CIVIL WAR EVENTS   CIVIL WAR CONVERSATION BAINE'S BOOKS & COFFEE 2nd Wednesday Monthly  -  Free 205 Main Street Appomattox, VA 24522 Every 2nd Wed (12:15 PM - 12:45 PM) 804-649-1861 The Museum of the Confederacy and the Appomattox Court House National Historical Park are partnering to bring the Civil War Sesquicentennial to Appomattox. Each month, a knowledgeable speaker will lead a discussion on a topic or event.  The talks will take place upstairs at Baine’s Books and Coffee.  Lunch will be available for purchase at Baines Books.

CIVIL WAR EVENTS   LIVING HISTORY ANNIVERSARY ENCAMPMENT APRIL 10 - 12, 2015 - $ National Historical Park Appomattox – 10 minutes from The Cheyenne 434-352-8987 During this weekend you can learn about how soldiers lived, the shelters theyused (when they had them), their food, their weapons, how they marched, drilled, and kept prepared to meet the demands of a Civil War Soldier. There will be tactical demonstrations, firing demonstrations, amoung other programs. One program very special and unique to Appomattox Court House, is the Stacking of Arms ceremony along the Richmond-Lynchburg Stage Road. This is the exact spot where General Lee's Army of Northern Virginia laid down its arms for the last time on April 12, 1865. Visitors are invited to bring chairs or blankets. Minimal Entry fee per person.

CIVIL WAR EVENTS THE LONG ROAD HOME CLOVER HILL VILLAGE APRIL 10 - 12, 2015 - $ 5747 River Ridge Road Historical Appomattox “The Long Road Home” promises to be unlike any other Civil War series of events, as we commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the historic conflict that in many ways defined this country and its future.   This five-year series of events, beginning April 2011, will honor five major steps along the way to the end of the War Between the States in Virginia, culminating with the 150th Appomattox in 2015. The yearly events 2011-2014 will be held in the beautiful, historic grounds of Appomattox Co. Historical Society, Clover Hill Village, and the 150th Appomattox will be held at a larger site to be announced. Estimated Costs: Adults $10 child $5 per day or 2-day pass Adults $15 Child $7.

APPOMATTOX MUSICAL EVENTS & SERIES APPOMATTOX BLUE GRASS SERIES APPOMATTOX HIGH SCHOOL Jan - Apr 2015 doors open @ noon  -  $$ 198 Evergreen Ave Appomattox VA 434-660-7101 02/08/15- Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver 03/01/15 - The Grascals and Reno & Harrell Buy tickets in advance at the Appomattox Car Quest, Hometown Rentals, Appomattox High School. In Farmville at the Buffalo Creek Guitar Company. In Lynchburg at Music Center. $20 at door or $15 in advance for adults; $5 kids 6 -12 ; 5 and under free.     APPOMATTOX CHEERZ - FRIDAY FESTIVALS ABBITT MEMORIAL PARK Appomattox Typically the 3rd Friday of every month April - October.  -  $ April 10; May 15; June 19; July 17; Aug 21; Sept 18; Oct 9, 2015 (Kick off to Railroad Festival) (434)352-2621 This fun filled event is held at Abbitt Memorial Park in historic downtown Appomattox from 5:30pm - 9:00pm. Live performances from local bands, great food and fun for the entire family. Lawn chairs are always welcome, however, NO coolers or pets please. Admission ages 13+ $5.00, kids <12 free.  LIVE MUSIC & OPEN MIC BAINES BOOKS AND COFFEE Most Weekends 205 Main Street , Appomattox 434-352-3711 Gourmet Coffee, full espresso bar, new and used books. Great place to come and hang out. Open Mike on Thursday evenings and Live music every Friday and Saturday night and some Sundays.

WINERIES & EVENTS SPRING CREEK WINE CELLAR  Open Thursday - Sundays Apr - Oct  Noon - 6:00pm Nov - March  11:00am – 5:00pm 3628 Baker Mountain Road Pamplin City This winery is the closest winery to The Cheyenne. A family-owned and operated farm winery specializing in dry wines. (434) 248-6981   REBEC VINEYARDS 2229 N. Amherst Hwy. Amherst, VA, 24533 Winter hours  10am - 5pm Regular  tours and tastings are free.  Enjoy the new deck overlooking our vineyards or bring a blanket and picnic under trees.  (434) 946-5168     LAZY DAYS WINERY 30 Minutes from The Cheyenne 1351 N. Amherst Hwy Amherst VA Wednesday - Sunday 11:00am - 5:00pm Regular  tours and tastings are free.  Bring a blanket and picnic under trees.  (434) 381-6088 SUMMER SOLSTICE FESTIVAL Lazy Day Winery 30 Minutes from The Cheyenne 1351 N. Amherst Hwy Amherst VA June 21 & 22, 2014 Celebrate local wines, live music, great festival food, arts and crafts, and local growers. Free petting zoo for the kids and antique car show. Winetaster $15 advanced or general public $5 advanced.  Add $5.00 at door.  434-381-6088                         Add your content here

HORSE EVENTS   HORSE BACK RIDING & CLINICS REBA FARM / SADDLE SOAR EQUITAINMENT 1818 Owl Town Road Bedford, VA Trailrides Year-round Moonlite Trail Rides:    CLINIC AND INSTRUCTIONAL RIDE:  This is a must for every horse lover and  for those with a desire to learn about horses! These clinics will cover "Common Sense Communication With A Horse" to "Reining -- Follow thru with your command!" Clinic is free and trail ride after the clinic for just $35.    MOONLIGHT ADULT TRAIL RIDES:  @ 42 per person with complimentary refreshments and a bonfire following the ride.  7:00  Sat Oct 19, Sat Nov 16  RESERVATIONS ARE A MUST! (540) 586-1906   HORSE BARRELL RACING CLAYTON BRYANT HORSE ARENA February - November 2013 All Exhibitions start at 10:00 am and all shows start at 2:00pm State Rte. 26 Appomattox, VA   The Clayton Bryant Horse Arena, home of Hot Shot Rey, will be hosting a series of Barrell Racing Events throughout 2013. 434-660-1915 www.claytonbryantbarrelhorses.com/     THURSDAY NIGHT RIDING CLAYTON BRYANT HORSE ARENA State Rte. 26 Appomattox, VA   Thursday Nights Throughout  The Year The Clayton Bryant Horse Arena, will be hosting Thursday Night Rides, which is an Open Arena for Riders to practice beginning at 5:00pm to 10:00pm.  Cost is $10 per horse.   434-660-1915  www.claytonbryantbarrelhorses.com/ VIRGINIA HORSE CENTER - CLICK HERE TO FIND EVENTS Add your content here

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