Over two thousand guests gathered at the Palmer Events Center on Saturday, March 1, for one of the largest celebrations of the year, the Helping Hand Home’s 82nd annual gala, The Crystal Ball. Chaired by Meredith Bagan and Taylor Harper, the fabulous event featured a full day of festivities, beginning with a champagne brunch and the presentation of the ball’s First Grade Princesses, an introduction of the 9th Grade Helping Hand Girls and the college-aged Debutantes.
Guests of The Crystal Ball reconvened in the evening for the event’s hallmark black-tie Debutante Presentation Gala. Thousands of elegantly dressed guests reunited with old friends and prepared for more festivities to come. With abundant floral decorations by Westbank Flower Market and Debutantes dressed in classic white dresses, the Palmer Events Center was transformed into something straight from a fairy tale.
After a spirited cocktail hour, guests were treated to a delicious meal as the 9th Grade Helping Hand Boys and Girls were presented one by one, followed by the presentation of Debutantes, their Escorts and Junior Escorts. Following the presentation, guests of all ages danced the night away to the music of Love & Happiness.
Funds from The Crystal Ball benefit Helping Hand Home for Children, an organization that has provided a nurturing home for children since 1893. To learn more about Helping Hand Home, go to helpinghandhome.org.
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