Washington Wine Wednesdays Dates: January 1, 2012 - December 30, 2012 Location: Icon Grill 1933 5th Avenue, Seattle WA 98101 Description: Washington Wine Wednesdays! 1/2 Price all bottles of Wine from Washington State. Every Wednesday. All Day and Night! Contact: April Johnson Phone: 206.441.6330 Email: ajohnson@icongrill.net Website: http://www.icongrill.com More

7 Winery Tasting Tour - Bainbridge Island Dates: September 1, 2012 - September 3, 2012 Location: Wineries of Bainbridge Island, 12-5pm Description: Only on select weekends throughout the year do the 7 artisan wineries of Bainbridge Island open their doors and reveal their secrets. Learn from the winemakers themselves. Taste classic wines from eastern Washington grapes as well as new favorites from island vines. Visit Washington's newest wine destination, Bainbridge Island. Participating wineries include Amelia Wynn Winery, Eagle Harbor Wine Company, Eleven, Fletcher Bay Winery, Perennial Vintners, Rolling Bay Winery and Victor Alexander Winery. In addition to great wineries, Bainbridge has many wonderful restaurants, shops, galleries and other attractions. We look forward to meeting you! Website: http://www.bainbridgewineries.com/winerytours/ More

Wine, Women & Song Date: September 1, 2012 Location: Kestrel Vintners Prosser Description: Come & celebrate Labor Day with us at Kestrel for the perfect pairing of beautiful song & fabulous wine, both locally grown! Several independent & unique singers will join Steve Haberman for a night filled with songbirds in our onsite gardens. A menu of gourmet appetizers, meal items & wine will be available. Music from 5-8pm ~ No Cover Charge! Call for more information. Contact: Esther & Felicia Phone: 509-786-2675 Email: esther@kestrelwines.com, felicia@kestrelwines.com Website: http://www.kestrelwines.com More

Live @ Sapolil - Catsmelvin Rock/Hardcore Folk Date: September 1, 2012 Location: Sapolil Cellars, 15 E Main Street, Walla Walla, WA Description: Hardcore Folk is kind of like Black Sabbath meets Bob Dylan and hangs out with Neil Young and the Foo Fighters for an afternoon. CatsMelvin has spent the last few years honing their high-energy sound and touring many major cities. The band has played venues in major cities including New York, Milwaukee, Chicago, Minneapolis, Kansas City, Denver, St. Louis, Austin, New Orleans, Houston, Atlanta, Las Vegas, Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, Los Angeles and many more. Self-described as “hardcore folk,” the group’s vintage feel is reminiscent of Led Zeppelin, The Grateful Dead and Black Sabbath, but also more modern groups like Rage Against The Machine, Pearl Jam, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Cover $5.00 Contact: Abigail Schwerin Phone: (509) 520-1273 Email: abigail@sapolilcellars.com Website: http://www.sapolilcellars.com More

Wine in the Pines Date: September 2, 2012 Location: Swiftwater Cellars Description: Enjoy the best Washington State has to offer from some of its finest wineries, breweries, distillers and restaurants. Set at Swiftwater Cellars in the heart of the Cascade Mountains, with golf course and pine forest views. 2:00 - 5:00 PM. Contact: Leena Haija Phone: 509-852-7312 Email: leenahaija@swiftwatercellars.com Website: http://www.swiftwatercellars.com More

Wine in the Pines at Swiftwater Cellars Date: September 2, 2012 Location: Swiftwater Cellars- 301 Rope Rider Dr, Roslyn, WA Description: Come sample some of Washington’s best wines & restaurants! Join us as Northwest wineries, breweries and distilleries come together to share special selections from their cellars. Complementing the wine tasting, premier restaurants offer gourmet small bites certain to tantalize you. Accompanied by live music on the sweeping patios, the combination of good food and amazing wine is certain to satiate your palate! Phone: 509-674-6555 Email: info@swiftwatercellars.com Website: http://www.swiftwatercellars.com More

Cinema at the Cellars ~ Every Tuesday @ Sapolil Cellars Date: September 4, 2012 Location: Sapolil Cellars, 15 E Main Street, Walla Walla, WA Description: We present an amazing collection of great films every Tuesday. 7:30 p.m. No Cover. Free Popcorn. September 04 - Blazing Saddles (1974) September 11 - Raging Bull (1980) September 18 - The Blues Brothers (1980) September 25 - Desperado (1995) Contact: Abigail Schwerin Phone: (509) 520-1273 Email: abigail@sapolilcellars.com Website: http://www.sapolilcellars.com More

Charles Smith Wines and the Walla Walla Valley Chamber presents: Welcome to the Club: The Women of Rockabilly Date: September 5, 2012 Location: Charles Smith Wines 35 S Spokane ST Walla Walla, WA Description: Our first movie screening including special guest Beth Harrington, Producer/ Director Beth's documentary was nominated for a Grammy and gives incredible insight to who Wanda Jackson is and why you should come see her the following night! Wednesday, September 5, 2012 ~ Screening at 7:00 pm Downtown Tasting Room: 35 S Spokane Street, Walla Walla Dinner and Snacks available from Andrae's Kitchen Contact: Charles Smith Phone: 509-526-5230 Email: charles@kvintners.com Website: http://www.charlessmithwines.com/press.php More

Charles Smith Wines Presents: Wanda Jackson - THE QUEEN OF ROCKABILLY Date: September 6, 2012 Location: Charles Smith Wines 35 S Spokane ST Walla Walla, WA Description: WANDA JACKSON - QUEEN OF ROCKABILLY, plus The Slooches General Admission: $20 Thursday, September 6, 2012 ~ Doors Open 7pm Beer & Wine Garden sponsored by DWWF Dragons Gate Brewery, Coors, Georgetown Brewing Co., Charles Smith Wines, K Vintners, Sleight of Hand, Dusted Valley, Boomtown & Mark Ryan West of the Blues BBQ Tickets can be purchased by using the following link: http://www.kvintners.com/cellar/product.php?productid=184&cat=8&page=1 Contact: Charles Smith Phone: 509-526-5230 Email: charles@kvintners.com Website: http://www.charlessmithwines.com/press.php More

Every Thursday Live Entertainment & Dinner @ Sapolil Cellars Date: September 6, 2012 Location: Sapolil Cellars, 15 E Main Street, Walla Walla, WA Description: Enjoy some great eats crafted by Sapolil’s in-house Bistro 15, along with a lively libation from our Full Bar. Live entertainment starting at 6 p.m. Thursdays! No Cover. September 06 - Pete Crawford September 13 - Gary Winston September 20 - Quincy Harper September 27 - Quincy Harper Contact: Abigail Schwerin Phone: (509) 520-1273 Email: abigail@sapolilcellars.com Website: http://www.sapolilcellars.com More

Salsa Night w/ Eddie Manzanares Date: September 6, 2012 Location: Walla Faces, Walla Walla, WA Description: Come in and enjoy the high energy Latin Rhythms of Eddie Manzanares, with salsa dancing lessons at 6:30 for those adventurous enough to try their hand! Admission $5, refunded with wine purchase. Contact: Roshan Adhikari Phone: 5095402173 Email: roshan.adhikari778@gmail.com Website: http://www.wallafaces.com More

Three Rivers Winery Friday Night Music with the Vaughn Jensen Band Date: September 7, 2012 Location: Three Rivers Winery Description: Join us for a casual evening of food catered by Andrae’s Kitchen, Three Rivers wines and music by the Vaughn Jensen Band while enjoying stunning views of the Blue Mountains and our surrounding vineyards. Wines will be available for purchase by the glass or by the bottle. There will be one featured wine on special at 15% off. This is our final concert for the summer of 2012 so be sure not to miss out! The Vaughn Jensen Band is one of the premier rhythm and blues bands in the Eastern Washington area, known for their untamed, high energy brand of blues. Playing originals and not so traditional covers, guitarist and song writer Vaughn Jensen brings his harmony and chemistry and love of the blues to the front of the band. Contact: Amy Locati Phone: 509-526-9463 Email: info@threeriverswinery.com Website: http://www.threeriverswinery.com More

Swiftwater Cellars Summer Concert Series Presents Lonestar Date: September 7, 2012 Location: 301 Rope Rider Drive, Cle Elum Wa 98922 Description: Swiftwater Cellars Summer Concert Series Presents Lonestar with speical guests Countryfied. Purchase your tickets through Ticketmaster Phone: 509.674.6555 Email: info@swiftwatercellars.com Website: http://www.Swiftwatercellars.com More

Live @ Sapolil - SONiA Folk/Rock/Blues Date: September 7, 2012 Location: Sapolil Cellars, 15 E Main Street, Walla Walla, WA Description: SONiA one of the most dynamic performers in music today, she performs energetic, conscience-driven music. Solo, she delivers powerful songs that challenge injustice, performed with passion and hope. Touring 180 concerts annually across America mostly and in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Israel; SONiA sings and composes in English, Spanish, Hebrew and Arabic as her CD, "tango" reveals. http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/disappearfear5 9 - Midnight Cover: $3 Contact: Abigail Schwerin Phone: (509) 520-1273 Email: abigail@sapolilcellars.com Website: http://www.sapolilcellars.com More

Ian McFeron Band Date: September 7, 2012 Location: Walla Faces Tasting Room, 216 East Main St, Walla Walla Description: Ian McFeron Band @ Walla Faces, Walla Walla, WA, 7 - 9 pm Ian McFeron, whose lyrical prose has been compared to Bob Dylan, Ryan Adams and David Gray, weaves together a variety of roots-Americana traditions to create his own unique form of roots-oriented American music. Ian McFeron- vocals & guitar; Alisa Milner- Cello/Fiddle & vocals Contact: Rick Johnson Phone: 8773011181 Email: deb@wallafaces.com Website: http://www.wallafaces.com More

Chateau Champoux's Grape Stomp Date: September 8, 2012 Location: Alderdale, Washington Description: "Grape Stomp" at Chateau Champoux 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. $45 per person: Entry into the stomp contest, stomp t-shirt, BBQ & wine tasting. $35 per person: Non stompers, BBQ lunch, wine tasting & cheering privileges! Castle Catering is preparing lunch and live music by Vicky and The Velvetones Three person teams sign up by September 4, 2012 Trophies, prizes and bragging rights! Come join the fun! Contact: Judy Champoux Phone: 509-894-5005 Email: chateauchampoux@pocketinet.com Website: http://www.chateauchampoux.com More

Sunsets in Snohomish Wine Stroll Date: September 8, 2012 Location: Historic Downtown Snohomish, First Street Description: Join us for a wine tasting stroll featuring regional wineries, each located in a different shop in Historic Downtown Snohomish every 2nd Saturday this Summer. This is a BYOG event (bring your own glass). Tickets can be purchased online before the event for $5.00 (includes 5 tastings), or at the check in booth day of the event for $8.00 (cash only). Check in booth is located at Bee Bops & Lollipops, 1112 First St. MORE THAN WINE TASTING- Dig our vintage attitude. Walk through 150 year old streets. Surround yourself with history in the "Antique Capital of the Northwest." Everywhere you turn you will encounter architecture and attitudes of yesteryear. Shops open later...Restaurant specials...River gazing...any hot air balloons overhead? Contact: Debbie Carlson-Gould Phone: 4253300831 Email: manager@historicdowntownsnohomish.org Website: http://www.historicdowntownsnohomish.org/sunsets-in-snohomish.asp More

Live @ Sapolil - Tommy Hogan Band Rock/Blues/Funk Date: September 8, 2012 Location: Sapolil Cellars, 15 E Main Street, Walla Walla, WA Description: Tommy Hogan Band is a dynamic, original powerhouse blues and rock band. The band exploded onto the northwest stages, quickly developing a great supporting review from legions of fans.  They’ve made an immediate impact on the music scene with the relentless drive and compelling songwriting of frontman,Tommy Hogan, along with a band offering a high energy, soulful performance that incorporates blazing guitar, booming vocals and a tight rhythm section. http://www.reverbnation.com/tommyhoganband 9 – Midnight  Cover: $5 Contact: Abigail Schwerin Phone: (509) 520-1273 Email: abigail@sapolilcellars.com Website: http://www.sapolilcellars.com More

Every Saturday Sip @ Sapolil - Kory Nagler ~ Folk Americana Date: September 8, 2012 Location: Sapolil Cellars, 15 E Main Street, Walla Walla, WA Description: Enjoy music by local musician (and owner of Maple Counter Cafe) - a bit of entertainment for a lively libation or a glass of wine, and a bite of dinner. 6 - 8, Saturdays!  No Cover. Contact: Abigail Schwerin Phone: (509) 520-1273 Email: abigail@sapolilcellars.com Website: http://www.sapolilcellars.com More

Healed With A Kiss Date: September 8, 2012 Location: Goose Ridge Estate Vineyard and Winery Description: Help us Kiss Cancer Goodbye! Goose Ridge will be the venue for the "Healed with a Kiss" event—a merger of Kiss Cancer Goodbye and In Step with Hope. We will be raising funds to kick cancer to the curb with the "Gals Gala" September 8, from 4-8pm! You'll able to enjoy wine, including our special limited-production "Survivor Wine" by winemaker Kendall Mix, hors d'oeuvres, live music, shopping, silent and live auctions. Gals, bring your guys--they can enjoy our special "Man Cave" during the event! All proceeds go to the Lourdes Foundation and the Tri-Cities Cancer Center. Contact: Jenn Nance Phone: 509-628-3880 Email: jenn@gooseridge.com Website: http://www.gooseridge.com More

B-Side @ Walla Faces, Walla Walla, WA (7:00pm to 9:00pm) Date: September 8, 2012 Location: Walla Faces Tasting Room, 216 E Main St, Walla Walla, WA 99362 Description: B-Side @ Walla Faces The "B Side” returns to Walla Faces to perform an eclectic mix of music from jazz to blues to just about any other style that strikes their fancy. Contact: Rick Johnson Phone: 877-301-1181 Email: rick@wallafaces.com Website: http://www.wallafaces.com More

Barbera Release Party Date: September 9, 2012 Location: The Mercantile Wine & Goods Description: Open Road is welcoming a new addition to the family- our 2011 Barbera! Enjoy complimentary tastings of this limited production wine and 10% off all Open Road wines all day long! The deep garnet hue of this luscious red pairs perfectly with a savory tomato sauce, and is also great with some late summer barbecue! Come make a day of it with a stroll through Country Village Shops and taste all your Mercantile Wine & Goods favorites from Alia Wines, Grace Cellars, and Cedar River Cellars, accompanied by gourmet pairings from O'Pair Wine Bites. Contact: Sara Papanikolaou Phone: 425-780-5880 Email: sara@openroadwine.com Website: http://www.localwineevents.com/events/detail/438585 More

Sonoris Wines Exclusive Release Party Date: September 9, 2012 Location: Russell's Description: Please join us for an exclusive release event for Sonoris Wines at Russell's on Sunday September 9th from 3-6pm. Hillary Sjolund will be publicly releasing Sonoris Wines for the first time. Chef Russell Lowell will create a special pairing of appetizers for you to enjoy with each wine! Wines will be available for sale during the event. Come out and meet the family, enjoy some great food, wine, and friends! See you there! Contact: Laura Roughsedge Phone: (425)486-4072 Email: Laura@RussellLowell.com Website: http://russelllowell.com More

Debuts & Discoveries at Teatro ZinZanni Date: September 11, 2012 Location: Teatro Zinzanni Description: Debuts and Discoveries Tuesday, September 11 6:00-9:00p.m. Teatro ZinZanni Seattle Tickets: $25 Advance, $30 at the Door at tzseattle-tickets.zinzanni.org Now that Prohibition in Washington has ended, rejoice at a special event celebrating some of the newest libations in the Northwest! Discover the new hot wineries, distilleries and breweries currently hitting the scene in bars, restaurants and spirits shops all over the city. Meet the makers and taste their wares in the fun speakeasy of the Teatro ZinZanni tent! Tickets include: *8 tastes from 25 of Washington newest producers of beer, wine and spirits (additional tastes available for purchase) *Complimentary nibbles by the Teatro ZinZanni kitchen *Special peak at Teatro ZinZanni latest show "Gangsters of Love" *On-site Wine Store to purchase some of your favorite bottles to go (wine & beer only) Dress for the event, or come and enjoy the spectacle of it all! No Bootlegging here –it’s all legit cause Prohibition is finally over!!! Proceeds to benefit ZICA (ZinZanni Institute for Circus Arts) dedicated to the preservation, development and enhancement of ancient and contemporary circus arts. Event produced by Wine Events & Promotions and Seattle Uncorked. Contact: melinda wells Phone: 206-940-1052 Website: http://www.tzseattle-tickets.zinzanni.org More

Blues & BBQ - Phil Lynch Trio Date: September 13, 2012 Location: Charles Smith Wines 35 S Spokane ST Walla Walla, WA Description: Every Thursday through September! Music, BBQ and Wine from 6:00 pm - close. Drink wine from our killer library wine list. Eat tasty BBQ by West of the Blues. Hear authentic blues by the Phil Lynch Trio. NO COVER! Contact: Charles Smith Phone: 509-526-5230 Email: charles@kvintners.com Website: http://www.charlessmithwines.com/press.php More

Walla Walla Vintners Winemaker Dinner Date: September 13, 2012 Location: Russell's Description: Join Winemaker Gordy Venneri and Chef Russell Lowell on Thursday September 13th at 7 pm. Take the evening off to enjoy one of our fabulous winemaker dinners, expertly pairing wine and food. The Walla Walla dinner is the second to last dinner this year and sure to delight your palate. Dinner is $80 per person, not including tax and gratuity. Call for reservations or visit our website for more details. Contact: Laura Roughsedge Phone: (425)486-4072 Email: Laura@RussellLowell.com Website: http://russelllowell.com More

Salsa Night w/ Eddie Manzanares @ Walla Faces, Date: September 13, 2012 Location: Walla Faces Tasting Room, 216 E Main St Description: Come in and enjoy the high energy Latin Rhythms of Eddie Manzanares, with salsa dancing lessons at 6:30 for those adventurous enough to try their hand! Admission $5, refunded with wine purchase. Contact: Rick Johnson Phone: 877.301.1181x2 Email: rick@wallafaces.com Website: http://www.wallafaces.com More

A World of Cabernet Date: September 14, 2012 Location: El Gaucho Bellevue Description: In our world, we like to look through cabernet grape glasses (always half-full) with a silver lining of phenomenal pairings. Please join us on our version of the international hub of flavors, otherwise known as Gaucho Bellevue’s Patio. WINES Excelsior Cabernet Sauvignon, South Africa Boomtown Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington Oberon Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley Kilikanoon Killerman's Run Cabernet Sauvignon, South Australia Like what you taste? Wines will be available for purchase and pick up at a later date. TASTING MENU Lamb Sirloin, Blackberry Demi-glace Niman Ranch All-Natural, Certified Angus Beef® Top Sirloin Crostini, Peppercorn Demi, Crispy Fried Shallots Pork Tenderloin Crostini, Plum-Black Currant Relish Fried Baby Potatoes with Sundried tomato Butter and Chives Wild Mushroom Flatbread with smoked Onions Prosciutto Flatbread with Fig Jam Blackberry Crisp, Black Currant Crème Brulee For reservations please call 425.455.2715 Contact: Whitney Young Phone: 425-455-2715 Email: wyoung@elgaucho.com Website: http://www.elgaucho.com More

Columbia Winery 50th Anniversary Celebration Gala Date: September 14, 2012 Location: Columbia Winery Description: Columbia Winery – The distinguished winery is celebrating its 50th year producing fine wines from Washington’s best growing regions. On Friday, September 14, 2012 go back into time and celebrate Columbia Winery’s 50th Anniversary. The winery offers award-winning wines whose quality is reinforced by a 50 year history of leadership in winemaking and viticulture innovation and longstanding partnerships with vineyards from Washington’s best growing regions. The celebration will included entertainment from the acclaimed, Erickson Group featuring Nancy Erickson, an epicurean delight hors d’oeuvre menu created by Executive Chef Michael Toni of A Platinum Event and a special barrel tasting. Especially enjoy the newly released, 50th Anniversary Cabernet Sauvignon and Columbia’s first ever, sparkling Brut. ADMISSION Cellar Club Members: $30.00 Friends of Columbia: $40.00 RSVP: please call (425) 482-7348 by Friday, September 7th or by visiting, www.columbiawinery.com Contact: Linda Conklin Phone: (425) 482-7381 Email: linda.conklin@ejgallo.com Website: http://www.columbiawinery.com More

Live @ Sapolil - Gary Winston & The Real Deal ~ Groovy Blues/R&B/Soul Date: September 14, 2012 Location: Sapolil Cellars, 15 E Main Street, Walla Walla, WA Description: The legendary Blues man Gary Winston leads this powerhouse group featuring vocals by Erica Ingersol and Bass by Marcel. Throw in killer percussion and outstanding (and entertaining) keyboards by Gary Hemenway, and we’re always excited to find out who the special guest may be! Be prepared to dance and groove. 9 - Midnight   Cover: $5 Contact: Abigail Schwerin Phone: (509) 520-1273 Email: abigail@sapolilcellars.com Website: http://www.sapolilcellars.com More

Tuck Foster and The Mossrites @ Walla Faces (7-9 pm) Date: September 14, 2012 Location: Walla Faces Tasting Room, 216 E Main St Description: 7:00pm to 9:00pm Tuck Foster and the Mossrites @ Walla Faces Tuck Foster and the Mossrite’s are a Chicago style Blues band. The bands front man, Tuck Foster, has been performing the blues for over 25 years and has been awarded for: "Best Blues Performer" & "Best Blues Harmonica Player" also nominated "Best Male Blues Vocalist" by the members of the Inland Empire Blues Society. Tuck was also the long time front man for the Tri-City, Washington based band "The Howlers" that was award "Best Blues Band" in 2004. Tuck Foster and the Mossrite’s mission is Entertainment! If the listener forgets about the world for a while, then the band has achieved their goal. Contact: Rick Johnson Phone: 877.301.1181x2 Email: rick@wallafaces.com Website: http://www.wallafaces.com More

Maryhill Winery: Huey Lewis & The News Date: September 15, 2012 Location: Maryhill Winery, 9774 WA-14, Goldendale, WA Description: Maryhill Winery is excited to welcome Huey Lewis & The News, playing Saturday, September 15 at 7 p.m. An easy drive from Portland/Seattle/Boise, a Maryhill concert is the perfect excuse to plan a weekend getaway – or even just get out of town for a night. The winery boasts breathtaking views of the Columbia River Gorge, award-winning wine, and a 4,000 seat amphitheater that sets the perfect tone for an unforgettable summer event. Tickets range from $45-$85, and more information can be found at www.maryhillwinery.com or by calling 877-627-9445. Website: http://www.maryhillwinery.com More

Taste of Harvest Wine Garden Date: September 15, 2012 Location: The Performing Arts Center Plaza Description: Celebrate Wenatchee's rich agricultural heritage at this street fair, with a wine garden, fun run, kids area, farmers market, live concerts, food and much more! The Wine Garden hours are 12-6 pm, with 15 tastes of wine plus a souvenir glass for $25. For more information, go to www.wenatcheewines.com or www.wenatcheedowntown.org Contact: Jan Lutz Phone: 509-669-5808 Email: jan@wenatcheewines.com Website: http://wenatcheewines.com More

Cooking Class: Savor the Season Date: September 15, 2012 Location: Kestrel Vintners Prosser Tasting Room Description: Enjoy your garden’s produce year round with pesto, chutney & pickled vegetables. Step into the kitchen and experience hands on cooking with Chef Jessica Smith and let her inspire your culinary side for an afternoon; meet other foodies, take home recipes and samples of everything you create! Complimentary wine flight included! Cost: $50 Style: “Hands-On” 12-3pm Space is limited to 8 people For more information or reservations contact Kestrel Vintners (509)786-2675 Contact: Esther Phone: 509-786-2675 Email: esther@kestrelwines.com Website: http://www.kestrelwines.com More

Live @ Sapolil - Gregory Rollins & The Correspondence School Rock/Groove/Mojo Date: September 15, 2012 Location: Sapolil Cellars, 15 E Main Street, Walla Walla, WA Description: Rawlins’ influences draw from a mash-up of classic rock, early country music, and the Seattle grunge wave of the early 1990s– genres illustrated in his solo work, as well as in Sons of Guns, a band he co-fronts with longtime friend Mike Surber. In 2008, Rawlins self-released “The Amazing Circle of Boxes,” his 19-track debut album recorded between 2002-2007 during the interims of band activity, in a series of bedrooms, basements, garages and warehouses. At times simple and meditative, at times erratic, spacey, distorted and fused with a myriad of electronics and natural sounds, Rawlins auspiciously established himself as unique entity among American musicians. http://www.reverbnation.com/gregoryrawlins 9 - Midnight  Cover: $5 Contact: Abigail Schwerin Phone: (509) 520-1273 Email: abigail@sapolilcellars.com Website: http://www.sapolilcellars.com More

Dakota Brown Band @ Walla Faces (7-9 pm) Date: September 15, 2012 Location: Walla Faces Tasting Room, 216 E Main St Description: The Dakota Brown Band plays original acoustic pop/soul/rock at Walla Faces! Contact: Rick Johnson Phone: 877.301.1181x2 Email: rick@wallafaces.com Website: http://www.wallafaces.com More

BLEND Dates: September 16, 2012 - September 6, 2012 Location: Bell Harbor International Conference Center Description: BLEND September 16, 2012 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm Tickets $49 Bell Harbor International Conference Center 2211 Alaskan Way Seattle, WA 98121 Join us for the third annual BLEND: The World’s Best Wine, Food & Places – the only event that showcases Washington’s hottest blends from over 40 top producers in Washington State. Sample and celebrate the world's best wine blends, paired with delectable cuisine from Columbia Hospitality's fabulous hotels such as Salish Lodge & Spa, Kenwood Inn and Spa and Rainbow Ranch Lodge all on the spectacular Seattle waterfront at Bell Harbor International Conference Center. Featuring • Barrel BLENDing stations • International BLEND tables • Bubble Lounge featuring sparkling wines & oysters • BLEND Awards – winning wines announced at the event • Opportunities to win getaways to fabulous locations Tickets can be purchased at: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/254918 Email: pehapr@gmail.com Website: http://www.columbiablend.com More

Sunday Jazz w/Debi Eng @ Walla Faces, Walla Walla, WA (3:00pm to 6:00pm) Date: September 16, 2012 Location: Walla Faces Tasting Room, 216 E Main St Description: Enjoy Sunday Jazz at Walla Faces! Debi Eng has been teaching music in the Tri-City public schools since 1994. She is the musical director for local stage company, the choir director for a local High School, and teaches piano lab. Debi has been playing jazz music professionally for 30 years. Contact: Rick Johnson Phone: 877.301.1181x2 Email: rick@wallafaces.com Website: http://www.wallafaces.com More

Blues & BBQ - The Coyote Kings & Mush Morgan Date: September 20, 2012 Location: Charles Smith Wines 35 S Spokane ST Walla Walla, WA Description: Every Thursday through September! Music, BBQ and Wine from 6:00 pm - close. Drink wine from our killer library wine list. Eat tasty BBQ by West of the Blues. Hear authentic blues by the Coyote Kings. NO COVER! Contact: Charles Smith Phone: 509-526-5230 Email: charles@kvintners.com Website: http://www.charlessmithwines.com/press.php More

Family Wineries of WA State Fall Benefit Date: September 20, 2012 Location: Ray's Boathouse in Seattle,WA Description: Join 13 premier artisan wineries at Ray's Boathouse on Shilshole Bay for a magic evening of fine wines paired with great food and a gorgeous sunset view of the Olympic Mountains. 6:00 - 9:00 PM. Adults 21 and over only. Benefit for Family Wineries of WA State. Tickets: $55; includes wine, food and Reidel crystal wine glass. Purchase at http://www.eventbrite.com/event/4150997746 Contact: John Morgan Phone: 509-996-2888 Email: lostwine@centurytel.net Website: http://www.familywineriesofwashington.org More

DeLille Winemaker's Dinner Date: September 21, 2012 Location: El Gaucho Tacoma Description: Join us for a spectacular evening with El Gaucho signature cuisine paired with delicious DeLille Cellars wine. $95 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Please visit our website for a menu with wine pairings. www.elgaucho.com. Contact: James Capangpangan Phone: 253-272-1510 Email: jamesc@elgaucho.com Website: http://www.elgaucho.com/Events-Promotions.html More

Live @ Sapolil - Quarter Monkey Rock/Groove/Mojo Date: September 21, 2012 Location: Sapolil Cellars, 15 E Main Street, Walla Walla, WA Description: This Band has a strong reputation of putting on mind-blowing show after mind-blowing show. All QM’s members grew up in Spokane, WA. However, it wasn’t until early 2007 that the band would officially take shape. They successfully released their first album Lucy to a thriving audience at a packed show at The Hop in Spokane on November 8th, 2008. In June of 2009, Quarter Monkey ventured a three month West Coast tour. Most recently, Quarter Monkey performed on Clear Channel Radio (103.1 KCDA Local Lounge), and were featured live performers on KHQ (Channel 6 Local News Morning Show), in Spokane. Currently, QM is traversing the Pacific Northwest and banking up new original tunes. Anthony Brickner - Bass Guitar Jereme Riccelli - Guitar & Vocals Vinnie Delforge - Drums Ty Pfundheller - Guitar & Vocals 9 - Midnight  Cover: $5 Contact: Abigail Schwerin Phone: (509) 520-1273 Email: abigail@sapolilcellars.com Website: http://www.sapolilcellars.com More

Taste of the Valley Date: September 22, 2012 Location: CenterPlace at Maribeau Point Place, 2426 N Discovery Place, Spokane Valley, WA 99216 Description: The Taste of the Valley will feature wines from various Washington wineries, and will include reds and whites from our region. Along with wine, you will also be offored hor d’oeuvers to cleanse your palate between tastings. This event is only open to those 21 and over. Tickets estimated to be $40. Check Valleyfest.org for more information as the date draws nearer. Contact: Peggy Doering Phone: 509-922-3299 Email: peggy@valleyfest.org Website: http://valleyfest.org/tasteofvalley.html More

Live @ Sapolil - Nuketown Rock/Country Date: September 22, 2012 Location: Sapolil Cellars, 15 E Main Street, Walla Walla, WA Description: This 5-piece band features Fiddle, Guitar, Piano, Bass and Drums with a very eclectic repertoire. (ACDC to Hank Williams). Come ready to Dance! Come ready to Party! 9 – Midnight  Cover $5 Contact: Abigail Schwerin Phone: (509) 520-1273 Email: abigail@sapolilcellars.com Website: http://www.sapolilcellars.com More

Lake Chelan Winery Grape Stomping! Date: September 22, 2012 Location: Lake Chelan Winery, 3519 SR 150, Chelan, WA. 98816 Description: Saturday - September 22nd - 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm Come join in the fun at Lake Chelan Winery for an afternoon of Grape Stomping! Contact: Karen Phone: (509)679-2124 Email: karenlombard@yahoo.com Website: http://www.lakechelanwinery.com More

Lake Chelan Winery Harvest Event! Date: September 22, 2012 Location: Lake Chelan Winery, 3519 SR 150, Chelan, WA. 98816 Description: Saturday - September 22nd - 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Join us at Lake Chelan Winery for our Harvest Event! Contact: Karen Phone: (509)679-2124 Email: karenlombard@yahoo.com Website: http://www.lakechelanwinery.com More

The Gems @ Walla Faces Date: September 24, 2012 Location: 216 E Main Street Description: The Gems were one of the best Northwest rock bands in the early 1960’s. In 1962, The Gems began performing as an opening act for many nationally known musicians. Some of the musicians they traveled with included: The Ventures, Jan and Dean, Johnny Burnette, Johnny Tillitson, Bobby Bare, and Jerry Lee Lewis. The band members were all Walla Walla natives. Now after more than fifty years all five original band members have reunited and are playing music again. Contact: Rick Johnson Phone: 877.301.1181x2 Email: rick@wallafaces.com Website: http://www.wallafaces.com More

Salsa Night w/ Eddie Manzanares @ Walla Faces Date: September 25, 2012 Location: 216 E Main Street Description: Come in and enjoy the high energy Latin Rhythms of Eddie Manzanares, with salsa dancing lessons at 6:30 for those adventurous enough to try their hand! Admission $5, refunded with wine purchase. Contact: Rick Johnson Phone: 877.301.1181x2 Email: rick@wallafaces.com Website: http://www.wallafaces.com More

Cool Water @ Walla Faces Date: September 26, 2012 Location: 216 E Main Street Description: Cool Water is a songwriting duo consisting of Brooke Pennock and Wendy McDowell. Cool Water plays folk rocking Americana music consisting mostly of original tunes. Brooke has gained national recognition for her song writing abilities beginning in 2004 with her multi-award winning song “Eddie”. She has won the “Made in Washington’s Best Emerging Artist Award”, the “West Coast Songwriters Award”, and was a Billboard Music Songwriters Finalist. She is currently a finalist in the Dodge commercial contest. Contact: Rick Johnson Phone: 877.301.1181x2 Email: rick@wallafaces.com Website: http://www.wallafaces.com More

Blues & BBQ - Winston & Barrett Date: September 27, 2012 Location: Charles Smith Wines 35 S Spokane ST Walla Walla, WA Description: Every Thursday through September! Music, BBQ and Wine from 6:00 pm - close. Drink wine from our killer library wine list. Eat tasty BBQ by West of the Blues. Hear authentic blues by Gary Winston & Robin Barrett. NO COVER! Contact: Charles Smith Phone: 509-526-5230 Email: charles@kvintners.com Website: http://www.charlessmithwines.com/press.php More

Ben Bullington @ Walla Faces, Walla Walla, WA (7:00pm to 9:00pm) Date: September 27, 2012 Location: 216 E Main Street Description: "Ben Bullington's work draws life-breath from the earth, rivers, sky and people of Montana," says Rodney Crowell, the Nashville songwriting legend who plays guitar and performs a duet on Bullington's second CD, White Sulphur Springs. "In the same way Guy Clark's jeweler's vision captures the eloquent essence of Texas culture without being regional, Ben frames the stillness of Montana winters, the strength of her women and the spiritual bankruptcy of no-account politicians with disarming ease. Plus, the guy's a pretty damn good doctor for a songwriter." Contact: Rick Johnson Phone: 877.301.1181x2 Email: rick@wallafaces.com Website: http://www.wallafaces.com More

Live @ Sapolil - Tuck Foster & The Mossrites ~ Chicago Style Electric Blues Date: September 28, 2012 Location: Sapolil Cellars, 15 E Main Street, Walla Walla, WA Description: This 4-piece Seattle based Band’s Front Man Tuck Foster has been performing the blues for over 25 years and has been awarded for: "Best Blues Performer" & "Best Blues Harmonica Player" also nominated "Best Male Blues Vocalist" by the members of the Inland Empire Blues Society. Tuck Foster / Patrick Moss / Jason Moore / Mike Gehos http://www.reverbnation.com/tuckfosterandthemossrites 9 - Midnight  Cover: $5 Contact: Abigail Schwerin Phone: (509) 520-1273 Email: abigail@sapolilcellars.com Website: http://www.sapolilcellars.com More

Wine Education at the Mercantile Date: September 28, 2012 Location: 23732 Bothell-Everett Highway, Suite B Bothell, WA 98021 Description: Finish the week off right with Wine Education at the Mercantile! Enjoy a tasting flight featuring wine from 4 boutique wineries while you brush up on your wine knowledge and sharpen your palette. The Mercantile is a co-op tasting room located in the heart of Bothell's Country Village, with a focus on local, handcrafted food and goods. Wine from Alia Wines, Cedar River Cellars, Grace Cellars, and Open Road Wine Company are featured, accompanied by pairings from O'Pair Wine Bites. The shop is open Monday through Thursday by appointment, Friday from 4-9pm, Saturday 12-7pm, and Sunday 12-5pm. www.mercantilewine.com 425-243-WINE Contact: Sara Papanikolaou Phone: 2069629047 Email: sara@openroadwine.com Website: http://www.mercantilewine.com More

Apple Valley Kiwanis Wine Country Trek Dates: September 29, 2012 - September 30, 2012 Location: A Fun Ride From Moxee to Prosser and Back! Description: A Fun Ride From Moxee to Prosser and Back! Always the last full weekend in September. Save the dates of September 29th and 30th in 2012! Imagine…vineyard after vineyard with every color of grape you can envision, red delicious apples just being picked off trees, hop fields, cherry orchards, scenic country roads, livestock and farms, nearly a dozen different wineries, gently rolling hills, and 120 miles of amazing sun-soaked fun. This is the setting for the two-day bike trek from Yakima to Prosser and back. This trek brings riders to wineries and produce stands throughout our region. Then riders arrive in Prosser just in time for a gourmet dinner and to participate in Prosser’s Hot Air Balloon Festival. Sunday morning breakfast with the balloons in the sky, back on your bikes and head back thru wine country to Moxee for a BBQ after a day of wine tasting. All proceeds go to Kiwanis community and youth services projects. Registration includes our famous gourmet dinner on Saturday evening, the balloon glow, overnight camping (indoor and outdoor) in Prosser, Sunday morning breakfast, baggage transportation, and break stops. This is a fully supported ride and the price is 135.00. Go to http://www.active.com/cycling/yakima-wa/apple-valleys-wine-country-trek--2012 to register for this event. Date Start: Saturday, September 29, 2012 @ 8:00 AM End: Sunday, September 30, 2012 @ 2:00 PM Address Yakima, WA and Prosser, WA 1951 Beaudry Rd, Yakima WA 98901 Yakima, WA Registration Closing Date Wednesday, September 21, 2012 @ 5:51 PM PST Brief Description Enjoy gentle rolling hills and scenery and stop in at several wineries along the way. Stay overnight in a school gym or camp outdoors in Prosser. Mingle with Hot Air Balloon enthusiasts and enjoy a gourmet dinner, then attend a "Balloon Glow". A hearty Breakfast on Sunday morning and return on another route back to Yakima for a Bar B Que. Rest stops along the way provide a break and of course there are the wineries! Wine purchased will be hauled for you and await you at the end of the ride. Directions from Yakima Hotels to Start of Ride Take I-82 East on Exit Hwy 24, turn left (East on Nob Hill Blvd). Drive approx 5 miles to Beaudry Rd and make a left turn and proceed about 1 mile and school is on the East side of the street. Total distance from downtown Yakima is approx. 7 miles Contact: Kimberly Phone: 509-972-4384 Email: Kmehin@aol.com Website: http://www.active.com/cycling/yakima-wa/apple-valleys-wine-country-trek--2012 More

'The Big Night' in Washington Wine Country Date: September 29, 2012 Location: Kestrel Vintners Vineyard Description: Join us to celebrate Washington Wine Month with a feast sourced from Farmers of the bountiful Yakima Valley! Menu of the Feast ~ prepared by our Chef Jessica Smith. First Course ~ Corn & Chili Fritters with Apple Slaw Second Course ~ Smoked Duck, Mixed Greens, Hazelnuts, Grilled Mushrooms, & Caramelized Onion Vinaigrette Third Course ~ Slow Roasted Salmon with Blackberry Honey Glaze & Root Vegetable Puree Dessert ~ Blueberry Tartlets with a Cornmeal Crust For more information or reservations please visit our website or call us ~ Seating is limited Contact: Esther or Felicia Phone: 509-786-2675 Email: esther@kestrelwines.com, felicia@kestrelwines.com Website: http://www.kestrelwines.com More

'The Big Night' in Washington Wine Country Date: September 29, 2012 Location: Kestrel Vintners Vineyard Description: Kestrel is excited to announce a feast in the heart of our vineyard. Guests will partake in an unforgettable meal steeped in Italian tradition & dine with acclaimed artisans in the spirit of ‘La Dolce Vita’. Our Chef Jessica Smith will cook alongside some of the best chefs in the Northwest including the talents of Armandino Batali and the feast will be masterfully paired with Kestrel wines. Salute! For more information & reservations please call or visit our website Time: 2pm- 6pm Price: $250 per person, Wine Club $200 per person Contact: Esther or Felicia Phone: 509-786-2675 Email: esther@kestrelwines.com, felicia@kestrelwines.com Website: http://www.kestrelwines.com More

Live @ Sapolil - The Wasteland Kings Americana/Country-Rock Fusion Date: September 29, 2012 Location: Sapolil Cellars, 15 E Main Street, Walla Walla, WA Description: Festivals all over the Pacific Northwest. With the gritty blues vocals of Kris Mallory and Holly Sorensen, The Wasteland Kings bring an edge to every single song they do. http://www.reverbnation.com/thewastelandkings 9 - Midnight  Cover: $5 Contact: Abigail Schwerin Phone: (509) 520-1273 Email: abigail@sapolilcellars.com Website: http://www.sapolilcellars.com More

BARNARD GRIFFIN WINERY & TWIST: A Taste of Fashion Show Date: September 29, 2012 Location: Barnard Griffin Winery Description: TWIST – A Taste of Fashion: Fall Show Featuring Eileen Fisher & more: Women’s Shoes, Accessories and Fashions for Fall & Winter Saturday, September 29, 1-3p The TWIST Fashion Show begins at 1pm, so get there early to snag a seat and grab a bite to eat. Lunch menu featuring tasty tidbits starting at $5 will be available from 11:30a – to 3p What a great way to check out fabulous Fall & Winter fashions as well as Barnard Griffin’s newly remodeled and expanded Winery including: All New ‘db’ GLASS GALLERY / STUDIO All New SPECIAL EVENT SPACE All New TASTING ROOM All New WINE BAR All New BG PATIO NEW FALL HOURS: TASTING ROOM: Open Daily: 10a-5p WINE BAR: Open Wednesday – Saturday: 4p-9p Tasting fees (refundable towards wine purchase) are $5 to taste their popular award winning Tulip Label wines and $10 for their exclusive Reserve wines. Tasting fees are of course waived for members of Barnard Griffin’s BLOOM, RESERVE and CONNOISSEUR wine clubs. Sample from a unique selection of over 15 wines from the cellar with authoritative commentary by their wine specialists. Plus, taste the Reserve Wines which have limited distribution outside of the winery. Barnard Griffin is the premier family owned winery in Washington. They are one of the most award-winning wineries in the state; an essential stop on any tour of Washington’s best wineries. Call Barnard Griffin Winery, (509) 627 0266, or email: info@BarnardGriffin.com for more details. Barnard Griffin Winery: Wine Bar, Tasting Room, Special Event Space, Big Patio & Glass Art Gallery/Studio Shop and sip in the only winery in the world with a glass arts studio on the premises. Plus, discover extraordinary fused glass art in their gallery created by winery co-owner and glass artisan: Deborah Barnard. • Their Rosé of Sangiovese was rated BEST of the Best Rosés by the SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE’S 2012 Wine Competition. • Barnard Griffin’s ‘09 Fumé Blanc was named as one of WINE ENTHUSIAST Magazine’s Top 100 Best Buys of 2011 • Barnard Griffin’s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon was awarded 94 points by WINE ENTHUSIAST Magazine. • Their Riesling was named one of the Top 100 Most Exciting Wines for 2009 by WINE SPECTATOR Magazine • Their Merlot won Best Merlot AND Double Gold at the 2011 Washington Wine Competition. • And, their Cabernet Sauvignon won Best Red, Best Cabernet AND Gold at the 2011 Washington Wine Competition. -2- Tasting Room Manager Kim Gravenslund and her staff welcome you to the Barnard Griffin tasting room and art gallery. The TASTING ROOM is open daily from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM and their new and separate WINE BAR is open Wednesdays thru Saturdays: 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM. In addition to tasting their award winning wines that have garnered international acclaim, stop by and see the beautiful fused glass art by winery co-owner & artist, Deborah Barnard in the newly remodeled Gallery & Studio space. When you visit the Tasting Room, you can savor award winning Barnard Griffin Tulip Label wines and enjoy special pricing on certain selections. They also offer tastings of their limited production Reserve Wines. The Reserve Wines have limited distribution outside of the winery, so try these exceptional Reserves when you visit. Barnard Griffin is the premier family owned winery in Washington, one of the most award-wining wineries in the state and an essential stop on any tour of Washington's best. Check out their website for directions and to study up on their extraordinary collection of fine Washington State artisan wine: www.BarnardGriffin.com, Call Barnard Griffin Winery, (509) 627 0266, or email: info@BarnardGriffin.com for more details. Barnard Griffin Winery: Wine Bar, Tasting Room, BG Patio, Special Event Space, & ‘db’ Glass Art Gallery/Studio TASTING ROOM: Open Daily: 10a - 5p WINE BAR: Open Wednesday – Saturday: 4p - 9p 878 Tulip Lane, Richland, WA 99352 509-627-0266. Info@BarnardGriffin.com www.BarnardGriffin.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/BarnardGriffin YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Barnard+Griffin&aq=f Twitter: @BarnardGriffin Please Drink Responsibly. Get a Designated Driver! © 2012 Barnard Griffin™ Winery - 878 Tulip Lane, Richland, Washington 99352 Contact: Kim Gravenslund Phone: 509-627-0266 Email: info@BarnardGriffin.com Website: http://www.BarnardGriffin.com More

Award Winning Meritage Release Party at Lake Chelan Winery! Date: September 29, 2012 Location: Lake Chelan Winery Description: Saturday - September 29th - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Join in the fun at Lake Chelan Winery as we celebrate and release our award winning Meritage wine, The 2008 M5 Maximum Meritage! To date, this wine has been awarded Gold and Double Gold International medals and has been awarded "Best Meritage" in the Mainly Meritage International Wine Competition. Our winemaker, Ray Sandidge, will be signing bottles in the tasting room. Cheese is available for tasting and for sale in the Lake Chelan Cheese shop. There will be lunch and dinner specials at our famous BBQ In The Vineyard as well as Grape Stomping! Contact: Karen Phone: (509)679-2124 Email: karenlombard@yahoo.com Website: http://www.lakechelanwinery.com More

Lake Chelan Winery Grape Stomping! Date: September 29, 2012 Location: Lake Chelan Winery, 3519 SR 150, Chelan, WA. 98816 Description: Saturday - September 29th - 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm Join in the fun at Lake Chelan Winery for an afternoon of Grape Stomping! Contact: Karen Phone: (509)679-2124 Email: karenlombard@yahoo.com Website: http://www.lakechelanwinery.com More

Meet the Winemakers Date: September 29, 2012 Location: The Mercantile Wine & Goods Description: Join us at the Mercantile for a glass or tasting flight and meet the winemakers of Open Road Wine Company, Bothell's only winery. Taste recent releases and old favorites, and get the scoop on this year's harvest! The Mercantile is a co-op tasting room located in the heart of Bothell's Country Village, with a focus on local, handcrafted food and goods. Wine from Alia Wines, Cedar River Cellars, Grace Cellars, and Open Road Wine Company are featured, accompanied by pairings from O'Pair Wine Bites. The shop is open Monday through Thursday by appointment, Friday from 4-9pm, Saturday 12-7pm, and Sunday 12-5pm. www.mercantilewine.com 425-243-WINE Contact: Sara Papanikolaou Phone: 2069629047 Email: sara@openroadwine.com Website: http://www.mercantilewine.com More

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