Happy Birthday Elvis

Elvis, last sighted in a mental institution in Denmark (or a gas station in Baton Rouge,  a 7-11 in Shakopee, MN, sunning on small Pacific Island, dining with extraterrestrials, or lounging at Elvis Rock on the Napa River, depending on who’s reporting it) turns 75 next Friday.

If you’re willing to venture into Napa County, you can celebrate with Casa Nuestra Winery in St. Helena with a free showing of the movie “Wild in the Country” at the Cameo Theatre. “Wild in the Country” is an Elvis Presley movie (natch) made in 1961 and portions were filmed at Casa Nuestra Winery and the Cameo Theatre itself (then called the Roxy). Jan. 8th also happens to be the winery’s 30th birthday. Admission is free, but seating is limited so call 707-963-5788 to reserve your spot.

If you can’t make the movie, Casa Nuestra recommends commemorating the event with a Dry Chenin Blanc and Elvis’ favorite snack: peanut butter and banana sandwiches. Add in a little Jailhouse Rock on the stereo and Love Me Tender on the TV,and you have a celebration fit for the King.

Curious about movies made closer to home? Check out this list of movies filmed in Sonoma County.

Friday January 8, 2010 1:30 pm
Cameo Theatre
1340 Main St., St Helena