No need to fly to Morocco when its charm and beauty could be experienced at eM the venue on Friday, March 30th at the first annual Evening in Marrakesh event benefiting Child and Family Guidance Center. The air was filled with excitement and chatter as guests arrived to a space of vibrant colors, lighted lanterns, and intricate fabrics.

 

The attire was Sheik Casual, and attendees donned colorful kaftans and tunics, bangles and bright jewels. A dinner of shish kabobs, couscous, hummus, flatbreads, and baklava encouraged guests to fully embrace the Moroccan theme. As guests indulged in a delightful dinner, authentic belly dancers appeared, weaving their way through the tables. Dancing to the live music of Studio 54 lasted until the wee hours of the morning, and the ladies in attendance left with a delightful tote bag filled with donated treats and goodies from local Dallas retailers.

 

Ruby level sponsors ($25,000+) were: Mersina and Phin Stubbs. Sapphire level sponsors ($5,000 - $9,999) were: Marie and Charles Briner, Claire and Dwight Emanuelson, Muffin and John Lemak, Polly and Mike OToole, Stephanie and John Roberts, and Connie and Marc Sigel/elements. Additional donors included: Tricia Besing, Gina Betts, Betty and Michael Bullington, Janie and David Condon, Holly and Doug Deason, Suzanne Droese, Jennifer and Doug Houser, Lynn McBee, Debbie and Nickey Oates, Susan and Gene Palma, Pam and Vin Perella, and Lisa and John Runyon.

 

Additional sponsors for Evening in Marrakesh include: Cabana, Hail Merry, Gold Crown Valet, Joan Hornig, Neiman Marcus, Nicholson-Hardie, PaperCity Magazine, Paper Place, and Two Sisters Catering.