Stacey and Jen guided guests through the seven types of cheese.
An array of gourmet goods inside the Beacon Pantry.
First cheese down!
Stacey and Jen were a wealth of knowledge about cheese.
Local wine expert Bob Brink paired each cheese with a special wine.
Taking notes on favorite pairings.
HVCS held an exclusive cheese and wine tasting party at the Beacon Pantry (in Beacon, of course) on Wednesday, November 5, 2014. Owner Stacey Penlon and cheese fanatic Jen guided an intimate group of supporters through the seven styles of cheese, while local wine expert Bob Brink paired each offering with a special wine. It was a trip around the globe and through time as Stacey and Jen revealed the mysterious beginnings of cheese and the traditional methods now being revived by artisanal cheesemakers. Guests went home with some HVCS schwag, a Parmigiano Reggiano frisbee, and a huge block of knowledge about cheese!
Despite the name, Chill Wine Bar gives a warm holiday welcome to all HVCS supporters on Friday, December 12, 2014 for a holiday food and gift drive! Join us for Chill’s selection of wines, craft bottled beer, tapas and paninis and bring along non-perishable food items or unwrapped toys to pass on to a needy HVCS family. Plus, Chill will donate 25% of your bill to HVCS–and this donation will be matched by a major corporation, so it’s like a 50% donation of your check! The more you eat and drink, the more we collect for our holiday food pantries for hungry clients.
There are only a few spots left at our Cheese and Wine Tasting Party on November 5th at the Beacon Pantry in (where else?) Beacon! If sampling delicious gourmet cheese, charcuterie and fine wines is your thing, then this is an event you don’t want to miss. We’ve got a total of only 10 spots, and they’re going fast! Reserve your seat in advance by getting your ticket today using this link:
You’re invited to an exclusive VIP cheese and wine tasting party to raise funds for Hudson Valley Community Services (HVCS) at the Beacon Pantry on Wednesday, November 5th at 7:30 pm. Expand your palate and learn how to choose the perfect cheese and charcuterie platter just in time for holiday entertaining. Stacey Penlon, the Beacon Pantry’s owner and “expert du fromage” will guide 10 guests through the seven kinds of cheese, each paired with wines selected by local expert Bob Brink. All proceeds benefit HVCS’ array of services for people living with chronic diseases.
This event is currently sold out. If you’d like to be added to the waiting list, or to attend a future cheese and wine tasting event, please e-mail or call us at (914) 785-8277.
A one-hour interactive training for all Dining Out for Life volunteers. Learn how to appropriately approach diners for additional donations on April 23rd, hear about our prizes and incentives, and collect all the materials you need for being a great DOFL ambassador.
Please note that it is mandatory that all DOFL ambassadors attend one of these training sessions. If you cannot attend, please contact Anthony at (914) 785-8277 to schedule an individual training session.
One of four DOFL Ambassador trainings offered:
Poughkeepsie – March 31, 2014 – 6 – 7 pm – at the Crafted Kup, Poughkeepsie
Elmsford – April 1, 2014 – TBD
Beacon – April 2, 2014 – 6 – 7 pm – at Chill Wine Bar, Beacon
Check out the latest super-charged video to promote Dining Out for Life! And remember to dine out on April 23rd here in the Hudson Valley at one of our participating restaurants.
Answer and ye shall receive! Join Hudson Valley Community Services for a little casual competition at Chill Wine Bar in Beacon, NY on Wednesday, February 19th. Trivia Master Todd (TMT) asks the questions while you and your teammates supply the answers. The team of four with the highest score by the end of the night will win a cash prize!
$20 donation at the door to benefit HVCS’ programs and services
Cash bar – Chill will donate a portion of your bar tab back to HVCS
Tapas menu available
7:00 – 8:00 pm: Welcome and team formation. Bring your entire team, link up with others or we can randomly assign you to a team that needs members
It’s that time of year again! Join your fellow furry guys for Bear Feast II. We’ll be bringing the bear community together for camaraderie, good food, and a fine selection of beer and wine.
– Free Admission
– Complimentary Food
– Drink Specials
– Music by Prephab
– Raffles for prizes
– and of course, Bears, Bears, Bears!
Please bring a donation of nonperishable food for Hudson Valley Community Services’ (formerly ARCS) Food Pantry. This organization is the nexus for HIV/AIDS services in the Hudson Valley. All those who bring a food donation will receive a complimentary raffle ticket.
So, gorge yourself on some bears, and join us for Bear Feast II.
ARCS invites all of our volunteers and donors for a casual evening of holiday cheer at Chill Wine Bar in Beacon. No cover, free snacks and desserts, and door prizes. Plus, Chill will donate a portion of your bill to ARCS, and there will be a matching donation from a major corporation. So come rock around the tree with ARCS, have a glass or two, and celebrate another year of dedication and doing good for the community!
40 of our wonderful, dedicated volunteers joined us on December 8th for our Volunteer Appreciation Party at Chill Wine Bar in Beacon. Special thanks to Little Boy’s Deli for donating delicious mac ‘n’ cheese, Chill Wine Bar for being our hosts and providing complimentary cheese platters, and to Terry Gipson, NYS Senate candidate, for stopping by.
Calling all ARCS volunteers! Please join us to celebrate the work you do all year on behalf of ARCS’ clients. Chill Wine Bar is once again opening its door to ARCS for an evening of casual conversation, festive food and beverages of all kinds.
ARCS invites all of our volunteers and donors for a casual evening of holiday cheer at Chill Wine Bar in Beacon. No cover, free snacks and desserts, and door prizes. Plus, Chill will donate a portion of your bill to ARCS, and there will be a matching donation from a major corporation. So come rock around the tree with ARCS, have a glass or two, and celebrate another year of dedication and doing good for the community!
