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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.

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Event Calendar Date Buellton Calendar Events
Jan 13 - Mar 21 "America's Wilderness in Art" - Wildling Musuem

The Wildling Art Museum is taking advantage of its new larger space to showcase its expanding collection of the art of America's wilderness.  From January 13 to March 21, forty six works of art ranging from large oil paintings to small works on paper will be on displace in the new gallery at 2928 San Marcos Ave in Los Olivos.



Website: http://www.wildlingmusuem.org
Phone: 805-688-1082

Jan 30 - Apr 18 Essential Landscapes

An exhibition of Santa Barbara artists Phoebe Brunner and Pamela Kendall Schifflet. Both artists explore the expansive landscapes of California's Central Coast. Elverhoj Museum of History and Art, 1624 Elverhoj Way, Solvang. More info: 686-1211




Feb 20 - Mar 20 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

Feb 27 - Mar 27 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

Feb 27 - Apr 18 Essentail Landscapes

Elverhoj Museum of History and Art. 1624 Elverhoj Way, Solvang



Phone: 805-686-1211

Mar 06 - Apr 03 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

Mar 13 - Apr 10 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

Mar 13 - Oct 30 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
Phone: 805-688-1082

Mar 19 18th Annual Taste of Solvang

The weekend portion of the  festival kicks off on Friday, March 19 from 7:09:00 pm with a scrumptious Dessert Reception & live music at the Veterans Memorial Hall, 1765 Mission Drive.




Mar 19 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

Mar 20 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

Mar 20 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

Mar 20 - Apr 17 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

Mar 20 18th Annual Taste of Solvang "Walking Smorgaasbord"

March 20, 2010 frin 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, The Walking Smorgaasbord  features 4o taste stops around the village. On Saturday evening, from 6:00-9:00 pm, savor the Wine Tasting Room Walk offering more than a dozen vintners pouring their vintages into the prized souvenir Taste of Solvang etched wine glass.




Mar 20 Third Annual Valley Idol Auditions

The SYV Master Chorale is please to announce the return of its popular singing fundraiser. The Preliminary Round of Auditions Will be held Saturday, March 20 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Parish Hall, St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 2901 Nojoqui Ave. in Los Olivos. Singers must be 16 years or older to qualify. Audience members are welcome and can purchase a $5.00 ticket at the door.

Contestants can perform a wide variety of musical styles. A piano & portable CD player will be provided. In order to compete, contestants must send in their completed application form with the $20 early registration fee. Applications are available by calling 350-4241 or at the door. Door registration fee is $25. More more info contact Shannon Casey at 688-9653 or Mary Jane Delgado at 350-4241.



Website: http://www.syvchorale.org

Mar 20 Buellton Rotary Bike Rodeo 9-noon at Oak Valley

Mar 20 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

Mar 20 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

Mar 21 18th Annual Taste of Solvang "BYOP"

BYOP  - Bring your own picnic accompanied by free Live Entertainment from Noon-3:00 pm in Solvang Park at Mission Drive and First Street.




Mar 21 Sunday Specials - Mother Hubbards

Shrimp & Avocado Omelette - Bay Shrimp, Jack Cheese, Avocado. Topped with Hollandaise Sauce




Mar 21 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

Mar 23 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

Mar 24 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


Mar 24 Farmers Market Certified Organic
First St. and Copenhagen Dr., 2:30 - 6 pm. Fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers, more. 688-0701


Mar 24 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

Mar 25 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

Mar 25 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

Mar 25 Buellton Rotary Club meets at Marriott Hotel, Buellton, noon. 688-1000.



Mar 26 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

Mar 26 Orchid Show and Sale

Orchids Gone Native. Orchid Show Preview Benefit - Alheimer's Association. South Sound Regional Center. 800 W. Branch, Arroyo Grande, Ca. 6:30 - 9:30 pm. Tickets $40.

 For more info: www.fcos.org



Website: http://www.fcos.org
Phone: 805-929-5749

Mar 27 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

Mar 27 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

Mar 27 - Apr 24 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

Mar 27 Planet Ultra Solvang Spring Double Century Bike Ride

Rolling start from 5:00am to 7:30am of this spectacular 200-mile bike ride that includes visiting Santa Ynez, Los Olivos, Foxen Canyon, Sisquoc, Santa Maria, Nipomo, Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, Pismo Beach, Shell Beach, Guadalupe, Los Alamos, Buellton. Ride begins/ends at the Santa Ynez Valley Marriott Hotel, 555 McMurray Road, Buellton. Open to only 550 cyclists. Info and registration at embassy@planetultra.com



Website: http://www.planetultra.com/solvang/index.html

Mar 27 "Water Color Without Fear" Wildling Art Museum

The Wildling Art Museum will be offering an adult workshop "Water Color Without Fear" under the guidance and encouragement of Joni Chancer, and experience teacher who has developed a creative and full-proof to painting with water colors. This four part Saturday series, beginning March 27 from 1:00-4:00 pm in the Museum's Education Center, is both for the beginning and experienced artists. Students interested in the workshop must register by March 10. The fee is $225 (members of the Museum $200), and all materials must be supplied by the student from a list provided prior to the class. Space is limited to 8 students.



Website: http://wildlingmuseum.org
Phone: 805-688-1082

Mar 27 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

Mar 27 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

Mar 28 Sunday Specials - Mother Hubbards

Triple Strawberry French Toast




Mar 28 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

Mar 30 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

Mar 31 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

Mar 31 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


Mar 31 Farmers Market Certified Organic
First St. and Copenhagen Dr., 2:30 - 6 pm. Fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers, more. 688-0701


Apr 01 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

Apr 01 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

Apr 01 Buellton Rotary Club meets at Marriott Hotel, Buellton, noon. 688-1000.



Apr 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

Apr 03 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

Apr 03 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

Apr 03 - May 01 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

Apr 03 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

Apr 03 Easter Eggstravaganza at River View Park 10 A.m.

Apr 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

Apr 03 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

Apr 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

Apr 05 - Apr 09 Todd Roger's Volleyball Clinic Returns

Solvang Parks and Recreation presents the spring volleyball clinic instructed by Olympic gold medalist, Todd Rogers. The very popular volleyball camps hosted by the 2008 Olympic champion return to the Santa Ynez High School this spring. Camp times are 9am - 12pm. Registration is open now. cost is $150. Solvang Parks and  Recreation Department at 688-7529.




Apr 06 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

Apr 06 Los Olivos Wine Merchant Cafe, Wine and Art
Meets the first Tuesday or every month. 5 - 7 pm.


Apr 07 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

Apr 07 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


Apr 07 Farmers Market Certified Organic
First St. and Copenhagen Dr., 2:30 - 6 pm. Fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers, more. 688-0701


Apr 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

Apr 08 April 8 Solvang Chamber Mixer Los Padres Bank

Apr 08 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

Apr 08 Buellton Rotary Club meets at Marriott Hotel, Buellton, noon. 688-1000.



Apr 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

Apr 10 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

Apr 10 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

Apr 10 - May 08 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

Apr 10 Third Annual Valley Idol Finale

The SYVMaster Chorale's Finale will be held Saturday, April 10 at 7:00 pm at the Veteran's Memorial Building on Mission Drive in Solvang.  You are able to purchase tickets as votes for the contestant you wish to win.



Website: http://syvchorale.org

Apr 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

Apr 10 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

Apr 11 Triathlon 8 am at the Santa Ynez Valley High School Presented by the Buellton/Solvang Parks and Rec.
Phone: 688-7529

Apr 11 FREE Household Hazardous Waste & Electronics Collection Event

Don't Trash your unwanted household hazardous waste and electronics. Take them to the Santa Ynez Valley Recycling & Transfer Station, 4004 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos. Free for residents, no appointment needed.

No trash or green waste accepted during the event.



Website: http://www.lessismore.org
Phone: 805-882-3615

Apr 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

Apr 13 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

Apr 14 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

Apr 14 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


Apr 14 Farmers Market Certified Organic
First St. and Copenhagen Dr. 2:30 - 6 pm. Fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, more, 688-0701


Apr 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

Apr 15 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

Apr 15 Buellton Rotary Club meets at Marriott Hotel, Buellton, noon. 688-1000.



Apr 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

Apr 17 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

Apr 17 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

Apr 17 Celebration of Harvest

Vintners' Festival: When the vines have just sprouted fresh new leaves and are about to flower, it's time for the Vintners' Association to hold their annual spring festival  The 2010 Vintners' Festival will take place at Lompoc's beautiful River Park from 1 to 4p.m.  New wines from the participating wineries will be available for tasting, many of them already winners of 2009 awards.

Once again, there will be at least a dozen "Culinary Colleagues" participating by sharing tastes of their creations.

For tickets or for more information to go www.sbcountywines.com or call 805-688.0881.



Website: http://www.sbcountywines.com
Phone: 805-688.0881

Apr 17 - May 15 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

Apr 17 Vitners Festival Weekend Winemaker Dinner with Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards

Location: The Inn at Petersen Village, 1575 Mission Dr., Solvang.

Date & Time: Saturday, April 17, 2010  6-9 pm

Pricing: $95 per person, including tax & gratuity

For reservations and more info: 800-321-8985

Description: Join Winemaker Megan McGrath Gates, Rouce & Ann Lewellen, and Louis & Jill Lucas, after the Vintners' Festival for Lucas & Lewellen's annual winemaker dinner, featuring five courses of Chef Mini alFuoco's cuisine paired with Lucas & Lewellen wines. view the menu at www.LLWine.com Event will sell out so please reserve early.



Website: http://LLWine.Com
Phone: 800-321-8985

Apr 17 Festival Weekend Wine & Cheese Pairings at Lucas & Lewellen

Location: he Lucas & Lewellen Tasting Room at 1645 Copenhagen Dr, Solvang and Mandolina Tasting Room at 1665 Copenhagen Dr.

Date & Time: Saturday, April 17, 2010  6-8 pm

Pricing: $20 per person

More Info:  888-777-6663

Description: After the annual Santa Barbara County Vintner's Festival, meet us back at the Lucas & Lewellen and the Mandolina Tasting Rooms for live music, wine specials, and our annual Vintners' Festival Wine & Cheese Pairings. No RSVP required.



Website: http://llwine.com
Phone: 888-777-6663

Apr 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

Apr 17 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

Apr 18 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