bloom – A Night to Remember!
Stepping Stones is a place where everyone can bloom – especially people with disabilities.
Support Stepping Stones’ programs for people with disabilities at the 15th anniversary Bloom gala, presented by Huntington Bank.Celebrating 15 years, Bloom will truly be an affair to remember! Our Bloom chair Ellen Grossi invites you and 450 guests for a fabulous night under the stars at Greenacres Arts Center in Indian Hill.
The event will be held Saturday, September 7 and features tapas from more than 20 Cincinnati restaurants and caterers, cocktails and dancing to live-music by Stays in Vegas. Guests will also be able to bid to win a large selection of premier packages, getaways and experiences in our silent auction. During the event, the Emcee for a brief program will be WCPO’s Weather Expert and Chief Meteorologist, Steve Raleigh.
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 7 at 7 pm
Greenacres Arts Center
8400 Blome Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45243
Bloom Tickets:
$150 per Person
$85 per Young Professional
For More Details & Sponsorship Opportunities:
Special Events Coordinator
Libby Michael
(513) 965-5103
Email
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.
