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SUMMARY:Seafood\, Sparks & Scholarships at Mitchell College
DESCRIPTION:Seafood\, Sparks & Scholarships at Mitchell College combines waterfront dining with one of southeastern Connecticut’s premier fireworks displays while supporting student scholarships. Held on Saturday\, July 11\, the annual fundraiser invites guests to enjoy an evening on Mitchell Beach overlooking the Thames River before watching the Mashantucket Pequot Thames River Fireworks Extravaganza from a private viewing area. \nThe event features a tented outdoor dinner\, lawn games\, cocktails\, and a three-course seafood meal\, culminating with spectacular views of the fireworks beginning at approximately 9:15 p.m. Guests will also have access to a private deck overlooking the river\, reserved parking\, and exclusive beach access throughout the evening. \nProceeds from the event benefit Mitchell College’s North Star Scholarship Fund\, helping provide educational opportunities for students. During the evening\, attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in a Crab Raise fundraiser to make an additional contribution in support of scholarships. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Seafood\, Sparks & Scholarships\nDate: Saturday\, July 11\, 2026\nTime: 6:00-9:00 p.m.\nFireworks: Approximately 9:15 p.m.\nVenue: Mitchell College\nAddress: 437 Pequot Ave.\, New London\, CT\n\nAdmission\n\n$85 per guest\n\nAdvance ticket purchase is required. \nThe final day to purchase tickets is July 1. \nWhat’s Included\nEach ticket includes: \n\nPrivate tented dining experience\nThree-course seafood dinner\nCash bar\nOne complimentary signature cocktail\nGuest-only entrance\nPrivate area on Mitchell Beach\nGuest-only deck overlooking the Thames River\nReserved parking\n\nGuests are encouraged to bring their own beach chairs. \nEvent Highlights\nVisitors can enjoy: \n\nWaterfront seafood dinner\nLawn games\nCocktails\nPrivate fireworks viewing\nMashantucket Pequot Thames River Fireworks Extravaganza\nFundraising activities supporting student scholarships\n\nSupporting Student Scholarships\nA portion of the proceeds benefits Mitchell College’s North Star Scholarship Fund\, which helps provide access\, opportunity\, and support for Mitchell students. \nGuests may also participate in the evening’s Crab Raise\, an additional fundraising opportunity benefiting scholarships. \nTickets\nAdvance registration is required. \nTickets and additional event information are available by clicking the Event Website link at the bottom of this page. \nContact\nElizabeth Rannenberg\nDevelopment Associate \n\nPhone: (860) 701-7984\nEmail: advancement@mitchell.edu\n\nMeta Description: \nSeafood\, Sparks & Scholarships at Mitchell College features a seafood dinner\, private fireworks viewing\, and waterfront festivities on July 11 benefiting student scholarships.
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LOCATION:Mitchell College\, 437 Pequot Ave\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mitchell College
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