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A cute tasting room located in the St. Francis hotel. A small venue with a nice patio offering wines by the glass and flights. Would recommend making reservations if more than 2 people. The staff is fabulous - attentive and very friendly. Paul, Acadia and Daniel were wonderful bartenders. We made repeat visits just to see them.

Having already established his own fine French champagne style wine in Bethon, France, winery founder Gilbert Gruet came across some winemaking pioneers while on a trip to the southwestern US in 1983. Hearing of the experiences by these Europeans making wine from New Mexico grapes piqued his interest. The sandy soils and high elevations along with the swing in night and day temperatures seemed like ideal conditions for growing grapes that he was familiar. Two of his children ended up taking on the adventure to establish the state as a premier location for making fine sparkling wines in 1984. Focusing on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes, as well as some Pinot Meunier, their first sparkling release was in 1989 (from the 1987 harvest). In 1993, the Albuquerque tasting room was established and a Santa Fe tasting room followed in 2016. What began as a dream and possibility has now become a well-known source for some of the best sparkling wines made in the Unites States. In addition to grapes from New Mexico, grapes are also supplemented from vineyards in California and Washington. With a focus on Méthode Champenoise, you know you will be in for a fantastic tasting experience. We tried out the tasting room in Santa Fe. When you walk in, you will instantly be mesmerized by the bright décor, easily viewable bottles of bubblies, and friendly staff members ready to assist you. Tastings are typically done in different flights or customized ones, and there are non-sparkling wines to try as well. We stuck with the Chardonnay/Pinot Noir sparkling flights for our visit. First up, was the Sauvage NV. Aged for 24 months, this Chardonnay bubbly is bone dry with fine bubbles and notes of apples and citrus. Next was the Blanc de Blancs NV. This Brut style sparkling has a zestier feel with tropical notes and apples. We were intrigued with the 2018 Blanc de Blancs. This 42-month aged en tirage has some toasty notes of almonds and mature apples along with an excellent long finish. We were really excited by the 2016 Gilbert Gruet Grande Reserve. This Chardonnay based beast was aged one year in oak and three years en tirage. Along with the super fine bubbles, there is some great minerality, plus citrus and apples, along with a luscious creaminess. Yes, wow! The other four sparkling wines that we tried were Pinot Noir based. The Barrel-aged Bland de Noirs NV has 10% Chardonnay added to it. Aged for six months in French oak plus 16 months sur latte, the strawberry aromatics were wonderful along with vanilla and pineapple flavors. The Sauvage Rosé NV was all Pinot Noir. This two-year aged jewel was also bone-dry and had notes of strawberries and cherries along with very fine bubbles. The other 100% Pinot Noir sparkling we tried was the Brut Rosé NV. It was quite aromatic with more strawberry notes and a bit more acidity to the finish. Savor a great one for last and enjoy the 2016 Grande Rosé. Also blended with 10% Chardonnay, this lovely bubbly will hit you about mid palate with black cherries, some creaminess, and a very satisfying long finish. Everything served here is quite good and we are sure you will be walking away with a few bottles as souvenirs, too. You will feel warm and welcomed here as well as being entertained by the friendly staff chat. Santé!

I did a sparkling white flight and golden caviar side. Wine and service both very good. The pricey caviar was terrible. The main problems were the carb bases. The mini blinis were stone cold and dry. The bruscheta was overly suffused with olive oil and a bit stale. When asked I told my server about he blinis and she gave me a discount. She seemed to know this was a problem.

What wonderful time we had a Gruet Winery. We drink Gruet often and since we were traveling through Santa Fe, we had to stop and taste. So glad we did, Paul was a pleasure to meet and so informative and friendly. Highly recommend this place!! Look forward to tasting the bottles we bought for our 20th wedding anniversary. Cheers!

The day we went it was raining which attributed to the poor service and harried experience. The wine was mediocre for our taste and we bought one bottle. Unlike other winery we’ve visited the tasting was not waived if we purchased bottles.

I love Gruet and buy it whenever we are celebrating. I wanted to try sparklers that weren’t readily available. They were all delicious. We ordered a New Mexican Sunset for the prickly pear and it was a little too peach forward for my taste buds. This will always be a stop for me when in New Mexico.

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Specializing in traditional méthode champenoise for its pinot noir and chardonnay sparkling wines, this family-owned winery with a rich history in France also crafts a small collection of still vintages. Sample Gruet Winery’s award-winning wines—all are unique—with Sauvage Rosé, Grand Reserve Blanc de Blancs, Pinot Noir or Cabernet Sauvignon to choose from. Tour the Albuquerque winery or visit the cozy Santa Fe tasting room, which serves cheese plates and features a seasonal patio.

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Enjoy the Wineries and Tasting Rooms in and around Santa Fe

Surprise! New Mexico is home to the oldest wine-growing region in the nation! We’re talking as far back as 1629, 50 years before the first vines were planted in California. At that time, the appetite for the fermented grape lay squarely with the ruling Spaniards, who were devout Catholics. Sacramental wine was central to their daily masses and it was in short supply.

A pair of friars to the rescue: Fray Garcîa de Zuñiga and Antonio de Arteaga smuggled vines out of Spain and planted them in the fertile soil along the Rio Grande. The variety was aptly named the Mission grape and is still grown in New Mexico.

Today there are more than 50 wineries and tasting rooms across the state, many of which are in Santa Fe or just a short day trip away. Explore the lore behind every one with your discerning palate. Here’s a non-exhaustive roundup or do your own research via the New Mexico Wine & Grape Growers Association .

Santa Fe Tasting Rooms

Ahymo wine garden.

Masquerading as a gallery on historic Canyon Road is the hidden gem of Ahymo Wine Garden . Wander through the art space to the shady, flower-forward back patio for a wine menu that’s distinctly New Mexican (serving Vivác and Gruet) and refreshingly creative. Sandwiches, salads, and sweets, too. 

Crafted Tasting Room

Located in the iconic Inn and Spa at Loretto, Crafted Cafe is the spot for exclusive tastings of New Mexico’s premier wines, including Casa Rondeña, Gruet, Milagro, Sheehan, and Vivác. Sip, savor, and fortify yourself with some light bites in this contemporary vibe.

Gruet Tasting Room

You can try to say no to a sparkling wine-paired caviar flight at Gruet’s Santa Fe Tasting Room, located in the Hotel St. Francis, but good luck with that. Founded in 1984 by Gilbert Gruet, whose Champagne house (Gruet et Fils) has produced fine Champagnes in Bethon, France since 1952, Gruet Winery specializes in Méthode Champenoise sparkling wines using grapes grown principally in New Mexico. You can taste in Albuquerque , too, and/or check out whether your visit coincides with one of these fun tasting events .

Hervé Wine Bar

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El Alamo Winery

Black Mesa Winery and Cidery

Vivác Winery

Embudo Valley Vineyards and Winery

You’ll find Embudo Valley Vineyards and Winery ensconced on 25 cultivated acres of the Embudo Valley Organics farm along the banks of the Rio Grande river. Award-winning winemaker John Johnson produces crisp whites and fruit-forward reds and recently oversaw the planting of Pinot Noir and Riesling grapes, adding to the Baco Noir contingent. Make a trip to Rinconada for one of their tastings which include the entire wine collection. You can’t beat the bright, open wood-paneled space, charmingly adorned by a grand piano or find a spot on their generous portal.

La Chiripada Winery

Las Nueve Niñas Winery

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5 Best New Mexico Wineries Near Santa Fe

At a variety of New Mexico wineries, the clink of a glass, the lush green of the Rio Grande, and the sweet smell of a vino legacy is waiting for you. While on your New Mexico white water rafting adventure, consider taking a tour through history, one glass at a time. 

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Gruet winery, black mesa winery, herve wine bar, la chiripada winery.

Read on to learn more about five of the best New Mexico wineries near Santa Fe to explore after white water rafting in New Mexico. Want to skip the list and go straight for the sip trip? Explore our Whitewater and Wine Tasting Day Trip !

Four hundred years ago the Spanish brought the first grapevines into the Rio Grande region. Today there is a host of New Mexico wineries that offer tastings, parings, and the pure bliss that comes from a great glass of wine and a spectacular view. Experience the tradition of excellence perfected by New Mexico. We recommend you set aside 2-3 hours per stop to fully enjoy each unique winery.

1. Vivác Winery  

Tucked into the Dixon Valley foothills, you’ll find a tasting room filled with locals and tourists alike. The heart and soul of the founding brothers and their wives, Jesse and Chris Padberg, have provided the foundation for internationally renowned wines made from the best hand-picked grapes in New Mexico. Their passion for wine extends beyond a simple glass, pouring over into an immersive tasting experience. Vivác’s knowledgeable staff will help pair wines with premium foods and chocolates including Ek.Chuah chocolates, a boutique chocolate with hand-crafted, small-lot truffles. 

2. Gruet Winery

The pop of a cork and the wonderfully refreshing bubbles that come with an expert pour of Gruet wine will leave your mind wandering back to the roots of this American dream vineyard. Founder Gilbert Gruet inspired his family to continue their French tradition of Champagne excellence here in New Mexico with excellent Chardonnay, Pino Noir, and sparkling wines. Collecting a host of awards and accolades from the nation’s top sommeliers, Gruet should be on any wine lover’s list. Reservations are preferred at the tasting room.

3. Black Mesa Winery

Farmer’s markets, live music, petroglyphs, wine, and cider….. my oh my. Black Mesa Winery has nearly all you could want from fresh vegetables, local goods, and award-winning ciders and wines. This winery set in the small Rio Grande Valley town of Velarde makes a perfect pit stop on the way back to Santa Fe from a day of adventuring on the Rio Grande. Their Bite Me Hard ciders are also available on tap at a plethora of breweries in the region!

4. Herve Wine Bar

If you’re looking for a carefully crafted dinner menu paired to perfection with award-winning wines, look no further than Herve Wine Bar in Santa Fe. This tasting room a mere block away from the historic Santa Fe plaza transformed a former nightclub into a tranquil and luxurious dining experience. The French-inspired décor and ceiling wide skylight inspire an ambiance complementing the sophisticated flavors of D.H. Lescombes wine. Finish the evening with locally ground espresso, cappuccino, or pour-over coffee and dessert. Reservations are recommended. 

5. La Chiripada Winery

No list would be complete without New Mexico’s oldest winery, La Chiripada. This family-run winery began in 1977 in the lush Rio Embudo Valley. Grapes for their specialty wines were carefully selected to handle the high elevation and warm summer day characteristic of the region. They boast a wide range of unique wines ranging from a spicy red Rhone-styled red to a light refreshing Blush wine. Experience the local paring of their Primavera wine with the signature spicy red and green chiles of New Mexican cuisine.

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Enjoy a sparkling wine tasting at gruet winery.

For a particularly lovely outing in Santa Fe, head over to the nearby Gruet Winery for a sparkling wine tasting. The wine bar and tasting room has a crisp and clean interior with a Spanish-Mission design: white adobe walls, wrought iron chandeliers, and arched doorways. Or enjoy your tasting on the outdoor patio space with burbling fountains, shade trees, and candlelight in the evenings. The elegant space is bright and refreshing, much like the bubbly wine they serve.

As a guest at our Santa Fe Bed and Breakfast , the Gruet Winery is only a scenic ten-minute walk—most of our favorite attractions are within walking distance—from our Inn. You’ll absolutely be thrilled with our location; it’s central and close to all of the activity but also set back on a quiet street, ideal for a relaxing getaway. Our six guest rooms are each uniquely appointed with bright colors and textiles akin to Southwestern cultures. All rooms have private entrances and access to our gorgeous garden patios.

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A Founder of Santa Fe Sparkling Wine: Gruet Winery

Since the 1980s, this Santa Fe winery has been breaking barriers for the industry in the Southwest. The story behind Gruet Winery begins in Bethon, France, where the founder, Gilbert Gruet, planted his first vineyard in 1952. In the early 80s, Gruet had his eye on land in the US and settled on New Mexico for his sparkling crops. The first release from Gruet Winery grown in New Mexico was in 1989: the 1987 Brut and Blanc de Noir.

Decades later, Gruet Winery continues to produce beautiful wines and has made quite a name for itself in the industry. The tasting room in Santa Fe opened in 2016 and is a perfect spot for a quiet date night or early afternoon flight. They offer wine by the glass, sparkling wine cocktails, and light appetizers. We often hear from our return guests that they include a stop at Gruet Winery each time they visit Santa Fe.

While Gruet Winery is a great destination, there are so many fantastic New Mexico wineries and wine bars to check out on your stay. Continue reading for other great spots for a glass of wine in Santa Fe!

The Best Places to Drink Wine in Santa Fe

• Herve Wine Bar : On arrival, you’ll feel the French-Quarter vibes in this newly renovated wine bar just a block west of the Historic Santa Fe Plaza. Enjoy wine from the award-winning New Mexico winery D.H. Lescombes and lovely small plates to share.
• TerraCotta Wine Bistro : Head to this inviting wine bar and cafe near the Georgia O’Keefe Museum in downtown Santa Fe for globally-inspired dishes and an extensive wine list. You’ll find local and international selections by the glass and bottle in an intimate, yet casual atmosphere.
• Arroyo Vino : Come for an elegant dinner menu presented with fresh, seasonal ingredients. The wine list is long and detailed—thankfully, the knowledgeable staff can direct you towards the best pairing.
• La Casa Sena Wine Shop : For more than 20 years running, this Santa Fe wine shop has received Wine Spectator ‘s “Best Award of Excellence” for its ample selection of international and local wines, as well as the impecible service. The lunch and dinner menu boasts flavorful dishes with a Mediterranean spin.

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Historic Architectural & Interiors Walking + Wine Tasting Tour An architectural and historical perspective on Santa Fe

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Fragrant wisteria vines cascading over an adobe wall, a hand carved rustic door leading to a secret courtyard, and plastered adobe walls mixed with mica or straw glistening in the sun. Join us on an exclusive and charming tour that looks at the important role three primary architectural styles have played in Santa Fe’s historic, social and cultural contexts.

You’ll also learn about the history and importance of the acequia (water ditch) that parallels our walkway. It continues to be used to irrigate private residential gardens with the time-old tradition of controlled water flow.

New Mexicans create homes with timeless appeal and natural environments, creating a rich narrative journey. By the end of this tour, you’ll be attuned to the different characters of each architectural style and their history, you’ll appreciate the inherent importance of the acequia, and bear witness to some of the interesting personalities that played a key role in architectural preservation. This tour provides in-depth knowledge of Santa Fe’s historic, social, and cultural movements that have been instrumental in influencing Santa Fe’s distinctive and special architecture.

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I was eight years old traveling west on Route 66 with my parents on a summer road trip to the New Mexican Cimarron desert, exploring geologic formations that made this part of the United States. I’d sit in the rear seat thinking of observational games to keep my mind occupied, watching swift Roadrunner birds (made famous by the Looney Tunes animators) keeping pace with our four door sedan motoring at 100 kph. This tickled me pink, catching glimpses of that bird thinking it must be a tough catch, and if once caught, not a lot of meat reward on its bones. Seeing the flat arid desert climate around Santa Fe, I realized how beautiful, yet unforgiving the landscape would be for wildlife.

My mother had gone back to University to secure her Bachelor of Science degree. This was our impetus for the trip, and hopefully instilled in me an appreciation for earth sciences and the billions of years of soil erosion by the elements. I adored New Mexico state history and the local Indian tribes who had occupied the land for thousands of years prior.

Wickedly dry, and hot but with refreshing windy weather conditions, I never felt the humid oppression of my Northeast Oklahoma home. We stopped at Santa Fe museums dedicated to the artist Georgia O’Keeffe.

Her magical paintings captured the desert colors, and light reflections. Part of the desert erosion are these natural monolithic outcroppings (Mesa’s) soaring hundreds of meters out of the desert floor. On the New Mexican horizon afforded the higher cooler mountain elevations, ideal for vineyard development, until then not contemplated.

The Gruet family, led by Gilbert Gruet, has been growing grapes in the Champagne region since the early 1950s. An experimental vineyard planted in the ‘70s near Engel, New Mexico, brought a group of French vignerons in 1981 to tour the US Southwest. Mr. Gruet immediately recognized the banner potential for conventionally raised grapes, however, the dry climate, with uniquely low pests and diseases in the vineyards, and the soil impact affecting sparkling wine production all conspired for low chemical intervention winemaking. While not organic, it was far less intensive than vineyards in the Champagne region. His unique perspective developing the Bethon village’s wine co-op (a grape and winery co-operative), utilizing his vineyard and contract negotiation skills to build trusted collaborative business synergies with the N.M. locals.

Sparkling wine’s best and worst flavor qualities are made in the vineyard. All sparkling wine viticulturists seek a high acid, low ph grape grown with neutral fruit flavor harmony. The captured wine, and secondary bottle ferments strive only to highlight the wine’s bubbles and round fruit flavors finesse.

The Gruet winery cellar team is sophisticated and modern, wedded to current technological advances to deliver a consistently superior wine. The wine press has universally acknowledged Gruet’s superior quality, having been awarded no fewer than fifty international and domestic commendations over the previous 30 vintages!

1989 was the first Gruet (vintage 1987) commercial release. The winery quickly established a distribution network on both coasts, and has become a winery destination renowned for International Balloon Fiestas, and more recently fine culinary traditions with Gruet American wine partnerships in Washington, Oregon, and California vineyards.

My personal experience is with the three Gruet core portfolio sparkling wines below:

Gruet NV Brut

Offers crisp green apple and citrus peel; an introduction to their traditional (Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir base), lighter yeasty, yet clean house style.

Gruet 2018 Blanc de Blancs

Fresh and complex aromas of toasted almonds, baked brioche with apple, and grapefruit ginger marmalade flavors. As with most Blanc de Blancs (Chardonnay based) sparkling wine the finish is lean, zesty, and dramatically delicious.

Gruet 2016 Grand Rosé Cuvée Danielle

The 2016 Grand Rose “Cuveé Danielle” with aromas of mixed red berries, and the soupçon of signature yeasty bread complex finish.

The wine world owes a debt of gratitude to Mr. Gruet for his vision of foreseeing the uniquely delicious sparkling New Mexican wines, and his savvy skills in building interstate relationships with the Pacific coast vineyards.

Peter Birmingham

Restaurant General Manager, Corporate Beverage Director, & Hospitality Consultant, with these qualities he represents a Triple Threat: a culinary tableside historian, an accomplished wine taster with the casual ability to make flavor relationships and beverage quality value accessible.

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The Fiesta at the Rancho starts at 5:30 p.m. May 11 with live entertainment, a buffet dinner and a silent auction outdoors at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, 6200 Flying Leo Carrillo Lane. The event benefits the California History and Art Program at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park. The program gives local fourth-grade students a chance to visit Carrillo Ranch and see Carrillo’s vision of early California life and join in an interactive art lesson at no cost. Tickets are $150, including sangria and beverages from the hosted bar and a buffet dinner. Visit carlsbadca.gov/departments/parks-recreation/programs-and-events/special-events/fiesta-at-the-rancho.

Carlsbad Village Street Faire marks 50th anniversary

The Carlsbad Village Street Faire, hosted by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 5 in Downtown Carlsbad, celebrating its 50th Anniversary. The bi-annual event features more than 800 vendors, live music, international food courts and a beer garden along with interactive activities for kids. Free shuttles will run to the fair every 15 minutes from the Shoppes at Carlsbad and Poinsettia Coaster Station. Free bike valet is at the Engel & Volkers parking lot, 2965 Roosevelt St. Visit https://carlsbad.org/carlsbad-village-street-faire/.

Snails topic of talk at lagoon

Batiquitos Lagoon hosts a free presentation at 10 a.m. May 11 by Paul Tuskes on some of the unique snails and clams living in local coastal lagoons. Tuskes will also discuss invasive species from Asia, predators, and changes in underwater diversity based on recent surveys. The family event is geared to adults and kids, age 15 and older. Meet at the Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Lane. Registration is required at batiquitoslagoon.org .

Kids Day at The Flower Fields

The Kids Day at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch is May 5. The event features a stunt show by the BMX Freestyle Team from 1 to 3 p.m. There will also be bubble making, face painting and other activities. The Flower Fields at 5704 Paseo Del Norte are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Mother’s Day. The venue features 55 acres of colorful giant tecolote ranunculus along with family-oriented activities and special events. Additional attractions include a Sweet Pea Maze, a butterfly garden, Santa’s Playground, an American Flag of flowers and a Mediterranean Garden. Tickets are $23; $21 for seniors 60 and older and military; $14 for children age 3–10, and free for children under age 3. Tickets must be purchased in advance at theflowerfields.com .

CHULA VISTA

Chrome ball tour on may 4.

The Chrome Ball Tour will be held from noon to 10 p.m. May 4 at 300 Park Way , presented by Trust & Will, as part of an 18-city community engagement platform that unites diverse neighborhoods of San Diego County through soccer, art and local culture. Highlights include a car show, a beer garden, a Chula Vista First Responders Tournament and other 3v3 street soccer tournaments, a Lucha Libre performance, a Community Fashion Show with musical performance by Rossi Rock and Sebby OG, and musical acts featuring DJ Beto Perez, Vilma Diaz y La Sonora and Lil Rob. The event will feature artwork by local Chula Vista artists Josue Baltezar, Chikle! and Paola “Panca” Villaseñor. There will be a kids activity with inflatables, face painting and more. Admission is free. Visit sandiegofc.com .

Spring concert features Musica Antiqua Nova

St. Mark’s Church hosts a free community spring concert featuring the Musica Antiqua Nova group from 3 to 4 p.m. May 4 at 580 Hilltop Drive. The program includes a variety of music and nearly 30 instruments from the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods. Musica Antiqua Nova is a six-member group, led by Cathe Sobke, who perform music in languages from 11th to 18th centuries featuring European composers Josquin des Prez, Bach, Telemann and Dowland and Peruvian composer Torrejón with costumes, songs in many languages and dance. Admission is free; donations are welcome. Visit stmarkschulavista.org .

Kiwanis Club puts on wine, beer tasting

The Kiwanis Club of Alpine hosts Vintage Alpine, a wine, beer and food event in the country, from 1 to 4 p.m. May 5 at Summers Past Farms, 15602 Olde Highway 80. The event features numerous wineries and tastings of wine, beer and food. Tickets are $80 before May 1; $90 on day of event at vintagealpine.ticketleap.com/vintage-alpine-2024 . Call (619) 722-0035.

Spring Rose Show next month

The San Diego Rose Society will put on its 96th annual Rose Show and Auction from 1 to 5 p.m. May 4 and 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May 5 at the Ronald Reagan Community Center, 195 E. Douglas Ave. A live auction is at 2 p.m. May 5. Admission and parking are free; donations are appreciated. Visit sandiegorosesociety.com/roseshow.

Concert features Caballero’s Cinco de Mayo

The Friends of the Encinitas Library host El Quinteto Caballero’s Cinco de Mayo from 2 to 3 p.m. May 5 at the library, 540 Cornish Drive, featuring the Latin jazz trumpeter Bill Caballero and his ensemble. The program will include Latin jazz music and some funk. Visit encinitaslibfriends.org.

Senior center offers mahjong class

A free four-week class introducing the beginner to the basic rules and simple strategies of American-style mahjong is from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays, May 1- 22, at the Encinitas Community and Senior Center (Room 135), at 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. Every student must buy the current mahjong card (large size) from the National Mah Jongg League at nationalmahjonggleague.org before the first class. The class is taught by community volunteers and limited to eight players. Register at the Encinitas Community and Senior Center. Call (760) 943-2250.

Gourd and Basket Guild runs ‘Woven Treasures’ art show

The Misti Washington Gourd and Basket Guild presents a free art show, “Woven Treasures,” at the Encinitas Community and Senior Center, featuring baskets and other artworks created by members the Misti Washington Gourd and Basket Guild. The show, which includes 27 artworks, continues through May 8. The center at 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Visit encinitasca.gov/visualart .

Interfaith National Day of Prayer gathering

An Interfaith National Day of Prayer— Voices of Faith, Voices of Compassion — is from 5:50 to 6:30 p.m. May 2 at the Escondido City Hall patio in Grape Day Park, 321 N. Broadway. The event includes music, prayers and reflections led by community members from various faith traditions. The gathering is sponsored by Faith Leaders of Escondido and Interfaith Community Services. Attendees are asked to bring nonperishable items to be donated to Interfaith Community Services, an Escondido-based nonprofit that serves community members in crisis, such as those without shelter.

Wildflower Show coming up

The Julian Woman’s Club hosts the 98th annual Wildflower Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 3-4 in its clubhouse, 2607 C St. The show features wildflowers from seven regions in and around Julian, and it will exhibit samples from the many different flowering species that grow in the area. The clubhouse will display artwork by local students, and there will be items for sale, including a quilt made by club members to be raffled off in an opportunity drawing. The show is free to the public. Donations and sales are appreciated; proceeds go to the club’s scholarship fund and to support the community. Visit julianwomansclub.org .

Free ‘History Alive’ lecture

A free “History Alive” lecture is at 7 p.m. May 2 presented by Joyce Moore, who will discuss the Lemon Grove Community Garden at Treganza Heritage Park and the accomplishments of Thrive Lemon Grove, including its food distribution. Moore is president of Thrive Lemon Grove and serves on the board of the Community Garden. The lecture will be in the H. Lee House Cultural Center, 3205 Olive St., in Treganza Heritage Park. Visit thrivelemongrove.com .

Rotary holds Bowling Fundraiser

The La Mesa Sunrise Rotary Club will host its annual Bowling Fundraiser from 5:30 to 8:45 p.m. May 10 at Parkway Bowl, 1280 Fletcher Parkway, in El Cajon. Proceeds support the La Mesa Sunrise Rotary Club Foundation for local and international community projects. Past projects include scholarships for high school seniors, the La Mesa Community Garden, improvements to the Canine Corners Dog Park, nutrition education at Harriet Tubman Charter School, and Rotary’s Polio Plus eradication efforts. Individual tickets are $60. Group tickets start at $240 per four-person team and include two games with a ball and shoes, two large pizzas, two pitchers of beer or soda and a ticket for an opportunity drawing with prizes. Cosmic Bowling is $280 per team of four. Extra tickets for the opportunity drawing will be sold during the event. Tickets are at lamesasunriserotary.com .

NORTH COUNTY

Widows, widowers group holds social activities.

The Catholic Widows and Widowers of North County, a group that fosters friendships through various social activities, will hold these upcoming events:

May 5: MiraCosta College Theatre, “Anon(ymous),” Oceanside, $15, followed by meal at Village Kitchen Pie Shoppe, Carlsbad.

May 8: Chapters Cafe, Dove Library Carlsbad, followed by free movie, “Barbie,” at the library.

May 9: Walk, Kit Carson Park, Escondido, followed by lunch at BJ’s Roadhouse.

May 15: Brunch, Lotus Cafe, Encinitas, followed by free Wednesday Concert Series, Encinitas Library.

May 21: Dinner, Carvers Steaks & Chops, Rancho Bernardo.

May 23: Walk, Oceanside Harbor, with lunch to follow at Oceanside Broiler.

May 29: Tour, Mass and lunch, Prince of Peace Abbey, Oceanside.

Reservations are required at (818) 665-8150. Visit cwwnc.com .

Beach cleanup at pier

A beach and street cleanup is from 9 to 11 a.m. May 4 at the Oceanside Municipal Pier, The Strand N, hosted by the Surfrider Foundation, San Diego Chapter. Meet at Lifeguard Tower 8, near the corner of Breakwater and The Strand. Register at sandiego.surfrider.org/events .

RANCHO BERNARDO

Chalk it up event at park.

The Rancho Bernardo Community Council sponsors the free 14th annual Chalk It Up Event from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 4 at Rancho Bernardo Community Park, 18448 W. Bernardo Drive (by the playground). There will be free chalk for attendees to express their artistic skills. The event is open to all ages and there will be prizes in different age categories. Teams are welcome. There will be free cookies from Casa de las Campanas and water from Albertsons. Visit rbcommunitycouncil.com .

Spring Garden Tour in Rancho Bernardo, Poway

The Bernardo Gardeners Club puts on its Spring Garden Tour from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May 4 featuring outstanding gardens in Rancho Bernardo and Poway. The event includes self-guided tours, vendors, crafts, jewelry, garden art, fine art, plants and plant arrangements and free refreshments. Master Gardeners can answer gardening questions. The event is open to ages 12 and older. Tickets are $30 at Walter Andersen Nursery, 12755 Danielson Court, in Poway, and El Plantio Nursery, 1322 San Pasqual Valley Road, in Escondido, or brownpapertickets.com . Day-of tickets at tour homes are cash or check only. Visit bernardogardeners.org.

Free library concert May 4

A “May the Fourth Be with You” concert is from 3 to 4 p.m. May 4 at the Rancho Bernardo Library, 17110 Bernardo Center Drive, in the community room. The free concert features the Windcreek Ensemble under the direction of David Liu. Visit friendsoftherblibrary.org .

Church holds food drive

Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church sponsors a drive-thru grocery collection from 9 to 11 a.m. May 4 at 17010 Pomerado Road. Groceries will be donated to the 4 Community Care food pantry serving families and seniors in need in the Poway Unified School District area. Also, checks made out to “4 Community Care” are appreciated. If you are interested in volunteering at a 4 Community Care food pantry, email [email protected].

Walk for Animals at Liberty Station

The San Diego Humane Society’s Walk for Animals is from 7 to 11 a.m. May 4 at NTC Park at Liberty Station, 2455 Cushing Road. Participants can bring a pet and can join a team, form a team or join individually or be a sponsor. A Blessing of the animals is at 8:45 a.m. Proceeds help the nonprofit care for more than 40,000 animals. The nonprofit provides shelter and medical care, helps families adopt new pets, and rescues animals from cruelty and neglect. Registration starts at 7 a.m. Entry fees are $40 for 18 and older through May 3 and $50 on event day; $20 for 17 and younger through May 3 and $25 on event day. Virtual Walk participants who are not attending the walk in person but are fundraising and walking their own way: $20. Visit sdwalkforanimals.org .

Toastmasters hold Tell Tales contest

The Voyagers Toastmasters club will present a Tall Tales contest at 7 p.m. May 2 at Gather CoWork, upstairs at 1223 Cleveland Ave., Suite 200, in Hillcrest. The contest involves humor and storytelling. Admission is free. Visitors are welcome; register in advance at [email protected] .

Clairemont Outdoor Living and Garden Tour

The 27th annual Clairemont Outdoor Living and Garden Tour is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 4 featuring 14 gardens with canyon views, water-wise landscaping, native plants, succulents, bromeliads and vegetable gardens in Clairemont, including Bay Ho and Bay Park. There will be free instruction on tool sharpening, composting and food dehydration, among other topics. Several artists will have artwork for sale. Tickets are $20 through May 2, online only; free for kids younger than 12. Tickets can be purchased in person May 3-4 at the Clairemont Town Square, 4821 Clairemont Drive for $25. Visit clairemontonline.com.

Gaslamp Quarter Cinco de Mayo Festival

The Gaslamp District will put on a Cinco de Mayo extravaganza — Viva la Fiesta — from noon to 8 p.m. May 4 at Fifth Avenue between Island and G streets, with live Latin entertainment, street dancing, Mexican cuisine and competitions. Highlights include ballet folklorico, paired with tunes of DJ Beto, mariachis and Latin cover bands. A Lucha Libre Tournament is from 1 to 7 p.m. There will be acrobatics as world-class luchadores take to the ring. Restaurants and bars will offer food and drink specials. Handcrafted goods from over 20 Mexican vendors will sold, ranging from textiles to pottery. A low rider competition will feature over 60 participants and there will be games, arts and crafts and prizes for all ages. Admission is free. Visit gaslamp.org.

Celebration benefits mental health care for children

San Diego Center for Children puts on its 137th Anniversary Celebration, Heart of the Center, at 5:30 p.m. May 11 at its main San Diego campus, 3002 Armstrong St. The event will feature gourmet dinner stations with specialty cocktails, live auction packages and performances by the center’s youths. The nonprofit children’s mental health care provider offers outpatient, residential and educational mental health programs and serves over 1,000 at-risk and underserved youths daily. The nonprofit, which opened in 1887, has a 12-acre main campus, which houses the residential programs and nonpublic school along with nine program sites. Rady Children’s Hospital will be honored as the recipient of the center’s 2024 PATH Award. Visit sdcc.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/137thAnniversaryCelebration/tabid/1414609/Default.aspx.

SAN DIEGO COUNTY

Upcoming blood drives.

The San Diego Blood Bank will hold blood drives in the following parking lots (unless otherwise noted):

• Lemon Grove Improvement Council, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 27 at 3215 Lemon Grove Ave., Lemon Grove.
• Guardian Angels Catholic Church, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 28 at 9310 Dalehurst Road, Santee.
• Pathways Community Church, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. April 28 at 9626 Carlton Hills Blvd., Santee.
• The Broken Yolk Café, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. April 29 at 9832 Mission Gorge Road, Santee.
• Target, noon to 5 p.m. April 29 at 3150 Business Park Drive, Vista.
• Helix Charter High School, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. April 30 at 7323 University Ave., La Mesa.
• St. Paul’s PACE, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April 30 at 630 L. St., Chula Vista.
• Kaiser Pemanente - Vandever, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. April 30 in front of building at 4405 Vandever Ave., San Diego.
• Vallecitos Water District, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 30 at 201 Vallecitos de Oro, San Marcos.
• Albertsons, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 30 at 1929 W. San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos.
• Anytime Fitness, noon to 5 p.m. April 30 at on street, 850 Main St., Ramona.
• Grossmont High School, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 1 at 1100 Murray Drive, El Cajon.
• UC San Diego Aquatics Center, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May 1 at 6860 Hopkins Drive, La Jolla.
• IDEA Center High School, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 2 at 1600 Cuyamaca St., El Cajon.
• El Cajon High School, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 2 at 1035 E. Madison Ave., El Cajon.
• Valley Center Chamber of Commerce, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 2 at North Coast Church, 30277 Community Church Drive, Pauma Valley.
• US Bank, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 3 at 840 S. Coast Highway, Oceanside.
• Starbucks, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 4 at 4227 Genesee Ave., San Diego.
• St. James Catholic Church, 7:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. May 5 at 625 S. Nardo Drive, Solana Beach.
• Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 5 at 2128 Chatsworth Blvd. (parked on Udall Street), San Diego.
• The Cottage Encinitas, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 6 at 127 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas.
• Fallbrook High School, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 6, parked behind the Guard Gate at 2400 Stage Coach Lane, Fallbrook.
• Montecito High School, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. May 8 in the Multipurpose Room at 720 Ninth St., Ramona.
• St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 8 at 700 D Ave., Coronado.

Donors must be 17 and older, weigh at least 114 pounds, and be in good health. Photo identification is required. To make an appointment or find more drives, call (800) 469-7322 or visit sandiegobloodbank.org . Walk-ins are also welcome.

Master Gardeners Spring Garden Expo

The Spring Garden Expo, “Let the Young Buds Bloom,” will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 4 at Home Depot, 7530 Broadway, Lemon Grove, presented by the University of California Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Program of San Diego County. A second expo on “Grow, Sow, Shop” will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 18 at the College Area Community Garden, Zura Way and Montezuma Road, in San Diego. Highlights include gardening talks and demonstrations by Master Gardeners, crafts, free tool sharpening and garden sales. Admission is free. Visit mastergardenersd.org.

Feeding San Diego seeks volunteer drivers

Feeding San Diego, a nonprofit Feeding America partner food bank that provides hunger-relief and food rescue, needs volunteer drivers to pick up food from grocery stores and other food donors and deliver it to nearly 200 partner organizations. The partners help get food to people experiencing food insecurity throughout San Diego County. Food rescue drivers must be 18 or older. Volunteer drivers use their own personal vehicle for food rescue pickups; but the nonprofit can train drivers to use refrigerated vans provided by Feeding San Diego if needed and approved by the transportation team. Volunteers can commit to a recurring pickup for at least six months or support sporadic pickups as needed, which is more flexible for volunteers who can’t make a weekly commitment. Visit feedingsandiego.org/volunteer .

Volunteers sought to join crisis team

The Trauma Intervention Programs of San Diego, aka TIP, is looking for volunteers to join crisis teams and support trauma victims at emergency scenes. TIP is especially in need of volunteers in East County communities along with National City and Coronado. No experience necessary; training provided. Training Academy and registration information is at tipsandiego.org or (855) TIPSD-HELP (855-847-7343).

Volunteers needed to advocate for foster kids

Voices for Children is looking for volunteers to speak up for foster children in court, school and medical situations to make sure their needs are met. The San Diego nonprofit, which also serves Riverside County, started its annual campaign called “Your Voice, Their Future” to encourage community members from all walks of life to become Court Appointed Special Advocates. CASA volunteers are trained and supported by the nonprofit to advocate for foster kids as they face court hearings, attorneys, social workers and new homes. To volunteer , visit speakupnow.org .

Scout troop to hold Peak-A-Thon

Boy Scout Troop 709, based in Vista, will participate in a Peak-A-Thon from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 4 up Double Peak Trail in San Marcos. The Peak-A-Thon, like a jog-a-thon, will raise money for the troop’s Scouting program. Troop 709 includes more than 40 Scouts and was formed more than 35 years ago. To make a donation or help sponsor the event, visit go.rallyup.com/troop709-pat2024/Campaign/Details .

Two-day Flower Show and Plant Sale next month

Vista Garden Club’s 88th annual Flower Show and Plant Sale is set for May 4-5 at Jim Porter Recreation Center, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive. The club welcomes attendees to “Come to a Garden Party.” The event includes a National Garden Clubs Standard Flower Show, Plant Sale and Garden Art Boutique. On May 4, the plant and garden art sale is from noon to 5 p.m., and the Flower Show is open from 2 to 5 p.m. On May 5, the show, boutique and sale are all open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event features floral designs, horticulture, educational and photography exhibits, and a chance to buy plants and garden art, rain or shine. Admission is free and open to everyone. Amateur gardeners and designers can enter any division of the flower show. There is no cost to enter. If you are interested in submitting an entry in the Flower Show, email [email protected]. Visit californiagardenclubs.com .

Bunco de Mayo fundraiser May 4

Soroptimist International of Vista and North County Inland host a Bunco de Mayo fundraiser at 11:30 a.m. May 4. This family-friendly event will be held at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Funds raised go to help women through Soroptimist’s “Dream” programs. The club recently gave out $14,000 in education grants to five local women, all single moms who are overcoming obstacles and attending local colleges and trade schools. Tickets for the fundraiser are $25 each and include a light lunch and prizes. Reserve at (760) 809-8146 or bit.ly/3uRjRKd . Visit soroptimistvista.org .

Vista Historical Society to induct Hall of Famers

The Vista Historical Society Annual Meeting and Hall of Fame induction is at 11 a.m. May 18 at Shadowridge Golf Club, 1980 Gateway Drive. Members of the board of directors will be installed and 2024 Vista Hall of Fame members will be honored. Hall of Fame inductees this year are Neva Lillian Clement, Dr. J.H. Coit, Jean Cole, Jaques Jules “Jack” Delpy, Paul E. Dorey, Rita Geldert, Barbara Mannino Harris, Margarita Fischer Pollard and Janet Sucro. The annual meeting is open to Vista Historical Society and Museum members and all interested area residents. Reservations for the luncheon and meeting are required, at a cost of $60 per person. Reserve at (760) 630-0444 or vistahistoricalsociety.com . The deadline for reservations is May 3.

Guajome Park Academy celebrates 30th anniversary

Guajome Park Academy holds a Stakeholders Day to celebrate its 30th anniversary from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 4 at 2000 N. Santa Fe Ave. The communitywide event will celebrate the achievements of students and staff. Students will showcase their work throughout the day. There will be drama vignettes, an orchestra concert, a cultural fashion show and a ballet folklorico performance. Highlights include dance and musical performances, interactive exhibits, art showcases, student clubs and athletic team booths. Food and refreshments will be sold. Visit guajomeparkacademy.net .

Youth Golf Tournament on May 13

The Vista Optimist Club holds its Larry Cooke Memorial Friends of Youth Golf Tournament on May 13 at Shadowridge Golf Club, 1980 Gateway Drive, with shotgun start at noon. The scramble format tournament raises money for the Vista Optimist Club Foundation, which is set on “bringing out the best in youths.” This year’s event is held in memory of former event chair Larry Cooke. Cost is $250, including Jersey Mike’s lunch and dinner as well as an opportunity to buy auction items. Visit vistaoptimist.org .

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