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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2017
Photos by Niki Kottmann
Co-Chairs Matt and Diana Buchanan, Marko Radisic and Ashley Kozel with President of SMHF Mason Ayres, Saks Fifth Avenue General Manager Terri Najmolhoda and Co-Chairs Donna and David Koffman and Kelly and Dr. Michael Van Vliet
KEY TO THE CURE
Thursday, Oct. 12, at Saks Fifth Avenue Benefiting Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation
NIKI KOTTMANN A+E MANAGING EDITOR
“P
arty with a Purpose” was the theme of Saks Fifth Avenue’s 12th annual Key to the Cure, and for good reason. The event brings community members together to snack, sip and shop in support of Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation. Since 2005, SMHF has raised more than $1.3 million for women’s cancer programs at Sarasota Memorial Health Care System through the event. Organizers sold more than 1,000 tickets for the fundraiser, where guests enjoyed performances by several DJs and musicians along with Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe and Sarasota Cuban Ballet School.
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A SPECIAL GIFT All guests received a $25 gift card upon entering Key to the Cure on Oct. 12 at Saks Fifth Avenue.
Top: Ian and Melissa Howard Top left: Guests dance with one of the models at the end of the night. Above: Dr. Katherine Keeley shows off her outfit, which was adorned with pink lights.