Press Release

January 15, 2004

For Immediate Release

Contact:
Peggy Miars
Communications Director
(831) 423-2263, ext. 12
peggy@ccof.org

Organic Beer & Wine Tasting to Benefit California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF)

Santa Cruz, CA. January 15, 2004 - Looking for a way to enjoy unique antiques and gifts while supporting organic agriculture at the same time? Look no further than the Antique Faire in the Park. The popular event will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, in the Hall of Flowers in Golden Gate Park (9th Avenue and Lincoln Way) in San Francisco.

Supporters can enjoy the organic wine and beer garden with all proceeds benefiting CCOF. And, they'll take home a souvenir CCOF glass to commemorate the occasion.

Live music, festive games, delicious food, and balloons for the kids will make it a fun-filled day for the entire family. Admission is $3 per person; children 12 and under are free. Early birds can start shopping at 9:00 for $8. Call (415) 465-2475 for additional information about the Antique Faire in the Park, including the organic wine and beer garden.

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CCOF, a nonprofit organization, was founded in 1973 and is one of the nation's largest and oldest third-party organic certifying agencies. CCOF's purpose is to promote and support organic agriculture in California and elsewhere through:

A premier organic certification program for growers, processors, handlers, and retailers.

Programs to increase awareness of and demand for certified organic product and to expand public support for organic agriculture.

Advocacy for governmental policies that protect and encourage organic agriculture.