The San Diego East County Chamber of Commerce has announced its annual awards gala, “East County Honors – A Night to Shine,” will be held starting at 6 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 11, at the Barona Resort & Casino Golf Center, 1932 Wildcat Canyon Road, Lakeside.
At the event, the Chamber’s 2016 board of directors will be sworn in and business of the year and community service awards will be presented. The event also will include networking, cocktails, silent and live auction, opportunity drawing, dinner and desserts.
In addition to awards for local businesses and individuals, the event serves as a fundraiser for Chamber services and community programs throughout the year. Tickets begin at $95 per person. Live entertainment will feature Guy Gonzales and the Gypsy Swing Cats.
Sponsorships are available. Sponsorship packages include recognition on printed program, marketing and media materials and the Chamber’s e-blasts and website, as well as admission. Deadline for sponsorship confirmation is Jan. 25. For sponsorship information, contact Rosemary Reed, Chamber special events director, (619) 440-6161 or RosemaryR@eastcountychamber.org. About 250 people attended the event last year.