Past Events
Big Band at Maravilla
February 20, 2010 6-10 PM
$575 overnight stay for two plus dinner, $125 per person for dinner only, $305 for an additional night stay
Please come join us for our 1940’s-themed dinner & dance. Immerse yourselves in a bygone glamorous era with your 1940’s-era dress, dine on a beautifully prepared dinner, and enjoy the sounds of vocalist Elisa Gold accompanied by Bob Ledner and his band.
Papabubble - The Art Of Sugar
February 6, 2010 3-5 PM
Located at the Herb Garden Café
$45 for adults; $20 for children under 18, children under 4 are complimentary
Please join us to be a part of an incredible demonstration of candy making by Chris and Rachel Grassi, co-owner of the company. Papabubble is recognized as one of the premier confectioners in the world, with gourmet candy making artisans located throughout the world (New York City, Lisbon, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Taipei and Tokyo). This Arts & Leisure event will include the designing of various candies. Tea, coffee and our chocolate bar will be prepared by our own pastry chef, Salvatore Martone.
Julie, Julia & Jamie
January 23-24, 2010
$700 for double, $500 for individual
The movie Julie & Julia reminds us of the art of French cooking. Here is your opportunity to meet the author Julie Powell and participate in a cooking demonstration of some of Julia Child’s recipes with our Chef, Jamie West. As many of you know, Chef West had the delight and honor of cooking for Julia Child on numerous occasions in his previous restaurant. This special event has strictly limited seating and includes the following:
Saturday, 2-3 pm: Interactive cooking demonstration in the Herb Garden. Ms. Powell will assist our executive chef Jamie West in preparing one of Julia Child’s delectable dishes.
Saturday, 6-9:30 pm: Julia Child-inspired dinner prepared by Chef Jamie West, featuring some recipes from Child’s legendary book, Mastering the Art of French Cooking. Ms. Powell will be on hand to discuss each course, and sign her book, Julie & Julia, for attending guests.
Saturday, 10 pm: To complete and enhance the evening, come to a private screening of Julie & Julia in the Neff Lounge and enjoy our tempting dessert bar.
Sunday morning: Enjoy breakfast buffet at the Inn prior to your departure.
All guests will receive a signed copy of Julie Powell’s critically acclaimed book, Julie & Julia.
**For this special event only, our customary two-night weekend stay is waived.
**Also, for double-occupancy guests bringing their significant other who do not wish to participate in the Saturday afternoon cooking demonstration, a complimentary round of golf is included during that time.
Precious Metal Clay
November 15-18th, 2009
Three Nights, Four Days - $3,450 inclusive. Maximum of 6-Attendees.
Join us at the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa for three nights and four days of relaxation and instruction at our Precious Metal Clay workshop. Precious Metal Clay provides a new way of working with silver. Spend two days creating your own small pieces of jewelry, such as a talisman, a small spoon or a pinby, by forming the clay, firing it, then polishing and finishing the surface to reveal a fabulous piece of jewelry art piece. In addition to producing your own unique creation, you will have the opportunity to indulge in pampering activities such as spa treatments, yoga, and nature walks. Enjoy accommodations and various meals including a welcoming cocktail reception at the Spa Courtyard.
Celebrity Chef Classic
November 13th - 15th, 2009
Complete packages start at $1,450 per person for double occupancy or $1,850 per person for single occupancy
Our Celebrity Chef Classic provides a truly unique golf experience: Enjoy our golf course, home to 7 PGA Senior Tour events, while playing with some of the world’s most inventive chefs. Then savor their unique creations both at lunch and during an incredible tasting menu dinner that evening. While at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, you will enjoy upgraded accommodations, special amenities, plus unlimited golf the day before and after our special tournament day. Tournament participants will be further rewarded by knowing that proceeds from this event will go to two incredibly worthwhile local charities: Share Our Strength and Help of Ojai.
Looking Back, Dreaming Forward: A Life Story Journey
October 18th-21st, 2009
$2,500 single occupancy, $4,155 double occupancy
Join us at Ojai Valley Inn and Spa for a journey of self discovery as Renate Collins, Artist in Residence, creates a one of a kind experience. Inspired by nature, listening within and exchanging creative ideas, she explores the inner world of memories, and lessons encountered that often identify the purpose and direction of one’s life. This all-inclusive three-night, four-day workshop begins with the creation of a “Personal Mandala” a ‘signature’ within our Cottage and concludes with the creation of your own personal scent through the guidance of “custom blending”. Enjoy luxury, accommodation as well as various spa treatments and relaxation activities including Yoga and Tai Chi.
Blues, Brews & BBQ
October 22nd, 2009
$65.00 per person
Please join us at the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa for a fun evening of Beer tasting presented by our own Firestone Vineyards, from Santa Ynez, coupled with a delectable meal prepared by Executive Chef Jamie West. Blues band by Bob Ledner.
Tea Traditions with Harney & Sons
September 24th, 2009
$40.00 for Adults, $20.00 for under the age of 18
The Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, Arts and Leisure Masterworks Series presents an afternoon with Harney & Sons to discuss how to develop your tea palate and an insider’s view on the history and growth of Tea in the United States. Michael Harney, son of the founder of Harney & Sons Teas has just written the book, “The Harney and Sons Guide to Tea”, which is unique in candor, scope and accessibility, with the intent that this will become the classic reference and staple in the library of all tea drinkers. We are pleased to present a copy to each participant. Tea will be served.
Classical Botanicals
September 13th-17th, 2009
$3,200 inclusive
Unleash the artist within you at the Ojai Valley Inn and Spa’s “Rendering Nature in Pencil and Watercolor” event. Enjoy four days of relaxing the mind and body with spa treatments and meditation, including Yoga and Tai Chi. Instruction at the Herb Garden will give you an opportunity to develop your sketching and painting skills, as you create your own unique work of art. Take in the beauty of the resort and enjoy the great outdoors with nature walks. This all inclusive destination workshop includes accommodation, various meals, a wine and cheese reception and more.
An Afternoon with World Renowned Surfer Shaun Tomson
August 18th, 2009
$40.00 for Adults, $20.00 under the age of 18
Professional surfer, former world champion, environmentalist, actor and businessman Shaun Tomson comes to the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa on August 18th from 3-5pm to share his life’s work with all who strive to maintain a positive, balanced attitude and extend the limits of one’s own personal standards. Shaun learned to surf in the beaches around Durban South Africa. In 1975 Shaun was an integral part of the “Free Ride” generation. Along with other international surfing celebrities, he rode the waves of Oahu’s legendary north shore with style, aggression and raw courage previously unseen. Tomson won the coveted IPS World Championship in 1977. Tomson thoroughly changed the way the tube of the wave was ridden, using a unique style of pumping and weaving through and around collapsing sections of the barrel.
Child Genius, Akiane Kramarik
July 18th, 3-5 pm
$40 per adult, $20 under the age of 17
The Arts and Leisure Masterwork series, which this summer celebrates teens, is pleased to present world renowned artistic prodigy Akiane Kramarik. Akiane is primarily a self-taught painter who takes her inspiration from her visions of heaven and her personal connection with God. She is an inspirational Teenager, who has an amazing story to tell having started painting incredible canvases and reciting insightful poetry from the age of 4. She has been featured in numerous international television, radio shows, and documentaries including the Oprah Winfrey Show and CNN and was inducted into the Kids Hall of Fame.
Traditional Botanicals
May 17th – 21st, 2009
$3,200 inclusive
Indulge your creative side at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa’s “Rendering Nature in Pencil and Watercolor” event. This four-day experience cleanses your mind, body and soul through daily traditional, meditating activities such as Yoga and Tai Chi. Also, our painting and sketching sessions in the Herb Garden will inspire you to delve into your artistic side, creating and finishing a personalized work of art. There is no prerequisite to be an artist, only the desire and passion to mirror the natural beauty around us. This is an all inclusive destination workshop which includes accommodation, full botanical instruction, spa treatments and more.
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Carolyn Robb Hootkins, Organic Chef
May 28th 6-10 pm
$85 per person
As part of the Ojai Gourmand series, Carolyn Robb Hootkins, organic chef specialist (former personal organic chef to Lady Di and Prince Charles), prepares a four-course gourmet dinner paired with bio-dynamic wines. The dinner will be co-hosted by Jamie West, Executive Chef at the Inn and held in the Maravilla Restaurant.
Jun Pinon: The Art of Floral Design
April 26, 2009, 3 – 5 pm
$45 per person
An interactive floral design demonstration by Jun Pinon, one of San Francisco’s most celebrated and exciting lifestyle designers, followed by high tea and champagne. Mr. Pinon’s designs range from austere to playful and his presentations and live demonstrations help would-be floral designers break through to higher levels.
Looking Back, Dreaming Forward: A Life Story Journey
April 19-22, 2009
The Ojai Valley Inn & Spa is pleased to launch the first of many experiences enveloped in an all-inclusive three-night, four-day stay enjoyed in our Artist Cottage and Apothecary. Renate Collins, Artist in Residence at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, has created a one of a kind experience. She has garnered a wealth of artistic vision through travel, education and experience. Her inspirations come from nature, listening within and exchanging creative ideas.
This program leads you through the journey of personal discovery. It reveals the thread that weaves through the inner world of memories and lessons encountered that often identity the purpose and direction of one's life. The project takes the form of a book, a box of treasures or even a sculpture.
The journey begins with a creation of a "Personal Mandala" a 'signature' within our Cottage and resolves with your own creation of a personal scent through the guidance of "custom blending".
Summer Rayne Oakes: Literary Luncheon
March 13, 2009, 12 – 2 pm
Ojai Valley Inn & Spa invites you to join Summer Rayne Oakes’ literary luncheon for her new book, Style Naturally: the Savvy Shopping Guide to Sustainable Fashion and Beauty. Through eco-friendly, high fashion modeling and public speaking, this Udall scholar and Cornell graduate spreads her enthusiasm and passion globally to raise awareness on sustainability issues.
Yoga and Chocolate Weekend
February 27 – 28, 2009
Ojai Valley Inn & Spa invites you to Yoga and Chocolate Weekend featuring renowned Yoga expert, Dave Romanelli. Arrive late afternoon on February 27 for your first yoga stretch class from 5 to 6 pm followed by a casual reception in the Spa Gardens. On Saturday February 28, take part in a guided morning walk. From 8 to 9 am enjoy a Continental breakfast served at the Spa Café followed by a two-hour yoga and chocolate class.
Susanna Trilling: Dinner & Wine Pairing
February 10, 2009, 6 – 10 pm
Time to celebrate Chocolate Month at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa with this gourmet “Chocolate Dinner” prepared by Susana Trilling, chocolatier and Executive Chef from Oaxaca, Mexico. This four-course dinner will be paired with specialty wines and co-hosted by Jamie West, Executive Chef at the Inn.
Peter Greenberg: Literary Luncheon & Book Signing
Thursday, January 22, 2009, 12 – 2 pm
Travel expert, author and television personality Peter Greenberg introducing his newest book, DON'T GO THERE! His focus is on the journey, providing inside tips and recommendations to an increasingly savvy and demanding traveler. Peter's keen investigative journalist skills enable him to reveal unique perspectives, timely travel and information with valuable insights. An Emmy award winning writer and producer, Peter Greenberg is the Travel Editor Host for NBC's Today Show, CNBC and MSNBC, a best-selling author and host of the syndicated Peter Greenberg worldwide radio show. Greenberg is contributing editor to Men's Health and Forbes, contributor to the New Yorker Magazine and a frequent guest on the Oprah Winfrey show and the View.
David Nepove: Mixologist Dinner
January 7, 2009, 6 – 10 pm
The Ojai Gourmand Series is pleased to present David Nepove, master mixologist from Southern Wine and Spirits in Los Angeles. A four-course gourmet dinner prepared by Executive Chef Jamie West will feature paired spirits to go with each course. Located in the Maravilla Restaurant at the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa.
