2026 Gin & Jazz Annual Gala Presented by The Cottage
An Unforgettable Evening: The Gin & Jazz Gala
The Gin & Jazz Gala presented by The Cottage was an unforgettable evening filled with style, celebration, and a shared commitment to strengthening our community. Guests enjoyed handcrafted cocktails, a delicious surf & turf dinner, and a lively night spent with friends—all set against the glamour of 1920s-inspired attire.
The evening also featured exciting silent and live auctions, bringing energy and generosity together in support of our mission. From start to finish, the event captured the spirit of connection, fun, and giving that makes our community so special.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
This incredible evening would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors, especially our presenting sponsor, The Cottage. Their commitment set the tone for a truly memorable night. The support of all our sponsors helps us continue our mission and expand the programs and services that make a meaningful difference every day. We are deeply grateful for your partnership and belief in our work.
Thank You to Our Guests
To everyone who attended, supported, and celebrated with us—thank you. Your presence made the evening truly special. Whether you joined us for the music, the cause, or the company, you helped create an experience that will stay with us long after the final song.
All That Jazz! Highlights from Gala 2026
Thank you to our 2026 Gin & Jazz sponsors!
Each year, the Severna Park Community Center hosts an annual fundraising gala, to honor a local community hero, and to raise much-needed funds for the center’s annual operations. Fees for services and rentals only cover about 75% of the cost of running this facility – the rest comes from fundraising programs, such as our annual gala.
We have been fortunate to honor some incredible local community heroes.
2026: Artie Hendricks
2025: Dr. Diane S. Lebedeff
2024: Carl Gutschick
2023: Bob & Karen Royer
2022: David Orso
2019: Lee & Sylvia Marston
2018: Larry Sells
2017: Stew Smith
2016: Jamie & Helena Bragg
2015: Dr. Rev. Terry & Mrs. Brenda Schoener
2014: Mary V. Carter
2013: Coach Andy Borland
Local businesses and individuals come together each year to sponsor this fun evening, while supporting the important work of the community center. We are so grateful to our sponsors, and to those who contributed their time and talents to make this event such a big success – with your help in 2025, we raised over $190,000 for the center’s ongoing operations.
