Winterfest buttons on sale; volunteers sought
Saving Grace is excited to be the 2014 Oregon Winterfest beneficiary. The Oregon Winterfest is scheduled to take place February 14-16 th at the Old Mill District. Buttons for entry to the event are on sale now at OnPoint Community Credit Union ($6), Newport Avenue Market and The Ticket Mill in the Old Mill District ($8).
The entry at the gate will be $10. Saving Grace benefits from a portion of button pre-sales.
Over a dozen local businesses have teamed up with Saving Grace to offer discounts for those that “flash their button”. It’s another incentive to buy early! The discounts are valid now through February 19 th . Thank you to Longboard Louies, Silverado, Cuppa Yo, Woof Neighborhood Dog Wash, McDonald’s of Bend, La Pine & Sisters, Kariella, Mio Sushi, Skjersaa’s, Sweet Tooth Candy Shoppe, Ida’s Cupcakes, Wonderland Toy Shoppe, Desperado Boutique, and Strictly Organic Coffee.
This premier winter festival takes place over three days. Some of the activities include the OMSI Kids Science Tent, An area with fire, ice and snow sculptures, The Bent Lounge and wine tasting. There will be live music including the Dirty Dozen Brass Band on Friday and Menomena on Saturday.
Saving Grace is also looking for volunteers to help at the event. All volunteers receive free entry into the event for the weekend. If you’re interested in volunteering or learning more about the volunteer duties please contact Christina, christina@saving-grace.org
Saving Grace provides confidential and free family violence and sexual assault services and promotes the value of life without violence. For more information visit www.saving-grace.org or contact Lauren Biskind at 541-382-9227.