This prestigious fundraising event presents the Festival’s royalty, recognizes Festival sponsors, and provides an elegant yet lively atmosphere to kick-off the Autumn Glory festivities. The Kick-Off reception is sponsored by UPMC Western Maryland. Cocktail Hour sponsors are Act Personnel Service, Inc. and Silver Tree Marine, LLC. Premier Power Solutions, Taylor-Made Deep Creek Sales and Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations are the entertainment sponsors. Admission: $115/single, $225/couple & $900 table of 8 when purchased by Sept. 29. From Oct 2 – 4, $130/single, $240/couple and $960/table of 8. Call 301.387-6171.