Published June 14, 2007

African-American Vintners Wine Tasting at COPIA includes sampling loads of wines from Black Coyote, Ceja, Esterlina, Poston Crest, Rideau, Running Tiger Wines, Sharp Cellars, Stover Oaks and Vision Cellars. Television host Pam Moore will lead panels on “Careers and Women in Wine” and “African-American Vintners.” The latter will feature vintners, growers, winemakers, sommeliers and marketers. On Saturday, June 16. Discussions from 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. and tasting from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tickets include admission: $35 or $25 for members. COPIA is at 500 First Street, Napa. Call 888.512.6742, ext. 5831 or visit www.copia.org for tickets.


Cline Cellars Summer Winemaker Dinner stars Charlie Tsegeletos and his wines, appetizers on the flagstone patio at the recreated adobe mission, a tour through the vineyards and winery, and a three-course feast with Cline’s finest wines. Tickets are $125 general and $100 for wine club members. Friday, June 15, from 7 to 10 p.m. Reservations required. Call 707.940.4025.

Gundlach Bundschu Winery presents Gun Bun Summer Fun Film Festival Saturday, June 16 with an outdoor screening of “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.” Pre-screening party is at 6:30 p.m., “Live Drag Show Performance” at 8 p.m. and film screening at dusk. Pre-screening party and film $45; Über Fabulous Package including BBQ, VIP film section, wine and popcorn $120 for two; performance and film only $8. Bring a picnic but drink only GunBun wines, please. At 2000 Denmark Street, Sonoma. Call 707.939.3019 for pre-screening party reservations or general information.

Missoula Children’s Theatre presents “The Amazing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe” at the Napa Valley Opera House on Saturday, June 16. Auditions will be held for local performers culminating in the on-stage performance. Participants must pay a $75 workshop fee when selected; a few scholarships will be available. Performances are at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Admission is $25 for adults and $15 for children. A great family treat. NVOH is at 1030 Main Street in Napa. Call 707.226.7372 or visit nvoh.org. for more information.

“Way Off Broadway” offers students ages 7-17 another chance at a week-long workshop of theater skills and much more. To participate call Patricia at 707.944.5814. Performance is on Saturday, June 16 at 3 p.m. What a great treat for Dad! Tickets $10 all seats. At the Lincoln Theater, 100 California Drive, Yountville.

Father’s Day Barbecues on June 17 at several Sonoma Valley wineries including Landmark, Robledo, B.R. Cohn, and Ledson, and special mud pie desserts for dads at Mary’s Pizza Shacks.

Landmark’s Fathers Day event includes barbecued tri-tip and chicken, baked beans, tossed green salad and ice cream sundae bar, bocce ball, badminton, a wagon tour guided by Belgian draft horses and live music by Adam Traun. Tickets are $35 for adults and $15 for children. From noon-3:30 p.m. at 101 Adobe Canyon Road at Highway 12, Kenwood. Reservations are required—call Michael at 707.833.0228.

Robledo Family Winery will host a traditional Mexican barbecue for La Familia wine club members, but it’s never too late to join. Tickets are $20. Call or email Sara at 707.939.6903 or sara@robledofamilywinery.com.

Ledson Winery offers a “King of the Castle” barbecue under the oak trees, classic cars and light rock and oldies performed by Mixed Nuts Band. From 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tickets are $25 or $20 for wine club members. Ledson Winery is located at 7335 Sonoma Highway (12), Kenwood. 707.537.3810.