Winni Wine Festival returns to Meredith on June 29

MEREDITH — The Winnipesaukee Wine festival returns for its 15th annual fundraiser featuring samples of more than 100 wines, beers and spirits from around the world to benefit the important work of the International Institute of New England in resettling and supporting refugees throughout New England, including those fleeing the invasion in Ukraine.

Sponsored by The Common Man Family of Restaurants and Martignetti Companies of Northern New England, the festival takes place on Wednesday, June 29, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the Winnipesaukee Ballroom at Church Landing.

Featuring wine, craft beer and spirits from local, national and international producers, the event offers a VIP room in the Carriage House at Church Landing with exclusive wines and a commemorative glass. Purchase tickets online at iine.org/winefest. Space is limited and advance tickets are suggested.

The Common Man family of restaurants will feature samples of some of the most popular dishes from a variety of its restaurants from across New Hampshire. Guests will enjoy live music by the David Lockwood Jazz Quartet and have a chance to partake in a live auction hosted by Pat Kelly. Various silent auction items presented by IINE will also be up for bid.

Mill Falls at the Lake offers special festival overnight rates for standard rooms. Call 800-622-6455 and mention you’re attending the Winnipesaukee Wine Festival. Room availability is limited and will be granted on a first come, first served basis.

For more information about the International Institute of New England, visit IINE.org.

For more information about The Common Man, visit theCman.com.