The 19th Annual Children's Inn at NIH
Gala Reception
October 10, 2007 at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Hall of Flags
The theme of the 19th Annual Children's Inn at NIH Gala Reception was “What’s In the Bag.” Members of Congress and other notable DC community members donated handbags. Various gifts ranging from tickets to The Daily Show to a DVD player to gift certificates to McCormick & Schmick’s. Clues were given as to the secret surprises in each bag, which made the bidding process that much more exciting.
The bags brilliantly displayed against a lit background. Throughout the reception guests were invited to bid on handbags although they were unable to look inside to view the surprises.
Keeping with the theme of "What's in the Bag" gorgeous flowers sprung out of handbags and served as the centerpieces of the evening.
The starry tablecloths helped set the mood for a sophisticated evening.
The Hall of Flags in the Chamber of Commerce served as the setting for this event.
Kathy Russell, CEO of The Children’s Inn (middle) converses with Health and Human Services Deputy Secretary Tevi Troy during the reception.
House Republican Whip Roy Blunt with Gala Chair Cokie Roberts.
Roxanne Roberts, Reliable Source columnist for The Washington Post talks with House Republican Whip Roy Blunt.