Event to feature local distilleries, pit masters and musical performances; proceeds support access to not-for-profit hospice
ALPENA, Mich. (Aug. 15, 2024) – There’s still time to purchase tickets for Hospice of Michigan’s Barley, BBQ & Beats fundraising event in Alpena. The event will take place from 6 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 4 at The Aplex and will feature an assortment of hand-crafted cocktails (and mocktails) courtesy of local distilleries, delicious barbecue catered in from local pit masters and restaurants, and live musical performances – all to support access to not-for-profit hospice care.
The Alpena event will feature musical performances by High Speed, and Tim Jones & The Honky Tonk Hippies.
Barley, BBQ & Beats has grown every year since its inaugural event in Grand Rapids in 2016, expanding to Detroit in 2018. In fall 2024, the fundraiser will also be in Ann Arbor from 5 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 5 at Revel Run, and Traverse City from 5 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19 at Jacob’s Farm.
Tickets for all Barley, BBQ & Beats events are on sale now, and can be purchased for $65 in advance at hom.org/bbb or at the door of each event for $75. Ticket holders will be provided tokens at check-in valid for three servings of BBQ and three hand-crafted cocktails. Extra tokens will be available for purchase. Alternative samplings will be available if guests have dietary restrictions.
All those who donate during the Alpena event will have the opportunity to double their generosity thanks to the Steve & Amy Van Andel Foundation. The “Make it a Double” Matching Gift will match all event donations up to $25,000. Proceeds from Barley, BBQ & Beats support Hospice of Michigan’s Open Access Program, which helps ensure end-of-life care to all, regardless of age, diagnosis or financial circumstances.
“Barley, BBQ & Beats in Alpena is going to have everything you need to have fun. While local food, drink and music draw people in, this event makes a big impact for patients and families in the Alpena community,” said Melissa McDonald-Reed, philanthropy manager for Hospice of Michigan. “Don’t miss out! Last year, these events sold out fast, so we encourage community members to purchase their tickets early.”
Barley, BBQ & Beats guests are encouraged to pay tribute to a deceased loved one by posting a photo or sharing a memory at the event.
Statewide Barley, BBQ & Beats sponsors include CareLinc Medical Equipment, Fifth Third Bank, Hansen/Balk Steel Treating Company, Miller Welding Supply & Industrial Gases and Pioneer Construction.
For tickets and more information, visit hom.org/bbb. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Kim Streich at kstreich@hom.org.
About Hospice of Michigan
A nationally recognized leader in end-of-life care, Hospice of Michigan (HOM) is the original – and largest – hospice in the state. A founding member of the NorthStar Care Community, the not-for-profit delivers the highest quality of care, raising more than $5 million each year to cover costs for the uninsured and underinsured. HOM offers a broad range of services to enhance the quality of life at the end of life. HOM also provides grief support and counseling, as well as caregiver education and support. A member of the NorthStar Care Community, HOM also provides palliative care through NorthStar Palliative Care, pediatric hospice care and compassionate support services through Jo Elyn Nyman Anchors Programs for Children, and education programs for physicians and health care professionals through the NorthStar Institute. The NorthStar Care Community also includes Arbor Hospice. In total, NorthStar Care Community members serve more than 6,100 patients annually across Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. For more information, call 888-247-5701 or visit www.hom.org.