The Founders Inn and Spa honors the nation's proud heritage while looking to the future. The Founders Inn and Spa's name comes from the Founding Fathers who drafted the Constitution in 1787. The resort features captivating Grand Georgian architecture. Renowned art and antiques-including noteworthy period furnishings-adorn the property. Guests experience the intimate hospitality of a country inn, outstanding recreational amenities, as well as technologically superior conference space.

The Rose & Crown Restaurant, located in Preservation Park at the beautiful county seat of historic New Kent, Virginia, features casual upscale fare with a contemporary English theme. Though the Rose and Crown restaurant is brand new, its vintage home is quite old. The building has been renovated by the Crump family, whose ancestors have resided in the area since the 1700s. The Rose and Crown is part of the New Kent Courthouse Village, featuring the rural village lifestyle of Maidstone and Preservation Park.

Don't miss the Rose and Crown's monthly food and wine tasting series.

July Food and Wine Tasting: Jefferson Vineyards

Thursday, July 15, 2010
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Reservation required. Call 804-966-1325.

Contributed by Taylor Stone

Did you know that the term “Happy Hour” originated in the United States Navy?

Back in the 1920’s, the term was slang for the scheduled time of on-ship performances when the sailors were a little “happy” from drinking.

Tribute to the Armed Forces - July 4 and July 5, 2010

Kings Dominion is pleased to announce that it will offer FREE admission to active duty and retired military personnel on Sunday and Monday of the July 4th weekend as a part of its Tribute to the Armed Forces program. The exact dates are July 4, 5, 2010 and includes all branches of the service, National Guard and Reserves.

To receive the Free ticket, the active duty or retired service member must show a valid military ID or discharge papers at Kings Dominion on one of the dates of the program. Up to six family members or friends age 3 and above will also be able to purchase specially discounted tickets at the Park for $33.99 each. Children 2 and under are admitted free.

4th of July Sale Williamsburg Prime Outlets

July 1, 2010- July 5, 2010

Ooh, So Yummy...2010 July Restaurant Week in Charlottesville

Monday, July 12, 2010 - Sunday, July 18, 2010

The tables are set, and the three-course menus are fixed at several of the finest restaurants, as culinary enthusiasts prepare to please their palates without draining their wallets during our fair city's amazing semi-annual event, Restaurant Week.

For any diner who has ever dreamed about fine dining without breaking the bank, Restaurant Week is that dream... come true. Modeled on similar events in other cities, this is seven days of good food and good fun. Diners get to choose from each participating restaurant's special prix fixe menu and enjoy three courses- an appetizer, an entree, and dessert - for just $26*. (Beverages, tax, and gratuity not included.)