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The Social Register of Las Vegas' tribute to international
superstar Tony Curtis raises thousands of dollars to
benefit the Foundation For Positively Kids charity.
This lavish event was held at the spectacular Turnberry Place
penthouse suite of Social Register members Frances & Mac
MacDonald. The evening began with two lavishly dressed
showgirls escorting Mr. Curtis up to the penthouse suite where
a fabulous tribute had been planned toasting the celebrated
actor for the abundance of theatrical, artistic and philanthropic
contributions he has made through the years. An elegant VIP
champagne reception kicked off the evening with white glove
passed champagne and hors-d'oeuvres. During his tribute, Mr. Curtis was presented with the Key to the City of
Las Vegas and a Proclamation from Nevada Governor Kenny Guinn. A particularly exciting facet of the evening
was the unique opportunity to personally meet and have photographs taken with renowned Actor and Artist
Tony Curtis. Additional highlights of the event included: elaborate gourmet cuisine created by Executive Chef
Robert Gartz, the hilarious antics of Fremont Street Experience mime performers, outrageous caricatures drawn
of members and their guests by gifted Artist Ken McDonald, the incredible vocal stylings of Kathy LaMar, and a
live auction which raised thousands of dollars for the Foundation for Positively Kids charity.
The Foundation for Positively Kids is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization in Las Vegas that is proud to have acclaimed
Actor Tony Curtis graciously servicing as its National Spokesperson. The mission of Positively Kids is
to provide quality of life for medically fragile and terminally ill children ages birth to 18 years, rather than
merely a place to exist or die. Positively Kids will be a much needed 24 hour facility in Las Vegas staffed by licensed
pediatric professionals and will also offer counseling and support for families. In the last year, over
23,000 babies were born in Nevada, 3,000 of home were classified in some way as "medically dependent". Positively
Kids primary objective is to establish a reputation in Clark County for providing the most extensive and
highest quality of sub-acute, long-term and palliative care for medically fragile and terminally ill children.
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