UNC’s Chocolate & Wine Frolic a Huge Success

UNC’s 16th Chocolate & Wine Frolic, presented by PNC Bank, sent guests’ imagination wild in the historic ballroom of the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple in downtown Scranton on Friday, September 27, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 pm.

Our interpretation of the famous Wonka Factory showcased samples from 22 local businesses that presented fine wines, delicious gourmet chocolates, and other savory treats while UNC supporters mingled for an unforgettable evening.  

The sweet sounds of everyone’s favorite duo, Michele Conaboy McGrath and Kenny McGraw, filled the ballroom, and for an additional fee, guests took a chance at fantastic raffles, and wine lovers could gamble on winning a premier bottle of wine at our wine pull table.  

Vendors included Barbour’s Bakery, Caffe Fresco, Calkins Creamery, Capra Collina Winery, Deep Roots Hard Cider, Edible Arrangements, Evil Sweets by Lulu, Gerrity’s the Fresh Grocer, Gertrude Hawk Chocolates, Grovedale Winery, Hilton Scranton & Conference Center, Lucchi Family Wine Cellars, Lynn Sandy’s Bakery, Maiolatesi Wine Cellars, Manning Farm Dairy, Naked Toffee, Pilgers’ Pastries, Pittston Popcorn Co., Space Time Mead & Cider Works, Susquehanna Brewing Co., Talerico’s Tropical Winery, and Texas Roadhouse.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our presenting sponsor, PNC Bank, along with Grimm Construction, William G. McGowan Charitable Fund, Alliance Wealth Advisors, Toyota of Scranton, Citizens Savings Bank, Topp Business Solutions, WNEP 16, Center City Print, Lamar Advertising, Sprint Marketing Product, Dempsey Uniform and Supply, and Metz Culinary Management for their generous support.  

All proceeds from the event directly support the vital programs and services provided by UNC, significantly impacting our community.