Sass Magazine and The Community Foundation of Frederick County Present 2nd Annual Wine and Wills

An approachable evening designed to make wills, estate planning and life planning feel clearer, calmer and less intimidating

FREDERICK, Md., Aug. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sass Magazine is teaming up with The Community Foundation of Frederick County for the second annual Wine and Wills, a relaxed, informative evening designed to make estate planning feel more approachable for adults at every stage of life.

The event will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, at The Elk's Haven in downtown Frederick, Maryland. Tickets include admission to the event, an informative group discussion and opportunities for one-on-one conversations with women professionals specializing in estate law, accounting, financial planning, wealth management, banking and charitable giving.

Most people do not wake up excited to talk about wills, estate planning or legal documents, but these conversations can be essential for protecting the people, values and legacy that matter most. Wine and Wills is designed to take the fear and confusion out of life planning by creating a casual, welcoming space where guests can ask questions, gain practical insight and leave feeling more confident about their next steps.

Attendees can expect clear, jargon-free guidance on topics including:

• What a will actually does
• Estate-planning basics every adult should understand
• Documents adults should consider having in place
• Financial and tax considerations that may affect a plan
• Common estate-planning myths
• Ways to protect assets and prepare for the future
• Options for incorporating charitable giving into a lasting legacy

The event will bring together women professionals from across the life-planning process, including estate-planning attorneys, certified public accountants, financial planners, wealth advisors and charitable-giving experts. Together, they will offer insight into how legal documents, taxes, finances, asset management and philanthropic goals can intersect when planning for the future.

Guests will hear from the experts during a group discussion before having opportunities for one-on-one conversations based on their individual questions and planning needs.

Reflecting on the event's purpose, Sass Magazine CEO and Publisher Kim Dow emphasizes that creating an uplifting and supportive environment is exactly the goal.

"Sass is about celebrating women in every stage of life — and that includes helping them plan for what comes next. Wine and Wills is a little different from our usual events, but it taps into something we're deeply passionate about — empowering women with the knowledge and confidence to take charge of their future."

The Community Foundation of Frederick County shares that vision. As President and CEO Elizabeth Y. "Betsy" Day explains, "You don't need to have a large estate to make an impact. Even a modest plan can reflect your values and ensure the resources you have are directed with intention."

Wine and Wills is open to anyone who keeps meaning to make a will, feels overwhelmed by legal or financial language, wants to better understand life planning or is curious about protecting their future and legacy. Guests may attend solo, with a friend or with a partner.

Event Details
Sass Magazine Presents: Wine and Wills with The Community Foundation of Frederick County
When: Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Elk's Haven, 340 E. Patrick St. #104, Frederick, MD 21701
Cost: $35

Tickets: https://sassmagazine.com/event/wine-and-wills-with-the-community-foundation-of-frederick-county/

A cash/card bar will be available on site. Tickets are nonrefundable. Space is limited, and early registration is encouraged.

Event sponsorship opportunities may be available. Businesses interested in getting in front of the Sass community through event sponsorship may contact [email protected] for more information.

About Sass Magazine
Sass Magazine is a women's lifestyle publication headquartered in Frederick, Maryland, highlighting bold stories, career inspiration and real-life community connections. Over the past decade, Sass has elevated women's voices across business, fashion, wellness and everyday life through a strong local lens and an unapologetically confident tone.

A digital version of the current issue is available at SassMagazine.com/currentissue. Sass Magazine is also available through mailed print subscriptions via Patreon at Patreon.com/SassMagazine, where subscribers receive each issue delivered to their door along with perks such as discounted event tickets, VIP invitations and additional exclusive content and resources.

About The Community Foundation of Frederick County
The Community Foundation of Frederick County is dedicated to connecting people who care with causes that matter, helping ensure charitable giving has a lasting, positive impact on the community.

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