The Ninth Annual Paula Bailey “Dining in the Dark” benefit is scheduled for Sunday, October 13, 5:30-8:30 p.m., at the University Center Club! This event will raise funds to assist children and adults who are blind and visually impaired. At this unique dinner you will experience food, drink and conversation as you may never have before – without your sight! In pitch black darkness your other senses are stimulated to savor the smell, taste and texture of your dining experience. Conversation becomes more interesting, and ultimately, this experience will expand your understanding of what individuals who are blind experience throughout their lives.
We are thrilled to announce that Senator Bill Montford is serving as out Honorary Host this year! He will welcome you to the reception before dinner with the ever-popular popular basket raffle. The Leon County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team will once again wait on you with their night vision goggles. We have an exciting new menu and tactile ‘tic tac toe’ to play in the dark between courses. After dinner the Paula Bailey “Inspirational Community Member Award” will be presented by Senator Montford.
Tickets to the event or a scholarship are $60 each. Buy a reserved table for eight for $600, or a table for ten for $700. Just send a check payable to the Lighthouse to 3071 Highland Oaks Terrace, Tallahassee, FL 32301. ON-LINE donations are also now accepted: visit our website at http://www.lighthousebigbend.organd click on the link to “Network for Good” to donate by major credit card or PayPal. Make sure under “designation” you type Dining in the Dark and we will mail you your tickets. If you need any other assistance, please feel free to call 942-3658, or email mscalcedo@lighthousebigbend.org. Thank you for your generosity!
