Beardie Beat

Hello everyone,

Another summer has flown by, and fall is officially in the air! A big thank-you to everyone who joined us for last month’s Herding Instinct event. It was a beautiful day, and the dogs had a fantastic time—whether their highlight was meeting sheep or mingling with friends! Special thanks to Diane Spinelli for all her work in organizing such a fun and memorable day.

We’re excited to see you next week at our October winery event, where we’ll enjoy some great company and present the proposed slate of board members for next year. Many thanks to Jan Vallone for putting this gathering together. Details on time and location can be found below in the newsletter.

As mentioned in the meeting minutes further down, we’re currently seeking a host and location for our Annual Meeting in November. Hosting is flexible—you’re welcome to open your home or help coordinate a public space for us to meet. The event typically includes a potluck (with the main course provided by the club), followed by a short meeting and a vote on the new board slate.

If you’re interested in helping out, please reach out to Laura or Casey. While we’re in a strong place with membership—especially compared to other regional Beardie clubs—we continue to rely on your participation to keep things running smoothly.

Warmly,

Laura Colombo

NCBCC President

Returning to our favorite spot in the patio of the dog park, NCBCC will be hosting a gathering for humans and canines alike. We have 3 tables reserved and the beardies can hang out with the humans or bark amongst themselves for a few hours. Please bring a snack or treat to share. Wine can be purchased from the vineyard

Thanks to those who entered and attended the herding instinct test on 9/20/2025! Special thanks to our organizer, Diane Spinelli, Laura Colombo for arranging lunch, and our hosts at Keepstone Farm.

Meting Called to order: 11:28am

Attendees: Diane Spinelli, Roger Orrock, Kathy Dimond, Linda Porter, Gary & Kathy Wilson, Angela and John Schmidt, Casey Minner, Laura Colombo, Pat Colombo & Joel Robinson, Marsha Francis, Linda Slaght (Prospective)

The meeting opened by thanking Diane for organizing the herding event.

Old Business

• Agility is all set for Leesburg, VA 1/30-2/1(3 days). Note: Crating will be from cars. Judge is all booked. Need a few additional committee members
  
• Looking for a spot for the annual meeting - date is flexible, 2 weeks after 10/25 or more
  

New Business

• Nominating committee chair - Linda Porter with Roger and Kathy D for committee members. Slate to be presented in meeting on 10/25
  
• Scottish walk will once again be attended the first Saturday in December in Old Town.
• Specialty Weekend(April) - Friday judges are Maureen Betts and Michelle Marini (sweeps). NCBCC and BCKC have partnered to extend offers to 2 additional breeder judges for the Saturday/Sunday specialty shows and sweepstakes will also be offered
  
• Discussed NCBCC’s bid to host the 2028 National Specialty in Kingsport, TN , ~10/7-14/2028. Hotel has been extremely flexible. Site visit went well. Putting forward application for review by BCCA board in October 2025
• Diane let us know Tony had been injured. Everyone wishes him well with speedy healing!

Motion to adjourn (Spinelli), Second (Linda) 11:53am

NCBCC welcomes prospective new members! We have new membership applications from:

SARAH BURKE

As a reminder, new applicants must attend two NCBCC events and be published in our newsletter before we can vote the in. We’re so excited to have these folks join us

Sarah Burke

8047 Alsandair Terrace

Chesterfield, VA 23838

Sarah@burketaxlaw.com

Beardies: Royalton Beardies- Gracie, Owen, Bridget, Kate