YWCA’s Fourth Summer Night Social by Peri Hayes Melissa Kempf, Communications Office Manager at YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin, cheerfully presents: “The event for this year’s Summer Night Social has a Canadian-inspired theme, so we encourage guests to wear their red and white or Canadian tuxedo for their chance to win the Best Dressed EH-ward.” Facilitated in the cozy and enchanting setting of Wildflowers Farm, Melissa enthuses, “This is the perfect location for it.” As Melissa proceeds to detail, their Summer Social will entail the following: “We start off the night with live music on our main stage. Last year, we hosted The Sheridan Band and they are returning. After the first set, we invite guests to participate in a variety of nostalgic, outdoor games. We are adding a ‘Feed the Pigs’ Apple Toss -- a twist on a carnival game.” An array of these activities are included in the ticket price.
of their fundraiser, Melissa shares, “Back by popular demand, we close the night with the Live Auction. Additionally, Adam Blair and Dan Stewart will perform during an old-fashioned campfire with a sing-along.” “We will have Salt & Pepper Meals prepare the food for the evening.” Moreover, their grazing bar will feature all Canadian snacks. Speaking of food, Melissa highlights, “Mayor Joe Preston is going to auction off a dinner for six, which he will make as ‘Chef’ in someone’s home.” “We are proud to have MASCO returning as our Legacy Sponsor.” Melissa is pleased to reflect that the YWCA has raised $33,000 toward their programs and services, “Which can’t be matched,” she conveys. “This event is an amazing contribution to our fiscal year. For the community, this is a platform to see the business and how supportive they are in this
Meanwhile, Chicken Poop Bingo and the 50/50 Raffle are guest contributions which directly support the YWCA. Also as part
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