Advocates to End Domestic Violence (AEDV), a nonprofit in Carson City offering emergency shelter and various resources for victims of domestic and sexual violence, is inviting the community to join its annual Taste of Downtown fundraiser on Saturday, June 20.
Taste of Downtown transforms a stretch of downtown Carson City into a walkable music and culinary experience, complete with more than 30 food vendors and live music. Tickets are available online through June 19 for a discounted rate of $45, at local outlets, or they can be purchased the day of at the event for $50.
Taste of Downtown is AEDV’s largest fundraiser of the year, with proceeds going toward essential services for survivors in northern Nevada. The tasting portion of the evening runs from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with live music continuing until 10:00 p.m. Ticket holders can collect one sample from each food vendor, cast votes for their favorite offerings in the categories of “Taste,” “Sweet,” “Beverage,” “Discovery” and “Band.” They also have unfettered access to both music stages.
Founded in 1995 as a modest community event featuring seven restaurants and approximately 500 attendees, the gathering has expanded over the past three decades to include more than 30 participating restaurants and multiple live bands throughout downtown Carson City.
“Every ticket purchased helps make sure individuals and families affected have access to the support they need,” said Lisa Lee, executive director of AEDV. “We are so proud that, for more than 30 years, Taste of Downtown has brought people together to enjoy amazing food and entertainment, all while connecting as a community to help fund the services AEDV provides every day.”
Bands playing this year include PETTY CARS, New Wave Crave, and Glitter Bomb. Participating food and drink establishments include but are not limited to: the Carson Nugget Casino, Fandango, Crazy D’s Chicken, Lady Griller Catering, Mini Stacks by Caroll, Red’s Old 395 Grill, Scoups Ice Cream & Soup Bar, Seven 7 Grille at the Federal Hotel, So Juicy Juice and Salad Bar, Stone and Skillet, Cucina Lupo, Eve’s Eatery, Bali Express, Tee Jay’s Corner Cafe, Thai Basil, Cellar 8 Wine Bar, Carson Cigar Company, Great Basin Brewing Carson, Saltwater Tavern, Shoe Tree Brewing Co., Comma Coffee, Dirty Dough Cookies, La Tapatia Ice Cream Shop, and Leon’ Raspados.
Carson City is supporting the event in a major way, sponsoring various aspects of the entire day. Some of the major sponsors include Southwest Gas, State Agent and Transfer Syndicate, Hyundai of Carson City, Click Bond and Chromalloy.
Advocates to End Domestic Violence was founded in 1979 by community members who recognized a growing need for domestic violence services in Carson City. Since then, the nonprofit has expanded its programs and facilities to help individuals and families find safety, support and resources while working to break the cycle of abuse.
Today, AEDV provides emergency shelter, crisis intervention, victim advocacy and prevention programs throughout the region. The organization operates a 24-hour crisis line and offers support through its domestic violence shelter program, Sexual Assault Response Advocates and Victim Court Advocates programs, helping survivors navigate the legal system and access available resources. The nonprofit also offers educational programs on teen dating violence prevention, financial literacy, emotional wellness and positive parenting, as well as counseling services and support groups.
Tickets for Taste of Downtown are available at tasteofdowntowncarson.com. Tickets can also be purchased at Classy Seconds Thrift Shop, Carson City Chamber of Commerce, and the Purple Avocado, in Carson City. Details can be found online or by contacting Terri Farnworth at (774) 745-0174 or officemgr@aedv.org.
For more information about AEDV, visit www.aedv.org.
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