SPARK AFTER DARK 2024
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Tue, October 15, 2024
6:00 PM CT
LOCATION

Thinkery
1830 Simond Ave
Austin, TX 78723

Joy will Bloom on October 15, 2024

We can’t wait to see you at Spark After Dark on Tuesday, October 15. It’s going to be a fabulous evening of wonder and play, as guests will be immersed in a space where creativity flourishes and joy blooms through interactive STEAM demonstrations, storytelling, and opportunities to invest in joyful learning for ALL. It’s a party you won’t want to miss! If you have any questions about the event, please reach out to our Advancement Team at development@thinkeryaustin.org

 

To use your personal event promo code, click the register button on the top right and proceed to the purchase ticket page. On that page, the words "apply promo code" will appear in yellow text. Once you click that text, you will be able to enter and validate your promo code. Questions? Reach out to the Advancement Team at development@thinkeryaustin.org. 

 

Event details
Spark After Dark: Joy in Bloom
Presented by H-E-B
October 15, 2024
7 - 10 PM; Doors open at 6 PM

Thinkery – Meredith Learning Lab 

 

Location & Parking

Spark After Dark is hosted at Thinkery – Meredith Learning Lab at 1830 Simond Ave., Austin, TX 78723. Doors open at 6 PM for cocktail hour and all guests will enter through the front doors facing the paseo.  
 
Metered street parking is available, as well as paid parking at the McBee District Parking Garage (1826 McBee St.) and the Simond Parking Garage (1601 Robert Browning St.). If you plan to park in one of the garages, we encourage you to create a Metropolis account ahead of time for fast and easy parking. 

Attire

Please come dressed in your finest Austin-inspired cocktail attire. Florals encouraged!  

Check In

For a speedy process, please be sure to pre-authorize your credit card. It's as easy as 1,2, and 3! 

  1. Click “already registered?”at the top right of this page and enter your email address. This will take you to your personal event page where you can register your card. 

  1. Once on your personal event page, in the top right corner, under your name, there is a link that says click to view tickets. Click the link.  

  1. From there, you will be able to do early check-in, pre-register your card, and update your contact information. 

 


Special thanks to our Spark After Dark sponsors

 

PRESENTING SPONSOR

 
PLAYFULNESS SPONSORS

 

 

BELONGING SPONSORS

   

 

INNOVATION SPONSORS
 MUELLER | SCOTT Concepts | Jackson Walker | Beacon Nonprofit Consulting | MFI Foundation 
Jocelyn and Andy Tau | Gabe Thurman

 

COLLABORATION SPONSORS
ROBO | Team Ramirez
 

IN-KIND SPONSORS
Brown Distributing Co. | Dripping Springs Distilling | Liquid Death | Perissos Vineyard and Winery | Still Austin Whiskey Co.

 

Thank you to our incredible Host Committee  

 Kelli Hodges: Event Chair 
Dionne Barner, Jennifer Gonzalez, Kelli Hodges, Megan Lyons, Nique Mayo, Linsey Nixon, Devi Shah

Tickets


$250 Spark After Dark 2024 - Single Ticket

Donating at this level provides one ticket to Spark After Dark. Please contact development@thinkeryaustin.org with any questions.

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$500 Spark After Dark 2024 - Two Tickets

Donating at this level provides two tickets to Spark After Dark. Please contact development@thinkeryaustin.org with any questions.

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$3,500 Collaboration Sponsor

Sponsor 15 community-serving organization memberships to Thinkery! Includes 4 tickets to Spark After Dark. You will be able to add or edit your guest information on the confirmation page or through your confirmation email after purchasing. Please contact development@thinkeryaustin.org with any questions.

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$5,000 Innovation Sponsor

Provide general admission for 300 guests to Thinkery through Museums for ALL! Includes 6 tickets to Spark After Dark. You will be able to add or edit your guest information on the confirmation page or through your confirmation email after purchasing. Please contact development@thinkeryaustin.org with any questions.

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$10,000 Belonging Sponsor

As a Belonging Sponsor, your support will remove financial barriers to summer learning and provide young minds with the opportunity to learn, play, and explore. Ignite a passion for STEAM learning and spark new ideas by sponsoring summer camp tuition for 28 kids at Thinkery! You will be able to add or edit your guest information on the confirmation page or through your confirmation email after purchasing. Please contact development@thinkeryaustin.org with any questions.

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$15,000 Playfulness Sponsor

Light the way for future leaders by sponsoring tuition for a Little Thinkers Preschool student for an entire academic school year! As a Playfulness Sponsor, you will remove financial barriers to joyful, play-based learning experiences that equip and inspire little thinkers to be confident, creative thinkers. You will be able to add or edit your guest information on the confirmation page or through your confirmation email after purchasing. Please contact development@thinkeryaustin.org with any questions.

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Event Offers


$100 Let Joy Bloom!

These beautiful centerpieces, crafted with love by the Thinkery community, can be yours with a $100 donation.

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Thinkery Team Thinkery development@thinkeryaustin.org Austin, TX