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The Globe Gala 2006
The Old Globe’s annual black tie event dazzled under the stars at
Balboa Park. The night included cocktails and a silent auction, a performance
of George Gershwin Alone, and continued on with dinner and dancing to
the Innovations Dance Band. Chaired by Valerie Cooper, Robert Gleason,
Jake Figi, and Carolyn Yorston, proceeds will support the Old Globe’s
education and outreach programs.
— Jane Shiomi, photography by Bob Stefanko and Paul Nestor
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Carolyn Yorston, Robert Gleason, Jake Figi, and Valerie Cooper
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Irwin and Joan Jacobs
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| Louis Spisto, Rana Sampson,and Jerry Sanders |
Don Cohn and Conrad Prebys |
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| Denise Hug and Emma Zuckerman |
Frank Goldberg with Phyllis and John Parrish |
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| Tim and Ellen Zinn |
Kathleen Kennedy with Michael and Christie Meehan |
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Luau And Longboards
The Moores UCSD Cancer Center recently held the 13th annual Luau & Longboard Invitational at The Scripps Institution of Oceanography. The event brought together noted men and women in surfing history with business leaders, scientists, physicians, and cancer patients to increase awareness and raise much-needed funds for cancer research. All of the proceeds from the Luau & Longboard Invitational were donated to the center’s leading-edge research programs.
— Jane Shiomi, photography by Jennifer Nelson
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Patrons Of The Prado Thank You Party
It’s a rare opportunity to visit a home that has the size and look of something out of this world. A wonder of glass, wood, and refined concrete, the house — aptly named Suncatch — is the pride of architect Norm Applebaum and is owned by Charles and Tanya Brandes. At the home, members and major contributors of the Patrons of the Prado enjoyed an afternoon event organized by Lola Green and Susie Biddick, hors d’oeuvres by Pamplemousse Grille on the terrace beside the pool, as well as a tour guided by the architect himself.
— Sparkle Stiff
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Paul Cleary and Paul Grayson
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Susan Biddick, Tanya and Charles Brandes, and Lola Green
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Joyce Hoffman and Steve Walden
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Suzanne and Norm Applebaum
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| Blair and Georgia Robins Sadler |
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June and Neil Ash |
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| Mike Doyle and Herbie Fletcher |
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Richard and Jeri Rovsek with Valerie and Harry Cooper |
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| Mike Hynson and Tom Keck |
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Sandy and Allen Redman |
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Gala In The Gardens
Quail Botanical Gardens’ (QBG) 7th Annual Gala honored René Van Rems, world-renowned floral industry ambassador who has been an integral part of QBG since 1978. Guests of the garden party explored acres of exquisite grounds, enjoyed wines and cuisine from some of San Diego’s finest restaurants, and were entertained by live musicians and performance artists. All proceeds will benefit QBG’s educational exhibits and programs, which serve more than 135,000 visitors each year.
— Jane Shiomi, photography by Jennifer Nelson
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Symphony At Salk
The 11th annual Symphony at Salk epitomized the high standards of excellence of the renowned Salk Institute for Biological Studies, which is based in La Jolla and admired throughout the world. Irish tenor Ronan Tynan performed to the accompaniment of the San Diego Symphony, led by guest conductor Thomas Wilkins. As in former years, one of Francoise Gilot’s (widow of science icon Jonas Salk) paintings graced the posters, invitations, and programs.
— Darlene G. Davies
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| Beverly and Jim Boyce |
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Marge Sarokin, Eileen Herman, and Debbie Forrest |
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| Joan Saunders and Steve Clark |
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Mel Yoakum, Mary Jane Salk, Gerald Edelman, and Audrey Geisel |
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| Mary Rawlings, Ayako Sahara, and Bill Rawlings |
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Dianne Day and Stephanie Sperber
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Andrea Moran and Nirmala Adams
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Roger Roux, Buzz Kaufman, Meg Norton, Gaby Haddad, and Kathleen Sellick |
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| Jean Coopersmith, Kathy Greene, Juli Gillett, and Carolyn Roy Cope |
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Christian Heckscher and Ilene Klein, with Joan and Irwin Jacobs |
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Mainly Mozart Reception
An exclusive reception, recital by internationally acclaimed pianist Anne Marie McDermott, and dinner event recently took place at the home of Joan and Irwin Jacobs. Guests of the evening event, which benefited Mainly Mozart, enjoyed a tasting dinner prepared by Jason Knibb, chef de cuisine at Nine-Ten Restaurant at the Grande Colonial Hotel, along with a performance of works by Haydn, Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, Schumann, and Moszkowski.
— Jane Shiomi, photos by Paul Andrews
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A Little Help From Country Friends
Country Friends partnered once again with South Coast Plaza for the 51st annual Art of Fashion show that featured the latest in couture from such designers as Dior, Donna Karan, and Yves Saint Laurent. The event included a gourmet lunch on the lawn at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, as well as a wine tasting aprés show. Shandra Wilson chaired the event benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County. Since 1954, Country Friends has donated more than $12 million to county social service agencies.
— Andrea Naversen, photography by Jennifer Nelson
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| Veryl Mortenson, Jean Luthi, and Esther Nahama |
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Monique Najfi, Kimberly Weisz, Adrienne Castaneda, Lynn Wells,
and Rebecca Justice |
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| Irwin and Joan Jacobs with Nancy Laturno Bojanic and Radomir Bojanic |
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Victoria de la Cruz, Carol May, Gina Seau, Jennifer Bianchi, and Alex Booth |
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| Marvin and Reinette Levine with Miriam and Gene Summ |
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Patty Moser, Karen Moller, and Roni Hicks Clemens |
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| Paul Meschler and Alexandra Pearson, with Chris and Pat Weil |
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Jeanne Lucia and Shandra Wilson |
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| Joe and Linda Satz with Warren Kendrick |
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Machel Penn, Debi Holder, and Meredith MacDonald |
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Cruising With The Chefs
Cruising with the Chefs Gala added an after party this year, and the entire evening benefited Meals-on-Wheels. It also greatly pleased the palates of its many guests, who feasted on tasty gourmet food provided by very talented chefs. Everyone ate heartily. Called the Farewell Cruise, in tribute to Patricia DeMarce, the successful event was chaired by Patricia Moises and Fern Murphy and featured television news anchor Carol LeBeau as master of ceremonies.
— Darlene G. Davies, photography by Bob Stefanko
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To Your Health
Catherine Nicholas hosted a seaside breakfast at her spectacular Del Mar home to benefit the Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine. Medical director and founder, Mimi Guarneri, MD, FACC, spoke about the center’s holistic approach to health that combines conventional medical care with alternative therapies such as exercise, nutrition, and stress management. Guests enjoyed a buffet brimming with delicious — and healthy — choices from Continental Catering.
— Andrea Naversen, photos by Bob Stefanko
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| Michael Rossbacher and Kristi Pieper |
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Susan Biddick and Daran Grimm |
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| Clint and Debbie Case |
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Cindy Block and Barbara Enberg |
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| Patty Moises and Fern Murphy |
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Debbie Richardson and Cheri Tabb |
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| David Gramling with Gary and Ana Gramling |
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Andrea Naversen and K. Ann Brizolis |
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| Donn DeMarce and Carol LeBeau |
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Ellen Stiefler, June Stein, and Pam Wygod |
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