The third annual Rotary Club of Sandpoint’s gala returns Saturday, April 14, 2018, and they have once again selected the East Bonner County Library District to be the Rotary’s partner for their 2018 fundraising event.

The library is the community’s hub of learning and engagement. As the needs of the community changes, the library is adapting to provide the materials, programs and services necessary for a vibrant community. Rotary Club of Sandpoint will donate a portion of proceeds from this event toward outfitting the Teen Lounge/Maker Room inside the expanded Sandpoint Library. The remainder of proceeds will be committed to Rotary community project and youth services.

A Novel Night will be hosted at the Columbia Bank Building and will feature a unique literary theme with guests encouraged to dress or accessorize as their favorite book character. The evening begins with “Literary Libations,” a cocktail hour sponsored by 219 Lounge with specialty drinks like Tequila Mockingbird. Bright Moments Trio will perform during the pre-dinner mixer. Gourmet dinner catered by Tango Café will be served, followed by a dessert auction with treats crafted by local culinary artisans.

A unique, literary-themed centerpiece created by community non-profits and Friends of the Library will adorn each table to be raffled off at the end of the program. Auctioneer Gina Emory will host the live auction featuring unique experiences, art and packages. Dyno Wahl and Pierce Smith of the Sandpoint Rotary Club will entertain everyone as emcees. Guests can peruse wonderful silent auction packages including gift baskets from local nonprofits with themes that tell the story of their organization. The Rotary Club of Sandpoint’s Wine Wall features mystery bottles of wine with a chance to discover a high value bottle. After party at the 219 Lounge featuring local acoustic bluegrass band Molly and the Rift Hangers from 9pm.

Tickets are on sale now at novelnightgala.org through Greater Giving. Rotary is excited to be using Greater Giving to create a seamless check-in and check-out process as well. Individual tickets are $80 with Premier Sponsor Tables for 8 at $1,000 and 10 for $1,250. Ticket sales close on April 10. For questions or more information, contact me directly at marcy@ebonnerlibrary.org or 208-627-5790. You can also find more information about Your Library Transformation at www.ebonnerlibrary.org.