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Live Music in the Orchard: Mojo Pie

Grab a glass and join us for live music by Mojo Pie!

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. Both have been featured artists in Charlottesville's First Night Virginia and Jason Burke's Six-Pack Songwriter Series, and they make up 2/3 of the acoustic trio Oh Wow, Boy! Susan also rocks many a stage with Alligator, Jeebus, and Mama Tried, as does Frank with Das Homage, The Good Guys, and Her Checkered Past

• 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 alcoholic beverages not purchased onsite.

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

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.

• 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 alcoholic beverages other than those purchased onsite.

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

Live Music in the Orchard: Irish Music Enjoy this energetic and eclectic Irish jam session every 2nd Sunday of the month. Patrick & Aaron Olwell and friends play their fine renditions of traditional tunes all afternoon.

• 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

Live Music in the Orchard: Project Bluebird

Grab a glass and join us for live music by Project Bluebird!

Founded in 2021 by Chad Page, Project Bluebird is a Charlottesville band playing Rock/Blues/Funk/Fusion Jazz music peppered with psychedelic flavor.

• 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 alcoholic beverages other than those purchased onsite.

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

13th Annual Central Virginia Star Party We are excited to extend everyone an invitation to join us at the 2023 Central Virginia Star Party that will be held on September 16th at Albemarle CiderWorks in North Garden, Virginia! Admission to this event is free and open to the entire community. There will be telescope observation, hands-on astronomy activities and cider tastings (for adults)! Like last year, September 16th will be the date of the Star Party rain or shine. There is no food truck for this event.  Please plan accordingly. 
We hope to see you all there to share the wonderful night skies of Central Virginia with our amazing community!  A video highlighting our 2018 Star Party can be found here.