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Rivanna’s buzz BY RUTHANN CARR CORRESPONDENT Bee enthusiasts swarmed the Fluvanna Library Monday (Feb. 27) for the fi rst meeting of the Rivanna Beekeepers Association. Among the group were veteran beekeepers and those just thinking about starting hives. A committee including Marie Taylor, Jacob Jordan, Rusty Holt and Joe Childress helped get the group started, said Fluvanna Extension Agent John Thompson. “This tickles me to death to see such a large turnout,” Thompson told the group of about 30. “Beekeeping is something I’m very interested in. I’m a hobbyist, so I’m learning right along with you.” The group welcomes apiarists from Fluvanna and neighboring counties. At the fi rst meeting, Jordan gave a presentation on how to start nucleus colonies – which are smaller colonies of bees about fi ve frames deep. Such colonies are good for rearing queens and can be used to catch swarms, Jordan said. After the presentation, Thompson asked those in attendance to give their names and level of expertise in beekeeping. Many were just thinking about starting a hive, while others had been beekeeping all their lives. 30 | FLUVANNA REVIEW | March 15, 2012 Thompson said he hopes the group will serve to share information with each other. Rebecca Mayo Pitts and her husband James started beekeeping two years ago and harvested honey last year, she said. “What is the leaning in this area of using chemicals?” Mayo Pitts asked. Thompson said most try to use chemicals as little as possible or not at all. He explained the philosophy of Integrated Pest Management, which uses different means to handle pests and diseases. “You start with the least (invasive/toxic) and ratchet up as needed,” Thompson said. “Everybody we talk to is leaning toward using as few chemicals as possible; to be as natural as possible.” Thompson also told the group about legislation that calls for tax breaks for new hives installed and established. A Virginia beekeeper can get a $200 tax credit per new hive started in 2012 up to 10 hives, if the legislation is passed. Those new hives must be inspected by the state, which is free. Rusty Holt, Joe Childress and about two dozen others attended the fi rst meeting of the Rivanna Beekeepers Association. Photo by Ruthann Carr. “If you want to get into the politics of it, the more people who call for inspections, the more inspectors are needed and the more attention we get,” Thompson said. Childress has been beekeeping for 20 years, he said. “It’s a hobby,” he said. “I don’t sell any. I give it away to my friends. I only do cut– comb honey. What the bee puts in I take out.” Childress said he has a bee tree – bees have built a hive in a hollow tree on his property. That kind of hive cannot be counted for a tax break because the inspector has to be able to look inside and take out frames but that doesn’t dampen Childress’ interest in it. “I like to see how they (bees) do it naturally,” he said. “I’m going to try and cap a swarm to start a new hive. It’s a challenge.” The Rivanna Beekeepers plan to meet at 6 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month at the Fluvanna Library. Right now, membership is free. For more information go to www.rivannabeekeepers.blogspot. com or call 434–234–2942.
Meals On Wheels raises money through appraising BY PAGE H. GIFFORD CORRESPONDENT Saturday (March 10) marked the fi fth annual Fluvanna Meals on Wheels Antique Roadshow fundraiser. Participants walked in to the show holding boxes under their arms, clutching antique dolls close to them, or carrying furniture. “It’s been steady all morning,” said Ann Kirschnick, treasurer for Fluvanna Meals on Wheels. The appraiser was Sandra Perry, in-house appraiser for Harlowe- Powell Auction Gallery. Bill Hutton listened intently to Perry regarding a child’s rocker that had been handed down to his father. Earlier Hutton said he came by with two Tiffany glass blown vases. One was worth between $4,000 to $5,000 and the other was worth $3,000 to 4,000. Perry knew her antiques. Speaking to another woman, who brought in Hummel fi gurines, she stated that her Hummels were circa 1960s-1970s and may be worth $50. “The market has dropped from $200 to $50, the market is soft for Hummels. They are not selling. Many people purchased them for an investment. These Hummels were mass produced by the thousands,” said Perry. One odd and very unique item was an enormous black leather chair but the frame was made out of a heavy ornate carved wood. “This looks as if it was made in the south Pacifi c and someone may have brought it home on their tour-of-duty.” She estimated its value between $75-$100. A secretary in mint condition Perry estimated would sell for $2-$3,000. Emily McLain brought in a talking doll made in the mid to late 1920s. Perry was intrigued by the doll and was spellbound while she listened to her speak. Perry pointed out that the doll would need some repair to restore her to perfect condition. In her present condition, some doll collectors would pay between $200-$300 but if she were restored to the original, she would bring $500-$700. McLain also had an unusual piece of an old military uniform from the Franco-Prussian War. Apparently, an heirloom from her family in Switzerland, it was a length of large linked chain Hairs to You Mobile Hair Service Hair Care in the Convenience of Your Own Home. Wet Serving CUTS Lake Monticello Women & Vicinity $24 Personal Attention Men Affordale • Saves Time Great for Non-Driver $22 Less Anxiety with Kids Cuts KIDS Late Hours Available $15 Clean-up after ALL Services 12 & Under 32+ years experience Call Hours: Mon-Fri • 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Pat Tatum - 434-589-2210 Antique appraiser Sandra Perry examines Bill Hutton’s antique rocking chair. Photo by Page H. Giff ord. with two ornate carved discs on each end. It was apparently a part of a belt holding a scabbard, dating back to 1870. Perry estimated it was worth between $700-$1,000. Other items valued included a silver pocket fl ask for $500-700 and an old Sessions clock (Sessions Clock Co.) made between 1870-1900. Perry estimated in today’s market it would bring $100-$200. One man found an early antique sniper rifl e worth $500-700. As always, some were delighted with their appraisal, others walked away disappointed but manyl were surprised by what they heard. In February 2008 Fluvanna Meals on Wheels delivered its fi rst meals after a year of organizing and fundraising. Today, it serves 75 clients and 25,000 meals each year. The charity has 14 volunteers, who pack and deliver meals, and drive the 200 miles days to serve six routes. Most of their clients are referred from social services and well below the poverty level and are not in a position to pay for meals. These people range in age from 53 to 94 and are elderly, disabled or homebound and have no means to obtain their daily meals. The food costs $1,350 weekly and $5,850 per month. The total cost per year is a whopping $70,200 and this doesn’t cover other related expenses including costs for food containers, offi ce supplies or advertising for fund raising events. MOW is a non-profi t organization which receives no federal, state or local funding and must rely on donations and fund raising events like this one, in order to continue to help their clients. Henry Chandler & Company Pine & Hardwood Mulching Careful Tree Removal Stump Grinding Emergency Tree Removal Tree & Landscape Care Your Professional Tree Doctor Henry A. Chandler Ed.D Dr. of Arboricultural Science P.O. Box 15 Fork Union, VA. 23055 Free Estimates Fully Insured for 2 Million Dollars Professional Member of International Society of Arborists www.henrychandlerandcoinc.com • info@henrychandlerandcoinc.com Over 30 Years Serving Lake Monticello & Central Virginia 434-842-5300 Cell 434-996-8889 Lake Monticello Fire & Rescue BINGO! Every Thursday! $1000 Jackpot* 70 or more players to pay $1000 pot. Progressive Game Now $1500 * * As of date 03-15-12 Doors Open at 5:30 p.m. Early Bird 6:45 p.m. 10 Slice Rd. Palmyra (Off Rt. 600, near CVS) Questions? Call 434-591-1018 March 15, 2012 | FLUVANNA REVIEW | 31
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