Points can be redeemed for a free additional night on a subsequent minimum 2 night stay. Some restrictions apply. Points may not be redeemed for holiday stays, however points will be earned on holiday stays. May not be combined with any other offers.

Some of our houses and condos have WPI passes that allow access to the Wintergarden Aquatics and Fitness Center (for a daily fee) and are good for 15% off of recreation rates. Beginning December 1, 2011 the discount will not apply.

Guests staying in houses and condos without WPI passes will not be able to schedule tee times prior to 12:30 p.m. on weekends and holidays at the Devils Knob Golf Course, use the Wintergarden Aquatics and Fitness Center or use the Stoney Creek Tennis or Fitness Center.

July 1 - July 31 - Family Golf Month - Kids play free at the Stoney Creek Golf Course with an accompanying adult. Restrictions apply. 434-325-8249 for details.

July 6 - August 7 - 2001 Wintergreen Summer Music Festival - Realms of Gold: A Mediterranean Odyssey. The 2011 Wintergreen Summer Music Festival and Academy will take place at the Evans Center at Wintergreen Resort. The program will highlight the diverse cultures of the countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, including Spain, France, Italy, Croatia, Greece, Turkey, Israel, Egypt, Algeria and Morocco. Activities include orchestra and chamber music concerts; a series of informal seminars; cooking classes; pops concerts; a film festival; wine tastings; coffee concerts; programming for children; nature hikes - more than 150 events in all, many of which are free. A full schedule of events and ticket information can be found at www.wintergreenperformingarts.org. Located in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, Wintergreen Performing Arts, Inc., is a non-profit organization that produces a high-quality summer music festival featuring symphonic and chamber concerts, as well as other performing arts programs throughout the year. Many free events. 434-325-8292. Info@wintergreenperformingarts.org

July 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31 - Nelson Scenic Loop 50 mile discovery on 4 scenic byways around 3 Ridge Mountain in Nelson County, including the Blue Ridge Parkway. Every Saturday and Sunday April through October 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free. www.nelsonscenicloop.com 1368 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford, Va. 22958 434-226-0446

July 9, 16, 23, 30 - Nelson County Farmers Market 8 a.m. to noon. A producer only market with live music, fresh local produce, baked goods, fresh cheese, meats and poultry, fine crafts, plants, cut flowers, and more. Under the big white tent. 3079 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford, Va. 22958. 434-244-2399 www.nelsonfarmersmarket.com

July 10, 17, 24 - Jan Smith plays pure Virginia Folk at Devil's Backbone Brewing Company. 9 p.m., 200 Mosby's Run, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-361-1001

July 10, 17, 24, 31 - Sundays 'til Sundown on the lawn of the Mark Addy for local music, wines, beer and a variety of artisans from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., rain or shine as it will be under a tent. They are pet friendly. $5 in advance or $10 at the door. 56 Rodes Farm Drive, Nellysford, VA 22958. 434-361-1101

July 13 - Jazz Wednesday I at Wintergreen Resort: Wintergreen Performing Arts: What happens when four Italian saxophonists get together to play a little jazz? Quartetto di Sassofoni Accademia will play music by Paquito D'Rivera, Pedro Iturralde, Phil Woods, Nick Ayoub, Aldemaro Romero, Thelonius Monk, Mike Curtis and George Gershwin. Ticket prices: Adult $25, Ages 10-17 $10, under 10 Free. Evans Center, Wintergreen Resort, 7:30 p.m. 434-325-8292

July 14 - Hydrangeas with Susan B. Viemeister. 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Pharsalia, 2333 Pharsalia Road, Tyro, Va. 22976. 434-277-5231 Fee. www.pharsaliaevents.com

July 15 - Fusion and Variety Dance Show 8 p.m. at Rapunzel's, 924 Front Street, Lovingston, Va. 22949. 434-263-6660 www.rapunzelscoffee.com Fee

July 15 - The Moonrats, Blue-Country-Rock Grass Orchestra, play at Devil's Backbone Brewing Company. 9 p.m., 200 Mosby's Run, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-361-1001

July 16 - Gene and Gayla Mills CD Release Party 8 p.m. at Rapunzel's, 924 Front Street, Lovingston, Va. 22949. 434-263-6660 www.rapunzelscoffee.com Fee

July 16 - Funk 45 plays at Devil's Backbone Brewing Company. 9 p.m., 200 Mosby's Run, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-361-1001

July 15, 22, 29 - Wintergreen Performing Arts present performances by the Wintergreen Chamber Players. Meet the artists in what will be a festive and informal setting. Adult $25, Ages 10-17 $10, under 10 Free. The Evans Center at Wintergreen Resort. 434-325-8292

July 16 - Enjoy White Lady Peaches Day at Saunders Farm Market. Tour our Antique Farm Equipment Museum. Retail store is open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Sunday. 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, Route 56 (off Highway 29). 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com

July 16 - Tin's for Tunes Concert Series at Cardinal Point Vineyards and Winery. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Live music by The Cashmere Jungle Lords. Fee for tastings and asdmissions or donate 5 non-perishable food items (per person). Children 18 and under free. In case of inclement weather, please call the winery or check our website for changes/cancellations. 9423 Batesville Road, Afton, Va. 22920 434-456-8400 www.cardinalpointwinery.com

July 16, 17 - Wintergreen Performing Arts presents the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra's Classics II Concert. Come for the Pre-Concert Talks with Larry Alan Smith - 45 minutes before each WFO performance. Andrea De Mele, guest conductor, Winston-Salem Youth Chorus, Barbara C. Beattie, Artistic and Executive Director, Quartetto di Sassofoni Accademia, Ottorino Respighi: Antiche danze ed arie (Ancient Airs and Dances): Suite III (1932), Srul Irving Glick: Psalm Trilogy (1999), Alessandro Cuozzo: Sinfonia Concert ante (2008) and Nino Rota: Concerto for Strings (1964-65; Revised 1977). Ticket price: Adult $35, Ages 10-17 $10, under 10 Free. Evans Center, Wintergreen Resort, July 16^th at 6:00 p.m.; July 17^th at 3:00 p.m. 434-325-8292

July 16 to August 14 - Blackberry Season at Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery. Extended hours for blackberry season Wed. to Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pick your own blackberries. No prepicked berries available. Priced per quart. 2800 Berry Hill Road, Nellysford, Va. 22958 434-361-1266 www.hilltopberrywine.com

July 17 - Coffee Concert II at Wintergreen Resort: Wintergreen Performing Arts presents the Winston-Salem Youth Chorus. Barbara C. Beattie, Artistic and Executive Director. This program will include music from a variety of Mediterranean countries, including France, Greece, Israel, Italy and Spain. A number of the works are folk songs or based upon folk songs. We are delighted to welcome these young people to Wintergreen! These one-hour concerts are modeled after popular Sunday morning performances that take place in many European countries. Coffee will be served! Ticket price: Adult $15, Ages 10-17 $10, under 10 Free. Evans Center, Wintergreen Resort, 11:00 a.m. 434-325-8292

July 17 - Thunderin 5K/10K at the Devils Playground on Horseshoe Mountain. Start Time: 10 a.m. With over 500 acres to explore, we have a challenge for ages and abilities. Discover Horseshoe Mountain�we have plenty of oxygen at only 900 ft above sea level. The air will not get much thinner as we top out at 1800 ft. The 5K races will only take you about half way up and the 10k races a little closer to the top. This is not a mountain climb! The timber trails and fire roads will gradually elevate you to your high points. Finish line at the Devils Backbone Brewing Company and enjoy the afternoon. We'll have a few tasty treats waiting for you! 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-361-1001 www.dbbrewingcompany.com

July 20 - David Bernard & Steve Wilson play Local Acoustic at Devil's Backbone Brewing Company. 7 p.m., 200 Mosby's Run, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-361-1001

July 20 - Deux - Dos - Due - Dva at Wintergreen Resort: Wintergreen Performing Arts presents: Greece, France, Croatia, Malta, Egypt, Italy, Algeria, Spain�just might be a Mediterranean evening! An evening of music performed by musicians from the Wintergreen Summer Music Festival. Nikos Skalkottas: Three Greek Folksong Arrangements for violin and piano (ca. 1942-48). Camille Saint-Saens: Six Duos, Op. 8 for harmonium and piano (1858). Mauel de Falla: Siete Canciones Populares Espanolas for viola and piano (1914-15) - Arranged by Colon/Matthews. Edgardo Del Valle de Paz: Due Pezzi, Op. 26 for cello and piano (Early 20^th Century, but year unknown) and Camille Saint-Saens: Suite Algerienne, Op. 60 for piano four-hands (1881) - Arranged by Gabriel Faure. Ticket prices: Adults $25, Ages 10-17 $10, under 10 Free. Evans Center, Wintergreen Resort, 7:30 p.m. 434-325-8292

July 22 - Julius Hangman 8 p.m. at Rapunzel's, 924 Front Street, Lovingston, Va. 22949. 434-263-6660 www.rapunzelscoffee.com Fee

July 22 - Dennis Thorne plays Country-Style Acoustic at Devil's Backbone Brewing Company. 8 p.m., 200 Mosby's Run, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-361-1001

July 23 - The Brian Patrick Band 8 p.m. at Rapunzel's, 924 Front Street, Lovingston, Va. 22949. 434-263-6660 www.rapunzelscoffee.com Fee

July 23 - Bryan Elijah Smith & The Wild Hearts play Folksy, Rock, Blues and Alternative Country at Devil's Backbone Brewing Company. 9 p.m., 200 Mosby's Run, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-361-1001

July 23 - Afton After Hours with music by Crys Matthews at Afton Mountain Vineyards. 6 to 9 p.m. Glass and Bottle sales only. Music from 6:30 to 9 p.m. 234 Vineyard Lane, Afton, Va. 22920 Route 631 (Off Rt. 6) 540-456-8667

July 23 - First Freestone Peaches Available at Saunders Farm Market. Tour our Antique Farm Equipment Museum. Retail store is open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Sunday. 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, Route 56 (off Highway 29). 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com

July 23 - Concert with the Worx 6 p.m. at DelFosse Vineyards and Winery. Fee. Reservations required. 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, Va. 22938 434-263-6100 finewines@delfossewine.com

July 23, 24 - Wintergreen Performing Arts presents the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra's Classics III Concert. Come for the Pre-Concert Talks with Larry Alan Smith - 45 minutes before each WFO performance. Josep Caballe-Domenech, guest conductor, Charlene Farrugia, piano, Franko Bozac, bayan, Luigi Cherubini: Overture to Faniska (1805), Frederic Chopin: Piano Concerto No. 2 in f minor, Op. 2 (1830), Bashkim Shehu: Aproksimato No. 17 - "Buzz" for bayan (accordion) and string orchestra (2010) and Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 4 in B-flat Major, Op. 60 (1806). Ticket price: Adult $35, Ages 10-17 $10, under 10 Free. Evans Center, Wintergreen Resort, July 23^rd at 6:00 p.m. and July 24^th at 3:00 p.m. 434-325-8292

July 24 - Coffee Concert III at Wintergreen Resort: Wintergreen Performing Arts presents the Wintergreen Chamber Players. Featuring the James Piano Quartet and Duo Mascagni, Charles Camilleri: Due Canti for solo piano, Charles Camilleri: Divertimento No. 1, Homage a Manuel de Falla (1957) for two clarinets and piano, George Tsontakis: Bagatelles (1997), Astor Piazzolla: Tango No. 3 from Tango Suite (1984), Astor Piazzolla: Adios Nonino (1959) and Astor Piazzolla: Libertango (1974). These one-hour concerts are modeled after popular Sunday morning performances that take place in many European countries. Coffee will be served! Ticket price: Adult $15, Ages 10-17 $10, under 10 Free. Evans Center, Wintergreen Resort, 11:00 a.m. 434-325-8292

July 27 - Wintergreen Performing Arts presents Metro DC's premier contemporary dance company - BMD has just celebrated its 15^th Anniversary Season with an extremely successful sold-out performance this past March in the Terrace Theatre of the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. Lucy Bowen McCauley, Artistic Director. All choreography by Lucy Bowen McCauley. A Tale of Two Halves: Serious + Amusing = Always Energetic! World Premier - A new dance work set to solo string music by Johann Sebastian Bach, Apostasis (2011) - Michael White: Movements I and II from Four Fantasies, Lucy's Play list (2009) - Pop tunes, pop tunes and more pop tunes�12 in all, including Pump It Up, Take Me I'm Yours and Rockin' Around in NYC. Now in its 15^th season as Metro DC's premier contemporary dance company. BMD is renowned for its corps of professional dancers and the unique and sublime choreography of Lucy Bowen McCauley. Collaborations with world-class musicians, artists and designers are also company hallmarks. Through performances, workshops and community outreach, the company energizes audiences with its signature style and introduces people of all ages to the joys and beauty of dance. Ticket price: Adult $25, Ages 10-17 $10, under 10 Free. Evans Center, Wintergreen Resort, 7:30 p.m. 434-325-8292

July 29 - Grace Pettis with Special Guest, 8 p.m. at Raphuzel's, 924 Front Street, Lovingston, Va. 22949 434-263-6660 www.rapunzelscoffee.com. Fee.

July 30 - Sally Rose with Rose Gin, 8 p.m. at Raphuzel's, 924 Front Street, Lovingston, Va. 22949 434-263-6660 www.rapunzelscoffee.com. Fee.

July 30 - Loring Peach Day at Saunders Farm Market. Tour our Antique Farm Equipment Museum. Retail store is open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Sunday. 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, Route 56 (off Highway 29). 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com

July 30 - Iron Lion plays Reggae & Soul at Devil's Backbone Brewing Company. 9 p.m., 200 Mosby's Run, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-361-1001

July 30, 31 - Wintergreen Performing Arts presents the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra's Classics IV Concert. Come for the Pre-Concert Talks with Larry Alan Smith - 45 minutes before each WFO performance. Josep Caballe-Domenech, guest conductor, Volkan Orhon, double bass, Dee Moses, double bass, Gabriel Faure: Pelleas et Melisande, Op. 80: Suite (1898-1900, Serge Koussevitsky: Concerto for Double Bass in f-sharp minor, Op. 3 (1902), Giovanni Bottesini: Passione amorose (19^th Century, but year is unknown) and Georges Bizet: Symphony No. ! in C Major (1855). Ticket price: Adult $35, Ages 10-17 $10, under 10 Free. Evans Center, Wintergreen Resort, July 30^th at 6:00 p.m., July 31^st at 3:00 p.m. 434-325-8292

July 31 - French Crepe Day 1 p.m. at DelFosse Vineyards and Winery. Fee. Reservations not required, however we would like to know if you plan to attend. 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, Va. 22938 434-263-6100 finewines@delfossewine.com

July 31 - Rose's Pawn Shop plays Blazin' Alternative-Country Bluegrass at Devil's Backbone Brewing Company. 9 p.m., 200 Mosby's Run, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-361-1001

July 31 - Coffee Concert IV at Wintergreen Resort Wintergreen Performing Arts presents the Wintergreen Chamber Players. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: String Quartet No. 5 in F Major, K. 158 (1773), Stephen Dembski: Digit (1978) for clarinet with computer-synthesized sound, Joaquin Turina: Sextet for Viola, Piano and String Quartet, Op. 7 (1912) - "Escena andaluza", Stephen Dembski: Fantasy - for flute alone (1988) and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: String Quartet No. 7 in E-flat Major, K. 160 (1773). These one-hour concerts are modeled after popular Sunday morning performances that take place in many European countries. Coffee will be served! Ticket price: Adult $15, Ages 10-17 $10, under 10 Free. Evans Center, Wintergreen Resort, 11:00 a.m. 434-325-8292

August 6, 13, 20, 27 - Nelson County Farmers Market 8 a.m. to noon. A producer only market with live music, fresh local produce, baked goods, fresh cheese, meats and poultry, fine crafts, plants, cut flowers, and more. Under the big white tent. 3079 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford, Va. 22958. 434-244-2399 www.nelsonfarmersmarket.com

August 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 - Nelson Scenic Loop 50 mile discovery on 4 scenic byways around 3 Ridge Mountain in Nelson County, including the Blue Ridge Parkway. Every Saturday and Sunday April through October 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free. www.nelsonscenicloop.com 1368 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford, Va. 22958 434-226-0446

August 3 - Jazz Wednesday II at Wintergreen Resort: Wintergreen Performing Arts presents: Le Hotclub de Biglick - 1930's Gypsy Jazz - Gypsy Jazz (also known as "Gypsy Swing") is an idiom often said to have been started by guitarist Jean "Django" Reinhardt in the 1930s. Because it largely originated in France, it is often called by the French name, jazz manouche. Visit WPA's website to hear samples of this intriguing music. Ticket prices: Adult $25, Ages 10-17 $10, under 10 Free. 7:30 p.m. Evans Center, Wintergreen Resort 434-325-8292

August 5 - Wintergreen Performing Arts presents performances by the Wintergreen Chamber Players. Meet the artists in what will be a festive and informal setting. Ticket prices: Adult $25, Ages 10-17 $10, under 10 Free. 7:30 p.m. Evans Center, Wintergreen Resort 434-325-8292

August 6, 7 - Swannanoa Palace Open House 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 497 Swannanoa Lane, Afton, Va. 22920 540-942-5201. Fee.

August 6 - Summertime Rockin' Blues at Pharsalia, A fundraiser for the SPCA's Almost Home, Pharsalia's Buildings Renovation Fund and other charities pending. Gates open 1:30 p.m. Music 3-7 p.m. Marla Palma and Pure Blind Luck, Fatty Lumpkin and the Love Hogs, and Karl Stoll and The Locals. All bands will be playing a variety of upbeat, dance-able rockin' blues! Fee, children 10 and under free. Ticket information: www.pharsaliaevents.com or 434-277-5231 Food, Beer, Wine and other refreshments will be available. Please bring chairs but no coolers, alcohol or pets. 2333 Pharsalia Road, Tyro, Va. 22976

August 6 - Antique Farm Equipment Displays at Saunders Farm Market. Tour our Antique Farm Equipment Museum. Retail store is open Monday through Saturday 9 a.m to 5 p.m. closed Sunday. 2717 Tye Brooke Highway, Piney River, Route 56 (off Highway 29) 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com

August 6 - Blackberry Harvest Festival at Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fee includes wine tasting and logo glass. Food available for purchase. Live music all day, crafts, pig pickin' meat available for purchase. Pick blackberries per quart price. 2800 Berry Hill Road, Nellysford, Va. 22958 434-361-1266 www.hilltopberrywine.com

August 6, 7 - Wintergreen Performing Arts presents the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra's Classics V Concert. Come for the Pre-Concert Talks with Larry Alan Smith - 45 minutes before each WFO performance. Mei-Ann Chen, guest conductor, Philomela (and friends) -A Washington, DC-based women's chamber vocal consort, Kathy Kessler Price, Director, Melisa Barrick, soprano, Carla Dirlikov, mezzo-soprano, Franz Schubert: Incidental Music from Rosamunde, Princess of Cyprus, D. 797 (1823) - Ballet Music No. 1 in b minor and Entr'acte No. 1 and Felix Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 21 (1826) & Op. 61 (1842) Ticket price: Adult $35, Ages 10-17 $10, under 10 Free. August 6^th at 6 p.m.; August 7^th at 3 p.m. at the Evans Center, Wintergreen Resort 434-325-8292

August 6, 7 - Wintergreen Amateur Team Championship - a new gold tournament playing at the Stoney Creek and Devils Knob Golf Courses. Please call tournament coordinator David Moga at 434-325-8541 for details and to sign up

August 7, 14, 21, 28 - Sundays 'til Sundown on the lawn of the Mark Addy for local music, wines, beer and a variety of artisans from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., rain or shine as it will be under a tent. They are pet friendly. $5 in advance or $10 at the door. 56 Rodes Farm Drive, Nellysford, VA 22958. 434-361-1101

August 7 - Wine and Food Pairing 1 p.m. at DelFosse Vineyards and Winery. Fee. Reservations required. 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, Va. 22938 434-263-6100 finewines@delfossewine.com

August 7 - Coffee Concert V at Wintergreen Resort: Wintergreen Performing Arts presents Philomela - A Washington, DC-based women's chamber vocal consort. Kathy Kessler Price, Director. The program will include: Eric Whitacre: Five Hebrew Love Songs (2001) for treble chorus, violin, and piano, Pablo Casals: Nigra sun (1966), Thomas Morley: Though Philomela Lost Her Love (1602) and Selections from Madame Butterfly and Offenbach's Les contes d'Hoffmann. These one-hour concerts are modeled after popular Sunday morning performances that take place in many European countries. Coffee will be served! Ticket price: Adult $15, Ages 10-17 $10, under 10 Free. 11 a.m. at the Evans Center, Wintergreen Resort 434-325-8292

August 13 - Antique Farm Equipment Displays at Saunders Farm Market. Tour our Antique Farm Equipment Museum. Retail store is open Monday through Saturday 9 a.m to 5 p.m. closed Sunday. 2717 Tye Brooke Highway, Piney River, Route 56 (off Highway 29) 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com

August 13 - Pig Roast 2011 at Wintergreen Winery 12 noon to 5 p.m. The event will feature a BBQ feast prepared by the BBQ Connection "Pigs on the Run" Competition BBQ team. Live music. Wine tasting. This is a family friendly event. Reservations required. Fee. Each paid adult will receive two glasses of wine included in addition to food. Children accompanied by parents are free. Jstone@wintergerenwinery.com 434-361-2519, 462 Winery Lane, Nellysford, Va. 22958 www.wintergreenwinery.com

August 13 - 6^th Annual Blue Ridge Mountain Music Fest. Wintergreen Performing Arts presents its 6^th Annual Blue Ridge Mountain Music Fest at the Evans Center, Wintergreen Resort. The music begins at noon and ends at 7 p.m. with performances by several different groups such as: Dry Branch Fire Squad, Virginia Ramblers, Kim and Jimbo Cary and Pete and Ellen Vigour and Robin and Linda Williams and Their Fine Group. There will also be jamming all day. Refreshments will be available throughout the day. Fee. Tickets will not be sold in advance; they will be available at the Evans Center Box Office on the day of the event. Further information 434-325-8292; www.wintergreenperformingarts.org; info@wintergreenperformingarts.org

August 13 - Veritas Winery Starry Nights with Little Freddie King (New Orleans Blues Legend) 7-11 p.m. Join us for live music, wine and the big outdoors! Bring your family, friends, blankets, lawn chairs and dancing shoes for an unforgettable night under the stars. For more information or to make reservations for a table or dinner, please call 540-456-8000 ext. 108. 151 Veritas Lane, Afton, Va. 22920 www.veritaswines.com

August 13 - Fourth Annual Schuyler Day at Walton's Mountain Museum. Fee. Tours, crafts, live music. 6484 Rockfish River Road, Schuyler, Va. 22969 434-831-2000 www.waltonmuseum.org

August 13, 14 - Swannanoa Palace Open House 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 497 Swannanoa Lane, Afton, Va. 22920 540-942-5201. Fee

August 14 - French Crepe Day 1 p.m. at DelFosse Vineyards and Winery. Fee. Reservations not required, however we would like to know if you plan to attend. 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, Va. 22938 434-263-6100 finewines@delfossewine.com

August 15 - August 22 - Pick Your Own Gala Apples at Dickie Brothers Orchard - Century Family Farm 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Mon. - Sat.) 2552 Dickie Road, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-277-5516 www.dickiebros.com

August 20 - Indian Artifact Day at Saunders Farm Market. Tour our Antique Farm Equipment Museum. Retail store is open Monday through Saturday 9 a.m to 5 p.m. closed Sunday. 2717 Tye Brooke Highway, Piney River, Route 56 (off Highway 29) 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com

August 20 - Tin's for Tunes Concert Series at Cardinal Point Vineyards and Winery. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Live music TBA. Fee for tastings and asdmissions or donate 5 non-perishable food items (per person). Children 18 and under free. In case of inclement weather, please call the winery or check our website for changes/cancellations. 9423 Batesville Road, Afton, Va. 22920 434-456-8400 www.cardinalpointwinery.com

August 21 - The Devils Du at the Devils Playground on Horseshoe Mountain. Start Time: 10 a.m. With over 500 acres to explore, we have a challenge for ages and abilities. The Devils Due is our transitional challenge combining both Mountain Biking and Trail Running. Start with a 3 mile run through our lower Horseshoe Mountain trails. Followed by a 10 mile bike through the upper trail systems. Then finish up with a repeat of the first run. Then come on down to the Finishline at the Devil's Backbone Brewing Company and enjoy the afternoon. We'll have a few tasty treats waiting for you! 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-361-1001 www.dbbrewingcompany.com

August 21 - Loose Gravel performs at Humpback Rocks Visitor Center 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Mighty fine Bluegrass Band! Free and open to the public. Milepost 5.8 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. 540-943-4716

August 26 - SPCA Almost Home Fundraiser - A golf tournament held at the Stoney Creek Golf Course to benefit the SPCA. 434-325-8200

August 27 - Devils Backbone Mountain Cross 8 a.m. start and finish at Devils Backbone Brewing Company. 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-361-1001 www.dbbrewingcompany.com Ride 66 miles (or 49 mile option) of the most quiet and beautiful mountain roads in the Blue Ridge Mountains. You will follow mountain streams to high ascents with cool temperatures. Registration at www.bikereg.com until 4 p.m. August 26.

August 27 - Devils Backbone Brewing Company Summer Festival. Come listen to Baaba Seth and Hank perform their unique blend of music. 200 Mosby's Run, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-361-1001

August 27 - Afton After Hours with Dallas Wesley at Afton Mountain Vineyards. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Glass and Bottle sales only. Music from 6:30 to 9 p.m. 234 Vineyard Lane, Afton, Va. 22920 Route 631 (Off Route 6) 540-456-8667

August 27 - Honey Crisp Day at Saunders Farm Market. Tour our Antique Farm Equipment Museum. Retail store is open Monday through Saturday 9 a.m to 5 p.m. closed Sunday. 2717 Tye Brooke Highway, Piney River, Route 56 (off Highway 29) 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com

August 27 - "Birth of Democracy" at Democracy Vineyards - Enjoy the wines of Democracy Vineyards and see the progress as we move toward our on-site Tasting Room. 12 noon - 4 p.m. 108 Banton Orchard Lane, Lovingston, Va. 22949 434-964-6124

August 27 - The Stampede on Horseshoe Mountain. 10 a.m. Over 500 acres of terrain are used to create these courses. Our playzone elevation is between 800ft - 1800ft. The trails consist of solid (sometimes no) fire roads and timber trails with singletrack and double track. There is something for everyone that competes here. All mountain bike races start and finish at the Devils Backbone Brewing Company. Neutral Rolling starts will begin with a warm up around the brewery grounds. From there, riders will be escorted by the Nelson County Sheriff's Officers up Brents Gap by way of Rt. 151. After taking on the different Horseshoe Mountain challenges, riders will follow Rt. 151 down the fast rolling Brents Gap to the finish at the Brewery. We'll have a few tasty treats waiting for you! 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-361-1001

August 28 - Vertical Tasting Series - Cabernet Franc 2 p.m. at DelFosse Vineyards and Winery. Fee. 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, Va. 22948 434-263-6100 finewines@delfossewine.com

September 3, 10, 17, 24 - Nelson County Farmers Market 8 a.m. to noon. A producer only market with live music, fresh local produce, baked goods, fresh cheese, meats and poultry, fine crafts, plants, cut flowers, and more. Under the big white tent. 3079 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford, Va. 22958. 434-244-2399 www.nelsonfarmersmarket.com

September 2, 3, 4, 5 - Labor Day Spectacular, Wintergreen's Labor Day Spectacular includes and Arts and Craft show, chairlift rides, live music and much more. Bring the entire family for an end of the summer hurrah! For information contact Wintergreen Activities 434-325-8180

September 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25 - Nelson Scenic Loop 50 mile discovery on 4 scenic byways around 3 Ridge Mountain in Nelson County, including the Blue Ridge Parkway. Every Saturday and Sunday April through October 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free. www.nelsonscenicloop.com 1368 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford, Va. 22958 434-226-0446

September 3 - Asian Pear Day at Saunders Farm Market. Tour our Antique Farm Equipment Museum. Retail store is open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Sunday. 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, Route 56 (off Highway 29). 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com

September 3 - Travel the wine world without leaving Central Virginia. Wintergreen Performing Arts presents an International Wine and Food Festival atop the cool mountain at Wintergreen Resort at the Evans Center from noon - 5:30 p.m. Explore and compare wines from around the world and, of course, Virginia. Ethnic food will be available to accompany the wines. Proceeds support the extensive performance and educational activities of the Wintergreen Performing Arts. Fee. Tickets will not be sold in advance; they will be available at the Evans Center Box Office on the day of the event. Further information: 434-325-8292 www.wintergreenperformingarts.com ; info@wintergreenperformingarts.org

September 3, 4, 5, 6 - Patriot Golf Day - help us support Folds of Honor. This foundation assists the spouses and children of service men and women killed or injured during combat. 434-325-8200 for more information.

September 3, 4 - Swannanoa Palace Open House 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Fee. 497 Swannanoa Lane, Afton, Va. 22920

September 3, 4 - "Romp, Stomp and Chomp" Harvest Celebration at Wintergreen Winery. Want to stomp like Lucy? Here is your chance! Grape stomping, wine, music, riverside picnics and fun for all! Family-friendly scenic setting. Light picnic fare available. Fee includes wine glass, tasting, grape stomping and live music from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 462 Winery Lane, Nellysford, Va. 22958 434-361-2519 www.wintergreenwinery.com

September 4 - Albemarle Pipes and Drums perform at Humpback Rocks Visitor Center 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Celebrat Scots-Irish Day with a very special show! Free and open to the public. Milepost 5.8 Blue Ridge Parkway 540-943-4716

September 4 - Labor Day Weekend BBQ 12:30 p.m. at DelFosse Vineyards and Winery. Fee. Reservations required. 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, Va. 22938 434-263-6100 finewines@delfossewine.com

September 4, 11, 18, 25 - Sundays 'til Sundown on the lawn of the Mark Addy for local music, wines, beer and a variety of artisans from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., rain or shine as it will be under a tent. They are pet friendly. $5 in advance or $10 at the door. 56 Rodes Farm Drive, Nellysford, VA 22958. 434-361-1101

September 10 - Baking Contest at Saunders Farm Market. Tour our Antique Farm Equipment Museum. Retail store is open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Sunday. 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, Route 56 (off Highway 29). 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com

September 10 - Veritas Winery Starry Nights with King Cadillac 7-11 p.m. Join us for live music, wine and the big outdoors! Bring your family, friends, blankets, lawn chairs and dancing shoes for an unforgettable night under the stars. For more information or to make reservations for a table or dinner, please call 540-456-8000 ext. 108. 151 Veritas Lane, Afton, Va. 22920 www.veritaswines.com

September 10 - November 5 - Pick Your Own Apples at Dickie Brothers Orchard - Century Family Farm 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Mon. - Sat.) 2552 Dickie Road, Roseland, Va. 22967 434-277-5516 www.dickiebros.com

September 11 - French Crepe Day 1 p.m. at DelFosse Vineyards and Winery. Fee. Reservations not required, however we would like to know if you plan to attend. 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, Va. 22938 434-263-6100 finewines@delfossewine.com

September 17 - Edible Landscaping's Fall Fruit Festival. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tour the orchard, learn horticulture techniques, and plant sale. Guest speakers, grafting, pruning and pest control information, music and more. 361 Spirit Ridge Lane. Afton, Va. 22920 434-361-9134 www.ediblelandscaping.com

September 17 - Farm Animal Displays at Saunders Farm Market. Tour our Antique Farm Equipment Museum. Retail store is open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Sunday. 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, Route 56 (off Highway 29). 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com

September 17 - Grassy Ridge performs at Humpback Rocks Visitor Center 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bluegrass at its finest on "Farm Youth Day" Free and open to the public. Milepost 5.8 Blue Ridge Parkway 540-943-4716

September 18 - Blue Mountain Sunrise performs at Humpback Rocks Visitor Center 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Local favorite bluegrass and gospel band to close out the Humpback Music Season as part of Fall Farm Fest Weekend. Free and open to the public. Milepost 5.8 Blue Ridge Parkway 540-943-4716

September 18 - Wine and Food Pairing 1 p.m. at DelFosse Vineyards and Winery. Fee. Reservations required. 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, Va. 22938 434-263-6100 finewines@delfossewine.com

September 23 - Wintergreen Nature Foundation Tournament, an annual golf tournament held at both Stoney Creek and Devils Knob Golf Courses to benefit The Wintergreen Nature Foundation.

September 24 - Fall Plant Sale 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Saunders Farm Market. Tour our Antique Farm Equipment Museum. Retail store is open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Sunday. 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, Route 56 (off Highway 29). 434-277-5455 www.saundersbrothers.com

September 24 - Trail Runner Ultra Race of Champions, Trail Runner Magazine and Bad to the Bone Endurance Sports present the first-ever ultra running championship race - TrailRunner UROC. The world's best ultra runners will race for 100 kilometers and compete for a slice of the $10,000 prize purse. The out-and-back 100K course features 12,948 feet of elevation gain and loss, 32 miles of single track, 25 miles of mountain gravel roads and 5 miles on the picturesque Blue Ridge Parkway. For runners looking for a shorter challenge, the Great Eastern Endurance Run 50K and Half Marathon Trail Races will take place on the same day and share sections of the TrailRunner UROC course. 434-325-8200

September 24 - Oktoberfest at the Evans Center at Wintergreen Resort. Noon to 5:30 p.m. Wintergreen Performing Arts presents an Oktoberfest. Join us in a celebration of German culture and food - a family event in a beer garden setting. Feast on brats, wursts, german potato salad and kraut, along with American hot dogs and hamburgers. Enjoy traditional "om-pah" band music and taste local microbrewery beers. Music provided by the Shippensburg Blaskapelle. Proceeds support the extensive performance and educational activities of Wintergreen Performing Arts. Fee includes souvenir mug; food available for purchase. Ticket will not be sold in advance; they will be available at the Evans Center Box Office on the day of the event. Further information 434-325-8292; www.wintergreenperformingarts.org; info@wintergreenperformingarts.org

September 24, 25 - Swannanoa Palace Open House 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Fee. 497 Swannanoa Lane, Afton, Va. 22920

September 24, 25 - Apple Harvest and Apple Butter Festival at Drumheller's Orchard 9 a.m. to 5 p.. Food available for purchase. 1130 Drumheller Orchard Lane, Lovingston, Va. 22949 434-263-5036 www.drumhellersorchard.com

September 26 - VSGA One Day Tournament, held at the Stoney Creek Golf Course. 434-325-8200

September 27 - VVSGA One Day Tournament, held at the Stoney Creek Golf Course. 434-325-8200