Crist Message Announces Florida Ball in DC on Inaugural Eve

Wed, November 12, 2008 - 2:19 PM

A Florida Ball to be held at one of Washington’s most prestigious museums is among the wave of inaugural-eve celebrations surrounding Democrat Barack Obama’s historic swearing-in as president Jan. 20.

The “Sunshine and Stars 2009 Florida Inauguration Ball,” featuring Republican Gov. Charlie Crist, is set for Monday, Jan. 19 at the Corcoran Gallery of Art, according to a message from Crist, which can be viewed at here.

The event will include a reception and dinner, but few other details are provided. The message does provide a link to an e-mail address to for those interested in acquiring more details about sponsorship and other opportunities, presumably including the cost of tickets.

That address is 2009floridainauguralball@linderassociates.com.

“Welcome to Florida’s home for events surrounding the 2009 presidential inauguration!” begins Crist’s message.

“Through your support for Florida’s Inaugural Ball on January 19, you will not only be signing up for a wonderful evening at the Corcoran Gallery of Art, but you will be supporting two worthy causes: Florida House and the Florida State Society.”

“Thank you in advance for your participation in this great event …”

“Look forward to seeing you there,” Crist concludes.

-- Billy House, Media General News Service