Dear Friend:

Once in a Blue Moon.

The saying refers to things so rare they almost never happen.

The only blue moon of 2009 will happen on New Year’s Eve – December 31 and
we believe this is a once-in-a-blue-moon opportunity to celebrate!

We are writing to invite you to join the Honorary Committee for the Blue Moon
Gala to benefit the AIDS Council of Northeastern New York. The AIDS Council is
marking its 25th year of efforts to reduce the risk, fear, and incidence of HIV infec-
tion, encourage the independence of people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS,
and promote understanding of their needs.
The Blue Moon Gala will be held in the incomparable surroundings of the New
York State Museum Terrace Gallery, with exquisite food and beverages from
Classé Catering, and feature irresistible dance music from Good for the Soul.
This black tie optional New Year’s Eve celebration will be held from 7:00 p.m. to
1:00 a.m. with a champagne toast at midnight.
A limited number of tables will be available for this event, and we are offering two
exciting opportunities for you to claim your seats in advance, while helping us meet
our fundraising goals:
• Individual Honorary Committee tickets are available at $200 each, or
• Sign up as a Table Captain and reserve a table of 10 for $2,000.
Additional opportunities for corporate underwriting are also available, and are
listed on the enclosed form.
This promises to be a memorable evening. We hope you will join us in supporting
the vital work of the AIDS Council of Northeastern New York in their 25th Anni-
versary year.
Sincerely,

Colleen M. Ryan Penny Vavura

Co-Chair Co-Chair