http://www.virginia.org Events for Hanover County - updated weekly en-us Copyright: 2007(C) Virginia Tourism Corporation, http://www.vatc.org 3/23/2007 10:39:26 AM Hanover County Events http://www.virginia.org/images/valogosmall.gif http://www.virginia.org http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=22522 Welcome the spring with a wine and music festival on the grounds of James River Cellars sponsored by The Heart of Virginia Wineries: Cooper Vineyards, Grayhaven Winery, Green Springs Winery, James River Wine Cellars, and Lake Anna Winery. Admission fee includes souvenir tasting glass and live music all day. Delicious food available for purchase or bring your own picnic. Advance tickets available at discounted price at www.coopervineyards.com or call (804) 550-7516. 3/31/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=41368 - Get ready to tap the barrel of knowledge at James River Cellars! James River invites you to bring your pen and paper for a casual and fun informational class on winemaking. Special technical tour and barrel tasting included. Reservations encouraged. $ 20 per person. Wed. Evenings in April. (April 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th) Each date is a repeat class, advance classes offered based on interest. 4/4/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40314 This is our indoor version of our famous Friday's on the Patio. Experience the delightful musical renderings of local bands as well as light appetizers, winery tours, wine tastings, and a souvenir wine glass. Bring an indoor-style picnic, some friends and have a grand ol' time. Reservations encouraged. Check website for featured band. 4/27/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=22604 Find all the best perennials in one of the largest wholesale perennial nurseries on the East Coast (20 acres with 2200 types of plants) during a great day of plant shopping to benefit Maymont. Consult with professionals about the design of your garden and drive a golf cart through the best selection of plants, including rare and unusual, in the area. Admission is free; plant prices vary. 5/8/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=41369 - Bring Mom out for a very special pairing of Strawberry Shortcake and Wine! Enjoy the afternoon on our shaded patio or overlook the vineyards while sitting on the balcony. Mothers Taste Free. 5/13/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=41370 Enrich your senses with extraordinary regional art and award winning wines! Experience the height of sophistication and culture. Meet the artists and hear their stories. Join James River Cellars and 3 other guest wineries, local artisans, and live music. $12 in advance, $17 day of event. Event held Rain or Shine 5/19/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40337 James River Cellars Friday's On the Patio - Our beautiful patio sets the scene for this monthly event featuring local musicians, light appetizers, tours and wine tasting. Bring a picnic and some friends. $12 per person. 6pm-9pm. Check website for featured band. The event will be held rain or shine. 5/25/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=32447 6th Annual Summer Solstice Wine and Music Festival held on the grounds of James River Cellars in Ashland, VA. Enjoy a day in the sun with 4 wineries, arts and crafts, and live music all day. Bring your own lawn chair and picnic or purchase food from our vendor. Discount advance tickets available from www.coopervineyards.com or call (804) 550-7516. 6/23/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=43609 7/5/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=41371 JAMES RIVER CELLARS presents our Summer Open House! - You are invited to enjoy our summer wines perfect for all those July Barbeques, lazy beach days or just fun in the sun. Bring out your shades, lawn chairs, a picnic and catch a tan. 7/6/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40337 James River Cellars Friday's On the Patio - Our beautiful patio sets the scene for this monthly event featuring local musicians, light appetizers, tours and wine tasting. Bring a picnic and some friends. $12 per person. 6pm-9pm. Check website for featured band. The event will be held rain or shine. 7/13/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=32448 Kick back and cool off with the 3rd Annual Beach Blast Wine Festival at James River Cellars in Ashland,VA. Fee includes live music all day,tastings from 5 wineries and souvenir wine glass. Wear your wildest Hawaiian shirt and flip flops. Purchase discounted advance tickets on - line at www.coopervineyards.com or call(804) 550-7516. 8/4/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40337 James River Cellars Friday's On the Patio - Our beautiful patio sets the scene for this monthly event featuring local musicians, light appetizers, tours and wine tasting. Bring a picnic and some friends. $12 per person. 6pm-9pm. Check website for featured band. The event will be held rain or shine. 8/10/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40294 James River will be holding their 2nd annual Harvest Wine Festival on September 1st from Noon to 6PM! Please join us and three other guest wineries to celebrate the fall harvest. Listen to live music, visit with craft vendors and taste some wine. Bring your lawn chair and a picnic or purchase food from our vendor. Tickets are $12 in advance or $17 at the door. Event held rain or shine. 9/1/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40337 James River Cellars Friday's On the Patio - Our beautiful patio sets the scene for this monthly event featuring local musicians, light appetizers, tours and wine tasting. Bring a picnic and some friends. $12 per person. 6pm-9pm. Check website for featured band. The event will be held rain or shine. 9/28/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=41372 Join us for a Howling Good Night! Our first ever Friday's on the Patio Costume Party! Featuring a DJ with dance music, light food, ghostly tours and a special wine tasting. Bring a picnic and some friends. $12/person. 6pm-9pm. 10/26/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40339 Come join James River Cellars Winery, located on Route 1, for their Harvest Wine Trail Open House. Open during regular business hours (Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 11-5), there will be wine tastings, tours, and light fare at the winery. 11/3/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=41390 - Our banquet room will host this monthly event featuring local Jazz musicians, light food, tour and wine tasting. Bring an indoor-style picnic, some friends and have a grand ol' time. $12 per person. Reservations strongly encouraged. 11/16/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40341 Some Like it Hot at James River Cellars Chili Open House - Come out and warm up with a cup of chili. Enjoy wine tasting, tours and special promotions. Pick up some great wines for the holidays. $6, including bowl of chili, wine tasting and souvenir wineglass. 11/17/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=40340 Tour Central Virginia's Premier Wineries: Cooper, Grayhaven, Green Springs, James River and Lake Anna - receive souvenir glass and a special gift for completion of the trail. Open during regular business hours (Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 11-5), there will be wine tastings, tours, and light fare at the winery. 12/1/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=41392 'Tis the season for celebrating with friends, family and of course our seasonal wines. Who is naughty and who is nice? Find those perfect last minute gifts, taste our award winning wines, and visit with special craft vendors to pick up some unique Holiday gifts. Stock up on wine, gifts and especially, holiday cheer! 12/14/2007 http://www.virginia.org/site/description.asp?attrID=41393 Come in out of the cold and warm up during our winter open house. Did you run out before the New Year! Then stop by at James River Cellars as you sample our award-winning wines and restock before the new year. Perfect indoor ambience sets the scene for a warm and cozy Winter Season Wine Tasting. 12/28/2007