Letterboxing -- Just learned about them and gonna try as soon as the rain stops!!

Letterboxing is an intriguing “treasure hunt” style outdoor activity. Letterboxers hide small, weatherproof boxes in publicly-accessible places (like parks) and post clues to finding the box online on one of several Web sites. However, clues to finding some of the most highly-sought boxes are passed around by word of mouth. There are about 20,000 letterboxes hidden in North America alone. Individual letterboxes usually contain a log book, an often hand-carved rubber stamp and may contain an ink pad. Finders make an imprint of the letterbox's stamp on their personal log book, and leave an imprint of their personal stamp on the letterbox's logbook .


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Sounds interesting, kinda like geocaching, but no GPS is needed!!!!!  As soon as the rain stops I think I'm gonna go check it out. 

When I did a search at the letterboxers.com website the closest letterboxes listed were in Lake County almost an hour away. 

Then I looked up Letterboxers on my iPhone and found an app called 'BoxFinder' that connects to AtlasQuest.com another letterboxers site.  It showed a number of local letterboxes!!  By Golly I downloaded that app rite away -- it was only $1.99 (Guess I could have found the info if I had looked up atlasquest.com, but having it on the iPhone makes it really handy out in the field)


Now to get to work on a stamp repesenting me!!!!



Thirsty Thursday at SIP Mendocino!!

Thirsty Thursday June 30 - Savvy Sauvignon Blanc




June 30th

Thirsty Thursday features Sauvignon Blanc.

Thirsty THURSDAYS is an evening at SIP! Mendocino dedicated to a single varietal, such as Sauvignon Blanc, and the wines made from that grape in Mendocino County.

Thursday June 30th from 5pm to 8pm a selection of sensational Sauvignon Blanc such as Bink, Paul Dolan, Jaxon Keys, Bonterra, Patianna, Foursight and many more will be poured for tasting and comparison, along with a savory spread of food to enhance the experience.

Cover charge is $20 for non-wine club members and no cover charge for one person per each SIP! Mendocino wine club membership.


Hope to see you There!!

Premiere of 'True Blood' Tonight!!

Yahoo!!  True Blood is finally starting back up for the next season.  Seems like we have been waiting forever for it to start!!

Having a 'True Blood' Season Premiere party tonight at Trish's!!!!

Theme:  Red and Vampires!!

Making Lasagne and red Jello with Strawberries and Red marshmallows and whipped cream!!

I think Danielle is bringing the Strawberry Daquarita's!! (I think we made that one up -- but we liked it!!

Not sure what Trish decided on --- desert I think!!  But I am sure it will be red!!

Looking forward to a fun evening!!

Sauvignon Blanc Day!!

Today is a global SauvBlanc day, where wine drinkers are invited to open a bottle, enjoy a glass, and share your notes online with an ever larger community of friends.

So this evening after getting home from my errands and Alexis's swimming lesson, we fixed up some nice chicken taco's and I opened a bottle of Yorkville's Sauvignon Blanc to enjoy!! Hmmmm, Hmmmm good!  Had them out in the backyard, what a beautiful end to a beautiful day!

 

Cheers to all!!

Alexis is visiting for the Summer!!

My grand daughter, Alexis, is visiting for the summer. 

In the afternoons she is going to swim lessons!!  Looks like she is having a blast with them!!  In fact, she begs to stay longer to swim.

 

 

Moonlight Movie Madness!!

Sounds like fun!! Begins at Sunset -- 8:43pm for us!! If I am correct they are playing 'Rango'!!  (although I did see somewhere posted that it was 'MegaMind')

Sounds like I need to get the popcorn and blankets out!!



Girls Night Out!

Attended 'Girls Night Out!!  A little late, but did finally make it!

My new shoes

Wandered through a few of the open late stores!!  Got a '30 Second Manicure' at Shoefly & Sox by Shirley Stafford Johnson from BeautiControl manicures.  Found the cutest pair of shoes - on sale - that I just had to have!!

Was gonna buy a raffle ticket for the big 'Girls Night Out Basket', but I forgot to bring cash and Alycia was out of checks!  Oh well, maybe next time!!

Tried the 'Champagne Cocktails' at the Brewing Company.

Then we headed over to 'Walter's Cafe' for some of their to 'die for sushi' and drinks!!

Rainmaker

Pina Colada Mojito, Rainmaker and Carries Coke!

So if that wasn't enough, we ran out of gas -- good thing it was only 2 short blocks from the gas station! LOL!!  Guess we needed that little walk after all the sushi and drinks!!







A Taste of Rewood Valley

A Taste of Redwood Valley

Tasting, Music, Art & Great Food

Saturday & Sunday 11-5pm
$30 if purchased online
$35 at the door

(designated drivers are free)
Wind your way through our lovely valley at your own pace, discovering each award-winning winery and the distillery that makes the best brandy in the world.

Each day will be filled with delicious food, live music, barrel-tastings, and one-of-a-kind fine arts and crafts.

Just check in at any one of the eight wineries or distillery, receive a map and a complimentary logo-engraved glass. You may also sign up to win one of the lavish baskets of wine and delicacies created by each winery.

Redwood Valley is a beautiful 2-hour drive from both the San Francisco Bay Area and I-5. It is just off Hwy.101 between Ukiah and Willits. Take Hwy 101 north of Ukiah to West Road (exit #557), show up at any participating winery, and get a map to all the others. Some are close to 101 and others are tucked deep in our lovely valley

Participating Wineries:

 

Girls night out! -- again!!

Girls Night Out

June 16, 2011
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Come on girls, Let's Go!! Over 20 Downtown Shops stay open with night specials, bargains, goodies, games and more for all to indulge. It is truely an event for strolling and enjoying all the many places Ukiah has to offer in its Downtown. Ukiah Main Street Program strives to preserve and enhance what makes Ukiah a great place to Walk, Shop and Dine. This evening is just one of many for everyone to enjoy. So show support of your local Downtown Merchants and come have a fun night of socializing, shopping and sharing!

My weekend!!

Went to the Taste of Downtown last Friday night!  Had fun, but would have been more fun if I had been able to go with friends!!  The weather was perfect and the wine was great -- didn't sample any of the beers/ales.  Another glass to add to my collection!!

Didn't make it to Second Saturday in Hopland though or to the Sound of Music Sing-a-long on Sunday!!  Oh well next time!!

Pretty much just laid around and did nothing, not feeling up to par for most of the weekend anyways.

sound of Music Sing-a-Long Fundraiser!!

Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music 2 p.m., Ukiah Players Theater. A benefit for Hearthstone Village's Haiti Project, which sends medical and support personnel to Haiti and supports the Reveil Matinal Orphanage. A screening of the classic Julie Andrews musical, with subtitles so the audience can sing along. Raffle and bake sale planned, too. Advance tickets available at Mendocino Book Company, 102 South School Street, Ukiah. Adults, $20; $10, kids under 12. Information: Lynn Meadows, 462-2439.

Second Saturdays in Hopland

Jun 11, 2011


The Second Saturday program has been a huge success. Six Hopland wineries (Cesar Toxqui Cellars, Graziano, Jaxon Keys, McNab Ridge, McFadden and Weibel) become open houses for the second saturday of each month! Rain or shine, all wineries offer complementary seasonal culinary delights, paired with your favorite varietals. All of these wineries run second saturday wine specials, discounts and deals! There's always a few with barrels out, for tasting the wine of the future. These wineries spare no expense and feature vertical tastings of their best wines! Other Hopland wineries participate on and off, so if one of your favorites is not on this list, feel free to contact them to see if they will be involved!

There is no entrance fee or tickets, just show up to any participating winery to start the fun!



Jaxon Keys winery typically hosts music and food from 3-7 pm. Come on by after the rest close up!

McNab Ridge's tasting room has been pouring 2003-2007 CORO verticals!

Graziano has been bringing out the large format bottles (magnums and up) for tasting!

Taste of Downtown

Taste of Downtown - Beer, Wine, Food Tasting


June 10, 2011

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Taste dozens of the many world-renowned wines, microbrews and beverages that Northern California has to offer, all while strolling the unique and quaint shops of Historic Downtown Ukiah. Held the second Friday in June, the Taste of Downtown is perhaps the most anticipated social gathering of the year. Festivities begin at 5:00pm and draw to a close at 8:00pm.

For more information about this event please call 462.6789 or email mainst@pacific.net

To volunteer at this event please call the Ukiah Main Street Program at 462.6789.