Celebrating a Successful Winter Benefit for the Hannibal Resource Center!

Our second annual Winter Benefit at The G Lodge was a huge success, despite winter storm warnings, wild winds, and freezing temperatures! Somehow, we managed to DOUBLE our fundraising total from last year, bringing in an impressive $857—and we're still accepting donations online for the next few days. Our goal? To hit $1,000 before we make our final donation, along with the food we collected! If you’d like to help us get there, you can donate via:

Venmo: @Gabriella-Gauger
CashApp: $GabriellaGauger

Huge Thanks to Our Performers:

A heartfelt thank you to Michael Keaney, Oscar Fargnoli, Sweet Degenerates, and Mike Brown for their incredible performances! Special shoutout to Keaney and Mike Brown for donating their time to this cause. Keaney, you went above and beyond—helping set up the night before, staying after to clean up, and even keeping me sane in the process!

Oscar Fargnoli in front of our new Stage Stove

Event Sponsors:

A BIG thank you goes out to Danny, Bill & Toni at Fulton Blue Bowl for donating the use of a handicapped portapotty for us this year and last year!

A massive thank you to Mike Mironti (my partner in this life!) for sponsoring Oscar’s performance and providing a hot chili bar for all through his businesses, Ethical Pest Solutions & Mike’s Country Kitchen. If you’re within 45 minutes of The G Lodge and need pest control, Mike is your guy!

Our Amazing Vendors:

Vendor fees helped cover the cost of Sweet Degenerates, and each vendor donated an item for our silent auction, which significantly boosted our total donations!

Thank you to:

316 Creative – VENDOR MVP!! Mary was the first vendor on the scene and showed up FULL OF JOY! She happily helped get the other vendors in and situated and was a pleasure the entire time. It was our first time working with her and we can’t wait to do it again! Handmade arts, clothing, essential oils, and 3D printed items.
Uniquely Yours by Cori D – Our first Season Pass Vendor! Handmade and personalized crafts, perfect for unique gifts. Find Cori on Facebook
Honey-Badger Homestead – Handmade honey, soaps, balms, and natural apothecary goods. Find them on Facebook
Forest Path Studio – Herbal teas, tinctures, and nature-themed jewelry & decor. Shop on Etsy
Emptynest Lazer Engraving – Customized tumblers, leather engraving, cutting boards, sun catchers, and more. Find them on Facebook
Wendy’s Wacky World of Weird Science – Fun keychains, magnets, bookmarks, coasters, and fidget toys.
Bradt Rd. Maple – Delicious local maple syrup and maple products.
Freedom Blooms Farms – Handmade art & gifts in the winter, fresh flowers in the summer. Follow Bailey on Facebook.
Lorrie's Wreaths and Decor – Beautiful handmade wreaths and seasonal decor. Join her online community.
The Tattoo Bus – Mobile tattoo studio bringing ink on the go! Visit their website

And a special shoutout to Missy's Rings and Things, Off the Hoop Embroidery, and Stephisms—though they couldn't make it, their vendor fees and contributions still played a huge part in making this event a success. (Steph even made our curtains!)

MVP of the Event: Trinity Dzwill

Trinity getting tatted from one of our vendors!

Trinity held down the bake sale, door donations, and G Lodge merch the entire event, working tirelessly to keep everything organized and properly labeled for allergens. Trinity, you’re an absolute rockstar!

The G Lodge Ride or Dies:

Much love to Krystal & Bryan—I don’t know how I ever functioned before meeting you and your incredible family. Thanks to Moo, Kaiden & Niall for bringing smiles and joy! Big thanks to Aunt Dayle, Grandma Jo, Angie, and everyone else who donated baked goods for the sale. Special thanks to Angie Allen and the G Lodge Committee for putting together a cozy raffle basket.

Behind-the-Scenes Heroes:

Bill Allen for plowing the heck out of the driveway
Dave & Frank Mont for installing the wood stove on stage
Ryan LaFave for turning the pavilion into a warm(ish) winter shelter
Todd Simpson for donating the propane tower heaters—lifesavers!
SJ & Mike Beck for making the trip from Buffalo just to help out
Reena for holding it down inside the Lodge, keeping things tidy
Sadie May for bringing baby Cillian to brighten our day, even if only momentarily
Every single person who attended, donated, shared posts, or sent in a Venmo donation

We had a truly incredible day, and I am beyond impressed with the way this community showed up despite the challenging weather. I know I’m probably forgetting some folks, but please know that I appreciate each and every one of you! THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!