Taste of Grand Off to Big Start

Bank of Grove happily pledges its support of the INTEGRIS Grove General Hospital Foundation for the 2nd year in a row as the Major Sponsor of the Taste of Grand. Bank of Grove presented a donation for $5,000 to the IGGH Foundation. Pictured (L to R): Charlie Wallace - IGGHF Board Member, Kristi Middleton - Taste of Grand Chairperson, Lisa Dollarhide - Bank of Grove, Becky Rutter - IGGHF Vice-President, Barbara Barnes - IGGHF Board Member and Bank of Grove, Gary Smith - Bank of Grove.

Thanks to the generosity of Bank of Grove, the Taste of Grand is off to a big start....a $5,000 dollar start to be exact. After the success of last years event, Bank of Grove was quick to jump on board for a 2nd year as the Major Event Sponsor. Taste of Grand is one of the hottest event on the lake and will feature some cool adult beverages, delicious food and a fantastic entertainment. The 4th Annual Taste of Grand has been scheduled for September 9, 2006 beginning at 6:00 p.m. All proceeds from the food and wine tasting event will benefit the INTEGRIS Grove General Hospital Foundation.
Last year the event drew a huge crowd of Grand Lakers. This year, Taste of Grand will be held at the INTEGRIS Medical Plaza at 900 E. 13th Street, across from the Sports Complex, to accommodate the crowd more comfortably.
With a reputation as one of the best parties on the lake, Taste of Grand features a little something for everyone. For a $75 donation each donor will receive a t-shirt and a special thank you in the form of an evening full of fun and excitement!! Restaurants from all over Grand Lake will be serving samples of their delicious cuisine. Guests will also taste a variety of delicious wine’s. For those who prefer hops to grapes, an assortment of beer will also be served. Kim and Shane Berry of Timbered Inn Catering will be setting up their very popular margarita machines. Of course there will be plenty of refreshing non-alcoholic beverages available as well.
The musical entertainment will begin later in the evening to allow guests plenty of time to eat, drink and mingle. Popular Oklahoma band “The Stars” will perform starting around 8 p.m. The Stars are being sponsored by Grand Savings Bank. They perform all over the mid-west, including several performances each year at the yacht clubs on the south end of the lake. They specialize in 70’s and 80’s dance music along with some popular 90’s tunes. For those who prefer a slower pace for the evening, a quiet area with relaxing music will take place in the court yard between the Medical Plaza buildings.
The INTEGRIS Medical Plaza will provide many conveniences to Taste of Grand guests. Air-conditioned sitting areas, plenty of restrooms, beautiful landscaping, plenty of parking and lots of room! The food and wine vendors will be spread out through a large area to alleviate a long line for food. Plates will also be available at each booth so guests will always have a fresh plate to sample the delectable fare.
Numerous restaurants will be featured at the event. The Shebang, Paparazzi, Raggedy’s and Charlie’s Chicken are the latest restaurants to sign up for Taste of Grand.
Group discount packages are available if purchased in advance for $675 for 10 tickets. A limited number of Plus Packages are available. The plus package is $800 and includes 10 tickets to Taste of Grand and 2 tickets to the exclusive pre-party. The pre-party will feature several flights of high-end wines and exquisite hors d'oeuvres courtesy of Claudia Butler of Sweet Sensation. There are several other sponsorship levels as well.
Also taking place the same day is the Cotner Memorial Golf Tournament. This tournament is the best deal around. The $85 green fee includes cart, pork loin lunch, beer, soda’s, and the popular chili dog cart. It’s definitely one of the most enjoyable golf tournaments around and benefits the hospital foundation. Spots are filling up quickly so please contact Debbie Totty at 787-3464 or Kristi Middleton at 787-3855 to sign up for a team or sponsor a hole.
Health care is an important issue to everyone in our community. These two events support the INTEGRIS Grove General Hospital Foundation in their mission to support and continue to improve the health care in our community.
Taste of Grand is presented my Major Event Sponsor Bank of Grove and Event Booster Grand River Abstract. For more information, please contact Kristi Middleton at 787-3855.