A change in venue did not impair the fun or the success of the American Cancer Society’s Fourth Annual Barons’ Ball that was held at the Wyndham Peachtree City Conference Center on Saturday, Nov. 4. 

Over 300 western garbed locals decked out in the evening’s theme of diamonds and denim attended the annual fundraiser. The new location lent itself to a more luxurious feeling than at the Kiwanis Fairground structure; where the event had previously been held.

The event raised over $190,000, bringing the four year total for the event to $650,000. Proceeds were earned from corporate sponsorships, ticket sales, a silent auction loaded with items donated by generous local merchants, a live auction featuring trips and sports memorabilia. The evening festivities reached a crescendo with the awarding of a diamond necklace donated by Mucklow’s Fine Jewelry and a 20” flat screen television courtesy of Accutech.

The night of western gaming, dining and dancing was led by Master of Ceremonies “Uncle Rich” from 98.1 FM radio and the Michael Stacey Band, a country western band that returned to the fundraiser for a third appearance. Over 160 silent auction items, donated by local businesses, were available for patrons to bid on as well as a spirited live auction of trips, sports memorabilia and unique keepsake items. The live auction was led by auctioneer Ed “The Colonel” Nolan, who helped release $15,000 from the pockets of Barons’ Ball patrons. Towne Center Jewelers of Fayetteville donated a blue sapphire that patrons tried to win through a game of chance.

Organizers and volunteers are already at work on planning next year’s festivities. If you would like to join the organizing committee, volunteer to help at the 2007 ball, sponsor or donate, please contact The American Cancer Society, Fayette County at 770-460-8920.

To see more photos from this year’s Cattle Barons’ Ball, view the gallery on the left side of the Citizen's Web site.

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