By Anna Skinner
A 1920s themed event will take place June 11 to inform kids about the Make Good Decisions initiative that aims to prevent use of alcohol, drugs and destructive behavior in teens.
The Bling Pig a Speakeasy Shindig hopes to inform teens about the Indiana Lifeline Law and deter them from using drugs and alcohol.
Back in prohibition days, when alcohol was illegal, there was a charge admission to see a blind pig, with free alcohol provided. The people paying to see the blind pig where really paying for the alcohol, and that is where the 1920s themed shindig originated from.
This is the second year for the event.
“Make Good Decisions is an awareness campaign for the Indiana Lifeline Law and the dangers of drugs and alcohol,” Michele Whelchel, chief advancement officer for the Indiana Youth Services Association, said. “We use the money raised to help us travel. We speak all over the state and our speakers are normally free. We also do a social media campaign and a digital campaign to colleges.”
The event will have a silent auction, a live auction and a raffle. There are still sponsorships available for anyone interested in sponsoring the event.
The event will be held at The Colombia Club at 121 Monument Circle, Indianapolis. Registration starts at 6 p.m., and runs from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. There is complimentary valet parking for all guests.
“We want to get the message out and basically educate the youth of Indinaa about the dangers of underage drinking and drug use. If you know a teen or youth and you want to help save a life, you want to come to this event,” Whelchel said.
Tickets are $75, or $750 for a table. Visit www.indysb.org to reserve a seat or email Whelchel at [email protected].
