Pleasant Living Magazine

More than 46 designers and artisans have lovingly reinvented the magnificent Rothesay, home of George and Ann Anderson.

This spectacular 30 room Tudor mansion located at 1234 Rothesay Circle in Richmond, Virginia, was built in 1913 by Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Bryan with the assistance of renowned Virginia architect, W. Duncan Lee.  Purchased in 1934 by Mr. and Mrs. Edward Anderson, the estate is situated on eight lush acres of Charles Gillette designed gardens overlooking the James River.

The history of this particular designer house is unique since Mrs. Isabel Scott Anderson, the mother of the current owner, was instrumental in the formation of the Richmond Symphony.  Ella Fitzgerald once sang in Rothesay’s living room.  A mini-series about the early life of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis was also filmed at this magnificent estate.

Teachers are making their decisions now about which field trips to take this school year.  The Virginia Historical Society wants to be on their list of places to visit to help them put a "face" to the history that they teach in the classroom. The Youth Education Fund enables all students in public, private, and home schools to enjoy field trips to the VHS.  With your help, we can provide educational programs and tours of our exhibitions, along with pre-visit and follow-up teaching materials for various educational programs during the upcoming school year. I've seen kids get excited about learning when we study the Powhatan people in eastern Virginia, the Civil War and how it tore a new nation apart, or how families migrated west to make a better life for themselves.  We help make history come alive for them, and they are fascinated by it. Every donation helps, and no amount is too small.  Your contribution to the Youth Education Fund will ensure that, come field trip time, the bus is full and no child is left behind. donate now

Sincerely,

Chris Van Tassell Program Coordinator

Vineyards by the Fountain

Newport News, VA – Celebrate the fruits of the vineyard at the fifth annual Wine Festival on Saturday, September 25, 1:00 to 6:00 PM by the fountain stage at City Center in Oyster Point. Vineyards by the Fountain offers an array of wines from around the world including varieties from Australia, France, Italy, South Africa, Spain, and the fertile soils of America’s Pacific Northwest regions.  Returning for its third year, the Beer Garden will give curious connoisseurs of the world’s oldest beverage a chance to sample craft beers.
 
Eight stations will be set up across the grounds – one for each country with two additional areas featuring dessert and sparkling wines which have become widely popular at the annual event that boasts delicious food, great music, and good company. Vendors will have food on site available for purchase including Omar’s Carriage House offering great pairings to complement the wine samples. Cabot Creamery Cooperative will be on site to offer an array of cheese to sample for festival patrons. Food and other beverages will be available for purchase on site. Wines by the bottle will also be available for purchase.
 
Tasters’ tickets including a souvenir tasting glass are $25 in advance, $30 day of at the gate. Non-Tasters’ admission is $15. Cash Only On-Site. Tickets are available at Taste Unlimited and AROMAS Specialty Coffees and Bakery at City Center in Newport News, online at ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-982-2787.

Host your clients or entertain your friends in one of our ‘Hospitality Chalets’ for $750 which includes 10 x 10 chalet with table, seating for 8, a gift bag, and VIP parking for up to 4 vehicles. Table reservations for 8 are also available for $320. For tables or chalets call Jenny LeHew at 757-282-2818 by September 12.
 
Patrons must be 21+ to purchase or consume alcohol. Proper identification is required. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. No carry-in alcoholic beverages or tables, patrons may bring chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets. No pets are allowed. The event is on - rain or shine.

For more information, visit http://www.citycenteratoysterpoint.com/

This event is sponsored by Sinclair Communications and VAF Productions 

"Our Bazaar is like walking into a gift shop"

Saturday Dates to Remember!

October 2^nd……November 6^th…….December 4th

Specialty Tables- Candle, Nautical, Snowmen, Angel, Santa, Bath, Children

Irvington after 5:00 section

Vintage Section- items from the 40’s/50’s

Theme Christmas Trees

Gift Baskets- Fall, Christmas, Hostess

Wreaths

Food

Café- serves lunch

October- Homemade Vegetable Beef soup

November- Homemade mild chili with condiment bar

December- Homemade chicken noodle soup in the café

Bakery Booth----filled with homemade baked goods

TAKE OUT- The men will once again have the Kansas City Rib in October (ribs by the River Market in White Stone)