For the tenth time in ten years, the LEAP Ambassadors assisted with the annual HEARTS Veterans Gala. More than 300 community members gathered at the HEARTS Conference Center for dinner, reflection, and companionship on November 11, Veterans Day.
The event MC was Col. Don Beal…
…and the Huntsville Men’s Choir was featured throughout the evening. They performed six songs, including everyone’s favorite, “The Armed Forces Medley.”
The LEAP Ambassadors greeted guests, assisted guests with seating, sponsored a table, and assisted with the silent auction, which raises money for ROTC scholarships.
During the evening, the HEARTS Museum staff honored various community members and volunteers for their service, including Karen Murff…
…Norman Ward, Dr. Tommy Davis, Betty Higgins, and John Sicola…
reinforcing the community aspect of the gathering.
And, speaking of which, it was enjoyable for us to see old friends, such as County Judge Danny Pierce, Judge Hal Ridley, Thomas Leeper…
…Captain Steve Fisher, Charlotte Olienik, Liesa Hackett, Bette Nelson, and many others.
It was a nice reminder the sacrifice made by our veterans and the important role of volunteerism in our community.
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