It’s soon time for the seventh annual Encinitas Rotary Wine Festival, a celebration of international wines, local microbreweries and cuisine, hosted by the San Diego Botanic Garden, one of my favorite places.

This is an opportunity to enjoy a fabulous evening of fine wine and tasty samplings from our local restaurants, listen to great music, and support wonderful and worthy causes, all the while enjoying the beautiful setting of the Gardens, one of North San Diego County’s true jewels.  The event takes place June 5th, 2010 from 5pm to 8pm.  More details and ticket prices can be found at www.encinitaswinefestival.com. 

While you will most likely want to get a babysitter for the evening, make sure to return to the Garden with the kids on another day to visit the Hamilton Children’s Garden, a enchanting place where children and families can enjoy the outdoors and experience the wonder of being close to nature.