This year’s National Jewish Beaux Arts Ball, presented by the Morgridge Family Foundation, was a wickedly good time, drawing over 1,100 down the yellow brick road. Despite Colorado’s spell of a storm, the room was filled with supporters eager to help fundraise for National Jewish Health’s groundbreaking medical research and treatment.
The event honored Grand Marshals Lindsey and Stanton Dodge, Dianne Eddolls and Glenn Jones, Leslie and Noel Ginsburg, and Elaine and Kevin Kauffman. These couples were recognized for their philanthropy in the Denver community.
As soon as the doors opened to the ballroom, everyone was in complete awe. The Hyatt Regency was completely transformed, with artistic and ornate centerpieces, green and pink up lighting, Oz inspired performers, magic wands and flying monkeys.
Starting with the entry of the goggle-wearing emerald drummers, Vali Entertainment filled the room with magic.The band and vocalists were brilliant, successfully getting guests on their feet and dancing.
Attendees bid on exclusive packages, including viewing the 2016 Academy Awards with Elton John, vacationing at a 16th century Tuscan estate and driving exotic sports cars at High Plains Raceway.
The Fund-A-Need auction allowed guests to make a direct donation to support a specific area of need at National Jewish Health. This year, the funds will be used for eczema and allergy programs.
National Jewish Health is the leading respiratory hospital in the nation. Founded in 1899 as a nonprofit hospital, National Jewish Health today is the only facility in the world dedicated exclusively to groundbreaking medical research and treatment of patients with respiratory, cardiac, immune and related disorders. Patients and families come to National Jewish Health from around the world to receive cutting-edge, comprehensive, coordinated care. To learn more, visit www.njhealth.org.
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- Grand Marshals Leslie and Noel Ginsburg
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- Stunning table decor
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- There was magic at every table.
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- Grand Marshals Kevin and Elaine Kauffman and Michael Salem, M.D., CEO and President of National Jewish Health
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- Creative implementation of the event’s pink and green theme
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- Guests enjoyed the gifts left on their chairs.
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- Grand Marshals Lindsey and Stanton Dodge and Michael Salem, M.D., CEO and President of National Jewish Health
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- Top: Stanton Dodge, Glenn Jones, Michael Salem, M.D., Noel Ginsburg, Kevin Kauffman / Bottom: Lindsey Dodge, Diane Eddolls, Leslie Ginsburg, Elaine Kauffman
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- Top: Stanton Dodge, Glenn Jones, Michael Salem, M.D., Noel Ginsburg, Kevin Kauffman / Bottom: Lindsey Dodge, Diane Eddolls, Leslie Ginsburg, Elaine Kauffman
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- Top: Stanton Dodge, Glenn Jones, Michael Salem, M.D., Noel Ginsburg, Kevin Kauffman / Bottom: Lindsey Dodge, Diane Eddolls, Leslie Ginsburg, Elaine Kauffman
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- Chris Starkey and Lisa Tadirly
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- Samantha Reeves, Herb Cauldwell, Lauren Green-Cauldwell
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- Betsy Berlin and Bob Heiserman
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- Patricia and Jim Smith
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- Donnie Chrismer and Xitli Garcia
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- Christina Comer and Kate McGeever
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- Performers got guests dancing.
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- Tiffany and Bruce Arrant
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- Jill and Scott Richards
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- Berlin Jacob and Susan Chong
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- Joanne Field and Don Chenowetch
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- Terry and Gavin Hattersley
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- The food was divine!
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- Misty Roll and Heather Lemay
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- Misty Roll and Heather Lemay
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- Matthew Lindh and Lacey Blake
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- John Leasia and Claire Ginn
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- Taya and Patrick Johnson
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- Norwood and Barbara Robb, Kellie Fisher and Keith Johnson
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- Debbie Medved and Michelle Banno
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- Brooke and Chad Schoenveck
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- Dan and Susan Rich
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- Michael Niyompong and Tasha Jones
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- Faye Denby and Ellen Robinson
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- Tamara Ward, Maureen McDonald, Lori Fox
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- Cole and Robin Finnegan
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- Layla and Mark Mauldin
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- Rich Kline with United Airlines, Stephanie Kline, Ashley Kline, Patrick Kline
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- Julie Park, Randy and Kate Loveland
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- Ryan Hendricks, Nina Hendricks, Linda Schierburg, Richard Schierburg, Taylor Surroz, Ryan
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- Caryn and Anthony Dechescenzo
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- Scott and Amber Bustos
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- Anne Pritzlaff and Leslie Liedtke
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- Brittany and Ryan Call , State Chairman, Colorado Republican Party
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- Davin and Kelly Knaver
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- Megan and William Mutch
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- Vince Abrve, Katie Caschette, Erin Koksal, Brett Dolan
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- Michael Salem, M.D., CEO and President of National Jewish Health and Carrie Morgridge
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- Michael Salem, M.D., CEO and President of National Jewish Health and Carrie Morgridge
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- Michael Salem, M.D., CEO and President of National Jewish Health and Carrie and John Morgridge
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- Michael Salem, M.D., CEO and President of National Jewish Health and Carrie and John Morgridge
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- Meredith Tennis and Tristan Huie
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- Megan Connolly and Danica Lucker
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- Megan Connolly and Danica Lucker
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- The drummers from Oz
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- Marcello Balboa and Lissa Bricker
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- Sponsors were recognized on the yellow brick road.
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- Performers in their emerald green
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- The Oz drummers getting ready for their performance.
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- Phil and Becky Ruschmeyer
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- Welcome to the Beaux Arts Ball!
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- Ron and Donna Highland
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- Dancers in green entertained guests.
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- Reggie and Faye Washington
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- The band was wickedly talented!
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- Dave and Lisa Cicchinelli
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- What a scene!
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- Jack and Viki Thompson
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- Shawn and Pegah Moshir
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- Brian and Danielle Panicko
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- Don and Bev Schrader
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- Creative decor
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- The youngest guests started off the night’s dancing.
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- Charley Jwirtsman and Nancy Reichman
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- Making their big entrance
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- What a performance!
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- This lovely trio was a delight!
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- Beautiful music filled the room.
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- The energy at the event was electrifying!
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- Showing off their moves
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- Enjoying the music
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- Dancing the night away
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- What a night! Everyone had a blast.
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- Guests enjoyed watching the dancers.
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- Gorgeous!
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- Everyone was dressed to the nines.
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- The guests were impressed with the diverse food choices.
