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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Rhone Wines
DESCRIPTION:By Don Phillips \nWho would like to attend a FREE wine event and not even need a designated driver? How about attending an event with like-minded people who enjoy wine? \nHow about attending without even getting up off your couch? Well\, the OCWS has been hosting these exact events for the past three years and we’ve been fine tuning and improving them as we go. \nCould we solidify the deal by promising that you will laugh\, learn about wine and talk with other OCWS members via Zoom? I thought so! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun and you will likely learn something new (or have the chance to teach us something new) and meet some people who enjoy wine. \nEach event has a theme\, but we never “kick anyone off the island\,” so it never matters if you follow the theme. The setting is very casual\, with stories told about each of the wines we’re drinking\, what we do (or don’t) like about them\, where we got them\, and more. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hours are held every other Monday from 7 to 8 p.m. \nAll you need is a computer (or phone) and internet connection. If you are new to the Varietal Hours or to Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@OCWS.org or George Cravens at george@OCWS.org for help and information\, even if it means contacting us days before the event\, and we will walk you through the process and even do a short Zoom meeting just for you to get you comfortable with the process. \nThe event is open to all OCWS members\, but sign-ups are required. Please log on to the OCWS website to register for the event no later than the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. A link for the Zoom meeting will be emailed to you on the day of the event. \nWe are also looking for hosts for upcoming Varietal Hours. It’s fun and easy to do. Please contact Don or George at the above emails if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. A Varietal Hour Survey was also sent out\, please be sure to fill it out if you received it! \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \nDon Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Co-Chair
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-rhone-wines/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour – Unusual Varietals
DESCRIPTION:By Don Phillips \nWho would like to attend a FREE wine event and not even need a designated driver? How about attending an event with like-minded people who enjoy wine? \nHow about attending without even getting up off your couch? Well\, the OCWS has been hosting these exact events for the past three years and we’ve been fine tuning and improving them as we go. \nCould we solidify the deal by promising that you will laugh\, learn about wine and talk with other OCWS members via Zoom? I thought so! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun and you will likely learn something new (or have the chance to teach us something new) and meet some people who enjoy wine. \nEach event has a theme\, but we never “kick anyone off the island\,” so it never matters if you follow the theme. The setting is very casual\, with stories told about each of the wines we’re drinking\, what we do (or don’t) like about them\, where we got them\, and more. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hours are held every other Monday from 7 to 8 p.m. \nAll you need is a computer (or phone) and internet connection. If you are new to the Varietal Hours or to Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@OCWS.org or George Cravens at george@OCWS.org for help and information\, even if it means contacting us days before the event\, and we will walk you through the process and even do a short Zoom meeting just for you to get you comfortable with the process. \nThe event is open to all OCWS members\, but sign-ups are required. Please log on to the OCWS website to register for the event no later than the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. A link for the Zoom meeting will be emailed to you on the day of the event. \nWe are also looking for hosts for upcoming Varietal Hours. It’s fun and easy to do. Please contact Don or George at the above emails if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. A Varietal Hour Survey was also sent out\, please be sure to fill it out if you received it! \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \nDon Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Co-Chair
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-unusual-varietals/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240429T190000
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SUMMARY:OCWS Varietal Hour – NY/East Coast Wines
DESCRIPTION:By Don Phillips \nWho would like to attend a FREE wine event and not even need a designated driver? How about attending an event with like-minded people who enjoy wine? \nHow about attending without even getting up off your couch? Well\, the OCWS has been hosting these exact events for the past three years and we’ve been fine tuning and improving them as we go. \nCould we solidify the deal by promising that you will laugh\, learn about wine and talk with other OCWS members via Zoom? I thought so! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun and you will likely learn something new (or have the chance to teach us something new) and meet some people who enjoy wine. \nEach event has a theme\, but we never “kick anyone off the island\,” so it never matters if you follow the theme. The setting is very casual\, with stories told about each of the wines we’re drinking\, what we do (or don’t) like about them\, where we got them\, and more. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hours are held every other Monday from 7 to 8 p.m. \nAll you need is a computer (or phone) and internet connection. If you are new to the Varietal Hours or to Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@OCWS.org or George Cravens at george@OCWS.org for help and information\, even if it means contacting us days before the event\, and we will walk you through the process and even do a short Zoom meeting just for you to get you comfortable with the process. \nThe event is open to all OCWS members\, but sign-ups are required. Please log on to the OCWS website to register for the event no later than the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. A link for the Zoom meeting will be emailed to you on the day of the event. \nWe are also looking for hosts for upcoming Varietal Hours. It’s fun and easy to do. Please contact Don or George at the above emails if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. A Varietal Hour Survey was also sent out\, please be sure to fill it out if you received it! \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \nDon Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Co-Chair
URL:https://ocws.org/events/ocws-varietal-hour-ny-east-coast-wines/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Your Favorite Springtime Wine
DESCRIPTION:By Don Phillips \nWho would like to attend a FREE wine event and not even need a designated driver? How about attending an event with like-minded people who enjoy wine? \nHow about attending without even getting up off your couch? Well\, the OCWS has been hosting these exact events for the past three years and we’ve been fine tuning and improving them as we go. \nCould we solidify the deal by promising that you will laugh\, learn about wine and talk with other OCWS members via Zoom? I thought so! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun and you will likely learn something new (or have the chance to teach us something new) and meet some people who enjoy wine. \nEach event has a theme\, but we never “kick anyone off the island\,” so it never matters if you follow the theme. The setting is very casual\, with stories told about each of the wines we’re drinking\, what we do (or don’t) like about them\, where we got them\, and more. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hours are held every other Monday from 7 to 8 p.m. \nAll you need is a computer (or phone) and internet connection. If you are new to the Varietal Hours or to Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@OCWS.org or George Cravens at george@OCWS.org for help and information\, even if it means contacting us days before the event\, and we will walk you through the process and even do a short Zoom meeting just for you to get you comfortable with the process. \nThe event is open to all OCWS members\, but sign-ups are required. Please log on to the OCWS website to register for the event no later than the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. A link for the Zoom meeting will be emailed to you on the day of the event. \nWe are also looking for hosts for upcoming Varietal Hours. It’s fun and easy to do. Please contact Don or George at the above emails if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. A Varietal Hour Survey was also sent out\, please be sure to fill it out if you received it! \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \nDon Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Co-Chair \n 
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-low-priced-wines-for-tax-savings/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240401T190000
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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour – Fool Us!
DESCRIPTION:By Don Phillips \nWho would like to attend a FREE wine event and not even need a designated driver? How about attending an event with like-minded people who enjoy wine? \nHow about attending without even getting up off your couch? Well\, the OCWS has been hosting these exact events for the past three years and we’ve been fine tuning and improving them as we go. \nCould we solidify the deal by promising that you will laugh\, learn about wine and talk with other OCWS members via Zoom? I thought so! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun and you will likely learn something new (or have the chance to teach us something new) and meet some people who enjoy wine. \nEach event has a theme\, but we never “kick anyone off the island\,” so it never matters if you follow the theme. The setting is very casual\, with stories told about each of the wines we’re drinking\, what we do (or don’t) like about them\, where we got them\, and more. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hours are held every other Monday from 7 to 8 p.m. \nAll you need is a computer (or phone) and internet connection. If you are new to the Varietal Hours or to Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@OCWS.org or George Cravens at george@OCWS.org for help and information\, even if it means contacting us days before the event\, and we will walk you through the process and even do a short Zoom meeting just for you to get you comfortable with the process. \nThe event is open to all OCWS members\, but sign-ups are required. Please log on to the OCWS website to register for the event no later than the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. A link for the Zoom meeting will be emailed to you on the day of the event. \nWe are also looking for hosts for upcoming Varietal Hours. It’s fun and easy to do. Please contact Don or George at the above emails if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. A Varietal Hour Survey was also sent out\, please be sure to fill it out if you received it! \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \nDon Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Co-Chair
URL:https://ocws.org/events/ocws-varietal-hour-fool-us/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240318T200000
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CREATED:20231226T233740Z
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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - African Wines
DESCRIPTION:The Fun Never Stops!\nWho would like to attend a FREE wine event and not even need a designated driver? How about attending an event with like-minded people who enjoy wine? \nHow about attending without even getting up off your couch? Well\, the OCWS has been hosting these exact events for the past three years and we’ve been fine tuning and improving them as we go. \nCould we solidify the deal by promising that you will laugh\, learn about wine and talk with other OCWS members via Zoom? I thought so! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun and you will likely learn something new (or have the chance to teach us something new) and meet some people who enjoy wine. \nEach event has a theme\, but we never “kick anyone off the island\,” so it never matters if you follow the theme. The setting is very casual\, with stories told about each of the wines we’re drinking\, what we do (or don’t) like about them\, where we got them and more. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hours are held every other Monday from 7 to 8 p.m. \nAll you need is a computer (or phone) and internet connection. If you are new to the Varietal Hours or to Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@OCWS.org or George Cravens at george@OCWS.org for help and information\, even if it means contacting us days before the event\, and we will walk you through the process and even do a short Zoom meeting just for you to get you comfortable with the process. \nThe event is open to all OCWS members\, but sign-ups are required. Please log on to the OCWS website to register for the event no later than the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. A link for the Zoom meeting will be emailed to you on the day of the event. \nWe are also looking for hosts for upcoming Varietal Hours. It’s fun and easy to do. Please contact Don or George at the above emails if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. A Varietal Hour Survey was also sent out\, please be sure to fill it out if you received it! \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Co-Chair \n  \n\n\n\nDATE\nTIME\nVARIETAL\nHosts\n\n\n1/08/24\n7:00 PM\nNew Wine for the New Year\nDon & Elee Phillips\n\n\n1/22/24\n7:00 PM\nHard to Pronounce Varietals\nCarolyn & Damian Christian\n\n\n2/05/24\n7:00 PM\nBordeaux Wines\nYour Name Here\n\n\n2/19/24\n7:00 PM\nWomen of Color Wines\nDione McCrea & Danielle Duenas\n\n\n3/04/24\n7:00 PM\nSan Diego County Wines\nYour Name Here\n\n\n3/18/24\n7:00 PM\nAfrican Wines\nYour Name Here\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-african-wines/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240304T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240304T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T235427
CREATED:20231226T232935Z
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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - San Diego County Wines
DESCRIPTION:The Fun Never Stops!\nWho would like to attend a FREE wine event and not even need a designated driver? How about attending an event with like-minded people who enjoy wine? \nHow about attending without even getting up off your couch? Well\, the OCWS has been hosting these exact events for the past three years and we’ve been fine tuning and improving them as we go. \nCould we solidify the deal by promising that you will laugh\, learn about wine and talk with other OCWS members via Zoom? I thought so! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun and you will likely learn something new (or have the chance to teach us something new) and meet some people who enjoy wine. \nEach event has a theme\, but we never “kick anyone off the island\,” so it never matters if you follow the theme. The setting is very casual\, with stories told about each of the wines we’re drinking\, what we do (or don’t) like about them\, where we got them and more. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hours are held every other Monday from 7 to 8 p.m. \nAll you need is a computer (or phone) and internet connection. If you are new to the Varietal Hours or to Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@OCWS.org or George Cravens at george@OCWS.org for help and information\, even if it means contacting us days before the event\, and we will walk you through the process and even do a short Zoom meeting just for you to get you comfortable with the process. \nThe event is open to all OCWS members\, but sign-ups are required. Please log on to the OCWS website to register for the event no later than the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. A link for the Zoom meeting will be emailed to you on the day of the event. \nWe are also looking for hosts for upcoming Varietal Hours. It’s fun and easy to do. Please contact Don or George at the above emails if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. A Varietal Hour Survey was also sent out\, please be sure to fill it out if you received it! \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Co-Chair \n  \n\n\n\nDATE\nTIME\nVARIETAL\nHosts\n\n\n1/08/24\n7:00 PM\nNew Wine for the New Year\nDon & Elee Phillips\n\n\n1/22/24\n7:00 PM\nHard to Pronounce Varietals\nCarolyn & Damian Christian\n\n\n2/05/24\n7:00 PM\nBordeaux Wines\nYour Name Here\n\n\n2/19/24\n7:00 PM\nWomen of Color Wines\nDione McCrea & Danielle Duenas\n\n\n3/04/24\n7:00 PM\nSan Diego County Wines\nYour Name Here\n\n\n3/18/24\n7:00 PM\nAfrican Wine\nYour Name Here\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-san-diego-county-wines/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T235427
CREATED:20231201T183235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T183235Z
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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Women of Color Wines
DESCRIPTION:Who would like to attend a FREE wine event and not even need a designated driver? Do I have your attention yet? How about attending an event with like-minded people who enjoy wine? How about attending without even getting up off your couch? I bet you’re interested now\, huh? \nWell\, the OCWS has been hosting these exact events for about the past three years and we’ve been fine tuning and improving them as we go. Could we solidify the deal by promising you will laugh\, learn about wine and talk with other OCWS members via Zoom? I thought so! \nWe’re always happy to have new members join the fun and you will likely learn something new (or have the chance to teach us something new) and meet some people who enjoy wine. Each event has a theme\, but we never ‘kick anyone off the island’\, so it never matters if you follow the theme. The setting is very casual\, with stories told about each of the wines we’re drinking\, what we do (or don’t) like about them\, where we got them\, etc. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hours are held every other Monday from 7 -8 p.m. All you need are a computer (or phone) and an internet connection. If you are new to the Varietal Hours or to Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@ocws.org or George Cravens at george@ocws.org for help and info\, even if it means contacting us days before the event and we will walk you through the process and even do a short Zoom meeting just for you to get you comfortable with the process. \nThe event is FREE to OCWS members\, but sign-ups are required. Please logon to the OCWS website to register for the event no later than the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. A link for the Zoom meeting will be emailed to you on the day of the event. We are also looking for hosts for upcoming Varietal Hours. It’s fun and easy to do. Please contact Don or George at the above emails if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. We look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, Varietal Hour Committee member \nDATE TIME VARIETAL HOSTS\nDec. 4\,   7 p.m. Varietals with Multiple Names (at least 3) CL & Adrienne Keedy \nDec. 18\,  7 p.m. Holiday Wines Scott & Manuela Harral \nJan. 8\,    7 p.m. New Wine for the New Year Don & Elee Phillips \nJan. 22\,  7 p.m. Hard-to-Pronounce Varietals Damian &Carolyn Christian \nFeb. 5\,    7 p.m. Your Theme HERE Your Name HERE \nFeb. 19\,   7 p.m. Women of Color Wines Dione McCrea & Danielle Duena
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-women-of-color-wines/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T235427
CREATED:20231201T182732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T021746Z
UID:10000355-1707159600-1707163200@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Bordeaux Wines
DESCRIPTION:Who would like to attend a FREE wine event and not even need a designated driver? Do I have your attention yet? How about attending an event with like-minded people who enjoy wine? How about attending without even getting up off your couch? I bet you’re interested now\, huh? \nWell\, the OCWS has been hosting these exact events for about the past three years and we’ve been fine tuning and improving them as we go. Could we solidify the deal by promising you will laugh\, learn about wine and talk with other OCWS members via Zoom? I thought so! \nWe’re always happy to have new members join the fun and you will likely learn something new (or have the chance to teach us something new) and meet some people who enjoy wine. Each event has a theme\, but we never ‘kick anyone off the island’\, so it never matters if you follow the theme. The setting is very casual\, with stories told about each of the wines we’re drinking\, what we do (or don’t) like about them\, where we got them\, etc. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hours are held every other Monday from 7 -8 p.m. All you need are a computer (or phone) and an internet connection. If you are new to the Varietal Hours or to Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@ocws.org or George Cravens at george@ocws.org for help and info\, even if it means contacting us days before the event and we will walk you through the process and even do a short Zoom meeting just for you to get you comfortable with the process. \nThe event is FREE to OCWS members\, but sign-ups are required. Please logon to the OCWS website to register for the event no later than the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. A link for the Zoom meeting will be emailed to you on the day of the event. We are also looking for hosts for upcoming Varietal Hours. It’s fun and easy to do. Please contact Don or George at the above emails if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. We look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, Varietal Hour Committee member \nDATE TIME VARIETAL HOSTS\nDec. 4\,   7 p.m. Varietals with Multiple Names (at least 3) CL & Adrienne Keedy \nDec. 18\,  7 p.m. Holiday Wines Scott & Manuela Harral \nJan. 8\,    7 p.m. New Wine for the New Year Don & Elee Phillips \nJan. 22\,  7 p.m. Hard-to-Pronounce Varietals Damian &Carolyn Christian \nFeb. 5\,    7 p.m. Bordeaux Wines – Don Phillips / George Cravens \nFeb. 19\,   7 p.m. Women of Color Wines Dione McCrea & Danielle Duena
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-tbd/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T235427
CREATED:20231201T182236Z
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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Hard to Pronounce Varietals
DESCRIPTION:Who would like to attend a FREE wine event and not even need a designated driver? Do I have your attention yet? How about attending an event with like-minded people who enjoy wine? How about attending without even getting up off your couch? I bet you’re interested now\, huh? \nWell\, the OCWS has been hosting these exact events for about the past three years and we’ve been fine tuning and improving them as we go. Could we solidify the deal by promising you will laugh\, learn about wine and talk with other OCWS members via Zoom? I thought so! \nWe’re always happy to have new members join the fun and you will likely learn something new (or have the chance to teach us something new) and meet some people who enjoy wine. Each event has a theme\, but we never ‘kick anyone off the island’\, so it never matters if you follow the theme. The setting is very casual\, with stories told about each of the wines we’re drinking\, what we do (or don’t) like about them\, where we got them\, etc. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hours are held every other Monday from 7 -8 p.m. All you need are a computer (or phone) and an internet connection. If you are new to the Varietal Hours or to Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@ocws.org or George Cravens at george@ocws.org for help and info\, even if it means contacting us days before the event and we will walk you through the process and even do a short Zoom meeting just for you to get you comfortable with the process. \nThe event is FREE to OCWS members\, but sign-ups are required. Please logon to the OCWS website to register for the event no later than the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. A link for the Zoom meeting will be emailed to you on the day of the event. We are also looking for hosts for upcoming Varietal Hours. It’s fun and easy to do. Please contact Don or George at the above emails if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. We look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, Varietal Hour Committee member \nDATE TIME VARIETAL HOSTS\nDec. 4\,   7 p.m. Varietals with Multiple Names (at least 3) CL & Adrienne Keedy \nDec. 18\,  7 p.m. Holiday Wines Scott & Manuela Harral \nJan. 8\,    7 p.m. New Wine for the New Year Don & Elee Phillips \nJan. 22\,  7 p.m. Hard-to-Pronounce Varietals Damian &Carolyn Christian \nFeb. 5\,    7 p.m. Your Theme HERE Your Name HERE \nFeb. 19\,   7 p.m. Women of Color Wines Dione McCrea & Danielle Duena
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-hard-to-pronounce-varietals/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T235427
CREATED:20231129T175753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T182923Z
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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - New Wine for the New Year
DESCRIPTION:Who would like to attend a FREE wine event and not even need a designated driver? Do I have your attention yet? How about attending an event with like-minded people who enjoy wine? How about attending without even getting up off your couch? I bet you’re interested now\, huh? \nWell\, the OCWS has been hosting these exact events for about the past three years and we’ve been fine tuning and improving them as we go. Could we solidify the deal by promising you will laugh\, learn about wine and talk with other OCWS members via Zoom? I thought so! \nWe’re always happy to have new members join the fun and you will likely learn something new (or have the chance to teach us something new) and meet some people who enjoy wine. Each event has a theme\, but we never ‘kick anyone off the island’\, so it never matters if you follow the theme. The setting is very casual\, with stories told about each of the wines we’re drinking\, what we do (or don’t) like about them\, where we got them\, etc. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hours are held every other Monday from 7 -8 p.m. All you need are a computer (or phone) and an internet connection. If you are new to the Varietal Hours or to Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@ocws.org or George Cravens at george@ocws.org for help and info\, even if it means contacting us days before the event and we will walk you through the process and even do a short Zoom meeting just for you to get you comfortable with the process. \nThe event is FREE to OCWS members\, but sign-ups are required. Please logon to the OCWS website to register for the event no later than the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. A link for the Zoom meeting will be emailed to you on the day of the event. We are also looking for hosts for upcoming Varietal Hours. It’s fun and easy to do. Please contact Don or George at the above emails if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. We look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, Varietal Hour Committee member \nDATE TIME VARIETAL HOSTS\nDec. 4\,   7 p.m. Varietals with Multiple Names (at least 3) CL & Adrienne Keedy \nDec. 18\,  7 p.m. Holiday Wines Scott & Manuela Harral \nJan. 8\,    7 p.m. New Wine for the New Year Don & Elee Phillips \nJan. 22\,  7 p.m. Hard-to-Pronounce Varietals Damian &Carolyn Christian \nFeb. 5\,    7 p.m. Your Theme HERE Your Name HERE \nFeb. 19\,   7 p.m. Women of Color Wines Dione McCrea & Danielle Duena
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-new-wine-for-the-new-year/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230819T133000
DTSTAMP:20260617T235427
CREATED:20230628T214523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T215311Z
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SUMMARY:Fruit Winemaking Class
DESCRIPTION:Summer is the time for delicious fruit from backyard trees.  But they often produce more than you can eat.  Did you know you can make wine from all those delicious peaches\, plums\, nectarines\, apricots\, figs\, and more?  Fruit can be made into dry or sweet wines\, just like grapes.  The Winemakers Group will show you how as we continue to bring you educational opportunities to learn or hone those winemaking skills. \nOCWS winemaker\, Don Phillips\, will be conducting a fruit winemaking class Saturday\, August 19\, at his home in La Habra Heights.  Don has numerous fruit trees on his property and has been making fruit wines for years.  His fruit winemaking journey began when he wanted to do something with all his extra backyard fruit. \nDon’t have a fruit tree?  You probably know a few neighbors or friends who do.  Store-bought fruit works too but generally it’s not as ripe and flavorful as what you’d get from a backyard tree.  Whatever the source\, you’d want to make wine with only fruit that’s good enough to eat.  Save ripened fruit by freezing it. \nMaking wine from fruit is similar to making wine from grapes but the turnaround is much faster.  With most fruit wines\, you can make a batch in only 3-4 months. \nThe fruit winemaking class will last roughly 4 hours.  There will be a short break with light snacks served.  Cost to attend is $25.  Sign up now on the OCWS website.  So\, start saving that fruit now and you’ll be ready to make wine when you attend the class. \nThe annual OC Fair Homewine Competition always features numerous fruit wine entries.  Yours could be in next year’s competition. \nEd Reyes\ned@ocws.org
URL:https://ocws.org/events/fruit-winemaking-class/
LOCATION:Home of Don Phillips\, 2233 Hacienda Road\, La Habra Heights\, CA\, 90631
CATEGORIES:Education,Homewine,Winemakers
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