Tickets are on sale for the ‘Artful Night Under the Stars’ Gala to be held on Saturday, April 27th, 2013 from 7pm to 10pm.

This second annual art auction gala will take place at V Seagrove, and it’s sure to be a who’s who of South Walton again this year. Of course, while sipping wine on 30A with a view of the gulf is always fun and fabulous, this posh fundraiser has a real star: the art auction in which more than 10 local artists donate work, with the proceeds benefiting early childhood education efforts at The Tree House Episcopal Montessori School.

“At first we thought we would try to pass on doing this event again, but after such a wonderful event last year, community members and art lovers were begging for a repeat,” said Maureen Paine, the founding director of The Tree House Episcopal Montessori School. “I think this gala is so special largely in part to our amazing parents who have endless creativity and the local businesses who continually support local educational causes. And, of course, the amazing auction items don’t hurt either.”

The highlight of Artful Night Under the Stars gala will be the more than 25 pieces of art created by the ever generous local artists and artisans in the 30A community including: Amundson Images, Anne Hall Designs, Arlene Newsome, Belinda Parsons, Blessings in Disguise, Candace Price, Chastane, Gordie Hinds, J Conley Images, Jane + Steve Thomas, Jane Whaley, Jonesy Works, Justin Gaffrey, Kim Pall, Kyleigh M. Reynolds, Kyrce Culbertson, Mary Hong, Maxine Orange, Miffie Hollyday + Rich DeAngelis, Peggy Jones, Susan Lucas, Steve Wagner, and 30 Alphabet.

Other auction items include restaurant and shop gift certificates, fine wines, home décor, massage and spa packages, photography sessions, legal services, medical services, jewelry, unique dining experiences, and fabulous vacation homes in fun and exotic locales. $10 raffle tickets with a few surprise giveaways will be available for purchase during the event or for an upgraded ticket price, the VIP level ticket includes three raffle tickets. (There is also rumor that the popular 30A-opoly property trading game created by The Tree House parents will be generously bestowed upon numerous attendees.)

Appetizers will be prepared by V Seagrove, along with adult beverages, and delectable desserts will be provided by Sweet Henrietta’s Treats. Table flower arrangements will be generously created by masterful Santa Rosa Beach florist Tim Ryan of Botaniq, and Grayton Beer plans to provide pale and dark ale for frosty mug lovers. For entertainment, Alabama-based Martha’s Trouble will serenade the gala.

This event sold out last year, so don’t wait — Purchase your tickets online now at www.30A-opoly.com.