Monday, June 29, 2009

Cool Summer!

Wow...just coming off a stretch of several Summer events. We had five proms in May and June and simultaneously booked five for next summer-including a back to back prom for one of our local high schools!


We're also just on the heels of our annual fundraising auction, Splash! It was a beautiful event, but my favorite piece was the signature cocktail, 'Thyme Splash.' We infused our vodka with fresh thyme for four days and then mixed a combination of fresh grapefruit juice and St. Germaine, and french elderflower liqueur. The drink is garnished with fresh thyme and tastes of lychee, grapefruit, lilac, and just a hint of thyme. It's a beautiful martini for the summer.



The event itself was a smashing success and we piloted a new element: we hosted the after-party here in the Aquarium after sending guests across the street for dinner. So guests began their night here at the Aquarium with drinks and incredible hors 'doeuvres and a silent auction; then they moved to the hotel across the way for a three course dinner and the live auction, then two and half hours later they returned to the Aquarium. In that time we erected a stage set, an extensive lighting package, sound, and a brand new decor/furniture package. Our beautiful space looked like a re-imagined MTV unplugged stage set under the sea. The local rock band, Doxology played while about a 100 people came back to dance and revel after the auction. The whole evening was a smash! Or, should I say Splash!?