Wayne County Life

The Wolcott Chamber of Commerce & the Wolcott Lions Club are pleased to present the first annual Central New York Wine & Jazz Fest on Saturday, August 1st, 2009 from 11AM – 8PM in historic downtown Wolcott, NY. This Agri-tourism event is proud to join the ranks of other similar NY State festivals in promoting and showcasing Central New York’s increasing popularity in the production of fine wines. Over twenty Upstate NY wineries are scheduled to offer tasting and sales amidst a backdrop of free live jazz entertainment from international jazz vocalist Nancy Kelly; acclaimed regional composer/pianist Jeff Sawyer and his trio as well as local jazz favorite the E.S.P band of Syracuse. In addition to great wine & music there will also be high-end vendors offering fine cheeses, jewelry and other artisan creations.

The entertainment and access to some vendors is free to the public. For access to wine tasting on Main Street all 21 year olds with proper I.D. can purchase tickets at the gate for $20 or buy $15 Advance sale tickets either online at www.wolcottlionsclub.org or by calling (315) 530-7171. Designated drivers and non-tasting tickets are only $10.

For additional information contact: Mike Bettis, Vice President - Wolcott Chamber of Commerce, Wolcott, New York (315) 587-2483, mikebettis@hotmail.com

The Wolcott Chamber of Commerce mission is: to promote, enhance & support the business, civic, cultural, educational and spiritual interests and activities of the Wolcott community. For more information on the Chamber visit www.wolcottny.org. For more information on the Wolcott Lions Club visit www.wolcottlionsclub.com.