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Night Out With MOCSA – Cocktail Party and Auction

Metropolitan Organization Countering Sexual Assault (MOCSA) hosted its 20th annual Night Out With MOCSA on October 19th at The Midland Theatre. More than 350 guests gathered for the event, which featured a “masquerade” theme. Partygoers dressed in masks and festive attire and enjoyed jazz music, cocktails, delicious bites, an auction, and shopping. Proceeds support children, adults, and families impacted by sexual assault and abuse.

 Honorary Chairs Steven and Jennifer Dover with their family, TJ Dover, Micaela Edwards, Ali Hamateyo, Jenny Dover, Steven Dover, Julia Dover, Ashton Dover, Laura Bolamperti, and Luo Hamateyo
 Survivor Speaker Caroline Markel
 Manny Abarca with Alexis Abarca Garcia
Event Co-chairs Tiffany Melton Meeks, Kristie Richardson, and Lisa New
 Jessi Bixler, board vice chair; and Chad Bixler, and Dr. David and Natalie Fieleke
 Darron Story, emcee

Featured in the November 30, 2024 issue of The Independent
Photo credit: Ryan Weaver and Mario Guzman

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