Things to Do In & Around Lynchburg, VA : Virginia: Lynchburg

I am starting a BUY LOCAL series for Lynchburg, VA and wanted to start by passing along probably the best deal you're going to find this year:

 

 

Sausser Farms in Phenix, VA is a third generation, 72 acre family owned farm growing produce without the use of chemicals or pesticides. They are offering co-op memberships and for $35 you will receive 120lbs of fresh, locally grown produce (about 30 cents a pound!!!), and this includes 8 dozen ears of corn, a discount on other products and a hayride at the farm to pick out a pumpkin! Not only will you be eating healthier you'll be supporting a local farmer and the local economy.

 

For 24 weeks you get 5lbs per week of your choice of the following:

 

Herbs, Tomatoes: (Beef Steak, Plum, Cherry), Peppers: (Sweet, Hot, Yellow, Red), Eggplant: (classic, italian, white, Chinese), Squash: (Butternut, Zucchini, Yellow), Sweet Peas, Beans: (Pole, Yellow, Green, Lima) , Broccoli, Spinach, Cucumbers, Pickles,  Sweet Corn, Turnips, Sweet Onions, Cabbage, White Potatoes, Collard Greens, Okra, Cantaloupes, Beets, Radishes, Gourds & Pumpkins.

 

 

PRODUCE PICK UP LOCATIONS

You can go directly to Sausser Farm in Phenix to pick up your produce or to one of several locations including Lynchburg Community Market, Historic City Market in Roanoke, City of Salem Farmer's Market, Sausser Farm Farmer's Market in Brookneal or the Sausser Stand on Forest Rd in Lynchburg. Contact Paul at(434) 542-5506 or email paul@sausserfarms.com

 

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Cute as a button and won't last long- This two bedroom brick bungalow has features you don't see in this price range. The kitchen was completely renovated two years ago and includes a built in microwave, smooth top electric range, dishwasher and refrigerator and stackable washer and dryer. There is a separate dining room, deck off of the kitchen, replacement windows, updated electrical & heating system, central air and a detached 2 car garage.  Beautifully refinished hardwood floors throughout, updated bathroom, lots of closets and Charming! JUST listed at $114,900. Lynchburg MLS # 258256

              

  

 

 

 

NEW LISTING: Watch the spring flowers bloom in this lovely two story home with front and side porch in the Wyndhurst community. Move in ready condition, features prefinished wood flooring in the living room, a gas log fireplace, large eat in kitchen with access to the back yard. Laundry closet on main level, detached two car garage. Three bedrooms up plus two full baths. Priced to sell at $209,900.  Lynchburg MLS #258252

 

 

 

 

 

NEW LISTING: Watch the spring flowers bloom from the rocking chair porch of this lovely two story home in the Wyndhurst community. Three bedrooms up plus two full baths, powder room on main level in move in ready condition. Prefinished wood flooring in the living room, crown molding and a gas log fireplace, large eat in kitchen with access to the back yard. Laundry closet on main level, detached two car garage.  Priced to sell at $209,900.  Lynchburg MLS #258252

 

 

 

 

 

Are you confused by all of the talk about the $8,000 first time home buyer tax credit? Not sure if you qualify? This short video from RE/MAX highlights the points of the $8,000 First Time Tax Credit Extension and Expansion:

-Extends the $8,000 first time Home Buyers Tax Credit if you're under contract by April 30, 2010 and close by June 30, 2010 -Up to $6,500 tax credit for current homeowners who have lived in their homes (as principal residence) for 5 consecutive years of the last 8 years and close on their new home by June 30, 2010 -Income level of $125,000 for single buyers, $225,000 for joint buyers - Military members and those who've been deployed overseas for at least 90 days in 2008-2009 can claim the credit if they're under contract by April 30, 2011 and close by June 30, 2011.

Now IS a great time to buy a home!

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13

 

 

History of Veterans Day

The main hostilities of World War I were finished at 11th hour of 11th Day of 11th Month of 1918 with Germany signing the Armistice. President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed an Armistice Day for 12th November, 1919. Veterans Day is celebrated on November 11th, the anniversary of the signing that finished World War I. It is commemorated as Remembrance Day or Armistice Day in other part of the world.

 

 

 

It is easy to take liberty for granted, when you have never had it taken from you.  ~Author unknown

Remember to thank a Veteran and active duty service men and women for their service to our country!

Red Shirt Friday is one way ordinary Americans can show unity and support for the military personnel who have served or are currently serving our country. Soldiers have sacrificed their personal freedom, safety, comfort, time with their families and many have given their lives so we might enjoy ours.

Take the opportunity at the mall, the grocery store or at the airport and say thank you to a soldier.

 

The Soldier: - By Charles M. Province

It is the soldier, not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press.
It is the soldier, not the poet, who has given us freedom of speech.
If you can read this message thank a teacher,
If you are reading it in English of your own free will THANK A SOLDIER!
It is the soldier, not the campus organizer, who has given us the freedom to demonstrate.
It is the soldier, not the lawyer, who has given us the right to a fair trial.
It is the soldier, who salutes the flag, who serves under the flag, and whose coffin is draped by the flag, who allows the protester to burn the flag.
To all the brave men and women who have dedicated or given their lives
to protect this country and its freedoms:
Thank you.

 

 

Wear Red on Friday and show your Support for our Troops locally at Monument Terrace every Friday at noon with Red Shirt Friday

 

 

One of my favorite singers, Michael W. Smith, will be in Lynchburg, Virginia on Friday October 30, 2009. He will be performing at Thomas Road Baptist Church as part of A New Hallelujah Tour. The concert begins at 7pm and special guests include Matt Maher, Phil Stacy, Meredith Andrews & a 100 Voice Choir.

To purchase tickets call 800-861-0850, Monday thru Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Tickets are also available at local Christian Bookstores. Click for driving directions to Thomas Road Baptist Church.