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  • Christmas Card Photo Contest

    Aug 3rd 2010

    By: mason

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    Historic Vienna, Inc. is having a Photo Contest!  HVI is looking for winter photographs of the Freeman Store, Little Library, Caboose, Train Depot or other Vienna-related structures or subjects.  The winning photograph will become the 2010 HVI Christmas Card, sold in boxed sets exclusively at the Freeman House Store & Museum.

    Photos must be received by September 15th, 2010.

    Instructions & Rules

    Term: Contest begins at 12 noon August 1st and ends at 4PM September 15th, 2010. All entries must be received between these times and dates to be eligible.

    Who may enter:  Open to all ages.  If younger than 18 years of age, entrant must have permission of parent or legal guardian.  Residents of Town of Vienna, Virginia and immediate surrounding localities may enter.  Both amateur and professional photographers’ entries will be accepted.  Officers and employees of HVI are not eligible to enter.

    What to enter:  Photograph of Freeman Store, Little Library or other historic Vienna sites in the winter.  Photograph may be either color or black and white.  Photograph must have been shot within the last three (3) years (2007 – 2010).  Include your name, address, phone number and e-mail address.

    How to enter:  Please submit photographs via e-mail at fs@historicviennainc.org.  Both digital and high-quality scans of non-digital photographs are accepted.  Photographs saved to a CD as well as prints may also be entered.  Print will be digitized if selected as winning entry.

    Judging:  Judging will be conducted by HVI’s Board of Directors.  Judges, at their discretion, may decide not to designate a first place winner.  Decisions of judges will be final.  Winning photograph will be used for the 2010 HVI Christmas card boxed set.  Winner may choose to have their name printed on back of the card.  Cards will be sold royalty-free exclusively at the Freeman Store.

    First Prize: One year membership to HVI and credit on winning card, if any.

    Photo Contest FAQ’s

    When will the winner be announced?

    The winner will be announced on HVI’s website www.historicviennainc.org . Runner-ups will also be listed.

    Will there be more than one winner?

    Only one winner will be selected from entries. Judges, at their discretion, may decide not to designate a first place winner. Three (3) runners-up will also be selected and their photographs will be displayed at the Freeman Store.

    How many photographs may I enter?

    You may enter no more than five (5) photographs of the same subject. Total contest submissions per entrant may not exceed twenty-five (25) photographs.

    How do I submit my photograph?

    You may submit your photograph(s) to HVI via e-mail at fs@historicviennainc.org . High-quality scans of photographs on CD as well as prints may be mailed to Historic Vienna, Inc, 131 Church St., NE, P.O. Box 53, Vienna VA 22183.  Entrants may also submit their photographs in person at the Freeman Store, 131 Church St., NE, Vienna, VA, during normal operating hours of noon to 4PM Wednesday through Sunday.

    How do I learn more about the contest?

    Apart from HVI’s website, you may also e-mail fs@historicviennainc.org, call (703) 938-5187, and/or pick up a copy of contest instructions and rules at the Freeman Store during normal operating hours. Any phone messages left will be returned as soon as possible.

    May I submit a cropped photograph?

    Yes. Photographs cannot be altered to include subjects that were not there when the photograph was shot.

    Will photos be returned to me?

    All photographs become property of HVI and will not be returned.

  • “Summer Stories and Sprinklers” Returns to the Little Library

    Jul 5th 2010

    By: David Shelby

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    Each Wednesday from June 23 through August 11,  join Historic Vienna, Inc. and the Town’s Department of Parks & Recreation for “Summer Stories and Sprinklers”.  This popular program is returning to the Little Library on the grounds of the Freeman House, 131 Church Street, N.E., at 1 pm.  Following story time and music, the Town Green sprinklers are turned on for play-time.  Bring a picnic, enjoy lunch on the Green and then join in the fun!  What could be more “pure summer” than a run through the sprinklers on a hot day?  For more information call 703-255 6360.

  • Annual Used Book Sale – June 12 and 13

    May 30th 2010

    By: David Shelby

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    Book collection begins April 1st for Historic Vienna, Inc.’s annual Used Book Sale at the Freeman House, 131 Church Street, NE. Please no magazines, newspapers, textbooks, encyclopedias, National Geographic or Reader’s Digest Condensed Books. Receipts for tax purposes may be obtained during regular business hours, Wednesday through Saturday from noon to 4 pm and Sunday from 1 to 5 pm.  Books may be left on the front porch at any time.  The Used Book Sale will be held on Saturday and Sunday, June 12 and 13, with all proceeds going to support the activities of Historic Vienna, Inc. For information or to volunteer to help with book sorting or on sale days, call 703 938 5187.

  • Summary – Spring Membership Meeting on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 7:30 pm – World War II Ranger experiences shared!

    Mar 27th 2010

    By: David Shelby

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    The meeting was held in the Town Council Chamber, Vienna Town Hall, 127 Center Street South, Vienna. Following a brief business meeting, our speaker was World War II veteran Roger B. Neighborgall.  Mr. Neighborgall was a member of the 5th Ranger Battalion which fought behind enemy lines in Germany.  A compelling writer and speaker, he has recounted his wartime experiences on the Discovery Channel and the History Channel.  We were very pleased to have Mr. Neighborgall as the final speaker in our World War II series.  The meeting was free and open to the public.  Historic Vienna board members were glad to have a big turn out for this unique event.  Thanks to Roger Neighborgall for his military service and willingness to share the history of the 5th Ranger Battalion in WWII.

    Roger Neighborgall WWII Ranger at Vienna Town Hall #1 - April 20, 2010
    Roger Neighborgall WWII Ranger at Vienna Town Hall #3 - April 20, 2010

  • Vienna Remembers World War II Exhibit

    Mar 27th 2010

    By: David Shelby

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    Our exhibit dedicated to veterans of World War II, their families and loved ones. The exhibit tells the stories of Vienna area residents who shared their stories and memories with us about this time in history.

    Historic Vienna, Inc. must close their popular exhibit “Vienna Remembers World War II” on Friday, April 30. This will be the last opportunity to visit this remarkable tribute to  the Vienna-area veterans, their families and the many generous residents who shared their stories and their memorabilia with all of us.  The exhibit has been open since late 2008 and extended due to the outpouring of interest and support from the community.  “Vienna Remembers World War II” is in the upstairs exhibit room at Historic Freeman House, 131 Church Street, NE, Vienna.  It is open Wednesday through Saturday from 12 noon until 4 pm and Sunday from 1 to 5 pm.  For more information call 703 938 5187.

  • Antiques Appraisal at the Historic Freeman House

    Mar 27th 2010

    By: David Shelby

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    Historic Vienna, Inc. will hold an Antiques Appraisal at the Historic Freeman House, 131 Church Street, NE, on Saturday, April 17 from 12:30 to 4 pm.  Due to the popularity of this event, there is a strict limit of two items per person and appointments are necessary.  The cost is $8.50 per item for members of Historic Vienna, Inc. and $12.00 per item for non-members, with all proceeds supporting the programs of HVI.  To schedule an appointment, please call 703 938 5187.

  • The 36th Annual Walk On the Hill

    Mar 27th 2010

    By: David Shelby

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    The 36th Annual Walk On the Hill through Vienna’s Windover Heights Historic District will be held on Sunday, April 25, from 2 to 5 pm.  Jointly sponsored by Historic Vienna, Inc. and the residents of the Historic District, the annual event is free and open to the public.  Visitors may walk through any garden with an “Open” sign, listen to a concert by the Vienna Community Band at 3 pm and enjoy refreshments provided by HVI and the residents.  The rain date for the Walk is May 2nd.

    In conjunction with the Walk, the Ayr Hill Garden Club will present a Standard Home Flower Show, “Let the Games Begin.”  Horticulture and educational/conservation exhibits will be shown at 307 Windover Avenue, NW, in the Historic District and floral designs will be shown at the Vienna Arts Society, 115 Pleasant Street, NW., at the entrance to the District.  Note:  The  Flower Show will go on “Rain or Shine.”

    For more information on the Walk On the Hill or the Ayr Hill Garden Club Flower Show, please call 703 938 5187.

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