SIP. AT THE WINE BAR & RESTAURANT OPENS NEW 5TH AND MADISON DOORS WITH CHARITABLE EVENTS

SIP. AT THE WINE BAR & RESTAURANT OPENS NEW 5TH AND MADISON DOORS WITH CHARITABLE EVENTS

V.I.P. Dinner to Support Camp Korey; Grand Opening Party to Benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

November 17 & 19

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SEATTLE, Wash.—(October 27, 2009)— Roll out the red carpet, Seattle! Sip. at the wine bar and restaurant is inviting guests to the first viewing of its newest location while giving to deserving causes. The restaurant, located at 5th and Madison, is hosting two pre-opening events, both of which will benefit children’s charities:

Sip. VIP Wine Dinner featuring DeLille Cellars
Tuesday, November 17 from 5 to 10 p.m.
A sit-down dinner featuring live jazz and 3-courses of refined American Cuisine paired with DeLille Cellars’ outstanding, award-winning wines. Price is $100 per person, with part of the proceeds benefiting Camp Korey; reservations required and can be made by calling 425.391.6612, Ext. 810.

Sip. Grand Opening Party
Thursday, November 19 from 5 to 9 p.m.
A lively event showcasing the distinguishing features of Sip. with complimentary appetizers and wine pours and live jazz entertainment. Price is $20 per person, with all profits benefiting St. Jude; reservations not necessary.

WHO: Sip. at the wine bar & restaurant

WHAT: Two Charitable Grand Opening Events
· V.I.P. Wine Dinner
· Grand Opening Party

WHERE: Sip. Seattle
909 5th Ave. Seattle, WA 98101

WHEN: Tuesday, November 17 and Thursday, November 19


Sip. at the wine bar and restaurant in downtown Seattle officially opens its doors to the general public on November 20.

The Napa-Valley-inspired Sip. at the wine bar & restaurant offers an approachable, global wine selection featuring nearly 70 by-the-glass choices, wine flights, and more than 250 bottles from the Pacific Northwest, California and around the world. The Northwest-driven food menu comforts and inspires, and is sourced locally whenever possible. Locations include 909 5th Ave., Seattle 98101; 1084 NE Park Dr., Issaquah, 98029 (425) 369-1181; 4793 and Point Fosdick Dr. NW, Suite 400, Gig Harbor, 98335 (253) 853-3020. For further information, visit www.siprestaurant.com.

About St. Jude: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is internationally recognized for its pioneering work in finding cures and saving children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. St. Jude is the first and only pediatric cancer center to be designated as a Comprehensive Cancer Center by the National Cancer Institute. Founded by late entertainer Danny Thomas and based in Memphis, Tenn., St. Jude freely shares its discoveries with scientific and medical communities around the world. St. Jude is the only pediatric cancer research center where families never pay for treatment not covered by insurance: No child is ever denied treatment because of the family’s inability to pay. St. Jude is financially supported by ALSAC, its fundraising organization. For more information, please visit www.stjude.org.

About Camp Korey: Camp Korey serves children with serious and life-threatening illnesses, providing summer camp sessions, hospital outreach, family weekends, and specialty programs at no cost to families. A Provisional Member in the Association of Hole in the Wall Camps, a global organization founded by Paul Newman in 1988, Camp Korey is located at the historic 817-acre Carnation Farm less than an hour from Seattle. Campers find acceptance and renewed strength through specially designed activities, intensive medical support, and the company of true peers. A 501(c)3 organization, Camp Korey is only able to offer respite to Northwest children and families through the generosity of supporters. Connect with Camp Korey at www.campkorey.org.

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Media Contact: Andrea Courtney
Randall PR / (206) 624-5757