Mad Hatter Ball
Don your most curious hat and follow us down the rabbit hole for an enchanting evening of imagination, celebration, and community spirit at Starr Library’s Mad Hatter’s Ball!
DATE AND TIME
Sat, October 04, 2025
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
LOCATION
Starr Library
68 W. Market St.
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
United States
DETAILS
On Saturday, October 4, 2025, our beloved library will transform into a whimsical Wonderland filled with delightful surprises for all ages. From games and crafts for the little dormice to cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and live entertainment for grown-up queens and knaves, this topsy-turvy affair promises to be the most magical night of the season! Why Attend? Because Starr Library is our very own Wonderland—a place where curiosity leads the way, stories spark imagination, and every visitor finds a bit of magic. Like Alice, our community members embark on journeys of discovery every day. Your presence at the Mad Hatter’s Ball helps ensure Starr Library continues to inspire minds, open hearts, and make wonder accessible to all. How Can You Help? We invite you to support this unforgettable event through sponsorship, attendance, or a donation fit for a Queen (of Hearts)! Your generosity will keep Starr Library thriving as a vibrant hub of creativity, curiosity, and connection. Sponsorships received before Sept. 20 will be recognized in the event program. Giving Levels (because even in Wonderland, generosity is magic):
TICKETS Selected during registration
The Hatter's Table (Marquee Sponsor)
$10,000.00 (16 Attendees)
Take your seat at the head of the table! Your extraordinary generosity sets the stage for a night of wonder and ensures Starr Library continues to inspire for years to come. Includes premium event recognition and special thanks. 8 adults + 8 children
Limited Number of Tickets
The Looking Glass Society (Sponsor)
$5,000.00 (12 Attendees)
Visionary support that reflects a boundless future for Starr Library - through the looking glass and into lasting impact. Includes event recognition if purchased before 9/20/25. 6 adults + 6 children
The Wonderland Circle (Sponsor)
$2,500.00 (8 Attendees)
Your royal support brings imagination to life for generations to come. Includes event recognition if purchased before 9/20/25. 4 adults + 4 children
The Queen of Hearts (Sponsor)
$1,000.00 (4 Attendees)
Paint the roses red! Your gift helps us dream big for our patrons. Includes event recognition if purchased before 9/20/25. 2 adults + 2 children
The Cheshire Cat (Sponsor)
$500.00 (2 Attendees)
Smile! Your gift makes the impossible possible. Includes event recognition if purchased before 9/20/25. 2 adult tickets
The White Rabbit (Sponsor)
$250.00 (1 Attendee)
Always on time to help our programs bound along! Includes event recognition if purchased before 9/20/25. 1 adult ticket
The Early Dodo (1 adult ticket)
$125.00 (1 Attendee)
Everyone can win the Caucus Race if they enter early! Catch a discounted ticket through 9/20. Thanks to you, we'll always know which way to go. 1 adult ticket
The Dormouse (1 child ticket)
$30.00 (1 Attendee)
Inspire the next generation of library lovers! Bring your little dormice for the children's activities downstairs, supervised by the Queen's Guards (high school volunteers). 1 child ticket
The White Knight (Donate a ticket)
$75.00 (1 Attendee)
No one should miss the nonsense! Donate a ticket and make sure everyone who’s curious can come along for the adventure.
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