SPRING GALA
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Kimbels at Wachesaw Plantation Club
Our Mission:
Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art (PIFMA) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide diverse music, arts and educational events and programs that create cultural experiences that educate, entertain and inspire.
Our Values:
We believe in the value of the arts as an essential part of civilization and in its role of preserving accomplishments of humanity. We believe that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to be exposed to the arts and PIFMA provides a significant role and responsibility to the community in supporting the growth and cultural development of the residents, visitors and students we serve. PIFMA enhances their quality of life by furthering their equality of opportunity to the arts.
Spring Gala Events
5:00pm
Cocktails on Verandah • Saxophonist – Don Colton
Handpassed Hors D’oeuvres
Tomato & Mozzarella Bruschetta, fresh basil and balsamic glaze
Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Bites, hot honey drizzle
Mini Beef Wellington Bites, horseradish cream
6:00pm
Welcome & Invocation
6:15 – 7:15pm
Salad
Farmers Market Mixed Greens, Cherry Tomato, Shaved Red Onion, Carrot, Cucumber, Garlic Croutons and Balsamic Vinaigrette
Soup
Cream of Cauliflower
Entrée Choice
Pan Seared Red Drum Fish
Spring Vegetables, Herbed Carolina Gold Rice Pilaf, Lemon Caper Butter Sauce
Chicken Marsala
Cremini Mushrooms, Onions and Marsala Wine Sauce, Whipped Potatoes
7:15pm
Acknowledgement of Sponsors
7:20 – 8:00pm
Live Auction
Auctioneer – Emma Lawrimore
Dessert
Chocolate Cake with Fresh Berries and Whipped Cream
8:00 – 9:00pm
Dancing
DJ - Charlie Glazer
A Special Thanks to:
Executive Chef Chad Miller & Brayer Surratt, Events Coordinator
Kimbels at Wachesaw Plantation
Live Auction
Item 1
Kathryn Bryan Metts Framed Giclee
The Red Fish Inn, #136 out of 150 giclee prints donated by the Metts family to PIFMA for us to use to fund our College Scholarship each year. Kathryn passed away in 2006 but was devoted to promoting the arts in Georgetown County. The Kathryn Bryan Metts Scholarship, founded in 2010 and presented annually, is available to rising college freshmen, native or current resident of Georgetown County, SC, majoring in the arts. The scholarship honors the much loved and widely collected artist, a Georgetown resident and UNC graduate, whose love of the Lowcountry was often reflected in her colorful and whimsical paintings of Pawleys Island and Brookgreen Gardens.
Minimum Bid: $300
Donors: PIFMA, Metts Family
Item 2
Live Auction
Experience a Lowcountry Holiday Tradition at Brookgreen Gardens
Package Includes:
Four Tickets to Nights of a Thousand Candles at Brookgreen Gardens
Enjoy a complete dinner for four at Hanser House. 3 Hour Limousine Service.
Limousine Service provided by Carolina Limousine & Coach
Date Selection for Brookgreen Gardens required.
Does not include gratuity, fuel or fees for limousine.
Hanser House: Valid December 1 - 31, 2026, does not include tax and gratuity
Minimum Bid: $750
Donors: Brookgreen Gardens, Hanser House and Carolina Limousine & Coach
Live Auction
Item 3
Bistro 217 Tasting Dinner for 10, Rustic Table Brunch for 6 & $50 Driftwood Mercantile Gift Card
Enjoy an exquisite dining experience at Bistro 217. A five-course tasting dinner paired with wine for 10 guests. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind feasting experience created by Chef Adam Kirby, who will take you on a culinary journey. Every detail will be taken care of with Bistro 217’s top-notch servers and bartenders.
At Rustic Table, brunch is more than a meal - it’s a celebration of local flavors and seasonal ingredients. For a milestone celebration or a leisurely morning with friends, brunch for six at Rustic Table, with two bottles of Prosecco, offers a taste of Pawleys Island hospitality at its finest.
Please call Anne Hardee, who will take great care of the details and reservations for your party!
Gratuity not included
Minimum Bid: $1500
Donors: Bistro 217, Rustic Table & Driftwood Mercantile, Anne Hardee and Chef Adam Kirby
Item 4
Live Auction
The Lineup of 15 Shows will be announced in May and so far include:
The Joe Gransden Big Band
EG Kight Blues Band
Brian Miller Band
Jane Monheit and the Savannah Jazz Orchestra
Huntertones
Jazz in Savannah
The Savannah Jazz Festival has been the largest FREE music festival in the Lowcountry for 44 years. It features world-class jazz and related performers that have included Ray Charles, Nancy Wilson, Chick Corea, Spyro Gyra, Lionel Hampton, Chuck Leavell, Nicole Zuraitis, Kirk Whalum and countless others.
It is a 3-day Festival with 2 days of performances in Savannah’s Historic Forsyth Park. Savannah Jazz also produces 8 concerts throughout the year!
Package Includes:
• 2 Nights at the DeSoto Hotel, September 18 and 19. Featuring great views of the city, a rooftop pool, spa and the top-rated 1540 Restaurant.
• 2 Patron Tent Tickets with drinks and appetizers at the Festival
• 2 Tickets to the Patron Pit in front of the stage at the Festival
• Membership for 2 to Savannah Jazz to enjoy 5 FREE shows throughout the year
• Admission for 2 to the Savannah Jazz History and Hall of Fame Exhibit that tells the story of jazz in Savannah dating back to the early 1900’s.
Minimum Bid: $1200
Donor: Savannah Jazz Festival
Live Auction
Item 5
Caribbean Vacation in Dutch St. Maarten
Plan your 2027 Spring Vacation May 22-29, 2027 at Simpson Bay Resort & Marina.
Unit F22 is a 2BR, 2BA ocean front on the Caribbean Sea. The unit has 2 floors and 2 balconies. This vacation resort is located in the highly desired Simpson Bay and is in walking distance to great restaurants, entertainment and casino. The first floor has one bedroom with a king size bed, one bathroom, full kitchfen with breakfast bar, dining room and living room with two twin Murphy beds. The second floor has one bedroom with a king size bed, one bathroom, a balcony and a Jacuzzi under the stars.
Sleep Maximum: 6 Successful bidder will pay $50 island fee upon checkout. If successful bidder would like to extend their vacation an additional week, contact donors by June 1, 2026.
Minimum Bid: $2500
Donors: Juli & Jeff Dave
Item 6
Live Auction
Watching
Betsy Boyle Original Artwork
Beautifully framed 24 x 26 acrylic painting of Lowcountry Egret watching and waiting for the perfect fish.
Betsy Boyle paints in her home studio located on the marshes of Pawleys Island, SC. You can find her art at Grayman Gallery in Pawleys Island. Her goal is to keep Grayman stocked with her paintings which vary from marshes, to beaches, to abstracts, to florals, to birds, etc. Betsy is grateful to God for the gift of art and for the opportunity to express herself through painting.
Minimum Bid: $1500
Donor: Betsy Boyle Harper
Live Auction
Item 7
Luxury Meets Comfort on Pawleys Island at the Surf Song Beach House
Experience the very best of Pawleys Island living at Surfsong, a stunning 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, newly constructed home that sleeps 10, debuting Memorial Day 2026. Perfectly positioned to capture breathtaking ocean and creek views.
Main Floor: King bedroom with ensuite full bathroom located on the creekside, kitchen, living room, dining room, and den.
Second Floor: King bedroom located on the creekside, 2 - Queen bedrooms, Queen murphy bedroom, all with ensuite full bathrooms. Linens are optional, Purchaser may bring their own or rent them from Pawleys Island Realty. Guests can enjoy the upstairs open porch on the creekside and oceanside. Main level has screened porch creek side and ocean side. The private creek dock with ramp and floating dock offers easy access for kayaking, fishing, crabbing, and exploring the inlet waters. Additional conveniences include an elevator serving all levels, a gas grill for outdoor cooking, and ample storage for beach gear and water toys.
Minimum Bid: $2500
Donor: Pawleys Island Realty, Betsy Altman
Available Dates: 10/25-11/14, 11/28-12/19
2027: January – March 20th. Fall of 2027, 10/2-11/13, 12/4-18.
Item 8
Live Auction
Private Dinner for 8 at Frank’s Outback
Enjoy the privacy and intimacy of Inside Outback which is the original “Outback” dining room. Host an intimate gathering in this unique space, seating 8 guests.
An International Affair
Food and wine pairing for 8 prepared by Chef Charif Arabe Frank’s Restaurant
Lobster Wellington with Lobster Newburg Sauce Roussely, Touraine Sauvignon Blanc, Loire Valley France
Butternut Squash Vegetable Risotto Batasiolo, Gavi, Italy
Fried Goat Cheese Croquettes, Tomato Fondue Dehesa, La Granja Tempranillo, Spain
Durban Pork Curry with Red Beans and Rice Nebukadnesar, Red Blend, Babylonstoren, Simonsberg-Paarl, South Africa
Homemade Peach Cobbler with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and Red Wine Reduction Piper Sonoma, Brut, California
*Dinner available Tuesday – Thursday in private room at Franks. Wines subject to availability and may change.
Minimum Bid: $1000
Donor: Woofie & Salters McClary
Live Auction
Enjoy Cool Mountain Weather in August at Chetola Resort & Spa
This elegant condo, Sierra Unit 3, is thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and entertaining, blending modern luxury with mountain charm. Whether you’re enjoying a board game in the cozy den or watching the sunset over the pond, you’ll feel right at home. Includes 3 BR, 3 BA with Queen Sleeper Sofas in both Den and Living Room. Enjoy Resort amenities which include a heated indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, fitness center, yoga, fitness classes, paddle boats, kayaks, paddle boards, 9-hole disc golf course, tennis courts, pickleball courts, hiking on property, fishing rods and bait available, indoor & outdoor children’s play areas, 24/7 Security. Quick access to Boone, Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Restrictions: Maximum of 6 people, no pets
Available Dates: Check in August 16, 2026, Check out August 23, 2026 or Check in August 23, 2026, Check out August 30, 2026
Minimum Bid: $2000
Donors: Carl & Marcia Falk
Item 10
Live Auction
Oranges with Glass Vases
Original Artwork Artist, Kathleen Pender Kazior
26” x 32” x 2” Acrylic on Canvas
Kathleen Kazior is originally from Chicago, but has been fortunate enough to have lived in many wonderful places. She earned her degree in Art from Rutgers College in New Jersey and Art Education from Edgecliff College in Cincinnati, OH.
Kathleen worked primarily as a portrait artist while raising her 4 sons. Since moving to South Carolina she has returned to her love of painting in a loose and expressionistic style combining realistic and abstract elements in vibrant and exaggerated color. She works primarily in acrylics.
Minimum Bid: $750
Donor: Kathleen Kazior
Gretchen Downer President
Dan Adams Vice-President
Rick Baumann
Junie Christian
Ilka Doubek
Nate Fata
Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art Board of Directors Management Staff
Susan Bryant Executive Director
Delores Blount Director of Finance
Barbara Kee Treasurer
Amy Miller Secretary
Mary Lou Gies
Tara Hawkinson
Bill Lafferty
Don Thomas
Sarah Hawkinson Director of Development
Patrick Sullivan
Art Director/Graphic Designer
Spring Gala Committee
Dan Adams
Jane Adams
Delores Blount
Susan Bryant
Ilka Doubek
Gretchen Downer
Mary Lou Gies
Robyn Heath
Sarah Hawkinson
Barbara Kee
Connie Roletter
Beth Stradinger
Special Thanks
Dan & Jane Adams
Entertainment Sponsor
Tom & Gretchen Downer
Dance Floor Sponsor
M.B. Kahn
Live Auction Sponsor
FASTSIGNS
Signage Sponsor
Goggans Architecture & Interiors
Napkin Sponsor
Greenskeeper Florist
Floral Sponsor
Corky & Mary Raab
Centerpiece Sponsor
Sasee Magazine
Advertising Sponsor
Photographer: Christopher John
Entertainment: Don Colton, Saxophonist
Charlie Glazer, DJ
Waccamaw High School Choralaires, Director, Erin Sellers
2026 FALL SERIES
