MAGURA CULTURAL CENTER
ANNUAL SPRING GALA 2024
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ANNUAL SPRING GALA 2024 •
Dear Friends,
Let’s welcome the season of new beginnings with our
SECOND ANNUAL SPRING GALA EVENT!
We invite you to be our guest on this memorable Earth Day, as we honor our wonderful
Bulgarian- American community!
SPRING GALA 2024
April 20th at 7pm
Meridian Banquets
Rolling Meadows
Join The Magura Cultural Center (aka) Bulgarian American Heritage Center & Library for its annual spring benefit, dedicated to Bulgarian art and culture.This is a dual-language event, suitable for all.
Magura Cultural Center was established in 2015 as a collective art space providing a safe and creative environment for the Bulgarian American community to connect with its heritage and the local community in the Chicago land.
Our mission is centered around supporting artists in connecting them with wider audience, providing a venue for their career and professional advancement; and gathering the community through artistic and diverse cultural experiences by building a sense of belonging and shared identity.
Magura has always been a focal point of a rich cultural exchange between our European homeland, Bulgaria, and our adopted county and home of our children, the United States Of America.
FUNDRAISING EVENT
We invite you to partner with us supporting our mission of building a thriving community in respects to cultural diversity and support for local artists.
Proceeds from this event will help fund all future community-building events year round, hosted by Magura Cultural Center.
• Ongoing Classes and Programs
• Organizing Art Events and Book Fairs
• Serve the Biggest Bulgarian Library in USA
• Support MAGURA Cinema Program
• Enrich Rose Valley Theatre Group Performances
• Help with Operational Expenses In Support Of Our Partners - Bulgarian Language School John Atanassov and Club Spartak
If you are unable to attend this year’s Gala, but would still like to show your support, please click below. All donations are fully tax deductible. We appreciate your support!
More >>> www.magurabcs.com/mission
PROGRAM AND MENU
This is an unforgettable evening of art and music dedicated to celebrating Bulgarian American Community in Chicago. Guests will enjoy a lavish cocktail reception, fine dining, live performances created exclusively for the event, dancing and lively conversations, as supporters gather to honor those who are helping the people and community thrive.
Guests will enjoy a beautifully decorated ballroom with an elegant feel and enchanting music.
• Themed greeters
• 360 Photo booth and red carpet photo/op
• All-inclusive event with gourmet plated 4-course dinner
• Four hour premium open bar
• Red and white wine throughout the dinner
• An hour of entertaining & live performances
• Designated singles tables
• Best dance couple contest
• Silent auction
• 50/50 Raffle Drawing, CASH PRIZE, $20 per ticket
DRESS TO IMPRESS
Lights! Camera! Action! Get ready for a red carpet moment and step into the spotlight.
Come mix and mingle alongside fellow supporters and dance the night away at our exclusive Spring Gala. Dress to impress in formal attire with black tie optional.
Adults only /21+
TICKETS COST $150
Choose your table and select your meal preference. Price includes dinner, open bar and entertainment. Space is limited and the tickets will be sold on a first- come, first- serve basis. Your tickets will be held at the event.
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE
Please, contact us at 1.224.800.1538!
APPETIZERS: beef skewers, fried zucchini, stuffed mushrooms, spinach puffs
SOUP AND SALAD
DINNER
Option #1: Scottish salmon fillet with a citrus Chardonnay sauce
Option #2: Athenian chicken with black peppercorn sauce
Opition #3: Vegetarian
Sides: Double baked potato and Julienned vegetables
DESSERT and OPEN BAR
NOTE: A 2.99% credit card service fee will be added at check out to each ticket purchased online. For tax-free payments, please call/text directly our event accounts receivable coordinator at 773.807.3129 or Magura @ 224.800.1538
EVENT SPONSORS
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EVENT SPONSORS •
We would like to thank all of our sponsors for supporting the event. Our sponsorships help to fund the event costs, as well as provide funding to further Magura Cultural Center’s core mission. For sponsorship inquiries or advertising, please email us at maguraculturalcenter@gmail.com or call 1.224.800.1538.
PLATINUM SPONSOR
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SILVER SPONSORS
REAL ESTATE BROKER
DRACHEVA LAW.LLC
AMERICARGO TRANS
