The Inn is well located just off Interstate 81 (Exit 247B) near Historic Old Town Harrisonburg, VA, minutes from James Madison University, and a short drive to many Shenandoah Valley attractions such as the Skyline Drive,Blue Ridge Parkway, two National Forests, the Civil War Trails, multiple Civil War Battlefields and Museums.

 

May News for You!

        
 In This Month's Edition:

May Flowers!

          

 

April Specials 

Our Stonewall Guest Family is growing at a torrid pace!

This Newsletter is being sent to over 4000 of our past guests who receive it every month.  As you might guess, there is a clamoring for reservations when there is some JMU/EMU or other special events or weekends. We call these times Premium, and shift into hyper drive to try and accommodate the "frequent stay" members of our Stonewall Brigade.  Alas, it has become impossible.  Best advice is always make your reservations as early as possible.  If we are full and you have a self-contained camper or RV, we have a big back yard :-), but first please give us a call.

    For those who have read this far, I have an April Wayne Deal:  For all past guests (you are in our guest database), go to our website and make an online reservation for any room during April midweek, (Sunday-Thurs) for $99. BUT you must request "Wayne's April Deal" in the "Special Needs & Notes" section of your on-line reservation request.  So, get your George Bush "Stimulus Check" and cash it here!!! 

Call 800-445-5330 today
or click on
http://www.webervations.com/
to reserve your room. Be sure to mention this special when making your reservation.

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 Wayne's Adventures

   

I'm off again!!  It's the season for weddings!  The latest "in-thing" is to tie the knot in some exotic location at a luxury resort, and the last week in May I will be doing just that.  No, I am not the groom :-), my bachelor status of 30 years still endures, but you never know...I've had a few close calls!  tee hee

    I am going to my grand niece's (Brandi Engel) knot-tying bash in the Dominican Republic at the posh  http://www.paradisuspalmareal.travel/  resort.  The celebration will go on for a week, so it might be like a Greek Wedding or Roman orgy.  Everyone will have a pass to all the resources of the resort and it is all inclusive, food and drinks included!  Brandi has fallen in love with Charley, an Award winning Chef (not too shabby) and they are a handsome well-matched couple. I plan to go deep sea fishing among other things!   Of course, many of my wild type relatives will be there, so it should be quite an exciting adventure.   If you would like to receive my usual daily traveling "Adventure ePostcards from the Edge" with pictures, relatives and all, drop me an email with your email address in the subject line. 

 

 

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The Innkeeper News  

 

Tanja is her name (pronounced Tanya), as she is from the Republic of South Africa (RSA).  She speaks Asrikaans, Dutch and learned English at the age of 19 to become a corporate travel agent in Pretoria, RSA.  With her combination of beauty, brains and personality, it is not surprising that several years ago a local Chiropractor Patrick Keefe was smitten.  So she now is Mrs. Keefe! But, she is now also my part-time Personal Assistant,Office Manager as well as a back-up Innkeeper to both Peter and me. She will probably answer the phone when you call and give you some delightful conversation with her pleasant voice and endearing Dutch accent.  (I love to hear her say Yaheess (yes))!  She provides a much need touch of class and great feminine aura to the place as Peter and I are a little on the Peter Pan flaky side; left over hippies from the Doo-Wop days :-).  She is a great Wendy for my adventurous Peter Pan side. Like my Innkeeper/Chef Peter, she is easy to love and loyal in character,  I am blessed!!!

 

"Stonewall Jackson's Command "

    Don't miss it, history comes alive here  May 17-18!!!  It's authentic, is an unforgettable sight, and it happens only once a year.  The Battlefield Park is only 17 miles up the road... for this occasion, the first 3 reservations for 2 for the three nights can be had for $99.  The rooms are Stonewall Jackson, Robert E. Lee, and the Turner Ashby.  But, as always,  you must make your reservation from our website and enter "Wayne's Battlefield Reenactment Special" in the notes section of your on-line reservation. First come, first choice.   Here is the skinny.  Call Wayne if you have questions.  800.445.5330

             144th Anniversary Battle of New Market Reenactment Slated for May 17-18, 2008

 Some 2,000 Civil War reenactors are expected to take part in the 144th anniversary reenactment of the Battle of New Market, May 17-18, 2008.  The event, held at the New Market Battlefield State Historical Park, is the oldest battle reenactment in the nation, and one of few held on the original site.  In addition to demonstrating Union and Confederate military tactics and camp activities, historical interpreters will portray civilian life during the Civil War era, including medical treatment, domestic crafts, and agricultural work.

“Put the boys in, and may God forgive me for the order.’’  With these words, Confederate General John C. Breckinridge ordered 257 cadets of the Virginia Military Institute into combat during the Battle of New Market on May 15, 1864.  Breckinridge’s 4,000-man army, including the cadets, went on to defeat a Union force of over 6,000 under General Franz Sigel in one of the south’s last significant victories of the Civil War.  Overall, the Confederates suffered 531 casualties, compared to 841 for the Union force.  Ten VMI cadets were killed or mortally wounded.

The New Market Battlefield State Historical Park is a National Historic Landmark administered by the Virginia Military Institute and includes the Bushong Farm, where the family hid as the fighting raged around them, and the Hall of Valor Museum, which interprets the battle and the military history of the Civil War in Virginia.  Both sites will be open free of charge to persons purchasing reenactment tickets. ($10)

The reenactment literally “starts with a bang” at 1:00 PM on Friday, May 16 with an artillery duel in the town of New Market.  A Union battery positioned along Old Cross Road (Rt. 211) will exchange fire with Confederate guns on Shirley’s Hill to the southwest.  Both batteries will occupy positions similar to those taken at the start of the battle in 1864. On Saturday, May 17, there will be living history presentations throughout the day on the battlefield and around the Bushong Farm.  At noon, the Stonewall Brigade Band of Staunton, Virginia will present a concert of Civil War music outside the Hall of Valor Museum.  Organized in 1855, the band won fame as part of the Stonewall Brigade, named for its first commander, Gen. Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson.  A Tactical Battle Reenactment will take place Saturday at 2:00 PM.   Activities continue on Sunday, May 18 with a Civil War period church service and living history programs.  The reenactment of the Battle of New Market occurs at 1:30 PM. For more information on the Battle of New Market Reenactment contact the New Market Battlefield State Historical Park at (866) 515-1864 (toll free), (540) 740-3101, or visit the Park web site at www.vmi.edu/newmarket.

You may remember that this Educational Foundation is our Signature Charity. A good number of our Stonewall Family has become educational Godparents of a deserving child who is at the poverty level.  For a mere $450, one can underwrite a full year of a good elementary school for such a student.  That includes books, food, clothes, everything.  I would encourage you to visit their webpage and request a very informative brochure. 

www.godparents4tz.org or email  tellmemore@godparents4tz.org
 

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 Did You Know?

 And

Guests of the Month

Enjoying a "Breakfast to Remember"

    The Stonewall Jackson Brigade is now deployed in Iraq.  Yes, the Brigade is alive, well, and is carrying Jackson's colors with all the legendary spirit for which this historic Brigade is famous!   In real time, this past month we had a happy, but combat weary Brigade soldier return from his active duty to meet and stay with his parents here at the Stonewall Jackson Inn. What a happy reunion it was!

     He was quick to tell me that the Brigade remains actively  proud of it's heritage and reputation for fierce battle engagements, loyalty to the flag  and it's commanders. The Brigade's mission is to protect supply convoys from IUD's and terrorist attack. He is SPC. Jeremy Green  and he has just completed his enlistment and a 2 year tour of duty.  He really loves the Shenandoah, plans to settle here and attend James Madison University this fall.  What an adjustment that will be for this fine lad....I shall be there for him if needed!  I thanked him in the name of all of our Stonewall Family for his Military Service on our behalf. 

    Here is a picture of him, with his parents Jim and Melinda; hands down, he is our featured and honored Guest of the Month.

 

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  A Night's Delight............

Finally, "A Night's Delight" At Harrisonburg's Finest (Wayne's Choice)!

    I have selected 4 locally owned restaurants that I have invited to partner with us to insure the "Night's Delight" dining part of our mission motto "A Night's Delight ~ A Breakfast to Remember".  When I refer a guest to a restaurant, I give them the guarantee that if the restaurant is not as I have described, and if they are not totally pleased with the food and service, they stay the night free, on me.  I have had that happen only once in the eight years we have been operating, and believe me, I had a quick conference with the owner/Chef. 

    Thus, I have settled on these restaurants as providing the very best value, food and service; each offer a different venue, atmosphere and cuisine. Some have entertainment, some just quiet intimate dining, all but The Copper Kettle are within walking distance from The Inn.  They are, in my current judgment, each the best in their class.  I eat at all of them at least once a month for a first hand, in-your-face, real time check out experience, to insure that I am up-to-date and confident of my guidance in assisting you with restaurant selection.

    But, most importantly, they have agreed to provide you, our guests, VIP special attention. Exceptional food, service, and bonus surprises when you make "Stonewall" reservations through us and present your Stonewall room key to the Maitre D and waiter..  Sometimes it might be a nice discount on your check, or perhaps a free dessert or appetizer, or a complimentary glass of wine or cup of coffee. All designed to give you a dining experience that you would like to insure your having a Stonewall "Night's Delight" dining experience. 

    The restaurants are: The Clementine Cafe, The Joshua Wilton House, La Italia and The Copper Kettle at Bryce Resort.   I will begin to feature each restaurant with menu, entertainment and other news. 

    This month, the John Jorgensen Gypsy Jazz group will pack em in at Clementine's and they will be staying with us again. (www.ClementineCafe.com & www.johnjorgenson.com )  They played to a full house last year at the beautiful downtown Court Square Theater (another one of our partners).  They are very good, and Clementine has a great intimate stage for them.  It will be a guaranteed "Night's Delight" for any Gypsy Jazz lover. 

     Come stay with us and meet the band at our "Breakfast to Remember" and enjoy Clementine's gourmet dinner cuisine. While the band entertains, you must have one of Amanda's super special mixed drinks or enjoy one of our good mellow Virginia wines.    For those of you that are going to take advantage of Wayne's Battle Reenactment Discounted rooms (see above), all this will occur the night of the Battle Reenactment.  An unbeatable weekend combo of good food and fun!

 

Roger's Adventures

Roger's is going on a Cruise! Roger and Tina are going to travel on the new Azamare Cruise Line which is owned my Royal Caribbean and Celebrity. Below is the ship and which ports they spend time in. Pictures of their adventure will be in the next months newsletter!!!!

Azamare Quest

 

 

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Travel Tips

.Airport Security Checks
In preparation for airport security checks, use the 'suspend' mode (Windows) as an alternative to making sure your battery has enough power to boot up. Activate the suspend mode the last time you use your laptop before going to the airport. It will restart quickly and consume almost no battery power, leaving the maximum battery charge if you want to work during the flight. for Mac users, it is the 'sleep' mode). When you go through airport security, you may be asked to turn your laptop on. Make sure your battery has enough power left, to avoid delays. The process may also be sped up by booting from a floppy diskette.

X-ray Machines: X-ray machines at airports are not a threat to your laptop's hard-drive or floppy disks. However, the security checkpoint conveyer belt is a target for thieves who watch for unattended equipment passing through the x-ray machines. As a result you may want to have a security guard hand check your machine rather than putting it through the conveyer.

Hotel Room Security: If you’re feeling insecure about leaving your notebook computer in the hotel room. leave it stowed in your room but take the removable disk drive with you when you leave.

Disguise Your Laptop: To help safeguard against theft, disguise your computer while traveling. Trade in the traditional computer case for a less conspicuous bag such as the Saddlebag. 

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Recipe of the Month
 

The Stonewall Jackson "Virginia is for Lovers" Honeymoon Pie 4U

Wayne's remake of an age old time-tested recipe !!  Results Guaranteed!

Ingredients: Two well-matched compatible people, Champaign, Chocolate, Massage. Candlelight, Intimate Whispers, Soft Caresses, Mellow Virginia wine, Eyes glowing with love, Very Red Roses, A Horse and Carriage

Directions:    Mix with care and season according to taste, then gently fold in...beautiful weather, Luxury Sheets and a "Breakfast to Remember" served in Bed. In chorus sing "Let me Call You Sweetheart"!

                                           

Serves:  Lovers of ALL ages (You included!)

 

                            Visit this page to see the results in Living Color with the fine print :-)

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                                    Ya'll come and we will make a Honeymoon Pie 4U & Squeeze

 

If this isn't the best Quiche you ever had, we will be surprised.  It has received nothing but Raves from our guests, and we are making it a Signature Breakfast, putting it in the famous class with our Eggs Benedict Nova Scotia, Croissant French Toast, Stonewall Hash, and of course, our succulent Jackson Omelets!   The "Killer" Quiche is a variation of Lorraine. 

Preheat oven to 375 F with catch baking sheets on the lower rack

Liquid Ingredients- 8 Grade A Large Eggs

                               1 Cup Heavy Cream

                               1/2 Cup Half and Half

                               Salt and pepper (coarse grind) to taste...be generous with the pepper!! (It looks good too!)

Blend or whisk thoroughly:      2 Cups coarsely chopped fresh baby spinach

                                               2 lbs. Bacon rendered and crumbled (Fresh Sausage can be used too)

                                               1 lb. Jarlsberg Swiss Cheese, coarsely grated   (Jarlsberg is a Semi Soft Part Skim Milk Sweet Cheese, Lucerene is similar if 

                                               Jarlesberg is not available).

Use either two-  8" pie shells in shallow aluminum pans, or one large 9" deep dish pie plate with a pre-rolled crust (for the latter, bake an additional 15 - 20 minutes).

Layer freshly chopped Spinach, then crumbled bacon and finally the grated Swiss cheese so it is rounded (it will all settle down as it bakes).  Gently top with the liquid ingredients, fill until it is  1/2 to 1/4 inches below the top of the pie crust., Use baking sheets underneath as it bakes it may spill over a little,

Bake smaller pie shells (aluminum) 35 - 40 minutes, larger (glass, deep dish) pie plates 50 - 55 minutes. To brown top of quiche if not as brown as you want it, broil final 3-4 minutes, or until desired color/texture is reached.

 

Enjoy, Bon Appetito!!     Peter

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Calendar of Events
For more information on any event, please call us at 800-445-5330 or visit:

Daily News Record
 Harrisonburg Tourism and Visitors Bureau.

***Innkeeper's Choice - See Below***

 

Home and Garden Show Apr 4 2008,4PM-9PM | James Madison University Convocation Center. Many design and landscape exhibits. Tickets are $2 per person and is valid for entire show weekend.   Valley Builders  View Map & Directions >

Spring Downtown Walking Tour Apr 5 2008,10:00 am | Hardesty- Higgins House "Renaissance of Downtown" Eddie Bumbauh, Director Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance.  Tours are approximately 45 minutes.  $5 fee benefits Downtown Beautification.  Advance reservations recommended (540) 432-8935. View Map & Directions >

***Innkeeper's Choice***

Miller-Kite Museum Open House Apr 12 2008,10AM-4PM | Miller-Kite Museum. House once used as Stonewall Jackson's headquarters.  Will be open in conjunction with the Elkton Centennial Jubilee celebration and Confederate History and Heritage Month.  Living history demonstrations by numerous reenactors, live music, horse drawn carriage rides, tours and refreshments.  Free and open to the public.  For more information, contact Casey Billhimer at 540-298-1717 or 289-9866. View Map & Directions >

The Shenandoah Stars Talent Competition Apr 12 2008,6:30 PM | Shenandoah Caverns-Yellow Barn. To enter the competition go the WHSV.com and click on the Contests link.  Must be 18 years old to enter the competition.  Tickets for the LIVE finale event may be purchased by calling The Yellow Barn at Shenandoah Caverns at 540-477-2432. Adults $10, children 6-12 years old $5.  Children 5 years old and under are free.  Tickets will be available at the door.  Shenandoah Caverns or WHSV. View Map & Directions >

18th Annual Brocks Gap Heritage Day. Apr 19 2008,11am-4pm | Fulks Run Elementary School. Over 130 different photo displays of old photographs highlight families, everyday life and activities, churches and schools of the area.  Visitors can use Pat Ritchie's personal library of family, local and regional histories.  New books will be available for sale.  Other authors and researchers will be on hand to gather information and sell their books.  Bring old family documents and photographs about Brocks Gap families to be copied for future books.  An additional copy is given to James Madison University Library for preservation.  The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Historical Society will be there with books about the county for sale.  No admission charge, however donations will be accepted to buy tombstones for local family cemeteries.  Eight monuments have been erected and more are planned for other cemeteries as donations are received.  View Map & Directions >

In Honor of Historic Garden Week in Virginia Apr 23 2008,2 PM | Arboretum JMU, Harrisonburg, VA.  Location: Frances Plecker Education Center located in the JMU Arboretum A free guided tour of the arboretum and the new Frances Plecker Education Center building. Local photographer, Frank Doherty, will show his work of the flora and fauna of the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum. Prior registration not required. JMU ArboretumView Map & Directions >

 

 
 

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