August is National Golf Month! It’s the perfect time to get out to the golf course and introduce a new friend or two to the wonderful game. 

We may be past August 1^st, but National Golf Month is designed for us to celebrate all month long. You can celebrate National Golf Month by heading to the driving range, practice greens, and of course the golf course. 

Van Metre is the name behind some award-winning golf courses and clubhouses, including Raspberry Falls Golf & Hunt Club, Old Hickory Golf Club, Bull Run Golf Club and Augustine Golf Club. 

Raspberry Falls Golf & Hunt Club

Located in Leesburg, Virginia, you will find Raspberry Falls Golf & Hunt Club, a spectacular course with all the marks of what makes for an exceptional round of golf. As you encounter our rambling streams, bunkers, stone walls and spectacular rolling terrain, you're almost going to feel that you've traveled across the Atlantic to play golf in the British Isles. And yet you are in Virginia's horse country, with vistas of the Catoctin Mountains in the background. The course was built in 1996, laid out by Gary Player Design, opening that same year to quickly become one of the most popular daily-fee courses in the Washington DC Area.

Old Hickory Golf Club

Located in Woodbridge, VA, Old Hickory Golf Club is the premier upscale golf course, wedding and banquet facility in the area. Our course at Old Hickory Golf Club was designed to fit its' site with great precision. The par-72, 7,190-yard championship layout is the work of architect Tim Freeland of Jacksonville, FL, who previously worked for the design firm of golf legend Gary Player and also worked on the design of Raspberry Falls Golf and Hunt Club, sister course to Old Hickory. Old Hickory Golf Club is a challenging course with lots of creeks to cross and sights to see, but it is also a course that all levels of golfers will enjoy playing. The beautiful scenery and layout is sure to impress your guests and also provide them with many memorable moments.

Bull Run Golf Club

Located in the heart of Virginia’s horse country just minutes away from historic Civil War sites, you will find Bull Run Golf Club. Our Championship Golf Course is one of the Washington, D.C. area’s most outstanding public golf courses. We have several awards to our credit: Golf Magazine named Bull Run Golf Club as "The Best New Public Course in 1999; the Washington Times called us "The Best Public Course in the D.C. Area” in 2000; and Washington Golf Monthly named Bull Run one of "The Mid-Atlantic’s 100 Must-Play Courses”. The expansive course layout is very secluded, meandering through acres and acres of undeveloped scenic meadows, ponds, and woodlands. This is truly a must-play gem along the "Raspberry Golf Trail".

Augustine Golf Club

Located just 30 miles from the Washington Beltway, golfers will find a country club atmosphere awaits them from the bag drop to the impeccable course conditions. This may be the most beautiful and natural golf course you will ever play. The accolades for this truly remarkable golf course keep coming. Augustine Golf Club has a highly coveted "4.5 Star Rating" from Golf Digest, as is among the "Top 100 Golf Courses You Can Play" ranked by Golf Magazine. There are a handful of golf courses across the country that are rated higher. Here at Augustine, we pride ourselves on the high quality of magnificent golf, superb amenities, and outstanding service. We are extremely proud to have earned recognition as one of the region's premier golf experiences.

How do you plan to celebrate National Golf Month? We suggest booking a tee time with us!

Photo: Bull Run Golf Course

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March 7^th, 2020 – St. Patricks Movie Night
Belmont Country Club and Golf Course, 19661 Belmont Manor Lane, Ashburn, Virginia
https://allevents.in/ashburn/st-patricks-movie-night/200019120345632

For your little ones! Enjoy a pre-Pattis Day movie night with popcorn, golden pot hunt, and crafts.

March 17^th, 2020 – St. Patricks Day at the Pub
The Ashburn Pub, 44110 Ashburn Shopping Plz, Ashburn, Virginia 20147
https://allevents.in/ashburn/st-patrick%E2%80%99s-day-the-pub/200018992444351

This one is for our early birds! It’s the Ashburn Pub’s 25^th annual St. Patricks Day party. Look forward to an early breakfast and full menu all day.

March 17^th, 2020 – St. Patricks Day Bash
Matchbox Pizza, 44720 Thorndike St, Ashburn, Virginia 20147
https://allevents.in/ashburn/st-patricks-day-bash/200018992442947

Who loves great food, better drinks, and even better music? This one is for you! Enjoy a night of great brews from Lost Rhino and DJ Ryan as well as Power’s Gold Irish Whiskey, green beer, and corned beef all day!

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Our team has done the dirty work by trying the good, bad, and the ugly of the local food fare in Broadlands and the surrounding areas so that you don’t have to. We compiled a list of our favorite food spots to spice up anyone’s lunch break.

1. Parallel Wine & Whiskey Bar – 43135 Broadlands Ctr Plz, Ste 121, Ashburn, VA 20148

This local bar features an amazing happy hour, fresh eats, cool atmosphere, and mouthwatering desserts. Just the spot if you are looking for some new energy and amazing food.
 

Everest Kitchen

2. Everest Kitchen – 43490 Yukon Dr, Ste 101, Ashburn, VA 20147

Himalayan food, need we say more? This is just the place for a unique dinner, especially great for anyone with a love for Indian flavors or the spirit to try something new!

BurgerIM

3. BurgerIM – 22855 Brambleton Plaza, Brambleton, VA 20148

Who doesn’t love a juicy burger? BurgerIM is one of our favorite places to grab and go for fun new flavors at every visit. The flavor profiles are broad and exciting as well as classic and timeless.

Passion Fin

5. Parrando's Tex-Mex Grill – 42830 Creek View Plz, Ste 100, Ashburn, VA 20147

Last but not least, our favorite spot for an after-hours margarita! Parrandos is an energetic and lively restaurant with great aromas bound to make anyone want to order 1 of everything!

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For a map view of all Loudoun County Tree Farms please click here.

Property Manager, Evelin Reilly, likes to choose her trees from Country Loving Tree Farm in Leesburg, VA. This week Country Loving Farms is open on Wed 11/27 and Black Friday 11/29, plus they will be open 9 AM-5 PM Saturdays & Sundays between 11/30/19-12/15/19 and by appts only after that, call 703-398-7018.

Located at: 40856 Red Hill Road, Leesburg, VA

Tips for a first-time Christmas tree harvest: Dress for the weather and come early in the season for the best selection. Bring a blanket to protect the roof of the car, bungee cords, and a sharp saw (but we have loaners if you need one). Trees always look smaller in the field than in your living room. Trees like a cool humid environment and will be very thirsty in a warm dry house.

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