Plans set for Candlelight 2008 dinner on Feb. 9

Have you got a taste for a little nostalgia? “Candlelight, Outta Sight!” at Saint Mary’s will provide a flashback to the era of flower power on Feb. 9.

Candlelight is a communitywide event, hosted biennially by the university. Formerly a fund-raiser, the event is now simply a fun evening, a formal celebration of the university and a thank you to the community for its support.
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Attendees of “Candlelight, Outta Sight!” will savor the flavor of a five-course meal including:
• Belgian Endive and Spring Mix Salad with Fresh Raspberries and Roquefort Cheese with Raspberry Vinaigrette
• “Fruits of the Sea in a Crepe” — Crepe filled with Baby Shrimp, Baby Bay Scallops, and Fresh Lump Crab Meat and Ricotta Cheese and Fresh Parsley topped with Lobster Sauce
• Lemon Sorbet with Crème de Cassis
• Tornado of Beef Fillets with a Port Wine Reduction
• White Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce
• Wild Rice with Fresh Dates, Cranberries and Yellow Raisins
• Vanilla Ice Cream with Candied Chestnuts

The evening will begin with hors d’oeuvres and cocktails at 6 p.m. in the lounge, followed by dinner in the dining hall. A highlight of the evening will include cabaret entertainment by SMU theatre and music students who will perform a variety of well-known favorites from the ’60s and early ’70s. The seven-piece Diane Martinson Band will then delight participants ready to hit the dance floor.

The cost is $75 per person or $140 per couple. Dress is formal attire, and valet parking and coat check services will be available.

Invitations have been mailed, but everyone is invited! If you would like to attend or have questions about Candlelight, call Jo Nesler, Ext. 1664.