LOCALLY GROWN AND PRODUCED IN RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY VA
This is just a partial list of the bounty you can find in our beautiful county. Be sure to visit the Rappahannock County Farm Tour, September 23-24, 2023, from 11 am to 5 pm. https://rappfarmtour.org
Weekly farmers markets:
- Rappahannock Farmers Market. 12018 Lee Hwy, Sperryville, VA 22740. Saturdays from 9 am to noon, starting April 29, 2023. https://rappfarmersmarket.com/
- The Farm at Sunnyside. Sundays outside The Latin Market, 664 Zachary Taylor Lane, Flint Hill VA. http://thefarmatsunnyside.com/about/the-farm/
Community-supported agriculture (CSA) farms:
- Waterpenny Farm, 53 Waterpenny Lane, Sperryville. Farm shares available and walk-in sales during the season. https://waterpennyfarm.com/
Farm markets:
- River Jordan Farm, 6 Shiloh Lane, Flint Hill, VA. Lamb, beef, pork, eggs grown on the farm. Orders taken. http://www.riverjordanfarm.com/
- Roy’s Orchard, 64 Old Hollow Rd, Sperryville VA. A vast assortment of veggies, fruit, eggs, pies, and market goods. Open 8 am to 8 pm every day. (540) 987-8636
- Jenkin’s Orchard, 355 Yancy Rd, Woodville. A wide array of fruits and veggies in season. Open 9 am to 6 pm every day. (540) 987-8192
- William’s Orchard, 3 Williams Lane, Flint Hill VA. Open 9 am to 5 pm every day. Huge variety of apples and locally grown fruits. (540) 675-3765
Wineries, Breweries, and Distilleries:
- Little Washington Winery and Brewery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington VA. https://www.skyline-brewing.com/
- Pen Druid Brewing, 3863 Sperryville Pike, Sperryville VA http://www.pendruid.com/
- Hopkins Ordinary Ale Works, 47 Main St, Sperryville VA. http://www.hopkinsordinary.com/#hopkinswelcome
- Copper Fox Distillery, 9 River Lane, Sperryville VA 540/987-8554 https://www.copperfoxdistillery.com/new-index/
- Dida’s Distillery, 14437 Hume Rd, Huntly VA 540/551-8141 https://www.didasdistillery.com/
- Narmada Winery, 43 Narmada Lane, Amissville, VA https://narmadawinery.com/
- Gadino Cellars, 92 Schoolhouse Rd, Washington VA https://gadinocellars.com/
- Quièvremont Winery, 162 Gid Brown Hollow Rd, #335, Washington VA. https://www.quievremont.com/
- Gray Ghost Vineyards, 14706 Lee Hwy, Amissville VA. https://grayghostvineyards.com/
- Rappahannock Cellars, 14437 Hume Rd, Huntly VA. https://www.rappahannockcellars.com/
Mark Your Calendars for the Blue State Bluegrass Brunch, May 20, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Mountain View Farm
86 Botts Lane, Woodville, VA.
GREAT FOOD
GREAT MUSIC
by The Bentwood Rockers
Special Guess include Larry Jackson, Elizabeth Melson, Tawana Campbell, and candidates for County offices
POTLUCK ITEMS NEEDED!
Contact Chair Mary-Sherman Willis or call 540-987-8912
Earth Day 2023 Clean-up photos
Over two dozen Dems showed up on Earth Day 2023 and made fast work of tidying up the roadside on Rt 211 from the Library to Massie’s Corner. We collected over 25 big garbage bags of trash in under two hours, just before a big thunderstorm drenched out beautiful county.
Jennifer Wexton Announces having PD on World Parkinson’s Disease Day
“On #WorldParkinsonsDay, I’m here to share that I’ve been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. I’m doing well, and I want to bring about as much good from this diagnosis as I can—including here in Congress”
— Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton 4/11/23
To watch her announcement, click the following FB link: https://fb.watch/jT_QG7loVV/
To read her announcement, click the following link: Rep. Wexton Shares Parkinson’s Disease Diagnosis | U.S. House of Representatives
The Rappahannock Democratic Committee supports Congresswoman Wexton and everyone who is challenged by a chronic disease. We will continue to fight for recourses for disease management and cures.
Learn more about Parkinson’s Disease at Homepage | Parkinson’s Foundation.
Support Our Rapp Farmers
Think Green in Rapp!
The RCDC’s April General Meeting with Benefits
WHEN: Saturday, April 15, 1 pm to 4 pm
WHERE: Little Washington Winery
72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington VA
To liven things up for Spring, our next General Meeting will be at the Winery, where we held our meet-and-greet for Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton a year ago.
Arrive by 12:30 for coffee and conversation. The meeting begins at 1 pm and lasts one hour.
Then stick around for live music by guitarist Josh Lowe at 2 pm. And sample some excellent wine and beer!
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Join us for our annual clean up!
Honor Mother Earth on EARTH DAY, April 22, 2023
Meet at the Rappahannock County Library at 10 a.m. to help clean up our little piece of Paradise—Rt 211 from the Library to Massie’s Corner.
We supply safety vests and trash bags and offer sandwiches and refreshments when we’re done.
Bring: sturdy shoes, work gloves, and a sunhat.
Questions? Contact Chair Mary-Sherman Willis
Earth Day Postcard Campaign, March 22
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22, 2023 AT 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Write postcards for Earth Day!
Help spread awareness of Rapp Democrats and our community service. Join us to write postcards to Rappahannock neighbors announcing Earth Day 2023 and our upcoming Earth Day Clean-up Event.
Gather with friends for a writing party at an RCDC member’s house. Or if you prefer, pick up a packet to write from your home. It’s fun and easy! You’ll receive everything you need including postcards, address labels, postage stamps and messaging ideas.
WRITE AT THE PARTY OR PICK-UP YOUR PACKET TO TAKE HOME!
For location and sign-up, email us!
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