Greetings,
Hope you can make it to one of the tours for Founder's Day this Friday and Saturday. If you think you know someone who might also like to attend and learn a bit about our incredible history, please pass this message along.
Have a great day,
Eric (Ricky) Price
aka - Colonel Wm. Crawford
Portsmouth, Va. Founder - 1752
Starboards Coffee Kiosk
Portsmouth Founder's Day Celebration
February 27 & 28, 2009
PHOTO CREDIT: Special thanks to Starboards customer and local photographer Clyde for the above photo of the statue of Col. William Crawford at TowneBank, located at High and Crawford streets in Olde Towne. Commemorative postcards of the photo are available exclusively at Starboards.
Happy Birthday, Portsmouth!
This Friday, February 27th, Portsmouth turns 257 years old. Founded in 1752 by Col. William Crawford, Portsmouth is rich in history. The Town of Portsmouth established by act of General Assembly and named for Portsmouth, England, by its founder.
Still standing is the original downtown intersection that the Col. William Crawford dedicated to public use -- one corner each for a church, a market, a courthouse, and a jail. In fact, Trinity Episcopal Church on the southwest corner -- founded in 1762 -- still rings its bells across the street from the 1846 Courthouse that now serves as a museum - the Courthouse Galleries. With six districts listed on the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places, it's no wonder Portsmouth played a significant role in our history.
Portsmouth CIty Employees, with a City Photo ID, can purchase a cup of coffee for $0.99 as our way of saying thanks! Now that's a stimulus package! This offer is good either Friday or Saturday.
Starboards is pleased to recognize and celebrate 257 years of Portmouth's maritime history with our own Founder's Day Celebration...
Starboards Introduces Colonial Coffee Drinks
Special Introductory Price $2.57 ea.
As part of our Founder's Day Celebration, Starboards will introduce a new line of Colonial Coffee Drinks. These coffee drinks are only $2.57 ea. to celebrate Portsmouth's 257th birthday.
Here's a tribute to a few of our Portsmouth notables...
Colonel Crawford Cappuccino A blend of Dark Chocolate, White Chocolate and Caramel syrups, double Espresso, foamed milk, whipped cream and dusted with espresso. Colonel William Crawford was the founder of Portsmouth, Virginia's quaint historic seaport. $3.25 Reg. Price.
Marquis de Lafayette LattéCinnamon syrup, double Espresso, steamed milk, topped with whipped cream and dusted with Betsy's original cinnamon topping. Marquis de Lafayette was the Frenchman who led our Colonial troops in the American Revolution. $3.50 Reg. Price.
General Cornwallis Café MochaCaramel syrup, double Espresso, steamed and foamed milk, topped with whipped cream and Dark Chocolate drizzle. General Cornwallis resided in Portsmouth before going to Yorktown. $3.75 Reg. Price.
Click here to see Starboard's Regular Menu. All beverages subject to tax.
Meet Col. William CrawfordWalking Tours - February 27th & 28th
10:00 a.m.
On Friday February 27th and Saturday February 28th, take a walk through the historic district of Olde Towne with Portsmouth's own Col. William Crawford to celebrate the 257th anniversary of the founding of Portsmouth.
The morning walking tours are led by Col. William Crawford (Ricky Price) in period attire. During this hour-long tour, you will get a taste of Portsmouth's history, the legends and folklore of Olde Towne and you'll learn about the district's unique architectural styles, which include Colonial, Federal, Greek Revival, Georgian and Victorian. Walking tours start at 10:00 a.m. and depart from Starboards at High Street Landing. Col. Crawford will be on hand at 9:30 a.m. to meet and greet customers, visitors and locals. Tickets are $10.00 per person or $15.00 for two. Tickets include a Starboards Coffee Coin for a FREE 12 oz. cup of coffee. Purchase tickets in advance or immediately before the tour at Starboards. For more information, call 757.478.0056 or email us. After the tour, you can enjoy lunch on your own at one of the local restaurants on historic High Street. We encourage you to support or restaurants, shops and attractions in Portsmouth.
Walking Tour Tip: It is recommended that flat, comfortable shoes be worn, as the walk is approximately one mile. Dress appropriately for rain or shine since there are no refunds for inclement weather.
Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth DVD
On Sale Now Save $5.00Join Col. William Crawford (Ricky Price) for a virtual walking tour of Olde Towne Portsmouth. This narrated DVD provides an insight into the history of Portsmouth. The DVD's are available for a discounted price at Starboards during our Founder's Day Celebration.
Watch the DVD TrailerSale Price: $14.95. List Price: $19.95.
Win a FREE DVD, if you give the correct answer to our Portsmouth History Trivia Contest. You may find this Portsmouth information helpful. Drawing to be held February 28, 2009. No purchase necessary.
Win "Two Tickets" to The Commodore Theatre
The Commodore Theatre is a true Portsmouth landmark. You can go to the movies or you can go to The Commodore and experience this unique dinner movie theatre. This luxuriously restored 1945 Art Deco-style motion picture theater shows first-run movies while serving light dinners.
Register at Starboards to win "two tickets" to The Commodore Theatre in Olde Towne Portsmouth. Drawing for tickets to be held February 28, 2009. No purchase necessary.
Here's a piece of Portsmouth history. Did you know? The Commodore Theatre is named for Commodore James Barron, veteran of the War of 1812, who is buried in the churchyard next to the theatre.
You Can Have Your Cake and Eat It, Too!
Only at Starboards this Friday
Enjoy our FREE birthday cake on Friday February 27th - while supplies last. While it is Founder's Day for Portsmouth, Starboards proprietor Betsy Cartier celebrates her birthday on February 27th as well.
Starboards Winter Hours
Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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