Taste of the Vine

Lake of the Ozarks in November? You bet! This weekend I will attend the “2008 A taste of the vine” event at the Lodge of the Four Seasons. This event will not only benefit the Tri-County YMCA, but also the newly-created Art & Soul Arts Therapy Camp for Kids. This camp is an “arts-based” camp for children ages five through 15 and focuses on painting, drawing, music and other artistic activities specifically designed around a curriculum of “understanding and coping with grief.”

My friend and event co-chair Ashley Brown promises “A gourmet experience of the best food and wine pairings from local and national vineyards, while enjoying live jazz from Kansas City jazz pianist Candace Evans.” The event will also feature a live auction of local artwork by Joseph Orr and Jaree Duenke Donne as well as a 14K Ladies Aquamarine & Diamond Ring created by Adam Foster-this ring is beautiful!

Of course I’m looking forward to the Missouri wineries: Twin Oaks Winery, Crown Valley Winery , St. James and Westphalia winery will be on hand for this delicious event! And if that’s not enough reason to head to the Lake, the Lodge is! The Lodge of the Four Seasons is just that, a great getaway for all seasons! I am so excited for a great little weekend get away-deluxe accommodations, food and of course Missouri wine. Tickets are still available! Join me for a “Taste of the Vine.”