2010 Kick Off Party Gallery
The Cescaphé Ballroom dazzled us as a new partner for the 2010 Race for the Cure Kick-Off Party, with never-before-seen surprises, extraordinary hospitality and amazing food.
Thanks to the “magic” of the Creative Group, the stage was set, and the “sky” illuminated for a star-studded celebration!
Brought to us by Roberts Event Group, Inc., the Three Stories Jazz Trio of Elliot Garland, Sharat Somashekera and Claudio De Pujadas, set a most energetic atmosphere.
Kathy McGarvey, Administrative Assistant for the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate (center), Risha Taylor (left) & Rebecca Dobrzynski enjoy the rewards of months of hard work for the Kick-Off spectacular.
Tynesha Davis (left) and Najia Luqman of BEBASHI, a 2009-2010 & 2010-2011 Komen Philadelphia Affiliate Grantee, take in the distinction of the evening.
Dedicated breast cancer activists with the Affiliate, Evelyn Richman and Hannah Ashlock, remember favorite Race for the Cure memories.
Guests and honored visionaries prepare to be spotlighted for their contributions to the history of the Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure.
The warm and talented team at the Cescaphé Ballroom treated us all to a first-class evening of creative cuisine and embraced us in a pink-splashed, hope-filled environment.
“SuperGiant Volunteer,” Roberta Cherry, of Creative Print Group, contemplates which unique dish to try next.
Part of our “Cherished Chairs” living timeline of Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure Co-Chairpersons, Donna and Diane Davis prepare for the event ceremonies.
More than 300 guests came together to enjoy reminiscing about past Race events and share the excitement of the start of a new era in Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure history.
More “Cherished Chairs” from past Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure events: Diane Miller, Bonnie Sklar and Susan Stapler (standing, l-r); Phyllis Roseman, Peggy Ashner and Anita Steen (seated, l-r)
Former Komen Philadelphia Board President, John Whealin, celebrates 20 years of achievements with the Honorable Lynne M. Abraham (left) and Susan Stapler.
“Founding Visionary,” Pat Ciarrocchi of CBS 3 Eyewitness News, relives Race memories with “Future Visionary,” Dr. Ari D. Brooks, Hahnemann University Hospital & Drexel University College of Medicine.
“Founding Visionaries” fill the stage after processing together to commemorate the original dream and conviction that launched the first Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure.
The very first Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure Co-Chairperson, Phyllis Roseman shares with the group her emotions standing at Eakins Oval on Mother’s Day morning, 1991.
Pat Ciarrocchi, CBS 3 Eyewitness News, is surrounded by more than twenty proud and accomplished Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure Co-Chairpersons.
“Founding Visionary” and President of the Komen Philadelphia Board of Directors, Joanne Calabria recollects the inspiration and passion of her first encounter with Elaine Grobman.
Joanne Calabria surprises a humble Elaine Grobman with an award to memorialize her 20 years of extraordinary service as Executive Director of the Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure.
Elaine Grobman receives a “standing O” from the hundreds of people whose lives she enriched, changed and in some cases saved, through her breast cancer activism.
John McNeil, President & CEO and John Goodchild, Director of Marketing, Cancer Treatment Centers of America speak on behalf of the group of “Future Visionaries.”
Elaine Grobman and “Founding Visionary,” Dr. Edith Mitchell, Kimmel Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital toast a remarkable evening celebrating 20 years of achievements.
