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Save the Date: August 7, 2026

Plant it Forward

Sunflowers at Sunset is a unique and elegant dinner in the field—a one-of-a-kind evening where nature, community, and purpose come together in a beautiful celebration of impact and connection.

Thank you to our
Sunflowers at Sunset 2025
Event Sponsors

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Presenting Sponsor

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Plant it Forward Sponsors

Tracy Haddad

Growth Leader Sponsors

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Cultivation Sponsors

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A Look Back at The Magic of 2025…

Start your evening at 5:30 p.m. with a signature cocktail or mocktail created by award-winning mixologist, Matt Gillen. Take advantage of memory-making and social media-worthy photo opportunities around the field of sunflowers. Enjoy appetizers and drinks.

During dinner be inspired by our very own STEM Future Leaders. Enjoy a delectable meal by Jacquie's Gourmet Catering.

Explore our Farm Shop and Art Walk. Shop handmade items by TSC campers and homegrown goods from Moore Road Farm, where 100% of proceeds will directly support youth in STEM. Take in the beautiful work of local Emerging artists who will donate a portion of their proceeds from the night to support TSC.

Dessert and Dancing by indulging in an interactive Sundae Station sponsored by BRICS  enjoy music from performer and songwriter Sarah Scharbrough and her jazz ensemble.

Sunset the Evening at 9 p.m. as the golden light fades across the field.

Know Before You Go

  • Rain or shine, the event will proceed, with a designated rain plan under a cozy large tent.

  • What to wear? We recommend “cocktail attire al fresco”–visualize an upscale garden party dress code with sensible shoes for walking in the field.

  • Enjoy the convenience of valet parking at the farm—feel free to thank your valet with a small tip. Email us by Thursday to request assistance with a complimentary golf cart ride to the event area in the field.

  • About the Impact: Help us Plant it Forward for youth by cultivating meaningful STEM learning opportunities that spark discovery and build future leaders. 

  • Sunflowers at Sunset welcome sign

  • Bright yellow sunflower surrounded by more yellow sunflowers.

  • Hanging glass votive holding a sunflower.

  • Magenta zinnia in a field of green grass.

  • Handmade stained-glass garden stakes in butterfly, moon, and honeycomb shapes

  • Seated man playing an electric guitar

  • Young adult interns speaking into a microphone.

  • High School Intern speaking about her experiences.

  • The STEM Connection's 5 Young Adult Interns for the 2025 Summer Camp season..

  • The STEM Connection administrative staff

  • Sunflowers at Sunset attendees sitting at a table while listening to speeches.

  • Sunflowers at Sunset guests talking and laughing.

  • Sunflowers at Sunset guest and The STEM Connection board member smiling and holding a fan.

  • Local Indianapolis glass artist talking to a Sunflowers at Sunset guest.

  • Vintage hay wagon with decorative straw bales and sunflowers.

  • Large photo arch with vining plants and sunflowers featuring Sunflowers at Sunset sign on an easel.

  • Long winding table with sunflowers and greenery running down the center.

Our Emerging Artists

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Sonja Daniel

Originally from Kentucky, Sonja has called Indiana home for the past 12 years. She discovered stained glass nearly two years ago while searching for a creative outlet, but it quickly became a true passion. Her work blends whimsical realism with a sense of coziness, drawing inspiration from the small moments that make life feel softer and spark joy. She primarily uses the copper foil method but enjoys exploring a variety of techniques within the craft.

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Colorful stained glass sunflower hanging decoration with yellow, orange, and red petal sections, backlit from within.
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Frankie Viglietta

Frankie Viglietta is an Indianapolis-based glass artist whose intuitive approach to glassblowing brings vibrant color and fluid pattern to life. Introduced to the medium while studying at Ball State University, Frankie discovered a deep connection to the dynamic, hands-on process of working with molten glass. Over the past five years, she has developed a practice rooted in exploration and spontaneity—letting the material guide the form as much as the artist’s own vision.

Driven by curiosity and a love for the unexpected, Frankie continues to push the boundaries of glass, embracing the surprises that come with each piece.

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Close-up of a colorful glass sculpture against a clear blue sky, featuring flowing curves and multicolored patterns.
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Jacob Hernandez

Jacob Hernandez has had a passion for art since he was young. He started experimenting with different media while in college at Ball State University. Ink has become his medium of choice through his journey and has helped him to explore the endless possibilities that can be found using only black and white. Jacob tends to keep things on a smaller scale, with practically every one of his original illustrations measuring under 6 Inches. Aside from working on his art, he enjoys connecting with other artists as he is an active member of the Fishers Arts Council and the Kokomo Art Association, engaging in multiple exhibitions and booth fairs.

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Sketch of a hot air balloon with a detailed basket and a spherical envelope
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World-Class Performer and Songwriter:

Sarah Scharbrough McLaughlin

Sarah Scharbrough McLaughlin’s soulful, eclectic sound combines a rich tapestry of influences, including her classical and jazz training, and a broad spectrum of experiences in gospel, pop, and country. An Indiana native and Anderson University graduate, Sarah has released six original studio albums that have taken her around the globe. She lends her voice to local and national commercials for brands like New Balance and the Indianapolis Colts and has been featured on Emmy Award-winning TV shows "Artrageous with Nate" and "Cook and Belle’s Playhouse." Sarah has collaborated with Grammy Award-winning artists and regularly performs in Greater Indianapolis. A respected worship leader at Grace Church in Noblesville, she also co-hosts the Momnesia Podcast, sharing the multifaceted stories of motherhood. Sarah resides in Noblesville with her husband Jeff, a music educator and performer, and their five children.

Award-Winning Mixologist:

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Matt Gillen

With nearly 20 years of service experience, including over 15 years at St. Elmo Steak House, Matt Gillen is a distinguished professional at Huse Culinary, Inc. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality & Restaurant Management & Business from Indiana State University and a Level One Distinction from the Court of Master Sommeliers. Matt created the "Bermuda Triangle" cocktail, now a staple on all Huse Culinary restaurant menus, and has won the Devour Downtown Indy Cocktail Contest and placed as runner-up in the Regional Cocktail Contest for After Hours Bourbon.