
Guests had a roaring good time at the “Fizz & Feathers” 1920s-era themed fundraiser organized by young philanthropists of the 5280 AIR Society held September 7 at the Ironworks venue in downtown Denver. The evening event benefits the chronically ill children of National Jewish Health Morgridge Academy.
Fizz & Feathers is the latest signature event of the 5280 AIR Society (Asthma, Immunology and Respiratory), a Denver group of active healthcare supporters devoted to supporting National Jewish Health programs and mission.
Clem Connolly, National Director Special Events Western Region for National Jewish Health, welcomed the guests and introduced this year’s event hosts. The event Chairs this year were Margery & Mike Gavin and Kelsey & Brad Morse with Honorary Chairs: Karyn & Ross Chotin, Angela & Dan Feiner, and Dana & Brian Parks.
The event converted Denver’s Ironworks venue into a modern-day speakeasy, showcasing some of Denver’s top restaurants, award-winning mixologists and an inspired take on the music of the Roaring Twenties. Presenting Sponsor is Bastion, a Denver-based management consulting company. The Speakeasy 24 band entertained all night long. An eclectic buffet and appetizers were provided by supporting Denver restaurants: Acorn, GQ Barbeque, Little Man Ice Cream, Ocean Prime, the Atomic Provisions restaurants, and JW Marriott- Cherry Creek.

The Ironworks is a restored exposed brick building featuring Art Deco decor.
Ironworks is a restored historic exposed brick building featuring art deco décor, indoor/outdoor space for guests, and large custom chandeliers. The event featured great tunes from the golden era of music with hits from Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Glenn Miller, and Louis Armstrong. Contemporary music also included hits from soft jazz favorites from Norah Jones and Michael Buble’.
The Roaring Twenties theme matched the Art Deco decor of Ironworks with guests donning their best Gatsby-like styles. The Speakeasy 24 band provided a wide variety of 1920s-era songs, upbeat ‘Charleston-worthy’ classics, and contemporary hits that kept guests moving all night.

The “Fizz and Feathers” event benefits the National Jewish Health Morgridge Academy
Guests were also able to bid on impressive silent auction items including sports memorabilia, fine wines, jewelry and a 7-day Maui vacation for four people.
The researchers, physicians and patient-care staff at National Jewish provide world-class care to people who suffer from respiratory, immune and related diseases, including asthma, emphysema, lung cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, allergic disease and heart disease.
The 5280 AIR Society members represent a variety of industries and will lead the next generation of the institution’s philanthropy by sharing their ideas and vision to propel fundraising efforts, drive awareness, and pave the way for up-and-coming young leadership.
For more information about the 5280 AIR Society please visit: https://www.nationaljewish.org/giving/get-involved/5280-air-society
- The 5280 AIR Society’s event was officially called: “Fizz and Feathers-A Roaring Good Time”
- The Fizz and Feathers event was held at the renovated turn of the century Ironworks
- Several fine wines were available for the silent auction
- The silent auction lasted till 10:30 pm
- The Fizz & Feathers event featured a Roaring ’20s Art Deco theme
- Mary Ehlert, Keri Henning, Alyssa Paschke
- Brad and Kelsey Morse; Margery and Mike Gavin
- Sarah and Mark Davidson
- JD and Christine McCausey
- Amanda Witheiler, Jordan Deifik, Nancy Deifik
- Clem Connolly, Brad Morse, Mike Gavin
- Trevor and Sarah Chapin; Ross and Karyn Chotin
- Ross and Karyn Chotin
- Jennifer and Ashton Altieri of CBS4 Denver
- Mark and Melissa Levine
- Anne Sullivan, Wendy Hickey, Mali Hickey
- Jessica Fish, Alyssa Paschke
- Roaring Twenties Dancers got the party started
- Clem Connolly, national special events director/Western region for National Jewish Health, with friends
- Megan Whiteside, Nicole Valdez, Kate Vollmer, Athena Brownson
- Julie Morse, Jocelyn Blumenthal
- Brad Morse, Julie Morse, Joselyn Blumenthal, Kelsey Morse
- All smiles for this entertaining event
- The Speakeasy 24band kept the crowd entertained all night
- Taylor Pluss, Louise Wood
- Fran and Phil Yeddis
- Geri Schiff, Jenna Leiter
- Keri Henning, Joe Reynolds
- The Speakeasy 24 band performed a wide variety of classic ’20s hits
- The Speakeasy 24 band kept the crowd dancing
- Lauren and Keobs Avila
- April Anderson, Rachel Dickerson
- Jake and Kristin Mackensen
- Reps from Audi Denver: Heather Mellick, Spencer Webb, Steve Powers
- Jake and Gaby Shirek; David and Jordan Feiner; Nadia Garas
- Lisa Walko, Lauren Selinger
- Guests listen to the event presenters
- Guests attire featured the Roaring Twenties style fashion
- Jake and Gaby Shirek
- Speakeasy 24 band performed swing favorites and contemporary hits
- Appetizers from Ocean Prime restaurant
- Appetizers from Ocean Prime restaurant
- Ali Mayer, Tania Dunham, Tanya Nygaard
- Jordan Lance, KC Yasmer
- The Speakeasy 24 band provided a wide selection of musical numbers
- The Ironworks venue in downtown Denver is rich in the 1920s Art Deco style
- Brian Grimm, Joe Tetreault
- It’s not a party without a little drama
- Denver’s downtown Ironworks venue ensured that guests at the “Fizz and Feathers” had a roaring good time