Spectrum for Living, a New Jersey nonprofit dedicated to supporting adults with developmental disabilities, is partnering with Meadowlands brewery Bolero Snort, to host its annual Spectrumfest fundraiser.
Running from 4-8 p.m. on Nov. 9, the fundraising event features Spectrum for Living’s exclusive Bolero Snort beer, with a unique label created by Spectrum for Living artists. These one-of-a-kind cans are available only at the brewery, located at 316 20th St., Carlstadt, New Jersey.
Attendees can also indulge in Bolero Snort’s everyday craft beer and special editions, hard apple ciders and slushies, and a variety of seltzers.
Aside from unique handcrafted beer, the Spectrumfest fundraiser also includes socializing, music, food, and vendors, all while supporting a good cause.
Tickets for individuals older than 20 are $65, while younger than 20 can enter for free. Click here for tickets and more information.
The Vendors
• Forever Welded Jewelry, crafted with precious stones, solid gold, gold-filled, and sterling silver chains. \
Located in Montclair, the company’s permanent jewelry uses a micro-welding technique to create a strong bond in place of a traditional clasp.
Traditional clasps and removable jewelry are also offered.
• Nicky’s Book Nook offers a unique blind date with a book. Customers will discover clues on the cover, but the title will remain a mystery until they unwrap it. Each package also includes a bookmark and a tea bag, creating the perfect reading experience.
• Uncle Bob’s Kettle Corn, based in Hillsdale, New Jersey, is made from four ingredients: corn, oil, sugar and salt.
The company specializes in fundraisers, private parties, special events, farmers’ markets, and other local sales, and comes in 30 flavors.|
• TQ Crafts specializes in handcrafted items, including one-of-a-kind jewelry, blankets, and other decor.
• John & Keenie are providing the musical entertainment.
About Spectrum for Living
Spectrum for Living, 210 Rivervale Rd., Suite 3, River Vale, New Jersey, serves about 800 individuals across its network of 28 locations across the state.
has ensured that funds from ticket sales will go towards continuing to support people with disabilities by providing high-quality facilities and clinical support. This includes the specialized 60-bed Intermediate Care Facility (ICF), where individuals requiring active health monitoring can be cared for. In addition, Spectrum also provides housing options and adult training centers for individuals who can live more independently.
These places offered by Spectrum for Living have various recreation programs for residents and visitors to participate in a broad set of activities and opportunities. Currently, the organization
If you want to look for ways to support Spectrum for Living, visit https://spectrumforliving.org/ for opportunities to volunteer.
About Bolero Snort
Bolero Snort, meanwhile, is a Meadowlands-centered brewery located in Carlstadt. Founded in 2013 and managed as a two-man operation for several years by Bob Olson and Scott Wells, Bolero Snort has expanded to a 13 person team equipped with a 30-Barrel American-Made brewhouse that serves all sorts of crafted beers, ales, and lagers. They also offer various spaces for events and gatherings, which is the opportunity that Spectrum for Living is taking to create this fundraiser.