Riot at New Sarum: Fundraiser draws crowd, excitement
Published 12:10 am Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Guests at the Riot at New Sarum fundraiser event for Bread Riot fill out raffle tickets. - Chandler Inions
Visitors at Riot at New Sarum peruse the silent auction offerings on Saturday. - Chandler Inions
Two young musketeers battle with balloon swords at Riot at New Sarum on Saturday while Hay You creates another air-filled saber. - Chandler Inions
Riot at New Sarum was a fun event for guests of all ages. - Chandler Inions
Bread Riot Secretary Brian Pfaff, left, and board member Andrew Pitner accompanied by their four-legged friend. - Chandler Inions
SALISBURY — The Bread Riot hosted its annual Riot at New Sarum fundraiser on Saturday and the afternoon did not disappoint.
“We have a yearly event that is our big one,” Bread Riot Board Secretary Brian Pfaff said. “This event is our big one for the year. We use this money to go to our local farmer’s, purchase their food and then we re-distribute to local areas in need.”
Bread Riot’s mission is to link farms to tables by supporting local small farmers and providing access to locally produced foods throughout the community.
The organization provides locally grown foods to all people, including those who might not have access; provides support to local farmers to expand their production and reach; and provides educational opportunities to enhance understanding of local food options.
“This money will go more into the general fund (to support that mission),” Pfaff said.
Pfaff had been involved in some capacity dating back a few years, but joined the board in 2021. In the past, the event has been Riot at the Pasture (Correll Farms) or Riot at the Vineyard (Morgan Ridge).
The events are an opportunity to raise money while giving locals the chance to get together for an entertaining evening.
“We let CJ (Sunshine) work his magic on things,” board member Andrew Pitner said of the musical lineup at New Sarum. “The people on the board have their special skill sets and we let them do that.”
Pfaff commended the downtown Salisbury brewery for its commitment to support local movements and organizations.
“New Sarum is constantly brewing local brews, using local products,” Pfaff said. “Pete the Farmer (a beer type) is a great example of that. It’s a saison made with East Rowan cantaloupe.”
Live music was performed throughout the event. Persimmon Jam kicked off the entertainment with original music for kids and families at 4 p.m., followed by featured acts CJ Sunshine, Landon Byrd and David Gillespie. The Headlining band Divided by 4 took the stage at 8 p.m. and rocked the crowed until 10 p.m.
Bread Riot held a silent auction of original art, event tickets and themed gift baskets, all donated by community members and local businesses, as well as a 50/50 cash raffle.
Proceeds will help Bread Riot purchase fresh produce from local farmers and provide food aid through partners like the Rowan-Salisbury School System, furthering Bread Riot’s mission to link farms to tables throughout the community.
