Gala Enters New Era

Mar 21, 2019 | 4:13 PM

Organizers of the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation’s 23rd annual Hospital Gala say it will be an event like Vernon has never seen before.

The fundraiser at the Vernon Lodge May 11th will feature a gourmet dinner, live and silent auctions, and entertainment.

“Smooth Operations 2019 Hospital Gala, presented by Subway Vernon, is the first of a new era in the VJH Foundation gala history,” says a foundation news release. “This stunning and elegant black-tie event will transform the Vernon Lodge and Conference Centre like Vernon has never seen before.”

The event will raise funds to support the campaign to increase the number of surgeries at VJH.

“For the first time at an event in Vernon, there will be a VIP room offering an exclusive experience for VIP ticket holders,” says the release. “The VIP room is presented by Bannister GM. Very limited VIP tables available.”

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“We are thrilled to be hosting the Hospital Gala this year and are excited for all the things we have in store for our guests,” says Kevin Arbuckle, President of the Hospital Foundation. “Thank you to all of our sponsors for supporting the gala, including our title sponsor, Subway Vernon, and our VIP room sponsor, Bannister GM.”

Organizers say the event is already 20% sold out.

“Don’t miss your chance to get the best ticket in town! Visit our website to get yours today www.vjhfoundation.org. Tickets are $125 per ticket or a table of 10 for $1,250. A VIP table of 8 is $1,400.”

Any businesses wanting to find out more about supporting the Gala, such as with auction items, can contact Ute Cummings for more details. ute.cummings@interiorhealth.ca or 250-558-1362.

by Corey Fischer