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April 13-15, 2013 in Central Virginia

Events

Where did the April showers go?  It’s been extremely dry in Central Virginia this year and we’re about 2″ behind in rainfall.  The dry conditions  coupled with this week’s high winds makes for dangerous fire conditions.  It’s still Spring...

Smoked Virginia Lamb

James' Favorite Recipes

Several folks asked for the process and recipe for preparing this years Easter Lamb at Kamp Karen (our home between Zion Crossroads & Gordonsville, Virginia), so here goes! Starting with a boned leg of lamb,  I rubbed smoked salt, fresh ground block pepper,...

Zion Crossroads, Virginia Area Events for 4/7-8/2012

Events

Looking for another Easter Egg Hunt?  Check out Beaver Dam Baptist Church at 10 AM on Saturday 4/7.  This should be lots of fun so come on out! Also, the Book Sale continues through Sunday 4/8 at the Gordon Avenue Library in Charlottesville.  We’ve already made...

2012 Library Book Sale

Events

As you can probably tell from the photo, I come from a family that loves books.  I’ve got designs for my library (loosely based on Sir Walter Scott’s library at Abbotsford) rolling around in my head.  In Central Virginia this week, we’ve got a great...

Weekend Activities 3/31 & 4/1/2012

Events

This weekend we’re taking the grandsons to an Easter EGGSTRAVAGANZA!  With several to choose from in Central Virginia, we’re going to attend the EGGSTRAVAGANZA at Zion United Methodist Church in Zion Crossroads from 11 AM to 1 PM on Saturday.  The annual...

Weekend of 3/17 & 18/ 2012

Events

What to do for fun this weekend?  Don’t forget, it’s the second weekend of the Highland County, Virginia Maple Festival.   If you’ve never been, head over and enjoy some great maple donuts while learning how we make maple syrup in Virginia. Also,...