Calendar of Events
Below is a listing of upcomming events. Use the form below to see what events are happening during your stay in Buellton or the Santa Ynez Valley.
| Jun 02 - Sep 06 | June 2nd - Sept 6, 2010 The Wildling Art Museum in Los Olivos
The Wildling Art Museum has hidden 30 special geo-caches around the Santa Ynez Valley. Using your GPS technology, the Wildling invites you to search the Valley in this unique and fun game to support the Museum. Hunt for the 30 marked cans, each containing a unique slip of paper, between June 2 and Sept. 6. Fun for the whole family, spend summer days collecting slips from the different caches and become eligible to enter our cash-prize raffle (18 and older) or drawing for a cuddly "Wildling" fox stuffed animal (17 and under). Each grouping of 10 different slips allows you to either purchase a $5 raffle ticket or enter the drawing. Our jackpot is primed with $50 and the top-winning ticket will receive 10 percent of the growing Cache-Ca$h Jackpot Prize! For more info go to the Wildling Website. Website: http://www.wildlingmuseum.org Email: holly@wildlingmuseum.org Phone: 805-686-8315 |
| Jun 16 - Sep 19 | Wildling Art Museum Exhibit - “The Desert Speaks: The Art of Fernand Lungren”
Open to the public. The exhibition features 23 works from the permanent collection of UCSB, as well as several works from other lenders. 2928 San Marcos Avenue, Los Olivos. Open Wednesday through Sunday, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM. A donation of $3 per adult is suggested. Members are free. Website: http://www.wildlingmuseum.org Phone: 805-688-1082 |
| Jul 10 - Sep 05 | Tidal Transformation exhibit - Elverhoj Museum
Museum gallery is transformed into an ocean-inspired environment. Paintings by Carol Carbine and Blakeney Sanford. Reception for the artists, 4 - 6 pm on July 10th. ON August 22, the Gallery talks with the artists at 3pm.
Museum hours: Wednesday and Thursday 1 to 4 pm. Friday - Sunday, noon to 4pm. Phone: 805-686-1211 |
| Aug 14 - Sep 11 | Basketball League for Youth
Solvang Parks and Recreation and R.A.T.S will hold a 3 x 3 coed basketball league for youth ages 4th - 8th grades. All games are held on Saturdays at the Solvang School gymnasium. Players will sign up as individuals and be placed on teams according to grade and skill level. The league format will consist of warm ups, skills, and games coached by local current/former middle and high school coaches. The fee is $40/player. Please stop by Solvang Parks and Recreation at 411 Second Street to register. Phone: 805-688-7529 |
| Aug 21 - Sep 18 | Basketball League for Youth
Solvang Parks and Recreation and R.A.T.S will hold a 3 x 3 coed basketball league for youth ages 4th - 8th grades. All games are held on Saturdays at the Solvang School gymnasium. Players will sign up as individuals and be placed on teams according to grade and skill level. The league format will consist of warm ups, skills, and games coached by local current/former middle and high school coaches. The fee is $40/player. Please stop by Solvang Parks and Recreation at 411 Second Street to register. Phone: 805-688-7529 |
| Aug 28 - Sep 25 | Basketball League for Youth
Solvang Parks and Recreation and R.A.T.S will hold a 3 x 3 coed basketball league for youth ages 4th - 8th grades. All games are held on Saturdays at the Solvang School gymnasium. Players will sign up as individuals and be placed on teams according to grade and skill level. The league format will consist of warm ups, skills, and games coached by local current/former middle and high school coaches. The fee is $40/player. Please stop by Solvang Parks and Recreation at 411 Second Street to register. Phone: 805-688-7529 |
| Sep 02 | Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruises
Osprey or Eagle cruises. Cachuma Lake Marina 30 min. before departure. $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and under) $8 park admission per vehicle. 805-686-5050 or 805-686-5055 Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-686-5050 |
| Sep 02 | Wandering Dog Wine Bar's Blind Tasting
Wandering Dog Wine Bar's Blind Tasting Tasters will examine each wine for nose, color, mouthfeel and finish and then make an ultimate guess as to the origin, vintage and if you are really good, winery, that each wine is from. $15 pp. Check our Website for each weeks theme. www.wanderingdogwinebar.com Website: http://www.wanderingdogwinebar.com |
| Sep 02 | Buellton Rotary Club meets at Marriott Hotel, Buellton, noon. 688-1000.
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| Sep 03 | Private Tasting in the Barrel Room - Fess Parker Winery
Every Friday & Saturday @ 11:00am & 1:00pm there will be a private tasting in the Barrel Room which will lat for about one hour. It will be a private tour for groups of 8 - 20 people. Larger groups can be accommodated by called first for reservations. Otherwise, have our visitors call themselves for reservations.
There will be 6 wines and they can keep the glass. The cost is $10 per person. Jack Sparo will be conducting the tasting and tours. |
| Sep 03 | Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruises
Osprey or Eagle cruises. Cachuma Lake Marina 30 min. before departure. $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and under) $8 park admission per vehicle. 805-686-5050 or 805-686-5055 Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-686-5050 |
| Sep 03 | Friday Nite Figure Drawing - The C Gallery
Instruction by MFA artist, Ken Doud. Individual, personalized, instruction where and when needed and/or requested. Settle in with a bit of wine. 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Month by month enrollment. $200 month. Should you decide to take 2 classes from the C Gallery simultaneously, there is a deep discount on the 2nd class. The C Gallery, Los Alamos. 344-3807 Website: http://www.thecgallery.com Phone: 805-344-3807 |
| Sep 04 | Art on the Wild Side ( ages 6-12)
The Wildling Art Museum will be offering "Art on the Wild Side" craft classes in the Museum's Education Center most Saturday mornings beginning March 13 through the end of October. Beginning at 10:30 am. Each hour-long class will focus on completing one craft and is geared toward ages 6-12 years. (kids under 6 must be accompanied by an adult). The class is limited to 10 and registration is recommended. The fee for each class is $5 or participants can purchase a punch card of 10 classes for $40.
For more information on the classes and projects please call the Museum at 805-688-1082 Website: http://www.wildlingmuseum.org/ |
| Sep 04 | Woodworking Class
Woodworking Class - Decorative box making, veneering, inlay, parquetry, traditional wood finishing, 9 am. Edward Jorgensen, Master Cabinetmaker. 686-2070 days. Phone: 686-2070 |
| Sep 04 | Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk and Junior Ranger Program Cachuma Lake Nature Walk & Junior Ranger Program: 1-mile walk for all ages on the Oak Canyon Trail from 10 - 11:30 am every Saturday. (Free with $8 Park admission per vehicle.) Junior Park Rangers Program (ages 3-12) from 1 - 2 pm. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Learn about wildlife, caring for the environment, & earn a badge. ($2 per child.) Both activities meet at the Cachuma Lake Nature Center. 805-688-4515, www.cachuma.com Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-688-4515 |
| Sep 04 | ONE Monthly Sidewalk Sale
ONE is proud to introduce our Monthly Sidewalk Sale. It will be the first Saturday of every month. All merchandise will range in price from $1 - $15! Deals include clothing from Gymboree, Jamie & Jack, Baby Lulu, Kingsley, Baby Gap, Charlie Rocket and many more! Don't miss out on the fantastic deals to be had. One Consignment, 240 Hwy 246, Ste 105, Buellton. Behind Burger King. From 10AM to 5PM. Phone: 805-688-8886 |
| Sep 04 - Oct 02 | Basketball League for Youth
Solvang Parks and Recreation and R.A.T.S will hold a 3 x 3 coed basketball league for youth ages 4th - 8th grades. All games are held on Saturdays at the Solvang School gymnasium. Players will sign up as individuals and be placed on teams according to grade and skill level. The league format will consist of warm ups, skills, and games coached by local current/former middle and high school coaches. The fee is $40/player. Please stop by Solvang Parks and Recreation at 411 Second Street to register. Phone: 805-688-7529 |
| Sep 04 | Every Firday and Saturday 12 noon and 2:00 p.m., at Fess Parker Winery with Jack Sparo conducting tasting & tours
Every Friday & Saturday @ 12:00am & 2:00pm there will be a private tasting in the Barrel Room which will last for about one hour. It will be a private tour for groups of 8 - 20 people. Larger groups can be accommodated by calling first for reservations. Otherwise, have our visitors call themselves for reservations.
There will be 6 wines and they can keep the glass. The cost is $12 per person. Jack Sparo will be conducting the tasting and tours. |
| Sep 04 - Sep 05 | "Desert Discovery Days"
Looking for something to do on Labor Day Weekend? Come to the Wildling Art Museum on Saturday, Sept. 4 and Sunday, Sept. 5, from 11-4 pm to experience "Desert Discovery Days!" AS an addition to its wonderful exhibition of art Fernand Lungren's evocative desert landscapes, the museum will be offering desert-themed arts and crafts for children, several solar cooking demonstrations, and have a live desert tortoise! All the activities are free, although donations are always appreciated. The Wildling Art Museum connects people to the wonders of America's wilderness through great art. 2928 San Marcos Avenue, Los Olivos. Website: http://www.wildlingartmuseum.org Phone: 805-688-1082 |
| Sep 04 | Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruises
Osprey or Eagle cruises. Cachuma Lake Marina 30 min. before departure. $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and under) $8 park admission per vehicle. 805-686-5050 or 805-686-5055 Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-686-5050 |
| Sep 04 | Live Music and Desserts at Valley Books
Live music and desserts, 7-8:30 pm., Valley Books, 1582 Mission Drive. Join us for an evening of Beats and Treats. 688-7160 Phone: 688-7160 |
| Sep 05 | Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruises
Osprey or Eagle cruises. Cachuma Lake Marina 30 min. before departure. $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and under) $8 park admission per vehicle. 805-686-5050 or 805-686-5055 Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-686-5050 |
| Sep 06 | Los Olivos Wine Merchant Cafe, Wine and Art
Meets the first Tuesday or every month. 5 - 7 pm. |
| Sep 07 | Preschool Storytime
10:30 am. Stories, songs and fun for little ones. Stay for a craft after wards and make a new friend! Solvang Library 688-4214 Phone: 805-688-4214 |
| Sep 08 | Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruises
Osprey or Eagle cruises. Cachuma Lake Marina 30 min. before departure. $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and under) $8 park admission per vehicle. 805-686-5050 or 805-686-5055 Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-686-5050 |
| Sep 08 | Los Olivos Wine Merchant Cafe's "Tailor to your Taste
Los Olivos Wine Merchant Cafe's "Tailor to your Taste" 5 - 7 p.m. Choose from five wines and hors d'oeuvres. $15 pp |
| Sep 08 | Farmers Market Certified Organic
First St. and Copenhagen Dr. 2:30 - 6 pm. Fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, more, 688-0701 |
| Sep 08 | Jazz Under the Stars
Join the Vineyard House Restaurant for Jazz Under the Stars from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Music on the front deck, dinner is served. $3 per person entertainment charge added to the guest check. All this money goes directly to the musicians. Phone: 805-350-0284 |
| Sep 09 | Solvang Chamber Mixer Rabobank
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| Sep 09 - Sep 19 | Wildling Art Museum is planning a ten-day trip Sept. 9-19,2010 into the Pacific Northwest
Led by Board President Patti Jacquemain and her husband Dave Gledill, the guided trip begins in Seattle and moves through Port Townsend, La Conner, Orcas Island and more. Details about the trip will be discussed at an informational meeting to be held at "Creekspirit" in Mission Canyon, Wednesday June 16 at 4:00 p.m. Website: http://www.wildlingmuseum.org Phone: 805 682-9625 |
| Sep 09 | Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruises
Osprey or Eagle cruises. Cachuma Lake Marina 30 min. before departure. $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and under) $8 park admission per vehicle. 805-686-5050 or 805-686-5055 Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-686-5050 |
| Sep 09 | Wandering Dog Wine Bar's Blind Tasting
Wandering Dog Wine Bar's Blind Tasting Tasters will examine each wine for nose, color, mouthfeel and finish and then make an ultimate guess as to the origin, vintage and if you are really good, winery, that each wine is from. $15 pp. Check our Website for each weeks theme. www.wanderingdogwinebar.com Website: http://www.wanderingdogwinebar.com |
| Sep 09 | Buellton Rotary Club meets at Marriott Hotel, Buellton, noon. 688-1000.
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| Sep 10 | Private Tasting in the Barrel Room - Fess Parker Winery
Every Friday & Saturday @ 11:00am & 1:00pm there will be a private tasting in the Barrel Room which will lat for about one hour. It will be a private tour for groups of 8 - 20 people. Larger groups can be accommodated by called first for reservations. Otherwise, have our visitors call themselves for reservations.
There will be 6 wines and they can keep the glass. The cost is $10 per person. Jack Sparo will be conducting the tasting and tours. |
| Sep 10 | Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruises
Osprey or Eagle cruises. Cachuma Lake Marina 30 min. before departure. $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and under) $8 park admission per vehicle. 805-686-5050 or 805-686-5055 Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-686-5050 |
| Sep 10 | Friday Nite Figure Drawing - The C Gallery
Instruction by MFA artist, Ken Doud. Individual, personalized, instruction where and when needed and/or requested. Settle in with a bit of wine. 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Month by month enrollment. $200 month. Should you decide to take 2 classes from the C Gallery simultaneously, there is a deep discount on the 2nd class. The C Gallery, Los Alamos. 344-3807 Website: http://www.thecgallery.com Phone: 805-344-3807 |
| Sep 11 | Art on the Wild Side ( ages 6-12)
The Wildling Art Museum will be offering "Art on the Wild Side" craft classes in the Museum's Education Center most Saturday mornings beginning March 13 through the end of October. Beginning at 10:30 am. Each hour-long class will focus on completing one craft and is geared toward ages 6-12 years. (kids under 6 must be accompanied by an adult). The class is limited to 10 and registration is recommended. The fee for each class is $5 or participants can purchase a punch card of 10 classes for $40.
For more information on the classes and projects please call the Museum at 805-688-1082 Website: http://www.wildlingmuseum.org/ |
| Sep 11 | Woodworking Class
Woodworking Class - Decorative box making, veneering, inlay, parquetry, traditional wood finishing, 9 am. Edward Jorgensen, Master Cabinetmaker. 686-2070 days. Phone: 686-2070 |
| Sep 11 | Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk and Junior Ranger Program Cachuma Lake Nature Walk & Junior Ranger Program: 1-mile walk for all ages on the Oak Canyon Trail from 10 - 11:30 am every Saturday. (Free with $8 Park admission per vehicle.) Junior Park Rangers Program (ages 3-12) from 1 - 2 pm. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Learn about wildlife, caring for the environment, & earn a badge. ($2 per child.) Both activities meet at the Cachuma Lake Nature Center. 805-688-4515, www.cachuma.com Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-688-4515 |
| Sep 11 - Oct 09 | Basketball League for Youth
Solvang Parks and Recreation and R.A.T.S will hold a 3 x 3 coed basketball league for youth ages 4th - 8th grades. All games are held on Saturdays at the Solvang School gymnasium. Players will sign up as individuals and be placed on teams according to grade and skill level. The league format will consist of warm ups, skills, and games coached by local current/former middle and high school coaches. The fee is $40/player. Please stop by Solvang Parks and Recreation at 411 Second Street to register. Phone: 805-688-7529 |
| Sep 11 | Every Firday and Saturday 12 noon and 2:00 p.m., at Fess Parker Winery with Jack Sparo conducting tasting & tours
Every Friday & Saturday @ 12:00am & 2:00pm there will be a private tasting in the Barrel Room which will last for about one hour. It will be a private tour for groups of 8 - 20 people. Larger groups can be accommodated by calling first for reservations. Otherwise, have our visitors call themselves for reservations.
There will be 6 wines and they can keep the glass. The cost is $12 per person. Jack Sparo will be conducting the tasting and tours. |
| Sep 11 | Fundraiser at Solvang School by Soul Mates
Musical instruments needed. Soul Mates are rocking the residents of SY Valley with upbeat songs from the 60s that are nostalgic to many. Soul Mates, a seven-piece band of 10 year olds, are helping keep music alive in the valley and will be opening the "Not to be Missed" fund raising concert at Solvang school.The concert will raise money for musical instruments and the music program at Solvang school. Donate your unused musical instruments to Solvang School. If you have a trumpet, clarinet, saxophone, guitar, or any brass instrument, string or percussion instruments, that you no longer use and can find in you heart to donate, please call Micahael Roberts at 686-1666, or 350-0779. Concert 3 - 8 pm Phone: 805-686-1666 |
| Sep 11 | "Starting with Encaustic"
with Alissa Massey from 9am - 3pm. In the morning different techniques will be explored. After lunch, you will create your own encaustic painting on a wooden panel. Materials will be provided, but lunch is on your own. We begin in the garden with morning coffee, pastry and opening notes. $95 plus $10 materials fee. Please contact The CGallery, 466 Bell Street. Los Alamos, 344-3807, connie@thecgallery.com, www.thecgallery.com Phone: 805-344-3807 |
| Sep 11 | Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruises
Osprey or Eagle cruises. Cachuma Lake Marina 30 min. before departure. $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and under) $8 park admission per vehicle. 805-686-5050 or 805-686-5055 Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-686-5050 |
| Sep 11 | Live Music and Desserts at Valley Books
Live music and desserts, 7-8:30 pm., Valley Books, 1582 Mission Drive. Join us for an evening of Beats and Treats. 688-7160 Phone: 688-7160 |
| Sep 12 | Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruises
Osprey or Eagle cruises. Cachuma Lake Marina 30 min. before departure. $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and under) $8 park admission per vehicle. 805-686-5050 or 805-686-5055 Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-686-5050 |
| Sep 14 | Preschool Storytime
10:30 am. Stories, songs and fun for little ones. Stay for a craft after wards and make a new friend! Solvang Library 688-4214 Phone: 805-688-4214 |
| Sep 15 | Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruises
Osprey or Eagle cruises. Cachuma Lake Marina 30 min. before departure. $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and under) $8 park admission per vehicle. 805-686-5050 or 805-686-5055 Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-686-5050 |
| Sep 15 | Jazz Under the Stars
Join the Vineyard House Restaurant for Jazz Under the Stars from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Music on the front deck, dinner is served. $3 per person entertainment charge added to the guest check. All this money goes directly to the musicians. Phone: 805-350-0284 |
| Sep 15 | Buellton Mixer - Union Hotel, Los Alamos, 5 - 7 pm
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| Sep 15 | Solvang's Third Wednesday Celebration
2:30 to 8 pm. Includes Farmers Market, live entertainment, wine bars and tasting rooms and shops. Free. For details stop by Solvang Visitors Information Center or call 688-6144 or go online to www.SolvangUSA.com. Website: http://www.SolvangUSA.com Phone: 805-688-6144 |
| Sep 16 | Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruises
Osprey or Eagle cruises. Cachuma Lake Marina 30 min. before departure. $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and under) $8 park admission per vehicle. 805-686-5050 or 805-686-5055 Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-686-5050 |
| Sep 17 | Private Tasting in the Barrel Room - Fess Parker Winery
Every Friday & Saturday @ 11:00am & 1:00pm there will be a private tasting in the Barrel Room which will lat for about one hour. It will be a private tour for groups of 8 - 20 people. Larger groups can be accommodated by called first for reservations. Otherwise, have our visitors call themselves for reservations.
There will be 6 wines and they can keep the glass. The cost is $10 per person. Jack Sparo will be conducting the tasting and tours. |
| Sep 17 - Sep 21 | Danish Days Weekend
VElkommen! Opening day of this three-day 74th annual celebration of Solvang's rich Danish heritage. Torchlight parade on Friday night, 7:30, beginning on Alisal Road at Laurel St., travels through the center of town and ends at Solvang Park. Opening ceremonies at the park and introducing the Danish Maid. Velkommen Street Dance follows with dancers performing to live music. For more info: 1-800-468-6765. www.SolvangUSA.com
Website: http://www.SolvangUSA.com Phone: 805-688-6144 |
| Sep 17 | Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruises
Osprey or Eagle cruises. Cachuma Lake Marina 30 min. before departure. $15 adults, $7 kids (12 and under) $8 park admission per vehicle. 805-686-5050 or 805-686-5055 Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-686-5050 |
| Sep 17 | Friday Nite Figure Drawing - The C Gallery
Instruction by MFA artist, Ken Doud. Individual, personalized, instruction where and when needed and/or requested. Settle in with a bit of wine. 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Month by month enrollment. $200 month. Should you decide to take 2 classes from the C Gallery simultaneously, there is a deep discount on the 2nd class. The C Gallery, Los Alamos. 344-3807 Website: http://www.thecgallery.com Phone: 805-344-3807 |
| Sep 18 | Art on the Wild Side ( ages 6-12)
The Wildling Art Museum will be offering "Art on the Wild Side" craft classes in the Museum's Education Center most Saturday mornings beginning March 13 through the end of October. Beginning at 10:30 am. Each hour-long class will focus on completing one craft and is geared toward ages 6-12 years. (kids under 6 must be accompanied by an adult). The class is limited to 10 and registration is recommended. The fee for each class is $5 or participants can purchase a punch card of 10 classes for $40.
For more information on the classes and projects please call the Museum at 805-688-1082 Website: http://www.wildlingmuseum.org/ |
| Sep 18 | Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk and Junior Ranger Program Cachuma Lake Nature Walk & Junior Ranger Program: 1-mile walk for all ages on the Oak Canyon Trail from 10 - 11:30 am every Saturday. (Free with $8 Park admission per vehicle.) Junior Park Rangers Program (ages 3-12) from 1 - 2 pm. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Learn about wildlife, caring for the environment, & earn a badge. ($2 per child.) Both activities meet at the Cachuma Lake Nature Center. 805-688-4515, www.cachuma.com Website: http://www.cachuma.com Phone: 805-688-4515 |
| Sep 18 - Oct 16 | Basketball League for Youth
Solvang Parks and Recreation and R.A.T.S will hold a 3 x 3 coed basketball league for youth ages 4th - 8th grades. All games are held on Saturdays at the Solvang School gymnasium. Players will sign up as individuals and be placed on teams according to grade and skill level. The league format will consist of warm ups, skills, and games coached by local current/former middle and high school coaches. The fee is $40/player. Please stop by Solvang Parks and Recreation at 411 Second Street to register. Phone: 805-688-7529 |
| Sep 18 | Living History Festival - Danish Days
10 am to 4 pm, at the Musuem of History & Art in Solvang. Demonstrations, interactive activities for all ages, docent led tours. - 1624 Elverhoy Way. Phone: 805-686-1211 |




