Proprietor's Reserve is very excited to announce the next Wine Maker event on Saturday, June 12th at 1pm with Chronic Cellars and Wine Maker Josh Beckett!! The brother duo are well know in Paso Robles, as Josh and Jake Beckett got their start at Peachy Canyon (just like Tobin James!). Chronic Cellar Wines from Paso Robles have been a big hit in San Diego and most places are completely out of their wines! We've managed to hold on to one to two cases of each Chronic Cellars Wine in preparation for our tasting event.

We've got a spectacular line up ready for Saturday June 12th and we hope to see you there! RSVPs are required and seats will go quick so please let me know ASAP if you would like to attend.

Wine & Lunch Pairing Menu:

La Munecha White Rhone Blend
Spanish Style Louie Avocado Shirmp Cucumber Radish Lime

El Perfecto Tempranillo Blend
Roasted Corn Salad Red Onion Red Bell Pepper Cilantro Cumin

Sofa King Bueno Red Rhone Blend
Chilled Yellow Rice Salad Roasted Red Pepper Black Beans Saffron

Dead Nuts Zinfandel
Shredded Chicken Chimichurri Polenta Fritter

Purple Paradise Zinfandel
South American Hash Chorizo Sweet Potato Garlic Juice Reduction

Suite Petite Petite Sirah
Flank Steak Slider Adobo Glaze Raspberry Reduction Aurugala Ciabatta

Tranquilo Late Harvest Petite Sirah
Latin Blue Cheese Exploration Castello San Ignacio Cabrales Dark Choclate Truffle

Due to limited space, credit card reservations are kindly requested. Please email erinsealy@hotmail.com or call 619.823.3541 to RSVP.

Lunch & Tasting: $35/person
BRIX Club: $28/person

Special pricing on retail purchases will be in effect, however please note that quantities are extremely limited and most wines are gone once we go through our saved inventory!

Visit Often: www.proprietorsreserve.com

UPCOMING EVENTS!!
June 22 7pm Longboard Cellars Tapas & Tasting
July 6 7pm Malbecs & Latin Tapas Tasting

Cheers!,

Erin Sealy
Proprietor's Reserve Wine Bar
4711 34th Street ~Normal Heights
www.proprietorsreserve.com
erinsealy@hotmail.com
619 8233541

Adams Avenue Farmers Market Meets Taste of Adams Avenue

This Wednesday, June 9, 2010 visit the Adams Avenue Farmers' Market and purchase Taste of Adams Avenue tickets for a discounted price of $20 each, a $5 savings! Tickets available at the Farmers' Market Information Booth.

Adams Avenue Farmers' Market. Market hours are 3 pm-7 pm. and it is located on 35th Street just south of Adams Avenue (google address 4672 35th Street, San Diego CA 92116).

Taste of Adams Avenue Tickets on Sale Now!

The Adams Avenue Business Assciation is hosting the

10th Annual Taste of Adams Avenue.

DATE: Sunday, June 13, 2010

TIME: 11:00a.m. - 3:00p.m.

LOCATION: Ticket Pick up booth - Adams Avenue at 34th Street (Google Map Addres 3366 Adams Avenue)

Sample from over 20 of Adams Avenue's finest restaurants.

Tickets are available now $25 in advance or $30 the day of the event.

BUY TICKETS HERE

For more information, click on the image above.

ART AROUND ADAMS IS COMING

FREE SEMINAR:Social Media for Small Businesses

Register NOW! Filling up Quickly!

AABA is hosting A FREE SEMINAR: Social Media for Small Businesses.
DATE: Wednesday - June 2, 2010

TIME: 7:30 am - 9:00 am
LOCATION: Normal Heights Community Center, 4649 Hawley Boulevard, San Diego 92116

Any small business that wants to attract new customers and build its customer base needs to learn how to use social media effectively and responsibly. Social media can be a powerful tool for small business owners who understand the technologies, how to use them and how to interact with customers and consumers online.

This information-packed session will answer:
• Why social media? Why now?
• How can social media help small businesses?
• What are the pros and cons?
• Is your business ready to engage with social media?
• What are the best platforms for small businesses?
-- Facebook? MySpace? Twitter? YouTube?
• How are other small businesses using social media?
• What are the "Dos and Don'ts" of social media?

Registration Required: For more information or to reserve your place, contact Adams Avenue Business Association at Jim@AdamsAvenueBusiness.com or call (619) 282-7329.

Register Early - Space is Limited!

Temporary Location for Farmers' Market

OK, the Adams Avenue Farmers' Market will be located at Adams Elementary School, 4672 35th Street tomorrow, just south of Adams Ave behind the rec center. 3 pm to 7 pm.

Thanks for spreading the word!

Alternative Happy Hour

Adams Avenue Farmers' Market

The new Adams Ave Farmers' Market was a hit. Cheers to everyone involved in making it happen.

FRIENDS OF NORMAL HEIGHTS CANYONS

Reminder - the FNHC tour of Eugene Canyon for River Days week is this Saturday, May 15, 9:30 - 11:30, meet at the end of Eugene Place. To see the full schedule of River Days events throughout the county, go to sandiegoriver.org
For those who can stay, we'll hold our regular meeting for about a half hour right after the tour.

Big thanks to all the volunteers who participated in the FNHC Creek to Bay Clean Up on April 24! We cleaned out 682 pounds of trash and recycling - most of that weight was in the form of bmx ramps. Since the short staffed Code Enforcement department couldn't get the (caught and confessed) individuals responsible for the illegal grading/bmx ramps in the canyon to correct their violations, we had to pick up the slack.
Aside from the ramps this year, our canyons continue to get cleaner every year. We need your help to keep the canyons clean - keep an eye out for polluters and volunteer when you can.

Attached is the current watering schedule for the native plant restoration sites in Eugene Canyon - spots are still open for the summer. You can see our new (easier) watering system during Saturday's tour.

Bike to Work Day/Week

Next week is Bike to Work Week, but the official bike to work day is Friday, May 21st.



Gear up for Bike to Work Day at our Pre-event in Balboa Park!
Saturday, May 15th from 8am to noon


Not sure if you’re ready for Bike to Work Day (BTWD)? Then come to our pre-event and gear up! You’ll be able to register for BTWD, receive a free mini bike inspection, try out an electric bike, and more. Registering for BTWD will allow you to pick up a FREE t-shirt on your BTWD commute!

At 10:30 am the new San Diego Regional Bikeway Map will be unveiled by County Supervisor Greg Cox!

You will also be able to pick up a free copy of the NEW San Diego Regional Bikeway map as well as freebies from sponsor booths. The iCommute team will be available to answer any questions about your bike commute and how pit stops can help you refuel during your BTWD commute.

The pre-event will be held at Redwood Circle in Balboa Park, just off of 6th Ave & Laurel St, from 8am to Noon.

GET MORE INFO HERE

Adams Avenue Farmers' Market Location Change

NEW LOCATION
The Adams Avenue Farmers' Market Grand Opening has changed location to the Rite Aid parking lot at 3650 Adams Avenue. The date and time are the same; Wednesday, May 12, 2010 from 3:00pm - 7:00pm

Join the Nite on Adams walk to your favorite Adams Avenue business afterwards and enjoy the full Adams Avenue experience.

NIGHT on ADAMS

So far we've had two Nights on Adams and they've been a load of fun. Now we're sitting down, thinking hard and planning for the summer. We might stick with Wednesday's to feed off the fantastic Adams Ave Farmers' Market, but we might also think about switching to Saturdays so more people can stay out. More info coming soon.

Thanks for the businesses who participated last time: RARE HARE, ¡VIVA POPS!, MARIPOSA, VISUAL ART SUPPLY, BLIND LADY, PROPRIETORS RESERVE and ROSIE O'GRADY'S.

CHECK OUT THE BIBLE BROTHER FROM LAST MONTH'S EVENT...

Adams Avenue Farmers' Market

Grand Opening Wednesday, May 12, 2010
3-7pm

Providing the communities of Normal Heights, University Heights, Talmadge, Kensington and beyond with 24-Carrot Excitement! Find incredible fruits, vegetables and farm-fresh eggs ; shop for fresh baked bread and pastries,

fish, meat, cheese, fresh flowers, sea salts and spices, olives and sauces. Meet local artists and craftspeople, enjoy the live music and a bite to eat, and mingle with your neighbors.

The location with be at Adams Ave and 40th Street just south of Adams. Click here for location.

http://www.adamsavemarket.com/

Bike Valet was a big hit!

The bike valet at this years Roots Fest on Adams was a big hit.
Adams Ave Bikes and the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition
parked over 300 bikes.
Thanks to Andrew and Kathy for making this happen.

Small Brewery of the Year: Ballast Point Tasting at Proprietor's Reserve!

Wednesday, April 28th at 7pm, Proprietor's Reserve Wine Bar
We are very excited to share with you the 3 Gold Medal Winner and Small Brewery of the Year at the World Beer Beer Cup, Ballast Point Brewery! Most people know Ballast Point for their super popular Yellowtail Pale Ale, but we're gonna show you there is much much more to this San Diego Brewery!

We have an exciting event planned for you, complete with a Ballast Point Brewer, Cask Beer and a Mystery Growler!! (A growler is basically a big jug they will pull from the tap in their tasting room and is only available there usually!)

Beer Menu - 8 Beers, each a 4 oz pour
Wahoo Wheat
Yellowtail Pale Ale
Big Eye IPA
Sculpin Ale Cask Beer (Gold Medal Winner!)
Sculpin Ale Bottled (comparison to see the Cask difference!)
Piper Down Scottish Ale (Gold Medal Winner!)
Black Marlin Porter
TBD Mystery Growler from the Tasting Room!

22oz bottles of Wahoo, Yellowtail, Big Eye, Black Marlin and Sculpin will be available for retail purchase at a discounted price during the tasting!

We'll be pairing the 8 beers with individually served tapas plates, so you can sit back and enjoy the tasting! Beer pairs great with different cheeses, nuts, cured meats, and fruits! There will also be some dinner specials on the board from Luz's Kitchen if you'd like a more substantial dinner.

All attendees will get to take home their Ballast Point Tasting Glass and have the chance to wine some great prizes from the Brewery!!

Event cost for 8 beers and plated tapas: $20/person
BRIX Club Members: $18/person

**Credit Card Reservations are kindly requested for events. Please contact Erin Sealy at erinsealy@hotmail.com or 619.823.3541

Visit Frequently for Updates and Additional Events: www.proprietorsreserve.com

Erin Sealy
Proprietor's Reserve Wine Bar
erinsealy@hotmail.com
619 8233541

Visual Art Supply at Roots

Come by VISUAL ART SUPPLY during The 37th Annual Roots Fest on Adams Saturday, April 24th, 10 am - 8 pm and Sunday April 25th, 10 am - 6 pm :: Live Music ∙ Artwork ∙ Pottery ∙ Jewelry ∙ Skateboards by Kelly Hutchison and more to be announced!!

Roots Fest Sat & Sun, April 24 & 25

The Roots Fest on Adams is a FUN, FREE two-day music festival which focuses on the promotion, preservation and performance of local and nationally touring musical acts.

The Adams Avenue Business Association will proudly present the 37th Annaul Roots Fest on Adams on Saturday and Sunday, April 24 & 25 2010. Over 40,000 visitors attended this FUN, FREE two-day festival last year. We hope all of you who attended enjoyed the live music performances, the vendors and the merchant shops along the Adams Avenue Business District and will return for more this year.

John Doe, Candy Kane, The Watson Twins, Gregory Page, Kid Ramos, Steve Poltz and more.... Click here for the 2010 Performance Schedule.

See Band Videos Here

BEERS FOR BOOKS at Blind Lady Ale House

Time: April 18, 2010 from 11:30am to 11:45pm
Location: Blind Lady Ale House
Street: 3416 Adams Avenue
City/Town: San Diego, CA
Website or Map: http://www.blindladyalehouse.…
Phone: 619-255-2491

The San Diego Chapter of Room to Read is organizing the 2nd annual ALL DAY Beers for Books fundraiser at the Blind Lady Ale House, one of San Diego's finest craft beer joints! Come on out for a great cause while enjoying tasty food and drink with friendly people.

For more information and to RSVP here is the link to the SD Room to Read Chapter Facebook event page:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=307923690680

ROOTS FEST ON ADAMS UPDATES

Roots Fest on Adams Performer Line-up Announced
The excitement is mounting for this FREE, FUN Music Event as the 2010 Performer Line-up has been announced. Schedule your time to attend early and get here to see your favorite Roots Fest on Adams performers. Click here for the 2010 Performance Schedule

Roots Fest on Adams Vendor Applications NOW available!
Adams Avenue Business Association is seeking more and new Arts & Craft Vendors for the Roots Fest on Adams (formerly known as the Roots & Folk Festival). If you have hand-made items that you sell, we would love to have you at the Roots Fest. The Applications are availbable online NOW! Get yours in early while the spaces are open! Get your application here.

Roots Fest on Adams Sponsorship Opportunities
The AABA is offering the member businesses the opportunity to be a sponsor of the Roots Fest on Adams. This will be a chance to highlight your shop to the over 50,000 expected visitors of the event through advertising in the Event Program and through the event venue. Event programs are distributed throughout the immediate neighborhoods and available to the event visitors.

Please review the SPONSORSHIPS and choose the one that fits your needs. These sponsorships will support the event and attract people to your location during and after the Roots Fest on Adams.

Sponsor the Roots Fest on Adams NOW!
Contact the AABA office to get your sponsorship now. The sponsorships are limited and are a great way to support the Roots Fest on Adams while attracting the visitors to your location.

How to Contact AABA Office:
PHONE: (619) 282-7329
E-MAIL: Jim@AdamsAvenueBusiness.com
VISIT: 4649 Hwley Boulevard, San Diego CA 92116
Taste of Adams Avenue Offering Sponsorship Opportunites
Adams Avenue Business Association will be hosting the 10th Annual Taste of Adams Avenue on Sunday, June 13, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

This year’s Taste of Adams Avenue will feature trolleys (provided by Old Town Trolley Tours) to the diverse restaurants and eateries along Adams Avenue. Restaurants as they serve portions of their food specialties and hors d’oeuvres.

The 2010 Sponsorship again offers an opportunity to have a physical presence on site during the event. We will have a rest area for the “tasters” in the mid point of the event venue with booth spaces available for the sponsors. This gives you, the sponsor, an opportunity to directly market your products and services to the event visitors. Choose Your Sponsorship Level

April 14th

Aaron Bowen & His Ditties will be playing and there will be Pop Art w/ Kate tonight at Viva Pops.

The Bible Brothers are rumored to be playing at the corner of 34th and Adams.

Mariposa is happy to say the water issues are pretty much taken care of on their block and they WILL be open tonight.