An Evening with Christopher Spitzmiller: A Year at Clove Brook Farm

Middleburg Community Center

300 West Washington Street, 20117, Middleburg, VA, United States

The Fauquier Loudoun Garden Club

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Founded in 1915, the Fauquier and Loudoun Garden Club (FLGC) has a long and distinguished history rooted in a shared passion for gardening, conservation, and community. Since our inception, we have been dedicated to enhancing the pleasure of country life through the exchange of ideas and information on gardening—a mission that continues to serve as the guiding principle at the heart of FLGC today.From its earliest days, FLGC has been a leader in horticulture, conservation, and preservation efforts. Just two months after its founding, the club hosted Virginia’s first public flower show. In the 1930s, members took a stand against roadside advertising, removing unsightly billboards to preserve the scenic beauty of Loudoun and Fauquier counties. The Club also played a significant role in the preservation of the historic Goose Creek Bridge, an iconic four-arched stone bridge built in 1803 on present-day Route 50. This bridge, a remarkable example of early American engineering, has witnessed centuries of history, serving as a key crossing point during both the War of 1812 and the Civil War.Today, FLGC continues its legacy working to promote the beauty and environmental stewardship of Virginia’s landscapes. As a proud member of both the Garden Club of America (since 1918) and the Garden Club of Virginia (a charter member since 1920), FLGC plays an active role in statewide conservation and horticultural initiatives.Each year, the club participates in Historic Garden Week, welcoming visitors to some of Virginia’s most beautiful gardens. Additionally, every other year, FLGC hosts a Garden Symposium, raising funds for local conservation efforts and community projects.