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BY
DAVID
HARTIG
benefits | leisure | culture
Attend
"Circus Spectacular" Gala
NOVEMBER 5 | THE NEW CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
e New Children's Museum is known for its engaging and
interactive galas, and "Circus Spectacular" is shaping up to
be its most creative yet. is year's chairs, Laurie Mitchell,
Jennifer Luce, and Ellen Moxham, along with the volunteer
gala committee, hope to raise $500,000 to support a wide
range of programs that provide access to the museum at little
to no cost. Each year, the museum transforms its multi-level
Rob Quigley-designed contemporary building into a vibrant,
club-like atmosphere, while showcasing its immersive art
and playscapes. Gala guests will have free rein inside the
50,000-square-foot museum and be encouraged to play in
the installations. To build upon the "Greatest Show on Earth"
theme, Island Avenue in front of the museum will serve as the
colorful "big top" with a fair-inspired midway complete with
a Ferris wheel, food, cocktails, engaging games, and booths.
Guests will be dazzled by performances both inside and
outside the museum, including feats of strength and fortune
tellers.
thinkplaycreate.org/circus-spectacular
Laurie Mitchell,
Ellen Moxham, and
Jennifer Luce
ranchandcoast.com @ranchandcoast
RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE AUGUST 2022
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