A Venetian Masquerade Makes for a Magical Evening at the Vizcayans 57th Annual Ball

PALM BEACH, Fla. - Sept. 25, 2013 - PRLog -- Miami, FL, September 24, 2013—The Vizcayan Ball Committee are thrilled to announce that they will host their highly anticipated 57th Annual Ball on Saturday, November 23, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. This year's theme, A Venetian Masquerade, will dazzle guests with exquisitely ornate décor, a festive atmosphere and  late 16^th century Italian Renaissance celebrations. Guests are encouraged to don their finest mask, adding mystery and distinctiveness to a beautiful evening of fine food, entertainment and dancing—all while overlooking enchanting views of Biscayne Bay. The Ball will include a cocktail hour with passed hors d'oeuvres including a seafood extravaganza, dinner under the moonlit sky, catered by Thierry’s Catering, dancing to the sounds of Soul Survivors Band as well as a silent auction and spectacular fireworks display.

All proceeds from the 57th Annual Vizcayans Ball directly support the ongoing mission to preserve, protect and promote Vizcaya and its historic gardens. For tickets and information, please call 305-856-4866 ext. 3 or email rsvp@vizcayans.org

This year’s Ball Co-Chairmen are Nancy W. Batchelor, Trish Bell and Norma A. Quintero.

Philanthropic Sponsors are Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Bell and Mr. and Mrs. Jon Batchelor.

Ball Committee are Mr. and Mrs. Jon Batchelor, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Bell, Mrs. Norma A. Quintero, Mr. Leslie A. Bowe, Dr. Richard Schulze, Nordstrom, Inc., Mrs. Maya Le Troadec, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brockway, Mercedes-Benz of Coral Gables/Mercedes-Benz of Cutler Bay, Mr. and Mrs. Juan Carlos Flores, AT&T, Carnival Corporation & plc, Mrs. Mary and Mr. Howard Frank, Mrs. Cathy L. Jones, Africair, Inc., Mr.Donald A. and Mrs. Elizabeth A. Kress, The Northern Trust Company, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar M. Lozano, Munilla Family Foundation, Mr. and Mrs. Paul J. DiMare, Ms. Sonia Gibson, Ms.Gladys Rustan-Hernando, Ms. Hayden Hosford, Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Joyce, Mr. Shawn Khosravi, Carole and Cynthia Martin, Ms. Nancy McCormick, Ms. Anne McDougal, Mitrani, Rynor, Adamsky & Toland, P.A., Ms. Tara Solomon and Mr. Nick D'Annunzio, Dr. John and Mrs. Josie Wang, Mr. Max Blumberg & Ms. Victoria Cummock, Ms. Evan A. Northup, Lady Lynn Wilson Spohrer, Sabadell Bank, Jocelyn Tennille, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Wilder, The Wilder Foundation^[a] (http://#cmnt1) and Mr. Alfred Karram Jr, AKJ Design Concepts LLC.

Grand Auction Sponsors: Van Cleef & Arpels and Paolo Costagli New York.

Silent Auction Supporters: Thierry’s Catering, Dr.Jhonny Salomon Plastic Surgery & Med Spa, Oscar de la Renta, Neiman Marcus, Alan Navarrete, Leonor Anthony, Hayden Hosford, Christofle, Henry Gonzales, Leslie Bowe, Lady Lynn Wilson Sporer,Elite Islands Resorts, Santa Maria Novella, YOA Art, Flower Box and Rene Ruiz Couture, St. Regis Bal Harbour.

Media Sponsors: Selecta Magazine and Miami Modern Luxury

About The Vizcayans

The Vizcayans engage broad participation in the preservation and advancement of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens as an accredited museum and a National Historic Landmark through financial support, advocacy and other activities. Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is located at 3251 South Miami Avenue, Miami, FL 33129. THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION #CH3212.

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