21st Annual Chinese New Year Celebration
The World Affairs Council of St. Louis is excited to announce its 21st annual Chinese New Year Celebration; the council’s only fundraiser. The event will be held from 6-10 p.m. on Friday, February 17, 2011, at the St Louis Ritz Carlton. Event proceeds underwrite the council’s free international and cultural programs for students and people of all ages. For the council to achieve its community outreach goals, we need to secure at least 25 sponsored tables. We know from repeat guests that once you attend, you’ll want to come again because the celebration is an exceptionally bright spot at a time when St. Louis weather can be drab and dull.
Three categories of table sponsorship are available (each table seats 8 people):
Platinum – $2750
Gold – $2,200
Silver – $1,650
(Note: All but $600 of each table sponsorship is tax-deductible)
Individual tickets are $137.50 each ($62.50 of which is tax deductible)
The special evening features a cocktail hour, a seven-course Chinese banquet with wine, Chinese entertainment, a raffle, and both a silent and an oral auction of exceptional items.
We also welcome your contributions for the raffle and auctions. Examples of items that sell well include tickets for sports and cultural events, dinners, the weekend use of a cabin, or other vacation spot, golf outings, gift certificates, and food/liquor gift baskets.
2012 is the “Year of the Dragon”; the Dragon being the fifth sign of the Chinese Zodiac, which consists of 12 animal signs. “The Dragon is a creature of myth and legend. In ancient China, the celestial Dragon represents an emperor and power. Today, it is the ultimate auspicious symbol signifying success and happiness. May the celestial Dragon bring great good luck to every one.”
100 Carondelet Plaza
St. Louis, MO 63105
Time: 6:00-10:00 PM
Business or Chinese attire
To book a table, please contact Bob Fischer or Jessica Bellomo at (314) 727-9988 or at rfischer@wac-stl.org. Or look out for our online registration option closer to the date of the event.