(SOLD OUT) Holiday Affair presented by Ion
Get in the holiday spirit with an elegant ball in the Mansion at Holiday Affair presented by ION on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 5 to 10 p.m. Enjoy a welcome glass of champagne, hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar as you mingle during cocktail hour. Dinner will be served by Chef DeAngelo Newson at 6 p.m. and will include complimentary wine, with post-dinner music and dancing to follow. A cash bar will be available.
Black tie optional. See the menu here.*
$110/person (includes wine with dinner). Register here. All sales are final.
Complete your visit with an overnight stay in the Mansion or one of our guesthouses ($95 +tax). View rooms and book online or by calling 217-333-3287.
If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email Christina Calcagno at clc@illinois.edu.
*Vegetarian meals available upon request by contacting Christina Calcagno at clc@illinois.edu.
Consider becoming a sponsor to help support this intimate, elegant evening. In addition to the number of tickets noted below, your sponsorship will include recognition on the table, announcements that evening and tickets to the Holiday Showcase (your choice of Dec. 6-8).
TABLE SPONSOR (8 guests): $2,000
GROUP SPONSOR (4 guests): $1,000
COUPLE SPONSOR (2 guests): $500
Contact Bridget Frerichs at bridgetf@illinois.edu for more information or to make your gift.
THANK YOU TO OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR:
At ION, it’s not just about journeys; it’s about crafting unique and electrifying experiences that redefine the boundaries of travel. Visit the ION website to dive into the exciting world of the innovative company’s diverse family of brands, which turns ordinary trips into extraordinary adventures.
A local example of this mission is the ION Grove Café at Willard Airport in Savoy. ION’s idea is that airports are more than just hubs — they are gateways to new experiences. With that in mind, the ION Grove Café is a welcoming atmosphere where travelers to relax, recharge and discover local ‘flavors’ in a culinary journey through Central Illinois. The Ion Grove Café also sources ingredients from local farms in order to support the local economy.
Technology is at the forefront at the café, from state-of-the-art checkout kiosk to the uses of a coffee robot, with the goal of providing an efficient experience for travelers, whether they need a full meal or just a quick snack.
Find out more about ION and the ION Grove Café here.
