The fifth annual Finale 2010 will honor Drs. Jonathan Bates and Sally Everson-Bates on Saturday, April 24 at the Jack Stephens Center. The gala begins with cocktails at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7:30 and entertainment at 8:30 p.m. Dr. Bates is president and chief executive officer of Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock. Dr. Everson-Bates is an associate hospital administrator for the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

The dinner gala celebrates arts in Central Arkansas and is the premier fundraising event for UALR’s arts programs. This year will feature Gershwin inspired performances and artwork by students. Tickets are $150 and may be purchased by calling 569-3296