June 2012
June
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
June 1
Opening Day for Saunders Brothers Orchard Farm Market. Sweet, delicious tree-ripened peaches are available June 20 – September. Yellow-fleshed peach varieties include Sentry, Redhaven, Loring, Salem, Blake and Laurol. White-fleshed peach varieties include White Lady, Sugar Giant and Snow Giant. Fresh-picked apples include Gala, Golden and Red Delicious, Fuji, Braeburn and Pink Lady. Apples are available starting early August through November. Try our yummy peach & scuppernong ciders, peach salsa, fruit butters and jams and much more. Tour our Antique Farm Equipment Museum. Retail store is open Monday through Saturday 9 am to 5 pm. Closed Sunday. 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, Route 56 (off Highway 29) 434-277-5455
June 2, 9, 16. 23, 30
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
June 2
Children’s Day at the Nelson Farmers Market Cooperative . 9AM to 12Noon. Featuring music by Kim and Jimbo Cary, children’s book author Marcie Gibbons, free petting zoo, free coloring books and crayons, free face painting from 10AM to 11AM and childrens $1.00 shopping. 3079 Rockfish Valley Hwy. Nellysford,VA 22958. 434-244-2399 www.nelsonfarmersmarket.com
June 2
Andy Burdetsky and the Power Trio at the Hamner Theater. Tickets / Information: 434-361-1999. Hamner Theater, 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA 22920. www.hamnertheater.com
June 2
Birds Over the Bistro at Basic Necessities. 2PM to 5PM in our backyard. A fundraiser for the Wildlife Center of Virginia. Fee includes wine tasting, accompanied by a selection of cheeses and breads. Meet avian ambassadors from the Wildlife Center of Virginia. This wonderful nonprofit was formed in 1982 to provide quality health care, often on an emergency basis, to native wildlife and is located in Waynesboro. www.wildlifecenter.org . Basic Necessities Cafe Wine and Cheese Shop South of France setting with imported wine and cheeses. 2226 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford,VA 22958. 434-361-1766
June 2
Selected Plants available for purchase during the 2012 season at Saunders Brother Orchard. Music by Dave Miller & Friends at 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
June 2
Hike Wintergreen. Sponsored by Wintergreen Resort and The Wintergreen Nature Foundation. Wintergreen has joined the National Trail Day Celebration with the inaugural Hike Wintergreen with five diverse trails with varying levels of difficulty that will provide adventures for the novice hiker to the advanced trailblazer. 1 mile Appalachian Amble – An interpretive hike for adventurers of all ages (10:30am and 1:30 start times) . 1.5 mile Cliffs Challenge – Guided hike for those able adventurers (10:30am and 1:30 start times). 6.5 mile Wintergreen Highland – On your own for this Intermediate Adventurers. 14 mile Devils Walkabout – On your own for this advanced adventurer only trip (8:15am start). 14 mile Perimeter Purgatory – On your own for this difficult/advanced trail running experience (8am start). Fee. Click here to download a registration packet (pdf).Register by May, 15th and you will receive a Hike Wintergreen t-shirt. All hikes start from the Discovery Ridge Adventure Center. Bonus adventure: 30 minute summer tubing session for June 2. Pick up tickets at registration to get a time that works for you and your family. Tubing limited to 25 people per session and restricted to participants 42” or taller.The Discovery Ridge Adventure Center will have a variety of drinks and food available for purchase. Discovery Ridge Adventure Center will be open from 10am – 6pm.Zipline and Summer Tubing will be open 12pm – 6pm. Proceeds to benefit: Nelson County Parks and Recreation Scholarship Fund. Wintergreen Drive, Wintergreen,VA, 22958. 434-325-8169(Wintergreen Nature Foundation)
June 2 – 3
Swannanoa Palace Open House 11:30AM to 5:30PM. 497 Swannanoa Lane, Afton, VA, 22920. Fee. 540-942-5201
June 3
Live music by Grassy Ridge, bluegrass at its finest, 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
June 3
Blue Mountain Brewery Brunch 11AM. Live music 2:30PM to 5PM. 9519 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, Va, 22920. 540-456-8020 www.bluemountainbrewery.com
June 3
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
June 8
Matthew Olwell, Emily Oleson and the Beat Retreat at the Hamner Theater. Tickets / Information: 434-361-1999. Hamner Theater, 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA 22920. www.hamnertheater.com
June 9
Salsas & Cider Sale at Saunders Brother Orchard . 25% off all Salsas & Ciders and Music by Alex Adams at 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
June 9
Starry Nights at Veritas Vineyard and Winery featuring Beleza Brasil and Bio Ritmo. 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.
June 9
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
June 10
Gospel Grass and Irish Folk Band. Christian’s Creek and The Virginia Reels 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
June 10
Blue Mountain Brewery Brunch 11AM. Live music by The Juke Joint Junkies 2:30Pm to 5PM. 9519 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, Va, 22920. 540-456-8020 www.bluemountainbrewery.com
June 10
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
June 15-17
Father’s Day Weekend at Wintergreen Resort. Start a new tradition and celebrate this special holiday at Wintergreen Resort. Treat Dad to a day of rest and rejuvenation with one of our Spa’s gentlemen’s services, 20% off this weekend only. June 16 Scotch & Whiskey Tasting in the Shamokin Room at 5 PM. $40 includes the tasting and light hors d’oeuvres. Top off the evening with dinner in The Copper Mine Bistro. RSPV by June 11, 434-325-8090. Wintergreen Drive, Wintergreen,Va 22958.
June 16
Early Peaches & Veggies at Saunders Brother Orchard . Sampling of Early Peaches and Veggies and Live music by Dancing Strings at 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
June 16
Live Music by The Judy Chops 8PM to 10PM at Blue Mountain Brewery. 9519 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, Va, 22920. 540-456-8020www.bluemountainbrewery.com
June 16
Tins For Tunes Concert Series and Food Drive at Cardinal Point Vineyard and Winery featuring Paulo Franco and the Rateros. 9423 Batesville Rd., Afton 22920. 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Live Music event to collect non-perishable items for our local food bank. Admission is free with 5 non-perishable food items. If you forget to bring your cans, we will charge a fee at the door. 540-456-8400 www.cardinalpointwinery.com
June 16
Edible Landscaping’s All About Fruit Day at Edible Landscaping 361 Spirit Ridge Ln. Afton, 22920. 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tour the orchard, and learn about horticultural techniques, take advantage of a plant sale. Guest speakers, grafting and pruning demonstrations, pest control, music and more. 434-361-9134 www.ediblelandscaping.com
June 16
Grand opening of the new Rockfish Valley Foundation Natural History Center located in the Wintergreen Country Store. Virginia Museum of Natural History staff will be installing elements of the recent “Living off the Land” exhibit at the center. The exhibit will include an array of taxidermied native wildlife, including black bear, wild turkey, squirrel, possum and others. Other displays will give young visitors the chance to experience animal pelts, insects, rocks, and other artifacts. 1368 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford,VA, 22958. Rockfish Valley Foundation 434-361-0271 www.rockfishvalley.org
June 17
Live music by Bread and Butter, old time music of the mountains, 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
June 17
Father’s Day Brunch at Blue Mountain Brewery. Come out and buy Pop a pop! We’re pulling out all the stops for a Father’s Day Brunch extravaganza. Doors open at 11AM. 9519 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, Va, 22920. 540-456-8020www.bluemountainbrewery.com
June 17
Father’s Day at Cardinal Point at Cardinal Point Vineyard and Winery 9423 Batesville Rd., Afton, 22920. 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM We treat Dad to a tasting and some complimentary hors d’oeuvres we’ve chosen to pair with our wines. Dad also gets a Cardinal Point wine glass to take home! 540-456-8400 www.cardinalpointwinery.com
June 17
Father’s Day Crepe Celebration 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.
June 17
Father’s Day at Devils Backbone Brewing Company. We got Dad covered on this special day with beers and man food! 11:30AM. Devils Backbone Brewing Company, Crossroads of Route 151 and Route 664. 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland, VA, 22967. 434-361-1001. www.dbbrewingcompany.com
June 17
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
June 17
A program on the Blue Ridge Railroad will be presented by Ed Fielding 2PM at the Massies Mill Ruritan Club, (sponsored by the Massies Mill Ruritan Club and the Nelson Co. Historical Society). On Route 151, Patrick Henry Highway, Roseland, VA, 22967 www.oakland-museum.org
June 20
Lovely Lavender Day at Pharsalia. Talk 10AM to 1:30PM includes lunch. Workshop 1:30PM to 3PM. Fee. All materials provided. You will go home with extra lavender for use at home.To register: www.pharsaliaevents.com Phone: 434-277-5231. 2333 Pharsalia Road, Tyro,VA, 22976
June 23
Summer Solstice Dance at the Hamner with DJ at the Hamner Theater. Tickets / Information: 434-361-1999. Hamner Theater, 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA 22920. www.hamnertheater.com
June 23
Afton After Hours at Afton Mountain Vineyards with live music by Jimmy O 6PM to 9PM. 234 Vineyard Lane, Afton 22920 Route 631 (Off Route 6) 540-456-8667
June 23
Peach Sundae Day at Saunders Brother Orchard . Nothing could be finer than fresh peaches and homemade ice cream! 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
June 23 – 24
Swannanoa Palace Open House 11:30AM to5:30PM. 497 Swannanoa Lane, Afton, VA, 22920. Fee. 540-942-5201
June 24
Bluegrass band High Ground and Gospel band Calvary 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
June 24
Blue Mountain Brewery Brunch 11AM. Live music by Gina Sobel 2:30Pm to 5PM. 9519 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, Va, 22920. 540-456-8020 www.bluemountainbrewery.com
June 24
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
June 30
Sizzling 4th of July Specials at Saunders Brother Orchard. Music by Ridge Runners. 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
June 30-July 1
Wintergreen Resort Adventure Challenge at Wintergreen Resort . Are you ready for a challenge? It’s going to be grueling. You’re going to get wet. You’re going to get muddy. Every muscle of from head to toe will be screaming. You’re going to have to dig deep to discover your inner strength and determination. Let the adventure begin. Wintergreen Drive, Wintergreen,Va 22958. 434-325-2200
June 30
Concert with The Works 7Pm at DelFosse Vineyards and Winery. Fee. Reservations required. 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, VA, 22938 434-263-6100 finewines@delfossewine.com