Santa Barbara County is blessed with a diversity of vital nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving the health, well-being, growth, civic leadership and compassion of our community.
Charitable giving and philanthropy are part of our identity, which is why Noozhawk is proud to support the nonprofit community through sponsoring local community organizations and events.
To showcase our support of the event, Vine 2 Wine, Brews & Bites, Noozhawk spoke with Larry Barbro, Director at Los Alamos Valley Men’s Club to learn more about their event.
Los Alamos Valley Men’s Club
Question: What is the name and date of your event?
Answer: Vine 2 Wine, Brews & Bites | June 21, 2025.
Q: What is the mission, goal, and/or theme of this occasion?
A: The core mission and theme of Vine 2 Wine, Brews & Bites is to bring the community together for an unforgettable evening celebrating the local flavors of the Central Coast, while also raising funds for the Los Alamos “Old Days” celebration.
Q: Have you held this event before?
A: This is the inaugural of Vine 2 Wine, Brews & Bites
Q: Tell us some more details about your celebration?
A: Join us for an unforgettable tasting featuring rare & library wines from top Central Coast producers including:
Allan Hancock College, AMADA, Ampelos, a Tribute To Grace, Bedford, Brander, Civilization, Clementine Carter, Demetria, Disko, Eislynn, Ken Brown, LoFi, Lucas & Lewellen, Lumen, Presqu’ile, Rancho Sisquoc, Riverbench, Rocket’s Red, Seacreatures, Story of Soil, Tread, Vincent, Zaca Mesa — plus a lively Beer Garden!
Come hungry! Enjoy handcrafted food from these amazing local favorites:
Donna’s Rustic Scones, Full of Life Flatbread, Olive Hill Farm, PICO, PLENTY, The Station by Whiskey & Rye, and Whiskey Bent BBQ.
Q: How do people get involved with your event? (volunteer, attend, etc.)
A: Volunteers mostly from the club. Tickets are available here!
Q: Is this a fundraising affair? If so, how will the funds raised help your organization?
A: Yes, Fundraising for Tradition: By purchasing tickets, attendees directly support the planning and production of Los Alamos’ Old Days celebration, helping preserve local tradition.
Q: Who is sponsoring your event, and why is their support important?
A: In short: It’s a community-driven event supported collectively by the Los Alamos Valley Men’s Club and numerous local wine and beer vendors (notably Lucas & Lewellen), making it a collaboratively funded fundraiser rather than one with corporate sponsorship tie-ins.
Allan Hancock College, AMADA, Ampelos, a Tribute To Grace, Bedford, Brander, Civilization, Clementine Carter, Demetria, Disko, Eislynn, Ken Brown, LoFi, Lucas & Lewellen, Lumen, Presqu’ile, Rancho Sisquoc, Riverbench, Rocket’s Red, Seacreatures, Story of Soil, Tread, Vincent, Zaca Mesa — plus a lively Beer Garden!
Amazing local favorites: Donna’s Rustic Scones, Full of Life Flatbread, Olive Hill Farm, PICO, PLENTY, The Station by Whiskey & Rye, and Whiskey Bent BBQ.
Q: Do you work with an Event Planner? If not, who are the key people who make it all happen?
A: No we do not work with an Event Planner.
Q: Does your organization have any other upcoming events this year?
A: Yes, Los Alamos Old Days is the Central Coast’s beloved annual celebration, held over the last full weekend in September on historic Bell Street in Los Alamos, California. Here’s everything you need to know: Dates for 2025: September 26–28 | Location: Bell Street in downtown Los Alamos—a charming one‑street town with Old West vibes
Q: What are you planning as a post-event follow up?
A: Possible Golf Tourney in August, again a Los Alamos Old Days fundraiser.
To learn more about Vine 2 Wine, Brews & Bites click here.
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