St. Johns County, FL — First Coast Cultural Center has set a new date for its 6th Annual Beaches, A Celebration of the Arts gala to benefit educational art programs. This festive Grecian-themed fundraiser will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the TPC Clubhouse in Ponte Vedra Beach from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Highlights include inspired chef specialties, live music, a silent auction, art demonstrations, and an awards presentation. “We look forward to honoring those who positively impact our community as we celebrate FCCC’s ‘Year of the Pearl,’ marking 30 years of prosperity as a non-profit organization,” says Kimberly Sheridan, Fundraising Manager.
Sheridan said the gala is the Center’s primary fundraising event for the year. Proceeds support a variety of educational programs, including Sound Connections® Music Therapy for children with disabilities. This is offered free of charge to students in St. Johns County, including Title I schools. The gala also helps support community engagement programs for all ages.
This year, Dr. Arun Gulani of Gulani Vision Institute will be Master of Ceremonies for the gala, which has been a sell-out event in the past. Tickets can be purchased on FCCC’s website at https://firstcoastculturalcenter.org/beaches-a-celebration-of-the-arts-2025.
Those interested in advertising in the program or sponsoring the event can contact Kimberly Sheridan at 904-280-0614, Ext. 1205, or [email protected]. At the time of publication, sponsors include: Lazzara Family Foundation, Ron and Hilah Autrey, Gulani Vision Institute, and PNC Bank.
Awards include The Ron and Hilah Autrey Arts Education and Advocacy Award, #Gulanism Award, and The Irene Lazzara Beaches, A Celebration of the Arts Award. FCCC will also celebrate the Emerging Artist Award, Community Impact Award (Member’s Choice), and The Art of Giving Award. Nominations are accepted through March 31, 2025, at: 2025 Beaches A Celebration of the Arts Award Nomination Form.
Click here for a video preview of the gala: https://youtube.com/shorts/-2JWZRVEmFg?feature=share.
