May 11, 2006

VIVA LAS VEGAS! GALA RAISES $250,000 FOR SAINT CLARE'S
HEALTH SYSTEM

Annual Event Honored Saint Clare’s Medical Staff

On Friday, April 28, 2006, more than 320 guests gathered at the Skylands at Randolph to celebrate Saint Clare’s 2006 Gala, Viva Las Vegas! – a tribute to the 1960s-era gambling mecca – and to raise funds for Saint Clare’s Health System.

The guests enjoyed the music of Harbor Lights as they strolled the extensive silent auction, which included almost 40 items ranging from tickets to sporting events and Broadway shows to exquisite jewelry and get-a-ways to exotic resorts. For those wishing to try their hand at games of chance, there was a “casino” complete with blackjack tables, craps, roulette and various types of poker. The highlight of the evening was a visit from Elvis (Donny Edward) and Ann-Margret (Lori Russo), the stars of the 1964 hit movie, Viva Las Vegas!, who welcomed guests into the ballroom by performing the movie’s theme song.

In addition to the fun, music, food and auctions, the 2006 Gala also included the presentation of Saint Clare’s Foundation’s 2006 Leadership Award to the Saint Clare’s medical staff. Receiving the award on behalf of the physicians was Medical Staff President Dr. Edward J. McManus. In addition to honoring the medical staff as a whole for its service to Saint Clare’s and to the community at large, several physicians were also cited for their individual contributions. Receiving Lifetime Achievement Awards were Dr. Augustus Baker of Hopatcong, NJ, Dr. Arthur B. David of Mendham, NJ, and Dr. Robert R. Siroty of  Randolph, NJ. Recognized for Outstanding Volunteerism were Dr. Donald Allegra of  Randolph, NJ, Dr. Alexander Gellman of Rockaway, NJ, Dr. Arsenio Manlangit of Boonton, NJ, Dr. Sandy Waran of Morristown, NJ, and Dr. Robert B. Zufall of Mountain Lakes, NJ.

Net proceeds from the event were $250,000, and will be used to support the many services and programs of Saint Clare’s Health System.

Saint Clare’s Health System, which has served the healthcare needs of northwestern New Jersey residents since 1895, is the region’s premier provider of community-based healthcare and behavioral health services. It operates four hospitals and other facilities located throughout Morris and Sussex counties.  For more information on Saint Clare’s Health System, visit www.saintclares.org.

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