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Golisano Children's Museum of Naples Kickoff Party

See larger Sandra Buxton and Tressa Cioffi didn't really attack the balloon arch and burst any bubbles, but it was fun pretending. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News

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Sandra Buxton and Tressa Cioffi didn't really attack the balloon arch and burst any bubbles, but it was fun pretending. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News

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  • Sandi Wilson, and Tina and Chris Berte toast the success of the CMON. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Sandra Buxton and Tressa Cioffi pose sweetly under the balloon arch. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Museum supporter Tanny Turner Kipp shares a smile. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Centerpieces featured gold-covered Belgian chocolate 'coins.' The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Golisano Children's Museum of Naples executive director Joe Cox welcomes attendees. The museum held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Attendees sported a variety of footwear. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Rhonda Stock hits the buffet. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Sonya Sawyer, Randy Bellestri, gala chair Shelia Davis, and Nannette Staropoli enjoy the evening. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Museum supporter Renee, with no last name, opened her checkbook on the spot and contributed $7,500. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Committee chair Vicki Tracy brings up her helpers and fellow volunteers to be recognized. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Committee chair Vicki Tracy exchanges a high five with Conrad Taylor, 5, during the event. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Committee chair Vicki Tracy kids around with Conrad Taylor, 5, during the event. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Smokin' Joe & Konnie entertain with soft classic rock favorites. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Smokin' Joe & Konnie entertain with soft classic rock favorites. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Gala chairperson Shelia Davis, right, shares a moment with two of her 'dream divas,' Sonya Sawyer and Tracy Taylor. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • Sandra Buxton and Tressa Cioffi didn't really attack the balloon arch and burst any bubbles, but it was fun pretending. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News
  • The sighting of a bald eagle on the rooftop across the hotel grounds brought out the kid in everyone. The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples held the kickoff party for their Inaugural Dream Gala, scheduled for March of 2012, Wednesday evening at the Naples Beach Hotel. Lance Shearer/Special to the Daily News

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