Guests were treated to hip-hop and ballet performances, inspirational messages and a special appearance by country music star Sara Evans.
Casino games, light delicacies, fancy drinks and even a Dean Martin impersonator all were part of an extraordinary fundraiser for New Beginnings of Central Florida.
Cook-off attendees sampled nearly a dozen varieties of kugel, both sweet and savory, and voted for their favorites.
The special needs rescue and sanctuary put on an arts show to help special needs dogs.
The mental illness awareness organization's benefit featured the Greater Orlando Actors Theatre and speaker Johnny Crowder.
