Special Programs Calendar

This calendar lists much of our programming. In addition to what you see here, Everyday at COPIA we offer programs that support our monthly themes. Please note that COPIA hosts private events, which are not listed here. If you cannot find an event on this calendar, please check with the sponsoring organization.

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«	Saturday May 17, 2008	»
(Arts Program) La Strada dell' Arte Napa Valley Street Painting Festival Start: 11:00 am End: 5:00 pm In the 16th-century Italian tradition, New Technology Foundation presents La Strada dell' Arte Napa Valley, an Italian Street Painting Festival at COPIA, featuring music, food, wine, entertainment and a children's section as more than 200 artists create chalk-on-asphalt masterpieces.  A fantastic family event! For info, visit Admission: Free admission to the street festival (Wine & Food Program) Taste of COPIA Lunch: Celebrating Artisans Start: 1:00 pm End: 2:15 pm Signature program Interactive cooking demo, garden talk and lunch with wine Hand-crafted in small batches. Made by real people with love and the expertise of an artist. Is your mouth watering yet? Join Director of Culinary Programs Jacquelyn Buchanan, Garden Manager Geoff Palla and Wine Educator Lily Peterson for a meal flavored with the best of artisan food and wine.   Menu: Artisan Charcuterie with Seasonal Composed Salads – Pan-Seared Jamison Farm Lamb Noisette with Spring Herb and Zinfandel, Braised Shallots, Golden Jewel Blend Rice and Roasted Asparagus – Berry and Apricot Galette with Scented Geranium-Infused Crème Anglaise Admission: $50 general/$40 member (Wine & Food Program) Uncorked! Wine Festival at Ghirardelli Square in partnership with COPIA Start: 1:00 pm End: 6:00 pm Experience the ambience of the waterfront and entertainment along Beach Street and throughout Ghirardelli Square's courtyards while you enjoy tastings from over 50 Northern California wineries.  Experience chef demonstrations, wine education seminars and gourmet food sampling.  The event is free and open to the public; however, tickets are required to participate in wine tasting. Admission: $40 in advance/$45 at the door (Garden Program) Tour of the Gardens...with Wine, of Course! Start: 2:45 pm End: 4:00 pm Winetasting and tour See what’s sprouting as you stroll through COPIA's organic Edible Gardens. Join our garden experts for wine or coffee and a behind-the-scenes tour. Weather permitting. Admission: $5 general/Free for members (Concert) VOENA - Voices of Peace Start: 3:00 pm Two special matinee concerts: May 17 & May 18. A captivating ensemble of joyous sounds from around the globe, this multi-ethnic children’s choir delivers unique renditions of world music and universal favorites. VOENA whisks you away on a magical journey celebrating a spirit of unity that is understood in any language. Admission: $25 general/$22.50 COPIA member Purchase Tickets: Buy Online (Wine Program) Hands-On Wine Blending Workshop Start: 3:15 pm End: 4:30 pm Talk, demonstration and hands-on activity You're the winemaker in this hands-on workshop!  Our professional staff will advise as you select varietals for your own custom blend.  Pop in a cork and add a personalized label, and you'll take home wonderful memories - as well as a one-of-a-kind bottle of wine! Reservations required 24 hours in advance.&nb Admission: $65 general$55 member/$20 extra person

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