Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 22, 2026 Annual Wine Tasting Event Raises Funds for the Malden Public Library Special to The Advocate T hanks to generous support from Malden-area businesses, organizers say the annual Friends of the Malden Public Library Wine Tasting Gala was a huge success. Approximately 50 local vendors contributed food, wine, flowers, and silent auction items for the Library’s signature fundraising event. An enthusiastic crowd of 140 people were on hand at the Converse Memorial Building on May 15 to sample wines from around the world. Event sponsor Kappy’s Fine Wines & Spirits donated the wine and, for the second year in a row, offered craft mocktails for those who wanted to participate without drinking alcohol. Kappy’s also donated 10% of Kira's Wildflowers and Martin's Florist and Greenhouse provided beautiful floral arrangements for the event. Guests were encouraged to dress in their best floral attire. “I was delighted to see guests Pictured left to right: Councillor At-Large Michelle Bucci Luong, Ward 5 Councillor Ari Taylor, Mayor Gary Christenson, and Council President Amanda Lineham were among the many distinguished guests at the Wine Tasting Gala. (Photo Credit: Diana Jeong) the proceeds from all wine purchased at the event to the MPL. Local restaurants, including Bikeeny Caffe, Hoff's Bakery, All Seasons Table, Dom's Sausage Co Inc., and Bob's Italian Foods, Established 1978 Mid-grade Regular 4.24 4.45 5.19 $4.67 Full Service ULS $4.379 Order online at angelosoil.com M CELEBRATE MALDEN’S REVOLUTION 250 Gather on May 25 at the Rising Eagle in Melrose ALDEN, MA – Celebrate history at a lively gathering of Maldonians at the Rising Eagle Publick House at 505 Main Street in Melrose, named for an early Malden tavern where residents would have gathered to celebrate pretty much anything. Hosted by the Malden Historical Society, this event, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, will feature trivia, toasts, and a group reading of the Malden Instructions led by Malden’s Revolutionary extraordinaire Mark Linehan.Food and drink will be available for purchase.No registration is necessary – come on down! About the Malden Historical Society Founded in 1886 and incorporated in 1887, the Malden Historical Society is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization that is always looking for new members as well as volunteers to help with our collections, exhibits, and other projects. Anyone with an interest in history who wants to learn more can attend one of our meetings, visit www.maldenhistoricalsociety.org or call 617-863-6038. Kerosene Now Available! generously donated the upscale refreshments, including sushi, meatballs, and other delicacies, as well as a lavish dessert bar. Guests excitedly bid on silent auction items, like the popular "7 Nights of Dining" and “Cozy Nights In” baskets, which also raised money for the Library. Attendees toured the Library’s Olmsted Garden and art galleries, which served as an elegant setting for the event. This year’s gala theme was Spring Blooms, and enjoy themselves while admiring the exquisite art galleries. It was a beautiful night to catch up with old friends and make new connections. I am so proud of our team of volunteers who started planning for this night back in February, and we loved how it turned out,” said Friends of the MPL President, Huy Nguyen. The Friends of the MPL is a nonprofit, volunteer, fundraising organization that holds events throughout the year to benefit the MPL. The Wine Tasting Gala is their biggest annual fundraiser, and all proceeds from this event go towards Library programs, materials, equipment and services. Friends of the Malden Public Library President Huy Nguyen reviewing Silent Auction items. (Photo Credit: Diana Jeong) FLEET CARD Check Out Our LOW PRICES!
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