Monster Mash
Don’t miss the spookiest event of the season—the Connecticut Science Center's Annual Gala: Monster Mash! Join us for a night of ghastly glamor with creepy cocktails, a devilishly delicious dinner, live and silent auctions to die for, and thrilling music! Your support will conjure up essential programs aimed at inspiring the future of STEM education and building a stronger, science-savvy workforce.
Join us for a Howling Good Time
Tickets & Tables
Snag your spot for a frightfully fun night.
Become a Sponsor
Creep it real — sponsor the spookiest night in STEM.
Digital Advertising
Add your name to the spellbook—honor someone and support Monster Mash.
Donate an Auction Item
Cast your support — donate an item to the silent or live auction.
Make a Monetary Donation
Haunt us with your generosity and be with us in spirit.
Gala
Please help us to support the Connecticut Science Center's efforts to inspire the next generation of curious, creative minds. For questions or to connect on sponsorships, please reach out to Renee Cox (Advancement Program Administrator) at (860) 520-2154 or via email at rcox@ctsciencecenter.org.
Monster Mash Sponsors – $25,000
Frankenstein Sponsors – $10,000
Dracula Sponsors ($5,000)
- Adams & Knight
- Bank of America
- Burgos Cleaning Service
- Cinemotion
- CompassMSP
- Connecticut Business Systems
- Fairview Capital
- HSB
- KPMG LLP
- MetroHartford Alliance
- Pullman & Comley, LLC
- Propark
- PwC
- Robbins Tesar, Inc.
- The Hartford
Mummy Sponsors ($3,000)
- Capital Region Development Authority
- Hartford HealthCare
- Shipman & Goodwin LLC
- Updike, Kelly & Spellacy, P.C.
- Vistra
Werewolf Sponsors ($1,500)
- BL Companies
- Boats Incorporated
- Gallagher Benefits Services
- Jackson Lewis
- Linked Media
- Ridgeline Financial Partners
Honoring Exceptional Leaders in STEM
Each year, the Connecticut Science Center proudly celebrates individuals and organizations who inspire lifelong learning through science. The STEM Achievement Awards honor those who advance STEM in our region, open doors for diverse audiences, and support STEM education. The Petit Family Foundation Women in Science Leadership Awards recognize a professional woman and a student for their leadership, dedication to engaging diverse communities, and support of women and girls in STEM. These awards will be presented at the Connecticut Science Center Gala: Monster Mash on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Connecticut Convention Center.
Committee
Honorary Chairs
- Arunan Arulampalam
- Liza Arulampalam
Chairs
- Jennifer DiBella
- Jilline Dolan
Members
- Taylor Benedum
- Marissa Corda
- Jennifer DiPentima
- Carla Economos
- Kate Greco
- Gwen Hahn
- Lori Hess
- Monica Hoffman
- Martha Kalen
- Shawna Klimaszewski
- Joy Mattei
- Maya Nicole Matthews
- Irene O'Connor
- Carrianne Polo
- Beth Pritchard
- MaryBeth Reiss
- Sam Span
- Rebecca Williams
- Nola Zimmerman
Whitney Gray
(860) 520-2124
wgray@ctsciencecenter.org
Support Us
Your support powers discovery, learning, and inspiration every day. Whether you're driven to give, eager to get involved, or simply exploring how you can help shape our mission, we’re here for you. Connect with our Development team today—and be the spark that ignites real, lasting impact.