The traditional Indian attire worn by some of the members was a glimpse into what patrons can expect to see at next year's Jewel Ball, themed "Silk & Spice: A Passage to India."
Jewel Ball designer, Julie Matibag, acted out her part during the skit.
The 2009 Jewel Ball theme was revealed on this poster.
Las Patronas' members held up signs revealing how much money was raised - approximately $1.2 million - at this year's Jewel Ball, which was themed "Speakeasy."
Vicki Eddy and Micki Olin spoke at the luncheon.
Las Patronas' past presidents
Las Patronas' past ball chairs
Jewel Ball co-chair Sallie Warren, chair Jennifer Greenfield and co-chair Laurie Allen
Annette Bradbury, Jena Joyce and Missy Coleman
Kristi Pieper, Maree Mossmer and Kathryn Stephens
Colleen McNally and membership chair Denise Vila
Las Patronas president Lydia McNeil and past ball chair Caroline Nierenberg
Lise Wilson, Jewel Ball designer Julie Matibag and Kimberly Lee
Las Patronas has announced the theme for next year's Jewel Ball: "Silk & Spice: A Passage to India." The theme was revealed during a grand skit performed at the organization's new member luncheon, held Oct. 15 at La Jolla Country Club. Las Patronas' members dressed in traditional Indian garb, read scripts and danced around the ballroom, all the while hinting at the theme. It was officially announced at the end of the performance.
Last week's luncheon also honored past presidents and ball chairs while welcoming its new members. In addition, Las Patronas announced how much money was raised by this year's "Speakeasy"-themed Jewel Ball: $1,215,258.
Jennifer Greenfield, Jewel Ball chair, said it is the largest amount of money Las Patronas has raised in the history of the Jewel Ball.
Since 1946, the all-volunteer philanthropic organization has donated more than $12 million to more than a thousand charitable institutions in San Diego.
Nicole Reino Nicole Reino is the lifestyles editor. She can be reached at nicole@lajollalight.com.
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