Exhibition at wine and cheese night

The Bays Community Group will hold its Wine, Cheese and Art night on Saturday, July 14, at the Woy Woy Bay Community Hall.

Last year's event attracted more than 130 people who enjoyed a selection of wines chosen by Rutherglen Estates, artwork by the Painters of the Peninsula and a selection of cheeses, all set to a backdrop of creative art works.

Bays Community Group president Mr Bob Puffett said the tremendous turnout and positive feedback was evidence enough to hold another evening.

"It was a fantastic occasion and everybody really enjoyed it.

"In fact, so well was it received that, by popular demand, the Community Group is running the event again this year with a theme of showcasing local talent," he said.

The Wine, Cheese and Art night will include an exhibition by painters Joseph Rolella and Greg Coates.

This year, wines will come from the Millbrook Estate Winery of the Hunter Valley.

Winemaker and viticulturist Mr John Lyons, a former resident of the Bays, will be on hand to educate palettes by providing tasting notes and answering questions on the finer points of making and drinking wine.

"Accompanied by a selection of fine cheeses from award winning Little Creek Cheeses and snacks from around the world, it promises to be yet another sensory indulgence," said Mr Puffett.

"A courtesy bus with pick up and return within the Woy Woy-Ettalong-Kariong area will be available for a $5 donation," said Mr Puffett.

Email, 29 May 2012

Andrew Kophamil, Bays Community Group