White, whose parents were active in the museum, said the bash will be a benefit for Sunrise, but is also designed to get more young people involved in local cultural events. There are a lot of young people in Charleston who need to be involved. There's a lot to do in Charleston. Friends organizers picked the lobby of the former bank for its atmosphere. It's got that kind of New Orleans run-down kind of hotel feel to it.
Organizers plan to deck out one of the two adjoining rooms in the lobby as a lounge.
White said an 11-gallon champagne fountain will greet guests, who will have their choice of several kinds of fancy French wines, imported beer on tap and daring desserts donated by 15 to 20 restaurants and caterers. Refreshments are included in the price of admission. White said he even plans to have a fortune-teller tucked away in the spooky old bank vault. Party attire is encouraged, but not required. Not just a party.