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MIFA “FEED THE SOUL” PARTY
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MIFA “Feed the Soul” Party Celebrating Memphis
T Todd and Patricia Walker
Laurie Stark and Steve Cohen
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he Warehouse in the South Main Historic District was packed to the gills with a turnout of about 900 guests to celebrate the Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association’s continued dedication to 60,000 Memphis and Shelby County residents, including senior citizens and families in crisis. Presented by SunTrust, the benefit is indeed one of the most anticipated parties of the year, and this year delivered as promised. On a picture perfect autumn evening, everything was about “green” as folks entered the grounds on a green carpet and took advantage of photo ops with DJ Raiford, who also spun some great tunes that definitely set the mood for a stellar evening. Outside, beautifully draped green tables with centerpieces of green hydrangeas provided a place for folks to enjoy an abundance of tasty appetizers, Memphis soul food and tantalizing desserts contributed by the Brushmark Restaurant, Catering For U, Charles Vergos’ Rendezvous, Chattanooga Bakery, Inc., The Inn at Hunt Phelan, Lickety Split Ice Cream, Zest Special Events, Chow Time and Hog Wild BBQ. Many vied for the chance to win dozens of raffle prizes donated by area merchants such as Amro Music Stores, Inc., The Blue Monkey, Breakaway Running, Dabbles Hair Co., Davis-Kidd Booksellers, Mango Street Baby, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, Memphis Grizzlies, Midtown Yoga, Muddy’s Bake Shop and Playhouse on the Square. MoonPies and big red wax lips were among fun party favors. A return favorite from years past was the oxygen bar, where partygoers bellied up to experience a 10-minute hit of a variety of flavored air to help relieve those fall allergies. New this time was a bourbon cave where an array of fine bourbons was presented for tasting. Buster’s Liquors & Wines, Coors Light, The Corkscrew, The Patrón Spirits Company, Athens Distributing and PepsiAmericas, Inc. provided beverages. The party was also one of the last opportunities for bargain shoppers to hit the MIFA Store, as it was to be closed at the end of the month. Rounding out the festivities was a rousing appearance by Memphis drummer Ryan Peel and his band. Charlie Nelson, MIFA’s director of volunteers and special events, enthused, “Feed the Soul was bigger and better than ever—a success on all fronts. We always try to offer new entertainment for our guests. We had more guests than last year and raised more money (grossing more than $100,000) to benefit MIFA’s programs in the community. Thanks, Memphis!” See all the party photos at rsvpmagazine.com Password: RSVP
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Story by Ruth Cassin Photos by Don Perry
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