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Grape Expectations flavors Friday, Nov. 13, as the annual fall fundraiser for the Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra. It unfolds from 7 to 10 p.m. at Fox Valley University and Business Center on the campus of Elgin Community College, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin.
 
About 30 red and white wines will be offered for tasting from WineStyles in Lake in the Hills, along with homemade and hand-dipped chocolates from Graham’s Chocolates of Geneva. The chocolate tasting was a new addition last year. The event also features appetizers; silent auction; cash raffle; and musical performances by EYSO ensembles. Silent auction items include sports memorabilia, gift baskets and special events.

It’s been a busy and joyous year for Robert and Beckie Untiedt at Graham’s Fine Chocolates in Geneva and Wheaton.

Not only has the couple seen their 22-year-old business grow more than expected, but they’ve watched one of their daughters marry in June, with the other set to marry in September.

(L) Manager Jodie Schillinger sets out a tray of handmade treats at Graham’s Fine Chocolates in Wheaton. STAFF PHOTO BY STEVE BITTINGER (R) Silvia Leon makes bride and groom hearts Wednesday, June 24, at Graham's Fine Chocolates in Geneva, where all of the chocolate treats are made. STAFF PHOTO BY MARK BUSCH