Check out how the 2013 Rogue Winterfest is shaping up. THANK YOU ALL for the incredible community support!
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Buy Your Tickets Now!

Rogue Winterfest tickets are on sale online atroguewinterfest.org/tickets or in person at Evergreen Federal Bank, 969 SE 6th Street, Grants Pass. Last year, both the Culinary Christmas Classic and Gala Event & Grand Auction sold out! Don’t miss out … get your tickets NOW!

The Festival showcases beautifully decorated trees and one-of-a-kind art pieces designed by talented local artists and designers. Rogue Winterfest’s four main events span five exhilarating days from December 5 through December 9, 2013: Gala Event & Grand Auction, Golden Social, Weekend Holiday Event, and Culinary Christmas Classic. All events will be held at Evergreen Federal Bank’s Bear Hotelin Grants Pass—a unique venue transformed into a magical holiday wonderland surrounded by Northern Lights. Funds raised during this spectacular community festival support three mental health agencies in Josephine County:Family SolutionsKairos, and Options for Southern Oregon.

For a description of events during the Rogue Winterfest please see the information at the bottom of this newsletter.

Featured Sponsors

Special Occasions, Rentals, & Designs

Special Occasions is a boutique-size rental & design company providing services from basic rental delivery to design and full event coordinating. They pride themselves on providing fine quality and well-maintained items for your very special occasion. Choose from elegant white wooden chairs, general event chairs, tables, garden umbrellas, tabletop accessories canopies, unique finds, and custom pieces made to order.
Special Occasions is designing all the centerpieces and stage decorations throughout the Festival. We are thrilled to have them as part of our event team. A special thank-you to Evergreen Federal Bank for sponsoring the decorations.
Visit Special Occasions Rentals & Design on Facebook or contact Linda Day or Jeaneen Beagley at specoccasionsgp@aol.com for your event planning needs.

Evergreen Federal Bank: Proud Sponsor of Rogue Winterfest

Evergreen Federal Bank is proud to sponsor Rogue Winterfest. This marks the seventh consecutive year that Evergreen will host the event at Evergreen’s Bear Hotel.

“We are pleased to be a part of an event that benefits such a worthy cause,” says Bank President Jeff Hyde. “The work of Family SolutionsKairos, and Options for Southern Oregon is greatly appreciated and important to our community.”

This year, Evergreen will add special effects to their Bear Hotel Christmas exhibit, setting the stage for an even more spectacular event.

“Each year, I am impressed how the Rogue Winterfest crew and our Evergreen Marketing Department manage to transform the Bear Hotel into something new,” adds Jeff. “This year is no exception as they add Northern Lights to the display.” Evergreen’s Bear Hotel and their hosting of events like Rogue Winterfest are part of what make Evergreen Federal Bank unique.

“In 2014, Evergreen will celebrate our 80th anniversary. We are proud to be a community bank that is able to serve customers locally and make a difference where they live. We appreciate local nonprofits like the mental health organizations supported by Rogue Winterfest that share our mission to help build a strong community.”

Please Donate to the Silent Auction!

Do you want to showcase your business or service to hundreds of potential buyers while at the same time contributing to an incredible cause? Then donate to the Silent Auction offered during theCulinary Christmas Classic event. Vacation, wellness, and adventure packages are among the items that will be auctioned during the evening. Our goal is to have more than $20,000 in Silent Auction items to bid on. Every year, we are overwhelmed by the exceptional items and services donated for auction.

Silent Auction items will be listed on the Silent Auction page at our website.

How to Donate a Silent Auction Item

Please fill out the form at Donate an Auction Item or contact:

Silent Auction Team Captain

Mary Lynne DeRocher

mlderocher@kairosnw.org

541.956.4943, ext. 1116


Featured Event

Rogue Winterfest Golden Social
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Golden Social

Friday, December 6, 2013

1:00 to 4:00 pm
Only $3.00 per person

This event is open to our friends over 55 years of age. Advance reservations required. For group reservations, please contact Sue Price at 541.890.5472 or sue@roguewinterfest.org.

Last year was the first year we offered theGolden Social. It was such a success we are offering it again to our senior community and retirement centers. The public is invited to view holiday trees and art displays along withEvergreen Federal Bank Bear Hotel’s fantastic Christmas on Mars Exhibit. Hosted delectable desserts and assorted beverages from our generous Golden Social Sponsors, Highland House and Royale Gardens will be served. Attendees can also enjoy exceptional entertainment by Donna Tennaro. This is a delightful holiday event for our senior community to enjoy.


Call Out to Culinary and Beverage Establishments!

Every year, one of the public’s favorite events is the Culinary Christmas Classic. Establishments from all over Southern Oregon come together to showcase samples of their epicureal specialties. Proceeds raised during this event will go to help children, families, and adults with mental health needs in our community. Fourteen restaurants and caterers are paired with award-winning wineries and breweries. Combine food and beverage tastings with a $20,000 in Silent Auction items and entertainment by Broadway Phil and the Shouters. Get involved in this exceptional night!

Currently Participating Culinary Establishments

The Bohemian Bar and Bistro, Cary’s of Oregon, Highland House, Infuzed Xpress, Keziah’s Kitchen, The Loft Brasserie, Orchid Grill, Rogue River Lodge, Rosso’s Trattoria, Historic Prospect Dinner House, and The Vine Restaurant.

Currently Participating Wineries and Breweries

Bridgeview Vineyards, Del Rio Vineyards, Devitt Winery and Vineyards, Ledger David Cellars, Plaisance Winery and Ranch, Rosella’s Vineyard, Schmidt Family Vineyards, Serra Vineyards, and Wooldridge Creek Winery.Please contact Sue Price, Rogue Winterfest Event Planner, for more information on how you can participate and showcase your business. Email her at sue@roguewinterfest.org or call541.890.5472.


A special thank-you to Southern Oregon Audio Visual for providing all of our lighting and audio needs throughout the Festival. You make us look good!

Thank you, Siro!


For More Details

Visit our website or contact:
Event Planner

Sue Price

sue@roguewinterfest.org541.890.5472

OR

Event Coordinator 

Gigi Ashley

gigi@roguewinterfest.org

541.660.3430

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Thank You toOur Sponsors!

Platinum Sponsor

Evergreen Federal Bank

Event Venue Sponsor

Evergreen Federal Bank
Diamond Sponsors

All Care / CareSource / Mid Rogue Health Care Plans

Taprock Northwest Grill and Event Center

Gold Sponsors

Cauble and Cauble, Attorneys at Law

Highland House and Royale Gardens (Golden Social)

Silver Sponsors

Craft Warehouse

Margy and Ron Goss

Home Depot

Kairos Board of Directors

Gene and Nancy Kettwig

Grants Pass Podiatry

Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Grants Pass

Medical Eye Center

Options Board of Directors

The Sassy Scrapbooker

Bronze Tree Sponsors

AmericanWest Bank

J.D. Fulwiler & Company Insurance

Wells Fargo Bank

Large Tree Sponsors

Caveman Fence

Country House Inns

Evergreen Federal Bank

Family Solutions Board of Directors

Kairos Staff

King Jewelers

Grants Pass Podiatry

Options Staff

Pacific Power

Rogue Valley Sash & Door

Large Tree Design Sponsors

Applegate Valley Wine Trail

Evergreen Federal Bank’s Bear Hotel

Eye Care Group

Glass Forge

Margy Goss

Grants Pass Museum of Art

Moments Event Rentals

One Eleven Theater

Platinum Financial

Rebel Bricks

Sorensen’s Ranch

Three Rivers Community Hospital/Asante

Small Tree Sponsors

Seven Feathers Resort and Casino

Edward Jones – Brian Sachs

Dick Adams

Chris Mecca

US Bank

Small Tree Design Sponsors

Bead Merchant and Violent Continued

Edward Jones – Brian Sachs

Gates Home Furnishings

Graphic Art and Printing Sponsors

Martin’s Printing

Michaels & Michaels Creative, LLC

UPrinting

Artists

Gary “Wiz” Burns

Janet Higgins

Joe Johnson

Jill McAlvage Smith

Irwin Wright

Cash Sponsors

Fred Meyer

Audio Visual Sponsor

Southern Oregon Audio Visual

Decorating & Event Supply Sponsors

Applegate Valley Ranch

Susan Crisfield

Evergreen Federal Bank

Sheri Murphy

Special Occasions, Events, and Design

Chet’s Garden and Supplies

Ron Willing

Tree Designers

Valerie Aamatti

Bead Merchant

Karen Burroughs

Sandra Castle

Tracy Cauble

Susan Crisfield

Mary Lynne DeRocher and Kairos Team

Victoria Durall

Ernesto Duran

Sandi Garrotte

Lee Good

Margy Goss

Carol Hamilton

Carol Holland

Home Depot Team

Jessica Laughlin

Carol Loftesnes

Kimberly Lyon

Kathy Marshbank

Karen Marshfield

Susanne McGee

Joan Noah

Kara Olmo

Barbara Paulson & Team

Grants Pass Museum of Art Team

Stephenie Rigel and Options Staff

Jaime Preston

Sandy Quinton

Heather Sachs

Betsy Sandberg

Jill McAlvage Smith

Natalya Stine

Peggy Sorensen

Culinary Christmas Classic Sponsors

Refer to article in this newsletter for list of current sponsors.
Gala Event Sponsors

Taprock Northwest Grill

Rogue Creamery

Rising Sun Farms

Fresh Express

Harry and David

Kirsch Family Farm

Lavender Fields Forever

Bridgeview Winery and Vineyards

Dancin’  Vineyards

Del Rio Winery and Vineyard

Ledger David Cellars

Rosella’s Winery

Serra Vineyards

Schmidt Family Vineyards

Wooldridge Creek Winery

Brandy Peak Distillery

Auctioneer Chris Caldwell

Entertainment Sponsors

Donna Tennaro – Golden Social

Three Little Birds – Gala Event

Broadway Phill and the Shouters – Culinary Event

Weekend Holiday Event

Grants Pass High School Jazz Band

Grants Pass High School Orchestra

Sequoia

Tommy Lawless

The Evening Shades

Canned

Bob Clark

Dickens Minstrel – Dennis Hotchkiss

Enchanted Carriages – Suzanne Hawley

Snow Queen- Eletheah Kesarah

Santa and Mrs. Claus – Paul and Sharon Stein

Weekend Children Activities

Gene and Nancy Kettwig

Zonta

Media Sponsors

Southern Oregon Magazine

Young at Heart

Transportation

Josephine Transit – Scott Chancy

Southern Oregon Rental – Mocks Ford

Rogue Winterfest Gala and Grand Auction
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GALA DINNER & GRAND AUCTION

Thursday,
December 5


Reception & Viewing of the Auction Items

5:00–6:00 pm


Dinner

6:00–7:00 pm


Live Auction

7:00–9:00 pm


Catered Southern Oregon Bounty dinner by Taprock Northwest Grill featuring Chef Dennis; entertainment by 3 Little Birds; and local wine service. Exquisite trees and art displays will be auctioned. Bid on items for your family, friends, or favorite charity during this incredible evening.

Rogue Winterfest Golden Social
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GOLDEN SOCIAL(for seniors only)

Friday, December 6

1:00–4:00 pm


A private viewing for our friends over 55. Music from the 40s and 50s by Donna Tennaro. The hosted coffee and dessert bar is sponsored by Highland House and Royale Gardens.

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WEEKEND HOLIDAY EVENTS

Saturday, December 7

and

Sunday, December 8

10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Tickets only sold at the door

The public is invited to view holiday trees and art displays along with Evergreen Federal Bank’s Bear Hotel’s fantastic Christmas on Mars Exhibit. Visit Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the Snow Queen; enjoy family activities and games; listen to entertainment throughout the day; and vote on the People’s Choice Award. Entertainment changes every 45 minutes. For a list ofentertainment during the Weekend Holiday Events visitroguewinterfest.org. Grants Pass High School Jaz Band, Grants Pass High School Orchestra, Canned, Bob Clark, Sequoia, The Evening Shades, Tommy Lawless, and Grants Pass Sounds Unlimited.

Rogue Winterfest Culinary Christmas Classic and Silent Auction
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CULINARY CHRISTMAS CLASSIC

Monday, December 9

6:00–9:00 pm


Southern Oregon’s finest restaurants, caterers, wineries, and breweries gather to provide culinary tastings. Mingle among the decorated trees, enjoy entertainment byBroadway Phil and the Shouters, and bid on select Silent Auction items.

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