July 2012
July
Oak Ridge Estate House Tours Open to the Public Tuesday through Thursday each week with the first tour of the day starting at 10 a.m. and will continue to offer them every hour on the hour with the last tour of the day beginning at 3 p.m. Advance notice for large groups appreciated. Please call (434) 263 – 8676 for further details. 2300 Oak Ridge Road, Arrington,VA, 22922. http://www.oakridgeestate.com/pages/visitorinfo.htm
July 1
Build Your Own Bloody Mary at Devils Backbone Brewing Company 11:30AM to 2:30PM. Your server or bartender will provide you with a handy check list: 1) Choose your vodka. 2) Pick one of our offered mixes. 3) Peruse our extensive list of garnishes. 4) Top it off with your choice of spice/seasoning! 5) Sit back and enjoy the views of the Blue Ridge Mountains on our outdoor terrace! Devils Backbone Brewing Company, Crossroads of Route 151 and Route 664. 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland, VA, 22967. 434-361-1001. www.dbbrewingcompany.com
July 1
Blue Mountain Brewery Brunch 11AM. 9519 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, Va, 22920. 540-456-8020 www.bluemountainbrewery.com
July 1
Live music by Sunnyside, old time music in the Carter Family style, at Humpback Rocks Visitor Center and Pioneer Farm. 2PM to 4PM. All veterans will be recognized. Additional crafts, livestock and surprises. Bring a folding chair and enjoy Music in the Mountains with family and friends. Free. Schedule subject to changes and/or cancellations. For programming information call 540-943-4716. Milepost 5.8 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Afton, Va, 22920
July 4
Nelson County Annual Fourth of July Parade. 11AM. Parade theme is “America’s Monuments.” Floats, antique cars, children’s parade, fire and rescue, marching band. Front Street, Lovingston,VA, 22949. nelsonparade.blogspot.com To participate in the parade call 434-263-6700 or email: nelsonparade@yahoo.com
July 4
Fourth of July Jubilee at Wintergreen Resort . We’ll have music, a block party, movie under the stars, chairlift rides, games for the entire family and of course, FIREWORKS! See the mountain light up on Wednesday, July 4th. 434-325-8180. Wintergreen Drive, Wintergreen,Va 22958. 434-325-2200
July 4
Blue Mountain Brewery July 4th Celebration. Come celebrate the birth of a nation in the land of Jefferson with a local beer in Afton! 11:30AM to 9PM. 9519 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, Va, 22920. 540-456-8020www.bluemountainbrewery.com
July 4
“Fun on the Fourth” at Wintergreen Winery 462 Winery Lane Nellysford 22958. Noon until 7:00 PM. All American fun = sipping wine, liestening to great music, picnicking by the river, soaking in the scenery and kicking back! Family-firendly setting. Light picnic fare available. Fee includes wine glass, tasting and live music. 434-361-2519 www.wintergreenwinery.com
July 4
Red, White and Blue French Crepe Day with live music at Delfosse Vineyards and Winery 1:00 PM 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, VA, 22938 434-263-6100 finewines@delfossewine.com Fee. Reservations not required but we would prefer to know if you plan to attend.
July 6 through August 5
2012 Wintergreen Summer Music Festival presented by Wintergreen Performing Arts. 9AM. Fee. The theme of the Festival is INNOVATION 2012 with performances that include music, dance, theatre, film, food, wine, and the visual arts. Performances located at Wintergreen Resort and other Central Virginia locations. More than 200 events in 31 days. Schedule available online in early May.Fee. 434-325-8292
July 7, 14, 21, 28
Nelson Farmers Market Cooperative at 3079 Rockfish Valley Hwy. Nellysford,VA 22958. Every Saturday through October 8:oo AM – 12 noon, under the big white tent, a producer-only market featuring live music, fresh local produce, baked goods, fresh cheese, meats & poultry, fine crafts, plants, cut flowers and more. 434-244-2399 www.nelsonfarmersmarket.com
July 7
Central Virginia Blues Society Monthly Jam at the Hamner Theater. A la carte food available. Admission by donation. Doors 7:00PM. Information: 434-361-1999. Hamner Theater, 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA 22920. www.hamnertheater.com
July 7
Our Farm Beef Sampling at Saunders Brother Orchard. Live music by Alex Adams. Saunders Brothers Orchard Open 9AM to 5PM 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River,VA, 22964, (Route 56 West off Highway 29) 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com
July 7
Benefit for Haiti. The Habit returns to Cardinal Point to fill our field with great music, and to raise money for a Haitian orphanage Fee. Kids under 12 are free. All gate proceeds to benefit www.impactayiti.org. 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. 9423 Batesville Road, Afton, 22920. 540-456-8400 www.cardinalpointwinery.com
July 7
Ebony and Ivory Street Riders 9th Annual Car Show 12Noon to 4PM at Ebony and Ivory Field in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Nelson County Virginia. View antique cars, trucks, and motorcycles in a family friendly setting with a panoramic view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Prize raffle, First 50 registered cars receive trophies. Cars, trucks, and motorcycles welcome. Best of Show, Most Original, and Club Choice Awards will be given out. Come join us for this family event with a variety of food and drinks, kids activities, and hosreshoe pits. Entertainment to be announced. Fee for registered vehicles, free to the public, donations accepted. Bring lawn chairs. 128 Robert Cabbell Lane, Roseland,VA, 22967. 434-277-8455, 434-401-0658, or 434-907-0281.
July 7 and 8
Swannanoa Palace Open House 11:30AM to5:30PM. 497 Swannanoa Lane, Afton, VA, 22920. Fee. 540-942-5201
July 8
Bluegrass band Harmony Hill and Town Grass live at Royal Oaks Resort, in LOVE,VA. 1pm to 4pm.Free admission, donations appreciated. Food available from Parkway Deli, Bring Chairs for seating in outdoor amphitheater for this family centered event. Directions: Exit 99 off Interstate 64, South on Blue Ridge Parkway for 16 miles, right on Love Road (Route 814) for 500 feet, Royal Oaks is on the right. 540-943-7625 www.vacabins.com 45 Royal Oaks Lane, Love, VA, 22952
July 8
Build Your Own Bloody Mary at Devils Backbone Brewing Company 11:30AM to 2:30PM. Your server or bartender will provide you with a handy check list: 1) Choose your vodka. 2) Pick one of our offered mixes. 3) Peruse our extensive list of garnishes. 4) Top it off with your choice of spice/seasoning! 5) Sit back and enjoy the views of the Blue Ridge Mountains on our outdoor terrace! Devils Backbone Brewing Company, Crossroads of Route 151 and Route 664. 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland, VA, 22967. 434-361-1001. www.dbbrewingcompany.com
July 8
Blue Mountain Brewery Brunch 11AM. 9519 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, Va, 22920. 540-456-8020 www.bluemountainbrewery.com
July 8
Summer Food and Wine Pairing at Del Fosse Vineyards and Winery. Four gourmet courses paired with Del Fosse wines.1 PM. Fee. Reservations required. 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, VA, 22938 434-263-6100 finewines@delfossewine.com
July 10
Hydrangeas for the Garden with Susan B. Viemeister and Foxie Morgan at Pharsalia 9:45AM to 1PM. Fee includes lunch.Hydrangeas for the Table with Susan B. Viemeister and Foxie Morgan at Pharsalia 1:30PM to4:30PM. Fee includes afternoon tea and refreshments.To register: www.pharsaliaevents.com Phone: 434-277-5231. 2333 Pharsalia Road, Tyro,VA, 22976
July 14
Meet The Grower at Saunders Brother Orchard. Bennett is in charge of our orchards. Today he will answer all the questions you ever wanted to ask about our peaches. We are also celebrating today as White Lade Peach Day. Come taste these wonderful white peaches. Music by Dave Miller & Friends. Saunders Brothers Orchard Open 9AM to 5PM 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River,VA, 22964, (Route 56 West off Highway 29) 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com
July 14
Mud Bog at Rockfish Valley Volunteer Fire and Rescue. Gates open 9AM. First truck in the mud at Noon. Fee. Rockfish Valley Volunteer Fire and Rescue, 11100 Rockfish Valley Highway, Afton,VA, 22920. 434-361-1826
July 14
Bastille Day Jazz in July with Bob Bennetta, Jim Ryan and Dickie Orange at the Hamner Theater. Tickets / Information: 434-361-1999. Hamner Theater, 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA 22920. www.hamnertheater.com
July 14
Starry Nights at Veritas Vineyard and Winery featuring Abbey Road, Beatles cover band. 7PM to 11PM.Join us for live music, wine and the big outdoors! Bring your family, friends, blankets, lawnchairs and dancing shoes for an unforgettable night under the stars. Space is unlimited and tickets can be purchased the night of the event. We do suggest that you consider making your reservations online. 151 Veritas Lane, Afton, VA, 22920 www.veritaswines.com Questions? Please call 540-456-8000 ext. 108.
July 14 through August 18
Blackberry Season at Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery. Pick your own blackberries. Extended hours for blackberry season. Wednesday through Saturday 9AM to 5PM. Sunday 11AM to 5PM. www.hilltopberrywine.com 2800 Berry Hill Road, Nellysford 22958, Route 612 (off Route 151) 434-361-1266
July 15
Build Your Own Bloody Mary at Devils Backbone Brewing Company 11:30AM to 2:30PM. Your server or bartender will provide you with a handy check list: 1) Choose your vodka. 2) Pick one of our offered mixes. 3) Peruse our extensive list of garnishes. 4) Top it off with your choice of spice/seasoning! 5) Sit back and enjoy the views of the Blue Ridge Mountains on our outdoor terrace! Devils Backbone Brewing Company, Crossroads of Route 151 and Route 664. 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland, VA, 22967. 434-361-1001. www.dbbrewingcompany.com
July 15
Blue Mountain Brewery Brunch 11AM. 9519 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, Va, 22920. 540-456-8020 www.bluemountainbrewery.com
July 15
Live music by Loose Gravel, mighty fine old time and bluegrass band, at Humpback Rocks Visitor Center and Pioneer Farm. 2PM to 4PM. Bring a folding chair and enjoy Music in the Mountains with family and friends. Free. Schedule subject to changes and/or cancellations. For programming information call 540-943-4716. Milepost 5.8 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Afton, Va, 22920
July 21
First Freestone Peach of the Season at Saunders Brother Orchard! Our First Freestone Peach of the Season – Salem. Salem peaches are in! Great for canning, freezing, and peach ice cream! Live music by Dancing Strings. Saunders Brothers Orchard Open 9AM to 5PM 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River,VA, 22964, (Route 56 West off Highway 29) 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com
July 21
Wintergreen Adaptive Sports Golf Tournament @ Stoney Creek. More details coming soon! www.skiwas.org email: info@skiwas.org phone: (434) 325-2007
July 21
Tins For Tunes Concert Series and Food Drive at Cardinal Point Vineyard and Winery featuring The Cashmere Jungle Lords.9423 Batesville Road, Afton 22920. 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Live music event to collect non-perishable food items. If you forget to bring your cans, we will charge you a fee at the door. 540-456-8400 www.cardinalpointwinery.com
July 22
Gospel grass bands. Heaven’s Mountain Band and Cousins 4 Christ live at Royal Oaks Resort, in LOVE,VA. 1pm to 4pm.Free admission, donations appreciated. Food available from Parkway Deli, Bring Chairs for seating in outdoor amphitheater for this family centered event. Directions: Exit 99 off Interstate 64, South on Blue Ridge Parkway for 16 miles, right on Love Road (Route 814) for 500 feet, Royal Oaks is on the right. 540-943-7625 www.vacabins.com 45 Royal Oaks Lane, Love, VA, 22952
July 22
Build Your Own Bloody Mary at Devils Backbone Brewing Company 11:30AM to 2:30PM. Your server or bartender will provide you with a handy check list: 1) Choose your vodka. 2) Pick one of our offered mixes. 3) Peruse our extensive list of garnishes. 4) Top it off with your choice of spice/seasoning! 5) Sit back and enjoy the views of the Blue Ridge Mountains on our outdoor terrace! Devils Backbone Brewing Company, Crossroads of Route 151 and Route 664. 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland, VA, 22967. 434-361-1001. www.dbbrewingcompany.com
July 22
Blue Mountain Brewery Brunch 11AM. 9519 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, Va, 22920. 540-456-8020 www.bluemountainbrewery.com
July 22
French Crepe Day at Delfosse Vineyards and Winery 1:00 PM 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, VA, 22938 434-263-6100 finewines@delfossewine.com Fee. Reservations not required but we would prefer to know if you plan to attend.
July 24
Seasonal Flower Arranging and Tastings with Meg Laughon at Pharsalia Fee includes all food and flowers. To register: www.pharsaliaevents.com Phone: 434-277-5231. 2333 Pharsalia Road, Tyro,VA, 22976
July 28
Loring Peach Day at Saunders Brother Orchard. Live Music by Kim & Jimbo. Saunders Brothers Orchard Open 9AM to 5PM 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River,VA, 22964, (Route 56 West off Highway 29) 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com
July 28
Afton After Hours at Afton Mountain Vineyards with live music by Crys Matthews 6PM to 9PM. 234 Vineyard Lane, Afton 22920 Route 631 (Off Route 6) 540-456-8667
July 29
Build Your Own Bloody Mary at Devils Backbone Brewing Company 11:30AM to 2:30PM. Your server or bartender will provide you with a handy check list: 1) Choose your vodka. 2) Pick one of our offered mixes. 3) Peruse our extensive list of garnishes. 4) Top it off with your choice of spice/seasoning! 5) Sit back and enjoy the views of the Blue Ridge Mountains on our outdoor terrace! Devils Backbone Brewing Company, Crossroads of Route 151 and Route 664. 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland, VA, 22967. 434-361-1001. www.dbbrewingcompany.com
July 29
Blue Mountain Brewery Brunch 11AM. Live music by Rattlesnake Creek. 9519 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, Va, 22920. 540-456-8020 www.bluemountainbrewery.com
July 30 and 31
Where Chaos Sleeps By Peter Coy, for the Wintergreen Performing Arts Summer Fest at the Hamner. Tickets / Information: 434-361-1999. Hamner Theater, 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA 22920. www.hamnertheater.com