A shared dinner can be a simple way to show up for neighbors facing a difficult chapter in life. In Stockton, a November gathering will connect that everyday act of community with support for hospice patients and their families.
Hospice of San Joaquin’s Lobster Boil returns Sunday, November 1, at the Stockton Ballroom. Presented by the Stockton Butterfly Auxiliary, the fundraiser runs from 4 to 9 p.m. and costs $135 per person. Guests must be 21 or older.
A Dinner With a Local Purpose
The evening includes a lobster dinner, a no-host bar, and silent and dessert auctions. Proceeds benefit Hospice of San Joaquin’s patient and family programs and its Hospice House, according to the organization’s official event announcement.
The auxiliary’s role places community fundraising at the center of the evening. For residents deciding where to direct their charitable giving this fall, the event offers a way to gather with friends while contributing to a local care organization.
Understanding the Care Behind the Fundraiser
Hospice House provides inpatient care focused on comfort and symptom management. Its team includes nurses, physicians, social workers, spiritual care and bereavement counselors, nursing assistants and volunteers.
The facility has six private patient suites, with space for family members to stay, as well as shared rooms and outdoor areas. Around-the-clock nursing support is part of the setting. The organization describes caregiver education and help with emotional, practical and spiritual concerns as part of its work with patients and families.
Hospice of San Joaquin says it accepts medically qualified patients regardless of their ability to pay. Readers can learn more about the facility and its admission requirements on the Hospice House page.
Those services give the fundraiser a purpose beyond the meal itself. A community dinner creates an occasion to talk about care that families may know little about until they need it, and to recognize the people who provide that support.
Check Tickets Before Making Plans
The official registration form lists tickets at $135 each. Readers can use the ticket form or contact the Development office at (209) 957-3888 for current availability and questions. Sponsorship opportunities are also listed on the event page.
Confirm availability before arranging a group outing. The organizer’s current announcement does not provide a detailed dinner menu or auction inventory, so guests with meal questions should ask the Development office directly.
Event Details
- Event: Hospice of San Joaquin Lobster Boil, presented by the Stockton Butterfly Auxiliary
- Date: Sunday, November 1, 2026
- Time: 4–9 p.m.
- Location: Stockton Ballroom, 9650 Thornton Road, Stockton, CA 95209
- Admission: $135 per person; ages 21 and older
- More Information: Official event information and tickets; (209) 957-3888
For Stockton neighbors who want their next evening out to carry a community purpose, the Lobster Boil offers a chance to share a table while supporting care for local families.