One of Oglebay Institute’s most popular events, the Festival of Trees Wine Tasting takes place 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, November 19 at the Stifel Fine Arts Center.

The event features a scrumptious assortment of wine and food pairings in the elegant, yet intimate, splendor of one of Wheeling’s grand properties. The 100-year-old Edemar Mansion (now known as the Stifel Fine Arts Center) will be transformed into a holiday marketplace featuring hundreds of handcrafted items by dozens of local artisans.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to browse the Festival of Trees, which features a variety of trees, wreaths, and garlands decorated by creative and skilled volunteers. Items are available for bid or purchase, and all proceeds benefit Oglebay Institute.

Food and wine pairings:

Longevity Cabernet – cheeseburger chimichangas
Longevity Chardonnay – shrimp with beans and greens
Tropical cranberry Moscato – mini cheesecake with sugared cranberries
Leese Finch Pinot Noir – grilled honey barbecue wings
Daou Sauvignon Blanc – roasted Brussel sprouts with Gojuchang and browned butter
ICH Bin Riesling – pickled beet carpaccio with baby spinach

$35 ($30 OI members). Register online or call 304-242-7700.

More than the just wine…

During wine events, you can view the art on display in the gallery. As you explore the historic mansion, you will also marvel at the stained glass windows, grand central staircase, marble floors and the majestic fireplace in the formal living room. During warm weather, stroll through the gardens. You can purchase your favorite vintages, too. Most of all, unwind and have fun. Oglebay Institute wine events are great places to discover new wines and meet other wine lovers, too. These popular events are also perfect for date nights and evenings out with friends.

Festival of Trees – A Beloved Holiday Tradition

Held at OI’s Stifel Fine Arts Center, Festival of Trees features a variety of trees, wreaths, and garlands decorated by creative and skilled volunteers. Cast a bid for the fully decorated tree of your choice, and also starting November 5, shop the Holiday Art Show & Sale to find handcrafted gifts for friends and family this holiday season. Trees will also be available to purchase outright. Look for “Buy It Now” details at the venue to learn more.

Festival of Trees takes place through November 19 or as long as trees are available to purchase.

Proceeds benefit Oglebay Institute’s arts, nature and history programs throughout the Upper Ohio Valley.

Sponsored by Belmont Savings Bank and Panhandle Cleaning & Restoration.

2021-22 Wine & Beer Events at the Stifel Fine Arts Center:

• Sept. 10, 2021: Art & Ale: Outdoor Craft Beer Event & Food Truck
• Sept. 24, 2021: The Art of Wine: Outdoor Tasting & Live Music
• Oct. 23, 2021: Art & Ale: Halloween Home Brewers Spooktacular
• Nov. 19, 2021: The Art of Wine: Festival of Trees Tasting
• Dec. 10, 2021: The Art of Wine: Holiday Five-course Dinner & Wine Pairings
• Jan. 21, 2022: Art & Ale: Local Craft Beers featuring The Wheeling Alers
• Feb. 11, 2022: The Art of Wine: Valentine’s Five-course Dinner
• March 17, 2022: Art & Ale: Irish Beers & Celtic Music
• April 22, 2022: Outdoor Wine and Craft Beer Event with Live Music
• May 6, 2022: The Art of Wine: Five-course Dinner and Wine Pairings
• May 20, 2022: Outdoor Wine and Craft Beer Event with Live Music