May 17th 6:30-10pm with dancing until 11pm

The event includes a beautiful evening filled with fabulous foods, incredible wines, magical music, educational exhibits, and an exploration of the science behind the making and enjoying of wine. The Science of Wine is ScienceWorks' only major fundraiser and helps support its educational programs serving children and educators from all over southern Oregon and northern California.

This event is not just a mere wine tasting!  Instead, this Gala includes delicious hors d'oeuvres from our area's best restaurants, and wines paired with every bite.  The event also features exhibits and activities that allow guests to explore the basic components of wine, including acid, sugar and tannins.  Winemakers, leading wine experts and local chefs will help guests discover which wines pair best with certain foods, and why these combinations work so well.  Examples of previous wine and food pairings include:

• "Inca Salmon" with asparagus and spicy mushrooms from Beasy's on the Creek paired with a 2003 Pear House Reserve Syrah and a 2002 Claret from EdenVale Estate
• Chicken and basil puff pastry and crostini with goat cheese, olive tapenade and sun dried tomato spreads from Cafe Dejuener paired with a Henry Estate Pinot Gris and a 2002 Barrel Select Pinot Noir.
• Chocolate dipped orange shortbread and Mexican chocolate truffles from Creek House Patisserie and smoked blue cheese chocolates with lavender caramels from Lillie Belle Chocolatier paired with a 2005 Claret and a 2005 Syrah from Slagle Creek Vineyards

In addition to great regional wine and food there will also be live music performances by Annie Mac and Charley Pagani & Friends, as well as live and silent auctions.See below for a complete list of live auction items. 

Tickets are $55 for ScienceWorks members and $65 for non-members.  We expect the event to sell out so buy your tickets soon!  Buy your tickets here! 

Recharge in Sedona, Arizona
Enjoy a week surrounded by the distinctive red rock formations of the Southwest in a two-bedroom condo at The Ridge on Sedona Golf Course Resort. Leisure activities abound at this retreat where secluded whirlpool spas are scattered across the hillsides and swimming pools, steam saunas, a fitness center and an 18-hole golf course await your arrival.  The week of your stay, September 20-27, 2008, coincides with the Sedona Jazz on the Rocks Festival. "From free concerts to an All-Day Jazzfest, the Sedona Jazz Festival promises to be an event you'll always remember in a place you'll never forget." You may find more information at www.sedonajazz.com. Performances to be announced in May.  Value is $2100. Donated by Roy and Barbara Glassberg.

Escape to the California wine country
Enjoy a weekend (two nights) at this beautifully appointed, peaceful country get away. This Sonoma cottage is conveniently located in the midst of wineries and 5 minutes from the lively central Sonoma Square.  The cottage sleeps 2-4 people with an enclosed backyard and a deck off the living room. Donated by Judy Kranzler.

Fiesta con Gusto!
Pescado Veracruzana, turkey mole, shrimp tamales, MARGARITAS - do we have your attention? It's not just tacos at this summer party. Maggie and Gordon Javna will host a traditional, elegant Mexican feast for 10 at their Rogue Valley home. Dates limited to July-September 2008. Donated by Maggie and Gordon Javna.

Please Pass the Pizza
Janis Rosenthal and Jeff Rinkoff invite eight for dinner at their amazing Victorian home, recently featured in Renovation Style magazine. There will be pizza fresh from Jeff's custom pizza oven, antipasti platters, dessert, wine and more as the renowned hosts entertain you and your guests. Donated by Janis Rosenthal and Jeff Rinkoff.

Gold and Gems - a perfect match!
Sapphires and diamonds sparkle in this matching necklace and earring suite. This elegant, classic design is hand-made 14k white gold and contains .15ct total of fine diamonds and a stunning 1 carat round brilliant cut red sapphire.  The matching earrings contain 1.45 carats of fine red sapphires. These fiery gems are set in beautiful, heavyweight 14k white gold scroll style settings. You can get a sneak peek at the suite starting April 5th.  They will be featured in the window display of Gold & Gems Fine Jewelry in downtown Ashland.  Donated by Gold and Gems Fine Jewelry.

Winemaker's Dinner - Spanish Style
Why travel to Valencia when you and your friends (8-10 people) can enjoy a winemaker's dinner in a local vineyard villa? Join hosts Ron Rezek and Janet Eastman at their winery estate this summer for paella and estate-grown and bottled Tempranillo. Donated by Janet Eastman and Ron Rezek.

Wine, Dine and MUSIC!
You and 20 of your closest friends are invited to the home of Goa and Shanti Lobaugh for a private house concert. Spend the evening listening to world-renowned guitarist Jeff Pevar and the soulful moving vocals of Inger Jorgenson. Let these two incredible musicians inspire and move you while enjoying a spectacular view. Soothe your pallet with wine from a local vineyard and delicious hors d'oeuvres from local chefs. It will be a night to remember! Donated by Goa and Shanti Lobaugh, Jeff Pevar and Inger Jorgenson

Cook Your Way to Extravagant Health
Clinical Nutritionist , Real Food advocate and gardener Kia Sanford MS CN  will teach you and your friends how to indulge guiltlessly. Learn how to prepare each of five delectable courses you will be enjoying for dinner and receive instruction on wine pairings from a local wine expert. You are invited to the sweet and savory inner sanctum - come cook at home and dine in the gardens with Kia and friends. Donated by Kia Sanford.

A Deliciously Mysterious Dinner Party
The California wine county is the perfect place for sophisticated palates with a penchant for fruit of the vine. But when vineyard owner Barry Underwood is discovered buried in his wine cellar, clues are also uncovered.  With suspects named Papa Vito, Hedy Shablee, Ralph Rottengrape and Marilyn Merlot, you and your friends can role-play this fun, imaginative Murder Mystery. Murder's on the menu, and everyone's a suspect in this grownup dinner party for 8 at the home of Sam and Lisa James on the Rogue River near Sam's Valley. Buyers must schedule at least 30 days in advance at a mutually agreeable time. Donated by Lisa and Sam James.

Your Own Private Science of Wine
Invite 20 friends to attend a wine tasting at ScienceWorks.  Mouth-watering hors d'oeuvres, prepared by Allyson Holt of Allyson's Kitchen, will be paired with elegant wine selections.  Donated by Allyson's Kitchen and Sharon and John Javna.

Holiday Winemaker's Dinner
Enjoy a private dinner party for 10 this Holiday season in RoxyAnn Winery's beautifully remodeled barn. Gus Janeway, winemaker at RoxyAnn, will pair wines with delicious foods prepared by the chefs at Pasta Piatti. Donated by RoxyAnn Winery and Pasta Piatti

Do the Britt Festival in Style!
Back by popular demand, your perfect summer evening for eight guests begins at the hilltop Jacksonville home of April and Bob Sevcik. Enjoy cocktails, dinner, and breathtaking views from the veranda, and then be transported a few short blocks to Britt where you will be seated up front in the reserved section for one of this season's most popular shows, Bonnie Raitt on Monday Sept 1 at 7:30pm  Donated by April and Bob Sevcik and Sharon and John Javna.

London Bus Winery Tour
You and 30 of your friends can enjoy a private winery tour on a newly refurbished London double-decker bus.  There are two options for the tour, a South Valley route or a North Valley route.  The South Valley route takes you to Paschal Winery, Rising Sun Farms, and Trium/Pheasant Hill.  While the North Valley route visits Eden Vale, South Stage Cellars, and Valley View Winery.  Donated by Shawn McFadden and the above named wineries.