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.
Stay tuned for more details and exact dates of this always memorable adventure to Germany.
