Thanks to the amazing generosity of our supporters, weโ€™re very pleased to announce that Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundationโ€™s 3rd Annual Casino Night raised nearly $9,000, said hospital spokesperson Kasia Sweeney. Proceeds from the benefit will be used to purchase a pediatric training simulator to enhance patient care.

The anatomically correct manikin is computer programmable with a variety of scenarios and gives staff the opportunity to practice new pediatric techniques. The equipment will be part of a new pediatric simulation and training room at the hospital.

โ€œWe want to thank everyone who came out to show their support for this great cause,โ€ said CMH Foundation President Mark Davis. โ€œEveryone involved with the event can feel proud that they played a part in enhancing care for the children of our community.โ€

The casino-style benefit held at St. John Vianney Family Life Center attracted more than 150 attendees. Win, lose or draw, guests enjoyed the mouth-watering buffet selections donated by Expressions Catering, Flavorful Impressions Catering, Grizzly Mountain Grill and Salsaritaโ€™s.

โ€œWeโ€™d also like to express our appreciation to DJ Dave for providing the entertainment, to Mamma Luciaโ€™s Restaurant for furnishing the wine and beer, Capital Food Service for supplying the sodas and water and to DuPaulโ€™s Catering, Soft Stuff Distributors and Eden & Tye for contributing the delicious desserts,โ€ he said.

โ€œI would especially like to recognize our sponsors for their ongoing commitment and dedication,โ€ said CMH President and CEO Jim Xinis. โ€œLeading the way was our own Harvest Ball Committee along with Fantasy World Entertainment, J.W. Graner Excavating, Inc., Davis, Upton, Palumbo & Daugherty, Attorneys at Law and Pat Petricko/Remax 100.โ€

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