Main Street Batesville Winter Gala to offer live rock ’n’ roll, food, more

BATESVILLE — The 2022 Main Street Batesville Winter Gala will take place at 6:30 p.m. March 12 on the third floor of the Main Street Loft, 267 E. Main St. The gala is a fundraiser for the nonprofit Main Street Batesville Inc.

The gala will take attendees back in time to the ’80s and, of course, the need to dance. The “Rock of Ages” theme will bring an ultimate high-energy tribute to classic rock ’n’ roll, with performances of legendary rock anthems. The live band will feature the following local musicians: Penny Wolfe, John Parks, Jason Moser, Mike Foster, Mark Reeves and Shannon Rounds. These individuals are band members of Jaded Heart and Secret Service. The band will start performing at 9 p.m.

Awards will be given for the best dressed, the best dance moves and more. The recipient of the Spirit of Main Street award will be announced during the event. This award is given each year to an individual or group that has gone above and beyond to help carry out the mission of Main Street Batesville.

The 2022 Winter Gala will feature drinks, hors d’oeuvres, live and silent auctions, a tattoo parlor and an art show. The art show will feature submissions from the community. Guests to the gala will vote on their favorites during the event. The winners will receive a prize. Among the items for the live auction are a youth four-wheeler and an all-expensespaid VIP trip to the birthplace of rock ’n’ roll — Memphis, Tennessee.

Event coordinator Jenifer Floyd added, “As Starship sings, ‘We built this city on rock and roll.’ We want everyone to come out and enjoy an evening that supports a great cause.”

Tickets are $35 for individuals and $500 for a VIP table for 10. Tickets are available online at mainstreetbatesville.org. Other ticket locations include Merchants and Planters Bank, Studio Salon and Batesville Mercantile.

For more information, email mainstreet batesville@gmail.com.