Las Patronas Board Members Leslie O’Brien, Michele Borchard, Lori Swanson, Wendy Eales and Rebecca Pecsok celebrated at the ball.
A family tradition for 62 years, the Las Patronas Ball celebrated a masquerade theme this year.
The guests were welcomed by Las Patronas Chairman, Michele Borchard who presided as Master of Ceremonies for the evening.
It was a magical evening for the Las Patronas Masquerade Ball, held at the newly renovated Ventura Beach Marriott. The ballroom was filled with exquisite floral arrangements and masquerade inspired decorations. Glowing lanterns and natural tree boughs illuminated the ballroom and stage as well as mood lighting complementing the masquerade theme. Colorful masks of all types were worn by many of the guests from traditional Venetian to feather and jewel designs. The evening included a cocktail hour, a delicious dinner and dancing to the live music of Art Deco. A live auction and photo booth were included this year and really added to the festivities.
A special guest speaker, Sally Keevy, spoke about The Assistance League School, which provides special education and therapeutic intervention for preschool children with developmental delays. Las Patronas Auxiliary was founded to support the creation of the school. The sole mission of the Las Patronas Auxiliary is to hold annual events to benefit the philanthropic programs of Assistance League® of Ventura County
All proceeds from the ball benefit these philanthropic programs, which include the Assistance League School, Girls Club/Teen Club, B.U.F.F.Y. Bear and Operation School Bell ®. The Vision for Assistance League of Ventura County is to create “A Brighter Tomorrow for Today’s Children.”
