(Palm Beach Gardens) – On March 6th Easter Seals will host the 5^th Annual Tiptoe through the Tulips, co-chaired by Jennifer Hardiman and Regina Thomson at Frenchman’s Reserve, Palm Beach Gardens.  This ultimate girls’ luncheon combines fun, fashion and philanthropy while celebrating the arrival of spring and the newest fashion trends.  In celebration of the events five year milestone, Easter Seals will proudly recognize the efforts of honorary chairwomen: Sherri Daniels, Karen Holmes, Donna Lewis, and Susan Miller for their efforts in sustaining the event’s successes as well as their commitment to impacting the lives of children with special needs and disabilities.

            Radio DJ’s Mo and Sally from Kool 105.5 Morning Show will serve as emcees and auctioneers.  Guest will enjoy a fabulous fashion show co-hosted by Saks Fifth Avenue, Palm Beach Gardens and Palm Beach Illustrated.  The fun does not stop there as guests will bid on the best in shoes, getaways, accessories and much more!     

            “This annual spring event brings together ladies who love to be pampered, while supporting our community’s precious children with special needs and disabilities”, said Rhonda Clinton, executive director for Easter Seals Florida.  “We are grateful for the opportunity to use these funds to provide life-changing therapies and special education for our children”.

            Exciting silent and live auctions will include: designer shoes donated by Saks Fifth Avenue, Palm Beach Gardens, trendy Lilly Pulitzer shoes donated by C.Orrico, Palm Beach, weekend stays at the Four Seasons, Washington, D.C., PGA National Resort & Spa, and The Resort at Singer Island; a spa treatment at the Ritz Carlton Golf Club & Spa, Jupiter; fine jewelry from Provident Jewelry, Tiffany & Co. and  Van Cleef & Arpels and; and the ultimate one year dining package donated by Palm Beach Illustrated.

            "Tiptoe through the Tulips is a fun event filled with energy, enthusiasm, and guests with a strong commitment to the Easter Seals community” said Hardiman and Thomson. “Each year the event’s success grows and we are very fortunate to be a part of it.”

            Joining Hardiman and Thomson in the event planning are committee members: Lori Beale, Sandi Berkenfeld, Randie Dalia, Sherri Daniels, Rosey Vassilatos-Gekas, Karen Holmes, Mindy Curtis-Horvitz, Ann Kohlmeyer, Donna Lewis, Ildy Philbrook, Wendy Joiner Samuels, and Alain Parent Sears.

            Sponsors to date include: Retail Sponsor – Saks Fifth Avenue, Palm Beach Gardens, Magazine Sponsor – Palm Beach Illustrated and Gold Sponsor - Weiss Capital Management, Inc.

            Tickets to Tiptoe through the Tulips are $125 in advance or $135 after February 20^th.  Proceeds from the event will benefit preschool-aged children at Easter Seals Igoe-Amar Child Development Center in West Palm Beach.  This is the area’s only full-time center for children of ALL abilities.  Easter Seals helps children with disabling conditions due to birth, disease, accident or injury through pediatric physical, occupational, speech, and behavioral therapies made available in a pre-school setting.  These services help prepare children for success in school while affording parents an opportunity to continue their careers or education.