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Arts & Entertainment

Second Annual Wine, Dine, and Pine

Presented by the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Associates, the spectacular Wine, Dine & Pine fundraiser returns on Wednesday, November 30, 2011, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the Great Room by the Bay. 

This Sarasota Chic event will feature jewelry, tableware and one-of-a-kind trees creatively decorated by local artists and businesses. Silent Auction bidding closes at 7:00pm. For sponsorship information, (please contact Emily Lane 941/366-5731 ext.267 or elane@selby.org). Proceeds of Wine, Dine, and Pine benefit the Gardens. 

Reservations for the event are $50 per person and include wine, cheeses, and appetizers provided by The Fresh Market with music by the Scott Blum Trio. 
If you are a member of Selby Gardens, you are eligible to join the Selby Gardens Associates. The Associates are an auxiliary group of volunteers who love to find ways to support the Gardens through volunteerism, special events, education, and ambassadorship. The Associates have supported the mission of the Gardens since 1980 through their effort to serve, support, and grow the Gardens. The Associates’ activities and programs provide a friendly, social experience for members, while providing value for the Gardens. Members receive monthly newsletters, enjoy luncheons, programs, and fundraisers during the season. Annual dues are Patron $100, Contributing $50, Associate $35.

Reservations are required and can be made at www.selby.org beginning October 15th. You may prefer to send your check for the event to the Associates Group at The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 811 S. Palm Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236, to the attention of Wine, Dine & Pine Tickets. This fundraising event is open to the public

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