Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation 26th Anniversary Bear Tie Ball “Candy Land”

Saturday, March 2, 2019, 6:00 PM - 11:59 PM  |  view details and directions

Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation 26th Anniversary Bear Tie Ball “Candy Land”
The Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation announces the 26th Anniversary Bear Tie Ball “Candy Land,” benefiting pediatric cancer research, in honor of the children who are fighting and those who have lost their battle to cancer. This extraordinary evening, inspired by the whimsical world of the childhood favorite game Candy Land, will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at the UIC Forum, 725 West Roosevelt Road, Chicago. This black-tie event pays homage to the wonder and imagination of a child’s mind, as well as their insatiable sweet tooth! The Peppermint Forest will feature an evening of fanciful entertainment, with the lively tunes of the multi-genre group, Front of House. Led by singer David Sherman, who has been has been performing for over 20 years, this nine-piece band will be sure to sweep you off your feet in a night filled with contagious beats and uproarious fun. Roz Varon, Emmy Award-winning journalist, pioneering traffic reporter at ABC7 Chicago and cancer-survivor, will serve as mistress of ceremonies and host the evening’s events, which includes a live auction. Event co-chairs Kristine Farra and Michael Palumbo will present a “Tribute to Courage” to Emily Crabtree, who has been battling cancer for over two decades since she was 17. In addition, the William J. Casey Hope Award will be presented to The Dalmazio Family of Tony’s Italian Deli & Subs and The Marino Family and Team at Marino Chrysler Jeep Dodge for their meaningful contributions to Bear Necessities, which supports the mission to end pediatric cancer and give hope to those who are affected by it. Cocktail hour begins at 6 p.m. followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. The program will help kids rediscover their childhood while working to discover a cure for pediatric cancer. Tickets are $400 per person and $4,000 per table; sponsorship opportunities are available. Purchase tickets to join the race to Candy Castle at the 2019 Bear Tie Ball at https://www.bearnecessities.org/event/bear-tie-ball/. For all sponsorship inquiries, to place an ad in the Tribute Book or to donate items for the auctions contact Mimi Bajagich, Director of Special Events, at mbajagich@bearnecessities.org or (312) 214-1200 Ext. 26.

Location: UIC Forum
UIC Forum
725 West Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60608

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