Rappahannock News, June 1, 2006

t' ■* « /. -t*J—i. _ .. .i,— } ix,j^j.. ~^:T- . rJjRfc 128th Ye Aft ... No. 22 S' T "tJ r V "{■ j. Rappahannock County 's Family Newspaper Since 1877, •/}, Phone (540)675-3338 THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2006 Worldwide at timescommunity.conu W\V\^ 3 ^j ^ ■50 CEfTrgc-S v/ = '5. \ , CWU>*4 *-4/ — *MD *-*0 no i»n h o N(0 WH N = T 'o 3 xxAUT0xx3-DIGIT 232 ARGON RN 00025 LIBRARY OF UIRGINIA SERIAL SECTION $19 million county budget discussion begins Jone 5 By Monty Tayloe Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on June 5 to inform the public and begin discussion of the proposed 2007 draft county budget. Several particulars of this first draft are expected to create public debate, including a proposed tax rate hike to create funds for the purchase of development rights from landowners, greatly increased benefit costs for county employees and the recent comity tax assessment are also likely to be points of interest in the $19 million budget. Up more than 20 percent Of particular concern to Rappahannock County tax payers is the projected rise in revenue from general property taxes, going from $8,499,300 to $10,699,650. This is a large increase, but according to McCarthy not unprecedented in Rappahannock County, although he did admit that it is probably the largest in the last decade. McCarthy said that the heightened taxes are partially the result of adjustments from last year’s budget. “We spent more than we took in,” said McCarthy. Although a relatively conservative 2007 school budget passed by the supervisors last month encouraged some observers, school funding still required an additional four and one half cents be added to the county real estate tax rate. “1 applaud what the schools did, but it’s absurd to say that it would let us cut the tax rate,” emphasized McCarthy. The heightened taxes are also a result of the recent Rappahannock County real estate reassessment, which greatly raised the tax value of land in the county. The budget compensates for this rise by adjusting the real estate tax rate down. The tax rate for Fiscal 2006 was $.76 per $100 of assessed value, with $.04 added in for the county Fire Levy. For Fiscal 2007, this number has been adjusted down to $.56 to compensate for the higher assessed property values. With the $.04 Fire Levy and a proposed extra $.02 to support a Conservation Easement Service District, the proposed tax rate for fiscal 2007 is $.62. Although McCarthy expects that the public hearings will See BUDGET, Page A2 County and Town Meetings and Notices • On Thursday, June 1 the Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority will meet at 7:30 p.m. at Rappahannock County courthouse on Gay Street. • On Monday, June 5 Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors will meet at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock Courthouse on Gay Street. 2:00 p.m. meeting highlights • David Cubbage-VDOT Resolution: Joyce & Ann Harmon, Culpeper Soil & Water District Award* •Public Comment Old Business •State Budget update - local measures re: Government Shutdown • Hazel River Tier III Designation • RAA Request for Additional Support* • Rt. 522 Bridge-Sperryville • Right of Way Issues, U.S. Rt. 211/522, Resolution * • Update on H.S. Track Project • Thank you to Larry LeHew New Business • Demonstration, GeoexplorerRCHS Students • Demonstration-Civil War Trails • Pandemic Flu Summit, June 21* Appointments May Building Permit Report* • Year end bills, 2nd Budget Hearing, Conservation Easement Service District and Appropriations meeting to be held on Monday June 26 at 7 p.m. • Virginia’s 400th Brochure and New State Map* Accounts Closed Session as necessary 7:00 p.m. Session • FY 2007 Budget Public Hearing • SE # 06-04-02 - Wakefield Country Day School Expansion I Rappahannock News P.0. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) f Vying to be Virginia’s Democrat Webb battles Miller for right to face Sen. George Allen By Anne Keisman Rappahannock News Staff Writer When Virginians head to the polls June 13 to decide who will try to oust U.S. Sen. George Allen (R) in November, they will decide between two distinctly different versions of the Virginia Democrat. Decorated Marine and Vietnam War veteran Jim Webb served as Navy secretary under Ronald Reagan and is a recent convert to the Democratic Party. Former lobbyist and longtime Virginia Democrat Harris Miller spent the last 10 years promoting the Internet as head of the Information Technology Association of America Both agree that Allen should be shown the door. “I think one of the failures that George Allen has had ... is he is a Republican first, a Republican second and a Republican third,” said Miller. “That is not what people want in Virginia. They want someone who will get things done.” Allen, elected to the Senate in 2000, has been steadily building support for his bid to be the Republican candidate for president in 2008. He has been a steadfast supporter of George Bush’s foreign and domestic policies. Webb, who first turned to the Republican Party after returning from Vietnam, said Republicans have lost credibility in areas where they used to be strong: national security and fiscal prudence. “I think there are a lot of reasons that the average person who wandered away from the Democratic Party would be thinking about coming back,” Webb said. Miller promotes himself, in his characteristically self-deprecating See DEMOCRAT, Page A2 Where they Stand Harris Miller • on lraq:Withdraw troops using a methodical approach. "I'd tell the Iraqis, we have very specific goals and metrics, and every time we meet one of those goals we are going to reduce American troop presence. George Bush Harris Miller iids iiu plan whatsoever. • On transportation: Miller says that the federal budget earmarking system has not served Virginia well, especially with transportation funding. He supports telework initiatives and investment in public transportation. He would work with the Federal Highway Administration to link land-use policies with transportation funding. • On the federaf deficit: The federal government is awash in red ink and fiscal prudence must be brought back to Washington. "The biggest deceit of George Bush and George Allen in the economic area is that they've supported tax cuts. Listen to me carefully, these are not tax cuts. These are tax increases. These are tax increases on the next generation. It's just time-shifting." Jim Webb • On Iraq: ' Withdraw troops. First make clear to the American people there is a plan for withdrawal. Then work with our allies in the Middle East (Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain) to slowly relieve Iraq's dependency on American forces. "What I've been saying for a Jim Webb couple years is that this administration first needs to say specifically that we have no long-term desire to occupy Iraq, and they haven't said it." • On transportation: Webb says he would work to make transportation in Northern Virginia and in the Tidewater region a higher priority for federal funds, but says it is mainly a state issue. He supports private investment in roads. • On the federal deficit: Webb says that Republicans have lost what used to be one of their strengths: fiscal prudence. He is extremely concerned about "how vulnerable we have become in our own economy to China's financing our debt. That's a huge problem; that's a time bomb." Newsmakers : Outstanding! Washington’s Volunteer Fire and Rescue Chief Ann Spieker receives Rappahannock Regional EMS Award See Page A3. J Abstract encore Amissville artist Jack Frazier will be showing some of his most brilliant work at The Packing Shed Gallery. See Page B1. V *22sBeSbOe: Spring symphony Local naturalists Sara and Jim Lawrey particularly enjoy the cacophony of spring sparrow recitals. See Page A6. Allred’s back Come hear Bill Allred’s classic jazz band when they perform hit tunes at The Theatre June 10. See Page B1.

Harris Miller • Age: 54 • Residence: Fairfax County • Family: Deborah, wife of 25 years; children Derek, 24, and Alexis, 22 • Years In Virginia: 32 • Education: B. A., political science and philosophy. University of Pittsburgh; M.A., political science, Yale University • Civic activities: Chairman, Association of State Democratic Chairs (past); chairman, Fairfax County Democratic committee (past); Virginia Research and Technology Advisory Commission (past); Virginia Governor's Commission on Federal Funding of State Domestic Programs (past); Virginia State Lottery Board (past); chairman, NOVA Opera Board (past); chairman, American Heart Association, nova (past); National Conference of Christians and Jews, National Capitol Area Region (past); National infrastructure Assurance Commission (past); Chairman, Partnership for Critical infrastructure Security (past); World Congress on information Technology (past) • Professional experience: Former president information Technology Association of America • What qualifies you to represent Virginia In the United States Senate? As a former congressional aide, a businessman and a lifelong Democrat l know what it takes to bring people together and tackle the tough issues facing our country today. Like other Virginia Democrats such as Governors Mark Warner and Tim Kaine, l know we have to bring everyone to the table to get real results. I will use my business background and my experience with the issues to bring real change to Washington and work for all Virginians. • What's the top issue feeing Virginia, and In particular, Loudoun County? Thanks to the Republican leadership in Washington, many Virginians are being denied the opportunity to live the American Dream, we should be investing in our future - balancing the budget improving education, tackling transportation and growth, breaking our addiction to foreign oil. instead, the Republican leadership has run up massive deficits, bogged us down in Iraq with no exit strategy, and advocated policies that benefit the few by squeezing middle-class families. Virginians deserve real change that creates opportunity for everyone. • in 10 years, how do you see Virginia, and In particular, Loudoun County? Loudoun County, Virginia and this nation all face exciting progress and looming challenges in the years ahead, we must get America back on the right track to fiscal responsibility, investment in education and workforce development and international stability. Linder the leadership of Governors Warner and Kaine, Virginia is on the right track, but we need strong partners at all levels to make smart decisions about transportation and growth for the future of Loudoun County. Jim Webb • Age: 60 • Residence: Falls Church • Family: l live with my wife, Hong, and stepdaughter Emily. I have three daughters, Amy, Sarah and Julia, and a son, Jimmy. • Years In Virginia: Since 1968, except for when l was serving in Vietnam • Education: B.S. in engineering, U.S. Naval Academy. J.D., Georgetown Law School • Civic activities: l have worked thousands of hours, pro bono on behalf of our nation's veterans and on behalf of the Vietnamese community in the United States. • Professional experience: l am a retired Marine and served as secretary of the Navy and assistant secretary of defense. I am a writer. I have written extensively as a journalist and have written eight books. I was awarded, among other decorations, the Navy Cross and Silver Star fo„r valor as a Marine. • What qualifies you to represent Virginia In the united States Senate? I have the experience to ask tough questions and stand up to big money corporate lobbyists. I will use the knowledge I gained as a committee counselor, assistant secretary of defense and Navy secretary to lead on issues important to all Americans. The Bush administration passed tax cuts for the rich, an energy bill written by oil companies and a prescription drug plan that prohibits Medicare from negotiating low prices. George Allen has rubber-stamped these bills, voting with George Bush 96 percent of the time. • What's the top Issue facing Virginia, and In particular, Loudoun County? The biggest challenge facing Virginia is lack of leadership in Washington. America doesn't lack ideas, it lacks leaders willing to stand up and make courageous decisions. I have fought — and continue to fight — to protect American values. I fought in Vietnam with the hope of spreading the freedoms Americans enjoy. I fought as a congressional committee counselor to guarantee our veterans proper treatment. I fought as secretary of the Navy to maintain our military's excellence. And l will fight in the Senate to give all Americans the chance to achieve their dreams. • in 10 years, how do you see Virginia, and In particular, Loudoun County? I believe that with strong leadership from Washington, Virginia will continue to be one of America's greatest states. With leaders in Washington willing to make tough choices and stand up to lobbyists, we can stop the outsourcing of Virginia's jobs, better fund Virginia's schools, and refocus foreign policy on traditional American values to make sure Virginia's sons and daughters are not fighting a misguided war in Iraq. Democrat , From Page A1 way, as the “shorter, poorer Mark Warner.” Like former Virginia Gov. Mark Warner (D), Miller said, he believes working across party lines is the only way to get things done. The reason why he is running is that “Washington’s broken,” Miller said. “The partisanship, the divisiveness, the focus on 10-second sound bites has fundamentally made it impossible as a country to get things done,” Miller said. Webb’s campaign has focused on foreign policy, using his military background to bolster his opposition to the Iraq War. “After 9/11, in my view, we squandered an historic opportunity to have the rest of the world with us after the 9/11 attacks by allowing this thing to morph into a strategically unnecessary war,” Webb said. “We never* should have gone into Iraq, and I said so well before we went in. It is not the American way to export its ideology at the point of a gun,” Webb said. Harris and Webb have been going after each other on party loyalty, sending out dueling press releases on their endorsements from state and national Democratic leaders. “[Webb’s] new to the Democratic Party, so we have to figure out what his views are since he’s been a Reagan Republican all his life,” Miller said. “More than that, I am a person who is a uniter - someone who brings things together. ... [Webb’s] message is a different one - he’s ‘a bom fighter,” said Miller, quoting Webb’s campaign slogan, “Bom fighting.” Webb shies away from party labels. “In truth, I haven’t been a good Democrat,” Webb said, “I wasn’t a good Republican either. ... I’ve never been a structural political person.” Webb pointed to Miller’s contribution to Republican candidates when he headed the Internet lobbying firm. “I’ve never given money to any Republican candidate,” Webb said. “Harris Miller gave money to [U.S. House of Representatives Speaker] Dennis Hastert.” Miller’s campaign has said that as head of a nonpartisan organization, contributions had to flow across party lines. According to the Federal Election Commission, Miller’s winning the money race. He has raised $536,893 — double what Webb has raised. Neither comes close to Allen’s war chest: $8.6 million. Times-Mirror reporter Jana Renn also contributed to this article. Budget From Page A1 probably result in adjustments to his proposed tax rate, he stands by his projection. “I think $.62 is defensible and responsible,” said McCarthy. A trendy budget A very significant portion of county spending for 2007 will go to covering Rappahannock County employee benefits. Retirement benefit costs for county employees, administered by Virginia Retirement Systems, have risen by an average of 70 percent, according to McCarthy, and health insurance costs to the county have risen by around 20 percent. “This is an issue all over the country, and we’re not immune fi*>m these kinds of trends,” explained McCarthy. Also feel ing the effects of a national trend is the cost of Rappahannock County employee travel. Since travel costs account for the price of gasoline, rising fuel costs have propelled them upwards. Heating costs have been similarly adjusted upwards. Projected travel costs for the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office have risen from $2,500 in 2006 to a staggering $10,000 for 2007. In addition to simple gas mileage, the high The time to learn about ospice care is Lef ore someom love needs it. > NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND OF THE INTENT TO ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY CONSERVATION EASEMENT SERVICE DISTRICT I he Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County, Virginia, proposes to adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 151 of the Rappahannock County Code by adding a new Article XVII, as described below. Chapter 151 relates to taxes imposed by the County. A public hearing shall be held on the proposed ordinance at the meeting of the Board of Supervisors on Monday, 26 June 2006 at 7:00 PM in the Rappahannock County Courthouse, Gay Street, Washington, Virginia. The new Article XVII will create the Rappahannock County Conservation Easement Service District This District will cover the entire County. The purpose of the District is to raise revenue through the annual levy of taxes on real and personal property within the District, which revenue shall be used exclusively for one or more of the purposes allowed by the OpenSpace Land Act, §10.1-1700 et seq, of the Code of Virginia, and to acquire within the District "open-space land" and "open-space easements" as those terms are defined by §10.1-1700 of the Code of Virginia. Such acquisitions may be made when, in the opinion of the feoard of Supervisors, they are in accord with the Comprehensive Plan and will help the County in: (1) retaining or protecting natural or open-space values of real property and assuring its availability for agricultural, forestal, recreational, or open-space use; (2) protecting natural resources; (3) maintaining or enhancing air or water quality; preserving the historical, architectural or archaeological aspects of real property; § (4) providing public parks or recreational uses and facilities; (5) conserving land or other natural resources for historic or scenic purposes; and, (6) the shaping of the character, direction, and timing of development to ameliorate the impact on the County. No/property may be acquired under the new ordinance by condemnation. Land will be taxed at its land-use value, and all exemptions and tax-relief provisions applicable to real estate taxes shall likewise apply to taxes assessed under the new ordinance. A copy of said ordinance is on tile in the Office of the County Administrator and is available for public in section travel cost for the RCSO also covers the cost of officers traveling for additional training programs, many of which are related to the national emphasis on Homeland Security. In fact, the Sheriff’s Office funding has increased by over $140,000 for 2007. The increase reflects the cost of a new road deputy for the RCSO, as well as a revision of their budgeting techniques. In past years, preliminary budgets for the RCSO have leaned toward the department’s requirements, and RCSO spending outside the budget had to be authorized by the Board of Supervisors at the end of the year. For fiscal 2007, the RCSO budget more accurately reflects expected costs, so the apparent increase is deceptive, according to Rappahannock County government officials. Conservation Although it doesn’t involve the most dollars, the biggest proposed change for this year’s budget is the creation of a Conservation Easement Service District. If created, it would add $.02 per $100 to the real estate tax rate on all the land in the county. The expected $300,000 generated would be used to purchase the development rights to large tracts of farm land in Rappahannock under the auspices of a newly created Farmland Preservation Fund. According to County Administrator John McCarthy, the purpose of the proposed fund is to preserve the agricultural characteristics of Rappahannock County by making it easier for farmers to keep their land undeveloped. “Agriculture is in dramatic decline. This fund isn’t designed Look for signs on Rt 211. We are off Long Mt. 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The county administrator emphasized that the intent of the District is to purchase development rights from large landowners who are cash poor, who would otherwise be motivated to sell their land as small parcels for development. This new Farmland Preservation Fund would replace an already existing county program, the Farmland Preservation Program, which has a similar aim. During the past year, the Farmland Preservation Program spent $105,000 on the purchase of development rights for a large Rappahannock farm, combining with other agencies to make the purchase. However, the Farmland Preservation Program uses money gathered exclusively from rollback taxes to fund itself. According to McCarthy, those taxes have proved an unreliable source of funding, because the county never knows year to year what the available funds for purchasing development rights will be. “It’s hard to make an offer to a farmer when you don’t know how much money will be around,” said McCarthy. Not everyone agrees with McCarthy that the purchase of development rights is the best use of county tax dollars. “I’m against using taxpayer money to induce large landowners to go into scenic easement,” explained Jean Lillard, of Flint Hill. Indecision 2007 Looming over these concerns is the still undecided 2007 Virginia state budget. Recent events in the Virginia senate indicate that a state budget may soon be approved, but as of this writing no agreement has been reached. This means that the degree of state funding for various Rappahannock programs has not been finalized, complicating any county budget discussions. If Virginia hats no budget by July 1, the effects of a state government shutdown would be felt even in Rappahannock. State supported services , the state police and Sheriff’s Office among them, would be without funding. According to County Administrator John McCarthy, Rappahannock County would have to assume at least some of the state’s funding responsibilities temporarily. “If we have to front the state’s money, we might be in a cash crunch,” said McCarthy. According to McCarthy, Virginia has never gone without a budget before, and there is no guide as to how much Virginia would reimburse local governments for taking up state slack in a government shutdown. / If no state budget agreement has been reached by their June 5 meeting, the Supervisors’ budget discussions will be colored by preparations to get the county through a government shutdown, and fears about conserving funds through a possible state budget crisis this summer could influence Rappahannock’s budget for the entire year. Email the reporter at mtayloe@timespapers.com

HELICOPTER LANDS: MedEvac lands on the grounds of Rappahannock County Elementary school to assist with transfer. HELPING HANDS: Rappahannock County resident Anthony Mills, 69, was transferred from an ambulance to the MedEvac helicopter after sustaining injuries in a car accident Tuesday morning. Rappahannock News Staff Photos/Brant Marlett ON THE WAY: Mills was flown to UVA Hospital. Local man injured in car crash By Brant Marlett Rappahannock News Staff Writer An accident Tuesday morning left one local ma,n injured and another relatively unscathed as their cars collided at a median on US 211 in front of Oasis CD Duplication. According to Virginia State Trooper C.W. Roop, a jeep belonging to Scott McMutray pulled out from the median of US 211 across from Oasis, apparently not seeing the oncoming pick-up truck of Anthony Mills. The vehicles collided with the pickup truck striking the rear passenger side of McMurtray’s jeep. 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The EMS Council recognized Ann Spieker’s service to the community, her leadership skills and how she serves as a role model for young people in Rappahannock County. iu expressing ner gratitude to the EMS Council, Ann stated, “ that EMS is a team effort by the 911 dispatcher, the EMS crew that responds to a call, and the hospital ER staff”. She also noted that quality patient care involves the whole family. Ann’s nomination for the EMS Award was supported by Dr. John McCue and County Administrator, John McCarthy, who represented Rappahannock County at the Awards Ceremony. John McCarthy wrote in his recommendation that Ann’s exemplary professionalism, moral courage and warm manner have touched far too many in our community to recount. Dr. McCue noted that Ann stands out as the best EMT that he has had the opportunity *o work with in over 25 years as a physician. 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Editorial & Opinion A4 June 1,2006 -Eappatjannocfe JtetosEstablished 1877 • An Independent Newspaper Published Every Thursday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Anita L. Sherman, Editor Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler, Executive Vice President Jan Clatterbuck, Office Manager 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: 249 Main Street, Washington, Va. Mailing address: P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: asherman@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.TimesC0mmunlty.com THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2006 Our View Putting a price on paradise It's budget time again for the county, and those prone to scrutinizing the fine print of legal ads will note the creation of the Farmland Preservation Fund, which will increase county emphasis on preserving farmland to the tune of $300,000 in the next fiscal year. That money isn't intended to buy more cell towers, build a community center or perhaps put up bleachers around the new track at the high school. What it is intended for is to keep Rappahannock County rolling in green by purchasing development rights from farmers that may be tempted to sell their land to a future developer or to lobby to have it rezoned into parcels that could be developed later. Bottom line, the county would like those farmers to just keep farming. Rappahannock County hasn't jumped on the purchase of development rights bandwagon like some in the county would hope. It's a relatively new program and some of our neighboring counties, like Fauquier, have been successful in purchasing these rights ensuring that a dairy farm stays a dairy farm for future years rather than being milked into a mall. Some monies in the county coffers would help Rappahannock in that direction. beverai conservation groups in the county work diligently informing the community about putting their property into scenic easements, related tax credits and the value of preserving the countryside rather than promoting uncontrolled growth. But, there is a catch. It will cost. The creation of the new fund would be paid for by adding an extra $.02 per $100 of assessed value to the real estate tax rate. The premise is that the majority of the Rappahannock citizenry is on the same page about the future and keeping this county pretty much the way it is. If that is the case, it won’t come without paying the piper. Former chairman of the board, Charles (Pete) Estes stood on his Rappahannock roots firmly focused that the county should be preserved and growth controlled with strict, rigid zoning requirements that have kept a Wal-Mart or a Giant or a CVS at bay. That's fine as long as you're able to drive the 30 minutes to get to a hospital, supermarket, drugstore or department store but there is an aging population in Rappahannock County that won't be vertical for long. How do they get along? Perhaps they'd benefit from a few services that are handier. But, that aside, while many residents have deep roots in Rappahannock County there are many who have left more complicated lives and discovered its charm and sanctuary qualities. Regardless of whether your family can claim actual roots here or whether you've migrated here, preserving this treasure would appear uncontested. You might want to call it a luxury tax for living in Rappahannock County. Hot off the presses He’s at it again. Our own Jim Russell received his shipment last week of his second book, The Resting Rock, which is a collection of ghost, memory and folk tales. “Some of them I heard from others and some of them I experienced myself,” said a smiling Russell. Local artist Davette Leonard did the illustrations which grace its pages. The book will be available soon for general distribution. Russell is already at work on this third book which he plans to title “Felicia.” Welcome to ...? Flint Hill highway sign marred by vandals. A somber Dorian Matthews poses beside the Flint Hill village sign that is now missing its hand-crafted wood letters. Dorian designed and crafted the letters last year as part of an Eagle Scout project. Decals have been placed on the sign to replace the missing letters until replacement wood letters can again be constructed and installed. The Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office has the incident under investigation—as they do several other vandalism cases in Flint Hill, including stolen signs at the Post Office. Photo by Richard Lykes Letters Historical Sampler’ Fundraiser a success Over 240 people came and enjoyed a beautiful day at a really special venue “Meadow Green Farm”, home of John and Pam Kiser in Slate Mills. Our hope and emphasis was a family event, and it would have been wonderful to have seen more parents with children there. We deliberately kept ticket prices low to encourage this. The Board of Directors of the Rappahannock Historical Society wish to express our sincerest thank you to all those individuals who made this event a success. They include the following: • Event co-chairs Wayne Baldwin and Judy Tole who did an incredible job of organizing this special day for everyone. • Food Committee: Lillian Aylor and Thom Pellikaan; servers Mary Ann Kuhn, Cole & Tom Johnson, Linda Corbin & Larry Hoffman, Nathan Corbin, Steve Butler, Rebecca Abecassis, and Denise Pearson. • Food donations: Flint Hill Public House, Blue Rock Inn, Griffin Tavern, The Country Cafe, Inn at Little Washington, Thornton River Grille, Sunnyside Farms, Apple Hill Bakery, Lakeside Caterers and Lillian Aylor and friends. • House Tour and docents chair -Jean Morris with room write-ups by Helen Williams. • Docents in the house were Jean Morris, Nancy Freeman, Kathy Heslep, Renate Chapman, Maureen Harris, Peggy Ralph, Marti Henze, Helen Williams, Carol Quaintance, Joy Sloane and Mildred Timbers with Gene Fisher having fun in the large bam. Tom Utz handled the parking. • Volunteer Artisans: Linda Witt-weaving, Rebecca Burke-butter churning, Lucia Kilby-education of the time, Florine Baldwin-quilting, Kitty Keyser and Hearthstone School studentsgames, dances and sachet making, Gary Wilson-woodworking, James NeighborsBlacksmith, John Tole of Evergreen ShadeAppalachian and folk music, Promise Land Baptist Church Choir-Gospel Music directed by Alfreda Dean. • At the ticket and sales tables were Louise van Dort, Tom and Lisa Crosley. • Signs, Tables, Chairs : Wayne Baldwin borrowed tables from Thornton Gap Baptist Church' and chairs from Rappahannock Co. High School, brought them to Meadow Green and set them up after he helped set up all the tents and tarps. He also made all the signs and distributed them throughout the county. • Raffles: One of the special features of the day was the raffling off of two wonderful donated works of art. First was an original watercolor titled “Storm’s a Commin” by Nancy Keyser. The winner was Dennis King of Slate Mills. The second item was a beautiful handmade quilt by Kathy Heslep, an RHS member. The winner of the quilt was Matt Wandling of Edinburg. Many descendents of the earliest landowner, John Quaintance, were in attendance and some have shared their genealogy with RHS. Mr. & Mrs. Kiser were presented with a Time Line of their property along with deeds from the present back to 1812, and information on the families that lived on the land that is now theirs. This annual event is our primary fundraiser. We are a nonprofit 501 © (3) and totally dependent on memberships and donations to keep the building at 328 Gay St. open with the lights on. We have family files, abstracts of births, deaths, will and estate records and chancery suits. We have files on family and public cemeteriessome of which have since been destroyed and no longer exist. We have census records through 1930. Our second floor museum is dedicated to the people and history of Rappahannock County. If you were not able to attend our event, please stop by the Historical Society, say Hi, and tour the building. Not from this area originally? Ask one of our volunteers about having a property search done on your land. Not only will this give you a history of the land, but it will include the families that lived on that land, at least from 1833 when Rappahannock Co. was formed out of Culpeper Co. Because if illness and a shortage of regular volunteers, our hours have changed to Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. We hope we can increase the number of days we’re open when our volunteer staff increases. People from all over the country visit to research their family roots. Thank you again to everyone who participated. We couldn’t have done it without you. The staff and Board of Directors of the Rappahannock Historical Society Washington Rappahannock County landowners say subdivision and population growth are the greatest threats to their watershed Landowners and residents in the Upper Thornton River Watershed voiced opinions about their land, water, and watershed in a recent survey conducted by Rappahannock Friends and Lovers of Our Watershed (RappFLOW). Out of 19 possible threats to their watershed, the three of greatest concern to the most people included “subdivision of land parcels,” “population growth,” and “public sewage treatment plant discharge to stream.” Threats of greatest concern to the fewest respondents included, for example, “residential runoff (nutrients),” “traffic,” and “stream bank erosion.” Respondents were asked to choose their three most important values. Out of 17 possible values offered, the top three chosen by 163 respondents included “views and scenery”, “privacy”, and “quality of life.” In contrast, the fewest respondents most value “income from farm or forest” or “market value of property.” Ninety-three percent of respondents said they do sup port expenditures of public money on watershed protection and restoration. Out of 18 possible kinds of efforts to protect the watershed, the greatest percentage of respondents chose conservation easements (75%), subdivision ordinances to control development (75%), and zoning to protect streams (68%). Purchase of development rights was chosen by 43% of respondents. On January 30, 2006, RappFLOW volunteers mailed 998 surveys to all known addresses of residents and landowners in the Upper Thornton River Watershed. Respondents were offered a free aerial photo of their property as an incentive to return the survey. The response rate was over 16 percent. For more information please go to www.rappflow.org where you can download a report and the survey instrument. This work is supported in part by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and 15 partner organizations Beverly Hunter RappFlow Amissville Donald Trump would be pleased They baked cookies, brownies and cupcakes. They washed cars and trucks. They grilled hot dogs and then threw in a large yard sale. And the Class of ’08 at Rappahannock County High School know that made a success of its fund-raising event. Karen Sanborn, one of the four teachers who is a sponsor of ’08, reported cash income of $1,400.00 - “give or take some change,” she added. The sophomore girls and boys, and a few of their teachers, worked under a threaten ing sky, moved the food items and the vast yard sale collection of everything from Teddy Bears to gas heaters. According to teacher Sanborn, something close to half the 70 members of the 10th grade class participated. The money goes into a fund that has two purposes: one pays for the senior trip of the Class of ‘08, two years hence, of course. The other underwrites the senior prom of the Class of ’07 - a pay-it-forward Rappahannock tradition. Congratulations! Photos by Jed Duvall SWEET SHOP: Students Noel Johns, Jonathan Butler and Evonne Pullen spent their Saturday selling sweet things. WASH ME! Molly McCarthy was adept with the hose while Alana Cloud and Jordan Lysaght assisted with the car wash.

A tax for the farmers? By Hal Hunter Special to the Rappahannock News The Question As a result of the recent reassessments, the proposed rate per $100 of real estate valuation for the next fiscal year is 600. Question: Should the county add 20 to fund the Farmland Preservation Program, for a rate of 620? The public may comment on June 5 at the 7:00 p.m. supervisors meeting in the courthouse. A public hearing on the budget will be held on June 26, also at 7:00, followed by a vote on the budget. The Farmland Preservation Program The Farmland Protection Program purchases the development rights of working farmers who wish to keep farming. The Program is currently funded by roll-back taxes — five years of the difference between land use and market value taxation when a landowner decides to move out of land use taxation (more about land use later) — and by private donations. Rollback taxes generate around $20,000 per year. Private donations, principally from the Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance, have totaled $20,000 over the last two years. A 2-cent tax would generate about $300,000 per year. The remainder of this article summarizes arguments for the two-cent tax. Avoids larger tax increases later The cost to educate a child in Rappahannock public schools, in local tax dollars, is a little more than $8,000 per child per year. Thus, every 25-acre farmland parcel not converted to a house with a school-age child saves the county $8,000 per year. For example, if a 205-acre farm is converted to five acres for the farmer and eight 25-acre parcels, and a house with one school-age child appears on each parcel, the cost to educate those eight children for five years is $320,000, probably more because public education costs escalate faster than inflation. Those costs can be avoided in r perpetuity if the county uses the Farmland Preservation Program to purchase the farmer’s rights to divide and sell his or her property. In counties with similar programs, a development right is purchased at $20,000 to $40,000. At $40,000, the cost to extinguish eight rights is $320,000 — about the revenue the tax would generate each year. In Virginia Beach a 1.5-cent property tax pays for the program. Their penny-and-a-half investment offsets at least fifteen cents in future tax increases, a ten-for-one return on investment. Keeps us scenic The comprehensive plan states that “we the people of Rappahannock declare it to be a ‘scenic county.’” Helping farmers to keep farming slows residential development and helps us retain our scenic character. Keeps taxes low for everyone More than two thirds of our tax dollars go to the schools. Cows don’t go to school. That fact helps keep our taxes low. The more farmers we have, the lower the taxes for everyone. See the 2004-2005 nominal rates per $100 of assessed real estate valuation in neighboring governments: Winchester City $0.63 Arlington County $0.96 Page County $0.67 Fauquier County $0.99 Rappahannock County$0.72 Alexandria City $1.00 Clarke County $0.74 Prince William County $1.07 Albemarle County $0.76 Falls Church City $1.08 Madison County $0.76 Charlottesville City $1.09 Warren County $0.76 Loudoun County $1.11 Culpeper Comity $0.89 Fairfax County $1.13 Fairfax City $0.90 Manassas City $1.15 Prince George County $0.90 Manassas Park City $1.33 Encourages tourism The comprehensive plan states that our economy is built on agriculture and tourism. Farms, forests, and open space are tourist attractions; housing developments aren’t. FREE INSPECTION Protect your home. Permanently. Protect your home, family and pets against termites, fleas, ticks and other pests. 540-829-0000 www. 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Copies will be distributed all year long through the Chamber of Commerce, Visitor's Center and Real Estate offices. Rappahannock Nous Anita Sherman Rapp. Editorial I Terri Carper I Advertising 540.675.3338 Ph. 540.675.3088 Fx. Provides cash for the farmer Farmers with limited income who need cash but are reluctant to sell have an alternative in the Farmland Preservation Program. Accommodates “small” parcels Farmland parcels that are too small for an easement donation to the Virginia Outdoors Foundation may be donated to the County, with VOF as co-holder. Contact your supervisor. Tell him what you think. Robert P. Anderson, Chairman 332 Rock Mills Road Woodville, VA 22749 (540) 987-8206 Email: robetander8@aol.com Ronald L. Frazier, Vice- Chairman 446 Viewtown Road Amissville, VA 20106 (540) 937-5983 S. Bryant Lee 13153 Lee Highway Washington, VA 22747 (540)675-3178 Roger A. Welch 907 Zachary Taylor Highway Flint Hill, Virginia 22627 (540) 675-3638 roger.welch@gefanuc.com Thomas G. 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Photo by Richard Lykes Songster s sunset Beautiful sunsets in Rappahannock are frequent and much admired from vantage points throughout the county. They also provide the perfect background for sparrows and other favorites to practice their songs. This view of the Blue Ridge Mountains taken from Vista Hermosa was elegantly framed by dogwood blossoms. Chipping away at the borders Spring is bursting with sights and sounds designed to draw us from the workaday world into the natural one. The lush new plant growth provides the visual attractions and a cacophony of bird songs the accompanying sound track. So many songs! And so much diversity! We’ve heard the indomitable Carolina wrens all winter,, and the wistful songs of the white-throated sparrows seem all the more wistful now that they’re leaving us for northern breeding grounds. And the airwaves are increasingly filled with songs from new arrivals. For us the most obvious of these are the phoebes, whose loud, raspy calls announce they’re ready to construct nests on our house. Add to these the sounds of finches, thrushes, woodpeckers, jays, chickadees, and dozens of other birds all mingling together in a surprisingly agreeable noise. To us it’s noise. To the birds, all of this singing has enormous significance. Recently we’ve been seeing and hearing chipping sparrows at a neighbor’s farm. They migrate here to breed and stay around until fall when they move south again. Their arrival is always much anticipated because they’re such attractive and interesting birds. Chipping sparrows (Spizella passerine) are common and widespread, usually wintering in Mexico and the southern U.S. and breeding RappNature Sara and Jim Law ray Rappnature@aol.com throughout the U.S. and southern Canada. 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Doing Business the Old Fashioned Way ...with a Handshake & a Smile. 250 West Shirley Ave.,Warrenton,VA www.jimharrisauto.com 540.347.3341 800.255.6377 to hear them is now when males establish and mark the boundaries of their breeding territories. Songs are variations on an extended rattle or trill, some of them more mechanical than musical. If. there are several singing males nearby, the differences among the songs are quite evident. According to Donald Kroodsma (“The Singing Life of Birds”), each male chipping sparrow has only one song, and he learns it during the first breeding year from an older male. Kroodsma estimates there are up to 30 versions of this repetitive trill available to learn. He describes walking among the territories of several males during the breeding season and picking out the boundary lines from the noisy interactions that take place among the males. Singing is serious business for a male because it tells other males where his territory is and lets nearby females know that he is available as a mate. Older males are generally dominant and establish the most attractive territories. They also appear to win most border skirmishes with their neighbors. But little fighting ever takes place. The males somehow know who among them is dominant and the distribution of the various singers is simply a reflection of,this. Unmated males are the most vociferous of all the singers, but even mated males sing throughout the breeding season in defense of their territories and in hopes of attracting additional mates. Up to 5 percent of male chipping sparrows have what it takes to be what all males want to be—polygynous. But females, who do most of the parenting later on, are careful and choosy, mating with previously mated males only when the territory is large and resources are plentiful. It’s interesting that males seldom have neighbors with the same song, especially since they originally learned songs from their neighbors. Kroodsma suggests this is simply a consequence of a huge turnover in the sparrow population, perhaps as much as 50 percent every year. All the more reason to be the best you can be this breeding season. You might not get another cnance. It’s interesting how space that seems homogeneous to us can be subdivided so precisely by these birds almost entirely by behavior. Male sparrows know exactly where their territories are and those of their neighbors. They know the boundary lines and the significant territorial markers, just as we know the boundaries with our neighbors. Human territories are not nearly so transitory, though, and the boundary lines not nearly so blurred. Sparrow territories must be established every year and contested everyday during the breeding season. And there’s no telling who your neighbors are going to be from one year to the next. No male’s status is guaranteed. These active and gregarious birds are so cute and fun to watch, we tend to forget how serious the breeding season is to them. Singing establishes territorial rights, attracts mates and ultimately determines winners and losers in the annual game of love.

c Allegory, Jack Frazier, 25” x 21 —■■ ^^~-aLL- m " ^'———mi^^—■ w*-t M—> g ■-Ml—1—— Frazier encores at The Packing Shed Gallery by Tucker hill ,.»-» Speri«|t« th»Rappahannock N«w« .... - Jack Frazier and his paintings return to fill the Packing Shed Gallery with color and delight for the month of June, on the heels of his well received show a year and a half ago. Since his retirement, the Amissville resident has developed quite a following with his vivid and distinctive abstract oil paintings which he characterizes has having “power and energy that is colorful and upbeat and jumps out.” This large show of Mr. Frazier’s most recent work runs from June 1 through 26, with an Artist’s Reception on Sunday, June 4, 2-6 p.m. He is a graduate of the National Art School in Washington, D.C., and has had a successful career as art director for several organizations moving on to develop governmental graphic presentations for several U.S. presidents, Congress, NATO, the Joint Chiefs of Staff" and others. Retirement has allowed him to pursue his passion of working with oils, and he has been exploring the power and energy of abstract expression since 2003. He describes his approach to abstract painting as similar to a jazz musician playing a melody: “Distort it—tease it—seduce it—and finish it off with flair.” The Packing Shed Gallery is located at the corner of Porter Siberian Iris II, Jack Frazier, 34” x 23’ and Gay streets in historic Washington, Virginia, and is open rhursday through Monday from 12:30-7 p.m. For more information, phone (540) 675-3410. CM “Ship of Fools - Redux V” by John Kirchner — lightjet print 2006 NOT your sweet local landscapes I There is a definite charm to those little paintings of local scenes one can find at galleries in quaint Piedmont towns. But too much of a good thing can be cloying. Little Washington is definitely a quaint town. You can find the landscapes of many local artists in its galleries. Throughout the month of June, you will happy to know, you can also find exciting, eclectic, decidedly urban images at The Middle Street Gallery in Washington, VA. at the show, “unRappahannock.”. Many artists from the mid-Atlantic states submitted works to be reviewed by the distinguished jurist, Jane Livingston. The work of the sixteen artists selected will be on display from June 2nd through July 9th. We invite you to join us for the opening reception on Sunday, June 4, from 2 to 6 p.m. The paintings, photographs, and multi-media works in this show focus on the qualities that are clearly not what one tends to find in the rural setting of Rappahannock County. What exactly that means varies a great deal from artist to artist. You will find many » diverse creative responses to this “unRappahannock” idea represented in this show. This show was made possible by the The Piedmont Environmental Council and the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection. The Middle Street Gallery is located next to The Inn at Little Washington. Gallery hours are Friday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The phone number (during gallery hours) is (540) 675-3440. Web site: www.middlestreetgallery.org. Bill Allred’s Classic Jazz Band Jazz band returns to Theatre Bill Allred’s Classic Jazz Band returns to The Theatre at Washington, Virginia for a concert on Saturday, June 10 at 8 p.m. And, according to Allred, the band “is swinging as hard as ever.” “Things Ain’t What They Used lb Be” is the title of the band’s most recent CD, and will be the theme of the upcoming concert. That music was written by Mercer Ellington, the late Duke’s son. Among other music to be played, is a concert arrangement of Jerome Kern’s “Old Man River.” Besides great and perennially popular music such as these numbers, the band has always been interested in finding, researching, and playing some of the “almost forgotten arrangements” of the early jazz bands. The versatile eight-piece group has a wide-ranging repertoire, from 1920’s jazz, to 1930’s and 40’s swing, and on to present day arrangements. The band was founded in 1989. The personnel has remained more or less stable over the years. At the upcoming concert Bill Allred will be heard as leader and on the trombone, Charlie Bertini and Bobby Pickwood on trumpet, Terry Myers on reeds, Herb Bruce on trombone, Jay Mueller on string bass and tuba, Warren Sauer on drums, and Jeff Phillips on piano. Tickets for the copcert at the Theatre on Saturday, June 10 are $20 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. For reservations, or to receive copies of the Theatre’s schedule, con- > tact the Theatre by phone at (540) 675-1253 or by email to TheatreVA@ aol.com, or by mail to The Theatre, 291 Gay Street, PO. Box 322, Washington, VA 22747.

Opera at The Theatre A sampling of some of the most beautiful melodies in opera will be heard at the Theatre at Washington, Virginia on Saturday evening, June 3 at 8 p.m., when Jacqueline Neimat, soprano, returns to the Threatre for a concert titled “Joy and Tragedy in Opera.” She will be joined by tenor Aurelio Dominquez, with narrative explanation given by Elizabeth Daniels, and piano accompaniment provided by George Peachey. Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. For reservations or to obtain a copy of the Theatre’s schedule phone (540) 675 1253 or send email to TheatreVA@aol.com. Upcoming Events Preview Herndon in the Civil War The June dinner meeting of the Fauquier County CWRT will be on June 14 at the Fauquier Springs Country Club near Warrenton, VA. The evening starts at 6:30 pm, dinner is at 7:00 pm, and the program starts at 8:00 pm. All are invited to the meeting and you can come just for the program if you wish. Mr. Chuck Mauro will be talking on “Herndon in the Civil War.” Those planning to attend should call Jim Flanagan at 540-439-3649 for reservations. Chuck Mauro is the author and photographer of Herndon, A Town and Its History and Herndon: A History in Images. Mr. Mauro will djscuss and show pictures regarding the Civil War in this Virginia town steeped in history. His talk will focus on Herndon’s Confederate spy, Miss Laura Ratcliff, and Confederate Partisan Ranger John Singleton Mosby’s St. Patrick’s Day raid on Herndon Station. Mr. Mauro is also the writer and photographer of The Battle of Chantilly (Ox Hill), A Monumental Storm. Mr. Mauro is also the writer and co-producer for the movie The Battle of Chantilly (Ox Hill) with Bert Morgan of www.blmproductions.com Herndon: A Town and Its History will be available for purchase for cash or check in the amount of $26.25. Herndon: A History in Images will be available for $21.00. The Battle of Chantilly (Ox Hill) DVD will be available for $21.00. State Paries Guide Planning summer fun in the Old Dominion is made easier with a new guide from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, which manages the award-winning Virginia State Parks. The 2006 Virginia State Parks Guide introduces visitors to exciting outdoor activities. This brochure is an invaluable tool in planning a Virginia vacation or a weekend getaway, said DCR Director Joe Maroon. The 24-page Virginia State Parks Guide offers descriptions of every state park, information about camping, cabins, accessibility, and a chart that shows each parks amenities. A special section of the guide profiles the 70th anniversary of Virginia State Parks and its rich and interesting history. The guide is available at Virginia Welcome Centers, local visitor centers, Virginia State Parks, or by calling 1-800-933PARK. Up to the minute, comprehensive Virginia State Parks information is also available at www.dcr.virginia.gov . On June 15-18, 2006, Virginia State Parks celebrates the anniversary by rolling back the daily admission fee to 1936 rates - visitors will be charged 10 cents each, all weekend long. Third Annual Rappahannock County Soccer Camp • June 26 - July 1 6 a.m. - 12 p.m. Boys and Girls Location: Rapp. Co. Elem. School fields Ages: 5-13 (Groups will be separated by age) Cost: $75.00 (Includes sill fees, a new soccer ball and a camp T-shirt) Players will go through daily instruction of soccer fundamentals as well as team tactics each day. Players will get to experience great soccer games and learn new skills or sharpen skills already acquired. Most of all, the players get to have fun playing soccer! ***Local coaches are welcome and ' may attend free of charge*** Camp Director - Shay Bell - RCHS Head Coach Coaches Tim Kearny - CCHS Boy’s Varsity Coach Preston Will - RCHS Varsity Coach Amanda Harding - CCHS Varsity PlayerRegistration will occur on Monday, June 26th from Sam to 9am. Let us know you are attending by calling 540-829-6074. Save $5 by calling ahead. Any questions? Please contact Shay Bell @ 540-718-4404. Promise Land Baptist Church Promise Land Baptist Church is located at 242 Gid Brown Hollow Road in Washington, Virginia. The Promise Land Baptist Church was organized in 1900 by the late Reverend Beverly Butler. Services were held on the fourth Sunday of the month. During the pastorate of Reverend John Pendleton from 1975-2000, services were held on every first and fourth Sunday of the month. Under the leadership of their current pastor, Reverend Herbert Johnson, the services are currently held every sec ond and fourth Sunday at 11 a.m. Sunday school begins at 10 a.m. Reverend Forrest Freeman, a native of Rappahannock County and formerly of the Bethel Baptist Church in Amissville, is the associate minister of the Promise Land Baptist Church. Promise Land Baptist Church extends a warm welcome to everyone. The public is cordially invited to attend a service and visit. For more information about Promise Land Baptist Church, phone (540) 9878047. Religious Notes Initial Sermon On June 3 at 2 p.m. Angela Dennis White will be giving her initial sermon at the Shiloh Baptist Church in Woodville. Dinner will be served after the service. Rev. Michael E. Tinsley, Sr. - Pastor Homecoming Day Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church, Washington will be having their Homecoming Day on Sunday, June 4, starting at 10 a.m., with the Rochester Family singing. There will be preaching at 11a.m. followed by lunch at noon. For the afternoon service the Rochester Family will be singing along with preaching. Everyone is welcome. Deacon and Deaconess Day Macedonia Baptist Church of Flint Hill will be having Deacon and Deaconess Day on Sunday, June 4, at 3 p.m. Guest speaker will be Reverend Herbert Johnson, pastor of the Promise Land Baptist Church of Washington. Lunch will be served following the morning worship service. Inspirational Music The Joy Quartet from Pensacola Christian College will present a program of inspirational music on Friday, June 2, at 7:30 p.m. at Hope Hill Baptist Church, Castleton. The Quartet’s program will feature delightful, heartwarming music and a DVD presentation about the college. Carter Ministries Team Woodville Baptist Church at 4629 Sperryville Pike, Woodville on Sunday June 4 will be hosting The Carter Ministries Team of Donnie and Cindy Carter. They will be ministering in the morning worship service as well as presenting a Gospel Concert at 2 p.m. A covered dish meal will be provided after the morning service in the church fellowship hall. Everyone is invited and nursery will be provided. For more information call (540) 987-8188 Revival services Black Oak Regular Baptist Church on Route 729 will be having Evangelistic meetings from June 7-9 at 7 p.m. nightly. Dr. Wayne Thompson will be the guest speaker. Pastor Richards and his congregation invite the public to attend. “Growing-up and Living in South Africa” “ Growing up and living in South Africa” will be the topic of a discussion by The Reverend Nigel and Wendy Mollink on Sunday, June 11, at 3 p.m. at The Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington, Virginia. The public is invited to hear the personal experiences of the Mollinks’ being bom and raised under the apartheid system and then being part of the miraculous transition to the integrated system of today in South Africa. Additionally, Nigel and Wendy will tell about their outreach ministry in a very rural, poverty area where 60% of the population does not have an income and HIV-Aids is extreme. Their efforts are assisted by contributions from Trinity and Leeds Episcopal Church of Hume, Virginia, along with assistance from “Hands of Hope” in South Africa. The Mollinks have been serving and worshiping at Trinity since mid-April while The Reverend Jennings (Jenks) Hobson, III is on sabbatical. They will be departing for their Johannesburg home in mid-June. Light refreshments will be served after the discussion period. For more information, please contact the Trinity Church Office, (540) 675-3716. Shawl Ministry Do you like to knit or crochet? Would you like to learn? Come and be a part of the Prayer Shawl Ministry, a group which lovingly creates shawls for those in their community that may be grieving, dealing with illness, or suffering from a loss, and also for those experiencing a joy such as a wedding or new baby. The Amissville United Methodist Women are sponsoring a local unit of this nationwide ministry which will be meeting on the first and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 9 a.m. -11:30 a.m. Contact Betty Jean Wheeler at 937-8251 or Sarah Boelte at 987-8819 for more information. Wonderful information about this ministry may be obtained from the website www.shawlministry.com. Kids’ Community Bible Club A Kids’ Community Bible Club sponsored by Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, Trinity Episcopal Church and Washington Baptist Church has begun its second year and wants to invite all children in Grades 1-3 to attend. The Kids’ Club meets on Wednesday afternoons from 3:30 p. m. to 5 p. m. at the Washington Baptist Church. This program consists of Bible inemorization, games, singing, crafts, refreshments and fun all orchestrated by Rev. Jon Heddleston. Rev. Jennings Hobson, and Rev. Phil Bailey. For more information, call the Washington Baptist Church office at 675-3336. FREE Food Every Month Do you need additional food to add to your kitchen pantry based on the number of people in your family. When is it? June 15, Thursday from 3-5 p.m. July 20, August 17. Check newspaper Or call 675-3313 to confirm future date Where is it? Washington Baptist Church, 180 Gay Street, Washington., Families that are income eligible or that receive Food Stamps, Medicaid and/or SSI will automatically qualify to receive USDA Food Commodities. Registration & Distribution will be first come - first served! Questions my be directed to (540) 675-3716, (540) 675-3336 or (540) 9879101. Sponsored by the Rappahannock Community Care Coalition. Morgan named new vicar The Reverend Philip Morgan has accepted the call of Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Rapidan to be its new vicar effective June 1. The Reverend Philip Morgan was bom in Wales and received his undergraduate degree from the University of London in 1975. In 1978 he was awarded a Bachelor of Divinity degree from the University of Wales, Cardiff, and thereafter was ordained a deacon in 1978 and priested in the Church in Wales 1979. After a number of positions in his native Wales, Morgan was recruited by the Bishop of Northern Indiana in 1984 as a Canonical Resident and the Assistant Rector at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Elkhart, IN. Following that appointment, he served for 15 years as Rector and Chaplain at Howe Military School in Indiana before transferring to the Diocese of Virginia in 2000. Along with his new duties at Emmanuel, Rapidan, Mr. Morgan will continue to serve as Chaplain at Blue Ridge School in Dyke, VA. In announcing the Reverend Morgan’s appointment, Frances Purcell, Emmanuel Church’s Senior Warden stated: “We are most fortunate to have a person of Mr. Morgan’s experience and ability join our small but vibrant congregation. His sermons are gospel oriented and inclusive to all who seek purpose and meaning in their lives.” The Reverend Morgan will preach his first sermon as the new vicar at Emmanuel Church this Sunday at 10am. The public is invited and both a nursery and Sunday school are provided. Emmanuel Episcopal Church is located in Rapidan near the intersection of VA Rts 615 and Rev. Philip Morgan 614 approximately 10-15 minutes from both Orange and Culpeper. Reverend Morgan will continue as General Manager at Sunnyside in Sperryville. 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All submissions in Upcoming Events must be received by 3 p ,.m. on Mondays in order to be included in the next edition of the paper For email, send to Jan Clatterbuck at jclatterbuck@ timespapers.com Tree Seedlings available As in previous years, tree seedlings are now available for planting in the county. This year’s selections are Sugar Maple, Loblolly Pine, and Yellow Poplar. The seedlings are available in bundles of 10-25 trees or less. Donations to help defray costs appreciated. For more information and picK-up, call or email John Kirchner at 987-9154, info@johnkirchner.com A call to artists The Griffin Tavern in Flint Hill is seeking local artists to display their artwork in the upstairs gallery. All forms of artwork will be considered. Please stop by the Tavern or call (540) 675-3227 to submit. Regular weekly events at the Griffin Tavern Sushi nights, every other Monday, June 5 and June 19. Sushi menu begins at 4 p.m. Tuesday- Dart League Wednesday- Prime Rib night Thursday - Games, fun starts at 8 p.m. with trivia teams vying for local kudos For more information, please call (540) 675-3227\ June 1 - June 16: Handmade Books on Display at Rappahannock Library A group of unique and beautiful handmade books will be on display at the library in Little Washington during the first half of June. The books were produced during a weekend Bookmaking Workshop led by Alberta Zajack (Albie Smith), assisted by Ann Georgia McCaffray and held at Revival Springs Retreat for Creative Action in Sperryville, VA. Workshop participants included Susan Abraham, Beau Caldwell, Jeanne Drevas, Wayne Jenkins, June Jordan, Toni McCaffray, Peg Schadler, Trista Scheueriein, Barbara Heile Sherwood and Linda Tarry. The community is encouraged to come in and experience a different kind of book! Library hours are: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, 10 a.m to 6 p.m., Thursday, Friday., and 10 a.m to 2 p.m on Saturday. June 2: Annual D.A.R.E. Day Let’s not forget the Annual D.A.R.E Day of festivities on Friday, June 2, starting at 9 a.m., at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. This is a day of education and fun for the whole family. There will be exhibitors from organizations such as local fire departments, law enforcement personnel from Rappahannock County and surrounding areas. Rappahannock County boasts one of the largest D.A.R.E. Day events thanks to the efforts of organizer Deputy Jeff Brown. June 2: Blue Rock Inn rocks with music - tonight it’s Bobby Glasker Join us for “patio season” at the Blue Rock. All shows will be out on the scenic patio, weather permitting. Shows start at 7 pm. Cover charge. Come early for dinner and stay late for great music. The Blue Rock Inn is located at 12567 Lee Hwy., Washington, VA across from RCHS. For details contact Jim McCullough at (540) 987-3190. Upcoming shows: 6/9 Man Mountain Jr. 6/16 TBD 6/23 Rude Rock Family 6/30 Street Legal June 2: “Memoirs of a Geisha” The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community is showing “Memoirs of a Geisha” at The Theatre on Gay Street, Washington, VA, Friday, June 2, 8:00 p.m. Come prepared to hear haunting cello solos by Yo-Yo Ma as background to this fine film. June 3: Operatic Love presented at The Theatre George Peachey on piano and Jacqueline Neimat, soprano will be joined by Venezuelan tenor, Aurelio Dominquez. Tickets for the concert are $20 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. For reservation, contact the Theatre by phone at (540) 675-1253 or email TheatreVA® aol.com June 3: Salsa Rawlsa A RAWL benefit, join us for a fun filled evening Saturday, June 3rd, 6 p.m. under the big tent at the Flint Hill Public House. SALSA RAWLSA is a benefit for the Rappahannock Animal Shelter featuring a Latin Buffet with Spanish Tapas, Sangria, Margaritas and more! There will be a silent and live auction with special guest auctioneer, John McCarthy. Sensational sounds by The Latin Cats and a “Pet Mercado” where you can buy goodies for your pets. Tickets are $100 each and sponsorships are available too! Seating is limited so get your tickets soon. For more information go to www.rawldogs.org or call Sarah Van Dam at (540) 987-7263. Some of our fabulous auction items include: Dinner for Two at The Inn at Little Washington Selection of art including original oil painting by Sandra Forbush. Visit the Flint Hill Public House now through June 3rd for your chance to win this original Sandra Forbush oil painting entitled “What’s Up?” valued at $1,600. Raffle tickets are on sale for $10 each and the drawing will take place Saturday, June 3rd at SALSA RAWLSA. Just another great way for you to support RAWL! For more info on Sandra visit her website www.sandraforbush.com. Baccarat Crystal Labrador Retriever Custom Saddle Rack Custom Hickory Dog Bed Thanks to our sponsors: The Flint Hill Public House, Hunt Country Rentals, Rappahannock National Bank, Chris Doxzen and Associates, LLC and Oasis CD Manufacturing, Sally Cunningham, Jim & Kathy Treadway, Rose Hill Vet and Chris Doxzen &Assc. SALSA RAWLSA is just a few weeks away. Tickets are going fast - get yours now! Invites have been mailed. If you did not receive one please call Sarah at (540)987-7263. This party is definitely one you don’t want to miss. Bring your dancing shoes and your VISA or MC as there will be an auction item or special gift you must have! Hope to see you there. June 3: Second Annual Panther Band Coffee House The Second Annual Panther Band Coffee House is scheduled for Saturday, June 3rd at RCES! This fun event will begin at 6 p.m. and will include a host of local performers, as well as a delicious spaghetti dinner for anyone who wishes to take advantage of the total experience! Entertainment this year includes vocals by award winning local singer Laura Wheatley, poetry by RCHS teacher Laurel Van Horn, folk songs by very talented Janet Dunn, classic bluegrass by Dr. Bob Chappell and friends, sax duo Dos Allen and Matt Yonkey, acoustic guitarists Matt Hunter and Josh Makela, vocalist Kendra Settle, a pint-sized bundle of talent, our own RCHS Jazz Band and much more. Tickets in advance are $10 for dinner and the show. Advance reservations may be made by calling Kathryn Treanor at 987-8575 (x23) or Jan Makela at 937-5718. Show tickets at the door will be $7. Student tickets are just $2. This is a major fundraiser for our band and a great time for everyone! Please come out and join the fun! June 4: Blue Ridge Outlaws U16 travel team tryouts Blue Ridge Outlaws U16 Travel team tryouts for summer and fall tournaments and showcases. Tryouts at 10 a.m. at Liberty High School, Bealton, For information call Charles Moss at (540) 2722122. June 5,8: Soccer tryouts for girls travel team Join the Fireballs! Tryouts for the Fauquier County Fireballs soccer team will be held June 5th at Taylor Middle School from 5:30 p.m to 7 p.m. and June 8th at Brumfield Elementary School from 5 p.m to 6:30 p.m. Interested girls must be bom on or after 8/01/94. For additional information contact Coach Rick Ashley at raccashley@msn.com . June 6: Democratic Committee monthly meeting On Tuesday, June 6, the monthly meeting of the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee at the Rappahannock County Library in Washington. Social time starts at 7 p.m. with meeting following at 7:30 p.m. All Democrats welcome. June 6: Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District meeting The Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District holds its monthly Board of Directors’ meetings on the first Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. Meeting location rotates alphabetically through the five counties served by the District Culpeper, Greene, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock. The next Board of Directors’ meeting will be held on June 6 in Culpeper, at the Virginia Community Bank on Main Street in Culpeper. For further information and directions, call 825-8591. June 9: Camerata Cantores Final Concert Camerata Cantores & Brass Classique in concert: “How Can I Keep from Singing”; The group’s final performance, highlighting many favorites from an extensive repertoire spanning the ages, will take place on Friday, June 9 at 8 p.m., at The Theatre at Washington. On Saturday, June 10 Candlelight Concert at 8 p.m. at the Bruton Parish in Williamsburg, VA. Tickets are $15. and will be available at the door. Advance tickets may be purchased at G Whillikers in Warrenton. For more information, call (540) 937-4044 or visit www.cameratacantores.org. June 10 - “An Alfresco Evening” “An Alfresco Evening” at the Unicom Winery in Amissville, sponsored by the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee, $25 per person from 7 p.m to 9 p.m . Reservations by June 1. For more information call, Fran Krebser at 631-0821. June 10: Classic Jazz Band Bill Allred’s Classic Jazz Band returns to The Theatre at Washington, Virginia for a concert on Saturday, June 10, at 8 p.m. The band “is swinging as hard as ever.” Tickets for the concert are $20 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. Phone (540) 675-1253 or email TheatreVA@aol.com. June 11: Family Reunion A Burke family reunion for the relatives of the late Charles Lewis and Bessie Burke will be held on Sunday June 11 at the Rappahannock County Park in Washington, starting at 10 a.m. All family members and friends are invited to attend and are asked to bring a covered dish. For more information call (540) 635-9951. June 11: Butterfly celebration Hospice of the Rapidan will sponsor their fourth annual Butterfly Celebration on Sunday, June 11 at 3 p.m. in the beautiful formal gardens of James Madison's Montpelier in Orange. The Butterfly Celebration is a life-affirming expression of hope and peace highlighted by the release and flight of one hundred Monarch butterflies in the spring air accompanied by harp music. Anyone is welcome to sponsor one or more butterflies at $25 each. To honor a loved one by sponsoring a butterfly or to get more information, phone (540) 825-4840 or check online at www.hotr.org. Sponsorships must be ordered by June 1 to ensure recognition of your loved one in the event program. Butterfly sponsorships are tax deductible. June 11: “Growing up and Living in South Africa” “Growing-up and Living in South Africa” will be the topic of a discussion by The Reverend Nigel and Wendy Mollink on Sunday, June 11, at 3 p.m at The Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington, Virginia. The public is invited to hear the personal experiences of the Mollinks’ being bom and raised under the apartheid system and then being part of the miraculous transition to the integrated system of today in South Africa. Additionally, Nigel and Wendy will tell about their outreach ministry in a very rural, poverty area where 60% of the population does not have an income and HIV-Aids is extreme. Their efforts are assisted by contributions from Trinity and Leeds Episcopal Church of Hume, Virginia, along with assistance from “Hands of Hope” in South Africa. The Mollinks have been serving and worshiping at Trinity since mid-April while The Reverend Jenning? (Jenks) Hobson, III is on sabbatical. They will be departing for their Johannesburg home in mid-June. Light refreshments will be served after the discussion period. For more information, contact the Trinity Church Office, (540) 675-3716. June 13: Culpeper Minute Men Chapter Meeting The Culpeper Minute Men Chapter of the NSDAR will meet Tuesday, June 13, at 1:30 p.m. at The Kemper Residence, Main Street, Madison. The program, “James Lawson Kemper, Brig. General and Virginia State Governor will be presented by Frank Walker, author and historian of Orange County, VA. The Chapter is made up of residents from Rappahannock, Culpeper and Madison Counties. June 15: Fotluck Party Calling all Friends and Lovers of Our Watershed! Join us for a potluck party on Thursday, June 15 from 6 p.m to 8 p.m. — celebrating RappFLOW’s new office and meeting space in Sperryville (next to Sunnyside Farm Market — formerly Rae’s Place) Bring food to share, or just bring yourself and a friend and learn about upcoming opportunities. For more information call Jean at 937-2603. June 16: Dressage schooling shows start Old Dominion Hounds Pony Club is planning a second series of Friday Dressage Schooling Shows this summer, following the first, very successful, series in 2005. The shows will again be held at Windsor Lodge Farm, just outside Flint Hill, and will start at 2 p.m. A new offering this year is a combined test, which will be open to Beginner Novice, Novice, and Training riders, The schedule is as follows: Dressage shows: June 16, July 14, August 11, and September 15 Combined test: July 9 These shows provide a wonderful opportunity for riders to show in a friendly, low-key, stress-free environment, and are particularly valuable for introducing young horses, or riders who have had little showing experience, to the show ring. For more information, and entry blanks, contact Lesley Arnold, at (540) 636-2344, or email lesleyamold @ hotmail.com. June 17: Third Annual Courage Cup This annual charity polo match will be held on June 17 at Great Meadow Polo Club in The Plains. Benefiting the Work to Ride charity, this event originated as a way to bring young professionals in Washington, D.C. Together with the polo community for a good cause and a good time. Ticket options vary from sideline tailgate spots to private group boxes. Tickets may be purchased at www.CourageCup.org June 17: Pickin’ Party Hackley’s Store Pickin’ Party will be held on Saturday, June 17, 2006 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (Weather permitting) Rt 211 East Amissville VA. Bring lawn chairs. All musicians/singers welcome. 50/50 raffle to benefit the Rappahannock Co. 4H program.* June 17: Scrabble School Benefit Yard Sale On Saturday, June 17, from 9 a.m to 4 p.m , the Scrabble School Preservation Foundation will hold a yard sale to raise funds for the rehab of the Scrabble School building and grounds. As approved by the Board of Supervisors, the property will house the Rappahannock County Senior Citizen Center and the Scrabble School Heritage Center. All funds raised will go to the rehab and reuse project. The Foundation will accept donated items of good, resalable quality for the event. All items donated may be tax deductible. The sale will be at 174 Scrabble Road, Castleton. Please contact Dorothy Warner for information (540) 987SI 03. June 18: Father’s Day celebration at Gadino On June 18, Fathers and Franc - Father’s Day celebration at Gadino Cellars offering Dad’s a FREE tasting of the 2005 Cab Franc in the barrel room. Other family members will be charged $2 for barrel samples and light finger foods in the barrel room. Chocolatier Marc Ast of The Frenchman’s Comer (www.frenchmancomer. com) will serving samples of his Belgian Neuhaus Chocolate. His chocolates will be for sale in our tasting on this day as well. Bring a light jacket as the room is chilly. General Admission is Free and Open to the Public. Wine Tasting $3 to include logo glass Hours are 12 noon to 6 p.m. Don’t miss these events! Gadino Cellars is a proud member of of the Blue Ridge WineWay. June 18: Father Day breakfast at CGVFD Treat Dad to breakfast on Sunday, June 18, from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Chester Gap Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department. Cost will be | $7 for ages 12 and up, $4 for ages 4 to 11, and child- i ren under four are free. Sausage, bacon, biscuits, eggs, pancakes, coffee, milk and juice will be served. . June 18: Father’s Day Breakfast Father’s Day breakfast on Sunday, June 18, at Castleton Community Volunteer Fire Company from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. The menu will consist of eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, sausage gravy, home fries, fried apples, french toast, juice, coffee and tea. The cost for adults is $7. Children are $3.50 and kids age two and under will eat free. For directions call (540) 937-4110. June 1830: Rappahannock Nature Camp Sign up now for this nature study day camp for boys and girls 8-12 years old. Campers will explore the rivers, ponds, forests and meadows at Singing Creek, 3 miles south of Sperryville. Cost is $225 for the two weeks and financial assistance is available. The camp is sponsored by Hearthstone School and the Piedmont Environmental Council. For an application form, call Hearthstone School at 987-9212, or visit the Rappahannock County Extension Office in Washington. June 20-August 23: Weight Watchers session begins A new 10-week session of Weight Watchers will begin at Rappahannock County High School if there are 15 people interested. Cost is $120 per person. Please contact Kelly Settle at 540.987.8575 if you are interested or for more information. Session dates: June 20 - August 23. June 24: CGVFD Annual Horseshoe Tournament and Pig Roast Come and join the fun! Chester Gap Volunteer Fire & Rescue’s annual horseshoe tournament and pig roast on Saturday, June 24. Register by 11 a.m. Tournament starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Chester Gap carnival grounds, DJ music by Michael Ray Williams. The entry free will be $10 per person, $20 per team. There will be first, second and third place awarded to singles and partners. June 27: RappFLOW Buffer Workshop RappFLOW Stream Buffer Workshop will be held on Tuesday, June 27, from 1 p.m to 4 p.m. Stream buffers are the areas of vegetation (trees, shrubs, and grass) along the stream banks. Keeping our rivers and streams healthy and maintaining diversity in our wildlife depends in part on the vitality of the stream buffers. Come join expert trainer Greg Wichelns, Director of the Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District, and RappFLOW director Christina Loock to learn more about streams and buffers and how to assess them. Be prepared for a fun afternoon of outdoor fieldwork. Opportunities to be involved in RappFLOWs new volunteer buffer evaluation program will be discussed (although no commitment is necessary). Please RSVP to Christina Loock at Christina@RappFlow. org or 937-5968. If you cannot make this training, but are interested in being involved in our volunteer program, please contact us. Also see www.rapp flow.org for more information on field studies. July 4: Old Fashioned 4th of July celebration Join us in an Old Fashioned 4th of July celebration at the Recreation Park in Washington from noon until 3 p.m. Picnic lunch provided: hamburgers, hots,salads,watermelon,cookies and lemonade in addition to patriotic music,games for kids,new friends and oldr.AII are welcome. Sponsored by RCDC the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee. July 10-14: Headwaters' Summer Workshops Sign-up now for the 5th year of Headwaters’ Summer Workshops. The Workshops are open to all county children from grades 5-12; age requirements vary depending on the workshop chosen. The cost is $35.00 per child per week. Space is limited, so reserve your child’s place today! “Workshops are sponsored in part by a generous grant from Target Stores For an application and workshop descriptions, please call Headwaters at 675-1819, or email Lucille Niessen at LNiessen @ Nedpower.com Application deadline is June 23. July 22: Rea Market and Yard Party On Saturday, July 22 the Chester Gap Volunteer Fire & Rescue’s will have a flea market and yard party at the carnival grounds in the fire hall from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. They will even pick up the items for you. For pick up call Adam Moore at 671-5839 or Stephanie Crawford at 635-5091 and leave a message. Summer Camps at Belle Meade Sunday, May 21 from 2-4 at 353 F.T. Valley Road, Sperryville, (540) 987-9748. Belle Meade Day Camp for boys and girls 6-13 has five twoweek sessions, June 19-30, July 3-14, July 17-28, July 31 - August 11, August 14-25. Camp activities include swimming, canoing, hiking, arts and crafts, archery, informal sports. Belle Meade Swim Camp has three one-week sessions: June 5-9 for 3-6 year olds, June 12-16 and August 28 - September 1 for 4-8 year olds. For more information visit www.bellemeade.net/camp or call Susan Hoffman at 987-9748. Arts and Crafts Camp Arts and Crafts Camp gives children the opportunity to spend a week working on unique projects with a professional artist and percussionist Janet Kerig . The location is the Pavilion at the Rappahannock County Park across from little Washington. The emphasis is on creativity, fun, games and the great outdoors! The multi-media experience includes: tie dye, basket weaving, paper making from plants, watercolor painting, sketching, beadwork, beeswax candlemaking, Cherokee plant prints on scarves, plant identification, natures walks and drumming! The goal of camp is for children to express themselves freely and to provide an atmosphere that nurtures the young artist, improve their hand skills and to give them the techniques to improve their sense of color, form and materials. Hours are Monday thru Friday 9am to 3pm. Dates are session 1; J uly 10 See EVENTS, Page B4

Events From Page B3 to July 14, session 2 is Aug 7 to Aug 11, session 3 is Aug 14 to Aug 18, session 4 is Aug 21 to Aug 25 .The cost is $155 per session, second sibling $55 For registration call (540) 987-8670 or email artsandcraftscamp @ yahoo.com. Janet Kerig has a BA from the University of Maryland, is an exhibiting fiber artist, percussionist, and a joyful teacher specializing in Earth basketry, natural dyeing and children’s folk arts. She has taught workshops at Mountain Laurel Montessori, Rappahannock Public Schools, Hearthstone School, Wakefield Country Day School,Sidwell Friends, Middle Street Gallery and the National Park Service at Glen Echo Park, Md. Sperryville Pottery Clay Camp Registration is beginning for the Sperryville Pottery’s Summer Clay Camp. Weeks are June 2024, July 25-29 and August 8-12 for kids ages 5-11, June 27-July 1 for Advanced kids 5-11, and August 1 -5 for Teen Throwing. Hours will be from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. The cost is $225/wk. For more information or to register, call Suzanne at (540) 987-1000. Contestants for Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue The Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company is now seeking contestants for Honorary Fire Chief ages 13-20, Junior Miss ages 8-12, and Little Miss, ages 3-7 for their annual carnival to be held June 21-24. For tickets and information call 9374218. Contestants for Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department The Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department is seeking young ladies and young men between the ages of 1-21 to compete for the following titles: Little Mister, 1-8; Tiny Miss, 1-4; Little Miss, 59; Junior Miss, 10-15; and Miss Honorary Fire Chief, 16-21. The Little Mister and Tiny Miss are new categories this year. Contestants will be selling tickets on the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado Pickup. For more information, please contact Karen Williams at 635-4673 and leave a message. Yard Sale The Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department is collecting items for Country Living in Rappahannock County ROCKEDGE - Beautifully remodeled contemporary home on 11 acres with sweeping views of the Blue Ridge. 3 BDR, 3 BTH, screened porch, stone fireplace. More land available. $625,000 Contact Cheri WoodaixJ WALNUT Branch - Exceptional home in Huntly. 3 bdr. 4 bth cedar siding beautitiil stone fireplace. 9 ft ceilings. 23 acres with great views and frontage on the Rappahannock River. $889,900 Contact Peter Wiley PASSAGE Creek - Horse farm in Fort Valley, Shenandoah Co. Residence has 3 BDR. 2 BTH. gourmet kitchen, great room. Guest cottage. 6 stall stable, paddocks. 93 acres, tmut stream. $1,545,000 Contact Peter Wiley The Mujer House C. 1842 - Victorian liouse on 17.4 acres. The main house has 3 BDR and 2 full BA and guest house has i BDR and a fireplace. 4 stall bam and ixitstanding views. $795,000 Contact Thome Auchter SLATE Mills Road - Lovely 18 acre wooded parcel with a wide variety of terrain and amazing wildflowers. Fine house site under towering poplar, oak and maple trees. $279,000 Contact Cheri Woodanl Fol'R SPRINGS Farm - 40+/- acre fann between Hint Hill and Amissville. Two pareels with majestic views of the Blue Ridge. Included is a lovely 3 bedroom, contemporary home. S1,150XXX) Contact Cheri Wtxxlani Tm: Farm at Waimvt Grove - a spectacular 64+/- acre tract in one of the most desirable areas of Rappahanmxk County. Includes open pasture, woods, bams, pond. $895,000 Contact Cheri Woodard Hickerson Mountain Retreat - in beautiful Ben Venue Valley, this duplexe on 10 acres features a total of 3bdr, 2bth. Great rentals or a unique family retreat. $410,000 Contact Cheri Woodard NETHERS Road - Tlie ultimate outdoor enthusiast property, at the toot of Old Rag in Madison Co.. 7 .acres in two lots with pleasant 2 bdr. 2bth cottage. Partially open and fenced $379,000 Contact Martin Woodard CHANCELLOR'S Rock - Hus 446 acre Hunt Country estate has a remarkable natural setting, even, expected amenity and is a splendid retreat for country pursuits. Price upon request Contact Justin H. Wiley HUME Road * In the Old Dominion Hunt territory of Fauquier County, this 50 ± acres will make an ideal horse fann. The land Is mostly open with great mountain views and a strong stream. $880,000 Contort Justin H. Wiley r./. V.MJJ-y t ARMHOLSH - An early tarmfkxise on 5 lovely acres in (lie beautiful FT Valley It features A bdr ami 1.5 bth. a large dining mom a country kitchen and line mountain views. $395,000 Cohhm Cheri Wttndanl / ///•: r ARMHOI SF ON JACKSON IJKNH - A large remodeled farmhouse is the heart of this l()± acre property near Woodville. 3 bdr 4 bth. plenty of room for triends and family. $495,000 Contact Chen Woodard HOUND HlU. r ARM - A picture perfect 57 acre retreat. Remodeled 177()'s farm house with a lodge-like ambience. bain, bunk house, spring house and cabana b> die large pond. Contact Cheri WootlanI Cheri F. Woodard - 540-987-9080 Justin H. Wiley - 540-672-5603 Peter W iley - 540-219-3771 Managing Broker Barbara & Thorne Auchter - 540-987-9450 Martin Woodard - 540-987-9080 Virginia through the sou nd W*fW?!Wj) ■ ■ w «r an upcoming yard sale. If you wish to donate any unwanted items, please phone Bruce Williams at 635-4673 and leave a message or phone Bill Welch at 675-3097. October 24, 25, 26: RCHS varsity cheerleaders to host cheer mini camp Come join the RCHS Varsity cheerleaders as they teach the latest cheers, chants and dances for the 2006 season on October 24,25,26 at the Rappahannock County Elementary School gym from 6-8 p.m. Cost $25. Permission forms can be picked up at the elementary school and/or high school office. For Your Mind, Body, Spirit and Sense of Well Being Nature’s Way Day Spa: Spa sessions at Hearthstone School Nature’s Way Day Spa (located on the upper level of Hearthstone school) at 11576 Lee Highway is now open for appointments Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat from 10-4. Treat yourself or a friend for an hour, or a day, of the ultimate pampering experience! Gift Certificates available. Call (540) 987-9777 to schedule an appointment. Introductory Special: Three -60 min- massage sessions for $160 ($35 savings). Yoga at Sun and Moon Studio - Belle Meade Schoolhouse Spring Semester is now underway: April 17-July 2. These classes are all levels and designed for the beginner as well as the more experienced yoga practitioner. Please drop in at any time; your first class is free! Classes are Monday, 9:30-11 a.m. (Mary, Kit), Wednesday, 67:30 p.m. (Mary, Janice) and Friday, 9:30-11 a.m. (Mary/Janice). Please call Mary O’Meara at 825-1215 with questions, or email at maryomeara@earthlink.net Registration forms are available at the door, or on line at http:www.sunandmoonstudio.com. Synergy Dance happenings Update for the Oriental Dance classes at Belle Meade Tuesday night at 6 p.m. The next four classes will teach the basics so we encourage beginners to get started now. Please feel free to join us and bring a flowing skirt. The Rappahannock County SynergyDance class with Virginie Audrain is relocated at Ki Theatre, Gay Street in Washington, VA. We resume our Spring/Summer schedule with an evening class on Thursdays 6-7:30pm for 6 weeks. You need to bring your own mats and wear comfortable layered clothing. Charmaine Lee and Virginie Audrain teach in tandem a SynergyDance class in Charlottesville, downtown at Studio 206 Friday morning at 9:45am. Join us, we are happy to carpool. All classes are: $15 drop-in and $72 for the series of 6 classes. For more information call Virginie at 937-5609 or Charmaine at 987 8734 or visit us at www.synergydance.com Healing Energy “Gil Brooker, Reiki Master, opens a new practice at the Rappahannock Wellness Center located above the Hearthstone School at 11576 Lee Highway in Sperryville. His hands-on Reiki sessions utilize healing energy to promote individual well being on an emotional, physical and spiritual level. Reiki is an ancient healing technique which restores inner harmony and vitality. To begin this practice all new clients will have half their first fee donated to the Hospice Support in Warrenton. Call (540) 987 3359 for an appointment. August 26: Democratic Committee yard sale The Annual Yard Sale of the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee is not that far away - August 26th. Now is the time to look around the house to see what you’d like to donate: small furniture, holiday decorations, kitchenware, videotapes, how-to books. The fundraiser yard sale this year will feature something new: a collector’s comer, our own boutique for the very special items. To arrange a pickup for your donation please call Barbara Adolfi at (540) 9879706 or Barbara Dennis at (540) 364-2569.

Flint Hill resident honored for volunteer work Wrnrock International volunteer Ann W. Harman received the Presidential Award during National Volunteer Week. Volunteers who tirelessly work to improve communities around the globe were honored during National Volunteer Week, April 23-29, 2006. Ann Harman from Flint Hill was awarded the President’s Volunteer Service Award this year. This award is issued by the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation on behalf of the President of the United States to recognize the best in the American spirit and encourage all Americans to contribute through volunteer service. During 2005 Ann Harman completed a series of assignments in Nepal. Kazakhstan, Guatemala and Paraguay. This award is the second one she has received. In 2005 she received the award for a series of assignments in Serbia, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Nepal Tajikistan and far eastern Ann W. Harman Russia during 2004. Harman assisted beekeepers to improve their skills in beekeeping management, disease control and marketing. The people of these countries have limited contact with modem techniques and truly appreciate being introduced to modem methods. Winrock’s largest volunteer activity is the John Ogonowski Farmer-to-Farmer Program that fields approximately 350 volunteers each year to assist farmers, agribusinesses and local nonprofit organizations worldwide. Winrock’s Farmerto-Farmer Program currently operates in 25 countries in three regions, Asia and the Near East, Central Asia and Latin American. Program funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) covers volunteer travel expenses and makes the program possible. Winrock International is a nonprofit organization headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, with offices in Arlington, Virginia, plus field offices in global locations. For more information about Winrock International’s John Oronowski Farmer-to Farmer Volunteer Program visit www.wintock.org. Obituaries Cleo C. Dodson Native of Rappahannock Cleo C. Dodson, 82, of Culpeper died Thursday, May 25, at Our Father’s House Christian Home. She was bom October 27, 1923 in Rappahannock County to the late George Roxie and Mary Ethel Clater. Mrs. Dodson attended Rappahannock County High School and was valedictorian of her .class in 1941. She was a lifetime member of the Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of sixty five years, Charles B. Dodson, two children, Janice Carwile and her husband, Wayne of Culpeper, and C.E. Dodson and his wife, Linda of Sperryville. Additional survivors include two brothers, Gid Clater of Sperryville, and Pete Clater of Manassas, six grandchildren, Donna Foster, Christopher and Lindsay Carwile, Jennifer Atkins, Daniel Dodson, and Janet McKinney, four great- grandchildren, Lauren Barron, Jordan and Ryan Atkins, and Morgan McKinney, and one great-great grandchild, Beth Barron. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her daughter, Doris Gore, and three brothers, Jack, Roxie, and Isaac Clater. A funeral service was held at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, Sperryville with Reverend Jon Heddleston officiating. Interment was followed in Sperryville Cemetery. Pallbearers were Julian Brown, Bobby Foster, Mike Atkins, Raymond Bender, Donald Gore, and James W. Fletcher, III. Honorary pallbearers were Strother Brown, Randolph Clater, Freddie Clater, and Jeff Atkins. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, Building Fund, P.O. Box 208, Sperryville, VA. 22740. Home and land transfers this week These Rappahannock County home and land transfers were recorded in the Rappahannock County Circuit Court Clerk’s office for the period of May 22 to May 26. To find transfers in other Northern Virginia counties, visit www.timespapers.com. (Please note that only the first person named as the grantor or grantee is listed.) Stonewall/ Hawthorne District Douglass C. Reed to Molly Gerard, 2.78 acres, Tax Map 48-18A, $550,000 Jackson District Keith D. Levingston and wife to Charles A. Coombs and wife, 25.555 acres, Tax Map 41-39, $917,000 Judith A. Arms and others to William D. Shiff and wife, 10.01 acres, Tax Map 33-6A, $295,000 Doris C. Jenkins to Christopher I. Parrish and wife, 5.373 acres, Tax Map 4214, $225,000 Wakefield District Ann M. Callaway to Carolyn Sue Miller, 24.2486, Tax Map 15-3C, $595,822 Jerry M.Williams to Robert L. Williams, two lots, Tax Map 1A-1-3B, $80,000 Hampton District Anthony J. Moffet to O’Connell-Lynch Partnership, 1.5 acres, Tax Map 20A-1-21A, $625,000 James Orange receives Lions Club scholarship By Dave Hilty Special to the Rappahannock News The Rappahannock Lions Club presented RCHS senior James Orange of Woodville its 2006 Memorial Scholarship at their regular meeting Thursday evening at the Flint Hill Public House. The Lions scholarship is awarded each year to a graduating senior who is enrolled in a two-year college. Orange received a scholarship in the amount of $1,500 to help with tuition expenses. James was selected from six applicants who applied for this scholarship. He was commended for his academic achievements in high school and for being accepted to the Potomac State College in Keyser, West Virginia. The guest speaker at the club meeting was Anita Sherman, editor of the Rappahannock News. She shared with the assembled Members and guests what it takes to publish a paper with a circulation now over 3,500 copies a week. Sherman was quick to point out that the HONORED: This year’s Lions Club scholarship was awarded to Woodville resident and student James Orange who will be attending Potomac State College in Keyser, West Virginia. small staff counts on their freelancers and contributors who add to the quality of voices that the paper represents. Her vital interest in the Rappahannock community coupled with her patience and flexibility is evident in the Rappahannock News. Ms. Sherman announced that the paper’s soon-to-be published Photos by Richard Lykes ROAR FOR MORE: Greg Rushford and Eugene Leggett were inducted as new members into the Rappahannock Lions Club. second Rappahannock Guide is underway. She also shared a personal experience, including some family anecdotes, about an adventure she had during a trip to the Galapagos Islands. During the meeting two new members Greg Rushford and Eugene Leggett were inducted into the club which now counts some 50 members. TT Amissville, Virginia This well maintained Rambler features 3 bedrooms, '3 baths, a two-car attached garage and large deck. The full basement is framed up and ready to be finished! This home has been well maintained and is set on 3 beautiful acres. $345,000 Castleton, Virginia Come for the peace 8e quiet of Rappahannock County. Cottage on private lane with almost 5 acres. Mouse totally renovated in 1997. Enjoy summer evenings on the enclosed front porch. $350,000 J , *VWt our website and search all of the listings in the MLS system* . V*' * 'V L. A L I \ Your Hometown Realtors- vvww.samsneadrealty.oom 540-987-9243 pi Real Estate Professionals Making Friends For Life ^ Locally owned and managed. North makes Dean’s List Danielle North of Huntly, a 2005 graduate of Rappahannock * County High School, was appointed to the Dean’s List at Radford University for the spring semester of 2006. North is majoring in Biology with a double minor in Chemistry and Psychology She is the daughter of Barbara Dolly of Front Royal and Aubrey North, Jr. of Huntly. Congratulations to Alicia L. Jones On Friday, May 12, Alicia Jones graduated from Lord Fairfax Community College with an Associate in Arts and Science Degree in General Studies. Jones is employed by the Inn at Little Washington. She is the daughter of Howard and Peggy Jones of Flint Hill. W.C. Thompson Funeral Home, Inc. “We Care About Tour Peace Of Mind” 503 7 North Main Street • Culpeper, Virginia 22701 Telephone (540) 825-6700 Wilbur C. Thompson, Mortician & Notary Serving the Piedmont area for over 40 years KZgtumTa Tartfis by Randy Minter A SENSE OF PLACE When selecting a cemetery plot you are likely to give the most important considerartion to its proximity to family members and whether it is in keeping with your religious needs. Beyond these factors take into account ' the cemetery’s policy regarding monuments and plaques. Of course cost may also factor into your decision, If so inquire as to whether perpetual care is included in the purchase price. In the end, your decision will likely rest with the setting itself. Eternal resting places are usually associated with natural beauty and quiet, which lend themselves to quiet contemplation of the deceased. Try to imagine family members at peace with the surroundings that you have chosen for your final rest. Finding a place that reflects your love for your family member is a meaningful process. At MOSIER FUNERAL HOME, we understand the wide range of feelings that people experience as they are making funeral plans. We’re at 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton Call 3473431. We also manage Bright View Cemetery just outside Warrenton. Please send your questions or comments to my office or e-mail me at: moserfli@blackhawke.net It is as natural to die as to be horn." - Francis Bacon For Sale By Owner: 9 acres with three bedroom, two bath home close to Shenandoah national Park. Property borders a beautiful mountain stream. We negotiated contract for buyersi 7.8209 acres with Hughes river boundary near Old Rag Mountain. Dilapidated log cabin on property. Offered at $ 160,000 Beautiful restored 1770 home on 118 acres. Property in two tracts with commercial potential. Offered at $6,490,000 i ' ' *3? - T^APPAHANNOC *Q|eal ESTA ■ si 4 ■

Memorial Day remembrance I hope everyone had a good Memorial Day. At least, the weather held out, for a change. I also hope you took a moment to think about what we were celebrating, and looked up at a flag somewhere, or put your hand on your heart and said the pledge of allegiance or just got a lump in your throat when you thought about all the men and women who gave their lives so we could live in this wonderful place called the United States of America. You often hear the phrase, “brave young men and women,” when we celebrate Memorial Day. The fact is, they weren’t all young, and they Weren’t all brave. What should grab you in your gut is the fact that, brave or not, they did what their country asked them to do, and, in so doing, they paid the ultimate sacrifice. Knowing your history is a good thing. And remembering and honoring those men and women that fell in wars and conflicts many years ago is still the right thing to do. As has been said, those who don’t remember their history are doomed to repeat it. And while we honor those lost in conflicts years ago, we need to remember that we have men and women on the front lines today, fighting and dying for the freedoms we cherish. Their lives are just as precious and dear, and their fears just as palpable. Flint Hill Richard Brady 675-3754 richardbradyl@ juno.com But, still, they go and do what their country asks of them. God bless America. The pain of forgetting This week I have tried to reflect on an illness that all of us are seeing more and more, and that is a condition named for a German neurologist, who lived from 1864 to 1915, and who described the disease in 1907. His name was Alois Alzheimer. Alzheimer’s disease, as my friend, Shelby Welch, said the other day, has no respect for class or wealth or status. It seems to strike randomly. And, as mere mortals, we all know and understand that our time here is but a moment. As caregivers to those we love, we have to do the best we can, and move from day to day. That said, the burden on the immediate caregivers of an individual with Alzheimer’s disease is particularly heavy. We see the tears well up in their eyes as their husbands, wives, mothers, fathers, and other loved ones, forget how to live, forget where they are, forget who we are, and even forget who they are. It would do little good to recount here more of the misery that this disease dispenses so readily. What we might be able to do, while the scientists and researchers try to find some answers, is take a moment to bring a few minutes or a few hours of relief to those most immediately impacted, the patients, themselves, and, most assuredly, their immediate caregivers. A kind word, a touch, a little time, is all it takes. Just do it. Public meeting Monday night As for me, I am going to take a short break. I hope to be back with you before too long. As for you, I hope you go to the meeting at the courthouse on Monday, June 5, at 7:00 pm, and get your county supervisor to explain to you why it is a good idea to put an additional real estate tax on the working people to pay the owners of large tracts of land not to develop their land. Ask your supervisor who got the $105,000.00 4 they spent last year, who disbursed those funds, under what rationale, and what did you get for it. That was your money. I am still gathering information, but, at first blush, this “program” appears to need a bit more daylight shed on it. Stay well. Welcome back Village Fruits and Crafts Sperryville used to be famous in Northern Virginia for its roadside stands. Many of our favorite folks, like Bernard Jenkins, were known far and wide for their apples, peaches, vegetables, and cider. Bernard was proud that he could still get his cider from someone who knew the right mix of apples for the best cider. I always waited to see when he came back with a fresh load and bought several gallons to freeze for the winter. This year even our dear Mary Atkins is not well enough to operate her stand. My husband stopped regularly to buy fruit and chat with her. He will miss seeing her this year and we will all keep her in our prayers. There are a few people, like the Swindler’s and the Gore’s who are trying to keep the tradition of the roadside stand alive. Twenty years ago Betty and Troy Jenkins had the Village Fruit and Crafts stand, eventually given up because of the need to take care of children and home by Betty. However, this past weekend Betty and Troy’s daughter, Connie Updike, . opened a roadside stand with the same name that her mother used twenty years ago! Connie’s motivation in re-opening Village Fruit and Crafts is to maintain the Sperryville tradition of quality roadside products and to have some employment while staying home with her children. Located on US 211 across from the bridge by the Sperryville Rescue Squad, Connie is carrying a full line of preserves with her own label, as Sperryville Barbara Adolfi adolfibarbara@ verizon.net (540) 987-8682 well as flowers, vegetables and crafts. The crafts will be expanded as Connie learns what customers want. The special finish over the concrete floor gives the space a bright, clean and welcoming appearance. Proud grandpa Troy was there keeping a watchful eye on the grandsons Tbby, 3, and Sean, 10 months old. Connie and her parents are living and slowly renovating the building where the stand is located, as well as the houses on each side. We welcome Connie Updike and her Village Fruits and Crafts to the Sperryville Business Community. Be sure to stop in and get some of her products. Sperryville to Montana and back! Jimmy and Mary Frances Dodson drove a car ail the way to Montana for a friend and then brought another one back! They drove steadily across country, only stymied when they could not go over a mountain pass because of the SNOW! Makes us appreciate our soft, rounded Blue Ridge Mountains that are now filled with wild flowers instead of snow. We are glad that Jimmy and Mary Big Woods, Amissville, VA 103 acres of rolling woodlands, streams, springs, and old stone walls. In quiet area surrounded by larger farms in easement. Located between the villages of Amissville and Flint Hill, this property is in the heart of Old Dominion Hounds hunt territory and is the ideal setting for your new country home. $1,545,000. Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Howie Swaim 540-522-3921 Little Hungry Run, Flint Hill, YA. Secluded 69 acres of woodlands bordering on rwo streams, Hungry Run and Little Hungry Run. Very private and peaceful rolling topography with winter views of mountains and surrounding farms and forest. Entrance on Crest Hill Road in desirable area north of Flint Hill. $685,500. Alan Zuschlag Howie Swaim 540-937-6124 540-522-3921 Little Long Mountain, Huntly, VA 25 acres on Lirtle Long Mountain Road. Magnificent wooded parcel of hardwood forest and rolling hills. Old stone wall along Little Long Mountain Road. With some slight clearing, outstanding views can be had from upper elevations. Perfect estate parcel in Old Dominion Hounds territory near Flint Hill. $475,000. Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Glen Gordon, Huntly, VA 45 acres of spectacular Blue Ridge views. Historic 7,000 sq. ft. manor house, stables, guest house, tenant house, pool. High ceilings, oak paneled hunt room, 5 bedrooms, 7 fireplaces. Perfect for entertaining and family gatherings. $2,900,000. Ruth Ripley Alan Zuschlag 540-687-6395 540-937-6124 Commercial, Woodville, VA 1.7 acre lot zoned village commercial. Presently used for two small shops and hayfield. Has residential potential. Great Mountain views, all open, lots of road frontage. Great potential for house or business in the charming and quiet village of Woodville. $299,000. Amy Sloane Timbers 540-987-8668 Blackwater Cabin, Castleton, VA A private retreat with frontage on both sides of beautiful Blackwater Creek. Over 11 acres of woods, fields, water and mountain views. Substantial log home with large county kitchen with 2 fireplaces; sunroom and loft open to living room. Master suite and 2 additional bedrooms. Smaller outbuilding suitable for office or guest house. $695,000. Amy Sloane Timbers 540-987-8668 Hazel River Farm, Sperryville, VA Premier equestrian facility in Thornton Hounds territory. K5 + acres. Phenomenal views. Hazel River frontage. Spacious 3 HR, 3.5 BA main house. 2 BR managers house. 7 stall centeraisle barn, equipment garage. Kennel, machine shed, more, four board fencing. 6 large paddocks - all with water. 4 run-in sheds. Horse training/driving facilities. $2,885,000. Howie Swairn 540-522-3921 Amy Sloane Timbers 540-987-8668 Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Major's Hollow, Sperryville, VA 16+ wooded acres on a private right of way near the Shenandoah National Park in Sperryville. Springs, several bold streams, walking and riding trails, old stone walls and beautiful rolling terrain. Extremely private with several possible building sites to capture the gorgeous mountain views. $325,000. AlanZuschlag 540-937-6124 Indian Run, Rjxeyville, VA Grand colonial loaded with extras on 75 mostly wooded acres. Over 9,000 square feet, master bedroom suite with balcony overlooking pond, 4 other BR, 4.5 BA, fireplace in great room and bar, formal dining room, office,and media room. Granite counters, cherry floors. Windjammer windows, decks, balcony, porches, garages and more. All this plus 2nd old farmhouse. $2,750,000. Call for price with less land. Amy Sloane Umbers 540-987-8668 Frances had a good trip and returned safely to Sperryville. Ludwig/Pellegrino wedding Congratulations to Ray and Wynn Ludwig on the marriage of their daughter Rachael to Steve Pellegrino. It was great to see all those young people walking on the streets of Sperryville, gathering on the porches at Hopkins Ordinary and The House on Water Street and partying at the Blue Rock Inn for the rehearsal dinner. With more places for group accommodations in town and a large venue for dinner, weddings are an ideal way for people to discover the joys of Sperryville and Rappahannock County. Memorial Day It has been suggested that we have a fundraiser to purchase flags for the graves of our deceased military for next year. Some have talked of having a ceremony to honor all those who have served our country. If anyone would like to head up this project, let’s get together with Jimmy Swindler, a Korean War vet and head of the VFW to start planning now. Washington l Jan Clatterbuck I 675-3338 jclatterbuck@ timespapefs.com Handmade books on display A group of handmade books will be on display at the Rappahannock County Library in Washington during the first half of June. The books were produced during a weekend Bookmaking Workshop led by Alberta Zajack (Albie Smith), assisted by Ann Georgia McCaffray and held at Revival Springs Retreat for Creative Action in Spenyville. Workshop participants included Susan Abraham, Beau Caldwell, Jeanne Drevas, Wayne Jenkins, June Jordan, Toni McCaffray, Peg Schadler, Trista Scheuerlein, Barbara Heile Sherwood and Linda Tarry. Stop by for a delightful, visual treat viewing these books. Library hours are from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday and Wednesday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday and Friday; and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m . on Saturday. A reminder for all Democrats. The monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 6 at the Rappahannock County Library in Washington. A social time starts at 7 p.m. followed by the meeting ‘at 7:30 p.m. ° Annual DARE. Day Let’s not forget the Annual D.A.R.E Day of festivities on Friday, June 2, held at the Rappahannock County Elementary School starting at 9 a.m. This is a day of education and fun for the whole family. There will be exhibitors from organizations such as local fire departments, law enforcement personnel from Rappahannock County and surrounding areas. Let’s hope that the day will not be unrelentingly hot for everyone. new practice at. me Wellness Center Gil Brooker, Reiki Master, opens a new practice at the Rappahannock Wellness Center located above the Hearthstone School at 11576 Lee Highway in Sperryville. His hands-on Reiki sessions utilize healing energy to promote individual well being on an emotional, physical and spiritual level. Reiki is an ancient healing technique which restores inner harmony and vitality. To begin this practice all new clients will have half their first fee donated to the Hospice Support in Warrenton. Call 987- 3359 for an appointment. A date for everyone to keep in mind is June 28 at the Rappahannock County Library, Chaz Evans-Haywood, representative for Congress^ man Eric Cantor, will be there to discuss issues facing the area with constituents and to help anyone having problems with a federal agency or if you just want to express your opinion on issues facing Virginia or the nation. The time will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Mount Vernon celebrates Martha Washington’s 275th birthday By Melissa Wood Special to the Rappahannock News Mount Vernon celebrates the 275th birthday of our first First Lady Friday, June 2 with “Martha Washington” greeting visitors to the estate. Mrs. Washington lived an incredibly full and vibrant life, and \yill share what life was like with George Washington. In recognition of her birthday, visitors named Martha or bom on June 2 will be admitted to Mount Vernon free-of-charge for the day. Veteran interpreter Mary Wiseman presents a living biography of Mrs. Washington after portraying the First Lady at Colonial Williamsburg for more than a decade. Recently retired as Artistic Director for Character Interpretation and Manager of Women’s History at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, Mrs. Wiseman has appeared at the White House Visitors Center, Constitution Hall, Washington’s Headquarters in Cambridge and Valley Forge, and has now brought her portrayal of Martha Washington ‘home’ to Mount Vernon. Mrs. Washington was bom on June 2, 1731 at Chestnut Grove Plantation in New Kent County, Virginia. She was the eldest of eight children. In 1750 Martha Washington married Daniel Parke Custis and the couple had four children in their seven years together, only two of which survived to see Mount Vernon. In 1757 Custis died and a year later, she began courting George Washington. The two were married in 1759. Martha Washington moved to Mount Vernon in 1759 with her two children, John “Jack” Parke Custis and Martha “Patsy” Parke Custis. In 1773, Patsy died after having a seizure. In 1781, her only remaininjg child, Jack Parke Custis died of camp fever at Yorktown. ivxai Liia liicHic uie trip every winter to the winter quarters to spend time with her husband. While in military camp, she entertained visiting diplomats and the wives of fellow officers and assisted with secretarial duties. She led fundraising campaigns to provide the troops with much needed supplies. Her good nature and fondness for guests was well known and she became known for her entertaining of guests, sometimes hundreds a year would visit, and was called a “lady of distinguished goodness.” Martha passed away at Mount Vernon in 1802. Celebrate with Martha Washington’s Great Cake The Original Recipe Martha Washington’s great cake recipe results in the type of cake traditionally served for 12th Night, January 6. Also known as Epiphany it is the last of the 12 days of Christmas and also happens to be the date of George and Martha Washington’s wedding in 1759. The original recipe reads: “Take 40 eggs and divide the whites from the yolks & beat them to a froth then work i 4 pounds of butter to a cream & put the whites of eggs to it a Spoon full at a time till it is well work’d then put 4 pounds of sugar finely powdered [sic] to it in the same manner then put in the Youlks [sic] of eggs & 5 pounds of flower [sic] & 5 pounds of fruit. 2 hours will bake it add to it half an ounce of mace & nutmeg half a pint of wine & some frensh [sic] brandy.” The Adapted Recipe for the Cake (serves 12-16) 10 eggs 1 lb. butter 1 lb. sugar IV4 pounds (20 ounces) flour IV4 pounds (20 ounces) fruit 2V2 tsp. ground mace 2V2 tsp. ground nutmeg 2 oz. Wine 2 oz. French brandy 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Separate egg whites from yolks & set yolks aside. Beat egg whites to the “soft peak” stage. 3. Cream the butter. 4. Slowly add the beaten egg whites, one spoonful at a time, to the butter. 5. Add sugar slowly to egg whites & butter—again, one spoonful at a time. 6. Add egg yolks. 7. Add flour, slowly. 8. Add fruit. Since Mrs. Washington would have used anything that was seasonal or available dried, and since nuts were considered a fruit, for this adapted version use the following: a. ounces of pear (peeled, cored, and diced—it is about 1 large pear); b. Vi ounces of apple (peeled, cored, and diced—it is about 2 medium to large apples); c. V2 ounces of raisins; d. ounces sliced almonds (about V2 cup). 9. Add ground mace & nutmeg, wine & brandy. Cream sherry and other sorts of wine work well. Since one of George Washington’s favorites was Madeira that would certainly be an appropriate choice. 10. Lightly grease & flour a 10” springform cake pan. 11. Put batter into pan & place in oven. Bake for about 75 minutes. 12. When done, remove cake from oven & cool. 18th Century Icing recipe from one of Martha Washington’s cookbooks “Take two Pound of double refin’d Sugar, beat and sift it very fine, and likewise beat and sift a little Starch and mix with it, then beat six Whites of Eggs to Froth, and put to it some Gum-Water, the Gum must be steep’d in Orangeflower-water, then mix and beat all these together two Hours, and put it on your Cake: when it is baked, set it in the Oven again to harden a quarter of a Hour, take great Care it is not discolour’d. When it is drawn, ice it over the Top and Sides, take two Pound of double refin’d Sugar beat and sifted, and the Whites of three Eggs beat to a Froth, with three or four Spoonfuls of Orange-flower-water, and three Grains of Musk and Amber-grease together: put all these in a Stone Mortar, and beat these till it is as white as Snow, and with a Brush or Bundle of Feathers, spread it all over the Cake, and put it in the Oven to dry; but take Care Rappahannock County David Adoff Real Estate davlda @ mrls.com (540)987-1168 (540)937-3502 Owner Agent Beautiful lodge style log home in a tranquil setting w/distant mountain and lovely woodland views Natural White Cedar log home with soaring cathedral ceilings and native stone hearth. Large 2 level wrap around decks and covered front porch and satellite Internet. Board fencing, run-in shed and riding ring on 8.4 acres in the Rappahannock and Thornton Hill Hounds Hum Country. Fruit orchard and pond fed by a mountain stream. An additional original "century old" log cabin ready to be restored as a charming'studio or office. Easy access to Hwy 2 I I & Kt 729. at the end of a country road. Offered at $585,000 The Shade Mountain! 284 acres with great views from many building sites. Trails, old stone walls and streams throughout property. This property is one of a Kind! Come walk this property and see all it has to offer. Offered at $2,400,000 Butch Zindel 3 i@rappreatestate.com the Oven does not discolor it. When it is cold paper it, and it will keep good five or six Weeks.” Modern Adaptation of 18th Century Icing Beat for 3 minutes: 3 egg whites 2 tablespoons 4X sugar (confectioner’s sugar) Repeat additions of sugar until you have used up 1 V2 cups 4X sugar Add: 1 teaspoon lemon peel grated 2 tablespoons orange-flower water Beat until the icing is stiff enough to stay parted when a knife cuts through it. Smooth it onto the top and sides of a cake. Let it dry and harden in a 200 degree F. oven for 1 hour. (Note: icing will be brittle & shatters when you cut into the cake. Don’t be surprised when this happens.) (From: Louise Conway Belden, The Festive Tradition: Table Decoration and Desserts in America, 1650-1900 (New York and London: W.W. Norton & Company, 1983,) 260. Take a visit to Mount Vernon Since 1860, over 80 million visitors have made George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens the most popular historic home in America. Through thoughtprovoking tours, entertaining events, and stimulating educational programs on the Estate and in classrooms across the nation, Mount Vernon strives to preserve George Washington’s place in history as “First in War, First in Peace, and First in the Hearts of His Countrymen.” Mount Vernon is owned and operated by the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association, America’s oldest national preservation organization, founded in 1853. A picturesque drive to the southern end of the scenic George Washington Memorial Parkway, Mount Vernon is located just 16 miles from the nation’s capital. Hours of operation: AprilAugust, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; March, September, October, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; November - February, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Regular admission rates: adults, $13.00; senior citizens, $12.00; children age 6-11, when accompanied by an adult, $6.00; and children under age 5, FREE. Admission fees, restaurant and retail proceeds, along with private donations, support the operation and restoration of Mount Vernon. Real Estate Lending Is Our Business. At Rappahannock National Bank, our purpose is to help people find financial solutions. We offer a variety of residential real estate loans to assist individuals, home builders and developers with lot purchases, new home construction and land acquisition as well as a broad selection of products tailored to fit your situation. For assistance with your residential real estate lending needs, please call Jason Brady at 540-987-9594. Jason Brady Real Estate Lender Rappahannock National Bank The banking you deserve. The service you can trust. 7 Bank Road Washington, VA (540) 987-8384 www.rappahannockbank.com Member FDIC tSt Behind all of our products and services are Important values we all share: CUSTOMER FOCUS, INTEGRITY AND TRUST, KNOWLEDGE, RESPECT, PARTNERSHIP View the entire Blue Ridge from Old Rag to The Peak from this delightfully sunny home with many traditional touches. New, light cherry kitchen, 5” wide hardwood flooring, living room and master suite fireplaces plus a large deck and spacious stone patio. A virtually maintenance free mini-estate surrounded by exceptional properties. $725,000 Blue Ridge views. Possible divi® into two Ms offers scenic casern potential. Two ponds and jams. An excellent parcel near Flint IPtlS TEN ACRE§| ing site, delightful 360 degree v a pasture with a creek and a c,_ location near Washington, $315,000 Tf 540-675-1373 • RealEstatelD.coin/Kohler

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Recently painted & new carpet installed. Lovely landscaped .459 lot w/potting shed to the rear. Pool & shed, eat-in country kitchen, skylights in LR & BA. Convenient, to Warrenton, 17 & Liberty High School. A 703-214-2998 til 0 r > Real Estate for Sale —_ Century REALTY a I 2(H) l’n>s|vrn\ 1)1 Winchester, VA 22(11)2 Thelma Ratliff. Rroker (540)667-0000 ta $7000 PER ACRE !!! HS6045632 Priced to sell !!! Enjoy the beautiful sunset from this 135+ acre western view mountain farm. Both open and wotnled land with lots of hard wtxxi timber. Ideal for horses, private retreat, residential development or a gentleman farmer’s paradise. Nearly 800 feet of State road frontage. About 35 minutes from Winchester. VA and 2 hours from the D C. area. S950.348. Betty Summerfield - Realtor (540) 533-8524 - X Real Estate for Sale V_J WONDERFUL FAMILY IIOMK IN QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD less than 2 years old. this home on a premium lot is only 10 minutes from Culpeper. 4 hr/ 3.5 ha with up grades galore. Looks like a model home. H/wood floors on main, large deck, finished walkout basement. Lot surrounded hv woods for total privacy. Listed 30K under appraisal. Free Recorded Info ( all: 1-800-289-3009 11>#2052 David Silver Keller Williams. 703-675-2759 Real Estate for Sale 1 Reduced price ! below recent *4 appraisal! M $324,900 I Gorgeous 4 BR ■ 2.5 Baths, local ed in Stephens City, Virginia, features large rooms throughout' Lots of storage, sprinkler system, mature trees J lovely neighborhood! Lots of extras! Call Leah Taylor at 540"247" 194 1 for n»,r, doails. s'. Century REALTY Times Community Newspapers. We are where the readers are. (oil R<mta,# 1 Condos Manassas 2br w/ sun room, 2ba, excel cond, sec dep & $1475/ mo. 703-753-1225 Retail /Flex/ Whse. Hcnxion-8.<)00 SF Whse Sterling-2,222 SF Retail 7,(XX)SF Office Manassas-8.1(X) SF Oflice Kl.NB 571-382-2061 Open Houses J 3BR, 1.5BA TH remodeled kit, $319,900. Open Sat 1-4. 103 Woodgate, Sterling. 703-303-5903 Slone & Assoc r 180 Commercial Retail /Flex/ Whse. Hemdon-8.000 SF Whse Sterling-2.222 SF Retail 7.UOO SF Office Manassas-8.1 (X) SF Office KLNB 571-382-2061 Real Estate for Sale V .' • ■ ' ; J l ooks UK \\l) NI'.W -IN (Jl II I M U.IIIIOKIIOOI) Manassas $559,500 Large. Bright. Open Home. Hardwood floors or upper floor. Two fireplaces. Large quiet lot in beau tiful n/hood. Priced below value. Perfect for a couple or a family. Motivated Seller. Free Recorder info n Call 1-800-286-3009 ID# 2062. Keller Williams Qg or /---N Real Estate for Sale V_) You are invited to see the Must See in Marshall! 4250 Warren Street $357,300 • 2/} Bedrooms. 2 Bathrooms C'hmiiimg New k Remodeled Kamhlei Mails L'pillades New Pliunhiny. New Kilellell. / l leeliK Healing. \/( -s KCllEI W1UIAMS Bill Holmes Keller W illiams 703-508-4237 ® O -- Real Estate for Sale V_) F \CI.l SIN K NEIGHBORHOOD Gated Community on edge of I rout Royal l+Acres. remodeled, new hardwood. carpets, l arge rooms. Club house w tenms/pool. Lots ol kids. Motivated Seller Free Into. $324,000 Call 1-800-286-3009 ID# 2012. uua^iioa Keller Williams C3 1 r r-N 101 Open Houses V_ J 3BR, 1.5BA TH, remodeled kit, 61 Adams Dr, Leesburg. Open Sun 1-4.703-303-5903. Slone & Assoc. ASHBURN $470,000 Open Sunday, 1-4 Ravishing 3BR. 2FBA. 1HBA w/2 car gar & fenced in backyard. HDWD firs, gourmet kit w breakfast nook & fplc in fam rm. Dirs: From Tysons: Rte 7 West to Ashburn. R at New Cloverleat Claiborne (past Ashburn Rd). L Gloucester. R Deer View. R Kenilworth, R Balmoral to 43688 Corus Home Realty 703-803-6000 WWW. corushome.com r /-\ 101 Open Houses V J STERLING $378,900 Open Sunday, 1-4 Excellent 3BR, 3BA. 3 Ivl TH. Kit w / breakfast bar & eatin-nook. Vibrant LR & DR. MBR w/vaulted ceilings. Dirs: 66W28N. R Old Ox Rd (Rt 606), L Oakgrove. R Caraway, to 23106 Blackthorn. Corus Home Realty 703-803-6000 WWW. corushome.com For all of your Employment Needs call the Fauquier TimesDemocrat 540-347-4222 Rentals — Wanted Needed immediately! To rent furnished home for 3-6mos in Fauquier County area-prefer Warrenton. Home must have master BR & full BA on main level. Also prefer handicapped access. Please call Shannon 703-392-7676 during bus hours or Michele Kelly 703-505-2413 weekends. Vacation Sales __) Sally Markham at 252*202-2035 or email Markham20earthlink.ner -BD & A REALTY Attention Investors: 1 his house is two Mocks trom the ocean on the beautiful Outer Hanks ot N( sN0,000/vcar rental income, 8 bedrooms, <t baths, rec r<H»m, pool, hot tub, views of’ocean, liorgcotis beach home. Asking Price $1,649,000 Sales — Condos < J immiiiniiiiiiiiaii Condo For Sale VIENNA — $439,000 Walk to Dunn Loring Metro from this upgraded 2 8R, 2 FBA unit 1150 sq feet in brand new building- Amenities include 2 garage spaces, pool, exercise room Seller pays some closing. Barbara Noll, ERA Citation Homes 703-795-2516 ( ” ^ 101 Open Houses V ) STERLING $439,900 Open Sunday, 1-4 Beautiful 3BR, 3BA. 3 Ivl. garage TH Open fir plan w/fam rm off kit. Priv backyard w deck & patio. Irg rec rm w full BA. Dir. Rte 7 West. R George Washington Blvd, R Bar Harbor Ter to 20205. Corus Home Realty 703-803r6000 WWW. corushome.com f 022 V_ 3 yr old. 2 story, 3br 2 5ba. fam rm w fp 2 car garg. mins from C vide, avl 7 1 ' $2100 mo 540-948-6148 4BR Foreclosure! Omy $21,500' Stop Renting' For listings cal! 800-749 8168 ext 1278 Rentals ■ Houses 188 Commercial Sales J Retail /Hex/ \\_hse. I lcnktnu-N.(XN) SI Wlise Sialm^0.227 SI RvUil ?.non si < )Huv Miu uisvts S. I no SI ()lt iu' kl NB S71 .*N7 2(K>I Charlestowrt WyvigB . s 1BA, Ctrc%,189« H house. horse Ua $1195/rrSfc.fc* 304-7J5^23 Charles Towa.'j Brand new luMj 3 5BA jTZCGs „ bsrnt. Nr MAftC 'i $1050. 130^172 Sr i| Charming IBB. house on 1 jf ac« m the countr Brambieton Rt. 50 aria Di Rd Very pv\P. rd. FresNy paiS firs pets 'OK*5 Dep and rs' t540)338!3e^WtS TW! CLEAR 4br, 2ba, w 2 car garage or 3 acs. Pets'y-fcJL : $1475'mo ' * , i Call ' 1 540-222-^25 *' MANfWT * Real Estpjfv v Services;-Job* 540-635-0046, ■; ’ * < * YOUR BE CALLTOCf/ng'l PLACE YOjf^'t^l 540-3473tfg2jf >■ OR FAX A >| 540-349-36-tl '.j ' : \ • J Sales — Houses AUCTION | MINIMUM BID OR GREATER ‘ Luxury Adult community home 2BR if 2FB. Den & SR. 2060 sq ft Spacious. | open F plan 10 ft cei'ings Over 140K upgrades (Gran. HW. CER) Patio, gran w waterfai1 , Minimum Bid $399,000 <■ ' ' Similar homes listed @ over S$f/2 mttf OPEN HOUSE F.S&S Jn 2 3&-V 1 Spm BROKER'S w net c6er? welcome SELLING: SUNDAY EVENING (703G69-9411 f .

022 V_ FAUQUIER CO Spacious 4/5br, 3ba, Tudor house on horse farm, master suite w/ FP, Jacuzzi, sunset baloney, walk-in closet & nursery, hdwd fls, CAC, W/D, DW, faux painting, chandelier, smoke free, 20 mins SE of Warrenton, $2000/ mo. 703-727-4301 Sheridan McMahon Ltd. Furn 2br house end of private lane in Rappahannock Co. short term avail. $1300/mo. 540-675-1190 Hamilton: Updated, beaut SFH w-4BR, 2BA, new crpt & pnt. Lg wrkshp/fncd lot. $1695. 703-203-4728 LINDEN 3br, 2ba, restored farmhouse. Huge roomswide plank hdwd fls, Irg 3 bay workshop w/ elect, garg, barns, sheds on 7+ acs w/ creek. Call JW 703-307-1677 MANNA Real Estate Services Inc. 540-635-0400 Linden, Chalet, 4BR, 2BA. FP, horse stable. 20acs, panoramic views, near exit 13 I66, $1700. (540)683-1998 LOVETTSVILLE Area Top floor brick ranch. 3BR, 2BA, fpl, all appls. $1400/mo. Call 540-882-5686. ORLEAN, VA Lovely 1840s country Victorian, 1.4acs in quaint village setting, 3BR, 2.5BA, AC, fireplace. $1800/mo. Refs, required. 540-272-0200 PURCELLVILLE Lux, 4BR, 2.5BA, 3yr. 3500 sq. ft. Near school, Rt 7. Opt.to buy. $2200/ mo 703-727-8011 Rappahannock Co: Unique farmhouse located 25 min from Warrenton. Wood beams, pine floors, Bl bookcases, 1 BR 2 BA, great room, sunroom. Beautiful views!$1200/mo avail 5/1. Owner/ Agent 540-675-4901. Rappahannock County-3 BR farmhouse. Ig farm, Ig fenced yd. Loads of closet space, eat-in kit & sep. DR. Pets, children & husbands OK. Avail May 1. $1,390/ Mo. MUST have verifiable refs, deposit & 1st month rent. Butch Zindel 675-1190 Rapp k County New home w/3BR, 2BA. 27 acs w/ paddocks & run in sheds. Avail 6/1. $2000/mo. Washington, VA Restored Manor house surrounded by landscaped yard and mountain views. 2 car garage. Barn w / stalls, fenced paddock. GREAT LOCATION. $1800 mo. Call Piedmont Property 540-675-1675 Round Hill: Beautiful 4BR, 2 5BA home on 3 wooded acres. 2 car gar. fpl CIs to town. $2500 (540)554-2250. Shared lovely home for single adult male w senior adult male in country location. Shared responsiblities. $600/ mo Call Pau!:(703)644 4134 SHORT TERM: Near Shenandoah Nat I Park & River. Quick access to 166 at Linden. New fully furnished water view contemporary. Stunning house! 3 BR 2 BA. Full himt. Decks galore! See Vacation Rentals at www. sherrysnyder.com for photos. $2000/mo. O w n e r / A g e n I 540-675 4901. SPERRYVILLE, VA nr Old Rag mtn 3BR, 2 5B. home office, 5ac fenced pasture 2 decks $1450 mo Call 540 987 7263 SUMMIT POINT. Jef feison County WV Lrg single Fam home w aar on 3', acres Built m 2000 4BRs. 3' B all appl s CAC. oak & trie firs, covered front porch, lrg deck off back well & septic, barn & pasture avail for add i rent Sec dep credit appl $2500 mo Cali 540 955 1384 Your Ad Could be HERE Call Today 347 4222 THE PLAINS: Horse property, 3BR. 3BA house. Also barn/office w/bath. 2 fenced paddocks w/run-ins. $2000. (703)927-2392 Waterford Area 2.3BR. 3B, restored farmhs on 4acs. Truly beaut, prop/views. 10 min to MARC/15 to Greenway $1700. 540-882-3686 LOUISA - 27 acres zoned A2, miles from 1-64 / town of Louisa: state road frntge: great for developer: Call 540-967-5025 $304,900. Orlean/Marshall, 6.52 wooded acs. partial drive, approved survey & 4BR perk, $340K OLREA (540)364-1895 Nags Head NC. 2BR condo. Oceanside. June 17-24. Full kit, 2Bs; MB jacuzzi, sips 6. Students Welcome! 804 520-4802. $1200. Work/Apt Exchange. Male for 1BR apt in McLean. Care taker/ heavy yard maint, 12hrs. wk. AvI mid-July. Pay 1 '4 utils. Refs 703-356-3646. Leesburg: Female wanted for priv. third floor master suite & bath. Loc. in new three-level TH overlooking bike trail in historic dist. of Leeburg. Walk to downtown. $625/mo. includes all utils as well as high speed internet. Pets considered. 1 yr lease. Call 760-443-9828 before May 24 & 703-771-4135 after May 24th. Roomate Wanted to share 4300sqft furnished 5BR home in Culpeper. 2.5BA, full kitch, W/D, garage. Access to Rt 29 & Rt 3. Cable, internet & all util. incl. $695/mo. Call Melissa (540)829-9923 STERLING Furn MBR/ pvt bth, dish TV & hispeed Internet. Share kit. Indry. $625 + utils. Call 703-450-2264 077 Rentals — Townhouses Broadlands-3 Ivl TH, 3BD, 2.5BA, gar. NEW carpet, paint. SS appl., granite, deck, yard. Avail now. Opt. to buy. $1890/ mo 703-727-8011 Leesburg, 4BR, 3' ?BA, W/D. Close to Elem. Sch. shopping & pool. Avail 6-15-06. $1600. Call 703-777-4586 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 r 077 Rentals —Townhouse* MANASSAS 3br. 2.5ba, 3 Ivl TH, excel cond, sec dep & $1500/ mo. 703-753-1225 Warrenton 3 levels, gar deck, 3BRs, 2 full & 2 1/2' bth.s new crpt. paint & tile. $1500/mo. Call 703-606-7236 EXECUTIVE Offices in Warrenton, 6 single rm offices, common conf rm. all town conveniences, quiet, utils incld, consultants or no traffic clients pref d. 540-347-4154 or 540-347-1656 Retail/ Office space $1,100 net of utils. Purcellville, Va. Call Devine Commercial 703-771-1918 4 gA Commercial vtemats V J WAREHOUSE SPACE AVAIL Remington. Gated & secure. Ample parking. 540-439-6007 z'——————v 090 Vacation Rentals Near Shenandoah Nat l Park and River: New fully furnished water view contemporary. Stunning house! 3 BR 2 BA. Decks galore! Sleeps 6-8. See www.sherrysnyder. com for details. Owner/Agent 540-675-4901. OCEAN CITY, MD: 80 St, 2Br, 2.5Ba condo, Ocean block, full kit, sleeps 6. AC, prime wks avl. No pets/no smkg. 703-447-9774. (100 V_ 6BR, 3ba Rambler, fenced yard, pool, $456,900. (serious inquiry's only) 540-439-2966 for appt. Horse Property Privately located 22 acres in Fauquier county near Hume. Riding ring, dressage arena, 2 barns, 4 fenced fields, 3-4 BR Cape residence, $1,085,000. 540.364.1610 Middletown, MD: 4BR. 3.5BA 5500sf ranch on 9.63 acs. 2CG, pool, deck. $799,500. Will Co-op. (301)371-3184 for Sate By Owner ADS WORK Call 540-347-4222 c Announcements Bausch & LombPulls He\u with Moisture Loc Eve Solution Linked to Fusarium Keratitis Contact Lois users ire aenme increased infections from using this saiution. II you have a -enous eye infection you may need legal help. Reviewing other drug cases: Ziprtu & Serouuel i chirophrema. bipolar Jimdai DUBPILS HSPFRtil VCEVUA. PANCREATITIS DIABETK KETOACIDUS hsamn-DuiJa«Al>*lBone Snwosln)uncN Ortho Etra Patch - SiaAis. Hem aii&ii Null eho dwih. 0; are licensee tn SJ PA.VA.M0 PL MS. DC ud ha« ixicao Mlia>«kk Call I •800-882-2525 Miller & Associates For Free case review www.doctoratlaw.coi r Announcements V J Setoquel,, an antipsychotic druR also known as yucmipme. has been linked 10 diabetes, pancreatitis. diabetic ketoacidosis j*a) and even death. If you or a loved one experienced ant of these problems, call us now at 1-OOO-THE-EAOE lor a toe consultation. We practice law only in Arizona, hut associate with lawyers throujihoui the GOLDBERGtOSBORNE 1-800-THE-EAGLE 11-0000*3-32451 _mn.IMOtfCT0r.aia Announcements HIRING FOR! POSTAL POSITIONS] AVERAGE PAY $57,000/YR • MIN. STARTING PAY $18.0Q/HR. • FEDERAL BENEFITS • NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED 1-800-584-1775 KFIP9M1 Sterling $235K 2BR, 1BA, gmd fir, new firs, new hot water heater. Walk to post office, DMV, library, shopping. Call Cassie Keller William Reality 703-507-6317 Bealeton, VA: Crest Lane Knolls subd. 2 story, 3BR, 2.5BA, 1/2 ac lot on cul-de-sac. Nr schls. $365k. $5k closing cost paid. Immed occpy. (703)674-8014 Foreclosure! 4BR, 2BA Only $21,500! Must Sell! For listings call 800-749-8168 ext R528. Shenendoah Valley Properties 3BR, 2BA w/in-law quarters. $244,900. 4BR, 2.5BA. like new. In town. $289,900 3BR, 1.5BA brick ranch. $209,900. 10 wooded acres. well/septic, nr Bryce. 154,900. Call Mike for details 540-820-8408. Century 21 REU STONE RIDGE - OWNER FINANCE 4BR, 4.5BA Below Market 703-544 0891 Fauquier Co Located near Warrenton/ Marshall. 3 ac lot wooded w/ road frontage. $229,900 Emily Henry 540-341-3528 Long & Foster Five wooded lots, ranging from 10 acres to 1.9 acres, near Delaplane, ready for bonding. Owner wants to sell all to a Builder. Call 540-270-2866. Lake Anna Rockland Creek 1.22 acres Build your dream house at this exclusive & beautiful corner lot. Gated community, 1 slip boat conveys. $179K Dulcida Estrada 540-825-4300 Sam Snead Realty Near Warrentoh 17.5 private wooded acres w/state road frontage and creek on property. May be divided to 2 lots, $499,900. Emily Henry, Long & Foster, 540-341-3528 or 800-523-8846. WANTED: Lot 1/2 to 1 acre. Ready for contruction for SFR. Call 703-282-7183 Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 r Auctions LAND AUCTION • Gated Qymnity - Rretwood, NC • Mountain Lots with Views of NQ VA, TN • 90% ftundng - On Spot Preview ftoperty on June 4,10,11, 17 a 18th IM. Smith Auction A Realty, NC# 3413 336-376-3535 or 336-214-2324 Dale Dodson, NCAL #3925 336-376-3902 or 336-263-5959 Announcements RESPECT Isn't it time you got more? •Company-prwded CDL trvining lor qualified c*ndtdatet • S34.500-$S7,500 (depending on •xperience) L • Horn* Run program • 17 weeks ott ytwty I Apply Online 6 schnejdefjobs.com Or can 1-800-44-PRIDE | (1-800-447-7433) SCHNEIDER. ■in f Announcements LAID-OFF RECENTLY? I As Die mow's Duses wxtong company. 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(703)881-0898 www.WalkerMLS.cpm Must See! Fauquier Co. 959K Well maintained country home (1878), 18 private acres. Overlooks Ig spring fed pond. 3 B R , 4 B A , outbldgs, rolling pastures, old trees & shrubs, gazebo, flagstone patio. This is a treasure. Kevin Sexton Remax Regency (571)723-1155 CULPEPER New house in downtown!! Cute Cape Cod. 4BR. pretty Mstr Ste. 2BA, unfinished bsmnt w/ walkout, & extras. S359K. Dulcida Estrada 540-825-4300 Sam Snead Realty ' DC side Warrenton, 4BR, 2.5BA, colonial. Ig stg bldg, multi lvl deck, funished bsmt. 540-349-8638, 540-878-1255 Find Out What Your Home is Worth On-Line visitiwww. VirginiaHomeValu. com Find Out What Your Home is Worth On-Line visilrwww. VirginiaHomeValu. com FSBO, Fauquier County, House circa 1889, Land 12.5 acres, subdividable, up to 11 lots, $649,000. (804)472-4768 MANASSAS CITY $659,999 1 mile to Old Town & VRE, Gorgeous 4 yr old, 4br, 3.5 ba, cul-de-sac, Call Jobin Realty 703-599-2765 MODEL HOME Gainesville $799,995 All options. 4br, 4.5ba. Call Jobin Realty 703-599-2765 Fauquier Times-Democrat: Where the Readers Are! Call Today 540-347-4222 Rixeyville Cozy County House. 3BR, 1BA, unfinished bsmt, deck, pretty view, .46 ac. $239K • Dulcida Estrada 540-825-4300 Sam Snead Realty Culpeper, Southridge Community townhouse for sale 2bd., 2.5ba.,lr w/flreplace,dr,eatin kit.w/new disposal & dishwasher, freshly painted, fenced rear w/enlarged concrete patio, central heat & a/c. convienent to shopping, school & medical care, community offers clubhouse w/pool & hottub. Owners very motivated!! Contact Linda Thornton at ERA The Holden Group Realtors, Inc. 540-825-1613 or by cell 540-717-7118 Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 Hurry Won 't Last. Price Reduced! 3BR, 2.5Ba. 3-story garage end unit TH, Town of Culpeper. 1 yr old, 3-story sunroom, upgrades. Immaculate. Must see! $314,800 Listing # CU5570911 Contact Paul Draisey-Keller Williams Realty @ 703.431.1730. _i: Lake Anna: New Waterfront Townhomes. Call Blount Realty, 1 -800-476-6629. Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 NOT YOUR USUAL TOWNHOUSE !! Large, 4-fin Ivl in Ashburn Village! 3/4 BR, 3.5BA built in 1990. New HVAC, fresh paint, many upgrades. World-class HOA features indoor pool, spa, sport courts, much more and is located in middle of Ashburn, closts to shopping, schools, everything. Below market financing available! $399,000. Call Greg @ Century 21 New Millennium at 703-307-4518. LO6043876. It took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES. Times Classified 347-4222 FAUQUIER SPCA STRAY ANIMALS 540-788-9000 Visit our homepage at www.fauquierspca.com e-mail fspca@netzero.com for a complete' up to date listing Announcements 3 Corolla, NC Vacations! Call us today for pur Destination Guide! 1-877-642-3224 ww».brindhteadi.(om vsasss ---N Announcements v__i_) cm^f FORSIMTUREDSETTlBBiTS, (800) 794-7310 tMLleflM means CASH NOW 1— Al-I-.Jf.iH-1-« W WIICuRq MuKRiSKSi PRESS SERVICES - ADUtMIUN A Loving Couple wishes to adopt newborn. Will provide a warm, wonderful, caring and loving home. Expenses paid. Please call Karen and Russ at 1 -800-706-3901. AUCTIONS 5000+-/- sq. ft. commercial building on 0.5 acres. Prime location: high traffic counts. Currently leased. 3000 Old Forest Road, Lynchbuig, VA. Auction: June 7. w ww.countsauction.com. 800-780-2991 (VAAP93) Fully Furnished Waterfront Home with Dock. Nice Sandy Beach, Landscaping. Smith Mountain Lake (Huddleston, VA). 120+7- feet lake frontage. Auction: June 9. 800-780-2991 www.countsauction.com (VAAF93) 201-+-/- Acres Offered in 24 Tracts. SR 626, Huddleston, VA (Bedford County, near Smith Mountain Lake). Ponds, fields, timber. Absolute Auction: June 10. w ww.countsauction.com. 800-780-2991 (VAAF93) 42+/ wooded acres, Hlon, VA. Magnificent views into Lynchburg from Western Amherst County. Large hardwoods. Secluded home sites. Absolute Auction: June 15. www.countsauction.com 800-780-2991 (VAAF93) 90.74+7- (2 tracts) acres with long frontage on US 501, Halifax County. VA. Wooded & clear settings. Auction: Friday. June 16. www.countsauction.com 800-780-2991 (VAAF93) ABSOLUTE AUCTION - June 3, 10:00AM, Clarksville. VA, Near Buggs Island - Real Estate, Household, Vehicles, Farm Equipment, Tools, Guns & Collectibles. WWWROYALAUCTIONS.COM. Call 434-372-8188 for flyer. (VAAF55I) June 3rd - 9:00 AM, 4000 SF, 7 Bedroom Home, 2 Car detached garage with quaint apartment on 1/2 acre lot Faimville, VA. 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Good for packing, bedding, etc. 10-30 bags for weekly pickups. U-haul. 703-779-2100 ECHO SHREDDED PAPER free, mixed colors, in large bags. Good foi packing, bedding, garden mulch etc. 10-30 bags for weekly picku p s . U-haul. 703-779-2100 ECHO SKIDS - Wood & pressboard. 40+ ready now. More to come. U-haul. 703-779-2100 ECHO SKIDS - Wood ^pressboard. 40+ ready now. More to come. U-haul. 703-779-2100 ECHO SWEET DOG needs loving home! 2 year old fox hound mix, up to date with shots. Good with children. (703)915-3253 Triple-sized leather look-a-like sofa w/ recliner on each end Exc cond w/ small patch on one end. U-HAUL 703-435-9767 For all of your Classified needs call the Fauquier Times-Democrat 540-347-4222 Legal Notices l _ NOTICE PUBLIC MEETING The Flint Hill Volunteer Fire and Rescue Dept, will hold a public meeting Thursday on June 15, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Dept, to discuss the purchase and naming of a 2006 Smeal Firetruck. For more information contact Bruce Williams at 635-4673 or Bill Welch at 675-3097. 1860 Plantation with profitable nursery biz 30 ac. Ig house, pond, inventory website. Reduced to $695K. 434-222-8337 or hightechfarm.com/farm Double-Shredded hardwood & cedar mulch. Chips & top soil. Free delivery. Spreading avl. 703-868-2524. Privacy Hedge - Spring Blowout Leyland Cypress - 5 ft Now $38 Free Del. & installation 434-349-9660 or www. hightechfarm.com A FUN LOVING married (10yrs) childless couple seeks to adopt newborn. Will provide love, happiness & secure future. Will be a FT mom and devoted dad. Expenses paid. Kim & Jeff 1-800-214-0764. It took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES. Times Classified 347-4222 or Fax 349-8676 Legal Notices The Rappahannock County School Board is soliciting sealed bids for the provision of mowing and trimming services for several athletic fields. Bidders must submit one original and two copies of their proposed bids to Robert T. Chappell, Superintendent, Rappahannock County School Board, 6 Schoolhouse Road, Washington, Virginia 22747 on an official bid proposal form no later than 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 13, 2006. Bid packets may be obtained by call (540)987-8773 or via email rchappell@rappahannock.k12.va.us The Rappahannock County School Board is soliciting sealed bids for the project to re-roof two small areas of roof at Rappahannock County High School. Bidders must submit one original and two copies of their proposed bids to Robert T. Chappell, Superintendent, Rappahannock County School Board, 6 Schoolhouse Road, Washington, Virginia 22747 on an official bid proposal form no later than 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 13, 2006. Bid packets may be obtained by calling (540)987-8773 or via email rchappell@rappahannock.k12.va.us The Rappahannock Board of Equalization has been appointed and are holdings hearings on the following dates: June 15, 16 2006 Please call (540) 675-5373 for an appointment. VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY STEPHEN LOW HELEN C. LOW Plaintiffs vs. CASE NO. 06-28 JOHN R. FINCHAM and UNKNOWN HEIRS of John R. Fincham and/or his heirs, devisees and successors in title, whose identities, names addresses are unknown and who are made parties defendant by the general description of PARTIES UNKNOWN and any other unknown heirs, devisees and successors in title, if any such there be, and/or any unknown parties having an interest in the lands of which John R. Fincham died seized and possessed, whose identities, names and addresses are unknown and who are made parties defendant by the general description PARTIES UNKNOWN Defendants ORDER OF PUBLICATION THE OBJECT of the above-styled suit is to quiet title in and to the following real property situated in Piedmont Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia and more particularly described in a deed to Plaintiffs from Tommy J. Dwyer, et at, dated April 28, 1972 and recorded May 11, 1972 among the land records in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County,Virginia in Deed Book 103 at page 268, as follows, to-wit Beginning at a point in the easterly boundary of the Shenandoah National Park, said point also lying in the center of Route 614, thence running with the center of Route 614 N 78 degree 41' 24 inches E 65.25 feet to a point N 40 degree 23' 01 inches E 114.21 feet to a point and N 51 degree 39' 46 inches E to a point 133.30 fee to a point; thence departing Route 614 and running with the boundary of the land of Clyde Pullen S 40 degree 55' 45 inches E 334.58 feet to a point S 35 degree 16' 22 inches W 490.88 feet to a point and N 82 degree 57' 22 inches W 294.27 feet to a point in the easterly boundary of the Shenandoah National Park, thence running with the easterly boundary of the Shenandoah National Park N 00 degree 06'23 inches W 32.94 feet to a point and N 15 degree 48' 40 inches E 417.85 feet to the point of beginning, containing 5.000 acres. And it appearing that there may be unknown heirs-at-law, devisees or successors-in-interest of the John R. Fincham, living or deceased, whose names are unknown, and who have or may have an interest in the subject real property sought to be partitioned or disposed of in this suit, IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED that any and all such persons claiming and interest in the land above described appear in person or by counsel on or before the 10th day of July 2006 in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia, Washington Virginia, 22747, and do whatever is necessary to protect their interests. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that this Order be published once a week for four (4) successive weeks in the RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS, a newspapers of general circulation in the County of Rappahannock, Virginia; that a copy of this order be posted at the front door of the Courthouse wherin this court is held. ENTER this 18TH day of May 2006. CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY By: L. Diane Bruce, CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT I ask for this James W. Fletcher, III VSB No _ 18070 P.O. Box 298 • Sperryville, Virginia 22740-0298 Counsel for Complainant (540)987-8511 Employment Landscape Mid-Level Managers Commercial Landscape experienceWith excellent Customer Service Skills required. Earnings potential $42K to $62K. Excel. Benefits Fax resume to 703-754-9926 And then call 703-929-6583 EOE/M/M/F/D/V Development/Communications Foxcroft School in Middleburg has a Development/Communications position open in a dynamic Advancement office. Responsible for supporting functions such as donor stewardship, fundraising, website maintenance, photography, and writing newsletter content. Strong writing and PC skills, capacity to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines are required. Proficient in MS Office; exp. w/ Adobe Photoshop, desktop publishing, database and web content management software strongly desired. Bachelors degree and min. 2 years related exp. Exc. benefits. EOE. Send resume to Foxcroft School, PO Box 5555 Middleburg, VA 20118 Attn: Laura Booze. Email development@foxcroft.org . or fax 540-687-8836 Quality Control Technician Smith-Midland Corporation, a premier precast company located in rural Virginia, is currently accepting resumes for a Quality Control Technician. The qualified candidate will have a sharp eye for detail, be able to read a tape measure, and must have good communication skills and the ability to work well with others. Experience with concrete is a plus but not required. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, 401k, and tuition reimbursement, and a $500 sign-on bonus. Smith-Midland Corporation P.O. Box 300, Midland, VA 22728 Fax: 540-439-1627 Email: careers@smithmidland.com Northern Virginia Drilling, Inc. a Manassas based company is seeking individuals for the positions of the Water Well Drill Helper. Individual should be hard-working with a positive attitude. * Excellent pay * Health & Dental Insurance * 401K plan * Year-round work * Average 55-60 hours a week. * CDL preferred, but not required, however a willingness to obtain a CDL (We will train you.) is required. Please contact Jack Miller or Alan Hinsdale @ 800-845-4148. Be a part of a company that provides the most valuable resource to the community, WATER! Assistant Bar Manager Full time, year round position, weekends a must. $10/hour plus tips. Min 40 hiours/week. Experience a plus. Contact Danny Fine Dining Server Weekends a must. $8/hour plus tips Contact Maranatha Only serious candidates need apply. c '/hh or fax resume to Come by to fill our application (540)399-9980 16589 Edwards Shop Rd Remington, VA 22734 Rappahannock County Public Schools PROFESSIONAL VACANCIES FOR 2006-07: Teaching Positions Salary Range $34?502-$56,359 + benefits •Speech-Language Pathologist •Middle School English •High School Special Education •Elementary •Reading Specialist •Drama (part-time w/ benefits) Administration •Executive Director of Human Resources and Instruction Salary Range $57,895 - $91,851 + benefits For all positions above, candidates must hold or be immediately eligible for Virginia license with proper endorsement Application Deadline: June 9 or Until Filled Teacher application at www.rappahannock.k12.va.us For information contact Raye Tupper, Executive Director of HR and Instruction Telephone: (540)987-8773 E-mail: rayetupper@rappahannock.k12.va.us Fax: (540) 3) 987-8896 EOE Creative Services Ad Process Coordinator Are you an expert in advertising design? Do you have excellent organizational skills? If. so, then Times Community Newspapers has the perfect position for you. TCN is looking for an individual who can assign, track, quality control approx. 600+ ads per week, and assist the department manager. Applicant must be proficient in Quark, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat. Experience with SCS Track system a plus. Position is located in Leesburg, VA. Send cover letter, resume, clippings to JJunkala@timespapers.com Salary history is required Clime* [Community Newspapers! NORTHERN VIRGINIA and Part-Timi Transportation Security OfTuers onald Reagan Washington National Ai Washington-1 tulles Internationa) Airport Full-Time: Starting at $27,730 per year Plus Benefits Part-Time: Starting at $13.29 per hour Plus Benefits (Includes 17.50(rr locality pay) TSA Job Fairs Tuesday, May 30th VEC Wtxxlbridgc 13370 Minnieville Rd. Woodbridge. VA 9:(X)am - ! :()0pm Minimum Requirements: U.S„ Citizenship or U.S. National • High school diploma. GED or equivalent, or one year of security or aviation screening experience • English proficiency • Pre-employment medical evaluation • Pass a background/credit check Please apply online at: http://tsacareers.recruitsofl.com 1-800-887-1895 • TTY: 1-800-887-5506 Transportation Security Administration TS A is an Equal Opportunity Employer. COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE Culpeper County Deputy Commissioner III Challenging and rewarding career opportunity for a customer service oriented individual. Requires the ability to manage a number of tasks simultaneously and communicate effectively with citizens and colleagues at the local and state level. Must be detailed oriented witn the ability to respond appropriately to citizen concerns. Successful candidate will assume a major role in the assessment of Personal Property and State Income Tax processing. Duties include accessing, compiling, analyzing and interpreting data. Experience with Microsoft applications required. Knowledge of AS400 and Bright software preferred. Professional, flexible, team approach is an absolute must. Associate's degree in business/ accounting or equivalent experience in a related field. Training will be provided. Competitive starting salary range $27,648-$35,838. Submit completed County application along with resume and cover letter to: Terry L.Yowell, Commissioner of the Revenue P.O. Box 1807, Culpeper, VA 22701 by June 5, 2006. Equal Opportunity Employer SR. PUBLIC WORKS ENGINEER General Services The Department of General Services is seeking qualified applicants to fill two (2) new Sr. engineer positions within the Public Works Division. Successful candidates will plan, organize & manage complex public works construction and maintenance programs to include major facilities maintenance and repair projects; develop and administer design and construction programs; execute transportation and other public works grant projects; and develop environmental assessments. Manage the planning, design and acquisition of complex public works projects, including, but not limited to, building maintenance and repair, stormwater management infrastructure and transportation: develop pre-design programs. Manage construction and post construction activities for building maintenance and repair, stormwater infrastructure and other complex public works projects. Inspect construction sites. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field and at least 3 yrs of directly related application experience. Engineer in Training or Professional Engineer Registration desirable. Some supervisory experience preferred Valid driver's license. May be required to attend occasional evening meetings: must be available to respond to County emergencies. DMV record check is required. (Hiring Range: $44,950 - $75.516/yr) Closes: 06/09/2(X)6 06-445. Addition information and required application contact web site: www.loudoun.gov ADVERTISING ADMINISTRATIVE P ASSISTANT The largest community newspaper advertising network in America, located in Reston, VA, seeks computer skilled, detail-oriented advertising assistant for administrative support to its team of national account managers. This junior-level, fast-paced position required a service-oriented person with good organizational skills and ability to multi-task. Knowledge of Excel, MS Office, and/or advertising production background a plus! Competitive salary and excellent benefits! Email resume and compensation requirements to: tandersson @ wspnet.com or fax to Terry Andersson at 703-904-1009 Washington Suburban Press Network uyers and seller met Community Neivspt ft 800-852-4797 Fax 703-689-1278

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Advanced computer skills or CDL a plus. Salary, benefits, long but flexible hours. Contact allent@vabb.com SECRETARY P/T experienced, dependable, highly organized assistant needed for secretarial duties one day per week (4-6 hrs.), Thursdays only. Filing, organizing, computer experience, special projects, errands. R.H. Ballard shop on Main Street in» Washington, VA. Fax resume: 540-675-1458. Sales Rep/Manager Commercial Landscape BusinessAggressive Sales Personality. With proven Sales record in Landscape Industry But not limited. To that type of business. Fax resume to 703-754-9926 first And then call 703-929-6583 EOE/M/M/F/D/V Level 3-5 HVAC Service Technicians Residential & light commercial. Company truck, cell phone and uniforms.Great pay, 401 (k) benefits & company matching, Health insurance, hourly plus commissions. Must possess valid drivers license and pass drug test. Must be willing to work OT & on-call rotation. TLC Services, LLC 14200 Erin Lane, Rixeyvllle, VA 22737 540-937-7800, 540-347-3024 LPN Busy seven-physician practice seeking full time LPN. Supervisory experience a must. Great benefits package included! Fax or E-mail resume with salary requirements: Attn: L. Spence Fax: (540)347-0342 Mail: 52 West Shirley Avenue Warrenton, VA 20186 lspence@broava.com Part-time Paginator Some designers make pretty pages. Others design pages that tell stories. We're looking for one of the latter, a page designer that will collaborate with editorial and photography to constantly improve our visual storytelling. Come join our talented team of designers. Part-time position (20-25 hours). Quark, Photoshop, Acrobat experience and salary history is required. Applicants can send resumes to Stacy Conroy, Pagination Supervisor, at sconroy@timespapers.com (Hme$ M northern Virginia WE ARE CROWING! Join Our Team! U S. Foodservice, a leading distributor In the food service industry, is currently hiring for our Manassas, VA Distribution Center. Delivery Drivers / CDL Class A Territory Managers A/R Clerk Selectors - Night warehouse We offer an excellent compensation package including medical, dental, disability, 401 (k) plan, direct deposit, flexible spending plans, and employee stock purchase plan. All applicants must successfully pass a background Investigation and drug screen. Please forward your resume or letter of interest or apply In person Mon-Frl Attn: Human Resources Manager 11994 Livingston Road Manassas, va 20109 fax 703-331-3280 EOE/AA/M/F/D/V 8:30am-4pm TM Immediate Opening for a Full-time Maintenance Person at a 158 unit-Apartment complex located in Culpeper, VA. Fax resume to 540-825-8893. EOE Auto Mechanic/ VA State Inspector Experience preferred, good pay, benefits. Call Settle's Garage (540)675-3252 COMMUNICATIONS Installers wanted for telephone, internet and cable TV. Work available in Fairfax and Prince William counties. Must have PU truck or van. Please call for best offer: 703-503-8593 MAINTENANCE & CLEANING Need extra money. Want an exciting & challening PT job? We offer of fast paced environment. 540-349-4297 or 540-820-7638 Natural Food Dell looking for mature, experienced Chet/Cook. Competitive pay & benefits. Bring resume to The Natural Market Place 5 Diagonal Street, Warrenton. Auto Parts COUNTER SALES FT/PT Positions 15 Northern VA locations, (Prince William, Loudoun & Fairfax Counties), Full benefits. Call: Fairfax Auto Parts 703*323*5300 Barn Help Wanted PT/FT, Muck, feed & turnout, must be reliable, call (540)364-3099 CARPENTERS Construction firm needs exp. Carpenters, Top pay & benefits. (540)675-1510 Classified Ads Work CULPEPER BAPTIST RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Come work in a premier facility where you can go home at the end of the day feeling good about your job! IMMEDIATE Opening for: RN/LPN 3-11 shift part-time with partial benefits Contact Wanda Stover or Paula Bolton (540) 825-2411 CULPEPER BAPTIST RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Openings for CNA S 7-3 shifP Full Time and every other weekend. Part time on 3-11 and 11-7 shifts. a assignments of only 8-10 residentsl in a supportive, caring environment known for it's quality care! Contact Wanda Stover or Paula Bolton at: (540) 825-2411 PHLEBOTOMISTS Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Herndon, Leesburg, Manassas, Reston, Springfield & Sterling Quest Diagnostics seeks candidates with a minimum of one year on-the-job phlebotomy experience servicing a pediatric/adult/ geriatric patient population, HS diploma & good keyboarding/data entry skills required. Strong customer service skills also required. Medical training and a working knowledge of medical terminology preferred. We offer competitive benefits including generous vacation time, goal sharing and shift differential. Please forward your resume for consideration to: Quest Diagnostics, Attn: HR, 1901 Sulphur Spring Rd., Baltimore, MD 21227, Ph: 1-800-522-9235, ext. 1352, e-mail: BalHrResumes@questdlagnostics.com. Quest Diagnostics Incorporated has been proudly recognized as a "Best Place to Work” in NJ, TX, NY, OH, Mid-East PA and AZ and our employees throughout the U.S. would agree. Find out more about joining our outstanding team at www. questdiagnostics.com. EOE. Oak Springs I of Warrenton Comprehensive Health Care Center Nursing Home & Rehab Is currently seeking energetic, motivated Individuals for the following departments: • RN/LPN & CNAs FT/PT All shifts • Weekend RN Supervisor Position • PT Activity Assistant • Dietary FT Cook-Rotating Shifts FT Dietary Aide-6a-2p PT Dietary Aide-3p-8p • Housekeeping-Laundry Contact: Sharon 540347-4770 540349-2832 (fax) hr@oakspringsofwarrenton.com (email) EOE r BUYING? SELLING? Times Community Newspapers’ Classified Has It! Call TODAY. 347-4222 For Classified And Employment Advertising or FAX 540-349-8676 WARRENTON OVERLOOK HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER A 115 bed Skilled Long Term Care Facility has the following employment opportunities available: ❖ CHARGE NURSE - RN or LPN 11pm • 7am shift and PRN ❖ CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT All Shifts. PRN and WEEKEND PROGRAM ❖ DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ❖ HOUSEKEEPING / LAUNDRY AIDE We offer scheduling, competitive wages, bonuses, differentials, holiday pay. PTO, health, vision, dental and life insurance, medical treatment discounts, STD, LTD. tuition reimbursement, educational opportunities, retirement plan, credit union, caring supportive staff and much more. For more information please contact HR at: 360 Hospital Dr; Warrenton, VA 20186 Phone 540-349-1919 Fax 540-341-0431 scotts@fauc|uierhospital.org Carpenters Experienced. in Framing & Trim. (540)270-9680 CARPENTERS HELPERS WANTED NO.VA Screen Porch / Sundeck Builder looking for Carpenter Helpers with at least 1 year experience in carpentry. Pays $12$16/nour. Must h a v „ own transportation. Call Michelle toll free at: 888-364-2244 X100 CDL DRIVER Plumbing contract o r seeking dependable CDL driver with good driving record to move machinery and deliver stone to job site. Top pay & benefits. Call 540-364-4488 ext 101. Construction HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING FOR EMPLOYMENT Bulldozers Backhoes Loaders Dump Trucks Graders Scrapers Excavators Train in Virginia National Certification Financial Assistance Job Placement Assistance 877-409-6851 Associated Training Services www.atsn-schools.coin Construction ROUGH CARPENTERS Learn Home Building Construction Skills: Blueprints, Framing, Tools, Materials Next Class:June 5th -National Certification -Job Placement 877-409-6851 Associated Training Services www. learn- . construction.com This Could be Your Ad! Call 540-347,-4222 r DRIVERS/ DELIVERY Full-time and parttime positions. AM & PM shifts. Full benefits, year-round work, not seasonal. Locations in Loudoun, Prince William & Fairfax Counties. Fairfax Auto Parts 703-323-5300 LIFEGUARDS needed immediately for premier pools in Gainesville, Fauquier & Dulles areas. All Shifts avail. Please call: 1-888-378-2105 for more details. Mechanic Self motivated, Diesel Equp, maint, snow equip prep, Dulles Contractor. Call Chad or Harry 301-498-3696. MERCHANDISERS (Grocery) Needed to service stores in the Falls Church, Springfield, Burke, Fairfax, Culpeper, Warrenton & Bristow VA areas. P/T AM hrs M-F (approx. 14 hrs/wk). Need Vehicle, DL & Insurance. Call: 800-216-7909 ext. 716 Parts Dept - Asst Manager Parts Clerk Loudoun Truck Center, Inc., Purcellville, VA. Need individual w/experience in heavy truck parts & maint for parts inventory & sales. Health ins., paid vac., 401k. Frank 1-540-338-7156 frank@ldntruck.com Plumbers wanted Never on call! Full benefits package $100K potential 401K $1000 plus calls weekly Start from your home. Call 800-280-2820 Ifour Ad Could be HERE Call Today 347-4222 1 Local company hinng: Logistics Coordinator Customer relations, coordinate customer moves, maintain company tiles, must be experienced in Microsoft Windows systems. Training provided. Pay $11/hour Contact Jim (540)349-8471 Vineyard Manager Farfelu Vineyards in Flint Hill seeks a full time vineyard manager for newly established vineyard. Prior experience in vineyard management including spraying, pruning, busn hogging required. Spanish a plus. Individual must be able to selfmanage and work without supervision. $15.00 hour. Call 703/801-1112 HVAC •Service or Installation Technicians •Warehouse & Purchasing Coordinator Looking for team players that are clean cut, drug tree, have a clean driving & background record. Top pay offered in a very fast growing HVAC service and replacement company. No new construction. Contact Karen at 540-349-7970 ESTATE IS HIRING for the following full time positions: Exp. Groundskeeper Exp. Housekeeper / Cook Must have green card Benefits include 401 K/Profit sharing, health and vacation. (540)347-1909 Fax resume to (540) 349-1764 ACCOUNTANT Dulles-based executive is looking for a reliable individual to oversee personal finances. Accounting or Finance degree necessary along with at least 2 years experience. The right candidate will posses excellent oral and written communication skills, be very detail-oriented, be able to multi-task effectively, work independently and meet deadlines. Competitive group benefits plan includes 401 (k), life, health/dental benefits, etc. E-mail or fax letter with salary requirements and resume to towens@ timespapers.com or 703 435-9754, Attn. Tanya Owens, Controller. EOE 1962 Corvalr 900 Monza, 2dr hrd top. Exc/show condition. $42K miles. Serious inquiries only. 540-454-6508 70 CHEVELLE MALIBU: 4 dr sedan. Gold 104k miles. New strong engine. Factory AC. Nice ride, VA insp. $6000. (703)476-6723 -^ !»«»■ iiitfuruihllfia I . — : ~; : tMSm '00 Volks Beetle Turbo, slvr, auto, orig owner, 80K, garaged, exc cond. Ithr int, sunroof $9995. (540)439-8596 01 Ford Taurus SES 4dr, 52K mis. Very clean in/out. Excl cond. KBB $6400, askg $5800. 540-338-4403 '01 SAAB 93 Convert, Excel cond, like new, Fac Warr thru 11-06, 55 K mis, $ 1 5 K, 540-347-0564. 03 HONDA CIVIC LX. Gold, auto, air bags, 47K, eDMUNDS lists for $12,500 asking $11K. 703-327-8220. 04 CORVETTE, 12K miles. 2 tops. Auto. Excellent conditio. All options. $36,000. Call 703-753-0210 '05 VW Beetle Conv GL 5 spd perfect. Lt blue. 2500 mi. $18,500. W: 540-687-6997 H: 540-364-2151. 1985 Chevy Cavalier S/W. 4 Cyl, Auto, Runs Good, Good Tires, New Battery. $500 OBO 540-428-1939 1993 Chevy Cavalier, 4-dr, auto lock, ABS brakes, A/C. 167K, good on gas. $1,000/ obo. (540)727-0066 1994 Ford Aspire 4dr, needs minor work, A/C works great, low mileage on engine, comes w/spare engine. $700/ OBO. (540)439-1779 1996 Eagle Talon. 5spd stick, good gas mileage, hatch back, sunroof, 126K, $1,900, (540)439-2381 (H), (540)347-8611(W) 1999 Saturn SL2, green, 5spd, 96K, recent engine & transmission service. $3,900. (540)347-7808 2000 Chrysler Sebring Conv LXI - good cond, 98K miles, cd, auto, blue. $5800. Call 703-338-7820. 2000 Ford Focus ZTS - 67K miles, 4dr, AC, up to 35mpg, power, alloy whls, am/fm/cd. $5400. Tom 571-451-8400. 2002 Mazda Miata MX5, electric blue w/ black top, 2 door, roadster convertable. 5 speed, 28K miles. Original owner. All power. $14,000 (703)323-1286 2003 Eclipse GS. 31 MPG, 77.5K. miles, Exc. cond., runs great, 2.4L. $13,500/obo. (540)788-1073 2003 Nissan Sentra GXE, 63K miles, 32MPG, new tires, new sat. ready cd player. $6800 (540)554-2727 2004 Jeep Liberty 4x4 Ltd, leather, htd seats, 6disc CD, sunroof, roof rack, 42K mi, $16800, (540)428-7065 $500 Police Impounds. Honda's Chevy's, etc. from $500. For listings 800-749-8167 ext 2416. 91 Honda Civic DX: 190k mi. Aqua Tread tires. am/fm,/cd, VA insp. AC. New clutch. $2000. (703)948-6288. 91 OLDSMOBILE CIERA: Perfect cond, dealer maint, orig owners, white, CC, all pwr, 103k. Internet photo & car fax report. $2500. (703)671-5966 '92 VOLVO 740 stationwagon, Very good cond, sunroof, 3rd seat, 151K mis, $3800 obo (540)788-1046 94 CADILAC Fleetwood Broughm, Beauty! excel engine doesn t use oil 114K hwy mis, $5000 540-788-4983 94 Cadillac Eldorado. 130K mis, 32 valve, 4.6L, Northstar, all power, excel cond, green, 10-disc CD, $2900 703-508-0106 '95 Lincoln Towncar Spinnaker. Upgrd audio w/DVD. Smoothest ride you'll ever own. 93k mi. $5000. (540)347-3805 '95 Mazda Millenia: Loaded, good cond Champagne color. Needs trans work $1500 (703)723-3010 96 FORD WINDSTAR: Insp, runs great, new engine. Asking $850. Needs some body work (703)726-1554 97 BMW 5281, 82K mis. Kelly green / tan interior. sunroot, 6 disc CD, great cond, $11,500 571-261-1004 '98 VW Cabrio conver. White,5 spd,A/C, CD, All pwr, 117K miles, exc. cond $5300 OBO (703)430-9404 Chevrolet Camaro T-top 94. great cond in/out, low mi, Moving! $4500/ obo (703)728-5297, ask for Sonny Chrysler PT Cruiser Ltd 02, brand new eng(3yrwarr) & rad., sunroof, champagne.$8995, 540 347 2847, Teresa Chrysler Sebrlng '96 conv, LXI, $5000 firm. Warrenton area. (703)675-6594 CORVETTES WANTED, any year, any condition, cash buyer. (800)369-6148 Grand Marquis, five mts, old Ultimate Edition, 3,560 mi, Cos1 $30,28866, take $26,200, all records. (540)987-7231 Honda '97, Civic. $8 00! Must sell! For listings 1-800-749-8167, ext. 7201. Honda Accord '92, loaded, good cond, $2700. (540)272-7090 Jaguar 1996 XJ6. Well Cared for. White/tan. Loaded. All records, well maint. Middleburg. $7500. 540-687-3535 Mercedes 84, 500 SEL, runs good, 320K mis, needs repairs to heater & air. $700/OBO (540)364-1913 Mercedes 88 560 SL. Prt blk, 2 tops, 82K miles, exc cond. Well maint. Asking $11K. Call (540)347-7410. Mercedes Cabriolet, CLK 320 Conv, 2003. Navgtn, fully Ided, gar kept, 10K mi, $41000. (540)439-6565 Nissan '91 Sentra. $400. Runs good. Must sell! For listings 1-800-749-8167, ext K049. NISSAN ALTIMA 03. blk, very good cond, pwr win/drs, 76K mis, AT, CD, motivated. $12K. (540)727-9795 TOY 91 CAMRY DX SW: 127K, red, Perfect run cond. $2,450/OBO. 703-737-8747 or 703-309-2305. Volvo S/40 Turbo 2004, fully loaded, like new, leather, sunroof, tinted wind., spoiler. $16,000. (540)341-1995 VW Passat GLS, '99, 4 cyi + turbo, 34mpg, excel cond, 82K mis, Ithr, sunroof, new tires, $7900. 540-347-7553 -> ..,v, 01 VW Jetta GLX V6 - $10,695 obo, JJilvr w/ Blk Lthr, All Power, AC, AM/FM CD Cass SatelliteRad indu. 75K mi. Call 571.239.1141 02 Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd, loaded, 6cyl, 72,000 mi. $ 1 3,950/OBO. (540)937-3664. Volvo 1990 240 DL Sedan: Good tires it body. Current insp. AT. AC PS. Pb. $2300. Cafl 703-406-9620. 16-foot North wood Aluminum Bass Boat w/ trailer. Exc. cond. Merc. 9.9 Big Foot Outboard. Live well & fish finder. $2,700/obo. (540)878-2001 '88 Sportcraft 250cEagle. Cuddy cabin. 5.7L inboard, hardtop, Windlas, clr f/f. $7500. 703-303-5903. 2001 Sunline Advancer 25R lite, tag along travel trailer, Ex. clean unit, exc. cond. Sleeps 3-4.' Rear BR w/ queen bed. Full walk thru BA, Full galley w/propane stove/oven, micro, dbl sink, Irg frig w/ sep freezer, roof A/C, pullout sofa, smooth fbrgls ext, roll out awning, out. shower & much more! $7,995. Moving, must sell. (540)3477459 (540)222-7371 02 HO Low Rider Emerald green, excel cond. Tow mileage. $14,995. Call Harold 703-938-8208. 02 HD SPORSTER 883: Screaming Eagle pipes, Completely chromed Garage kept. This bike is perfect. 1900 mi. $6800/OBO. 443-765-1751 Cell. 02 Yamaha YZF R-1: Like new red/white/ blck. Adult Owner, Never Down. $7500. (540)379-2429 03 HD Sportster 1200: 100 yr anniversary. 800 mi. Excel cond. Garage kept. $7,800/ OBO (540)668-6655 03 HONDA SHADOW ACE, 4600 MILES. $5500 540-270-1216/ 540-788-9928 04 HD FATBOY: Silver, Vance & Hines pipes, full injected, sissybar, garage kept $15,500/ OBO. (540)349-5887 2002 Honda VTX 1800, garaged, 3000 mis, blue, clean $7000 OBO Must see. (540)439-9538 2004 Yamaha F26, 1,700 miles. $5,300. Please call (540)347-9093 HD 2005: V Rod. Screaming Eagle, 1250cc. 1 /800 custom, 2700ml, Orange/ Black Aztec paint $29,500. 619-807-7194 Suzuki, 2000, Intruder 800. Garage kept: Only 6,000 miles. Xtras. Like new. $3,500/obo. 703-771-0280 or 703-203-6799. YAMAHA 03 Rdstar Silverado, 1600cc, w/ bags & W/S, only 1400 mis, garaged, pert cond. $10K firm. 540-347-2833 YAMAHA PW SOT Dirt bike. Less than 2 hrs riding. Have helmet & gear. $1500. Call 703-406-3511 1987 Ford Bronco II, body & suspension in good cond.no motor, being sold for parts but have title and will transfer. $150 obo, (540) 788-4626. 00 FORD Explorer XLT: 4wd, V6, 51k mi. Black, tan int, Ithr, sunroof, loaded. Excel cond. $8750. 703-431-7245. 01 HONDA CR-V, white, looks & runs great, 84K miles, one owner, all svc records. $11,000. Call 540-338-5291. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe, black/tan, 4-door, fully loaded, great condl 136K, $8,500obo. Call (703)867-3678 2000 Mercury Mountaineer, 4x4, 71K miles, 20+ MPG, all extras, immaculate, blue $9,450. (703)754-1825 (703)973-4815 96 TAHOE LE: Fully loaded, excel cond. 4x4 & 4 dr. $5000. Call (540) 687-6923. Jeep 02 Sport: Loaded, 4 new tires, 2 tops, 4X4, 42K mi, $14,500/ OBO. 703-777-6523 or 703-609-6273. Nissan 1995 Pathfinder: 4WD, 160K miles, runs good, $3300. Eves 703-777-6471. TOYOTA 4RUN '98 limit. V6, load, WHT, new brakes. Excel cond. $9,000 540-825-1982 / 561-687-1415 00 HAWK 2 HORSE, Gooseneck, dressing rm, 3rd wheel, excel cond, $8000/obo. 240-320-2234 IFUG«JS/ 03 Dodge Ram 2500. All power, A/C, quad cab, hemi engine, tool box, liner and run. brds. 46K miles. $25K (703)727-1629 1985 FORD F 250. 3/4 ' ton blue p-up, 4 spd, very clean, new paint & many new custom prts. Serious inquiries only. 540-454-6508 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins Diesel. Good cond., 146K miles, black, Asking $13,000. (540)286-5277 2003 Ford F-150 Lightning SVT. 26,400 miles. Charcoal gray, exc. cond. Bed finqr, tow package. $22,000. (703)727-5676 89 Ford F250, ext cab, ARE tool cap, diesel, manual trans, $5500/ obo. (540)439-4162. '96 FORD F150. 4X4. 112K mi, very good cond. $4200/OBO. 540-364-9670 '97 GMC Jimmy SLS 4WD V6 2nd Owner. 122K Grt Cond.in/out. Well maintained. $3950. (703)932-0461 Ford F350 XLT, 93, desel, comjpletly rebuilt, super clean, black, $9500 OBO. (540)592-3576 Nissan 1994 P up: 5 spd, a/c, new insp, 25mpg, good running cond, 178K miles, $2800.(540)822-4274 '02 VW Van, 80K, auto, silver, w/sunroof, new tires. Runs great. $10,500/obo. (540)229-9106 1987 Ford Conversion. Needs some work, runs good. New tires. $ 1 . 2 0 0 / o b o . (540)439-1335 Dodge Grand Caravan 2004, base mdl, 3.3L, V6, auto, 45K mi, no mech probs, $15500/ obo. (540)727-0695 Kazda, 01 MPV-LX. 86K, exc. cond., maintained by dealership, have records. Asking $8,500/obo. (703)331-0509. With 18 Newspapers In Our Times Community Newspapers Group, We've Got Northern Virginia Wrapped upl Call 347-4222