Vino for a Cause

Valentine’s Day is a day to show the people who are close to you how much you love them. In Washington Township on Saturday night, the Knights of Columbus asked people to take it a step further, and open their hearts in the name of charity during the season of love.

The Knights hosted a Valentine’s Day wine tasting where patrons were treated to hors d'oeuvres, cheeses and, of course, an international selection of eight different wines. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Christopher Brandle Joy of Life Foundation.

The Christopher Brandle Joy of Life Foundation was created in April 2010 to honor the life and memory of Christopher Brandle, who passed away from medulloblastoma, a form of pediatric brain cancer last March. The aim of the Foundation is to provide contributions to organizations dedicated to pediatric brain tumor research.

In addition, the Foundation provides financial assistance to families that are struggling with the costs of caring for a child with a brain tumor.