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Gold Sponsor Attendee Information
We are looking forward to your attendance and participation in the 2020 VIRTUAL Through the Looking Glass Gala, presented by Eye Surgeons of Indiana on Saturday, October 3rd. The timeline and UPDATED ACCESS information provided below will help prepare you for the evening’s activities. HOW TO ACCESS THE VIRTUAL GALA FOLLOWING THE WINE TASTING
If you will be joining us on your computer, tablet or mobile device you can simply CLICK HERE and you will be connected directly to the live stream.
If you will be joining via a SMART TV you will need to go to your TV's YouTube app and then search for Indiana Blind Children's Foundation. When you find our channel which features the IBCF logo, look for the live stream, click on it, and you will be ready to go. You should see pictures of our students scrolling on the channel from 6:30PM-7:00PM
An accessible option is also available. Should you need audio descriptions or captioning throughout the show, CLICK HERE to access our accessible live stream. You can also experience this accessible option on your SMART TV by typing in Ripcord Events into the search bar of your YouTube app. The Ripcord Events channel will be providing the same program just synced with the accessible services. Once on the channel which features the Ripcord Events logo, click on the live stream.
NEED HELP?
If you are having trouble accessing the live stream, you can reach out to our help line by calling 317-780-3985. The help line will be manned by a live operator from 4-8pm on Saturday evening. TIMELINE AND WINE TASTING ZOOM LINK  Sommelier, Andrew Kienle Tasting Wines:
Freixenet Blanc de Blanc (Cava)
Lapostolle Cab Sauv (gift bottle in swag bags) Saturday, October 3 5:45-6:45PM (Eastern Time) PRE-SHOW WINE TASTING VIA ZOOM
To Access the Virtual Wine Tasting, CLICK HERE We invite you to join us via Zoom for a virtual VIP pre-gala wine tasting. Andrew Kienle, Consulting Sommelier with Vine Society, will deliver a memorable, interactive experience. Having passed that first level examination with the Court of Master Sommeliers, Kienle works with Vine Society clients to develop and deliver intimate, educational and exceptional wine based experiences including tastings, dinners, and educational events. When not serving, tasting and talking wine, Andy is an attorney based in Indianapolis.
As a gold sponsor attendee you should have received a gift wine in your party swag bag which was delivered to your sponsor's workplace the week of 9/28. The gift wine is to be used during the virtual tasting. Gold sponsor attendees not gathering in small groups may purchase the additional tasting wines at area specialty wine shops such as Kahn's Fine Wines and Spirits. However, this is not necessary to enjoy the tasting. The tasting will focus on different types of wines and the best food pairings. If you have any issues accessing the virtual wine tasting on October 3rd contact Lindsey Hendren at 317-250-3262.
7:00-8:00PM THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS GALA PROGRAM
Once the wine tasting has ended, it will be time to enjoy the Gala program. You will need to exit Zoom and navigate to the event website to access the gala using the how to access the event instructions above. Please log in early so that you don’t miss any portion of the program. The channel will be scrolling pictures of our students from 6:30PM-7:00PM.
If you have any issues accessing the TTLG Gala on October 3rd call the help hotline at 317-780-3985.
8:00-8:30PM ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE BY X AMBASSADORS
Immediately following the Gala program, you will be treated to a special concert starting the X Ambassadors! The program will flow directly into the concert so sit back, relax and enjoy! 
COMPLETE YOUR GALA REGISTRATION VIA BIDPAL
The Through the Looking Glass Gala, presented by Eye Surgeons of Indiana is in just 9 DAYS! To save you time and trouble on Gala night, go ahead and complete your registration with BidPal now.
EVEN THOUGH YOU ARE ALREADY RECEIVING EMAILS AND TEXTS ABOUT THE GALA, YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT YET COMPLETE!
MUST COMPETE YOUR REGISTRATION WITH BIDPAL IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SILENT AUCTION OR TO MAKE A DONATION!
Watch the quick instructional video below to learn how to complete your registration OR follow the simple instructions below: To get pre-registered for the Gala, follow these instructions:
You’re all set! Thank you for supporting IBCF's Through the Looking Glass Gala! SILENT AUCTION BIDDING / DONATIONS
Throughout the evening’s events, we invite you to browse our collection of silent auction items and bid on your favorites! There will also be opportunities for you to make donations to the Foundation. To access silent auction and donation pages CLICK HERE and use the bar on the left to navigate to desired page. The silent auction opened on Tuesday, September 29th and will close at 9PM on Saturday, October 3rd.
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