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YOU’RE INVITED: Golden Hour Soirée

We invite you to enjoy 7 stations of delicious accoutrements, carefully paired with our estate-grown wines in the most stunning setting. Evenings on the knoll are our favorite and we feel there is no better compliment to a summer sunset than great food, great wine, and great company.

Each guest will get 2 servings from each station. In addition, there will be a bread bar with an assortment of made-from-scratch dips to choose from. We would describe this event as “heavy hors d’oeuvres”. It is not a seated dinner. Instead, we encourage you to eat, mingle and enjoy the evening.

Tentative Menu:
Station I: Gazpacho shots paired with 2022 Seyval Blanc
Station II: Blackberry and blue cheese crostinis with salted butter paired with 2022 Love, Virginia Rosé
Station III: Smoked mozzarella ravioli with mint pesto paired with 2021 Merlot
Station IV: Protein Station: Wood fired steak medallion with chimichurri OR cauliflower steak (by request) paired with ...to be determined
Station V: Prosciutto and fresh peach on a bamboo skewer paired with 2022 Chardonnay
Station VI: Stuffed warm date with chevre, black walnuts, black pepper, honey and sea salt paired with 2022 Petit Manseng
Station VII: Mini Lahmacun “pizzas” paired with 2022 Pinotage

plus Bread bar with onion dip, tzatziki dip and pimento cheese

When:
Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 6:30-8:30
Where:
The Tupelo House at Lovingston Winery
885 Freshwater Cove Ln. Lovingston, Virginia
RSVP Deadline:
To join, email by August 5th. Please be sure to specify if you would like to cauliflower steak as a substitute for the protein station. Due to the nature of this set-up, we will not be able to accommodate other dietary restrictions. This event is open to wine club first, then to the public if there are spots still open.
Price:
$75 per person
Includes 2 bites from each station with wine pairings and a bread bar

Photo by: @christinebeltranephoto

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@lovingstonwinery
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YOU’RE INVITED: Golden Hour Soirée We invite you to enjoy 7 stations of delicious accoutrements, carefully paired with our estate-grown wines in the most stunning setting. Evenings on the knoll are our favorite and we feel there is no better compliment to a summer sunset than great food, great wine, and great company. Each guest will get 2 servings from each station. In addition, there will be a bread bar with an assortment of made-from-scratch dips to choose from. We would describe this event as “heavy hors d’oeuvres”. It is not a seated dinner. Instead, we encourage you to eat, mingle and enjoy the evening. Tentative Menu:
Station I: Gazpacho shots paired with 2022 Seyval Blanc
Station II: Blackberry and blue cheese crostinis with salted butter paired with 2022 Love, Virginia Rosé
Station III: Smoked mozzarella ravioli with mint pesto paired with 2021 Merlot
Station IV: Protein Station: Wood fired steak medallion with chimichurri OR cauliflower steak (by request) paired with ...to be determined
Station V: Prosciutto and fresh peach on a bamboo skewer paired with 2022 Chardonnay
Station VI: Stuffed warm date with chevre, black walnuts, black pepper, honey and sea salt paired with 2022 Petit Manseng
Station VII: Mini Lahmacun “pizzas” paired with 2022 Pinotage
plus Bread bar with onion dip, tzatziki dip and pimento cheese When:
Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 6:30-8:30
Where:
The Tupelo House at Lovingston Winery
885 Freshwater Cove Ln. Lovingston, Virginia
RSVP Deadline:
To join, email wes@lovingstonwinery.com by August 5th. Please be sure to specify if you would like to cauliflower steak as a substitute for the protein station. Due to the nature of this set-up, we will not be able to accommodate other dietary restrictions. This event is open to wine club first, then to the public if there are spots still open.
Price:
$75 per person
Includes 2 bites from each station with wine pairings and a bread bar Photo by: @christinebeltranephoto

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@lovingstonfarmersmarket
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Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, July 30th, from 3-6pm for all your favorite farmers’ market items! Fresh eggs, produce, flowers, beef cuts, baked goods, and more!

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@lovingstonfarmersmarket
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Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, July 30th, from 3-6pm for all your favorite farmers’ market items! Fresh eggs, produce, flowers, beef cuts, baked goods, and more!

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🌌 Twin Meteor Showers Light Up the Sky – July 29–30, 2025 🌌

Prepare for one of the most awe-inspiring celestial events of the year: Two meteor showers peaking on the same night!
On the evening of July 29, lasting into the early hours of July 30, the Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids will merge their brilliance, painting the night with streaks of green, yellow, and orange fire.

✨ What to Expect:
• Up to 40 meteors per hour in dark skies
• Bright fireballs, long glowing trails, and colorful streaks
• Best viewing from midnight to dawn
• No special equipment needed — just your eyes and a clear view of the sky
•Try long-exposure photos of the night sky — or just soak in the moment. This is one for the memory books.

💫 Don’t miss it. The cosmos is calling.

#MeteorShowers #DeltaAquariids #AlphaCapricornids #Stargazing #SpaceEvent #July2025 #nightskymagic

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🌌 Twin Meteor Showers Light Up the Sky – July 29–30, 2025 🌌 Prepare for one of the most awe-inspiring celestial events of the year: Two meteor showers peaking on the same night!
On the evening of July 29, lasting into the early hours of July 30, the Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids will merge their brilliance, painting the night with streaks of green, yellow, and orange fire. ✨ What to Expect:
• Up to 40 meteors per hour in dark skies
• Bright fireballs, long glowing trails, and colorful streaks
• Best viewing from midnight to dawn
• No special equipment needed — just your eyes and a clear view of the sky
•Try long-exposure photos of the night sky — or just soak in the moment. This is one for the memory books. 💫 Don’t miss it. The cosmos is calling. #MeteorShowers #DeltaAquariids #AlphaCapricornids #Stargazing #SpaceEvent #July2025 #nightskymagic

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@saunders.brothers.farm.market
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‼️Surprise! Look what variety is now on the porch! Loring peaches are large, sweet, and perfect for fresh eating and canning! 🍑

We are open 9am-6pm. Monday through Saturday. See you soon!

#farmmarket #peachorchard #virginiapeaches #visitva #nelsoncountyva #virginiaisforpeachlovers

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@saunders.brothers.farm.market
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‼️Surprise! Look what variety is now on the porch! Loring peaches are large, sweet, and perfect for fresh eating and canning! 🍑 We are open 9am-6pm. Monday through Saturday. See you soon! #farmmarket #peachorchard #virginiapeaches #visitva #nelsoncountyva #virginiaisforpeachlovers

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TONIGHT ✨✨✨ @wrfbrewery
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Join us Thursday for this month’s Dark Skies Viewing Session at 9pm. Join local astronomers and enjoy the wonders of the cosmos

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TONIGHT ✨✨✨ @wrfbrewery
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Join us Thursday for this month’s Dark Skies Viewing Session at 9pm. Join local astronomers and enjoy the wonders of the cosmos

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@lovingstonwinery
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This was really exciting news to receive!

Whether it’s a wedding, a wine tasting, or overnight accommodation, the reason why we initially took this leap was to create a space for families and friends to gather.

Dating back to 1906 when the farmhouse was built, this property was always a place that served as a home base, and the old wine bottles in the woods prove that it has always been a good place to grab a drink too.

Weddings allow us to carry on this legacy of hosting. We love being a place for family and friends to be with each other and we love being a place that couples can celebrate one of life’s most special milestones.

Cheers to more memories and happy days on the knoll!

Thank you @lynchburgliving for this wonderful award

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@lovingstonwinery
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This was really exciting news to receive! Whether it’s a wedding, a wine tasting, or overnight accommodation, the reason why we initially took this leap was to create a space for families and friends to gather. Dating back to 1906 when the farmhouse was built, this property was always a place that served as a home base, and the old wine bottles in the woods prove that it has always been a good place to grab a drink too. Weddings allow us to carry on this legacy of hosting. We love being a place for family and friends to be with each other and we love being a place that couples can celebrate one of life’s most special milestones. Cheers to more memories and happy days on the knoll! Thank you @lynchburgliving for this wonderful award

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@wintergreenresortva 🎄 CHRISTMAS IN JULY IS BACK — WITH MIDWEEK MAGIC! 🎄

Cool down your summer with HOT savings on midweek winter getaways at Wintergreen Resort! ❄️

Book your 2025–26 Sunday–Thursday stay between July 21–25 and choose from two incredible deals:

🎿 SKI FREE MIDWEEK PACKAGE – Stay 2 nights or more (Sun–Thurs) and get FREE 8-hour lift tickets for each guest, each night of your stay!

🏔️ BOGO LODGING DEAL – Already have a pass or just need a quiet winter escape? Book one midweek night, get the next night FREE!

Whether you’re chasing fresh powder or just some peaceful mountain time, there’s no better time to book.

📅 Sale runs July 21–25 only
📞 Call 855-699-1858 or book online: https://www.wintergreenresort.com/christmas-in-july/

#WintergreenResort #ChristmasInJuly #SkiVirginia #MidweekGetaway #SkiFree #BOGO #Wintergreen2025 #BlueRidgeMountains #WinterEscape

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@wintergreenresortva 🎄 CHRISTMAS IN JULY IS BACK — WITH MIDWEEK MAGIC! 🎄 Cool down your summer with HOT savings on midweek winter getaways at Wintergreen Resort! ❄️ Book your 2025–26 Sunday–Thursday stay between July 21–25 and choose from two incredible deals: 🎿 SKI FREE MIDWEEK PACKAGE – Stay 2 nights or more (Sun–Thurs) and get FREE 8-hour lift tickets for each guest, each night of your stay! 🏔️ BOGO LODGING DEAL – Already have a pass or just need a quiet winter escape? Book one midweek night, get the next night FREE! Whether you’re chasing fresh powder or just some peaceful mountain time, there’s no better time to book. 📅 Sale runs July 21–25 only
📞 Call 855-699-1858 or book online: https://www.wintergreenresort.com/christmas-in-july/ #WintergreenResort #ChristmasInJuly #SkiVirginia #MidweekGetaway #SkiFree #BOGO #Wintergreen2025 #BlueRidgeMountains #WinterEscape

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Making plans for the weekend? Pack your bags and head our way! We are the county’s newest craft beverage trail stretching 20 miles between Blue Mountain Barrel House in Arrington and Mountain and Vine Winery in Faber. Those who travel Nelson 29 can also experience Brent Manor Vineyards, Outback Brew House, Lovingston Winery and Virginia Distillery Company.
Enjoy the scenic drive through Nelson County and stop to play, eat, or take in some gorgeous country views any season of the year. #winecountry #craftbeverage #SummerInTheMountains

https://www.nelson29.com

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