SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 18-20th – AVA WEEK!
“A Vintage Affair – April Events” 2012
Meet the Vintner – Boxwood Bistro
Sponsored by: Tennessee Bank and Trust
Thursday, April 19 – 6pm-9pm
$250 per person
(includes reservation for Sommelier Preview Party and Main Event)
An annual favorite is the pre-event social held on Thursday, April 19 from 6-9pm at Boxwood Bistro in Historic Downtown Franklin. This black-tie optional Meet the Vintner party offers the chance to meet the following vintners: Francisco Robledo of Robledo Family Winery, Kip Summers of Arrington Vineyards, Mike & Catherine Murphy of Bellaterra Ranch Wines and Pablo Nyarady of Trifecta Wines, among others. Each vintner will bring their finest wines, and guests will enjoy learning about these wines directly from their creators. Reservations for Meet the Vintner are limited, may be purchased online, and are $250 per person. This price includes reservations to both the Sommelier Preview Party and the Main Event.
Sommelier Preview Party – Jamison Hall at the Factory
Sponsored by: Tennessee Bank and Trust
Friday, April 20 – 5:30pm
$125 per person (includes reservation to Main Event)
On Friday April 20, the Sommelier Preview Party will be held in the courtyard outside Jamison Hall from 5:30- 7 pm. It will feature fine cigars, special wine tastings, champagne, and fabulous hors d’oeuvres presented by Sperry’s. Reservations to attend the Sommelier Preview Party are $125 per person, and this price includes your reservation to the Main Event. Reservations may be purchased online. Dress is business casual.
A Vintage Affair Main Event – Jamison Hall
Sponsored by: Tennessee Bank and Trust
Friday, April 20 – 7pm-10:30pm
$75 per person
At 7 pm, the doors open for the Main Event featuring numerous wine tasting stations, several fabulous food stations and many wonderful live and silent auction items to bid on, including hundreds of desirable wines. A reservation to attend only the Main Event is $75 per person. The dress for this event is business casual. Reservations may be purchased online or at the door. There is a $10 additional charge to purchase reservations at the door.
“Vintage Champage & Vintage Country Music” 2012
Sponsored by: SunCrest Home Health
Green’s Grocery in Historic Leipers Fork
Wednesday, April 18 – 6pm-9pm
$75 per person
Back by popular demand – This event was a favorite last year, and space is limited, so be sure to purchase your reservations early! The event will be held Wednesday, April 18 at 6:00pm at Green’s Grocery in Historic Leiper’s Fork. Guests will enjoy all aspects of this boots and blue jeans event, including food , fine champagne, wine, cold beer, and live music in a comfortable, country atmosphere. Hi Power Band will be performing for our guests! For more information on this amazing group, please visit www.hipowerband.com/players.php
Transportation will be available from Downtown Franklin to Leipers Fork. Reservations for Vintage Champagne and Vintage Country Music are limited, may be purchased online, and are $75 per person.
PAST AVA EVENTS:
“A Fashion Affair” 2011
Fourth Annual Runway and Wine Event Raising Funds for Women’s and Children’s Charities
WHAT: A Vintage Affair hosts its fourth annual “A Fashion Affair” – with this year’s theme “Vintage Fashion of Legendary Stars.” AFA is a runway and wine event raising funds for women’s and children’s charities in Williamson County. Cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres will be provided by local restaurants and there will be a special musical performance. The runway show, featuring DAN Agency models, will showcase vintage clothing worn by celebrities – Including June Carter Cash’s hat collection.
Radio and talk show diva Jane Ellen will host the event.
WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 29th
6:30 p.m. – cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres and Informal Trunk show
8 p.m. – runway show
WHERE: The Factory at Franklin, Jamison Hall | 230 Franklin Road Franklin, TN 37064
ADDITIONAL INFO: Ticket Information:
SOLD-OUT - VIP Runway Tables of eight and individual seats – $800 per table or $100 per seat (VIP seats and table hosts will receive goody bags)
General Admission – $75 per seat or $600 per table of 8
All tickets can be purchased either online at www.avintageaffair.org/events or by calling 615-351-8165.
A Vintage Affair is an organization whose mission is to provide significant financial contributions to various nonprofit organizations in Williamson County whose services benefit the community at large. All funds contributed to the nonprofit organizations are designated for programs to support the well-being of women and children of need. To date, A Vintage Affair has contributed nearly a million dollars. www.avintageaffair.org.
The 2011 beneficiaries include: the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Williamson Medical Center, My Friend’s House, the Williamson County Library Foundation and the A Vintage Affair Fellowship at O’More College of Design.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Ashley Roberts
615-351-8165
ashleywroberts@avintageaffair.org
AVA’s New Event: The Grape Stomp at Animalia
A Vintage Affair (AVA) continues the celebration of its 10th year of supporting nonprofit organizations in Williamson County by adding a brand new event to the AVA 10th Anniversary line up: The Grape Stomp at Animalia.
The Grape Stomp will be held on Sat., Oct. 16th from 2-7 p.m., at Animalia, a new veterinarian clinic owned by Aubrey and Michelle Preston located at 3105 Boyd Mill Pike near the Westhaven neighborhood.
So, whether your notion of grape stomping conjures up romantic images of Keanu Reeves and his love interest in the 1995 film A Walk in the Clouds, or of the iconic scene from the famous I Love Lucy “Grape Stomping” episode, those bold enough to brave the messiness are invited to experience traditional wine making as they stomp barefoot in competition against others in a tournament bracket-style competition. There will be five stomp heats, comprised of six teams each. The team to collect the most juice at the end of the four-minute stomp will advance to the finals, where five teams will compete to be the Grape Stomp champion. Members of the winning team will receive a case of wine as reward for their stomping talent.
There will also be a special award given to the best-dressed Grape Stomping Team, so team T-shirts or creative costumes are encouraged. The cost to sponsor a team of five is $1,000 and up to 30 teams will be assembled. Those wishing to enjoy the event from the sidelines may purchase general admission tickets for $50. A limited number of VIP tickets will be available for $100 each. VIP ticket holders will have access to a designated VIP tent where they will enjoy exclusive wines, gourmet food and the finest cigars.
Wine and food will be plentiful and Four Roses Bourbon from Lawrensburg, Ky., is creating a signature cocktail and will offer bourbon tastings. Additional participants include Cordina mar-GO-ritas, Arrington Vineyards and Robledo Family Winery of Sonoma.
In addition to the entertainment provided by watching the grape stomp, four bands representing different styles and genres of music will play throughout the day. At 6 p.m., a “Wine Down Hour” will feature one band for concert-style entertainment. No alcohol will be served during this time. AVA reminds everyone to drink responsibly and to designate or arrange to have a sober driver. The event is 21 years and up and I.D. will be required to enter the property.
Tickets will be available beginning September 7th. Visit AVA’s website at www.avintageaffair.org for more details and to purchase tickets. For more information on registering your grape stomping team please contact Ashley W. Roberts at 615.351-8165.
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Second Annual Stars, Stogies & Bogies
Night Golf Tournament | Friday, August 6th at 7PM
Where: the Fairways at Spencer Creek Golf Course
Tickets: Call Ashley at 615-351-8165
YOU MUST BE 21+ TO PARTICIPATE.
A Vintage Affair Week: April 12-16th 2010
Proceeds from all A Vintage Affair events are to benefit our selected 2010 beneficiaries.
Monday, April 12 | The Sound Kitchen, 6pm-9pm | $100/person
Sponsored by: First Tennessee
Guests will enjoy the experience of gourmet food, and extraordinary wines as we kick off our 10th Anniversary week of events. The event will be held in the unique atmosphere of one of Franklin’s well-kept secrets. The Sound Kitchen will offer a new experience to guests, along with great live music from several recording artists. A Vintage Affair will host Legends at the Kitchen on April 12 from 6-9pm. The dress for this evening is business casual. Reservations are $100 per person.
Tuesday, April 13 | The Franklin Men’s Club, 6pm-9pm | $75/person
Sponsored by: Century Construction Company
A Vintage Affair is proud to announce a new event at the Franklin Men’s Club. This will be the perfect opportunity to highlight the cigars of CAO, along with the wonderful pairings of a variety of different cordials. Guests will enjoy gourmet Italian cuisine provided by Giovanni’s Restaurante from Nashville. The Cigars & Cordials dinner will be held on Tuesday, April 13 from 6-9pm. The dress is business casual. Reservations are limited and tickets are $75 per person.
Wednesday, April 14 | Green’s Grocery in Leiper’s Fork, 6pm-9pm, $125/person
Sponsored By: Suncrest Home Health & Mallory Lane Wine & Spirits
Back by popular demand – this event was a favorite last year, and space is limited, so be sure to purchase your reservations early! The event will be held Wednesday, April 14 at 6:00pm at Green’s Grocery in Historic Leiper’s Fork. Guests will enjoy all aspects of this boots and blue jeans event, including fine champagne, wine, cold beer, and live music in a comfortable, country atmosphere. Mickey Roos will provide the food, bringing their great ribs and much more. Transportation will be available from Downtown Franklin to Leipers Fork. Reservations for Vintage Champagne and Vintage Country Music are limited and are $125 per person.
Thursday, April 15 | Boxwood Bistro, 6pm-9pm | $250/person
Sponsored by: Tennessee Bank & Trust
An annual favorite is the black tie pre-event social held on Thursday, April 15 from 6-9pm at Boxwood Bistro in Historic Downtown Franklin. Each vintner will bring their finest wines, and guests will enjoy learning about these wines directly from their creators. Reservations for Meet the Vintner are limited, may be purchased online, and are $250 per person. This price includes reservations to both the Sommelier Preview Party and the Main Event.
Friday, April 16, 5:30pm | Jamison Hall at the Factory at Franklin | $125/person
Sponsored by: Tennessee Bank & Trust
On Friday April 16, the Sommelier Preview Party will be held in the courtyard outside Jamison Hall from 5:30- 7 pm. It will feature fine cigars courtesy of CAO, special wine tastings, champagne, and fabulous hors d’oeuvres presented by Sperry’s. Reservations to attend the Sommelier Preview Party are $125 per person, and this price includes your reservation to the Main Event. Reservations may be purchased online. Dress is business casual.
Friday, April 16, 7pm-10:30pm | Jamison Hall at the Factory at Franklin | $75/person
Sponsored by: Tennessee Bank & Trust
At 7 pm, the doors open for the Main Event featuring numerous wine tasting stations, several fabulous food stations and many wonderful live and silent auction items to bid on, including hundreds of desirable wines. A reservation to attend only the Main Event is $75 per person. The dress for this event is business casual. Reservations may be purchased online or at the door. There is a $10 additional charge to purchase reservations at the door.
Past Events:
A Fashion Affair 2010
A Beauty Affair: 2010
October Tour of Spirits: 2009
A Vintage Affair is proud to present the October Tour of Spirits, sponsored by Lipman Brothers. From 6pm -
7:30pm on consecutive Tuesday evenings, beginning October 6 and continuing through October 27, A Vintage Affair will host a tour of liquor tastings at local restaurants in Franklin. Each restaurant will feature a different spirit to be tasted in a variety of cocktails, served with light hors d’oeuvers.
The October Tour of Spirits will begin on Tuesday, October 6 at Sperry’s Cool Springs and will feature gin concoctions. The following Tuesday, October 13, will feature Cielo Tequila at SOL Restaurant. The tour will continue on October 20 at Red Pony, and will feature Jack Daniel’s Family of Brands. The final stop on the tour will be at Boxwood Bistro on October 27, and will feature Crystal Head Vodka.
Reservations are $35 per person per night, or may be purchased as a package for $120 per person for all four evenings.