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Candlelight Ball
Practically no other party in town can hold a candle to the Candlelight Ball — a
77-year-long tradition that draws the best and the brightest — and most elegantly dressed — to one of the most exquisite surroundings, garlanded with hundreds of thousands of pink and white roses, tulips, and peonies. General chairman Betty Knight Scripps personally gave $1.25 million to ensure the party’s success — a matching grant met by nearly 50 participants, sponsors, and underwriters. Among the honored guests were Academy Award-winner Cliff Robertson and notables from Scripps Memorial and Scripps Health with their spouses, among them: Eve and Gary Fybel, Rosemary and Chris Van Gorder, Cherie and John Engle; plus June and Neil Ash, Jean Hahn Hardy with husband, John, and Betsy and Papa Doug Manchester, to name a few.
— Sparkle Stiff, photos by Jennifer Nelson
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Chris Van Gorder, Dana Launer, John Spinoza, and Gary Fybel
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Susie and Craig Biddick
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| Denise and Jeff Bowman |
Tom and Karen Gammiere |
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| Barbara and Bay Ponder |
Jere and Joyce Oren with Jean Hahn Hardy and John Hardy |
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| Dorothy and Bill Menish |
Betsy and Papa Doug Manchester |
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Crystal Ball
The Del Mar Country Club was the setting for the 8th Annual Crystal Ball gala, which benefited Casa de Amparo. Chaired by Patricia Hayward for the second year, the glamorous black-tie event featured a cocktail reception; silent, super silent, and live auctions; dinner by Jeffrey Strauss of Pamplemouse Grille; and dancing. Funds raised will support on going prevention and treatment programs for abused children and their families.
— Jane Shiomi, photography by Jennifer Nelson
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Fur Ball
Although a last minute venue change due to rain meant that pets were no longer able to attend, the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA’s 20th annual Fur Ball was still all about the animals, raising over $240,000 to help animals and sustain vital community programs. Supporters gathered at the Manchester Grand Hyatt for a cocktail reception, boutique animal shopping, live auction, dancing, and an elegant dinner by honoree Jeffrey Strauss of Pamplemousse Grille. The event was chaired by Lori Walton, Patti Mix, and Elizabeth Davis. — Jane Shiomi
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Pat Hayward and Kathy Karpe
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Margie, Ben, Bernie, and Jeffrey Strauss with Christy Helm
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Dawn Leeds and Jim Duvall
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Stephany and John Parker
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| Jason and Gena Simmons with Stephanie and Jim Simmons |
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Ed and Susan Leonard |
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| Jeri Rovsek and Judy Ferrero |
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Jaeger and Christy with Pamela Howe |
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| Ron and Rhonda Wilson |
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Chris and Mark Goldstein |
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Gingerbread City 2006
Titled Passport To Worlds Of Wonder, Gingerbread City 2006 took place during the holidays at The US Grant downtown. Bigger and better than ever, the event, which was chaired by Sally B. Thornton and benefited the Epilepsy Foundation of San Diego County, featured holiday music, auctions, and an awe-inspiring, nationally recognized gingerbread structure competition that showcased creations by San Diego’s leading chefs, artists, and designers.
— Jane Shiomi, photos by Bob Stefanko
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Jump For Life
At San Diego Chargers linebacker Donnie Edwards’ Third Annual "Jump for Life" Celebrity Waiter Dinner at Jeffrey Strauss’ famed Pamplemousse Grille, 40 celebrity athletes came to support the event, most serving as waiters at the reception and dinner. The program fights childhood obesity by teaching nutrition, physical fitness, and goal-setting, helping kids avoid the sedentary lifestyle so prevalent among children today. This highly-successful event netted $285,000. — Paul Andrews
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| Pam Slater Price and Laurie DeMarco |
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Kathryn and Donnie Edwards, with three of the Charger Girls |
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| Dee Ammon and Renee Bannasch |
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Denise Derrett with Hal and Debby Jacobs, and Larry and Tammy Herschfield |
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| Daniel Tucker and Sally Thornton |
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Philip Rivers with LaTorsha and LaDainian Tomlinson
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Audrey Geisel and Alex Butterfield
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Colin McKenna, Jacques Cesaire, Susan McKenna, and Becca Craig |
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| Lola Green and Cindy Goodman |
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Amethyst Lewis, May Quijano, Darren Sproles, and Christena Ferran |
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Nutcracker Gala
City Ballet of San Diego was the first organization to hold an event at the new Sunset Ballroom at Paradise Point Resort & Spa. In keeping with the location, the company’s 12th annual gala had a tropical theme, and guests donned their best tropical eveningwear while enjoying a Champagne reception, a silent auction, and a live auction led by celebrity auctioneer Richard Lederer of KPBS’ A Way With Words. Dinner featured cuisine by chef Amy DiBiase of Baleen Restaurant, accompanied by cabaret entertainment. — Jane Shiomi, photos by Bob Stefanko
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Strolling For Justice
The Wells family estate in Poway was the setting for a fashionable fundraiser to benefit the San Diego Family Justice Center. Supporters gathered to meet and mingle with noted fashion designer Nicole Miller and enjoy fall and holiday fashions, hors d’oeuvres and beverages, desserts, and, of course, the chance to make a difference. The San Diego Family Justice Center aims to stop family violence and provide long-term support for victims and children.
— Jane Shiomi, photography by Bob Stefanko
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| Dee and Jon Ammon |
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Rebecca Justice and Adrienne Wells Castaneda |
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| Lise Wilson and Steve Strauss |
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Jennifer Westermeyer, Stephanie Lyn, and Nicole Miller |
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| Reinette and Marvin Levine |
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Pam Theodosakis and Maria Vlahos |
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| Jennifer Greenfield and Denise Larkin |
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Lloyd and Lynn Wells |
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| Maureen and Gary Sage |
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Bernie Sorkin, Bernie Stein, Robin Parker, and Stella Bolog |
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