This Week’s Social Scene

A look at galas, benefits, special events and fundraisers coming up for the week ending Sunday, April 2

Thursday, March 30 – Pasadena Police Activities League (PAL)’s 15th annual Golden Badge Awards Dinner

The Pasadena Police Activities League (PAL) will hold its 15th annual Golden Badge Awards Dinner at the Pasadena Convention Center. This year’s commemorative “Through the Years” event which celebrates the 20th anniversary of Pasadena PAL will honor Steve Brockmeyer of Bolton & Company with the Golden Badge Award for his commitment to supporting the youth of Pasadena. Retired Pasadena Police Chief Bernard K. Melekian, the Salvation Army and current Pasadena Police Chief Phillip L. Sanchez will also be honored with PAL Service Awards in recognition of their meaningful efforts to build and maintain the PAL Program locally. This is the organization’s primary fundraising event and proceeds from the evening are dedicated to reducing the waitlist and increasing the vital PAL programs. The Golden Badge Awards will include dinner as well as silent and live auctions featuring an array of fabulous items and experiences. Cocktails will begin at 6:00 p.m., followed by dinner at 7:00 p.m.

 

Saturday, April 1 – Elizabeth House’ 2017 Gala ”La Notte di Speranza – Night of Hope”

The Board of Elizabeth House request your company at the 14th Annual Benefit Gala to be held at Oakmont Country Club. Reception and Silent Auction. Cocktail attire. The mission of Elizabeth House is to provide shelter and family-focused support to homeless, pregnant women and their children. This is done through a comprehensive program that addresses their physical, emotional, spiritual and economic needs in a nurturing atmosphere during pregnancy and beyond. A significant part of the Elizabeth House program is to provide on-going support to its alumni.

 

Saturday, April 1 – Barnhart’s Gone Mad Gala 2017

Barnhart School is pleased to present Barnhart’s Gone Mad, Auction and Gala which will be held at the exclusive Noor in Pasadena. Barnhart School invite you to become part of the Barnhart School tradition by:  Donating an item for the auction or making a cash contribution,  Placing an advertisement on the auction website, Donating a bottle of wine for the raffle, Becoming a Sponsor, Sponsoring a Teacher or Specialist to attend the event. All funds raised will go towards Barnhart School’s children’s educational programs that contribute to its high educational standards. Barnhart prepares its students to be responsible, committed, and caring individuals, while helping each child attain his or her maximum potential.

 

Sunday, April 2 – A Night in the Light Bridges Benefit Dinner

You are cordially invited for an evening gathered around dinner, story-telling from the field, live instrumental music, and more. Let’s come together to support passionate, risk-taking leaders across the U.S. who build relationships and make disciples among those outside church culture. Bridges helps ordinary Christians, leaders and congregations engage people who live outside existing church culture. Bridges nurtures and supports Bridge Leaders.