ERNI & Marcella Foundation Gala · 2026

Night ofMagic & Mystery

In Support of Children’s Literacy
In Honor Of Sean Fannan Inaugural Champion of Children’s Literacy Award
The EveningSeptember 8, 20266:00 – 9:00 PM
The SettingClear Creek TahoeLake Tahoe, Nevada
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An evening of elegance and impact — bringing our community together in support of a single, lasting belief: that every child deserves the magic of reading.

A candlelit night at Clear Creek Tahoe, in the company of those who believe in brighter futures.

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Every reservation directly supports ERNI and the Marcella Foundation’s shared mission to improve childhood literacy across Nevada and the Lake Tahoe region.

Individual Ticket $500 Per Guest

A single seat for an elegant evening of dinner, program, and purpose.

  • Admission for one guest
  • Dinner, program & entertainment
  • An unforgettable night of wonder

Payments are processed via PayPal. Receipts may appear under “Spellbinders,” an official ERNI project. A brief registration form follows payment to complete your reservation.

Best Value Table of Eight $4,000 Per Table · Eight Guests

Reserve a full table for you and your guests — the finest seats in the room.

  • Reserved table for eight guests
  • Dinner, program & premium seating
  • Recognition as a table host

Payments are processed via PayPal. Receipts may appear under “Spellbinders,” an official ERNI project. A brief registration form follows payment to complete your reservation.

Performers are subject to change without notice

A young child absorbed in reading a storybook by warm window light
About the Gala

Where every story opens a door — and every child deserves the key.

Night of Magic & Mystery brings together ERNI and the Marcella Foundation in support of a shared commitment: expanding educational opportunity for children throughout Northern Nevada and the Lake Tahoe region.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, The Education Renaissance of Nevada Initiative creates free programs that spark children’s curiosity through the arts, science, and live experiences — inspiring the joy of reading through initiatives such as Spellbinders.

The Marcella Foundation strengthens the region through its FEED, READ, and LEAD pillars — its READ initiative improving literacy for children from birth through third grade.

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Spellbinders
ERNI · Curiosity

Free programs that spark wonder through the arts, science, and live experiences across Northern Nevada.

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READ
Marcella · Literacy

Expanding access to books and early learning for children from birth through third grade.

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Together
Shared · Opportunity

Two organizations, one belief: that literacy is the door to a lifetime of opportunity.

A night of wonder — where mystery meets meaning.

This Year We Honor Sean Fannan Inaugural Champion of Children’s Literacy Award

Presented in recognition of extraordinary commitment to expanding access to reading and learning for children across Northern Nevada and the Lake Tahoe region — and to the belief that every child’s story deserves to be told.

Event Details

An Evening to Remember

DateSeptember 8, 2026Tuesday Evening Add to Calendar
Time6:00 – 9:00 PMReception, dinner & program
LocationClear Creek TahoeLake Tahoe Region, Nevada

Proceeds from Night of Magic & Mystery support the literacy and educational programs of ERNI and the Marcella Foundation, creating lasting opportunities for children throughout the region.

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