Somersworth Festival Association annual beer and wine tasting event; May 7th 5:30 to 7:30, Somersworth New Hampshire

On Thursday May 7th, the Somersworth Festival Association will be holding it's 5th annuual wine and beer tasting event at the Great Bay Gallery in Somersworth New Hampshire.

The Somersworth Festival Association is responsible for the annual Somersworth International Children's Festival; this year, scheduled for June 20th, Breakfast with Frosty, the Pumpkin Fest and the Kid's Koncerts. In addition to these events, fundraising is also used for local schools by way of scholarships for high school seniors and an Artist in the Schools and Arts & Crafts program at the elementary and middle school levels.

This has become a very popular event, attracting visitors from throughout the Seacoast area, and this year promises to be even more successful. The attendees will have the opportunity to sample wines from no fewer than five New Hampshire Wineries as well as other wines from all over the world. For the beer lovers, the Woodstock Inn Brewery will be on hand to provide samples of their various brews. Another highlight of this year's event will be a silent auction featuring a six bottle wine cooler and other great items. This will be in addition to a raffle featuring prizes, such as winery tours, tastings and gift certificates donated by the participants. Tickets for the event are $25/person, $45 for two in advance, or $30 at the door.