Friends of Penn State Health, Association of Faculty and Friends (AFF) Chapter will host a Wine Dinner Soiree on Saturday, March 2, at the Hershey Country Club, 1000 E. Derry Road, Hershey. The event will raise funds to benefit the Friends of Penn State Health's efforts to support patients, the medical staff, the hospital and local communities.

AFF board president Vera Kolstrom noted that since 1968, the AFF at Penn State Health and Penn State College of Medicine has raised more than $1 million to support the health and well-being of its communities. Projects include patient care enhancements, educating health professionals and research.

The public is invited to attend the black tie-optional dinner event. The ticket price includes a cocktail hour, a silent auction, fine dining, wine pairing and live music throughout the evening. To purchase tickets, visit http://www.pennstatehersheyaff.org or contact the Penn State Health Office of Development at 717-531-5692. Sponsorships are available; contact Kolstrom at vkolstrom@gmail.com for more details.