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Apr
19
Fri
G.G.R.H. Gilliam, Green, Riggs, and Hall with Sweet Janes Kitchen Crab Cakes
Apr 19 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
G.G.R.H. Gilliam, Green, Riggs, and Hall with Sweet Janes Kitchen Crab Cakes

We are super stoked to have G.G.R.H. return to our slice of paradise here in Free Union. Featuring 4 Charlottesville musical institutions — guitar slinger Ian Gilliam, harmonica player Gary Green, bassist Steve Riggs, and Eddie Hall on drums. The musicality of this foursome is insane, making for an incredible performance that you won’t want to miss! Friday, April 19th, from 6 to 8:30pm. Open to all. no cover.

Keep up with GGRH and their musical happenings via their Facebook page –
https://www.facebook.com/GGRH-102894869052076/

Sweet Jane’s Kitchen will be onsite offering their incredibly delicious Maryland style Crab Cake Sandwiches.
https://www.ilovesweetjaneskitchen.com/

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

The following measures are in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all of our guests, as well as our staff:

We will be adhering to, and strictly enforcing, all requirements and guidelines as set forth by the Governor and the CDC, which include increased sanitization and cleaning procedures to ensure the health and safety of guests and staff.

We all know that music and dancing go hand in hand, however, if you are going to get up and groove to the tunes, we kindly ask that you stick to the vicinity of your seated area.

Children are welcome, please keep them with you at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated. Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times. 

Apr
20
Sat
The Michael Elswick Gathering
Apr 20 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

The Michael Elswick Gathering returns to our tropical oasis here in Free Union. Entertaining all with their Jazz, Blues, Ballads & Latin tunes. Saturday evening, April 20th from 5 to 8pm. Open to all. No cover.

Featuring:
Michael Elswick – Saxes
Bill Edmonds – Guitar and Vocals
Eric Franzen – Keyboard
Danny Barrale – Drums

(*Occasionally there are changes to band members and updates are made based on info received ahead of the scheduled date.)

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

The following measures are in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all of our guests, as well as our staff:

We will be adhering to, and strictly enforcing, all requirements and guidelines as set forth by the Governor and the CDC, which include increased sanitization and cleaning procedures to ensure the health and safety of guests and staff.

We all know that music and dancing go hand in hand, however, if you are going to get up and groove to the tunes, we kindly ask that you stick to the vicinity of your seated area.

Children are welcome, please keep them with you at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated. Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times.

Apr
21
Sun
Tara Mills Trio
Apr 21 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Tara Mills Trio

It’s going to be a super chill Sunday Fun Day with music by the Tara Mills Trio. With Tara Mills leading the trio featuring guitar, banjo, and mandolin. They’ll be entertaining all with an original blend of folk, bluegrass, and Americana — as Tara calls it ”original mountain Americana”. Performing live right here in the tropics of Free Union. Sunday, April 21st, from 2 to 5pm. Open to all, no cover.

Learn more about the Tara Mills Band at — https://www.facebook.com/Tara-Mills-Music-111928462231791/

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

The following measures are in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all of our guests, as well as our staff:

We will be adhering to, and strictly enforcing, all requirements and guidelines as set forth by the Governor and the CDC, which include increased sanitization and cleaning procedures to ensure the health and safety of guests and staff.

We all know that music and dancing go hand in hand, however, if you are going to get up and groove to the tunes, we kindly ask that you stick to the vicinity of your seated area.

Children are welcome, please keep them with you at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated. Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times.

Apr
26
Fri
Chickenhead Blues Band with Khadija’s Kitchen
Apr 26 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Chickenhead Blues Band with Khadija's Kitchen

Jump start your weekend with the sensational “New Orleans boogie-woogie, upbeat, rhythm and blues” sounds of our 4th Friday resident band – the CHICKENHEAD BLUES BAND. Performing live inside our tropical oasis, the glass house conservatory! Friday, April 26th, from 6 to 8:30pm. No cover. Open to all.

Bio:
Chickenhead Blues Band’s history begins in 1999 with weekly legendary Thursday evening shows playing blues tunes at Durty nelly’s pub. A few personnel changes led to the more fusion influenced repertoire presented now. You will hear a taste of New Orleans, Jazz Crusaders, Tom Scott and LA Express, Jimi Hendrix mixed, in with some original songs, as well.

Band members:

Aric van Brocklin – Guitar
Skip Haga – Keyboards
Jeff Louderback – Drums
Andy Rowland – Sax
Vic Brown – Bass

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Khadija’s Kitchen will be onsite, offering a menu of their delicious “Authentic Afghan Cuisine with an International Twist”. (beginning at 5:30pm) http://khadijas-kitchen.com/

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

The following measures are in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all of our guests, as well as our staff:

We will be adhering to, and strictly enforcing, all requirements and guidelines as set forth by the Governor and the CDC, which include increased sanitization and cleaning procedures to ensure the health and safety of guests and staff.

We all know that music and dancing go hand in hand, however, if you are going to get up and groove to the tunes, we kindly ask that you stick to the vicinity of your seated area.

Children are welcome, please keep them with you at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated. Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times.

Apr
27
Sat
Scuffletown
Apr 27 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Scuffletown

It’s going to be an incredible evening of great music and lots of fun with Scuffletown returning to our slice of paradise here in Free Union. The Scuffletown duo of Marc and John will fill our tropical conservatory with their awesome calypso, bluegrass, reggae, and blues. Saturday, April 27th, from 5 to 8pm. Open to all. No cover.

Learn more about Scuffletown at their website – http://www.scuffletownmusic.com/

…and keep up with their everyday happenings on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Scuffletown-192314870822883/

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

The following measures are in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all of our guests, as well as our staff:

We will be adhering to, and strictly enforcing, all requirements and guidelines as set forth by the Governor and the CDC, which include increased sanitization and cleaning procedures to ensure the health and safety of guests and staff.

We all know that music and dancing go hand in hand, however, if you are going to get up and groove to the tunes, we kindly ask that you stick to the vicinity of your seated area.

Children are welcome, please keep them with you at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated. Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times. 

Apr
28
Sun
Willie DE – Solo
Apr 28 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Willie DE - Solo

It’s going to be a super cool Sunday Fun Day here in the tropics of Free Union with Willie DE treating us to his awesome bluesy rock sounds. Sunday, April 28th from 2 to 5pm. Open to all. No cover.

Learn more about this talented musician at his website – http://www.williede.com/

…and follow him on Facebook at – www.facebook.com/williedemusic

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

The following measures are in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all of our guests, as well as our staff:

We will be adhering to, and strictly enforcing, all requirements and guidelines as set forth by the Governor and the CDC, which include increased sanitization and cleaning procedures to ensure the health and safety of guests and staff.

We all know that music and dancing go hand in hand, however, if you are going to get up and groove to the tunes, we kindly ask that you stick to the vicinity of your seated area.

Children are welcome, please keep them with you at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated. Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times.

May
4
Sat
3rd Annual Primavera Fest!
May 4 @ 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm
3rd Annual Primavera Fest!
Spring has arrived and it’s time to announce our 3rd annual PRIMAVERA FEST!!!
We’ll be celebrating the season with a full day of MUSIC, FOOD TRUCK, AND FAMILY FUN!
 
Live Music By:
ALEGRIA LATIN DUO (1-3pm)
PAULO FRANCO DUO (4-6pm)
BELEZA (7-9PM)
 
Food:
TWO BROTHERS SOUTHWESTERN GRILL (12 noon – 9pm)
 
Kick off our WINE SLUSHIE SEASON!
 
Family Fun:
Face Painter (price based on art) (12 noon until 5pm)
Bouncy House (12 noon until 5pm)
 
Mark your calendars and prepare to attend this much anticipated event on SATURDAY, MAY 4th, from 12 noon until 9pm.
 
NO COVER and OPEN TO ALL!!