Events of the Hollow
2006 Events
March 11-12, 2006
The Virginia Classic
www.llamalife.com/classic/
Lexington, Virginia
This year's Virginia Classic is now over - The Sheriff and Friar Tuck had competition that was pretty stiff and didn't place in their first show. We are happy to report that they were both well behaved in the show ring! Their judge was looking more towards density as being the better fiber trait - both these boys have wonderfully soft and fine fiber. Maybe their next judge will appreciate fineness! Robin Hood did earn a second place in his class.
Sue entered three items in the Handmade Derby. A crocheted poncho earned a first place in that class; a child's hat took second in its class and an argyll scarf earned second in its class. Competition is getting stiffer in the fiber arts as well - and that is a good thing!
 
Photos from 2005
April 8, 2006
10 am to 4 pm
Sedalia Spring Fiber Festival
www.springfiberfestival.com
A celebration of Fiber Animals and Fiber Arts in Central Virginia being held at the Sedalia Center in beautiful, historic Bedford County. Come and join the fun at the festival! See all sorts of fiber animals - not just alpacas!
April 9, 2006
Alpaca Budget Caper - ABC Show
www.alpacaheritage.com
Howard County Fairgrounds
West Friendship, Maryland
Join us to watch and support our Alpaca Heritage friends at this small alpaca and fleece show. It is a day full of fun and information!
Photos from 2005
April 16, 2006
2nd Annual Shearing Day at Nottingham Hollow!
Join us for our second annual shearing here at the Hollow! This year Sue and Doug will do the shearing with help from our friends! We will once again welcome visitors and have food and drinks available.
Photos from 2005
May 20-21, May 27-29
June 3-4, June 10-11, June 17-18
The Virginia Renaissance Faire
www.varf.org
Lake Anna Winery
Spotsylvania, Virginia
Alpacas in the Renaissance you ask? Click here for "our" story!
"Discover the magic in the age of chivalry and romance as the Renaissance comes to life once again in Virginia. The Queen's Progress offers the rare opportunity to escape from your daily routine and step back in time by visiting a charming English country village. Frolic among nobles and fools, merchants and peasants, minstrels and dancers. Join artisans, craftspeople, and food merchants in a day overflowing with fun and history.
"Norrey's Garden offers a special world for children. Each afternoon, every child can receive a royal greeting after the Queen arrives into the village. There are arts and crafts, puppetry, and participation in interactive fairy tales for the thrill of being on stage. Children will love playing historical games such as 9 Man's Morris and Pell Mell. Or, they can even be knighted by Queen Elizabeth herself!"
Photos from 2005
August 2006
The Caroline County Fair
Ladysmith, Virginia
The Caroline County fair was a well-attended event. It was decided to eliminate the alpaca show due to the intense heat and humidity that August brings to this area. The small show was very well received in 2005 but was much too hard on our alpacas and exhibitors. We had an alpaca exhibit this year with only two alpacas displayed. Many people came specifically to see the alpaca exhibit so we are calling it a success!
September 28, 2006
The Virginia State Fair
Richmond, Virginia
It's time for the Virginia State Fair! Due to a scheduling conflict we are unable to bring our boys to show this year. Sue will be representing our farm solo, acting as Clerk for this small educational show.
September 30 - October 1, 2006
Renaissance Faire
www.varf.org
Green Hill Park
Salem City, Virginia
October 28, 2006
Harvest Festival, Salem Baptist Church
Please come visit us at the Salem Baptist Church where we will be exhibiting our alpacas at the Harvest Festival! This annual event runs between 9am and 4 pm at the church located on Route 3 in Spotsylvania.
November 4-5, 2006
VAOBA Alpaca Expo
VAOBA is planning its first major show in Virginia, the VAOBA Alpaca Expo, on November 4-5, 2006 - please take a moment right now to mark this date in your calendar!
This will be an alpaca event like nothing else you have ever experienced. VAOBA is planning to host a Level III AOBA-certified show with Tim Lavan and Jane Tellier judging!
Featuring:
- Karen Baum DVM of Little Doc's Veterinary Clinic, Virginia
~ Heat & Cold Stress in Alpacas
~ Medical Aspects of Handling Camelids
- Carl Persons of Hidden View Alpacas, Virginia
~ Farm Security and Safety - People, Animals and Premises
- Kate Perez
~ Introduction to Alpacas
- Georgia Mountain Fiber
~ Preparing Your Fleece For Processing
- Georgia Mountain Fiber
~ What to do with those Seconds & Thirds!
- Handcrafters' Spin-Off, Handmade Derby and Photo Contest, fiber craft demonstrations and an alpaca products store, for exhibitors and VAOBA members to show and sell their alpaca-related products.
The VAOBA Alpaca Expo is scheduled to be held at the Deep Run Hunt Club showground, which is conveniently and centrally located near Richmond, Virginia, just 3 miles off the I-64 exit and about 7 miles west of the I-64 / I-295 intersection.
This is an outdoor location with low-stress stalling for the alpacas in private, covered, wood-slatted 10' X 10' stalling in one of six barns. The ground is all natural - gravel inside the barn so it should drain well and be a really healthy show environment.
Come join us at the Virginia Alpaca Owners & Breeders first show!
For more information and answers to any questions please email: show@vaoba.info.
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