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Thousand Oaks Winery May 2010 Newsletter
Greetings!
 
Thanks for taking the time to check out our newsletter!.  We hope you find it both informative and entertaining.
 
Enjoy!
Don't Forget Mom on Mothers Day Mom 

There is only one correct answer to the question: Are you doing anything for your Mom on Mother's Day?  The only answer is: YES.  You don't have to bring her to Thousand Oaks Winery, but you do have to do something special for her on her big day. 

Kids: Don't miss this opportunity to honor  you Mom on her special day. Dads: Don't think you're exempt either.
 
                                                    
To all our Mom's out there, have a wonderful Mothers Day !
 
WARNING: FAILURE TO REMEMBER MOM ON MOTHERS DAY MAY RESULT IN HEARING THE LABOR OR STRETCH MARK STORIES AGAIN.
Transporting Wine

We've occassionally been asked questions about the proper way to transport wine by car.  Recommend that you don't stiore the wine in your passenger compartment, due to the heat gained on sunny days.  Basically, a hot day can turn your car into a solar cooker causing the cork to come out of the bottle.  For this reason, we recommend storing wine upright in your trunk. Light is also the enemy of your recently purchased wine, so storing it in your trunk also blocks the suns rays which can damage the wine.

There are a number of  commercial products that you can buy, but a standard cooler works well and virtually everyone owns one.

Rain Got You Down?rain cartoon 

Although blessed with unseasonably nice weather in March and early April, it looks as if we're in that Spring rain weather pattern. Keep us in mind if you are looking for something to do on a rainy weekend.  We have plenty of indoor seating and a covered pavillion.

 
Closed May 15th for Brewer - Wissman Wedding wedding 
 
 

Thousand Oaks Winery will be closed on May 15th for the wedding of Linda Brewer and Mark Wissman.  We recently visited with Mark &Linda and noticed that  Linda's excitement was only matched by Mark's mervousness.  After sampling 'Afterglow' Mark's nervousness improved.

Murder Mystery Dinner Theater - 7 May (7-11pm) murder 

We are partnering with Vines 2 Wines Excursions to offer a 60's themed Dinner Murder Mystery Friday, May 7th (7:-11pm).  The adventure starts on the BUS! This event is sure to please anyone who enjoys fun,good food, and wine! Ticket price includes round-trip transportation from your home or office, wine sampling and dinner with dessert! $35 per person For details or to reserve your seat, call Suzanne @ (573)579-9009

Artsy People Wanted - May 23, 2010 artist 

We're looking for artists, crafters, and others who would like to showvase their work during our 2nd Birthday Bash.  This event is also our primary fundraiser for our Relay for Life team, which is raising money for the American Cancer Society..

 There is no table fee for this event.
Thousand Oaks Winery Turns 2 - May 23rd
We'll be sad if you can't make our birthday bash
birthday
 

We turn 2 in May and are planning a big birthday celebration on May 23rd. Our birthday celebration is also our Relay for Life fundraiser to raise funds for the American Cancer Socirty. Music will  be provided by Bruce Zimmerman and we will be offering an expaned menu. 100% of the food sales amd 20% of the alcohol sales will be donated to the American Cancer Society.  We also hope to have a number of artists and crafts available to showcase their work during this event. Join us on May 23rd to help us celebrate turning two and to help raise money for the fight against cancer, which has touched all our families.

May Wine Club Meeting - 21 May (7-10pm) wineclub 

The next Wine Club meeting is scheduled for 21 May (7pm) at Thousand Oaks WInery.  This meeting will include presentations by FS Label and Bauerhaus Design.  Our wine club members include winery and vineyard owners, award winning winemakers, new winemakers, and wine enthusiasts. 

Our meeting goals include: education / information exchange,  good food and wine, and great company.  There is no cost to attend our Wine Club meetings but we do ask that you bring a covered dish, dessert, appetizer, and/or your favorite bottle of wine.
 
Hope you can attend!

Calendar of Events

Apr 30    Welcome SEMO Culinary School

May 1     SEMO Basic Wine Chemistry Course (9am)

May 2     Music by Grisham Spur (2-6pm)
May 7     Murder Mystery Dinner Theater (7-11pm)
May 9     Music by Bill Booth (2-6pm)
May 15   Winery Closed - Brewer Weissman Wedding
May 16   Music by Dan Wietop (3-6pm)
May 21   Wine Club Meeting (7-10pm)
May 23   Winery 2nd Birthday Bash & Relay for Life Fundraiser
                Music by Bruce Zimmernan (3-6pm)
May 30   Music by Casey Bennefield (3-6pm)
Thanks again for your continued interest in our family owned and operated winery.  Please contact us with any questions at  your earliest convenience.  We can be reached at (573) 866-2522.
 
Sincerely,
 
Bob and Teresa
Thousand Oaks Winery
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Free Rose for Mom at Thousand Oaks Winery

Since we guilted you into taking your Mom  to Thousand Oaks Winery on Mothers Day,  here's something extra.  Your Mom will receive a rose from Cedar Lane Florist , Patton, MO. with a qualifying purchase of a bottle of wine.  Good while supply  of roses lasts.
Offer Good Mothers Day 2010 Only

Buy 3 Candles Get 1 Free at Light My Way Candles

This coupon good for a free candle with the qualifying purchase of 3 candles at Light My Way Candles, Patton, MO.
Offer Good Mothers Day Weekend Only
$10 Off Any Room At Mulberry Hollow Bed & Breakfast
This coupon good for  $10 off any room at Mulberry Hollow Bed and Breakfast, Perryville, MO.  For more information visit their web site: http://www.mulberryhollow.com/
 
Offer Good Mothers Day Weekend Only