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SUMMARY:Annual Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We are only two months away from the OCWS annual Business Meeting at 7 p.m. Friday\, Sept. 5. In our continued efforts to reach the most members possible\, the meeting will again be presented via Zoom. \nThe meeting will focus on the current state of the organization\, including a year in review and financial status. We will cover events and highlights of the year\, as well as discuss plans for the remainder of 2025. \nOur annual election for Board of Directors is upcoming\, and this meeting will give everyone the opportunity to hear from the candidates\, who will present their qualifications and goals during the presentation. During this meeting\, we will be presenting volunteer awards. \nSign-ups for this event are required\, although there is no cost to attend. A Zoom link will be sent to each attendee in advance of the meeting. You only need to sign up once per household unless you will be viewing the meeting on separate computers. Please note that this is a member-only event. \nOn behalf of the entire OCWS Board of Directors\, I encourage you to attend this important meeting. The meeting will be conducted in accordance with the OCWS bylaws and government regulations for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. \nWe look forward to seeing you at this important business meeting. For those unable to attend the annual business meeting\, a recording will be posted for your viewing. \nBy Carolyn Christian – President
URL:https://ocws.org/events/annual-business-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Annual Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250902T190000
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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour – Oaked vs Unoaked Chardonnay
DESCRIPTION:If you haven’t heard of our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance!  Because of the success we are having on our change to Tuesday nights\, we are greeting new Members every Varietal Hour!  And even with the approaching OC Fair\, we are having more Varietal Hours than ever!  We will also be starting up the Tuesday after the Fair ends. \nThe Varietal Hours are FREE.  Sure\, you say\, nothing is free\, and if it is then it’s not worth my time.  Au Contrere\, my friends!  What started as a way of gathering during the Covid quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new.  And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless! \nSo here is our challenge to all of you:  If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one.  Yes\, just one.  We promise you 3 things.  1.) You will have fun.  2.) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something!  3.) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life!  And you won’t even have to drive home! \nSo picture this…  Your own comfortable furniture.  A glass of wine in your hand.  Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not.  Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new.  And here’s the best part!  You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess!  We’re always happy to have new members join the fun 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 Tuesday 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. for help and information\, even if it means contacting him days before the event\, and he 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 7:00 PM\, the Monday 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 at the above email if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \nDon Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Chair \n  \n\n\n\nDATE\nTIME\nVARIETAL THEME\nHOST\n\n\n6/10/2025\n7:00 PM\nWine Varietal You’ve Never Had\nElee Phillips\n\n\n6/24/2025\n7:00 PM\nChilean Wine\nCL Keedy\n\n\n7/8/2025\n7:00 PM\nWines under $12\nKen Knapp\n\n\n8/19/2025\n7:00 PM\nDiscovered at the Fair\nYour Name Here\n\n\n\n.
URL:https://ocws.org/events/77401/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250819T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250819T200000
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CREATED:20250613T032608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T032902Z
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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour – Discovered at the Fair
DESCRIPTION:If you haven’t heard of our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance!  Because of the success we are having on our change to Tuesday nights\, we are greeting new Members every Varietal Hour!  And even with the approaching OC Fair\, we are having more Varietal Hours than ever!  We will also be starting up the Tuesday after the Fair ends. \nThe Varietal Hours are FREE.  Sure\, you say\, nothing is free\, and if it is then it’s not worth my time.  Au Contrere\, my friends!  What started as a way of gathering during the Covid quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new.  And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless! \nSo here is our challenge to all of you:  If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one.  Yes\, just one.  We promise you 3 things.  1.) You will have fun.  2.) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something!  3.) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life!  And you won’t even have to drive home! \nSo picture this…  Your own comfortable furniture.  A glass of wine in your hand.  Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not.  Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new.  And here’s the best part!  You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess!  We’re always happy to have new members join the fun 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 Tuesday 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. for help and information\, even if it means contacting him days before the event\, and he 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 7:00 PM\, the Monday 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 at the above email if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \nDon Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Chair \n  \n\n\n\nDATE\nTIME\nVARIETAL THEME\nHOST\n\n\n6/10/2025\n7:00 PM\nWine Varietal You’ve Never Had\nElee Phillips\n\n\n6/24/2025\n7:00 PM\nChilean Wine\nCL Keedy\n\n\n7/8/2025\n7:00 PM\nWines under $12\nKen Knapp\n\n\n8/19/2025\n7:00 PM\nDiscovered at the Fair\nYour Name Here\n\n\n\n.
URL:https://ocws.org/events/ocws-varietal-hour-discovered-at-the-fair/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250708T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250708T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20250426T223051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T172934Z
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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Wines Under $12
DESCRIPTION:The OCWS Varietal Hours continue with new themes and new attendees! \nIf you haven’t joined our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance. As we continue into 2025\, we have exciting new themes and are experiencing new members joining us. \nAnd the best thing? They are FREE. What started as a way of gathering during the COVID quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new. And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless. \nHere is our challenge to all of you: If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one. Yes\, just one.  We promise you four things. 1) You will have fun.  2) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something. 3) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life. 4) And you won’t even have to drive home. \nSo picture this…your own comfortable furniture. A glass of wine in your hand. Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not. Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new. And here’s the best part: You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun and meet some people who enjoy wine. \nEach event has a theme\, but we never “kick anyone off the island\,” so it doesn’t matter if you follow the theme. Part of the fun is finding a wine to fit 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 7 to 8 p.m. every other Tuesday. \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 for help and information\, even if it means contacting him days before the event\, and he 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 7 p.m. (24 hours before the event)\, the Monday 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 at the above email if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Chair \n  \n\n\n\nDATE\nTIME\nTHEME\nHOST\n\n\n4/29/2025\n7:00 PM\nWines from the Middle East\nStuart Fricke\n\n\n5/13/2025\n7:00 PM\nOCWS Gold Medal Wines\nGeorge Cravens\n\n\n5/27/2025\n7:00 PM\nCooking with Wine\nJanet Riordan\n\n\n6/10/2025\n7:00 PM\nWine Varietal You’ve Never Had\nElee Phillips\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-wines-under-12/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20250426T221421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T173226Z
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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Wine Varietal You’ve Never Had
DESCRIPTION:The OCWS Varietal Hours continue with new themes and new attendees! \nIf you haven’t joined our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance. As we continue into 2025\, we have exciting new themes and are experiencing new members joining us. \nAnd the best thing? They are FREE. What started as a way of gathering during the COVID quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new. And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless. \nHere is our challenge to all of you: If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one. Yes\, just one.  We promise you four things. 1) You will have fun.  2) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something. 3) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life. 4) And you won’t even have to drive home. \nSo picture this…your own comfortable furniture. A glass of wine in your hand. Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not. Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new. And here’s the best part: You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun and meet some people who enjoy wine. \nEach event has a theme\, but we never “kick anyone off the island\,” so it doesn’t matter if you follow the theme. Part of the fun is finding a wine to fit 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 7 to 8 p.m. every other Tuesday. \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 for help and information\, even if it means contacting him days before the event\, and he 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 7 p.m. (24 hours before the event)\, the Monday 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 at the above email if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Chair \n  \n\n\n\nDATE\nTIME\nTHEME\nHOST\n\n\n4/29/2025\n7:00 PM\nWines from the Middle East\nStuart Fricke\n\n\n5/13/2025\n7:00 PM\nOCWS Gold Medal Wines\nGeorge Cravens\n\n\n5/27/2025\n7:00 PM\nCooking with Wine\nJanet Riordan\n\n\n6/10/2025\n7:00 PM\nWine Varietal You’ve Never Had\nElee Phillips\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-wine-varietal-youve-never-had/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250527T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250527T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20250426T220608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T220608Z
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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Cooking with Wine
DESCRIPTION:The OCWS Varietal Hours continue with new themes and new attendees! \nIf you haven’t joined our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance. As we continue into 2025\, we have exciting new themes and are experiencing new members joining us. \nAnd the best thing? They are FREE. What started as a way of gathering during the COVID quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new. And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless. \nHere is our challenge to all of you: If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one. Yes\, just one.  We promise you four things. 1) You will have fun.  2) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something. 3) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life. 4) And you won’t even have to drive home. \nSo picture this…your own comfortable furniture. A glass of wine in your hand. Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not. Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new. And here’s the best part: You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun and meet some people who enjoy wine. \nEach event has a theme\, but we never “kick anyone off the island\,” so it doesn’t matter if you follow the theme. Part of the fun is finding a wine to fit 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 7 to 8 p.m. every other Tuesday. \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 studiodon1@gmail.com for help and information\, even if it means contacting him days before the event\, and he 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 7 p.m. (24 hours before the event)\, the Monday 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 at the above email if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Chair \n  \n\n\n\nDATE\nTIME\nTHEME\nHOST\n\n\n4/29/2025\n7:00 PM\nWines from the Middle East\nStuart Fricke\n\n\n5/13/2025\n7:00 PM\nOCWS Gold Medal Wines\nGeorge Cravens\n\n\n5/27/2025\n7:00 PM\nCooking with Wine\nJanet Riordan\n\n\n6/10/2025\n7:00 PM\nWine Varietal You’ve Never Had\nElee Phillips\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-cooking-with-wine/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20250127T202328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T202328Z
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SUMMARY:Varietal Hour – OCWS Gold Medal Wine
DESCRIPTION:The OCWS Varietal Hours continue with new themes and new attendees! \nIf you haven’t joined our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance!  As we continue into 2025\, we have exciting new themes and are experiencing new members joining us. \nThe best thing\, they are FREE. What started as a way of gathering during the COVID quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new. And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless. \nHere is our challenge to all of you: If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one. Yes\, just one. We promise you three things. 1) You will have fun. 2) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something. 3) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life. And you won’t even have to drive home. \nSo picture this…Your own comfortable furniture. A glass of wine in your hand. Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not. Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new. And here’s the best part! You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun 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. Part of the fun is finding a wine to fit 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 will be held every other Tuesday 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 for help and information\, even if it means contacting him days before the event\, and he 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 7 p.m. (24 hours before the event)\, the Monday 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 at the above email if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Chair
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-ocws-gold-medal-wine/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250429T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20250127T202956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T075212Z
UID:10000412-1745953200-1745956800@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour – Wines from the Middle East
DESCRIPTION:The OCWS Varietal Hours continue with new themes and new attendees! \nIf you haven’t joined our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance!  As we continue into 2025\, we have exciting new themes and are experiencing new members joining us. \nThe best thing\, they are FREE. What started as a way of gathering during the COVID quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new. And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless. \nHere is our challenge to all of you: If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one. Yes\, just one. We promise you three things. 1) You will have fun. 2) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something. 3) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life. And you won’t even have to drive home. \nSo picture this…Your own comfortable furniture. A glass of wine in your hand. Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not. Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new. And here’s the best part! You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun 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. Part of the fun is finding a wine to fit 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 will be held every other Tuesday 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 for help and information\, even if it means contacting him days before the event\, and he 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 7 p.m. (24 hours before the event)\, the Monday 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 at the above email if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Chair
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-wines-from-the-middle-east/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20250127T201157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T201157Z
UID:10000410-1744743600-1744747200@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour – Willamette Valley Wine
DESCRIPTION:The OCWS Varietal Hours continue with new themes and new attendees! \nIf you haven’t joined our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance!  As we continue into 2025\, we have exciting new themes and are experiencing new members joining us. \nThe best thing\, they are FREE. What started as a way of gathering during the COVID quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new. And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless. \nHere is our challenge to all of you: If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one. Yes\, just one. We promise you three things. 1) You will have fun. 2) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something. 3) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life. And you won’t even have to drive home. \nSo picture this…Your own comfortable furniture. A glass of wine in your hand. Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not. Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new. And here’s the best part! You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun 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. Part of the fun is finding a wine to fit 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 will be held every other Tuesday 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 for help and information\, even if it means contacting him days before the event\, and he 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 7 p.m. (24 hours before the event)\, the Monday 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 at the above email if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Chair
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-willamette-valley-wine/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250401T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20250127T200434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T200711Z
UID:10000409-1743534000-1743537600@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour – Temecula Valley Wine
DESCRIPTION:The OCWS Varietal Hours continue with new themes and new attendees! \nIf you haven’t joined our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance!  As we continue into 2025\, we have exciting new themes and are experiencing new members joining us. \nThe best thing\, they are FREE. What started as a way of gathering during the COVID quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new. And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless. \nHere is our challenge to all of you: If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one. Yes\, just one. We promise you three things. 1) You will have fun. 2) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something. 3) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life. And you won’t even have to drive home. \nSo picture this…Your own comfortable furniture. A glass of wine in your hand. Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not. Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new. And here’s the best part! You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun 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. Part of the fun is finding a wine to fit 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 will be held every other Tuesday 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 for help and information\, even if it means contacting him days before the event\, and he 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 7 p.m. (24 hours before the event)\, the Monday 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 at the above email if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Chair
URL:https://ocws.org/events/74364/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20250127T195414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T195904Z
UID:10000408-1742324400-1742328000@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Armenian Wine
DESCRIPTION:The OCWS Varietal Hours continue with new themes and new attendees! \nIf you haven’t joined our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance!  As we continue into 2025\, we have exciting new themes and are experiencing new members joining us. \nThe best thing\, they are FREE. What started as a way of gathering during the COVID quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new. And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless. \nHere is our challenge to all of you: If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one. Yes\, just one. We promise you three things. 1) You will have fun. 2) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something. 3) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life. And you won’t even have to drive home. \nSo picture this…Your own comfortable furniture. A glass of wine in your hand. Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not. Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new. And here’s the best part! You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun 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. Part of the fun is finding a wine to fit 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 will be held every other Tuesday 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 for help and information\, even if it means contacting him days before the event\, and he 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 7 p.m. (24 hours before the event)\, the Monday 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 at the above email if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Chair
URL:https://ocws.org/events/74360/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20250127T194343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T194343Z
UID:10000407-1741114800-1741118400@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Wine Club Wine
DESCRIPTION:The OCWS Varietal Hours continue with new themes and new attendees! \nIf you haven’t joined our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance!  As we continue into 2025\, we have exciting new themes and are experiencing new members joining us. \nThe best thing\, they are FREE. What started as a way of gathering during the COVID quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new. And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless. \nHere is our challenge to all of you: If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one. Yes\, just one. We promise you three things. 1) You will have fun. 2) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something. 3) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life. And you won’t even have to drive home. \nSo picture this…Your own comfortable furniture. A glass of wine in your hand. Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not. Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new. And here’s the best part! You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun 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. Part of the fun is finding a wine to fit 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 will be held every other Tuesday 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 for help and information\, even if it means contacting him days before the event\, and he 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 7 p.m. (24 hours before the event)\, the Monday 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 at the above email if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms Up! \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Chair \n  \n\n\n\nDATE\nTIME\nTHEME\nHOST\n\n\n1/21/2025\n7:00 PM\nGrocery Store Wine\nBart Bartlett\n\n\n2/4/2025\n7:00 PM\nFavorite Cabernet\nStuart Fricke\n\n\n2/18/2025\n7:00 PM\nFruit Wine\nDon Phillips\n\n\n3/4/2025\n7:00 PM\nWine Club Wine\nEd Reyes\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-wine-club-wine/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20241123T210346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T174123Z
UID:10000400-1739905200-1739908800@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Fruit Wine
DESCRIPTION:New Night: Now the Fun Happens on Tuesdays!\nThe OCWS Varietal Hours have moved to Tuesdays!  No more Monday night conflicts! \nIf you haven’t joined our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance! \nFirst of all\, they are FREE. Sure\, you say\, nothing is free\, and if it is then it’s not worth my time.  Au contraire my friends! What started as a way of gathering during the COVID quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new. And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless! Add to that a different night of the week and no more missing Monday Night Football to attend! \nSo here is our challenge to all of you: If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one. Yes\, just one. We promise you three things. 1) You will have fun. 2) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something! 3) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life! And you won’t even have to drive home! \nSo picture this…Your own comfortable furniture. A glass of wine in your hand.  Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not. Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new. And here’s the best part! You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun 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 will be held 7 to 8 p.m. every other Tuesday. \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 for help and information\, even if it means contacting him days before the event\, and he 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 7 p.m.(24 hours before the event)\, the Monday 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 at the above email if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms up! \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Chair \n\n\n\nDATE\nTIME\nTHEME\nHOST\n\n\n11/26/2024\n7:00 PM\nWines Paired for Thanksgiving\nEd Reyes\n\n\n12/10/2024\n7:00 PM\nWine for the Holidays\nStuart Frick\n\n\n1/7/2025\n7:00 PM\nOrange Wine\nCL Keedy\n\n\n1/21/2025\n7:00 PM\nGrocery Store Wine\nBart Bartlett\n\n\n2/18/2025\n7:00 PM\nFruit Wine\nDon Phillips
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-fruit-wine/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20241123T205754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T205754Z
UID:10000399-1737486000-1737489600@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Grocery Store Wine
DESCRIPTION:New Night: Now the Fun Happens on Tuesdays!\nThe OCWS Varietal Hours have moved to Tuesdays!  No more Monday night conflicts! \nIf you haven’t joined our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance! \nFirst of all\, they are FREE. Sure\, you say\, nothing is free\, and if it is then it’s not worth my time.  Au contraire my friends! What started as a way of gathering during the COVID quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new. And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless! Add to that a different night of the week and no more missing Monday Night Football to attend! \nSo here is our challenge to all of you: If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one. Yes\, just one. We promise you three things. 1) You will have fun. 2) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something! 3) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life! And you won’t even have to drive home! \nSo picture this…Your own comfortable furniture. A glass of wine in your hand.  Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not. Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new. And here’s the best part! You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun 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 will be held 7 to 8 p.m. every other Tuesday. \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 for help and information\, even if it means contacting him days before the event\, and he 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 7 p.m.(24 hours before the event)\, the Monday 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 at the above email if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms up! \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Chair \n  \n\n\n\nDATE\nTIME\nTHEME\nHOST\n\n\n11/26/2024\n7:00 PM\nWines Paired for Thanksgiving\nEd Reyes\n\n\n12/10/2024\n7:00 PM\nWine for the Holidays\nStuart Frick\n\n\n1/7/2025\n7:00 PM\nOrange Wine\nCL Keedy\n\n\n1/21/2025\n7:00 PM\nGrocery Store Wine\nBart Bartlett\n\n\n2/4/2025\n7:00 PM\nFruit Wine\nDon Phillips
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-grocery-store-wine/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20241027T190007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T190519Z
UID:10000392-1736276400-1736280000@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour – Orange Wine
DESCRIPTION:Hooray for Tuesdays! \nOCWS Varietal Hours … The Fun Now Happens on Tuesdays \nOrange County Wine Society Varietal Hours have moved to Tuesdays! No more Monday night conflicts! \nIf you haven’t joined our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance. \nFirst of all\, they are FREE. Sure\, you say\, nothing is free and if it is then it’s not worth my time. Au contraire\, my friends. What started as a way of gathering during the COVID quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new. And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless. \nAdd to that a different night of the week and no more missing Monday Night Football to attend. \nSo here is our challenge to all of you: If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one. Yes\, just one. We promise you three things: \nNo. 1 You will have fun. \nNo. 2 You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something. \nNo. 3 You won’t regret spending that hour of your life. And you won’t even have to drive home. \nSo picture this … Your own comfortable furniture. A glass of wine in your hand. Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not. Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new. And here’s the best part: You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess. We’re always happy to have new members join the fun 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\, Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hours will be held every other Tuesday 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 for help and information\, even if it means contacting him days before the event. He 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 10 p.m. the Monday 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 at the above email if you wish to host\, or with any questions or suggestions. \nWe look forward to Zooming with you soon at one of the future Varietal Hours. Bottoms up! \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Chair \n  \n\n\n\nDATE\nTIME\nTHEME\nHOST\n\n\n10/29/2024\n7:00 PM\nSpooky Wine or Label\nCathy & Lee Painter\n\n\n11/12/2024\n7:00 PM\nVeteran Owned Wines or Wineries\nDavid Price\n\n\n11/26/2024\n7:00 PM\nWines Paired for Thanksgiving\nEd Reyes\n\n\n12/10/2024\n7:00 PM\nWine for the Holidays\nStuart Frick\n\n\n1/7/2025\n7:00 PM\nOrange Wine\nCL Keedy
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-orange-wine/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20240831T003637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T003637Z
UID:10000388-1733857200-1733860800@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour – Wines for the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:If you haven’t heard of our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance! The 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 10 p.m. the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. \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)\nlike about them\, where we got them\,and more. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hour is 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\nto Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@OCWS.org or George Cravens at george@OCWS.\norg for help and information\, even if it means contacting us days before the event\, and we will walk you through\nthe process and even do a short Zoom meeting\, just for you\, to get you comfortable with the process. \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Co-Chair
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-wines-for-the-holidays/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241126T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20240831T003046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T003046Z
UID:10000387-1732647600-1732651200@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour – Wines to Pair for Thanksgiving
DESCRIPTION:If you haven’t heard of our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance! The 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 10 p.m. the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. \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)\nlike about them\, where we got them\,and more. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hour is 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\nto Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@OCWS.org or George Cravens at george@OCWS.\norg for help and information\, even if it means contacting us days before the event\, and we will walk you through\nthe process and even do a short Zoom meeting\, just for you\, to get you comfortable with the process. \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Co-Chair \n 
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-wines-to-pair-for-thanksgiving/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20240526T005440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T162937Z
UID:10000375-1731438000-1731441600@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Veteran Owned Wineries
DESCRIPTION:If you haven’t heard of our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance! \nFirst of all\, they are FREE. Sure\, you say\, nothing is free\, and if it is then it’s not worth my time. Au contraire\, my friends! What started as a way of gathering during the Covid quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new. And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless! \nSo here is our challenge to all of you: If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one. Yes\, just one. We promise you three things. 1) You will have fun. 2) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something!  3) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life!  And you won’t even have to drive home! \nSo picture this…  Your own comfortable furniture. A glass of wine in your hand.  Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not. Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new. And here’s the best part! You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun 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 Tuesday starting in October 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 10 p.m.\, 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. \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 THEME\nHOST\nCO-HOST\n\n\n6/10/2024\n7 p.m.\nRhone Wines\nScott Harral\nManuela Harral\n\n\n6/24/2024\n7 p.m.\nFavorite California Region\nLee Painter\nCathy Painter\n\n\n7/8/2024\n7 p.m.\nSpanish Varietals\n\n\n\n\n7/22/24\n\nDARK DURING THE FAIR\n\n\n\n\n9/16/2024\n7 p.m.\nSweet Wines (or as Sweet as you Can Handle)\n\n\n\n\n11/12/2024\n7 p.m.\nVeteran Owned Wineries\nDavid Price\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-veteran-owned-wineries/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241029T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20240831T002113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T002113Z
UID:10000385-1730228400-1730232000@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Spooky Wine or Label
DESCRIPTION:If you haven’t heard of our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance! The 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 10 p.m. the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. \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)\nlike about them\, where we got them\,and more. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hour is 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\nto Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@OCWS.org or George Cravens at george@OCWS.\norg for help and information\, even if it means contacting us days before the event\, and we will walk you through\nthe process and even do a short Zoom meeting\, just for you\, to get you comfortable with the process. \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Co-Chair
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-spooky-wine-or-label/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241015T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20240831T001553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T001553Z
UID:10000384-1729018800-1729022400@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Favorite Red Blend
DESCRIPTION:If you haven’t heard of our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance! The 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 10 p.m. the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. \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)\nlike about them\, where we got them\,and more. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hour is 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\nto Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@OCWS.org or George Cravens at george@OCWS.\norg for help and information\, even if it means contacting us days before the event\, and we will walk you through\nthe process and even do a short Zoom meeting\, just for you\, to get you comfortable with the process. \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Co-Chair
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-favorite-red-blend/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240930T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20240831T000805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T000805Z
UID:10000383-1727722800-1727726400@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Pinot X (Anything with Pinot in the Name!)
DESCRIPTION:Pinot Noir\, Pinot Gris\, Pinotage\, etc! \nIf you haven’t heard of our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance! The 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 10 p.m. the Sunday night before the event. Couples only need to sign up for one person since this event is via Zoom. \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)\nlike about them\, where we got them\,and more. \nRegardless of your knowledge of wine\, the Varietal Hours have something for everyone. Varietal Hour is 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\nto Zoom\, please feel free to contact Don Phillips at don@OCWS.org or George Cravens at george@OCWS.\norg for help and information\, even if it means contacting us days before the event\, and we will walk you through\nthe process and even do a short Zoom meeting\, just for you\, to get you comfortable with the process. \n—Don Phillips\, OCWS Varietal Hour Co-Chair
URL:https://ocws.org/events/varietal-hour-pinot-x-anything-with-pinot-in-the-name/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20240526T004728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240526T004838Z
UID:10000374-1726513200-1726516800@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Sweet Wines
DESCRIPTION:If you haven’t heard of our Varietal Hours by now\, here is your chance! \nFirst of all\, they are FREE. Sure\, you say\, nothing is free\, and if it is then it’s not worth my time. Au contraire\, my friends! What started as a way of gathering during the Covid quarantines has blossomed into quality time with friends\, both old and new. And the things we have learned and been taught by this group are priceless! \nSo here is our challenge to all of you: If you haven’t already attended one of these Varietal Hours\, please attend one. Yes\, just one. We promise you three things. 1) You will have fun. 2) You might just learn something\, OR you might teach us something!  3) You won’t regret spending that hour of your life!  And you won’t even have to drive home! \nSo picture this…  Your own comfortable furniture. A glass of wine in your hand.  Chatting with fun friends\, some you know\, some you may not. Right there in your own house with friends\, old and new. And here’s the best part! You don’t even have to clean up everyone’s mess! We’re always happy to have new members join the fun 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 10 p.m.\, 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. \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\nDATE\nTIME\nVARIETAL THEME\nHOST\nCO-HOST\n\n\n6/10/2024\n7 p.m.\nRhone Wines\nScott Harral\nManuela Harral\n\n\n6/24/2024\n7 p.m.\nFavorite California Region\nLee Painter\nCathy Painter\n\n\n7/8/2024\n7 p.m.\nSpanish Varietals\n\n\n\n\n7/22/24\n\nDARK DURING THE FAIR\n\n\n\n\n9/16/2024\n7 p.m.\nSweet Wines (or as Sweet as you Can Handle)\n\n\n\n\n9/30/2024\n7 p.m.\nVeteran Owned Wineries\nDavid Price\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ocws.org/events/67852/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240906T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240906T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20240730T165721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T171138Z
UID:10000377-1725649200-1725652800@ocws.org
SUMMARY:2024 Annual Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:(Signup once per household)\nThe OCWS Annual Business Meeting will be held on Friday\, September 6th at 7 PM.  In our continued efforts to reach the most members possible\, the meeting will again be presented via Zoom Webinar. \nThe meeting will focus on the current state of the organization\, including a year in review and financial status.  We will cover events and highlights of the year\, as well as discuss plans for the remainder of 2024. \nOur Annual Election for Board of Directors is upcoming\, and this meeting will give everyone the opportunity to hear from the candidates\, who will present their qualifications and goals. \nSign-ups for this event are required\, although there is no cost to attend.  A Zoom Webinar link will be sent to each attendee in advance of the meeting.  This is a member only event. \nPlease note that the former in-person social aspect of this event will be replaced with the Volunteer Recognition Reception on September 29th\, when we will present volunteer awards.  Honorees will receive notification in early September. \nOn behalf of the entire OCWS Board of Directors\, I encourage you to attend this important meeting.  The meeting will be conducted in accordance with the OCWS Bylaws and government regulations for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. \nWe look forward to seeing you at this important business meeting.  For those unable to attend the annual business meeting\, a record will be posted for your viewing. \nCarolyn Christian\, President \n 
URL:https://ocws.org/events/2024-annual-business-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Annual Meeting
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Untitled-2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240715T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240715T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20240127T200935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T204122Z
UID:10000241-1721070000-1721073600@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Spanish 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-spanish-varietals/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240624T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20240127T200526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T200526Z
UID:10000240-1719255600-1719259200@ocws.org
SUMMARY:Varietal Hour - Favorite California Region
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-favorite-california-region/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Varietal Hour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20240127T200033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T200033Z
UID:10000237-1718046000-1718049600@ocws.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20240127T195621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T195621Z
UID:10000235-1715626800-1715630400@ocws.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240429T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20240127T195155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T195155Z
UID:10000234-1714417200-1714420800@ocws.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ocws.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Varietal-Hour.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260722T145522
CREATED:20240127T202006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T164650Z
UID:10000243-1713207600-1713211200@ocws.org
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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UID:10000363-1711998000-1712001600@ocws.org
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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