Let It Snow! - Berryville Main Street

Berryville Main Street Winter 2015
Let It Snow!
Note for the Executive Director - Sue Ross
W
hat a beautiful place we live in. So wonderful
in fact that there may be many spirits who
have decided never to leave! In October, Berryville
Main Street partnered with Historic Ghost Tours
of Winchester to lead 4 Walking Ghost Tours of
Berryville. Approximately 100 people came on the
tours, and along with getting local and civil war
history, many took very interesting pictures, heard
voices and names, and definitely got goosebumps with the hair standing up
on their arms!
We also brought back the Progressive Dinner in October. Starting at Camino
Real for a fabulous selection of appetizers with wine and margaritas, we then
went to Focaccia for a delicious dinner, and to the Boyd’s Nest for a selection
of desserts and even a little box of chocolates at each place setting. What
a wonderful way to spend an evening on Main Street with friends. Look
forward to another one this spring.
Calendar of Events:
At Barns of Rose Hill
12/11.......Dirk Powell and Riley Baugus
12/12.......Art Demonstration for the
Holidays (at Fire House)
12/13.......Classical Music Series:
Matt Palmer
12/20......Fall Film Series
(details see page 3)
The trees have lost their leaves, but soon colorful lights will dress them in
their holiday attire.
Berryville Main Street will assist by bringing back our “Light Up the Town”
event and with the annual Christmas Tree Lighting.
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Note from a Volunteer - By: Lisa Deckevith
T
is the season for giving, and I love giving back by volunteering at the
Firehouse Gallery and Berryville Main Street.
It is a joy to volunteer at the Firehouse Gallery while being surrounded by
exquisite art, all created by local artisans. Walking into the gallery, you
catch the aroma of hand crafted soaps and Black Dog Coffee. You are also
immediately captivated by the beauty of the oil and water color paintings,
sculptures, photography, pottery, cards, baskets, woodcarvings, and a bounty
of unique jewelry. Meeting the artists and hearing how they create their
work is also a wonderful reason to volunteer here, as well as meeting people
from near and far.
Local and visiting customers are very friendly and it is always great to hear
them say, “This is exactly what I have been looking for!” Hopefully the
holidays and the new year will bring you everything you have been looking
for also!
Holiday Gift Wrapping
Every Sat. & Sun through Dec. 20
local non-profit organizations will be at
Old Deli location. Free will offering.
Wrapping will be ..........provided but must
your own boxes. Saturdays noon to
4:00, Sundays 1:00 - 4:00.
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News from Berryville Main Street And Its Members
Membership News
A special thanks for your continued support of Berryville Main Street…
Returning Members
Eleanore Kobetz
Boyd’s Nest Restaurant and Catering
Camino Real
Social Graces
Berryville Family Chiropractic
Anytime Fitness
New Members
Ghost Tours of Old Town Winchester
Lloyd's Transfer and Storage
Member Feature – Body Art Tattoo
THERE IS SIGNIFICANT ARTISTIC TALENT ON BERRYVILLE MAIN STREET !!
By: Sharon Painter
T
ommy Painter’s Body Art Tattoos celebrated its 20-year anniversary in 2015 at its new location at 119 West Main Street and
offers body art by two very highly skilled, seasoned artists.
Jason McCarty offers a unique style of
tattooing sought by many clients from outside
the State of Virginia. He has developed
a reputation for the Studio through his
photo-realistic and portrait tattooing, having
received over 200 awards at national and
international level competitions.
By joining the holiday festivities in Berryville
this year, YOU could be one of the 11 lucky
winners!
Working along side Jason in the past 10 years is Neil Stavely. Besides tattooing, he and his wife Keri own Tin Top & Handmade
Gallery in Winchester, VA. Tin Top is a gallery gift shop featuring fine art, jewelry, and home goods by independent artists and
crafters from across the USA. Neil and Keri specialize in hand carved, hand pressed block prints of wood or linoleum block
and either print by hand burnishing or with a letterpress. They also do original, one of a kind carved wood cut paintings and
assemblages. Commissioned art includes albums, band art, logos, and package designs. Their goal is to bring unique contemporary
art and craft to this area and to encourage support for independent artists/crafters.
More information can be found at www.bodyarttattoostudio.com and
https://tintopart.blogspot.com and www.facebook.com/tintopart.
Ladies start your
spring wardrobe
NOW!
Tuesday - Saturday, 10-5
20 East Main Street
540-955-8155
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News from Berryville Main Street And Its Members
Presidents Corner
I
f you have been checking your social
media, you will see we have been
shaking things up at Berryville Main
Street and the Fire House Gallery in
2015. It is our hope to continue the
momentum in 2016. With new directors
in both entities, they (with the help of
volunteers) are coming up with new
ways to inspire and interact thru art and
community. We are very grateful to Sue
and Amy for how they have stepped up.
There are new, simpler, 2016 membership
applications now available at reduced
rates from 2015. It is our hope to have
all businesses in Clarke County and
surrounding area to join us. This will
further the mission. Please see Sue for
details.
We welcome your feedback – please let us know (via Sue) what you think of the changes and new undertakings we have done
and/or initiated. Lastly, be sure to check out the new websites, Facebooks Pages , etc.
All of us here at Berryville Main Street are wishing you and yours a happy, health and safe holiday season.
Happenings at
Barns of Rose Hill.
Take a look at coming Events…
For more information please call 540-955-2004 or visit www.barnsofrosehill.org
December 11 Dirk Powell and Riley Baugus: Don’t miss two of the country’s most respected masters of old-time
music! Performance starts at 8:00, doors open at 7:30. $20.00 in advance, $25.00 at the door.
December 13 Classical Music Series: Matt Palmer: Guitarist Matt Palmer has appeared as a soloist throughout
the United States, Europe, Mexico, Canada, South America, and the Caribbean. Matt Palmer has gained
worldwide recognition as a virtuosic and soulful concert artist. Performance starts at 8:00, doors open at 7:30.
$20.00 in advance, $25.00 at the door.
Sunday December 20 Fall Film Series: Barns of Rose Hill presents the Magic Lantern Fall Film series: “Far
From the Madding Crowd”. Based on the literary classic by Thomas Hardy, Far From The Madding Crowd,
is the story of independent, beautiful and headstrong Bathsheba (Carey Mulligan), who attracts three very
different suitors: a sheep farmer, captivated by her fetching willfulness; a handsome and reckless Sergeant;
and a prosperous and mature bachelor. Film starts at 4:00, doors open at 3:30. $5.00 for BORH and Magic
Lantern members, $8.00 for non-members. For more information visit www.barnsofrosehill.org Barns of
Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers Court, Berryville, Va.
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“Sightings and Such from the South”
(Boyce, Waterloo, White Post that is..)
Hill High Bakery & BBQ Company - by: Deborah Heimburger
H
ill High Bakery & BBQ Company relocated to Berryville in July 2015 after operating as Hill High
Country Store in Round Hill since 1946. The new site has a rich history in Clarke County, having
served as a trailer park, antique store, car repair shop, food market, tack shop, and most recently as
Mr. B’s Barbecue.
Building on its reputation for fresh-baked pies, this mother-daughter owned business is now generating
a loyal fan base for the barbecue emerging from the smokers surrounding the store. Although the
slow-smoked pulled pork is the traditional favorite, customers are also enticed by platters of St. Louisstyle ribs, beef brisket, smoked chicken and stuffed meatloaf; all complemented by a variety of housemade sides.
Hill High also offers catering services, custom-made cakes and pies, sandwich platters, cookies and
desserts, along with seasonal specialties. Trickling Springs ice cream, Black Dog Coffee, Falling Bark
syrup and raw honey, Newsoms Nuts, Fun Country Kettle Corn and Hill High’s own label jams and
jellies attest to its partnership with the local community to bring the best products to its customers.
When you visit, the most memorable part of your visit, though, may very well be to share a laugh and a good story. These girls have
been cooking together for nearly 7 years and it’s the fun that keeps them going. They’ll be smoking country hams and turkeys to
order through New Year’s. Pick up a gift box filled with homemade candies and baked goods for a perfect teacher gift!
The Treasures of Berryville
Christmas in Berryville - By Sharon Strickland
Living in Berryville during the holidays is magic. First, there was a wonderful Christmas parade and the town and county
folks came prepared to grab tons of candy being thrown at the crowds as the spirit of Christmas descends upon all. In this little
mountain town, nestled in the Shenandoah Valley, people shout “Merry Christmas” and if you are not a Christian, people just
wave back,. Friendliness is one of the gifts of Berryville for the town embraces the holidays here. It is wonderful.
All about this town are Christmas tree farms and families can make a day of walking about and picking out that one special tree.
If you do not want to search, there will be fresh trees on many street corners for sale. It is not hard to find that one special tree.
If you need your chimney cleaned for holiday fires, there are services all about that will come and clean the creosote buildup in
your chimney. Just call and schedule a visit.
If you need a wreath for the front door, stop by the shops on Main Street to find the perfect garland and wreaths. They will
smell wonderful.
Don’t forget to ink on your calendar a visit to see the wonderful Christmas decorations at Rosemont. I have been privileged for
several years to assist with the touring crowds and they are always in awe of the gorgeous festive decorations. Rosemont is one of
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News from Berryville Main Street And Its Members
Downtown Space Available
22-B E. MAIN ST.
1500 sq. ft. $1500./mo.
(2nd floor) 703-928-0431
Jerry Johnson
13 E. MAIN ST.
2400 sq. ft.//$2300/mo.
540-323-0732 Chip Schutte
DOOR #8 AT REAR OF OLD
BATTLETOWN HOTEL BLDG.
(Turret room) 400 sq. ft./$400/mo.
(heat Included)
540-323-0732 Chip Schutte
206 FIRST ST.
56,000 sq. ft. Concrete former apple
storage. Ideal for heavy iron work,
carpentry, sculpture. All uses /offers
considered. You are limited only by
your own imagination
610-390-6612 Giel Millner
5 SOUTH CHURCH ST.
336 sq. ft. $650/mo.
540-662-0323 John Scully
1 WEST MAIN ST.
1500 sq.ft. $1500/mo.
540-662-0323 John Scully
8B CHALMERS CT
Approximately 1000 Sq. ft. 90%
renovated, well lit parking. Lease
terms to be discussed.
540-539-1775 Clark Fortney
[email protected]
37E. MAIN
Approx. 2000 sq feet.
$8.75 per square foot.
Please call Remax Roots
540-323-0732
Berryville Main Street
is a not-for-profit organization
founded in 1988 to promote &
support downtown Berryville
as the retail, commercial and
cultural center of Berryville &
Clarke County
BOARD MEMBERS
Jerry Johnson
President
Susi Bailey
Treasurer
Jay Arnold
Economic Restructuring Committee
Merchants Committee
Sherry Craig
Merchants Committee
Christina Kraybill
Firehouse Gallery Committee
Abel Ramos
Economic Restructuring Committee
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our special treasures in Berryville and the locals love showing it off. Too bad that
those darn squirrels won’t stop nibbling on the wires for the lights that once lighted
up the large trees that greet you as you enter the grounds of Rosemont. Come and
enjoy the cookies and cider prepared for all guests. Pick up a keepsake of your visit.
The ornaments and wine glasses with the Rosemont crest are lovely and make
nice presents.
Elizabeth Mock
Design Committee
Tricia James
Firehouse Gallery Committee
Kathy Pierson
Promotions Committee
Amy Barley
Fire House Gallery Director
Make sure to stop in at The Cookie Guy’s store on Crow Street. Cookie Man Dan
offers great chocolate and cookies and coffee and he now has sandwiches.
Sweet Peas and other vendors in town will be open during the Christmas season
and will offer great gifts. I love to shop there and at the Berryville Treasures. Great
gifts. Don’t forget to stop in to Fire House Gallery & Shop to view what our locals
make for sale. The jewelry is just beautiful and reasonable. We have a book store
with a cat that has an eye on Main Street and he likes to stare. Venture over to the
other markets on our various streets. You do not have to drive far to find a special
gift in Berryville. Berryville is just a treasure for all. Come and visit. Stay awhile
and enjoy the foods and the people. Get your hair done or cut. Want a facial?
You can get that too. If you are looking for a handmade belt or sandals, walk on
down to our local shop selling leather goods. Our town is loaded. Walk about
and breathe in the fresh air. Our town sits inside The Berryville Bowl. Just look
about and notice how the Blue Ridge Mountains form a blue rim about our town.
What a gift. We are written up as one of the safest towns in the state and one of
the best “Main Street” communities in the Commonwealth. Explore Berryville.
It is our best treasure! Merry Christmas to all from Sharon Strickland, a proud
Berryville resident.
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& Happenings
Gallery News
Fire House Gallery Holiday Hours! (Through January 1, 2016)
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays: 11-4:00
Fridays: 11-6:30
Saturdays: 11-6:30
Sundays: 12-4:00
Art Education and Artist
Demonstrations for the
Holidays!
This year the Gallery will hold Live
Art-Making Demonstrations over
the weekends leading to the Holidays.
Four incredibly talented artists are
sharing their talents and passion thank you to Rachel Rogers-Rodgers
(jewelry), Julie Read (Watercolor), Jo
Russell (photography), and Cheryl
Suitor (oil)!
See our flyer below for details about
who, what and when! For more
information call 540 955 4001 or
see our Facebook page or website at
firehousegalleryva.com.
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Fire House Gallery is headed to
500!
This Coupon could go to YOU! Like us,
tell your friends, share the love for Local Art!
FUTURE EXHIBITIONS are in planning stages. Themes are as follows:
January: Art as Healing will demonstrate how creating art has helped one or more artists overcome either a physical or mental struggle. This will be an Invitational Exhibit.
Feburary: Love will be a show about just that. The many ways of showing love by member artists.
March: Mini Member Art show. Artists will be announced on our website and Facebook page!
FRANKFORD
FARM
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Our “Light up the Town” event is to honor
or to memorialize the memory friends
and family by placing their name on a
sign placed around the lit up trees on
Main Street during the holidays. A $10.00
donation is requested and applications
can be found on our website or at
our office.
Berryville Main Street has also been
busy adding new board members.
Elizabeth Mock, owner of Modern
Mercantile, is bringing her creative
energy to our design committee, and
by organizing downtown merchants.
Activities include Second Saturday
events in November and December.
Abel Ramos, owner of Camino Real has
been a valued presence on Main Street
for many years, and will be bringing a
restaurateurs perspective to our board.
Speaking of board members, we are happy to announce Christina Kraybill,
owner of My Neighbor and Me, as our new Vice President!
With all the changes on our board, we invited Kyle Meyer from the
Department of Housing and Community Development to come and give us
a series of trainings with all kinds of valuable information to help support
our Main Street partners and business owners.
With so much synergy downtown these days, please join us and become a Friend or Partner of Berryville Main Street. You
can become a Partner for $60.00 a year, or a Friend for $25.00 a year. For our supportive and wonderful established members,
it is time to renew, and you will be seeing a renewal application in the mail in the next month. For more information and an
application please see our website at www.berryvillemainstreet.org or call 540-955-4001.
Happy Holidays from all of us at Berryville Main Street!
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Editor: Kathy Pierson
Contributors: Lisa Deckevith, Sharon Painter , Sharon Strickland and Deborah Heimburger
23 E. Main Street • P.O. Box 372 • Berryville, VA 22611
Phone 540 955-4001 • Fax 540 955-0909
[email protected] • www.berryvillemainstreet.org
Newsletter is published by Berryville Main Street. Its purpose is to provide news about people and events in and around
the historic district; promote local business; and raise awareness about the many ways a vibrant downtown contributes to
a community’s quality of life. Berryville Main Street is a 501(c)3 organization and part of Virginia Main Street since 1992.
The Main Street program was launched in 1985 by the National Trust for Historic Preservation to encourage growth and
revitalization of commercial districts in towns across the United States.