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Neuro Challenge shines bright with ‘A Night Under the Stars’

The annual fundraising gala was held on April 7 at Michael’s On East.


  • By Niki Kottmann
  • | 10:31 p.m. April 7, 2017
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Guests sparkled in gorgeous gowns and sophisticated suits on April 7 at Michael’s On East for Neuro Challenge Foundation for Parkinson’s annual fundraising gala.

A Night Under the Stars transformed the Michael’s ballroom into a twinkling evening sky under which, rather than stargazing, guests mingled, enjoyed dinner and bid on several live auction items featuring everything from a seven-night Hilton Head Island getaway to a South African safari package.

Neuro Challenge Executive Director Robyn Faucy also used the evening to make a special announcement: Neuro Challenge is currently organizing a day-long Parkinson’s expo that will be on April 14, 2018 at Robarts Arena. More than 2,000 people are expected to attend, and they’ll learn about the latest in Parkinson's treatment options, research, management techniques and more.

Kathy Leon, Elizabeth Earp and Co-Chairwoman Diana Napoliello
Kathy Leon, Elizabeth Earp and Co-Chairwoman Diana Napoliello
Marvin Albert, Gerri Aaron and Neuro Challenge Executive Director Robyn Faucy
Marvin Albert, Gerri Aaron and Neuro Challenge Executive Director Robyn Faucy
Dr. Jody Abrams with his wife, Co-Chairwoman Angela Abrams
Dr. Jody Abrams with his wife, Co-Chairwoman Angela Abrams
Neuro Challenge Foundation for Parkinson’s A Night Under the Stars took place on April 7 at Michael’s On East.
Neuro Challenge Foundation for Parkinson’s A Night Under the Stars took place on April 7 at Michael’s On East.
David Lipton and Brian Lipton
David Lipton and Brian Lipton
Kim Thomas, Martin Kranzbaun and Lynn Elkes
Kim Thomas, Martin Kranzbaun and Lynn Elkes
Dean Steffenhagen, Suzanne and Brad Anderson, John Hogan and Julie Brooks
Dean Steffenhagen, Suzanne and Brad Anderson, John Hogan and Julie Brooks
JoAnn Westbrook and K.C. Higgins
JoAnn Westbrook and K.C. Higgins
Karen and Jim Paulin
Karen and Jim Paulin
Trey Barclay, Wendy Rickenbach, Charlyn Shelton and Michael Fitzgerald
Trey Barclay, Wendy Rickenbach, Charlyn Shelton and Michael Fitzgerald
Laura Gilbert and Tracy Spalsbury
Laura Gilbert and Tracy Spalsbury
Stevan and Taylor Collins
Stevan and Taylor Collins
Carol Elliott and Nola Hietbrink
Carol Elliott and Nola Hietbrink
David Lyles and Heidi Brown
David Lyles and Heidi Brown
June McEleavy and her daughter, Allison McEleavy
June McEleavy and her daughter, Allison McEleavy
Sara Weinberg and Jennifer Williams
Sara Weinberg and Jennifer Williams
Laurie Sparr, Carisa Campanella and Cynthia Koski
Laurie Sparr, Carisa Campanella and Cynthia Koski
Jesse Carr and Michelle Gambler
Jesse Carr and Michelle Gambler
Jared Smith, Sarah Jaquith and Alan Dalton
Jared Smith, Sarah Jaquith and Alan Dalton
Jennifer and Matthew Archangeli
Jennifer and Matthew Archangeli
Robin Carr, Tammy Taylor and Michelle Gambler
Robin Carr, Tammy Taylor and Michelle Gambler
Kathie Musto, president of the Neuro Challenge Board of Directors, addresses the crowd at A Night Under the Stars on April 7 at Michael’s On East.
Kathie Musto, president of the Neuro Challenge Board of Directors, addresses the crowd at A Night Under the Stars on April 7 at Michael’s On East.
Co-Chairwomen Angela Abrams and Diana Napoliello laugh after their speech at A Night Under the Stars on April 7 at Michael’s On East.
Co-Chairwomen Angela Abrams and Diana Napoliello laugh after their speech at A Night Under the Stars on April 7 at Michael’s On East.
Neuro Challenge Executive Director Robyn Faucy explains how excited she is about the upcoming Parkinson’s Expo while speaking at A Night Under the Stars on April 7 at Michael’s On East.
Neuro Challenge Executive Director Robyn Faucy explains how excited she is about the upcoming Parkinson’s Expo while speaking at A Night Under the Stars on April 7 at Michael’s On East.

 

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