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Oct 10, 07 - 3:05 PM |
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Disco the night away, help abused children
This story appeared in the Antelope Valley Press on Wednesday, October 10, 2007.
By LIANE M. ROTH
Valley Press Staff Writer
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Get out your white polyester leisure suit, platform shoes and glittery tube tops for a blast from the past Saturday, Nov. 3, at the annual Heartsounds gala, titled "Saturday Night Fever."
"This is always the most fun event every year in the AV," said Marilyn Norris , co-chairwoman for the event, which benefits the Children's Center of the Antelope Valley. "Everyone has a great time - the costumes are always wonderful and so is the food. A wonderful time for a wonderful cause."
It has been nearly 30 years since the movie was released in December 1977, but everyone can relive the magic at the gathering, which includes disco-themed activities throughout the evening.
The affair, set for 6 p.m. in the Poppy Pavilion at the Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, 2551 West Ave. H, Lancaster, will feature entertainment like laser light shows, a disco dance contest and a themed costume contest.
A silent auction with goodies galore and a no-host bar will kick off the evening, along with a preview of the items to be offered in the live auction following dinner.
Guests can participate in familiar games from the 1970s or learn dance steps like the Hustle, the Bus Stop or the Bump.
"People can play Twister, too," Norris said. "We're even having a Twister contest."
A "Rock Your Baby" jewelry raffle will be before dinner, with 200 champagne glasses sold at $50 each for a chance to win a piece of jewelry. Every glass comes with a complimentary beverage, and one glass will be marked as the winner.
"This is one of the most popular events of the evening," she said. "This year's prize is a gorgeous diamond necklace."
William Jewelers of Palmdale donated the heart-shaped 18-karat gold and 3.18 total weight diamond necklace designed by one of their jewelers, said owner Mohammad Hoghoughi . "It is a stunning piece valued at more than $6,000," Hoghoughi said. "We donated the piece last year, too."
Last year, Hoghoughi and his wife Lynda donated a one-of-a-kind piece in 14-karat white gold with a sapphire crystal surrounded by four diamonds and valued at $5,000, Hoghoughi said.
Dinner will be a multi-course feast, starting with appetizers and continuing with mouth-watering entrees, side dishes and a yummy dessert, Norris said.
The live auction will follow dinner. Norris said the prizes are especially wonderful for this year's event, with many area businesses and residents giving generously for the fundraiser.
One of the live auction packages includes a week's vacation at The Sanctuary in Costa Rica, including airfare for two, courtesy of Frank and Therese Garcia of Frank's Radio Service, and Robbie and Ben Benjamin and Michelle Lantz from Visco Financial Service.
Also up for bid is "A New Year's Eve on the Queen Mary," which includes a night in an art deco stateroom, two party tickets, dinner and many other treats, courtesy of Lancaster's Jeff Hiatt Termite Professionals.
Guests can vie for the "2008 Head Table for Eight" package, including limousine service to next year's event, with a dinner featuring a special gourmet menu and select wines, courtesy of Ken Lawrence of GEM Mortgage in Lancaster.
AV Web Design donated a Web site design package valued at $4,000, and International Repair donated a VIP tour and dinner at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, home to The Academy of Magical Arts Inc.
Norris said plenty of other packages will be offered, including some surprises.
Afterwards, guests can shake their booties and get down to the sounds of Boogie Fever, a 1970s tribute band. Boogie Fever is the hot thing in Los Angeles right now, Norris said, and covers many of the hits from the disco era.
Guests will recognize songs like "That's The Way I Like It" by KC & The Sunshine Band, "Disco Inferno" by The Tramps and "Car Wash" by Rose Royce - some of the songs from the band's playlist.
Attendees are encouraged to wear 1970s attire with an emphasis on the age of disco. Ticket holders receive a 10% discount at Daisy's Costumes in Lancaster.
"It's much more fun when you dress to match the theme," Norris said. "You can bring back that nostalgic feeling, feel like a kid again. It was such a fun time."
A disco-themed backdrop will be on site, and guests can purchase a memento disco photograph, courtesy of Julie Sutton Photography in Lancaster.
Sponsorships are available for individuals and businesses.
Table sponsorship levels include Solid Gold - $10,000; Stayin' Alive Silver - $5,000; and Burn Baby Burn Bronze - $1,500.
The gold level includes three tables with preferred seating for 24, presenting sponsorship in all print, radio and television advertisements, a top of the page advertisement in the keepsake calendar for a total of 14 ads, valet parking, a photo memento, special acknowledgement at the event and a special write-up and photo in the Children's Center newsletter. The gold sponsorship has been sold to Robertson's Palmdale Honda and Antelope Valley Harley-Davidson and Buell.
The silver level includes preferred seating for eight in the first three rows, recognition in select print and radio advertisements, a full page color ad in the keepsake calendar, valet parking at the event, a photo memento, a silent auction section named after businesses or donors and special acknowledgement at the event.
The bronze level includes preferred seating for four, recognition in select print and radio advertisements, a quarter-page color ad in the keepsake calendar, valet parking at the event, a photo memento and special acknowledgement at the event.
Sponsorship reservations must be made by Friday, Oct. 26, to ensure space and adequate advertisement acknowledgements, Norris said.
The event committee still is looking for silent and live auction items to help with the cause, said Yvette Emard , a co-chairwoman of the event.
"Whether it's a vacation or an adventure or a basket with gift certificates, we want it," Emard said. "Something that gives people a reason to come into a business and check it out. With help from the community, we can help these children get the help they need."
"Everyone has a great time," Norris said. "The costumes are always wonderful and so is the food. This is a wonderful time for a wonderful cause."
The Children's Center of the Antelope Valley was established in 1990 in response to the need for services in the areas of physical and psychological treatment of children who have been sexually or physically abused.
For details, call Theresa Lemus at the Children's Center, (661) 949-1206, Ext. 272.
Tickets are $100 per person or $800 for a reserved table for eight.
For details or reservations, call (661) 510-0480.
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