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GATHERINGIn The GroveArtist Gala & Flint Hills Maker Showcase, Council Grove KS

Hands On, Hand Made, High QualityCOUNCIL GROVE, KS

Nicky TiffanyI grew up not knowing the quiet moments around kitchen tables,barns, and backroads were shaping me for a lifetime of hospitality andlegacy work. Now, as a ranch mom and entrepreneur, I’ve learned thetruest leadership often happens in places the world forgets to look.Gathering in the Grove was born from that conviction — that thehands and hearts of women matter, that artistry and hospitality belongtogether, and that legacy is not just what we leave, but what we live.This year, my hope is that you feel more than the beauty of the artand the warmth of the evening. I hope you sense a story bigger thanany single event — one that begins here in Council Grove and carriesforward through every woman who dares to create, lead, and rise.Your presence is more than attendance. It is participation. It isinvestment. It is legacy in motion.With gratitude and grit,Nicky Tiffany Curator, Gathering in the GroveA note from...

Welcome ToThe GroveTWO DAYS. ONE PURPOSE: HONOR, ARTISTRY, AND LEGACY.Join us for a reimagined Gathering in the Grove —a two-day legacy celebration of women-ledartistry, Western hospitality, and the spirit of theFlint Hills.Friday, November 7, 2025 – An intimatefundraiser dinner and artist gala inside theTerritory Ballroom.Saturday, November 8, 2025 – A curatedMaker & Artist Showcase, open to the publicduring Council Grove’s Candlelight Charmweekend.

Our Purpose |preserve & propelWe bring together artists, makers, and patrons whobelieve in craftsmanship, storytelling, and rural legacy.This revitalized event bridges artistry and hospitality— where tickets, conversations, and purchasesbecome investments in the future.Proceeds support the Rural Legacy Fund:Fueling rural arts education.Supporting women-led creative projects.Sustaining future Gatherings in the Flint Hills.

Event HistoryFounded in 2006, Gathering in the Grove beganas a fine art show in the iconic Flint Hills. Today,reimagined with fresh vision and care, it continuesto honor artists and patrons with a high-qualityshowcase built for years to come.Rooted In Tradition, Reimagined For Tomorrow

Friday Night: Fundraiser Dinner & Artist GalaTicketed event featuring live music, artist previews,and a fireside-style program.Signature cocktails, seasonal grazing menu, andheartfelt stories.Saturday: Maker & Artist ShowcaseOpen to the public, 5pm–9pmGroup of ~10 curated female makers & artistsLive demos, gift tables, and heritage-inspireddisplaysDesigned for accessibility, meaningful shopping,and authentic connectionNew Event Format

Step into a candlelit ballroom where every detail tells a story.Cocktails & Connection — Signature Territory cocktails and warmintroductions with our featured artists.Harvest Table — Seasonal grazing plates and small bites inspired bythe Flint Hills.Welcome & Vision — A word of gratitude and purpose, introducingthe Rural Legacy Fund.Artist Spotlights — Storytelling and inspiration from the makerswhose hands carry heritage forward.Gallery Time — A chance to linger, shop meaningfully, and connectpersonally with each artist.Sweet Finale — Dessert and a whiskey toast to legacy and theenduring spirit of the prairie.TICKETS AVAILABLE AT HEREWhere legacy meets hospitalityFundraiser Dinner & Artist GalaFriday, November 8, 2025

professionalWe are inviting a select group of makers, artists, andfine craftspeople whose work reflects heritage,craftsmanship, and heart.Space is limited—roughly 10 artists will be selectedeach year.You do not need to apply through a juried platform.Instead, email a few photos and a short bio to beconsidered.Booth Fee: $50 per 10'x10' space (includesFriday evening gala attendance)Location: The Territory Ballroom, indoor venuewith heating, restrooms, and bar serviceIncludes: Artist spotlight feature, social mediahighlights, complimentary dinner ticket & more.Artist Invitationcraftsmanship, storytelling, legacy

Artist Perks & ApplicationsNo commission on salesVIP access to the Friday GalaOpportunity to connect with collectors and community in a relaxed,beautiful settingSignature gifts + hospitality touches providedTo be considered for a 2026 artist slot, please send:3 photos of your workYour price range1 paragraph artist bio email: legacy@nickytiffany.com

An Evening In The GroveWe Invite You!General Admission – $75 Access to the full evening experience: artist showcase, dinner, drinks,and community.Legacy Table Host – $125/person Reserved seating, early cocktail preview, and special recognition.Every ticket benefits the Rural Legacy Fund—fueling women in thearts, rural hospitality projects, and future creative education in theFlint Hills.Guests enjoy a curated artist gallery, locally sourced small bites, andsignature Territory cocktails—an evening where art and impact meet.This isn’t just another gala. It’s a chance to gather with purpose:supporting women, honoring makers, and seeding legacy in the heartof the Flint Hills.

By The NumbersGATHERING IN THE GROVE AT A GLANCEFounded: 2006, Council Grove, KSReimagined: 2025Format: 2 days — Friday Fundraiser Gala +Saturday ShowcaseArtists: ~10 curated female makers + finecraftswomenGuests: 200+ expected over the weekendImpact: 100% of proceeds benefit the LegacyFundRural Legacy Fund Pillars: Women in the Arts Rural Hospitality Creative EducationA concise story in numbers: a rooted tradition, athriving future.

Sponsors aren’t just underwriting an event —they’re fueling a movementInvest In LegacyYour sponsorship ensures Gathering in the Grove is more than an eveningin the ballroom. It becomes a catalyst that:Preserves women’s artistry in the Flint Hills.Cultivates rural hospitality projects that strengthen community.Equips future generations through creative education.Every dollar given here ripples outward — from classrooms to ranchkitchens, from galleries to boardrooms — carrying forward the spirit oflegacy.

Invest In ArtistryFuel LegacyLegacy Partner — $5,000+Premier recognition as presenting sponsor across all eventmaterials.Logo + name placement on stage signage, program, andmedia mentions.Reserved Legacy Table (8 seats) with early cocktail preview+ VIP hospitality.Featured spotlight in artist gallery booklet.Year-round recognition as a founding partner of the LegacyFund.Heritage Sponsor — $2,500Recognition in event program, website, and social media.4 Legacy Table Host tickets with reserved seating.Mention during welcome remarks.Option to host an artist spotlight or gallery feature.Prairie Sponsor — $1,000Recognition in program + social media features.2 Legacy Table Host tickets with reserved seating.Special acknowledgment during dessert & whiskeytoast.Community Sponsor — $500Recognition in program.2 General Admission tickets.Invitation to Saturday Showcase private preview.Your sponsorship ensures that Gathering in theGrove is more than an event — it becomes amovement that preserves artistry, cultivateshospitality, and propels rural legacy in the Flint Hills.

How To PartnerSecure your sponsorship today to guarantee recognitionin our 2025 program and marketing materials.Contact:Nicky Tiffany Curator, Gathering in the Grove legacy@nickytiffany.com 785-587-7870https://theterritoryballroom.com/gatheringinthegroveBe part of a story rooted in the prairie and risingtogether.

This event is not the end of the story — it’s the beginning.Gathering in the Grove reminds us that artistry, hospitality, and legacy arenot separate threads but part of one fabric. The Rural Legacy Fund existsso that what we begin here continues to ripple outward — intoclassrooms, into ranch kitchens, into boardrooms, and into the hands ofwomen creating with courage and purpose.In the spring, we will gather again — this time for Fluer-ish, a retreatdesigned to equip rural women leaders with the same spirit of grit andgrace you’ve experienced here tonight. From artistry to leadership, fromcommunity to personal growth, our mission is simple: - Celebrate what is created. - Equip those who carry it forward. - Ensure the Flint Hills remains a place where legacy flourishes.Your support, your presence, and your generosity make this possible.Thank you for choosing to be part of the story.Rooted in the prairie. Rising together.Carrying The Legacy Forward