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August 05, 2008 - Raleigh, NC – After meeting Dawn Torrence, the President and founder of CHERBUS, and becoming educated about the effects of CDH on newborns, more specifically the loss of Dawn’s own son Shane, Raleigh’s premiere event planning company, Signature Events, Inc. donated their services in producing the Inaugural CHERUBS Angel Ball.
CHERUBS, a non-profit organization was created to support parents of children born with CDH and assist in leading the medical community toward both the cause and prevention of this devastating birth defect. With participation from the local community, CHERUBS hosted two events for the public including, the 2008 Angel Ball and the 1st Annual CHERUBS Golf Tournament.
“After meeting Dawn and hearing her story, as well as learning about the devastating effects of children born with CDH, we immediately offered our services in the production of the first CHERUBS Angel Ball,” commented Anna Beltran, President of Signature Events, Inc.
The crepe myrtles were blooming at the Sarah P. Duke Gardens in Durham, North Carolina, where the 2008 Angel Ball took place. The event was filled with ambiance, glamour and entertainment. Tables were set in a beautiful gold and white theme to compliment CHERUBS vision of Angels and white gowns.
The lighting was designed to accent the magnificent features of the garden, accomplished by hanging lights and gorgeous floral center pieces. Live music was performed by The Stone Age Romeos, a local Top 40’s band, throughout the evening. The Silent Auction consisted of numerous unique items such as prints and artistic paintings – many of which were designed specifically for the Angel Ball, vacation packages, professional services, jewelry and much more. Men were dressed in tuxedos while the women took center stage as the “angels of the ball”, dressed in their wedding dresses and other beautiful white gowns.
“The Angel Ball was the planting of a seed for a tradition of annual Angel Balls, as well as raising much needed attention and funds for CHERUBS,” adds Beltran. “There are many worthy causes, but this was an event which we felt compelled to donate our time and resources to. We wanted to create an event for Dawn and the families with children affected by CDH, that was worthy of their passion and commitment toward getting the word out.”
“Signature Events was able to take my vision and make it a reality; producing an amazing, well-thought-out, one-of-a-kind event that completely exceeded my expectations,” said Torrence. “They were able to provide so much more than just their services to CHERUBS, they provided CDH sufferers and their families with a night full of fun and long lasting memories.”
Signature Events’ highly imaginative solutions, consistent cost control and determined focus on client objectives have made them a name to remember when it comes to event planning. From Corporate sales meetings to special occasions, Signature Events provides the required technology, décor, design, menu and complete event management to assure each client’s event is an Event that inspires.
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