March 12, 2025
Upcoming Fundraiser to Support Whispering Oaks Winery Owners After Devastating Fire
By Gina Horan
Upcoming Fundraiser to Support Whispering Oaks Winery Owners After Devastating Fire
A tragic fire recently destroyed the home of Whispering Oaks Winery owners Daryl and Erinn Siemer, taking with it all of their possessions. While nothing can replace a lifetime of memories, the musical community is coming together to support the family behind Whispering Oaks, a venue that has become a beloved local landmark for live music, great food, and exceptional wine.
Despite their loss, Daryl, Erinn, and their family continue to show resilience, keeping Whispering Oaks a hub for entertainment and connection. Please help give back to this family.
Fundraiser to Support the Siemer Family
When: Saturday, March 22
What: Event starts at 2PM/Live music begins at 3PM
Where: Whispering Oaks Winery
Local musicians and production teams are donating their time and talent to put on a full day of live entertainment—all to support the Siemer family. Enjoy incredible performances, camaraderie, and, of course, fantastic wine and food, all while contributing to a meaningful cause. **Line-up to be announced closer to the event.
Ways to Show Your Support
- VIP Tickets – $35 (Includes premium reserved seating upfront)
- General Admission – $20
- Donation Gift Tickets:
- Bronze Ticket – $50
- Silver Ticket – $75
- Gold Ticket – $100
(Donation tickets include general admission seating.)
Every dollar raised will go directly to the Siemer family, so please come be part of this powerful day of love, music, and community support.
For tickets and information, contact Maremil Music Productions at 360-878-3474.
Get your tickets:
https://maremilmusic.ticketspice.com/support-the-winery
Gina moved to Central Florida in August 2021 from the San Francisco Bay Area. She has a degree in linguistics and worked as a fashion editor, photo stylist lifestyle columnist and food writer for the Knight Ridder Newspaper Group. She also covered and photographed music festivals, fashion shows and sports throughout Northern California. In 2000, she joined KSAN radio as a morning show co-host and produced the news and sports content there for four years. She later covered travel, events and the restaurant scene for KRON-Bay TV. A veteran bartender, Gina has worked in hospitality on and off since high school. She has been with Akers Media since 2022 and hosts the Healthy Living Central Florida podcast. Her passions include travel, road trips, baseball, history books and podcasts, tasting menus and arriving in a new city without a map or guidebook.
