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2010 Delta Chambers Mixer Schedule
Jan 13 - Garlic Brothers Feb 10 - Spindrift Restaurant March 10 - Stockton Yacht Club April 14 - Foster's Bighorn May 12 - Windmill Cove June 9 - Lost Isle (pending)	July 14 - Delta Discovery Cruises Aug 11 - To be announced Sept 8 - To be announced Oct 13 - To be announced Nov 10 - To be announced Dec 8 - Marina West Yacht Club

FEBRUARY

February 12: Celebrate Love in Downtown Stockton. We're used to going all out for Valentine's Day, but it doesn’t have to break the bank. There are lots of affordable, romantic ways to celebrate Valentine’s Weekend in Downtown Stockton. A $75 Romantic Package Includes: A romantic cruise on the Stockton Channel and downtown waterfront, complimentary wine and sparkling cider. A complimentary commemorative photograph by Ulmer Photo. Dinner for two at one of five downtown restaurants offering special Valentine menus. Upgrade your package for $100 more to include a night’s stay, chocolate-dipped strawberries and brunch for two at Lexington Plaza Waterfront Hotel. Purchase your package before February 5 to win a free night’s stay at Lexington Plaza Waterfront Hotel. Contact: ebaime@downtownstockton.org
(209) 464-5246Tickets are available at www.stocktontickets.com or at Downtown Stockton Alliance offices.

Febuary 13: Tracy Oasis Marina -- Tracy Bass Amateurs Only Tournament. 100% Pay back! Entry fee is $80 per team. All events lead up to the final T.O.C. held in April. Contact Terry for information at 209-835-3182.

February 13: Delta Chambers Mixer at The Spindrift Restaurant. 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Great way to meet and network with fellow Delta Chamber members. Invite your friends! Contact: 916-777-4041.

February 13-14: 13th Annual Wine & Chocolate Weekend. Join us in Lodi Wine Country this Valentine’s Day Weekend for the 13th annual Wine & Chocolate Weekend – from 11 am to 4 pm and immerse yourself in romantic indulgences! Lodi appellation wineries will please your palates, pairing hand-crafted wines with an assortment of chocolate treats. Enjoy in winery activities, including barrel tasting, new releases, wine and food pairings, special events and live music throughout the weekend. Meet our local vintners and growers as they share the wine and hospitality that makes Lodi Wine Country California’s newest fine wine region! Tickets are $35 in advance through www.lodiwineandchocolate.com or by calling the Lodi Wine & Visitor Center (209) 365-0621, and are $45 the days of the event at any participating winery location. Price includes a commemorative chocolate bar, tasting glass and entry to all participating wineries. Upon ticket redemption at a participating winery, open your chocolate bar and see if you are a winner! There are over 100 prizes! Contact: lwwc@lodiwine.com (209) 365-0621

Febuary 14: Delta Discovery Cruises Valentines Day Champagne Brunch Cruise. Champagne Brunch & Jazz Cruise the most romantic way to spend your Valentines Day afternoon. $49.00 + tax & tip A unique way to spend your Valentines Day afternoon. Relax aboard for this 3-hour fun filled event with Jazz or Blues Music. The boat will be decorated for the hoiliday. Enjoy a delicious array of brunch items with champagne, juice, soda, coffee, tea. Scheduled at 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Cruise & Brunch Price: $49.00 Adults $10.00 off for children 12 and under Children 2 & Under are Free $2.00 off Senior Rate. Contact: Heather, Contact: 925-252-9300, Email: deltacruises@gmail.com

Febuary 14: Delta Discovery Cruises Valentines Day Sunset Dinner Cruise. Want a unique and rememorable way to spend your Valentines Day:Sunset Romantic Dinner Cruise out on the California Delta with Valentines Day Decorations.Choice of Prime Rib, Chicken Cordon Bleu or Salmon Entree served with mashed potatoes, fresh vegetables, salad & dessert Senior Rates $2.00 off per person Time: 4:30-6:30pm. Contact: Serena, Phone: 925-252-9300, Email: deltacruises@gmail.com

February 15: Carvalho Family Wines - Barrel To Bottle Event. Bring your own wine. Bottle your own personal bottle, siphon wine(s) into your own bottle, cork and label. We have available: 05 Tempranillo, 05 Petit Sirah, and a President's Day Blend. Contact: Marnie, 916-744-1625, marnie@carvalhowines.com.

February 17: Moore's Riverboat Resaturant St. Patrick's Day Dinner. Join Trudy and her staff at teh Riverboat's Seasonal Grand Re-Opening as the dish of the evening will be traditional corned beef and hash. Live music and more. Phone (916) 777-4884.

February 20: Tracy Oasis Marina -- Tracy Bass Series OPEN Tournament. This tournament is open to everyone, $150 entry fee with many opetions such as big fish. All events lead up to the final T.O.C. held in June. Contact Terry for information at 209-835-3182.

February 21: Bethel Island Chamber's Pot Of Gold. Purchase your Pot of Gold ticket for only $100 for a chance to win $10,000 (plus consolation prices)! All tickets include dinner. 6:00 pm at Scout Hall. Contact: (925) 684-3220.

February 27: Masquerade Mardi Gras Ball at The Grand Island Mansion. Fundraiser to support The Discover The Delta Foundation and The California Delta Chambers. 7:00 pm to Midnight. Tickets: $100 per person, includes Dinner and Dancing, No Host Bar. Entertainment: Magic by Jack, Artist Gallery, Prizes for Best Costumes, Tour 3rd & 4th Floors (usually closed to the public). Only 225 tickets will be sold. Contact: 916-777-4041, or email: info@californiadelta.org

MARCH

March 6: Chinese New Year Celebration in Downtown Stockton. The city of Stockton will be the site of the biggest Chinese party in the Central Valley. The parade is anticipated to be larger than last year and will continue to energize the streets of Downtown Stockton. As for the festival, it has changed venues. Instead of the Stockton Civic Auditorium, the festival is now proud to present all the entertainment and performances at the beautifully restored Fox California/Bob Hope Theatre, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. The new move to this new venue with plush seats, air-condition, and an enormous stage is bound to benefit all who come. Everyone will be able to enjoy all the vendors with beautiful merchandise and delicious food at Hunter Square. 2010 is the year of the Tiger. Contact: cnyccelebration@stocktonchinese.org

March 10: Delta Chambers Mixer at the Stockton Yacht Club. 3235 River Drive, Stockton, CA. (209) 946-9259 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Great way to meet and network with fellow Delta Chamber members. Invite your friends! Contact: 916-777-4041.

March 13 & 24: Delta Discovery Cruises Mothball Fleet History Cruise. Cruise down to the Mothball Fleet for a unique tour of these historical ships. Local Delta Historian on Board will entertain you along the way. Dine on a delicious 3-course hot lunch. 4-hour trip with lunch $55.00 per person. Call for reservations: 925-252-9300. Email Address: deltacruises@gmail.com

March 17: Delta Discovery Cruises St. Patricks Day Dinner Cruise. St. Patricks Day Cruise (Sunset Dinner Cruise) 7:00-9:00 pm Special Price $37.00 Come join us for a fun and unique event on the delta! We will be offering plenty of Green beer....... and hopefully NO GREEN PASSENGERS! Call for reservations 925-252-9300. Email Address: deltacruises@gmail.com

March 20: Happy Harbor Spam Festival. Rain or shine! Join us for a full day of fun and variety booths. Spam Cook-Off, Spam Eating Contest, Spam Toss-Off, Cash Prizes! Live Bands. Contact Phone: 916-777-6575. 731 W. Brannan Island Road, Isleton, CA 95691.

March 26-27: 30th Annual Lodi Spring Wine Show. 6-9 p.m. each night in the Ole Mettler Grape Pavilion at the Lodi Grape Festival grounds. More than 3,000 people attend this wonderful event featuring wine tasting from over 50 wineries, hors d’oeuvres, music, wine related vendors, beer tasting from local and national breweries and a chance to win over 100 bottles of wine in the Ultimate Wine Basket Raffle. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Contact: (209) 369-2771 or info@grapefestival.com.

APRIL

April 14: Delta Chambers Mixer at Foster's Bighorn Restaurant, 143 Main St. Rio Vista, CA. 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Great way to meet and network with fellow Delta Chamber members. Invite your friends! Contact: 916-777-4041.

April 13 & 24: Delta Discovery Cruises Mothball Fleet History Cruise. Cruise down to the Mothball Fleet for a unique tour of these historical ships. Local Delta Historian on Board will entertain you along the way. Dine on a delicious 3-course hot lunch. 4-hour trip with lunch $55.00 per person. Call for reservations: 925-252-9300. Email Address: deltacruises@gmail.com

April 17 & 24: Delta Discovery Cruises Eco-Lunch Cruise with East Bay Regional Park. Come discover what makes the Delta the Delta. Learn about the flora and fauna of this specialized river system in your own backyard. Cruise includes lunch and docent narrated cruise in cooperation with East Bay Regional Parks. Get together with your friends for an afternoon adventure! a local ecology expert from EBRP will be narrating this tour. Time:12:00-2:00 pm Price:$39 Call for reservations 925-252-9300, Phone: 925-252-9300, Email Address: deltacruises@gmail.com

April 23, 24, 25: Stockton Asparagus Festival - 25th Anniversary. At the Gate Admission Prices: Adults (18-59): $12.00 Teens (under 18 and college students with proper ID): $7.00 Seniors (60 and older) & Persons with Disabilities: $7.00. Group Tickets Group rates available for groups of 20 or more. Please call the Stockton Conference & Visitors Bureau @ 337-2728. Group tickets must be purchased in advance. Group Rates: Teens : $5.00; Adults: $10.00; Seniors: $5.00. Contact: 209-644-3740, info@asparagusfest.com

MAY

May 2: Lodi Street Faire. The Lodi Street Faire is a Lodi District Chamber of Commerce sponsored event held twice annually - the first Sunday in May and the first Sunday in October. About 700 vendors participate at each event, selling antiques, arts & crafts and commercial items. There are also approximately 20 to 25 food vendors who sell everything from hamburgers, hot dogs, sausages, pizza, etc. Also available is Philippine and Chinese food. You can also get ice cream, soft drinks, and coffee. The Faire goes from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Contact: info@lodichamber.com

May 5 & 26: Delta Discovery Cruises Mothball Fleet History Cruise. Cruise down to the Mothball Fleet for a unique tour of these historical ships. Local Delta Historian on Board will entertain you along the way. Dine on a delicious 3-course hot lunch. 4-hour trip with lunch $55.00 per person. Call for reservations: 925-252-9300. Email Address: deltacruises@gmail.com

May 12: Delta Chambers Mixer at Windmill Cove. 7600 Windmill Cove Road
Stockton, CA. 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Great way to meet and network with fellow Delta Chamber members. Invite your friends! Contact: 916-777-4041.

May 22: Delta Discovery Cruises Eco-Lunch Cruise with East Bay Regional Park. Come discover what makes the Delta the Delta. Learn about the flora and fauna of this specialized river system in your own backyard. Cruise includes lunch and docent narrated cruise in cooperation with East Bay Regional Parks. Get together with your friends for an afternoon adventure! a local ecology expert from EBRP will be narrating this tour. Time:12:00-2:00 pm Price:$39 Call for reservations 925-252-9300, Phone: 925-252-9300, Email Address: deltacruises@gmail.com

JUNE

June 9: Delta Chambers Mixer at Lost Isle. 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Great way to meet and network with fellow Delta Chamber members. Invite your friends! Contact: 916-777-4041.

June 11, 12, 13: Classic Yacht Association - Stephens Yacht Rendezvous. Event Description: A gathering of Stephens and other classic yachts. Sponsored by the Classic Yacht Association in conjunction with the Stockton Downtown Marina. Contact Name: Bill Wells, Phone: 916-869-9141, Email Address: commodorewells@msn.com

June 19: Delta Discovery Cruises Eco-Lunch Cruise with East Bay Regional Park. Come discover what makes the Delta the Delta. Learn about the flora and fauna of this specialized river system in your own backyard. Cruise includes lunch and docent narrated cruise in cooperation with East Bay Regional Parks. Get together with your friends for an afternoon adventure! a local ecology expert from EBRP will be narrating this tour. Time:12:00-2:00 pm Price:$39 Call for reservations 925-252-9300, Phone: 925-252-9300, Email Address: deltacruises@gmail.com

JULY

July 9, 10, 11: Brentwood 8th Annual Corn Fest. The location of the CornFest will take place on First Street and the surronding area. Contact: info@brentwoodchamber.com.

July 10: Delta Discovery Cruises Eco-Lunch Cruise with East Bay Regional Park. Come discover what makes the Delta the Delta. Learn about the flora and fauna of this specialized river system in your own backyard. Cruise includes lunch and docent narrated cruise in cooperation with East Bay Regional Parks. Get together with your friends for an afternoon adventure! a local ecology expert from EBRP will be narrating this tour. Time:12:00-2:00 pm Price:$39 Call for reservations 925-252-9300, Phone: 925-252-9300, Email Address: deltacruises@gmail.com

July 14: Delta Chambers Mixer at Delta Discovery Cruises. 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Great way to meet and network with fellow Delta Chamber members. Invite your friends! Contact: 916-777-4041.

AUGUST

August 11: Delta Chambers Mixer. 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Great way to meet and network with fellow Delta Chamber members. Invite your friends! Contact: 916-777-4041.

August 28: Delta Discovery Cruises Eco-Lunch Cruise with East Bay Regional Park. Come discover what makes the Delta the Delta. Learn about the flora and fauna of this specialized river system in your own backyard. Cruise includes lunch and docent narrated cruise in cooperation with East Bay Regional Parks. Get together with your friends for an afternoon adventure! a local ecology expert from EBRP will be narrating this tour. Time:12:00-2:00 pm Price:$39 Call for reservations 925-252-9300, Phone: 925-252-9300, Email Address: deltacruises@gmail.com

SEPTEMBER

September 8: Delta Chambers Mixer. 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Great way to meet and network with fellow Delta Chamber members. Invite your friends! Contact: 916-777-4041.

September 11: Delta Discovery Cruises Eco-Lunch Cruise with East Bay Regional Park. Come discover what makes the Delta the Delta. Learn about the flora and fauna of this specialized river system in your own backyard. Cruise includes lunch and docent narrated cruise in cooperation with East Bay Regional Parks. Get together with your friends for an afternoon adventure! a local ecology expert from EBRP will be narrating this tour. Time:12:00-2:00 pm Price:$39 Call for reservations 925-252-9300, Phone: 925-252-9300, Email Address: deltacruises@gmail.com

OCTOBER

October 13: Delta Chambers Mixer. 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Great way to meet and network with fellow Delta Chamber members. Invite your friends! Contact: 916-777-4041.

NOVEMBER

November 10: Delta Chambers Mixer. 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Great way to meet and network with fellow Delta Chamber members. Invite your friends! Contact: 916-777-4041.

DECEMBER

December 8: Delta Chambers Mixer at The Marina West Yacth Club. 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Great way to meet and network with fellow Delta Chamber members. Invite your friends! Contact: 916-777-4041.