Party with a Purpose

The annual lighting of downtown is such a festive event, you’ll likely want to keep the party going. You can do just that at Winter Wine & Ale Fest which takes place from 7 to 10 p.m. at Public Square. More than 20 craft brews, wines and spirits will be served along with samples from some of Cleveland’s most popular restaurants, including Taza Lebanese Grill, Pura Vida by Brandt Evans, Willeyville, Lago East Bank, McCarthy’s, and more. This year’s event will also include custom cocktail samples created by Cleveland Whiskey. Limited stand-alone samples of Cleveland Whiskey bourbon will also be available. Proceeds from the evening’s festivities will benefit Downtown Cleveland Alliance’s Generocity Cleveland initiative, which funds programs and services provided by DCA and its faith-based partners to help the homeless in downtown. Tickets are $65 and include 20 tasting tickets and a commemorative tasting glass. (Niesel)