he Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center will present Mendelssohn in C Major: 125th Anniversary Celebration Fundraiser on Thursday, October 15, 2009 at Franchesco’s.  Cocktails will be served at 5:30 p.m. and the dinner and program will begin at 6:30 p.m.  Admission is $30 per person.

Attendees will “C Major Results” of how the Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center has contributed to the Rockford community for over a century by presenting world-renowned musicians in concert, supporting young musicians, and offering opportunities for local musicians and music lovers to experience the joy of beautiful music.  With special music by the Bella String Quartet.

The Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center is pleased to partner with the Rockford Area Arts Council for this event.

To purchase tickets or make a donation, call the Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center at 815-964-9713 or visit the website at www.mendelssohnpac.org.  For more information, call 815-964-9713 or e-mail info@mendelssohnpac.org.