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ONTHETOWN RSVP Orlando magazine’s magazine’s 50 Most Powerful 50 Most Powerful Reception

Honorees and guests turned out recently for Orlando magazine’s event to celebrate its 50 Most Powerful People in Central Florida, 50 Most Powerful People in Central Florida, which were featured in the October 2021 issue. The reception was held at the Pop Up issue. The reception was held at the Pop Up Exhibition for internationally acclaimed artist, Exhibition for internationally acclaimed artist, JEFRË, located on the 2nd level inside The Mall at Millenia. Everyone was treated to food Mall at Millenia. Everyone was treated to food and libations from The Capital Grille, while they and libations from The Capital Grille, while they browsed the gallery, fi lled with several works browsed the gallery, fi lled with several works from JEFRË’s “Points of Connection” exhibition from JEFRË’s “Points of Connection” exhibition and his new work series called “Contour.” Dessert and his new work series called “Contour.” Dessert was served by Laderach, and parting gifts were was served by Laderach, and parting gifts were provided by Neiman Marcus. 1

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1 Chris Jaskiewicz, Jacqueline Jaskiewicz, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, Mark Tester 2 JEFRË, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Rasesh and Dr. Rupal Thakkar, Steve Jamieson, Police Chief Orlando Rolon 3 Guests mingled among the artworks 4 The team at The Capital Grille served up drinks and delicious food 5 John Holmes, Adrian Triscari, Maria Triscari 6 Dr. Anu Saigal, Dr. Kapil Saigal, Sue and Jason Chin 7 Gerald and SharonKaye Hector, Janet Owen, Maritza Martinez 8 Scottie Campbell, Brendan O’Connor, JEFRË 9 Walter Nason, Roy Reid, Pamela Nabors, Fred Kittinger J Steve Jamieson, Charishma Chulani, Michael Salyers, Matthew Mendez K Representative Anna Eskamani, JEFRË L Casandra Matej, Roseann Harrington, Kelly Cohen, Laura Kelley M Alexander and Melinda Cartwright, Tim and Sarah Giuliani.

ONTHETOWN RSVP Kids Beating Cancer Hats & Heroes Ball

This year, the popular event celebrated its 30th anniversary at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando. The gala has been instrumental in helping to fund pediatric cancer research to end childhood cancer. The evening featured a live performance by powerhouse entertainer, Idina Menzel, who voiced the character Elsa and sang “Let It Go” in Disney’s fi lm, Frozen. In addition to her performance, guests enjoyed gourmet cuisine, silent and live auctions, music, dancing and the presentation of the Healing Heroes of Excellence Awards. 1

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1 Jason Siegel, Sarah Grafton 2 Ruth Hill Yeilding, Mary Kenny 3 Chrissy Toot, Juliana No, Dr. Francelis Gonzalez, Lynette Quinones 4 Donnie Saxon, Jon Fox 5 Award-winning performer Idina Menzel wowed the crowd 6 Margaret and Ben Guedes 7 Max and Bo Gri n.

WORLD OF GOOD

DECEMBER FUNDRAISERS

THROUGH DEC. 10

METROWEST COMMUNITY CHARITY CHALLENGE,

benefits Edgewood Children’s Ranch for at-risk children. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, participants are asked to buy gift cards for the ranch. 407-601-5995. metrowestcommunity.com

THROUGH DEC. 15

SANTA’S BAG OF HOPE, benefits New Hope for Kids, for children suffering grief, loss or life-threatening illness. Donate gifts and gift cards or order online from wish lists at Walmart, Amazon and Target. 407-401-0784. newhopeforkids.org

DEC. 1

CENTRAL FLORIDA FORCE FIRST ANNUAL GOLF

FUNDRAISER, benefits Lake Cares Food Pantry, Alleyne Athletics Scholarship Fund and Central Florida Force athletes. Country Club of Mount Dora. 352-321-2222. alleyneathletics.com

DEC. 2

CHEFDANCE, which pits two chefs in a challenge to create four courses for a good cause, benefits the Jeff Triplett Youth Sports Foundation. Chianti’s, Sanford. 321-377-4402. On Facebook @jefftriplettfoundation

DEC. 4

BOWL-A-THON, presented by the Orlando Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and D.E.L.T.A. Foundation of Orlando, benefitting local college undergraduates. Boardwalk Bowl, Orlando. 321-247-6352 or 407-497-1536. dstorangecountyfl.org

FESTIVAL OF HOLIDAYS AROUND THE WORLD,

organized by the UCF Center for Autism & Related Disabilities, benefits children with autism. University High School, Orlando. 407823-6020. pals-ucfcard.org

OUC ORLANDO HALF-MARATHON & TRACK

SHACK LAKE EOLA 5K, benefits the Florida Citrus Sports Foundation, the Track Shack Youth Foundation and the Sister City Program with Urayasu, Japan. Lake Eola, Orlando. trackshack.com

DEC. 9-12

HEARTS OF REALITY, with more than 100 reality stars, presented by Celebration Town Center, benefits Give Kids the World Village, Kissimmee. 407-396-1114, ext. 4540 or 321-299-6078. gktw.org

DEC. 11

FALL INTO FABULOUS LUNCHEON & FASHION

SHOW, presented by Ford Motor Co. and WOW Legacy Group, benefits programs that empower women. Hyatt Regency Orlando. 813607-1668. wowlegacygroup.org

GREG WARMOTH REINDEER RUN, benefits pediatric cancer and bone marrow transplant programs at AdventHealth for Children and the Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots. SeaWorld Orlando. trackshack.com.