EVENTS
Thursday, October
16
The Heart 2 Heart
Club at Alisal Cellars from 7 - 10 p.m., interesting people, good conversation,
a glass of wine, and live light jazz, 21 or older. 448 Alisal Road, 686-4329.
Friday, October 17
Enjoy live music at Alisal Cellars, 9 p.m.,
fine wines, a large selection of imported beers, and good food available all
evening. 448 Alisal Road, 686-4329
Saturday, October
18
Los Olivos Day In
the Country, a good, old fashioned celebration in this beautiful artists
community. There will be plenty of entertainment, food and crafts — come
join the fun! 688-1222. Also, Wildling Art Museum’s “Zoo to You” will bring 4
to 5 live, North American animals into the garden, 2 - 3 p.m. Free admission,
www.wildlingmuseum.org.
Cachuma Lake Nature
Center, 11 a.m. - noon. Creepy Creatures: with bats, owls, skulls, bones
(spiders and snakes,) popcorn and punch for kids of all ages. 693-0691.
Roy Schmeck and the
Schmeck-Tones will be performing at the Maverick Saloon 9 to 12 p.m. for a CD
release party. Stop by to see us play if you can.
The Santa Ynez Film
Group in collaboration with W.E. Watch, present one of the most important
environmental films of the year. FLOW: For Love Of Water, a new film by Irena
Salina, highlights the local implications of an emerging global catastrophe,
the lack of water and the privatization of water. 6:45 p.m. at the Grande in
Los Olivos, $5 donation.
Sunday, October 19
Huber Vineyards wine
tasting from 1 - 4 p.m., 4892 Hapgood Rd, Lompoc, benefits SYV Humane Society,
$25, tickets 688-8224/688-1519, or available for purchase at the shelter in
Buellton.
Dinner &
performance at Solvang’s Frederik’s Court. 5.30 p.m. SYV Perfoming Arts Company
will present dance styles and music to honor Ms. Becket’s legacy, The Amargosa
Museum at Death Valley Junction. $75 pp. Call promptly 688-8494, limited
seating.
Monday, October 20
Monday Night
football at Alisal Cellars
Football, beer, hot dogs, nachos, 6:00 - 9 p.m. 21 years or older. 448 Alisal Road,
686-4329.
Wednesday, October
22
Grab your shoes for
Walking Wednesdays, September 17 - November 19, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., meet at
Parks and Recreation office in Solvang, free, 688-7529.
Thursday, October
23
Los Olivos Wine
Merchant & Cafe’s “Understanding your Palate,” pinot noir from Santa Maria
Valley Tasing Journey, 5 p.m. $15 pp ($5 discount for wine club members.)
New Frontiers
Natural Marketplace will be holding free event, inviting everyone to join in
the fun. Sustainable Ways, 12 to 3
p.m.
Saturday, October
25
Animal Rescue Team
Dinner Fundraiser, 5:30 - 10 p.m, at Grappolo, silent auction and wine tasting
from 5:30 - 7 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m., dessert, then live auction with John
Palminteri, $100 pp.
Real Men Cook
fundraiser from 6 - 10 p.m. at Flag Is Up Farms, $55 tickets available at the
Book Loft amd Arts Outreach office in Los Olivos, $60 tickets at the door,
688-9533.
Live band at Alisal
Cellars. The music starts at 9 p.m.
There will be fine wines, a large selection of imported beers, and good
food available all evening. 448
Alisal Road, 86-4329.
Thursday, October
30
New Frontiers will
host its Harvest Tasting from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information on these
or any other events at New Frontiers, contact Derryberry at 693-1746, or e-mail
her at adnf99@yahoo.com.
Friday, October 31
HALLOWEEN PARTY!
Pumpkins, costumes, bubbles and fog...it’s all just around the corner!
Holiday-themed games, music, dances, story-telling, and more promise an
afternoon of spirited fun! Costumes are optional, but highly encouraged. The
staff will be donning their very best! 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Siblings and
non-members are welcome to attend. And don’t forget to invite your friends!
Bring a friend the party, and if the friend signs up, you’ll receive $20 off
your next enrollment. Valley Baby Gym, 1984 Old Mission Drive, 693,9820.
Wandering Dog Wine
Bar’s Demons & Divas Halloween Bash, 6:30 - 9 p.m., $30 pp, 1539 C Mission
Dr., Solvang, dinner and wine tasting included, www.wanderingdogwinebar.com.
(805) 686-9126.
Saturday, November
1
Kids’ Old Fashioned
Fishing Day, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the swimming pool at Cachuma Lake. Ages 5 to 15 years are invited to fish
for rainbow trout using bamboo poles, bobbers and bait, equipment provided and
they may keep their catch for dinner!
693-0691.
Halloween at Alisal
Cellars! Join us for the 5th
annual Halloween Party at the spookiest place in the valley. There will be dancing and a contest for
the best costume. Starts at 9
p.m. 448 Alisal Road, 686-4329.
Wednesday,
November 5
Los Olivos Wine
Merchant & Cafe’s “Evening with the Winemaker,” Bridlewood Winery, 5 p.m.
$15 pp ($5 discount for wine club members.)
Friday, November 7
The Sedgwick
Reserve, the “crown jewel of the University of California Natural Reserve
System,” is located on 6,000 acres in Santa Ynez. The Reserve has announced its
2008-2009 volunteer training programs. Volunteer training begins November 7 and
continues through April. To take advantage of this program, call 686-1941,
extension 4, to reserve a space for the training or to obtain a volunteer
application.
Thursday, November
20
Los Olivos Wine
Merchant & Cafe’s “Understanding your Palate,” pinot noir & chardonnay
from Santa Rita Hills Tasting Journey, 5 p.m. $15 pp ($5 discount for wine club
members.)
Sunday, November
23
UCSB Chamber Choir
at 7:15 p.m., Mission Santa Inés, (805) 893-3230, www.music.ucsb.edu.
Wednesday,
December 3
Los Olivos Wine
Merchant & Cafe’s “Evening with the Winemaker,” River Bench Winery, 5 p.m.
$15 pp ($5 discount for wine club members.)
Thursday, December
18
Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Cafe’s “Understanding your Palate,”
cabernet sauvignons Tasting Journey, 5 p.m. $15 pp ($5 discount for wine club
members.)
ONGOING EVENTS
Cachuma
Lake Wildlife Cruises, “Osprey” or
“Eagle Cruise.” Cachuma Lake Marina 30 min. before departure. $15 adults, $7
kids (12 & under). $8 Park admission per vehicle. 686-5050 or 686-5055,
www.cachuma.com.
Solvang
Carriage & Livery carriage rides, pick up on Alisal across from windmill,
(805) 651-6130.
Global
Gardens Organic Food Tasting, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Los Olivos. $3 pp, Mon - Sun,
693-1600.
Mondays
SYV
Postpartum Education for Parents meeting, Bethania Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Solvang, Fireside Room, (805) 564-3888. 10 a.m. - noon.
Tuesdays
Solvang
Rotary Club, Royal Scandinavian Inn, 7:15 a.m., www.solvangrotary.com.
First
Tuesday of every month, Los Olivos Wine Merchant Cafe, Wine & Art, 5 - 7 p.m.
Soul
Group Gathering, Jivamukti Center, 6:30 p.m., 688-7079,
www.jivamukticenter.com.
Wednesdays
Kids,
come check out the Awana Clubs at Trinity Baptist Church for games, Bible
lessons and fun! 6:46 - 8:15 p.m., K-2 and 3-6 grades, 1693 Laurel Ave., Solvang,
688-8750, www.trinitysyv.net.
Farmers
Market Certified Organic. First Street and Copenhagen, 2:30 - 6 p.m. Fresh
fruits, vegetables, flowers, herbs & more, 688-0701.
Los
Olivos Wine Merchant & Cafe’s “Tailor to your Taste,” 5 - 7 p.m., Choose from
5 wines and hours d’oeuvres, $15pp.
SYV
Rotary Club meets at Royal Scandinavian Inn, 12:15 p.m.,
www.santaynezvalleyrotary.org.
Thursdays
“Cat In the Hat” stories at Valley Books, 9:30 a.m., 1582 Mission Drive,
Solvang. All ages welcome, free
cup of coffee for parents.
688-7160
Fess
Parker’s Wine Country Inn sing-along. Accompanied by pianist Bill Powell, 8:30
- 10:30 p.m., Lobby Lounge. No cover charge. 2860 Grand Ave., Los Olivos,
688-7788.
Los
Olivos Rotary Club meets, Los Olivos Grange, 5:30 p.m. 688-0658.
Valley
Wind Ensemble rehearsal, 7 p.m., SYV High School Music Room, 686-4489.
Buellton
Rotary Club meets, Marriott Hotel, Buellton, noon. 688-1000.
Fridays
First
Friday of every month - Non-denominational, candlelit Taize prayer/chant
service. Come be soothed and comforted in a haven of peace and tranquility. Old
Mission Santa Inés, 7 - 8 p.m. The door is always open.
Live Music at Don Jose’s Cantina, Dave & Matty, “The VineYard Byrds,” 9 p.m.,
435 Alisal Road.
Saturdays
Cachuma
Lake Nature Walk & Junior Ranger Program: one-mile walk, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Junior Park Rangers Program (ages 3-12) 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Kids under 10 must be
with an adult. Learn about wildlife, caring for the environment, & earn a
badge. 688-4515, www.cachuma.com.
Live Music at Don Jose’s Cantina, Dave & Matty, “The VineYard Byrds,” 9 p.m.,
435 Alisal Road.
Woodworking
Class - Decorative box making, veneering, inlay, parquetry, traditional wood
finishing, 9 a.m. Edward Jorgensen, Master Cabinetmaker. (805) 686-2070 days.
Live
music and desserts, 7 - 8:30 p.m., Valley Books, 1582 Mission Drive,
Solvang. Join us for an evening of
“Beats & Treats,” 688-7160.
Sundays
Music
in the garden at Bon Bon’s in Los Olivos, 1 - 4 p.m., bring the family and a
picnic basket.
WEEKEND EVENTS
November 9, 10,
11, 12
Four days and three nights in sunny Laughlin. Lodging is at the beautiful, newly refurbished Aquarius
Casino and Resort. Departure at
the Veteran’s Hall on Sunday November 9 at 7 a.m. and return November 12 at
7p.m. Call today to reserve your
room. $215 double and $235
single. Must pre-register with Solvang Parks and Recreation. Please call the department at 688-7529.
EXHIBITS
Wildling Art Museum
www.wildlingmuseum.org, 688-1082
Fall exhibition ~
“Nocturnes”
September
21 - November 16
Wednesday - Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Artiste Santa Ynez
www.artiste.com, 686-2626
Adventures in the
South of France
Paintings by James Paul Brown
Opening
Celebration Saturday, September 20
1 - 4 p.m., live music, wine and
cheese tasting.
Los Olivos Gallery
www.gallerylosolivos, 688-7517
Under the
California Sun by Mirella Zunica
October 1 – 31
OUT-OF-TOWN EVENTS
October 22, 2008
“Nonprofit Financial
Management” seminar. will focus on Nonprofit and Endowment Financial Management
with concentration on the new IRS form 990. Guests will have the opportunity to
ask questions of the panel members that are specific to their organizations. 5
p.m. at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta Del Sol, Santa
Barbara, (805) 690-3840.
November 10, 2008
Linda Ronstadt &
Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano to perform Canciones de mi Padre/ Songs of
My Father, 8 p.m. at the Arlington Theatre, tickets $55, $45, $30/general
public $19/ UCSB students. (805) 893-3535, (805) 963-4408,
www.artsandlecutures.edu.
January 9-11, 2009
NEW WORKS: Santa Barbara Choreographers at Center Stage Theater, 8 p.m.,
$25 General / $22 SBDA Member / $20 student and senior, selected local
choreographers premier their latest work. Opening night we present our 12th
Lifetime Achievement Award.