Belle Isle Conservancy Set to Polish Detroit's Jewel

DETROIT - Sept. 5, 2013 - PRLog -- Nearly 500 women are expected to don chic chapeaus for the Belle Isle Conservancy’s (BIC) 9^th annual Polish the Jewel, Belle Isle Legacy Luncheon on Wednesday, September 25, 2013. From 11:00a-1:00p, guests will savor gourmet fare and socialize among community leaders and Belle Isle Park supporters, including Luncheon Chair Sheila Cockrel and Mistress of Ceremonies, WJBK Anchor Monica Gayle at the Park’s landmark Belle Isle Casino.

Throughout the afternoon, attendees have the opportunity to bid on an array of silent auction items including:

·      • Hotel stays at Grand Hotel, MGM Grand Detroit and Westin Book Cadillac

·      • New and vintage jewelry

·      • Boutique accessories

·      • Fine art

·      • Sports, dining and entertainment packages

·      • Unique family-friendly experiences

“The Polish the Jewel, Belle Isle Legacy Luncheon is now a 9-year tradition celebrating Detroit’s jewel – Belle Isle. We look forward to an enjoyable autumn afternoon supporting the Belle Isle Conservancy’s mission,” said Sheila Cockrel.

General admission tickets to the Luncheon are $125, with Benefactor tickets ranging from $250 to $1,000. Contact 248.336.8360 or visit www.belleisleconservancy.org to RSVP by September 9^th.

The 2013 Polish the Jewel luncheon is sponsored and supported by DTE Energy Foundation, Strategic Staffing Solutions and Quicken Loans/Rock Ventures.

Belle Isle Casino is located at Casino Way and Sunset Drive in Detroit.

Valet parking is provided.

About Belle Isle Conservancy

The mission of the Belle Isle Conservancy is to protect, preserve, restore and enhance the natural environment, historic structures and unique character of Belle Isle as a public park for the enjoyment of all – now and forever. For more information about BIC, visit: www.belleisleconservancy.org

MEDIA ONLY: For more information or to obtain photos from previous luncheons, contact C&B Scene at 248.336.8360 or scene@candbscene.com