It’s not just the poker players who’re hoping for a full house when the gaming tables open for the 2008 Pink-Tie Affair.
On Saturday night, the folks at Susan G. Komen for the Cure are hoping to fill the Sheraton Denver Hotel’s Plaza Ballroom with people willing to take a chance and join 9News anchors Kim Christiansen and Mark Koebrich in supporting the breast cancer research and education programs offered by Komen’s Denver affiliate.
In addition to casino games, guests at the 6 p.m. event also can bid on an African safari, Las Vegas getaway and golf at The Sanctuary. Reserve a $175 ticket by visiting .
And, there’s more.
YouthBiz, a mentoring program for students from low-income families, raised $45,000 at a fashion show and dinner held at Mile High Station. Denver City Council members Paul Lopez and Carla Madison, plus Broncos cheerleaders Serita Archuleta and Stefanie Buttars, were among those modeling street-smart styles from Brandi Shigley’s Fashion Denver. . . . Assistance League of Denver kicked off its annual Christmas at Our House boutique with a cocktail party honoring 28-year volunteer Angela Alexis. The fundraiser continues through Saturday at Bosworth Mansion, 1400 Josephine St. Hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., admission is $5 or $35 for those who’d like lunch. . . . Mayor John Hickenlooper is expected to join attorney Steve Farber, Rich Kylberg, and DCPA chairman Dan Ritchie at a theater party Wednesday that benefits the Raymond Wentz Foundation. Oncologist David Schrier and his family will be honored at a Seawell Ballroom reception that precedes a performance of “The Miracle Worker.” For tickets, visit .
Also on Wednesday: The Scientific and Cultural Facilities District presents its Rex Morgan Citizen Volunteer Award to Bob Greenlee at a ceremony at 5:30 p.m. in the Denver Center Galleria, and songbird Celine Dion attends a meet-and-greet benefiting Craig Hospital prior to her concert at the Pepsi Center. Tickets for the latter are $850 and include refreshments, a photo op with Dion and priority seating. Call Sue Lynch, 303-789-8578.
Also consider.
A fashion show and auction to help defray costs associated with treating infant Alexandra Jonte’s leukemia begins at noon Sunday at Red & Jerry’s, 1840 W. Oxford Ave., Sheridan. Details: . 4alexandra. . . . The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Breath of Life Gala, honoring Dr. Frank Accurso, takes place Nov. 22 at the Hyatt Regency Convention Center. Chairwoman Teresa Elder hopes to top last year’s $550,000 profit. Tickets are $250 at 303-296-6610. . . . Something to keep in mind if you’re planning to attend Reel Hope: Take 13 on Dec. 4: There will be 250 fewer seats than last year, as the Continental Theatre is undergoing a big renovation, so don’t wait till the last minute or you may be out of luck. “Frost/Nixon” is the movie; Nancy Gary and Daniel Seff are the honorees. Order online: .
Society editor Joanne Davidson: 303-809-1314 or jdavidson@denverpost.com
