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Classes, Seminars, Lectures and Volunteer Opportunities - Time SensitiveMorvan Park Calendar of Events for Equestrian Activities:Morvan Park Full Calendar of Events Morven Park The Mare and Foal Center/Virginia Tech Middleburg Agricultural Research and Extension Center (MARE Center)Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine/Event Dates Mare and Foal Center Website: Mare and Foal Center Virginia Tech Middleburg Agricultural Research and Extension Center (MARE Center)Contact Donna at (540) 687-3521 ext. 22 or dmcdo05@vt.edu for more information. The Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical CenterThe Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center ("Tuesday Talks" and "Continuing Education") Click on New and Events. Tuesday Talk presentations will begin at 7:00 pm in the library of the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center, Leesburg, Virginia. National Sporting Library and MuseumFeatured Events: National Sporting Library/Middleburg, VA and Full Event Calendar/National Sporting Library and Museum The National Sporting Library/Gallery Talks "Each week our Clarice & Robert H. Smith Educator or Museum Curators will give attendees a personalized sneak peek at traveling exhibitions, permanent collections, and the fascinating stories behind the works in the Museum's art collections. No two tours are alike, so come back for more! Reservations are not required and admission is free. Bring your friends! Gallery Talks are every Wednesday at 2:00pm..." Gallery Talks (every Wednesday) Take advantage of our newest program, Gallery Talks. Once a week our Museum Curators or Educator will give attendees a personalized peek at traveling exhibitions, new acquisitions or permanent collections pieces. No two talks will be alike. Reservations are not required and admission is free. Gallery Talks take place every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. Upcoming Events: - Follow the link: National Sporting Library Sunday Sketch Join NSLM for Sunday Sketch on the first Sunday of the month, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Each month a local art teacher or artist leads a sketching session in the art galleries, guiding participants on style, composition, or another aspect of drawing. Supplies (pencils, paper, sketch boards, and clipboards) will be provided for attendees. The program is free and open to the public of all ages. Participants will receive free admission to the Museum. Pre-registration is encouraged. School Programs: NSLM offers tours and STEM-based lessons for classes of up to 30 students at a time. For more information visit our Students & Groups Page or contact Anne Marie Barnes, Clarice & Robert H. Smith Educator, at ABarnes@NationalSporting.org or (540) 687-6542 x25. New - The National Sporting Library & Museum Expands Sunday Hours - MIDDLEBURG, Virginia - The National Sporting Library & Museum (NSLM) is opening its doors three hours earlier on Sundays to be more accessible to its members, scholars, and visitors. Previous Sunday hours were from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and now Sunday hours are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., the same as the institution's Wednesday to Saturday hours. National Sporting Library and Museum Upcoming Events/Open Late SeriesNSLM free summer concert series called Open Late. Every fourth Friday from April through September, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The event series features regional performers and a cash bar with Virginia craft beers and local wines. Guests are invited to stroll through the Museum and spread out picnic blankets on the lawn for the open-air concert. Admission is free. The National Sporting Library " Museum (NSLM) is located in Middleburg, Virginia, the heart of beautiful hunt country. Founded in 1954, the renowned research Library, and fine art Museum highlight the rich heritage and tradition of country pursuits. Angling, horsemanship, shooting, steeplechasing, foxhunting, flat racing, polo, coaching, and wildlife are among the subjects one can explore in the organization's general stacks, rare book holdings, archives, and art collection. The NSLM offers a wide variety of educational programs, exhibitions, and family activities throughout the year, and is open to researchers and the general public. The NSLM is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. While there is no admission fee to the Library, the Museum charges $10 for adults, $8 for youths (age 13-18), and $8 for seniors. NSLM members and children age 12 and under are free. Library & Museum hours are Wednesday-Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. NationalSporting.org Contact: Susan Brewster Prince William Soil & Water Conservation DistrictContact Virginia Horse CouncilOther Exhibitions and Classes:
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