Always one of Lighthouse Louisiana’s top events, the year’s Soirée de Lumière didn’t disappoint.
Held Sept. 14 at the Audubon Tea Room, the elegant setting provided just the right backdrop for the fundraising festivities.
Emcee and live auctioneer Chuck Mutz of Black Tie Auctions, whose incomparable energy kept the mood up, particularly during the live auction, of which the top item was a seven-day trip to Jamaica.
A silent auction intrigued guests as did a “punch” wall — a person pays to “punch” through a hole in a board for whatever prize is inside — which also helped raise funds.
Then there was a bubbly bar, which included the Lightning Strike, made of Chandon rose and strawberry lemonade garnished with a rosemary sprig; and Light as a Feather, made of Chandon brut and cranberry limeade garnished with a dried blood-orange slice.
“This year’s Soiree was a huge success,” said Dee Budgewater, president and CEO. “Not only did our guests enjoy this annual event, but we raised much-needed funds to support our mission.”
Lighthouse Louisiana promotes independence for people who are blind by creating jobs in its manufacturing facility and provides services and advocacy to people with visual and hearing impairments and other disabilities.
Fun Fact: This year the gala featured a black-and-white portrait photo booth from Ryland Studios.
