About this Event
The Nick Virgilio Haiku Association and Writers House is hosting its first fundraiser on October 16, 2025 from 6 PM to 9 PM at the Camden County Boathouse in Pennsauken, NJ, which will be a celebratory event of the arts, a dynamic evening event designed to uplift local artistry, build community, and raise critical funds in support of our mission. Blending poetry, live music, visual art, and community engagement, this semi-formal gathering will showcase the creative spirit of our region while directly supporting our mission to support local poets and young writers through free poetry enrichment and early creative writing education.
In addition to arts-based entertainment, guests can peruse goods from local vendors and enjoy a networking dinner.
Tickets go on sale on 8/25! Click here to join our presale list and take advantage of 15% off your ticket purchase ($120.00 instead of $140.00)! You'll receive an email reminder with an exclusive discount code when tickets become available. Seats are limited.
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Agenda
🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Doors Open/Guest Arrival
Info: Check-in table + raffle ticket sales begin.
Welcome drinks / light music playing.
Vendors open for browsing.
Live artist begins creating in designated area.
🕑: 06:30 PM - 06:40 PM
Opening Remarks
Info: Welcome from the host/emcee.
Brief introduction to the event theme and purpose.
Acknowledge key sponsors and partners. Guests continue to explore vendors and the live art.
🕑: 06:40 PM - 06:55 PM
Opening Poetry Performance
Info: Local poets set the tone for the evening.
🕑: 06:55 PM - 07:30 PM
Dinner Opens / Social Hour
Info: Guests are invited to dine buffet-style.
Networking, vendor shopping, and raffle ticket purchases encouraged.
Background music continues (DJ or curated playlist).
Live artist continues working.
🕑: 07:30 PM - 07:45 PM
Speakers
Info: 1 organizational leader (5 mins).
1 beneficiary/participant story (5 mins).
1 sponsor or board member (5 mins).
🕑: 07:45 PM - 08:15 PM
Headlining Musical Artist
Info: Main performance with audience seated.
🕑: 08:15 PM - 08:30 PM
Raffle Winners Announced
Info: Emcee pulls winners for raffle baskets or items.
Option to invite winners up, thank vendors/donors. Final ask for donations.
🕑: 08:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Closing + Mingling
Info: Thank everyone for coming.
Final remarks or calls to action (upcoming programs, ways to stay involved).
Guests encouraged to network, visit vendors one last time, and view the finished live artwork.
Draw attention to photo booth and guestbook station.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Camden County Boathouse, 7050 North Park Drive, Pennsauken, United States
USD 140.00
