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Attend United Way of San Diego County's "A Night United: Soaring Upward" Gala SEPTEMBER 6 | HANGAR 858 United Way of San Diego County presents its first-ever "A Night United: Soaring Upward" gala in support of helping children, individuals, and families across San Diego County rise through life-changing education and economic mobility programs. Attendees will experience an unforgettable evening of dazzling dining, entertainment, and exclusive auction opportunities — all in support of building brighter futures. Event proceeds will power real change and help impact the lives of over 53,000 children, individuals, and families through the organization's transformative education and economic mobility initiatives. Don't miss this inspiring night of impact, celebration, and community. anightunited.org 21st Annual Strut for Sobriety! SEPTEMBER 6 | SHERATON SAN DIEGO HOTEL & MARINA This unique fashion and entertainment extravaganza, co-chaired by Liz Crocker and Judy Lawton, will feature boutique shopping, a luncheon, awards ceremony, and fashion show. Monica Dean and Geni Cavitt are event emcees, Erin Liddell is the auctioneer, and Vicki Eddy will serve as honorary chair. The 2025 PATH to Recovery honorees are Dr. Laura Rossi and Ted Perkins. A theatrical fashion show with singers, dancers, professional models, and guest models in recovery will be presented by Gretchen Productions, featuring Macy's UTC and several local boutiques. The event benefits the mission and projects of A New PATH (Parents for Addiction Treatment & Healing), including lifesaving overdose prevention and naloxone (a safe drug that can reverse an opioid overdose) training and distribution. A New PATH has been working for 26 years to reduce the stigma associated with addictive illness through education and compassionate support and advocating for therapeutic rather than punitive drug policies. anewpath.org An Evening of Changing Lives SEPTEMBER 13 | MARRIOTT MARQUIS SAN DIEGO MARINA The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego's signature gala, this year themed "Dream Big," celebrates the limitless potential of youth and the power of a community that believes in them. For nearly 85 years, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego has served as a cornerstone of youth development, providing more than 21,000 children across 23 club locations with safe spaces, supportive mentors, and access to life-enriching programs. The clubs help youth dream big and achieve even bigger. This year, the Todd Gutschow Lifetime Leadership Award will be given to L. Robert (Bob) Payne in recognition of his extraordinary commitment to youth and community. A longstanding philanthropist and civic leader, Payne's visionary support has created lasting impact throughout San Diego and continues to inspire future generations. Gala guests will enjoy an elegant evening featuring a gourmet dinner, live entertainment by The Mighty Untouchables, moving testimonials from club kids and alumni, exciting live and silent auctions, and more. aneveningofchanginglives.com Ignite eir Spark SEPTEMBER 6 | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY Children's Museum of Discovery (formerly San Diego Children's Discovery Museum) will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a silver-themed tribute, honoring 25 years of impactful early childhood educational resources for children and families. Proceeds from the event will support the museum's Access for All program, providing free and low-cost admission, workshops, and field trips to under-resourced families and Title-I schools in San Diego County. Throughout the event, guests will commemorate milestones in the museum's history with interactive experiences that celebrate everything from the museum's founding as a traveling kite program to the launch of its Mobile Children's Museum in 2015. In addition, guests are invited to savor hand-crafted cocktails by Snake Oil Cocktail Co. and indulge in heavy hors d'oeuvres by Harvest Kitchen while enjoying a delightful atmosphere with live music by Summit Drive, a silent auction, and gravity-defying aerialist entertainment. sdcdm.org/ignitetheirspark UNITED WAY: PHOTO COURTESY OF UNITED WAY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY STRUT FOR SOBRIETY: PHOTO BY BOB STEFANKO Judy Lawton, Liz Crocker, and Cheryl Mitchell James McConchie, Nancy Sasaki, Todd Gloria, Leslie Oliver, Amelia Hartley, and Katie Khasim-San benefits ranchandcoast.com 56 JULY 2025 RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE