NEVADA CITY, CA November 14, 2018 – As fires spread across the state we take notice of those who stand on the front line.Firefighters protect our personal safety and our homes. It is a dangerous job. Sadly, the men and women who choose to provide this safety and peace of mind sometimes fall. Wildland Firefighter Foundation provides support to families when a wildland firefighter death or injury occurs.
Golden Era Lounge, 309 Broad Street in downtown Nevada City, wishes to honor firefighters by hosting Firefighters Thanksgiving, a benefit for Wildland Firefighters Foundation. They invite the public to join firefighters on Monday,November 19th from 6:00pm until 10:00pm to raise funds and celebrate all fire service personnel and first responders.Complimentary Welcome Punch and a special whiskey cocktail await you. Appetizers are being provided by Jesse Hanshaw, Kevin Soares, The HamStand and Emily’s Catering. In addition, raffle prizes will be drawn. Tickets are $15 per adult and are available at local firestations and at the door.
Typically closed on Mondays, Golden Era Lounge felt celebrating fire personnel was important enough to cancel their day off. “First responders come whenever they are called,regardless of the day or the hour. We determined it was the least we could do to miss our day off in their honor,” said Steve Giardina, owner of Golden Era. “We wanted to celebrate first responders in a manner that allows everyone the opportunity to participate.”
Fire Captain Pat Sullivan is working with the Golden Era Lounge to put together a memorable event. “There will be an antique fire truck parked outside and numerous opportunities to offer contributions,” said Sullivan. “We know many won’t have time to spend the evening, but want everyone tofeel comfortable stopping by if they just want to say thanks or makea contribution.”
Golden Era’s Eric Giardina feels it is important to provide thanks to the men and women who give so much to all of us. “When I initially proposed this event and asked a number of vendors and suppliers to join me in making it happen, I had no idea we would still be in the thick of fire smoke.” Szabo Winery, South Fork Vodka, Ol’ Republic, George Dickel Tennessee Whiskey, Southern Wine and Spirits, and Bulleit Whiskey have joinedGolden Era, Jesse Hanshaw, Kevin Soares, The Ham Stand and Emily’s Catering as event sponsors.
“We approach each duty day prepared and willing to serve,” said Clayton Thomas, President of Nevada County Professional Firefighters Local 3800. “We’re grateful for organizations like Wildland Firefighter Foundation who raise funds all year long to provide support to our families should we not return home from a wildfire.” Thomas stated that Golden Era Lounge and their event sponsors make firefighters feel appreciated on a local level. “We are honored by the recognition and support.”
To learn more about the Wildland Firefighter Foundation or to make direct donation please visit their website at https://www.wffoundation.org
For more information about Nevada County Professional Firefighters 3800 you are invited to visithttp://www.local3800.com
For additional event information you may email cindygiardinia@goldeneralounge.com or phone (530) 264-7048.For more information about Golden Era Lounge please visit http://www.goldeneralounge.com