Riding Along VA Beach Boardwalk

Visit Chrysalis Vineyards in the midst of harvest and experience the hottest festival of the year. Enjoy the bluegrass pickings of many top-named bands throughout the weekend, craft and food vendors, hayrides, vineyard tours, a special tasting of nine wines with commemorative take-home glasses, and much more! Sample all of their Norton wines, purchase vintage Nortons, and refresh from the sun with a glass of Sarah’s Patio Red.

Bluemont Vineyard, just outside the rural village of Bluemont in western Loudoun, sits at 951 feet above sea level and offers magnificent views of the Loudoun countryside. On a clear day, you can see all the way to DC! (We are DC’s Wine Country, you know…) Bluemont features several wines, including some surprising blends, and offers guests a relaxing patio and deck to cap off the experience. Live music is offered as well on selected weekends. Don’t miss their Lore home furnishings shop at the winery too. Be sure to include time for the kids at the next door Great Country Farms too.

Promotional Video for “Tailgate Shakespeare.” A professional touring theatre troupe, bringing two amazing Shakespeare shows to southwestern Virginia. 2010 season includes: “The Winter’s Tale” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Edited by Paul Rycik, voice talent- Sara Landis, photos by Jake Landis.

BeachStreetUSA presents Sandstock Festival 2010 at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. This FREE event was held June 25th through 27th, 2010 on stages along the Va. Beach Boardwalk. Video by VaBeach.com www.beachstreetusa.com www.vabeach.com

FLO FEST 2010 Music & Wine Festival Music and Wine Event with live performances by Marcus Johnson and many more! Performers Marcus Johnson with special appearances by: Ju’Not Joyner and Phil Martin Just Added: Jukebox The Ghost Levi Stephens Lucky Dub Modern Thieves Drop Electric DJ Young Pulse More to come . . . Enjoy a full day of incredible FLO Wines, FLO Premium Sangria, and Food while listening to Jazz, Rock, Funk, Soul and World Music. Stay tuned for additional acts and more details. Date: Saturday, July 24, 2010 Time: Doors open at 12pm, music starts at 1:00pm. Location: Tarara Winery 13648 Tarara Lane Leesburg, VA 20176 Pre-Sale Tickets: $15 Tickets: $30 Tickets available at flofest.eventbrite.com For weekend accommodations visit: www.lansdowneresort.com Come FLO with us!

All pics taken by me in and of the Shenandoah National Park. I would have liked to have more and different wildlife in it but I guess I wasn’t at the right place at the right time. Really wish it was better quality, not sure why it doesn’t have the option to watch in higher quality. If you liked what you saw…. www.myspace.com go ahead and send me a request. I have loads more(pics) just like this and of other things. In the request just state that you saw the link to my profile here.

Discover all that is good about food and wine in the perfect setting to enjoy both with friends and family. The Wine Kitchen food embraces the spirit of an old world wine bar restaurant. The seasonal American bistro menu takes advantage of the great variety of local and organic ingredients raised by this regions farmers. Our purveyors, from farmers, ranchers, cheese makers to winemakers, are deeply passionate about their products. We prepare dishes with simple straightforward flavors to highlight the freshness and quality of these products. The small plate style and wine flights encourage our guests to gather and discuss the events of the day while enjoying sizzling plates of local lamb sausage, crisp garden lettuces with tangy vinaigrette, and decadent chocolate desserts. The Wine Kitchen features wine dinners, live music, and winery tastings. Located on King Street in historic downtown Leesburg in the heart of Loudoun: dc’s Wine Country.. Selected as one of Northern Virginia Magazine’s Best New Restaurants in 2009.

Just some of the many reasons to visit Galax, world capital of old time mountain music, home of the Virginia state BBQ Competition, and known for Bluegrass music. Thanks for Randy Kegley for putting this video together.

www.floydfolks.org & http 1-540-808-2880 -floydlcfgroup@gmail – PO box 179 Floyd,Virginia 24091 The Blue Ride Parkway The Blue Ridge Parkway, Americas Favorite Drive, will be celebrating its 75th Birthday in 2010. Started in the 1930s as a Depression-era public works project, it took over fifty years to complete. This highway, noted for its beautiful scenic views, meanders through the Blue Ridge Mountains for 469.1 miles from Shenandoah National Park in Virginia to US 441 at Oconaluftee in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park near Cherokee, North Carolina. For seventeen miles it winds its way through Floyd County, one of the most beautiful and photographed areas of the parkway. There is no fee for using the parkway and it is a favorite destination for many travelers for many reasons. Along the parkway can be found plenty of opportunities to stop, eat, stretch, visit restrooms and exhibits, hike, fish or view wildlife. Historic sites and buildings, each with its own unique history, are found all along the parkway giving the traveler opportunities to be transported back in time as they explore the cultural heritage of the area while enjoying the spectacular natural views. The parkway is an excellent destination for birdwatchers. The Appalachian Mountains are along the flyway for most eastern migratory birds. Photographers also will find an abundance of unique photographic opportunities. Hikers and horseback riders, as well as wildflower and history enthusiast will find …