Published in the May 12, 2016 edition.

WAKEFIELD — Come down and celebrate with friends and neighbors for the event of the year.

On Friday, May 13 at the Sheraton Four Points North, sample a variety of foods from 15 local restaurants at the EPC sponsored “Culinary Event.” The restaurants participating are: Blue Moon Grille, Caryn’s, CnD, Dockside Restaurants, Early Harvest, Harrow’s, House Calls Catering, Kings, Kowloon, Laurie’s 909, Massimo’s, Sakura Fusion, Sonny Noto, The Porch and ZuZu Café.

Dance the night away to the music of DJ John Claffey. The event runs from 6:30 – 11 p.m. Proceeds will help to support the ever-popular Festival Italia on Saturday, Aug. 20 and the Holiday Stroll on Saturday, Dec. 5.

Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at the door. Credit card or cash accepted.