Attend the 15th Anniversary Bloom
Celebrate 15 Years of Bloom with Stepping Stones on Saturday, September 7th!
Event chair Ellen Grossi and Host & Hostess chair Anne Shanahan invite you to a night under the stars! The 15th anniversary Bloom gala will be held Saturday, September 7 at the stunning Greenacres Arts Center in Indian Hill.
Presented by Huntington, Bloom is a tented end-of-summer garden party that raises support for Stepping Stones’ programs serving people with disabilities. Dine on tapas and desserts from more than 25 Cincinnati restaurants and caterers, sip on refreshing cocktails and dance to live-music by Stays in Vegas.
Bloom also features a short program emceed by WCPO’s Steve Raleigh and a fabulous silent auction. Guests can conveniently bid on sports packages, getaways and other premier auction items from their smartphone with GiveSmart.
*New* Exclusive Art Auction for VIP Guests
In celebration of our 15th year, we’re excited to add an exclusive VIP Art Auction during Bloom! Must first purchase $125 Bloom Ticket in order to purchase additional $50 ticket for VIP Art Auction. This additional ticket grants entry into an art auction Facilitated by Eisele Gallery of Fine Art, with works by renowned local artist with a top-shelf bourbon and wine tasting. For more information, email Special Events Coordinator Libby Michael.
Bloom is Stepping Stones’ signature fundraiser and raises support for year-round programs serving people with disabilities. Major sponsors of the 15th anniversary event include presenting sponsor Huntington Bank and platinum sponsors Chemed Foundation, the Pettengill Family, Julie & John Richardson and their business SugarCreek.
15th Anniversary Bloom Gala, Presented by Huntington
Saturday, September 7th at 7 pm
Greenacres Arts Center
8400 Blome Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45243
Tickets: Bloom tickets are available!
Purchase Tickets to Bloom:
Bloom Tickets:
$125 Early Bloom Tickets
$85 Young Professional Tickets
Art Auction in addition to Bloom Ticket is $50
Unable to Attend? You Can Make a Gift to Support Bloom:
For More Details & Sponsorship Opportunities:
Special Events Coordinator
Libby Michael
(513) 965-5103
Email
For more information about the event click here
Enjoy Photos by Barb Hogan of the 14th annual Bloom Gala:
Bloom co-chairs Roger and Ceci David with Kerry Mongelluzzo and board president John Mongelluzzo.
The evening began with guests mingling and dining to light music by Bob Crawford.
Kristin and Mark Magner were big winners of the night - winning a Raffle Tree of restaurant gift cards from across Cincinnati valued at more than $2,300.When accepting their prize, they generously donated all of the gift cards back to Stepping Stones.
Committee member Stephanie DalleMolle and board member Leo DalleMolle.
Host & Hostess committee members Calvin and Lesley Johnston.
Host & Hostess committee members Kitsa and Robert Rhoad
The night's silent auction included several fine wine packages, including this wine basket donated by Jean & Bob Coughlin.
Special guest speaker Matt Thomas shared with guests the impact Stepping Stones' programs have had for his family.
Upon arrival, guests were welcomed with flutes of champagne.
All of the beautiful flowers at the event were created by the talented Alicia Mueller.
Our Bloom menu included tapas and desserts from more than 25 Cincinnati restaurants and caterers, including mini bundtinis by Nothing Bundt Cakes.
Taste of Belgium treated guests to savory and sweet Belgian waffles.
