Partnering with various local artists and wineries, Blue Wind offers fresh foods for tasting, wines for sampling and the talents of regional artists for viewing. Proceeds from the events will go toward supporting the programs of the Patuxent Habitat for Humanity.
The next featured artist is photographer, Jenna Licurgo. In addition to photography, Jenna owns and operates a Bed and Breakfast in her home, Open Gates Farm. “There is so much beauty in every-day life and sometimes we’re too busy to notice”, says Jenna. “Sunsets, for instance, are here and gone very quickly. To capture it in a photograph is to seize that moment in time to enjoy again & again. Southern Maryland offers so much beauty…we have the water, the farms, wildlife, the old homes, interesting people…endless, living art.”
As Blue Wind owner, Rob Plant states, “We are very glad to welcome Jenna to the series both for her photographic talent and her passion for the region and its natural beauty.
“The work of the Patuxent Habitat for Humanity improves the lives for all residents within our community and it is through the strength of these partnerships that all can share in the rewards of living here in Southern Maryland”, continued Plant.
The Wednesday Wine and Artwork on display throughout the shop will be artwork of that week’s featured artist, along with samplings of local foods and wines. Special additions such as signed prints from the artists and other offerings will also be included. A donation of $10 is requested for the tasting .
Featured artists will be given prominent, dedicated display within the store for the duration of the show. The works of the participants will also be included in the promotion of the series. Interested artists can participate by contacting Barbara Zeiller on (410) 394-6234 or b_zeiller@comcast.net.
Patuxent Habitat, whose stated mission is to bring people from all walks of life together in helping their neighbors to realize better lives by providing decent, affordable housing in both Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties, has built nine homes since 2003 for families who would not otherwise realize the dream of homeownership. PHH partners with local volunteers and businesses to build homes which are then purchased by the families using no-interest loans.
For information on the Patuxent Habitat for Humanity call (301) 863-6227 or (410) 326-9050 or visit the Web site www.patuxenthabitat.org.
For information on Blue Wind Gourmet contact Rob Plant on (301) 737-2714 or www.bluewindgourmet.com.
For information on Full Stride Communications contact Katherine Stormont on (240) 577-2374 or email kstormont@md.metrocast.net
Contact Jenna Licurgo via email at OpenGatesFarmBB@msn.com.
