Recreation

"Just another example of what makes our home so special," Cullum said. "I couldn't possibly feel and more lucky, than I do now."

The evening at the Plaza raised $1.75 million, honored trustees Mark H. Rachesky, MD, and Jodi J. Schwartz, and longtime corporate partner Beacon Health Options.

"We are hoping this will help to bring awareness to the differences between us as well as more awareness to orphaned and injured local wildlife," shared Shelley Berkoski.

"We started at Beach Bar in 1993 at a location that had changed hands multiple times in the years prior (sound familiar?)," noted Scott W. Spanburgh.

"They'll support patient services, our objectives, and Planned Parenthood is unique in the fact that it has three 'legs' essentially: from the patient services side, the education, and the advocacy," noted Vincent Russell.

"I've come to the conclusion that we're here for a reason," Shafiroff says.

"We've held An Evening of Comedy around Mother's Day for a number of years now, and it's a fundraiser that sells out every year and it's always such fun," noted Pamela Green.

Guests were feted by the Siong Leng Musical Association, their first performance in the United States.

Presented in collaboration with Lincoln and Billboard, the 2017 series will feature several unmissable performances.

"The mission of the League is to provide the best possible care for all animals needing protection in our community," said Gillian Pultz.