FRIENDS OF ST. JUDE ANNOUNCES 9th ANNUAL ‘UNDER THE HARVEST MOON’S CASINO ROYALE’ October 23, 2009

Hosted by Honorary Chair Mike LeBaron of FRESH 105.9

Join FRESH 105.9’s Mike LeBaron and Friends of St. Jude for the 9th annual ‘Under the Harvest Moon’s Casino Royale.’ Guests will enjoy a classic casino-style evening with proceeds benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Guests will enjoy casino games including blackjack, poker and roulette along with live music by Underwater People and acoustic artist, Ryan See. Tickets include hors d’oeuvres, a chocolate fondue bar, premium open bar, and a silent auction. High Roller Guests will enjoy access to the FRESH FM Lounge, a private bar, High Roller Casino, and $50 in chips! Renowned as one of Chicago’s most memorable events, Under the Harvest Moon’s Casino Royale is a great way for Chicagoans to enjoy a night of entertainment while sharing good company and supporting a noble cause.

WHEN: 7 p.m. - Midnight, Friday, October 23, 2009

WHERE: Galleria Marchetti, 825 West Erie, Chicago, IL 60622

COST: Advance Tickets: $85 ($100 at the door)
High Roller Tickets: $125 (includes access to the FRESH FM Lounge, a private bar, High Roller Casino, and $50 in chips)

WHO: The Auxiliary Board of Chicago was established in the year 2000 and is a diverse group of men and women under the age of 40 from all professions, overseen by the Executive Board. It was established to give Chicago residents a chance to help children battle all kinds of illnesses. Our primary mission is to create awareness of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and to establish funds for children dealing with catastrophic illnesses so they can live a long and fulfilling life.

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is internationally recognized for its pioneering work in finding cures and saving children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. Founded by late entertainer Danny Thomas and based in Memphis, Tennessee, St. Jude freely shares its discoveries with scientific and medical communities around the world. No family ever pays for treatments not covered by insurance, and families without insurance are never asked to pay. St. Jude is financially supported by ALSAC, its fundraising organization. For more information please visit www.stjude.org or call 1-800-822-6344

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