You're invited to the May Arboretum Society's inaugural Gala in the Garden, a magical evening of fine dining, live music, and celebration in the heart of the Wilbur D. May Arboretum. This special night honors Dr. Edgar F. Kleiner, PhD, whose vision and dedication helped shape the garden into the thriving sanctuary it is today.
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. ๐๐ฅ๐๐ข๐ง๐๐ซ, ๐๐ก๐Founder of the Wilbur D. May Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Dr. Kleiner played a pivotal role in developing this treasured space, which now houses over 4,000 plant species across 23 acres. Storyboards throughout the garden will showcase his incredible contributions to conservation and botany.
๐๐๐ ๐๐จ๐๐ค๐ญ๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ฌย 4 pm to 5:30 pm
ย Exclusive performance by profoundly gifted 8-year-old violinist Juliette Leong
Complimentary signature cocktail and hors d'oeuvres
๐๐ฎ๐๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐จ๐๐ค๐ญ๐๐ข๐ฅ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ข๐ฅ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐งย 5 pm to 6 pm
ย Enjoy a complimentary signature cocktail, no-host bar and light charcuterie while browsing our silent auction items.
ย Stroll the garden and learn about our Honoree, Dr. Edgar F. Kleiner, PhD, while viewing storyboards depicting his life history and how he became involved and helped create this wonderful garden for our community.
ย As you take in the gardenโs beauty, Jeff DePaoliโs soulful melodies will add a touch of magic to the night.
๐๐๐ซ๐๐๐ง ๐๐ข๐ง๐ง๐๐ซย 6:15 pm to 7 pm
A family-style summer feast featuring seasonal delights, including:
ย Tri-tip with house rub and natural jusย House-smoked grilled pork loin with apricot gochujang BBQ glazeย Oven-roasted portobello with sherry shallot vinaigretteย Roasted Russian fingerling potatoes with garlic and fresh herbs
๐๐ฐ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐ฌ๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐งย 7 pm to 8 pm
ย Celebrate the individuals and organizations making a lasting impact on the Arboretum while bidding on exclusive auction items.
Live auction items include:
ย ๐๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐๐ฅ๐๐ง๐: Iceland Fire and Ice Adventure for two with a 5 Night Stay in Reykjavik, Blue Lagoon visit, Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour, and Reykjavik Grand Excursion tour.
ย ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐๐๐ง ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ซ๐๐ฌ: Experience the flavors of Tuscany with a five-night stay for four people at a private residence in Cortona, Italy, including an Olive Oil Mill tour and tastings.
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๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ข๐๐ฆ๐จ๐ง๐๐ฌ ๐จ๐ ๐๐๐ฑ๐ข๐๐จ: Enjoy a seven-night stay at AAA Four Diamond Luxury Mexico Resort in Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Maya, Acapulco or Puerto Peรฑasco for two. Two children under the age of 12 may join free of charge.
๐๐ซ๐ข๐ฏ๐๐ญ๐ ๐๐จ๐ง๐๐๐ซ๐ญ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐๐ก๐ ๐๐๐ง๐จ ๐๐จ๐ฉ๐ฌย 8 pm to 9 pm
ย Experience a breathtaking live performance by The Reno Pops, as their symphonic melodies weave through the garden, creating an unforgettable night under the stars.
๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ฌ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ซ๐ฒ9 pm to 9:15 pm
ย Reflect on the eveningโs magic as we express our gratitude to our honoree, sponsors, and guests. Together, we are ensuring a vibrant future for the Wilbur D. May Arboretum and Botanical Garden.
๐๐ฉ๐จ๐ง๐ฌ๐จ๐ซ๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ฉ ๐จ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐๐ฌ are still available! Help support the May Arboretum Society while gaining visibility for your business.
ย For tickets and sponsorship details, visitย masgala.org