The Miriam Hospital Gala & Auction – Moonlight Masquerade

Step into a world of enchantment at our Moonlight Masquerade, where elegance meets mystery beneath the shimmering glow of the moon. With Wendy Buckler and Natasha Buckler leading the charge, you can expect an unforgettable evening with exquisite dining, captivating entertainment, and the thrill of disguise. Indulge in a gourmet experience provided by Johnson & Wales University, renowned for its culinary excellence and impeccable hospitality, all set within the transformed Wildcat Center. Through the night, guests will have the opportunity to bid on exclusive auction items, expertly presented by professional auctioneer Harry Santa-Olalla and then dance the night away with Mystique!

Sponsorship and ticket sale proceeds from this year’s gala will support The Miriam Hospital’s Greatest Needs Fund, which provides funding for programs and improvements at The Miriam Hospital that have the most crucial and pressing needs. This year's auctions and fund-a-need proceeds will help bring life-changing technology and expansion to the Spine Center at The Miriam Hospital. The Spine Center has seen remarkable growth since it opened five years ago and needs additional resources, including a second 3-dimensional navigation system to improve the accuracy of increasingly complex surgical care. The additional equipment will help meet the demand for volume while increasing patient and staff safety. Standing among the best in its field, The Spine Center at The Miriam Hospital has earned top recognition, with three of its surgeons among the “Top 20 Under 40” by the North American Spine Society and a ranking in the top 1% of Spine Research Hospitals in 2024 by Avant-Garde.

The 2025 Miriam Hospital Gala & Auction – 
Moonlight Masquerade Co-Chairs:
Wendy Buckler and Natasha Buckler.