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Crossing Vineyards To Host Inaugural Christine M. Carroll Fundraiser

In memory of the family's matriarch, the Carroll Family has organized a benefit for the Eastern PA Bleeding Disorders Foundation.

The late Christine M. Carroll, the co-founder of Crossing Vineyards and Winery, Inc., in Upper Makefield.
The late Christine M. Carroll, the co-founder of Crossing Vineyards and Winery, Inc., in Upper Makefield. (Contributed)

WASHINGTON CROSSSING, PA — The Carroll Family, owners of Crossing Vineyards and Winery, announced on Tuesday its inaugural Christine M. Carroll Fundraiser, an event dedicated to supporting the Eastern Pennsylvania Bleeding Disorders Foundation and remembering the family's matriarch and the co-founder of the winery.

The event takes place on Sunday, October 6 beginning at 2 p.m. at Crossing Vineyards and Winery, 1853 Wrightstown Road, Washington Crossing.

"On this special day, we will honor Christine M. Carroll, who lived with type 3 Von Willebrand Disease, the rarest and most severe form of this bleeding disorder," said the family. "In her memory, we invite you to join us for a day filled with music, food, and the chance to make a meaningful impact."

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Event highlights include live music by the Fabulous Greaseband, fine wine and beer, food from Piccolo Trattoria, and a live auction.

The special evening will also feature a raffle featuring more than $7,000 in prizes including a 3-month family membership to the Newtown Athletic Club, a gift card bundle from local restaurants, an 85-inch Samsung TV, one month with a personal trainer at Genesis Personal Fitness, a gift basket to La Stalla Italian Market, new Velotric Discover 1 Plus Electric Bikes plus a $200 credit for a second electric bike from Voltage Bikes, half day electric bike rental for four from Washington Crossing Tours, tickets to the Philadelphia Eagles, five framed professional pictures, and 3 regular haircuts at Yardley Family Haircutters.

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Participants can purchase single raffle tickets or a bundle of five for a chance to win one of the ten exciting prizes listed above. Winners will be drawn electronically at random on October 6 during the event. Ticket holders do not have to be present to win, but all prizes must be picked up by October 13. Tickets for the raffle can be purchased by clicking here.

Tickets for the fundraiser are $125 each or $200 per couple and can be purchased online by clicking here. One hundred percent of the proceeds will benefit the Eastern Pennsylvania Bleeding Disorders Foundation, supporting women with Von Willebrand Disease.

"We are deeply grateful for your support of this important cause. Together, we can honor Christine’s memory and help others living with bleeding disorders," said the Carroll family. "Join us for an unforgettable day of community, compassion, and fun, and help make a difference in the lives of those affected by bleeding disorders."

For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.

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