The April Biz Buzz brought members together at the Middleburg Community Center, which is marking its 80th year of service to Middleburg.
“Of course, this campus is dear to me as this was my grandmother’s horse farm,” said Punkin Lee, President of MBPA, “She lived in the house right off the front terrace where MCC Executive Director Elizabeth lives now. Two of her boarders who fox hunted and rode in the show ring were General Billy Mitchell, who later built the house at the current Boxwood Winery, and General George Patton, who we all know from our history books!”
The Community Center is going full steam ahead into its eighth decade, led by new Board President Jason Vickers, Executive Director Elizabeth Rose, and Director of Operations Sue Foote.
“It feels especially meaningful to introduce myself as the new Board President,” Jason said. “This place represents so much of what makes Middleburg special; a place for connection and community that brings people together,”
He continued, “I look forward to working alongside the Board, staff, and broader community to build on our strong foundation to ensure the center remains a vibrant and welcoming place for everyone.”
MCC has a full schedule of events coming up, including Neighbors and Friends on May 28. “This used to be called the New Neighbors Club,” Elizabeth explained. “We renamed it to make clear that everyone is welcome! We have also created sponsorships to engage our business community more fully. These are customized for you to set you up for success and make it as beneficial to your business as possible.”
If you are interested in sponsoring, please contact Elizabeth.
“We are super excited to have you here,” smiled Sue. “The free summer concert series kicks off with the Crooked Angels in April and on May 8, we will host The Green Leaf Society, a wonderful local bluegrass band. The concert series continues through September, and we hope you will join us!”
“We are working on the pool this year and partnering with the YMCA,” she continued. “We will have a great group here to offer more aquatic programming and longer hours.”
Dana Henry from Visit Loudoun stopped by to give updates on happenings in the great Loudoun community.
“Our annual meeting and tourism awards are on May 8, and sponsorship tables are available,” she said. “You can also simply buy a ticket to join us!”
Visit Loudoun spent a day at Breaux Vineyards with NBC’s The Today Show, featuring the Scrape for the Grape program, the annual volunteer campaign to combat the Spotted Lantern Fly and protect the county’s vineyards, fruit trees, and other crops from this destructive invasive species. Look for Visit Loudoun on The Today Show in the coming weeks.
Click here to see what Visit Loudoun is up to in the coming months!
“As I said last month at Salamander, the replies on the Member Survey indicated more interest in town non-profits, so we thought it fitting our first featured non-profit should be the Middleburg Charitable Foundation,” Punkin announced. “However, Eric Scheps had a curve ball thrown late in the day, and he is unable to be here. I wanted to let you know that we are trying to fulfill your request.”
MBPA Updates
The Town Duck has opened in their second location in Middleburg while continuing operations at its Warrenton location. The Middleburg shop is located at 4 West Marshall Street behind the Middleburg Museum.
Upcoming Events
NSLM’s conservation program on American Rivers
Foxcroft Reunion Weekend
Crooked Angels concert at the Community Center
Maison Qala’s Spring Launch at Loudoun Market
Middleburg Spring Races at Glenwood Park
Cana Vineyards’ Budbreak Festival
Arbor Day at The Hill School
Middleburg 10k, 5k & Kids Fun Run
Middleburg Wellness Day at the Community Center
Arbor Day Celebration at the Upperville Show Grounds
Middleburg Hunt Point‑to‑Point
Sunday Sketch at NSLM
Click here for all the latest events!
Town Updates
“You may remember about four and a half years ago, I introduced a very nervous young lady to everyone at Salamander,” laughed Danny Davis, Middleburg Town Manager. “Ali MacIntyre has announced that she is taking a new position, and we are sad to let you know that she is no longer with the Town.”
“She’s been such a great team member, building relationships with all of you and bringing such joy and energy to Middleburg,” Danny said. “We will miss her but are excited for her in this new chapter of her career; and the good news is that her new job has an office in Middleburg, so there’s a good chance that you’ll still see her dancing down the street!”
In the coming weeks, the Town will release a job requisition, so if you know a high energy person with excellent relationship building skills who can manage events, please reach out to Danny or check the Town’s website for the job listing.
Middleburg’s Yearlong America 250 Celebration continues April 24 at Lost Barrel Brewing for Trivia Night. The first 100 guests will receive a $20 gift card to spend on food and drinks that evening.
Special Announcement
“For several years, Traci Pasqualone of Stroll Willowsford and The Hill School have sponsored the open late Shop & Stroll during the holiday season,” explained Treavor Lord, Head of The Hill School.
“She charges a modest registration fee for participants and gives 100% of the fees to a local charity, and I am pleased to announce that this year Seven Loaves Services is the recipient of $2,655!”
Door Prizes
Thank you to MCC, Potomac Bank, Bull Run Turf, Upperville Colt & Horse Show, Katie Barchas Wilson, Loudoun Market, and Salamander Middleburg for bringing door prizes! Congratulations to our winners: Tami Erikson, Danielle Crouch, Karla Etten, Lindsay Bennington, Katie Barchas Wilson, Sar Tyndall, Laura Smith, Lauren Black, and Megan Jenkins.
The next Biz Buzz is Tuesday, May 12 at Boxwood Estate Winery from 5:30-7:30 pm. See you there!