About Salon
The Free Clinics’s longest-running event, Salon is an evening of fine wine and food, art and entertainment, and engaging conversations, all in an unexpected setting. Hosted at The Oriole Mill, guests nibble and sip on delicious offerings from generous local chefs and beverage purveyors while browsing and bidding on the array of unique items and experiences that comprise our silent auction. You can check out photos from 2018’s event here: Salon 2018.
This year we are delighted to feature food and beverages from the following: The Baker’s Box, Bold Rock Hard Cider, Budy Finch Catering & Revelry, Cono Sur, Crate Wine Market & Project, Dandelion, Farm Burger, Flat Rock Village Bakery, Gateaux Cakes & Pastries, Hav-a-Cup Coffee Service, Pita Express, Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, and Sushi with Gusto at The Fresh Market!
Ticket Pricing
Early bird discount (through April 12th): $75 per person
Standard ticket (after April 12th): $85 per person
For group (10+) ticket purchase discounts, please contact Sarah at 828-697-8422 or sfriedell@thefreeclinics.org.
Sponsorships
Individual sponsorships are available. All sponsors will receive tickets to the event and will be publicly recognized for their generosity. Sponsors at the Pioneer, Visionary, Leader, and Champion levels are invited to attend a private pre-event reception. During this intimate gathering, Executive Director Judith Long will share insights about the latest trends in healthcare and exciting developments in our community.
Sponsorship Levels
Patron: $250 – 2 tickets will be mailed to you in appreciation of your contribution
Friend: $500 – 2 tickets will be mailed to you in appreciation of your contribution
Champion: $1,000 – 2 tickets and private reception
Leader: $2,500 – 4 tickets and private reception
Visionary: $5,000 – 8 tickets and private reception
Pioneer: $10,000 – 12 tickets and private reception
If you are interested in becoming a business/corporate sponsor for this event, or if you would like more information about annual sponsorship opportunities, please contact Sarah Friedell at sfriedell@thefreeclinics.org or 828-697-8422.
About Polk Celebration
The Free Clinics invites you to join us for a family-friendly, springtime brunch at beautiful Parker-Binns Vineyard in Mill Spring! Live music, local wine & cider, farm animals, and long-range mountain views set the scene. Enjoy Southern brunch favorites and a glass of wine while learning more about the critical work The Free Clinics provides to Polk County residents.
Ticket Pricing
Tickets $35
Designated Drivers & Under-21 $25
Admission includes one drink ticket; additional cash bar available.
Sponsorships
Individual sponsorships are available. All sponsors will receive tickets to the event and will be publicly recognized for their generosity.
Sponsorship Levels
Patron: $250 – 2 tickets
Friend: $500 – 2 tickets
Champion: $1,000 – 2 tickets
Leader: $2,500 – 4 tickets
Visionary: $5,000 – 8 tickets
Pioneer: $10,000 – 12 tickets
If you are interested in becoming a business/corporate sponsor for this event, or if you would like more information about annual sponsorship opportunities, please contact Sarah Friedell at sfriedell@thefreeclinics.org or 828-697-8422.
Sunset Dining is a unique event in an unparalleled setting. The Cabin Ridge on top of Sugarloaf Mountain boasts stunning views of the summer sunset over the mountains, which attendees can take in while enjoying a gourmet farm-to-fork seated dinner, wine pairings, live music, and dancing in a beautiful open air pavilion.
Stay tuned for more details for our 2019 dinner! In the meantime, check out photos and information from last year’s event here: Sunset Dining 2018
The Plunge is a fun and funny, family-friendly party by the lake featuring a live band, food truck fare, kids’ games, and the main event – a raucous auction for the opportunity to push Hendersonville’s well-known movers and shakers into the water! That’s right – you can bid on your favorite local celebrities for the chance to dunk them in the lake!
Our inaugural end of summer celebration features live music, food trucks, beer & cider, kids’ games, and more!
Stay tuned for more details…