On Sept. 24, the Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce will host a ’Black & White’ Gala  presentation of the prestigious Ted Robertson Community Service Award, and Yakima Valley Chamber Awards.

Awards will be presented to local businesses, individuals, and community leaders nominated by the Chamber Membership for ’Best Performances’ in several categories, including  Annual Business Excellence, Emerging Business of the Year, Chamber Member of the Year, Business of the Year, and the Wings Award. 

The Chamber will also be celebrating the 116th Anniversary of the Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce, founded in 1893.

Nominees and Guests will be welcomed to the Chamber Awards at the Yakima Convention Center with a Red Carpet Reception, beginning at 5:30 p.m., with live music provided by the Greg Lyman Jazz Band. 

Wine tasting will be hosted by Bonair Winery, Cascade Wine Company, Eaton Hills Winery, Kana Winery, Piety Flats Winery, Severino Cellars, and Tim’s Downtown Tasting Room.

The dinner service begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by the evening’s program at 7 p.m., with Master of Ceremonies, Spencer Hatton, Editor, and Michael Shepard, Publisher, of the Yakima Herald-Republic hosting the festivities. 

The top three nominees for each Chamber Award category will be announced, followed by the award presentations, and The Ted Robertson Award.

Cost for the event is $65 per person. Call the Chamber at 248-2021, Ext. 100 for reservations.