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UNIQUE FUNDRAISER SEEKS LADIES WISHING TO BE SPIRITED AWAY
Ladies-Only Fundraiser Promises a Bewitchingly Good Time
UPDATE: You may RSVP for the event by clicking here.
Prescott, AZ ~ Embrace the spirit of the fall season and support a great cause by attending "Practically Magic" ~ BOO BASH 2010, a fabulously fun, ladies-only, up-scale, overnight adventure. This delightfully “witchy” affair will again be held at the historic Hassayampa Inn on October 2nd and 3rd.
Proceeds for this annual fundraising event will benefit Michael's Garden, a non-profit program providing vocational training and services for Arizona's special needs adults. Like the BISTÅ Autism Center, Michael's Garden is a division of ACCEL, (Arizona Centers for Comprehensive Education and Life-Skills). Since 1980, ACCEL has provided exceptional educational, behavioral and vocational services on two campuses, to students, ages 5-22, and adults with autism, cognitive, emotional, physical and behavioral challenges from across Arizona.
The exclusive, paranormal evening experience includes a 'Featured Vendor' shopping tour, a ‘Trick or Treat Holiday BOO-tique’, award-winning wines provided by Carlson Creek Vineyard, hosted cocktails, epicurean dinning, silent and live auctions and entertainment. A magical array of optional activities, including spa treatments provided on site by the Fountain of Youth Salon & Day Spa will also be available. Possible ghost sightings are provided at the discretion of "Faith" the "Ghost Bride" in residence!
“We are pleased that Ann Monahan, Director of Operations for H.O.P.E Group, LLC, has agreed to be the Honorary Chairwoman for our event,” remarked Gail Curran, Vice President of Organizational Development. Ann has worked with the Michigan Special Olympics and was Secretary of the ARC in Saginaw, as well as a volunteer for numerous charitable organizations. Currently, she assists the Developmentally Disabled and serves as the Director of Operations for H.O.P.E Group, LLC. Ann’s current professional affiliates include AAPD, Arizona Association of Providers for People with Disabilities, and is also proud to be the President of the Arizona Autism Coalition. Ann is married, has a 7 year old son, and is excited to perform her Honorary Chairwoman duties, as her favorite holiday is Halloween!
The evening’s luckiest Raffle Prize winner will receive a pair of sparkling 1 ct total weight pair of diamond stud earrings, valued at $1,600, donated by Schmitt Jewelers of Phoenix. Another prize, drawn on behalf of those participants who register by September 14, 2010, will be entered into the "Friends' Fly Free" contest to win one event ticket, which will allow the recipient to bring the guest of her choice, for free. Additional contests and surprises will insure an exciting experience for all in attendance.
Carlson Creek Vineyard will feature its celebrated Chardonnay and Sangiovese wines at the evening’s festivities. Located in Wilcox, AZ, Carlson Creek Vineyard is a family owned winery and vineyard, offering handcrafted high-quality wine for the most discriminating palate.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to purchase custom created witch and designer hats, handmade by the clients of Michael's Garden, which encourages and incorporates artistic expression as part of its special needs vocational training program. A complete “Haute' Hats” catalogue is available for viewing at http://www.michaelsgarden.org/news/boo-bash-2010.
If you would like more information about Michael's Garden, or to schedule a tour, please contact Gail Curran, Vice President of Organizational Development at 602.926.7211, or email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .