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A Blooming Affaire ~ June 6 & 7, 2008
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Another blooming success for Chabot College
Foundation's 4th Annual
"A Blooming Affaire, Tour of
Tables and Design", fundraising
event held on June 6th
and 7th. The event organizers were delighted to present a weekend of
spectacular colors, fabrics, flowers and table top designs reflecting the
theme: The American South.
On Friday evening, guests were treated to the
sounds of Tommy Bro's All-Star Dixieland Jazz
Band, accompanied by Hog Island Oysters, Pink Lady specialty drinks and hors d'oeuvres by Miraglia Catering. On
Saturday, featured honored guest speakers
Gary Wright and Susan Soares of
Southern Living at
HOME and
Southern
Living Magazine made a
presentation on Southern influenced designs as well as tips on entertaining,
decorating and organizing in the home and garden.
Lunch was catered by
Patrick David's Catering.
This year's recipient of the
Gladiator Award was
Alameda
County Supervisor Gail Steele
.
This tradition recognizes individuals who have a
connection with Chabot
College
and have also had a dynamic impact on the surrounding communities. Ms.
Steele has been an exemplary supporter of
Chabot
College
and the Hayward
community.
A Blooming Affaire”
was chaired by Chabot Alum Tamara Papazian and
coordinated by a host of community members who share a
passion for interior design and who believe in the value of community
college education.
The event netted over $20,000 and proceeds will
greatly benefit the Chabot College Fine Arts, Interior Design and Nursing
Programs, as well as other campus needs.
Thank you to all our sponsors, donors and volunteers for your generous
support.
We hope that you will join us again next year as we go
“Hollywood”.
We anticipate another sell-out crowd and stunning table designs.
State Assemblymember Mary Hayashi and Alameda County
Supervisor Gail Steele
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