Jul
09
2010
Blackberries !

Pick Your Own Blackberries

Critzer Family Farm
Open May through October, 9388 Critzer Shop Road, Route 151, Afton 540-456-4772.  Berry hot line 540-456-4772 pick your own. Opens 8 am  also pre-picked berries and other vegetables

Dickie Brothers Orchard
9 AM to 5 PM, 2552 Dickie Road, Roseland, Va, 22967 434-277-5516.

Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery

Wednesday through Saturday 11-5 Sunday 1-5. Extended hours for blackberry season July 17 to August 15: Wednesday through Saturday 9-5, Sunday 1-5. 2800 Berry Hill Road, Nellysford 22958, Route 612 (off Route 151)  434-361-1266.

Jul
01
2010
July Events

July 3,10,17,24,31
Nelson County Farmer’s Market is a  producer-only market, featuring live music, fresh local produce, baked goods, fresh cheese, meat & poultry, fine crafts, plants, cut flowers and more…something new every week. Open every Saturday under the big white tent in downtown Nellysford. 8 am – noon. www.nelsonfarmersmarket.com

July 3,10,17,24,31
Faber Farmers Market at Faber Volunteer Fire Department, 8207 Irish Road, Faber, VA, 22938. Fresh produce, fine crafts, plants.  9 AM to 12 Noon 434-831-2825

July 7,14,21,28
The Lovingston Farm Market is held every Wednesday from 3 PM to 6 PM at the Nelson Center, 8521 Thomas Nelson Highway in Lovingston. The market features live music, seasonal locally grown produce, fresh home baked goods, locally raised meat, herbs, honey, mushrooms, freshly cut flowers, culinary treats, bedding plants, jams, jellies, mustards, vinegars and arts and crafts items.

July 2-4
4th of July Jubilee  with fireworks, chairlift rides, and movies under the stars at Wintergreen Resort, Wintergreen Drive,  Wintergreen, VA,22958  434-325-8180 www.wintergreenresort.com

July 3
Peach Ice Cream Discount Day at Saunders Brothers Farm Market, music by Dave Miller and Friends, 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, VA, 22964. 434-277-5455. www.saundersbrothers.com 9AM to 5PM

July 3, 4
Wintergreen Winery Fun on the (3rd and) 4th. 10 AM to 6 PM. All American fun= Sipping wine, listening to great music, picnicking by the river, soaking in the scenery and kicking back. Family-friendly setting. Light picnic fare available. Fee. 434-361-2519.

July 3, 4
Swannanoa Palace Open House Noon until 5PM. Fee. 540-942-5201.

July 4
July 4th celebration at Afton Mountain Vineyards 12 Noon to 5PM. Music by Ampersand 1-4PM. Bring a picnic and enjoy an Afton Mountain afternoon. Fee. 234 Vineyard Lane, Afton, VA 540-456-8667 www.aftonmountainvineyards.com

July 4
Forth of July BBQ at DelFosse Winery, 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, Va,22938 434-263-6100 www.delfossewine.com 1P-3PM, Reservations Required. Fee.

July 5
For their dedication to our community during this very challenging winter,  the Linemen of Nelson County from CVEC and AEP, past and present have been selected as Grand Marshalls of the 2010 Nelson County 4th of July Parade. This is a great time for our community to show their appreciation for their work and dedication all year long. The parade theme is the U. S. Constitution.

July 5 to August 1
Wintergreen Performing Arts 2010 Summer Music Festival – July 5-August 1 –at Wintergreen Resort. This year’s program, Vienna, will explore four centuries of Viennese music and art, including works by Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, Schubert, etc., and plenty of unexpected treasures. Activities include orchestra and chamber music concerts; a series of informal seminars; cooking classes; pops concerts; a film festival; wine tastings; coffee concerts; a 5K Walk/Run; programming for children; nature hikes – more than 200 events in all, many of which are free.
Events daily. 434-325-8292.

July 7-10
Massies Mill Ruritan Club Carnival.  5439 Patrick Henry Hwy (Rt. 151) between Roseland Road and Route 56 East.  Wednesday July 7-Friday July 9, 6pm to 10:30pm; Saturday July 10, 4pm to 10:30 pm. Fun for the entire family and a fund-raising event for Nelson County community organizations.  Nightly bingo, rides, games, and food.   No entrance fee, but parking donations to Piney River Fire Department welcome.

July 10
Meet the Peach Grower, Bennett Saunders at Saunders Brothers Farm Market, Music by the Dancing Strings, 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, VA, 22964. 434-277-5455.  9AM to 5PM.

July 10
Cardinal Point Vineyard Summer Concert Series. 5 PM to 9 PM. Live music, wine tasting. Fee. 540-456-8400. In case of inclement weather, please call the winery.

July 10
Veritas Vineyard and Winery Starry Nights 7 PM to 11 PM. Join us for live music, wine, and the big outdoors. Bring your family, friends, lawnchairs and dancing shoes for an unforgettable night under the stars. Fee. 540-456-8000 Ext. 108.

July 11
Bastille Day Celebration at DelFosse Winery, 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, Va,22938 434-263-6100 www.delfossewine.com 1P-5PM, Reservations Required. Fee.

July 11
Panel discussion with local writers and publishers: Paul Saunders- Heartbeats of Nelson; Lynn Coffey- Backroads; Tommy Stafford-Nelson County Life. Sponsored by Oakland-Nelson County Museum of History and the Nelson County Historical Society. Books will be available for purchase. 2PM at the Nelson Memorial Library, 8521 Thomas Nelson Highway, Lovingston, VA, 22949. 434-263-8400 www.historicnelson.org

July 17
Dave Miller and Friends at Saunders Brothers Farm Market, 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, VA, 22964. 434-277-5455. www.saundersbrothers.com 9AM to 5PM.

July 17
Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery Blackberry Season July 17 through August 15 9 AM to 5 PM. Wednesday through Saturday, 1 PM to 5 PM Sunday. Pick your own blackberries. No prepicked berries available. Fee. 434-361-1266.

July 24
Kim and Jimbo at Saunders Brothers Farm Market, 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, VA, 22964. 434-277-5455. www.saundersbrothers.com 9AM to 5PM.

July 25
Wine and Food Pairing at DelFosse Winery, 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, Va,22938 434-263-6100 www.delfossewine.com 1-5PM, Reservations Required. Fee.

July 31
Dancing Strings at Saunders Brothers Farm Market, 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, VA, 22964. 434-277-5455. www.saundersbrothers.com 9AM to 5PM.

Jun
01
2010
Buy Fresh, Buy Local

A. M. Fog – Afton Mountain Farm Market, Orchard, Greenhouse
Open 9 am – 6 pm Tuesday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm Saturday and 10 am – 4 pm Sundays
9264 Critzer’s Shop Road in Afton   540-456-7100

Afton Mountain Honey
Stagecoach Road, Afton, VA  22920  540-456-8460

Allen Creek Farm
1936 Emblys Gap Rd  Roseland, VA 22967  434-277-9216
Produce grass-fed, naturally raised lamb for the freezer, specializing in milk-fed baby lamb from dairy ewes.We welcome visitors — please call first. Home deliveries — please contact us for details.By appointment: Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Appalachia Star Farm
163 Shaeffers Hollow Lane in Roseland  434-277-9304
Seasonal Produce, Berries, Eggs, Culinary Herbs, Cut Flowers -Sells at farmers markets, including Charlottesville City Market, Lexington Farmer’s Market, Nelson County Farmer’s Market. On-Farm sales on Tuesdays and Fridays until 5pm, other times by arrangement.www.appalachiastar.com

The Apple Shed
Get fresh, local apples and pumpkins. Fuji, old-fashioned Winesap, Stamens and many others. Also apple, pear and plum butters. Check out our old cidermill from 1852.  Open Sunday-Saturday 9 am – 6 pm 14815 Thomas Nelson Highway, on Hwy 29, one mile south of Route 6 West 434-263-8843

Bethlehem Farms
Alpine dairy goats, eggs, Jacob/Icelandic sheep for meat and wool. Fleeces and wool products. 1566 High Peak Lane, Shipman. Open by appointment. 434-263-4343.

Critzer Family Farm
Open May through October, 9388 Critzer Shop Road, Route 151, Afton 540-456-4772.  Berry hot line 540-456-4772 pick your own. Opens 8 am  also pre-picked berries and other vegetables

Cub Creek Farm
1246 Carter Hill Road, Tyro, VA, 434-277-8936 Choose and cut Christmas trees. Please call first.

Davis Creek Farm
4670 Davis Creek Lane, 4 miles north of Lovingston off Highway 29. Producers of natural grass fed beef and chicken.  Selling beef cuts (vacuum-sealed and USDA inspected) and eggs Farm shop hours are 9 am – 12 noon Saturdays, or by appointment. 434-263-5974

Davis Creek Tree Farm
4143 Davis Creek Road, Lovingston, VA.434-263-9762. Christmas trees.

Dickie Brothers Orchard
One of Virginia’s Century Farms. Apple varieties include: Gala, Paulared, McIntosh, Red and Golden Delicious, Empire, Winesap, Stayman, Rome, Granny Smith and Fuji. Pick-your-own apple every day and pumpkins October 6-27. Other products include cider, apple butter and pumpkins. September and October: Open 7 days 8 am- 5 pm.  November – August Monday through Friday 8 am – 5 pm or call ahead for weekend appointments. 2552 Dickie Road
Route 666, off 56 West, Massies Mill 434-277-5516

Double H Farm
Family owned farm. Vegetables, free range brown eggs and pork products. Open by appointment. 1401 Hunting Lodge Road, Wingina 434-263-8704

Drumheller’s Orchard
Apple packing shed showcases Red and Golden Delicious, Stayman, Winesap, Rome, York and Granny Smith and Albermarle Pippin varieties. Find pumpkins, cider, apple butter and honey too. Special events and festivals in the fall. Open during fall apple season – Monday through Saturday 9 am – 5 pm; Sunday noon-5 pm.  Bus tours and school groups welcome – advance notice is appreciated.  1130 Drumheller Orchard Lane, Route 741 (off Hwy. 29) south of Lovingston 434-263-5036

Edible Landscaping
Located high in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, find plants and trees that produce edible food – berries, nuts, fruits, herbs; items distributed worldwide. Off Route 151, 361 Spirit Ridge Lane, Afton. 434-361-9134

Finest Kind Farm 79 S. Powells Island Rd. Tye River, VA 22922 434-263-6716
Herd Shares with jersey milk cows, eggs, broilers, pigslets, pork.  Sells on site by appointment.

Fitzgerald’s Orchard
Red and Golden Delicious, Gala, Rome, Stayman, Granny Smith, Fuji and Pink Lady’s apples. Open Monday through Saturday 8 am – 12 noon and 1:30 – 4:30 pm until Thanksgiving. Open Monday through Friday during apple season. 728 Harper’s Creek Lane, Tyro, Route 682, off Route 56   434-277-5798

Flippin-Seaman, Inc. - Seaman and Silver Creek Orchards
The packing shed offers Empire, Gala, Jonathan, Red and Golden Delicious, York, Winesap, Red Rome, Stayman, Pippin, Jonagold and Pink Lady apples. Also apple butter, cider, baskets, honey, jellies, pumpkins and gifts.  Open September 13- November 2, 2008 Monday – Saturday 10 am – 4:30 pm, Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm   Please call for November and December hours. Check the Nelson County calendar of events for information on festivals and “Pick your Own” days. 5529 Crabtree Falls Hwy in Tyro, Alongside Route 56. 434-277-5824

Fox Hill Farm
6326 Cub Creek Road in Beech Grove 540-942-1356  Choose and cut Christmas tree.  Please call first.

Goodwin’s Creek Farm
We are growing fruits and vegetables with hard work and care using organic methods, then delivering it fresh to local markets and restaurants.  You can find our products at  AM Fog in Afton,  Blue Mountain Brewery in Afton and Basic Necessities in Nellysford.  151 Goodwin’s Creek Trail, Afton

Heaven and Earth Acres
Located just south of Nellysford, the orchard produces over twenty types of old variety apples along with peaches, pears, plums, cherries, and nectarines.  The gardens produce an assortment of fresh vegetables, berries, eating grapes, herbs and lavender. We sell at the Nelson Farmers Market on Saturday mornings May through October.  Visitors are welcome to stop by the farm, but please call ahead. 450 Phillips Lane, Nellysford, 434-361-1824

Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery
Sells on-site year around Wed. – Sat 11 am- 5 pm.  Hours extended for blackberry season 2800 Berry Hill Road in Nellysford 434-361-1266

Hungry Hill Farm
Supplies local honey to farmer’s markets and businesses 89 Williamstown Rd. in Shipman 434-263-5336

Kelly’s Garden Center and Florist
Floral services and gift baskets. Full line of quality nursery stock, hand made Christmas wreaths, poinsettias, and amaryllis, 25,000 tulips for pick their your own bouquet this spring. 5060 Rockfish Valley Highway in Nellysford 434-361-1169

Kris Kringle’s Tree Farm
357 Stringfellow Lane, Arrington, VA,  434-277-8538 Choose and cut Christmas trees.

Lovingston Farm Market
8519 Thomas Nelson Hwy in Lovingston 434-263-8074 (call for dates and times)

Lucky Moon Farm
Piney River 434-277-8393 Winter greens, vegetables, herbs, raspberries, blueberries. Sells at farmers markets and to local restaurants.

Mountain Cove Orchards
October 17 – November 23. Pick Your Own Fuji Apples at Mountain Cove Orchard. The longer Fuji apples hang on the tree the sweeter they get and by mid-October forward they are fantastic.  The orchard is easily accessed and has small trees for easy picking. Open Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am – 6:00 pm and weekdays by appointment only. Enjoy the beautiful mountain views and fall foliage in Nelson County. 108 Banton Orchard Lane Lovingston, VA 434- 981-1135

Mountain Man Collection
Homemade jams including sugar free, with gourmet  jams as well as old favorites.  Jams include white peach, yellow peach, bing cherry, plum, pear, strawberry, blueberry, dutch apple pie, banana nut, strawberry rhubarb, hot pepper, mango raspberry and many more. Ask about jam requests. Dried organic mushrooms: morels, shitake, winecaps, oyster, and chicken of the wood. Private mushroom hunts and seasonal wild berry picking available with prior arrangements. 540-377-5129.

The Nelke Farm
2776 Freshwater Cove Lane in Lovingston   434-987-5376
Seasonal produce, including Asian greens, eggplant, heirloom tomatoes, melons. Sells on-site by appointment and at farmers markets, including Charlottesville City Market, Nelson Farmers Market and local restaurants.

Nelson Farmer’s Market
May through October – Saturdays 8:00 am -12 pm  3079 Rockfish Valley Hwy. in Nellysford 434-244-2399

Ralph’s ChristmasTree Farm
809 Bradley Lane
Vesuvius, VA 24483
Choose and cut Virginia’s finest Christmas tree varieties: Fraser, Douglas, Concolor and Canaan Fir (3 to 15 feet). Saws and twine furnished. Vexar tree wrapping available. Also available wreaths, garland and tree stands.
Farm located approximately 2 miles west of Montebello, near intersection of Route 56 and Blue Ridge Parkway, in Nelson County. Open 9 am to 4:30 pm weekends following Thanksgiving. (540) 854-7947

Riverside Horticultural – Spruce Creek
Behind Spruce Creek Gallery, off Route 151 in Nellysford  434-760-0550

Rockfish Valley Community Market
First Saturdays  February, March,  April (9:00 am – 12 pm)  190 Rockfish School Lane in Nellysford 434-361-0100

Rodgers Farm
3875 Stagebridge Road Shipman, VA 22971434-987-4531
All natural grass-fed beef and pastured pork. Sells on-site and open by appointment only.

Saunders Brothers Orchard
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

Seamans’ Orchard
Pick-your-own or pre-picked strawberries upon request beginning May 1. Call for hours and availability. Pick- your-own apples in the fall. 646 Dark Hollow Road, Roseland, VA 22967 434-277-5824

Twin Springs Farm
1200 Findlay Mountain Road in Shipman   434-263-6868
www.twinspringsfarmva.com
Seasonal Produce, Strawberries, Blueberries, U-Pick Blueberries (June-July) Upick on-site and sells at farmers markets, including Lexington and Nelson Farmers Markets

Tye River Farm
604 Thomas Nelson Highway in Arrington 434-263-6422
Garden supply center featuring garden ornaments and supplies, and nursery plants

Wilson Mountain View Farm
10531 Patrick Henry Hwy in Roseland  Christmas tree varieties: White Pine, Fraser Fir, Douglas Fir, Scotch Pine and Norway Spruce trees. Boxwood, pine, Fraser Fir, Cedar, Holly and Magnolia wreaths. Pine garland.
Open: 10 am to 5 pm, daily from Saturday after Thanksgiving until December 24.
( 434) 277-8016

Jun
01
2010
June Means Festival

June 5,12,19,26
Nelson County Farmer’s Market is a  producer-only market, featuring live music, fresh local produce, baked goods, fresh cheese, meat & poultry, fine crafts, plants, cut flowers and more…something new every week. Open every Saturday under the big white tent in downtown Nellysford. 8 am – noon. www.nelsonfarmersmarket.com

June 5,12,19,26
Faber Farmers Market at Faber Volunteer Fire Department, 8207 Irish Road, Faber,Va, 22938. 9 AM to 12 Noon. Produce, fine crafts, plants. 434-831-2825.

June 2,9,16,23,30
The Nelson County Wednesday Farmers Market is held every Wednesday from 3 PM to 6 PM at the Nelson Center, 8521 Thomas Nelson Highway in Lovingston. The market features live music, seasonal locally grown produce, fresh home baked goods, locally raised meat, herbs, honey, mushrooms, freshly cut flowers, culinary treats, bedding plants, jams, jellies, mustards, vinegars and arts and crafts items. www.nelsonfarmersmarket.com

June 4
Staged reading of Another Day, Another Pound by Alisa Adkins, directed by Theresa Davis (UVA) 7 PM at The Hamner Theater, 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA, 22949.  434-361-1999  www.hamnertheater.com

June 5
Sample-Our-Cheese-Day at Saunders Brothers Farm Market. Try a variety of locally-made artisanal cheeses. Music by Dancing Strings. 9 AM to 5 PM. 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, VA., 22964. 434-277-5455

June 5, 6
Swannanoa Palace Open House Noon to 5 PM. Fee. 540-942-5201

June 6
Wine and Food Pairing 1-3PM at DelFosse Vineyards and Winery, 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, VA,22938 434-263-6100.  www.delfossewine.com Fee. Reservations required.

June 11
NCCF Square Dance at Rockfish Valley Community Center, 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA, 22922. Featuring the Grand Squares of Nelson, Blue Ridge Stars from Amherst, and Caller Chuck Chesteen of Nellysford. Music and dancing with Aaron Olwell and Friends.7:30PM to 10:30 PM.  www.nelsonfund.org Fee. For reservations call 434-226-0078 or email NCCFund@gmail.com

June 12
Cardinal Point Vineyard’s Summer Concert Series. Jan Smith and the Honeybirds.4 PM to 8 PM. Fee. 540-456-8400 Call in case of inclement weather.

June 12
Veritas Vineyards and Winery Starry Nights 7PM to 11 PM. King Cadillac retro rock and roll. Join us for live music, wine and the big outdoors. Bring your family, friends, lawn chairs and dancing shoes for an unforgettable night under the stars. Fee. 540-456-8000 Ext. 108.

June 12
Salsa Special at Saunders Brothers Farm Market. 25% discount today on all salsas. Music by Dave Miller and Friends. 9 AM to 5PM.  2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, VA., 22964. 434-277-5455

June 12
Improv with the Hamner Improv Troupe and Charlottesville’s Bent Theare. 7:30 PM   at The Hamner Theater,
190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA, 22949.  434-361-1999  www.hamnertheater.com

June 12
Montebello Fish Hatchery 80th anniversary celebration. Hatchery hours are from 8AM – 3:30PM.  From 11-3 there will be special activities including. Tours of the hatchery facility. Presentation on fish biology 11AM. Oral history by members of founding family  “Growing up at a fish hatchery” 1-3. Guided walking tour of the Montebello Nature Trail by Master Naturalists. Fishing game for children.

June 12
Dodd Cabin Third Annual Dodd Cabin Music Festival. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy several bands, cloggers, vendors, arts and crafts. No alcohol or pets please. Fee. 434-361-1116.

June 12
Rockfish Valley Foundation Nelson Scenic Loop Discovery Tour Grand Opening 10AM to 7 PM. Starting Point is Spruce Creek Park. 50 mile loop through Rockfish and Tye River valleys featuring  Blue Ridge Parkway, Dodd Cabin Blue Grass Festival, Elk Hill, and Pharsalia, Love Music Festival,  Tuckahoe Community Center, Lescene Forest, Montebello Fish Hatchery. Check website for times at locations.  www.nelsonscenicloop.com 434-361-1296.

June 12
The Java Depot Festival. Food, music, local artists, face painting, dogs and cats from Almost Home SPCA, sprinklers to cool off and more. Part of the Nelson Scenic Loop, start off with breakfast or return for wine pairings or dinner on the back deck with gorgeous mountain views. 6:30AM to 8 PM. 80 Mosby Run, Roseland, VA., 22967. 434-361-2324.

June 12 and 13
Love Mountain Festival at Royal Oaks
Bluegrass music festival and presentations on “Life on the Blue Ridge” by local speakers on history, art, music, and wildlife. 1 PM to 7 PM At Royal Oaks Cabins, 45 Royal Oaks Lane, Love, VA, 22952 just West of the Blue Ridge Parkway on Route 814 . Bring folding chairs or blankets. Free. Lynn Coffey (”Backroads”) will speak on the history of Love, including the CCC camps  and WWII Prisoner of War Camp in Sherando.  Live animal wildlife program by the Virginia Wildlife Center. Clutch Tuttle on the history of mountain music. Jane Pendegraft, Charlotte Hodge on natural art on the Blue Ridge. Food and parking available. Lodging can be reserved in advance. www.vacabins.com 540-946-7625

June 12 and 13
Explore Nature Weekend at Humpback Rocks. Participate in family hikes, music, and crafts at this re-created Appalachian Farm. Free. Open at 8 AM. Bring a picnic and stay the day. Music with Sue at 12 on Saturday. Pam Ward and Grassy Ridge play at 12 on Sunday. Milepost 5.8 on the Blue Ridge Parkway.  540-943-4716

June 17 through June 27
A Midsummer Night’s Dream at The Hamner Theater, 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA, 22949.  Fee. Reservations advised. 434-361-1999  www.hamnertheater.com

June 19, 20
Summer Solstice Wine Festival, Lazy Days Winery. Saturday June 19 12Noon to 8 PM, Sunday June 20 11AM to 5 PM. Premier mid-summer wine festival in covered venue with wonderful music, crafts, and food. Eight regional wineries. Fee. For tickets and more information: www.summersolsticefestival.com 434-946-9366.

June 19
Last Plant Sale of the Season  at Saunders Brothers Farm Market. Music by Kim and Jimbo. 9AM to 5 PM   2717 Tye Brook Hwy., Piney River   434-277-5455

June 20
Father’s Day Brunch 11AM to 9Pm at Blue Mountain Brewery, 9519 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, VA, 22920 540-456-8020 www.bluemountainbrewery.com

June 20
Cardinal Point Winery Father’s Day. 11 AM to 5:30 PM. Treat Dad to a tasting and complimentary cheeses selected to go with our wines. Dad gets a free Cardinal Point wine glass to take home. 540-456-8400

June 20
Delfosse Vineyard and Winery Father’s Day BBQ with music by Jan Smith and Jeff Volgelgesang. Reservations required. Fee. 1 PM. 434-263-6100.

June 26
Peach Sundae Day at Saunders Brothers Farm Market. Music by Dancing Strings. 9 AM to 5 PM. 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, VA., 22964. 434-277-5455.

June 27
Civil War Encampment and Carter-style Music at Humpback Rocks Visitors Center. Sunnyside will entertain with Carter Family style music. Enjoy “Retreat from Battle of Piedmont” Civil War Encampment. Soldiers, displays and period cooking. Free. 2 PM. Milepost 5.8 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. 540-943-4716.

Apr
30
2010
Hooray-It’s May

May 1,8,15,22,29
Nelson County Farmer’s Market is a  producer-only market, featuring live music, fresh local produce, baked goods, fresh cheese, meat & poultry, fine crafts, plants, cut flowers and more…something new every week. Open every Saturday under the big white tent in downtown Nellysford. 8 am – noon.

May 5,12,19,26
The Nelson County Wednesday Farmers Market is held every Wednesday from 3 PM to 7 PM at the Nelson Center, 8521 Thomas Nelson Highway in Lovingston. The market features live music, seasonal locally grown produce, fresh home baked goods, locally raised meat, herbs, honey, mushrooms, freshly cut flowers, culinary treats, bedding plants, jams, jellies, mustards, vinegars and arts and crafts items. www.nelsonfarmersmarket.com

May 1,2
Swannanoa  Palace Open House Noon until 5PM. 540-942-5201.

May 1
Nelson Downriver Canoe and Kayak Race is suitable for experienced paddlers. Our goal is to promote recreation, conservation and sportsmanship through paddling rivers and lakes in and around Nelson County. The race is 8 miles of class I – II+ whitewater and typically takes from 80 to 100 minutes to complete. The race is followed by a social/picnic/awards ceremony. 434-277-8023

May 1
May Day at Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery. Bring a picnic to enjoy with Sangria available by the pitcher! Rain or Shine. Festivities to be determined. 11 -5 No fee. 434-361-1266

May 4
Great Ideas for Colorful Planters workshop at Pharsalia with Susan Viemeister. 10 AM to 2 PM. Fee.
434-277-5231 or www.pharsaliaevents.com

May 6
Floral Design Workshop at Pharsalia with Nancy Ross Hugo. 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM Fee.
434-277-5231 or www.pharsaliaevents.com

May 8
Cardinal Point Concert Series. Live music at the winery from 4-8 pm. Attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic and  enjoy the view. Fee $10 or 5 non-perishable food items (per person) for our local food bank. Fee includes tasting & admission. May cancel if inclement weather, please call. Open 11 am –5:30 pm. Fee. 540-456-8400

May 8
Spring Retail Plant Sale at Saunders Brothers, Inc. 8:00 am – 1:00 pm  2717 Tye Brook Hwy., Piney River   434-277-5455

May 8
Saunders Farm Market opens for the season 9:00 am -5:00 pm  2717 Tye Brook Hwy, Piney River 434-277-5455

May 9
Mother’s Day Brunch at Veritas Vineyards & Winery. Treat your mother, yourself or other loved ones to a four course wine paired gourmet brunch with Veritas wine. 12:30 -3 pm 540-456-8000 ext 108

May 8, 9
Mother’s Day Weekend Open House at Wintergreen Winery. “Time Out for Mom” Give Mom a time out! Let her relax and enjoy a winery visit complete with complimentary wine tasting and refreshments plus a fresh flower for each Mom. Stay to soak in the scenery and picnic (light picnic fare available) by the Rockfish River.  10 am – 6 pm  No fee. 434-361-2519

May 9
Mother’s Day at Cardinal Point Vineyard & Winery. Treat Mom to a tasting and some complimentary hors d’oeuvres. Mom gets a free Cardinal Point wine glass to take home! 11-5:30 pm. No fee. 540-456-8400

May 9
Mother’s Day Brunch at Delfosse Vineyard & Winery. Always a winner! Good food paired with DelFosse wines. 1 PM. chef TBA. 434-263-6100 www.delfossewine.com

May 21
Reach Out for Rural Health.  Come dance to the fabulous Afro-Cuban, Latin, Caribbean music of Ban Caribe,  and enjoy the national award winning BBQ from BBQ Connections along with vegetarian fare, live auction, raffles and much more.  Starts 6:30 PM at Wintergreen Winery, 462 Winery Lane, Nellysford, VA, 22958. Fee.  434-263-4000.

May 28 -30
Montebello Spring Trail Ride. Bring your own horse to the Blue Ridge Mountains and ride scenic trails through woodlands, meadows and ridge tops. Fee includes 5 meals and primitive camping. Advance registration required. Benefits the Montebello Volunteer Fire and Rescue.  540-377-5712

May 29, 30
“Wine Into Summer” Memorial Weekend Celebration at Wintergreen Winery. Kick off the lazy days of summer with a festive day or two of music, food and fun for all! Live music, wine and food tasting, riverside picnics, wine and gift specials and door prizes. Admission includes souvenir wine glass.  10am – 6 pm Family-friendly setting located in Nelson County on the Sunrise Side of the Blue Ridge Mountains. 434-361-2519

May 29
Memorial Day BBQ at Delfosse Vineyard & Winery. BBQ, wine and music.  12:30 PM. Fee.  434-263-6100
www.delfossewine.com

May 30
2010 Festival of Wine and Food presented by Wintergreen Performing Arts at The Evans Center at Wintergreen Resort from 12 noon – 5:30 pm. Wine tastings from Virginia’s very best wineries will be offered throughout the day. Enjoy an afternoon of wine, jazz, light fare and the cool mountain air. Tickets will not be sold in advance; they will be available at the Evans Center Box Office on the day of the event  (434) 325-8292