Dear SYV friends and neighbors:

Please join us at the Grange Hall Monday night Feb 10th for a community get-together and a chance to give to our LA neighbors who are suffering from the recent wildfires.  

The event will be held at the SYV Grange Hall, 2374 Alamo Pintado Avenue, from 5-7:30 pm.  Bring a dish to share (see below) and some cash, a check, or your credit card to make a donation.  There will be a cash bar for beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. It's an all ages event, families welcome.

All proceeds will be split between World Central Kitchen and the Open Air Worker Emergency fund by Inclusive Action.

If your last name starts with A-G please bring an appetizer; H-M a side dish; N-S a main dish; T-Z a dessert.

Hope to see you there!  If you have any questions, or want to volunteer to help, please reply here or email syvgrange@gmail.com

Location: SYV Grange Hall, 2374 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos

National Charity League of Santa Ynez membership drive is now open for the 2025/2026 year

Please join us for an information night on Wednesday Feb 12 at 6pm at St. Mark’s in Los Olivos.

We hope to meet you there!

If your daughter can’t make it but you can, please join us anyway. We’ll have lots of good info you can take home with you.

Light refreshments served

RSVP MembershipSantaYnezValley@nclonline.org

Location: St Mark’s Los Olivos

Happy Valentine’s Day!

We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.

Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!

To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com

For those caregivers who are caring for loved ones with Dementia, Alzheimer’s & Parkinsons

Support Group

First & Third Mondays / 10:00am - 11:00am

Attendance is complimentary

For more info: giftedbyage@gmail.com or 310-383-1877

Location: SYV Presbyterian Church, Fireside Room, 1825 Alamo Pintado, Ballard

Everyone of any background is welcome at this community, non-sectarian grief group.

Monday, 5:15 pm in the Common Room on the Courtyard at St. Mark’s-in-the-Valley in Los Olivos.

The group is led by an experienced facilitator, Anna Cook, who brings significant background and training to the leadership of the group.

No fee to participate in this group.

Meets 3rd Monday of each month.

We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.

Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!

To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com

The Santa Ynez Valley Concert Series has announced the performances for its 44th season

Trio Céleste featuring Iryna Krechkovsky, violin, Ross Gasworth, cello, and Kevin Kwan Loucks, piano. A chamber music ensemble, the trio’s program for the SYV Concert Series will include Vasyl Barvinsky’s “Piano Trio No. 1 in A Minor;” Frank Martin’s “Trio sur des mélodies populaires irlandaises;” and Dmitri Shostakovich’s “Piano Trio No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 67.”

https://www.smitv.org/syv-concert-series.html

Students attend for free.

St. Mark’s in-the-Valley, 2901 Nojoqui Ave., Los Olivos.

We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.

Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!

To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com

For those caregivers who are caring for loved ones with Dementia, Alzheimer’s & Parkinsons

Support Group

First & Third Mondays / 10:00am - 11:00am

Attendance is complimentary

For more info: giftedbyage@gmail.com or 310-383-1877

Location: SYV Presbyterian Church, Fireside Room, 1825 Alamo Pintado, Ballard

Lane Tanner Tribute Dinner & Stories

Thursday, March 6th, 2025 • 5:30pm
Zaca Creek Tavern

She’s talented, brave, funny, opinionated, colorful, sassy, and one of the very first women winemakers in Santa Barbara County. As Lane Tanner moves from wine production into consulting roles, we honor her with our first Tribute Dinner. Join Lane and friends at Zaca Creek Tavern on Thursday, March 6th for an evening of wine, food, companionship, and many stories, we’re sure!

Dress: Casual, bright colors. Tie Dye encouraged!

Schedule:

•  5:30 Appetizers and mingling

•  6:30 Sit-down buffet meal

•  7:30 Stories!

Bring a bottle of wine to share, and particularly if there is a Lane connection. Cocktails and other adult beverages will be available for purchase.

https://sbwomenwinemakers.com/events/

Zaca Creek Tavern “Buell House”

Sips and She-nanigans – A Sassy Soirée!

Friday, March 7th, 2025 • 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Fess Parker Winery

It’s a dressy Friday Night – think fancy wine/cocktail party. This evening we will laud those behind-the-spotlight lady heroes that make winemakers and chefs look so good! Sous chefs, Assistant Winemakers, Viticulturists, Winery and Restaurant Owners.

Tickets will include a red-carpet photo-opp entry, glass of Fesstivity Bubbles when they arrive along with heavy passed hors d’oeuvres, complimentary wine all evening from many Santa Barbara County wineries, several, hilarious female comics from Los Angeles, a brief screening of our celebrated “behind the scenes” women who help make front women look so good and a silent auction benefiting our two beneficiaries.

https://sbwomenwinemakers.com/events/

Fess Parker Winery

Resurgence of Southern California’s most famous Century Event.

https://www.solvangcentury.com/

Grand Tasting

Saturday, March 8th, 2025 • 11:00am – 2:00pm
27 Vines

The casitas and barn and lawns of 27 Vines will be filled with dozens of women winemakers and their lady culinary colleagues, fronted by the just awakening vines of this boutique vineyard. You’ll taste with the winemakers, chefs, and specialty food purveyors themselves as they talk to you about their passion for crafting deliciousness from the bounty of Santa Barbara County.

We believe everyone should have access to enjoy the event to the fullest! If you use a wheelchair or face mobility challenges, NatureTrack will be at the event to offer Freedom Trax at no cost, converting your manual wheelchair into an all-terrain device. If you don’t have a manual wheelchair, NatureTrack can provide both the wheelchair and the Freedom Trax. Contact us to make arrangements and experience the event without limitations.

https://sbwomenwinemakers.com/events/

27 Vines

Daylight saving time starts again on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

Time will “spring forward” by one hour at 2 a.m. that day

Bubbly Bash

Sunday, March 9th, 2025 • 9:30am – 12:00pm
Vega Vineyard & Farm

A fitting and delicious finale to a long weekend of vinous celebration, Bubbly Brunch is a testament to the women winemakers and chefs love of food with wine, and wine with food!. The festivities kick off with a sparkling wine tasting, where the effervescence of carefully crafted bubbles takes center stage. The morning transitions into a scrumptious brunch, created by Vega’s own Chef Louise Smith, with a selection of “breakfast wines”, poured for you by the women winemakers.  It’s a weekend where each pour tells a story, and every bite is a testament to the artistry of our own women winemakers and culinarians.

https://sbwomenwinemakers.com/events/

Vega Vineyard and Farm

The Santa Ynez High School Theatre Group Presents:

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘School of Rock’ - The Musical

March 14-16 and March 21-23

Purchase tickets @ ASB Webstore

Students $10 and Adults $15

The Little Theatre, Santa Ynez High School

SYHS Pirate Garage Show

Front parking lot at the high school

The Santa Ynez High School Theatre Group Presents:

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘School of Rock’ - The Musical

March 14-16 and March 21-23

Purchase tickets @ ASB Webstore

Students $10 and Adults $15

The Little Theatre, Santa Ynez High School

JOIN US AT THE BUELLTON WINE AND CHILI FESTIVAL!!!

Sunday, March 17, 2024 – 12pm-4:30pm
Bringing the Heat to St. Paddy’s Day”
Flying Flags RV Resort in Buellton

https://buelltonwineandchilifestival.com/

The Santa Ynez High School Theatre Group Presents:

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘School of Rock’ - The Musical

March 14-16 and March 21-23

Purchase tickets @ ASB Webstore

Students $10 and Adults $15

The Little Theatre, Santa Ynez High School

For those caregivers who are caring for loved ones with Dementia, Alzheimer’s & Parkinsons

Support Group

First & Third Mondays / 10:00am - 11:00am

Attendance is complimentary

For more info: giftedbyage@gmail.com or 310-383-1877

Location: SYV Presbyterian Church, Fireside Room, 1825 Alamo Pintado, Ballard

Everyone of any background is welcome at this community, non-sectarian grief group.

Monday, 5:15 pm in the Common Room on the Courtyard at St. Mark’s-in-the-Valley in Los Olivos.

The group is led by an experienced facilitator, Anna Cook, who brings significant background and training to the leadership of the group.

No fee to participate in this group.

Meets 3rd Monday of each month.

The Santa Ynez High School Theatre Group Presents:

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘School of Rock’ - The Musical

March 14-16 and March 21-23

Purchase tickets @ ASB Webstore

Students $10 and Adults $15

The Little Theatre, Santa Ynez High School

The Santa Ynez High School Theatre Group Presents:

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘School of Rock’ - The Musical

March 14-16 and March 21-23

Purchase tickets @ ASB Webstore

Students $10 and Adults $15

The Little Theatre, Santa Ynez High School

The Santa Ynez High School Theatre Group Presents:

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘School of Rock’ - The Musical

March 14-16 and March 21-23

Purchase tickets @ ASB Webstore

Students $10 and Adults $15

The Little Theatre, Santa Ynez High School

Santa Ynez Valley Union High School Annual College and Career Fair

The Santa Ynez Valley Union High School is excited to invite professionals from all fields to share their expertise and career insights with our students at the 2025 Santa Ynez College & Career Fair! If you're passionate about your profession and eager to inspire the next generation, we’d love to have you join us.

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, March 28, 2025

• Time: 9:00 AM - 12:20 PM (Set up from 8:15 - 9:00 AM)

• Location: Santa Ynez Valley Union High School Campus, New Gym, Outside Plaza, and Courtyard

This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with students, showcase your industry, and help guide them in making informed career decisions. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a professional from healthcare, technology, the arts, or any other field, your experience can make a lasting impact.

Registration Deadline: February 28, 2025

Don’t miss out on this chance to inspire our future leaders. Please register below to secure your spot!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Registration:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rknt9JKtLHyE1t66q66cu1zwm2j9HnTMBlVx6Frvk_k/viewform?edit_requested=true&pli=1

 Questions: Kelley Carter, Assistant VP: kcarter@syvuhsd.org or Jennifer Rasmussen: jrasmussen@syvuhsd.org

Join us in Solvang, The Danish Capital of America, for our first-ever event weekend filled with brick-building fun.

With a line-up set for Saturday and Sunday, April 5 and 6, 2025, this unique event will provide attendees with a total brick-building immersion experience. Get ready to see pro builders compete throughout the town of Solvang, meet and greet with LEGO Master Builders, and connect with other brick enthusiasts.

There will be many free entertainment options during the weekend with a pro builder competition in locations all over town, plus FREE outdoor music in downtown Solvang and a “Kids Brick Build” area in Solvang Park. The events will feature BrickLink® and various vendors, and further details will be announced in the coming weeks!

Exact times and locations TBA

NEW DATE: Saturday, April 5, 2025 (was Sept 28th, changed due to Lake Fire cleanup needed)

At the SYVFS Campus for an evening of fantastic food, wine, music, dancing and great auction items!

This September marks the 50th Anniversary of the SYV Family School and we’re ready to CELEBRATE.

The founding families came together in 1974 with a vision for a school that honors the individual voices of its students, and where play is at the center of developing minds and hearts. We owe the foundation of our vision and mission to those early families, and also to YOU, our valued alumni families, as you played a part in carrying that legacy forward during your time with us.

It is for this reason that we cordially invite you to the school’s largest “family reunion” as we kick off the celebration year with Bounty of the Valley on Saturday, September 28th, 2024.

Join 50 years of alumni and beloved staff and faculty on the Family School campus for dinner, dancing and a rousing live auction. TICKETS are on sale on our website.

Purchase Tickets: https://www.syvfamilyschool.org/

Join us in Solvang, The Danish Capital of America, for our first-ever event weekend filled with brick-building fun.

With a line-up set for Saturday and Sunday, April 5 and 6, 2025, this unique event will provide attendees with a total brick-building immersion experience. Get ready to see pro builders compete throughout the town of Solvang, meet and greet with LEGO Master Builders, and connect with other brick enthusiasts.

There will be many free entertainment options during the weekend with a pro builder competition in locations all over town, plus FREE outdoor music in downtown Solvang and a “Kids Brick Build” area in Solvang Park. The events will feature BrickLink® and various vendors, and further details will be announced in the coming weeks!

Exact times and locations TBA

For those caregivers who are caring for loved ones with Dementia, Alzheimer’s & Parkinsons

Support Group

First & Third Mondays / 10:00am - 11:00am

Attendance is complimentary

For more info: giftedbyage@gmail.com or 310-383-1877

Location: SYV Presbyterian Church, Fireside Room, 1825 Alamo Pintado, Ballard

Happy Easter!

For those caregivers who are caring for loved ones with Dementia, Alzheimer’s & Parkinsons

Support Group

First & Third Mondays / 10:00am - 11:00am

Attendance is complimentary

For more info: giftedbyage@gmail.com or 310-383-1877

Location: SYV Presbyterian Church, Fireside Room, 1825 Alamo Pintado, Ballard

The Santa Ynez Valley Concert Series has announced the performances for its 44th season

Emmanuel Ceysson, harp. One of the world’s leading harpists and currently with the L.A. Philharmonic, Ceysson will perform a solo recital, undertaking compositions from throughout the centuries. The program will include works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Mikhail Glinka, Louis Spohr, Gabriel Fauré, and Marcel Tournier.

https://www.smitv.org/syv-concert-series.html

Students attend for free.

St. Mark’s in-the-Valley, 2901 Nojoqui Ave., Los Olivos.

SYV Youth Recreation

Kick-off BBQ

Save the date! More info to come!

https://www.syvyouthrec.org/

SYVUHS Alumni Reunion Luncheon

All classes that graduated 50+ years ago are invited!

Luncheon is Monday, April 28th, 2025 at the

Buellton Marriott from 11am – 2pm (lunch served at noon).

Cost is $50 per person

Please remit your check prior to March 28th so we can give the Marriott a headcount.

This tradition started in 1982!

All classes from 1975 and earlier, plus teachers, coaches, admin, etc. and companions are also welcome!

Contact: Susan Burchardi Bott: susanbott@aol.com or 805-708-6337 to receive a sign-up sheet or ask any questions.

Event at the SYV Marriott, McMurray Rd, Buellton

Veggie Rescue's 15-year Anniversary Celebration Event

Main Event 6p-8p

Enjoy tasty bites from four local restaurants featuring fresh veggies from our amazing farm partners. All offerings pair excellently with Folded Hills wine.

VIP Reception 5p-6p

VIP guests will be greeted at the Farmstead with a glass of sparkling wine, meet our guest of honor, have a photo taken with the Anheuser Busch Clydesdales, and even feed the farm animals!

We will honor Terry Delaney, our founder, for his commitment to community service and innovation in food rescue.

https://www.veggierescue.org/gathering-for-good

More details as event gets closer!

Location: Folded Hills Winery, 2323 Old Coast Hwy, Gaviota / located off Hwy 101 just south of Buellton

Save the date!

Exact time TBA

Rancheros Visitadores Parade in Solvang

Join us at the 12th annual Buellton Brew Fest at River View Park.

A sell out every year, the Buellton Brew Fest will have 55+ craft breweries, wineries, ciders, kombucha, and spirit companies on site!

Live entertainment, a variety of food trucks and merchant vendors, mega sized beer pong, cornhole and plenty of places to soak up the sun!

Bring your lawn chair, blanket and enjoy the scenery!

www.buelltonbrewfest.com

Proudly presented by the Buellton Chamber of Commerce

For those caregivers who are caring for loved ones with Dementia, Alzheimer’s & Parkinsons

Support Group

First & Third Mondays / 10:00am - 11:00am

Attendance is complimentary

For more info: giftedbyage@gmail.com or 310-383-1877

Location: SYV Presbyterian Church, Fireside Room, 1825 Alamo Pintado, Ballard

SYV Youth Recreation

Ladies Luncheon at Gainey Winery

Save the date! More info to come!

https://www.syvyouthrec.org/

Nestled in the heart of Solvang, Santa Barbara Wine Country.

Run through windmill-dotted towns and criss-cross through flower-bedded-vineyards.

https://www.santabarbarawinehalf.com/

The Spring Classic being held May 10th, 2025 @ St. Mark’s in the Valley Episcopal Church in Los Olivos, 5:30pm-8:30pm

St. Mark’s in-the-Valley, 2901 Nojoqui Ave., Los Olivos.

Happy Mother’s Day!

3 parking lots FULL of safety, construction, farming & specialty trucks

No horn hour from 10am - 11am for sensitive ears

Location: Bethania Preschool, 611 Atterdag Rd, Solvang

Benefiting the Friendship House

Wine tasting, Designer shopping, Charming Sole Men, Seated Lunch, Key-to-the-Closet raffle, Exciting Auctions, Glamorous Fashion Show and more!

Exact times TBA as get closer to the event

https://www.winewomenandshoes.com/event/solvang/

Venue: Ecomama Farms, 3870 Baseline Ave, Santa Ynez

For those caregivers who are caring for loved ones with Dementia, Alzheimer’s & Parkinsons

Support Group

First & Third Mondays / 10:00am - 11:00am

Attendance is complimentary

For more info: giftedbyage@gmail.com or 310-383-1877

Location: SYV Presbyterian Church, Fireside Room, 1825 Alamo Pintado, Ballard

SYV Youth Recreation

Final Event at the Solvang Veteran’s Memorial Bldg

Save the date! More info to come!

https://www.syvyouthrec.org/

SYV Union High School - Graduation

For those caregivers who are caring for loved ones with Dementia, Alzheimer’s & Parkinsons

Support Group

First & Third Mondays / 10:00am - 11:00am

Attendance is complimentary

For more info: giftedbyage@gmail.com or 310-383-1877

Location: SYV Presbyterian Church, Fireside Room, 1825 Alamo Pintado, Ballard

Happy Father’s Day!

For those caregivers who are caring for loved ones with Dementia, Alzheimer’s & Parkinsons

Support Group

First & Third Mondays / 10:00am - 11:00am

Attendance is complimentary

For more info: giftedbyage@gmail.com or 310-383-1877

Location: SYV Presbyterian Church, Fireside Room, 1825 Alamo Pintado, Ballard

Santa Ynez Days Rodeo

June 21 & 22, 2025

More info to come as it gets closer

Santa Ynez Valley Union High School Class of 1985

*****40TH High School Reunion*****

SAVE THE DATE

Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025

Location: The Craft House at the Corque - 420 Alisal Rd., Solvang, CA 93463

Time: 5:30PM to 10:00PM

Appetizers and a no host bar, followed by dinner, music, and dancing.

What we need from you:

1. The price for the event is $125.00 per person. Please mail checks payable to Stephanie Smithson to P.O. Box 650, Solvang, CA 93464.

2. Please confirm if you will be attending alone or with a guest. Please include the guest’s name.

3. We are putting a book together for everyone to have, so if you only provided partial information, please make sure we have your address, email, and phone number.

All payments must be received no later than April 1, 2025.

We have secured a block of rooms at The Corque Hotel for Friday through Sunday nights. If you are interested in a room, please contact the hotel directly at 800-248-6274 and tell them you are part of the SYVHS Class of 85. These rooms will be held until April 1, 2025.

We know this is early, but it takes time to put this together and locate all of our 200+ classmates. Please share this with all of your friends from our class.

Please share this with all your classmates on your Facebook so we can get it out to as many classmates as possible! We realize our reunion isn’t until next year and this may seem early to get things going however, we have to start the planning process in order to get the venue booked as well as the DJ etc.

We need you to send via private message, your name, address, phone number (if you want that in our reunion book) and email address, so that we can start compiling them into our list for a book.

We will be charging $125 per person and will update soon with a PO. Box of where to send your payment as well as a final date as to when the money will be due . You can send your info to Julie D’Arelli Kennedy or to Stephanie Smithson.

We look forward to seeing you!

Julie D’Arelli - Kennedy (805) 245-1500

Stephanie Madsen - Smithson (925) 212-3040

Elverhøj Museum Summer Solstice Benefit

Elverhøj Museum of History & Art will celebrate the year’s longest day with the Summer Solstice Benefit.  It will be a memorable evening of merrymaking with fine food, excellent wines, a spirited auction, live entertainment, and the Solstice Sankt Hans Aften bonfire!

June 21, 2025

5:30-9:30

Location: TBA

Website:  www.elverhoj.org

Event Contact Information: Sandie Mullin, sandie@elverhoj.org, (805) 686-1211 x 104

Santa Ynez Days Rodeo

June 21 & 22, 2025

More info to come as it gets closer

Join us for an unforgettable evening at "Paws and Pours: A Night for the Animals," a special fundraiser benefiting SYV Humane/DAWG. Set against the picturesque backdrop of 27 Vines in Santa Ynez, this event promises a delightful night of wining and dining, all while celebrating the incredible achievements of our organization over the past year and looking ahead to our future endeavors.

On June 28th, immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere filled with delicious food, fine wines, and the warm camaraderie of fellow animal lovers. Guests will have the opportunity to bid on an array of exciting items during our live auction, with all proceeds directly supporting our mission to enhance the lives of animals in need.

As you mingle and enjoy the entertainment, take in the sounds of live music that will elevate the evening and keep spirits high. Whether you're a longtime supporter or new to our cause, your participation will make a significant impact in helping us continue our work.

Don't miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a night out in beautiful Santa Ynez.  Together, we can make a meaningful change!  Ticket sales are opening soon! 

Website will be available soon!

Event contact info: Dr. Shana Schank: sschank@syvhumane.org, (805) 688 - 8224

Location: 27 Vines 2045 North Refugio Road Santa Ynez

Happy 4th of July!

The California Mid-State Fair is happening July 16-27, 2025!

This year’s theme is “Off To The Races!”

Find more info at www.MidStateFair.com

2198 RIverside Ave, Paso Robles

Happy Labor Day!

Atterdag Village Fundraising Event

Save the Date!

More info to come as the event gets closer

Danish Days in Solvang, CA

3rd weekend in September, annually

Danish Days in Solvang, CA

3rd weekend in September, annually

Danish Days in Solvang, CA

3rd weekend in September, annually

Save The Date!

Times and Events will be added as the event gets closer

https://www.lavmc.org/los-alamos-old-days

Bell Street, Los Alamos, CA

Save The Date!

Times and Events will be added as the event gets closer

https://www.lavmc.org/los-alamos-old-days

Bell Street, Los Alamos, CA

Save The Date!

Times and Events will be added as the event gets closer

https://www.lavmc.org/los-alamos-old-days

Bell Street, Los Alamos, CA

October 2nd - 5th, 2025
Santa Ynez Valley 

The Santa Ynez Valley hosts the third annual Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley.
Featuring food, wine and experiential events to introduce guests to the edible and imbibe-able bounty of this burgeoning culinary destination.

This event takes place in the 6 wine country towns of Los Alamos, Santa Ynez, Los Olivos, Solvang, Ballard and Buellton.

Restaurants, wineries, tasting rooms, and more will welcome you with many featured events and dozens of ancillary happenings spread throughout the region.

October 2nd - 5th, 2025
Santa Ynez Valley 

The Santa Ynez Valley hosts the third annual Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley.
Featuring food, wine and experiential events to introduce guests to the edible and imbibe-able bounty of this burgeoning culinary destination.

This event takes place in the 6 wine country towns of Los Alamos, Santa Ynez, Los Olivos, Solvang, Ballard and Buellton.

Restaurants, wineries, tasting rooms, and more will welcome you with many featured events and dozens of ancillary happenings spread throughout the region.

SAVE THE DATE - Oct 3 - 5, 2025

SYHS Class of 1975 - 50th Reunion!

Exact times and activities TBD as the date gets closer

Contact Tara Del Mar Uhrig to be added to the email list or for questions: brekata1624@gmail.com

October 2nd - 5th, 2025
Santa Ynez Valley 

The Santa Ynez Valley hosts the third annual Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley.
Featuring food, wine and experiential events to introduce guests to the edible and imbibe-able bounty of this burgeoning culinary destination.

This event takes place in the 6 wine country towns of Los Alamos, Santa Ynez, Los Olivos, Solvang, Ballard and Buellton.

Restaurants, wineries, tasting rooms, and more will welcome you with many featured events and dozens of ancillary happenings spread throughout the region.

SAVE THE DATE - Oct 3 - 5, 2025

SYHS Class of 1975 - 50th Reunion!

Exact times and activities TBD as the date gets closer

Contact Tara Del Mar Uhrig to be added to the email list or for questions: brekata1624@gmail.com

October 2nd - 5th, 2025
Santa Ynez Valley 

The Santa Ynez Valley hosts the third annual Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley.
Featuring food, wine and experiential events to introduce guests to the edible and imbibe-able bounty of this burgeoning culinary destination.

This event takes place in the 6 wine country towns of Los Alamos, Santa Ynez, Los Olivos, Solvang, Ballard and Buellton.

Restaurants, wineries, tasting rooms, and more will welcome you with many featured events and dozens of ancillary happenings spread throughout the region.

SAVE THE DATE - Oct 3 - 5, 2025

SYHS Class of 1975 - 50th Reunion!

Exact times and activities TBD as the date gets closer

Contact Tara Del Mar Uhrig to be added to the email list or for questions: brekata1624@gmail.com

Los Olivos’ most highly acclaimed festival of the year, the popular Day in the Country.

Join us for a weekend of vendors, specials, small-town parade, food, wine + beer, and everything you love about the small town as they Celebrate Los Olivos.

www.losolivosca.com/day-in-the-country

Santa Ynez Valley Foundation

Champions of the Valley

Volunteer awards celebration

Save the Date!

Los Olivos

Santa Ynez Valley People Helping People

Legacies of Hope

Mattei's Tavern, Los Olivos

Save the Date!

More info to come as the event gets closer

Happy Halloween!

Daylight Saving Time Ends., Sunday, November 2, 2025.

Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour earlier on Nov 2, 2025 than the day before.

There will be more light in the morning and less light in the evening.

Veteran’s Day

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Hanukkah!

Merry Christmas!

Happy New Year’s Eve!

Happy New Year!