August 17, 2000|By Crystal Williams
Wine Festival
Sip wine, buy wine, attend wine seminars and cooking demonstrations, visit craft stands, listen to a variety of musical acts and enjoy food this Saturday and Sunday at the 25th annual Virginia Wine Festival. More than 300 wines will be available for sampling and purchase from nearly 60 Virginia wineries. Activities for children include face painting, rides, magic shows, a moonbounce and sing-alongs.
The festival takes place Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Great Meadow Field Events Center, The Plains, Va. Tickets are $13-$16 in advance; $16-$20 at the gate; $5 under 21; free 2 and under. Free parking. Call 800-520-9670.
Party on the Bay
The Kent County town of Rock Hall invites all to come to its Party on the Bay on Saturday at the public bulkhead. The day of family fun includes live music, Eastern Shore food, games for kids, craft booths, educational activities and more.
Party on the Bay runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the public bulkhead in Rock Hall. Free admission and free parking. Call 410-778-5327.