NEWTON, NJ (Sussex County) – The Hudson Farm Club will host a local celebration of the internationally acclaimed “Open That Bottle Night” in support of Project Self-Sufficiency on Saturday, February 22nd, at 6:00 p.m.
This unique event, conceived more than 20 years ago by former Wall Street Journal “Tastings” columnists John Brecher and Dorothy Gaiter, has become a global celebration of friends, families, and memories.
This year’s affair will feature fine wines, sumptuous food, and an auction hosted by Ted Tafaro. Musical entertainment will be provided by the jazz quartet Meant to Be. In addition to the excellent wines available, participants are invited to bring their own bottle of wine and share the story of its origin with fellow guests. The event will be hosted by Peter and Cynnie Kellogg, Lou and Kathy Esposito, and Blake and Cathy Ellman.
“Open That Bottle Night” encourages those with a special bottle of wine to gather with other wine enthusiasts and create a memorable wine-tasting experience. The bottles need not be particularly expensive. The event has grown into a worldwide tradition, celebrated from Antarctica to Hawaii.
“Open That Bottle Night is not just a celebration of fine wine; it’s a toast to the spirit of resilience and community in Sussex County,” said Kathy Esposito, Project Self-Sufficiency Board member and event organizer. “At Project Self-Sufficiency, we believe in opening doors and extending our hands. This event reminds us that the best way to savor life is by uncorking the moments that bring us together. Cheers to shared stories, shared bottles, and the shared journey toward self-sufficiency!”
“Open That Bottle Night is a significant part of our annual campaign, one that encourages us to celebrate with family and friends, no matter the occasion,” said Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director of Project Self-Sufficiency. “We are deeply grateful to Peter Kellogg and the members of the Hudson Farm Club for their extraordinary hospitality.”
The event will be held at the Hudson Farm Club in Andover, a 3,800-acre private hunting preserve once owned by railroad magnate John P. McRoy, who operated a dairy farm on the property. In 1920, the property was donated to The Hudson Guild, a charitable organization in New York City.
Sponsorship packages for “Open That Bottle Night” are available at various levels, ranging from $500 for individual tickets to the “Oenophile” level at $10,000. To purchase tickets, visit www.projectselfsufficiency.org/open-that-bottle-night, or call 973-940-3500.
