Paper Mill Playhouse to Host Annual Wine Tasting Fundraiser, 11/2

Paper Mill Playhouse and Kings Fine Wine and Spirits, Kings Catering and Hilton Short Hills have invited the community to their annual wine tasting fundraiser. The 6th Annual Wine Tasting benefit will take place on Saturday, November 2, 2013 from 6:30 to 9:30pm in the Paper Mill Playhouse Gallery and Grand Lobby. This year's event will feature fine wines, distilled spirits, craft beer, artisanal cheese, decadent chocolates and a silent auction and raffle. Tickets are $75.00 per person in advance and $85.00 at the door. All proceeds benefit Paper Mill Playhouse artistic, education and outreach programs. To make a reservation please call Paper Mill Playhouse's Special Events Manager, Leigh Schaedel at 973-315-1663, email to lschaedel@papermill.org or visit www.PaperMill.org. Space is limited, so reserve your glass today.

The event, hosted by Paper Mill Playhouse, Kings Fine Wine and Spirits, Kings Catering and Hilton Short Hills will include exclusive wine vendors. Some of this year's vendors include Tempranillo, the finest importer of Spanish/ South American wines; Lauber Imports Palm Bay, which features rare and highly rated Spanish wines; Touton Imports, which specializes in French wines from Bordeaux/ Rhone; Kobrand Imports, which features imported Champagnes and Winebow, which specializes in Italian wines.

In addition to the wine sampling, individuals can also sample a selection of Artisan Bourbons and distilled spirits and craft beers. Celebrity whiskey master Peter O'Connor from Spike TV's "Bar Rescue" will be at the event to sample various unique and high-end spirits. This year's beer vendors include Hunterdon Brewing, which has one of the best craft beer portfolios in the country, and Samuel Adams Brewers.

As guests sample fine wines and spirits, they can also sample delicious chocolates and gourmet and artisanal foods by D'Aratagnan. D'Artagnan is a company dedicated to putting the finest foie gras, meat, game, truffles, and mushrooms on the tables of American gastronomes whether at home or in restaurants.

Throughout the night there will be a silent auction and a raffle with a chance for individuals to win an actual Honeymoon in Vegas! The winner will receive roundtrip air transportation to sunny Las Vegas provided by American Airlines and a three night stay at the legendary Hilton Las Vegas. While in Vegas, they will enjoy a performance of the smash hit Jersey Boys. What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas but you have to be in it to win it! Tickets will be $20 each or $50 for three tickets. To purchase raffle tickets contact AMeyer@papermill.org. The raffle is proudly sponsored by Hilton Short Hills.

"We hope you can join us for a festive autumn evening featuring fine wines, distilled spirits, craft beer, artisanal cheese, and delicious chocolates," remarked Paper Mill Playhouse Managing Director Todd Schmidt. "We look forward to raising a glass with you to celebrate an incredible 75th anniversary season and a fantastic year ahead. Your support allows Paper Mill to continue to inspire families and the community through the magic of live theater and theater arts instruction."

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