50th Anniversary Gala

Join us for a celebration of Kopernik's remarkable first 50 years and to envision the next half-century together! Be inspired by Kopernik’s history and its contributions to our region in the areas of science, technology, and engineering. Learn about Kopernik’s plans for the next 50 years and ways you can share in building our legacy for generations to come. Join us in a champagne toast to Kopernik’s future as we “Reach for the Stars” through our shared commitment to education and lifelong learning.

Registration closes on September 26, 2024

Event Schedule:

• 5:30PM - Kopernik Exhibitions and Demonstrations
  • Enjoy cash bar and light hors d'oeuvres

• 6:30PM - Dinner and Presentations
  • Welcome and Recognitions
  • "Look Up, Dream Big" – Kopernik's First 50 Years

• 8:00PM
  • Keynote Speaker - Distinguished Professor of Chemistry and Nobel Laureate M. Stanley Whittingham
  • Concluding Remarks - "Reach for the Stars" – Kopernik's Next 50 Years

Registration for Kopernik's 50th Anniversary Gala includes dinner. When registering, choose from 4 entrees:

• Strip Steak - Roasted Pepper Relish, Cabernet Demi-Glaze, Potato Gratin, Seasonal Vegetable
• Roasted Chicken - Marinated Chicken Breast, Caramelized Shallot Sauce, Truffled Mac and Cheese (Prepared with Cavatappi Pasta), Seasonal Vegetable
• Salmon - Herb Crusted Salmon Filet, Mediterranean Cous-Cous, Artichoke Hearts, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Herb Pesto
• Vegetable Crostata - Grilled Eggplant, Peppers, Squash, Caramelized Onion, Flaky Pastry Crust, Tri-Colored Quinoa Pilaf

All dinners come with DoubleTree salad, rolls & butter, chocolate flourless torte, coffee, decaf, hot tea. Please be sure to indicate special dietary restrictions when registering.

For tax purposes, only $50 is deductible for federal income tax purposes.
The balance of $50 represents the fair market value of the food and entertainment for the event.