King County Nurses Association Annual Gala 2025

Celebrate National Nurses Month with King County Nurses Association at the KCNA Annual Gala!

Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration and networking. The event will take place on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 5:30 PM set in the beautiful Sunset Bay Lodge at the Ballard Elks with water views of the bay.

Get ready to enjoy delicious food, laugh and have fun while you celebrate the nursing profession. You'll meet our 2025 scholarship recipients, our Shining Star Nurse awardees and have a blast at our auction to raise funds for nursing student scholarships.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow professionals and have a great time. We can't wait to see you there!

We will formally present our 2025 scholarship recipients to the nursing community at the Annual Gala. You'll be amazed at their nursing journeys!

You’ll have the opportunity to support our scholarship fund during the evening by participating in our exciting auction. Up for bid will be exclusive items and experiences, including passes to local attractions, unique activities, dining vouchers to top restaurants, and even getaways to nearby casinos.

Enter to win themed Raffle Baskets valued over $250.

GALA BUFFET MENU by Cameron Catering

V = Vegan | VEG = Vegetarian | GF = Gluten Free | CN = Contains Nuts | DF = Dairy Free

Passed Appetizers:

• Cajun Spiced Grilled Prawn on Endive Spear with Green Goddess
• Corn and Tomato Chow Chow in a Cucumber Cup (V, GF)

Buffet Menu:

• Chermoula Roasted Filet of Cod topped with a Pickled Lemon Relish and an Herb Yogurt Sauce (GF, DF)
• Seasonal Quinoa Vegetable Cakes
• Roasted Vegetable and Quinoa Cakes served with vegan Basil Aioli (V, GF)
• Olive Oil Roasted Fingerling Potatoes with Garlic, Lemon Zest, Thyme, Rosemary, Dill and Parsley
• Grilled Asparagus with Spring Peas, Watermelon Radish and Lemon Aioli (V, GF) Lemon Aioli (V)
• Baby Spinach Salad with Dates and Almonds with Sumac Marinated Red Onion (V,GF)
• Rolls and Butter

Dessert:

• Individual Flourless Mocha Cakes
• White chocolate Mousse Cups with Fresh Raspberries
• Lemon Meringue Tartlets

Beverages:

• Coffee and water
• No host bar will be available

Event registration ends May 1, 2025.

Had a great time in 2024? Hope to see you again this year!

Host or Publisher King County Nurses Association