A crisp fall afternoon with friends, oysters right off of the grill, a traditional southern barbecue lunch with all of the sides, plus cornbread and dessert, Ballad beer, Virginia wine and specialty cocktails on the rolling lawn of Battersea. There will be classic British cars to see, live music and tours of the 251-year-old house. Sit under the huge trees on your blanket or bring lawn chairs. It is an American Evolution Customs, Culture and Cuisine event. Tickets at Eventbrite or batterseafound.org. Call 732-9882.

Price: $40.