The Storybook Gala continues to be supported by a large and energetic group of volunteers - this year totaling more than 30 community and staff members. The majority of MWPH patients receive Medicaid and these funds will help bridge the gap between insurance and out-of-pocket expenses. Hundreds of books were also collected for the Priority 1 Automotive Group Book Drive.įundraising for this 5 th gala was $315,000 (net), which will provide support to ongoing programs and services for children receiving inpatient and outpatient care. Two patients were featured in the Gala's feature video - a toddler who became a gunshot victim and a young boy adapting to his type 1 diabetes diagnosis. The school has a relationship with MWPH through a work study program. The evening kicked off with a surprise performance from the Cristo Rey Jesuit High School step team. Washington Pediatric Hospital on the success of the 5th Annual Storybook Gala." "Our restaurants have also supported the important work of the hospital staff with events throughout the year for patients and their families. Washington Pediatric Hospital's annual Gala," said Jim Mitich, president and COO of Big Steaks Management. "The Ruth's Chris team is extremely proud to have served again as presenting sponsor of Mt. "It was a true honor to serve as gala chair, and I'm incredibly grateful to the gala committee, hospital staff, event sponsors and others who came together to create this wild and magical event." "This was such an amazing evening, and it was wonderful to see the Baltimore community's support for this special hospital," said Hoffman. The event was chaired by Heather Hoffman, whose son received services at MWPH. The event took place at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel and included a cocktail reception, dinner and dancing, silent auction, raffle, live auction and a special "Fund-A-Wish" appeal. "The generosity of our sponsors and attendees will help our hospital continue its evolution as a leader in providing children's health care in Maryland." "We're so proud to have celebrated our 5 th Annual Storybook Gala," said Sheldon Stein, president and CEO of the hospital. In five years, the gala has raised $1.25 million (net) for the hospital which provides care to children in Maryland and beyond. Presented by Ruth's Chris Steak House, the "Where the Wild Things Are"-themed event welcomed more than 650 guests for a singular soiree. Additionally, we will offer a discount to participants who are registering for multiple performance workshops.BALTIMORE, MD (May 30) - A wild rumpus occurred in Baltimore on May 12, as the city's philanthropic community gathered for the 5 th annual Storybook Gala benefiting Mt. Partial scholarships and work-study positions are available (thanks to past winter circuses!). 7 at the Goodman Center, and we will begin meeting at MCS on Oct. NOTE THAT OUR FIRST REHEARSAL WILL BE SUNDAY OCT. Where: Madison Circus Space, Madison (map). Participants must be available for all tech/performance call times, and a minimum of twelve (out of fifteen scheduled) rehearsals. Dress rehearsal Friday evening, 2/8, matinee and evening performances (2 and 7 p.m.) on 2/9, matinee performance 2/10 (2 p.m). Who: Kids (10 and up) through adults, with prior experience in the aforementioned disciplines and consent of directors. 9 and 10, 2019, at the Goodman Community Center! We will spend 15 weeks creating and polishing circus acts which combine skills and apparatus such as tight wire, stilts, German Wheel, unicycle, acrobatics and juggling! We tend to use a collaborative format that allows participants to learn about choreography, creative process and performance skills as they combine ideas with mentorship and guidance from professionals in the field. Proceeds will benefit our Wild Rumpus Circus Scholarship fund! Our next Winter Circus production will take place on Feb.
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