It may have been the depths of summer on June 28, but the Cancer Crusaders knew how to offer a welcome break from the heat.
For its annual Seersucker and Sass party, the organization, which raises funds for cancer research, themed it as the Cancer Crusaders Pays Tribute to Pontchartrain Beach, invoking nostalgia for this beloved amusement park, which closed in 1983.
Guests (and organizers) took this theme and ran with it: tropical attire and bright colors were seen throughout the Chateau Golf and Country Club and many men donned Hawaiian shirts. Mai Tais in tiki glasses (as a party favor) inspired by the park’s Bali Ha’i restaurant and bar were served and a “Spin the Wheel” called “Spin To Win” (like at the park) allowed guests to win stuffed animals, gift cards or wine.
An ice cream bar where people could make their own sundaes was popular, as was the silent auction and music from the Top Cats.
Event co-chairs were Valerie Moscona and Jan Treuting.
Fun Fact: Guests were so excited about the Spin the Wheel (maybe reminiscing) that there was a long line the whole time it was open.
