Abby and Tony Hammond enjoy the cocktail reception.
Abby and Tony Hammond enjoy the cocktail reception.
Ed and Vona Breunig get ready to raise their paddles.
Ed and Vona Breunig get ready to raise their paddles.
The table settings included flowers from Brian Vetter, Christie Cothrun and the Arizona State Florists Association.
The table settings included flowers from Brian Vetter, Christie Cothrun and the Arizona State Florists Association.
Wendy and Marty Manning toast to a spectacular evening.
Wendy and Marty Manning toast to a spectacular evening.
January 19, 2016 | Parties
THE PARTY A record crowd of over 540 Valley business and philanthropists showed up at the Arizona Biltmore for McNight to Remember: The Magic Lamp Gala benefiting the Valley’s three Ronald McDonald Houses. The elegant ball was filled with fun festivities and a gourmet dinner. THE GUESTS Event co-chairs Amy and Aiden McSheffrey organized the enchanting evening, which helped raise nearly $410,000 for families staying at Ronald McDonald Houses. Kay and Charlie Thompson were honored with the Heart of the House Award, thanks to their longtime dedication to the Ronald McDonald House. THE HIGHLIGHTS The night kicked off with a cocktail reception and silent auction, where guests had the opportunity to bid on items ranging from staycations and out-of-town getaways to exquisite dinners and more. After dinner, guests raised their paddles high in a spirited live auction. The party didn’t stop once the gala ended, though—The Three Wishes afterparty hosted by Red Shoe Society kept the good times rolling with music, dancing, entertainment and late-night desserts. One thing’s for sure: Guests were lovin’ it! –Photos by Phil Gudenschwager, Gudenschwager Photography Inc.
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