Silver Stars Shine with Optimism and Service to Others
Tallahassee Senior Services to Honor Exceptional Seniors with Gala This Week
May 20, 2019
On Thursday, May 23, Tallahassee’s most accomplished seniors will be honored at the 18th annual Silver Stars Gala, which is the community’s premier senior recognition event. The Gala centers around the celebration of “Silver Stars,” who are individuals that contribute to the community and exemplify active aging. This year, eight individuals will be recognized for their positive outlook, active lifestyle and dedication to others since the age of 60.
The 2019 Silver Stars award recipients are Albert Green; Betty King; Carriemae Marquess, Ph.D.; Peter M. Piper; Robert DeWitt Smith; Sue Spencer; Viola “Vi” Taylor; and L. Everett Yarbrough.
In addition to honoring these Silver Stars, long-time Tallahassee Senior Center volunteers will be recognized for their service.
The Silver Stars Gala will take place on Thursday, May 23, at 5:45 p.m. at the University Center Club at Florida State University (FSU). Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased for $40/single, $75/couple and $360 for a table of 10. To purchase tickets, please call 891-4003. To purchase tickets online or to read complete biographies on each of this year’s Silver Stars award recipients, visit TallahasseeSeniorFoundation.org.
The Silver Stars Gala is presented by the Tallahassee Senior Center & Foundation in partnership with Capital Health Plan and other businesses.
Tallahassee Senior Services is part of the City of Tallahassee's Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Affairs Department. For more information on its programs and events, please contact the Tallahassee Senior Center at 891-4000 or visit Talgov.com/Seniors. You can also keep up-to-date by liking the Tallahassee Senior Center on Facebook.
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