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taste of love gala
Pam Murphy, Stephanie Boswell, Bonnie Leadbetter, Laura Buoch, Greg Embry, Patricia Terwilliger, Anita Patterson, Rebecca King and Tracy Dean.
at The Ritz-Carlton Buckhead – February 7 MAYOR’S MASKED BALL
Dec. 20 7 PM. One of Atlanta’s top events of the holiday season, the United Negro College Fund’s signature gala will be held at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, with the Mayor’s VIP reception and silent auction followed by an elegant dinner, Parade of Stars and Dignitaries, dancing and live entertainment. $550 per person.
uncf.org. 404/302-8623.
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and organizations that exemplify excellence in leadership and have demonstrated a commitment to the principles and philosophy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
thekingcenter.org.
PIEDMONT BALL
Jan. 24 This 58th annual white-tie affair, sponsored by The Woman’s Auxiliary of Piedmont Hospital, will be held at the Piedmont Driving Club. Sally G. Tomlinson, honorary chair. Mrs. Robert A. Miller (Dana) and Mrs. Richard L. Shackelford (Honey), co-chairs. 404/605-3273.
Salute to greatness awards dinner
STARFISH BALL
annual awards dinner will be held at the Atlanta Hyatt-Regency Hotel to recognize individuals
Mardi Gras celebration at The St. Regis Atlanta features a formal dinner and silent auction. The nsoro
Jan. 17 The King Center’s
Jan. 24 Atlanta’s most festive
Foundation annually celebrates the student of the year (the nsoro scholar with the highest overall GPA). Proceeds benefit nsoro Foundation high school graduation programs and the student scholarship fund. King Tony Conway and Queen Sandra Baldwin. 404/574-6763. thenf.org.
AJFF Opening Night Gala Jan. 28 5 PM. 15th annual Atlanta
Jewish Film Festival opening night at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre will include a reception for sponsors and Red Carpet VIP ticket buyers with food selections from celebrity chefs from around Atlanta as well as Israel, an open bar, and live entertainment. The opening night film will follow at 7:30 PM.
ajff.org.
ELEGANT SALUTE
Jan. 31 The Georgia Museum of Art’s annual benefit, themed “An Elegant Salute to Georgia,” will highlight the many wonders of the state, both artistic and natural. The evening at the museum includes a cocktail reception and formal dinner, followed by an after-party at 9 PM with music, dancing and a fashion show. David Matheny and Michael Montesani, chairs. 706/542-9078
FEBRUARY ODYSSEY BRUNCH
Feb. 2 9:30-11:30 AM. 6th annual brunch at The St. Regis Atlanta makes it possible for 300 students to attend this life-changing program for free. Events leading up to the
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