CASINO NIGHT A WIN FOR LA MESA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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By Miriam Raftery

Jeff Hallman (right) of Hallman Jewlers portrayed James Bond; Mary England (center) filled the bill as a Bond Girl for the La Meas Chamber's Casino Night; George Juchum (left) is owner of  
Rockscapes, Inc. 

April 14, 2009 (San Diego)—More than 175 guests filled the Golden Ballroom at the Town & Country Hotel for the La Mesa Chamber of Commerce’s Casino Royale event  last week.   Emcee Jeff Hallman  played the role of James Bond, with Chamber president Mary England doubling as a “Bond Girl” for the evening’s festivities which included dinner, installation of new officers and recognition of local heroes who help make our community safe.

Even dessert rolled out with a casino theme!

Guests tried their luck at roulette, blackjack and other games of chance.  Elected officials, including Mayor Art Madrid, were among those in attendance.  Party-goers also bid on live and silent auction items including a Dan Fouts jersey,  Chargers helmet, wide-screen TV, and a Mexican vacation, with radio personality Joe Bauer serving as auctioneer.

Local heroes recognized for their dedication and commitment included American Medical Response paramedics Adam Galotti and Susan Keith, La Mesa Fire Department members Sonny Saghera and Chris Kleist, La Mesa Police detective Bryan Jacoby and officer Cesa Delgado, and La Meas Police retired senior volunteer patrol memers Belle Sutker and Marce Atkisson. 

Guests tried their luck at gaming tables
Auction included sports memorabilia

The 2009-10 board of directors for the Chamber was also presented, including chairman of the board Michael Murphy, vice chairman Jim Wieboldt, vice president David Meyer, treasurer David Smyle,  secretary Cindy Braaksma, and board members Jennifer Burnett, Laurel Cruz, Joseph Kitzman, Laura Lothian, Heidi Chacon, Brady Gunther, Duane Lewis, and Steve South.

 Topping off the evening, even dessert fit the casino theme—complete with edible dice and chocolate coins, making the evening a sweet success for  all.

Chamber officers were honored at the event

“The evening was so popular that I have reserved the date for our 2nd Annual Casino Royale event ,” England disclosed.  “It will be held on Thursday, March 18, 2010 at the Town & Country Hotel in the Town & Country Ballroom.”


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