SWEET BRIAR COLLEGE FINE ARTS GALLERY
See noteworthy traveling exhibitions, innovative student works, and pieces from the
college’s extensive collection. For more information, visit www.sbc.edu
REBEC VINEYARD
Commanding an expansive view of the Blue Ridge Mountains and located on the
historic farm, Mountain View, listed both on the National Register of Historic Places and
As a Virginia Landmark. Rebec is a working vineyard with on-premises shop offering
tastings, gifts, and a full selection of the vineyards’ wines.
Located at 2229 N. Amherst Highway (5 miles north of Amherst).
Call 434-946-5168 or visit www.rebecwinery.com
LAZY DAYS VINEYARD
Located at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Lazy Days Vineyard & Winery
offers a broad spectacular view of the natural beauty of Virginia. Close to both
Charlottesville and Lynchburg, it’s easy to reach Lazy Days and enjoy their Virginia
Wines. Call 434- 381-6088 or visit www.lazydayswinery.com
MORRIS ORCHARD
Enjoy the splendor of the orchard in bloom in the spring; come for
The peaches and blueberries in the summer; and enjoy picking your own
apples off the tree in the fall. There is also a gift shop and petting zoo!
[closed January – March]
Located at 226 Tobacco Row Lane. Call 434-929-2401
AMHERST COUNTY
RECREATION & PARKS
DEPARTMENT
214 Second Street
PO Box 556
Amherst, VA 24521
Office Hours: Mondays – Fridays
8:30AM – 5PM
Office Number (434) 946-9371
FAX Number (434) 946-9370
E-Mail slchristian@countyofamherst.com
Web Site: www.countyofamherst.com
Sara Lu Christian Parks & Recreation Director
Alan Bumgarner Recreation Specialist
Brenda C. Toney Senior Office Associate
Amherst County Parks, Recreation &
Cultural Development Board Members
District 1: Gary Evans (434)946-2109
District 2: Roni Tuggle (434)946-2516
District 3: Heather Follett (434)841-4032
District 4: JoJo Allcock (434)929-4029
District 5: John Mann (434)929-1508
The Amherst County Parks, Recreation and Cultural Development Board (ACPRCD
Board) meets the second Monday of each month at 6:45PM in the Amherst County
Administration Building to review budget, activities, and discuss the future of leisure
services in Amherst County. These meetings are open to the public. Individuals and
groups are welcome and encouraged to bring matters concerning recreation and parks in
the county to these meetings. In order to get on the agenda, please call the Recreation
Department at least three weeks prior to a scheduled meeting date.
**REGISTRATION INFORMATION**
REGISTRATION: Unless otherwise noted, pre-registration is necessary and will be
done on a first-come-first serve basis. Registration for classes may be done by
telephone, e-mail, or coming by the Recreation office. Registration for sports leagues
must be done in person.
FEES: Unless specified, all fees must be paid prior to the day of the activity. Make
checks payable to the Amherst County Recreation Department. Your payment will
confirm your registration.
LATE CHARGE: A late fee will be charged for registrations accepted after a
specified registration deadline.
REFUNDS: You may request a refund provided you give a 24 hour notice prior to the
activity beginning. Refunds are also given when insufficient enrollment cancels the
activity.
CANCELLATIONS: The Amherst County Recreation Department reserves the
right to cancel a program due to insufficient registration or to make late changes. All
registrants will be notified of these changes.
INCLEMENT WEATHER & POSTPONEMENTS: All class/activities are
cancelled for the day when schools are closed due to inclement weather. In the event
schools close early, the Recreation Department will make a decision for that program for
the evening. Announcements will be made on the Recreation Department’s voice mail.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, DRUGS & SMOKING: are strictly
prohibited at the recreation programs and on county grounds.
For further information, call the Amherst County Recreation Department at
434-946-9371 between the hours of 8:30AM and 5PM, Mondays – Fridays.
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The County of Amherst complies with the American with Disabilities Act for qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodations are necessary for any of the programs offered in this brochure, please call the Recreation Department. TDD for hearing impaired @ 434-946-9335. |
