This memorable night, a benefit dinner and auction held annually to support the Emerson Center, has become a much anticipated community event. From the inventive and inspired meal, to the always exciting live or silent auction, the evening festivities appeal to everyone. Each year at the Celebration, talented quick draw artists create artwork on-the-spot, giving the audience the ability to view the artist at work, right before their eyes. Pair this sight with live music and entertainment and you have a spectacular evening that is not to be missed.

One of the 2007 Live Auction Items

"Montana Night Pendulum" - a palladium pendant
by Elichai Fowler with Paradise Ring Works
"To start with I have chosen a 5.83 carat mouthwatering natural pink tourmaline as the center stone. From the bezel set tourmaline dangles the pendulum, which is hand carved and hand engraved with majestic mountains moonlit by a Yogo Sapphire moon and twinkling with diamond stars.  The metal I chose to use is carefully mined here in Montana, Palladium, bright and pure. This piece will be a treasure and a reminder of the awe-inspiring beauty of God’s mountains."
         -Elichai Fowler with Paradise Ring Works