WOMEN OF PINOT: AN INTERNATIONAL DINNER
2018-07-26 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ponzi Vineyards, OR, United States
Prepare your international palate while you embark on a truly memorable evening celebrating women winemakers from around the world. Explore some of the finest pinot being produced in Oregon, Alsace, New Zealand and California, while you Indulge in a multi-course Willamette Valley menu prepared by Ponzi Vineyards’ Chef Sapp. As you taste through nearly 15 unique wines, hear stories from the winemakers and enjoy the magical sunset over the Chehalem Mountains. Hosted in the newly unveiled Laurelwood at Ponzi Vineyards. .
FEATURING:

Winemaker Luisa Ponzi & President Anna Maria Ponzi, Ponzi Vineyards, Oregon
Winemaker Marie Zusslin, Domaine Valentin Zusslin, Alsace
Winemaker Katherine Jacobs, Big Sky Wines, Martinborough, NZ
Winemaker Simone Sequeira, La Follette Wines, California
Winemaker Isabelle Meunier, Lavinea Wines, Oregon

The Ninth Annual Counter Culture Wine & Food Festival
2018-07-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Anne Amie Vineyards, 6580 NE Mineral Springs Road, Carlton, OR, 97111, United States
TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR THE NINTH ANNUAL COUNTER CULTURE WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL ON JULY 26

Don’t miss this magical evening, the summer’s best wine & food festival and toast to the season, as Counter Culture returns to Anne Amie Vineyards – tickets now on sale!

Tickets on sale now for the Ninth Annual Counter Culture, returning to Anne Amie Vineyards on Thursday, July 26th 2018 from 6 to 10 p.m. Counter Culture Wine & Food Festival is a magical evening and kick off to the International Pinot Noir Conference (IPNC). Relax and kick back in the center of the Oregon wine universe for a special evening of international wines and food. One of the can’t miss events of summer, experience sweeping views of the Willamette Valley and the Pacific Coast Range while indulging in world-class street food from some of Portland’s and the Willamette Valley’s best restaurants and food carts paired with wines from all over the world by Anne Amie winemaker Thomas Houseman. Enjoy live music from DJ Substitute Teachers – plus more surprises in store – all while taking in one of Oregon’s most stunning sunsets. Get your tickets for this picture perfect event before they sell out. Early bird tickets are now on sale through EventBrite.com.

This year’s featured wines will include:

Anne Amie Vineyards

Archery Summit

Chamisal Vineyards

Gypsy Dancer

Hiyu

James Rahn Wine Company

La Follette

Lenné Estate

Marshall Davis

Mitchell Imports

Pamplin Family Winery

Talley Vineyards

And beer, from Wolves & People Farmhouse Brewery

Counter Culture will feature some of Portland and the Willamette Valley’s best restaurants creating street food inspired dishes, including:

Bamboo Sushi

Big’s Chicken

Biwa

Bollywood Theater

The Country Cat

Ember & Vine

Gado Gado

Ned Ludd

Party Downtown

Pizza Jerk

Pok Pok

Pura Vida

Ruby Jewel

Wares

Additional wineries and restaurants will be announced in the coming weeks. This year’s Counter Culture sponsors include Flag & Wire Coffee Co., San Pellegrino, and Smith Teamaker. Early bird tickets are now on sale and are $75. For a glimpse of Counter Culture of years past, check out this video. For more information on Anne Amie Vineyards, visit http://anneamie.com.

Live Music at the Gard Vintners Tasting Room - Brad Bridge
2018-07-28 16:00 - 18:00 | WA
Brad Bridge: July 28, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Come listen to Brad Bridge perform the best soft rock from 70s & 80s at the Woodinville Gard Vintners tasting room.

Auction in the Country
2018-07-28 18:00 - 22:00 | Heathen Estate, 9400 NE 134th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98662, United States
Imagine a beautiful evening at a winery estate set among rolling country hills. Enjoy drinks and tasty morsels from Clark County’s best caterers with friends, bid on fabulous items, then top off the evening with live music and s’mores by the fire. All to benefit the dogs and cats at the Humane Society for Southwest Washington!
Check-in, food and beverages, and the super silent auction begin at 6 p.m., and the live auction starts at 7:30 p.m. when you can raise your paddle for amazing auction packages. Once the auctions close, the party really gets started… dessert, fire pit, and great live music! There’s no finer way to support the dogs and cats.

Yoga & Wine at Gard Vintners
2018-07-29 10:30 - 12:00 | Woodinville Gård Vintners tasting room, 19151 144th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA, 98072, United States
Yoga & Wine: July 29, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Gard tasting room manager, Christina, a certified yoga instructor, will lead you through an hour long yoga flow, followed by wine tasting. No experience is required! To purchase tickets, visit eventbrite.com

First Fridays at Gard Vintners - Art Walk & Live Music
2018-08-03 18:00 - 2018-09-03 21:00 | Ellensburg Gård Vintners tasting room, 311 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg, WA, 98926, United States
First Fridays – Art Walk & Live Music: July 6, August, 3, and September 7, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Gård Vintners will feature live music and local artwork at their Ellensburg Tasting Room the first Friday of each month. This year’s musical guests include Blue Café, Bruce Marshall, and Jacqueline Favor Jazz Band.

Winemaker Picnic & Barrel Auction
2018-08-16 16:00 - 20:30 | Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery, 14111 NE 145th Street, Woodinville, WA, 98072, United States
Celebrate Washington wine at the Winemaker Picnic!
Join Washington state winemakers and the Auction of Washington Wines for the 31st annual Winemaker Picnic. Sample over 100 wines, meet and mingle with the winemakers, and enjoy incredible bites provided by Tulalip Resort Casino’s acclaimed restaurants.
The summer’s biggest wine event includes live music, games of chance, and a silent auction. It all happens on the lovely grounds of Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery. Proceeds benefit Seattle Children’s Hospital and WSU Wine Science & Research.

Live Music at the Gard Vintners Tasting Room - Jesse Sullivan Linzy Collinson-Riz
2018-08-17 17:00 - 19:00 | WA
Jesse Sullivan & Linzy Collinson-Riz: August 17, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
This will be a night of soulful music at the Woodinville Gard Vintners tasting room, with Jesse on the guitar accompanying vocalist Linzy.

4th Annual Picnic in the Parking Lot
2018-08-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Hollywood School House Parking Lot, 14810 NE 145th St, Woodinville, WA, 98072, United States
4th Annual Picnic in the Parking Lot
A neighborhood block party!
RSVP Required
When: Sunday, August 19th, 2018
Doors Open: 12 PM – 4 PM
Please let us set up for this event properly and show up no earlier than 12 PM, thank you kindly.
Cost: Complimentary entrance for two per club membership with your RSVP. Check in with us to receive your five 1 oz drink tickets for Pepper Bridge & Amavi Cellars, and 4 additional tickets for sampling at the other wineries.
Want to bring friends?
Additional tickets are $20 per person, call 425-483-7026 to purchase. Pre-payment required by August 14th.
Location: 14810 NE 145th Street, Woodinville, WA 98072
RSVP by 5 PM on August 14th to Carlene@PepperBridge.com
Live Music
Pepper Bridge Winery & Amavi Cellars and Market Vineyards will host The Side Project from 1 PM – 3 PM
J. Bookwalter Winery will host Jordyn Meeker from 1 PM – 3:30 PM
Wine
It’s about the Wine!!! In addition to the drink tickets you receive at check-in, wine will be available for purchase by the glass or bottle at each winery.
Food
Option 1
We welcome you to bring your own picnic lunch.
We will be providing dessert – Molly Moon Ice Cream and chocolate confections by Chef Anne Marie.
Option 2
Enjoy sampling an assortment of artisan cheese and other picnic goodies offered by Chef Anne Marie. The items will be available for purchase.
Option 3
A Pig Roast Lunch $25/ plate Available 12 PM – 2:30 PM
Including pulled kahlua pork on a brioche bun, coleslaw, corn fritters and a watermelon salad.
To order lunch call Pepper Bridge & Amavi Cellars Woodinville Tasting Room at 425-483-7026 Pre-Payment Required by Friday, August 10th.
Option 4
As always food is available from The Bistro too.
For the Dog
This event is dog-friendly with a doggie gelato cart so they can enjoy a treat too! Leashes are required for the comfort and safety of all.
What else can you bring to enjoy this event in comfort and style?
Lawn chairs, umbrellas, tents. Dress appropriately for the weather as this is an all outdoor event!
Special Bonus Offer
Enjoy club benefits at all 3 wineries with 20% off on all glass and bottle purchases.
We look forward to seeing you here!

Dobbes Family Estate Tunes on the Patio: Common Hours
2018-08-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Dobbes Family Estate, 240 SE 5th Street, Dundee, OR, 97115, United States
Wine, tasty bites & hand-crafted melodies– what a perfect Sunday evening! Join us at Dobbes Family Estate for Tunes on the Patio with local band Common Hours. We’ll have picnic bites available for purchase to perfectly compliment our featured wines, and receive 15% off bottles enjoyed on our patio.
Every third Sunday of summer months come listen to the sounds of four different local musical artists.
Featured Artists:
Sunday, May 20th- Leah & Austin
Sunday, June 17th- Bri Cauz
Sunday, July 15th – Jacob Westfall
Sunday, August 19th- Common Hours

Ways & Means Oyster House Celebrates One-Year Anniversary
2018-08-20 11:00 - 2018-08-26 22:00 | Ways & Means Oyster House, 7331 SW Bridgeport Rd., Portland, OR, 97224, United States
Ways & Means Oyster House, the concept created in the tradition of world-class oyster bars around the world, s celebrating their 1-year anniversary ALL WEEK from Monday, August 20 – Sunday, August 26, with daily specials, all day, every day! Guests can join in on the celebrations and indulge the following specials:
– $9.99 Whole Maine Lobster (while supplies last)
– $2 Fish & Shrimp Tacos
– $10 Bottomless Blonde Beer
– $10 Margarita Pitchers
– 50% Off Wines by The Bottle
– $6 Specialty Vodka & Gin martinis
– $10 Glasses of premium champagne
– $6 Sparkling Cocktails
– $25 Classic Seafood Broil with all of the trimmings
– $5 Booze & Bites at the bar

Bounty of Yamhill County
2018-08-24 18:30 - 2018-08-26 20:30 | Yamhill County, 500 NE Sokol Blosser Ln, Dayton, OR, 97114, United States
Bounty of Yamhill County (BOYC) is a three-day annual event that celebrates this vibrant community of famous wineries, celebrated chefs, and sustainable family farms. No other locally sourced food and wine event can boast such nationally recognized participants. BOYC benefits the Yamhill Enrichment society, a local cultural nonprofit founded by Susan Sokol Blosser. The BOYC events this year include flower and canning workshops and well as al-fresco dining and finishing the weekend is BIG NIGHT – a walk-around feast of bites crafted by local chefs accompanied by fine wine.
Bounty of Yamhill County has received national and international acclaim in the last several years – placing #2 in USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Award for Best General Food Festival and was names as one of The 10 Best Food Festivals in the USA by The Culture Trip.

2018 Poverty Bay Blues and Brews
2018-08-25 12:00 - 20:00 | Des Moines Beach Park, 22030 Cliff Ave S, Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States
The Des Moines Rotary Club invites you to attend the 9th Annual Poverty Bay Blues and Brews Fest on Saturday August 25, 2018 from 12-8pm. This event is the prime fundraiser for our Highline Music4Life program expanding music to youth in our local schools.
Enjoy a day on the shores of Puget Sound, listening and dancing to the tunes of Eric Rice Band 12:30 – 2:00, Randy Oxford All-Stars 2:30 – 4:00, Rae Gordon 4:30 – 6:00, CD Woodbury Trio 6:30 – 8:00.
To complement your blues and brews, we will be featuring a variety of fine foods. The Festival will be located on the shores of Puget Sound at the Des Moines Beach Park. This is an outdoor event and will be held rain or shine, you must be 21 or older to attend and no pets will be allowed inside the event.
Micro-Brews, Wines and Hard Ciders featured include: Deschutes Brewery, Georgetown Brewing, Aslan Brewing, Bad Jimmy’s Brewing, Schilling Cider, Stoup Brewing, Airways Brewing, Jelly Fish Brewing, Fish Tale Ales and more to come!
No outside food or beverages allowed. Low lawn chairs and picnic blankets allowed. There will be plenty of parking with a free shuttle circulating town on a regular basis. While you are in town, you might want to visit the Des Moines Farmer’s Market.
PURCHASE TICKETS
Tickets are $35 in advance; $40 at the gate. Six tasting tokens included with the price of admission. All beer tastings are one Token! 100% of the net proceed support the Des Moines Rotary’s charitable projects including our primary beneficiary Highline Music4Life.
MORE INFORMATION AND WEBSITE
For more information visit our website at www.DrinkToMusic.org, email BluesandBrewsFest@gmail.com, or call (206) 824-5630.

Live Music at the Gard Vintners Tasting Room - Michael Powers
2018-08-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Woodinville Gård Vintners tasting room, 19151 144th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA, 98072, United States
Michael Powers: July 7 & August 25, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Michael Powers will be in house at the Woodinville Gard Vintners tasting room performing jazz/blues.

Belltown Crush Block Party
2018-08-25 15:00 - 19:00 | Belltown Park, 212 Bell Street, Seattle, WA, 98116
5th Annual Belltown Crush Block Party
Summer Wine & Beer Festival
Sat. Aug. 25th 2018 ~ 3 – 7 pm
Bell Street Park – Seattle, WA
(Limited number of early entry tickets available for $35 at 2 pm!)
Join in the fun with wineries, breweries, live music, street food, and grape stomping at this 5th Annual Block Party in Bell Street Park! Live music provided by The Seattle Women’s Steel Pan Project, Marina Christopher, Spicy Tuna’s and Bus Kings! And a grape stomping competition! 5 Breweries, 13 Wineries, 2 Cideries!
Noshes available from Belltown Brewing (TriTip Sandwiches), Mama’s Cantina (Slow Roasted Pork Carnitas Tacos), and Babirusa! Tickets are $25 advance with net proceeds benefiting Plymouth Housing Group. GoVino glasses included in your ticket!
