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Stage,” she had told me at the time. “Music on the Half Shell Stage is our summer concert series with everything from dance music to country. We have local bands plus a regional headliner every month from May to October. The park is a great place for families, including a children’s playground area called ‘River Play’ that features swings and slides and the region’s only splash pad. Our Farmers Market is there on every fourth Saturday from May to October too. It is a huge hit and right in the center of Kilmarnock.” Susan describes Kilmarnock as “amazing because it is a small Mayberry-like town, where you do know your friends and neighbors. Even visitors quickly feel like they are a part of the community. Friendliness really does come naturally here.” She’s right. Kilmarnock is indeed a cool, little town. “It’s a great place for foodies,” Anne says, adding that there seems to be something going on all the time. For instance, on June 30, the Chamber will be sponsoring Rhythm & Brews by the Bay (call 804-435-6092 for more info), and midNovember brings the annual Taste of the Bay (TasteOfTheBay.com) at the Tides Inn. When you come to Kilmarnock, you truly have come to the crossroads of the Northern Neck. It’s time to share the secret: this place has it all.
Mr. Carroll Lee Ashburn, the chairman of the museum’s board of directors. The 80-something Mr. Ashburn makes the history of the town come alive. DINING Car Wash Café (481 N. Main St.; 804-435-0405) Famous for their blueberry pancakes, sandwiches and sweet tea. Chao Phraya (43 S. Main St.; 804-577-4261) Authentic Thai cuisine, Sushi and premier local Seafood off the grill. Lee’s Restaurant (30 S. Main St.; 804-435-1255) Comfort food. Don’t miss the fried chicken. NN Burger (62 Irvington Road; 804-577-4400) Gourmet burgers, shakes, craft beers and live music. SHOPPING Burke’s Fine Jewelers (86 S. Main St.; 804-435-1302) Specializing in custom-made designs inspired by the local rivers and bay. Cathy’s Unique Pursuits (234 N. Main St.; 804-435-1388)
Hit the Hot Spots
Northern Neck Popcorn Bag (50 Irvington Road; 804-577-4200) Featuring over 50 flavors, all made right in the store.
ACCOMMODATIONS Kilmarnock Inn (34 E. Churh St.; 804435-0034; KilmarnockInn.com) Featuring a main house and seven guest cottages. Just steps from Kilmarnock’s quaint and picturesque Main Street. The Tides Inn (480 Kings Charter Dr., Irvington; TidesInn.com. Just five miles from Kilmarnock, The Tides Inn is in a league of its own.
Papeterie (24 N. Main St.; 804-435-1125) A paper and gift shop, specializing in weddings and parties. Weekend’s Fashions (125 S. Main St.; 804-577-4041) Men’s and ladies’ boutique located in a former Sears Roebuck house that was built in 1904. On the cutting edge of fashion with style and distinction.
ATTRACTIONS Kilmarnock Museum (76 N. Main St.; 840-436-9100) The museum is filled with photos and artifacts telling the history of the area. The main attraction is 58 West End's Best
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