A sincere thank you to everyone who attended the Ice Wine Festival and visited our GRC Ice Haus. Your support made this year truly exceptional, and we were delighted to share our passion for this unique wine experience with you. We are already looking forward to next year and have some exciting ideas in store. Be sure to scroll to the bottom of this newsletter for our Ice Wine French Onion Mac & Cheese recipe.

As we move from the chill of winter into the excitement of spring, we are thrilled to kick off the season with our Bunny Hop Trail. We’re also pleased to bring back two guest favorites: our Edible Cookie Dough & Wine Flight and the Mac & Cheese Flight. Chef Kelly and Becca have truly outdone themselves this year with an elevated and creative Mac Flight experience. In addition, we have a full lineup of engaging classes throughout the month, culminating with our Psychic Faire.

Alongside our award-winning wines and craft beers, be sure to explore the vibrant craft cocktails created by the team of Marie and Ashley. Their creations are not only inventive but beautifully colorful—perfect for welcoming the spring season.

We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Warm regards,

Cindy

Now Available

MAC N CHEESE FLIGHT

Tuscan Styler - Jalapeño & Bacon - Broccoli & Cheddar - Loaded Mac

Sea Turtle Acrylic Pour

Ohio Art Class

Sunday, April 12th 1 pm

We invite you to join your artist Cory of Grass Root Designs to bring to life your own Sea Turtle cutout with the use of acrylic pouring techniques!

Your artist Cory of Grass Root Designs will be guiding a fun filled acrylic painting workshop where you will get to learn the basics of acrylic pouring as you tilt and turn your own wooden Sea Turtle cut-out to achieve a beautiful ocean look.

We will also be using the paint brush for getting textures to achieve the look of sand.

Your ticket includes all materials, step by step instructions, and your first drink from the winery. Food will be available for purchase so come hungry!

Brushes & Lushes Art Class

Thursday, April 9th 6 pm

Join Delinda Mariani from Stella Art Gallery in Willoughby to learn a little about beach glass and make a beach glass art piece. You will be provided with all the materials needed to create your very own artwork, or participants may bring in their own beach glass for the class or even just for show and tell. This class’s art will be created in a frame. The fee is 30$ per person or $25 for children and young adults (12-20) OR for non-wine drinkers.

Beach Glass Art Class

April 16th 6 pm

Join us for a creative and relaxing experience at the Beach Glass Art Class. This workshop is perfect for both beginners and seasoned artists looking to explore the unique medium of beach glass art. Enhance your artistic skills while enjoying the serene ambiance of the winery. Immerse yourself in the creative process as you learn to transform beautiful pieces of beach glass into stunning works of art.

To complement your artistic journey, indulge in a delightful selection of wines available at the venue. Whether you’re looking to unwind with a glass of wine or explore their exquisite offerings, Grand River Cellars provides the perfect setting for a memorable experience.

Don’t miss this opportunity to combine creativity, relaxation, and fine wine in a unique artistic adventure. Gather your friends or come solo and meet new like-minded art enthusiasts!

Gartman Model Bakery

Cake Decorating Class

Sunday, April 19th 1pm

Join us in person to learn fun, easy cake decorating tricks perfect for spring vibes and beginners!

Spring Blooms for Beginners Cake Decorating Workshop

Celebrate the beauty of spring with a sweet and creative experience at Grand River Cellars! Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly cake decorating workshop where soft florals, pastel colors, and buttercream blooms take center stage.

In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to stack, fill, frost, and decorate your very own two-layer 7" cake, featuring beautiful spring-inspired designs perfect for any seasonal celebration.

Your instructor, Brittany, head decorator at Gartman Model Bakery, will guide you step-by-step through the decorating process. Growing up in a family bakery, Brittany brings years of experience—and a passion for teaching beginners—to every class.

✨ What’s Included:

• All cake decorating tools and supplies

• Step-by-step guided instruction

• Your own fully decorated cake to take home

• A relaxed, welcoming, and creative atmosphere

✨ Perfect For:

• Beginners (no experience needed!)

• A girls’ day out or date afternoon

• Wine lovers looking for a fun experience

• Anyone ready to try something new and leave with a beautiful cake

Arrive early to enjoy a glass of wine and take in the cozy charm of the winery before we begin. Then settle in for an afternoon of creativity, laughter, and buttercream blooms 🌸

Spots are limited—reserve your seat today and let your creativity blossom!

Pressed Flower Mirror

Ohio Art Class

Sunday, April 26th 1 pm

Join your artist Cory from Grass Root Designs to craft up your own adorable floral mirror with the use of acrylic paints and real pressed flowers and ferns!

You will begin on your own 13″ wooden mirror/frame which you will start off painting to the color of your choice!

The center is a glass 8″ mirror.

Play with color and design as you arrange your own unique frame using our array of colorful flowers.

Your first drink is included in the event.

Food available during and after the event for purchase.

At our hat bar party, you will first choose a felt flat brim hat, all adjustable in size. Then pick out your hat band, often layered to add an element of design. We have all colors, sizes and textures to choose from. Then choose accessories to add some flair (feathers, pins, burnt playing cards, etc)! We can hand stitch some embellishments. Finally choose designs to custom burn into the hat, the top and bottom of brim and hat itself can all be burnt! Choose from a catalog of designs, sayings, or even bring your own design idea! You are welcome to do as much or as little of assembling the hat. Some people like to give it a try while others enjoy picking the pieces and having us put it all together. Not a hat wearer? They also make a great wall decoration or customized gift (baby name in nursery, bride to be).

$46 per person

Take 2 weekends (Fridays and Saturdays, and in some cases Sundays) to travel this self-driving tour along the Vines & Wines Trail in Northeast Ohio. At each participating winery, you will receive complimentary appetizers and samples of wines. You will pick up your flower basket and ticket at your first stop. At each winery you visit, you will receive a flowering plant for your garden.

Purchase Tickets Here!

APRIL MUSIC SCHEDULE

Thurs, April 2nd - Jesse Briggs

Fri, April 3rd - H2O Band

Sat, April 4th - Eric Andrews

Sun, April 5th -Closed-Happy Easter!

Thurs, April 9th - Jesse Briggs

Fri, April 10th - Huffman Acoustic

Sat, April 11th - Mark Morris

Sun, April 12th - Blues DeVille

Thurs, April 16th - Jesse Briggs

Fri, April 17th - Thunder Creek

Sat, April 18th - Erika Kuhn

Sun, April 19th - Stan Miller

Thurs, April 23rd - Jesse Briggs

Fri, April 24th - Rob Covert

Sat, April 25th - John Gall

Sun, April 26th - Nia Covington

Thurs, April 30th - Jesse Briggs

Fri, May 1st - H2O Band

Sat, May 2nd - Jimmy Mrozek (1-4)

Kevin Wilson (6:30-9:30)

Sun, May 3rd - Mark Morris

Music plays: Thursday 6-8; Fridays & Saturdays (1-4 beginning in May) 6:30-9:30; Sundays 4-7.

Grand River Cellars

5750 Madison Rd. (route 528) Madison, OH 44057 440-298-9838

www.grandrivercellars.com

HOURS:

Monday & Tuesday: Noon-6

Wednesday & Sunday: Noon-8

Thursday: Noon-9

Friday & Saturday: Noon-10

RESERVATIONS ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. WE WILL ONLY HOLD YOUR RESERVATION FOR 15 MINUTES AFTER YOUR SCHEDULED ARRIVAL TIME.

Bar & Kitchen service closes 30 minutes prior to closing.

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