Rise Open House is a Crowdpleaser

What do you think was most popular at the Rise Open House on 12.5.2014?

a. The fantastically brilliant colors the new office space boasted.

b. The warm and friendly greeting guests received from the staff.

c. The awe inspiring before and after photos of the work Rise has done in revitalization.

d. The spectacular toasted ravioli.

e. Schnickelfritz.

If your answer was “e.”, you are correct! Schnickelfritz bottled beer from Urban Chestnut Brewing Company was at the top of the list.

Although the brew was sublime, so were the people that attended the open house/gallery opening.  A very diverse crowd  was in attendance ranging from Bankers to Builders, to Abstract Expressionists and Architects.  There were some very interesting conversations and social interaction was constant right up to 9 PM.  It was our opportunity to show off our new office space and to share an event with our next door neighbors, the Des Lee Gallery.  It was wonderful to see so many people who the understand the importance of revitalization in our community.  We would like to send out a heartfelt thanks to everyone who made it to the party, especially on such a rainy night!

Happy Holiday’s from Rise and please visit us anytime.