Looking for something interesting to do on Saturday? New River Winery, located at the Old Lansing School, invites you to visit the patio bar for wine tastings and tours of the winery.  Enjoy a glass of wine and take in a bit of local history and culture. Taste the variety of local wines available from New River and select your favorite wine for a gift or special occasion. The bar is open on Saturday’s from 1pm until 6pm (weather permitting). You can also taste and enjoy New River wines at Bohemia Gallery located downtown West Jefferson open Monday through Saturday.

On August 24, 2007 at 5:00 p.m., city and county officials and more than 50 guests attended the second Ribbon Cutting for New River Wineries (NRW) at the old Lansing School.  The Ribbon Cutting celebration was sponsored by the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce and coordinated by Beth Dixon, Executive Director.  Ms. Dixon introduced Haskell McGuire, President of NRW, who emceed the event. Read the rest of this entry »