Rappahannock News, February 26, 2009

131st Year ... No. 9 * Washington, Va. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26,2009 (540) 675-3338 www.rappnews.com 50 <t & Two Rappahannock friends, treasures die within 48 hours of each other Community losses Richard Lykes and Claudia Mitchell are two of Rappahannock County’s four arts and community treasures who have passed away in the past nine months. Buddy Darden, an actor in the local theatre died May 13, 2008, Julie Portman, founder of Ki Theatre, on Dec. 21, 2008, Claudia Mitchell, president of the RAAC arts group, on Feb. 23, 2009 and photojournalist and arts board member Richard Lykes on Feb. 25, 2009. Jan Clatterbuck, Steve Dareing and Mary Ann Kuhn contributed to these stories. Claudia Mitchell Claudia Mitchell’s ‘spirit and strength’ live on Summoning resolve to the very last, Claudia Mitchell kept to her passion and purpose even as her body was failing. To the end, Claudia Mitchell - Washington Town Council member, president of the Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community, and tireless volunteer - cared about Rappahannock. Claudia, 60, Rappahannock News’ 2008 Citizen of the Year, passed away peacefully in her sleep with her friend, Jay Brown, at her side on Monday morning at Jackson House, an assisted living facility in Scrabble. “She was comfortable,” said Brown. Claudia told her long time friend, Ray Gooch, attorney and former towrr council member, that her father had been in the military and their family had traveled around the world. “She said it wasn’t until she came to Washington in 2000 that she felt a connection to a place,” said Gooch. “I guess that’s why she put her heart and soul, her spirit and strength, into Washington and Rappahannock,” he said. Two weeks before she died, looking wan and weakened by her long battle with cancer, there she was at the Board of Supervisors' meeting making sure she was on top of things. She smiled and waved as she left on the arms of her friends, Brow n and Kevin Adams, proprietors of the Gay Street Inn and fellow volunteers with RAAC. “She was determined to be at that meeting because they were going to discuss the former Ki Theatre building being transferred to RAAC," said Brown. At town council meetings in January, surely knowing that she was not long for this life, Claudia was there; arguing and advocating, taking part when most, if not all, would have long given way to exhaustion and defeat. See MITCHELL, Page A10 Richard Lykes Richard Lykes’ life lives on through his photos If memories are pictures of happy unguarded moments, of the mountains in clear spring air, hushed landscapes blanketed in virgin snow, tawny leaves in the gloaming fall forest, then photojournalist Richard Lykes left those in abundance. Richard, his identical twin brother Roy by his side, died at 8:15 yesterday morning in a Silver Spring, Md. nursing home. Three days before, they celebrated their 71 years together. “He’s going to be terribly missed," said Roy, “and I’m so happy I was wjth him at the moment.” Richard had “fought and fought and fought” for five grueling months after a heart operatiop»*to repair the outer lining of his heart^nduring set-backs and recovering, but each time a little more strength was sapped from his body, said Roy. “On Monday when I saw him, he was bright and cheerful,” said his close friend Fran Krebser, who had been keeping close tabs on him since he left for the hospital and surgery back in September. But by Tuesday his condition had worsened again, and Fran was told by his brother, Fred, that Richard had decided to have the respirator turned off. Richard confirmed to Fran by tapping on the phone. Richard had had hopes that after his heart operation last fall he would be back to his Rappahannock farm; Vista Hermosa, and his two beloved cats. Tom and Sawyer. While he has a house in Georgetown, D C., Richard spent most of his time at the farm. Richard was a stranger to no one lbchronicled virtually every social event in Rappahannock, not only for the Rappahannock News, but also for his book. “The Salons of Rappahannock " He was prolific in capturing the natural wonders of Rappahannock County. See LYKES, Page A10 RCHS wrestler Jeremy Diley takes second in state By Jeanne Spath Special to the Rappahannock News SALEM, Va. - A long hauLfor Rappahannock County High School senior Jeremy Diley found him at the Virginia High School Single A State Wrestling Tournament at the Salem Civic Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) " '■ * Center this weekend. His season record going into the tourney was 46-6 as he aimed for the 285pound heavyweight state title. Advancing to finals was no easy feat as he began Friday morning, top seed from Region B. He faced John Battle’s Matias Sorenson defeating him with a pin in 24 seconds. Diley’s second match was not as easy. He fell Washington and Lee’s Laine Alles in overtime 7:26. However, grappling with determination advanced him to the semi-final round where he faced Northampton’s T.W. Ward. With hips, heavy to counter. a potential takedown by Ward, . See DlLEY, Page A10 Photo courtesy Jeanne Spath NEAR FALL: Rappahannock's Jeremy Diley, left, advances to final round competition with a 8-2 win over Northampton's T.W. Ward at the Virginia High School Wrestling State Championship in Salem, Va. Rappahannock schools seek $2 million in stimulus money By Stephen Dareing Rappahannock New* Staff Writer The ink is hardly dry on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (the stimulus bill) - which President Obama signed into law last week - and already there are thousands of suggestions on how to spend the $787 billion in federal money. To that effect, Rappahannock County Schools Superintendent Dr. Bob Chappell Monday submitted a request for $2 million to the Stimulus.Virginia.Gov Web site set up by Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine on Feb. 10 to invite proposals as to how Virginia’s share should be spent. Chappell’s wish list is for mostly building upgrades which had been cut from the proposed budget Chappell submitted to the School Board at its Feb. 10 meeting. Primary among these is a new roof for the elementary school (estimated at $530,000), and replacing window AC units at the high school <an estimated $646,000.) Other upgrades include See STIMULUS, Page A10

Rappahannock Angus breeders recognized Randall Updike, Brooke and Ann Miller, J. Newbill Miller, and J. Newbill Miller, Jr., all of Washington, Va. each own a bull listed in the spring 2009 Sire Evaluation Report published by the American Angus Association in Saint Joseph, Mo. HOW TO EASILY CONTAC1 Rappahannock New! The Rappahannock News is in its 131st year as Rappahannock County's newspaper of record and primary source of locaJ news and advertising. If you have any story ideas or comments on stones, please let us know. We want to hear from you. Phone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 Address: 249 Main Street, PO Box 59. Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Hours: Weekdays. 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. with 24-hour answering service Internet address: www.rappnews.com Who to Contact Administrative Matters General Manager: Pam Symington. (540' 351-1166. psymington@timespapers.com Business Manager: Canna Richard-Wheat. 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A taste of what Rappahannock has to offer Is shown to officials Officials with the Virginia Tourism Corporation got a little taste of Rappahannock and the Town of Washington prior to their day long work session on Tuesday put on for local tourism and hospitality businesses. A reception was held on Monday evening at the Caufield Gallery in Washington - with local wines and cheese - followed by a dinner at the Griffin Tavern in Flint Hill. uvemight accommodations were provided by several area bed and breakfasts, including Foster Harris House, Gay Street Inn, Hopkins Ordinary and Middleton Inn. This was all a part of getting to know the “product” VTC officials will be selling to draw more tourists to Rappahannock County according to VTC President and CEO Alisa Bailey who stayed at the Middleton Inn along with other of her staff. Community loss I was saddened to learn that town resident Claudia Mitchell had passed away Monday morning, Feb. 23. On my afternoon walks in the spring and summer months, I would often see her weeding and watering the barrels of flowers in the town. Washington Jan Clatterbuck 675-3338 |jclattert>uck@ timespapers.com She was a friend to many. Her smiling face will be missed. But. if we listen with our hearts, we can hear all of her love around us soft and clean We know that Claudia’s spirit will always be with us. Winter gardening Would you like to pick and eat your own vegetables even in winter? If you prefer eating your own produce as much as possible, have a wish to become a few degrees more self-sufficient or love gardening so much you don’t like to stop in cold weather, just keep reading. On Saturday, March 14, from 1-4 p.m. Donna LaPre is giving a class on Fodderstack Road. The class will be loaded with information on cold-season growing: plants to choose; timing; techniques for seed starting; materials, structures and siting and what to expect. A 20’x48’ hoophouse will be the main focus. Temporary low tunnels and cold frames in the “outdoor” gar Rappahannock News Staff Photo Jan Clatterbuck YUMMY SCONES: Officials of the Virginia Tourism Corporation, who were overnight guests at the Middleton Inn, gather in the inn’s dining room for breakfast Tuesday. From left, Julia Scott, promotions manager, Joni Johnson, national sales manager, Jerry Goebel, Middleton's breakfast chef, Carol Torricelli, director of sales and Alisa Bailey, president and CEO. den will also be looked at as possibilities- and their limitations discussed. Give Donna a call at 675-2365 or email dopray@earthlink.net for more information. Thanks from RNB Rappahannock National Bank would like to thank all those who came in and filled out thank you cards for the troops. They had over 55 cards that were sent to our men and women overseas. They also received a $25 donation for the United Service Organization. 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I want her to know that I have written her name in my heart and she is now my friend for life! I really love the many ways that scouting has helped me to get to know my county and the wonderful people who live in it.” Castleton Theatre concerts On March 1 at 4 p.m., the Mandelring Quartet, an award-winning German string quartet consisting of three siblings - Sebastian and Nanette Schmidt on violins and Bernhard Schmidt on violoncello - and Roland Castleton Rose Reed 987-8005 reedhaven 143@aol.com Glassl on viola, will perform Haydn’s String Quartet in D major. Op. 71, No. 2, Shostakovich’s String Quartet No. 9 and Mendelssohn’s String Quartet in E minor, Op. 44, No. 2 (in honor of his 200th birthday year). Sunday. March 15 at 4 p.m„ the pace changes when Kinobe (pronounced: CHINO-BE’)and Soul Beat Africa perform traditional music of Uganda and East Africa as part of their first American tour. 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Editorial & Opinion -Eappafjannock iictosEs:ao sneo1877 A- looeoendem Newsoaoer s^eo Every Thursday Arthur W. Arundel, Publisher Mary Ann Kuhn, Editor Peter W. Arundel, President Bill Walsh. Executive Editor Jan Clatterbuck, Office Manager Editorial Assistant To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $2" a year m RaDbanannoc* County $27 a’ year elsewhere m the United S‘a*es Back Copies: Recent 2 montns. 50 cents Oder cooes to i960, $5 as available) Office: 249 Man Sheer Washington. Va Mailing address: PO Bo< 59 Washington. Va 22747-Q059 Telephone (540) 675-3333 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: mkuhrvo-1imespapers.com Hours: 8 30 a”’ :o5 p.m.. Mondav-Fnday - CAC Member. Ajd-t Bureau of C rcua: cns www.rappnews.com Rose-Colored Glasses In recent weeks, editors and reporters from the Times Community Newspapers family of weekly papers have met in Warrenton with all four candidates for governor — Democrats state Sen. R. Creigh Deeds, Brian Moran and Terry McAuliffe and the lone GOP entry. Attorney General Bob McDonnell. These are four intelligent, articulate people, wellversed in Virginia politics and brimming with ideas for their anticipated stay in the Richmond mansion. Sad to say, they all failed the litmus test. Over the course of four separate interviews, we gave these candidates a chance to outline their plans, all of which assume that late this year, certainly no further out than early 2010, the economy will bounce back, bringing happy days back here again. And if they don’t? Alas, there apparently are no Plan Bs. Perhaps we are more inclined, as critics of newspapers in general frequently allege, to see the glass as half empty, but the vast majority of things we are reading and seeing these days aren’t nearly as rosy as the platforms being constructed by our four gubernatorial candidates. The mortgage crisis isn't waning. On the contrary, with millions of pay-option notes resetting over the next two or three years, we likely haven’t yet even reached the halfway point of housing’s travails, according to some economists. Job losses certainly haven’t slowed, and worse, show no signs of slowing. Consumers have battened down, business is stagnant, banks don t have money to lend and apparently wouldn t lend it even if they did. States are struggling with tumbling tax revenues. Our own is wrestling with a budget shortfall in excess of $3 billion, perhaps, before all is said and done, $4 billion. Yet to hear these chief executive wannabes, all will soon be well. To a man. they are unwilling to discuss what they would do if all. instead, is ailing a year or two hence. Our guess is that politicians think that their looking on the dark side — even if it’s reality — doesn’t sit well with voters. Perhaps they’re right. Sadly, this is not the kind of leadership we need going forward. We’re likely not going to be back in high cotton a year or two down the road. Pretending' otherwise isn’t going to help it grow. STIMULUS M/K1MUS Letters ‘I would urge the board to not purchase this property’ Let me thank the citizens that spoke against the purchase of the Washington Arts Building for their service to the taxpayers of Rappahannock County at the recent special Board of Supervisors meeting. There are a host of reasons that this building should not be purchased. First, as our president has informed us on numerous occasions we face an economic catastrophe, at least as threatening as the Great Depression. Given that it would be prudent to shelter-in-place until the storm passes, that would include not purchasing this property as well as not building anything on the land owned by the county. Second, the last assessment process resulted in properties that were over assessed almost immediately; followed by real estate advertisements noting “for sale under assessment" with one property near us dropping the sale price to 75 percent of the assessment until it went off the market. Third, it appears that the county is the only possible buyer and that the county need not purchase the building. Economists refer to that as monopsony or buyer power which I believe is well exemplified bv the comment," I do not think it would sell.. .may go into foreclosure...get it for $600,000-$700,000.’ In this economic climate I personally would be surprised if it sold for that. It is unfortunate that the meeting is reported to have been very contentious. But, it is difficult to understand why this purchase is even being considered at this time. Finally. I suspect that our economy will worsen before it gets better and I believe that it would be better if there were a level of trust in government that appears to be at risk. For that reason I would urge the board to not purchase this property and more importantly not do it without any further public hearings. Kevin F. McCrohan Amissville Goodbye Claudia I received a call Monday from my friend Veronica Benson informing me that our friend Claudia Mitchell passed away this morning after a prolonged battle with cancer. Claudia's enormous contributions to Rappahannock County, and the Town of Washington in particular, recently were recognized by the Rappahannock News • Jan. 1 edition). She had just been selected as our 2008 Citizen of the Year. 1 am so very thankful that this recognition preceded her death; it brought a grateful and humbled smile to her face. Claudia fought her battle with cancer with hope, resolve, dignity, and. in the end, acceptance. Would that we could all face such a challenge with such grace. Her numerous chemotherapy treatments took away her lovely, trademark, snow-white locks. This did not detract from the inner-strength and beauty radiating from her eyes. Occasionally she would venture out in a wig of one color or another, the most memorable being a bright scarlet doo. She visited me in my office on one such day. When I hugged her and said, “Claudia! You look fabulous!," she looked at me in an amused sort of way and, with a sparkle in her eyes, replied, “OH! I’m not Claudia, silly man! I'm Amber, the Sex Goddess of Little Washington!” We laughed. Thank you Claudia. I will miss you. Howie Swaim Washington Contra Dance, a joyous success I would like to extend thanks to the Rappahannock community for a wonderful evening of dancing and fellowship on Feb. 6 at The Link. It was a joy to learn so many fun dances and to share the experience with nearly 80 enthusiastic participants of all ages. So many of you have expressed a desire to hold another contra dance that I envision arranging another one very soon. I can’t wait! Kendra Hendren Castleton Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 40 YEARS AGO March 6, 1969 Rappahannock’s Bobby Settle has been named a member of the District 10 All Star Basketball Team. Settle led the Panthers in scoring, average and free throw percentage. His 18.5 average was third in the district. Assistant County Agent, Agriculture, Lee Brumback has adjusted readily to his new position and duties in Rappahannock County. He received a soil sample from Gordon Thornhill of Boston. Mr. Brumback will be working with the young people in 4-H projects and will spend two weeks here and two weeks in Warren County where he is also assistant agent. Recent new and renewing subscribers to the Rappahannock News which are acknowledged with appreciation are Stanley Magee, Grover M. Huff, Mrs. B. B. Williams, Miss Lucy Estes, Mrs. R E. Patzing, John Affleck, Mrs. Wade Pullen. 25 YEARS AGO February 23, 1984 “We don’t do anybody any favors by allowing them to do it (build structures with drainfieids in a flood plaint. Actually, we’re doing them a favor if we don’t allow it,” said commissioner Newbill Miller as the Rappahannock Planning Commission wrestled with another request for flood plain construction at last Wednesday’s meeting. Hut as the discussion progressed, the commissioners learned that the flood plain restriction is only one of the problems Rev. John Burke faces with his application for an addition to the Gid Brown Bible Church. Uncertainty over a “grant anticipation” financing plan and lack of word on final award of the $1.5 million grant for construction of the Sperryville sewer system prompted the Water and Sewer Authority to shorten its agenda at Monday night’s meeting. “As of Friday, we’ve received no word on the grant. We’re still hanging in there,” reported Chairman Bob Dennis, in reference to notification of formal grant award expected at any time from the Environmental Protection Agency. Hard surfaced roads in the hollows below the Blue Hidge sustained almost as much damage as graveled roads. Flood waters lifted chunks of asphalt, leaving gaping holes that won’t be completely repaired until spring. After the waters subsided, highway crews were out inspecting the damage left by the seven inches of rain that fell last Tuesday. Willie Ryan, bridge crew supervisor for the Fauquier/Rappahannock residency, checked the road in Beahm Hollow after gullies carved by the flood stopped his four-wheel drive International truck, the department’s “drift buster.” 10 YEARS AGO February 24,1999 The November election could change the local political situation with 15 positions on the slate—all of the county's constitutional offices, the school board and Board of Supervisors. All of the incumbents said they would run again, except Hampton supervisor Mike Massie and school board member Bryant Lee. School board member Rosa Crocker could not be reached for comment. School board members Aileen Johnson and John Tole, as well as supervisor Ron Frazier, all said they would probably run again unless strong candidates whom they would support came forward. Joann and Frank Berta of Castleton have given birth to an enterprise, “Berta Babies," that may help them to realize their dreams. Frank gets up early each day and crafts the dolls’ wooden frames. The frame Frank constructs is what makes the dolls so lifelike since their faces are obscured by hats, hair, and scarves. Every doll is different. Berta babies are available in a variety of adorable poses. Andrew Burke went on the winter camporee at Stoney Creek in Edinburg from Friday evening until Sunday. Andrew is involved in Troop 200 boy Scouts of Flint Hill. Other boys and adults went as well. They all had a great weekend. Compiled by Jan Clatterbuck

‘I am an American first and then compliment that with religion’ The piedmont fiddles as the economy bums. Thank you RappNews for the recent philosophical discourse. As I understand, this country was founded by Enlightenment thinking individuals who accurately realized that truth is rela tive to the religious precepts of affected individuals. For example, Thomas Jefferson did not believe in ‘Do your own thinking’ I would like to respond to the recent letters to the editor concerning religion. If someone chooses to believe that our final destination is to become worm-food, I would not try to convince them otherwise. But for those who haven’t already decided in favor of this grim conclusion, there is something else you can do. And that is to do your own thinking. Don’t let anyone else do your thinking for you, be it Thomas Jefferson or George Clooney or anyone. It’s important to ask the right questions. The artist Paul Gauguin proposed three questions, and we could ask ourselves the same questions. They are: “Where did we come from? Why are we here? Where are you going?" Ask these questions, and try to understand the experiences you’ve had in vour life, and you won’t need anyone else to do your thinking for you. Frank Stockton SperryviUe ‘I never claimed the U.S. is a theocracy’ Isn’t it wonderful that we can have the sort of lively debate we have seen over the past few weeks in the Rappahannock News. I thank God we live in a country that w'as founded on principles ensuring our right to express our feelings and beliefs. I respect those who have voiced their opinions. After reading Mr. Ben Jones' antagonistic letter, I realize that having a debate with him is an impossible venture. He has shown himself unwilling or unable to follow opposing logic. I never claimed the U.S. is a theocracy. I clearly stated that this is a Christian Nation because we the people are Christian, NOT because the government says we are. That is a huge distinction that Mr. Jones chooses to misrepresent. I thought it a reasonable assumption given Mr. Jones’ recent run for Congress he actually wanted the job. Perhaps losing two political contests in an attempt to regain a seat in Congress has changed his mind. Mr. Jones says he has no problem with my religious beliefs, but that he differs with my “political and philosophical commingling.” That IS my religious belief he's talking about. As far as political views and philosophical approach goes, I think the outcomes of his political contests speak for majority opinion. Regarding last week's letter from Mr. Rowe, I would certainly love to debate him on his views over a cold brew while sitting on the back deck. His letter was well written and intelligent, expressing his views compared to mine. He did not at any time attack me personally or attempt to deny the validity of my own beliefs. THAT is tolerance! Oh, if only everyone could understand that point. And that, my friends, brings us back to where we started this conversation weeks ago. Carl Ebom Boston Religious Notes Macedonia Baptist Church, Flint Hill, invites everyone to its Annual Black History Celebration Town & County Meetings • The Town of Washington's Planning Commission will meet on Monday, March 2 at 7:30 p.m.. at Town Hall to review the proposed sewer ordinance. • On Monday, March 2 the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors will meet at 2 p. m. at the Rappahannock County courthouse on Gay Street. There will be no 7 p.m. meeting. Topics on the agenda include: updates on the 800 mHz radio system. Scrabble School, the landfill closure project, and property acquisition (Kramer, etc.). • On Thursday. March 5 the Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County courthouse on Gay Street. on Sunday, Feb. 28 at 4 p.m. Guest singers will be the Thessalonians Male Chorus and the TBC Praise Ministry of Thessalonian Baptist Church, Fort Union, Va. The celebration is sponsored by the Macedonia Gospel Chorus. Reynold’s Memorial Baptist Church, Sperryville, is having a huge yard and bake sale on Friday, March 27, and Saturday, March 28. While cleaning out your closets, attics, garages and basements, please set aside some items for donation. All proceeds will go to the church's Woman’s Mission. If you need help with pick up, call the church at 540987-9101. If your cleaning is already done, then just come! Mark your calendars and come and find that special something you can't do without. | Piedmont. 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Training will take place at Hospice’s offices, 1200 Sunset Lane, Culpeper beginning Feb. 28 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. No prior experience is required and the program is free. Patient families live in Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock counties. Contact Ruth Pavlik, Director of Volunteer Services, at 540825-4840 to sign up prior to the beginning of class. March h Soap Box Derby The Piedmont Area Soap Box Derby will host Rappahannock County drivers and families Sunday, March 1 from 1 to 3 p.m., at the Sperryville Fire Hall. Information will be provided on how to get involved, sponsor a car/driver, or just witness the excitement of the youth already involved. There will be a special presentation of a new soap box derby car to the Rappahannock County Sheriff s Department for its First Night Warrenton 2008 A Community Celebration of the Arts A cozy New Year's Eve indoors Bluemont thanks all who helped make First Night Warrenton 2008 a great success! More than 700 Fauquier friends, neighbors and visitors enjoyed a wide variety of over 45 performances at 12 indoor locations in downtown Warrenton between jpm and 12 midnight. Please join us in thanking our sponsors, volunteers and supporters below... Our Partners Town of Warrenton Fauquier CADRE Fauquier County Ben Gravett Enterprises Roger and Ann Martella Malcolm & Priscilla Alls Times Community Newspapers Our Sponsors Airlie Foundation .Allergy & .Asthma Specialists of Greater Washington Fauquier Health System Lawrence J. Finkel, M.D. Discover)- Publications Middleburg Bank DRH Design Group Salvatrice Deluca Our Patrons and Friends Skuvorld Am at ion Alfred Griffin .Ir., DDS Bohler Engineering. P.C. Wegmans Food Markets BB&T Bank C'arr& H\de, I nc Orest Hill Antiques. 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Shavna Winkel, Michael W inters site hosts NAME Boy Scout Troops 600 and 161 and American Red Cross Warrenton Contact us at (540)338-4640, or visit at vvww bluemont.org. Apologies to any friends we may have inadvertently overlooked. First Night Warrenton is a Bluemont community project. Visit www.rappnsws.com for more upcoming events participation in the 2009 derby in Culpeper on June 20. Parents and prospective drivers are encouraged to attend. For details contact Frankie Gilmore 540-272-1848. March 1: Women’s History On March 1 at 4 p.m., at the Rappahannock County Library, the Rappahannock Historical Society will present a program by Nanette Butler Roberts presenting the stories of three strong, intelligent and amazing African American women. This program coincides with both Black History Month and Women’s History Month. Nanette was bom, raised and educated in Rappahannock County and continues to contribute her energies to this community. Please join us for a program not to be missed. Refreshments will be served. A $5 donation would be appreciated. March 3: Plants Master gardeners Jack and Sally Price will give a presentation on “Common Invasive Plants for Local Gardeners" at the Rappahannock County Library at 6:45 p.m. Learn what invasive plants are, why certain plants are considered invasive, how they spread, what to do about them, and good alternative plantings. No reservations required. Free. Snow date-March 10. March 3: Democrats The Rappahannock County Democratic Committee will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 3 at The Link at 7 p.m. The doors will open at 6:45 p.m. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome. For more information contact Ray Boc at 540-987-9706 or eraymond.boc@att.net. March 3-April 7: Counseling Hospice of the Rapidan is offering a free six-week Coping with Grief -? Spring Support Group on Tuesdays beginning March 3, through April 7. Topics will include concerns of people who have recently tost a family member, loved one or dose friend. The group will meet at the Warrenton-Fauquier Visitor Center, 33 North Calhoun St., from 2-3 p.m. Reservations are appreciated but not necessary. Contact is Craig Wilt at 540-825-4840. March 4: Free Clinic Rappahannock Free Clinic is open on March 4 and March 18 at the Rappahannock County Health Department on Main Street in Washington. For more information call the Fauquier Free Clinic at 540-347-0394. March 4: Belly Dance The next session of weekly Synergy Belly Dance classes with Charmaine and Virginie Audrain will run four weeks (March 4,11,18, 25) from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Mountainside Physical Therapy, 12625 Lee Hwy. The cost is $60 for the session or $17 for drop-in single classes; $10 students. 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Virginia Tourism Corporation is passionate about Rappahannock By Stephen Dareing Rappahannock News Staff Writer When was the last time a CEO of a corporation or the head of a state agency came to tell you how much they loved you and what you were doing? That is precisely what happened on Tuesday when Alisa Bailey, president and CEO of the Virginia Tourism Corporation (essentially the state’s tourism board) and her staff of marketing professionals came to get a taste of what Rappahannock had to offer tourists they are luring to the state. They also came to explain about all the resources they had to offer, from marketing and advertising, to grant writing and sponsorship, to their Web site. The theme of Virginia tourism today is “Live Passionately, Virginia is for Lovers” and certainly, every VTC representative at the event exuded that passion. Simply talking to them was a boost to moral. Word spread quickly about what the VTC was calling their “Help Desk” set up at The Link in Sperryville on Tuesday. Drop whatever you are doing right this minute and go over to The Link in Sperryville,” wrote Beverly Hunter on Rappnet, a community email list service. The excitement was palpable as county businesses met with about half the corporate staff of the VTC at the event coordinated by the county’s tourism director, Laura Overstreet. At first, no one really had a clear idea what this was all about, but the passion and enthusiasm of Bailey’s staff quickly caught on. Many who came did not know about the information and resources that were available to them through the VTC. Last year, the county set aside $50,000 to promote tourism in Rappahannock County. Overstreet was hired as a part-time consultant to promote the county. On March 1, the county will launch a new tourism Web site, and a new farm tour is in the works. But Tuesday’s event was the first outward sip that state tourism officials, at least, are starting to take a much greater interest in Rappahannock. Bailey said a goal of the VTC is to increase partnerships with communities across Virginia. “There are lots of free services that tell you all you need to do to market wisely,” she said. “Our team (VTC) has some of the best and brightest in marketing. “What’s good about this region,” she said explaining the virtues of Rappahannock and the surrounding piedmont region is that, “it is a quintessential destination for high end travelers” or what has been referred to as the “wine and cheese set” or as she prefers, “the Ralph Lauren set.” But a common refrain at the meeting - and at a reception and dinner the previous evening - was to attract more tourists but not overdo it. “You don’t want to kill the goose that laid the golden egg,” as Bailey puts it. Or as Bob Anderson — chairman of the Board of Supervisors - bluntly put it in genuine country fashion: “Come to Rappahannock, spend your money, then leave.” But beggars can’t be choosers in this economy, and most county businesses were happy to come away with new resources to help them attract mom visitors. Sheri Fickel, who with her husband Kevin Kraditor run the Hopkins Ordinary in Sperryville, said the event was "Very well put on and very informative.” “Just learning about what they have available in terms of advertising” is a big value to their bed and breakfast, she said. Molly Peterson, a photographer, and her husband spent two and a half hours at The Link. “They had so much information and enthusiasm about helping us,” she said. Sylvie Rowand runs her own catering and gardening business just outside of Washington and got herself listed on the Virginia tourism Web site (www.Virginia.org) - See of charge. “This was a wonderful workshop,” she said and she “picked up lots of ideas and made lots of good contacts.” Tables were set up for each of the VTC programs available to tourism businesses with representatives at each available to sit and talk to business owners one on one. 1 here were representatives from: electronic marketing; Welcome Centers; Virginia Travel Guide; advertising; grants and tourism development; public relations; heritage tourism; group, meetings and sports; marketing education; research; Canadian and international markets; promotion and sweepstakes; film office; and partnerships and outreach. Overstreet said simply: “This is empowering for our businesses,” speaking of all the resources available to them. “I wanted the VTC to come here and see Rappahannock County and experience it firsthand,” said Overstreet. And to all intents, the impression will be lasting. That’s exactly why the VTC holds these sessions, said Bailey. TOURISM: Alisa Bailey, left, president and CEO of the Virginia Tourism Corporation, Laura Overstreet, tourism consultant for Rappahannock County, and Wirt Confroy, Partnership Marketing and Outreach Director for VTC, show off the VTCs 2009 marketing slogan, “Live Passionately. Virginia is for Lovers” at Tuesday’s tourism workshop at The Link. Inspiring Tfwngfits by Randy Minter THE COMFORT OF FAMILIAR SURROUNDINGS A great many individuals with terminal illnesses have indicated an aversion to dying in an unfamiliar hospital room. 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Please contact us at (540) 347-3431. whenever you need us. We will provide you with a tour of our facility, conveniently located at 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. No detail is too large or too small for us to handle. Quote: "To he free is to have achieved your life." Tennessee Williams Lundin, Kyle P (age 85) Of Vienna Virginia ami Sperryville, Virginia died on Tuesday. i February 17, 2009 Beloved wile of John A 'Jack Lundin, mother of ; Erick Lundin, James Lundin, Robert Lundin and Susan Lundin Ose; | sister of Bryce P Kilby, step sister ot Mary Olson and grandmother of Pamela Lundin, Timothy Lundin. Dawd Lundin and Karen Lundin Memorial services will be held a! Vienna Presbyterian Church, 124 Park Street, NE, Vienna, Virginia on Saturday March 14 at 10:00 A M Mrs Lundin was a long ume member of the Rappahannock Historical Society Interment Acacia Park Cemeter>, St Paul. MS Memorial eontnbutioris may he made to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. PO i Box 2710b, NY. NY 10087-7106 or the Rappahannock Historical j Society, 328 Cay Street. Washington, V A 22747 Please new and sign die guest booh at monevandking com Clyde Russell Scoville Feb. 17, 1940 - Feb. 16. 2009 Clyde Russell Scoville, Transit Specialist for the U.S. Department of Transportation for 30 years, died February 16 at his home in Flint Hill, Rappahannock County, one day short of his 70th birthday. He had multiple myeloma. Russ was bom in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he received an undergraduate degree in Geography from the University of Utah in 1961 and an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 1970. He served in the Utah Air National Guard. He was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ethiopia from 1962-4, and then took a 14,000 mile round trip from Ethiopia to South Africa on his BMW motorcycle. He returned to Ethiopia as an Associate Director in 1966-8, immediately after his marriage to Polly Rightmire. He worked for the Urban Mass Transit Administration of the Department of Transportation from 1971-2001, including one year in Puerto Rico as a special advisor to the Secretary of Transportation in Public Works. He commuted by bicycle to work in D C. from his home in Alexandria for 30 years. Most of that time he lived on a mini-farm where he and his family raised dairy goats and other farm animals. He retired in 2000 and moved the next year to a timber frame home he helped design in Flint Hill by the Blue Ridge mountains. There he edited two books written by local author, James Russell, built stone walls around his house, learned to cane chairs, and enjoyed the friendly Rappahannock County community. He is survived by four brothers and two sisters, his wife of 42 years, Polly Rightmire Scoville, daughters Becky Timothy (Darren), Jen Babcock (John), sons Chris (Elizabeth) and Ben (Stephanie), and thirteen grandchildren. He was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Front Royal, where a memorial •ervice was held on February 21. Elinor Marion Perez January 23, 1915 - February 15, 2009 Elinor M. Perez, 94, was mot and welcomed into Heaven by her beloved grandson, Dylan Matthew Corbin on Sunday, February 15, 2009 at Culpeper Regional Hospital, She was bom on January 23, 1915 in Columbus, Ohio. She graduated from The Ohio State Umv. with a Bachelors Degree in Business and Psychology and received her Masters in International Relations and Affairs from American University. She moved later moved to Washington, DC, then to Falls Church and later to Reston, Virginia where she and her daughter were the proud 499 and 500 residents of that new town in 1966. While living in Reston, she was instrumental in helping to establish the Reston Commuter Bus system and to help build the Reston Community Center. She retired from the CIA- Central Intelligence Agency after 25 years, working as an editor and writer during her career, prior to that she worked for The State Department, another government agency. She sold real estate for Long and Foster. She was a lifelong learner. one was a memDer ot her beloved F. I'. Valley Baptist Church and was a supportive member of the Republican Party. She enjoyed playing bridge and was a member of her local Bridge Club. She loved her family and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to playing bridge, she loved reading, especially the bible, her bible study club, flowers and birds. She is survived by her daughter Diana Corbin and her husband Don of Slate Mills, her oldest sister, Margaret Haney her grandchildren, Zachary C. Corbin, Ashley L. Corbin! Nathaniel D. Corbin, and Kara G. Corbin, her great grandchildren, Kvle Dylan Matthew Corbin and Ella M. Corbin, her faithful and beloved dog, Cubbv and her caregiver Crystal Self. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, David Marion, her sister, Dorothy McNamara, her husband Joseph A. Perez and her beloved grandson, Dylan M. Corbin. The family received friends for a time of celebrating Mrs Perezs life on Friday, February 20, 2009 and a Celebration of Life ceremony was on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at FT Valley Baptist Church (on Rt. 707, Slate Mills Rd>. Mrs. Perez chose the gift of donating her body to science for further medical research. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Dylan Corbin Memorial Scholarship Fund, do Rappahannock County High School, Attn: Gail Czekiy, 12576 Lee Hwy Washington, VA.,22747 An online guestbook is available at tvww.foundandsons.com. Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is handling the arrangements. Warren Memorial Hospital WELCOMES Hr. 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Mitchell From Page A1 “Claudia is a force of nature,” fellow town council member John Sullivan once remarked. And while she was a bold and persevering person, as friends describe her, she had a great sense of fun. Always, she would say goodbye to telephone callers with “Toodles.” Claudia first moved to the county 20 years ago from Shirlington, Va. She lived in Flint Hill until a job transfer took her to Richmond where she lived until she returned to Washington in 2000. This was her home. Claudia was employed as a lighting design consultant for the French firm. Rexel, based out of Warrenton. Rexel purchased the old Branch Electric stores. “Claudia had done the lighting for almost every house built in Rappahannock for the past 10 years as well as all over the area,” said Gooch. Claudia was born Dec. 30, 1948 in Battle Creek, Mich. She is survived by two brothers, Steven Crawford, of Bend, Oregon and Michael Crawford of Issaquah, Washington and one sister, Patricia Dennis of Columbus, Georgia. Both parents are deceased. There will be a service celebrating her life in the spring on top of Red Oak Mountain when the redbud and dogwood are in flower, according to Gooch. A notice will appear in the newspaper. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community (RAAC) to be used for the specific purpose for its Arts Fund Initiative. The address is: P.O. Box 24, Washington, Va. 22747. Lykes From Page A1 Richard had a strong will to live and friends jokingly commented about how conventional weapons, or medicine, seemed incapable of killing him. Richard did not know that his friend Claudia Mitchell had died this week, the family said. Richard and Roy grew up in Laredo, Texas on the border of Mexico just across the Rio Grande River. They spoke Spanish as well as English, and Richard came to admire much of Spanish life and culture. After graduating from George Washington University in 1960, Richard then spent two years in Argentina earning an international law degree. One night, his brother relates, he was stopped by Juan Peron’s police, and Richard’s Spanish was so fluent, the police refused to 5 SNEAD LANE SPERRYVILLE.VA Charming stone cape cod style home in Spemyville on 1 acre. Home backs to Thornton River Numerous ■’ice features including '-a'dwood floors throughout, built in book, cases, all stainless steel appliances, sun room, stone ‘ireptace. full basement, plus a 1600 sq ft garage, shop and storage building Building was once used as an antique store. Possible commerce uses Frontage on Rt.211 MLS#RP6634982 $499,500 call Sam Snead 540-987-9336 170 FOODERSTACK RD WASHINGTON. VA A George HawKins' built home. 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There is a nud, inderpTxjnd electnc, a well aid a A hdr drauihcld in place. The pn >perty is pcifoctiy pro ter ted by large farms .ind laixl in o«tsovahon casement $510,1100 believe he was American. Richard returned to the states and completed his Master’s in Government at GW in 1965. He spent his first career in international trade and law. Ten years ago, after another surgery and treatment (for which Roy gave a bone marrow transplant to save his brother), Richard retired to Rappahannock County. “He loved every moment he had out there,” said Roy. “He loved Rappahannock.” It was here that his real passion found release. Richard loved to take pictures, he found that he loved the art of photography. As slight and frail as he may have appeared, he was a cyclopean giant, one ^ye always stuck to his forehead I . ■ 1 ' . or hanging around his neck. With his beloved camera, he seemed intent on capturing as much of life as he possibly could. Richard was so brimming with life that it spilled over and into the cups of others. When others are gone, the name of Richard Lykes will still be whispered by those peering through the lens of his life to see what remarkable visions he saw as they look at a picture of his framed on some gallery wall. There was indeed pain and loss, not all was perfect. Richard’s “best friend” and partner of nearly 21 years. Buddy Darden, 55, a senior architect at the U.S. Bureau of Prisons in Washington, D.C. suddenly died last May 13. These past 10 years, said Roy, “were the 10 best years of his life.” Roy said he intends to donate Richard’s computer, which contains thousands of pictures taken by Richard, to the Rappahannock County Public Library. In addition to his identical twin brother, Roy Lykes Jr. of Silver Spring, Md., Richard is survived by his brother, Dr. Frederick Lykes of Victoria, Texas. Funeral arrangements will be private. There will be a memorial celebration for Richard’s many friends in Rappahannock County later this spring. Richard’s family summed up his death, paraphrasing an old hymn: “His fight is o’er, his battle won. Now his victory has begun.” ■1 Diley From Page A1 Diley gained the advantage with backpoints to put him ahead 5-0 in the second period. Ward’s only points came from escapes to end the match 8-2. As his advancement to finals began to sink in, Diley said, “I just can’t explain it,” giving a slight, nervous smile. That finals’ match found Diley facing a formidable opponent, Mathews’ Garrett Fosdyck. Fosdyck is the first Single A wrestler from the state to medal at the Cadet Nationals at Fargo, N.D. in Freestyle competition according to Intermat Wrestle’s Jason Bryant. Fosdyck’s yearround training earned him a 30-1 season record going into the state finals’ match with Diley. Diley held the first period scoreless and deferred his choice for starting position in the second period. Fosdyck scored on a reversal having chosen bottom position and within moments caught Diley in a headlock resulting in a 2:39 pin for Fosdyck. “He went further than we expected,” said Rappahannock coach Jamie Harris. “Taking second in the state, there is no shame in that.” A tired Diley credited conditioning and the help of his parents and coach for his wrestling success. For the season, Diley finished a school record 49-6 with a career mark of 103-36, also a school mark, said Harris. “To add to this, he pinned 35 opponents (school record) and he also holds the school record with an 8 second pinfall.” Diley was the 2008 Culpeper Duals champi on, 2009 Broad Run Spartan Slam Duals champion, 2009 Knights Invitational champion, 2009 Gladiator Duals champion, 2009 Bull Run champion, 2009 Region B champion, and finally 2009 Group A VHSL state runner up at heavyweight, according to Harris. “ The young man wrestled 55 matches this season, missing five due to illness. In the coaches’ opinion, this grueling schedule and our strenuous conditioning program (he averaged 10-15 miles per week) for a 265pound young man this is what helped prepare him for a run at the state title. “I hope that our younger wrestlers see what dedication that Jeremy put himself through this season,” said Harris, “and use that to help prepare them for next year.” Stimulus From Page A1 removing asbestos insulation, installing new ceiling insulation, replacing windows, and installing ceiling mounted projectors. All of these seem to be allowed under the act under “subtitle C” which allows for “school modernization, renovation and repair.” Chappell also sent emails to Virginia senators Mark Warner and Jim Webb and Seventh District MORE NEWS ONLINE... KappNews.com Congressman Eric Cantor seeking their help in petitioning Gov. Kaine for the money. The letter asks that each of them contact Gov. Kaine on behalf of Rappahannock County to ask him to seriously consider the requests made by Chappell on the “stimulus site.” “Right now, our focus is on educating Virginians about the recovery plan and ensuring that funds are used in an efficient manner,” said Kimberly Hunter, spokesperson for Sen. Webb. “Sen. Warner is confident Gov. Kaine and his team will be working cooperatively with Dr. Chappell and other superintendents to make sure these one-time resources are spent wisely,” said Kevin Hall, spokesperson for Sen. Warner. Stacey Johnson, press secretary to Congressman Cantor, said they “would do their best” to get the congressman and Dr. Chappell on thtk phone this week. Not to put too fine a point on it, but nobody really knows exactly how the money will be spent. To be fair, the bill itself is over 600 pages long and contains endless cross references to previous legislation, and much of the spending is left to the discretion - with exceptions - of the various departments of the federal government. This process itself will produce still more documentation as each department writes the rules for the actual distribution of funds. The money will then be distributed to the states. Chappell, meanwhile, is also making a plea to the well connected in the county to “call your friends and ask them to support Rappahannock County.” That may just be precisely how this whole thing works. The governor will continue to receive requests at the stimulus Web site until March 6. 20 acres protected by surrounding properties in -- easement - NO DEVELOPMENT! Original house pre 1900. addition & 2nd story early 19Q0's. Stucco, 4 over 4 style, plaster walls, wood floors. Horse Farm or Winery? . Offered at $890,000 Original home dales to 1790. 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Property is well off the main road allowing for quiet privacy and intimate strolls to the River! $290,000 offered by Owner/Broker I MWWMI % APPAHANNOCK EAL ESTATE ESOURCES m_a a BUTCH ZINDEL, BROKER, C.RI, ABR huh.h@Tapprcaleitarc.com Huyer representation since 1 RUTH PURNELL, REALTOR ruthpurnrlllS'yahoo.com RappahannockRealEstateResources.com • 540.675.1190

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Times Community Newspapers will not accept liability for its failure, for any cause to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or setup Times Community Newspapers are not liable for the quality of advertised products or services. 001 Rent8,*~ Apartments V ) 2 BR, 1 BA apartment in Old Town Warrenton. $850/month. (540) 347-6774. FLETCHER RENTAL PROPERTIES 292 Broadview Ave 540-347-7055 » 1BR efficiency @ 550 mo. Warrenton, Utils incl. Owner Agent Ail homes owned & managed by us Furnished apt. Marshall quiet son srnkr. so pets $695 mo melds utils Country living ,540)364 3348. Rural Culpeper. tBR cottage. Best tor 1 per son. cats ok 2 mos sec dep $650 mo’ ,540 >54 7 3281 Warrenton-peacetul mtn side 1BR pvt ent w d 3mi to town. 7mi to 66 $850 mo. no smkq pets Dep & refs {540)347-0073 Washington. VA. Lg tBR i B A w fully equipped kit W D Re .Served prkjng No pets 340-675-3670 f N\ a«. Rentals — Houses V J 4BR, 2BA, From $199mo! Foreclosure. $22K‘ Stop renting1 Listings 800 720 1316. X2136 / N 029 Rentals — Houses V _/ Adorable 2BR, 2BA. guest house. $1300. mo melds Sat TV. Sumerduck Bealeton area Kelly ('03)4899882. Weicherl Realtors Bealeton area 3br. 2ba w' attached qarg 8 nice yard $1250/mo 540-222-3385 Brand New Luxury Condos 1 and 2 bedroom for lease or purchase W D included starting at $900 mo. Come in and make your deal. (540)439-9846 Broad Run, 3br SFH. 1 5Da new carpet paint n acs. easy to 166 $1200- mo - utils 540 347-9333 DC side ot Warenton. cozy 1BR. 1BA Kit. W D. 1 ac, $900 mo * sec dep Must see1 540-207-7341 Lg 3BR nouse on lovely Rappananoock farm. FP. porch gardens, WD $1300 mo . sec * utils Mrs Brown 540 837 2988 Markham VA, 4BR 3BA post 8 beam const 31 acs FP scrn porch decks magmficient yews $2500 mo 540-272 0200 One bedroom, eat m Kitchen. W D. wood floors in the village of Flint Hill $795 mo Owner Broker 540-6 75-1190 f > Open Houses !y Open House Sat 2/28 i 1-4p.m. I Sale $469,900* Rent $2,200 1 Minutes to Warrenton. Prestigious home in South Wales. Culpeper Co. 4000+ fin sqft, 3 ivis. 4+ bd 4 5 ba, kit w granite, mapie cabs & stainless, wd firs thru main, 1.4 ac fiat yrd w fence & more. Call to come see. Agents very welcome. 2226 Somerset Drive, Jeffersonton 22724 Call Diana 703-973-4259 f > Real Estate for Sale v:/ Town of Warrenton $179,000 Upgraded end unit townhouse. 3br. 3.5ba, approx. 1600 sqft. All Stainless Steel appliances. Granite Counters. Open floor plan, Wall to wall carpeting. Fully finished casement w wood burning fireplace, deck, patio MLS ID #FQ6981088 For more information or for showing contact the listing agent EE Wetchert Realtors Tammy Roop Weichert Realtors 67 West Lee Hwy, Warrenton 540-270-9409 OM Rentals — Houses v_ j Purcellviile (Bluemont). Immaculate. 2 BR. 1 BA in million $$$ area w' deck, sunroom Breathtaking view of valley a top the Blue Ridge Excel loc. 30 min to Dulles. No lawn care $ 1295/mo * SD Credit Check reqd 703-887-3121 Rappahannock: 1BR house w- yard. Rt 211 between Washington & Sperryville. Refs req d 1540)987-8350 Rappahannock, 2br, 2ba. CAC Ht. WD. scrn porch, country setting w babbling brooke. $900 m 540-219-8302 Rappahannock: Chester Gap 2BR. 2BA Farmhouse gas heat. W D hookup $750 Jean. 540-675-3670 Rixeyville, 4br. 2ba fin bmst wood stove Riverfront $950 mo 540-937 2117 Sperryville: Lovely 2BR, 2BA, kitchen dining area -wwood stove, living room w lovely rock fpl. CAC heat, nice yard i540'987-8582 THE MEADOW HOUSE Behind Great Meadow Race Course, The Plains, VA. 3BR. 1 5BA home with country kitchen All appliances neat pump & AC 2 year lease minimum $1300 mo Call Neil at 540-347-6C20 leave message Very large 2BR 2BA private & secluded mtn top apt $1200 mo Orlean area 1 2 ot house 540-229 9328 Washington, VA, Pied mont Ave 3BR $850 mo . utilities Pets und e r 10 lbs 2401375-1875 055 Rentals - Rooms ~\ J 1 BR w' shared ba on 2nd fir, $300 mo + shared utils, includes kit. laundry & hot tub priv. 540-270-0784 540-229-0215 Rentals— WO Shared Housktgj Amissville, bsmt 1 BR, private entrance, 1 BA, TV rm, shared kit, no smkg. S650-800 mo 540-937-3602 Reduced rent for Lg house in Warrenton. minor chores required (703)591 -5323 Room for rent. $350 mo + utilities Whole house amenities in Hume V A Victor 540 364-6024 077 Rentals — Townhouses 3BR, 1.5BA TH in Marshall excel cond. Avail Immed no pets, owner'agent 1703)753-1492 080 Rental* ~ Office »< V J Fauquier - 6* large offices. conference room, break room, 3 baths, DSL equipped ground floor w lots of parking $1950 month Olafsen Realty 540-347 1505 www olafsen.com Classified Ads Work Call 888-351-1660 ( 090 V_ \ Vacation — Rentals J BEACH VACATIONS with Village Realty www NagsHeadVaca tions.com or call 800.548 9688 & www. CorollaBeaches.com or call 877.546.5362. ( 135 'N Sales — Real Estate v_/ 4BR, 2BA, From $199/mo! Foreclosure, $22K! For Listings 800/720/1 31 6, X2137 Rare, lovely 1840s country Victorian. Orlean. VA renovated. new roof & firs, kit & BAs, 3BR. 2.5BA. 2 IRs. DR, wd burn FP. CAC. old style radiators. 1 4acs. barn Great B & B. Antq store. Aprs d S600K sell S525K. rent $1800 540-272-0200 Owner financing possible / \ 4 on Commercial 180 Rentals V___/ Commercial space, Old Town Warrenton, Culpeper St. Approx 15 0 0 s q ft. 540-347-6774 For all of your Employment needs call the Times Community Newspapers 888-351-1660 I V Legal Notices NOTICE OF JOINT PUBLIC HEARING AND INTENTION TO ADOPT AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A SEWER SERVICE DISTRICT BY THE TOWN OF WASHINGTON. VIRGINIA KINDLY TAKE NOTICE that the Town Council and Planning Commission of the Town of Washington, Virginia will hold a joint public hearing on the 11th day of March, 2009. beginning at 7:30 p m. at the Town Hall of Washington, Virginia to consider the adoption of an ordinance which provides, by way of summary, for the creation of a central sewer service district in accordance with the provisions of Section 15 2-2400 through 2413 of the Virginia Code for a portion of the Town of Washington which generally includes Mt, Salem Ave.. Gay Street, portions of Main Street, portions of Route 211..portions of Harris Hollow Road, as is more completely and accurately shown on a map of such proposed district on file with the ordinance as set forth below The name of the sewer service district shall be the “Town of Washington Sewer Service District"; the purpose of the district is to provide centralized waste water ana sewer collection ana treatment tor an users within the district. Connection for sewer service shall be mandatory within the service district for all users or structures which generate sewage. Sewer services shall be provided by constructing a collection system and water treatment plant both of which are now under construction and which are expected to be on line on or about January of 2010. The users of such services within the district benefit from the provision of central sewer service to eliminate pollution sources from failing or failed drainfields and water run off from existing drainfields from enhanced property values and other potential benefits as are more completely outlined in a copy of the proposed ordinance Users within the service district will be required to pay tap fees. Availability Assessments and user charges in accordance with a comprehensive sewer ordinance which will be considered by Town Council and the Planning Commission at the same time and place in a separate public hearing. A complete copy of the proposed ordinance and the map showing the boundaries of the service district are available at the town offices, the Circuit Court Clerk s Office and John McCarthy s Office during normal business hours. All are invited to attend the public hearing at the time and place aforesaid and present their views. The hearing is being held in a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any person with questions on the accessibility to the facility should qontact the Town Clerk by telephone at 540-675-3128. TOWN COUNCIL TOWN OF WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA John C Bennett Town Attorney / N 224 Firewood v__) AAA Firewood, 100% seasoned oaK $150 cord FREE delivery Leaf stump removal 540-547-4257 Hay for sale, vatiety of types, variety of prices. 540-364-1824 f 236 V_ Hay, Straw & Feed 'N J ORCHARD GRASS 1st cutting $3 bale 2 cutting $3 50 bale Round $30 bale. Woodstock Aft 6pm (5401459-4265 It took 5 YEARS to finally decide to buy a boat. In 5 Minutes, we can help you sell it. Times Classified 888-351-1660 ( ^ 240 Horses V_J f 240 Horses V J Saddle sale! 1 Crosb> Centennial close contact jumpingsaddle 17 5 seat, medium wide tree Front thigh block Used 10* - perfect condition Cos: $1995 new - will take$650 2 Albion dressage. 17 seat Medium wide tree Perfect condition. Cost $1500 new - will take $500 3 Smith and Worthington allpurpose 17 5 seat narrow tree Front and rear thigh blocks Perfect condition Cost $l500new - wiii take $500 Make otters - photos available (5401364 2929 WINTER SALE on riding lessons' Prepay ‘or 10 get one tree' Our instructors have 100years of professional exp. AH ages ■ from first-timers to rated showing Arena -endless trai' system $30 15401 364-2929 www HuntersRest net 254 Building Materials "N J Steel Buildings «t Recession discounted Some below cost to site Call for availability www scggrp com Source #12M 571-233 4659 C 'N Miscellaneous Wanted ) Looking for Sicilian Burro about 8 hands. Young Jack, not prone to founder. Leave message at 540-347-6020 Looking for Quiet Riding Horse Chestnut Gelding. 15.2 Hands. Cold blood, weii broken with a good mind. Leave message at 540-347-6020 ( "\ Legal Notices V _ J SALE DEPARMEM EAX iX47> 627-8X01 TRI STEE S SALE OE 3 ORANt;E Bl H ER LANE Woodville, VA 2274*> In execution ol a Deed ot I rust in the original principal amount ot I(KS.S^t t; with an annual interest rate ot 6 ’(WM)'< from CHARLES W HI I l.ER IR dated November 21. 2007, recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court tor the (Of NTS ()E RAP PAHASNfX'K as Deed Book lii'trument # 080000101. the undersigned appointed Sub stitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction on the front steps of the Circuit Court building for the Counts of Rappahannock located at 278 (las Street. Washington. Virginia on March 9. 2009 at 1 <0 PM the propern with improvements to wit LOT #10 IN THE PI \I Ol TUI I OWN OT WOODV1LLE. SAID PI AN HI INC TILED IN THE CLERK S OEEICE Ol I HE C IR CLII (Of R1 OT RAPPAHANNOCK COT MV \ 1RGINIA AND further described in the above Deed of Trust t Tax Map No 44 A [ t i THIS CO.MMTNIC ATION IS I ROM A DEB I COLLECTOR TERMS OE SALE ALL CASH \ bidder s deposit of $10,000.00 or 10‘S ot the sale price, whichever is lower, will be required in cash, certified or cashier s check. Settlement within fifteen tlAi days of sale otherwise Trustees may lorfeit deposit Additional terms to be announced at sale Loan type Conventional Trustee s File No 08-141 I 4sjD PROFESSIONAL FORECLOSl RE COR FOR ATION OT VIRGINIA Substitute Trustees. CTO SHAPIRO A Bl RSON LLP 23b CLEARFIELD AVENCE. SUIT 213. VIRGINIA BEACH. VA 2 ’>462 t737> 687-8777 2/26/09. 3/OS/lN 2406 ISO / >1 273 Pets V_) Boxer pups, females Fawn witn white mark' ings AKC regs with first Shots 540-272-7575 FAUQUIER SPCA LOST & FOUND PETS ADOPTIONS TOO! 540-788-9000 Visit our homepage at www.fauquierspca. com e-mail fspca@netzero. com tor a complete up to date listing GERM SHEP pups AKC 0’F A. shots 3MS900 2F$1100 Born 12 17 FarHy raised 'n W Loudoun 5403389056. Weimaraner, AKC, pups, wormed, shots rails & claws cut (804)539-1989 Classified Ads Work Call 888-351-1660 r~ \ 290 Found V _) Found cat, male, long grey hair. Found Warr e n t o n area. 540-349-0958 -N 294 GtvMwqf* V _J FREE TO GOOD HOME 2 med,'small- dogs Needs room to run. 540-635-7792 FREE TO GOOD HOME. Rescued cats Fixed & shots. (540)349-0944 f : r \ 298 Lost V . > Lost dog, neutered male, 22 lb poodle mix, dark grey, w/ electric fence collar. Marshall area. REWARD (540)364-3348 White hound dog. neutered male. 9+/- yrs old. tall, lean REWARD. 540-987-9005 ADS WORK Call 888-351-1660 r 385 Lawn/Garden V J Gardens tilled w Troy Horse Landscaping includes: clean-up, transplant, mulching & more 1540)987-8953 /400 AdojKJon ADOPTION Loving couple wishing to adopt an infant. Willing to pay legal and medical expenses Call Jackie and Jason collect at 703-243-6322 Loving Couple. Longing to share their hearts I home with a child. Legal expenses paid Doreen & Steven 877-290-4982 BUYING? SELLING? The Classifieds Have It! Call TODAY. 888-351-1660 or FAX 540-351-0121 Legal Notices NOTICE OF JOINT PUBLIC HEARING AND INTENTION TO ADOPT A COMPREHENSIVE SEWER ORDINANCE BY THE TOWN OF WASHINGTON. VIRGINIA KINDLY TAKE NOTICE that the Town Council and Planning Commission of the Town of Washington, Virginia will hold a joint oubiic hearing on the 11th day of March, 2009, beginning at 7:30 o.m at the Town Hall of Washington, Virginia to consider the adoption of a comprehensive sewer ordinance which provides, by way of summary, for the establishment of Availability Assessments and tap fees, the same being for structures and uses that existed as of January 1. 2009, $7,500.00 for each residential unit, except apartment units which shall be $3,750,00 per unit, and for nonresidentiai users, $7,500.00 for each equivalent EDU unit, an EDU oe ng the historical average monthly water usage divided by 6,000 gallons multiplied by a peak load factor of 1.4, or for restaurants 1 7, a User Assessment of $19.50 per month for each potential user whether connected or not, and if connected, for each up to 2.000 gallons per month of water usage, and $11.75 per thousand gallons thereafter, the establishment of the service district for Phase I of the sewer system, provision that every structure and user in the service district must connect to the system and pay the Availability Assessment and fees and the base monthly charge of $19.50 whether actually connecting to the system or not; establishing that an connection assessment and fees must be paid to the Town by res'dential users in five equal annual installments beginning October 1, 2009 and that non-residential users pay such Assessments ana tees in six annual installments beginning October 1 2009 and if any installment is not so paid a penalty of 10% and nte'est of '0% for each sjch installment which shall become liens against tne property of such person, a requirement that each user provide 220 volt power and a sewer connection to the grinder pump at the user s expense, that each user must provide an easement to the Town for installation of the grinder pump and access to such pump ‘or maintenance thereafier; a prohibition of discharge of storm water nto the system, provisions for pretreatment of waste water; report'ng requirements, requirements for waste water discharge oermit. provisions and prohibition as to the discharge of certain classes and types of substances, wastes and or hazardous wastes into the system, and provision of civil and criminal penalties for violation of provisions of the ordinance. The tap fees and Availability Assessments for structures and uses not existing on January 1. 2009 or for those who do not agree in writing and furnish sewer easements by April 1. 2009 to connect to the sewer system, shall oe $15.000 00 per unit or EDU The foregoing ordinance is a comprehensive waste water ordinance dealing with all aspects of connection and user costs and user responsibilities and restrictions. A complete copy of the proposed ordinance is available at the town ohices, the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office and John McCarthy s Office during normal business hours. Tne Town Council and Planning Commission will hold on the same date and time a public hearing to adopt a separate sewer service district ordinance establishing a service district for provision of sewe' services. Council has authority to impose these charges and fees by the provisions of Section 15.2 2400 through 2413 and by the provisions o‘ Sections 15 2-2109 through 2122 of the Virginia Code. An are invited to attend the public hearing at the time and place a‘oresaid and present their views. Tne hearing is bemg held in a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities Any person with questions on tne accessibility to the facility should contact the Town Clerk by telephone at 540-675-3128. TOWN COUNCIL TOWN OF WASHINGTON VIRGINIA John C Bennett Town Attorney Click. SAVE. Money Saving Grocery Coupons Online www.timescommunity.com/coupons

Assistant Park Manager/Seasonal Loudoun County Government Partes, Recreation, Community Services has an opening for seasonal Assistant Park Manager position at Franklin Park, Purcellville. Duties include assisting with the enforcement of park rules/ regulations, overseeing supervision of patrons/renters and daily facility management. Assists with development/implementation of the park program management plan, handles customer service concerns, assists with administrative duties, manages park staff in the absence of Manager & Assistant Park Manager. Work schedule varies; will include nights, weekends, holidays. Bachelors degree in Recreation, Leisure Services or related field and at least two years related experience; which must include some supervisory experience. Valid drivers' license required. DMV check. CPR and First Aid required. Criminal background check. (Hinng Range: $20.50-$28.19/hr) #09-S255*141 Closes: 3/5/2009. Visit our on-line employment center at www.loucloun.gov for additional information ana to apply. EOE. Healthcare Culpeper Health & Rehab Center New, Increased Staffing Levels! RN/LPN and CNAs All shifts Additional Opportunites: ADON RN with 5 yrs exp. in LTC Previous management exp. Staff Development Coordinator RN Responsible tor New Hire Orientation and staff education. Apply in Person: 602 Madison Road Culpeper VA 22701 Phone: 540-825-2884 Fax: 540-829-0238 sestes@mfa.net www.mfa.net EOE, V/D/M/F Drug Free Workplace BUYING? SELLING? Times Community Newspapers Classified Has It! Call TODAY. 888-351-1660 or FAX 540-351-0121 Oak Springs of Warrenton (xmprrhmsxvr Health Can Center Come Join A Winning Team at Oak Springs Of Warrenton. We Are Currently Celebrating Our 35th Anniversary. We have the following employment opportunities available ♦ FT CNA's 3-11 shift ♦ IT If FT Housekeeping ♦ FT & PT Floor Tech ♦ FT & FT LPN's & UN's We offer very competitive salaries. PTO & Health Insurance benefits, tuition assistance program, nursing attendance bonuses, job share program, Employee Recognition Program, Shift Differentials & Holiday Pay. Apply in person to: Tomar Ransom, Director of HR 614 Hastings Lane, Warrenton, VA, 20186 (540)347-4770 (540)349-2832 (Fax) EOE jM._ Full Time Employment v _._:_ Rappahannock County Public Schools HVAC / Maintenance Experience in HVAC / Maintenance required. Must hold* appropriate VA credentials and licenses. Current driver's license and clean driving record. Open until filled. Application available on website or at the School Board Office. Contact Becky Greer at 540-987-8773 beckygreer@rappahannock.k12. va.ua Superior Paving Corp. has an immediate opening for a full-time HR Coordinator. Candidate must have a minimum of 3-5 years experience in benefits & 401 (k) administration, employee relations, payroll and working knowledge/experience with FMLA, ADA, & Harassment Training. Candidate must be detailed oriented, possess excellent communication & organizational skills, the ability to multi-task, and proficient with MS Office Suite. Bilingual (Spanish) a plus, but not required. Send cover letter with salary requirements to marthapauley@superiorpaving.net We offer a competitive salary, health, dental and 401k benefits. Superior Paving Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer r . , ,.;V; A Full Time Employment v________-J CABINETMAKER Trade show and museum fabricator is looking for high end craftsmen to join our team. Must have the ability to organize, lead and install custom projects. Call 703-330-7892 or email resume cabioetmaker@capitoiexhibit.com SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Mindwrap seeks a C/C++ developer familiar with MFC to become a part of a team building the next version our Optix product line. Primary responsibilities include Windows GUI design and development using Visual Studio and VC++. Any experience with InstallShield, CVS, and COM are all a plus.Qualified applicants should have a related degree or technical certificate, and ideally some professional experience.Join a great team solving interesting problems for commercial customers in a diverse and relaxed environment that includes multiple languages, databases, and operating systems. Email your resume to: jobs91@mindwrap.com or mail Mindwrap, Inc. Attn: Job Code W091, PO Box 430, Flint Hill, VA 22627 yimes Community Newspapers. We are where the readers are. DRIVER catering deliveriesmust know dc/md/ va and have clean driving record Send resumes to: ecarrasco® festivefoods.com Exchange Student Coordinator wanted w/ good community contacts to place/ supervise exhange students for 4 week program during July or August in your own community. Good additional income. Fax resume: Global Friendship, Inc. 410-861-8144 or email: j t a r I o w @ globalfriendships.com. Call Your Rep TODAY 888-351-1660 Mystery Shoppers Earn up to $100 per day. Undercover shopper?! needed to judge retail & dining establishments. Experience not required. Pis call (-888-615-5240. Fee applies. MECHANIC Small engine mechanic for lawn/ garden auto/truck and agriculture shop. Must have VA State Inspection License and valid driver's license 540-347-4238 Pickup & Delivery Driver Experience with lawn & garden equipment preferred. Must have good driving record. Please call or stop by: (540)341-4141 380 Church Street, Warrenton SUMMER JOB FAIR! Day Camp, Trip Camp, Adaptive Recreation Camp - ib Yn ow, hs gred/GED, up**™* supervising cmm™ Summer Maintenance -ts yrs ow & hs stmi/ged ^ ^ Lifeguards, POOl MgrS - Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, 1st Att end CPR Water Safety Instructor’s - Red cross certified, apply at job fair oniyi i Recreation Aides -completion of 8th grade HP’HIS Tuesday, March 10, 2009 % "L 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM >>* jp* - Parks, Recreation and Community Services Administration Building i* ; ; - 215 Depot Ct. SE, Leesburg, VA 1** Floor Senior Center mW n m . ■ • . ■ ,vS >;■% - o - 'A.-' For more information and to Apply online: www.loudoun.gov All applicants must complete the following to be interviewed: Complete an on-line application at - *' CWeft on Vefel to view recruitment», select position, creeto an •ocomtt, and softaalt year appSaeflM, ■ring a printed copy of yonr on-Hi—Job application Mdta/onto tfco Joe Fair ter Imodtate W >lfe tmtmevtmm. EOC 3**1" Mfi nroYoW nr^ . n Automobiles - Domestic 1989 Ford Escort LX, SW, good gas milage, runs good, 4 cyl. $600 OBO 540 878-8188 1995 Jaap Grand. Cherokee Laredo 126K mi, Auto trans, 4WD, Lthr seats. V8 $3400 703-867-2521 2005 Lincoln Town Car. White w'tan leather interior. 25K Miles, Full Power, Excel Cond. $14,000 571-918-4899 2007 Hyundia Accent, less than 15K mi. 5sp manual, A/C, AM/FM, CD ply $8,950. Call 703-727-4473. AAA Flee junk car removal. Call Roger. 540-538-5254 CORVETTES WANTED, any year, any condition, cash buyer 800-369-6148 frank@ hollidaycqrvette.com Honda Accord 1992. only $700, AT. front whl dr, for listing call 800-365-3177 ext. A322 Toyota Camry 04.114K mis. Good cond. new tires. 4 cyl power. CD $10,500 540-349-0447 Toyota Camry LE, 1994, $700 Runs Good1 800-365-3177 ext A388 665 V_ \ Sport Utility Vehicles J 05 Cadillac Escalade ESV AWD 6iiter. wht. very clean loaded DVD & Nav. quad heated seats w'3rd row bench $20,900 Call 540-937-3918 99 Jeep Wrangler. Red 61K original miles. Good tires. Loaded 5 sp trans. Great Cond. $6 900 540-882 4845 99 Lexus RX300 AWD very reliable & the pearl wht paint looks grt. tan heated Ithr remote starter, new tires, brakes & exhaust. $7,500 takes it Call 540-937-3918 680 Vans/Buses 00 Mazda MPV ES loaded. White w tan interior 1 owner gargage kept. 113K mis. $6295 (540)937 4724 1992 Ford T bird 2 dr Sport coup, asking $600 good running cond 703-475-0214 Classified Ads Work Call 888-351-1660 Business & Service -DIRECTORY Accounting/Tax Services | HEFLIN CPA, LLC [ Ter (540) 3*7-1899 Fax: (5*0) 3*7-5099^ j 1 Its Tax Season!! , Hake your appointment Today!! ^Business Hrxfvtduai Tax Preparation Financial Statement Preparation * Bookkeeping ( Payroll Services , WliMSMWrarCMVlMPuklKktcmMam, i futfiMf C#u**» Ciiiimtixt B—it Bmmwt Building CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See us for All Your Building Supply Needs 540-825-0397 1418 Orange Rd . 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Clean-up of county roadsides begins By Hunt Harris special to the Rappahannock News The annual Clean-Up of Rappahannock County Roadsides streams and other unsightly spots is starting up, and as many citizens, property owners, families, friends, churches, schools, businesses, Internet chat groups and other organizations as possible are encouraged to participate from late February through the month of April by taking the time to pick up trash and debris along roads and streams in the county. Participants may either use their own bags, or may get large,, durable orange bags from the local'Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) office, located across from the Flatwood recycling / trash transfer station off the Shade Road. Volunteers may either take the bags they have filled to the Flatwood facility or to the Amissville facility, or they may contact the VDOT office to let it know where a pick-up took place, and VDOT will then provide the service of picking up the bags along the roads where they have been left. Participants are asked not to take wood or metal to the Flatwood facility, and if bags are left by the road at their pick-up location, it is requested that they be safely located off the road and not placed in a dangerous situation for the VDOT trucks to stop and pick them up. The local VDOT office number at Flatwood is 540-987-8939. Contact persons Ritchie Lillard, Jennifer Johnson, or any of the staff there will be glad to help arrange for bags to be obtained and collected. 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Countryside First St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Rapp March 14 *' Parade kicks off festivities, Irish lunch, music and dance By James Patrick Gannon Special to the Rappahannock News It’s fc3|en said that if you can sit still while an Irish band plays a jig or k rousing chorus of “The Irish Rover,” you’re either dead or comatose. That proposition will be tested on Saturday, March 14, when a lively bunch of musicians frqm Charlottesville comes here to play for Rappahannock County’s firstever St. Patrick's Day celebration, which will feature a parade in the Town of Washington, an Irish luncheon and a music program. The event is sponsored by the Rappahannock County Lions Club as a fund-raiser for its community service projects in the county. It’s being supported by a growing list of local businesses, organizations and individuals as co-sponsors of what promises to become an annual addition to the county’s events calendar—a chance to celebrate the end ot winter, the coming of spring and the Irish tradition of honoring the patron saint of the Emerald Isle. The entire' community is invited to the colorful parade, which will step off at 11 a.m. on a route through the town, with the Rappahannock County High School marching band, a bagpipe band, antique and classic cars, county fire and rescue units, riding horses, llamas, and lots of dogs. After the parade, the Lions will host a ticketed Irish luncheon (Guinness beef stew, corned beef and cabbage) at the Washington Volunteer Fire Department hall. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door (if not sold out in advance.) An Irish band with the curious name of King Golden Banshee will entertain at the luncheon with Irish traditional music including jigs, reels and pub songs, with sing-along and perhaps some dancing. KGB, as they call themselves, is a six-man band featuring banjo, guitar, flute and tin whistle, keyboards and bodhran—an Irish drum that drives a lively beat. “If people like bluegrass UI UlU-UIIltf UI music, they’ll feel at home with the Irish music we play,” said Kevin Donleavy, the group's leader. “Some songs nave gooiy verses; other songs i have elements of m Irish history. We I encourage people to * sing with us, or to hop up to dance if they want.” Donleavy said the band has been playing together for 10 years or so. “We’ve been influenced by Irish music of several sorts, from 1 rnoios i^ounesy James r. oannon Singers Mike Cioffi of Castleton, left, and Jim Gannon lead a sing-along of Irish tunes at a private St. Patrick’s Day party last year; the party goes public this year with the Lions Club sponsorship. the hard-driving reels of the energetic Bothy Band, to Cork and Kerry music which has lots of polkas, to the fun songs of The Pogues, to tunes and ballads from old recordings.” “The sneaky secret of our band name,” he explained, “is that it is based on the titles of three tunes that we play together in a medley: King of the Fairies, The Golden Keyboard, and The Banshee. Or, more simply put, the acronym KGB.” Rappahannocks most authentic Irishman, Edmund Kavanagh, a native of Dublin, will be on hand to provide a bit of blarney in Irish stories and hilarity. At the luncheon, there will be a Leprechaun’s Raffle to win the day’s “Pot O’ Gold,” a still-secret collection of Irish treasures to be unveiled that day. I On that Saturday ' evening, The Theatre on Gay Street will join in the celebration by presenting a program of traditional Irish music, song and dance by Fiona & k Bronwyn, at 8 p.m. Irish flute, fiddle, vocals and ^ dance will be performed by two young talents, Fiona Balestrieri and Bronwyn Keith-Hynes. Tickets are available from The Theatre at $20 for adults, $5 for students. So lubricate your larynx for a bit of singing and put on your greenest outfit in the spirit of the day, and join the celebration. At the Lions luncheon, there will be prizes for Best-Dressed Lassie, Best Dressed Laddie, and Paddy’s Best Irish Dog (deck out your mutt in green and march in the parade to win!) Luncheon tickets are on sale at Rappahannock National Bank, R.H. Ballard Art & Rug shop in Washington, and from Lions Club members. Or you may reserve by e-mail to: gannon54@comcast.net. Co-sponsors of the event include Rappahannock National Bank, Washington Hospitality & Visitors Association, Rappahannock Title, Roy Wheeler Realty, Griffin Tavern, Stonewall Abbey Cafe, Culpeper Endodontics, John Anderson, Linda and Bill Dietel, and Barbara Adolfi. Additional sponsors are welcome to sign up with event chairman Jim Gannon. Gold sponsors donate $100; silver spon The “KGB” Irish band from Charlottesville will entertain guests at the Washington Fire Hall on March 14 during the St. Patrick's Day celebration. sors, $50. All profits from the event go to Lions community projects, exclusively in Rappahannock County. Participation in the parade is still open to new entries, human or otherwise. To join, call parade chairman Steve Kerchner at (540) 675-3905. If you’re a dog, have your owner call. RAAC Friday night movie: ‘Changeling’ By Margaret Brown Special to the Rappahannock News The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community iRAAC) will show the film “Changeling” on Friday, March 6 at 8 p.m. at The Theatre on Gay Street in Washington. Admission is $6 adults; $4 students. f " ... Angelina Jolie was nominated for an Oscar for her role in this film. In addition to Jolie, John Malkovich and Jeffrey Donovan star in this Clint Eastwood directed film. Single mom Christine Collins (played by Angelina Jolie) leaves for work one day and comes home to find her son missing. Five months later the police return a boy to her, but she realizes amidst the frenzy of the photo-op reunion, that this is not her son. The film follows her struggle as a woman in 1920s Los Angeles trying to fight an increasingly hostile group of male authorities to find the truth about her son in this true story. Roger Ebert of Chicago Photo by E Raymond Boc Soup and soul The Soup and Soul series held at the Middleton Inn Feb. 21 featured Chris Johns. Editor in Chief of the National Geographic Magazine, who spoke to 55 guests about the passion, hard work and openness to the natural world that is required to make exceptional photographs in the wild. In the tradition of this series, guests brought covered dishes while Denise Pearson, formerly of the Public House restaurant, prepared gumbo. The winter Soup and Soul series, originated by Ki Theatre/Spark, will be sponsored next season by the Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community (RAAC). Sun-Times writes: "Clint Eastwood’s ‘Changeling’ made me feel sympathy, and then anger, and then back around again. It is the factual account of a mother whose little boy disappeared, and of a corrupt Los Angeles Police Department running wild. “Angelina Jolie stars as Christine Collins, whose 9year-old son, Walter, went missing in March 1928. Some months later, the LAPD announced her son had been found alive in DeKalb, 111. There was a problem. Collins said the boy was not hers. The police, under fire for lawlessness and corruption, had positioned the case as an exam pie of their good work. They were determined to suppress Collins’ protests. Even though the returned boy was three1 inches shorter than Walter, was not recognized by his teacher and classmates, and had dental records that did not match, Collins was informed that she was crazy and locked up in a psychiatric ward on the strength of a captain’s signature.” You won’t want to miss this film. Rated R, it runs for 140 minutes. Country music at the Theatre Lisa Meadows brings An Evening of Country Music to the Theatre at Washington on Saturday, Feb. 28 at 8 p.m. Meadows has a beautiful voice, perfect for country music, and a delightful stage presence as all will remember who have seen her in the several appearances she has made at the Theatre with Cooter’s Garage Band. This will be her first solo concert at the Theatre. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. For reservations and information, phone 675-1253 or email TheatreVA@ aol.com. Lisa Meadows