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April 2022

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Orchard Room Hours
Orchard Room Hours

The Orchard Room will be closed from 1-3 PM today to accommodate our Spring Design & Sip: A Flower Arranging Experience  taking place in the morning. The Tasting Room and Patio will open from 11 AM - 5 PM as usual.

1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
 
Spring Design & Sip: A Flower Arranging Experience
Spring Design & Sip: A Flower Arranging Experience

Join professional designer Jessica Hall of Harmony Harvest Farm in our Orchard Room on April 2nd at 2 PM for a fun-filled afternoon! You will be creating a beautiful arrangement with springtime blooms while sipping on Orchard Blush cider.

Orchard Blush draws its color from red-fleshed apples such as Redfield and Geneva Crab. The soft coral rose tints of this cider recall fine Provencal rosés and the dry, crisp, fruity (think strawberry and rhubarb) notes for which those wines are renowned.

Your Ticket Includes:

  • All supplies needed for a foam-free flower arrangement
  • A glass of Orchard Blush cider

​Book Tickets

2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
 
Live Music in the Orchard: Luke Johnson
Live Music in the Orchard: Luke Johnson We're excited to welcome Luke Johnson for his CiderWorks debut in the Orchard!

Luke Johnson brings keyboard and vocals to the Luke Johnson Band, a high-energy 4-pice posse. The group blends elements of rock, jam, roots, and jazz with improvisation and conscious lyrical hooks. Luke has opened the state for groups such as Purple Sage, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Jerry Garcia Band, and many more.

Reservations are encouraged if you'd like to secure a table. Otherwise, we welcome you to bring chairs or blankets and claim your spot on the lawn! MAKE A RESERVATION
  • Light bites and hard cider will be available for purchase by the glass, bottle, or flight.
  • Outside food is welcome; feel free to bring a picnic!
  • ABC laws prohibit the consumption of outside alcoholic beverages
*Musicians will setup in the Orchard Room during the winter season and inclement weather
2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
 
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Yoga in the Orchard with Joanna Hughes
Yoga in the Orchard with Joanna Hughes

Please Note: The last month of our Yoga in the Orchard series will be August 2022. More experiences coming soon!

Let the serenity of the mountain air and the peace of the orchard views revitalize your body and prepare you for the days to come! Join us Sundays at 9:45 am for Yoga in the Orchard taught by Joanna Hughes of Batesville.

Meet Your Instructor

Joanna is a registered nurse who has been practicing yoga for 27 years. She has completed 200 hours of Yoga Teacher Training and has recently combined her knowledge of yoga and nursing in her pursuit to become a health and wellness counselor.

Details

  • All flows will be friendly to every age and experience level
  • Classes will take place outdoors or in the Orchard Room during inclement weather
  • Students will also have access to the tasting room for changing rooms/restrooms
  • Water will be available before and after class
  • Premium tickets include a glass of cider

Tickets can be purchased online or at the door.

9:45 am to 11:00 am
 
Cider-Sangria Sundays
Cider-Sangria Sundays Celebrate the weekend with a beverage staple: the cocktail. Don't miss this chance to add a new cider-centric beverage to your mixology toolbelt.

 

 We've developed a slew of Cider Sangrias to excite your tastebuds. From mimosas to craft creations, there is something for every palate.
CHECKOUT THIS WEEK'S MENU
Sangrias will be available for purchase by the glass all day or until we sell out!
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
 
 
 
CANCELLED - Trivia in the Orchard
CANCELLED - Trivia in the Orchard

Please Note: The last month of our Trivia in the Orchard series will be August 2022. More experiences including our new Heirloom Apple Tastings are available now!

"An apple a day keeps the memory strong"...now it's time to test that out!

Katalin Magyar will be hosting a trivia extravaganza every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Themed trivia? She's got it. Obscure facts and figures? Covered! A glass of cider and a good time? We guarantee it!


Grab the gang and test your knowledge of history, pop culture, and more!


Our full menu will be available along with rotating food partners*


To keep it safe:

  • Reservations are encouraged.
  • Reserve your table online or by calling 434-297-2326
  • Groups are limited to a max of 6 people
  • All answers will be submitted via text message 

*Check our Facebook Event for weekly updates

6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
 
 
 
6th Annual Blossom Festival: Rustic Teatime
6th Annual Blossom Festival: Rustic Teatime

Everyone at CiderWorks is very excited to celebrate the Spring season with our Blossom Festival! This year’s theme is Rustic Teatime…imagine Downton Abbey meets Tuscan Dreamland and you’ll have an idea of what to expect! 

Join us on April 9th for a tea party catered by Farm Bell Catering, apple tastings, biscuits, tea sandwich pairings, a wreath-making workshop, baby sheep cuddling, and more! Enjoy the musical talents of Elias Schwartzman throughout the day who is sure to put you in the Springtime mood.

We are also pleased to welcome a selection of local vendors that will get you in the mood for all things Spring. Whether you are looking for scented sachets, hand-crafted cupcakes, herbal tonics, or plants and flowers, we will have you covered!

General admission is free and open to the public.

Schedule of Events:

Catered Afternoon Tea

  • 12:00-1:15 PM
  • Hosted by Anne Shelton & Jared Hardy of Albemarle CiderWorks
  • (SOLD OUT)

Yoga in the Orchard

  • 12:00-1:15
  • Taught by Joanna Hughes

Lamb Cuddling

  • 12:00-3:30 PM
  • Hosted by Old Orchard Farm Virginia
  • ($5/person)

Violinist Elias Schwartzman

  • 12:00-3:30 PM
  • Playing for Tea Party guests and throughout the Orchard

Guided Apple Tasting

  • 1:15-2:15 PM
  • Hosted by Charlotte Shelton of Vintage Virginia Apples

Spring Wreath Workshop

  • 1:30-2:45 PM
  • Hosted by Bonnie Swanson of Evergreen Lavender Farm
  • (ONLY 1 TICKET LEFT!)
  • *Orchard Room will be closed to the public from12:45-3 PM*

Guided Apple Tasting

  • 3:00-4:00 PM
  • Hosted by Anne Shelton of Vintage Virginia Apples

To book exclusive experiences visit:

Local Vendors Include:

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Cider-Sangria Sundays
Cider-Sangria Sundays Celebrate the weekend with a beverage staple: the cocktail. Don't miss this chance to add a new cider-centric beverage to your mixology toolbelt.

 

 We've developed a slew of Cider Sangrias to excite your tastebuds. From mimosas to craft creations, there is something for every palate.
CHECKOUT THIS WEEK'S MENU
Sangrias will be available for purchase by the glass all day or until we sell out!
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
 
 
 
 
 
 
Live Music in the Orchard: John Kelly
Live Music in the Orchard: John Kelly Enjoy live music by John Kelly!

 

John Kelly is a Charlottesville-based singer songwriter with more than two decades of solo acoustic performing experience. He began his music career in his native Connecticut and played regularly there and in New York City before moving to Charlottesville, Virginia. 

 

Now a regular on the Central Virginia singer songwriter circuit, John has become known for his soulful voice and insightful original songs.

 

Reservations are encouraged if you'd like to secure a table inside by the fire or near an outdoor fire pit! 

 

MAKE A RESERVATION
  • Light bites and hard cider will be available for purchase by the glass, bottle, or flight.
  • Outside food is welcome; feel free to bring a picnic!
  • ABC laws prohibit the consumption of outside alcoholic beverages
*Musicians will setup in the Orchard Room during the winter season
2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
 
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Cider-Sangria Sundays
Cider-Sangria Sundays Celebrate the weekend with a beverage staple: the cocktail. Don't miss this chance to add a new cider-centric beverage to your mixology toolbelt.

 

 We've developed a slew of Cider Sangrias to excite your tastebuds. From mimosas to craft creations, there is something for every palate.
CHECKOUT THIS WEEK'S MENU
Sangrias will be available for purchase by the glass all day or until we sell out!
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
 
Closed for Easter Sunday
Closed for Easter Sunday

We will be closed for the holiday. See you soon!

11:00 am to 5:00 pm
 
 
 
Boil & Bonfire: 13th Anniversary Party
Boil & Bonfire: 13th Anniversary Party

This year, we plan to celebrate our 13th Anniversary with a good, old-fashioned bonfire! Join us as we partner with local eateries to bring you a backyard Seafood Boil a la CiderWorks! Late summer nights are asking for a crisp, cold glass of cider and good company to pair with it.

You can count on something for the entire family: live music, lawn games, seafood galore, cider pairings, and s'mores over a bonfire!

Admission is FREE! Come celebrate 13 years of good cider and beautiful views in the Orchard!

Menu & Details Coming Soon!

5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
 
 
 
Live Music in the Orchard: Melissa Hansen
Live Music in the Orchard: Melissa Hansen

Grab a glass and join us for an afternoon of live music by Melissa Hansen!

Melissa Hansen's music is a blend of blues, pop, country and soul that comes from her own life experiences. Born and raised in Charlottesville, VA, her songs reflect years of musical experience and immersion.

Reservations are encouraged if you'd like to secure a table. Otherwise, we welcome you to bring chairs or blankets and claim your spot on the lawn!

MAKE A RESERVATION

  • Light bites and hard cider will be available for purchase by the glass, bottle, or flight.
  • Outside food is welcome; feel free to bring a picnic!
  • ABC laws prohibit the consumption of outside alcoholic beverages

*Musicians will setup in the Orchard Room during inclement weather and the winter season 

2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
 
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Yoga in the Orchard with Joanna Hughes
Yoga in the Orchard with Joanna Hughes

Please Note: The last month of our Yoga in the Orchard series will be August 2022. More experiences coming soon!

Let the serenity of the mountain air and the peace of the orchard views revitalize your body and prepare you for the days to come! Join us Sundays at 9:45 am for Yoga in the Orchard taught by Joanna Hughes of Batesville.

Meet Your Instructor

Joanna is a registered nurse who has been practicing yoga for 27 years. She has completed 200 hours of Yoga Teacher Training and has recently combined her knowledge of yoga and nursing in her pursuit to become a health and wellness counselor.

Details

  • All flows will be friendly to every age and experience level
  • Classes will take place outdoors or in the Orchard Room during inclement weather
  • Students will also have access to the tasting room for changing rooms/restrooms
  • Water will be available before and after class
  • Premium tickets include a glass of cider

Tickets can be purchased online or at the door.

9:45 am to 11:00 am
 
Cider-Sangria Sundays
Cider-Sangria Sundays Celebrate the weekend with a beverage staple: the cocktail. Don't miss this chance to add a new cider-centric beverage to your mixology toolbelt.

 

 We've developed a slew of Cider Sangrias to excite your tastebuds. From mimosas to craft creations, there is something for every palate.
CHECKOUT THIS WEEK'S MENU
Sangrias will be available for purchase by the glass all day or until we sell out!
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
 
Live Music in the Orchard: Uncle Pen
Live Music in the Orchard: Uncle Pen Enjoy live music by Alex Caton.

 

Alex made her home and spread her roots in Gordonsville, Virginia when she came to the University of Virginia to pursue a Doctorate in Anthropology. Her studies may have brought her to the Commonwealth, but it was the countryside and strong musical community that kept her here. 

 

Having lived, taught, and performed in other centers for traditional music, including Upstate New York and Asheville, NC, Alex felt that the heartbeat of old-time or Appalachian music (a direct descendent of Irish music which was an early passion of Alex’s) pulsed stronger in the foothills of Virginia than anywhere else. Within the first year of arriving in central Virginia, Alex was an integral member of the traditional music community and also an ambassador and liaison between the worlds of Irish and Old-Time music.

 

Reservations are encouraged if you'd like to secure a table inside by the fire or near an outdoor fire pit!

 

MAKE A RESERVATION
  • Light bites and hard cider will be available for purchase by the glass, bottle, or flight.
  • Outside food is welcome; feel free to bring a picnic!
  • ABC laws prohibit the consumption of outside alcoholic beverages
*Musicians will setup in the Orchard Room during the winter season
2:30 pm to 4:30 pm