The Natural History of Wine and Spirits: Geology and Grassini

Discover how deliciously geology pairs with wine!

Learn about the geology of the Santa Ynez Valley from Dibblee Curator of Earth Science Jonathan Hoffman, Ph.D., on his video journey to the Grassini Family Vineyard in the Happy Canyon AVA. During this rare opportunity to see the private vineyard, Grassini winemaker Bradley Long explains why viticulturists need to know their soils and microclimates to produce consistently great wines from unique and variable land. At home, you’ll uncork the final product and apply what you’ve learned during a live Zoom wine tasting with Grassini CEO Katie Grassini and her husband Grassini National Sales Manager Dean McKillen.

Customize your experience with a range of ticketing options, from a fun night in learning about wine to a private tasting to remember!

Tickets $20–100, sponsorships start at $250

Sponsored by: Town & Country Event Rentals, The Berry Man, Inc., and Grassini Family Vineyards.

Paranormal Pairings with SBGW

An oenophile’s add on to the 1 hour and 30 minute Paranormal Encounters Ghost Tour while you learn about the area’s ghostly inhabitants from your guide. Afterwards you will receive a private escort to begin the SBGW Paranormal Encounters Ghost Tour.

CADA’s Summit for Danny Hike Challenge!

The Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse is pleased to announce a new format for its annual Summit for Danny Community Hike. This year’s event will be held October 10 - 31, at Elings Park.

Oct 10-11 – Green Tara – A Dharma Transmission

Oct 10-11 – Green Tara - A Dharma Transmission
Known as the Mother of Liberation, the Bodhisattva Green Tara (in a female form) is a swift acting protector from fear and all other major sources of suffering stemming from pride, ignorance, anger, attachment and hatred.

Studio Sundays (via Zoom): Abstract Landscape

After looking closely at Aaron Siskind’s gelatin silver print photograph, "New York 329" (1978), create your own abstract landscape using a small selection of common household items. Play with pattern, texture, and the inspiring constraints of working in a limited palette to evoke a sense of place in a setting you remember or imagine.

View the inspiration image for this class on the Museum’s online collection.

Visitors of all ages are welcome to participate in this virtual workshop, led by SBMA Teaching Artists via Zoom. On the second Sunday of each month participants explore a different medium, including clay, metal, ink, wood, photography, and paper. All projects are inspired by works of art in the Museum’s permanent collection or special exhibitions.

Materials needed for each activity are posted in advance here.

Registration is limited to 24 participants.

Ticket Cost:
Virtual Experience via Zoom: FREE

Free Rumi Monthly Webinar

Join us on the second Monday of each month to learn about the mystical poetry of Jalal al Din Rumi. Led by Dr. Fariba Enteshari, this webinar is for people who want to understand the language behind Rumi’s poetry.

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