Marklund's Top Hat Ball – 'Top Hat Goes Hollywood'

Marklund will host its 15th Annual Top Hat Ball – "Top Hat Goes Hollywood," at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 12, 2011, at the Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile Hotel, 540 N. Michigan Ave. Proceeds benefit the infants, children and adults with severe and profound developmental disabilities who are served by Marklund.

Chaired by Mike and Carol Donahue of Geneva, the Top Hat Ball includes all the fashionable glamour of Tinsel Town with a spectacular Red Carpet experience, Hollywood entertainment, fine dining, dancing and a lavish live auction and raffle. Come join the Paparazzi and enjoy Hollywood - Marklund style.

A highlight of the annual Top Hat Ball is the presentation of Marklund's prestigious "Friend of the Year" award.

Tickets are $300 per person. Table sponsorship opportunities and discounted packages are available. For more information, call Jeannine Zupo at 630-624-9874 or visit http://www.tophatball.com

About Marklund

Founded in 1954, Marklund enriches the lives of those with special healthcare needs by honoring the unique purpose of each individual. Those served are able to enjoy a full and meaningful life supported by a compassionate nurturing environment; a strong partnership with the community; and an unmatched dedication to personal growth. Marklund's vision: Rising above limitations.

Marklund's main campus in Geneva, Ill., consists of six 16-bed residential homes for adults with severe and profound developmental disabilities as well as an educational and training center that provides for the intensive medical, social, emotional and physical needs of the residents.

In Bloomingdale, Ill., the Marklund Philip Center for Children encompasses the Children's Home, a skilled pediatric nursing facility for infants, children and medically fragile adults; the Day School, an education program for children ages 3 - 21; early intervention for infants and toddlers age birth to three; and Marklund's respite program.

For more information about Marklund, call Vicki Krystof at 630-593-5482 or visit http://www.marklund.org.