CLARYVILLE, NY — Frost Valley YMCA will hold a Castle Centennial Gala in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Frost Valley Castle, on Saturday, August 27.

The gala is a cocktail and music reception to bring awareness to the “Friends of the Castle” endowment, which provides daily care for the castle, allowing guests to experience it for years to come. Guests will enjoy an evening of live music by pianist Justin Kolb, as well as food, libations and beautiful views.

Kolb describes himself as a pianist, educator and performing arts entrepreneur. He has premiered compositions by Robert Starer, John Downey, Peter Schickele, Paul Alan Levi, William Ferris and Robert Cucinotta. Collaborations include performances with Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Hamburg Philharmonic, Amernet String Quartet, North Shore Concert Band and the William Ferris Chorale.

Sponsors of the event are Mike and Lorraine Dean, the Kaskel family, the Margetts Foundation and Robert Messick. Seats are limited for this once-in-a-100-year event and reservations are required.

Frost Valley YMCA is a values-driven organization that fosters youth development, healthy living and social responsibility through outdoor educational and recreational programs for all.

For more information call 845/985-2291, ext. 258.