Join the Vineyards of Swan Creek for the release of our 2011 Spring wines. Tastings of selected wines will be provided paired with a sampling of paired foods. Live entertainment will be at each vineyard throughout the weekend. For more information visit www.swancreekvineyards.com.

Open-air, Sunday afternoon Farmer's Market. Happens Every Sunday from 12-5pm, May-November in the surface parking lot across from the Green Bean Coffeehouse and Next to M'Coul's and Bin 33.nnFeatures local and NC Grown seasonal produce, meat, eggs, cheese, baked goods, specialty food items, and local crafts.

Savor the smell of our roses in full bloom. Enjoy a glass of Raffaldini wine as you take a complimentary tour of the gardens surrounding Villa Raffaldini. This event will be held rain or shine. No admission fee.

Bring mom to Raffaldini Vineyards to experience our beautiful views while you enjoy our award-winning Raffaldini wines! All mothers will receive a complimentary tasting of our Frizzante wine paired with a sampling of chocolate!

This will be an interactive event! For more information or to purchase tickets call 336/835-9463 or e-mail info@raffaldini.com.

How often do you decide to make one of your favorite recipes, only to find out your missing several key ingredients? Do you open up you fridge, look at all the lovely contents, then grab the frozen pizza out of the freezer and fix it instead? Do you end up throwing out much of your fresh produce, because you don’t know what to do with it? Then this demo is just what you need. n On the day of the demo I’ll grab what’s available in my fridge, along with many of my herbs and spices and my favorite flavor fixers, and create a dish on the spot, without any pre-thought preparation. That’s what I call “Cooking by Feel” and you can learn to do it, too.n Come enjoy a demonstration and sampling on your way home from the office. There’s sure to be laughter and fun included.

Join us for a community dinner to celebrate sustainable energy with Elliott Montgomery, City of Greensboro Community Planners, and solar installers from Soleil Energy Solutions.n

Huami Magazine is giving back to the community in a special way, on Saturday, June 16 the community based magazine will host a  "Community Cookout" from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.  The event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC and will take place at Festival Park, located at 200 N. Davie St., downtown Greensboro, N.C. There will be free food, live music and various games for families. To learn more about this event, please visit www.mykelmedia.com.  

Celebrate Dad with a brunch at Raffaldini Vineyards! $45 plus tax per person. RSVP by calling 336.835.9463 or email info@raffaldini.com.

At 3:00 pm, Benny will host a private tasting in the winery barrel room of 4 wines and cheeses, along with a tour and barrel sampling. This event will last approximately 1.5 hours.nCost per person $15. Reservations required. 336-468-9463 or 1-888-769-4635

Celebrate our Independence at Raffaldini Vineyards! Forno Moto will be on hand to provide their excellent brick oven pizza for purchase!

Visit the Tasting Room wearing or carrying an American Flag and receive a 10% discount on any purchase (excluding tasting fee).

FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3011 High Point Road restaurant in Greensboro, N.C., on July 7, 2012, to benefit the North Carolina Kings. From 7:30 – 10:00 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of thencommunity and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the North Carolina Kings. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used towards remaining seasons, NCAA certified basketball events, and to help the organization grow and develop financially, as it is only one year old. Benefits will also aid in expanding the team, allowing a younger demographic to get involved.nTickets for Short Stacks for Big Change, a pancake breakfast fundraiser, are $8 for adults and $3 for children six and under, and can be purchased by contacting Christe Harris at (336) 601-4365 or christe@nccourtkings.com. All attendees are encouraged tonbring a donation to fuel FATZ® fundraising efforts for the North Carolina Kings.

FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3011 High Point Road restaurant in Greensboro, N.C., on Saturday, July 14, 2012, to benefit H.H.M. Youth Ministry. From 7:30 – 10:00 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the H.H.M. Youth Ministry.nTickets for Short Stacks for Big Change, a pancake breakfast fundraiser, are $8 and can be purchased by contacting Allison Pittman at allisonpittman@gmail.com. All attendees are encouraged to bring a donation to fuel FATZ® fundraising efforts for H.H.M. Youth Ministry.

6 pm until approximately 8 pm. The perfect way to kick off your weekend is to enjoy three food and wine appetizer pairings on our lovely porches overlooking the vineyards and pond. Prepared only from fresh local and seasonal ingredients, the menu is selected specifically to pair perfectly with Laurel Gray wines. Afterwards, Benny always treats the guests to a behind-the-scenes tour of the property. $20 per person. Reservations required, Limited seating, 336-468-9463.

The Four Seasons Wine Tasting Dinners are held Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter and will feature four seasonal food courses and four specially chosen wines to complement the food. Culinary and wine descriptions will be given during the evening to enhance your enjoyment. This is an opportunity to share your food and wine passion with like-minded friends. The atmosphere will be relaxed and casual with a focus on meeting new friends and enjoying la dolce vita. Cost is $82.50+tax per person and is all-inclusive. Call 336/835-9463 for tickets or for more information.