The Health Initiative today announced plans for its annual Fall Garden Party fundraiser. The event, now in its 17th year, will again be held at Midtown's Einstein's on Sept. 23 from 4 - 8 p.m.

Among the festivities this year, the Health Initiative will honor the Atlanta Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence for their work in the community with the Healing Angel Award.

Linda Ellis, executive director of Health Initiative, said the Atlanta Sisters were deserving of the honor for their work in LGBT advocacy across Atlanta.

“The Sisters are extremely deserving of this honor," Ellis said in a statement. "They spend countless hours working for the well-being of the community and we are excited to offer them this type of recognition for their efforts.”

In addition to the award presentation, this year's Garden Party will also feature a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, and dancing. Tickets to event can be purchased from the Health Initiative's website for $50.

For more information, or to purchase tickets, please visit http://thehealthinitiative.org/spotlight/garden-party/.

Top photo: Health Initiative Executive Director Linda Ellis (file)