Glamour & Gowns, A Nonprofit Gala

Sunday. March 26th, 2023 / 12 - 5PM / Shine Massage and Spa

Benefitting Local Charities - "PossAbilities Plus" & "Connecting Thru Music"

The collection of dresses for this event normally range from $300-400 to $2000.00

You can purchase at this event Evening Wear Dresses for $100 and Bridal Wear for $200. As well as a collection of Gowns to be auctioned off by Shelton Hull, of Folio Weekly.

The auction consists of Prom / Gala Style Gowns starting at $110 and Bridal Gowns starting at $220

Enjoy delicious Sunday Teatime Brunch by Cup of Dreams with the assistance of Chef Rosaria Cammarata

as tiny sandwiches, desserts and fruits are passed for your enjoyment.

Teas, lemonade and Champagne will be served.

All profits from this one day event will go fully to support local nonprofit sectors to continue enriching the lives of the citizens of our community

Connecting Thru Music is committed to supporting the growth of music therapy in Northeast Florida.

A unique music therapy-music program for children with special needs in Duval County and throughout Northeast Florida.

To provide music therapy and related music services which will enhance the cognitive, communicative, emotional, physical, and social development of children with special needs throughout Duval County and the Northeast Region of Florida.

To bring awareness about the benefits, efficacy, and importance of music therapy for children with special needs, to build a foundation of music therapy/music therapists in Northeast Florida, to advocate for state /insurer funding for music therapy for children with special needs, and to assist the profession of music therapy to obtain licensure in Florida.

Our goal is to provide training to build skills, including self-advocacy, resume writing, and occupational competencies.

Our on-site opportunities for training include:

Cup of Dreams – A cozy tearoom that serves tea, coffee, soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts on vintage chinaware.

Unique Boutique – An upscale resale shop offering clothes for all ages, toys, houseware, books, CDs, albums, sewing needs, and small furniture.

The Secret Garden – Provides outdoor spaces for participants to experience hands-on learning to connect with nature and each other.

SociAbilities – An inclusive social opportunity for young adults and community members to come together and enjoy recreational activities in a safe, fun environment.

PossAbilites Plus, Unique Boutique will be featuring vintage and like new accessories for purchase. We hope you consider supporting , as you will surely find treasures for any occasion.

Micheal Armanno of Kalypso Couture

Local Artisan Designer of Suits and Formalwear | Founding Member of Bespoke House Jax

Michael Armanno wasn't just given the Best Tailor in Jacksonville. He earned it. With great taste, a crafted skill set, and love for making people look and feel good.

His passion for the arts and his community has led him to donate over $45,000 worth of gowns in hopes to assist in helping his community feel and look their best.

As Michael begins to fully focus on his Bespoken Suit Line, this is your only opportunity to walk into your next, prom, gala event, or wedding in super style at a fraction of the price while supporting local organizations with a mission in helping others.

Chef Rosaria Cammarata Anderson

Local Culinary Craftswoman | "Powered by This Chick Can Cook"

When Michael Armanno dropped off almost 100 showroom couture gowns at her private home and asked her to donate them somewhere, Rosaria called a few of her other friends and went to work.

Chef Rosaria, a Jacksonville Artisan fueled by her love of cooking and drive to help others, Rosaria is known around Jacksonville for her multifaceted culinary career and for the charity work, including: Dig Local, PossAbilities Plus, Connecting Through Music, Waste Not Want Not among other nonprofit organizations throughout Florida and Nationally.

SHINE Massage & Spa

353 6th Ave S, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250

Carla Morello of Shine Massage and Spa has generously donated her beautiful space to hold the event.

SHINE is a wellness spa located in Jax Beach devoted to helping people feel their best. Their staff includes some of the most gifted massage therapists and skincare professionals in the business who focus on effectiveness with a generous dose of relaxation. The sheer aesthetic beauty of the spa also happens to make a wonderful event space to which they so graciously extended to us for this event to benefit Jacksonville based nonprofit organizations.

We proudly welcome Shelton Hull for donating this time from his busy schedule and giving auctioneering a try for us.

Ms Leilani Leo will be displaying her artwork throughout the Spa from March 18th through the end of the month. Take the opportunity while you are with us to admire her talent.

She will be available to discuss any of her artwork. Do not be shy. We know you will find a perfect place in your home for her creations.

As one of our three Vendors at the event, let us not forget that special man in your life as the craftsman from the Bespoke house will have every detail necessary from clips, ties to socks and did we hear glass buttons?

While at the table please make sure you bid on our auction item: A consultation and a tailored man's suit ($700.00 value) from our very own, Michael Armanno. See for yourself why he is Jacksonville's top rated Tailor for 2023.

Food provided by “Cup of Dreams” from PossAbilities Plus

(Food, Champagne and Beverages will be included in ticket cost.)

Shelton Hull, of Folio Weekly as Auctioneer

PossAbilities Plus will have a table with accessories to purchase

Bespoke House Artisan Community will feature a selection of fine accouterments and accessories to complete your prom or special event from local artisans from the First Coast.

Local artist, Leilani Leo, will have her art available for purchase.

Event Venue

Shine Massage & Spa, 353 6th Avenue South, Jacksonville Beach, United States