The Wildlands Conservancy will be hosting the Lehigh Valley’s premier eco-friendly event – the Green Gala - on November 21 at Brookside Country Club, Macungie, Pa.

Each year, over 250 supporters attend the event which consists of both silent and live auctions. Proceeds benefit Wildlands Conservancy’s land preservation, river restoration, trail development, environmental education and recreational programs.

This year’s event will kick-off a landmark anniversary for the organization which will be celebrating 35 years making a positive impact on the environmental health of the Lehigh Valley region

“In 35 years we have completed significant environmental protection projects and have become the preeminent environmental organization in the region,” says president Christopher Kocher, “This event allows us to raise the funds necessary to meet the growing demands of the community and make the Lehigh Valley a better place to work, live and play.”

The evening will start at 6 p.m. with a silent auction while guests enjoy cocktails and hors d’oevures. Featured themes of the silent auction are “The Great Outdoors,” “Holiday,” “35th Anniversary Celebration,” and “Go Green!” Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. followed by a live auction.

Welsey Barrett of Wesley Works will provide entertainment during the reception and will be the master of ceremonies. Wildlands Conservancy president, Christopher Kocher, will present the Charles H. Nehf, Sr. Conservation Leadership Award during the evening.

Tickets for the Green Gala are $135.00 per person. RSVP deadline is Friday, November 7, 2008. Sponsorship opportunities are available.

For more information on Wildlands Conservancy’s Green Gala, please contact Elizabeth McKinney, development manger, at 610-965-4397, ext. 26 or email to emckinney@wildlandspa.org .

Link: Look at the Wildlands Conservancy’s Fall Education Programs Calendar

9/19/2008