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37th Annual Patron Celebration

  • Athenaeum Music & Arts Library 1008 Wall Street La Jolla, CA 92037 (map)

Monday, June 15, 2026

6:30 PM Cocktail Reception

7:30 PM Dinner

The Patron Dinner is held annually in June in honor of our members at the Patron level and above. The celebration includes a cocktail hour and dinner, where the signature Patron Gift and Order of the Olive members are presented. In 1994, the tradition of a Patron Gift was begun. Each year, an artist who has exhibited at the Athenaeum is commissioned to create a limited-edition artwork, often reflecting the character of the organization. The first reproduction becomes part of the Athenaeum's permanent collection. The others are given as gifts to donors who support the Athenaeum at the Patron level or higher. For more information on Patron membership, please visit our membership section.  

 

RSVP essential by Friday, June 1, 2026.

Menu

Bar 

Guava Paloma 

Hors d’ouevres 

Blue Cheese, Pear, Walnuts, and Honey Croustades
Ceviche Tostaditas 

Appetizer

Beet, Butter Lettuce, Arugula, and Goat Cheese Salad

Buffet

Roasted Beef Tender Loin with Olive Chimichurri Sauce 
Mediterranean Rice 
Shrimp and Avocado Boats 
Crazy Potatoes 
Zucchini, Spring Mix, golden raisins and feta salad 
Fresh asparagus with Sauce Hollandaise 

Desserts 

Pistachio Gelato 
Banana Caramel Cheesecake 
Quince Tart 

Registration Confirmation Notice: 

Your reservation is not complete until you receive an email confirmation. If you do not receive a confirmation email, your seats have not been reserved. Please check your inbox and spam/junk folder or contact us at info@ljathenaeum.org or (858) 454-5872 to ensure your registration is finalized. 

Thank you!  

Earlier Event: June 15
No mini-concert
Later Event: June 17
Children's Storytime