Yakima Valley Events
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3/16/2010
Open Mic Night at Tim's Tasting Room
Location: Downtown YakimaOpen mic from 6-9pm every Tuesday (Service Industry Night) at Tim's Downtown Tasting Room. For information, call 248-5251.
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3/17/2010
Improv Night at Carmen's Comedy Club
Location: SelahManic Thunder Improv Troupe, 7-9 pm Wednesdays at Carmen's Comedy Club. No cover, 1 drink/item minimum; drink specials, 21 and over only. For information, call Carmen at 509-698-3900 or carmenscomedyclub@yahoo.com or www.carmenscomedyclub.com.
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3/19/2010
Entertainment at Gilbert Cellars
Location: Downtown YakimaOnce Minutos (Latin fusion) will perform from 8-10pm in the Tasting Room or Gilbert Cellars Underground. For information, call 249-9049.
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3/20/2010
Entertainment at The Depot Restaurant and Lounge
Location: Downtown Yakima8pm - Wayman Chapman (RandB/Funk) will perform at The Depot. For information, call 509-469-4400.
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3/20/2010 - 3/21/2010
Rattlesnake Hills Wine Trail's Appellation Day
Location: Zillah , Wapato , Granger , Sunnyside , OutlookFree event - no ticket required. Help us celebrate the 4th anniversary of our American Viticulture Area (AVA) with specials on wines, Celtic music, authentic Irish foods, and fun with an Irish twist. For example, join Bonair Winery as they "chase the snakes" out of the vineyards in an official tongue-in-cheek ceremony at 2pm. For more information, call 509-965-4521 or 888-375-RHWT(7498), or visit www.rattlesnakehills.com.
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3/26/2010 - 3/28/2010
Spring Release Party at Maryhill Winery
Location: Goldendale10am-6pm. Maryhill Winery welcomes guests as the winery reveals its seven new releases. Free wine tastings, special barrel tastings, case discounts and live music featuring Ben Macy and Friends (Saturday) and Wayman Chapman (Sunday). Take part in savory wine and food tastings on Maryhill's beautiful covered arbor with spectacular view of the Columbia River and Mt. Hood.. For information, call 877-627-9445 or www.maryhillwinery.com.
Maryhill Winery was named 2009 Washington Winery of the Year by Wine Press Northwest. -
4/1/2010 - 6/10/2010
Harman Center Ballroom Dance Classes
Location: YakimaBeginning Ballroom Dance lessons, Thursdays through June 10th from 7-8:30pm at the Harman Center. For cost/info, call 575-6166 or 576-4213.
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4/2/2010
Yakama Nation RV Park Easter Egg Hunt
Location: Toppenish10am - 3nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt at North Field, benefit for the children. For information, call 509-865-2000.
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4/2/2010
Downtown First Friday
Location: Downtown Yakima5-8pm on the first Friday of each month. Live music, wine tastings, art shows, and special events at various downtown businesses. For information and a list of participating businesses, call Committee for Downtown Yakima, 509-225-2485 or www.downtownyakima.com.
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4/3/2010
Darigold's Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Location: SunnysideFree egg hunt for children through 9 years of age. Each child needs to bring a sack or basket to gather eggs. Each egg will have a treat, coupon, or prize. All children participating will receive a free carton of delicious chocolate or white milk. Come join the fun and meet our friends from the fire department, police department, Miss Sunnyside court, Miss Cinco de Mayo court, and our Dairy Ambassador. Listed below are the egg hunt times for the childrens' age categories:
10:00am - 1 and 2 year olds
10:15am - 3 and 4 year olds
10:30am - 5 and 6 year olds
10:45am - 7, 8, and 9 year olds.
For information, please call Tami at 509-837-4321. -
4/4/2010
Easter Brunch at Kestrel Vintners
Location: Prosser11am-3pm - Enjoy a fabulous buffet brunch Wine Country Style at Kestrel Vintners. For reservation (required), call 509-786-CORK(2675). Cost:
Adults $28.95
Kids $14.95
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4/8/2010
Yakama Nation Wu’ ux im Lecture Series
Location: ToppenishEnjoy a free brown bag lecture event and choose one or all of the five lectures. The topics are about animals and plants around our lands. Bring your lunch. The lecture series are open to the public and held from 12-1pm on April 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at the Yakama Nation Museum. For information, call 509-865-2800, ext. 1.
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4/10/2010
Annual Kite Festival
Location: Paterson10am-4pm - Local kite enthusiasts are encouraged to bring their kites to Columbia Crest Winery to fly with experts from Columbia River Kite. This is a fun, free family event for all ages, so bring your kites and picnic on our beautiful landscaped grounds. Prizes will be awarded in various categories. No admittance fee. For information, call Erin at 425-415-3696.
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4/16/2010 - 4/25/2010
Spring Fling Festival
Location: Wapato , Toppenish , Zillah , Granger , Grandview , Benton City , Prosser , SunnysideWhile Yakima Valley wineries unveil their latest vintages with tastings straight from the barrel, Spring Fling Festival ties the fresh, sweet air of cherry blossoms and asparagus harvest with countryside events and celebrations.
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4/17/2010 - 4/18/2010
Barrel Tasting in the Rattlesnake Hills
Location: Wapato , Zillah , Outlook , Sunnyside , GrangerFree! An annual tradition in the Rattlesnake Hills. No ticket or premier pass required. Sixteen (16) wineries in the Rattlesnake Hills roll out the barrels for complimentary samples of soon-to-be-released and award-winning wines. Taste directly from the barrels and find out why Rattlesnake Hills wine grapes are some of the most sought after grapes in the industry. This weekend you'll find smaller lines and time for more one-on-one with the winemakers.
Purchase a $10 Passport for great discounts on wine and/or free reserve wine tasting at all the Rattlesnake Hills Wine Trail wineries. For information, call 509-965-4521 or 888-375-RHWT or www.rattlesnakehills.com .
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4/17/2010
Yakama Nation RV Park Arts and Crafts Show
Location: Toppenish10am-4pm - Arts and crafts show at the Yakama Nation RV Park. Vendors welcome, $20 a table. For information, call Tana at 509-865-2000 or 509-865-5121, ext. 4794.
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4/17/2010
Tchobanov and Valchinov at The Seasons
Location: Downtown Yakima7:30pm - Alexander Tchobanov and Angel Valchinov (piano and violin) perform at The Seasons Performance Hall. Tickets: $15. For tickets/information, call 509-453-1888 or www.theseasonsyakima.com.
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4/22/2010
Yakama Nation Wu’ ux im Lecture Series
Location: ToppenishEnjoy a free brown bag lecture event and choose one or all of the five lectures. The topics are about animals and plants around our lands. Bring your lunch. The lecture series are open to the public and held from 12-1pm on April 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at the Yakama Nation Museum. For information, call 509-865-2800, ext. 1.
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4/23/2010 - 4/25/2010
Spring Barrel Tasting Rattlesnake Hills Style
Location: Wapato , Zillah , Outlook , Granger , SunnysideFree! An annual tradition for more than 20 years in the Yakima Valley. No ticket or premier pass required at our wineries. Winemakers at the sixteen (16) wineries in the Rattlesnake Hills offer samples of soon-to-be-released and award-winning wines. Taste directly from the barrels, speak with the winemakers about their craft and gain insight into the artistic process of the fine, award-winning wines produced in the Rattlesnake Hills. This weekend you'll find live bands, artists, and food vendors in the Rattlesnake Hills.
Purchase a $10 Passport for great discounts on wine and/or free reserve wine tasting at all the Rattlesnake Hills Wine Trail wineries. You must have a glass to sample this weekend. For information, visit www.rattlesnakehills.com or call 509-965-4521 or 888-375-RHWT. -
4/23/2010 - 4/25/2010
Spring Barrel Tasting in the Yakima Valley
Location: Yakima , Prosser , Naches , Sunnyside , Wapato , Outlook , Benton City , Zillah , Granger , Downtown YakimaFrom 10am-5pm daily, barrel tasting allows tasters a sneak preview of upcoming vintages from their favorite wineries. This special weekend in the Yakima Valley features winemakers and cellar staff who are on hand to share insights and answer questions on the winemaking process. Many of the 50 participating wineries make special efforts to enhance the wine tasting experience by adding delicious cheeses, sauces, salsas, and even desserts to the mix along with special tastings and education.
Upgrade your Yakima Valley wine tasting experience with a Wine Yakima Valley Premiere pass. Passes are $30.00 on-line or $35.00 at the door. On-line Pass sales will begin February 1, 2010 and be discontinued April 21, 2010. Passes are non-refundable, but can be transferred to another Wine Yakima Valley event. Your purchase of a Premiere Pass (wristband) includes a 15oz commemorative wineglass. For information, www.wineyakimavalley.org or call 509-965-5201.


