Be part of history as the 2025 Virginia Derby at Colonial Downs on Saturday, March 15, 2025 will be a prep race for the 151st Kentucky Derby!

• Post time 12 PM, Gates open at 10:30 AM

• General admission is $5/ ticket and includes a VA Derby collector’s item

• Promotions: Military Color Guard and Music Acts

Must be 18 or older to wager.

Gather the gang and get competitive to celebrate the start of the weekend! Enjoy your favorite TBC beer or New Kent wine while you bestow your knowledge and dominate the competition. Winners get bragging rights with great prizes for first, second, and third place!

Make sure to RSVP. You can now simply text your name, email, Trivia team name, and number of teammates to 804-922-7414. Cheers!

Join local artist, Lindsey, on Sunday, February 16th, from 11:30-1:30pm in the Barrel Hall of Jolene Family Winery. She will guide you in painting a festive painting step-by-step in this beginner-friendly class. The design will be pre-drawn onto the canvas.  Doors open at 11:15 am at which time you can get comfortably seated and grab a drink! Painting will begin at 11:30.

All materials are provided, including: paints, canvases, and brushes.

Enjoy a $5 glass of wine with your workshop — or a complimentary glass included for each Wine Club Member!

Get ready to dance with us as Salsa Night returns to New Kent Winery, this time hosted at our nearby Vineyard Estate located at 6800 New Kent Highway, New Kent VA! Salsa Connection Dance Company is back to teach you the moves and DJ KevLar will keep the music playing all evening!

Multiple instructors from Salsa Connection Dance Company will come out to instruct our guests on the proper salsa moves and form. Following the instruction, you will have the chance to dance your heart out and enjoy great wine and beer, along with great food! All visitors will be able to get in on the fun and take part in the instruction or just sit back and enjoy the show. Guests must be 18 or older to attend and 21 or older to enjoy the wine and beer. You will not need to bring a physical ticket to this event. However, you will need to be able to show your confirmation email as well as an ID. We look forward to seeing you!

Join us February 15th as we celebrate Valentine’s Day at Saudé Creek Vineyards with a four-course plated dinner prepared by Williamsburg Concessions & Catering! Enjoy appetizers and a menu where every course pairs with Saudé Creek wine. Romance and relax with soothing live music.

$95/guest

Menu:

Passed Appetizers paired with Pamunkey Fall:
Antipasto Skewers
Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Salad Course paired with Vidal Blanc:
Fresh greens topped with juicy oranges, shaved parmesan, and toasted hazelnuts, with champagne vinaigrette

Entrée Course (Choice of one) paired with Tannat:
Herb Marinated, Roasted New York Strip Loin Medallions, topped with a Savory Red Wine Jus
Horseradish, White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
Roasted Broccolini
OR
Cauliflowers Steaks with Sundried Tomato and Artichoke Heart Tapenade
Horseradish, White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
Roasted Broccolini

Dessert Course paired with Sweet Rebellion:
Chocolate Tuxedo "Bombs" with Raspberry Coulis

Please note:
- Reservations are required. Attendees must be 21+ years of age to attend and show their ID at entry.
- Tables of six are necessary to accommodate the demand, and that requires guests coming in minimal groups of six or couples being willing to be seated with strangers. We cannot seat only two at a table.
- This event will be taking place in our event venue, Arris Hall.
- No Refunds will be given.
- Tickets are available until February 2, 2025 unless sold out.

Grab your Gals and Celebrate Friendship while getting Crafty at Jolene Winery!

Learn to use UV Resin and create multiple pieces!

Participants will choose 6 bezels/shapes. Create 3 pairs of earrings, 6 necklace pendants, two sets of each, or some key chains. Choose from a variety of shapes, finishes, dried pressed flowers, and greenery. Each piece will be unique! (chains not included).

Tickets sold on Paint ‘N Play Website.

Grab your Gals and Celebrate Friendship while getting Crafty at Jolene Winery!

Learn to use UV Resin and create multiple pieces!

Participants will choose 6 bezels/shapes. Create 3 pairs of earrings, 6 necklace pendants, two sets of each, or some key chains. Choose from a variety of shapes, finishes, dried pressed flowers, and greenery. Each piece will be unique! (chains not included).

Tickets sold on Paint ‘N Play Website.

Valentine’s Succulent Heart Planter Workshop
Celebrate love and creativity with our special Valentine’s workshop! Craft a stunning heart-shaped planter arrangement, perfect for your home or as a unique gift.

Your handmade heart-shaped planter box, crafted from reclaimed barn wood, will be the perfect base for your exotic succulent arrangement. Guided by an expert instructor, you’ll learn to select colorful succulents and customize your design with decorative touches like moss and polished stones.

The workshop concludes with personalized tips and tricks to keep your succulents healthy and thriving for seasons to come.

Please Note: Rusted Rabbitt does not include wine, beer, or beverages with your ticket. Food and drink purchases are the responsibility of attendees.

Step Back in Time with Our Culinary Heritage Demo by Jolly’s Mill Pond’s Culinary Director, Justin Diaz.

Join us in Gauthier Vineyard’s Wine Library for a unique educational experience. It explores the Black and Indigenous culinary history of Jolly’s Mill Pond and our foodway.

The Taste History demo includes:

• The history of Johnny Cakes, a cornmeal pancake originally created by Native Americans

• Fresh 19th Century cheesemaking, and

• A glass of one of Gauthier’s heritage Virginian Wines

$75 Per person

Join us at Jolene Family Winery for Singo Bingo (Musical Bingo) with Ball of Fire Entertainment!

This event is FREE, but seating fills up fast. You must rsvp by emailing events@jolenefamilywinery.com (tables seat up to 8 players).

See you there for some fun!

Join AR Workshop at Jolene Family Winery for our Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop®! In this workshop, we will guide you step-by-step through the hand-knitting process to create a super cozy, one-of-a-kind blanket. No needles or knitting experience are required!

The registration fee is $89.00 and includes all materials and instruction. You will receive enough chunky chenille yarn to make an approximately 40" x 50" blanket. This is an advanced project and is intended for guests aged 15 and up.

PLEASE NOTE: You will be able to choose your yarn colors when you arrive for your workshop.

Meat and Veggie Lasagna with sides and dessert, plus your favorite Gauthier wines available for purchase with dinner.

$60 per person

Join AR Workshop at Saude Creek Vineyards for our Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop®! In this workshop, we will guide you step-by-step through the hand knitting process to create a super cozy, one-of-a-kind blanket. The blanket requires no needles or knitting experience! The registration fee is $99.00 and includes all materials and instruction. You will receive enough chunky chenille yarn to make an (approximately) 40" x 50" blanket.

This is an advanced project and intended for guests aged 15 and up. PLEASE NOTE: You will be able to choose your yarn colors when you arrive for your workshop.

Join us at the winery by the lake for TRIVIA NIGHT!

Game night doesn’t have to be at home anymore! If you need a fun team building activity, bring the office. Need an excuse for a girls’ or guys’ night out? Join us for wine and good times!

Any team of 8 or less is welcome to join. This event is FREE. Reserve your spot beforehand by emailing us at events@jolenefamilywinery.com with your team name and size. SPACE IS LIMITED!

See you there!