November 22, 2023

SPEND YOUR SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY IN MIDDLEBURG

Forget the hustle and bustle of the big city, come shop small in Downtown Middleburg this Saturday, November 25th. In addition to our charming boutiques where you're sure to find the perfect gifts for your loved ones, we have amazing restaurants, wineries, and breweries where you can rest and relax after a long day of shopping.

CHRISTMAS IN MIDDLEBURG

Next Saturday, December 2nd the streets will be filled with visitors to celebrate the Annual Christmas In Middleburg Parade. At 11AM the horses and hounds will be trotting down Washington St. for the Middleburg Hunt and Hounds Review. At 2PM, you will see decorated floats, bands, and the infamous Corgi Corps wave to the crowds as they wait for Santa Claus himself to closeout the day.

Parking is limited so buy your tickets now!

The Northwest Federal Credit Union Foundation Coats for Kids Drive runs now through the end of the month. 

Donate here to help support Operation Warmth, which manufactures and distributes coats and shoes for kids and their families through a network of partners like the NWFCU Foundation.

SALAMANDER TREE LIGHTING

Salamander Middleburg invites you to gather around the grand Christmas Tree in the Living Room while enjoying hot cocoa, Christmas cookies, the festive sounds of carolers and a special visit from Santa! On Thursday, November 30th at 6:00PM, join them as they count down and watch in wonder as the tree lights up in beautiful twinkling Christmas lights. After the tree is list, guests will have the opportunity to visit with Santa himself and share your Christmas wishes!

Plan ahead for your Christmas in Middleburg meal and checkout the special menu below that the Middleburg Deli has put together for the Town residents and visitors to enjoy!

BAH HUMBUG!

The MBPA is excited to bring "A Dickens of a Christmas" experience back to Middleburg!

The celebrations will kickoff on December 9th with the 3rd Annual Dickens of a Dog Show.

Well-behaved dogs (and their well-behaved humans) will parade from the National Sporting Library & Museum at 1:00pm, around Downtown Middleburg and then gather for a Yappy Hour at Brick and Mortar.

Prizes will be awarded for:

** Best Holiday Costume

** Best Costume with Middleburg Theme

** Best Dressed Dog/Human Pair

Register here!

On Saturday, December 16th you can look forward to a theatrical performance, music, food, and more!

10:00am - 4:00pm - Christmas Stalls Open
11:00am, 1:00pm, & 3:00pm - "Dance like the Dickens"
12:00 and 2:00pm - Abridged performances of "A Christmas Carol" - Directed by Erin Coulter

Visit Scruffy's Ice Cream Parlor for a complimentary cup of hot cocoa as you stroll the streets and shops in Middleburg. Be sure to visit a local bakery or coffee shop for a pastry or slice of pie to go with it!

FREE COCOA will be available on weekends only!

Starting next weekend you can see the storefronts decorated for the holidays and they do not disappoint! Thank you to all of the businesses who added to the holiday spirit this year.

COMMITTEE VACANCIES

Looking to get involved in your Middleburg community? We have a few vacancies in our Town of Middleburg committees as we head into the New Year. If you are interested in applying to any of the committees below, please send your letter of interest to Rhonda North at rnorth@middleburgva.gov

Economic Development Advisory Committee
Middleburg Arts Council
Cultural and Community Events Committee
Middleburg Sustainability Committee

DECEMBER MEETING SCHEDULE

12/1 8:30AM Events Calendar Meeting

12/6 6:00PM Middleburg Sustainability Committee

12/7 5:30PM Historic District Review Committee

12/14 8:30AM Streetscape Committee

12/14 6:00PM Town Council Meeting

12/18 7:00PM Planning Commission

12/19 6:00PM Cultural and Community Events Committee

*The Town Hall office will be closed at 12:30pm on December 22nd all day on December 25th*

We want to hear from YOU!

If you have any questions, concerns, exciting news, or would simply like to connect - please email me at amacintyre@middleburgva.gov. Looking forward to hearing from you!