Not yet making plans for fall? Maybe you should

Mark your calendar for Nov. 2-4, the just-announced dates for the SLO Vintners Association's 17th annual Harvest Celebration.

The grand tasting and auction will be from 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, at the Avila Beach Golf Resort, with more than 30 wineries and restaurants.

The festivities kick off Friday night with winemaker dinners that often sell out in advance. Sunday brings open houses at the member wineries in Edna Valley.

Tickets, which cost $75, go on sale at www.slowine.com and Taste on Monterey Street in downtown SLO Aug 1. Private tables of eight can be purchased for $800.

Dates for Paso Robles' popular Harvest Festival have yet to be announced, so stay tuned.