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FAQ's

1. Who is Caring Communities?
Caring Communities, Inc. is a non-profit charitable organization (501-c3) that helps all persons with disabilities in Maryland and surrounding states. They run training and disability awareness programs and have started the largest online searchable respite care provider registery in the Maryland / DC region. They also produce World of Possibilities disAbitilies, Healthy Aging and Independent Living Expo, an annual consumer shopping, learning and networking event that is the largest of its kind in the Mid-Atlantic region. Caring Communities helps thousands of people with disabilities every year, and they are always looking for ideas to raise funds to offset operating expenses. New Year's Eve is the perfect opportunity to celebrate on a magical night, have a great time at this all-inclusive extravaganza, and help us help the Maryland community with this must-be-at-event. www.caringcommunities.org

Because of the many events produced entirely by Caring Communities staff, as well as the contacts and resources of its partner organizations, Caring Communities is well established as a professional event producer and is fully capable of bringing you the finest, most exciting New Year's party you have ever attended in Baltimore. Just check out the video from last year's event: VIDEO HERE

2. Will a portion of my ticket price be tax-deductible?
Yes, $25.00 per ticket should be considered as tax deductible contribution to Caring Communities, a 501c-3 charitable organization. Please consult your tax adviser.

3. How should I dress?
Dress to Impress! We want you to be comfortable, but this is new Year's Eve! Ladies typically wear evening/cocktail dresses, men typically wear a jacket. Be creative, think Video Music Awards. (Note to gentlemen: Please, no t’s, jeans, or sneakers!). NO tux is required, unless you want to kick it up a notch!

4. Why is our NYE's party unique?
Well, we have been going to New Years’ Galas for over 20 years, and we LOVE New Year’s parties: Dressing up, arriving, the food, the people, the music, the good times. In previous years we went to many New Year's Eve parties, including huge New Year’s parties in Baltimore advertised as the biggest and best. We spent plenty, and we had a pretty good time. We had friends, drinks, a little dancing. The band, well, we’ve heard better; the food was second rate, and every “themed area” looked identical. We knew we could do better, and help a charity out at the same time!

This event will be so different. We will have multiple party areas with different kinds of music. Working with the event venue, the caterer and entertainment, we have ensured that each area will be different than the last, with different food, specialty bars, entertainment and decor. The evening will go so quickly between food, drinks, music, dancing, New Year’s toasts, you may not have time to see it all. There's the mock Casino Gambling, photos on the Red Carpet, Las Vegas Style Night Club, Warfield Rock Club with live music, the Chill Lounge with live acoustic music, wine and cheese and comfortable seating, Cigar Outdoor Lounge, and multiple specialty bars all waiting for you!

5. What is there to eat and drink?
Unlike those other parties, we don't try to stuff you up with pasta and rice. This is a fancy event, so live a little! We will have an elegant assortment of fruits and cheeses, delicious Maryland crab dip, Grilled Sausages, mini spinach balls and shrimp cocktail, Beef tenderloin tips with burgundy wine sauce. Want something different? Try the Chicken kebab style topped with New Orleans creamy Cajun sauce or the Tomato & Basil Brushetta. Then there’s gourmet desserts and coffee in a quiet area. All drinks are available at our HUGE open bars located in different uniqe themed areas. We doubled the bartenders to ensure NO LONG LINES. They will have a wide selection of premium beers, wines and mixed cocktails, as well as a few specialty drinks. Plus a specialty Bar in the hot spots, like the Shooter Bar in the Warfield Rock Club. And after midnight, enjoy a continental breakfast available at the food stations.

Looking to treat yourself? For an upgaded bar selection and menu, plus exclusive entertainment, purchase a VIP ticket that includes menu items like Bacon Wrapped Scallops and Petite Maryland Crab Cakes, Premium Bar Service with Grey Goose and other top shelf brands, two exclusive lounges with table seating and your very own entertainment. Appearing in Rain (the Sheraton's beautiful open restaurant) will be DJ Joe Ball, bringing the top dance hits and spectacular festive lighting. DJ Edgar D will be spinning tunes in the Lindsay Ballroom, and expect more surprises!. And you can always access the rest of the party, including the Monte Carlo Casino, the Red Carpet, Fitzgerald's Night Club, Warfield's Rock Club with live music by mega band Never Never, Cigar Outdoor Lounge, and multiple specialty bars.

6. Where do we park?
There is a free covered parking at the Sheraton Baltimore North! Check out all the parking details and how to get to the Sheraton Baltimore North on our Directions page.

7. Are there hotel packages available?
Discount rooms are still available at Sheraton Baltimore North. Check rates HERE. Discount rooms are also available at Towson University Marriott Hotel, about 1 mile away. Check rates HERE.

8. I need lots to do at a party. Will this keep me busy?
For starters, we’ll have plenty of food and drink to enjoy. Then there are our unique themed entertainment areas -visit them all! Don't miss the Monte Carlo Casino, get your FREE GAMING CHIPS and let it ride!. Have a smoke in our Outdoor Cigar Lounge (cigars will be on sale), or enjoy the quieter areas of the hotel.

9. We like some quiet time where we can escape from the crowd and talk with our friends. Is there an area to chill out?
Of course, there are many corners to which you can escape. We have a special Chill Lounge with comfortable seating and America's Got talent finalist Drew Stevyns perorming his acoustic act for your enjoyment. Weather permitting, the comfortable Outdoor Cigar Lounge will have table seating and heaters. Plus don't forget to reserve a room at the beautiful Sheraton Baltimore North for quiet escape if needed (we have secured special pricing for rooms, so book your room as early as possible.) So in short, yes we expect there are ample options for a quiet retreat should you wish.

10. What is the age limit to attend?
You must be 21 or over. Valid, up-to-date photo ID with date of birth will be required, in accordance with Maryland State Law. Sorry, if you forget your ID, you will not be admitted, and NO REFUND will given.

11. We're late night party people. Anything going on after the party ends?
Yes. Since you've asked, the Sheraton Baltimore North is only 15 minutes from the beautiful Baltimore Inner Harbor, Power Plant Live! entertainment complex. Nearby downtown Towson is also busy late into the morning on New Years. Either locaton you'll find several interesting night clubs will be open until 4:00 am or later. Please drive responsibly and have either a designated driver or even better reserve a limo for the night or call or have the hotel call a taxi for you.

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