Monday, July 28, 2014

Power of the Purse Fundraiser for St. Alban's

Located just north of Vermont Square Park and nestled beside the Bill Bolton Arena, St. Alban's Boys and Girls Club is central to our vibrant community -- even more so to Seaton Village.
The club is holding a Power of the Purse fundraiser September 17th to create a multi-media room. Here's the scoop:"The space will serve over 500 youth from the Bathurst/Dupont, Jane/Finch, Weston-Mount Dennis and Lawrence Heights communities, proving space for youth to develop skill sets in film and music production, recording, audio-visual technician work and other important professional paths. We want to help develop the young adults of tomorrow by providing a space with eight fully equipped stations including the necessary equipment and software for their projects.
There is a desire for more options to pursue work and educational opportunities in the arts fields and we recognize as an
There is a desire for more options to pursue work and educational opportunities in the arts fields and we recognize as an organization how important this mentorship is for youth and what an important outlet the arts are. We support our youth in following their passions and making positive decisions in an inclusive environment which is why we are so passionate about building this multi-media centre."
The event on Sept. 17th, which is (shockingly) less than two months away:
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On September 17 2014 at 99 Sudbury in downtown Toronto, St. Alban’s Boys and Girls Club is hosting the Power of the Purse fundraiser, from 6pm to 9pm. A silent auction featuring high-end purses and bags as well as gift baskets with other exciting items will be the feature of the night.  Accompanying the auction will be hors d’oeuvres, music, speeches plus access to a full service bar and a fun-filled evening with friends!
Our BIG auction item so far is a set of 2 roundtrip West Jet Tickets to any place  WestJet flies!"

Tickets are $50.00 and include coat check, a swag bag, hors d’oeuvres and one complimentary glass of wine! Highlights of the night will be a live jazz band, keynote speakers, silent auction and cash bar."
You can purchase your tickets online.
Cheers,
Vanessa

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