The Sunshine Kids supporters put on their best western wear

Rhinestones and Ranchers was hosted Nov. 10 at the Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club.

  • By Kayleigh Omang
  • | 8:25 a.m. November 11, 2018
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It was a sea of hats, boots and sparkles Nov. 10 at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club.

The occasion – the Rhinestones and Ranchers gala, which benefits The Sunshine Kids, an organization dedicated to helping children with cancer smile. They do this through providing the children and their families with experiences such as parties, events and activities. 

The evening brought a few special guests, such as musical impressionist Jimmy Keys, who entertained guests after dinner, as well as The Sunshine Kid spokesperson, 13-year-old Grayson Zrelak.

 

Co-Chairs Bonnie Allen, Mike Holland and Lori Ruth
Co-Chairs Bonnie Allen, Mike Holland and Lori Ruth
Executive Director G. W. Bailey, Co-Chairman Mike Holland, Pat McMillan and Jimmy Keys
Executive Director G. W. Bailey, Co-Chairman Mike Holland, Pat McMillan and Jimmy Keys
Zack and Kathy Collums
Zack and Kathy Collums
Sunshine Kid Grayson, Michelle, Avery and Carl Zrelak
Sunshine Kid Grayson, Michelle, Avery and Carl Zrelak
Dore Baratta and David Stasney
Dore Baratta and David Stasney
Colorful flowers adorned the tables.
Colorful flowers adorned the tables.
Salena Wilhoit and Dr. Chivas James
Salena Wilhoit and Dr. Chivas James
Two sculptures by Miro Czekanski were up for bids in the silent auction.
Two sculptures by Miro Czekanski were up for bids in the silent auction.
Eric Sommerton, Jimmy Keys and Elizabeth Balie
Eric Sommerton, Jimmy Keys and Elizabeth Balie
Bob Massanova with Maryellen and Art Paterson
Bob Massanova with Maryellen and Art Paterson
Guests could purchase a bracelet for a chance to win a necklace worth $2,300.
Guests could purchase a bracelet for a chance to win a necklace worth $2,300.
The Sunshine Kids mission is to make kids with cancer smile through activities, parties, events and more.
The Sunshine Kids mission is to make kids with cancer smile through activities, parties, events and more.
Kim Young and Jim Schumacher
Kim Young and Jim Schumacher
Pat and Mac McMillan
Pat and Mac McMillan
Clint and Heather Kasten
Clint and Heather Kasten
Dee Landoli and Carol Twigg
Dee Landoli and Carol Twigg
Millie and Melissa Sica
Millie and Melissa Sica
Shelly and John Corey
Shelly and John Corey
Genny and Rodger Zara
Genny and Rodger Zara
Joan and Stuart Love
Joan and Stuart Love
Jill and John Raleigh
Jill and John Raleigh
Charlotte Griffin and Natasha Selvaraj
Charlotte Griffin and Natasha Selvaraj

 

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