June 2021
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Middleburg Eccentric June 2021, Volume 18 Issue 3
THIS MONTH IN THE ECCENTRIC: Upperville Colt & Horse Show Under The Oaks & On Top of the (Horse) World, Thistlethwaite Americana Showroom Opens in…
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Virginia Gold Cup 2021
The winner of the 96th Anniversary of the Virginia Gold Cup Races is Schoodic, trained by Jack Fisher, owned by Mrs. John R. S. (Dolly) Fisher, ridden by Hadden…
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Vines, the Good and the Bad
With summer's arrival the garden bulks up. It may seem like new growth has surpassed the gardener's ability to maintain. This is especially so with vines, some…
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Upperville Colt & Horse Show: Under The Oaks & On Top of the (Horse) World
Last year: no Upperville Colt & Horse Show because of the pandemic. No worries! North America's oldest horse show came back better than ever and also bigger to…
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Upperville Colt & Horse Show - Place & Faces
Upperville Colt & Horse Show - Place & Faces
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Time to Double Down, Virginia!
The pandemic may have given us all a breather in the battle against climate change. As the nation ground to a halt, carbon emissions fell 5.8% to their lowest l…
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Thistlethwaite Americana Showroom Opens in Middleburg
Thistlethwaite Americana announced today the opening of its first gallery in Middleburg, Va. The store offers long-time collectors, newcomers to the antique wor…
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Stress Relief
Stress is just a six letter word. Seems harmless enough. Truly not a scary word. However, stress can become the enemy within if management protocols are not in…
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Should I Whiten My Teeth?
"Should I whiten my teeth or not?" is one of the most common questions hygienists and dentists get from patients. Most patients' questions are pretty straightfo…
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Rich Zipfel
Everyone who knew you, will miss you very much. We all admire your talent, your skill, your smile and your friendship. We all miss you! Middleburg will never be…
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Off the Grid
I do fishing trips in northern Maine where I skip off the grid for several days. It's something I try to do at least once a year. While I don't like to be out o…
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How Do You Achieve Your Ideal Home?
Embarking on a renovation project can and should be exciting, though for many, it's overwhelming and disappointing. In our experience, the path to a successful…
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Hi-ho, Hi-ho
I got fired from my first job 30 years ago at age 15. Before you make an assumption, let me explain. I have always had an entrepreneurial spirit and couldn't wa…
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Getting Older
I always try to be honest when I write my column, and this time is no different. I am getting older. My body doesn't work like it used to. I don't enjoy food as…
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4-H'ers Learning to Become Entrepreneurs
With more people being interested in locally grown products, the Fauquier County 4-H program will offer a Next Generation Farmer's Market in which youth will ma…
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Welcome to the PLAYroom : A Toy Shop for kids of all ages
Imagine a place where kids could discover and learn through engaging and fun PLAY. We’ve been doing just that, and we’re excited to share it with you! Our…
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The Role of Trees and the Trillion Trees Act for Landowners - The Fence Post
Y ou may be wondering, “what’s the point of planting trees?” The impacts of trees and tree-planting are widely seen across our planet. What the lungs are to…
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TOWN OF MIDDLEBURG COMMITTEE VACANCIES
The Middleburg Town Council is accepting letters of interest from individuals who wish to be considered for service on the following: Go Green Committee. The…
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Leadership Fauquier Applications Open
Leadership Fauquier is excited to announce applications for our 2021-2022 Signature Program are open. The 10-month program is a one-of-a-kind opportunity that…
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Kuhn Family Purchases Middleburg Academy Property with Plans to Place Land into Conservation Easement
C huck Kuhn, founder and CEO of JK Moving Services, and his wife Stacy Kuhn, have purchased the 90-acre property that houses Middleburg Academy, a private…