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May 7 :: Embassy Suites :: Loveland A feel-good evening of celebration was on hand at the 8th annual Cultivate Hope event, commemorating the 10th anniversary of The Matthews House. The garden-themed party hosted a splendid silent auction and live music for its 330 guests to enjoy. Presentations during the evening honored youth and families, who shared their powerful personal stories of success in partnership with The Matthews House. Generous supporters helped to raise more than $100,000 to benefit The Matthews House and their mission to help young adults and families shape positive futures for themselves on their road to self-sufficiency. Photos courtesy of Craig Vollmer Photography.
Back: Courtney Schleusener, Bri Barbera, Lyman Baete, Tyra Morrison. Front: Elvira Sanchez, Katie Vodraska
Sean & Sarah Lambourne
Nicole Armstrong, Renee & Clark Miller Renee & Clark Miller – Volunteer of the Year Recipients
James & Sheena Chand
Nancy & Ken John, Jim Drendel Nancy & Ken John – Jim Drendel Growing Stronger Together Award Recipients
Nicole Kershner, Ann Schofield, Susan Garvin
Tasha & John Runkles
Matt Prater, Ali Adsit
Mark & Jen Sleeter, Talyn, Mary Beth Green Mark & Jen Sleeter – HOST Home of the Year Award Recipients
ROCKIN’ & BLOCKIN’ SOCK HOP May 8 :: Best Western Plus :: Loveland Guests decked out in saddle shoes, poodle skirts and leather jackets enjoyed reliving the '50s at the inaugural Rockin’ and Blockin’ Sock Hop. The event held in concert with May Melanoma Awareness month, included a presentation by Sha Na Na saxophonist and spokesperson for Melanoma Education Foundation (MEF), Michael Brown, and added to a fun-filled evening of live music, food and dancing. Proceeds from the event will benefit MEF’s mission to educate youth about the dangers of melanoma in middle and high schools on a local and national level. Photos courtesy of Julie Ulstrup Photography.
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Michael Brown, Linda Akey
Sue Sutton, Julie Ulstrup
Amalia Foy, Sarah Kirk
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