Silent auctions for charity are a great way to bring people to an event while keeping them entertained and raising money for a good cause at the same time. Throw a wine tasting into the equation and things become even more interesting.
My wife's sorority recently held an event at the Academy of Medicine in Atlanta to raise money for domestic violence. Suit, tie, food, music, the whole package.
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