May 22, 2012

Reality Stars Shining in Wine Country This Weekend

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Among the events surrounding this year’s Reality Rally, are two fun open-to-the-public parties in wine country that are definitely NOT be missed.  First, this Friday the 13th, it's your lucky day because there's an adult ticketed Celebrity Reception with the Reality Stars at Wilson Creek Winery from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm. Tickets are just $25 for gourmet … [Read more...]

Music Is Always In the Air In Temecula

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Temecula has a music scene? Yes of course! And ToT has locals-in-the-know who will be reporting back here on who’s playing where, the best open mic happenings, musician profiles and much more. Meanwhile, here are some exciting music happenings that I’m sure you’ll enjoy. Many music events in our area help raise funds for some great charities. So … [Read more...]

Wine Pick – Make It Middle Ridge

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Middle Ridge Winery was born in Idyllwild, CA and is now made in Temecula.  Wine Maker Chris Johnston's original Innovation Lab in Idyllwild continues to be the source of new ideas  but us lucky wine lovers can taste the best that Middle Ridge has to offer at  Temecula's Wine Collective in Old Town. For Chris and his wife Melody, wine is all about … [Read more...]

A White Christmas in Temecula?

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The Temecula area has so much to offer by way of good food and beverages, a little night life and wine but one thing that is missing from this gorgeous town is the true change in seasons; especially the beauty of a white Christmas. Temecula seems to acknowledge the fact that California is lacking when it comes to the need for mittens and ear muffs during … [Read more...]

Rod Run Madness by Dana Campbell

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The streets of Old Town Temecula were roaring with excitement this Saturday at the Temecula Valley Rod Run.  This signature event is brought to life twice a year (March and October) and has become one of the largest most crowd-pleasing events in our gorgeous City of Temecula. The Rod Run brings thousands of people, from all over the United States. It’s … [Read more...]

A Great Meet & Greet With ToT at Nitza’s Pizza

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Our very own TOT Meet and Greet group held their latest meet up last Wednesday at Nitza’s Pizza.  This little pizzeria is located downstairs from the fine dining restaurant The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon and is actually run by the restaurant.  Well, I had the chance to try out The Gambling Cowboy during Temecula’s Hot Summer Nights and had … [Read more...]

Temecula Loves Oklahoma!

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I have a confession to make; this past Sunday was the first time I’ve been inside the Old Town Temecula Community Theater.  We all know it’s there.  We see it as we drive by, maybe see a flyer or hear the talk about a production, possibly even think about going but just haven’t taken the time.  After all, it’s Community Theater, what could we be … [Read more...]

One Hot Summer Night in Old Town

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Hot Summer Nights 2011 has been taking place every Friday evening from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm since July 8th and will continue through Sep 2nd down in Old Town Temecula.  Of course, this particular Friday night on July 29th may not have been the hot balmy summer night one might expect, but what the night lacked in temperature, it made up in venue.  Old Town … [Read more...]

Tastes, Tapas and a Whole Lot of Fun – By Johanna Lack

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I haven’t been on Facebook for a while, but there are always some pages that need to be checked out to make sure I didn’t miss anything.  Middle Ridge Winery is one of these must-read pages because owners Chris and Melody Johnston always have something fun going on.  So when they posted their Tapas With Chris & Wine Club Release Party, this … [Read more...]

It’s Balloon And Wine Festival Time

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  Who: The 28th Annual Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival. The festival was first launched in spring 1984 and known then as the Rancho California Balloon & Wine Festival. It was a monumental success for a town of only 9,000 residences. Their mission is to enhance the charitable, cultural, educational, and economic developments of … [Read more...]