Monday, July 29

Garden Party Fundraiser for Urban Vine

Join us for a delightful evening at our Garden Party fundraiser in support of Urban Vine featuring keynote speaker author Wade Rouse.

By Amy Vine Executive Director Urban Vine

Date and time

Monday, July 29 · 6 - 8:15pm EDT

Location

Fenton Community & Cultural Center

150 South Leroy Street Fenton, MI 48430

Refund Policy

Contact the organizer to request a refund.

Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Agenda

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Meet and Greet with NY Times Best Selling Author Wade Rouse

Author Wade Rouse

Don't miss this opportunity to meet our key note speaker in person! Author Wade Rouse (Pen name Viola Shipman) will be available to sign your favorite Viola novel, take pictures, and answer any quest...

6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Shopping/Live Music and Silent Auction

Our doors will open at 5:45pm for General Admission Tickets. Shop, Bid and enjoy light refreshments, and desserts while our Live Jazz Duo creates a Garden Party Atmosphere!

6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Amy Vine, Founder and Executive Director of The Urban Vine Botanical Center

Executive Director, Amy Vine

Amy will be sharing the mission of Urban Vine - Where we are, and where we are going and how you can build a community of kinship in your everyday lives by 'ripping the roof off' for those on the mar...

7:00 PM - 7:45 PM

Keynote Speaker Author Wade Rouse

Best Selling Author Wade Rouse

This is the main event! We are Thrilled to host NY times best selling author Wade Rouse who writes under the pen name Viola Shipman in honor of his grandmother whose heirlooms, love and life lessons ...

7:45 PM - 8:00 PM

Last Chance for Bidding and Announcement of the Silent Auction Winners

Our MC for the evening, Kat Ferraro, will be announcing our silent auction item winners and wrap up our evening of fun.

About this event

2 hours 15 minutes

Urban Vine is dedicated to establishing safe and adaptable work environments for individuals with special needs, and your attendance will directly contribute to this cause.

We are thrilled to announce that our special guest for the event is none other than NY Times Best Selling Author, Wade Rouse (pen name Viola Shipman)! During the event, Wade will treat guests to a reading from his book, 'The Heirloom Garden', and discuss why he chose to write using his grandmother's name.

Throughout the evening, there will be live jazz music and the chance to participate in a Silent Auction featuring an array of exciting items generously donated by Fenton's Open Book.

Garden party attire is encouraged (but not required) to add to the ambiance of this charming event.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors: Ace Hardware of Clarkston/Commerce, The Smolek Family, Fenton's Open Book, Wilson's Auto Wash Ortonville, Forster Bros. Auto Wash Lake Orion, and Whitney Chenet Consulting for their generous support.

Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to support Urban Vine and enjoy an enchanting evening surrounded by nature, music, and literature. Reserve your spot now!

If you wont be able to join us in person but would like to donate to Urban Vine, please click the link below.

https://urban-vine.com/products/donation

Frequently asked questions

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes! There is wheelchair, and walker accessibility from both the front of the building and the back. The entrance to the elevator which will take you to the 2nd floor, can be found on the south entrance of the building from the street and the back parking lot.

Is this a child friendly event?

We of course love children, but unfortunately, this particular event is NOT child friendly. Stay tuned for events at our farm that will cater to EVERYONE!

Will there be an opportunity to Donate to Urban Vine?

Yes! There will be envelopes for checks, and QR codes for online donations available, products made by Urban Vine and a silent auction, of which the proceeds will go directly back to support our non-profit.

Will there be food and drinks at the event?

While we will be serving finger food and light refreshments, there will not be a meal provided. Tea, Coffee, and sparkling beverages will be available.

Organized by

Amy Vine Executive Director Urban Vine

$40 – $55