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GOLISANO CHILDREN ’ S MUSEUM OF NAPLES
GOLISANO CHILDREN ’ S MUSEUM OF NAPLES RAISES MORE THAN $ 1.5 MILLION AT CMON DREAMHOUSE
Community rallies to support educational play in Southwest Florida
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On February 10 , more than 350 generous Southwest Florida community members gathered in support of the Golisano Children ’ s Museum of Naples ( CMON ) for its annual gala event , Night at the Museum , raising more than $ 1.5 million in support of children and families in the community .
“ We are beyond grateful to our community of supporters who continue to believe in CMON ’ s mission to be a place for children and families to play , learn , and dream together ,” said CEO Jonathan Foerster . “ It ’ s inspiring to see the generosity of Southwest Florida in action once again .”
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Chaired by Ashley and Adam Gerry with honorary chairs Barbie and Paul Hills , Night at the Museum : CMON Dreamhouse provided guests with an experience unlike any other gala in the area . Decked out in their best Barbie and Ken costumes , patrons enjoyed creative cuisine and cocktails from Creative Edge Parties , entertainment from DJ Cat Shell , and an exciting live auction curated by this year ’ s event committee which included an incredible week-long trip to Napa Valley , Barbie ’ s Dream Closet with twelve designer outfits from Saks Fifth Avenue , a stay at a luxury cottage in Linville Ridge in North Carolina , a membership to exclusive pri-