Plans for the Olde South Ball are just getting better and better! We have another exciting update!
Previously we shared the wonderful news that in commemoration of the sesquicentennial we will have on display an original lithograph of the Ordinance of Secession and an 1860 New York Times newspaper highlighting the South Carolina secession.
Our latest news is that for our charity silent auction, Mr. Mort Kunstler has donated an autographed print!! This print is specially autographed for the Olde South Ball as a special memento of this special event. Which print is it? You will just have to come and see! :-) Two other artists have promised special autographed prints as well. As soon as we have them, we will let you know the exciting details. That's not all! We will have other classy, one-of-a-kind items for you to bid on as well. Save your Confederate dollars--you won't want to miss this! :-)
Also, we will have some special one-of-a-kind gifts for purchase at our small bazaar--perhaps some last minute Christmas shopping? :-)
The early-bird discount deadline of November 10 is coming soon! Hurry and register to take advantage of the discount! Register online at: www.oldesouthball or download a registration form and mail your check. (The address, which is on the website, is: Olde South Ball, P.O.Box 1484, Taylors, SC 29687)
Don't forget, your ticket will include a long list of perks--starting with good food--a formal, sit-down supper which includes a special dessert made for the sesquicentennial occasion. Besides the silent auction and special gifts for purchase, we have slated an evening of wonderful music. Live supper music will be provided by the harp duo Joyful Harps ( see www.joyfulharps.com ). Live dance music will be provided by the award-winning Blue Ridge Rounders. Timeless Dance will be our dance callers. Door prizes? Yes! Special table favors? Yes! Free formal photography? Yes! Free dance practice? Yes! As the Second-Annual Olde South Ball, we have grown into the Marriott's elegant grand ballroom. With the lovely surroundings and wonderful music, you are in for a treat!
Following are the pertinent details for your reference. Also, more information is on our website: www.oldesouthball.com (Check here also for photos/videos of last year's ball.)
We hope to see all of you here! :-) Please share this news and invitation with your family and friends!
Holly Sheen
Olde South Ball Committee
When:
Saturday, December 11, 2010, 5:30-11:30 p.m.
Where:
The Greenville Marriott, 1 Parkway East, Greenville, SC 29615.
Cost:
Early bird tickets are $60.00 per person, regular registration is $65 per person.You may register by credit card online at www.oldesouthball.com or you can download a mail-in registration form from the website and send a check.
Single Gentleman Discount
Unattached gentlemen willing to dance with unattached ladies may attend for the discounted price of $45.00. Yes, we're serious. :-)
Lodging
The Greenville Marriott is providing us with a special rate of $89.00 per night, plus tax. Please be sure to tell them you are coming to the Olde South Ball. You may call them at 864-297-0300 to make your reservation.
Attire:
All uniforms are welcome. Period civilian dress or modest modern formalwear (evening dresses for the ladies, suits or tuxes for the guys) are all acceptable attire. Gloves for ladies and gents alike would be in keeping with the 1860s traditions. Don't let your lack of a period costume stop you from coming, however. Ladies, we suggest wearing low-heel shoes for comfortable dancing. Also, try to avoid gowns with a trailing train.
Free Dance Practice
Come to a free dance practice earlier in the day!
When: 11:00-12:30, December 11
Where: FW Symmes Branch Library, 1508 Pelham Road, Greenville SC 29615 (About 5 minutes from the Marriott where the ball is held)
Even if you can't attend the practice, don't worry. As was proper in the 1860s, the dance mistresses will walk everyone through each dance at the ball itself and will call the dances the entire time. You will not be the only beginner! Come and learn--you'll fall in love with the old-fashioned dances!
Free Photography
Yes, we will have a formal sitting for you in all of your finery! :-)
Advertising
We are now accepting ads for the program. You may advertise your business with a business card ad ($10), half page ad ($20) or full-page ad ($30). Or you can place an ancestor-recognition ad for just $5. Rates may increase, so place your ad now!
For more details, check out the program advertising link on our website here:
http://www.oldesouthball.com/advertising.html
Questions?
For more information, please visit http://www.oldesouthball.com or e-mail us at info@oldesouthball.com.
Please invite your family and friends and join us for a magical evening! We look forward to greeting all of you at the Olde South Ball!
www.oldesouthball.com
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