August 6, 2025
For Immediate Release
Contact: Acting Mayor Gene P. Nocera, 860-638-4801

19TH ANNUAL MAYOR’S BALL 

Friday, October 10, 2025 at the Wadsworth Mansion at Long Hill in Middletown 

Middletown, CT – Acting Mayor Gene P. Nocera is pleased to announce that the 19^th annual Mayor’s Ball will take place on Friday, October 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Wadsworth Mansion at Long Hill, located at 421 Wadsworth Street in Middletown.

The invitation is open to all members of the public and businesses. The proceeds from this community fundraiser will benefit Oddfellows Youth Theater, celebrating their 50^th Anniversary this year, the Middletown Police Athletic League (PAL), and the Amazing Grace Food Pantry, a program of St. Vincent de Paul Middletown.  

Awards will also be presented at the Mayors Ball to members of our community in recognition of their ongoing contributions to Middletown. The Mayor’s Humanitarian Award will be presented to Mark Masselli, founder of the Community Health Center. The City of Middletown Quentin Soldier Williams Community Service Award will be presented to Pamela Steele, Chamber Chairwoman of the Central Business Bureau and owner of Pamela Roose Specialty Hand Knits & Yarn.

The Mayor’s Ball will feature dinner catered by the Aqua Turf, drinks, and dancing. Dress for the event is formal attire. Perceptions Photography will be onsite to capture images of the evening, which will be available for purchase after the event.

Tickets for the Ball are $125.00 per person. There are also several levels of sponsorships available, ranging from $50 to $2,300. For more information on tickets and sponsorship opportunities, please contact the Mayor’s Office at (860) 638-4801. If interested in attending, please rsvp by September 19^th.

Please join us for this community event and help support these very worthwhile causes!