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Sun Day
The sun shone brightly once again on Dia Del Sol, the 37th annual home tour and fashion show presented by the Beach and Country Guild to benefit United Cerebral Palsy. Tanya and Charles Brandes opened their Rancho Santa Fe estate, and Nordstrom presented the latest fall and holiday looks. The Beach and Country Guild is the hardest working group in town — they personally prepared and served the divine lunch. This year’s event was chaired by Chris Breining, Diane DeMarino, Marlene Gotz, and Linda Nordstrom. KUSI’s Kimberly Hunt, once again, was emcee.
— Andrea Naversen, photos by Jennifer Nelson and Bob Stefanko
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Susan Olson and Kathy Scripps
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Stephanie Currie and Tiffany Mahoney
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| Tommy Gugliuzza and Paggy Landon |
Kathy Henry and Denise Yeager |
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| Cathy Colmar, Linda Starman, Lynn Kaiser, and Grace Hotchkiss |
Linda Edwards, Sharon McBride, and Paula Friesen |
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| Charles and Tanya Brandes, David Carucci, and Mary Beth Kelee |
Linda Nordstrom, Marlene Gotz, and Chris Breining |
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Women Of Dedication Tea
Fifteen outstanding women were recently honored as 2007 Women of Dedication at a beautiful tea hosted by Barbara Zobell in her La Jolla home. The gorgeous setting, elegant floral arrangements, delicious food, and many attendees contributed to a memorable day for the special women who will be celebrated at the March 26 luncheon by the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary. Carol Katz masterfully coordinated the tea. What a day for everyone present — most especially for the 2007 Women of Dedication.
— Jane Shiomi, photos by Carol Sonstein
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Hands Across Borders
Project Concern International (PCI), the global health and humanitarian organization, celebrated its 16th anniversary gala at the Hilton Torrey Pines. An inspirational program focused on Africa and efforts to overcome its critical health and economic challenges. Honored with the 2006 Humanitarian Award was the founding president of Zambia, Dr. Kenneth Kaunda, considered the father of modern Democratic Africa. PCI also honored 30 local individuals and organizations for making a difference in Africa.
— Andrea Naversen, photos by Bob Stefanko
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Darlene Davies and Carl Katz
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Jerry and Ingrid Hoffmeister, Laura Parker, and David Arnold
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John Van Cleef, Mary Johnson, and Carol Rumsey
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Suzy Westphal and Stephanie Zable
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| Susan Kazmarek and Charlotte Jacobs |
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Karen and Ed Mercaldo |
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| Elizabeth Copley and Windie Knott |
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David Meyer and Lizbeth Ecke |
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| Bonnie Hage, Lisa Barkett, and Karen Bowder |
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John and Gabriele Otterson with Mary Beth and George Guimaraes |
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Opus Carnaval 2006
San Diego Symphony hosted its annual opening weekend gala under the big top tent across the street from Copley Symphony Hall. The night kicked off with a pre-concert reception, followed by an elegant dinner. Guests were also treated to a San Diego Symphony concert in Copley Symphony Hall, conducted by Jahja Ling and featuring pianist Garrick Ohlsson. A post-concert party featured dessert, a margarita bar, casino-style gambling, music, and dancing.
— Jane Shiomi, photos by Bob Stefanko
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San Diego Museum Of Art Anniversary
At San Diego Museum of Art’s 80th anniversary gala, guests enjoyed the grand opening of Personal Views: Regarding Private Collections in San Diego; music by the 14-piece Cab Calloway Orchestra under the direction of C. Calloway Brooks, and cuisine from award-winning chefs Deborah Scott, Johnathan Hale, and Jeff Thurston. The black-tie event was made possible under the patronage of honorary chair Audrey S. Geisel, the board of trustees, and the Maruja Baldwin director of the museum.
— Jane Shiomi, photography by Jennifer Nelson
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| Mitch and Joanne Leibovitz |
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Lois Roon, Derrick Cartwright, and Audrey Geisel |
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| Mitch and Patricia Woodbury |
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John and Toni Bloomberg |
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| Paul Chacon and Anita Bye |
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Jake and Todd Figi
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Gary and Jerri-Ann Jacobs
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Lee and Frank Goldberg |
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| Jahja and Jessie Ling |
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John and Sally Thornton with Pam Slater Price and Hershel Price |
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Fire And Ice Gala
At the Burnham Institute for Medical Research fundraiser gala at The Grand Del Mar, over 450 guests honored Roberta and Malin Burnham and 30 years of medical breakthroughs, and enjoyed fine dining, festivities, a live auction, and dancing. Thanks to the incredible efforts of gala chair, Muffy Walker, and honorary gala chair, Betsy Manchester, attendees were entertained in a carnival-sized tent by world-class ice skaters and fire dancers.
— Jane Shiomi, photography by Jennifer Nelson
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Cars For Kids
The 4th Annual Classic Cars for Classic Kids event was held at the exclusive Evans Garage and generated $457,000 in support of The Preuss School UCSD, a charter middle and high school on the UCSD campus for college-bound low-income students. The 230 guests enjoyed an upbeat presentation by the school’s performance choir, participated in a robotics demonstration, and viewed a gallery of students’ paintings and illustrated books.
— Donald Stump, photos by Carol Sonstein
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| Pete and Gayle Wilson with Roberta and Malin Burnham |
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Gail Levin, Linda Katz, Darlene Shiley, and Sue Turnbull |
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| Linda Howard with Stuart and Karen Tanz |
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Doris Alvarez with Duane and Renee Roth |
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| Mary Beth and Tom Voss |
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Anne Otterson, Peter Preuss, and Gabriele Otterson |
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| Betsy and Papa Doug Manchester |
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Linda and Mel Katz |
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| Bob and Maggie Watkins |
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Mercy Ball
The 37th annual Mercy Ball supporting Scripps Mercy Hospitals
in San Diego and Chula Vista took place at the Manchester
Grand Hyatt downtown. Called Much Ado About Mercy,
the event transported supporters to Shakespearean England
and the royal court of Queen Elizabeth I, where they enjoyed
gourmet dinner, auctions, and live entertainment. This year’s
co-chairs were Liz and John Morrell and Gail and Gary Nordstrom.
— Jane Shiomi, photography by Carol Sonstein
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Bill and Lois Stanton with Susie and Scott Robinson
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| Marcia and John Trombold |
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Marti and Frank Panarisi |
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| Martin and Carol Dickinson |
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Denise and Jeff Bowman |
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