Sunday, July 17, 2016

Putnam County Wine & Food Fest more than that

Screen shot 2016-07-06 at 3.48.20 PMWant to get away from the kids for a bit? The 6th annual Putnam County Wine & Food Fest is less than four weeks away, and it will be open only to people 21 and older.

The two-day festival -- which is not limited to the beverages in the title -- will be held the weekend of August 6-7 at the Beaver Creek Equestrian Center, running from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Among the wine and spirits merchants lined up so far are the Adirondack Winery, Pazdar Winery, Awestruck Hard Ciders, Kas Spirits, and the Jewel of Russia distillery. Throughout the weekend, they will be showcasing their goods through tastings, and selling by the bottle or the case. A variety of food and crafts artisans also will be on hand. And, a beer garden will be open.

In addition to sampling foods and adult beverages, attendees will be able to experience cooking demonstrations from local chef Johnny Ciao also will join the Dean Shot Band for a live music performance. Also performing will be the Jim Marrone Trio, along with other bands that will be announced over the next few weeks. The performances will feature musical genres from pop, country, R&B, and reggae.

Tickets are available online at various prices. A portion of the proceeds will be going to Dutchess/Putnam REACT, an organization providing Safe Radio assistance for community events.

The event venue is located at 683 Route 311 in Patterson, about an hour and 45 minute drive from downtown Albany via the Taconic State Parkway.

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