Ghoulish Gala Gets Even Better with Exclusive Auction Items, Price Break Deal

CHATTANOOGA, TN (10/06/2009)(readMedia)-- Just when you thought Chattanooga's annual Ghoulish Gala to benefit the fight against lung disease couldn't get any better, the American Lung Association takes this research dinner, dance and auction to a whole new level.

Event organizer Shirley Cudabac announced today the event has secured two exclusive auction items that are sure to generate a lot of excitement and bids.

One is a Tahitian Honora Freshwater Cultured Pearl and Diamond Necklace donated by Markman's Diamond Brokers. The other is a SEA Dream Caribbean Yacht Club trip for two, which Cudabac describes in a word as,"Awesome!"

"We want to let everyone know about some of the amazing auction items we have this year," says Cudabac. "Plus, this is a great opportunity to do some Christmas shopping and find some real bargains."

Cudabac notes that while tickets to the gala are going fast, for a limited time, effective only from midnight October 8th through midnight October 15th, the event is offering a special price break on the cost of tickets. For a "Mummies Only" price of $35 per ticket, people can come see and hear "Here Come the Mummies" perform at 10:00 p.m.  This special price does not include the dinner or auction. These special reduced cost tickets are only available on-line at www.alatn.org, and may be purchased only from October 8-15th.

The Ghoulish Gala takes place Saturday, October 17, 2009 at the Chattanooga Convention Center beginning at 7:00 p.m. Full price tickets, at $100 per person, include cocktails and buffet dinner, plus access to a silent and live auction. There will be prizes for the best costumes.

Entertainment for the evening will be presented by the popular "funky" group from Nashville- "Here Come the Mummies" starting at 10:00 p.m. and playing until Midnight. Check them out at their web site- www.herecomethemummies.com

The Ghoulish Gala /Research Dinner is presented by Kindred Hospital. All proceeds will benefit the American Lung Association of Tennessee's life saving Pulmonary Disease research and educational programs.

Honorary Chairs are Drs. Carlos and Jennifer Baleeiro. The Event Chairs for this year's Halloween themed "FunRaiser" are Robin and Eddie Grant. Jeffery Dendy is serving as Creative Director for the event and the pre-gala kick-off.

Lung disease makes a big impact on children and adults in Tennessee. Presently 2 to 3 residents of our local community die each day from some type of lung-related illness. The American Lung Association estimates that over 350,000 people in the Tri-State area suffer from some form of asthma, COPD, emphysema, and lung cancer. In addition, the area local area has the highest percentage use of tobacco products by school age children than any area in the nation.

"The fight for air is so important," says Cudabac.  "We greatly appreciate the generosity of the community in supporting this event."

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