Rotary Club of Tarpon Springs
Vintage diver's helmet

A Roaring Century
of Service

Still Serving — An Anniversary Gala

1927  —  2027
Month DD, 2027Save the Date
7:00 PMDoors Open
Main BallroomTarpon Springs Event Hall

Black-tie optional · Roaring-20s attire encouraged · Limited capacity

Est. 1927

A Hundred Years of Service Above Self



For a century, the Rotary Club of Tarpon Springs has stood for one simple idea — service above self. Since 1927, our members have rolled up their sleeves for the city built on the sponge docks, the only town in the United States that still harvests natural sponge the old way.

From the roaring twenties to a roaring century — still serving, still here.

This gala honors the divers, the dreamers, and the doers who made it possible. Join us for an evening of elegance worthy of the era that started it all.

100
Years of Service
1927
Year Chartered
1
Sponge Capital
Vintage harbor Sponge motif

Our Journey

A Century in Moments



1927

The Charter

The Rotary Club of Tarpon Springs is founded as the city's sponge industry roars into its golden age.

1950s

Building the City

Decades of civic projects — parks, scholarships, and support for the families of the sponge fleet.

1980s

Service Expands

New generations carry the torch, broadening community programs and youth initiatives.

2010s

A Living Heritage

The club champions Tarpon Springs' unique culture — the docks, the helmet, and the divers' legacy.

2027

A Roaring Century

One hundred years on, we gather to celebrate the past and pledge the next century of service.

The Evening

Programme of the Gala



7:00 PM

Doors Open & Welcome Reception

Guests arrive — registration, cocktails & hors d'oeuvres.

Grand Foyer
7:45 PM

Guests Seated for Dinner

Fine dining service begins with the first course.

Main Ballroom
8:15 PM

Opening Remarks & Toast

Welcome address and special acknowledgements.

Main Ballroom
8:30 PM

Live Performance — Opening Act

Professional musical performance.

Main Stage
9:00 PM

Main Course & Awards Presentation

Dinner continues with special recognitions and awards.

Main Ballroom
9:45 PM

Live Performance — Main Entertainment

Premium entertainment act featuring renowned performers.

Main Stage
10:30 PM

Dessert & Dance Floor Opens

Sweet treats served; DJ opens the dance floor.

Main Ballroom & Dance Floor
10:45 PM

Late Night Entertainment

Continued dancing and socializing.

Dance Floor & Lounge Areas
12:00 AM

Midnight Finale & Closing Remarks

Special midnight toast and event conclusion.

Main Ballroom

Reserve Your Place

Tickets & Tables



Patron

$150
per guest
  • Welcome reception & cocktails
  • Three-course gala dinner
  • Live performances & dancing
  • Commemorative program

Legacy Table

$2,000
table of ten
  • Prime reserved table for ten
  • Premium bar service
  • Recognition in the program
  • Ten centennial keepsakes
  • Priority valet & concierge
Still Serving · 1927–2027 Sponsoring the centennial? Speak with our committee about partnership tables.

Good to Know

Evening Details



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Date

Month DD, 2027

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Time

7:00 PM until midnight

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Venue

Main Ballroom, Tarpon Springs Event Hall

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Parking

Complimentary valet available

ATTIRE

Black-tie optional. Roaring-20s glamour warmly encouraged — feathers, sequins, and tuxedos welcome.

In Their Words

A Century of Voices



This club raised me as much as my family did. A hundred years of service — and it still feels like a beginning.

A Longtime Member
Rotarian, 30 Years

The divers built this town and this club kept its heart beating. There's nowhere else like Tarpon Springs.

A Sponge Dock Family
Community Partner

Every scholarship, every project, every helping hand — that's what a century of service looks like up close.

A Local Educator
Grant Recipient

Questions

Frequently Asked



What should I wear? +

Black-tie optional. We warmly encourage roaring-20s glamour — think art deco elegance, feathers, sequins, and sharp tuxedos. Come dressed for a century worth celebrating.

Where exactly is the venue? +

The gala is held in the Main Ballroom of the Tarpon Springs Event Hall. Complimentary valet parking is available on the evening of the event.

Can I reserve a full table? +

Yes. The Legacy Table seats ten and includes premium service and recognition in the program. Sponsoring organizations can also reach out about partnership tables.

Are dietary needs accommodated? +

Absolutely. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-conscious options are available — simply note your preferences when you reserve.

Will proceeds support the community? +

Yes. Proceeds support the Rotary Club of Tarpon Springs' service projects, scholarships, and community programs — the heart of our next hundred years.

Get in Touch

The Centennial Committee

Questions about tickets, tables, or sponsorship? Our committee is glad to help.

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Email

centennial@rotarytarponsprings.org

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Phone

(727) 555-0100

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Hours

Mon–Fri, 9 AM – 5 PM