Per Vitem!  Ad Vitam!  (Through the vine!  Towards life!)

KNIGHTS  OF THE VINE  Nation's Capitol Chapter

By popular demand, we changed the day of the cruise of the Memorials to Sunday evening.  The Redskins do not play that weekend.

The Admiral Tilp is being prepped for our sailing.  This is a double-decker vessel that gives clear, unobstructed 360° views from the top deck.  It is Coast Guard certified for over seventy and will comfortably accommodate fifty passengers.  Our scheduled cruise will include the breathtaking views of Washington Monuments and Memorials at night.

It is rumored that we will have appropriate beverages to celebrate grand views of Washington.  Rumored??  Most likely, this year, as last, the goodies will be on the lower deck and the real party on the upper deck.

The Port of Alexandria (city marina) is behind the Torpedo Factory at Union and Cameron Streets in the heart of Old Town Alexandria.

Please make your reservations by sending your check to Ken Haapala, 9634 Boyett Court, Fairfax, VA 22032, (703) 978-6230, ken@haapala.com.  Since we will be purchasing perishable foods for the cruise we will require payment be submitted by Thursday, September 26th.  The price is the same as last year:  $59.00 per person for each member and first guest and $65.00 per person for additional guests.

Please make your reservations early.  Please remember, embark at 6:45 and sailing at 7 p.m.  Time and Tide wait for no Knight or Lady.
 
 

Traditionally held in the Blue Ridge, the Thomas Jefferson Dinner has been our hallmark for fabulous and eclectic dining.  Patty Callahan graciously offered her home for the event.  Set in the piedmont, at the foot of the Blue Ridge, Patty’s home offers a perfect opportunity to enjoy the fruits of the Virginia countryside in a manner in which Thomas Jefferson dreamed.

Karen Harper Fuog will be the chef.  In her first effort, not wishing to be too forward, Karen was very good.  A year later, more venturesome, Karen was superb.  Now, after a year break, Karen may be prepared to challenge even the most jaded of our palates (is that possible?).

No doubt, this event will be sold out!  The costs will be $175 per person for a member and first guest and $200 per person for additional guests.  Early reservations are being accepted.  Since Sandy Shutler is out of town, please confirm your reservation by sending a check to Ken Haapala, 9634 Boyett Court, Fairfax, VA 22032, (703) 978-6230, ken@haapala.com.  Members have priority!!!