Christine Ennulat
Snow Storm #3
Things to remember.
February 07, 2010 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Joanie Ballard
Renew
Want to be eco-friendly?Just re-use, repaint, refinish something from another era. And there are lots of excellent architectural salvage and house-part websites to help.
February 04, 2010 by Joanie Ballard in Virginia Living Blog
Richmond Times-Dispatch, Jan. 4, 1950, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Library, exhibition files
Yes, It’s Art
The first time UVA displayed an Alexander Calder “stabile,” in the 1950s, the work was met with questions and dark Cold War insinuations. Now, the university is exhibiting another Calder installation on its historic grounds, and the reception is entirely different.
February 03, 2010 by Meghan Holder in Virginia Living Blog
Stately Ruin, Engineering Feat
Claudius Crozet's Blue Ridge Tunnel
February 03, 2010 by Tricia Pearsall in Virginia Living Blog
A Little Oomph for your Gardening Mojo
Mid-winter pick-me-ups.
January 28, 2010 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Spring List-Making
The blue-ish garden.
January 22, 2010 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
From NYC: Accessory Trends
Keep your eye out for three popular design motifs for handbags, scarves, jewelry and more.
January 21, 2010 by Joanie Ballard in Virginia Living Blog
Lost and Found
A gardener’s vicarious (re)visit.
January 18, 2010 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Tom Mullany
Inspiration—at Home
Home décor stylist Joanie Ballard reminds us that life is full of creative sparks.
January 15, 2010 by Joanie Ballard in Virginia Living Blog
Tracey Crehan Gerlach
A Honeybee Sanctuary
Beckon (and nourish) these important buzzers.
January 15, 2010 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Pocahontas State Park – a Central Virginia Gem
The first installment of Tricia Pearsall's series on Virginia's state parks.
January 14, 2010 by Tricia Pearsall in Virginia Living Blog
Courtesy of Ernst Conservation
Scheming for the Next Season
Highlights from gardening catalogs, the stuff of spring dreaming.
January 11, 2010 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Bill Glose
Bill Glose's Walk Across Virginia: Good Eats and an Errant Peek
For the past seven months, Bill Glose has been walking across Virginia. Recently, he and walking partner Dawn West explored Fredericksburg.
January 05, 2010 by Bill Glose in Virginia Living Blog
Courtesy VivaTerra
Green Thumb Gift Guide: Succulents
Have yourself a very succulent holiday season ... and beyond.
December 22, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Heavy Metal
Green Thumb Gift Guide: Metallic garden elements
December 14, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Climbing a Holiday High
The indoor rock climbing season begins NOW.
December 11, 2009 by Tricia Pearsall in Virginia Living Blog
Courtesy of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden Gift Shop
For the Closet Hobbit
Green Thumb Gift Guide: Twiggy and Mossy
December 08, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
A Mouse in Sheep’s Clothing
Backstage at The Nutcracker
December 07, 2009 by Neely Barnwell Dykshorn in Virginia Living Blog
Potomac Picture Window
Twenty-four hours at the Gaylord National Resort at National Harbor.
December 04, 2009 by Richard Ernsberger Jr. in Virginia Living Blog
Fugeddaboudit Beef Stew
A most inspiring—and easy—meal.
December 03, 2009 by W. Matthew Shipman in Virginia Living Blog
Green Thumb Gift Guide: Cloches
December is all about what to buy the gardener in your life.
December 02, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Habitual Hobnobbery
Salahi … Salahi ... why DO we know that name? *Updated
December 01, 2009 in Virginia Living Blog
Weird and wonderful ... Foamhenge
I'd been dying to see Foamhenge ever since I'd heard of it. Last weekend, I finally did.
November 30, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Bill Glose’s Walk Across Virginia: Richmond to Fredericksburg
For the past 6 months, Bill Glose has been walking across Virginia, often accompanied by his walking partner, Dawn West. This month ...
November 27, 2009 by Bill Glose in Virginia Living Blog
Via Wikimedia Commons
Housing for house plants
Form meets function in a beautiful way: the Wardian case.
November 24, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Courtesy International Hospital for Children
Sophie so Good
Fashion industry award goes to the designer featured at Richmond’s International Hospital for Children auction.
November 23, 2009 by Neely Barnwell Dykshorn in Virginia Living Blog
Harvest and zap 'em
Time to quick-dry those herbs before the garden's last gasp.
November 20, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Courtesy Visual Arts Center of Richmond
Well-Crafted Weekend
The Visual Arts Center's 45th Annual Craft + Design Show
November 19, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Tricia Pearsall
Take me to the river
After the recent deluge, hear the James River roar ....
November 17, 2009 by Tricia Pearsall in Virginia Living Blog
Small worlds
A terrarium is a fun project for kids (AND parents).
November 17, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Gold in a baking dish
The easiest dessert Ship knows.
November 12, 2009 by W. Matthew Shipman in Virginia Living Blog
Houseplants 1: They live!!!
How NOT to kill ferns: the mini-greenhouse.
November 10, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
In Front of Irving Penn’s Lens
One of our own photogs recalls her day modeling for the late, great fashion photographer.
November 09, 2009 by Neely Barnwell Dykshorn in Virginia Living Blog
Gloucester Master Gardeners with permission from Mary Soto
Native Shrubs and Trees
They KNOW Virginia.
November 04, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
A Thrill Ride on the Creeper
A scenic mountain jaunt.
November 04, 2009 by Aynsley Miller Fisher in Virginia Living Blog
Happy Halloween!
And a pumpkin carving tip
October 31, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
From Virginia's Cold Mountain ...
... you can darn near see forever.
October 30, 2009 by Tricia Pearsall in Virginia Living Blog
Tracey Crehan Gerlach
Bulb time
Tips to save backs and change landscapes
October 30, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
When Squirrels Fly
A baseball kerfuffle
October 29, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Tiffany in Paris
In which Neely Barnwell Dykshorn takes in the Louis Comfort Tiffany "Colors and Light" exhibition at the Musée du Luxembourg.
October 29, 2009 by Neely Barnwell Dykshorn in Virginia Living Blog
Geraldine Campbell
Bikes and Biscuits 8: Alexandria, the last day
Back-tracking, pork belly, bed and a bomb—not in that order
October 28, 2009 by Geraldine Campbell in Virginia Living Blog
Tracey Crehan Gerlach
A Breath of Fresh Garlic
Plant it now for future summer garlic harvests. Or plant it for the spring scapes!
October 27, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Bikes and Biscuits 6: Lessons Learned
63 miles to Fredericksburg
October 26, 2009 by Geraldine Campbell in Virginia Living Blog
Courtesy of Bikes and Biscuits
Bikes and Biscuits 5: Charlottesville
Jeffersonian inspiration, Belmont and The Clifton Inn
October 24, 2009 by Geraldine Campbell in Virginia Living Blog
Bikes and Biscuits: Leg 4
Back roads, TJ's pad and Barboursville.
October 24, 2009 by Geraldine Campbell in Virginia Living Blog
Tracey Crehan Gerlach
October Is for Applesauce
An easy stovetop applesauce recipe.
October 23, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Mollie Chen
Bikes and Biscuits: Leg 3, Culpeper
Gentle hills, no doilies, and cookies in bed.
October 22, 2009 by Geraldine Campbell in Virginia Living Blog
Mollie Chen
Bikes and Biscuits: Leg 2
Rappahannock highlights
October 21, 2009 by Geraldine Campbell in Virginia Living Blog
Rainy-day farmers’ market
Did you know many stay open long into fall?
October 21, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Courtesy of BikesAndBiscuits.com
Bikes and Biscuits: The First Leg
In which travel writers Geraldine Campbell and Mollie Chen begin their odyssey combining biking, great food and Virginia’s byways.
October 20, 2009 by Geraldine Campbell in Virginia Living Blog
A Walk Across Richmond
For the past 5 months, Bill Glose has been walking across Virginia, often accompanied by his walking partner, Dawn West.
October 15, 2009 by Bill Glose in Virginia Living Blog
Christine Ennulat
Savory Time
Summer-sweet peppers for a warm dinner sandwich.
October 12, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Julia Ellis
Who Doesn’t Like Cupcakes?
The food of the gods—from scratch.
October 09, 2009 by W. Matthew Shipman in Virginia Living Blog
Willa’s Vintage Virginia Apple Tree
A tree with history.
October 08, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Courtesy of Richmond Folk Festival
Riverfront Miracle
The amazing—and totally free—Richmond Folk Festival, October 9-11
October 07, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
The Leaves, They Are A-Changin’
Get thee to the mountains!
October 06, 2009 by Tricia Pearsall in Virginia Living Blog
Julia Ellis
Autumn Means Chili
(and so does Game Day)
October 02, 2009 by W. Matthew Shipman in Virginia Living Blog
Tracey Crehan Gerlach
The Way(s) of Compost
Keeping it real. Keeping it easy.
October 01, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Bill Sorrell
Limping Homeward
Lard: A Journey, Part IV (with blueberries)
September 30, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Tracey Crehan Gerlach
Unexpected Perennials
Go a little left-of-center.
September 25, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
“Keen-WHAT?”
Quinoa (and why it is awesome).
September 24, 2009 by W. Matthew Shipman in Virginia Living Blog
Courtesy of Paul Harris
Gothic Spirit
Shrine Mont, a historic Episcopal shrine and retreat center in Orkney Springs, reflects the grace and fortitude of an earlier age.
September 23, 2009 by Daisy Khalifa in Virginia Living Blog
Tracey Crehan Gerlach
Pre-pop your poppies
Sow their seeds NOW!
September 21, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Shiver me timbers!
It's International Talk Like a Pirate Day.
September 18, 2009 in Virginia Living Blog
Tracey Crehan Gerlach
Bulbs
Sad that the gardening season is winding down? Help is here.
September 17, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Christine Ennulat
Interlude
Late in the harvest season ...
September 16, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Tracey Crehan Gerlach
Daylilies—A Reminder
A landscaping standard finds new light (in this gardener's eyes).
September 16, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Christine Ennulat
The Sad Part
Lard: A Journey, Part III
September 14, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Tracey Crehan Gerlach
From Garden to Pantry
The art of canning and preserving.
September 11, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Lard: A Journey, cont.
In which we go deeper.
September 10, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Tracey Crehan Gerlach
The Herb Garden
The low-maintenance, high-return section of the garden.
September 09, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Lard: A Journey
In which we explore unfamiliar territory.
September 08, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Platinum Doll
The Signature Theatre's "Dirty Blonde" is a dark, poignant tribute to the bawdy actress Mae West.
September 08, 2009 by Daisy Khalifa in Virginia Living Blog
Ready, Set, September!
The garden gets a second wind.
September 01, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Paddling the Lagoon Water Trail
An evening in the Dutch Gap Conservation Area
August 31, 2009 by Tricia Pearsall in Virginia Living Blog
Feed Your Plants
Organic goodies for indoor and outdoor gardens
August 27, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Christine Ennulat
Primary Colors
A simple summer meal.
August 24, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Easy Edibles :: Dwarf Weeping Mulberry
A multi-purpose shrub.
August 24, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Tracey Crehan Gerlach
Blue Garden Benches
An obsession.
August 17, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Tricia Pearsall
Snake Wrasslin’
Don't think they allow this move on high school mats. Maybe the WWE?
August 14, 2009 by Tricia Pearsall in Virginia Living Blog
Armchair Gardening
The Southern Gardener’s Book of Lists
August 14, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Christine Ennulat
Snotty Little Vegetable
In which we incite the Okra Wars. Or, at least, we hope to.
August 12, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Tracey Crehan Gerlach
August Stalwarts
Tried and true late-summer bloomers. Post and photography by Tracey Crehan Gerlach
August 11, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
Christine Ennulat
Cilantro grows up
The wonder that is coriander-infused oil. By Christine Ennulat
August 10, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Harvest that Mint :: Mojitos, Mint-Berry Iced Tea, Mint Syrup
Cool uses for mint. Post and photo by Tracey Crehan Gerlach
August 04, 2009 by Tracey Crehan Gerlach in Virginia Living Blog
photo by Tricia Pearsall
Rappel, Raft and Zip West Virginia
Tricia Pearsall takes her sister on a birthday adventure weekend in our eponymous neighboring state.
July 31, 2009 by Tricia Pearsall in Virginia Living Blog
frank engler
A Day on the Capital Trail
bicycling on the new phases of Virginia's Capital Trail
June 11, 2009 in Virginia Living Blog
Tina Ennulat
Aromatherapy Orzo
Beginning with basics
June 09, 2009 by Christine Ennulat in Virginia Living Blog
Blog Categories
Monday
art
- Art...for a Change! Exhibition February 9-28 at the Workhouse - Workhouse Arts Center
- Art Works January-February Art Exhibits - Artworks
- The Workhouse Celebrates Black History Month Featuring an Exhibition - Workhouse Arts Center
family
- The Garden is for Lovers - Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
history
- Educational Programming for Homeschoolers - Virginia Historical Society
- "Our Face to the World: The Clothing of James and Elizabeth Monroe" - James Monroe Museum
Tuesday
history
- Educational Programming for Homeschoolers - Virginia Historical Society
- Gallery Walk: “John Brown's Memory in the African American Community” By Dr. Lauranett Lee - Virginia Historical Society
- "Our Face to the World: The Clothing of James and Elizabeth Monroe" - James Monroe Museum
art
- Art...for a Change! Exhibition February 9-28 at the Workhouse - Workhouse Arts Center
- Art Works January-February Art Exhibits - Artworks
sports
- Advertising Bowl - Home Team Grill
Wednesday
sports
- Advertising Bowl - Home Team Grill
art
- Art...for a Change! Exhibition February 9-28 at the Workhouse - Workhouse Arts Center
- Art Works January-February Art Exhibits - Artworks
history
- Adult Education Class: “George Washington at War” by Author Edward G. Lengel - Virginia Historical Society
- Educational Programming for Homeschoolers - Virginia Historical Society
- Gallery Walk: “John Brown's Memory in the African American Community” By Dr. Lauranett Lee - Virginia Historical Society
Thursday
art
- Art...for a Change! Exhibition February 9-28 at the Workhouse - Workhouse Arts Center
- Art Works January-February Art Exhibits - Artworks
family
- The Garden is for Lovers - Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
history
- Adult Education Class: “George Washington at War” by Author Edward G. Lengel - Virginia Historical Society
- Educational Programming for Homeschoolers - Virginia Historical Society
- "Our Face to the World: The Clothing of James and Elizabeth Monroe" - James Monroe Museum
Friday
music
- Moscow State Radio Symphony Orchestra - George Mason University's Center for the Arts
art
- 2nd Saturday Art Walk - Workhouse Arts Center
- Art...for a Change! Exhibition February 9-28 at the Workhouse - Workhouse Arts Center
- Art Works January-February Art Exhibits - Artworks
history
- Adult Education Class: “George Washington at War” by Author Edward G. Lengel - Virginia Historical Society
- Educational Programming for Homeschoolers - Virginia Historical Society
Saturday
music
- Moscow State Radio Symphony Orchestra - George Mason University's Center for the Arts
art
- 2nd Saturday Art Walk - Workhouse Arts Center
- Art...for a Change! Exhibition February 9-28 at the Workhouse - Workhouse Arts Center
- Art Works January-February Art Exhibits - Artworks
history
- Adult Education Class: “George Washington at War” by Author Edward G. Lengel - Virginia Historical Society
- Educational Programming for Homeschoolers - Virginia Historical Society
Sunday
theater
- The Acting Company - "Romeo and Juliet" - George Mason University's Center for the Arts
art
- Art...for a Change! Exhibition February 9-28 at the Workhouse - Workhouse Arts Center
- Art Works January-February Art Exhibits - Artworks
history
- Adult Education Class: “George Washington at War” by Author Edward G. Lengel - Virginia Historical Society
- Educational Programming for Homeschoolers - Virginia Historical Society
- "Our Face to the World: The Clothing of James and Elizabeth Monroe" - James Monroe Museum
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