Elachee reschedules Flights of Fancy for October to increase chances of gathering in person The Elachee Nature Science Center
Elachee Nature Science Center’s largest fundraiser of the year, the Flights of Fancy Benefit and Auction, has been rescheduled for Saturday, Oct. 23.
The nonprofit made the announcement, Friday, Feb. 19, explaining the switch from spring to fall would increase its chances of being able to host the gathering safely outside. Elachee intends to use its outdoor patio and balcony for the event with limited seating.
The fundraiser was held online last year and raised $123,000 through donations and sponsorships.
“Last spring, because of the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, we quickly altered the event’s format to provide a live virtual experience, and we had tremendous success,” Phil Bonelli, 2021 master of ceremonies, said in a press release. “However, nothing compares to getting together in person.”