ANNOUNCING OUR 2026 Spring Gala
Chair: Rajani Bhat
Honorary chair: Martha Darling & Gil Omenn
We invite you into a world of intrigue and enchantment at the Secret Garden Gala. For one evening, Ann Arbor City Club will be transformed into an intimate garden dinner hidden in lush florals. Drink, dine, and dance with us on Saturday, May 9, as we raise funds to support the A2SO’s Learning & Community Programs.
Here are just a few of the initiatives that your generosity supports:
Link Up youth concert at Hill Auditorium in partnership with Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute- A2SO @ School visits in the Ann Arbor area
- KinderConcerts at local libraries for kids ages 5 and younger
- Instrument Petting Zoos at community events throughout the region
- Farmers Market performances featuring A2SO musicians
- Young Artist Competition for talented high schoolers in the state of Michigan
- Bus support through our Buy a Bus program for students to attend A2SO events
- Teacher and community resources, curated and assembled for use on our website and social media
- Music Teacher database, listing practicing teachers and coaches throughout the area, all in one place
Secret Garden Gala 2026
Saturday, May 9, 2026| 6 PM
Ann Arbor City Club
1830 Washtenaw Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Pre-event drinks and signature cocktails- Elegant plated dinner
- Special guest speakers
- Raffle & paddle raise
- Live music and entertainment, featuring DJ Myint!