Check out restaurant reviewer (and longtime Rappahannock weekender) Walter Nicholls' amiable and informed hike though Sperryville's hotspots in the May-June Bethesda magazine.
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Photo: Art at Trinity
Washington artist Ruthie Windsor-Mann’s “Autumn Hay 4,” part of her Rural Rappahannock Series, is among the works on exhibit at Trinity Episcopal Church’s Festival this weekend, which includes arts and crafts, music and food both Fodderstack Saturday and Sunday. (Sunday, there’s a free brunch at noon and a special Evensong at 6 p.m. in...
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Sperryville column for March 28
There may still be winter-weather hanging around, but there are signs of growth and good things to come in Sperryville, writes Greg Hunsaker in this week's Sperryville column.
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Rappahannock Cellars takes a Governor’s Cup gold
Rappahannock Cellars’ 2010 Meritage was among the 12 gold medalists chosen from more than 400 entries in last week’s Governor’s Cup competition.
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The Rapp for Feb. 14
A "real foods" rap video, a lecture and demonstration on using local dyes, living with black bears, a "Doggitiude" book signing, bringing out the artist in you with three Flint Hill workshops, American jazz classics return to the Theatre and more in this week's Rapp.
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Washington column for Feb. 7
The winners of the Daughters of the Confederacy's annual essay contest, Mardis Gras at the Theatre, a schedule of the local Lenten services and special birthday and anniversary wishes in this week's Washington column.
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At the Schoolhouse, it’s Miller time
On the cusp of February, traditionally Rappahannock’s worst tourism month, here’s a nice change of pace: news of a restaurant opening instead of closing. Sometime this spring, Cliff Miller IV says he plans to open a neighborhood pub and lunch spot in the Sperryville Schoolhouse complex.
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Waiters, diners serve up $30K of benevolence
The Rappahannock Benevolent Fund was created to assist individuals and families with short-term emergency needs for which no government or other programs are available. This year's support dinner raised almost $30,000.
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Little things mean a lot . . . to the Inn at Little Washington
Washingtonian restaurant critic Todd Kliman reveals how Rappahannock’s own Inn at Little Washington edged out Komi for the top spot in the magazine’s 2013 “100 Very Best Restaurants” this year on the magazine’s "Best Bites" blog.
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The Rapp for Jan. 24
Fourth Friday at the Rappahannock News, Relay for Life, a children's book sale at the Book Barn, Stephanie Nakasian pays tribute to the "great ladies of song," special rates at the Public House, Super Saturday at RCHS and more in this week's Rapp.
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Letter: Here in the land of generosity
Growing up in my native Dublin during World War II, I well remember the U.S. soldiers that graced my city as I would run up to them and ask, “Any gum, chum?” They were only too eager to satisfy my request, as gum was not yet available in Ireland. That introduction to American hospitality...
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Sperryville column for Jan. 24
Fourth Friday festivities return, Mountainside offers a therapeutic movement class and Little Washington Winery hosts an art, wine and oysters festival in this week's Sperryville column.
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Sperryville column for Jan. 17
SVRS explores other fundraising options, an update on some of our friends who moved elsewhere and a rundown of some of the many local food events over the weekend in this week's Sperryville column.
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Thornton Group exits Cafe Indigo for now
Last Sunday (Dec. 30) marked the end of a four-month, weekends-only experiment by the Thornton River Group to run a second full-service restaurant in Sperryville.
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The Rapp for Jan. 3
Middle Street Gallery's new "Artists and Friends" exhibit, Wakefield's new partnership with the Public House and RCHS wrestler Dylan Hitt's 100th victory in this week's Rapp.
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The Rapp for Nov. 15
Trinity Episcopal's sing-along, the return of Kid Pan Alley, RAAC's production of "Peter Pan," a USDA grant for Farm to Table, the county's exact voting numbers and some of the activities available this weekend at Gray Ghost and Narmada wineries in this week's Rapp.
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A small ‘Taste’ of the benefits
This Saturday (Sept. 8), think what you can do for the children of Rappahannock County. The annual Taste of Rappahannock gala, held for the benefit of the Headwaters Foundation and the students in Rappahannock County, promises to be the best one ever. Okay, I’ll confess – I ran the foundation for a few years, so I have a...
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The Rapp column for Sept. 6
The RCHS Class of 1961 reunion, an opportunity to support a rising local band, two plays coming to town, a new art exhibit at RDA, birthdays for the RAAC and Tri-County Feeds, Apple Butter and SeptemberFest Pig Roast festivals and bluegrass music.
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The Rapp for Aug. 23
Local Democrat and Republican events, Julia Child's 100th birthday party and the National Park Service turns 96.
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Letter: It’s a special place, weather or not
I’m sure others shared my disappointment when I tackled your editorial in last week’s paper, presuming that “Rappahannock exceptionalism” would convey something truly exceptional about Rappahannock County. Instead, the piece is a lament on the unusually hot summer. For Rappahannock exceptionalism, just look around. On pages 1 and 10 you identify something truly exceptional...
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The Rapp for Aug. 16
GOP, Allen and Hurt gather at Gray Ghost; "Artist's Choice" and more at RDA; "Line Shape Color" opens Aug. 31 at Middle Street; Sperryville's Patton Wilson at southern art show.
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Photo: Let there be light
From left, Enrique Hernandez, Robert Lunceford and Chuck Cmunt carve windows out of brick on the south-facing, Jett Street wall of the Kramer building.
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The Rapp for Aug. 9
Food pantry collects school supplies, learn about saving the bobwhite quail, a preview of the Taste of Rappahannock, Hearthstone's benefit concert and more.
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Cafe Indigo gets Thornton River frontage
It appears the artists and galleries of Sperryville’s Rappahannock Central will again have the added draw of an in-house restaurant during the coming fall tourist season, as the Thornton River Group will reopen Cafe Indigo through year's end.
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The Rapp for Aug. 2
Young artists at Middle Street; Copper Fox spirits poured at the Governor's Mansion; "The Ives of August" are almost upon us, at RAAC Theatre; a summer (Democrats') yard-sale glossary; Historical Society grants; horses wanted for the Virginia State Fair.
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The Rapp for July 12
Castleton Festival's upcoming weekend and beyond, historic doings in Chester Gap, a show-saving piano donation, a deal for Shenandoah National Park visitors, fighting invasive plants and lots more.
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The Rapp for June 28
Ready for tailgates, food, music and fireworks in Sperryville on Wednesday? July 4; the Amissville carnival and parade; Flint HIll's 24 Crows is Roadfood-worthy; successful 4-H camps; SNP's Neighbors' Day; Wakefield's poker tournament; online help for caregivers.
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The Rapp for June 14
This weekend's events and beyond, a Community Day at your local Visitors Center, a call for items to sell at the Democrats August yard sale, a culinary tour and an artists and studio tour lineup.
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Washington column for June 14
Fifth-graders help with Visitors Center project; remembering Gene Leggett, Dareing speaks at Sunday services, Garden Club presentation, birthday wishes and Fathers Day celebration and remembrances.
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Virtual office, cafe in the works along Gay Street
Many Americans may still have to go out of their way to find encouraging economic news, but certain Rappahannock County entrepreneurs are going about quietly making their own.
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On June 16, it’s a tuneful ‘Evening View’
Dawn Landes, the singer-songwriter who has recently graced the stage at Wolf Trap and Lincoln Center, is coming to Rappahannock to perform at the Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance’s (RCCA) eighth annual Rappahannock Evening View on Saturday evening, June 16.
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Sperryville column for June 7
Mt. Vernon Farm hosts weddings, art directory for Sperryville, and community greetings.
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The Rapp for May 31
Talent from "America's Got Talent" in Amissville, mutts and mingling at Flint Hill Public House, lots of art in Sperryville and bowling for seniors in Culpeper.
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The Washington column for May 17
Mother's Day in Washington, and a successful benefit for the Food Pantry. Passings in our community and Relay for Life is Saturday.
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Letter: A ‘joyful evening’ at Montpelier
The Belle Meade School community would like to thank all those who attended our fundraiser at Montpelier on Saturday evening (May 12). We are especially grateful to to Sarah and Jim Wildasin for opening their beautifully restored, historic house and grounds. The combination of the spectactular setting, Sylvie Rowand’s (Laughing Duck Gardens & Cookery)...
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Food Pantry draws a caring young crowd of helpers
This Saturday’s Food Pantry Day is giving youngsters an opportunity to develop a sense of responsibility for their community and build the habit of helping neighbors less fortunate than themselves.
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Washington column for May 10
Mother's Day greetings, Civil War trail marker, Food Pantry benefit, Thrift Shop sale, Fire and Rescue breakfast, birthday wishes and get-well-soons.
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The Rapp for May 3
An "open-eye meditation" at Confluent Gallery; pianist Audrey Andrist plays it again (Schumann's "Carnaval") Sunday at the Theatre; your award could be a reward for your mom at the Inn at Little Washington; award-winning filmmakers in town this weekend to make a 48-hour impression; a new Junior Master Gardener Club.
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Williams fund dinner is May 19
The committee administering the Mary Beth Williams Memorial Fund will host its annual fundraiser and dinner on Saturday, May 19. The 4:30 p.m. event takes place at High Thicket on Fletchers Mill Road. Mary Beth Williams was tragically killed in an automobile accident on May 14, 1997. The memorial fund established in her name...
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The Rapp for April 26
Fourth (Estate) Friday; internationally known pianist Audrey Andrist at the Theatre; "The Decendants" at RAAC's movie night; time to start planning for the fall's Farm Tour; turning wine into gold and more.
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