What's Happening in Nelson: February 2008

February 2008

Rapunzel’s Coffee & Books
Front Street, Lovingston 
434-263-6660  
2/1:  Pixy Led (8 pm) Irish, folk, Americana in three-part, all-girl 
harmonies.
2/2:  Byron Massie (8 pm, fee) country singer-songwriting.
2/8:  Open Mic Night (8pm)
2/9:  Blue Line  Highway (8 pm, fee) acoustic rock & Americana.
2/15:  Bent Theater Comedy Improv (8 pm, fee)
2/16:  the Slydells and the Biscuit Rollers (8 pm, fee) acoustic rock
2/22:  Blue Stone Sky (8p m) folk/Americana.
2/23:  the Buzzard Hollow Boys (8 pm, fee) country-swing/acoustic rock/Americana.
2/29:  Winter Hafla!  An evening of bellydancing. (8 pm, fee)

February 2
Wintergreen Performing Arts presents a Winery Concert by the James Piano Quartet at Veritas Vineyard and Winery. The program begins at 7:00 pm and will feature works by Mozart, Walton and Brahms. Meet the artists while enjoying hors d'oeuvres and wine after the concert. (540) 456-8000 (extension 108)

February 3
Blue Ridge Doublecross, sponsored by Freestyle
Wintergreen's Terrain Park is the site for this exciting ski and snowboard race, sponsored by Freestyle. For information, call the Ski Information Center at 434-325-2100 or Freestyle at 434-978-4091. Weather permitting.

February 7 - 17
The Hamner Theater presents You Know I Can't Hear You When the Water's Running, by Robert S. Anderson. Four one-act plays charting the murky waters of relationships, growing up and growing old. Though written in the 1960's, this piece has surprising relevance and is pretty darn funny to boot - it was one of Broadway's most successful comedies! Featuring Michael Volpendesta, Mary Coy, Jacquie Harvey, Ryan Wender, Bill Williamson, Jim Johnston, and Susan Burke. Directed by Peter Coy, Boomie Pedersen & Carol Pedersen
7:30 pm Thu. - Sat., Feb. 7 - 9
2:00 pm on Sun., Feb. 10
7:30 pm Wed. - Sat., Feb. 13 - 16
2:00 pm on Sun., Feb. 17
Free Preview, Wed, Feb 6 at 7:30 pm. Champagne Reception follows Opening Night performance, Thursday, February 7th. 434 361 1999

February 9
Lovingston Opry presents Bennie Dodd and Friends Valentines Day Special. 7 pm. Get ready to Dance to some Classic Rock, Country and Motown. 434-263-8305

February 10
Lovingston Opry presents a Special Gospel Show 3 pm-6 pm James River Cut-ups, Doug Hepler,
Bennie Dodd and Friends, Second Time Around Gospel band. 434-263-8305

February 9
Valentine's Dinner at DelFosse Winery. 434-263-6100

February 9
Wintergreen Nature Foundation presents The Struggles of a New Nation
After the Revolution, many prominent Virginians felt that the newly proposed national government and original Constitution were no better than the tyranny of England. Their protests in the Constitutional Congress and the Virginia Convention almost blocked the ratification of the Constitution. Experience the struggle to find common ground that was both passionate and personal as people dealt with the consequences of independence. 434-325-8169 7:00 PM at the Nelson County High School Auditorium

February 9, 10
Wintergreen Winery's Valentine Celebration. Indulge your sweetheart with an early Valentine treat of our decadent pairing of Raspberry dessert wine with organic chocolates, French truffles or homemade fudge. Complimentary wine tasting, wine and gift shop specials. Beautiful fresh long stemmed roses available. 10 -5 pm. No fee. 434-361-2519

February 9-10
HEAD Women's Ski Clinic with Lisa Densmore and Pam Fletcher
Wintergreen Snowsports School
Women hoping to take their skiing to the next level won't want to miss these special one-day clinics with HEAD professionals Lisa Densmore and Pam Fletcher, both veterans of the U.S. Ski Team. Scheduled for March and , the clinics include a continental breakfast; presentation on trends in women's ski gear; morning and afternoon instruction; ski demonstrations; lunch; as well as an apres-ski wine and cheese party and poster-signing session at Freestyle ski and snowboard shop. To register, please contact the Wintergreen Snowsports School at 434-325-8065. Weather permitting. (May only be one day)

February 14
Valentines Day Winemaker's Dinner at Veritas Vineyards & Winery. An evening of fine food, Veritas wine with dancing. Executive Chef Said Rhafiri, will bring forth seven courses to delight the palate. Enjoy the beautiful view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. 7 -11 pm. Fee. 540-456-8000 ext. 107

February 14
Valentine's Day in the Fountain Room at the Mark Addy. Four course dinner with a champagne toast, appetizer, salad, dessert. Music by Kayce McGehee. 434-361-1101.

February 14, 15, 16 & 17
Wine and Chocolate at Cardinal Point Vineyard and Winery. Enjoy wines and handcrafted chocolates to sample and purchase for Valentine's Day. Lot's of Henry Mancini (and others) on the stereo for just the right ambiance! 11 am - 5:30 pm. No fee. 540-456-8400

February 15
Music by Howie Campbell in the Fountain Room at the Mark Addy. 434-361-1101.

February 16
Valentine's Dinner at DelFosse Winery. 434-263-6100

February 16
Music by Jan Smith in the Fountain Room at the Mark Addy. 434-361-1101.

February 16, 17
Sweetheart's Weekend at Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery is a unique way to celebrate Valentine's Day with someone special. Enjoy "True to the Fruit" wines and historical honey meads paired with food. Mead has been the drink of lovers for centuries. Many ancient cultures considered it to be an aphrodisiac, believed it insured the birth of sons and made the drinker more poetic. Fee. Sunday 1-5 pm. 11 am.-5 pm. (434) 361-1266

February 16-17
Freestyle Demo Days
Bring yourself up-to-date with Freestyle Demo Days at Wintergreen Resort. Test out the hottest ski and snowboard equipment on the market today. For information, call 434-325-1183. Weather permitting.

February 17
Glass & Powder Slopestyle
Wintergreen's Terrain Park is the site for this snowboard competition with a focus on style, sponsored by Glass & Powder Boardshop. For information, call the Ski Information Center at 434-325-2100 or Glass & Powder at 804-355-4441. Weather permitting.

February 22-23
Wintergreen Performing Arts provides two opportunities to hear an in-home concert by classical guitarist Christopher Ladd. Friday in the valley at Stoney Creek (Nellysford) and Saturday on the mountain at Wintergreen. The concert begins at 7:00 pm both nights and is followed by a buffet reception. (434) 325-8292

February 23
Lovingston Opry presents Worm Patterson and All Problems Solved. Motown/Gospel and
Country. 434-263-8305

February 23
Music by Howie Campbell and Friends in the Fountain Room at the Mark Addy. 434-361-1101.

February 23
Wintergreen Nature Foundation presents A Time of Celebration
The social life and activities in rural Virginia and the surrounding countryside showcased the newly independent colony's love of music and dance. Tuckahoe musician Joseph Ayers will perform with a variety of period instruments. 434-325-8169 7:00 PM at the Nelson County High School Auditorium

February 23
Freestyle Demo Day featuring Olympian Jonny Moseley
Hit the slopes with two-time Olympian and X-Games Silver Medalist Jonny Moseley and check out the hottest HEAD equipment at the Freestyle Demo Day. For details, call 434-325-1183. Weather permitting.(Date may change to March 1, 2008-date not confirmed until January of 2008)

February 24
Blue Ridge Doublecross, sponsored by Freestyle
Featuring Olympian Jonny Moseley
Wintergreen's Terrain Park is the site for this exciting ski and snowboard race, sponsored by Freestyle. Two-time Olympian and X-Games Silver Medalist Jonny Moseley will be Master of Ceremonies, hand out awards and congratulate the winners. He'll also be available for photos and autographs. For information, call the Ski Information Center at 434-325-2100. Weather permitting.(Date may change to March 2, 2008-date not confirmed until January of 2008)

February 24
Food & Wine Pairing at DelFosse Winery. 434-263-6100

February 29
Media Day at Walton's Mountain Museum. The media is invited to tour the museum the day before the museum opens for the season. Refreshments will be served and no admission fee. 10 am - 2 pm. 434-831-2000