Rose wine tasting

Was out of the office for a few days but here's a press release straight from my inbox:

Art Central Foundation
1054 Central Ave.
Middletown, OH 45042

The Art Central Foundation is pleased to announce the hosting of its third annual wine tasting, A Taste of the Rose’ – A Kentucky Derby-themed Wine Tasting to benefit a local arts organization.

The selected organization for 2008 is the Middletown Lyric Theater. This professional theater was founded over 25 years ago and produces several shows each year.

The wine tasting will be held at the Middletown Lyric Theater, at 1530 Central Ave. in the Art Central District of Middletown. It will be held on Saturday, May 3rd from 5:00pm - 8:00 pm.

The wines will be furnished by Solera Imports, of Columbus, and J. Benton-Furrow Winery of California. Light appetizers will be donated by local restaurants and caterers, including the Olive Garden, Stefano’s, 2 Women in a Kitchen, the new All About You Catering and the Manchester Inn, which will also offer special room rates. Many area businesses and artists have donated items for a silent auction and raffle to be held during the event. One of the highlights being dinner for 8 in the home of Mayor & Mrs. Mulligan prepared for you and your guests by the Mayor.

The 2008 Kentucky Derby will be aired during the event.

Tickets are $25.00 and can be purchased at Artique Gallery, 1504 N. Breiel Blvd 422-4435, BeauVerre Riordan Studios, 1054 Central Ave 425-7312, or Middletown Lyric Theater, 1530 Central Ave or by calling 425-7140. The event will be limited to 200 patrons, so call early to reserve your tickets.