- November 6
-- "Autumn on the Trail" Passport Event
Wine Education: Join us for the wonders of harvest in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. Taste our award-winning member wineries, tasty appetizers, a wine country logo glass and more!
Fee: $45Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 563.3183 - November 6
-- Vino de Sueños
Benefit: Vino de Suenos consists of several high end producers in the area who make a special bottling of wine to be sold at this auction, benefiting farm workers throughout Santa Barbara County.
Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for information Phone Number: (805) 937.8340
Ongoing Events- Year Round
-- Guided Hikes at Bacara Resort
Recreation: Nestled in the hills of the Santa Ynez Mountains, the Bacara Resort & Spa offers various levels of hiking. You will be shuttled from the Resort to enjoy a walk through sunlit trails and travel through avacado and lemon trees. Reservations required. Hiking shoes strongly advised. 8301 Hollister Avenue, Santa Barbara
Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for information Phone Number: (805) 571.4210 - Ongoing
-- Gaviota Kayak/Hot Spring Hike Tour
Recreation: All day inclusive tour includes a lunch at a secluded resort, all transportation, kayak paddle, beautiful hike, and amazing fun! Captain Jack's Tours, Santa Barbara
Fee: $175/$250 for 2 peopleTime: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 564.1819 - First Monday of Each Month
-- Santa Barbara Newcomers Club-Welcome/Orientation
Reception: The Santa Barbara Newcomers Club provides many get acquainted activities for members including socials, wine tasting, hiking, local heritage & community service opportunities, games & much more. Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort, 633 East Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara
Fee: Free Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 564.2555 - February 21 - November 15
-- Family Tours at Lotusland Garden
Family Fun: Our family tours for children under 10, are offered on Thursdays and the second Saturday of each month. Other tours offered Wednesday through Saturday. Guided by knowledgeable volunteer docents interpret the garden and its history on the two-hour walking tours. Call for reservations 9a.m. - 5p.m., Monday - Friday, 9a.m.-1p.m. Saturday. Santa Barbara.
Fee: $35 adults/$10 Ages 5-18/Under 5 FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 969.9990 - November 7 - 28
-- Evening with the Winemaker Wednesdays
Wine Education: Meet local wine producers and tease your palate with tastes of five selected wines with Chef Nat Ely's tempting hors d'oeuvres. Live piano music by Bob Cole starts at 6:30p.m. No reservations required. Los Olivos Cafe & Wine Merchant, 2879 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos.
Fee: $15/$10 Wine Club MembersTime: 5 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 688.7265 - November 16 - December 20
-- Assemblage of Four
Exhibition, Reception: Tony Askew, Judy Nilsen, Ron Robertson, and Dug Uyesaka are joining forces to present an art exhibit entitled "Assemblage of Four" at the AFS Gallery, located at 302 East Cota Street, downtown Santa Barbara. An artist reception, open to the public, will be held on Saturday, November 15, from 5:00 until 7:00 pm.
Fee: FreeTime: Tues - Sat 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Thurs 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 884.0459 x15 - November 21-December 31
-- Winterfest Celebration in Solvang
Family Fun: This is our favorite time of year in the European Christmas Village of Solvang! A month of events, pageantry, and millions of lights. Santa & Mrs. Claus make appearances throughout this special season. Come to our little Danish village and make Solvang a holiday shopping tradition. Call for the schedule of events.
Fee: VariesTime: Call for information. Phone Number: (805) 688.6144 - November 1 - 28
-- Dia de los Muertos at AFS Gallery
Exhibition, Reception: The exhibition, a result of a series of workshops put on by Art From Scrap Artistic Director, Holly Mackay, and artist Julia Ford, opens at the AFS Gallery on November 1st and according to Mackay, "The Dia de los Muertos exhibition will include the construction of an altar and objects to place on the altar." Artists’ Reception Saturday, November 7, 5:00 pm-7:00 pm AFS Gallery 302 East Cota St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101 AFS Gallery Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 10-2, Thursday 10-6.
Fee: FreeTime: See Description Phone Number: (805) 884.0459 ext. 15 - Every Sunday
-- Champagne Brunch at the Historic Santa Maria Inn
Dining: Enjoy a variety of selected meats, carving stations and an omelette station along with a salad bar. We also feature traditional breakfast fare, many side dishes and an elaborate and delicious dessert station. 801 South Broadway, Santa Maria
Fee: Adults $21.95/Seniors $18.95/Kids $12.95 Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 928.7777 - Every Sunday
-- Santa Barbara Arts & Crafts Show
Family Fun: The show is now the only continuous arts festival of original drawings, paintings, graphics, sculpture, crafts and photography in the world. Approximately 300 Santa Barbara County resident artists display their own works in an informal atmosphere under the palms of Chase Palm Park. All items are original art, created by the artists you meet. The show is held every fair weather Sunday and Special Holidays.
Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. 'til Dusk Phone Number: (805) 897.1982 - Every Sunday
-- Sunday with the Vintner
Wine Education: Every Sunday a local winemaker pours his wines accompanied with cheese and bread from our kitchen. Buy a bottle, stay for dinner, no corkage. We highlight our local wine industry especially those small producers that have limited exposure to the public. Pierre Lafond Wine Bistro, 516 State Street, Santa Barbara
Fee: $15 Time: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 962.1455 - Every Wednesday
-- Solvang Farmers Market
Market: Fresh produce, flowers and food. Rain or shine. Solvang Village, Copenhagen Drive and 1st Street
Fee: FreeTime: 2:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 962.5354 - Thursdays
-- Fess Parker's Wine Country Inn Thursday Evening Singing
Live Music: The public is invited to join Fess & Marcy Parker and friends accompanied by pianist Bill Powell in the Lobby Lounge. Dinner service begins at 6 p.m. Reservations highly recommended.2860 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos, CA
Fee: No cover charge.Time: 9 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 688.7788 - Every Thursday
-- An Evening of Visual & Performing Arts
Family Fun: On the first Thursday of each month, downtown galleries keep their doors open late allowing the public to enjoy local art in a fun and social atmosphere. Additional attractions such as music, artist openings, demonstrations, and refreshments are featured at participating venues. Downtown Santa Barbara
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 962.2098 - First Thursday
-- Art, Music & Theater
Family Fun: On the first Thursday of each month, downtown galleries keep their doors open late allowing the public to enjoy local art in a fun and social atmosphere. Additional attractions such as music, artist openings, demonstrations, and refreshments are featured at participating venues. Downtown Santa Barbara
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 962.2098 - Every Friday evening
-- Educational Wine Tasting at East Beach Wine Company
Wine & Food Education: Hosted by a winemaker, winery owner or wine broker and offering 8-10 wines to taste. Stop in and start your weekend right! Call for current host listing. East Beach Wine Company, 201 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara
Fee: Call for informationTime: 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 899.1535 - Every Friday & Saturday Evening
-- Fess Parker's Wine Tasting
Wine Education: Savor the rich heritage of California’s wine-making industry at Fess Parker’s Doubletree Resort, offering a new tradition of Santa Barbara wine tasting. Sample six different Fess Parker wines, all locally produced near our quiet coastal enclave. 633 East Carillo Blvd, Santa Barbara
Fee: $12Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 564.4333 - Every Saturday
-- Touristorica - Historic Downtown Walking Tour
Historic: An easy stroll let's you experience Santa Barbara's past. Led by trained docents, the tour focuses on significant historic buildings, architectural styles, landscaping and our rich cultural past. Walking shoes and a hat are recommended. Meet on the steps of City Hall, de la Guerra Plaza, Santa Barbara
Fee: Call for informationTime: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 965.6307 - Saturday Mornings, November 15 - March 30
-- Santa Barbara Fisherman's Market
Family Fun: Come down to the Santa Barbara Harbor at the Breakwater and buy fresh fish, crab or lobster right off the decks of the fishing boats! Fresher seafood cannot be found!
Fee: FreeTime: 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (805) 965.8112 - Every Saturday
-- Ventura Dowtown Farmer's Market
Family Fun: Come pick up lovely veggies and local produce to take home and feast upon at the Ventura Downtown Farmer's Market! Santa Clara & Palm Streets, Ventura.
Fee: FreeTime: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 529.6266 - Every Saturday
-- Art Workshop
Family Fun: Join us every Saturday for our weekly art workshop. All ages welcome. Children and adults love Art From Scrap! Children under age 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Art From Scrap, 302 East Cota Street, Santa Barbara
Fee: $6Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 884.0459 - Every Saturday
-- Downtown Santa Barbara Farmers Market
Market: Come down and buy fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, small plants and specialty items. Street musicians and music. Year round, rain or shine. Corner of Santa Barbara and Cota Streets.
Fee: FreeTime: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 962.5354 - TBA
-- Wildling Art Museum presents Santa Ynez Artists' Studio Tour
Exhibition, Reception: Tour the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley while visiting the unique private studios of 26 area artists. Participants will have the opportunity to see examples of each artists' work when picking up their tour packets at the Wildling Art Museum. Tour packets contain a pass, map, and postcards featuring each artist. Saturday afternoon (Nov. 21), there will be an afternoon reception from 4p.m.-6p.m. back at the Wildling Art Museum for all participants and artists. This is a great opportunity to share the experiences of the day, visit with the artists, and plan for Sunday! 2928 San Marcos Avenue, Los Olivos
Fee: Packets $25 per person/$40 for twoTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 688.1082 - TBA
-- 3rd Annual Chocolate De Vine Fundraiser
Wine & Food Education, Benefit: Put on your cocktail attire and join us for a mouth-watering celebration of chocolate & wine. Benefit features local chocolatiers, pastry chefs & California wines. Auction items include trip to Kauai. Fundraiser benefits Santa Barbara Rape Crisis Center to support survivors of sexual assault. Island View Nursery, 3376 Foothill Road, Carpinteria
Fee: $65 Advance/$75 At theDoor/$100 VIPTime: Main Event 7p.m.-10p.m./VIP Event 6p.m.-7p.m. Phone Number: (805) 963.6832
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