OPALGA Jazz Brunch a Huge Success
More than 75 people attended the OPALGA jazz brunch at Cucina Paradiso, 814 North Blvd., Oak Park, on Sunday, January 21. Ticket sales exceeded expectations, said brunch co-chairs Marian Houston and Dan Salotti. Working closely with the Programming Committee, the OPALGA Board, and the restaurant, the co-chairs came up with a fabulous event, according to everyone this reporter spoke with.
The menu featured a delicious array of fresh fruit, pastries, egg casseroles, French toast, sandwiches, and remarkable desserts. Soft jazz music provided the perfect background for lively conversation. Much laughter was heard throughout the restaurant as old and new OPALGA members mingled. As guests arrived, they were given a small gift to take home. “It seems that you thought of every detail,” one attendee told the co-chairs.
Raffle prizes included a gift certificate to James Anthony Salon and Day Spa, dinner for two at Cucina Paradiso, art lessons from Dawn Ferencak, and several others. Laura Drumm, chair of the Programming Committee, announced upcoming events and led a toast prior to beginning the raffle drawing.
“One of the most enjoyable things about planning this event was the opportunity to work with Marian,” Salotti said. Houston said she enjoyed working with Salotti as well. “We are just glad to see everyone enjoying themselves and having a good time,” Houston and Salotti agreed.
OPALGA would like to thank the brunch co-chairs and the entire Programming Committee, as well as all of the attendees, for their enthusiasm and for their participation in this wonderful event.
