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GROTH VINEYARDS AND WINERY

The top-ranking Cabernet Sauvignon made here is produced by Atari computer maven Dennis Groth, his wife, Judith, and winemaker Michael Weiss. Their Cabernets are among the most sought after in California; Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay are also produced here. . Tasting and tours M-Sa, by appointment only. 750 Oakville Cross Rd (between Silverado Tr and Money Rd), Oakville.
944.0290; fax 944.8932

Cakebread Cellars -44 CAKEBREAD CELLARS

This small, family-owned winery housed in a simple redwood barn was designed and built in 1986 by San Francisco architect William Turnbull. Jack and Dolores Cakebread, with sons Bruce as winemaker and Dennis as business manager, specialize in regular and reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc. In 1999 the winery purchased 160 acres on Howell Mountain and the adjacent winery and introduced ultra premium Benchland Select and Three Sisters Cabemet Sauvignon. . Tasting, sales, and tours daily by appointment only. 8300 St. Helena Hwy (between Oakville Cross and Rutherford Cross Rds), Rutherford. 963.5221

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RUDD WINERY

One of California's best wineries (formerly Girard Winery), this family-owned property has supplied grapes to a number of top Napa Valley vintners and now, still under the Girard label, produces a rich, barrel-fermented Chardonnay, an impressive Cabernet Sauvignon, and a Chenin Blanc. The Rudd brand is a reselVe-style Cabernet Sauvignon. . Tasting and sales daily; tours M-F, by appointment only.
7717 Silverado Tr (between Oakville Cross Rd and Skellenger La), Oakville. 944.8577

ST. SUPERY VINEYARDS AND WINERY

Budding enologists will enjoy the walk-through display vineyard, where they can see different grape varieties and various examples of pruning and trellising. Inside the functional modern winery building, an informal exhibition is devoted to promoting the arts in Napa Valley. Shows change every month and range from exhibits by individual local artists to group shows with participating Napa Valley galleries; occasionally artisans may demonstrate fabric painting or a variety of other textile crafts. The Queen Anne Victorian farmhouse on the property has been restored in period furnishings as a living museum of 1880s viticultural life in Napa Valley. The selfguided tour includes exhibits on soil types, growing conditions, and climate, plus a lesson in wine jargon. Wines include Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Cabernet Sauvignon. .
Tasting, sales, and tours daily. Reservations recommended for tours. 8440 St. Helena Hwy (between Oakville Cross and Rutherford Cross Rds), Rutherford. 963.4507; fax 963.4526

Jazz Festivals 2010 (Partial LIst)

Cayman Jazz Festival, Cayman Islands, December 3-5, 2009, Alicia Keys headlines.

Atlanta Jazz Festival, Piedmont Park, Memorial Day Weekend, May 29- 31, 2010

New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, April 23rd and 25th and April 29- May 2

Portland Jazz Festival, Portland Oregon, February 22-28, 2010

Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival, University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho, February 24-17, 2010

Seattle's Pike Place Market

Pike Place Market is a center point for visitor form many parts of the United States and the world. It is here that you can get produces, fish, crab, seafood and nearly everything that you can imagine. It is a seafood, and produce Lovers paradise and one of Seattle Main attractions. The market includes nine acres of restaurants, shops, and stalls.

Pike Place includes nearly 200 businesses, 190 craft-people, 120 farmers, 240 street performers and 300 apartment units.

Retired Adults Are Choosing To Live Near College Campuses

In years past retirees often went to a warm tranquil place to live out the latter days of their lives. Now they have options and many or taking advantage of the opportunity to live in a campus environment. The Village at Penn State is an example of this new trend. Which has revitalized retirees and offered a way for them to be independent and not a burden on their children. For more on the Story follow this link.

Regent Hotel and Resorts

The Regent Hotel and Resorts plane to open a total of 10 new propertied in Florida, France and the Maldives. One of the newest venue the Regent Bal Harbor debut in March of 2008, it gives guest an strikingly diginified and exclusive atmophere. Each room is accessed by elevator and opens into a striking foyer instead of a hallway- a great place to add to your destination calendar.

Periwinkle Cottage at Hidden Ponds

Periwinkle Cottage at Hidden Ponds in Kennebunkport, Maine is a different type of family getaway, offering lighthouse tours, lobster boat cruises and yoga session. All the cottages offer private seclusion and the have screened patio It is the perfect getway for family or couples. For more information- Hidden Pond, 207-967-9050