The Modesto Junior College Foundation will hold the 14th annual “Summer Sonata” on Thursday, July 15 at the Gallo Center for the Arts in downtown Modesto. The elegant evening features food by Appetez Restaurant, fine wine and music. The event begins with a reception at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m., and a silent auction will be held throughout the event.

The cost to attend is $150 per person and table sponsorships are still available. Event proceeds benefit college programs, campus projects and student scholarships.

Businesses or community members wishing to support the educational programs of MJC are invited to donate dinner parties, use of vacation homes or time shares, golf outings, original artwork, jewelry, cases of wine, gift certificates and other items for the silent auction. Campus divisions and departments are donating beautiful gift baskets for this year's silent auction.

 The Summer Sonata is the main fundraiser for the Foundation and has provided over $800,000 since its inception for MJC student scholarships, program grants, equipment and educational activities not provided by the state. A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization incorporated in 1968, the Foundation exists to generate financial support for and to increase community awareness of the students, programs, and activities of MJC.

 To donate an auction item, sponsor a table, or purchase Sonata tickets, call the MJC Foundation Office at 575-6068.