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The public is invited to hear Founder and CEO of The Social Institute Laura Tierney speak on Thursday, January 9, at 7:30pm in the Audrey Bruce Currier Library at Foxcroft School- https://www.foxcroft.org/ about the #WinAtSocial program developed by her organization to empower students to navigate social media and technology positively. More info. Laura is the Founder and CEO, The Social Institute:

Laura is based in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina- Serving over 50,000 students at 50 schools nationwide • Built and designed a gamified curriculum with over 50 dynamic workshops for 5th-12th grade • Presented at national educational conferences, including ISTE, NAIS, and TABS • Featured in the Washington Post, USA Today, Today, NBC Education, and NAIS Magazine • High net promoter score and strong positive feedback from students, parents, and educators. There is no admission charge, but space is limited. Please call 540.687.4510 for details and to reserve seating.

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Kudos to Tiffany Dillon Keen for some more great shots.....on the app and website. Virginia Gold Cup Races Piedmont Fox Hounds

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We, the following concerned residents, strongly oppose the proposed 38-home Banbury Cross Reserve development by Middleburg Land 1 LLC. Please join our opposition to this cluster housing development. By signing, you consent to your name being used publicly in the opposition.

https://www.ipetitions.com/petition/oppose-the-banbury-cross-reserve-development

For more information on the ongoing fight, see the following articles:

https://loudounnow.com/2019/11/06/hundreds-sign-petition-opposing-middleburg-area-subdivision/

We need your help!

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#EarthDay... Let's all protect the countryside for our children to enjoy and live with nature. Photo credits to https://www.dillonkeenphotography.com/

https://myhcva.com/upcoming-events-in-hc/

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https://loudounnow.com/2019/11/15/op-ed-cluster-zoning-is-out-of-touch-with-loudouns-priorities/

Please read this Op Ed and decide if this is important to you. We need your support. 

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Please take a moment and consider signing this new petition to oppose the 38-home cluster housing development in our beautiful countryside.  I appreciate your help. Please sign and spread the word!   We want to gather as many signatures as possible.   https://www.ipetitions.com/petition/oppose-the-banbury-cross-reserve-development

For more information, please see the article below.   

https://loudounnow.com/2019/10/02/middleburg-commission-denies-plans-for-38-home-subdivision/amp/

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MICHELIN STAR CHEF WEEKEND

With his larger-than-life personality and unique style, Giancarlo Morelli is one of Italy’s most recognizable chefs. Meet and enjoy the food of this Michelin Star chef at our exciting Michelin Star Weekend this November 15-17, in partnership with Forever Gourmet. Chef Morelli will host a meet-and-greet, cooking class, exclusive eight-course dinner, as well as a farewell brunch. For reservations, please call 540.326.4070. Prices do not include tax and gratuity.

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Come join us! Saturday, August 24, 5:30 to 7:30pm -- THIRD ANNUAL CRABFEST CHARITY PICNIC at the Slater Run Vineyard (SRV) in Upperville, VA. 

SRV will be serving "all you can eat" crabs, corn on the cob, cornbread, coleslaw, watermelon, lemonade: $40/person and $15 for children 12 and under.  Please email info@slaterrun.com or call 540-878-1476 for reservations.  ​SRV donates all CrabFest profits are donated to benefit local organizations that provides meals around the holidays to local families in need!

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Hunt Country Event updates....Please Save the dates! Field & Main Restaurant. Summer Al Fresco Dining Series -a series of festive summer wine dinners on the patio with friends! Menus will celebrate the summer bounty of farms they source from locally. Each dinner will showcase the freshest produce and lighter fare matched with bright and refreshing wines from around the world. Thurs. July 18 - 'Summer On The Green' Thurs. Aug. 8 - "Everything Is Coming Up Rose' Thurs. Sept.12 - 'Butter & Corn' Need More info? check out the My Hunt Country VA app & website...

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https://tinyurl.com/y6lxcnxr So, for this blog I want to focus on The 2019 Polo Gala events you must attend in the Hunt Country VA area. So, do yourself a huge favor and go ahead and mark your calendars, free up your schedules, cancel the yard work and mowing, mundane weekend errands and Dress It Up In Style. To enjoy these amazing athletes and fantastic Thoroughbreds at break-neck speeds is a true joy and amazing to watch.The Hunt Country VA Polo Gala Events: Sunday, August 4, Banbury Cross Polo Club’s 5th Annual Piper Cup. 23156 Carters Farm Lane, Middleburg VA 20117 https://www.banburycrosspoloclub.com/piper-cup Sunday, Sept.15, The National Sporting Library & Museum’s 2019 Polo Classic. Great Meadow Foundation, 5089 Old Tavern Rd, The Plains, VA 20198 http://www.nationalsporting.org/nslm/event_details/922

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Hunt Country Update for next Week and weekend!*** Right in Upperville on Rt. 50W, spend some time next week watching show jumpers and show hunters cruise around courses at one of the most beautiful showgrounds anywhere. Shopping, food vendors and local small businesses, and most from Middleburg and Upperville area. A festive historic week, with a peaceful mountain view. Saturday has a variety of classes and Sunday has a Grand Prix, showcasing some of the best riders & horses in the world! special kudos to all the Sponsors! Follow @uppervillehorseshow & @myhcvaand the app for all updates and info.

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Come join us and get your summer workout plan started!

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Sat., May 11:  6-9pm, '#HuntCountry' Launch Party at Greenhill Winery.

Join Middleburg Life and Greenhill Winery on May 11 to launch #HuntCountry, the hashtag of choice to kick off the summer! We invite you to celebrate with us and all of the wonderful people, businesses, and activities within #HuntCountry. Get ready for a fun evening featuring DJ Georgie, Tip Top Photo Booths, a cigar lounge by Middleburg Tobacco Company, and coverage by the area's top influencers. Complimentary heavy hors d'oeuvres & cash bar + Mt. Defiance Cidery and Distillery. Event & Swag Bag Sponsors: À la Carte Catering + Event Design, Greenhill Winery & Vineyards, AirPac Portable Air Conditioners & Heaters - Sales & Rentals, Salamander Resort & Spa, Catoctin Creek, Goodstone Inn & Restaurant, Cana Vineyards and Winery of Middleburg, The Great Meadow Foundation Twilight-Polo GMpolo, The Scout Guide Hunt Country, LTS LIMOS, American Executive Transportation, Middleburg Eccentric, Capitol File Magazine, Cakes by Marium, The District Cup, Tri-County Feeds, Fashions, Finds and more to be announced!   Attire: Casual Cocktail.