City of Lights: Under the Emerald Sky
February 27, 2027 5:00 - 10:00 pm
2075 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota, FL, USA
Welcome,
It is with heartfelt joy that we invite you to experience City of Lights Gala: Under the Emerald Sky, an extraordinary evening of light, wonder, and enchantment featuring an exclusive live performance by the internationally acclaimed Celtic Angels, Saturday, February 27, 2027, at the Circus Arts Conservatory.
Beneath a breathtaking canopy of emerald light, guests will gather for an unforgettable night of celebration and purpose. With their breathtaking voices, electrifying musicianship, and spectacular dance, the Celtic Angels have captivated audiences around the world-and will bring that same extraordinary energy to Under the Emerald Sky.
For more than fifty years, Senior Friendship Centers has been devoted to uplifting the lives of older adults throughout our community. Under the Emerald Sky offers a meaningful opportunity to carry that mission forward while gathering for an evening filled with beauty, friendship, generosity, and joy. Your support helps older adults lead healthier, happier, and more connected lives.
We invite you to become an important part of this exceptional evening by joining us as a Preeminent Partner or Sponsor. Your commitment will help sustain programs serving thousands of older adults while aligning you with a distinguished community of philanthropic individuals, families, and organizations united by a shared commitment to care, dignity, and connection.
Please click below on Review Levels and Purchase, for details about our Partner and Sponsor opportunities and or tickets. You may purchase directly on this website if using a credit card. If you are paying by check, please contact Lynne Anast, 941.556.3269. We kindly request commitments by October 30, 2026, to receive full recognition and benefits-and to inspire others to join you in supporting this mission.
Your presence at City of Lights Gala: Under the Emerald Sky will mean so much to us and to the older adults we serve. Guests will enjoy an exquisite dinner, premium open bar, an exciting live auction, dancing, and spectacular entertainment-all beneath a luminous emerald sky.
We are deeply grateful for your continued support and look forward to celebrating with you Under the Emerald Sky.
With sincere gratitude,
City of Lights Gala Co-Chairs
Dr. Gaby Lodeiro, Missi Miller & Lynne Anast
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TICKETS
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City of Lights Partner
$200000
- Presenting Preeminent Partner
- Category exclusivity
- Three tables for eight with first row premium location, optimal view of the stage, and complimentary champagne
- VIP Celtic Angels prelude
- Press release to local media
- Logo/name displayed prominently on event collateral (webpage, stage screens, ads and social media
- We kindly request your commitment by October 30, 2026, to optimize your visibility.
Emerald Radiance Partner
$100000
- Diamond Preeminent Partner
- Two tables for eight with first row premium location, optimal view of the stage with complimentary champagne
- VIP Celtic Angels prelude
- Press release to local media
- Logo/name displayed prominently on event collateral (webpage, stage screens, ads and social media)
- We kindly request your commitment by October 30, 2026, to optimize your visibility.
Emerald Horizon Partner
$75000
- Platinum Preeminent Partner
- Two tables for eight with first row premium location, optimal view of the stage, and complimentary champagne
- VIP Celtic Angels prelude
- Logo/name displayed prominently on event collateral (webpage, stage screens, ads and social media
- We kindly request your commitment by October 30, 2026, to optimize your visibility.
Golden Lights Partner
$50000
Gold Preeminent Partner
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Table for eight with premium location, optimal view of the stage, and complimentary champagne
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Recognition from the stage, logo/name at table, on social media, website, full-page ad in event program
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VIP Celtic Angels prelude
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Logo/name displayed prominently on event collateral (webpage, stage screen, and in ads)
- We kindly request your commitment by October 30, 2026, to optimize your visibility.
Starlight Partner
$25000
Silver Preeminent Partner
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Table for eight with second row premium location, optimal view of the stage, and complimentary champagne
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Recognition from the stage, logo/name recognition at table, and full-page ad in event program
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Meet & Greet with Celtic Angels
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Logo/name displayed prominently on event collateral (webpage, social media, stage screen, and in ads)
- We kindly request your commitment by October 30, 2026, to optimize your visibility.
Enchanted Canopy Sponsor
$15000
- Table for eight with second row, premium location optimal view of the stage, and complimentary champagne
- Recognition from the stage, logo/name at table and a full-page ad in event program.
- Logo/name displayed prominently on event collateral (webpage, stage screens, ads and social media.
- We kindly request your commitment by October 30, 2026, to optimize your visibility.
Moonlit Garden Sponsor
$10000
- Table for eight and complimentary champagne
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Recognition from the stage, logo/name recognition at table and on Senior Friendship Centers' social media
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Logo/name displayed prominently on event collateral (webpage, stage screen, and in ads)
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Half-page ad in event program
- We kindly request your commitment by October 30, 2026, to optimize your visibility.
The Grove Sponsor
$5000
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Tickets for four seated together with complimentary champagne
- Joined by four guests, an opportunity to make new friends.
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Logo/name recognition at table and on Senior Friendship Centers' social media
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Logo/name displayed prominently on event collateral (webpage, stage screen, and in ads)
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Quarter-page ad in event program
- We kindly request your commitment by October 30, 2026 to optimize your visibility.
Ivy Sponsor
$3500
- Two gala tickets
- Recognition on Senior Friendship Centers' social media
- Logo/name displayed on event collateral (webpage, stage screen, and in ads)
- Name listed in program
- We kindly request your commitment by October 30, 2026 to optimize your visibility.
Fern Sponsor
$1000
- One gala ticket
- Name listed in program and annual report.
- We kindly request your commitment by October 30, 2026 to optimize your visibility.
Friendship Sponsor
$500
- Name listed in program and our annual report.
- We kindly request your commitment by October 30, 2026.
Exclusive VIP Table
$5000
- Table for eight - guaranteed seating together, logo/name on table.
- Complimentary bottle of champagne at the table
- We kindly request your commitment by October 30, 2026.
Duet Gala Tickets
$950
- Two Gala Tickets seated together.
- Available until January 15, 2027, or sold out.
Solo Gala Ticket
$475
- One Gala Event Ticket
- Available through January 15, 2027, until sold out
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2027 City of Lights Gala
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