Governor McDonnell is seeking over 4,000 individuals to serve on the Commonwealth of Virginia's boards and commissions. All qualified and service-minded Virginians are encouraged to participate in the government of our Commonwealth by offering to serve on a board or commission, or by recommending qualified candidates. Many of the members of the Germanna Foundation have had a 300-year head start on being acquainted with Virginia's needs, and would make excellent candidates. The deadline for submitting your resume and responding to some on-line questions is April 22, 2010.

The most memorable speech of the Cold War, it bolstered the morale of West Berliners and steeled the resolve of the West not to lose another square inch of territory to Communist tyranny. In November, the Germanna Foundation joined with friends around the world to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. An account of the Germanna Foundation event is located at http://www.germanna.org/node/277

Text of the Kenneday speech: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/3022166.stm

Audio of the Kennedy speech: http://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/jfkberliner.html

The Museum of Culpeper History (803 S. Main St., Culpeper; 540-829-1749) will be hosting other friends of the Germanna Foundation from the Culpeper Minutemen Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution; Out-of-Time Teachers; and the Society for the Preservation of Culpeper History to enchant and educate you and your family with the wealth of history that has taken place in Germanna Country. Enjoy Colonial and Civil War-era living history with costumed education interpreters from the Sons of the American Revolution and Out-of-Time Teachers at the Museum of Culpeper History.

The Museum of Culpeper History (803 S. Main St., Culpeper; 540-829-1749) will be hosting other friends of the Germanna Foundation from the Culpeper Minutemen Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution; Out-of-Time Teachers; and the Society for the Preservation of Culpeper History to enchant and educate you and your family with the wealth of history that has taken place in Germanna Country. Enjoy Colonial and Civil War-era living history with costumed education interpreters from the Sons of the American Revolution and Out-of-Time Teachers at the Museum of Culpeper History.

Come see the National Capitol Squadron of the Commemorative Air Force at the Regional Airport in Brandy Station, 12499 Beverly Ford Rd., Brandy Station. The National Capitol Squadron and Museum will be open and visitors can enjoy tours, explore aircraft and watch a WWII reenactment. Visit the hangar/museum building equipped for the maintenance and display of a fleet of aircraft known as the Ghost Squadron. A WWII Reconnaissance Fighting Vehicle known as a Ferret, and a YAK 7B WWII fighter will also be on display. War Bird rides will be for sale.
Contact Person: Grover Amick

The Northern Virginia Astronomy Club invites the public to Astronomy Day at Sky Meadows State Park on 24 April 2010. Come out at 3PM to observe the Sun! Stay until nightfall to see some planets and deep sky objects! Who knows - maybe the young person you bring will follow in the footsteps of Apollo 11 Astronaut Buzz Aldrin, a Germanna Rector family descendant.

Remembrance Days: Cowboy and Western Singer Del Shields Concert at the Depot: Saturday, April 24, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm (the Germanna Foundation will have an information and recruitment booth starting at 3pm - come out and help find your cousins!)
Location: The Depot
Directions: 113 S. Commerce St., Culpeper
Organized by: Del Shields

The Museum of Culpeper History (803 S. Main St., Culpeper; 540-829-1749) will be hosting other friends of the Germanna Foundation from the Culpeper Minutemen Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution; Out-of-Time Teachers; and the Society for the Preservation of Culpeper History to enchant and educate you and your family with the wealth of history that has taken place in Germanna Country. Enjoy Colonial and Civil War-era living history with costumed education interpreters from the Sons of the American Revolution and Out-of-Time Teachers at the Museum of Culpeper History.

Come see the National Capitol Squadron of the Commemorative Air Force at the Regional Airport in Brandy Station, 12499 Beverly Ford Rd., Brandy Station. The National Capitol Squadron and Museum will be open and visitors can enjoy tours, explore aircraft and watch a WWII reenactment. Visit the hangar/museum building equipped for the maintenance and display of a fleet of aircraft known as the Ghost Squadron. A WWII Reconnaissance Fighting Vehicle known as a Ferret, and a YAK 7B WWII fighter will also be on display. War Bird rides will be for sale.
Contact Person: Grover Amick

Little Fork Church (16461 Oak Shade Rd Rixeyville, VA) and The Society for the Preservation of Culpeper History invite you to an authentic 18th century Anglican church service in the oldest colonial church in the area! In place of the traditional 11:00 am service, Reverend William E. Eberle will be officiating an authentic 18th century service in period dress. Join us for tours of beautiful Little Fork Church, along with Brunswick stew directly following the service.

Germanna leaders Emily Williams, Lydia Edwards, and Dr. Frank Turnage will inspire and encourage you about how we can work together to be good stewards of Virginia's heritage and our families' role in it.

May 1 is observed as Loyalty Day in the United States. It is a day set aside for the reaffirmation of loyalty to the United States and for the recognition of the heritage of American freedom. By an Act of Congress, Loyalty Day was made an official holiday on July 18, 1958 (Public Law 85-529).

Where History Begins Workshop at the Library of Virginia

In a rare public appearance, literary legend, essayist, poet and Kentucky farmer Wendell Berry discusses his life's work and vision of people honoring and reconnecting with the soil.

He writes powerfully about the importance of place, and how the land interacts with the people on it. Berry is a good author to study on how to communicate the importance of the Germanna Foundation's stewardship of Siegen Forest, Salubria, and the Peter Hitt cemetery.

The German Embassy (4645 Reservoir Rd. NW, Washington, DC 20007) is hosting an open house on Saturday, May 8, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM to celebrate the EU theme "Green Europe: Good for the Economy, Good for the Environment."

From the "Moonbounce" to facepainting and more, there will be plenty of activities for kids to enjoy, and plenty for parents as well.

Have a delicious light lunch and then sample German fare from local businesses. Expect classic favorites from Bratwurst to Döner. A portion of proceeds from food sales will go to charity.

Come see a reenactment of the Raid at Martin's Station, complete with frontier colonials and Cherokee warriors. Learn about Daniel Boone's role in clearing the nearby Wilderness Road. At 10AM on May 8, join members of the Culpeper Minute Men Chapter of the Virginia Sons of the American Revolution for a wreath-laying. More information at http://www.historicmartinsstation.com/raid.html and at http://www.cmmsar.com/

When: All day Saturday; the earlier you arrive, the sooner history is preserved. Where: The Elk Run Church Site at 12187 Elk Run Rd., Midland, VA

More info at http://www.elkrunchurch.org/history/

The indefatigable Ed Dandar reports that staining and water proofing the wooden hand rails for the handicap ramps have been completed and their installation is planned for this Saturday.

On Saturday, May 22nd, the Germanna Foundation will receive the Culpeper Minute Men Chapter of the Virginia Society Sons of the American Revolution's Flag Certificate Award.

This award is made in recognition of the Germanna Foundation volunteers who keep Old Glory flying over the Brawdus Martin Visitor Center. President Marc Wheat and his son Benjamin will attend to receive the award on behalf of the Germanna Foundation.