Exactly three years ago today, I was in this location (with an extremely rare picture of the feeder to prove it). Do you know where it is?
Got it? here’s another clue.
You’re correct, it’s the hallowed grounds of the Augusta National Golf Club. (and the famous 12th hole on amen corner). If you EVER get a chance to go to the Master's, do not pass it up (unless of course you don’t care about golf). It is an experience you will never forget. Actually, I take that back. Even if you don’t care for golf, it is a lovely place just to be. As I probably said in a long ago bottom feeder, people somehow behave civilly, and you sort of have the feeling of being in church. And there is a requirement to eat a pimento sandwich. You have to. Sigh…it lives up to its reputation..
Have Done:
Some of the “to do” has lapsed into the “have done” category. Wednesday, MFO and I had a chance to “review” the new tour at the historic Sotterley Plantation. They are revamping the current tour of the manor house and wanted to do a “dry run” before going public. I did learn some new things about the place including a new appreciation of Herbert Satterlee and his approach to decorating the place, along with Mable Ingalls. Sotterley Plantation and Historic St. Mary’s City are worth visiting and revisitng…
And, speaking of the latter, last night we went down to the Annual Archeology Lectures at the Visitor Center. Of course everybody knows that April is archeology month, and the City sort of honors that with lectures on various topics. Lecturers were Ruth Mitchell (senior archeologist – in position, not age!); Tim Riordan (Director of Archeology); and Terry Brock a PhD Candidate from Michigan State(!) Ruth and Tim spoke about ongoing projects around the city and what they are learning about early life in the colony. Great stuff, it's nice to see what's under our feet and what we can learn. Terry spoke more specifically about his research into “community” in the African American community during slavery and after emancipation. There is so much neat stuff to do (but I haven’t mentioned this before).
Can Do:
The normal Friday feature is a bit lacking today, although (speaking of history again) there will be a program tomorrow (if the stupid government stays open) at Thomas Stone National Historic Site near Port Tobacco. Our own Aaron Meisinger the multi talented re-enactor (and did you know one of the original servers at Brome Howard Inn?) will be portraying Leonard Calvert (first governor of Maryland). Aaron is always entertaining no matter what hat he is wearing. Things start at 2pm.
Sotterley Plantation kicks of this year’s lecture series with a program about Frederick Law Olmstead, a famous landscape architect and urban planner. There will be a film. No charge, begins at 3pm (exactly when the coverage of the final round of the master’s begins!!). Depending on the status of the golf tournament, you may or may NOT see the feeder..
Jefferson Patterson Park opens this weekend…
Speaking of openings, the new wine and liquor store “Twist” is having hoopla today as part of their Grand Opening. Ribbon cutting at 4:30, food samples, and for all you die hard Redskin Fans, Dexter Manly will be there from 6 to 8.
Tiki bar opens on the 15th. Plan to either attend or stay away…
Quick Foodie Notes:
I note that todays “Around Town” insert in the Enterprise that (how did I miss this?) our “tea room” in Leonardtown has shed its little old ladies who eat cucumber sandwiches (not that there’s anything wrong with that) image and has become – for want of a better term – a “real restaurant”. It’s called “Cahil’s Café” . Unless I missed it (always possible) the derivation of the name is not revealed. Owner is a Hilburn, and chef a Turner..but I am always a fan of alliteration. Anyway it'll go on the list for a feeder visit...
I see iron is coming out of the ground just north of the Olive Garden, which I suppose will eventually turn out to be the Texas Roadhouse or Texas Steakhouse or whatever. Wonder if they had any pause for thought after Lone Star shuttered…
I had another couple of topics, but we’ll save those for another day..
If you go out this weekend, remember you MUST
DFD
Ps: Go Phil!
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