Art in the Dark brings light to Lighthouse of Manasota
Art in the Dark was hosted April 14 at Michael's On East.
By
Kayleigh Omang
| 7:25 p.m. April 14, 2018
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Contrary to it's name, Michael's On East was brightly lit for Lighthouse of Manasota's event, Art in the Dark on April 14.Â
The third annual gala brights guests together to support the organization, which works with patients experiencing vision loss. The evening started with cocktail hour in the atrium, with photo opportunities with exotic birds from the Sarasota Jungle Gardens.
Dinner and acknowledgements followed, as well as a live auction and paddle raise. The evening ended with dancing to the DJ.Â
The gala was dedicated to the late longtime supporter and volunteer, Anne H. Spurge.
President and CEO Lisa Howard with Board President Linda Brown
Co-Chairs Dr. Jody and Angela Abrams
Art in the Dark was hosted at Michael's On East.
Gold decor lit up the ballroom.
Elegant floral bouquets centered the tables.
Lighthouses were placed around the ballroom.
Erin Crowell, Michele Craig and Molly Jenkins
Kristen Widumas and Tim Schott
Dan Brooks and Ana Juarez
A silent auction table lined the back of the atrium.
Barbara and Bob Stepleman
Drs. James McEntyre and John Niffenegger
Silent auction items included pieces of art.
This auction item was painted by Lighthouse of Manasota client Jesus Herrera.
Guests were able to take photos with a Scarlet Macaw and other exotic birds during cocktail hour.
Jack Miller and President and CEO Lisa Howard
Kelli Bosch, Jennifer Mumma and Kimberly Reed
Sheryl Vieira and Tim Raines
Meredith Ernst and Shari Paler
Angelica Bradley, Laura Steefel-Moore and Elizabeth Krupnick
Nick Cerciello, Michelle Betancourt, Tyler Roberts and Chelsea Spalding
Len and Janet Spalding
Nicole Mobley, Chelsa Altena and Olga Strelkov take a photo with the birds from the Sarasota Jungle Gardens.
