Please Join Us!

Fashion forward sponsor / underwriter commitments received by February 23, 2026,

will be reflected in the invitation.

JOSLYN IN BLOOM FASHION SHOW LUNCHEON

AVANT-GARDEN

Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa, Rancho Mirage

Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 11am-2pm

Avant-garde is a French term of military origin translating as “advance guard” or “vanguard.” In the arts and literature, the term identifies an experimental genre or work of art which is aesthetically and intellectually innovative. Notable avant-garde movements include Bauhaus, Cubism, Dadaism, Futurism, and Surrealism.

We invite you to stroll the Avant-Garden path with us for

The 16th Annual Joslyn in Bloom

Fashion Show Luncheon!

Sparkling Wine Reception & Silent Auction

11am-12pm

Luncheon & Program

12pm-2pm

Three-Course Luncheon Including Wine

(dietary restrictions in advance, please)

Merritt & Penny Joslyn Award Honoring

Barbara Rogers & Gary Geske

Live Auction & Raise the Paddle Fund Appeal

Freddie Silveria, FSA Auctions

Fashion Show by SUSANSTEINSTYLE!

Featuring "Model Citizens" from the

Coachella Valley Community

Joslyn in Bloom Model Citizens Class of 2025

 Suggested Avant-Garde Luncheon Attire

Complimentary Valet Parking

SPONSORSHIP & UNDERWRITING OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship opportunities range from $2,500 to $20,000, and underwriting opportunities are available for key components ranging from $2,000 to $10,000 with commensurate benefits.

There are a limited number of preferred tables along the runway. Click below to reserve your VIP vantage point! 

Fashion forward commitments received by Monday, February 23, 2026, will be reflected in the invitation.

TICKETS & TABLE CAPTAINS

$150 per Person ($100 Fair Market Value)

$1,500 per Table Captain (10 guests, $1,000 FMV)

RSVP, Inquiries, or Payment by Phone

760-895-4654 / 760-895-4651

Please reply by Wednesday, April 1, 2026

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS & UNDERWRITERS

CUBISM SPONSORS

Barry Kaufman &

Margo Handelsman

DADAISM SPONSOR

FUTURISM SPONSORS

Jeff Elder &

Karla Kjellin-Elder

WINE PATRON

Susan Gelman

SPARKLING WINE PATRON

PROGRAM BOOK PATRON

Marge Welmas Barry

The Joslyn Center provides extensive programs and services for older adults in Indian Wells, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and surrounding Coachella Valley communities.

Thank you to the Cities of Indian Wells, Palm Desert and

Rancho Mirage for their ongoing support.