HARRISBURG – Southeastern Illinois College and Ferrell Hospital are excited to host the 6th annual Concert for a Cause with Howl at the Moon Dueling Pianos Saturday, Feb. 8, in SIC’s Deaton Gymnasium.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with a buffet featuring lemon-pepper chicken, butter noodles, cheese manicotti, roasted broccoli and cauliflower, salads, rolls, and mini cheesecakes. A cash bar, donated by Morello’s as a Jukebox Hero Sponsor, will include two specialty drinks, with $1 from each drink benefiting the event. The high-energy Howl at the Moon show begins at 7 p.m.
Tickets are $40 per person, $75 per couple, or $300 for a table of eight, with dinner included. Purchase tickets or sponsorships online at sic.edu/howl.
Proceeds will be split between SIC scholarships and Ferrell Hospital’s x-ray room, recently damaged by flooding. SIC’s funds will be matched dollar-for-dollar by a federal endowment grant.
“This event combines great entertainment with community support,” said SIC President Dr. Karen Weiss. “We’re thrilled to partner with Ferrell Hospital to bring this unique experience to our area.”
Callie Smith, Director of Community Relations and Foundation at Ferrell Hospital added, “We are so excited to be doing this for the sixth year. We’re really looking forward to an amazing night with our friends from SIC.”
The music is sponsored by On Top of the World sponsor Michael Tison, of Align Wealth Management – Ameriprise Private Wealth Advisory Practice in Harrisburg.
“We are proud to continue to support such a meaningful event,” said Tison, who has been the headlining sponsor for the event since it began. “The energy of Howl at the Moon is unmatched, and the opportunity to contribute to both SIC and Ferrell Hospital’s missions makes this evening even more special. It’s always a night to remember!”
Other sponsors include:
- Don’t Stop Believin’ Sponsors: CAVU Wealth Advisors, Beecher Williams, All In One Real Estate, Banterra Bank, Vestis, Legence Bank, and Ironworker Local 103.
- Balloon Pop Sponsor: Sen. Dale Fowler.
Additional features include an online silent auction, which opens a few days before the event and can be accessed at sic.edu/howl. The auction closes at 9:30 p.m. on Feb. 8, and winners not present at the event will arrange pick-up. Other activities include a balloon pop game (every pop wins!), a photo booth sponsored by Epic Snap Photo Booth, and a glow heads-or-tails game with a 50/50 prize to the winner.
Howl at the Moon delivers high-energy performances with live music, audience engagement, and dance-party vibes. The event features their traveling act, Howl2Go.
Corporate sponsorships are still available, ranging from $500 to $1,500, with benefits including tickets and promotional opportunities.
For more information, visit sic.edu/howl. Questions can be directed to SIC Foundation Events by emailing giving@sic.edu or by phone: 618-252-5400 ext. 2205, or Callie Smith at Ferrell Hospital at 618-297-9606.
