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Mardi Gras Gala

On Feb. 26, the Epilepsy Foundation of Eastern Pa. hosted its Mardi Gras Gala at the Crystal Tea Room in Philadelphia. The foundation offers help to tens of thousands of individuals with epilepsy and seizure disorder.

Attendees (from left) Paul Dick, Allison McCartin, event honorees Brad and Bethany Goering, Fox 29’s Dawn Timmeney and Chris O’Connell, with his wife, Dawn. MAGGIE HENRY CORCORAN / For the Inquirer
Attendees (from left) Paul Dick, Allison McCartin, event honorees Brad and Bethany Goering, Fox 29’s Dawn Timmeney and Chris O’Connell, with his wife, Dawn. MAGGIE HENRY CORCORAN / For the InquirerRead more
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On Feb. 26, the Epilepsy Foundation of Eastern Pa. hosted its Mardi Gras Gala at the Crystal Tea Room in Philadelphia. The foundation offers help to tens of thousands of individuals with epilepsy and seizure disorder.

At the gala, attended by 310, Dr. Richard Harner was honored as the Mardi Gras "King" for his efforts to combat epilepsy. Brad and Bethany Goering were honored as Volunteers of the Year, and Dr. Brian Litt was recognized for his contributions to the field. Fun was had by all as the guests enjoyed a gourmet meal by Finley Catering and music by EBE Entertainment's Monte Carlo Band. The evening raised $100,000, to be used to directly support programs and services provided by the Epilepsy Foundation.