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Mardi Gras Celebration
This event has been a staple in our community for over 20 years! Each year in February, hundreds of guests enjoy a catered meal featuring creole dishes by Fulgenzi's Catering; drinks by Just the Basics Mobile Bar, dessert by Apple Barn, a silent and live auction, music, games and much more.
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The 2025 event will take place on February 22nd at Prairie View Reception Center in Chatham. Again this year, there will be live entertainment by Chatham’s very own Dave Littrell!
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Monies raised from the event help fund college scholarships, promote business and economic development, provide business communications, referrals, and networking opportunities in and around our community.
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Details are below!
Mardi Gras Sponsors
Want to reserve your seat? Or reserve a half table for 5 or a whole table for 10? Click the button below!
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Mardi Gras Celebration 2025 Live Auction Items

Grafton Getaway - Donated by Jane Hay Sales & Staging—The Real Estate Group, and Aerie's Resort ~ Enjoy 3 days/2 nights in this 3 bedroom, 3.5 Bath Condo with beautiful river front views! The Condo has pool access; and is located within walking distance to two wineries, nightlife, shops and restaurants. Take your family, or makes for a great girls weekend! Limit 6 people.

Paradise awaits! ~ Enjoy a five night stay in this gorgeous home at Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, on a mutually agreed upon week (available September - April).
Five bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms, heated pool, and game room. This home sleeps 15 people comfortably, and is just steps away from the beach.

Refresh Your Space - Donated by Staff Carpet & Design House ~ Use this $2,500 design package voucher to update your home with new flooring, or custom furniture! The winning bidder will work with Kim Staff to design the space of their dreams!

We hope you're hungry! A Half Side of BUNN Beef ~ The winner of this item will receive:
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8 Filets
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8 Ribeye Steaks
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8 New York Strips
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8 Sirloin Steaks
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8 Round Steaks
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2 Rump Roasts
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2 Chuck Roasts
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2 Sirloin Tip Roasts
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2 Briskets
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100 lbs (1 lb. packs) Ground Beef
The Black Angus beef is from the cattle that BUNN raises in accordance with uncompromising quality standards in Central Illinois.
As an added bonus, the winner will receive an adorable, plush cow by Tubbie Wubbies.


Fall in Love with Your Home Again - Clean Cut Handyman Services and Sherwin Williams ~
Clean Cut Handyman Services will take $1,000 off your next project including interior and exterior painting, and other services.
Pair that with two (2) gallons of Sherwin Williams' Emerald paint (any sheen), one green plastic tray, one heavy duty roller handle, and one 9" Purdy Marathon Roller Cover (any nap size), and you’ll start to feel the love for your home all over again.

Dinner & Drinks for 12 - Fulgenzi’s Catering & Just the Basics Mobile Bar ~ If you liked tonight’s dinner and drinks, you’ll love this item!
Chef John John Fulgenzi, along with Madison Hannah from Just The Basics Mobile Bar, together will re-create the Mardi Gras event dinner and give 12 of your friends and family an amazing, memorable experience. Dinner and drink options can be modified to suit.
Purchase a Chance to Win $250 in Lottery Tickets!
Once you make your purchase, your name will be entered into a drawing which will take place the night of the event. Need not be present to win.