March 21, 2006
An evening of chocolate indulgence
Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies hosting annual “Evening Under the Stars” benefit on April 29
FORT LAUDERDALE-DAVIE—Willy Wonka would delight in plans for “Evening Under the Stars,” the annual scholarship fund-raiser for the Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies. Beginning at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 29, the institute’s home at the Jim & Jan Moran Family Center Village will be transformed into a child’s confectionary dream.
Guests will delight in a tempting selection of desserts and beverages inspired by Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, including a chocolate fountain, decadent chocolate desserts, specialty coffee bar, and chocolate martini bar. The evening’s main event is a silent auction which will feature one–of-a-kind, child-sized furniture personalized by children who attend the institute’s programs, along with items and services donated by community sponsors.
The event supports the scholarship funds of the institute’s Early Learning Programs. Additionally, it will honor the teachers of the Family Center Preschool, Parenting Place, Baudhuin Preschool, and infant and Toddler Program, explained Dean Wendy Masi, Ph.D.
Tickets to “Evening Under the Stars” are $25 per person or $45 per couple. Dress is casual. Call 954-262-7162 for information.
Leading up to the event, chocolate bars will be sold for $5 each starting on Monday, April 24, in the lobbies of the Jim & Jan Moran Family Center Village, 7600 SW 36th St., Davie. Child-oriented prizes will be awarded instantly to those who find a Golden Ticket hidden underneath the wrapper!
The Mailman Segal Institute for Early Childhood Studies, housed in the Jim & Jan Moran Family Center Village of Nova Southeastern University, provides a range of programs designed to strengthen families and enhance the ability of parents and caregivers to foster the healthy development of children. A state of the art demonstration and training facility, the Jim & Jan Moran Family Center Village enables the institute to showcase best practices in the fields of early childhood education, special education, family support, and parenting education.
