MIDDLETOWN, Calif. – Middletown Art Center, or MAC, is pleased to present a pairing of wine and art with its new series, “Palette to Palate.”

Join them from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, for the first exhibit tasting, “Scorched by Fire.”

Wine makers and artists share the same creative impulse. A vine is planted and nurtured, a concept composed; harvest and crush, forms blocked in; varietals are blended, and seasoned, colors and textures stroked onto canvas; through creative alchemy a uniquely flavorful elixir, or work of art, comes into being.

The current exhibit at MAC, “Ashes to Art,” is a poignant and powerful commemoration of the Valley fire anniversary, one of hope and healing.

Come hear south Lake County artists and winemakers speak about the impact the Valley fire had on their lives, work, and the fruits of their labor.

Your $10 cover fee provides wine tastings from Beaver Creek Vineyards, Langtry Estate and Vineyard, R Vineyards and Shed Horn Cellars, all of which were affected by the Valley fire. 

Glasses of wine of your choice will be for sale for $5. Sip wine, view art, enjoy light refreshments, and hear unforgettable stories from winemakers and artists. 

MAC is located at 21456 Highway 175 at the junction of Highway 29 in the heart of Middletown.

Since the Valley fire, MAC has provided a strong sense of continuity, community and enrichment to recovering residents and the area.

MAC is a project of EcoArts of Lake County, a nonprofit 501c3. All donations to MAC are tax-deductible.

Visit www.middletownartcenter.org to learn more about exhibitions, classes, events, volunteer opportunities and membership.