Azorean Maritime Heritage Society to host Sails of Portugal Wine and Food Tasting fundraiser on June 4 Leave a comment
NEW BEDFORD — Enjoy an evening of wine tastings and Portuguese food from local restaurants while raising money to support the Azorean Maritime Heritage Society on Saturday, June 4.
The event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Kilburn Mill at Clarks Cove.
Founded in 1997, the Azorean Maritime Heritage Society (AMHS) promotes Azorean culture and shared whaling heritage by raising awareness and pride within New England’s Azorean-American community.
Funds raised from this event will support the participation of Azorean Maritime Heritage Society’s teams in the 11th International Azorean Whaleboat Regatta this September in the Azores, as well as contribute to the organization’s cultural programming and community scholarship fund.
“There are only 63 Azorean whaleboats remaining in the world,” according to the AMHS website. Three of those Azorean whaleboats — the only three in the United States — are in New Bedford and maintained by AMHS.
Tickets cost $50 per adult and include wine, beer and food tastings. There will be a plentiful assortment of dishes provided by local restaurants as well as a cash bar. The event will also include a raffle to win a three-night stay and tour package in Faial, Azores, and a silent auction with items that include a private sail and lunch by the bay in Falmouth, local art, museums, golf packages, harbor tours and much more.
To purchase tickets, visit www.azoreanmaritime.org or pick up tickets in person at Luzo Auto Center, located at 19 County St., New Bedford. Limited tickets will also be available at the door.
For more information, please contact Donald Rei at 508-287-0887 or email azoreanwhaleboats@gmail.com.
