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July 2022

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Live Music in the Orchard: Paulien Quartet
Live Music in the Orchard: Paulien Quartet

A Dutch veterinarian’s daughter who is building a following in the United States as a French chanteuse: That’s the story of Paulien. Growing up in a large and closely-knit Dutch family who spent long summer holidays in the French countryside, Paulien got an early exposure to the French culture and language, while back home mimicking contemporary singers like Françoise Hardy in front of a mirror with a vacuum hose. This led to her entry and ultimate win of a local singing contest in The Hague at the age of 12, heralded by the French ambassador to the Netherlands and offered a very modest recording deal for one EP at a local studio.

Occasionally performing with local musicians in her new hometown of Charlottesville, VA, Paulien ran into guitarist and composer Royce Campbell, who literarily fell in love with her voice. Within a year they recorded her self-titled album “Paulien” with all original songs written by Campbell.

Testing the market with the Royce Campbell project, Paulien started to include French repertoire in their gigs. With standing ovations for her interpretation of classics like Edith Piaf’s “La Vie en Rose” and Jacques Brel’s ”Ne Me Quitte Pas” (“If You Go Away”), the French project from which she had departed in 2001 is back on the table. Paulien’s style goes deep, straight ahead and free from vocal affectations…so, close your eyes, open your ears, and float on her rediscovered sound from Paris.

Reservations are encouraged to secure your favorite spot inside, outside, or by a fire pit! 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

*In the winter months and during inclement weather musicians will be setup in the Orchard Room
 

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: Miles Pearce
Live Music in the Orchard: Miles Pearce Miles Pearce has spent most of his life studying music, mostly on the guitar. He has studied classical, jazz, American folk and popular styles, Indian classical music, flamenco, Brazilian samba, Argentine tango, South Indian Karnatic vocal music, West African drumming and rhythms, composition, music theory, ethnomusicology, and experimental music. He eventually earned a B.A. in Music from Wesleyan University. 
Reservations are encouraged to secure your favorite spot inside, outside, or by a fire pit! 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 set up in the Orchard Room during inclement weather and the winter season
2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
 
Closed for Holiday
Closed for Holiday

We will be closed Monday, July 4th, 2022.

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
 
 
 
Live Music in the Orchard: Mojo Pie
Live Music in the Orchard: Mojo Pie Join Mojo Pie, also known as local songwriters Susan Munson and Frank Bechter, for an afternoon of live and local music. Mojo Pie was created when Susan Munson invited Frank Bechter to a songwriters workshop, and they've been bringing harmonies to wineries, restaurants and events in Central Virginia ever since.

 

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 set up in the Orchard Room during inclement weather and the winter season

2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
 
13th Anniversary Boil & Bonfire Party
13th Anniversary Boil & Bonfire Party UPDATE: Rain or shine, we will still be celebrating Saturday night! Music will move inside, food will still be available from Kitchen Catering, and cider will flow! See you soon.
 

This year, we plan to celebrate our 13th Anniversary with a good, old-fashioned bonfire! Late summer nights demand a crisp, cold glass of cider and good company to pair with it. That's why we're also partnering with Kitchen Catering to bring you a backyard Seafood Boil a la CiderWorks! RSVP HERE

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

Musical Guests Include:

Admission is FREE! No tickets or cover required

Come celebrate 13 years of fine cider and beautiful Orchard views: Saturday, July 9th 5-9 pm!

 RSVP HERE

 

Meet Your Chefs

Before opening Kitchen Catering and Events, Gabe and Morgan spent 17 years in many roles in a variety of restaurants in both Charlottesville, Va and Asheville, NC. This experience and their ability to think comprehensively about all aspects of an event allows them to execute a flawless event for each client. Morgan, a Charlottesville native, has a great passion for the south and its food; however, she also loves to prepare the light summery dishes of the Mediterranean. Gabe, a native of Mexico City, has a love for all things roasted, braised and sauced. He is a lover of French food and, of course, the food of his native Mexico. They both love to play with food, and to try new dishes from around the globe, and, together, they create dishes that pair with any desire a client may express.

RSVP HERE

 

5:00 pm to 9:00 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
 
Sangria Ramble Summer '22
Sangria Ramble Summer '22

Join the Route 29 South wineries and cideries for our 2022 Sangria Ramble! We’ve got the secret to beat the heat and keep you refreshed all summer long. 

 Visit any of the 9 participating wineries and cideries to try their unique twist on Sangria. Follow each location for the details and individual offerings available on three days throughout the summer: June 12th, July 10th, and August 14th!

 Get Event Updates Here

 All guests have a chance to win some insane prizes. Over the course of the three Ramble dates, visiting 4 unique locations will get you a sticker…visit all 9 and leave with a signature Sangria Ramble glass. Visitors of all 9 locations will also be entered into a drawing for our Grand Prize: a dinner for 2 at Red Pump Kitchen

 *No purchase is required to receive punches or entry into the Grand Prize drawing.

 Participating Wineries/Cideries:

 Albemarle CiderWorks
  • 2545 Rural Ridge Lane
  • North Garden, Virginia 22959
Brent Manor Vineyards
  • 100 Brent Manor Lane
  • Faber, Virginia 22938 
Delfosse Vineyards & Winery
  • 500 Delfosse Winery Lane
  • Faber, Virginia 22938
Lazy Days Winery
  • 1351 N. Amherst Hwy
  • Amherst, Virginia 24521
Loving Cup Vineyard & Winery
  • 3340 Sutherland Road
  • North Garden, VA 22959
Lovingston Winery
  • 885 Freshwater Cove Lane
  • Lovingston, Virginia 22949
Mountain Cove Vineyards
  • 1362 Fortunes Cove Lane
  • Lovingston, Virginia 22949
Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyard
  • 5022 Plank Rd
  • North Garden, Virginia 22959
Potter's Craft Cider
  • 1350 Arrowhead Valley Road
  • Charlottesville, Virginia 22903
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
 
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: Swansong
Live Music in the Orchard: Swansong

Alan and Rene joined to form Swansong because they both knew from experience that music is profoundly healing and needed, especially today. Their decision to blend their musical talent, artistic impulse and passion results in a delightful and hauntingly beautiful tapestry of music. Flowing seamlessly from classical to contemporary styles, they present melodies and harmonies that may be tucked away in the back of the mind – music once heard, but eager to be heard again. Acoustically and electronically, together they create textures of compelling soundscapes. 

 

Reservations are encouraged to secure your favorite spot inside, outside, or by a fire pit! 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 set up 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: Jelly St. Jazz
Live Music in the Orchard: Jelly St. Jazz Spend an afternoon in the orchard with Jelly Street Jazz. At the crossroads of low-down dirty blues, straight-ahead ballads and hard-swinging jazz, each performance is a smokin’ hot trip!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 set up in the Orchard Room during inclement weather and the winter season
2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
 
 
 
 
 
The Tasting Workshop w/ Kylie Britt
The Tasting Workshop w/ Kylie Britt

Welcome back to The Tasting Workshop. Each Workshop will feature a new theme that we hope will help our CiderFriends discover new perspectives and experiences with pomme beverages. This month's theme is TBD! Have suggestions? Email us at fruit@albemarleciderworks.com

Tickets include:

  • 5 unique, themed ciders
  • guided tasting and info by Kylie
  • Q&A with master, cidermaker Chuck Shelton
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
 
Live Music in the Orchard: Theocles
Live Music in the Orchard: Theocles Theocles is a 23-year-old singer-songwriter out of Charlottesville, VA, using his soulful voice to carry the audience through a range of emotions - from tearful ballads to pop bangers. In his one-man band, he draws inspiration from artists such as Ed Sheeran and Hozier in his original and cover songs. 
Whether playing on the main stage, in a bar, or on a street corner, Theocles loves nothing more than sharing his music with the world!
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 set up 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: Old Soul Duo
Live Music in the Orchard: Old Soul Duo Enjoy live music by the Old Soul Duo! 
Jon Spear and Dara James – also known as Old Soul – are a pair of award-winning singer/songwriters who use their formidable guitar, harmonica, and vocal skills to perform a variety of songs in the blues, folk, and classic rock genres along with, of course, original songs. In 2019 the pair competed in the prestigious 35th International Blues Challenge in Memphis where they were semi-finalists. 
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 set up in the Orchard Room during inclement weather and the winter season
2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
 
 
 
 
 
 
Live Music in the Orchard: Scrapper T Duo
Live Music in the Orchard: Scrapper T Duo Scrapper T Duo performs toe-tapping roots music on guitar, bass, cigar box guitar, and mandolin. They play an eclectic mix of familiar and "deep cut" covers as well as original songs. But always good-time tunes. 
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 set up 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