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Follow on Google News | Pinot’s Palette, Partners and Guests Raise Over $3000 for the Breast Health Collaborative of TexasPinot’s Palette celebrated their Second Annual Art Tasting Fundraiser, raising $3,220 for the Breast Health Collaborative of Texas. 200+ guests, over two nights, enjoyed The Tasting Room wine and Saint Arnold Beer, tastes from Freebirds, and more.
By: Marielle Johnson Sokolowski The event kicked off on Friday, September 16, with a VIP Preview night at the Pinot’s Palette Montrose studio location. The event was sold out at 50 people, although Marketing Director, Mari Sokolowski, allowed an additional walk in squeeze in the door, “It’s nearly impossible to turn people away when all of the festivities are benefitting charity. I just wanted to make sure we would have enough art supplies, food and drinks for everyone!” Friday night guests enjoyed complimentary valet services, take home eco-bags from CultureMap, music by 103.7 FM, door prizes, 8 x 8 inch self-guided painting activities, “Around The World” wine tasting from The Tasting Room, Saint Arnold beer and food from Freebirds. Neighboring business, Ziggy’s and Boheme, joined in the festivities by offering $20 gift cards in the raffle to host after parties for the event, which ended at 8 p.m. Other raffle prizes included tickets to Houston Wine Fest, Best Fest (Houston Press) and Houston Cellar Classic (The Tasting Room), Freebirds burritos, and Pinot’s Palette gift certificates. The event continued the following night, September, 17, 2011, at the Pinot’s Palette Galleria studio location. Over 170 guests packed into the spacious studio which was deconstructed to make additional room for the eager guests. Guest this evening could participate in large collaborative paintings (later auctioned off in a live bidding session) and for an additional $10 donation could treat themselves to a 8” x 8” self-guided painting activity. Throughout the evening guests could replenish their beverages at the open bar with The Tasting Room serving a wide selection of delicious wines and beer form Saint Arnold. Freebirds showed of their catering skills by passing an assortment of mini burritos and luscious brownie bites. 9 p.m. signaled the close of the silent auction and there was a scramble to beat the highest bid. Auction items included beautiful flowers from Lexis Florist, wine tasting for 10 at Vintners Own Winery, salon experiences at Urban Retreat, SOK and Azur Salon, tickets to Houston Wine Fest, fitness certificates to Define Fitness Studio and CrossFit H-Town and gift baskets from St. Arnold and Pinot’s Palette. A special thanks was given to the event underwriters Andrews Kurth each night. A highlight of the Saturday night event was the chance to contribute to the design of a ribbon of The Pink Ribbon Parade. Its presence encouraged some who came to only observe the interactive art exhibits to get their paint brushes dirty. “I wasn’t really sure I would know what to do when I got the paintbrush in my hand, but with the help of the artists, I really impressed myself with what I created,” commented guest, Tricia Eaton. Her husband, Jess Eaton, joined in the fun too, “I wasn’t really sure what to expect tonight, but this is a blast!” Craig Ceccanti, Pinot’s Palette co-owner and CEO, commented, “I’m not surprised the guests showed up a little early both nights to nab one of the first seats at the painting table and have first pick at the duplicate paintings. Our guests tend to be infectiously enthusiastic.” Guests departed with art, prizes, wine glasses, CultureMap eco-bags and a few 103.7 treats in hand, many overheard saying, “can’t wait to come back!” Pinot’s Palette Photos from the event can be found on Pinot's Palette Picasa page: https://picasaweb.google.com/ Pinot's Palette Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/ Pinot’s Palette is an upscale BYOB Painting Studio in Houston, Texas. The company first opened its doors in Houston, Texas, in May 2009 with the expectations of hosting classes three nights per week. Today there are three Pinot’s Palette studios locations serving over 500 painters per week, and franchising the unique concept nationwide is an eminent next step for their continued growth. Those interested in attending a Pinot’s Palette class can book their seats online, bring a bottle of wine and some friends and let Pinot’s Palette provide the rest. A local artist will guide you step-by-step through your selected painting. Find more information at http://www.PinotsPalette.com. The Breast Health Collaborative of Texas is made up of almost 300 nonprofit, corporate and individual members throughout the State of Texas that are dedicated to making sure no one goes without breast health care. It is the coordinating body influencing education, funding, and policy by serving as a resource for breast health issues and services. The Collaborative advocates on behalf of breast cancer services, education, patient navigation services and research. Visit www.BreastHealthCollaborativeofTexas.org for more information. # # # Pinot’s Palette is an upscale BYOB Painting Studio in Houston, Texas. The company first opened its doors in Houston, Texas, in May 2009 with the expectations of hosting classes three nights per week. Today there are three Pinot’s Palette studios locations serving over 500 painters per week, and franchising the unique concept nationwide is an eminent next step for their continued growth. Those interested in attending a Pinot’s Palette class can book their seats online, bring a bottle of wine and some friends and let Pinot’s Palette provide the rest. A local artist will guide you step-by-step through your selected painting. Find more information at http://www.PinotsPalette.com. End
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