CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA MEET THE ARTIST, P. BUCKLEY MOSS

Are you familiar with the work of P. Buckley Moss? If you are, then you want to know about her "Meet the Artist" days coming in April and July. If you are not familiar with this wonderful artist then you need to know about her! 

The P. Buckley Moss Society will hold a
A special "Meet the Artist" event at the P.Buckley Moss Museum, April 23 - 25 and July 16 -18.

We are just a hop, skip and a jump from the P. Buckley Moss museum.
Stay in scenic Sugar Hollow and enjoy a pleasant visit with Pat Moss while viewing all the different "periods" of her body of work. Remember to bring your paintings for her to sign. 


A bit of interesting history --

As a young girl Ms. Moss was determined by her teachers to be "not proficient at anything", a conclusion  probably attributable to dyslexia which was a generally misunderstood reading and perceptional "disorder". Nonetheless, one of her teachers recognized that this little girl was truly artistically gifted and this conclusion led to future education and training that nourished her impressive talent.

In 1964 after she and her husband, Jack Moss, moved their family to Waynesboro, Virginia, Ms. Moss
began to incorporate the quiet beauty of the rural scenery and to express the special qualities of the picturesque and deeply religious Amish and Mennonite "plain" people. These new artistic aspects are the elements for which her work is so sought after today.

Through her Foundation for the Education of Children Ms. Moss champions education for all children, especially education for children who learn differently. She does this by supporting the use of the visual and performing arts in all educational programs.


As her website explains her comprehensive body of work --


"In her art and in her life speaks a language that all of us are able to understand. Talent, determination, intelligibility, a little luck, and lots of caring are all part of the Moss phenomenon. These are the attributes that constitute Moss' life and fill her art. For many who know her work and are familiar with her life and her upbeat philosophy, she truly is "THE PEOPLE'S ARTIST".

For more information about Pat and her work, order the DVD, "P. Buckley Moss: The Lady Behind the Brush", a documentary by WVPT Public Television."


 

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA HISTORIC GARDEN WEEK, APRIL 17-20, 2010

Are you ready for spring? The answer is an unqualified, YES!

Forget the snow, curl up with your gardening catalogs now, dream of spring and make plans to come to Historic Garden Week in Charlottesville, VA, April 17-20, 2010.

You will see all types of gardens to inspire every gardening passion from cottage gardens to cutting gardens to annual, perennial, herb and water gardens. Estate homes and gardens, country homes and gardens, the gardens and estate at Monticello, and the gardens of the University of Virginia are just some of the offerings that you will enjoy.

You will surely want to stay several days to take in all of the programs. At Sugar Hollow we are happy to offer you comfortable accommodations in a beautiful country setting - a perfect compliment to your garden touring and restful retreat at the end of the day. Let us know if you need assistance purchasing tickets. We will be happy to assist you.

Go to the Charlottesville/Albemarle Garden Club website for details on schedule, garden locations and purchasing tickets.

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA GEORGE STRAIT REVISITED

Rescheduled for Saturday, April 3. Reserve now!

George Strait canceled his Charlottesville January concert with Reba McEntire and has rescheduled for Saturday, April 3. Their January concert sold out quickly, so get your tickets now.

Can you beat this? Two of the top performers in country music will appear in Charlottesville at our premier entertainment venue, the John Paul Jones Arena, only 25 minutes from Sugar Hollow.

George Strait with Reba McEntire!

Saturday night only, April 3 30.
One performance only, 7:00 pm
Tickets are still available, but hurry, it will be a sold-out concert!

Make a reservation at http://www.sugarhollow.com/ and mention this blog for a 10% discount.
Email us at innkeeper@sugarhollow.com.

Charlottesville, VA, Celtic Woman in Concert

Celtic Woman - Songs from the Heart coming in February to John Paul Jones Arena

What better  way to enjoy a (slightly belated) Valentine's celebration than to see Celtic Woman live and in concert!

They are coming to Charlottesville, VA on Friday, February 19, 2010 with an all new live show for one night only!

The awe inspiring vocalists Lisa, Chloë, Lynn and Alex along with Celtic violinist Máiréad are capturing the hearts of fans across the country on a whirlwind tour of Americ, which includes Charlottesville, Virginia!

Their critically acclaimed new television special, CELTIC WOMAN – SONGS FROM THE HEART, filmed live from Powerscourt House and Gardens in Ireland has been huge on PBS. Come see Celtic Woman with their 6 piece band and the Aontas Choir perform unique renditions of Irish standards, classical favorites and contemporary hits. CELTIC WOMAN - SONGS FROM THE HEART  will be a live concert event that you and your Valentine will never forget!

Stay with us in Sugar Hollow and enjoy Friday night at the concert and a relaxing Saturday by the fireplace or out touring wineries.

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA GETAWAY IN MARCH

Consider March  -- Ready for a great outing to celebrate the end of winter!

Consider a premier entertainment venue -- Charlottesville's magnificent John Paul Jones Arena

Consider Monday, March 1 - ANNIE - 7:30 pm -- Leapin' Lizards! Don't miss this all-new production of this classic musical with "It's a Hard Knock Life,"  "Tomorrow" and many more of your favorites from this timeless and hope-filled performance.

Consider, Saturday, March 20 - 7:00 pm -- TAYLOR SWIFT - Grammy Award Winner for Album of the Year, kicks off her Fearless 2010 Tour. This is a must see. Remember that Taylor Swift is the youngest artist in history to be nominated for Country Music's Entertainer of the Year award.This show will sell out quickly. Order your tickets now!

Consider staying with us in Sugar Hollow and make it a perfect entertaining and relaxing weekend! We would love to have you as our guests!

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA COUNTRY MUSIC

Can you beat this? Two of the top performers in country music will appear in Charlottesville at our premier entertainment venue, the John Paul Jones Arena, only 25 minutes from Sugar Hollow.

George Strait with Reba McEntire!

Saturday night only, January 30.
One performance only, 7:00 pm
Tickets are still available, but hurry, it will be a sold-out concert!

Make a reservation at http://www.sugarhollow.com/ and mention this blog for a 10% discount.
Email us at innkeeper@sugarhollow.com.

Charlottesville, VA A RECIPE FOR YOU !

Everyone wants this recipe, the tastiest and easiest dessert you'll ever make!

Raspberry Almond Bars

Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cup old fashion or quick oats
1 cup sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) butter
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup raspberry preserves
2/3 cup chopped almonds

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl mix together the flour, oats and sugar. Cut in the butter with pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the almond extract until blended. Reserve 2 cups of this oat mixture and press remaining mixture over the bottom of a 9 x 13 pan.

Put raspberry preserves in a bowl and stir until it liquefies for easier spreading. Spread preserves over the top within 1/2 inch of the edge.

Mix the almonds with the reserved oat mixture. Spread reserved oat mixture evenly over the preserves and then press down gently to slightly compact the oat-and-almond mixture into the jam.

Bake 25-30 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool in the pan on a wire rack. Cut into 2 inch bars. Yum!