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Tuesday, June 30, 2009 Time: 12:15 PM Armenian-American Museum Exhibition Tour/Luncheon Docent-led one-hour tours of the Family Stories exhibition. Each tour will include a brief exhibition overview, an in-depth look at the local history of the featured community, shared stories from a community elder or member of one of the families, and a preservation tip related to family objects such as photographs, documents and letters, textiles and costumes. Complete your cultural experience with an optional special lunch at Sahara Restaurant. Sponsored by: Pasadena Museum of History Event Location: 470 W. Walnut Street, Pasadena Cost: Members $4, Non-Members $8, Optional luncheon $20.00 For information, call: 626-577-1660, ext. 15 Map: Website: www.pasadenahistory.org Wednesday, July 1, 2009 Time: 5:00 PM Huntington 101 Join longtime volunteer and staff member Randy Shulman for a lively two-part introduction to The Huntington—its history, mission, and role as an international center for the study of the humanities. The workshop includes special glimpses behind the scenes and concludes with wine and cheese in the gardens. Sponsored by: The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens. Event Location: The Huntington Library, 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino Cost: $45.00 members, $55.00 non-members For information, call: (626) 405-2128 Map: Website: www.huntington.org Wednesday, July 1, 2009 Time: 7:00 PM JoAnn Cianciulli Discusses and Signs L.A.’s Original Farmers Market Cookbook Acclaimed food writer JoAnn Cianciulli captures the unique nature of this storied landmark with historical details, archival images, brief profiles of the Market’s beloved, multigenerational vendors and, of course, plenty of delicious recipes that enable home cooks to recreate more than 75 of the “stand-in-line” classics that help make L.A.’s Original Farmers Market so iconic. Sponsored by: Vroman's Bookstore Event Location: 695 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena Cost: Free For information, call: 626-449-5320 Map: Website: www.vromansbookstore.com Wednesday, July 8, 2009 Time: 5:30 PM Viticulture with Adam Baldwin, Begins 2 Wednesdays July 8 and July 15. Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of wine! From an overview of viticulture (the growing of the grapes) to vinification (the transformation of juice to wine) to the table, students will acquire a grasp of the processes which grapes must go through, along with clarification of some widely used (and widely misunderstood) industry terms and concepts. This class is in two parts, and includes an instructor-led tasting. Adam is a wine buyer for Whole Foods Market. Sponsored by: Descanso Gardens Event Location: 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Cost: Adult Non-Member: $60.00, Adult Member: $48.00 For information, call: 818-949-7980 Map: Website: Thursday, July 9, 2009 Time: 6:00 PM Wine Tasting at Descanso - France al Fresco Different locations throughout the Gardens provide picturesque backdrops for an elegant evening of wine tasting. Enjoy a selection of fine wines which are paired with large appetizers to complement the flavor of each wine. Sponsored by: Descanso Gardens Event Location: 1418 Descanso Drive, La Canada Cost: $49.00 For information, call: 818-790-3663 Map: Website: www.descansogardens.org Friday, July 10, 2009 Time: 12:15 PM Euro-American Museum Exhibition Tour/Luncheon Docent-led one-hour tours of the Family Stories exhibition. Each tour will include a brief exhibition overview, an in-depth look at the local history of the featured community, shared stories from a community elder or member of one of the families, and a preservation tip related to family objects such as photographs, documents and letters, textiles and costumes. Complete your cultural experience with an optional special lunch at The Raymond House. Sponsored by: Pasadena Museum of History Event Location: 470 W. Walnut Street, Pasadena Cost: Members $4, Non-Members $8, Optional luncheon $20.00 For information, call: 626-577-1660, ext. 15 Map: Website: www.pasadenahistory.org Saturday, July 11, 2009 Time: 9:00 AM A Taste of Art: English Tea Time Explore the history and traditions of English tea from the 17th through the 19th centuries in a workshop led by chef and art educator Maite Gomez-Rejon. After discussing paintings and decorative arts in the Huntington Art Gallery that reflect the domestic rituals of tea, participants will head to the kitchen to prepare and enjoy a traditional afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, scones, clotted cream, and jam. Call for Registration. Sponsored by: The Huntington Event Location: 1151 Oxford Road, San Marinoo Cost: Members: $75.00, Non-Members: $85.00 For information, call: 626-405-2128 Map: Website: Monday, July 13, 2009 Time: 3:00 PM Fast Food Fixings Hungry? You'll eat your way through this camp as you learn to prepare healthy, quick meals with the help of community chefs. Discover recipes you can take with you when you go off ot college, move out on your own or use when you need to take care of yourself. Class size is limited to 12 people - Registration is required. Sponsored by: The San Rafael Public Library Event Location: The San Rafael Public Library, 1240 Nithsdale Road, Pasadena Cost: Free, registration required, limited to 12 For information, call: (6260) 744-7270 Map: Website: www.ci.pasadena.ca.us |