Shining Abilities

LXCL:Purchase by March 16th and save $25. Early Bird Ticket admits one (1) guest. Includes hors d'oeuvres, buffet dinner, entertainment, art auction, and so much more. Get your ticket now before they sell out.

Early Bird Ticket

LXCL:Purchase by March 16th. Reserved table for 8 admits eight (8) guests. Includes hors d'oeuvres, buffet dinner, entertainment, art auction, and so much more. Get your tickets now before they sell out.

Early Bird Reserved Table for 8

LXCL:Regular Ticket admits one (1) guest. Includes hors d'oeuvres, buffet dinner, entertainment, art auction, and so much more. Get your ticket now before they sell out.

Regular Ticket

LXCL:Reserved table for 8 admits eight (8) guests. Includes hors d'oeuvres, buffet dinner, entertainment, art auction, and so much more. Get your tickets now before they sell out.

Reserved Table for 8

LXCL:This ticket is only available to current Shining Abilities Day Program participants. If you are not a current participant, please select a different ticket option. Ticket admits one (1) guest. Includes hors d'oeuvres, buffet dinner, entertainment, art auction, and so much more.

Shining Abilities Day Program Participant Ticket

Check made out to Shining Abilities
Please reach out to Jessy Findley at jfindley@shiningabilities.org

A Toast to Potential and a Night for the Arts Welcome to an evening where Southern charm meets local creativity! We are thrilled to have you join us for the Shining Abilities Mint Juleps &amp; Masterpieces Gala. This isn&#39;t just a night of equestrian elegance and fine art; it&rsquo;s a celebration of the &quot;limitless potential&quot; within our community. By purchasing a ticket, you are directly supporting our mission to provide vocational training, Special Olympics opportunities, and life-skill programming for children and adults with developmental disabilities in Lake Villa and surrounding communities. What to Expect at the Gala Prepare for a &quot;Winner&rsquo;s Circle&quot; experience featuring:<ul data-path-to-node="10" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">The Signature Sip: Enjoy hand-crafted Mint Juleps, the iconic drink of the Kentucky Derby, served in a festive atmosphere.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">The Masterpieces: Peruse a gallery of stunning works. From local artists to unique pieces created by our very own Shining Abilities participants, the &quot;Masterpieces&quot; showcase the beauty of diverse perspectives.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Live Auction &amp; Giving: Your chance to take home a masterpiece of your own while funding the expansion of our programming potential.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Community &amp; Connection: Join fellow supporters and families as we celebrate the strengths of our participants and the inclusive community we are building together.</li></ul>Event Details &amp; Attire<ul data-path-to-node="18" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Attire: Derby Chic! Think colorful sundresses, seersucker suits, and&mdash;of course&mdash;your most impressive gala hats or fascinators.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Check-in: Please have your digital or printed ticket ready at the door.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Inquiries: For questions regarding dietary restrictions or accessibility needs, please contact us at info@shiningabilities.org.</li></ul>Thank you for helping our participants shine! We look forward to seeing you at the races on Saturday, May 2nd.

Hi <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; color: rgb(42, 42, 196); padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Thank you for purchasing your ticket to the Shining Abilities Mint Juleps &amp; Masterpieces Gala! We are absolutely delighted that you&rsquo;ll be joining us for an evening of Southern elegance and artistic inspiration. Your support does so much more than fill a seat. Because of you, Shining Abilities can continue to provide a nurturing environment where individuals with developmental disabilities can continue to grow, and&mdash;most importantly&mdash;shine. Event At-A-Glance<ul data-path-to-node="7" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Location: Lehmann Mansion 485 N. Milwaukee Ave. Lake Villa</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Attire: Derby Chic (Hats, fascinators, and seersucker encouraged!)</li></ul>What&rsquo;s Next? Your tickets are attached to this email. Please have them ready on your mobile device or printed for a smooth check-in at the door. In the coming weeks, keep an eye on your inbox! We&rsquo;ll be sharing &quot;Sneak Peeks&quot; of some of the incredible Masterpieces that will be up for auction, as well as stories from the participants whose lives are changed by your generosity. If you have any questions or specific dietary requirements we should be aware of, please contact us at info@shiningabilities.org.Thank you for being a champion for our community. We&rsquo;ll see you at the winner&rsquo;s circle! Cheers,The Shining Abilities Team Jenny &amp; Jessy

A Toast to Potential and a Night for the Arts Welcome to an evening where Southern charm meets local creativity! We are thrilled to have you join us for the Shining Abilities Mint Juleps &amp; Masterpieces Gala. This isn't just a night of equestrian elegance and fine art; it’s a celebration of the "limitless potential" within our community. By purchasing a ticket, you are directly supporting our mission to provide vocational training, Special Olympics opportunities, and life-skill programming for children and adults with developmental disabilities in Lake Villa and surrounding communities. What to Expect at the Gala Prepare for a "Winner’s Circle" experience featuring:<ul><li>The Signature Sip: Enjoy hand-crafted Mint Juleps, the iconic drink of the Kentucky Derby, served in a festive atmosphere.</li><li>The Masterpieces: Peruse a gallery of stunning works. From local artists to unique pieces created by our very own Shining Abilities participants, the "Masterpieces" showcase the beauty of diverse perspectives.</li><li>Live Auction &amp; Giving: Your chance to take home a masterpiece of your own while funding the expansion of our programming potential.</li><li>Community &amp; Connection: Join fellow supporters and families as we celebrate the strengths of our participants and the inclusive community we are building together.</li></ul>Event Details &amp; Attire<ul><li>Attire: Derby Chic! Think colorful sundresses, seersucker suits, and—of course—your most impressive gala hats or fascinators.</li><li>Check-in: Please have your digital or printed ticket ready at the door.</li><li>Inquiries: For questions regarding dietary restrictions or accessibility needs, please contact us at info@shiningabilities.org.</li></ul>Thank you for helping our participants shine! We look forward to seeing you at the races on Saturday, May 2nd.

Shining Abilities

Mint Juleps & Masterpieces Gala

485 N Milwaukee Ave

Regular Ticket

$125

Reserved Table for 8

$850

Shining Abilities Day Program Participant Ticket

$75

Early Bird Ticket

$100

Early Bird Reserved Table for 8

$750

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