Now that the fall fundraiser party season is in full swing, I’m noticing some definite trends out there, as well as some belt-tightening, thanks to the dismal economic forecast of late.
Barbie Hill says her upcoming annual fundraiser, Hilloween, got its start eight years ago with a simple costume party in her home.
KEMPER “FLIP” GALA at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art. Buffet dinner, dancing to the Zeroes and a late night party. 816-561-3737.
When 17-month-old Kyrie Thome was diagnosed with a brain tumor last year, everything her parents knew about pediatric brain cancer came from a single paragraph given to them by hospital staff. Nine weeks later, Kyrie was dead.
THINK PINK event focusing on fun, fashion and facts on breast health at the Legends 14 Theatres at Village West. Breakfast, fashion show, purse auction and gourmet cooking demos. $20. 913-281-7777 or providence-health.org/Foundation.
Now that the fall fundraising gala season is in full swing, I thought I’d share my list of “don’ts” for guests attending the glut of parties scheduled between now and the end of the year.
There’s so much for the senses to take in at a major fundraising gala. The smell of the fresh flowers, the taste of the four-course dinner, the sound of the entertainment and even the feel of the chair you’re sitting in.
Betty Bushman’s passion is theater, whether she’s raising scholarship funds for students or donating money to the arts.
