From the Republican
Sep. 30, 2010
The deadline to reserve tickets for the 43rd annual Autumn Glory Festival Kick-Off Reception, presented by the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce, has been extended to Monday, Oct. 4. The reception is slated for Wednesday, Oct. 6, at the Lodge at Wisp Resort. Clear Mountain Bank is the official sponsor of the Autumn Glory Kick-Off Reception.
Admission to the event is $195 per couple and $100 per individual. Tables for eight are available at a discounted price of $750. Tickets purchased at the door will cost an additional $5.
Along with the annual announcement of this year’s Golden Ambassador, the reception includes the coronation of the Autumn Glory king and queen and recognizes the festival’s sponsors. Local music group Boathouse will be this year’s entertainment, sponsored by Constellation Energy.
Each attendee receives a collectible Autumn Glory pin and Golden Ambassador pass. The pass entitles the holder to priority seating on the bleachers near the reviewing stand for the Grand Feature Parade on Saturday, Oct. 9. Long & Foster is the official sponsor of this year’s festival.
The evening will begin with a 6 p.m. social hour with complimentary beer and wine and a cash bar available. The sit-down dinner begins at 7 p.m. with the program beginning at 8. The reception ticket includes hors d’oeuvres, the sit-down dinner, and “first-class” entertainment.
Those interested in purchasing a ticket should call 301-387-2050
