expressed for library program I would like to express my appreciation for the wonderful summer reading program presented at our public library. Jenny Glenn, the children’s librarian, created a new and exciting atmosphere every week to the theme of “Odyssey”. Many talented artisans, including Jenny herself, wove fabulous tales through storytelling, puppetry, and music. As a parent, I am thankful for the quality program that entertained and inspired my children week after week. As a teacher, I know and appreciate all the behind the scenes work needed to create this reading extravaganza. I also know what a wonderful academic experience this was for all the children involved. It takes a talented and devoted person to create such a nurturing and inspiring environment. Jenny’s love of reading and books encouraged us all. Thank you Rappahannock County Library. Thank you Jenny. Barbara Wheatley Amissville “Spare me the tune”, more on the rebel flag With the rhythmic “chaching” of a nearby cash register on percussion, Ben Jones winks at his local audience and sings the blues for the wretched, gravely misunderstood confederate flag. And the chorus goes like this: “Don’t assume when you see a rebel flag that it is some divisive display of bigotry.” Spare me this disingenuous tune. An obviously intelligent and knowledgeable history student, Mr. Jones knows that assumptions aren’t necessary. The rebel flag is the enduring symbol of a tragic attempt by an agrarian ruling class to preserve for its own benefit, at enormous human cost, a failed, morally corrupt network of social and economic institutions. Poor white southerners, my ancestors among them, suffered along with African Americans, sacrificing blindly for that ignoble cause even when its success would have reinforced their own dire circumstances under an oppressive regime of free labor and racial polarization of working people. Sorry, Ben, but southerners, white and black, have more than ample cause to be offended. As to the invocation of the Holy Cross as a similarly misused cultural symbol, all I can say is Holy #$©#%%! My grandfather, a white southerner and man of the cloth, is surely turning over in his grave. As one of those “touchy feely southern liberals” of whom Ben is so dismissive, granddad would have seen the difference right off: the Holy Cross, a symbol of sacred virtue, is sometimes misappropriated by misguided souls toward their own evil ends. The rebel flag, on the other hand, was all about something evil from jump street. Quaint rationalizations and revisionist attempts to sanitize its image do not change this hard historical fact. Giving him the benefit of the doubt, Ben is guilty of a common impulse on the part of all Americans, not just southerners (although, being southerners, they’re better at it), to romanticize anything remotely connected to the bloody War Between the States (and I wouldn’t dare refer to it as anything else). Query, for example, whether he would propose that the sacrifice of their lives by millions of conscripted German foot soldiers should somehow convert the Swastika into so much symbolic tofu. In any event, as former Tfexas Governor Ann Richards was fond of saying, “you can take a hog, paint lipstick on her, and call her Monique, but she’s still a pig.” She got that from Jim Hightower, another “touchy feely southern liberal,” and once told me personally I could use it whenever I felt it was appropriate. Respectfully Ben, this is one of those occasions. Lewis Gardner Sperryville See More letters on Page A7 From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News Down Memory Lane 40 YEARS AGO Sept. 7, 1961 Rappahannock County Schools opened Friday for a half day and re-opened Tuesday after Labor Day for a full day. Enrollment figures for the entire county are not available at his time but H.B. Winfrey, principal of the high school, said there were approximately 290 students enrolled in that school with about 85 in the eighth grade which is divided into three sections. Mr. and Mrs. William Printz of Amissville "left Aug. 7 for a four-day trip to Atlantic City, N.J. They will attend the Miss America Beauty Contest while there. Mr. Printz was awarded' the trip by People’s Life Insurance Company, where he is employed, for being one of the top 150 agents of the company. A tented circus touring the Eastern United States will make a one-day appearance, Sept. 12 at the Flint Hill Fire Department, it was announced by M.R. Bradford Jr., secretary of the fire company. Castleton Beauty Box operated by Nora Groover at the Old Thorn House ran an opening special. A $15 permanent would be available for the month of September for only $10. Mrs. B.R. Cox is taking a Trailways Deluxe Autumn Fall Foliage Tour through the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina and other points. The bus will leave Washington, Va. on Oct. 12 and the tour will lasts four days and three nights. 20 YEARS AGO Sept. 3, 1981 George T. Grimsley retired effective Sept. 1 after working for 33 years with the Virginia Department of Highways as an equipment operator. He was given a wrist watch by his fellow employees and received a certificate from Maintenance Superintendent W.D. Bywaters. If the county supervisors give their stamp of approval, the Rappahannock Recreation Authority will be awarded a $63,837 matching grant to transform the recreation center across the highway from the town of Washington into Rappahannock County Park. The Virginia Commission of Outdoor Recreation has already approved the grant. The only obstacle still remaining before formal approval of the award is given in Richmond on Sept. 22 is securing a promise from the supervisors that they will “take title to assume responsibility for the Rappahannock County Park.” Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Hawkins of Washington celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with relatives and friends at a dinner and dance given by their children on Aug. 22 at Amissville fire hall. In addition to their children, they were joined by approximately 80 guests. 10 YEARS AGO Sept. 5, 1991 Wakefield Country Day School, the Huntly institution that begins classes this week, announced it has received a gift of $100,000 from an anonymous donor who called the school last Wednesday. The only condition of the donation is that a voluntary religion course be made available to all students who wish to take it during the 1992-93 academic term. Pat and Dick Helmer have recently returned from Europe, where they visited with several of their grown children. These were six of the nine former exchange students who have lived with the Helmers during the past 10 years. This year they will welcome a German exchange student Torsten Oppel to '4heir Castleton home. Alice Reeve was featured in a photo as one of the many Rappahannock volunteers at Camp Fantastic at the 4-H Center near Front Royal two weeks ago. '' COMPILED BY BARBARA C. WAYLAND Photo courtesy of Sally Keyser OUT-OF-THEATTIC: The Three Sisters, Sally, Ruby,and Rebecca Dwyer taken in the ‘ 1930’s.

More Letters Appreciation expressed for “Fantastic” night We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who played a part in this year’s Rappahannock Night at Camp Fantastic. Once again, it was a huge success! t’he committee - Sandra , Jenfcins, Marie Davis, Ester • Settle, Jan Makela, and Brute Jones - were invaluable in planning this event. Charlotte Turnmeyer, Kada Miller, Robyn Kaye, and*Jason Kaye offered face paiating. Captain Jeff Brown wasr there with a snow cone machine and kept the snow congs coming all evening, Howard Massey brought and ran the cotton candy machine, and! Don Barney provided funnel cakes. Entertainment was provided by Blues Fuze. Sherry Hamill-Huff and her assistants offered pony rides throughout the evening. Kathy Gangel and Bruce Jones were our photographers. The many restaurants, individuals, and civic clubs who made donations include: Bleu Rock Inn, The Public House, Pizza Hut, Melting Pot, Mountainside Market, Muskrat Haven, The Country Cafe, Ron and Jan Makela, Sandra Jenkins, Maybelle Gilkey, Settle’s Grocery, Ester Settle, Arland Welch, The Inn at Little Washington, Rae’s Place, Betty Wharton & the Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co., Rappahannock Lions’ Club, Vivian Yancey, Janet Eastham, Alice Pullen, the Amissville Homemakers, The American Cancer Society, Rappahannock National Bank, F & M National Bank at Flint Hill, Persimmon Springs Florist (Donna Brunei, Betsy Murray, Eugene McCarthy, Frances Foster, and other anonymous donors. We sincerely appreciate all the donations that make this annual event possible. We feel very fortunate to be able to participate in Camp Fantastic each year. Bev Atkins and Jan Besecker, Co-coordinators Other solutions available Following are a few comments concerning the bear cub killing by the game warden as reported by John Toler in the Aug. 8 edition of the Rappahannock News: The 2001 wildlife rehabilitator list of the Wildlife Rescue League provided by the Virginia Game and Inland Fisheries Department lists 15 rehabilitators licensed to care for all mammal species. Included in the list are three veterinarians as well as an experienced lady living right here in Rappahannock County. There is also the 'nationally known Wildlife Center of Virginia that could have cared for the cubs. The closest supply of tranquilizing darts is not hours away in Richmond. Veterinarians at the Conservation and Research Center in Front Royal have at their disposal state-of-the-art tranquilizing equipment and drugs as well as years of experience and expertise in immobilizing dozens of species of mammals. During my 21 year tenure as Mammal Curator at that institution I always found the veterinarians and rest of the staff more than willing to work with the local authorities in incidents such as this one. In addition, all of the local veterinarians that I am aware of are trained and qualified to use immobilizing drugs. Was the solution to shoot the cubs out of the tree expedient? You bet. Was it professionally ethical, necessary and the morally right one to make? Not in my book. Or has life become that cheap? Larry R. Collins Supervisory Wildlife Biologist (Retired) Huntly Sludge, cell silos and local self-governance Isn’t it ironic that here in the Virginia Piedmont, the cradle of American democracy, local governments have so little power that they can’t prevent toxic sludge from being spread on their fields, or reject telecommunications facilities that most people who live here don’t want or need? ,. I imagine those distinguished Gentlemen of the Piedmont, Jefferson and Madison, would have had a strong reaction to the recent decision of the State Supreme , Court that Louisa County’s sludge ordinance exceeds the . power of local government under the Dillon Rule. They lived in an era when there was respect for farming; Jefferson believed that the future of American democracy was assured because of the sturdy stock of yeoman farmers and what seemed then an inexhaustible supply of fertile farm land. The Commonwealth of Virginia now imports more garbage than any other state in the Union, except possibly Pennsylvania. This is a far cry from the glory days of Lee and Stonewall and Mosby’s Rangers that make so many of my neighbors proud. And now we have a new application from Sprint PCS to build seven industrial facilities on our agricultural land and our beautiful wooded hillsides. I will be interested to learn how my neighbors respond to this application in the public hearing before the Planning Commission on Sept. 19. I hope that in the meantime our local and regional environmental groups-RLEP, Ragged Mountain, RCCA, and PEC-will share their information and expertise on the specific proposed sites and facilities, and on the legal and technical issues involved, in a vigorous, unbiased, public education campaign. Bayard Catron Sperryville Education is vital and so is Mark Earley Think about it: almost everything in life is oriented to the future: life and health insurance; saving for old age; a mother black bear in our woods attacks when she fears her cub is in danger - for that cub is the future. Our children are the most important things in our lives. Education in large part determines childrens’ futures; education in America and Virginia hasn’t done very well recently. That’s why education is the most important public policy issue today. The Republican Party understands this and acts with logic and determination to improve education. New and tougher standards were put in place recently by Republic administrations. Yes, they increase burdens on pupils and teachers, since “there is no free lunch”. They will be changed as needed, and improved. Mark Earley is focused on education. Mark Earley has pledged to raise teachers’ salaries to the national average, maintain and improve the SOLs, hold students and teachers accountable for performance. That’s the way to go! Let’s continue Virginia’s drive to prepare our children better for a demanding and brighter future. Reason enough to support Mark Earley in November. Please do that. Brooke Miller Hodge Miller Washington RoughRide set for Sept. 22 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 benefit. ed the Fauquier Free Clinic. Th\s year's event will be the first to benefit the addition of a satellite clinic, the - Rqppahannock 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. Tb pre-register, send $20 ($18 before Sept. 14, $15 for children under 12) to: ■ Rappahannock RoughRide, do ■ Fauquier Free Clinic, Inc., P.O. Box 3138, Warrenton, Va. 20188. Registration includes a short 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. Get Connected... Spend A Day in the Country at the Fauquier County Fall Farm Tour Saturday & Sunday - September 15th & 16th, 10am - 5pm Animal Exhibits: Llamas, Alpacas, Cows, Goats, Horses • Master Gardeners Corn Mazes • Hay Bale Fort • Milking Demonstration 540-347-4414 or call the Agriculture Development Office at 349-5314 The Farm Tour is free of charge, however, fees are charged for some activities and products at some locations. Farm Tour brochures contain directions to each farm, farm activities, scheduled special demonstrations, location of pick-your-own orchards, five wineries and three farm♦ ers' markets. Tour brochures can be picked up at the Wammton-Fauquier County Visitors Center at I83A Keith Street, Wanenton, www.co.fauquier.va.us/services/ Farm index.html. or call for more information at 540* 347-4414 or 800420-1021. Up In The Hollow #17 By Bkn Jones Rappahannock News Writer Well, I guess it serves me right for being so opinionated and quick on the trigger. Here I am. surrounded by redskins, the wagons circled, flaming arrows coming in from all directions, and John Wayne ain’t nowhere in sight. So this is what Custer felt like. Served Custer right, too. Well, nobody ever said that writing an opinion column in Rappahannock was going to be easy. For instance, I’m sure that someone took umbrage at that reference to “redskins” in the second sentence. A wiser man would probably not engage the criticism my comments have been receiving, but if I were a wiser man I would keep my mouth shut anyway. Calvin Coolidge, known as “Silent Cal”, once remarked “A man cannot get in trouble for something he didn’t say.” It was one of the few times Coolidge was not silent. His remark is arguable, however. There are times that troubles can get worse if one doesn’t speak up. Besides, the folks who read this column deserve a little verbal jousting. It is our version of Hardball. Or better yet, WWF rasslin’. So here goes: Jim Oyster, who signed his comments “James Oyster, J.D., L.L.M.” opined that I oppose the “Faith Based Initiative” because it is unconstitutional. I do not. I oppose it because it is a stupid idea. Mr. Oyster says that applying Jefferson’s thoughts to the First Amendment’s “establishment clause” is somehow a “liberal interpretation”, comparing Jefferson’s thoughts on the matter to those of Ted Kennedy on some more recent matter. This, he says, is in conflict with the view of “strict constructionists.” Are you still with me? Well, what puzzles me is that “strict constructionists” rely upon what is known as “original intent” Ben Jofies as a starting point for constitutional interpretation. And who better than Jefferson would understand the original intent of the Bill of Rights? He and James Madison, the author of the Bill of Rights, were lifelong collaborators, politically and intellectually in tune, and of a mind when it came to religious freedom. Let us remember that the establishment clause is there not just to protect government from the church , but to protect the churches from government. Nor did Mr. Oyster (J.D.. L.L.M.) respond to any of the points I made in opposition to this well intentioned but misguided piece of legislation. Instead he writes, (and I assume he is talking to me since I am the only one who has written on the subject here) “Let us not defile the objective of helping out our poor and needy by “closed” thinking that puts the law in a straitjacket and serves no real purpose other than partisan political ends.” Whoa, bro’! While the politicians are blowing hot air on helping the poor and needy, there are a bunch of us out here doing what we can. That was my point. Sorry you missed it. (Ben Jones, S.O.L., L.S.M.F.T.) If that wasn’t enough, Tom Spande writes an opinion column wanting me to revive the drug debate with Bill Tieckelmann. What fresh hell is this? Well, clearly I’m a sucker for this sort of thing. Tieckelmann tells us now that he is not for “legalization” (as he originally argued), but is for “defederalization", decriminalization. medicalization, and. I reckon,transubstantiation. I certainly agree with him that the federal “war on drugs” has been a failure, spending billions on interdiction of a small fraction of the drug: flow. Treatment is the answer, lots of treatment for lots of addicts. Prison time for users without a treatment component is counter-productive. Prison time for dealers, however, is what they deserve. There is a common argument in this debate , that since alcohol is legal, 1 so should other drugs be legal. That is to say that since we countenance one devastating addictive drug, we should legalize whatever anyone wants to imbibe, shoot, snort, or stick in his or her ears. My own experience is that the great adventures of my life, the real high, did not begin until I put down booze and drugs, until I threw away the crutches. Spande is sadly wrong on this quote: “Alcohol is self regulating in that overindulgence in this depressant just knocks the user out or is so evident to companions that certain activities (like driving a car) are usually placed off limits.” Would that this were so, Tom. Unfortunately, alcohol is the number one cause of driving fatalities, the number one cause of teenage death, the number one cause of divorce, the number one cause of homelessness, the number one cause of joblessness, the number one cause of spousal abuse, and the number one cause of child abuse. I could go on, but you get my point. Why legalize more problems for the sake of someone’s favorite high? Well, gotta run y’all, the redskins are still shooting those flaming arrows and I’m still hoping to hear the cavalry’s bugle. Besides, I’ve got to go defend myself against all the people who flipped out over my recent defense of dear ol’ Dixie. 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Ordinance From Page A1 hearing because it is the most restrictive and. if necessary, can Ih- removed later. The Commissioners discussed various details of the ordinance, and Mr. McCarthy told them that the Board of Supervisors favors the iiSe'of the Nutrient Management Flan (NMB) requirement in the ordinance to protect the County's land and its citizens, “and they're not much interested in other details." Mr. Henry then proposed the addition of the requirement that NMP's. the sludge application layout, and the site* after sludge application he “reviewed by a certified nutrient management planner selected by the County,” the funding to do so provided hv the fees paid bv the applicant. The Commission also agreed to this change, and discussed more of the ordinance and accepted additional modifications that will l>e heard at the next public hearing. Cell Tower application Mr. McCarthy provided the Planning Commission with a package of corrections from Sprint PCS. The corrections provided darifv the “Huntly Silo" installation, and show it as Ix'ing a new 100 foot "stealth silo" located next to the existing silo, instead of being a “stealt h cap” on the existing silo. The public hearing on Sprint PCS'cell tower application will lx> held on Sept. 19 in the KCHS auditorium and. as recommended by Mr. McCarthy, each of the seven proposed installations will he considered and voted upon separately. Protect Your Pool & Family With Our Loop-Loc™ Pool Cover! LGDP-LOC presents 52-C Waterloo St. Warrenton, VA 540-347-2815 5 71A James Madison Hwy. Culpeper, VA 540-H25-5M5 20 Years of Experience Selling and Installing h)op-Ij>e Poo! Covers SCHEDULE YOUR POOL CLOSING NOW! Winterizing includes: • BioGuard Chemicals •Winteriing Equipment • Installing Pool Cover Servicing the Area for 28 years. Open Year Around Fourth annual River Basin Summit held B^ M au i in •)( hixson Kapp.ihanmn'k News Writer A diverse group of people involved in the stewardship and enhancement of the water quality and natural resources of the Rappahannock River and the Chesapeake Bay attended presentations and discussions at the fourth annual Rappahannock River Basin Summit. held in Fredericksburg on Aug. 15. The Summit was held to keep participants informed of policy and program issues facing the restoration of the Rappahannock River and implementation of the Tributary Strategy. Those attending included landowners, community members, elected officials, agency staff, and interested others. The event was sponsored by The RRBC and the Rappahannock Conservation Council. The RRBC was created by the Virginia General Assembly to improve communication and coordination among elected officials and citizens in all jurisdictions, on issues of basin-wide importance, and to make recommendations to the General Assembly and the localities of the basin. The RCC is a cooperative effort of the basin’s seven Soil and Water Conservation Districts and was created to help in efforts to reduce nutrients entering the Rappahannock River and educate citizens about nonpoint source pollution. The program started with the viewing of a video, produced by the RCC, produced by the RCC an educational tool for local governments, schools, civic groups, and others. The video characterized the dynamics of the river from the upper 8th Annual Oatlands Hunt Country Fall ANTIQUES FAIR 200 outstanding exhibitors from 20 states! 18th-20th c. formal, country, American & Continental furniture and accessories, vintage jewelry and much more. September 15-16 Sat. 10-5 • Sun. 11-5 Leesburg, Virginia 6 mi. so. of Leesburg on U.S. 1 5 r UNDER TENTS *** ON THE BEAUTIFUL GROUNDS OF OATLANDS PLANTATION A ProprT) of iht Kaaonal Trvui i his show features the best combination of quality and variety in tHe Mid-Atlantic” 703-777*3174 $9/person ($8 with this ad) • Rain or Shine • No Pets DORDY FONTINEL IllilllilH SHOW MANAGEMENT 703-779-2800 [PSMA| Sponsored by wm/n mm wu>ikn» oc* to the lower basin, and included interviews with landowners and developers who spoke on the many advantages of employing best management practices in agricultural, urban and suburban settings to minimize pollution of the river by nutrients and sediment. There were informative presentations on a range of topics including the emerging water policy issues of the Bush Administration, a project to inventory drinking water resources of the Rappahannock Basin and plan for future needs, the ongoing projects of workgroups implement the tributary strategy outlined by the third annual summit, water-resource-based land use planning implemented in Albemarle County, the multistate Chesapeake Bay 2000 Agreement* and efforts to finetune environmental goals based on developments in the scientific understanding of issues involved in the health of the Rappahannock River and the Chesapeake Bay. Workgroups set up by Summit III in the areas of Public Relations and Outreach, Urban Issues and Agricultural and Forestry Issues also reported on initiatives each group is undertaking to help implement the goals of the Commission. Underlying the perspectives and themes of every speaker was the vision shared by the many agencies, organizations and individuals working together to insure the economic, recreational and esthetic value of these vital natural resources. For more information about the Rappahannock River Basin, the Chesapeake Bay and efforts to protect these waterways, visit the Rappahannock River Basin Commission at http://w w w. ra p pri verbas i n. sta t e.va.us. If you are interested in participating in the discussions or activities of one or more of the workgroups, which meet once, a month, call the Rappahannock Conservation Council at 540825-8591. September The following are September gardening tips from the Rappahannock County Extension Office. • Near the end of the growing season pick off all tomato blossoms that won t have time to hear fruit, so plant nutrients go into existing tomatoes. • Tomatoes need an average daily temperature of 65 degrees F or more for ripening. If daytime temperatures are consistently below this, pick the fruits that have begun to change color and bring them inside to ripen. • Cucumber beetles, squash bugs, Colorado potato beetles and European corn borers pass the winter in debris left in the garden. Remove dead plant material, and compost it or plow it under. This will limit your pest population next year to. the insects that migrate' into the garden. • Plant spinach, lettuce,! kale, turnip and radish ipearly September as the last crops for your fall garden. Soak seed furrows well before sowing seed and mulch lightly. Water the rows daily to promote germination and growth of young seedlings. • Cover crops should not iie planted any later than Nov. 1. They should make some growth before hard frost kills them. Where you have fall crops growing, you can sow cover crop seed between rows a month or less before expected harvest. This way, the cover crop gets a good start, but will not interfere with vegetable plant growth. • Give your perennials and woody ornamentals a fall check-up, look for weak or diseased plants. Eliminate plants that might infect or take energy from neighboring plants. • Tree-wound paints used after pruning are no longer recommended be-' cause they can slow healing and may promote decay. gardening By Kenner P Love Extension Agent, ANR Crop and Soil Silences l§*. i «*>•»«.*<( «&■r ■ ■^g!«ajis,tai«ai,si#fc J 1. Jiimius &»oarti Cmitift) ,% _ ‘ $%■ • , - <\ .^**M#***-. .■—.■•'» ■. ! ^ ^ ' * sM v 'S .PMH&** *w «1 H<*i >«*/t l A; %.% ,< * ,' ' : ■' V •■:■• % . ' 5 it: v. t: : iTTr xz? At our Hospital, 98% of our doctors are board certified in their specialties. When you consider that only 65% of physicians are certified nationally, you begin to appreciate our doctors'ongoing commitment to their profession and our community. To specialty. 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• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 September 5, 2001 vmw.timescommunity.com In Brief Open auditions for Shepherd’s Play slated The open auditions for the Ki Theatre production of the Shepherd’s Play will be held at the Ki Theatre Sunday, Sept. 23 from 2 to 5 p.m. Actors, singers and instrumentalists (recorders and cello) are all invited to audition. Singers are asked to bring their favorite song to use for the audition. The Shepherd’s Play will be performed during Colonial Christmas weekend, Dec. 7, 8 and 9. Instrumentalists please call Lyt Wood at 987-9530. All other inquiries may be made to Claudia Mitchell at 675-2146. NRA annual banquet set The Northern Valley Chapter of the Friends of NRA will hold its annual banquet on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 6 p.m. at Bowling Green Country Club in Front Royal. Come enjoy good food, great prizes and lots of fun at the Rappahannock table. To buy tickets or for more information call 675-3679. Balalaika! Exuberant and poignant folk music from Russia, Ukraine and other eastern European countries opens the new season at the Theatre at Washington. The 35person orchestra of the Washington Balalaika Society brings its beautiful collection of traditional Russian folk instruments to the Theatre for a performance on Saturday, Sept. 8 beginning at 8 p.m. Tickets for the concert are $15 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. For more information phone 540-675-1253, or send email to TheatreVA@aol.com. County residents invited to attend rehearsals The Front Royal Oratorio Society, George Amos, Music Director, will begin rehearsals for its 2001 -2002 season on Monday, Sept. 10 at 7:30 p.m. Prospective new members are very welcome. No audition required. Come and join singers from a six-county area. Rehearsals are Monday evenings and are held at the Fulton Fine Arts Complex at RandolphMacon Academy. Mr. Amos promises an enjoyable season for singers and audiences alike. The first performances, which will feature the Christmas Oratorio of Camille Saint-Saens, will be on Dec. 1 and 2. For more information call 540-622-6974. Shorin-Ryu Okinawan karate classes to begin I Shorin-Ryu Okinawan karate I classes will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 12 at Ki Theatre on Gay Street in Washington. Junior classes will be held Wednesdays from 4 to 6 p.m. and adult classes will be held this year on Monday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Arthur Drago and Betsy Toth are I the instructors. For more information | call Drago at 635-7554 or Toth at , I 349-0632. New participants are ’ encouraged to attend. Quilting group sets meetings The quilting group will meet on the second and fourth Tuesdays ' of each month at the : Rappahannock Extension Offige. | There is no cost and all are welcome, beginners or experienced. Call Charlotte Laing at 937-3511 or Kathy Riley at 937[ 4055. [ A busy time for birds k Backyard £ Happenings Jim Bywaters Fall is the time of the year when many birds are busy preparing for the long journey to their winter homes. Migration is the movement of birds from one home to another. Some birds will fly thousands of miles to reach their winter homes. Some local birds begin the journey to their winter homes before the food supply in our area runs out. Day length and temperature plays a part in triggering the birds’ internal seasonal clocks. Shorter and cooler days also mean that the food supply will soon run out, it is then time to fly south where it is warmer and various food can be found. Migratory birds usually fall into one of four groups, the first being our permanent residents, these are nonmigrating birds such as Cardinals, Chickadees and Titmice who remain in their home area all year. Next are summer residents, these are migratory birds such as Purple Martins who arrive in our backyards in the spring, nest during the summer, and then return south to their wintering grounds in the early fall. Then there are the winter residents, migratory birds who have “come south” for the winter to our backyards. White-throated Sparrows, who are summer residents in much of Canada, are winter residents in much of the United States. Finally, transients are migratory species who nest farther north than our neighborhoods, but who winter farther south. We see them only during migration, when they are “just passing through”. In the fall birds begin to flock together getting ready for the trip south. This is the time of the year when you will see large flocks of blackbirds feeding on berries or gathered on power lines. It is an important time for many birds to build up strength and “fuel up” for the dangerous voyage. Birds use fat as fuel for their journey. It is important that they have enough to eat before they leave so they are able to store enough fat for the long distance they will be traveling. Many birds have traditional “refueling” stops along their migra tion route where they fatten up before continuing their trip. Some land birds, such as hummingbirds, take long over-water flights where running out of “fuel” could be fatal. If you feed hummingbirds, I suggest leaving a feeder up until freezing temperatures threaten, a torgotten” feeder has saved more than - one late migrant. ' Most long dis- \ tance migrant birds \ fly at night. They y may travel continuously or land daily ^ around sunrise to rest and feed. Birds use a variety of ways to navigate, including the sun, stars, the Earth’s magnetic fields, visual landmarks such as mountains, rivers, or coastlines, and even odors. The exact ways in which birds use these sources is still largely a mystery. Migrating birds react to weather in different ways. Small birds would be more likely to drop down if they ran into a rainstorm, because they would burn up too much energy flying into the wind. Ideal conditions for migrating birds would be to have the wind at their back, a clear and starry night and warm tempera• tures. Not all birds migrate. Some find the resources they need throughout the year, others switch to different food sources as the seasons change, and a few become inactive during lean times. Sometimes a bird species W that is present in our yard the whole year can also be migratory. The *■ American Robin ^ V migrates, T though in most of the U.S. it can be seen year round. Watching bird migration take place is one of the most exciting and interesting things a birder can do, and it is something you can see in your own backyard. In the fall migrant’s head south, they are much quieter and their plumage is duller. They are also harder to identify, but their passage is still an interesting event to view. Happy Birding! Jim Bywaters, 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. Tribal Belly Dance class to begin Sept. 11 SynergyDance and its founding director, Charmaine Lee, are starting up a new six-week series of classes in energy-aware Tribal Belly Dance on Tuesday evening, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Washington Tbwn Hall. The classes begin with a 30minute warm up which, like SynergyDance classes, includes inner exploration of the natural elements, deep, subtle movements that lead into stretching. The classes go on to explore the healing rhythms and universal energy patterns inherent in Middle Eastern dance, freeing the pelvis and exploring the feminine qualities in yourself and in nature. The classes are 90 minutes each and the series includes six Tuesday classes through Oct. 16. (The series cost is $60.) In addition, Charmaine Lee will also hold three Wednesday evening belly dance classes (same time and place) of a more choreography-oriented nature on Sept. 19, Oct. 3 and Oct. 19. Charmaine Lee also will lead a one-day Tribal Belly Dance workshop Sunday, Sept. 23, at the Child Care and Learning Center on Mt. Salem Avenue (the old Washington School) — for those who’d like an allat-once, in-depth, experiential introduction to the type of belly dance that “unfolds the natural qualities of energy in ourselves, of Nature’s elements — Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Space — flowing between the inner and outer world.” To sign up or for more information call SynergyDance at 987-8734, or send e-mail to web@synergydance.com. You can also get all the details and register online with a MasterCard or VISA at http ://w w w. synergy dance, com. Chocolat comes to The Theatre By Joanne Hilty nil.*torr”fr‘‘.PTr>‘ Naw« Wptor (The Cider House Rules) domes Chocolat, the story of a mysterious young woman whose candy-making skills ignite the passions of a small sleepy French village. Chocolat will show at The Theatre on Gay Street in Washington On Friday#- ftept. 7- at k p.m. A confectionary fairy tale, pho■ tographed in pale lemon winter lights In France; in 1960, fa beautiful and charming woman, played by Juliette Binoche, and her tittle girl (Victoire Thivisol) waft into a email town, open a ‘chocolaterie,’ and provide the unhappy and repressed inhabitants i wifh exactly the land of bon-bons they need to make their troubles go away (the chocolate, laced with an old Mayan powder, acts as an all-purpose l '-l t:MW , :- i.t-|M-: ' f iWM I rvV '•" f Tl a\y i-.-r' town’s impotent deity, the Comte de Reynaud (Alfred Molina), who rallies the forces of reaction. Vianne’s unran* ny abiHty to find the perfect recipe Ibr every customer, induces near hysteria if end of course* fiber*t don > among ti*0e i citizens, including Judy Dench -an-a grouchy old lady, Johnny Depp as some sort of Irish river rat who fixes Nominated for fijUH Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress, Chocolat “is a splendid work of artistry and craftsmai|*itip at the film’s run time is 121 minutes. A. Russo helps Virginia Region capture fifth place in Kentucky Allison Russo, a member of Rappahannock County’s Old Rag Mountain Pony Club, was part of a four-person team representing the Virginia Region that won fifth place in the Know Down competition at this month’s U.S. Pony Club National Championships in Lexington, Ky. Her team, made up of the top scorers from the Virginia Region Pony Club’s Know Down competition back in February, competed at the Kentucky Horse Park over a three day period in a variety of disciplines which included oral and written testing, hand’s-on knowledge, and stable management. Her team placed fifth place in a field of 40 teams that competed from all across the country. Miss Russo had a perfect score in the verbal competitions, and received 49 out of 50 points in her written test. Miss Russo, an avid horseback rider, said she very much appreciated the training and guidance she had received over the past year from her Pony Club District Commissioner, Abigaile Gille, and her instructor, Sherry Hamill-Huff in preparing for FIFTH PLACE WINNERS: Left to right, the four-person team of Allison Russo, Christine Chaner, Sarah Wilson Dykers and Megan Behm won fifth place in this month’s championship in Kentucky. this competition. in the USPC National Championship She hopes one day tp participate mounted competitions. A gala international season set The Community Concert Association of this seven-county area proudly announces the 2001-2002 subscription series of professional attractions for its 32nd season presented at Culpeper County High School. Opening night will be Friday, Oct. 5 and will feature London's Passadena Roof Orchestra with showband music of the 20s, 30s and 40s. On Saturday, Nov. 17, USA's Alison England, soprano/comedienne performs Opera, Broadway and Beyond. Jurys Irish Cabaret from Dublin will delight the audience with songs, dance and laughter on Feb. 6 and Alborado, The Batista Family Andean Show will perform with 30 different instruments on Friday, March 1. The grand finale, A Festival of Four on April 18 features a flutist from Chile and three guitarists in flamenco, folk and classical music. For more information and a complete brochure call Vice President j Louise McCullough at 972-7101 or | Helen Ziemer at 937-5450 New Theatre season The Theatre at Washington, Va. has announced its schedule for the fall season which runs from September through December. • Saturday, Sept. 8 at 8 p.m. Balalaika! • Friday, Sept. 14 at 8 p.m., An | Evening With The Muses. This concert is presented by Ki Theatre as part of its weekend song-writing workshop. For tickets and information pnone 987-3164. • Saturday, Sept. 29 at 8 p.m., Jazz Guitar Duo. • Saturday, Oct. 13 at 8 p.m., 1 Celtic Music. ! • Saturday, Oct. 20 at 8 p.m., The Smithsonian at Little Washington, The Castle Trio. • Saturday, Oct. 27 at 8 p.m., An Evening's Entertainment with the pianist, humorist and scholar John Eaton. j • Sunday, Nov. 4 at 3 p.m., The Smithsonian at Little Washington, The Brilliance of the Baroque. • Saturday, Nov. 17 at 8 p.m., Jazz TVio. • Friday, Nov. 30 at 8 p.m., Camerata Cantores. For tickets and information phone 937-0444. • Saturday, Dec. 8 at 8 p.m., Yale Russian Chorus. Reservations recommended. Tickets $15 for adults, $5 students 18 and under. Films are presented at the , Theatre twice monthly by the i Rappahannock Association for Arts ' ana the Community (RAAC): for film schedule, phone 675-2205, or check RAAC's web site: www.RAAC.org, or the Theatre's web site. Tickets for the concerts at The Theatre at Washington may be obtained by calling 540-675-1253 or e-mail: TheatreYA8aol.com.

Church Activities St Homecoming, revival at Woodville The Woodville Baptist Church extends an invitation to everyone to attend their annual homecoming and revival beginning Sept. 9 at 11 a.m. A covered dish meal will follow the morning services. Evening services will begin at 7:30 and will continue through Wednesday. Pastor David Johnson will be the guest speaker and special music will be featured each evening. For more information call Pastor Alpheus Atkins at 987-3317. Gid Brown Bible Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Youth and Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Massanova Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. L.D. Savage Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. New Hope Baptist Bible Pastor: Carl R. Menefee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. First Baptist Pastor: Dr. Wendell Grant Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Revival at Maranatha Maranatha Baptist Church near Amissville invites you to attend a revival beginning Sunday, Sept. 16 through Friday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 each evening except on Sunday, Sept. 16, when services will begin at 6:30 p.m. Dr. D.M. Hardison of Chesapeake will be the speaker for the week. Refreshments will be served following the Friday evening service. Amissville Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 7 p.m. Mission Groups 7 p.m. Reynolds Memorial Baptist Sunday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Pastor: Jon Heddleston Sunday School 10 a.m., worship 11 Bible study 7 p.m. Youth Night 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Choir meets 7:30 p.m. Senior Citizen \s Day planned You’re invited to a Senior Citizen’s Day luncheon at Macedonia Baptist Church in Flint Hill on Sunday, Sept. 2. Gloria Myers is the sponsor of the program and Rev. Dr. Donald Simpkins is pastor of Macedonia. 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. Tuesday: Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Sept. 2 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. FT Baptist Pastor: Dan Yowell Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Prayer 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Flint Hill Baptist Church Pastor: Robert Goff Second, Fourth & Fifth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. Revival at Flint Hill Evangelist R.A. Enersen of Revival Flame Ministries will be preaching at the Flint Hill Pentecostal Church Sept. 16-23 at 7:30 each evening. Rev. Jack T. Campbell of Luray is pastor at Flint HiM Pentecostal and invites the public to attend. Preserving foods and getting ready for winter This month has started out just as busy as the ones we have just enjoyed. Time really does slip away! When I think about all the canning we did every year to prepare for the long winter months, I wonder how it was all accomplished. It required much time and hard work for all the food we enjoyed all winter. There were seven in my family, so much of the canning was done in half gallon jars. You see very few of them now, but they saved time and jars as well as space to store them. Everything was gathered from the garden in large quantities, bushels of beans and tomatoes, etc. Gardens were planted early so that fresh vegetables could be gathered as soon as the weather permitted, because the winter’s canned supply had been depleted. The garden was started in March with plowing, and the potatoes were usually planted on Saint Patrick’s Day, along with peas and onions. Vegetables were planted as soon as the ground was warmer and the chance of frost was over. The garden was our grocery store. The preparation, gathering, and canning of vegetables was an all day job when it was canned on a wood stove. We had a canning boiler filled Sperryville By SALLY KEYSER 987-8471 with water that had to be kept boiling for three hours when canning beans and corn. Vegetables had to be cooked much longer than fruits because of botichlisim. This was repeated until all the vegetables were canned. When we purchased an electric stove this made the canning much easier, and it was a much more even heat. We replaced the old canner with a pressure canner and this was much faster. Beans and com could be done in less than half the time. Some people were afraid of pressure cookers and continued the old way. There was much caution because the pressure had to be kept at a certain level for a certain time, depending on what you were canning. We were taught to never leave it for any reason. Fruits did not require to be cooked as. long. Cherries, blackberries, peaches and pears were also canned in half gallon jars. In the winter we enjoyed many different cobblers. We did not have ice cream available as we do today. We used heavy cream that had been skimmed from the top of milk that came from the cow. Sometimes the cream was sweetened and nutmeg was added depending on what cobbler you were serving. This is another memorable treat. Berries were more plentiful then, and we would pick them by the bucket full. There were high berries such as blackberries and raspberries. Low berries were dew berries which were much larger and sweeter. I’m not sure there are any growing any more. Jams and jelly were made from all kinds of berries, peaches, plums, damsons and strawberries. These were put into pint jars or smaller, and were eaten at each meal. This was also our snack with bread and butter after school or between meals. Junk food was not available, so we created our own. We could go to the cellar and come back with enough different fruits and vegetables for our mid-day and evening meal. Beside the canning, there was 100 pounds of flour, com meal and dried beans stored for the winter. This was bought late fall or early winter. There were bushels ofj apples, potatoes and turnips ! waiting to be made into soups and pies. These were always a treat on snowy days or when the weather was too bad to go to school. There was always enough food in our basement to give each of us the assurance there would be plenty to eat until the garden started producing the following year. • • • • The Old Hollow reunion will be held Sunday, Sept. 9 at the Regular Baptist Church in Old Hollow. Plan on attending and seeing your old friends. Our congratulations to Albert Payne, who has been selected as the new Pastor of Maranatha Baptist Church in Amissville. Services are held each Sunday at 11 a.m. with Sunday school at 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome. A revival is planned for Sept. 16-21 with D.M. Hardison from Cheaspeake as guest speaker. Mark your calendar and plan on attending. The Payne reunion is being held on Sept. 15 at the Rappahannock Park at Washington beginning at 11 a.m. Remember those who are ill with your prayers. We wish them a speedy recovery. Call me with your news and make it a good week! Pickin’ Party this Saturday The first week of school is behind us and I think everyone enjoyed being back with their friends. Dylan and Evan have enjoyed this week at school, they have made some new friends and they love their teachers, Mrs. Deal and Mrs. Cannon. They are great! Pickin’ Party at Hackley’s’ Store on Saturday, Sept. 8 at 5 p.m. Bring your lawn chair and instruments. Enjoy oldfashioned sodas and ice cream. All are welcome! The Amissville Ruritan Club is going to hold a Christmas Decorating Contest this year. The group used to have this event every year, but has not done so the past couple of years. All the details are not yet available, but as soon as they are they Amissville By AMY HITT 5 . 937-3401 LKjM ■■ —nil—— will be in this column. If you would be interested in participating please e-mail me at amyrappnews@aol.com. There is about a month or so left before the Amissville Fall Festival on Oct. 13. If you have not already been in contact with the AACA for your space or to volunteer, call Victoria Miller at 937-4298 or Sharon Komar at 937-5225. The Boys Scouts will be here, Kettle Korn, Partylite, Central Coffee Roasters, Amissville Baptist Church, Touchstone Farm, Amissville Ruritans, sand-art, Llama Ranch, wool spinning, silent auction, S & S Crafts and of course plenty of food. Happy birthday wishes to the following people: Stephanie Hitt, Chad Carroll, Julie Gough, Jim Wiles, Virgie Clatterbuck, Trey Smith. Happy anniversary to Roger and Melissa Brackenridge. By the way, what do you all think about this Clevenger Corner mess? Do we really want that many people this close to the Rappahannock County line? Have a great week and call me with your news! Visit our web site at www.timespapers.com for local events. Viewtown social notes The Wilson family held their annual reunion recently and approximately 50 attended the event and enjoyed the day. We wish Harry Cooke a speedy recovery. Robert Frazier is a patient in a Charlottesville hospital and we wish him well. Sympathy is extended to the Compton family due to the recent loss of Mrs. Ginger Compton. Mr. and Mrs. Acrey Dodson will celebrate their 63rd anniversary on Sept. 7. We extend best wishes to them for a wonderful day and many more years together. Give me a call should you have news for the Viewtown column. Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U S. 211E. Luray ‘F<xithills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. (540) 743-5698 ROBERT J. 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Mr. and Mrs. Craig Schwartz Codding-Schwartz vows exchanged Mr. and Mrs. Fred Codding are proud to announce the marriage of their daughter, Clare _ Catharine to Hunter Craig Schwartz on Aug. 3, 2001 at The Old Tbwn Hall in Fairfax City. Mr. Schwartz is the son of Dr. Robin O’Heeron of Novato, Calif, and Robert Schwartz of Dallas, Texas. The bride is the granddaughter of George W. Hawkins of Sperryville. Jacqueline Henderson officiated at the ceremony. Honor attendants were sisters of the bride, Cady Codding of Fairfax and Cally Codding Birgfeld of Philadelphia, Pa. The bridesmaids were Elbe Codding of Fairfax, sister-inlaw of the bride, and college classmates of the bride, Mandy Caldwell of Tempe, Ariz. and Nicole Johnson of Baltimore, Md. Robert Schwartz II was best man for his brother. Groomsmen were Eddie Rodriguez of San Antonio, Texas, Ivan Guido of Dallas, Texas, and Hayden Codding of Fairfax, brother of the bride. A dinner and dance reception followed the ceremony at the Old Town Hall. The rehearsal dinner, hosted by the parents of the groom, was held at Seasons Restaurant in Fairfax on Aug. 2. Mrs. Hugh Heishman entertained friends and out-oftown guests at a luncheon at her home in Clifton on the day before the wedding. Other festivities honoring the bride and groom were an engagement party in March in Novato, Calif, given by the groom’s mother, Robin O’Heeron, and a reception hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Schwartz which will be in Dallas in October. The bride is a 1997 graduate of The College of William and Mary, and she received her Masters of Occupational Therapy at Texas Woman’s University in 1999. She is currently employed by UVA/ Healthsouth in Charlottesville. The bridegroom graduated from Texas A&M in 1997 and he is beginning work on his master’s degree at the University of Virginia this fall. He is employed by ACAC Fitness and Wellness Center. Following their honeymoon in Jamaica, they reside in their new home in Charlottesville. Yoga classes to start ; Integral yoga classes will ’ • begin on Monday, Sept. 10 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock Healing Arts \ ' Center. All levels are wel; * come. The class is taught by \ Miranda Hope, a certified J yoga instructor through the i •; Integral Yoga Institute. Cost is $9 per class or $48 for a six-week course, w Integral yoga is designed to develop every aspect of the individual: physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual. It uses postures, deep relaxation, breath control and concentration to achieve a strong, healthy body, a focused mind and a joyous life. For more information call Miranda Hope to register at 987-7204 Imported cars aren’t foreign to us. O r\ REASONS TO A ( 1 BRING YOUR \J CAR TO US 1. Our business is import Car 2. All work approved by you in advance Locally owned and operated 4. Service by appointment, emergency when necessary 5. 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Shirley Ave., Warrenton, VA Next to The Backstop Ratting Cage 540-347-1334 • 800-895-3232 49 tSS Sunday is Grandparents Day! All you readers out there, whether young or old, if you still have grandparents, remember Sunday, Sept. 9 is their day, so please express your love in some way on their special day. Belated birthday wishes go out to Ruth Peregory, who grew another year older last Saturday, Sept. 1. Miss Brenda Frazier was a recent guest of her aunt, Mrs. Alvin Atkins on Acorn Brook Lane, Sperryville. For the benefit of those who like to go out and buy fresh produce and home baked goods, the Culpeper Farmers Market is open each Saturday 7 a.m. until noon. Birthday greetings gq out to Clinton Cubbage, whose day is Wednesday, Sept. 5, to our friends Dr. Wayne Thompson and Elder Nelson Pettit, who both share Friday, Sept. 7 for their day. Mrs. Anna Brown, widow of Thomas L. Brown of Salem, passed away on Saturday at Culpeper Memorial Hospital and our condolences go out to her children, grandchildren and all family members. More information will be forthcoming concerning the Windmore and Lord Culpeper Restaurant Chamber Mixer at the Windmore Barn here in Griffinsburg. By this time, we’d hope all students are back in school and we believe you parents out there want your children to have a good education and we know that the key to how successful they will become, should be found at home, for we know this is a special time for children and their parents. Good luck to each of you! Anyone in our surrounding areas who might be interested in seeing the shows, “The Miracle of Christmas” and “Christmas Waterhouse” in Lancaster, Pa. call Battlefield Travel at 825-1393 to make reservations. For many of our readers and some who may be acquainted with the family, boston Boston By MARIE RATIONS 987-8802 we understand it was quite a day at the Culpeper Regional Hospital on Thursday when the Pierce triplets, who by the way were the first born at the hospital, returned to celebrate their second birthday. Nick, Paul and Russ are the sons of Roger and Sheri Pierce. Kendra Hitt of Rixeyville was a recent guest of Jennifer Peregory and family on Castleton Ford Road. Our sympathy is extended to Mrs. Shirley Wise of Reva and her brothers, Randy and Kenneth Settle and families and friends upon the passing of Mrs. Ruth Lee Settle Bruce, which occurred Aug. 22 at Orange County Nursing Home. She was the daughter of the late James E. (Jim) and Grace Settle. Monday, Sept. 10 is a great day for several couples, namely Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Peregory and Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Cubbage, as they celebrate wedding anniversaries and we trust the good Lord to grant them many more years together. Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Dodson of Salem and Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Pritt and children were luncheon guests last Sunday of their father and sister, Elder Wayne Richards and Terry in Luray. Our prayers go out to all those on the sick list, trusting you will be well soon. Sure hope each and everyone had a safe and happy holiday. Belated birthday wishes to Mrs. Henry Wharton of Sperryville who observed her day on Tuesday. Have a great week! OakShade Landscape Design Co. For ail your landscaping needs. 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Farm Torn brockum contam duaOom U tack farm, farm actMba, ukrit M spinal dammsaattam. bottom M fkk-yaa-mm mkards, flvt wmtna and thru farmin' mmttb. Thu bnckuts cm hr frctrd up at tkt Wmmtm-Fiufim County VTulon Coma at 1*14 Udkbmt, Wanatton, mmcajmiputr. mjts/smrctsl Farmmdeihtni mcil far man mfanuatba td 540W-44l4mt0042*ltttl. Upcoming Events Jenkins reunion set The families of the late Aubrey R. and Ellen Baker Jenkins will have a reunion on Sunday, Sept. 9 beginning at 12:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock Park. Those attending should bring a covered dish. All are invited. For more information call Linda Dwyer at 987-9225. Community Bible Study slated Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church in Sperryville will host a Community Bible Study on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m., beginning Sept. 11. Participants will study Paul's letter to the Ephesians using the “Life Change Series." The study will be led by Deacon Holly Pendleton. A study guide to Ephesians will be provided free to all participants. Come join the group for an insightful study with lively discussion and ample refreshments. For more information contact Mr. Pendleton at 987-8627 or Pastor Jon Heddleston at 987-8137. Old Hollow reunion planned The annual Old Hollow reunion will be held on Sunday, Sept. 9 at the Thornton Gap Regular Baptist Church in Old Hollow. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. Please bring a covered dish and join in on the fellowship. Rapidtran will not operate Rapidtran transportation services will not operate on Friday, Sept. 7 due to a staff in-service day. Rapidtran is a program of the Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Board. Payne reunion scheduled The Payne reunion will be held on Saturday, Sept. 15 at the Rappahannock Park near Washington beginning at 11 a.m. Everyone is asked to bring a covered dish and a beverage. Table covers, plates, and plastic eating ware will be available. Services Board to meet The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 11 at 1 p.m. at 15361 Bradford Road. Individuals with disabilities who require special assistance to attend and participate in this meeting should contact Paula Benenson at 825-3100, extension 3146 or 825-7391 (TDD). Long View hosts art shoiu Long View Gallery exhibits the new still lifes and Virginia Landscapes of David Williams, one of the areas most exciting young artists. The show runs through Sept. 24. The Gallery is on Historic Main Street in Sperryville. For more information call 987-3121. Shooting match slated The Castleton Community Volunteer Fire Company is sponsoring a shooting match on Friday nights beginning at 7 p.m. starting on Sept. 7. Rules are 12 gauge shotguns; 25 yard shooting range; no scopes, no sleeves and 36 inch barrel maximum length. Blue Moon schedule Blue Moon Cafe will host Donna & David on Friday, Sept. 7. Wisher will perform on Saturday, Sept. 8. Blue Moon Cafe is located on US 211, just west of Sperryville. For more information call 987-3162. Music festival planned The sixth annual Rappahannock Music Festival will be held on the weekend of Sept. 15 and 16 in Sperryville. This is the free outdoor concert featuring local musicians of different ages, abilities and musical styles. Anyone interest in playing or volunteering to help present the two-day concert may call Brian Ross at 987-1010 or Mountainside Market at 987-9100. Registry of Artists Articulture, a newly formed group of artists, invite talented Rappahannock individuals of all medias to register for an upcoming data base designed to stimulate art awareness and business. Forms are available at the library as well as various small businesses throughout the county. House tour, dried flower show The annual house tour and dried flower show sponsored by Trinity Episcopal Church will be held on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 20 and 21. The Saturday show will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday the tours will run from 1 to 5 p.m. For additional information call the church at 675-3716. Clinic will be open Sept. 5 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 Wednesday, Sept. 5 and not again until Sept. 19. 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. Super Pantry program to begin A Super Pantry program sponsored through a partnership between Rappahannock Cooperative Extension and Blue Ridge Food Bank will be held at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church beginning Sept. 11 for seven weeks. The event will be held on Tuesdays from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Those attending will get fun nutrition education; hands on cooking skills; planning and shopping tips; prizes; a bag of groceries each week plus a cookbook. To enroll call Jan Besecker at 675-3619. RRRC's annual meeting set The Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission will host its Annual Meeting 2001 and Affordable Housing Workshop on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at Fauquier Springs Country Club in Warrenton. The afternoon workshop will focus on strategies to increase affordable housing opportunities in the region. For additional information call 829-7450. Junior Cotillion activity The National League of Junior Cotillions, Culpeper Chapter, is pleased to announce the opening of the 20012002 season of dances and balls with the first dance scheduled to be held Sept. 8 at 5 p.m. at the Culpeper Middle School. For more information contact Chapter Director, Mrs. Turnbull at 937-8959. Health programs scheduled The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board invites persons 60 years of age and older to participate in the following Health Promotion/Screening programs to be held at the Rappahannock Senior Nutrition Center Sept. 11 at 1 p.m., program on “Preventing Falls" by Cheryll Green from Winchester Health Department; Sept. 12 at 11:30 a m., program on “As You Age" by Judy Stevens of Virginia Coop Extension; Sept. 19 at 1 p.m., program on “Gout" by Cheryll Green of the Winchester Health Department, and on Sept. 24 at 1 p.m., exercise program by Karen Gemdt of Culpeper Regional Hospital. If interested in attending any of these programs, contact Anita Richards at 825-3100, extension 3321. This program is supported in part by Piedmont United Way. Corn maze open on weekends The com maze at the Archwood Green Bams in The Plains will be open weekends September through October. For more information contact owners/operators, Kate and Hub Knott at 364- 2522.

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Adi 4076 LIVELY UP YOURSELF Act*, lit SWF 34 5 3*. 1071*., upbeat, seeks an outgoing SWM, 2545 who also enjoys water sports beach sports, sky •ports, concerts, tile RockvAe Ada 4106 UFE BEGINS AT S5 Ctasscai muse sunsets fleeter. gardening, term* swimmmg. swmg SCUBA ckvmg are tome interests of fas fnendty SAF. 56 5 7. 110** seekmg an active genu** SWM, 604& NrS. lor potaD* LTR Ad# 4060 HONESTY FIRST Aiectonate shy SAF. 63 54". 129** enjoys travel, dmma, movies. deneng Bingo ISO SWM. 66-66 lor LTR Ad# 4112 DOWN-TO-EARTH S8F 36. loves singing, dancing, outdoors, dining on the water. Seeks friendship with an educated SM. 36-59 Children are fine Ad#.4084 THIS IS FOREVER SWPF, 40. 5 7*. attractive, educated, honest, hardworking, 2 youngsters. ISO SWM, 28-68, who is looking to get marned and have children Ad#.3863 SMILES AND GIGGLES SBF. 22. 5’8r. full-figured, braided hair, light skm, confident, enjoys music, movies, fun times, good conversations. ISO SBM. 21-27, lor friendship Ad#.4066 SWEET AND SINCERE SWF 45. 5‘2‘. blonde hair, Wue eyes, heightweight proportionate enjoys wine tasting, travel, swimming (SO attentive SWM. 45-55 with similar interests. Ad#.4056 TRUE LOVE! Attractive Wonde. athletic SWF, 36. 56’, enjoys rollerblading, sports, cycling, ISO SWM, 3542. 6%, lor friendship. Ad# 4048 GROW OLD WITH ME Fun-loving SWF 60, 5 T. 155tbs., enjoys dancing, horseback riding, dining out, etc . seeking honest open, sincere SWM. 58-70, with similar interests. No games. Ad# 4046 IN A POSITIVE WAY Self-employed WWWPF, 45. enjoys the outdoors, walking, painting, flea markets, movies. ISO easygoing, good-natured, honest SWCM, 40-60, for a relationship Ad# 4062 A LOT OF FUN Cheerful, friendly SHF, 19. 5 3’. 100lbs . college student, enioys soccer, the beach, movies, clubbing. traveling, ISO friendly, outgoing SH/WM, 20-29 Ad * 4054 IS THAT YOU? SF 32. 5 6*. 140tbs.. ISO nice, down-to-earth, outgoing, energetic SBM, 27-40. 6' or taller, who likes going out, weekend trips Ad# 4061 FOREVER YOUNG Athletic, outgoing SWF 45. 5', 100ibs, brown hair/eyes. enjoys lively conversations, writing, working out. beaches, dancing, looking for funny and active SM. with a strong personality for friendship, possibly more, 35-46. Ad# 3988 NONE BETTER Attractive SWF 63. 5T. with btondish/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 ENTER MY LIFE Amusing SHF 36, enjoys sunsets. dancing, beaches ISO faithful outgoing, social SWM. 25-45 who likes to have fun! Ad# 4021 SINCERE & HONEST! Classy BPF 43. attractive, spontaneous, enjoys reading, dancing. gardening, movies and cookouts. ISO BM, 38-50. who has the time and no games. Ad#.3872 FUN TIMES AHEAD SHF 19, M'S, outgoing, enjoys beaches, music and movies ISO SWM. 19-29. tor friendship first and chill out with Ad# 4018 WHAT TO DO? Independent SBF, 26. 5’3’. 114(bs.. outgoing, enjoys anything new and spontaneous. ISO SM. 24-30. who is their own person. Ad# 4015 N/S AND N/D!M! SWF, 41 53", full-figured. red head, friendly, enjoys her child, cooking, swimming and biking ISO SWCM. 30-69, honest and thoughtful Ads 4006 MUST HAVE TIME! SWF, 48. 5 7", green eyes. 125lb$., enjoys walks, mountains, fishing and country rides. ISO SWM, 48-54 clean cut. handsome and laid-back Ad#. 4004 LOOK OVER HERE Trim SWF, 45, 55*. M'S. blond, green eyes likes outdoors, gardening, dining, looking to meet a traditional DWPM. 40-58. 510V trim, for possible relationship. Ad# 3291 LETS TALK SWF, 46, 5 5’ brown hair, ha/el eyes, loves bowling, movies, theater, backgammon, computers, ISO SWM. 40-49, honest, respectable, humorous romantic Ad# 3998 CHECK ME OUT SHF 18. 5 3", 115lbs, hazet/brown eyes, enjoys soccer, going out and having fun ISO a delightful, respectful SHM, 18-25. for friendship Ad# 3969 POSSIBILITIES Outgoing SBF, 38, 53", 130lb$., black hair, likes the outdoors, museums, parks, weekend getaways ISO a friendly SBM, 3543, lor companionship. Ad# 3972 SUN BLEACHED SWF 45 5'. likes her pets and loves the outdoors, hiking, camping boating, fishing, traveling. live music, dancing, movies, dining out, ISO SM, 35-50, tor LTR Ad# 3986 GET TO KNOW ME College-educated South American SHF, 55, enjoys going out museums, theaters, parks, dancing, cooking, reading and much more. ISO a SWM, 55-65 Ad# 3976 SHORT AND SWEET Outgoing BF 55. N/S. likes conversation and movies, ISO a SM. 50-60. for friendship. Ad#.3846 AFFECTION IS HERE Outgoing WF 58. 54", enjoys traveling, dancing, outdoors and gardening. loolung tor a SM. 5568. tor fun and friendship. Ad# 3957 LAST LOVE Attractive SWF, 55. 53". petite, fit enjoys animals, boats. Harleys, ISO an adventurous SWM, 49-58 with similar interests, who’s fit, tall, mce-lootong and looks to life as a vision quest Ad# 3148 SHARE LIFE WITH ME SWF, 43 58* skm botkj. enjoys bike nckng, tennis, swimming, gomg to the beach, dmmg out, traveling out, ISO an honest sensitive, carmg SWM 40-50, with similar nterests Ad# 3953 MAKE ME LAUGH Independent, educated SWF, 45 with one child. 55. small to medium build. who enjoys laughing, animals, kids and music ISO a communicative SWM, 3555 Let stalk Ad# 3093 GREAT GAL SWF 42, 5’3\ blond hair, fnendly. honest, outgoing, enjoys cooking, walking tennis, dancing. swenmmg ISO a SWM 3748. considerate, honest, triendfy, ambitious, outgoing, enjoys cooking Ad# 3929 SPEND TIME WITH ME DWF 53. attractive, medium build ISO SWM. 50-67. who enjoys another# company. Ad# 3928 LET S GO OUT SHF. 19, shy enjoys punk muec, concerts l$0 SM. 16-28. who shares same interests Ad# 3927 SOMEBODY SPECIAL SWF 49. 5.T. 125DS . green eyes strawberry'biond ha#, enjoys tong walks, holding hands, fishing, movies, drang oul We theater a mce glass of wme m the evening ISO a SWPM. 46-54. HS handsome, weM-groomed, dresses nicety and funny Ad# 3810 YOUNG LOVE She's a catch gentlemen* Active SWF. 70. young at heart, spiritual. enjoys movies, traveling, walks on the beach, seeking $WM, 68-89, who is spiritual, for possible LTR Ad* 3893 DELIGHTFUL TO KNOW Happy, retired WF, 67. 5’6'. 133ibs.. blond hair, hazel eyes, physically fit, enjoys life, tennis, golf, gardening, football, playing organ, reading, TV, movies, theatre ISO refined, educated, commitment-minded, honest WM. 58-69, no drugs Ad* 3908 IS THAT YOU? Shy at first SWPF, 58, 54”, 175lbs., with short red hair, enjoys reading, reading, dining out and home improvements, ISO a kind, humorous, genuine, well-rounded SWM, 52-62. Ad# 3904 BEST FRIENDS SWPF, 49. 5’, with blond hair and hazel eyes, enjoys museums. the zoo. romantic dinners, cuddling and movies. ISO a down-to-earth, honest S/D/WWWM, 35-52. with similar interests Ad# 3899 EXOTIC FLOWER! Seeking handsome, intelligent SM. who is honest, sincere and open-minded, someone I can share a tear or smite with Ad# 3631 MAYBE IT S YOU! WF 40, who enjoys the outdoors. is seeking a WM, 32-50, for a friendship and maybe more Call me. Ad#.3888 ALL FOR YOU! BF. 31. 5'4", black hair. 130lbs, outgoing, enjoys dancing and trying new things. ISO tall, handsome. fit SM. 29-45, who wdl spoil me, tor LTR. Ad* 3886 COME AND GET ME! Shy SWF, 42. 5T, 120fbs., light brown hair, enjoys going to movies and the quiet nights at home. ISO attractive, romantic SWM, 34-40, Call me. Ad# 3850 HIT ME UPII SWF, 19. 5'5', full-figured, red hair, blue/green eyes, funny outgoing and friendly. likes movies, hanging out and playing pool and bowling. ISO SM, 20-28. for friendship Ad#.3870 ONE IN A MILLION S8F. 39. 5'2’, 124lbs.. is very classy, intelligent, attractive, sexy, mature, open-minded, spontaneous, ISO SBM, 29-39. who is masculine, handsome, intelligent, outgoing, open-minded. Ad#.3861 SEARCHING FOR YOU SWF, 46. 56’. short auburn hair, brown eyes, enjoys fishing, bowling, movies, the beach, weekend getaways. ISO SWM. 37-45r who is sincere, respectful and looking for a LTR. Ad#.3857 QUIET TIMES SBF, 25, 5'2\ 133lbs , light complexion, dark brown eyes'hair, sweet, quiet, enjoys having fun, bicycling, horseback riding, the outdoors, traveling, ISO SBM, 32-41. who likes quiet times at home and doing things together. Ad# 3823 KIND AND SWEET SBF, 35,52r. 133tos.. 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 tun. Ad#.3822 JUST WHAT YOU NEED SWF, 49. 5'. blond haw, hazel eyes, medium build, enjoys gomg to the Kennedy Center, romantic dinners, dancing, camping, fishing, ISO SO/WWWM. who is laid-back, sincere, romantic, looking for a best Inend, companion, soulmate-type of person Ad#.3816 GIVE ME A TRY! SBPF, 33. 56*. 170fos.. brown/ black hair, outgoing, Iriendly. enioys 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". rod hair, enjoys movies traveling, spectator sports, walking, and dmmg. seeks WM, 46-56, .N/'S, educated, humorous and hardworking. Ad#. 3810 GREAT FRIENDS Are you a SM. 60^ If so. I’m an outgoing S8F, 55, who enjoys gomg to the movies and having fun! If this interests you, give this SBF. 55, a chance1 Ad#.3007 I’M FOR YOU SBF, 36, N/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. ST. 210lbs.. red/black hair, very Inendty, outgoing, enjoys cooking, movies, books, dmmg out. long walks, cuddling, talking, ISO SM 1835, who is outgoing, intelligent, with same interests Ad# 3789 SOFT AND SENSUOUS ISO mature, fun-loving SBM. 3848, lor friendship, with DBPF 36, who enjoys long walks, champagne. jazz by the fireplace Ad# 3798 SOUL MATE Green-eyed SWF, 52, 53*. blonde hair, into family, horses, the outdoors, good family values ISO a SM. 48-65, who Nkes good American living Ad# 3781 TRUE LOVE Warm-hearted SWF, 53, 55". medium build, cares tor movies, 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/weK^it proportionate. li^it brown hair, loves muse, outdoors, gardening, history Looking for a similar-mnded SWM. 50-65. to share the day with . Ad# 3611 BLUE ANGEL Attractive petite SWPF. 55, ST. H6tos, with blonde hair, blue eyes, WS, NO. good sense of humor enjoys slow dancing, holding hands, boating, picnics, movies and more. ISO attractive SWPM. 56-67. with similar interests Ad# 1062 LONELY A LOOKING SWF. 42, brown hair, oreen eyes, medium build. ISO a respectful SWM, 45-50, to dine out with Ad# 3740 ABOVE AVERAGE Trim SWF, 45. 5'5’ blondr hair, light eyes, enjoys nature, outdoors. wattung, h#ung, gardening, dmmg mtout. movies, ISO SWM. 40-58. 5'9* or taller. Ad* 3729 PASSIONATE AQUARIUS Attractive, lamity-ooenfed. patient, understandmg SBF 37, 54*. brown eyes, loves beaches, concerts, amusement parks, concerts, cookouts, ISO SM. 3243. tor an old-fashioned romance Ad#.3713 wmmm—mmmm—mmmm IN SEARCH OF YOU SAPF, 42. 5 4*. 115lbs., enjoys the beach, dancing, movies, traveling, ISO SWM. 45-55, for a good friendship and a possible serious relationship. Ad#.3735 LOOK NO FURTHER! Very outgoing SHF, 22. 57’, 140tos., 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', 125fos., blonde hair, enjoys travel. movies, music and dmmg out. ISO honest, caring and fun SWM. 65-75, who has simitar interests, tor friendship first. Ad#.3722 CLASSY GIRL Confident, outgoing, friendly, employed SBF, 19, 53*, 155lbs.. ISO independent SM, 19-27. who knows how to treat a woman, for friendship and a relationship. Ad# .3717 STAY YOUNG TOGETHER Outgoing, honest and sincere SWF. 57, 57*. NS. brown hair, green eyes, enjoys quiet times at home, gardening, photography the Arts and volunteer work. ISO honest, caring and sincere SCWM, H'S. 52-62. who has similar interests, tor friendship first. Ad#.3716 JUST FRIENDS Friendly and outgoing SBF, 35. 5'3*. 120»bs , enjoys movies, dancing, dining out and working out. ISO honest and caring SBM, 33-39. who is also fit, doesn’t have children and jusl wants a casual friendship. Ad#.3712 IS THAT YOU? SWF, 58, 5*5*. 125lbs.. with tong blond hair and hazel eyes, enjoys music, traveling, picnics, arts and crafts, the ocean and more. ISO sincere, generous, , stable, humorous SWM. 55-75, NS. Ad #.3709 SHE MOVES IN Mystenous ways! Discover how this trim, toned dynamic WPF. 48, who's passionate about animals. expanded horizons and blazing new trails, manages to dc it all! ISO a compatible M. 3949. Ad#.3559 HOPE TO HEAR! SWF, 50, long blonde hair, hazel eyes, enjoys dining, beaches, music and the Arts. ISO a SAM, 48-75, humorous, stable, tor LTR Ad# 3325 LONELY HEARTS CLUB Active SBF, 18, loves walks, outdoors, movies, dining, adventure and good times. Seeking a down-to-earth SM, 18-38. with.a good head on his shoulders, tor dating. Ad#.3700 TAKE A CHANCE Secure, attractive SPBF, 39. home owner, kids grown. Looking to establish a LTR with a S8PM, 39-49. tall, attractive, friendly, for possible romance. Ad#.3698 SUMMER SIZZLER SBCF, 31. 5T, enjoys movies, the beach, outdoors, church, dining, family stuff, theater, traveling and much more. ISO honest. caring, respectful SM, under 40, for possible LTR. Ad#.3696 r BE MY MAN Happy, outgoing SBF, 34, 54\ 250fbs., enjoys dancing, horseback riding, beach walks, ISO a hardworking, understanding, loveable SM. 25-40. Ad#.3545 CALL NOW SWF, 50. 5*5*, 125lbs.: enjoys movies, outdoors, music, the ocean and country kving. looking tor a SWM, 50-75, N/S. who's emottona&y and hnanaalty 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, en|oy$ theater. I me dmmg. long walks, traveling and quiet evenings. ISO a cultured SM. 52-65, who comfortable from jeans to suits, with no baggage, lor friendship, possible relationship Ad# 3101 LIKE KIDS? Outgoing, adventurous SWF, 24. 5’2', 145#>s., with long brown hair Interests include parks and spending time with tour year old daughter. ISO iamily-oriented SWM. 24-35. for friendship Ad#.3610 CALL ANDTALK Attractive, humorous SWF, 63, 5'5’, full-figured, blue-eyed blonde, enjoys dancing, reading, hiking, jazi music, art and history. ISO honest, fun-loving SWM. 50-70, tor a casual relationship Ad# 3607 BE SURE TO CALL Kind, humorous S8F. 49, 5'5’, full-figured, brown hair/eyes. Interests are plays, museums, walks, church and the Bible ISO gentle, outgoing SCM. 45-55. for friendship. Ad#.3604 LIKE TO SMILE? Creative, friendly, fun SWF, 43, 5’2’. brown hair, enjoys music, cats, concerts, dining and antiques. ISO fun-loving, tall, slender SWM, 35-50. for friendship Ad# 3600 FRIENDS FIRST SWF, 54. enjoys travel, nature, computers and classical music. ISO thoughtful, stable SWPM, 45-65, for a LTR. Ad#.3596 COMMON BOND Employed SBF. 27. 5’5K, 155lbs, enjoys movies, museums and outdoor activities. ISO SM. 2740. tor friendship, possible relationship. Ad#.2122 DON’T PASS ME UPI SWF. 45, N/S. blonde hair, light eyes, 5'5", likes nature, dining, gardening, movies, outdoor activities ISO a SWM. 40-58, N/S, 5’9V for possible LTR Ad#.3581 HEART OF GOLD Sincere, honest SBF. 37, single mother. 5'4’, brown eyes, likes music, amusement parks, dining, poetry. Seeking a respectful, special SM, 33-41, who will not take me tor granted and will give his all to a committed LTR. Ad#.3679 CAT LOVER Very pretty, romantic, honest SW rrom. 34. 5'. 185tos.. strawberry Wood 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, shapety. classy SBCPF, 40. hopes to find a LTR with a kind-hearted SWCM. 3552. loves dining out. films, theatre. the outdoors, going to church. Ad# 3505 SPRING INTO LOVE Romantic SHF, 47. 5 . 14008., dark hair, brown eyes, enjoys walks in the country side, reading. the outdoors, movies, theatre. dining. Seeks gregarious SWM. 47-57. for LTR. Ad#.3503 SOULMATE? SWF. 52. tall, blonde hair, blue eyes, just wants to rebuild her life, with someone special. ISO a SM. 50-99. tall, mature, for LTR. Ad#.3488 GIVE A JINGLE OF. 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 outdoors, walk, hiking, fishing and nature. ISO an old-fashioned, respectful SWM. 36-60. Ad#.3483 LOOKING FOR YOU SBF, 41, humorous, enjoys sports, activities and going out ISO SBM, 4046, 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 UNIVERSALISTIC 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, dining out and much more. ISO SM. 49-55, who's canng. 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, outdoors/ witty, optimistic values health and integrity, tor LTR. Ad#.3455 ANYTHING OUTDOORS Fun WF, 26, 5‘8". medium-built, auburn hair, hazel eyes, loves laughter, fishing, 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", medium-built. Wood, blue eyes, enjoys dmmg out, concerts, cinemas, walks, looking for a SWCM, 52-65. Ad#.3426 A WARM SPIRIT SWPM 41, 5’10". 180lbs., is seeking a down-to-earth SF, for a LTR, who «s financially secure like himself, likes healthy living and home ownership. Ad#.5243 ON THE BRIGHT SIDE Spend the golden years with this outgoing, humorous, attractive SWM, 62. 6'2*. with brown hair and hazel eyes, who seeks that special SWF 54-64, tor companionship. LTR His interests include working out. the outdoors. traveling and more. Ad#. 1444 STILL KICKING WWWM. 70, 6V, slim, attractive. ISO a pretty lady, with a good figure, then I like the same things you like, let's talk! Ad# 3081 THE SIMPLE LIFE Friendly SWM. 45. 65\ 185!bs. brown hair, blue eyes, enjoys horses, nature, sunsets, music, family file. ISO SWF. 30-50. similar interests for friendship. Ad#.3961 LET S BE ONE SWM, 75, 5'5', 140fbs., athletic, outgoing, fnendty, enjoys fishing, boating, traveling, movies. ISO a SWF, bOS9. attractive, warm, for friendship and more. Ad#.4148 WHAT DO YOU WANT? Outgoing, energetic, respectful SWM. 48. 6T, 210ibs., N/S. Ikes reading, plays, travel and dining. Seeking attractive SWF, 30-50. Ad# 4121 YOU CAN T GO WRONG Easygoing, very good-looking Italian DWM, 50, 510". 185lbs.. college graduate. enjoys antiques, dining, movies, hiking, biking, plays, concerts. ISO a SF, 35-55. who likes to have fun Ad#.3293 LET S GET STARTED SAM. 54, outgoing, happy, enjoys drama, cooking, shopping. gardening ISO hardworking. trustworthy SWF, 29-45. with similar interests, for friendship, Ad#.4212 FRIENDS FIRST! Friendly, outgoing, smart SHM, 28. enjoys sports, having fun, ISO intelligent, cute SF. 18-35. for good conversations' and fun. Ad# 4210 TIRED OF BEING ONE College-educated SWM, 56. salt & pepper hair, hazel eyes, concerts. baligames, fishma hiking, drives, movies. ISO SWF, 37-56. to spend time with Ad#.4190 WHATEVER HAPPENS SWM, 41, 6 . blue eyes, likes sailing, dining out and more. ISO SWF, 30-48. with similar interests. Ad# 4205 MR. FIX IT SAM. 20. 59". 185lbs.. brown ' hair and eyes, likes movies, dining out and new people Seeking sincere, honest SF, 18-25. Ad#.4202 EASYGOING GUY SWM, 46, 5*8", 190lbs., enjoys music, riding motorcycles, bowling. quiet times, cuddling. ISO SWF, 35-50. honest, trustworthy, with similar interests. Ad#.4201 TRUE GENTLEMAN SWM. 48, home owner, 6'3". brown hair and eyes, enjoys swimming, golf, flea markets and antiques ISO SDWF. 26-58, for companionship. Ad#.4192 |CNVS 2001 Vicuna: Occupation: UnieAaAlA: Scat in atifo: Mark Web Designer Book stores, sushi, poetry, Patsy Cline, old Scooby Doc cartoons, surfing the web, Star Trek and tall women. Find a woman who doesn' t think he's a geek for being a Trekkie. t BacauM BvaMpm a difflatent. Call us today to place your FREE personal ad. SOMETHING SPECIAL Semi-retired WWWF, 69, ST. 125lbs . auburn hair, hkes dancing. dining bowling, music, sports, puzzles, reading and more Wants to meet a kind, loving. fit. emotionally/fmancially stable SWM, 65-80. for LTR Ad# 3691 HOLD MY HAND Upbeat DWF, 47.5'9”, short hair, blue eyes. Interests include: nights out, golf, bowkng, camping. traveling. Seeking a lun-lovmg intelligent SWM. 45-54, for romance. possible LTR. Ad# 3687 SOMEWHERE OUT THERE My true love awaits and this medium-built, outgoing, happy BPF. 46, likes movies, walks, sports, is determined to find you! ISO hardworking. Iife-lovina, commitment-minded WM. 4855. Ad#.3549 I’LL BE WAITING SWF, 42. 54', proportionate, enjoys long walks, theater, travel, the beach and muse Seeks kind, worthy SWM, 42-53. who 6 a good communicator toe a possible LTR. Ad#.3684 ARE YOU IT? Introverted SBF, 23. 5'4’. 240tbs.. light-skinned, short brown hair and brown eyes, enjoys piaymg 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 8ENSE OF HUMOR SWF. 40, 56’, 130tos., brown hair, green eyes seekina a handsome, brown eyed SWM, 37-53. with dark hair and okve skin. I love boating, sailing, swimmmg. reading and fishing. Ad#.3621 OLD-FASHIONED LTR Very attractive SBF, 37. 54’, medium build, medium complexion, shoulder-length has. dark brown eyes, loves working out, kids and more. Seeking a tarmlyonented, understanding SM, 3342 Ad# 3627 APPLE PIE Independent, secure SWF, 56. 5'10" enjoys l«hmg. traveling, dancmg, NASCAR, ISO SM. to enjoy outdoors, sight-seeing, fun times, tor friendship. Ad# 3646 maybe rrsvoui SWF, 58 5'5', t25lbs., blonde han. hazel eyes, kkes music, #iealer, travel, museums outdoors activities, country living. It you are a kind, generous, stable SM. 50-75, N/S. with good character, sense ol humor, call me ASAP! Ad#.3552 LOOKING 4 HAPPINESS? Slender, fit WF 50, brown hair/eyee. enjoys yoga, swimming. hiking, reading traveling, international cuisine, snodtelmg. ISO independent, commitmentminded M. 38-56, who loves Me 8 enjoys Ins work. Ad# 3670 AS LONG AS ITS FUN Count me In! Humorous, tun WPF 27, tikes fishing, campmg. the outdoors. ISO an employed, secure, outdoorsy, fun WM. 28 40 Ad# 3547 DREAMMAKER Experience all your sweetest dreams of romance and happiness with this lull-figured, attracts BF 59. who likes finer things in Me. candlelit (towers. plays, movies ISO a sincere, honest SBM. 57-63. NfS Ad# 3539 KIND-HEARTED? Attractive SBPF. 40. 5’9\ 145lbs.. short hair, enfoys church. theatre, traveling, dining out and the outdoors. ISO a sincere. stable, kVS SWM. 3850. tor alTR. Ad# 3384 FILL THE BILL Fit. sincere SHF, 49. S'#*, educated. loves reading, animate, museums, dining, dancing, music. ISO SHAWM, 47-60. heighl/weight proportional#. Ad«.3618 PISHING PARTNER Petrie, lively; energetic SWF 47, blond hair, blue eyes, loves dancing, movies, theatre. Iht beach, relaxing quel nights at home Seeking healthy, fit, honest SWM. 39-57, over 511*. who enjqrs going fishing. Ad#3516 SERIOUS REPLIES ONLY Wry tnerxfy. extroverted 9BCF, 54, fu8ligured. Mtee movies, socializing, theatre, gomg to church, doing. Hopes tor a LTR with a trustworthy SWCM, 50, who likes to go to church Ad# 3614 A MIRROR IMAGE Petite SWF 52. brown hair, blue eyes, warm, affectionate, likes biking, walks, music, art. museums. traveling, seeking SWM. 48-62, self-sufficient, stable, humorous with similar interests Ad# 3419 Men Women RESPECTFUL PERSON Loyal, affectionate WM, 42. loves, (rawing, cooking, long doves, and the beach, ISO LTR. with a tan, happy WF, 35.-43. Ada 4238 ADO TO MY LIFE Shy WM. 44. 58" enjoys working out. motorcycles, classic cars, seeking sincere, honest SF. 35-49. for friendship Ad4.4237 HIKE TO MV HEART Shy SWM. 49 5'1f. 17011)$, brown hair, entoys hiking. ISO tit. attractive SWF, 42-48, with similar interests, hr LTR Ad» 4228 SPORTS FAN Honest SM. 42.6', 200*>s.. likes football, basketball, boxing, running ISO honest SF. 33-46. lor friendship. Ad*.4223 WILD DUDE Outgoing, comical SWM, 32. 8T. 230tbs , entoys camping fatting ISO SWF. 22-50 to share Me with, lor fnendshp. Ad# .4227 LOOK NO FURTHERI Love a here to slay between tha SWM. 50, NTS, and you: SF. 3245. Ad< 4240 R U INTERESTED? SWM, 41, 5'V, likes camping, lafang and going out to have a good lime ISO SF. 21-48, hi casual dating Ada 4239 LETS HANG OUT! Handaome. laid-back SAM, 25. 5T. 1651b*. UlS. Seeking petite, laid-back SF. 18-35. lor clubs, music, movies and more Ada 4236 LIFE’S TOO SHORT Athletic SWM, 51.5 10\200tos , attorney, likes golt SCUBA diving and traveling. Seeking attractive SWF, 40-47. N/S. shapely and athletic. Ad# 4189 ENJOY THE OUTDOORS Attractive WM, 34. 510', brown hair/eyes. I90tbs , enjoys camping, fishing, long drives Seeking SWF, 21-69. who's commitmentminded. AdM186 A* SWPM, 50 teacher, likes the outdoors, cultural activities and more Seeking SWF, 35-45, tor friendship first Ad# 4172 GOOD LISTENER SWM, 55, 510', 1904*.. likes sports, beaches, movies, dancing. dming, museums, picnics. Seeks LTR with SF 45-58. Ad# 4104 WILL YOU CUDDLE? SWM, 27. 5T, ISOlbs. outgoing, likes music, biking, running, movies Seeking SF. 21-30, similar inlerest. sense of humor, tor friendship Ad#.4195 FIT AND SINGLE SWM. 59, 6’2r, 220tbs., N/S, fit, outgoing, easygoing, likes shows, dining, walks. ISO SWF. 38-49, tor friendship Ad#.4181 GO GET IT GUY SWM 51 62’, 210ibs , friendy. outgoing, hardworking, likes photography bowling. softball, golf, ISO SF. similar interests, 35-55, tor LTR. Ad4.4178 LIGHT-HEARTED SBM. 47. N/S, 6 T. athletic build, easygoing, fun, tikos reading, writing ISO SF, 35-55, similar interests, tor casual relationship. Ad#.4071 OPEN-MINDED SBM. 24. N/S. 5'H\ 155tbs. Shy but outgoing. Ikes music, poetry ISO SBCF. 18-24. openminded. tor friendship. Ad#.4171 IT TAKES TWO >bu: outdoorsy, sincere athlete SWF 28-39. 57V Me: ftt. humorous SWM, 39. N/S X>u and me: enjoying outdoors activities, dm mg out/'in, enjoy mg each others company. Montgomery County. Ad# 4 f 08 DO YOU LOVE TO LAUGH SWM. 42, 6'. medium build, dark hair/eyes, loves laughter enjoys the outdoors dining out. movies and more Seeking" a SF 35-49. family-onentated. affectionate Ad# 4713 LETS GET TOGETHER Outgoing SWCM. 56. 5’9”. 175lb$., kind, considerate, enjoys concerts, beaches, movies, fishing, cooking and more ISO SWF, 48-62. with same interests, for LTR. Ad#.4168 I’M THE ONE WM, 52, 510". 185lbs., qreat sense of humor, enjoys fishing, bowling, movies, concerts and long drives. Looking for a friendly SF 35-45, with similar interests. Ad#.4160 WAITING FOR YOU WM. 36 5T, 160fbs., blonde hair, enjoys horseback riding, golf, swimming, traveling and dining out. Seeks outgoing and fun SF 21-40. lor friendship Ad#.4146 SERIOUS RELATIONSHIP SWM 42. 64'. 260!bs. very Inendly. enjoys cooking, reading, music, long walks. ISO an easygoing SWPF, 32-48, likes quiet time and going out Ad# 4140 LOOKING FOR ROMANCE Down-to earth SM, 42. 5'10”, 185*bs.. very sincere, passionate, enjoys live music, reading, walking, movies and quiet times at home Seeks SWF, 22-35, medium-buitt, for serious relationship Ad# 3832 BE THE ONE Friendly, nice DWM. 64, 140lbs.. no children, N/S, likes movies, walking, dining in/out. country music. ISO D'SWF, 55-65. ti'S, honest, trustworthy, who wants to share quality time together. Ad# 4162 RIDE WITH ME SWM. 46. 5'8', I90lbs, enjoys mwsic, riding motorcycles, bowling. quiet times, cuddling. ISO SWF 30-50, honest, trustworthy, with similar interests. Ad#.4132 SOUL SEARCHING BM. 39, 5T. 170lbs., friendly, easygoing, likes romantic evenings, dining out, music, sports, clubs ISO SF. 25-40. whos open-mmded, honest, easygoing Ad# 4133 FLY ME TO THE MOON SWM, 59. fit. humorous, romantic. monogamous, enjoys fitness, current events, theatre, astronomy Seoking SWF. 40-65. for LTR. Ad# 4142 HUMUROUS GUY SWM, 53, outgoing, 59’. 190lbs. enjoys music, couhtry drives, reading, casino's, fine dining ISO SF 40-55, attractive, similar interests Ad# 4099 WAITING FOR YOU BM, 19. 56'. nice-looking, sty likes quality time, going out ISO SWF 18. for casual times. Adt.4135 WHATEVER HAPPENS Romantic, affectionate, easygoing SAM. 40. college educated. ISO SF 46-60 who's kind-hearted. likes traveling, tor quality time. Ad#.4131 EARLY 50S SWM Aging hippie still looking for soulmate, likes nature, biking, movies ISO a kind lady with sense of humor and similar interests, tor LTR. Ad# 4105 UP FOR ANYTHING SWM, 42 59’, 165lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, real outdoorsy. likes all sports the beach, dancing to oldies, picnics and friends. ISO SWF, 30-42. to be that special someone. Is this you? Ad#. 1064 KEY FOR LOCK? SWPM, 51: 6’4", 190lbs., dark hair and eyes, enjoys movies, the Arts, working out and quiet evenings ISO a hetght/weight proportionate SWF, 30-45, N/S. who loves life Ad#.2960 MODERATE SWM. 41, 510", light brown hair and brown eyes. He is a great listener and enjoys films, mountain chmbing, reading and trying new things He's seeking a cute SW/AF. 29-43, who's m-shape, enjoys the outdoors and independence Ad# 4117 COMMON INTERESTS SM. 48, 57', medium build, dark features He enjoys art, music, tennis, camping and tamify. He is seeking a SF 30-45. who enjoys the same. Ad# 4113 WHITE KNIGHT Active SWPM, 48, enjoys swimming. biking, football, muse, seeks a adventurous SF 21 -60 to enjoy the finer things in life Your chariot awaits1 Germantown. Ad#.4127 CHECK THIS OUT! Ambitious S8M, 25, 6'. 168lbs enjoys movies clubbing, dining laughter Seeks fuller-figured Sr. 24-30, for good times, good laughs, good fun. Silver Springs. Ad# 4110 NO PLAYERS PLEASE Chess, drawing, spontaneity, enjoying life are some interests of this genuine. straight-up SBM, 34, N/S. interested in meeting a SWF, 21-40, tor a real relationship Ad#.4109 THE GOOD LIFE AWAITS IF you're a SW/HF, 38-52, slender and famify-onented, call this SWPM, 62. who enjoys I me dining. classical music and finer living Ad# 4103 PEPPER ISO SALT SBM. 24, tak, black haw. original fy from Africa, enjoys sports, soccer especially ISu a pretty SWF 28-29. friendship first. Ad# 3891 SHARE YOUR DREAMS With me DBM. 40, 6 . 230fbs enjoys the Arts, cooking, dining, sports, sharing of ideas and goals. ISO SF, 20-45. Ad# 4123 A PRINCE Charming SWM. 34, 5’4', 145lbs, likes bowing, horseback ndng, canoeing, volleyball Seek* goal-oriented SF. 30-40. tor LTR. Adi.3479 SPICE OF LIFE! Outgoing, friendty SBM, 22. 6 175to$, enjoys movies, playing basketball, seeking fumy, caring SBF 19-30. lor LTR. Ad# 4088 COMMITTED TO YOU Fun-tovng. quiet SWM, 35, 6T. 220lbs , enjoys music, sports, quiet times at home. ISO downto-earth, serious, honest, oneman woman. 18-35. tor LTR Ad# 4081 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 M Mala 0 Divorced H Hispanic A Asian S Smote P Professional M'S Non-smoker NA Native American O Double Deter B Black F Female C Christian W White J Jewish WW Widowed N/D Non-dr inker ISO In search of . LTR Long-term Relationship This publication is a community, lamily publication Anything appearing in The Community Meeting Place must be appropriate tor all ages. Participants in Th© Community Meeting Place must be 18 years or older. The Community Meeting Place is restricted to individuals seeking personal, monogamous relationships. 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Use ol Ihts 1 column tor business solicitation will be prosecuted. 8/31 NA/SO 1358 Mlfflini Additionalft/o>uJ&.., To purchase more than your free 30 words, at $1.00 per word, please send your name, address, phone I and personal ad, along with a check or money order (payable to NVS Interactive Media) or Visa or MasterCard, including expiration date and signature to PO Box 1571, Ext 1358, Williamsville, NY 14231. (10 word minimum / 45 word maximum) ' READY TO JOIN ME? SWM. 40, 6T, 2lOibs., brown hatr/eyes, enjoys rearing, outdoors, animals, painting, sports, seeking SWF, 2M3. for LTR Ad# 4078 SWEETHEART SWM. 47. 5*11'. 215lbs enjoys weightlifting, traveling, bike nding, running, festivals. ISO SF, 40-47, with similar interests, friends first Ad# 4073 SHY GUY! WWWM. 46 5 10'. 205lbs., brown hair/eyes, enjoys outdoors, sun, the beach, movies, concerts, seeking affectionate SWF, 40-50. with similar interests. Ad#.4064 HERE I AM! Outgoing, fun-loving SAM. 30 5*11*. 175lbs.. enjoys outdoors, water, having fun. seeking fun. attractive SWF, 25-37. for casual relationship Ad# 4060 BE THERE FOR ME SBM. 25. 5'5", 140lbs. enjoys basketball and football. ISO intelligent SWF, 23-28, lor LTR Ad# 4051 CARE TO JOIN ME? SBM. 27. 6T, 147lbs.. enjoys shooting pool, clubs, movies, dmmg out. seeking SF, 20-31, with similar interests, lor friendship. Ad#.4047 MULTIPLY LIFE X2 Attractive, athletic, down-toearth. intelligent DWPM. 38. 5’9'. muscular, enjoys music, sports, animals, workouts., the simple pleasures in life ISO a kind, caring, open, honest, romantic, adventurous, loving D/SPF, 28-43. for friendship, LTR. Ad#.2681 SHY AT FIRST Honest SWP dad. 31, 5'11". 155lbs, brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys movies, dmmg, walks, family times. ISO honest, attractive SWF, 21-40. Ad# 4057 IN SEARCH OF YOU Shy, degreed SWPM, 40, 510". 160lbs . brown hair, enjoys the beach, quiet times, movies. ISO SF, 47-55. tor LTR Ad# 4043 SOUND INTERESTING? SW dad. 47. 6 . 18CHbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys tennis, the mountains, traveling, sports, concerts. ISO friendly, outgoing SWF 37-48, NS. Ad#.4044 SOMEONE LIKE YOU Easygoing, flexible SWM, 48, 5'6", 160lbs.. brown hair, enjoys movies, sports, TV. traveling, history. ISO never married, childless. Filipino SF, 35-50. Ad#.4045 SUMMER ACTIVITIES SWPM 52. enjoys theatre, dining. travel, outdoors, tennis, golf, hiking, boating, music. Seeks SWF, 35-39. lor casual times & activities Ad# 4041 ATTENTION: CLAIRE \bu responded to ad*3878, “ Hopeless Romantic', but you didn't leave your phone number Please respond to this ad1 Ad# 4039 CATCH YOUR INTEREST SBM, 26, stable, enjoys fishing, baseball, basketball, blading ISO SWF, 18-39. self-sufficient, for casual dating first. Ad#.4037 TIME TO GET OUT! SBM, 41. 6', 170lbs.. low cut. kind, enjoys swimming, jogging and basketball ISO SF. 18-35 nice, to do things together Ad#. 4031 ROMANTIC NIGHTS Unreserved SWM. 48, 5'10". 162lbs., salt & pepper hair, enjoys swimming, movie nights & more! Seeks monogamous SF. 28-54, LTR Ad#.4025 FRIENDS FIRST!! DPWM, 45. NS. 225lbs„ gray hair, has humor, enjoys movies, dining, motorcycles, music and concerts ISO SWF 38-50, with common interests. Ad#.4026 MARRIAGE MINDED Shy SBM. 35,6T. 200lbs , light skm, enjoys cooking, staying in. movies long drives Seeking a mature SBF 35-50, for commitment. Ad# .4014 GOOD CONVERSATIONS! SBM. 39, 5'6' 148lbs. black hair, outgoing, enjoys working out, dancing, movies and dining ISO SWF, 18-43. understanding and nice Ad#.4016 ENJOYMENT TOGETHER DM, 35, fit, HIS. outgoing, enjoys life and the company ol people ISO SF, 21-40. honest, small/medium build, for LTR • Ad# .4013 DON'T LOOK BACK SWM, 65 6 . 255lbs.. hazel eyes Likes walking, gardening, going out ISO tun-loving SWM, 30-59, lor good times ahead Ad*.4009 CALL RIGHT AWAY DWM. 51, 59 , 18410s.. green eyes, enioys beaches, oceans, music, Asian food. ISO healthy SWF. 40-50 N.S lor trendshrp Ad*4002 LET'S BE HAPPY SWM. 37. handsome smoker enioys |azz, rock. soul, working out and yoga ISO SBF 27-52. lo share love together Ad* 4000 NATURAL BEAUTY Sell-employed SWM, 38 160tbs.. blonde hair blue eyes laid-back, into ihe outdoors, music, dining in or out. ISO ol SF 34-41, who enioys the simple things m life Ad# 3749 HOPELESS ROMANTIC Humorous, kind WM 35. 64". 195lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, great sense of humor, a good listener, enioys the beach, reading, basketball, workouts. TV ISO a kind, honest, humorous, attractive. loyal SF, 27-40. lor LTR Ad# 3878 LETS GET TOGETHER SWM. 41. 64- 27(*bs, blond hair blue eyes, easygoing, laidback. tunny, enioys martial arts, moves outdoors. ISO SF, 1845. sensuous, loving, playlul, lun. lor friendship Ad#.3994 LOOKING FOR LOVE SBM, 34 handsome. 61' educated, honesl. laid-back, enioys running, music, arts movies, biking, running dining oul. Seeking SWF 23-38 lo gel lo know Ad# 3990 CALL AND TALK Conventional SBM, 37. 5'11*, 170lbs, dark complexion enjoys church moves dinmg, quel evenings Seeks a sexy simple SBF, 31-39, Irendehip. Ad# 3985 READY FOR FUN? Shy SBM, 24, ISO SBF. 18-24 who enjoys poetry, carnivals, moves walks n tie park, good conversation lor starters trendsnip Ad# 3981 WITHIN REACH SBM, 35. a chet by trade, a gentleman by lean Seeks SBF, 35 50 tor a committed relabonstxp possibly marriage Ad# 3980 SPANISH FLY Seeking a sexy SHF 19, 5 T, hazel eyes (rum Equadot I m a tun-loving SWM. 19 lor adventure. frendship and morel Ad# 3958 SPIRITUALLY GROUNDED '* Degreed SH/BM, 48. 5'10'. 200!bs.. a homeowner, who' * enjoys all church activities, « ISO a sensuous, unique SF. * 25+ Ad#.5021 LOOKING 4 Honest SF 25-40, to share m movies, music, biking, hiking and possibly a LTR. with a 5T, shy HM. 32. Ad#.3965 CARE TO EXPLORE l Movies dining, dancing, affection and romance, with a 55’ * WM, M-S7 Well he seeks you for quality time. Ad#,3955 DO YOU WANT.. An honest WM, 54, to share in hunting, SCUBA diving, musifc. and movies? Seeks you WF 4055, N/S Ad# 3942 LET’S MEET SWM, 25. 5'8", blond hair, blue eyes, hardworking. enjoys sports, traveling. ISO SWF. 2029, who's outgoing, for LTR. Ad*.3941 WAITING FOR YOU Shy. loyal SWF. 37. ISO a trustworthy SWF. 21-42. who’s financially/emotionally secure, for possible LTR. Ad*.3940 LET’S GETAWAY SWM, 49. 6', I80lbs., black hair. ^ brown eyes, N.S. affectionate, easygoing, enjoys music, sports, traveling, dining, beaches. » mountains, cars ISO an affec- - tionate. wise, fun SF. 37-50.''' Ad*.3944 LOOK HERE This handsome Itaban hunk is a waiting your call! He's a SWM, 44. 6’2". 175lbs.. fit, trim, gamefree, sincere & direct He enjoys music, guitar, the outdoors, riding motorcycles. ISO a SWF. 30- r 46. with similar interests.r ’ Ad* 3924 I’M WAITING FOR YOU SWM. 55, tall, dark hair, blue eyes, mustache easygoing, sincere. enjoys music, sports out- . doors, good times ISO a SBF, 35-55. whos open, hones!, sincere, down to-earth. Ad*.3935 SOMEONE SPECIAL SWM. 39. 511'. 190fbs.. strawberry/blond hair, sweet, enjoys bicycling, beaches, relaxing at home ISO a SWF, 28-41.N/S. . N-D. lovable. fun-loving; Ad* 3913 EXTREME FUN SWPM, 20. 62", 176lbs., browrv'btond hair, enjoys movies, ' dining out. skydiving, rock climb- ' mg, snowboarding ISO SF 1821, fun, looking for a LTR. ‘ 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 hair, ha/el eyes, outgoing fun-loving, positive. enjoys guitar, drawing, art ISO outgoing SWF, 20-30. * Ad*.3925 LET S HAVE FUN SWPM 42. 6'2*. 210lbs.. Wood hair, open, friendly, outgoing, trusting, enjoys golf, outdoors, history, traveling, his child. ISQ ’ SF 27-47, attractive, outgoing, fun-loving. Ad*.3922 REAL GENTLEMAN SBM. 31. 6T. 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.1 fit. easygoing. open-minded, enjoys shows, dinners, walks, dancing. . ISO fit SWF 42-49 Ad* 3918 I LL TREAT YOU RIGHT SWM, 43. 58’, I90fos., brown hair/eyes, N/S. enjoys dining out beaches, music, movies. ISO a SWF, 32-52. who s kind, considerate & financially stable. Ad*.3917 SETTLE DOWN WITH ME SWM. 38, 62-. 185lbs„ long brown hair, green eyes, enjoys working out. mountain bike ridmg, rock climbing, and more, seeking adventurous fit, confident, tall, attractive SWF, 21-35. N/S, no children, for LTR Ad# 3911 EXCITE MEI Easygoing, fun-loving SWM. 24. enjoys children, animals, outdoors. seeking SWF, 21-31. for possible LTR Ad# 3894 LOVES DIVERSITY Open-minded, romantic WPM, 31, 6 3 190tbs, 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 ’ ME AND YOU Outgoing, easygoing, employed SWM 29. 6T, 230lbs. with' blue eyes and blond hair, enjoys racing, quiet evenings and horseback riding, ISO an outgoing SWF 27-45 to spend time together Ada 3898 GUARANTEE Chose this SBPM. 27, 5'If, t45lbs and he wtll be there tor you 100%. He's ISO SWF, 24SI with family values, for a - strong bonding relationship Ad* 3896 HAVE SOME FUN SWM. Italian, 22. 5T. 155tbs„ black hair, brown eye6. likes to cook, ISO a sweet SHF, 18-23,' with a good head on her shoulders, for casual relationship. Ad# 3880 TAKE THIS HEART Honest, down-to-earth, easygoing S8M 59, 56". I40tbs likes dining, theatre and dancing. Seeking a balanced, mielligem affectionate SWF 48-60, tor Iriendship lirsl. maybe more. Ad*. 3879 BE THE ONE Shy SWM. 40. 5’10", 190lbs., long blond hair, blue eyes, average build, eri|oys bowling, swimming and listing ISO a SWF, 30-45. tor a LTR Ad* 3877 ARE WE A MATCH? TaH friendly outgoing SWM, 27, brown hair, haiet eyes, enjoys playing guild' b*e ridmg and swimming ISO an intelligent SWF 22 35, who Mies to have tun Ad# 38/6 ROMANCE A SHOW BIZ ’’ This kind, bright, fun. honeet, appealing DWPM 50«h, NS, ff4\ 205lbs who owns his own entertainment business is pa* slocate about animals, humor, adventures, movies, music. Seeking similar qualtoes/ntetf*t# m S-DWF Ad# 3721 ONLY TAKES ONE SWM. 35 511", 235tb», tone black hair brown eyes, is seeto mg a SWF 21-48, lor a friendship first, possible LTR Ad# 3865 BE SURETOCALLI I will light your tire! SWM. 24, 135lbs enjoys ouldoors, movies, camptig, seeking SWF, 20 25. wiin sumier nferests. to< Iriendship, possibly mote Ad# 3534

Obituaries Virgie Sanders Government worker Virgie May Sanders, 91, of Flint Hill died Tuesday, Aug. 28 at Fauquier Hospital in Warrenton. Mrs. Sanders was a federal government employee for 35 yeafs and served as the Special Assistant to the Joint Chiefs of Staff for the Department of Defense at the Pentagon. Survivors include one daughter, Arlene Sanders of Flint Hill; three granddaughters, Marie Roemer of New York, Bick Roemer of Manassas and Claire Hanna of Ashbum and three greatgrandchildren, Jordan Hanna, Jason Kwon and Spencer Roemer-Bello. Funeral services were conducted on Saturday, Sept. 1 at Price Funeral Home in Manassas. Interment followed at National Memorial Park, Falls Church. William Lanning Jr. Washington resident William “Bill” Lanning Jr., 56, of Washington died Monday, Aug. 27 at his residence. He was born Feb. 1, 1945 in Lackawanna, Pa. to the late William John Joseph Lanning Sr. and Helen M. Bolinski Zdunski. Mr. Lanning was a veteran of the United States Armed Forces. He was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington. Mr. Lanning was on the board of directors and an officer at Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue. Survivors include two daughters, Lisa Lanning of Tampa, Fla. and Denise Lanning of North Port, Fla.; a son, Scott Lanning of Tennessee and three step-children, Vicki Jenkins of Culpeper, Melissa Feather of Remington and Nichole Rhinehart of Manassas. Additional survivors include his wife, Patricia Lou Burch Lanning of Bealeton and four grandchildren. Memorial services were conducted on Saturday, Sept. 1 at Trinity Episcopal Church with Rev. Jennings Hobson officiating. Found and Sons Funeral Chapel in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Gary Cameron Plumber A. Gary Cameron, 49, of Front Royal died Wednesday, Aug. 29 at his residence. Funeral services were conducted on Saturday, Sept. 1 at Maddox Funeral Home with Rev. Jimmy Burke. Burial followed in the Williams Family Cemetery in Chester Gap. Mr. Cameron was born Nov. 17, 1951 in Warren County, son of the Albert D. Cameron of Chester Gap and the late Gertrude Wines Cameron. He was the owner and operator of Gary’s Plumbing in Front Royal. He was a past member of the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 829 and the Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge 4265. He was a member of the Chester Gap Baptist Church. In addition to his father, other survivors include his wife of 27 years, Bonnie D. Cameron; two daughters, Carrie Jaclyn Cameron and Kayla Cameron Payne, both of Front Royal and a sister, Brenda Jenkins of Chester Gap. He was predeceased by his mother and a sister, Elaine Tharpe. Mitchell Jenkins Retired US Postal Service Mitchell Ellis Jenkins, 84, of Woodville died on Thursday, Aug. 29 at Culpeper Regional Hospital. He was born May 30, 1917 in Rappahannock County, a son of the late Ellis H. Jenkins and Savilla C. Jenkins. Mr. Jenkins retired from the United States Postal Service in 1990 with a blemish free record. He is survived by a sister, Virginia J. Woodard of Sperryville and a number of cousins. In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by a brother, George Booten Jenkins. Dream workshop planned at Healing Arts Center “Dream Healing Journey” with Dona Matera DD, MA, CHt will be held on Saturday, Oct. 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This well received workshop will now be held for the first time in Sperryville, at the Rappahannock Healing Arts Center. Come tap into the hours you’re just sleeping away! Explore ways you can work with your inner world of dreams, alone and in community, with the support and richness of a dream circle. Through guided dream reentry, you can open the doors td your inner wisdom and journey into the living heart of your dream, beyond the logical dream meanings. Symbols of dreams, waking trance, astrology, and hypnotherapy have been an integral part of Matera’s practice with others for 25 years. In 1984, Matera served on the steering committee for the First International Conference of the Association For the Study of Dreams, held in San Francisco. In addition to facilitating workshops here and abroad, Matera has presented these Dream Healing Journey workshops at conferences across the United States. Participants are encouraged to bring up to three or four dreams, either current ones, or recurring dreams from anytime in your life, or an old dream which may have felt very significant. If you have no recollection of a dream, you will access a waking dream in the workshop. Bring a pad of paper with pens, a snack apd bottle of water. Wear comfortable clothes, and wear or bring socks. Cost for the day is $75 by Sept. 29 or $85 after that date. To register, send your check to Journey To The Soul, 1351 LeParc Terrace, Charlottesville Va. 229013197. For questions, just call 434-973-7977. by Randy Minter Remembering A Life In preparing a funeral service for a beloved family member, consider writing a collection of remembrances for the person who will be delivering the eulogy. These personal memories breathe life into the words that will formally recollect the life that has just passed. Each of us would like to be recalled in terms of the loving bonds we created and lives we touched. To have our lives framed by the memories of our loving survivors is a fitting tribute. In a further effort to spark loving memories, friends and family members may want to select music favored by the deceased to be played during the service. Photographs spanning the deceased’s life may be incorporated into a suitable memory board. Sometimes family members prefer to stand up and offer their own remembrances to add a more personal touch to a service. At the Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, we know what you are looking for - a professional handling of the details, a respectful service to honor your loved one and compassion for your suffering. Call us at 540-347-3431 24-hours a day. Bright View Cemetery is just outside Warrenton and offers monuments and memorials for all cemeteries. "Grief is itself a medicine. ” - William Cowper Graveside services were conducted on Saturday, Sept. 1 at Sperryville Cemetery by the Rev. John K. Burke. Clore-English Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Virginia Compton Former resident Virginia “Ginger” Bailey Compton, 56, of Rixeyville died on Wednesday, Aug. 29 after a long illness. She was born and reared in Landover Hills, Md. and moved to Amissville as a teenager where she attended Rappahannock County High School. She met and married E. Leon Compton in 1961. In the past 40 years, they have attended Bethel Regular Baptist Church in Great Falls, Thoroughfare Bible Church in Brightwood and Hope Hill Baptist Church in Castleton. Mrs. Compton served churches in many different areas. Some of her gifts included Sunday School teacher, Vacation Bile School leader, camp counselor, church pianist and organist. A special talent she possessed was writing letters of encouragement and inspiration to those enduring difficult circumstances. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, E. Leon Compton or Rixeyville; two sons, Joseph Compton and his wife Gina of Richmond and Kenny Compton of Rixeyville and a daughter, Angie Lines and her husband, John of Culpeper. Additional survivors include five grandchildren; a sister, Barbara Wommack and her husband, Lloyd of Travelers Rest, S.C. and sever al nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted on Saturday, Sept. 1 at Found and Sons Chapel with Rev. John Lines and Rev. Milton Switzer Sr. officiating. Burial followed in the Compton Family Cemetery in Rixeyville. Ella Atkins Seamstress Ella Katherine Frye Atkins, 86, of Luray died on Friday, Aug. 31 at Page Memorial Hospital in Luray. She was born Aug. 3, 1915 in Rappahannock County, a daughter of the late Samuel Jackson Frye and Mittie Catherine Rutherford. Her husband was the late Monroe Kelly Atkins, who died July 27, 1953. Mrs. Atkins was a seamstress at Aileen Inc. and also at Blue Bell. Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday, Sept. 4 at the Bradley Funeral Home Inc. in Luray by Pastor Buddy Caviness and Rev. C. Wayne Richards. Burial was in the Culpeper National Cemetery. Survivors include six sons, Charles Heggie Frye and Kenneth C. Atkins, both of Luray, Marshall Monroe Atkins of Sperryville, Woodrow Paul “Woody” Atkins of Stanley, Robert E. Atkins of Warrenton and Ronald E. Atkins of Washington and two daughters, Charlotte A. Vaughn and Nancy C. Kellison, both of Luray. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren and 19 greatgrandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Atkins was also predeceased by a son, Ned M. Atkins. Winding, graceful, channels surrounded by the reeds snake along the shoreline, creating little island-beads. They bend along the meadows, meander here and there, without a stringent plan at all, with an independent air... Peeking out of rustling rushes, and hiding now and then, water-blue mirrors azure-blue, then disappear again. Then all flow together, a river is almost made, flowing past frag mites tall, and lapping in their shade... Parading sea grass marches with a tune of rustling leaves. And moaning all the while, a waning tide that grieves the high noon’s bright attention to its waterway, while making sparkling diamonds fall, , pay homage to the day... Minnow’s schools in muddy flats that glisten from the sun, swim and dream their rainbow dreams, while on the constant run from seagulls diving beaks that seek them as a meal, like a high-speed, diving squall - with a harrowing high squeal... Heron’s home for the summertime, a long way from home, pincher-crabs and mussels, both roaming in the foam; that briny froth that's frosting to the waters edge— that tickles winding cattail halls, and licks wild rose’s hedge... The Egret’s nest that’s gone to rest along the sandy shore; the pilings rot, the old boats not....are things to be no more, however, Mother Nature has a plan: thus far to be renewing: Each glorious day, the meadows play from Her imaginations musings... Cynthia Stamps Woodville Visit our website and view our on-line obituari -/I TT FOUND AND SONS FUNERAL CHAPELS • CREMATION SERVICE www.foundandsons.com [OflWOO MKj Mwt—nfl 'vV^BMMjffSSS;Bi3aH *k. Only $4.60 per week for a 1 inch space Next Deadline September 23 540-675-3338 BUILDING SUPPLIES Brandy Station Rt. 762 825-9690 M-F 7:30-6:00 Sat. 7:30-4:00 Closed Sunday CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs 540/825-0397 1418 Orange Rd . Culpeper CARPET EARLY’S CARPET. INC. The One-Slop Shop lor complete Hone Decorating Service Floor Coverage • Window Treatment Walpaper • Skp Covers & Upholstery ««- - ■ -*—«i-» m * - -it nVmlwrDw a LOfnfTmTCim Rt. 211 AmtetvMto. VA 937-5500 CLEANING HouSic£t<U(i«i 7 Weekly. Biweekly & Monthly Cleaning Insured & Bonded Free Estimates 540-937-3253 CONSTRUCTION Joseph F. Keyser Construction, Inc. Quality Renovations & Custom Homes VA Class A Contractor 540-675-2395 T.G. TAYLOR]! CONSTRUCTION L.L.C. Custom i'% Homebuilder Class A License 540-987-8043 * KREYLING CONSTRUCTION Top Quality Custom Homes Since 1975 540-987-3145 CARPENTRY Expert craftsmanship in ail phases of woodwoitong and construction. Cabinetry, trim, doors, decks, home repairs 2.1 vears experience 540-937-2051 CPA . MacRae Associates, p.c. Tax Preparation & Planning Accenting Services Financial Planning www.maaae<pacom (540) 675-2043 EXCAVATING Keys Excavating ponds* driveways cmmg* lanascapng snowreniowi*bushhogglne We oiler quality work with yean of experience. 540-987-9259 Vest's Excavating Specialized Backhoe, DumpTruck Hauing, Ditch Digging, Culverts, Mowing, Bushhogging & Driveway Gradng, Fence Paring 675-1117 Ronnie Dodson D & D SERVICES 540-987*9350 Landscaping, Lawn Service, Bushhogging, Driveway Grading, Hauling & Mulch, etc. FENCING FENCING High Tensile, Barb Wire, American Wire, Cham Link, Board and Electric, Split Rail -»-«-*«rmmcy rwncmg avmmw MOO Curtis Crawford Home: 540-675-3943 Pager: 399-26M Furniture Restoration Rappahannock IFikmuki Kksiokutosl 540-937-6211 Fax: 540-937-7230 PAINTING Shenandoah Painting Top ot the line quality Work f«>r homeowner* for over 1 years. Satisfaction guaranteed ('all today for a free estimate Lie./Ins. 540-675-2218 /f)ave & Jan\ Painting Interior & Exterior Brush fit Roll Free Estimates Neat & Dependable \540-778-120ft/ PEST CONTROL ECONOMY KST CONTROL Termite A Pest Control Flint Hill, VA 540-675-3389 540-675-3880 Fax l^tcally Owned A Operated Piano Service l UNt wmcr Tuning & Repair Certified Technician FREE Estimates Don Burke (540) 675-2140 (888) 405-6509 www.donburke.com PUMP INSTALLATION EXPERT PUMP INSTALLATION & REPAIR SERVICE Available at RAPPAHANNOCK FARMERS CO-OP Sperryville. VA 987-8555 REAL ESTATE Skippy Y3Er Giles REMAX REGENCY Warrantor!, VA Toll Free: 866-341-3607 Res: 540-675-3637 THE COUNTRY CAFE Man • Urn. 8 am to 8 pm M-9* 8 am. to 9 pm SutokpCtoMdtyafRNl 675-1066 Taka out Available SMALL ENGINE REPAIR William’s Small Enqine Repair A full lina of tarvica lor farm aquipmant, lawn mowart, rototillara, waad mIms, chain taw A tractors. 540-675-2330 STORAGE SPEKKYV1LLE STORAGE CM. Sale H—ity Storage R——laMo Rates K40/987-SK07 *1. IMH. off I’.ft. an WtllTVILU. VA GREYSTONE TV & APPLIANCE Salt* ft Service GE 1 RCA Video Products Antennas A SateMe Systems Radio Shack Dealer, Kachan Aid. Whirlpool A Roper Appkancas US. Route », Madison (540) 946-2200 IMELDING RICK’S CUSTOM (540) 675-1888 Commercial - Residential Construction - Farm General Wrought Iron gales ft railings ALSO SANDBLASTING INSURANCE AFFORDABLE HEALTH / LIFE / DISABILITY MORTGAGE PROTECTION INSURANCE For: self-employed, small business owners, individuals and families t.mLunmi h tiw SaiwntU A\stnmU<m hn I hr V//mpkryni (AU. TODAY! 703.628.1708 or 1-877-649-7103 WiuidaJ, Cook. liirnird Intuiamr A|(rni Only JJO per month for the entire family: Dental, Vision, Chiropractic Ic Prescription DISCOUNTS! • No waiting period • All preexisting conditions are covered V PSYCHICS Psychic Astrologist PALM & CARD READER Advisor On All Problems Of Life 1 2522 Lee Highway Arlington, VA (half mile from Key Bridge, Ro&styn) 703-527-735^^^^ Miss Qrant ^ ^ V . I Invites you to her Psychic Gallery for \ J consultation in matters of the heart, business affairs and personal problems. Palms • Tirol Cards • Crystal Reading • Combination Readings • Private Parties and Special Events 313 N Glebe Road Suite 205. Arlington. VA 22203 C all For Appointment' (703) 524-7855 STORAGE South Wales Business & Mini Storag Located 5 miles west of Warrenton at intersection of Route 211 and Route 229 All Sixas Available Monthly and yearly rates, all ground-level units, tractor & trailer access, individual wide roll-up doors, restroom, business and vendors welcome. (540) 341-7000 WATER TREATMENT WATER RIGHT Water Problems? Have your water tested in your home for PH (green stains), Hardness, Iron, Rust, Stains, etc. Correct any of these problems with WATER RIGHT Treatment System Call for more information Pullait's Electric A Plumbing Also: Pumps & Waterheaters, in stock installation Class A Certified 540-675-3249 . i I "7

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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 Announcements 400. Adoption 410. Announcements 420. Birthdays/Happy Ads 430. Coming Events 440. Entertainment 450. Personals 460. Seasonal Specials 470. Tributes Legal Motlce, 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 Vehicles Wanted I I Employment General ^Classified Legal Notices i .,.. 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Additionally, the Commonwealth of Viminia 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 Is Ordered it cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline tor that issue At the time of placing your ad. it will 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 tor its failure, for any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable m subject matter, phraseology or setup. The Times Newspapers are not liable for the • quality of advertised products or services. We Accept H Ell I | j Rentals ' 1 Apartments \___/ SPERRYVILLE AREA: 1 BR. BA. LR. & eat-in kitchen. No pets. Security dep & rets. $385/mo 540-987-8789 22 Rentals Mooses 3BR, 2BA, 2 car gar., Ig. FR, Ig. deck. priv. 3ac, P'ville/M'burg area. AvI. $1,950/mo. 540-338-3540. glftch@anent. com MIDDLEBURG: SF home 3 BR, 4 BA, jacuzzi, fpl., A/C, remodeled, cozy, quiet, convenient, private yrd. $2200. 540687-3535. OLD ORCHARD, The Plains area, 6 mis N. of Warrenton. 2 BDR Farm House, 1.5 BA, tucked back on private farm, $1300/mo. No Pets Avail Sept. 15. Call Cathy Bernach, Thomas & Talbot Real Estate 540-687-4144. 111 •ales Condos MUST SEE, newly decorates, Warrenton 2BR, 2BA, FP, deck, new carpet & refrgd. $110K. 540-428-3949 9 ACRE wooded building lot w/ well, near Lovettsville Beautiful country building site, $129,950. Call 540-822-4208. WOODED CORNER LOT in Lake Community near Winchester Over 1/3 acre. $10,000/OBO. 540-545-8945. ma florae*/ Yard Sai* v___/ SOUTH RIDING COMMUNITY Yard Sale & Business Fair, Sat., Sept. 8. 8-1. Centrally located at South Riding Blvd & Center St. ' > 240 Hoi-ms V- J '88 4 HORSE Gooseneck trailer comp, restored Fall '99; new 2 spd jack 2/2000; 7 V2 (1 tall; wood paneled int; Ig carpeted drsg rm; 6 saddle racks, 6 bridle racks. Exc. cond; 2nd owner, lightly used. 540-554-2180. REGISTERED QUARTER HORSES & PAINTS, various ages & colors, reasonably priced. 540-937-8247 $23.99 WITH FREE WSTAUTWN Local channels now available! Wei bea al advettBed pnces! 1 -600459-7357 F-11 ORLANDO, BEACH area. 7-day, 6-night hotel stay. Paid $600, Sell for $199. Call 804751-5639. -——V 273 w* .. BLOOD HOUND, adorable AKC pups, www geocities com/ felgod houndpupp ies $600 540-720-0138. GERMAN SHEPS, pups/ adults European working lines, family companion/ guardian/ protection SchH 540-4231412 or 540-775-1146 GORGEOUS GREYGHOST Weimaraner pups. Tails cropped & declawed, & shots, 10 wks.. $550/ neg Parents on property 703-878-1778 ---\ 294 Ohraawaya v._ J FREE FIREWOOD. Already Cut. 540-3477188 -—294 OlvMWty* J FREE TO GOOD home Jack Russell, male, 3 years, neut. 540-6356040 D & D'S Old Fashioned Cleaning. No job too big, not job too small. Res. & Comm. 540-8255970/540-727-8044 LONGING TO ADOPT We are a loving couple, unable to have children of our own, with lots to offer. We 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 Liz & Jay, confidentially and toll-free at: 1-866-503-3761 SPECIAL SALE Oak Fencing Boards 1 "x6”x8" thru 16" Free Delivery to Your Location Within 100 miles of Broadway, VA Nett Lumber Milts, Inc P.O. Box 457, Broadway. VA 22815. 540-896-7031 Fax 540-896-7034 <80S Automobiles V___J HONDA CIVIC EX '97: 4 DR, manual trans., 40 K.silver,excellent cond., $10,300/OBO. Must Sell! 703-978-8699. SATURN 1995 SLI. 4 DR, AT, AC, airbags, AM/FM/CD, inspected July. VCG. $4995. 540347-7676 With 17 Newspapers In Our Times Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got Northern Virginia Wrapped up! Call 540-347-4222 or FAX 540-349-8676 (~-> 640 Motorcycles V_ J HONDA 1999 Shadow American Classic Series • Mint Condition! • Garage Kept! • 750 cc • Extremely Low Mileage!! •Two Brand New Helmets • A Must See! $5,500 703-443-9059 665 Sport Utility Vehicle BLAZER F10, 1989. 159k mis, NEW brakes, shocks, exhaust, tires, inspect 8/20/01. $2600 OBO. 540-347-0798 FORD EXPL '95 blk. 84K mis, great cond, 4WD, CD, sunroof, tan Ithr sts, $11K, 540-7884116 cell 540-622-0989 FORD EXPLORER '95 XLT, blue, 93k mis, 4x4, sunroof, luggage rack, loaded, $10,500 OBO. 540-937-6614 INT. SCOUT Traveller 1979. 86K mis, orig from AZ, very liftle rust, runs good. $3500, OBO. 540-955-2115 OLDS BRAVADA '91. all wheel dr., white/red, new tires, inspection. Great car. 2nd owner. Well maintained. $4650 540-428-4436 1988 S-10 Blazer, 4WD, auto, 4.3L, V-6. towing pkg, new trans, new CD stereo. Excel cond. $3400. 703-481-0121. 675 Trucks/ Pickups 1999 DODGE RAM 1500 quad cab, 4x4, SLT & Sport, dk grn, 5.2L. auto air, more! 66kmi. $15,900. 703-404-0043. 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 540-788,4626 Full Time Employment Attn: Work from home $450 up to $5000/mo PT/FT Mail order, will train. 1-888-248-6026 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 Cashier FT & PT 1:30-10:00pm Will train. Apply in person: Mayhugh's 14630 Lee Hwy Amissville, VA See Lisa COUNTRY COOKIN’ Business is BOOMING and we need dependable, hard-working people to serve the best customers in town! NOW HIRING •Cooks • Dishwasher WE OFFER: / Employee incentive program /401k plan / Student incentive program / Flexible hours to fit your schedule / Part-time & Full-time hours / No late night hours PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON. NO TELEPHONE CALLS. WARRENTON 623 Frost Ave. 540-349-9120 Customer Service Representative Customer service representative wanted at Sunnyside Farm Market. Excellent customer sen/ice and communication skills required. Retail experience helpful. Flexible hours. $8 -$12/hr to start. Please call 540-675-2627 or fax resumes to: Sally EOE Dry Cleaning Pressers experienced dry cleaning & laundry $10-$154iri! 540-347-5400 Pets Rappahannock Animal Welfare League UiKlfifl. Rt. 639. East Of AmsswUa Oato, too a.m. -1:00 wn*ap$| i ' ntuot rlnuM Uterfe C. Kim ' 1? “Texas fete” is a Playful, clownish. 4 yr. old neutered huskv/bb mix: he’s a good swimmer. "Goto” is a friendly, eood natured. S yr. old neutered Piatt bound. Both does do wd with other does and need a fenced yard. * 540-937-3336 or 540-937-3283 fvoice main DRIVERS Two drivers needed. Excellent customer service and communication skills needed for this position. Pay range is $8 -$12/hr to start. Must be able to lift 40 lbs. or more and have a clean driving record. Excellent entry level opportunity. Please call 540-675-2627 or fax resumes to: Sally 540-675-2346 EOE Electricians Apprentices Helpers All "bull” aside - we are the best, & we want you on our TEAM. We offer all the “bells & whistles" when it comes to benefits. Do yourself a favor & call us today! Our pay runs from $8.50 to $20.0Gbr - based on experience Must have tools & transportation to shop. SUNDANCE ELEC. CONTRS., INC. 540-349-8200 EXT 12 EXPERIENCED jl Truck Drivers Needed! Must have CDL and a Clean Driving Record. Home nightly, Top pay & benefits, Route from Manassas, VA to MD daily. Please call • Leonard Gibson Excavating, Inc. at 540-341-4200 Farm Help General horse farm experience. 540-428-1775 HVAC TECH Needed SIGNING BONUS!) Warrenton based company, servicing No VA area only. At lease 3 years experience. Good driving record required. TOP PAYING COMPANY INCLUDES COMPANY TRUCK, PAID VACATION., HOLIDAYS, RETIREMENT PLAN AND BONUSES. For interview please Call 703-724-1519 or 800-432-8221. Inn Keeper Elegant country inn seeks person for inn keeping, office management, ami special events coordination. Good computer skills required. Salary' depends on experience. Qualified applicants should send resume/ cover letter by fax to 540-349-4242 or mail to: Black Horse Inn 8393 Meetze Rd. Warrenton, VA 20187 LOT ATTENDANT/ DETAILER FT, experienced, good driving record. Benefits. Marshall Ford Call Bill White Marshall VA 540-364-1548 Fauquier Times-Democrat: Where the Readers Are! Call Today 540-347-4222 Auctions AUCTION The Personal Property of Wilson and Jean Burke Selling at their home, 37 Main Street, Sperryville, VA. Saturday, September 8 at 10:00 a.m. FURNITURE Golden oak highback bed with applied carvings; Fancy oak cabinet treadle sewing machine; Golden oak dresser: 2 bowed drawers over 2 flat drawers with large mirror; Mahogany slant-front desk with serpentine drawers; Cedar wardrobe; Mahogany china cabinet; Mahogany teacart; Golden oak 5-drawer chest with applied carvings; Duncan Phyfe-style mahogany dropleaf table; Oak fancy rocker; Contemporary drysink; Kitchen table and chairs; Sofa; Loveseat; Matching Reclincr; Bookcase; End tables; Iron patio furniture; AND MORE! ADDITIONALLY Lots and lots of late l%0s - early 1970s, dolls, toys, games (American Flyer S gauge train set still in box and much, much more-a whole attic full!!: Flatirons and other ironware; Interesting old framed prints, lots in gilt frames; Small Lance store jar with glass lid; Some marigold carnival glass; Oil lamps; Oak crank wall phone; Utility stoneware - pitchers, jugs, crocks, etc.; Some Depression glass; Brass pail; Fancy gilt framed mirrors; Figurines; Lamps; Christmas stuff; Dishes, pots, pans AND MUCH, MUCH MORE! AND Cub Cadet 147 hydrostatic riding mower; String trimmer. McCulloch 250 chainsaw; Small aluminum stepladder; Push mower; Lots of tools - long handled, hand and power; Bench vise; Gas and oil cans; Apple baskets and crates; Hardware; Fishing poles; Weslinghousc electric stove; Whirlpool dishwasher; RCA TV; GE electric stove; Kelvinalor fridge; Kerosene heaters; Seigler oil heaters; Oil tank. Watch Our Websit^For Further Descriptive 540-937-4142 TERMS: Cash or good check w/ID, no buyer's premium. Bill Pato&TCiSfctions. Inc. f V.A A F#330 • PO Box 178 10 Maddox Lane • Amissvillc, VA 20106 w ww.bpauctions.com » E-mail: payne729(g>earthlink-nct Receptionist Sunnyside Farms is seeking a qualified receptionist. Internet experience and strong communication skills a must. Compensation commensurate with experience. Please fax resume to 540-675-2346 or mail to: P.O. Box 478 Washington, VA 22747 EOE RETAIL HELP WANTED Full-time/Part-time retail help needed in al local swimming pool store that is open year round to sell swimming pool supplies, spas and supplies and gas fireplaces. Inquire within Payne Pools & Spas 62-C Waterloo St. Warrenton, VA 20186 Retail Sales Full/ Part-time ijplp needed at rapid^expanding tack store Sales & basic office skis nec. Windows a plusrMust have excellent working knowledge of English, tack, horses, etc. • Contact Frank Horn 540-364-2396 SHEET METAL HELPER Sheet metal co. in Manassas looking for sheet metal helper. Will train! Exp. is a plus. Valid Drivers Lie. req. Growth potential. Please call 800-432-8221. TAX SCHOOL Jackson Hewitt offers the know how to help you moon light as a tax whiz. Classes begin Oct. 1, 2001 Call now for space & details 540-829-0729 NORTHERN VIRGINIA Announcements L_i....j LANCASTER, PA BUS TRIP The Miracle of Christmas and Christmas Watersh&lv Wednesday, December 5,2001 $95/per person includes "■ , Bus, lunch and 2 shows <r. i For reservations call » Battlefield Travel * Southgate Shopping Center Culpeper, VA 540-825-1393 www.battlefieldtravel-va.com Legal Notices TOWN COUNCIL TOWN OF WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA Pursuant to Section 6-1-1 ot the Town of Washington Zoning Ordinance and Section 15.22204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Town Council of Washington, Virginia will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, September 12, 2001, at 7:30 p m. at the Town Hall on Gay and Calvert Streets in Washington, Virginia to consider the following applications: * TW SU *01-08-01 The Inn at Little Washington, by its General ‘ Manager Scott Little, desires a Special Use ' permit for a retail shop to be located at 43Z Main Street (Tax Map 20A-1, Parcel 17A, zoned Village-Mixed Use). Use allowed under Section 1 -4-3(c) of the Town of Washington • Zoning Ordinance. A copy of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office and available for public inspection, Monday through Friday 8:30 a m. to 4:30 cxm at 290 Gay Street, Washington, Virginia 22747. . The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties wishing to be hekrd should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the County Administrator, P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747 in advance thereof. . ' By: John W. McCarthy County Administrator • jjjjjfrOI_ *391 Advertise to \ grow your i business, i dimes ommunily Near^pap*"* A

Auto Technician ASE certified Technician for extremely busy & growing dealership. Great starting pay/benefits. State of the art equipment and pleasant working environment Fax resume to: 540-349-1040 or apply in person to: or call Rob at: 540-347-9000 MAINTENANCE Manufacturer of lab supplies seeks a worker for facility maintenance and material handling. Requires good driving record and three or more years of experience in a variety of building trades including electrical, carpentry, and drywall. Generous benefits package. CHEMetrics, Inc. Rt. 28, 4295 Catlett Road Calverton, VA 20138 Phone (540) 788-9026 Fax (540) 788-4856 Email: gloriac@chemetrics.com EOE AIR SERV INTERNATIONAL An international humanitarian org has relocated to New Baltimore, VA and is seeking qualified applicants for the following: • Receptionist/Clerical-FT • Executive Assistant/ Office Mgr.-FT e Personnel Assistant-FT e Employee Benefit Administrator-FT e Technical Services Assistant-FT All positions require highly organized, detailorientated individuals who work well under pressure. Send resume with cover to: ASI, Attn HR, Box 3041, Redlands, CA 92373, FAX 909-793-0226 or email @ aslOairserv.org. List specific positions interested on cover. Visit our web site at: www.airserv.ora. DRIVERS Growing energy services company needs seasonal Full Time Fuel Oil/LP Truck Drivers to serve customers in the Warrenton/ Manassas area. To qualify, you must have a Class B CDL, HazMat with Tanker Endorsements. Please apply in person with driving record at Quarles Petroleum, Inc. 9683A James Madison Hwy. Warrenton, VA 20187 (540) 439-8962 ph Ask for: John Shamblin EOE COUNTY GOVERNMENT REPORTER Rural Virginia weekly newspaper seeks exOperienced writer to cover busy county government and political beat Candidates should be great with people and have the ability to translate government jargon into language relevant to our readers. Open-minded journalist will see the gem of a story in a mountain of meeting minutes or in a conversation with a reader on Main Street. Fauquier is “just south of Northern Virginia,” a community filled with small towns and big issues. The Fauquier Times-Democrat newsroom is a cooperative, creative place, where dedication and hard work are appreciated. Send resume, and clips to: Robin Earl, Managing Editor Fauquier Times Democrat P.O. Box 631, ~ Wairenton, VA 20188 E-mail: rearl@timespapers.com Call: 540-347-4222 (fimes [Community Newspapers) NORTHERN VIRGINIA FURNITURE REPAIR TECHNICIAN Furniture repair technician - outside. The La-Z-Boy Furniture Gallery in Northern, Va. is seeking a F/T qualified technician skilled in upholstery, wood, leather, and mechanical repairs. Provide in home inspection and repairs. Able to work Sundays and Weekdays. While other companies are shutting their door, we are expanding. Come grow with us. Call 301-236-7800 Ext. 225 NEW HOMES COMMUNITY MANAGER Braemar Visitor Center. Full-time. Competitive hourly wages & opportunity for growth. Computer skills a plus but not necessary. Work 5 days a week. For interview contact Tracy at: 703-356-9090 or fax resume, Attn: Tracy, at: 703-790-0028 FILE CLERK We are currently seeking a clerk for our billing department. To apply, come by DPGM 22560 Glenn Dr. #105, Sterling, VA 20164 for an application, fax resume to (703) 450-7652, or email jobs@globalmail.com, ATTN: HR EOE Deutsche Post GLOBAL MAIL Inland Tech. International- An Airport environmental org. seeks qualified individuals to fill the following positions at I AD & DC A. Mechanic/Operator- Responsible for small fleet of industrial vacuum trucks. FT, starting immed. Lead Operator- Experienced equip. Operators with supervisory skills. FT position starting Oct. 2001 Operator- Equip, operators- FT and PT positions available at IAD and DCA starting Oct. 2001. Fax resumes to 703-572-7846, or e-mail: dhinds@inlandaroup.ca Excellent Hours BONUS SYSTEM Waiters/Waitresses, for upscale retirement community. TRAINING PROVIDED Benefits. STUDENTS welcome to apply. Sommerset Retirement Community Sterling, Va 703-450-6411 Auto Technician ASE certified Technician for extremely busy & growing dealership. Great starting pay/benefits. State of the art equipment and pleasant working environment. Fax resume to: 540-349-1040 or apply in person to: or call Rob at: 540-347-9000 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 Cali: 1-703-777-1111 Ext. 1352 (Times ^Community Newspapersj northern Virginia Auto Parts Sales J.K. Auto Parts is a fast paced growing parts Wholesaler/distributor. We are looking for high energy individuals for Counter sales in our 8 locations. Benefit package includes: • Bonus Opportunities • Medical & Dental • 401K retirement plan • Paid Vacation & Holidays • Great opportunity for advancement _For immediate consideration contact: Ask for Paul Evans 3439 Carlin Springs Rd. Baileys Crossroads, VA 703-845-7040 COLLECTOR RRMC* A Collection & Billing Company located in Great Falls is looking for an ambitious and willing to learn employee* Full Time w/benefits. Please call Tony at: (703) 788-8000 or e-mail your resume to: tonyrrmc@aol.com DENTAL OFFICE Chair side Assistant needed for busy Dental Practice. Fulltime/ Part-time position. Prefer team player with neat appearance and nice personality. Great benefits. Experience preferred but will train enthusiastic individual. Please Fax resume to: 540-338-7054 or call Ernestine 540-338-6262 X-RAY TECHNOLOGIST FT position available for a registered technologist in an Orthopaedic Practice. Position is Monday- Friday, no routine nights. Experience preferred but will consider recent graduate of a recognized training program. Fax your resume to the attention of: A. Mitchell 540-347-0342 or mail to 52 West Shirley Avenue _Warrenton, VA 20186 GOLF COURSE FAUQUIER SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB Is currently hiring Full and Part-Time EQUIPMENT OPERATORS GARDENER GROUNDS KEEPERS Good pay & benefits. Call Scott at: 540-347-5147 Applebee’s Is seeking motivated & talented individuals to work in our Warrenton, VA location. We Offer: • Flexible Hours e Medical/Dental Benefits e 401K e Paid Vacation • and much more If you are interested in a fun place to work w/ career opportunities, stop in at our Warrenton Applebee's. Neigf't>orhood Gr>H & 3of 105 West Lee Highway Warrenton, VA 20186 EOE C5 Quarles Fnnrrjy Sftrv!c.f>«; DRIVERS Growing energy sen/ices -company needs Full Time Fuel Oil/LP Truck Drivers to serve customers in the Warrenton/ Manassas area. To qualify, you must have a Class B CDL, HazMat with Tanker Endorsements. We offer e Competitive Salary e Comprehensive health insurance e 401 (k) and Profit Sharing e Generous leave policy Please apply in person with driving record at Quarles Petroleum, Inc. 9683A James Madison Hwy. Warrenton, VA 20187 (540) 439-8962 ph Ask for: John Shamblin EOE Plow & Hearth seasonal Cali center Positions $ Still A ^ ■ Cool Place to Work! • Earn $8 an hour plus tales incentives! • 40% discount on products from: | Plow & Hearth, PJcH Country Home, Hearthsong, & Magic Cabin Dolls! • 90% discount on 1800flowcrs.com! • Prizes throughout the season! Call < I our recruiting hotline 'to register for the application proeeu: (540) 948-7337 . ^ — ^1; DIRECTIONS From ChaHotlminr Rt. 29 North hi firrt traffu light in Mad won at Rt. 29 & Rt. 230, turn left cm Rt 230 We*t. From Culpeper Rt. 29 South to traffic light at Rt. 29 Jr Rt 230. turn right on Rt. * _ 230 West Weekend Training Classes Available GROWING FAST!! Joe Jacoby ^Ctayaicr •^Plymouth Jeep J -iis looking for 2 SALES PEOPLE and a qualified FINANCE MANAGER to ad to our expanding family. Sales Person We offer ✓ Company Car /401K /Health/Dental Insurance /Training /No Sundays /Excellent Commission Plan (Our top sales person earned, over $70K in 2000) Finance Manager Must be qualified and an excellent closer. We offer /Company Car /401K /Health/Dental Insurance /No Sundays /Excellent Pay Plan Call Now! Joe Cintella or Mike Shaff 540-347-6622 NURSES ALL POSITIONS!! ALL SHIFTS!! Sian on bonus!!! Marshall Manor, is currently seeking RN’s. LPN's, and CNA/NA’s for all shins, both full and parttime. Please contact either Lee Ann Hughes at 540-364-1200 Are you ready to make a difference in a child’s life? Minnieland in Gainesville is now hiring for the following shifts: • 7am - 3pm, 8:00am - 5:00pm & 3pm - 6pm Competitive Salary, Excellent Benefits & a Friendly Environment! Please Call Debbie or Rebeccah at: (703) 753-2213 or fax resume to (703) 753-0398 E.O.E. Oak Springs of Warrenton Nursing & Rehabilitation Facility • ADON - FT LTC exp. & knowledge of State & Federal regs. required. • LPN- FT/PT 7a-3p • CNA's-PT • FOOD SERVICE AIDESPT days & evenings • Activity Assistant PT - days & evenings. Great for students. Contact: Dennis 614 Hastings Lane Warrenton, VA 20186 540-347-4770 Fax 540-349-2832 RED HOT & BLUE MEMPHIS PIT BA R-BO U E The Pig’s Have A New Pig Pen Warrenton's own Ri d Hot & Blue will soon offer a full service dining experience. Looking for smiling Piglets to play in our New Pig Pen: Greeters, Servers & Bartenders Be a part of our Team Training Starts 9/9 No late hours, great pay, benefits, flexible schedule and a lot of fun!! Appo in person. 360 Bn dviewAve. Warrenton Operations Assistant Smith-Midland Corp. is looking (or an energetic self-starter to serve as assistant to the VP of Operations. This individual will primarily be responsible for daily collection of information from department managers and entering this info, into spreadsheets and progress reports. Interaction with production yard supervisors (hard hat environment) on an ongoing basis. Input of production yard employee timecards into system. Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Word a must. Knowledge of Microsoft Project helpful, but not required. Initiative, accuracy and attention to detail is critical. Position also includes periodic relief for receptionist/switchboard, general administrative functions (filing, typing, etc.) and other duties as assigned. We offer competitive wages and excellent benefits which include, 401 (k) retirement and savings plan, health and dental insurance, paid vacation and education reimbursement. Interested persons may contact: Human Resources Dept. P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Ph: 540-439-3266 Fax: 540-439-1232 E-mail: hr@smithmidland.com EOE M/F/D/V PHARMACY TECHNICIAN Full-time position available to assist the pharmacist in dispensing medications. Previous hospital or retail pharmacy experience a must. Requirements are as follows: -> Computer Experience ■♦Good Communication Skills •♦Attention for Detail -♦Virginia Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) PATIENT ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE FT position for home medical equipment insurance biller. Duties will include filing primary and co-insurance claims, tracking unpaid claims and communicating with payors. Familiarity with Medicare. Medicaid desirable. DELIVERY TECHNICIAN F/T position. Duties include delivering medication, oxygen, home medical equipment and supplies to patients. Assist with cleaning, tagging, bagging and routine maintenance of home medical equipment. Must have good driving record. Healthcare experience preferred. Mail, FAX, or e-mail resume to: CONVALESS/ The Plains Pharmacy ATTN: Debbi Cahill, COO P.O. Box U The Plains, Virginia 20198 Fax: 540-253-5573 e-mail: dwctDD@blackhawke.net GOLF COURSE FAUQUIER SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB Is currently hiring Full and Part-Time EQUIPMENT OPERATORS GARDENER GROUNDS KEEPERS Good pay & benefits. Call Scott at: 540-347-5147' Secretary/ Receptionist Mature individual with positive attitude wanted for general office work in Leesburg; good phone voice and manners required; must have experience with Microsoft Word and other computer programs: be able to perform a variety of tasks including filing, typing and operation of all office machinery. Salary commensurate w/ exp. and training. Send letter of application, resume, and 3 references by Sept 7, 2001 to: TERRATECH, INC. 101 Loudoun St., SW. Leesburg, VA 20175 FAX: 703-771-2662 e-mail: info@terratechva.com Equal Opportunity Employer SERVICES TO ABUSED FAMILIES, INC. SAFE A nonprofit agency serving victims of domestic violence and their children, is hiring: Shelter Specialist full-time. $8-$10/ hr plus benefits - responsible for managing emergency shelter. Evening & weekend hours. Children’s Services Specialist part-time 20 hours/week usually 3:oo pm - 7:00 pm, Mon. - Fri. $10 -11/hr - provides direct services and case mgt to children. Child development/child care experience and college degree required. Great opportunities to positively impact the lives of women and children. Send resume to: P.O. Box 702 Culpeper, VA 22701 IMMEDIATELY or e-mail to safe.inc@erols.com H Quarles RETAIL SERVICES FULL AND PART-TIME ASSOCIATES and ASSIST STORE MGR Trainee For our 11-7 shift For our Culpeper Food Store We offer: e Competitive Pay • Comprehensive Health Insurance e Paid Vacation e401K and Profit Sharing • Employee Meal Discount e Company Furnished Uniforms e Advancement Opportunities Stop in and apply, Great job opportunities are waiting for you at 11113 James Monroe Hwy Culpeper, VA 22701 540-825-1484 540-825-1519 Ask for Ed Foster STAFF NURSE, LPN ASSISTED LIVING FULL TIME EVES Birmingham Green, conveniently located on Route 28 in Manassas, has a full time opening on our assisted living unit. Nursing home, assisted living, or dementia experience is required, and supervisory experience is a plus. There are many benefits to working at Birmingham Green: e Centrally located: 25 minutes from Woodbridge. Warrenton & Fairfax! e Low Cost Health Insurance e Up to 23 Days of Leave/Year e VRS Retirement Plan e Life & Dental Plan • Tuition Assistance • Weekend Differential For consideration please apply to: Birmingham Green 8605 Centreuille Rd. Manassas. VA20110 Or call (703) 257-0935 Ext. 310 for information, or fax us your resume at (703) 257-6242. Email: Dcrouch@BirminghamGreen.org Equal Opportunity Employer New Hires Must Pass Drug Test Also Available: Head Nurse Days-Special Care Unrt & FT/PT Nurse, Eves or Nights in our deficiency free long temi care nursing taciily. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Full-Time Person with accounting education and/or experience wanted to join a corporate accounting staff of 5 to take over Accounts Payable functions. This could be a “starting out" opportunity to a recent graduate. Computer Literacy and a can-do attitude are a must! \1S Excel/Word experience a plus. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Sort Mail Daily • Get Approvals for Invoices • Code Invoices with proper general ledger number • Input invoices into computer system. • Process Disbursements • Manual Check Entry • Check Distribution • Filing • Month End Reports We offer a comjjrehensive benefits package including Health and Dental Coverage, 40IK Ran, Short term and long term disability and life insurance. Fax or email resume and cover letter. Including salary history and requirements to: JES 703-435-9754 jsmith@timesjpaper8.com

Garden club members learn the basics By Susan Jonhs Rappahannock News Writer Every so often a person needs a refresher, and that's what the Rappahannock County Garden Club was treated to at its August meeting. Club member Celine Siira refreshed and inspired the club with her presentation of “Line and Mass Floral Design.” She created three floral designs using materials found on roadsides and meadows, such as grasses and wildflowers, as well as flowers and shrubs from the garden. Then she de-constructed them, took them apart, to demonstrate some basic principles of flower arranging. The height of an arrangement is determined by measuring the length and width of its container and multiplying that by one and one half or two. To begin an arrangement, set the first stem at that appropriate height and then work the rest of the arrangement based on that measurement. The style of the arrangement dictates the placement of the other materials; some designs are symmetrical, and others are asymmetrical, but all are balanced in proportion and scale. Materials should also have a sense of rhythm by repetition of types, as well as be contrasting with each other. The arrangement should have a dominance of color and form as well as a focal point, with heavier Washington highlights Washington Ry RUTH CLARK 675-3608 Our condolences to the family of William “Hill” Canning, who passed away recently at his home on Lee Highway. Bobby Frazier of Castleton was a Monday evening visitor of Mr. and Mrs. Fdward M. Clark. Happy birthday to our sister-in-law, Mrs. Tansy Frazier of Castleton, who will celebrate another year on Friday, Sept. 7. Miss Bonnie Brown of Germantown, Md. was a Thursday evening visitor of Mrs. Sarah Brown and daughters, Amanda and Bobbie -Jo. We are glad to hear that Miss Mary Miller Wood is doing good after her recent surgery. I am sure she would enjoy hearing from her friends. Her address is T(T<). 4 West, Room 189A, U.V.A. Medical Center, Charlottesville, Va. 22908. Happy birthday to Rayner Snead who will have his day on Tuesday, Sept. 11. Ms. Anna ■ Simmons and son of Manassas was a recent visitor of her father, Richard Simmons. Hope everyone had a wonderful and safe holiday weekend. Give me a call at 675,‘5608 when you have news for this column. SINK OR SWIM? It’s never lot) late to learn how to swim. Just call us and sign up lor a Red Cross swimming class. + American Red Cross materials being placed lower and lighter ones higher. No stems should he crossed. Depth can he created bv placing some stems further hack, or even backwards, in the arrangement. Many styles benefit from restraint in use of plant materials; less is best. This month club members entered arrangements of wildflowers and grasses for judging based on a design theme of “Roadside Treasures.” Betty Wood, Cindy Hartz and Susan Jones all received blue ribbons. The horticulture entries included specimens of flowering shrubs and trees, and vegetables. Ruth Baumgardner, Maggie Bracewell, Virginia Scott, Helen Smith, and Libby Byam won blues for their tomatoes and peppers. Joanne Teppor, Helen Smith, Susan Jones, and Libby Bvam look blues for their shrubbery specimens of Rose of Sharon, Hibiscus, Wild Red Mallow, and star Magnolia. Each year the Rappahannock County Garden Club sponsors young people attending the Virginia Federation of Garden Clubs’ summer Nature Camp. This year’s attendees, Amanda and David Miller, grandchildren of club member Carol Miller, treated club members by telling about their Nature Camp experiences. Both students “majored” at camp in mycology, the study of fungus and mushrooms. Each had the opportunity to take several “minor” classes in reptiles, insects, forest ecology, ornithology, rocks, botany, ferns, phenology (the study of the timing of natural events from year to year and place to place and the relationship of those events to weather and climate), and nature art. The attendees also hiked and swam, and met students from across the state, all interested in nature. It was a very special experience for the young people as well as for the club members to hear about it. Joan Herrema, Flo Phillips, and Helen Smith as hostesses presented a lovely table of refreshments and flowers for the cluh members to enjoy. September’s meeting will include flower arrangement competition in “Splash of Autumn” and “Transparency” design themes. Candace Clough, an estate gardener, will present a discussion and slide presentation on landscaping. PermaTreai PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL FREE INSPECTION! Serving Rappahannock County For Over 30 Years www.permatreat.com • 829-0000 Real Estate Directory Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded during the past week at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office On Gay Street in Washington. Christine Virginia Adopt a pet Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL) invites the community to visit the shelter and consider adopting a pet. RAWL is currently looking for people to help with Feline Rescue. Cats cannot be housed at the shelter so foster homes are needed until permanent homes can he found for the county's stray cats. The shelter is located at the Landfill on Route 639 off US ‘211 in Amissville, and is open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every day except Wednesday and Sunday. The shelter can be reached by calling 937-3283 or 9373336; web site is; www.rappahannockanimals.org or email: rawlpets@aol.com. If you wish to donate to RAWL, the address is RO. Box 428, Washington, Va. 22747. Rustic Homes Barns & Outbuildings Hand-Crafted Rappahannock Design & Building Company, Ltd. Robert Etchells Washington, Virginia 540-675-1966 M^rdbc^earthlinkaTe^^^^ Financial Problems? Bankruptcy May Help! • loo Many Bills* Harassing Phone Calls • Collection Suits • Auto Repossession • Wage Camislnnents • Home Forec losures 1 1 T7 ’ * --—— 1 .— — —— Announcing our new location in Culpeper... 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor (Upstairs from, the Social Security Office) EarlJ. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FRF.F, INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Services Since 1975 $149,900 On Your Lot Complete!' • 9 foot first floor walls • Four bedrooms, 2.S baths • Large master suite with master bath • Deluxe kitchen •Two ear garage (shown with optional end load) •Full basement • Family room with fireplace t: {—mrr The Mount Vernon (Design B) ■i \\ \ %w'L4 -nr \ tm • Over 2,400 square feet ...and the list goes on! Ask about our instant equity. *Siff work anil utilities not nuluiUJ 1(H)". ,,»i strm turn (main, ini: avdilabh ('dll to n\ five it /»</< A dye iU\tribmy our ran ye of wtviccs I mnlcil in o yrapbu a l area NEW DIMENSIONS y AFFORDABlE CUSTOM HOMES tor I nun: inlornwtion tin "The Mount Vernon (Design H)' , please visit our Design Center Stop by or call us at 703-425-3820 or toll free 1-800-406-8555. Directions to VA model from Virginia: IU. I 66, IU 7KK) (Fairfax Co. I’kwy.) South Springfield exit, Rt. 123 |Ox Rd.| South exit, left at first light on Little Ox Rd. to #6330. House on corner of Rt. 12.5 Little Ox Rd. in Fairfax Station. Open Mon. to Wed. & Fri. to Sun. 11 a.in. to 6 p.m. Timbers and others to William A. Newman and wife, 3 acres, Hawthorne District. $125,000. Philip Hess and wife to Alexander Terweele, Trustee, lot L-M, H-I, G, J-K, Hampton District. $86,000. Nancy F. Saunders and others to Frederick J. Eggers and wife, 25.0865 acres, Piedmont District. $410,000. t] "Sprcuitish in Cine Country Prop* rue* of ( entraJ Virginia.'* JEFFERSON LAW & REALTY (MU^MS-5050 * Lax t$4ti) 948-4190 I wins.''* Lund »• Investment • Residential ^ Commercial L'-n\»it. Jefferson (^nvgefnhnk.com ** www lelferson land eon? Q3 Rag Mountain Meadows Rag Mountain Meadows offers one mlusi\c 50+/* acre estate parcel with approved perk silo, breathtaking views of Old Uag Mountain and within walking distance to trout fishing and hiking trails. Perfec t lor horses! t >ffin*d at $2V5.0Ott FOR MORK INFORMATION CALL Carl Broyles or Lisa Dyer Home: 540-672-5662 Home: 5I0V2.M765 We Finance Country Living! Your dream home. That perfect piece of land. Some horses or livestock. Farms or farm equipment. Kimberly Love Loan Officer I can help finance it all! RVRMCREDTPfc (540) 347-3344 (Warrenton) or 800-559-1016 Castle Mountain Located in Rappahannock County on Castle Mountain, this 291+/- acre property commands a 200-degree view of the Blue Ridge. The 4,500 s.f. contemporary home is structured ideally on the property that is extremely well-maintained with a mixture of open pasture and both pine and hardwood forest. The Thornton River runs along the property for Y< of a mile and with a pond and numerous streams, there is plenty of water for livestock or recreational needs. Located not far from Castleton, the property is very convenient to Warrenton, Culpeper, and to Washington, D C. Justin Wiley (540)672-5603 email: wiley@farmandcstate.com i Frank l Iardy. Inc.. Realtors FARM AND ESTATE BROKERS FA1RHAVKN: Elegant country manor house in a park setting. Superior crown moldings, fireplace mantels, wood & tile floors are complimented by exquisite chandeliers and light fixtures. Extraordinary entertaining rooms for all occasions. Lovely bath and kitchen amenities. Rec. room & library with full bath can serve extended family. A delightful and totally private selling of 15 acres. $995,000 WELL KEPT HOME; 2 BR/2 BA - Quiet country home near the Village of Flint Hill. Private with mountain views and stone fences. Large family room which could be third bedroom. Lovely landscaped lot. garage and 2 outbuildings. $198,750 EVERMORE FARM Ideal horse facility on 25 secluded fenced acres; w/dclightlul stall barn. 3 paddocks and a riding ring. This attractive Home has large exposed beams, central stone fireplace, modem kitchen and pantry, living room, dining area, patio, enclosed screened porch; 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, full basement & lots of closet space. $450,000. Adjoining 25 acres may be acquired for additional $106,000. Real Estate ill P.O. Box 298 • 291 Gay St., Washington, VA 22747 E-mail re3@crasslmk.tht ./s. 540-675-1373 m Mit/ic Young 540 675 3555 Ru'k Kohler 540 937 6146 Ann SIojiic Timbers 540 987 8668