Jason Crosby, bar manager at The Junction, was recently diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer, and he is no longer able to work. He and his wife have a 4-year-old daughter, and they're expecting their second child in May.
Tanya Triber, who co-owns The Junction with her husband, Charles, describes Crosby as “a dear, dear person, someone who not only can mix an amazing and beautiful drink, but can always make you smile.”
UPDATE: To make an online donation to the Crosby family through GoFundMe, click here.
On Wednesday, March 13, The Junction will host a three-course, prix-fixe dinner to raise money for Crosby and his family. The Chop Shop has donated pork for the event (although vegetarian options are available), and Blue Door Bakery will provide the desserts.
A silent auction with prizes donated by wine distributors, artists, The Blind Pig Supper Club and others will take place in the turquoise studio space adjacent to the restaurant.
Dinner reservations are available for $35 per person (not including tax, beverages and tip) from 5:30 until 10 p.m. by calling 225-3497. The silent auction runs from 5 to 10 p.m.
From Monday, March 11, until Sunday, March 17, many Asheville bartenders will donate their tips to Jason and his family. Look below for a list of participating bartenders.
On Tuesday, March 12, a representative from Cointreau will buy provide complementary Cointreau and Remy Martin cocktails at Storm Rhum Bar and Bistro in hopes of generating additional tips for donation.
Monday, March 11
Melissa Terrezza
2 - 7 p.m.
5 Walnut Wine Bar
Kendall Cramer
5 - 10 p.m.
Double Crown
Tuesday, March 12
Kala Brooks
4 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Storm Rhum Bar
Wednesday, March 13
Michelle Kaczmarcik
8:30 p.m. - close
Rankin Vault Cocktail Lounge
Malcolm Knighten
4:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.
The Imperial Life
Connie Coady
5:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Table
Brooke German
1p.m. - midnight
5 Walnut Wine Bar
Kyle Beach
5 p.m. - midnight
MG Road
Palmer Fox
5 – 9 p.m.
Chestnut
Thursday, March 14
Charlie Hodge
5 – 9 p.m.
Chestnut
Michalyn Foy
2 – 6 p.m.
5 Walnut Wine Bar
Chris Bower
5 – 10 p.m.
Double Crown
Jesse Ratliffe
4:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.
The Imperial Life
Friday, March 15
Donnie Pratt
5 – 11:30 p.m.
Cucina 24
Evan Smith
5 – 9:30 p.m.
Corner Kitchen
Abbey Nicholas
5 – 10 p.m.
The Admiral
Saturday, March 16
Jasper Adams
4:30 p.m. - 2 a.m.
The Imperial Life
Cynthia Turner
4:30 p.m. - 2 a.m.
The Imperial Life
Sunday, March 17
Jonathan Ammons
5 p.m. - midnight
MG Road
Rob Mueller
10 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Double Crown
Ken Klehm
5 – 11 p.m.
Burgermeister's
Kim Roney
5 p.m. - 2 a.m.
DeSoto Lounge
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Hope for the future. This 15 yr old developed a test for pancreatic cancer that costs 3 cents; it provides for early detection.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9yuAhusVts&feature=youtu.be
Published on Jan 15, 2013
Jack is a fifteen year old freshman in high school. He developed a paper sensor that could detect pancreatic, ovarian and lung cancer in five minutes for as little as 3 cents. He conducted his research at John Hopkins University. This research could change the face of cancer and promote early detection. He has been selected as the Intel 2012 ISEF winner and has won awards at multiple national and international math competitions. Jack is on the national junior whitewater kayaking team and enjoys playing with his dog and folding origami.
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By KT
03/05/2013
Thank you for sharing this TEDx video. Really wonderful.
By Amy
03/06/2013
Thirsty Monk will be donating all tips on Tuesday to the cause. We will also have donation boxes out at both locations during the whole week.
By The Thirsty Monk
03/08/2013
Tuesday March 12th
Hannah Briggs
Pomodoros East
Thurs March 14th
Rachel John
430-930
Pomodoros East
By Rachel John
03/11/2013
To Thirsty Monk and the ladies of Pomodoros East; thank you for participating! I will be running by there to pick up your donations to get them to Jason. Can't wait to meet you and thank you in person.
Cynthia Turner
By Cynthia Turner
03/14/2013