http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,1,0,0,html http://pecva.org/anx/img/logo.gif http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,1,0,0,html Piedmont Environmental Council 60 en (Rappahannock) Drive to the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and enjoy the weekend long Artists of Rappahannock Tour. Over 16 artist studios and 8 galleries will be open for touring. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,266,1626,-1,html (Culpeper) Tour historic homes in Culpeper during the first annual Holiday Tour of Homes in Downtown Culpeper. Take the trolley and visit homes decorated for the holidays. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,266,1625,-1,html (Front Royal) Learn about the salamander species in our region at this lecture by the Smithsonian National Zoo. Jennifer Sevin will give a presentation highlighting their biodiversity and ecological & human importance. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,266,1628,-1,html (Clarke)Learn about fiber animals and see sheep dog demonstrations, a llama performance, craft demonstrations, and much more at the Shenandoah Valley Fiber Festival in Berryville. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,266,1624,-1,html (Warrenton) Are you eager to learn if an agricultural business is right for you? The Exploring The Small Farm Dream 4-session course will help potential new farmers and agribusiness owners evaluate their farm business dreams and clarify next steps. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,266,1623,-1,html View the map of the 500kv Transmission Line Route approved by the Virginia SCC on October 7th, contingent on approval from both West Virginia and Pennsylvania. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,247,1622,-1,html (Clarke) Sample local food and home grown Virginia products at the Clarke County Farm Fun Day. There will also be kids activities, demonstrations, and interactive displays at Clermont Farm. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,266,1620,-1,html (Loudoun) Come see the new Aquiary exhibit on water and learn ways to help keep Loudoun's streams clean at the 7th Annual Family Stream Day in Ashburn. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,266,1619,-1,html (Leesburg) Learn about Leesburg's urban forest and recent urban tree canopy assessment from urban forester Jay Banks of Virginia's Urban Forest Council. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,266,1618,-1,html Learn the important role of riparian buffers and how they provide benefits to landowners and the environment. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,110,1616,-1,html Map showing the privately and publicly protected lands in Culpeper County. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,418,1617,-1,html In a decision issued October 7th, the Virginia SCC issues approval for the transmission line, contingent on approval in both West Virginia and Pennsylvania. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,215,1615,-1,html The two Pennsylvania Judges reviewing the proposal in PA have recommended the line be turned down, saying the true impetus for the line is "to transport cheaper coal-fired generation from [west] to [east]." http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,215,1614,-1,html (Albemarle) Tom Burford, Professor Apple, will provide numerous apple varieties, each introduced with a discussion of their history and culture. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,266,1613,-1,html (Loudoun) Bring your binoculars and discover birds in the rich habitat of Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve with the Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and Friends of Banshee Reeks. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,266,1606,-1,html (Loudoun) Celebrate local at The McGhee Foundation's Second Annual Benefit Gala at Farmers' Delight Plantation in Middleburg. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,266,1608,-1,html (Winchester) Come celebrate fall and Shenandoah Valley's rich farming heritage with Local Harvest Days at the Z Street Market. You'll have a chance to meet your local farmers, brewers, artists, and a live scarecrow. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,266,1611,-1,html (Madison) Attend the Rappahannock Rapidan Regional Commission's annual meeting and listen to keynote speaker Joel Salatin of Polyface Farm, nationally known farmer, writer and speaker on alternative agriculture. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,266,1609,-1,html Learn more about the proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan and view a map of agricultural lands slated for development in Northeast Orange County. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,99,1610,-1,html (Charlottesville) Learn the basic principles and strategies to live more sustainably in your home, neighborhood, or community at this workshop near Charlottesville. http://pecva.org/anx/index.cfm/1,266,1605,-1,html