FOSHP Roaring 20's Gala!

The Friends of Somerset Historic Preservation PRESENTS: in partnership with our local Weekend Platinum Sponsor:  _THE FINALE_ to our 2nd annual weekend event series:  ROARING 20'S GALA THE BLUFFS AT SOMERSET PIERCE BEACH (_entrance next to 157 South Street_) Join us as we dine and dance under the stars at SOMERSET’S MOST SCENIC VENUE, atop the historic bluffs that overlook the Taunton River and offer a view all the way to Mount Hope Bay!   MEET SOMERSET’S FOUNDERS! Have you ever wondered what it was like to chat with SOMERSET's founders? What is their story? Who are the key players in SOMERSET's formation? You'll have the chance to meet Patience Brayton who was instrumental in the abolition of slavery, along with Jerathmael Bowers who was the founder of Somerset, and more! Meet and mingle with those that formed our town! They will be greeting guests and mingling for the cocktail hour. You'll get to talk to them about their adventures and hear some stories over a drink. Thanks to MASTERMIND ADVENTURES and the SBRHS DRAMA DEPARTMENT for the production and acting!   FOOD AND DRINK Ticket includes a full buffet meal by LA FRANCE HOSPITALITY & ice cream by SIMCOCK FARMS. Cash bar available. Buffet Dinner to include: Caesar Salad, Rice Pilaf, Grilled Summer Vegetables, Pasta Bolognese, Grilled Cilantro lime Chicken with homemade peach Salsa, Grilled Salmon topped with citrus buerre blanc, coffee, tea and decaf, ice cream.   COSTUMES Come dressed in your best ROARING 20'S, GREAT GATSBY costume! Win PRIZES for the best costume! There is no dress code.    MUSIC Cocktail Hour will feature jazz by the students of Charlene Monte.  Dancing and DJ: music provided by Mark Johnson's DJ Services, Music for All Ages [http://www.djmusicforallages.com]   -------------------------   _Ticket required for entry. 21+ event, no kids please_ _foshp.org for more info_ _Rain or shine._ _Proceeds go to FOSHP in order to preserve historic structures and landmarks in Somerset_ _ _