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Plan to “put on the ritz”-

at the Inaugural Founders' Gala.

Inspired by Groveland’s founding year, the evening will feature a curated 1920s theme. The night will honor individuals & businesses celebrating resilience, optimism, and the belief that strong communities are built together.

This spectacular event of fun & good deeds will

immerse you in a night of 1920's fantasy

while supporting our community!

Proceeds benefit

The Neighborhood Center of South Lake.

To learn more, go to tncsl.org

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Formal Cocktail, or Period Attire Requested

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Saturday, October 10, 2026

5:00pm - VIP Cocktail Reception (invite only)

6:00pm - General Admission Entry

Hope International Church

Nathaniel Community Gymnasium
13806 State Road 33, Groveland, FL 34736

Meet Your Master of Ceremonies

Gail Paschall-Brown

Gail Paschall-Brown joined WESH 2 News in 1997.

Previously, Gail worked as a reporter at a station in Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina.
Gail was born in Brooklyn, New York. She attended East Carolina University in Greenville, N.C.

While Gail enjoys meeting a variety of people every day as a reporter, quality time with her kids offers her the biggest thrill. She has two "very smart, loving kids," Jasmine and Joshua.

Gail's proudest professional achievement was when she won the Broadcaster of the Year award, an honor that was voted on by her peers.

Enjoy a delicious plated menu, appetizers, grazing tables, and family-style desserts by Table Top Catering. Click here to view the full menu!

Florida Beef Short Ribs

The Groveland Gilded Plume

Our signature cocktail will be served throughout the night alonside beer, wine, soft drinks, and more

Music

Dance like you're in the 20's with the Southlake High School Jazz Band

Host Committee

Mitchell Hill, Chairman
Keith "Chef" Keogh, City of Groveland
Ashley Wright, City of Groveland
Vicki Keogh, Olive Isle Farms
Justin Allender, FNBMD
Khrystyna McCoy-Tremaine, Hope International
Keith Breedlove
Joe DePergola
Fredrick Wellington, City of Mascotte
Maricarmen Wajda, City of Mascotte

An evening of Fun and Fantasy, inspired by the city with Community Charm, and rooted in Compassion and Purpose.

Proceeds from the Gala will support The Neighborhood Center of South Lake, whose vision is to empower a healthy community. Toward this goal, the Center provides access to nutritious food and provides pathways to stability for our neighbors in need. Every day, the Center serves as a place of dignity, care, and hope—meeting people where they are and walking alongside them as they build stronger futures.

Your support helps ensure that families have food on their tables, children have nourishment during school breaks, and individuals have access to resources that foster long-term stability.
Fun. Fantasy. Community. Charm. Caring. Compassion.