The Sheridan County Health Complex (SCHC) is hosting their inaugural Hospital Ball.  The event, titled “A Night of Simple Elegance”, will be held Saturday, November 23rd at the Hoxie Elks Lodge located west of Hoxie off Highway 24.

The semi-formal event (tuxedos and ball gowns not required) is being used to raise money for facility repairs and upgrades.  Tickets for the fundraiser are $35 for an individual, $60 for a couple, and $250 for a reserved table for 8.

Scheduled events for the day:

• 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 pm – Silent auction available for viewing at bidding at the Elks Clubhouse (with multiple items worth hundreds of dollars each such as pedal tractors, Vera Bradley purses and jewelry)
• 6:00 p.m. – Prime Rib dinner served
• 7:00 p.m. – Live entertainment
• 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. – Free dance with DJ Larry Beiker

Chris Niblock, Chief Financial Officer for SCHC told Hays Post that with changes in healthcare reform that negatively impact the “bottom line”, she and the other staff are taking steps to ensure they can still provide great healthcare while putting patients and residents first.

“We’re trying to think outside the box and come up with things like this that we can do that is a nice, fun time for the community.  We’re not asking for them to spend any more for the ticket to come there than they would spend if they were going anywhere for a nice steak dinner, but to top our evening off we have some really excellent live entertainment.”

Niblock said that as of November 20th, 210 people have RSVP’d for the event.  She added that there will be a handful of tickets available at the door for those who didn’t RSVP in advance.

Any donations are welcome. Those who are unable to attend but wish to make a contribution or with questions regarding the event are encouraged to call (785)-675-3281.