Hattie Larlham Presents Hollywood

Hattie Larlham Lights Up Akron with the Glitz & Glamour of Hollywood

Hattie Larlham Presents Hollywood co-chair Jacquie Mabry performs in an outfit worn by comedienne Totie Fields.

On Saturday, Sept. 26, Hattie Larlham brought the glitz and glamour of Hollywood to the Akron Civic Theatre for Hattie Larlham Presents Hollywood. In total, 300 guests joined the organization for an evening of films, food and fun to support Hattie Larlham’s Summit County programs.

Those in attendance got their photos snapped on the red carpet as they made their way inside, where they mingled with look-alikes of Hollywood icons Dolly Parton, Cher, Carol Burnett, Phyllis Diller and others.

From there, guests viewed the collection of Hollywood costumes and jewelry from Richard John of Hood and Hoover Jewelers. This was one of John’s largest public viewings. In total, he displayed nearly 75 costumes and four cases of jewelry and other accessories from his vast collection.

Shortly after viewing the collection, guests enjoyed dinner from Robert J. Events & Catering before heading inside the theatre for a presentation of old silver screen movie clips. The clips featured actors and actresses whose wardrobes were on display in John’s collection. During the clips, celebrity look-alikes modeling costumes from John’s collection appeared on the stage. Dolly Parton, Liberace, Phyllis Diller, Cher, Carol Burnett, Lucille Ball, Carol Channing, Totie Fields and Ethel Merman were among the classic celebrities depicted.

Guests enjoyed a light dessert before the close of the evening. A few lucky attendees won door prizes from the event, including replica jewelry of items in Richard John’s collection and a gift basket donated by the Akron Beacon Journal. One guest won a raffle for an all-expense paid trip to see a live taping of Dancing with the Stars.

All of the proceeds from the event benefited Hattie Larlham’s Summit County programs, which include Hattie’s Café & Gifts, Hattie Larlham Doggie Day Care & Boarding, Constant Companions, community homes and respite/private-duty home care.

Hattie Larlham Presents Hollywood was co-chaired by Mary Ann Jackson and Jacquie Mabry and sponsored by Summa Health System. WDOK’s Terry Moir emceed the event.

During the event, Hattie Larlham CEO Dennis Allen thanked attendees for their ongoing support of Hattie Larlham. Additionally, a young woman who receives services from Hattie Larlham’s Summit County services made a special speech that left guests with the understanding that while Hollywood stars may be glamorous, the greatest stars of all are those who work to uplift others.

Sponsors

Thank you to the wonderful Hattie Larlham Presents Hollywood sponsors.

Presenting Sponsor
Summa Health System

Best Producer
102.1 WDOK
Akron Beacon Journal
Akron Children's Hospital
Maynard Family Foundation
Bud and Mary Elaine Mays
Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP

Best Supporting Role
Canal Place LTD, a Division of Covington Capital Corporation
County of Summit DD Board
SS&G Financial Services, Inc.
SummaCare
VanitaBooks, LLC