Cheers to a Great Cause!
Each winter, the local community gathers to celebrate Clearbrook's work in providing training and meaningful employment to adults with disabilities. The 54th annual A Grapevine of Friends Wine and Craft Beer Tasting was no exception, as more than 350 guests attended this truly special event at the Westin in Itasca.
Treated to a night of exceptional wine tastings, great local brews, and gourmet food stations, attendees were greeted by neighboring businesses Mariano's, Aspen Lane Winery, PRP Wine International and Church Street Brewing Company. Other indulgences included the opportunity to bid on auction prizes, win a cash raffle, live music provided by FM Stars, and many chances support the work of Clearbrook's newly accredited Community Employment Services Program.
Hosted by Kaili Harding of the Schaumburg Business Association, the evening's program included remarks by Clearbrook President, Tony Di Vittorio and distinguished employment partner, Derwin Threats of SYSMEX (Mundelein).
The celebration continued as all guests were invited to attend an exclusive after-party in the Westin's Lakeside Pavilion featuring desserts, champagne tastings and music by Mark Domanico. There is something for everyone at the annual Friends event.
For more information or to volunteer, please contact Hillary Mittelman at 847-385-5009 or at hmittelman@clearbrook.org.
Special thanks to our sponsors and host committee:
Sponsors:
Al and Janet Lattof, AMITA Health, Aquion, Art Van Furniture, Baker Tilly, BMO Harris Bank, Canon Solutions America, Inc., Cardinal Color Group, Ceres Food Group, Comcast, Fidelitone, Jennings Chevrolet, JonDon Janitorial, Korol Cleaning Service, Mariano's, Subaru, SYSMEX, Uline and Weber-Stephen Products
Friends of Clearbrook:
John Curry, Carleen Emde, Judy Friedman, Mary Ellen Masek, Coca Skok, Amanda Taylor, Sue Viecelli, Gloria Walters, Barb Weiss, Kasumi Wada and Beth Zajczenko