Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company will be celebrating the Fourth of July with local Bluegrass legends Richard Hefner and the Black Mountain Bluegrass Boys from 5 to 7 p.m. in Maxwelton on Friday, July 4. There is no cost to attend.
Richard Hefner and Black Mountain Bluegrass Boys are led by Mill Point, WV, native Richard Hefner. This West Virginia bluegrass ensemble is celebrating its enduring legacy of over 50 years.
Richard Hefner, the seasoned bandleader and cherished local talent, has orchestrated a remarkable and diverse lineup for the group’s appearance. Embracing the rhythmic pulse on the bass guitar is Hefner’s fellow Mill Point resident, Joanna Burt-Kinderman, while the esteemed West Virginian music ambassador, Dave Bing, will infuse his mastery on both fiddle and guitar. Additionally, the gifted Danny Arthur will contribute his guitar prowess to enhance the ensemble’s sonic tapestry.
Food will be available from The Hangar (pub-style food) and Aunt Beckie’s Kitchen (salads/cold options).
The next day, Saturday, July 5, GVBC will be hosting a 5th of July Music Festival from 1 to 10 p.m., celebrating the music of the Grateful Dead with a day of live performances, craft beer releases, food trucks, local vendors and a community fundraiser.
Admission will cost $10 at the door, while designated drivers and anyone younger than 18 will be admitted free of charge. The family-friendly event is open to all ages and will take place at the brewery’s taproom and courtyard.
The music lineup will feature Whiskey & Wine performing acoustic music from 1 to 3 p.m.; Althea Later, a jamband, from 3 to 5 p.m.; The Dead Beavers, a jamgrass group, from 5 to 7 p.m.; The String Chiefs with their “Playing Dead” jamgrass set from 7 to 9 p.m.; and Greybeard & Friends spinning a vinyl Grateful Dead DJ set from 9 p.m. until close.
Food will be available from The Hangar of Maxwelton, which serves pub fare; Kitchen 304 of Lewisburg, which offers American cuisine; The Taco Spot of Fayetteville, which will serve Mexican dishes; and LolliPops Cool Treats of Hinton, which will sell ice cream and shaved ice. Additional vendors will include Tye Dyed Tarantula clothing, Micks Media Jewelry, Gary Vermillion Artistry, Mike’s Munchies candy, Fly Fishing Classic gear, Vessel Glassware home goods and Star of the Sea jewelry, with more expected.
GVBC will re-release two popular summer beers for the festival: its tart GVBC Sour and the Dreamsicle Sour inspired by an orange creamsicle. Smooth Ambler’s Whiskey Wagon will be stationed in the courtyard, and the main bar will offer a special-batch cocktail created for the occasion.
Throughout the day the brewery will conduct a 50/50 raffle to benefit Spa City Soccer and Basketball Recreational Sports in White Sulphur Springs. The winning ticket will be drawn at 7 p.m. Guests may also contribute by scanning QR codes posted around the venue or by placing cash in donation boxes near the stage.
More details are available on the “5th of July Music Festival” page on Facebook.
