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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
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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.
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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. Jermy 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!
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Travel Tips
If you're planning a Caribbean cruise from June through
November you should know that you will be cruising during
hurricane season. Why would you choose to cruise during
hurricane season? Price is one reason. Typically your best
deals are during the fall months from late August to mid
December.
Statistically speaking, the chance that your particular
cruise is going to be affected by a hurricane is slim.
However, it does happen. Cruising during these months
requires you to be flexible. Itineraries can be disrupted by
even the mere threat of a storm. Usually the cruise line
whose Eastern Caribbean itinerary appears to be in the path
of the storm will simply switch over to the Western
Caribbean schedule and vice versa. If the cruise line can't
find a port, then the ship spends those days at sea. You
will not get a refund for the missed ports of call, as the
cruise lines reserve the right to change the itinerary. The
cruise lines' strategy has always been to avoid a storm, and
they have specific hurricane storm emergency response plans
to help them do this.
Best thing to do if you're cruising during this time is to
plan ahead. Arrive at the port of embarkation at least one
day prior to departure in case difficulties arise,
especially if you're cruising out of Florida. Also prepare
for the possibility that you might arrive home a day or two
late. The ship will wait out at sea if the hurricane is
threatening Florida.
Buy insurance, whether through the cruise line or an
independent provider - and make sure that the policy covers
disruption in case of weather-related events. If the cruise
is actually canceled, you will get a refund. However, it's
very rare for the cruise lines to cancel a cruise.
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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
:-)
Click
www.StonewallJacksonInn.com
Ya'll come and we will make a Honeymoon Pie 4U & Squeeze
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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***
Green Valley Book Fair
Green Valley Bookfair
is located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley and offers
visitors an incredible selection of books. Located just south of
Harrisonburg, Virginia, the Green Valley Book Fair features a
huge selection of new books at incredible bargain prices.
May 10-26
2008,9AM-7PM Daily | Green Valley
Details & Directions »
”Boats, Wagons, Trains &
Cars: 200 Years of Transportation in the Shenandoah Valley,
1739-1939"
May 12 2008,10:00
am-4pm | Harrisonburg-Rockingham Historical Society
The exhibit is a
colorful look at how the ways and means of transportation
evolved in the Shenandoah Valley from the early 18th to the
early 20th centuries. Exhibit highlights include the Valley
Road and road construction, gundalows, wagons, early automobile
transportation and covered bridges.
View Map & Directions >
Moss Birthday/WVPT
Anniversary Celebration
May 15 2008,7:30PM |
WVPT
A celebration of two
important dates for WVPT - the 40th anniversary of the
television station along with the 75th birthday of artist P.
Buckley Moss. An on-air auction of framed Moss prints will be
held. Visit
www.wvpt.net
for further information.
View Map & Directions >
Blue Grass, Gospel and
Country Music
Blue Grass** Gospel**
Country Music
May 15 2008,6:30pm |
Heritage Park
Enjoy an the evening
with the Ole Tyme Pickers & Charlie & Friends. Grab your blanket
or lawn chair and enjoy an evening in Heritage Park featuring
Blue Grass, Gospel, and Country Music.
May 17 2008,7:30 PM |
Cole Hall, Bridgewater College
Guest Artist Phillip
Skaggs of the Richmond Ballet performs with the Rockingham
Ballet Theatre. Reserved tickets: (540) 828-0026 $10 adult; $8
student/senior. General admission: $8 adult; $6 student/senior
on sale at Backstage Video (Bridgewater), Rocktown Gift Shoppe
(Hardesty Higgins House, Harrisonburg), Ben Franklin Crafts
(Broadway).
View Map & Directions >
***Innkeeper's Choice***
Dolley Madison's Birthday at
Montpelier
May 20
2008,9:30am-5:30pm | Montpelier
Celebrate Dolley
Madison's birthday at Montpelier, the Virginia plantation she
called home for nearly half a century. Birthday cake for all, &
free admission for those who share Dolley's birthday. Hands on
fun for kids; active archaeological excavations; 2 miles of
hiking trails through the 200 acre old growth forest. Four
miles SW of Orange on Rt 20. Telephone General information:
(540) 672-2728.
View Map & Directions >
Horses, Livery Stable,
Saddlery and Blacksmiths
May 24 2008,10:00 and
11:00am | Hardesty- Higgins House
Classic Carriage will
take you on a Conestoga covered wagon ride pulled by Sonny and
Cher, draft horses, through downtown while Bob Privott,
Publisher of In and Around Harrisonburg portrays Mayor Issac
Hardesty in the early 1800's. Space is limited to 12
participants. Reservations recommended at (540) 432-8935.
View Map & Directions >
7th Annual Herb and Garden
Festival
Items for your garden
May 24
2008,9:00am-4:00pm | James Madison University Arboretum
Featuring vendors
from areas of Virginia, plus Maryland, Pennsylvania, and North
Carolina selling zone appropriate perennials, herbs, trees,
shrubs and other garden items.
JMU Arboretum
View Map & Directions >
View other
Outdoor Events
Fun Day in the Park
Celebrate Summer-
Public Safety Displays- Music- Food- Moon Bounce- Inflatable
Super Slide- Petting Zoo
May 24 2008,10am-2pm
| Broadway Community Park
Public Safety
Displays
>Harrisonburg Police
Department Motorcycle demonstrations
>Harrisonburg Police Department K-9 Unit
>Rockingham County
Fire/ Rescue
>Rockingham County
Sheriff's Department
>Broadway Fire
Department
>Broadway Emergency
Squad
>Broadway Police
Department
>Air Care Helicopter
Music
>Broadway High School
Jazz Band
>J.F. Hillyard Jazz
Band
>J.F.Hillyard Pep
Band
>Randy Black and Soul
Dressing
Food
>Smileys Ice Cream
>Hendersons Pork
Rinds
>Mountaintop
Kettlecorn
Activities
>Moon Bounce
>Inflatable Super
Slide
>Face painting
>Balloons
>Games
>Art Activities
>Skateboarding
activities** Sponsored by Concrete Surf
>Petting Zoo** by
Tenth Legion 4-H
View Map & Directions >
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