Celebrate Mardi Gras on the Mountain, Feb. 10—live music, auction + a great cause

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Get ready to throw some beads, hit the dance floor and celebrate a wonderful cause on Saturday, February 10 during Mardi Gras on the Mountain. Read on for why this is the party of the season and how your ticket purchase will benefit Easterseals of the Birmingham Area and the adults and children they serve.

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Mardi Gras on the Mountain in Birmingham—event details

• What: Mardi Gras on the Mountain benefiting Easterseals of the Birmingham Area
• When: Saturday, Feb. 10 | 6-10PM (Cocktail Hour 6PM, Dinner 7PM) 
• Where: The Club (ballroom), 1 Robert S Smith Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
• Cost: Single $150 | Couple $250
  • Can’t attend, but want to support? Purchase the $100 Support ticket
• Tickets

Attend the ball + help Easterseals of the Birmingham Area thrive

Before we fill you in on the fun to be had at this noteworthy event, here’s a quick look at who this event supports—Easterseals of the Birmingham Area. 

This exceptional organization strives to create solutions that change the lives of children, teens and adults with disabilities and special needs. 

It features several programs including:

• Pediatric Therapy Clinic offering speech therapy, occupational therapy + physical therapy
• Teen classes including a summer work program, job readiness + independent living skills
• Adult classes including job readiness skills, job placement services + computer skills training

What to expect at Mardi Gras on the Mountain in Birmingham, Feb. 10

This year’s ball will feature tons of fun from food to entertainment.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Live music from the Michel Jons Band
• 2 auctions—live + silent
• Seated New Orleans-inspired dinner with wine + beer from Cahaba Brewing Company

You can enjoy some delicious hand-crafted drinks, too. Tito’s Handmade Vodka is sponsoring cocktail hour at 6PM, and each Mardi Gras on the Mountain guest will receive two free cocktails. Cheers!

Don’t miss your chance to attend the ball! Get your tickets now to Mardi on the Mountain in Birmingham, Feb. 10. 

Mardi Gras on the Mountain in Birmingham features special auction items

Nothing beats a live and silent auction and Mardi Gras on the Mountain will feature will feature both. From home decor to a trip to a winery, here’s a peek at what’s up for bids during each:

Live Auction:

• A beautiful mink stole from Henig Furs
• A 4-person quail hunting trip with Quail Ridge Wingshooting Preserve
• A California Wine Trip to either Napa or Sonoma—the winner gets to pick!

Silent Auction:

• VIP animal boarding with Birmingham Animal Hospital and Resort
• Fun home decor + table setting pieces from Heezie’s 
• Pottery from The Cook Store (Mountain Brook)

Carrie Pittman Hill Art recently sat in on an Occupational Therapy session with one of Easterseals’ Pediatric Therapy participants. Together, they painted a beautiful art piece that will be featured in the silent auction.

Art is supposed to invoke emotions, and whoever has the winning bid on this inspiring piece will surely get all the feels. 

Bonus activity: Mardi Gras on the Mountain will also feature an exciting raffle sponsored by Thompson Tractor Company. The winner gets to choose a trip visiting New Orleans, Charleston or the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.

What to wear + an insider tip for Mardi Gras on the Mountain, Feb. 10

You can’t have Mardi Gras without a king and queen! Representing the Zyne Family Foundation, Ryan Slovensky is the King of Mardi Gras on the Mountain; Lynden Blake, WBRC First Alert Desk Anchor, is this year’s Queen.

Want to look as fantastic as this royal duo?

The event is black tie optional, and if you don’t have just the right outfit hanging in your closet, we have a great suggestion. 

If you purchase your Mardi Gras on the Mountain outfit at Effie’s in Homewood on January 25 or 26, a portion of the proceeds will fund Easterseals of the Birmingham Area. 

Be sure to mention you’re attending the ball at checkout!

Can’t wait to party the night away? Grab your tickets now to Mardi Gras on the Mountain, Feb. 10, benefiting Easterseales of Birmingham. 

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