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he champagne will flow under the stars as the Victory Board presents the 48th Annual Gala “Gatsby in the Garden” benefiting the American Cancer Society on November 11th at six o’clock in the evening. The 2017 co-chairs hope to take you back in time to experience Gatsby’s extravagance for an entertaining party. Gatsby’s infinite hope has inspired us as we hope to inspire you during this evening of raising money to one day find a cure. The affair will take place at The Greenhouse, The Vine’s new event space on St. Simons Island. As guests step through the entrance, terrarium luminaries will help to guide them by candlelight into the garden of The Greenhouse. Each terrarium will be personalized with the names of loved ones and friends whose lives have been affected by cancer. Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails as they amble through the silent auction offering objects and experiences that would impress any of Gatsby’s guests. Some of the items
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they will be bidding on include beautifully crafted jewelry, a selection of local art, and a variety of sporting event packages. Chef Dave Snyder and his team from Halyards are joining Victory Board once again this year to provide a lavish spread of delicious food for the evening. The local fare will include a wide variety to satisfy every individual’s tastes. The Master of Ceremonies, former mayor, Bryan Thompson, will begin the live auction after dinner. A custom-made piece donated by Chadwick’s Jewelers and A Culinary Experience in Sea Island’s Wine Cellar for 10 guests are just two of the items which will entice guests to bid. There will also be a drawing for the very popular wine raffle. After dinner, the evening is not over because the grand finale will include live music and dancing featuring local favorites Mason Waters and the Groove Allstars. So, don your Roaring Twenties best and get ready to dance the Charleston! (continues)
