May 22, 2012

Reality Stars Shining in Wine Country This Weekend

Wilson Creek

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...]

It’s Balloon And Wine Festival Time

Balloons-glow

  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...]

ToT Interview: Jazz Great Warren Hill

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Internationally-loved Contemporary Jazz saxophonist Warren Hill, who has sold over 1 million albums in his 20 year career and has performed with the likes of Chaka Khan, Faith Hill, Clint Black, Brian Culbertson, and John Tesh (among others), is known for his musically-diverse & energetic live shows. In fact, he has two concerts scheduled this summer in … [Read more...]

Jazz Fest @ Vail Lake Resort

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  The 7th Annual Temecula Wine and Music Festival will take place on Saturday, April 30th from 11:00am – 6:00pm at the Vail Lake RV Resort. Over 18 musical acts – from Pop to Jazz to R&B – are set to perform along with 10+ wineries offering some of the best wine in California, including Temecula’s own Stuart Cellars, Wilson Creek … [Read more...]

Traditional Wedding Venues

The 150-year old Stone House at Temecula Creek Inn. (Courtesy of Temecula Creek Inn)

If you’re planning a wedding you’ve probably already quickly realized that it’s all about decisions. From the ring to the cake, you have to make some pretty difficult choices. But perhaps the biggest problem to solve is just where exactly will the nuptials to take place? Fortunately, Temecula Valley offers many really amazing venues. Just throw a … [Read more...]

Charity for Charity’s 5th Annual Stars of the Valley: Where Hollywood Glitz Meets Mayberry Goodness

Get your tickets now for the 5th annual Stars of the Valley fundraiser.

What do most small town fundraisers lack? Panache, glamour, glitz. What are most flashy award galas missing? A bigger purpose, a chance to serve the community. Yet Temecula Valley residents are lucky to have Charity for Charity’s Stars of the Valley awards show and fundraiser to fill this void. Now in its 5th year, founder Charity Prestifilippo’s … [Read more...]

New Year’s Eve Ideas and Thoughts…

Wiens-nye

New Year's Eve has always been a time for looking back to the past year, and more importantly, forward to the coming year. Every year I try to plan something special for New Year’s Eve way ahead of time. This year I was honored to be invited to a very good friend’s wedding vow renewals, taking place in Julian at a quaint little inn. I am especially … [Read more...]

“And the Winner is…The Kids!”

Mmmm...Ahi Tuna w/ Wasabi Cream Sauce. (Photo by Juanita Juarez)

3rd Annual So-Cal Chef Open Benefiting Oak Grove Athletic Program & Gymnasium 
Monday, November 15th. Last Monday night brought out the golfers and the gourmands to enjoy the talents of local chefs and raise money for a wonderful cause. Held at the beautiful Journey at Pechanga Golf Course and Clubhouse, the event was a hole-in-one for all … [Read more...]

“Chef Open” Fundraiser @ Pechanga

Chef Michael Henry of Meritage. (Photo courtesy of PEAR P.R.)

Southern California’s Top Chef to be Named at Oak Grove Center Fundraiser Murrieta nonprofit seeks best chef through fundraising event. Murrieta, CA (November 4, 2010) – Chef’s from all over Southern California will compete in the 3rd Annual “Chef Open” at the Journey at Pechanga clubhouse on Monday, November 15, 2010. Presented by Oak Grove … [Read more...]

“Awesome 80s for a Great Cause” – Charity for Charity’s 80s Party at Stuart Cellars

Charity for Charity Board of Directors: Jennifer Hughes, Gena Vitamanti, Michelle Haywood, Charity Prestifilippo, Marija Maxfield. (Photo by Dan Myers)

Last Saturday night equaled big hair & bangles as Stuart Cellars Winery was transformed into Funkytown for the Charity for Charity 80s Party. This event was local philanthropist Charity Prestifilippo’s newest fundraiser for the non-profit Charity for Charity, fulfilling wishes for local children and adults in need. Plus, it was a totally awesome way … [Read more...]