You are cordially invited to the Village of Hoffman Estates' 50th anniversary Gala Dinner Dance on Saturday, Sept. 26. This black-tie optional celebration will take place at the Marriott Chicago Northwest Hotel located at 4800 Hoffman Blvd. in the western part of the Village.

The price is $50 a ticket, which goes towards the festivities and the cost of your meal. All attendees will also receive a complimentary history book, written by Historian Cheryl Lemus in honor of Hoffman Estates' birthday, and DVD of special interviews.

There will be a cocktail reception with cash bar. Registration starts at 5:45 p.m., followed by seating, a slideshow presentation and a welcome by the Master of Ceremonies – Mayor William D. McLeod – at 6:15 p.m. A champagne toast and dinner will begin at 7:15 p.m. Lastly, there will be music and dancing from 8:45 p.m. until 11 p.m.

Music is being provided by Déjà Vu Productions, and a photo booth is courtesy of Gem Productions.

Over 400 people are expected to attend this event.

For more information on the Gala or to make reservations, please contact Sue Lessen by phone at 847-781-2606, or by e-mail at suzanne.lessen@hoffmanestates.org. Reservations will be accepted until Thursday, Sept. 10.