'Evening Under the Stars' is the AIDS Assistance Program's cornerstone annual gala fundraiser that yearly generates a major portion of the operating budget for our Food Voucher Program for low-income men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS here in the Coachella Valley. Our past year's galas have accounted for over half of our food voucher expenses each year. 2008's gala will be the15th year for gala fundraising event, which the local Desert Sun newspaper has called "The Jewel of the Desert's fundraising Season".

Past Performers: In the past 14 years 'Evening Under the Stars' has featured the talents of Nell Carter, Tyne Daly, Melissa Manchester, Jane Oliver, Lorna Luft, Susanne Sommers, Bea Arthur and our 10th anniversary spectacular highlight Barry Manilow and his orchestra. Ms. Nancy Wilson headlined our 2004 gala with the Las Vegas Rat Pack & the Dry Martini Orchestra as our opening. 2005 showcased the legendary talents of Ms. Lily Tomlin, 2006 saw a return of Barry Manilow with his new Las Vegas Review, and 2007 showcased the legendary talents of Mary Wilson of the Supremes.

2008 Performer: We are proud, pleased and privileged to present PINK MARTINI.

Location: 2008's black/pink tie optional gala is held under the stars at the foot of the San Jacinto Mountains on the greens of the exclusive O'Donnell Golf Club in downtown Palm Springs.

When: The 2008 gala will be Saturday, May 3rd, 2008.

Audience: Over the years, this event has grown to become one of the premier events in the Coachella Valley's fundraising/social season. 2007's event drew an audience of just under 1500 people and we are anticipating that and more this year. Guests pay anywhere from $395 for an individual ticket to $25,000 for corporate or individual sponsoring tables of 10.

The Evening includes: A hosted cocktail reception sponsored by Stolichnaya beginning at 6:00PM...Elaborate Silent auction beginning at 6:00PM...Sumptuous seated dinner at 7:30PM...Live Auction at 8:00PM and the Featured Entertainer's performance at 8:30PM. The evening concludes between 10:00 and 10:30 PM

Our Chairman...
MARK ANTON

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