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You are a professional global journalist.
Write a complete original news article from the information below.
NEWS INFO:
CINCINNATI — Wine enthusiasts from across the region are expected to gather in downtown Cincinnati this weekend as the Cincinnati International Wine Festival celebrates its 35th anniversary.
For the first time, the event will be held inside the newly renovated First Financial Center, bringing hundreds of wines and a variety of activities to the city’s downtown core.
Organizers say the festival will feature more than 700 wines from around the world, along with a photo booth, interactive challenges and tasting experiences for attendees.
The event also serves as a major fundraiser for local charities. Since its founding, the Cincinnati International Wine Festival has raised more than $8 million for nonprofit organizations in the region.
Sarah Gagnon, executive director of the festival, said the organization works closely with participating nonprofits to ensure funds have a meaningful community impact.
“We asked them a ton of questions as part of their grant application and learned that those funds impact 1.1 million Cincinnatians,” Gagnon said.
Organizers say the event is designed to be welcoming for both wine enthusiasts and newcomers.
“We hand you a glass and encourage you to find something you love,” Gagnon said. “Bring a friend. Try something you’ve never had before and just enjoy the day.”
The festival runs March 6–7. Tickets and additional information are available on the event’s website.
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– No “according to reports”
– Clear professional tone
– 600–900 words
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