Wednesday, August 20, 2008

John Lescroart at Wine for Words

El Dorado County Library Third Annual Wine for Words Event

The El Dorado County Main Library in Placerville will be hosting our Third Annual Wine for Words Event on Sunday, September 28th from 4pm to 8pm. Best selling author John Lescroart will be speaking about his new book “Betrayal”.

The evening will begin at 4pm with wine tasting from five local wineries: Ursa Vineyards, DK Cellars, Madrona Vineyards, Wofford Acres Vineyards and Fenton Herriott Vineyards. Each guest will receive a special event wine glass.

At 5pm a catered dinner by Diane Wilkinson will be served:
· Thai marinated grilled chicken
· Seared ahi with fresh papaya salsa and wasabi dipping sauce
· Spicy Asian noodle salad
· Vegetable pot stickers with dipping sauce
· Greens with rice wine dressing
· Fruit kabobs
· Dessert
· Beverages
· A bottle of local wine will be provided at each table

After dinner Mr. Lescroart will talk about his new book and the other exciting mysteries that he has written. Barnes & Noble will be selling books, or you can bring your own book for the author to sign.

There will also be a raffle for prizes donated by local wineries and merchants. Raffle tickets will be $1 each or $10 for 15 tickets.

Seating is limited, so reserve your table early! Tickets are $50 per person and are available at the El Dorado County Main Library. All proceeds from this event will go toward the purchase of new books for the library.

For more information please call the library at 530-621-5540. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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