Redlands, CA—Redlands Sunrise Rotary is pleased to announce that the fifth annual New Orleans style Crab ‘N Jazz Celebration supporting local youth and community activities will be held Saturday, March 12, 2011, at 5 p.m. in the garden pavilions at the Edwards Mansion.

Event chair and Rotarian Chris Martin promises a good time for all who attend the celebration. Crab ‘N Jazz 2011 will feature delicious food, New Orleans style jazz and live and silent auctions with the chance to win fabulous prizes. The event, hosted by the Sunrise Rotary Club supports youth activities, scholarships, local parks and more.

Crab ‘N Jazz guests will enjoy an “All You Can Eat Alaska Crab Leg Dinner,” as well as a beer tasting sponsored by Local Craft Brewers to support the Curtis Allen Music Scholarship. Unique Mardi-Gras themed entertainment highlights are to include live New Orleans style jazz music and dancing.  Silent and Live Auctions will offer event guests the opportunity to bid on premium items, including:  gift baskets, local services, exotic travel vacations and more.

Tickets are on sale now for this event, with only 350 available. Tickets are $75.00 per person, with tables for eight available for $600.00. Sponsorship tables for eight can be purchased for $800.00, featuring special program recognition and more.

The Crab ‘N Jazz  dinner is presented by Sunrise Rotary event chair Chris Martin and Rotary committee members: Tom Beyer, Kelley Bowden, Janey Cole, John Dudding, Cheryl Evans, Tom Godfrey,  Chris Johnson, Tabetha Johnson, Carolyn Kelsey, Sharron Mathews, Jackie Meyer, Gail Montgomery-Johnson, Jim Pettey, Carla Powell ,Shawn Ryan, Beth Sanders, Jess Sigelow, Lynda Snyder and Stewart Undem.

Please visit us on the web at http://www.crabandjazz.com or call (909) 335-1937 to purchase tickets and for further event information.

About the Redlands Sunrise Rotary Club

Redlands Sunrise Rotary is devoted to the principles of Rotary International, including its motto, “Service Above Self.”  The club meets Wednesdays at 7:00 a.m. at the Redlands Country Club.  Visitors are always welcome.

Editor’s contact: Sunrise Rotary Publicity Chair Randy Brown:  (909) 335-1941

Email: brownr@rbmarketing.com