Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center (SPARCC) will host its annual black-tie gala, SPARCCle in Garden, on Friday, November 3, 2023, at the Marie Selby Botanical Garden. SPARCCle in the Garden promises to be a magical evening with a three-course dinner by Michael’s on East, live musical entertainment by The Bay Kings, raffles and curated live and silent auction packages, all to support of SPARCC's vital mission to provide a safe haven and promote empowerment, awareness, and social change to end domestic and sexual violence. In addition to a vibrant Live auction and a 7-day Holland America Cruise raffle, SPARCCle in the Garden will also feature a captivating silent auction, boasting a wide array of unique and desirable items. Live Auction items include: A 7-night stay for up to 12 guests at Birchwood Estate in the Village of Adare, Ireland, A 7-night stay for up to 14 guests at a private, gated luxury villa in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, A 4-day, 3-night stay for up to 4 guests in an 1,150 square foot luxury flat at The Residence at St. Andrews, St. Andrews, Scotland, overlooking the North Sea, Michael’s on East Wine Dinner for 10 This year’s event is Co-Chaired by long-time SPARCC supporters, Cathy Bachand, JoAnn Heisen, Bonnie McIntyre, Kimberley Pelyk and Sue Wilson. A limited number of individual tickets and sponsorships are still available. For reservations or sponsorship information, visit www.sparcc.net/events.