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Nov
1
1:00 PM
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23 attended (est.) –
4.506
Halloween doesn't have to be only about the kids :). Come out to Swedenburg on the 1st and enjoy good wines and a chocolate fountain. What a great way to end Halloween weekend. Join us out there around 1:00
Cost:
$10.00
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Swedenburg Estate Vineyard
Middleburg,
VA, 20117
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22 Yes
7 Maybe
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Oct
25
1:00 PM
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16 attended (est.) –
5.005
We went out to Hiddencroft last year just after they opened and its time to re-visit :). They have a really good Chambourcin and a beautiful Gazeebo (assuming the weather is kind) on which to spend the afternoon hanging out. These trips are always a lot of fun and we look forward to seeing you all there (well the 20 of you that sign up first).
Cost:
$10.00
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Hiddencroft Vineyards
Lovettsville,
VA, 20180
39.268930,-77.678535
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16 Yes
0 Maybe
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Oct
24
7:00 PM
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25 attended (est.) –
4.508
Enjoy the first-ever wine country comedy night, featuring the intelligent and hilarious rants of Baltimore's Funniest Comedian, Mike Storck! Tickets - $15 per person includes your choice of a glass wine. TICKETS ARE LIMITED!!! PURCHASE THEM HERE Tickets will be held at will call - please present ID upon arrival. Additional wines may be purchased by the glass and by the bottle, as well as cheeses, crackers and freshly baked goods. 7:00 PM - Doors
8:00 PM - Stephen Mackey, "Roadie Tales"
8:20 PM - Opening act 1 - TBD
8:45 PM - Mike Storck ABOUT STEPHEN MACKEY (Owner of Notaviva)
After 10 years of touring the world with bands of all genres, Notaviva's co-founder has seen it all. Want to hear what REALLY happens backstage...? ABOUT MIKE STORCK Watch a video clip! - Mike at the D.C. Improv After being voted Funniest Comedian in Baltimore and being invited to the Boston Comedy Festival, Mike was selected to perform in the finals for the Just for Laughs Montreal Comedy Festival. After moving to New York City, he was quickly recognized as a comedic talent to be reckoned with, making a name for himself in the circuit as a strong writer with the performance to match. Mike auditioned for the U.S. Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen, Colorado, along with 300 other hopefuls, and was the only performer selected to compete in the finals. In 2004, Mike was the winner of the Carnival Comedy Challenge in Charlotte, NC, which gained him even more acclaim in the entertainment industry. Mike continues to work the comedy club circuit in New York city and comedy clubs across the country, continually writing and performing new material.
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Notaviva Vineyards
Purcellville,
VA, 20132
39.252864,-77.747838
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29 Yes
0 Maybe
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Oct
17
10:45 AM
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29 attended (est.) –
3.001
A fun-filled, action-packed, three-day family celebration unfolds with the 13th anniversary of the Shenandoah Valley Hot Air Balloon, Wine & Music Festival. Held on the spacious lawns and rolling hills of LONG BRANCH in Clarke County, VA, the Festival brings balloonists and their colorful airborne craft from far and wide to delight spectators of all ages. Join us as we celebrate the 70th anniversary of the beloved family classic, The Wizard of Oz. The Festival is the last stop on a nation-wide tour commemorating the memorable story of Dorothy and her friends. In addition to the balloons, our annual event provides a wide variety of entertainment over the weekend, such as wine tasting, a Kiddie's Korner, VA Monster Truck rides, parades, lawnmower races and live music featuring Souled Out and IIIrd Tyme Out. Date/Hours:
Friday, October 16, 2009 (4:00 PM-8:00 PM)
Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Sunday, October 18, 2009 (7:00 AM-4:00 PM) ***Balloons launch at 7:30 a.m. (sunrise) and again at 4:30 p.m. (sunset) weather permitting*** Admission Fee: $10 - $15 to festival & $10 for wine event. You can purchase tickets online at a discounted rate in advance for $20 for both events.
http://www.historicl ongbranch.com/balloonfest/2009balloonfestival.pdf
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Historic Long Branch
Millwood,
VA, 22663
39.040877,-78.055780
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30 Yes
20 Maybe
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Oct
13
6:30 PM
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17 attended (est.) –
4.506
Wine and cheese are such a great pairing that I am surprised there aren't more places like Cheesetique around. I've heard a lot of good things about this place and I think it is time we paid them a visit :). Hopefully, we'll see you all there.
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Cheesetique
Alexandria,
VA, 22301
38.827249,-77.058842
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16 Yes
4 Maybe
8 Waiting List
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Oct
10
1:00 PM
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Suggested by:
Stephen Mackey
26 attended (est.) –
4.003
Four bands! - Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band, Andrew McKnight, The Woodshedders, and Steve DeVries. Also on hand will be heirloom-quality folk artisans, an evening open jam session (outdoors), a documentary film presentation on the Shenandoah river (indoors) and a BBQ smoker. Tix $10 each. The event starts at 1000, but since that is WAYYYYYY too early to be awake on a weekend, we are going to meet at 1:00 :). You are absolutely welcome to get there early. Knowing how the music events are at Notaviva are, this will be lots of fun. Sadly, it does not look like I will get the answer to my burning question: which Notaviva wine pairs well with Britney Spears.
Cost:
$10.00
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Notaviva Vineyards
Purcellville,
VA, 20132
39.252864,-77.747838
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24 Yes
5 Maybe
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Oct
4
3:00 PM
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1 attended (est.) –
No rating yet
Well....it turns out that when you hit certain Milestones......our fearless leader actually breaks down and lets us throw him a Birthday Party!!! :) I know its short notice, but tomorrow should be a georgous day, and what better place to Celebrate Allans Birthday than one of his favorite wineries....Breaux! So come on out and celebrate Allans Birthday!!! Happy Birthday Allan!
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Breaux Vineyards
Purcellville,
VA, 20132
39.230460,-77.728370
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1 Yes
3 Maybe
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Sep
22
7:00 PM
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8 attended (est.) –
4.502
We are going to give DC's newest wine bar, Room 11, a test drive. There has been a lot of talk about this new bar opening up on 11th street and I think we should see if it lives up to the hype. For those of you who have been following build out on their construction blog this will be a good time to check out the finished product. I'll call them and let them know we are coming (AND make sure they still know we are coming the day before). Looking forward to seeing the DC regulars out there!
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Room 11
Washington,
DC, 20010
38.930551,-77.028176
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14 Yes
10 Maybe
1 Waiting List
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Sep
20
1:00 PM
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16 attended (est.) –
5.001
Dry Mill Winery is another new Loudoun County winery we have not been to yet. Dry Mill Winery is located in a restored stable that used to house the horses of the Loudoun Hunt Club. Dean and Nancy are really great and love to talk about the stable and wines, so I think we are in for a treat. Because of a conflict with another event, I am afraid I am going to have to push this event back a week.
Cost:
$5.00
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Dry Mill Winery
Leesburg,
VA, 20175
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16 Yes
0 Maybe
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Sep
19
1:00 PM
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10 attended (est.) –
5.004
Tarara is celebrating its 20th anniversary the weekend of September 19th an 20th and we are going to go out and help them! Details about the festival are available on their website. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the gate. This event is kid friendly, so bring the little ones along and let them enjoy some win...errr....soda. I'm not sure where we'll be yet, but I'll try to get us a spot. Tickets are available online or at the gate, children under 12 are free.
Cost:
$15.00
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Tarara Winery
Leesburg,
VA, 20176
39.237251,-77.479424
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12 Yes
16 Maybe
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