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Songwriter's Appreciation NightSongwriter's Appreciation Night
Calling all singers, songwriters and music lovers. This evening has been put on by our local musician Nicole Giordano to celebrate the craft and passion that goes into creating music. Everyone is welcome to join for a night of musical innovation and exploration, bring your friends and family and show support to Virginia's music scene. All musicians are welcome to ACW to try out new material and meet other inspired artists from the area and help each other to nurture talent, passion and friendship.
A light fare will be provided for all of our guests & ciders will be available for purchase. Everyone is welcome to perform or simply sit back and enjoy the show!
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live Music In The Orchard: Tara Millslive Music In The Orchard: Tara Mills
Come Join us, grab a glass of cider and a warm reception from Tara Mills! Inspired by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the rich musical traditions tied to them, Tara Mills describes her music as, "original mountain americana;" an original blend of folk, bluegrass, and americana. Writing and singing most of her life, it wasn't long before Tara picked up a guitar and taught herself how to express the melodies in her head through her songs and hauntingly beautiful lyrics. Influenced by bluegrass, old country, and traditional mountain folk, she creates an original sound that captures true human feeling and emotion. Based out of Charlottesville, VA, Tara plays and writes in a couple of different musical projects.
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[Canceled] Yoga & Cider! December 7th, 11am[Canceled] Yoga & Cider! December 7th, 11am
[Canceled] Next Yoga will be on February 15th! Unwind with Cider & Yoga!
You'll be guided by Ellen Goldlust, an RYT-200 Yoga Alliance-certified instructor who has been teaching yoga since 2016 (and practicing for much longer!). This class will be beginner-friendly and appropriate for all levels of fitness, with modifications offered to make the practice more or less challenging. This experience will focus on releasing tension and creating an inner calm to take with you off the mat. Click here to make your reservation! - These are small classes at a relaxed pace.
- Please bring a yoga mat and plan to arrive a few minutes early to get arranged for this one-hour class.
- Depending on the weather, our yoga classes are held either indoors in our Orchard Room or outdoors on the lawn (surrounded by the apple trees!).
- Each ticket includes one glass of cider per guest (NA options available too). InCider Members, remember to log in to your account for your discount!
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John Doyle & Cathie Ryan In Concert.John Doyle & Cathie Ryan In Concert.
Join us for John Doyle & Cathie Ryan live at Albemarle CiderWorks. John Doyle is the most influential Irish American guitarist of his generation. Born in Dublin, John came up in a family where “everybody played something,” and his father, singer and song collector Sean Doyle, nurtured his interest in the deep wellspring of Irish song. Doyle is a remarkable guitarist, a devoted ballad collector, and a celebrated songwriter. His professional career began at age 16 with the Irish band the Chanting House. Following his move to the U.S. three decades ago, he gained acclaim with Solás; among current projects is the noted trio the Alt, who played at the Richmond Folk Festival in 2015. Through his collaborations with nearly every noted Irish American musician playing today, Doyle is unquestionably one of the preeminent champions of Irish music in America.
Cathie Ryan first began singing as a child growing up in Detroit with the tutelage of her father Tim, a fine Irish tenor who had emigrated from Tipperary. Ryan took regular summer trips to Ireland where she found further inspiration in the singing of her paternal grandmother and from the storytelling of her maternal grandfather, a traditional seanachie (storyteller). Ryan was the original singer for Cherish the Ladies, an all-star ensemble of Irish American women musicians. Today she fronts the beloved Cathie Ryan Band, teaches traditional singing, leads cultural tours of Ireland, and is celebrated as one of the finest singers in Irish music.
Cathie and John have been musical collaborators for decades and Cathie is firmly a favorite for John for duo and small ensemble performances. Cathie’s long-standing as a highly regarded singer, songwriter, performer and educator is well-deserved in traditional music circles on both sides of the Atlantic. John has played guitar and helped to create arrangements for three of Cathie’s studio recordings, they have toured as a duo throughout Europe, are both members of The Irish Music Masters, are featured on the PBS’ television special The Soul of Christmas, and are long-time songwriting partners. Cathie and John’s songs are inspired by their love of traditional music, and two of those songs, Carrick-a-rede and Grace O’Malley, are now firmly in the Irish music repertoire.
John and Cathie are looking forward to being back on stage together and penning some new songs in celebration of Christmas time. An Irish Christmas will be woven through with song and stories from beloved carols, through favorite traditional tunes and airs, to newly composed songs for the season presented by two of Irish music’s most highly regarded performers. $30 - Tickets at brimstunes.org
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Live Music in the Orchard: Mojo PieLive 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.
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2025 Albemarle CiderWorks 5k & 10k2025 Albemarle CiderWorks 5k & 10k
Join us for another 5K or 10k run, taking place on Sunday December 14th 2025, starting at 1.30pm! This run will take you all around our beautiful Ciderworks estate, hosted by “Bishop Events” and raising money for our local “Rockfish wildlife Sanctuary” to help improve our environment through wildlife rehabilitation and raising awareness in our community about the importance of our native species. Join us in celebrating comradery, community and promoting fitness. Whether you are visiting to support our runners or conquer our course, everyone is welcome. There will be race day registration.Participants will need to arrive approximately one hour before the race to register for the event. T-shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed for race day registers. ***Price will increase on race morning by $5 for each distance. To sign up prior to the race and for more information on the run please click HERE.
Irish Music : Aaron Olwell & FriendsIrish Music : Aaron Olwell & Friends
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.
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Local Open Mic nightLocal Open Mic night
Enjoy a fun Friday evening with family and friends in relaxed setting! Join us for a musical get together with our local, multiple award winning musician Nicole Giordano who will be hosting an open mic night and introducing us to various singers, songwriters and performers. If you want to participate, whether you're a seasoned pro or trying it for the first time, come share your talent in a welcoming, family-friendly setting. Time slots for performing will be allocated to you by Nicole, with sign ups starting at 5pm. The stage and microphone will be set up and waiting, we just need you. Bring your friends and family, show support to our local talent. We have a small charcuterie selection & dry ciders for purchase. Everyone is welcome to perform and to enjoy the show!
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Winter Craft MarketWinter Craft Market
Our Winter Craft Market is Back! Join us on Dec 20th from 12 - 5pm for a cozy winter's eve celebration, showcasing local creatives, critters & cider! Highlights of the day include: - Animal ambassadors from Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary will be overseeing craft-making (details & registration here!)
- Local makers with holiday offerings for last minute shopping
- S’mores toasting kits and fire pits
- Story time & letter writing to Santa
- Amazing eats from Rum Punch Caribbean Cuisine
- Jam making demonstrations from Nealand Farms (1pm & 3pm)
- Vinyl spinning by Second Wind Records (12-2 pm)
- Live Holiday music by 7th Grade Girl Fight (2-4 pm)
- And more!
Vendors:Sophia Alexander Candle Company
Mountain View 3D
Sourwood Farm
Black Sheep Creations
Sweet & Savage CreationsAbout 7th Grade Girl Fight Hailing from Virginia, 7th Grade Girl Fight captivates audiences with a fun and intelligent blend of garage pop and indie rock. Playing catchy songs with arresting lyrical power, performed effortlessly & honestly. They'll be playing acoustic holiday favorites throughout the market! All are welcome to enjoy this family friendly day of festivities! Questions? Email Events@AlbemarleCiderWorks.com
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Next Stop Comedy Night!Next Stop Comedy Night!
Next Stop Comedy brings the best comedians, with new lineups every time, straight to your neighborhood for an unforgettable night of laughter! Our shows feature top-tier talent from across the country, delivering high-energy performances in intimate, local venues. Whether you need an exciting date night, you're a die-hard comedy fan, or you're just looking for a fun night out, Next Stop Comedy guarantees big laughs, great vibes, and an experience you won’t want to miss. Follow the link for Tickets!
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Silent Book Club 12.28.25Silent Book Club 12.28.25
Sip cider and read in quiet camaraderie. No assigned reading, no obligations. Bring your own book of choice. This is a free social event hosted in our Orchard Room. We are excited to be Charlottesville's second chapter of Silent Book Club, an international organization bringing bibliophiles together. From the official website of Silent Book Club: "At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading. All readers are welcome—ebooks, audiobooks, textbooks, comic books... it's BYOBook. Friends and strangers gather at a set time and location, order food or drinks, share what they're reading, and settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. At the end of the hour, attendees can socialize—or not!
Schedule:
12:30 Arrive early to order food/ drinks/ chat
1-2pm Reading
Afterwards: Mingle (or keep reading)
You can read about the experience in Cville Weekly's "Tried it in Cville Column" thanks to talented local journalist Kristie!
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