Rebound gala features ‘fire and ice’

Journal Staff Anyone looking escape winter might want to check out Rebound’s Hearts for Youth Gala.

Journal Staff

Anyone looking escape winter might want to check out Rebound’s Hearts for Youth Gala.

The annual event is the youth-serving agency’s main fundraiser and features live and silent auctions, five-course dinner at the Dante Club, music, dancing and stirring testimonials from youth.

And it comes at a time when people are looking to escape the winter doldrums, says Rebound board member Warren Kennedy.

“It’s an excellent opportunity to celebrate with friends for a great cause. And what better cause than our children?”

The agency has a proven record of helping youth and parents navigate through the challenges of adolescence, Kennedy says, noting Rebound is nationally and provincially recognized for its work.

The 16th annual gala features a “fire and ice” theme, with Brian Davis Jewellery providing the sparkle, courtesy of a $1,000 diamond going to some lucky attendee.

A live auction features various packages, including a vacation to a secluded Caribbean island, trip to Puerto Vallarta, fine dining tour of Sarnia eateries and a local chef to cater a dinner party.

All money raised supports Rebound programs for youth, with offices in Sarnia, Petrolia and Forest.

Tickets, $85, with a $35 tax receipt, are available at any Scotiabank branch or by calling 519-344-2841.