2024 Contemporaries Ball Volunteers

Neon Dreams: A Pop Art Affair
Saturday, March 2, 7-11 p.m.
Columbia Museum of Arts, 1515 Main Street

On March 2, 2024, step into a vibrant world where artistic expression collides at "Neon Dreams: A Pop Art Affair," where the brilliance of iconic artists like Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, and the spirit of Robert Indiana illuminate the night. So, slip into your most vibrant attire, let the neon lights guide you, and join us for a night where reality and art collide in a neon-infused dream.

Volunteers are asked to work a two-hour shift and in return will have a free ticket to the event. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled time to help with setup/breakdown and hear a short explanation of the event, and expectations.

Please add your name and phone number to open spot! Contact day of will be Morgan Watson, 803.414.6036. Thank YOU in advance for your help to make this an event a success- we couldn’t do it without you!  

Thursday, February 29 -

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Color Ribbon Set Up/Banana Tying)

  1.  Lynn, 8436174117 +
  2.  Morgan Watson, 803.414.6036
  3.  Grace Berger, 803-397-9492 (will be a little late) +
  4.  Shenette Lincoln 803.331.9662 will need to leave about 15 minutes early
  5.  J. Scott Parker, 3366625703 +
  6.  KB Frinks 843.267.7001 +
  7. Henry Batts 803.707.0941 (delivering COLA sign) +
  8. Michael Edmonson 864-884-6496 +
  9. Tashera Pravato 843-437-7398 +
  10. Christine McFadden

Friday, March 1 –

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Color Ribbon Set Up/Banana Tying/Dance Floor Taping)

    1.  Lynn Luc, 8436174117

    2.  Morgan Watson, 803.414.6036

    3.  Jonathan lopez 806.382.4893

    4. Juliette (6-7pm)

    5. Sumner Bender 803-397-4889

    6. Will Roberts 803-424-9691

    7. Shayla Merritt

    8. Robbie Birnie 803-463-3119

9. Christine McFadden,

10. LaTonya Jackson, 803.238.5980

11.Erica Smith, 937.367.2322

 

Saturday, March 2 Set-Up Crew (10am – 4pm) 

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Disco Ball Balloon Assembly/Runners/Dance Floor Setup)

  1.  Mollie Roe 803 413 8160
  2.  Andrew Saleeby (803)530-2648
  3.  Kaity Monroe 803-622-3580
  4.  Charlotte Knoop 803-447-1485
  5.  Michael Edmonson - 864-884-6496
  6.  Murna Gado ( 803) 608- 1371
  7. Eric Meadows
  8.  Tashera Pravato 843-437-7398

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM  (Linens/Florals/Décor/Signage/Runners/)

  1. Kelsey Caskey
  2. Mollie Roe 803 413 816

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM  Art Auction

  1.  Andrew Saleeby (803)530-2648
  2.  Will Roberts 803-424-9691
  3.  Robbie Birnie 803-463-3119
  4. Sarah Kelley 803-606-8120

2:00 PM- 4:00 PM  (Decor and Check In Setup)

  1. Kelsey Caskey
  2. David Palkovitz (216) 403-5821

Event Check-In – Check in sponsors and guests, mark VIP guests, greet and welcome guests. 

Individual Ticket Holders/VIP Guest Table – 7 PM – 9 PM

  1.  Keelin Gangwish 631-896-9609
  2.  Shayla Merritt

Sponsor Table - 7 PM – 9 PM

  1.  Virneta Harwood 803-465-3916

Individual Ticket Holders/VIP Guest Table - 9 PM- 11 PM

  1. Fred 202 290 4199(oyster roast should be wrapped up by 8pm)


Sponsor Table - 9 PM- 11 PM

  1. Meg Syms 301-788-7197
  2. Austin Syms 301-788-7197

Welcome Event Greeters: (6:45 - 7:45pm) Reserved for Board Members

  1.  Lander Hiott
  2.  Jonathan Lopez
  3.  Morgan Watson
  4. Shayla Riley
  5. Will Roberts

Pop Up Beauty Bar – Greet guests, help explain nail activation station and make up station/pop art design options and ensure that the participant shows they’ve paid for the service. Volunteer is not responsible for taking payment, merely checking they have the receipt from Event Gives.

Nail/Make Up Station - 7 PM – 9 PM

  1.  Katie Glanton, 704.962.0097
  2. Valerio Farino, 864.828.1643

VIP Lounge – Greet guests, and allow guests into VIP lounge. VIP guests must show their VIP stamp for entry.  

VIP Lounge - 7 PM – 9 PM

  1. Jamine Santiago 803-796-4412 

VIP Lounge - 9 PM – 11 PM

  1. Karl Heinmiller 803-546-2850

Event Clean-Up:  (11 - 11:30pm)

 (Ball Committee – alcohol/décor/linens/DIY projects)

1.    Morgan Watson

2.   Juliette

3.   Jonathan

4.  Amy-Beth

5.  Christine

6.   KB Frinks