Special Events at the Ballard Inn and Restaurant
Longoria Winemaker Dinner:
Saturday, April 17th. We are once again excited to announce a Winemaker Dinner at the Ballard Inn Restaurant. Chef Budi Kazali's award winning French Asian cuisine will be paired with a selection of Rick Longoria wines. Seating is very limited. For more information and reservations please call the restaurant: 805-688-7770
Vintner's Festival Weekend:
The annual Santa Barbara County Vintners' Festival Weekend attracts wine lovers from near and far for an opportunity to meet member vintners, taste their wines, and enjoy great food and music over a long spring weekend. www.sbcountywines.com.
St. Mark's-in-the-Valley Third Annual May Faire
Saturday, May 1. From 11:00am to 3:00pm on the grounds of St. Mark’s-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church, 2901 Nojoqui Avenue, downtown Los Olivos. Free admission, fun for the whole family including a May Pole dance, crafts and games for children, bazaar presenting treasures and gifts crafted by local artisans plus a silent auction featuring a Fender Telecaster guitar signed by Jimmy Messina. Live musical performances of Solvang Conservatory Fiddle Group; Foggy Dew Irish Music; Cinder & Kate; and Clarks. Proceeds from the event will benefit a scholarship program and equipment for St. Mark’s Preschool. For more details call 805-688-4454 or 805-688-1815.
Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country Association presents "Picnic at the Lake"
Saturday, May 1. Featuring 14 member wineries with tastings around the lake at Bridlewood Estate Winery, 3555 Roblar Avenue, Santa Ynez. Includes BBQ, carriage rides, and live music. Noon-3pm. $55 per person, includes wine tasting, bountiful buffet lunch and a logo glass. Wineries include: Alexander & Wayne, Arthur Earl, Bridlewood Estate Winery, Buttonwood Farm Winery, Casa Cassara Winery, Daniel Gehrs, Lincourt, Lucas & Lewellen Vineyard, Mandolina, Presidio Winery, Rideau Vineyard, Royal Oak Winery, Scott Cellars, and Sunstone Vineyard & Winery. Call 1-800-563-3183 for reservations and complete info. Must be age 21 years or more to participate.
www.santaynezwinecountry.com
Old Santa Ynez Day
Annual celebration (always the second Saturday in June) where the Old West comes to life as the frontier town of Santa Ynez celebrates its birthday. Classic Parade, food and entertainment. All along Sagunto Street, downtown Santa Ynez. Street vendors including Arts & Crafts, Antiques & Collectibles, Local Products, Foods. Fun for the whole family. Info: Santa Ynez Elks Lodge (805)688-3448
