t h e b e s t o f t i m e s Satu rday , July 20 31th Annual Home Winemakers Classic at Charles Krug Winery “The 2013 Ultimate Cult Wine Event,” the theme for the annual Home Winemakers Classic, reminds those who visit this grand party that they can expect an exceptional and unusual tasting of wines to be found nowhere else! In addition, fine food, live music, excellent silent auction selections and a grand raffle will complement superb and exceptional home wines from 50- 60 home winemakers. Event runs 4-6:30 p.m. Referred to as the “Poor Man’s Wine Auction,” the Home Winemakers Classic is an affordable and downright fun home winemakers tasting party. This year will find the 30th Home Winemakers Classic on the beautiful grounds of the Charles Krug Winery, located at 2800 Main Street (also known as Hwy. 29) in the town of St. Helena. This year’s event will be held in the gorgeous, newly renovated Carriage House. Each year the Classic is attended by devoted locals and out-of-town wine lovers. Everyone comes, kicks back, strolls about, tastes wine, and enjoys delectable food provided by Tyler Anderson Catering to satisfy the gourmet palate. There is the exceptional tasting of a number of varietal wines, and the judging of awardwinning amateur wines on their way to loftier levels of outstanding awards. Live music will be performed by local performers John Kelly & Friends. The silent auction will be held inside the beautiful Carriage House, featuring a wide display of wines from both the home winemakers and from other local wineries and businesses. Etched glasses, wine plates, and enticing raffle prizes round out the offering. The raffle prizes will include a $500 cash prize. As California’s premier cult wine event, the Classic’s sole purpose is to raise money to support the Dry Creek-Lokoya Volunteer Fire Department, located in the western hills of Napa County and serving the community located on and around Redwood, Mt. Veeder, Dry Creek, Partrick, and Wall Roads as well as other communities For a comprehensive list of events, shows, exhibits and things to do in the Napa Valley visit nvlmag.com and click on the calendar on the right column. Our website is updated daily. within Napa County. Admission to the event is $35 presale and $45 the day of the event. An engraved wine glass is included. Raffle tickets sell for $5 each or 5 for $20. Pre-sale admission tickets may be purchased from: www. homewinemakersclassic.org or Napa Fermentation Supplies, 573 3rd Street, Napa, (707) 255-6372. For current event information contact Chief Larry Russell at (707) 944-1562 or Grete Orsoe at (707) 337- 4445. July 12-21 Napa Valley Festival del Sole For information, see ad on page 9. Thursday -Friday , July 18-19 & August 15-16 RockNapa 2013 RockNapa is an artful blend of famed Napa Valley grapes, vibrant song, and culinary creations that result in summer evenings to anticipate and memories to be made. RockNapa 2013 will take place at the historic Charles Krug Winery on its 600+ acres of pristine Napa Valley land in the heart of St. Helena. The series will offer a festival atmosphere on the winery’s Great Lawn and a VIP Experience in the beautifully restored 100-year-old Carriage House, featuring some of Napa Valley’s premium wineries and culinary creations to match. Gates and on-site parking will open at 4:00 p.m., with gourmet food trucks, wine pouring stations and a beer garden, along with other exciting entertainment and drawings for Napa Valley wines and more. The opening act will be at 4:30 p.m., and the two stages will provide constant entertainment until 10:00 p.m. The main act will start at 8:30. Ticket Prices: Great Lawn Thursday $39, with T-shirt $64. Friday $49, with T-shirt $74. 2 days $79, with T-shirt $104. VIP Thursday $165, with T-shirt $190, VIP Friday $175, with T-shirt $199. 2-day VIP $325, with T-shirt $350. 4:30 – 10 pm. Charles Krug Winery, 2800 Main St., St. Helena. 58 www. n A PAVA L L E Y L I F E magaz ine . c o m Satu rday , July 27 Wine Women & Shoes Napa Valley For information, see ad on page 79. Chamber Music Series: Napa Valley Youth Symphony The Jarvis Conservatory celebrates the talent of young musicians by featuring the Napa Valley Youth Symphony Chamber music series. Celebrate the gift of music every other month with the Napa Valley Youth Symphony at the Jarvis Conservatory. 7-8:30 p.m. Jarvis Conservatory, 1711 Main St., Napa. Sunday , August 4 Napa Humane’s Walk for Animals For information, see article on the Napa Downtown Map insert at back of this magazine. SATURDAY, August 17 20th Hands Across the Valley will again be held at the historic Charles Krug Winery from 6-10 pm. Their mission is to work toward a community without hunger. This popular fundraiser will include a silent and live auction with a sit down dinner prepared by Chef Bob Hurley, followed by dancing under the stars with All Star Jukebox. For more info go to www.handsacrossthevalley. com Satu rday , August 24 Clinic Ole Chili Ball For information, see ad on page 59 and article on page 70. 5th Annual Blues, Brews &BQ Now in its fifth year, this is an extravaganza featuring three stages of music. Over forty craft and micro-brewed beers will be available on tap. Dozens of BQ vendors from the Bay Area will tempt your palate as you walk down First Street in downtown Napa. Noon to 6:00 p.m. Free parking and admission, open to the public. For more information, visit www.donapa.com. 12-6 p.m. THINKING ABOUT COLLEGE AND WHERE TO ATTEND? Invites you to a Free College Information Event Monday, August 5th 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Napa Senior Center 1500 Jefferson Street Napa, CA 94559 Featuring This popular presentation provides students and their families with information about options that exist beyond California and the associated benefits of considering an out-of-state institution. Regional Admission Officers from over 20 out of state colleges will demystify the admission process and cost of attendance, offer examples of scholarship opportunities and other financial aid, discuss student life and diversity among other helpful information to help students find their match school. Following the forty-five minute presentation, the admission representatives in attendance will present 2-minute snapshots of their respective institutions. The evening concludes with acollege fair, allowing students to benefit from the contacts they make and ideas they explore. Visit www.mpcollegechat.com to register your attendance!
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