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WHALE to host 23rd Annual International Wine Festival & Auction on Friday, October 4
The Waterfront Historic Area League (WHALE) today announced the date for the 23rd Annual International Wine Festival & Auction to be held on New Bedford’s working waterfront on Friday, October 4, from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. This year’s event will take place inside the State Pier Building located at 93 State Pier with free parking available at the Elm Street Garage, 51 Elm Street.
The Wine Festival is WHALE’s largest annual event, attracting hundreds of foodies, wine and beer enthusiasts, and supporters of historic preservation. Guests will enjoy an evening of sampling dozens of fine wines and select beers from around the world paired with signature dishes from the area’s top restaurants and caterers.
Crush Fine Wine Boutique of New Bedford and Chancellor Fine Wines and Spirits of Fall River are honored to present this year’s Wine Festival. They are joined by approximately 20 area restaurants and caterers who are preparing to delight guests with their delicious cuisine.
“This first-class event is something that so many in our community look forward to each year,” said Stephanie Poyant Moran, Wine Festival Chairwoman. “WHALE is an essential part of our city’s revitalization efforts. This event not only showcases our area’s finest fine wines and culinary specialties, but also highlights and supports WHALE’s tireless work to preserve and restore our community’s historic and architectural treasures. It is an event that you do not want to miss!”
Guests will enjoy live music by Greg Harper and piano stylist Art Medeiros. A silent auction will top off the event with specialty items that range from sporting goods and event tickets, to antiques and memorabilia, paintings, unique home furnishings, and gift certificates to area establishments. “We hope people will bid high and bid often,” encouraged Danielle Poyant, Auction Committee Member and WHALE Treasurer. “100 percent of the auction proceeds support WHALE’s efforts in New Bedford.”
“WHALE has not only preserved our history but has generated meaningful economic development in Downtown New Bedford,” noted WHALE President Michael J. Murray. “We invite everyone to join us as at this year’s event. Your contribution and attendance will help ensure that WHALE continues its work for many years to come.”
Tickets are available in advance $65. Tickets can be purchased from WHALE by calling 508-997-1776, online at www.waterfrontleague.org, and at Crush Fine Wine Boutique, 801 Purchase Street in New Bedford. Tickets are also available at the door on the evening of the event for $75. Seventy percent of each ticket is tax deductible to the full extent of the law.
The Wine Festival’s major sponsors include Rockett Real Estate Investments, SouthCoast Media Group, HallKeen, Joseph Barry Co., mediumstudio, Reynolds DeWalt and Thompson Farland. Sponsorships for this event are still available. Please call the WHALE office, at 508-997-1776 for additional information.
