Tickets are now available for United Way's signature fundraising event, Red, White and Bayou on Friday, May 11, 2018 are now available at United Way.

This annual event is at the home of Dr. Jim and Sydney Boerner. It supports the local United Way's impact on the community with an outdoors, casual dinner reflective of the southern coastal culture.

The evening includes a Premier Reception for sponsors at the $500 level and above will be held at 6:00 p.m. inside the home. An outdoor dinner will follow at 7:00 p.m. The Alley on Main is set to cater this year's event with a menu consisting of Cajun and bayou inspired specialties.

Dr. Jim and Sydney Boerner, hosts of Red, White and Bayou, said, "We are delighted to host this year's annual Red, White and Bayou for the United Way. They continue to be dedicated to bettering the lives of Rutherford and Cannon county citizens. United Way certainly fulfills its mission in our community by mobilizing our collective caring power. We invite you to join us in this effort".

Tickets are $75 each for dinner. Proceeds will benefit the United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties to make an impact in the areas of education, health and financial stability. For tickets, please visit www.yourlocaluw.org/redwhiteandbayou or text the keyword 'BAYOU' to 41444.

The deadline to RSVP is May 4, 2018. For more information, contact Aurelia Holden at (615) 893-7303 ext. 101 or Aurelia.Holden@yourlocaluw.org.

Red, White and Bayou committee members include chairs: Carrie Beth & Kirk Catron along with Julie & Matthew Stump. Committee members include Pete Adams, Sydney Boerner, James Calder, Candyce Corcoran, Terry Cunningham, Vicki Eastham, Caroline Howell, Liz Rhea, Terry Schneider, Bobby Smith, Lori Sain Smith, Ashley Stearns and Hanna Witherspoon.

About United Way

United Way advances the common good by creating opportunities for a better life for all. United Way focuses on education, health and financial stability - the building blocks for a good quality of life. United Way recruits people and organizations who bring the passion, expertise, and resources needed to get things done through giving, advocating, and volunteering.

The United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties is located at 3050 Medical Center Pkwy in Murfreesboro. For more information, please call (615) 893-7303 or visit www.yourlocaluw.org.