September 2014 - Visit Patrick County Virginia

SIMPLY PATRICK COUNTY
THE MANY FESTIVALS IN PATRICK COUNTY
If you’re looking for a reason to visit Patrick County, VA, then I think you might find a reason...or two, or three
below.
NEWSLETTER
In This Issue:
Why visit Patrick County?
Welcome Mattie B’s
Stars Among Us
Historic Rock Church
What’s Happening?
This month’s recipe
How to contact us:
Patrick County Tourism
106 Rucker Street
P.O. Box 466
Stuart, VA 24171
276.694.6094
Or visit our website:
www.visitpatrickcounty.org
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SIMPLY PATRICK COUNTY
MATTIE B’S
Patrick County is excited to welcome Mattie B’s to our community.
Described as Whimsical and Fun, Mattie B’s is located at 114 North
Main Street in Stuart, VA. Mattie B’s offers some great gift ideas and
items for yourself. The staff invites you to stop by and browse their
selection of things for the baby, kitchen gadgets, accessories for the
home or for yourself, seasonal items and inspirational gifts.
Hours of operation:
Tuesday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
STARS AMONG US
TIM COLLINS
Tim Collins is the Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber
of Commerce. Tim is a lifelong resident of Patrick County and holds
a Master’s Degree from the University of North Carolina Greensboro. Collins has also served on several Advisory Boards including
the Regional Board of Directors of Big Brothers/Big Sisters, The
District and Council Executive Committee of the Boy Scouts of
America, and the Virginia Museum of Natural History’s Community
Nature Initiative. He is currently serving as the President of the
Friends of Fairy Stone Park as the LDS-BSA Relations Coordinator
for the Blue Ridge Mountains Council of the Boy Scouts of America.
Tim’s vision for the Chamber is that first & foremost he serves the
needs of its members and secondly, brings about increased economic development that will benefit everyone in the County.
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GEORGE BROOKS
George Brooks started drawing in the 3rd grade. Now at 73, he has
experimented with many Art forms, specializing in shaping wood.
While living on Emerald Isle, in NC, he sketched many shore birds,
fish, dolphins, etc. He then shaped the wood for his patterns from
those drawings. Mr. Brooks also makes one of a kind walking sticks
and canes. His new items offered are eagles, deer, horses, bear
and buffalo. His art work is showcased in several galleries in both
NC and VA. Mr. Brooks makes over 850 items with prices ranging
from $10 to $3,000.
HISTORIC MAYBERRY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Mayberry Presbyterian Church in Patrick County was constructed
in 1925, six miles southeast of Buffalo Mountain. Prior to the construction of the church in the early 1920s, Bob Childress held services in
an old Mayberry school. The church was constructed during the time
Bob served as church pastor while attending the Union Theological
Seminary in Richmond.
After his second year in seminary, Childress presided over the construction of the Church. The church was dedicated in July 1925. A
workday photo in 1925 listed Rev. R.W. Childress, numerous Cochrans, Lights, Scotts, Spanglers, and Webbs.
Materials recovered from Mayberry Church cornerstone in 1975
recorded a meeting at the new Mayberry School House in 1924, a
meeting that marked the beginning of Mayberry Church:”During the summer months much interest was shown in
the Lord’s work, and in July, after a revival meeting, it was unanimously decided by the congregation that there
must be a church building and a church organization in Mayberry.” The first officers of Mayberry Presbyterian
Church were elders D. Burton Scott and , Ernest Cochran, and deacons Wolford Spangler and Asa Spangler.
The church was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in . To read more interesting information
about Mayberry Presbyterian Church, view their application for designation.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
September 1st-October 31st - Corn Maze Days at Mountain Meadow Craft Market
September 1st, 5:00-7:00pm– Monday Market at the Park. - Now open at Fairy Stone State Park at the Allied
Picnic area. Local farmers, beekeepers, bakers, musicians.
September 5-7th, 10:00am-5:00pm– Annual Chinquapin Festival. For more information, call 540.593.3279
September 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, 7:00-10:00pm—Willis Gap Community Jam. Historical music, dancing,
food. Great family fun. For more information, call 276.251.8548 or visit their site.
September 5th, 8:00am-12:00noon– Stuart Farmers Market– Fresh locally grown produce, meats, eggs,
baked goods and crafts. Patrick County Master Gardeners will be on hand with information regarding container
plants.
September 6th, 8:00am– Stop, Drop & Run 5K– Race begins at DeHart Park in Stuart at 8:00am, and benefits the Stuart Volunteer Fire Dept. Download race application here. For questions, contact Rebecca Adcock at
276.229.9917.
September 7th, 1:00-4:00pm– Sunday Sounds at Chateau Morrisette-Every Sunday afternoon June—
October. Live Entertainment on the Courtyard. For more information, visit thedogs.com.
September 9th, 6:00pm– Snack & Share-The Patrick County Tourism Advisory Council the first of three networking events for artisans, craft venues, agri-tourism businesses, restaurants, and lodging businesses. Explore joint ventures to enhance business opportunities. Snack & Share participants are encouraged to bring a
snack to share. Venue-Honduras Coffee Shop, Main Street, Stuart. 276.694.6094
September 16-20-Patrick County Agricultural Fair. Exhibits, livestock, Midway rides, great food, bingo, pizza
eating contest, and nightly entertainment. Adults $5.00, Students $3.00, 6 years & under free, All Military in
uniform free.
TuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday*Eat & Explore Virginia
Cookbook is available for
purchase at the Patrick County
Chamber of Commerce office
located at 103-B Stonewall
Court in Stuart, VA.
Student night
Rodeo at 8:00pm
Senior night (Free admission for 60 years old & up)
Demolition Derby at 8:00pm
4-H Youth Sheep & Goat Show at 7:00pm
QUOTE OF THE MONTH
“What sunshine is to flowers, smiles are to humanity. These are but trifles, to be sure; but
scattered along life's pathway, the good they do is inconceivable.”
Joseph Addison
WHAT’S COOKIN?
Corn Casserole
1 box Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
1 can cream-style corn
1/2 cup oil
1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream
1/2 tsp salt
3 eggs, separated
Preheat oven to 350º. Combine muffin mix, corn, oil, sour cream, salt and egg yolks. Beat egg whites.
Slowly fold into mixture. Bake in greased casserole dish for 45 minutes.
Recipe compliments of Thelma Conner