Whiskey, Wine & Cheese

Thank you for making this year's event such a success. Take a look at some photos from the evening!

December 5 | 5:30-9:00 PM

Blumen Gardens

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Join us on December 4 for the 12th Annual Whiskey, Wine and Cheese!

December 5 | 5:30-9:00 PM

Blumen Gardens

Schedule of the Evening

  • 5:30 PM: Doors Open
  • 5:30-7:30 PM: Silent Auction of Live Wreaths
  • 7:30 PM: Program and Live Auction
  • 8 PM: Late Night Snacks
  • 9 PM: Event Ends

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What

Whiskey, Wine & Cheese is a holiday open house that includes an auction of live wreaths, a variety of hors d’oeuvres, charcuterie, fine wine & spirits, live music and more!

When

December 4, 2026

5:30-9 PM

Where

Blumen Gardens
403 Edward Street, Sycamore, IL

Who

Whiskey, Wine & Cheese is open to the public, so bring your friends!

Why

To raise money to support CASA’s work of advocating for children who have experienced abuse or neglect in DeKalb County.

How

Donations are accepted at the door and throughout the evening. No RSVP or ticket required for entry.

Event Timeline

5:30-7:30 PM | Silent Auction of Live Wreaths
7:30 PM | Program and Live Auction
8:00 PM | Late Night Snack
9:00 PM | Event Ends

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Save the date for the 9th Annual Whiskey, Wine & Cheese!

December 1 | 5-9 PM
Blumen Gardens
403 Edward Street, Sycamore, Illinois

Whiskey, Wine & Cheese is a holiday open house that supports CASA’s advocacy for children in DeKalb County who have experienced abuse or neglect. The evening will include a live wreath auction, a variety of hors d’oeuvres, charcuterie, fine wine & spirits, holiday treats and more!

Donations are accepted at the door and throughout the evening (no ticket required for entry). Whiskey, Wine & Cheese is open to the public, so bring your friends and family! No RSVP needed.

Schedule of the Evening:

  • 5 PM: Doors Open
  • 5-7:30 PM: Silent Wreath Auction (including “Buy It Now” prices)
  • 7:30-8 PM: Program (Live auction, CASA stories and paddle raise)
  • 9 PM: Event comes to a close
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Live Auction Packages

RARE 10-YEAR PAPPY VAN WINKLE

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Rare 10-Year Pappy Van Winkle

This bourbon whiskey is bottled at nearly barrel proof. Rich, yet smooth, this bourbon takes a back seat to none

A big, bold aged bourbon that has great balance for its high proof and flavor.

Made possible by Hy-Vee

Galentine's Night Out

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Galentine's Night Out
Thursday February 5, 2026 | 6-8 PM
at Painted Lady Collection

Look forward to a night out with 8-10 friends featuring:

A WEEK AT LEBEAR RESORT

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Enjoy a relaxing one-week stay at Le Bear Resort in Glen Arbor, MI the week of August 21-28 2026.

Spend time outdoors relaxing on the water or exploring local hiking trails, play a round of golf or enjoy a local winery, brewery or farmers market.

Donated by Heather and Scott Shepard

Can't attend but want to support CASA? Donate online at casadekalb.org/donate.
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For more information, email CASA at casa@katieh51.sg-host.com or call 815-895-2052.

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Thank you to our 2026 Event Supporters!

Wreath Decorators

Other Event Supporters

Blumen Gardens

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CASA Board of Directors

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Special thanks to the Whiskey, Wine and Cheese Event Committee:

Celestine Amponsah, Tricia DeBoo, Kammy Forsberg, Sam Guerrero, Ray Hernandez, Lisa Montgomery, Xena Nelms-Bennett, Dan Pavelich, Jessica Sandlund and Heather Shepard!