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A monthly guide to Charlotte’s parties and galas

Westin Hotel March 19

The UNCF (United Negro College Fund) Charlotte Mayor’s Masked Ball raised a record-setting $1.5 million to support HBCUs and students served by UNCF. The evening also celebrated the work of Harvey and Lucinda Gantt and Hugh and Jane McColl.

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Altmann Pannell, Valerie Williams, Temeka Smith and Fatimot Ladipo Drs. Sandy Charles and Theo Nyame Dr. Trevor and Megan Allison, Esezele and Richard Payne

Justine Boyd and Milton Jones James and Nina Jackson Natia Walker, Sharyn and Marvin Ellison, Tiffany L. Jones

A monthly guide to Charlotte’s parties and galas Levine Children’s Gala

Bank of America Stadium April 2

Former NBA star Shaquille O’Neal delighted the crowd as guest DJ during the black-tie fundraiser, which also highlighted the stories of providers, families and children.

Shaquille O’Neal Rai and Lewis Glover Amanda Lanier and Kirstin Ashford

Sandra Levine and Nazy Weeks Mike and Kristina Rucker, Natalie and Jonathan Stewart

Stephen and Michlene Healy

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VanLandingham Estate April 1

Patrons enjoyed a night of high fashion, bidding, plus dinner and drinks to raise funds and awareness for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Western Carolinas.

Perry Hunt, Linda Hunt and Cheryl Hunt

Chad, Sloan and Kate Cooke Andy and Megan Wilhelm

A monthly guide to Charlotte’s parties and galas 2022 Bechtler Gala

Bechtler Museum March 11, 2022

The Bechtler Gala returned in a big way this year by taking over the entire fourth floor of the museum. Event proceeds support museum exhibitions and educational programs.

Bob Lilien and Andreas Bechtler Jennifer Jackson and Todd Ashworth Renata Gasparian Lima and Whitley Adkins

Howard Freese, Gail Brinn Wilkins, Cassandra and Dave Wagner Joy and Hunter Widener Todd Smith, executive director

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A monthly guide to Charlotte’s parties and galas

Ambassador’s Ball for the Allegro Foundation

Quail Hollow Club March 19, 2022

The Allegro Foundation’s Ambassador’s Ball returned with a celebration of the Bahamas, led by that country’s ambassador to the United States, Sidney Collie. The evening featured lots of goodwill, dancing and fundraising to benefit children with disabilities.

Anne O’Byrne and David Fisk

Schugel family Pat Farmer and Felix Sabates The de Molina family

Jerry and Midge Barron, Luis Machicao and Jeff Wallin Jim and Barbara Little Judy and Dr. Derek Raghavan