Smiles reflect an enjoyable day at the annual Wine on the Fox in Oswego last year.
Photo by LockedInPhotography.com
Wine on the Fox, presented by john greene Realtor, returns to Oswego Saturday and Sunday, May 4-5, 2019, and volunteers are needed to help make the event a success.
Proceeds from Wine on the Fox will benefit other family-friendly events in the Oswego community throughout the year, including Fourth of July fireworks and Movies in the Park.
Volunteers are needed for three-hour shifts to help pour wine, sell tickets, set up and tear down, check gates and additional duties. As a thank-you for their time, volunteers will receive a commemorative glass and wristband, and either free food vouchers, or exclusive discounts on wine packages at the event.
To sign up, visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0b49ada628a0fd0-volunteer1 (find the link at www.oswegoil.org) and pick out your time slot. Volunteers handling alcohol must be 21 or older to participate. All volunteers must submit a release form and safety check the day of the event.
In addition, community organizations in Oswego can promote their organizations and earn donations by offering volunteer time from their members. For more information about this opportunity, contact Community Engagement coordinator, Julie Hoffman, at 630-551-2344 or jhoffman@oswegoil.org.
About Wine on the Fox:
Wine on the Fox, presented by john greene Realtor, is a two-day wine festival featuring 190 wines from Illinois and around the world, with proceeds benefiting Oswego special events and amenities throughout the year. Sip wines, learn about different varietals, nosh on food pairings, listen to live music, and shop at Mother’s Day Boutique, all benefiting community amenities.
Entry is free. Wine packages are on sale now, beginning at just $15 when purchased online or at Village Hall prior to the event.
This year’s Wine on the Fox will be held from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 4, and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 5, at Village Square Park, 100 Parkers Mill, near Oswego Village Hall, to avoid downtown construction. Event parking is available adjacent to the event from Washington Street.
For more information or to buy tickets visit www.wineonthefox.com. For a full listing of events happening this Summer around Oswego, visit www.GoOswego.org.
— Village of Oswego