Thanks to the SJPDS Community for a WONDERFUL "Blazing West" Gala!
The 2010 "Blazing West" Gala roared into town with the commotion of a stampede of steers through Dodge, only the dust wasn't nearly as thick. On behalf of the entire St. John's Gala crew, we want to thank everyone who helped out, who attended, who bid, and who had a rip-roarin' time! It was good to welcome Mr. Ken Ulman, Howard County Executive, and his wife Jacqueline, to SJPDS for the evening, along with a host of parents, friends of the school, and special guests.
By all appearances, this was perhaps our most successful Gala yet, and we could not have accomplished what we did without the help of our wonderful and intrepid Gala staff of Norma Richardson, Sheila Welton, and Anne Hanchett who devoted their lives to this event over the past few months to make it the wonderful success that it was - thank you, thank you, thank you!
Along with the staff, a host of volunteers worked behind the scenes to make the evening a success, and we are so grateful to everyone who gave so graciously of their time to pull it all together.
One of these volunteers, Mary Jane Rudnicki, performed miracles for the evening, working tirelessly behind the scenes for months garnering sponsors, attendees, restaurants, auction items, enthusiasm, and so much more!! She is indeed our Gala Angel - watching over us, meeting our needs, and keeping us blessed! Thank you for all your hard work behind the scenes, Mrs. Rudnicki.
Another phenomenal volunteer who worked to make the event a stunning visual success was our artistic coordinator, Colleen Citrano. She and her crew of workers transformed our Maryland school into a vision of the wild west that put everyone in the mood; it was a terrific tranformation, and we are so appreciative.
We also thank the creative force behind our Gala promotional video, Kurt Dutra and the amazing crew at 15four. A Gala at SJPDS would not be the same without his whimsical assistance in video creation.
I could go on and on about our volunteers, each of whom took the proverbial "bull by the horns" in their respective areas of responsibility and wrestled it into submission. Again, thank you to everyone who assisted with this effort.
Last, but certainly not least, we thank our sponsors, who are listed below. We truly appreciate the on-going support we have enjoyed from our Title Sponsor, Howard County General Hospital under the direction of CEO, Mr. Vic Broccolino. Vic , and his delightful wife Tina, both attended the Gala again this year as they have done for many Galas in the past, and we love having them celebrate with us. Please help us thank all of our sponsors for their incredible support for this year's Gala!
Title Sponsor
Howard County General Hospital
Platinum Sponsors
Creig Northrop and the Northrop Team
Oppenheimer Investments & TeleCommunication Systems
Silver Sponsors
Ascend One
The Columbia Bank
Bill and Maryann Ewald
Legg Mason Investment Counsel
Reverends Carol Pinkham Oak and Jeffrey C. Oak
Dr. Nicholas Grosso, Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland
Jeffrey and Danielle Blice
John and Carrie Pirie
Bronze Sponsors
Anne Arundel Beauty Supply and Salon
Bates Creative Group
Graphcom Printing
15Four
Kao Investment Trust
David and Dana Blair
Kevin and Kim McGill
Chris and Tracy Frink
Mike and Kara Windebank
Tom and Becky Richardson
Matt and Jamie Kline
KG Beauty, Inc
Covered Bridge Stables
Apple Ford, Inc
In-Kind Donations and Entertainment
Bates Creative Group – Invitation and Program Design
Graphcom – Printing Services
15four - Gala Promo Film
Colleen Citrano – Decorating Visionary
Karen Clark Photography – Wanted Posters
Mark Whipple - DJ – Music
Ellen Kilby - Auctioneer
Larry Gates Photography – Photo Opportunity
Vegas Time Associates – Gambling Tables
Dining and Beverages
When dining out consider choosing to visit one of our generous donors and mention that you appreciate their support of St. John’s Parish Day School – it matters!
Dining Fare Provided by
T-Bonz Grille and Pub
Kelsey’s Pub
Eggspectation Restaurant
The Rumor Mill Fusion Bar & Restaurant
LeeLynn’s Dining Room and Lounge
LaPalapa Grill & Cantina
Jilly’s Bar & Grill
The Diamondback Tavern
Portalli’s
Sugarbakers
Bistro Brownies
Beverages Provided by
Mr. Gus Kalaris and Constantine Wines
Jason’s Wine & Spirits
Total Discount Liquors
The Wine Bin
Giant Foods
Posted by: Stephen Harrison on February 21st, 2010