Powell Gardens – Under a Harvest Moon
Under a Harvest Moon, a benefit for Powell Gardens, was held on September 25th. Cindy Judge and Jay Longbottom were the honorary chairs, with Kristopher Dabner serving as the event chair. Committee members were David Mertz, Anne Riker Powell, Ruthie Rinehart, Susan Spencer, and Emily Uhlmann Fehsenfeld. Guests enjoyed cocktails, a silent auction, live music, and fine cuisine. Chef Amanda Accurso, Chef Brandon Sharp, and Chef Lance McFarland were responsible for the menu items, with Mixologist Jessica Deister creating both a special cocktail and a heady mocktail. Emily Dix was the featured performer.
Featured in the October 29, 2022 issue of The Independent.
Photo credit: Ty Hester
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