Past ISES Toronto Events

Check out the pictures of our Annual Gala

The ISES Gala held on November 16 was another tremendous success. To all those who were fortunate to attend the 'Swing Out in Style' themed Gala held at the beautiful & recently renovated Palais Royale, a historical venue on the Lake Ontario shores. It gave the glittering evening a feeling of something extra special, which the night most definitely was. This historic venue is one of Toronto's famed dance halls and now with its stunning renovation has returned to its 'hey day glory' with a modern interpretation of its original architecture.

The Palais Royale was decked out to the nines in true 'Swing Out in Style', which epitomized the 1920s era. The dance floor was kept lively by the fantastic lineup of entertainment which included swing music and an amazing swing dancing group. The evenings entertainment was provided by Kira Callahan's Lil' Savoy Swing Band, The Anthony Terpstra Seventet and Carol Lykkemark of Lykkemark Enterprises. It even featured The Sands Trio which included performances by Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr. and Frank Sinatra look-alikes!

  

The entire venue was in true opulent 'Swing Out in Style' theme, everything from the décor, place settings, even the bars were outfitted with beautiful ice sculptures & drink luges from Ice Culture. Guests were also treated to handwriting analysis by Elaine Charal and caricatures by Jan Walsh Art. And what would a great event be without a great MC? Alan Smithson of Star Productions kept us laughing and entertained all night long.

Both the silent auction and the raffle were a huge success and had some pretty fabulous prizes for the offering. Not only was the event a huge success, the event managed to also raise over $3600 for the 'Dreams Take Flight' Charity http://www.dreamstakeflight.org, through a portion of the proceeds from the silent auction! Dreams Take Flight a National Children's Charity has taken over 14000 little angels in just over 18 years to the Walt Disney Magic Kingdom Parks. These are precious children with life threatening illnesses, from disadvantaged situations and ones that are physically and mentally challenged.

 

The ISES Toronto Board of Directors wishes to 'Thank!' everyone for your proud support in making 'Magical Memories for Special Kids'! A great deal of 'Thanks!' is also due to all of our sponsors and the many volunteers without whom the night would not have been possible.

ISES Toronto worked with Innovolve Group to ensure the event was as "green" and environmentally responsible as possible. All the photographs are courtesy of Envision Digital Photography who captured the evening in all its glory. Décor was provided by: Stardust Events, Designing Trendz , Decor & More, Chair Decor, Balloon Corporate Events, and Airstar. A special thanks to ALL our sponsors!

What a great way to end the year, a wonderful evening that all who attended won't soon forget!

 

 See you at the next ISES Toronto Meeting.

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