07/02/2026
Well, what can we say but thank you. From last minute changes to all the behind the scenes "fires" WE and you made this inaugural ball something for the history books. This is going to be a long one so bare with me.
The Dragon's Brew Cafe and Dragon's Breath not only did you guys take a chance on us, not having a clue what you were getting into but we appreciate how you saw the passion in what we want to do for our community. We clicked, bounced ideas and truly created an environment now for others where everyone is family. Your business provides comfort, care and attention to detail for your customers so everyone please support your local businesses.
Something Bleu Bridal House again, you saw the vision and have been nothing but supportive and informative where all this could not have been done without you. Best bridal group in town and will have all your dress to impress needs.
Vlood Tattoo Studio you wonderful, talented women that you are!!!! Thank you for the amazing art, tireless hours on the swag bags (you had to be there). Art like yours goes without words, each tattoo, painting, and drawing you do tells it's own story. Their flash sale is still going on so if you are a ticket holder then hit them up for that discount.
Blackheart Martial Arts brothers, you guys showed up in force and put together an obstacle course going off of clip notes and absolutely nailed it. With the way things are in the world today, you are training not only adults but our youth the way it should be done. Thank you for your help and if anyone wants a workout worthy of a challenge, definitely drop in and tell them we sent you.
Heritage Point Weddings you are the life saver and greatest event venue I have been to in years. Everyone needs to book with you and we appreciate your hospitality and generosity in having us host at your venue.
The Crazy Hillbilly Gaming for showing up, supporting us and having a great time. If you can't dodge it....Ram it baby!!!
Shadewell Tattoo thank you for showing up and your participation and push through not only book clubs but through social media.
The Lazy Daisy Bookshop for a push through social media and in your store through additional book clubs. We are all apart of the circus now!!!
Bricks & Minifigs Jacksonville, NC for showing up during the general admission and offering an interactive booth.
Elevation Inflatables , coming through for a great time for the kids and offering more than what was expected. Book these guys for any party and they will provide the best!!
Lazzara's Pizza for your support, best pizza in town, if you haven't had it then you need to.
The Vendors and authors, Raven's Cove Candles & More Josh Rochat - Artist Retro Meadery S. Lillian & Links Permanent Jewelry Author J.A. McCoy Wooden Nomad Studios and many more, you all went through the fire of the dragons mouth and showed out!!!! You guys are the muscle that fuels events in general, without all of you then it would be no fun at all. Thank you for sticking with us and we look forward to the next on.
The attendees and the fans, this was our love (Xaden) letter to you. You all believed in us and stuck with us. We look forward to seeing where this baby dragon will fly next. We pay attention to detail and can't wait to add to this event next year!!!!
So while we make improvements and come up with Ideas and other potential balls we can do, we are glad everyone enjoyed themselves and we are humbled from your gratitude and support. These dragons are going into hibernation for a couple months lol. See you guys next year. Fly high Riders, we love you all!!!
