Winetopia 2019—-Wrapped up in Gratitude
Two weeks ago, on October 4th, we had our annual Winetopia Event at the Pratt Place Barn and it was better than ever. Every year I am in awe of this community. Hundreds of people all contribute in ways both big and small to ensure our event is a success. That includes volunteers, sponsors, vendors, donors and guests! To have this kind of support in our community means more than I could ever express, but I hope each and every one of you knows that you are appreciated. We raised $64,083 this year and that is our record for this event!! So thank you all for your support!
We spent two days setting up with the help of incredible volunteers and then as the event began I watched as hundreds of people started pouring in the doors ready to enjoy all the wonderful things our vendors had to offer. It always feels good at our event, but the energy this year seemed even better. The way I would describe the feeling is being wrapped up in gratitude. Everyone was so happy to be there and participate—and you could feel it.
A little more about what our vendors had to offer…We had four of the best restaurants in Northwest Arkansas serving their finest: Bordinos, Bocca, Arsaga’s and Cafe Rue Orleans. For dessert, we had the famous Mia Tarts, Pure Joy Ice Cream and Chuck’s Cake Shoppe! Wine lovers enjoyed tasting all of the delicious wines poured by Natural State Distributing, Constellation, Diamond Beverage Group, De Nux Distributors, and Scout & Cellar. Two of the finest breweries in town—Core & Fossil Cove—were pouring their wonderful craft beer. Black Apple Crossing poured their fabulous cider and Beam Suntory provided top-shelf bourbon! And imagine— ALL of that was included in each and every Winetopia ticket!
Local businesses were exceedingly generous this year as they provided incredible contributions to our silent auction making it the best one we’ve ever had and we are so grateful. We had it all and our guests loved it! Papa Joe at the Wine Toss was a huge hit as always. Matt Boles (DJ M. Bolez) was spinning the sweetest tunes all night—he was the cause of many spontaneous dance parties. We had a team of awesome ladies design and set-up our outdoor lounge area. It was magnificent and packed full of people all night long. And my favorite barn—I have never seen Pratt Place look prettier (thanks to Lightworks). It was a really wonderful evening and we appreciate you all so much!
We have some gorgeous photos taken by the one and only Cole Fennel below, but first take a moment to scroll through the lists of all of the wonderful people and businesses that made this night possible!
Grape Crusher Sponsors
Mertins
Adventure Subaru
Rockline
Miller Boskus Lack
Greg & Hannah Lee
Harvester Sponsors
Advanced Monitoring Services
Signature Bank of Arkansas
C&C Services
Max & Lydia Mahler
Frozen Bean
Harmony Proteins
Planter Sponsors
Affiniti Management
Elevate Performance
The Law Offices of NWA
Roblee Orthodontics
Olsen Clinic
Buffington Homes
Underwoods Fine Jewelry
Winetopia Retail Wine Shops
Cheers Liquor & Wine Shoppe
Liquor World
Wine, Beer, Cider, & Bourbon Sponsors
Natural State Distributing
Constellation (Robert Mondavi)
Diamond Beverage Group (Steele)
De Nux Distributors
Core
Fossil Cove
Black Apple Crossing
Beam Suntory
Scout & Cellar
Food Sponsors
Arsagas
Bocca
Bordinos
Cafe Rue Orleans
Chuck’s Cake Shoppe
Mia Tarts & More
Pure Joy Ice Cream
Community Sponsors
Intents Party Rentals
AV Design Consultants
Lightworks
Westwood Gardens
Eventures Party Rentals
Moxy Ox
Showerfilter Store
Media Sponsors
Citiscapes
KUAF
3W Magazine
Hosts
Dr. Scott & Leslie Bailey
Leigh & Candra Davis
Gary & Teri Head
Chris Goddard & Bartus Taylor
Dr. Allyson & William Mertins
Neal & Gina Pendergraft
Linley & Dave Dust
Adam Jones
Andrew & Sarah Dabney
Jennifer & Wade Esty
Martel & Bethany Brown
Abdi & Laura Dubed
Volunteers
Alannah Massey
Chris Beavers
Tareneh Manning
Lexy Hill
Lana Lyon
Cheryl Walsh
Kim Norris
Terra Stephenson
Lori Boatright
Kristi Batchelor
Misha Gardner
Kristing McDill
Jessica Ginger
Aileen George
Nathan George
Juma Ogongo
Moses Agare
Tarri Fennel
Jay Fennel
Joe Fennel
Jean Ann Fennel
Miriam Smith
Rusty Jones
Charlotte Jones
Adam Jones
Kimberly Clinehens
Silent Auction Donors
All Sports Production
Blakeman's Fine Jewelry
Bocca Italian Eatery
Bordinos Restaurant & Wine Bar
Buffalo Outdoor Center
CBD & Me
Cheers Liquor & Wine Shoppe
Chris Beavers, Realtor with Bassett Mix
Clubhaus Fitness
Coach Jessica Phelan
Coach Michelle Fyfe
Counts Custom Duck Calls
Dark Star Visuals
David & Candace Starling
DK Design
Dog Party USA
Dylan Taylor at 2nd Life Wood
Elayne's Dance
ELXR Yoga Lounge
Eureka Pizza
Farmer's Table Cafe
Fast Lanes Entertainment
Fayettechill
Fayetteville Acupuncture
Fayetteville Athletic Club
Fayetteville Pilates & Barre
Fitness One
Flora
Gall Excavation
Good Things Eco Boutique
Grey Dog Vintage Boutique
Hugos
James & Stacey Keenan
Jay Fennel
Jessy Lang Independent Wine Consultant for Scout & Cellar
Juice Palm & Con Quesos
Kathy Thompson
Khana Indian Grill
Kirk Lanier
La Vida Massage Gift Card
Lola Boutique
M.buell.design
Mae's Emporium
Markham & Fitz
Mary Linda Biddy
Maude Boutique
McDonald Eye Clinic
Mertins Eye & Optical
Mockingbird Kitchen
Mount Sequoyah Center
Nan Sherry
Natural State Distributing
Onyx Coffee
Ozark Escape
Petra Cafe
Pieceful Hands Quilters
Pinpoint Bar
Rainbow Valley Lodge
Rejuvenated Medical Spa
Remedy Road
Revive Medical Spa
Revive Spa
Robyn Robynson Jewelry
Rod Roark Family Dentistry
Romance Diamonds
Scout & Cellar Independent Consultants, Paul Pasnell, Corinne Power, and Rebecca Mason
Skydive Fayetteville
Southern Trends Basket
Tease Salon
Thatch Jewelry
The Bike Route
The City Supply Store
The Company Club
Theatre Squared
Trailside Yoga
Underwoods Fine Jewelry
Urban Forest Axe House
Walker Bros
Westwood Gardens
Whitney Mountain Lodge
Woodstone Pizza
Gorgeous Greenery from Westwood Gardens!
M. Bolez creating dance parties all over the place!