Sweet Briar College Elston Inn and Conference Center

10/26/2026

🍂 Thank You for Celebrating 125 Years with Us! 🍁

What an incredible weekend at Sweet Briar College as we celebrated our 125th Anniversary! 🎉

We loved welcoming so many wonderful guests to the Elston Inn for this special milestone celebration. We hope you enjoyed the festivities, the beautiful fall weather, and the spectacular colors of the changing leaves across our campus.

We hope everyone had a safe trip home and left with wonderful memories of this historic weekend!

🏡 Thank you for staying with us! We can't wait to welcome you back to the Elston Inn soon!

10/22/2026

🍷🍁 Fall is beautiful at Sweet Briar College!

Stop by the Wailes W**e Shop and enjoy our award-winning Sweet Briar College Farm w**es!

W**e Shop Hours:
🍷 Today: Open until 5 PM
🍷 Friday & Saturday: 12–5 PM
🍷 Sunday: 11 AM–3:30 PM

Come sip, shop, and enjoy the beautiful fall colors! 🍂

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10/21/2026

10/21/2026

🍁🍂 Fall is BEAUTIFUL at Sweet Briar College! 🍷🏡

The leaves are bursting with amazing fall colors, and now is the perfect time for a relaxing getaway!

🍁 Take in the breathtaking fall scenery.

🏡 Stay at the charming Elston Inn.

🍷 Sip award-winning Sweet Briar College Farm W**es at the Wailes W**e Shop.

🍂 Relax, unwind, and enjoy the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains before the holiday rush begins!

Don't miss these gorgeous fall colors! Book your getaway today!

📞 434-381-6207
🌐 https://www.sbc.edu/elston-inn/

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10/19/2026

-🌟 Exploring Careers and Inspiring Futures at World of Opportunities! 🌟

We are excited to be at the World of Opportunities event at Central Virginia Community College (CVCC) in Lynchburg!

Today, we're connecting with students as they explore exciting career paths and discover the many opportunities available for their futures! 🎓✨

We are proud to showcase all the amazing things happening at Sweet Briar College, from hospitality and event management to sustainability, agriculture, and so much more!

👏 A HUGE shout-out to Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance for organizing this incredible event and helping connect students with local businesses, colleges, and career opportunities!

We love inspiring the next generation of leaders and sharing what makes Sweet Briar College such a special place! 💚🌸

10/17/2026

We are excited to be attending the Heart of Nelson Street Festival! We are showcasing Sweet Briar College Farm! Event is happening till 3:00 pm today! Stop by and say hello!

10/16/2026

🍷🍇 It's a Great Weekend to Enjoy Sweet Briar College Farm! 🍯

Stop by the Wailes W**e Shop this weekend to taste and purchase our award-winning Sweet Briar College Farm w**es!

🛍️ W**e Shop Hours:

🍷 Friday (Today): Open until 5 PM

🍷 Saturday: 11 AM–5 PM

🍷 Sunday: 11:30 AM–1:30 PM

🎉 Find Us at the Heart of Nelson Street Festival!

📅 Saturday, October 17

⏰ 10 AM–3 PM

Come by our booth to taste our award-winning w**es and explore our locally produced honey and skincare line! 🍯🌿

We love sharing the story of Sweet Briar College Farm and all the wonderful products grown and produced right here in Virginia!

💚 Shop Local. Sip Local. Support Sweet Briar!

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10/14/2026

🎓👩‍🍳 Sweet Briar College Proudly Hosts Virginia ProStart Bootcamp! 👨‍🍳🌿

We were thrilled to welcome over 65 students and educators for the Virginia ProStart Bootcamp!

Students joined us from:
🏫 Amherst County High School
🏫 Appomattox County High School
🏫 Campbell County Technical Center
🏫 E.C. Glass High School

What an incredible opportunity to showcase all that Sweet Briar College has to offer! From exploring our beautiful campus and Elston Inn to touring our Greenhouse, Vineyards, and Apiary, students experienced firsthand the connections between hospitality, culinary arts, agriculture, and education.

A special THANK YOU to the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Travel Association (VRLTA) for selecting Sweet Briar College to host this exciting event! We truly appreciate the partnership and the opportunity to inspire the next generation of hospitality and culinary professionals.

We loved having everyone on campus and hope to welcome you back again soon! 💗💚

10/13/2026

🎄✨ Make the Elston Inn Your Home for the Holidays! ✨🎄

Visiting family and friends this holiday season? Looking for a peaceful getaway surrounded by the beauty of Sweet Briar College?

🏡 The Elston Inn & Conference Center is ready to welcome you with cozy accommodations, warm hospitality, and a beautiful campus setting!

🎁 Book your holiday stay today!

📞 Call 434-381-6207

🌐 Reserve online: https://www.sbc.edu/elston-inn/

We look forward to welcoming you to Sweet Briar this holiday season! ❤️🎄

10/07/2026

🍷 Celebrate Virginia W**e Month at Sweet Briar! 🍇

October is Virginia W**e Month, and there’s no better time to stop by the Wailes W**e Shop and taste our award-winning Sweet Briar College Farm w**es, grown from our 18-acre vineyard right here on campus.

🍷 Wailes W**e Shop Hours
Friday: Open until 5:00 PM
Saturday: Open until 5:00 PM
Sunday: Open until 3:30 PM

Come taste, find a favorite, and take a bottle (or a few!) home with you!

🍷 You can also taste at Bonfire Burgers & Bourbon or Briar Patch Restaurant in Amherst, or visit William & Henry Steakhouse or Farm Basket in Lynchburg.

Can’t make it to the W**e Shop? Order online:
https://sweetbriarcollegefarm.myshopify.com/

Cheers to Virginia W**e Month and locally grown Virginia w**e! 🍷

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