Be a "Locavore"
Every Wednesday and Saturday at the Farmers Market across the street, we stock up on eggs, vegetables, and fruit produced within 100 miles of Orange.
In addition, we are currently featuring tomatoes and cantaloupe grown by Sharon's dad only 3 miles from the Holladay House!
When produce is allowed to completely ripen before harvesting, it is sweeter, more falvorful, and richer in color. Enjoy local produce at breakfast, and stop by the Farmers Market to take some home to remember your trip!
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VA Piedmont: Through the Artist's Eye
A Five Gallery Tour
November 9-14, 2008
Whether you love classic sculpture or the Blues, vivid watercolors or Irish tunes, timeless oil paintings or spectacular scenery, this tour has it all and more.
Virginia's Piedmont: Through the Artist's Eye brings you home to the landscape of our founding fathers and to the regions' most promising artists and galleries, providing you with the unique opportunity to meet artists (culinary and otherwise), authors and musicians, and to share in their celebration of the heritage and outstanding natural beauty for which the Virginia Piedmont is known.
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New Vacation Packages and Room Upgrades!
Coming Soon
Sam and Sharon are creating some fantastic new itineraries, travel packages, and room upgrades. We'll include a variety of offerings to suit almost any style, taste, hobby, or activity. Keep an eye on our website for the latest creations!
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| Chocolate Brunch Buffet
Presented by Tea, Lace and Roses in Culpeper
Our absolute favorite tea house, located just 25 minutes from Orange, is hosting the yummiest brunch ever: a Chocolate Brunch Buffet! Make your reservations quickly, as this event sells out fast! Stay at the Holladay House before or after the event and we will include a special "sweet dreams" chocolate nightcap.
When: Sunday, September 7th at 1pm
Where: Tea, Lace and Roses in Downtown Culpeper (only 25 minutes from the Holladay House)
How much: $39 per person, including tax/tip/glass of champagne
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Restoration Celebration
at James Madison's Montpelier
September 17, 2008
Constitution Day
There is no other perfect day to celebrate the completion of the architectural restoration of Montpelier than Constitution Day! Beginning at 11am, the full day of events includes words of inspiration from Chief Justice John Roberts, newscaster Jim Lehrer, and "James and Dolley Madison", a living flag, musicians, and food vendors. Stop in for a visit while commemorating this important milestone!
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New Digs at the Holladay House
 As many of you know, we have begun some exterior improvements, one of which is landscaping our backyard. When we removed an old walkway and dug into the dirt embankment behind the house, we uncovered a number of middle to late 19th century artifacts that reflect the domestic history of this Main Street landmark. The area we inadvertantly found was likely a "midden," a term archaeologists use to identify areas where past occupants discarded broken valuables, domestic items, and other trash. We recovered enough artifacts to prompt us to begin planning a formal archaeological survey and excavation of other areas in the back yard. Artifacts include ceramic shards from pottery and dinnerware, fragments of brick, mortar, coal, and bone, oyster shells, cut nails, and even an intact medicine bottle! Who would expect that, as an innkeeper, Sam would get a chance to put his archaeology training to work? |
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Other Upcoming Events
Aug 29-31: Somerset Steam and Gas Pasture Party
An annual August event, the Pasture Party displays exhibits of steam boilers and engines, gas engines, tractors, antique and classic cars, demonstrations of threshing and baling and any other displays or demonstrations related to this topic. A gate donation is requested to offset costs.
Sept 6: Annual Orange Street Festival
Main Street comes alive with over 12,000 people and hundreds of vendors from 9am - 5pm. There is a vendor for every taste, including the taste buds! Just step off our porch and enjoy the festivities!
Oct 4-5: Fall Fiber Festival and Sheep Dog Trials
From animal to sweater, this festival has it all! Whether you are a spinner, a felter or just curious, stop by to see how your favorite cashmere sweater got started. Throw in some Sheep Dog Trials, and be prepared for a fantastic day! Visit the Fall Fiber Festival website for details. Hours: Sat 10-5 and Sun 10-4. Ticket price: $5 Adults (16 years and up).
Oct 25: Pick of the Piedmont Wine Festival
A great way to sample all Piedmont wineries' finest in one lovely location. Held at Booster Park, just 5 mintues away.
Oct 31: Annual Downtown Orange Trick or Treating
A Downtown Orange custom for years, watch over 1200 kids trick or treat up and down Main Street from 3pm - 5pm. If desired, help us pass out 1200+ pieces of candy!
Oct 31: Ghost Walk at the Exchange Hotel
Embrace Halloween night by going on Gordonsville's Exchange Hotel Ghost Walk. While taking you from room to room, the Curator will lead you back through time while informing you of the lost souls on the property. You could be one of the lucky ones who meet "Annie Smith", the hotel's former cook; Mrs. Leevy who lost her sanity while her doctor husband treated soldiers; "George Plant," the hospital's grave digger; or one of the numerous Civil War Soldiers who died while receiving treatment here. Get spooked Saturday, Oct 31, 7-9pm or Sunday, Nov 1, 7-9pm. Adults $6, Children $3. Visit the Exchange Hotel Ghost Walk website for more details.
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