Support Lazarus House at 'Unmasking the Face of Homelessness' gala Jan. 26

Mark your calendar for the fourth annual Lazarus House "Unmasking the Face of Homelessness" gala and benefit on Saturday, Jan. 26.

This special "Phantom of the Opera" inspired event will be 6 p.m. to midnight at the Q Center, off Route 25 in St. Charles.

Enjoy social hour with silent auctions and mystery wine, a plated dinner, and sweets.

Experience a heartwarming presentation about Lazarus House and a chance to bid on exciting live auction items.

And that's not all, Rat Pack Jazz with authentic retro style vocalist Frank Lamphere will perform immediately following the program.

So put your dancing shoes on and join them for an evening of helping your neighbors in need.

Lazarus House provides safe shelter, food, education and skills for life. The emergency shelter, Center for Transitional Living and Outreach Program serves men, women and children from Batavia, Geneva, St. Charles, and western rural Kane County, including Elburn and Sugar Grove.

The gala committee is currently seeking sponsors and donations for the silent and live auctions. Deadline to be included in the program book is Dec. 21.

Reservations are $150 per person. Black and white attire is suggested; masks are optional.

Reservations can be made now at www.lazarushouse.net/gala. Call Darlene at (630) 587-2144 for more information.