“Gala in the Vineyards” Raises over $45,000 for Saint John’s Children’s Clinic
The forth annual Cornell Financial Group of UBS “Gala in the Vineyards” raised over $45,000 for the Saint John’s Children’s Clinic. The January 17 event was held at the Hardacre Ballroom in the Paramount Theatre Center.

“Saint John’s is very appreciative of the generosity the community has shown through the support of the Gala in the Vineyards,” stated Saint John’s President Kyle DeFur.

In addition to sponsoring the event, Cornell Financial Group of UBS matched contributions from their clients up to $5,000, Keg ‘n Bottle donated $7,000 through it’s Wine Press Giving Club.

Two very special gifts were also announced at the “Gala in the Vineyards.” One contribution was made in memory of Matthew Sromek by Kathleen Sromek; the other gift was in memory of Lisa McVicker by Robert McVicker.

The evening featured tasting stations including Chateau Thomas Winery, The Crescent Moon Café, Bixby's Coffee House, Easley Winery, Good's Candy Shop, Keg 'n Bottle, Mickey’s Grandview, Oliver Winery, Vince's Restaurant at the Muncie Airport, Texas Roadhouse, and Wilson Winery.

Randy Frieling and Kay Clark entertained attendees with the piano while they browsed over 100 auction items and artwork displays from several local artists, including members of the Artworks Gallery, Ray Freer, Mollie Plummer, and Betty Steenerson.

To donate to the Saint John’s Children’s Clinic, contact Saint John’s Corporate Communications and Foundation at 646-8290.

The Saint John’s Children’s Clinic, a freestanding facility, located at 15 West 19 Street, provides free medical and dental care to eligible children through age 18. Clinic hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.