Bella Sala Event Center to host beer, whiskey tasting fundraiser for anniversary

TIFFIN — Bella Sala Event Center is inviting the public to partake in some tastings for a good cause.

The Tiffin event center, 205 S. Park Rd., will be hosting a free concert at 8 p.m. on Feb. 1 with affordable tastings to support No Foot Too Small, a Coralville nonprofit that supports and raises awareness for families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss.

Tickets for beer and whiskey tastings can be purchased for $5 on Eventbrite. Sign-up is open until Jan. 25.

For the tasting patrons can sample from nine beer and whiskey vendors including Backpocket Brewing and Cedar Ridge Distillery while listening to live music from Ruthless County Band. The party celebrates Bella Sala’s 15th anniversary.

“From thousands of weddings, to sold out concerts, to political campaigns, community fundraisers and so much more, 15 years has flown by! We are incredibly grateful for and humbled by our community and our clients who let us play a role in one of the most important days of their lives,” said Melissa Fontanini, co-owner and manager of the venue. “We look forward to another 15 years and many more memories to cherish.”

Comments: Features reporter Elijah Decious can be reached at (319) 398-8340 or elijah.decious@thegazette.com.