Western Nevada College Foundation’s festive fundraiser to benefit local students seeking higher education — Reach for the Stars — is less than a month away.
The Reach for the Stars Black Tie Gala is set for Saturday evening, Aug. 13. This year, WNC’s newly renovated 55,000-square-foot Joe Dini Library will be transformed into an elegant, Starry Night-themed event venue. This exclusive, black-tie event features a live performance by the Jeff Leep Orchestra and dancing under the “stars” in this gorgeous, venue overlooking Carson City.
WNC Jump Start graduate Morgan Golden, who just completed her freshman year studying aerospace and aeronautical engineering at the University of Washington, is the featured speaker. The enterprising student is part of five student clubs at Washington, including one that built a submarine.
Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a complete dinner hosted by Chef Howard Jachens, gifts, as well as live and silent auctions. Jack C. Davis Observatory Director Dr. Thomas Herring and observatory volunteers will be on hand to share information about the Perseid Meteor Shower and help you stargaze through state-of-the-art telescopes.
You’re invited to connect with other community members and support your community college students at this exclusive, fun-filled event.
All of the excitement begins at 6 p.m.
There are opportunities to sponsor different aspects of the event, including a table, bar, photo booth, entertainment, centerpiece, and more.
Wells Fargo is the event’s presenting sponsor. Additional sponsors of the event are Southwest Gas, JOIN, Greater Nevada Credit Union, Visiting Angels Living Assistance Services, Briggs Electric, Nevada Mining Association, JP Morgan Chase and Company, George and Regent Carol Del Carlo, Classic Finishes, Bradley Electric, Barb D’Anneo, Comstock Inc and America First Credit Union. Event sponsorships are available by calling 775-445-3239.
Purchase tickets by calling WNC Foundation Office at 775-445-3240 or by going to wnc.edu/foundation/reach-for-the-stars/. Seating is limited. Tickets are $175 per person, $300 per couple and $1,500 per table of eight.
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