Silver Soiree Tickets and Online Auction Bidding
- pomperaugriver
- Jun 20
- 2 min read
This event will feature delicious hors d'oeuvres prepared by Chef Riad Aamar of Oliva on Main, desserts prepared by Pastry Chef Denis Niez of Ovens of France, wine, beer and cocktails, live music by classical guitar soloist Brian DuFord, and presentation of the Dr. Taylor Environmental Stewardship Award to Joe Ruggiero of Southbury. The event will also feature silent and live auctions where you can win exclusive items and experiences.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
The event will offer passed hors d’oeuvres and bounty table presentations prepared by Chef Riad Aamar (top left), owner of Oliva on Main in Bethlehem, CT. Aamar credits his early years growing up in the West Bank for giving him his reverence for nature's bounty. The simple life of good, natural foods inspired him to develop his current culinary specialties featuring the tastes of northern Italy, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa.
The event will also feature delicious desserts prepared by Pastry Chef Denis Niez (top middle), master baker and owner of Ovens of France. A staple in Woodbury for over 20 years, Ovens of France is known for its hand-made croissants and other delectable pastries, fresh baked breads, artisan jams and jellies, coffee, French cheeses, and more!
Guests will indulge in these incredible eats while enjoying a live musical performance by classical guitar soloist Brian DuFord (top right). After a robust career in concertizing, scoring films, and composing classical music, Duford has re-established his roots as a solo performer and now appears regularly throughout Connecticut. For three seasons, he has been the artist-in-residence at Walker Road Vineyards in Woodbury, where he presents music from the Renaissance, Baroque and Classical periods.
Finally - guest will not want to miss the opportunity to bid on exclusive treasures and experiences featured in our Silver Soirée Silent and Live Auctions!
Online bidding for our silent auction is now open and open through 4:00 PM on Saturday June 21 to allow us time to transition items to be ready to bid on in person on Sunday. Can't join us at the event? Be sure to enter a proxy bid that may enable you to win your favorite item without attending the in-person event to bid live on June 22.
Live, in-person bidding will resume at 4 PM on Sunday June 22 at the Silver Soiree - PRWC's 25th Anniversary Celebration.
All event and auction proceeds will support PRWC's work to protect the health of your rivers and drinking water.
