Prince Frederick, MD – United Way of Calvert County is celebrating its 19th year of fundraising with their New Orleans style Mardi Gras. This year’s bash will take place on Saturday, March 3 at the phenomenal Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center in Dowell. This black tie affair is a benefit to raise money for United Way of Calvert County’s Community Impact and Basic Needs Funds. Each year a court of candidates including three men and three women compete for the title of King and Queen by raising the most donations to support our local United Way (Every Dollar = Vote). Through special events, sponsorships, and votes, they endeavor to win the crown, raising upwards of $100,000.
This New Orleans style event attracts hundreds of costumed revelers out to dine on gourmet Cajun cuisine and dance the night away to the backdrops of local artwork and live music. Come join the action and entertainment of fortune tellers, magicians, and other strolling performers or test your luck at the gaming tables upstairs. Don’t forget to place your bid at the Bourbon Street Silent Auction or enter to win thousands of dollars in designer jewelry at the Razzle Dazzle raffle tent. The evening commences with the elaborate King and Queen crowning ceremony. It’s all part of the magic of Mardi Gras!
This year’s candidates for Queen are Erin Knowles, Kendall Steffan and Heather Heath. King Candidates are Ryan Bennsky Powell, Jeff O’Neill and Antoine White.
Proceeds from United Way’s Mardi Gras directly benefit local programs that improve the education, financial stability, health, and basic needs of the people living in Calvert County.
To find out more about our programs and partners, please visit: www.unitedwaycalvert.org