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Verse & Vino, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation’s signature annual fundraiser, is happening on November 4.
The event will feature New York Times bestselling authors, at-home party packages, a co-branded beer with Town Brewing Co. (to be released at a viewing party), and more.
- According to the Verse & Vino website, the event is a “celebration of reading, writing and the joy of libraries.“
Why it’s important: This event is a major fundraiser for the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation, which helps support the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s services and programs.
First things first: Last year, Verse & Vino was reimagined into a virtual event due to the pandemic. It was a success, so this year’s event will be a hybrid of virtual streaming options and in-person gatherings.
- New this year is a viewing party at Town Brewing Co. with a beer brewed just for Verse & Vino (more on that below).
The goal is to give guests plenty of options so they can experience the event exactly as they want to — whether that means curling up on the couch or heading out on the town.
There are five featured authors, plus a bonus debut author:
There are lots of ways to experience Verse & Vino — here’s a quick guide to four of them.
Town Brewing Viewing Party
Cost: $150
What’s included:
- Program at Town Brewing Co.
- One book of your choice
- Two drink tickets
- Food available for purchase
More info: Town Brewing Co. brewed the beer — called CommonSpark — specifically for Verse & Vino. It’s “crisp and approachable with soft malt character balanced by American hops, fermented with ale yeast at cooler temperatures,” according to head brewer Brian Quinn.
- “We’re really big on the philanthropic side of the business — we want to be a force for good within the community,” Quinn said when asked why he decided to brew a beer for the library.
After Verse & Vino, the beer will be available in grocery stores, and a portion of the proceeds will support the Library Foundation’s CommonSpark campaign.
Party Package
Photo via Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation
Cost: $1,250
What’s included:
- Secure viewing link
- Appetizers for 10 from Table and Twine (this year’s menu is Artisan Street Tacos)
- 2 bottles of Verse & Vino wine
- 10 CommonSpark beers
- Branded favors and gifts
- 2 autographed Book Bundles (each includes 1 autographed book from each of the 5 Verse & Vino authors)
- Delivery within the Charlotte region
Photo via Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation
Cost: $300
What’s included:
- Secure viewing link
- Dinner for 2 from Table and Twine (includes shrimp cocktail, short ribs, whipped potatoes, vegetables and dark chocolate bread pudding)
- 1 bottle of Verse & Vino wine
- 2 CommonSpark beers
- Branded favors and gifts
- 1 autographed book of your choice
- Delivery within the Charlotte region
Individual ticket
Cost: $125
What’s included:
- Secure viewing link
- 1 book of your choice
Ready to get reading? Learn more about Verse and Vino and snag your tickets.
