Inaugural Embers of Excellence Soirée 2026

Description

You are cordially invited to The Inaugural Embers of Excellence Soirée—an upscale evening celebrating leaders who ignite transformation in education, arts, and public service.

Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026

Time: 5:00 - 8:00 PM EST, you are invited to the invite-only cocktail hour from 5 to 6 PM with the awards ceremony running from 6 to 8 PM

Location: "The Green" at Phoenix International School of the Arts, 95 Catalpa Dr, La Plata, MD 20645

Attire: Upscale / Cocktail

As a valued member of our community, we would be honored to have you join us as a VIP guest. The evening begins with an exclusive VIP Cocktail Hour from 5:00 to 6:00 PM—an intimate opportunity to connect with fellow business owners, community leaders, elected officials, and our distinguished honorees before the main celebration begins.

The awards ceremony follows from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, featuring our 2026 honorees Aura V & Fyütch (the Grammy Award-winning father-daughter duo from Charles County), special appearances by Candiace Dillard-Bassett and Miss Montgomery County 2026, live entertainment, and an inspiring celebration of excellence in Southern Maryland.

This is more than an awards ceremony—it's a gathering of the changemakers, dreamers, and doers who are shaping the future of our region. We would love for you to be part of it.

Dress to Impress. Purpose to Inspire. Legacy to Ignite.

Reserve your seat: https://secure.everyaction.com/dZRLQWUXZ0eVuXRCUatyOw2

We hope to see you there.