The 2024 Fashion Show for Ann’s Place is sold out, but you can still share the love with our community models. Donate to their page before April 24th and write an encouraging message. It will mean a lot to them.
If you are one of the lucky ticket holders, come prepared to enjoy a delicious grazing table provided by Hayfields, enter for a chance to win one of many fabulous raffle prizes, bid on exciting live auction items and cheer on the 24 inspirational models walking the runway this year! Doors open at 6pm and show begins promptly at 7pm.
Meet Our Models!
Dr. Carinne Anderson
I am the Chief of Breast Surgery at Danbury Hospital, and a Ridgefield resident, wife, and mother. As a breast surgical oncologist, I know that having a community to lean on and resources for support and wellness make such a difference for someone facing a cancer diagnosis. Read More...
Rebecca Antista
Hi, Ann’s Place supporters! I’m Rebecca Antista — a mom, wife, daughter, sister, friend, former high school teacher and current Director of Social Emotional (Academic) Learning for PowerTools, a very cool education consulting company based in NYC. Read More...
Andrea Atkins
I am honored to be part of this event. I was diagnosed with breast cancer, March 2023. I went through chemotherapy, double mastectomy, a year of immunotherapy and 5 weeks of radiation. I am a mother of two wonderful college kids and happily married to an incredible husband. Read More...
Rebecca Baglio
I am honored to be part of this event. I was diagnosed with breast cancer, March 2023. I went through chemotherapy, double mastectomy, a year of immunotherapy and 5 weeks of radiation. I am a mother of two wonderful college kids and happily married to an incredible husband. Read More...
Sandi Barry
As a 3-time cancer survivor, the mission of Ann’s Place is close to my heart. I credit the wonderful support of my doctors, family and friends for getting me through my own cancer journey. I am the Co-owner with my husband of Titan Accounting in Ridgefield. Read More...
Cara Capilli
I am Cara Capilli, a first grade teacher in New Canaan, CT who was born and raised in Ridgefield, CT. I grew up in Ridgefield with my father, John Capilli, mother, Patti Capilli, and brother John Capilli Jr. I am raising money for Ann's Place in honor of my mother, Patti, who passed away from breast cancer in March of 2017. Read More...
Kelsey Flannagan
While I'm very nervous of making a fool of myself, I'm extremely excited to be asked to walk the runway in the Ann's Place fashion show! I have been a dentist at Ridgefield Cosmetic and General Dentistry for the last 7 years. My passion in life is helping people and I'm so happy I get to do that every day and call it "work". Read More...
Michelle Flegel
My family moved to Ridgefield through PepsiCo 11 years ago, with short stints in San Francisco and Phoenix along the way. We feel incredibly lucky to have found such a wonderful community on the East Coast. I will celebrate my 20-year anniversary with my husband, Robert, this year, and we have been blessed to raise our two kids, Lauren (17) and Max (14), here. Read More...
Philomena Florio
I am one of the owners of the franchise gym Burn Bootcamp in Danbury that opened early this year! My partner and I recently hosted a workout to help raise money for Ann’s Place. I was just 27 when my best friend and mother uttered the sentence “I have stage 3B Adenocarcinoma of the lung”. Read More...
Emiret Gonzalez
I am Emiret Gonzalez, psychologist and family therapist, PLTI graduate, Mexican, passionate, faith and fun woman, proud mother of three children, Joshua, Janai and Jireh! My personal and professional purpose is to support people affected by cancer. Read More...
Harriet Hanlon
I am honored to have been asked by my friend Allison Carballo to be part of this event. Ann’s Place has provided immeasurable support to Allison and so many others. My husband Mark and I have lived in Ridgefield for nearly 30 years and have 2 grown children: Peter and Helen. Read More...
Laura Holdgrafer & Stephanie King-Gottwald When Danielle, owner of Audrey Road, asked us to participate in the Ann's Place fashion show, we immediately said YES. This amazing organization provides so much support for so many families for FREE! But that wouldn't be possible without your support! Read More...
Rosemary & Jennifer Kasinskas
This year my mother (Rosemary) and I have the pleasure of walking in the Ann's Place fashion show at the Ridgefield Playhouse on April 24, 2024. Read More...
Claire Lewis
I am extremely honored to walk the runway to raise money for Ann's Place. I am a city girl by birth and a Ridgefielder at Heart. Having moved to Ridgefield with my children in 2018, I was first introduced to this wonderful organization three years ago when I attended my first Ann's Place Fashion Show. Read More.
Caitlin Madhoun
I'm thrilled and honored to be a part of this event in support of cancer survivors and their families. As a dedicated registered nurse with a passion for caring for others, I've spent the last decade balancing healing hearts on the hospital's cardiac floor, while also serving as a substitute school nurse in Ridgefield Public Schools. Read More...
Peggy Marconi
As a cancer survivor I am honored to walk in the Ann's Place Fashion Show. I wish to honor two of my very best friends that I lost to cancer -Sandy Kalriess in 2018 and Mimi Gustafson in 2023. Read More...
Keenan McMahon
I am thrilled to participate in this year’s fashion show to benefit Ann’s Place and will proudly walk the runway in memory of my sister-in-law, Pam McMahon. It was through Pam that I first learned about the amazing support services Ann’s Place provides individuals and their family members as they navigate through their cancer journey. Read More...
Kelly Pellizzari
Kelly is passionate when it comes to community.
Last year Kelly transitioned from a large financial corporation to Fairfield County Bank where their mission aligned with Kellys values to support and be impactful in the community that she serves. Read More...
Rachel Quinn
I am so honored to walk the runway to support Ann’s Place. Ann’s Place is changing lives every day and offering support services free of charge to cancer patients and their families at a time when they need it the most. As a breast cancer survivor, I know how important community support is to help you through your cancer battle. Read More...
Robert Salaga
Me. Husband. Father. Girl (x2) Dad. Human Capital Consultant. Board Member. Philanthropic Venture Capitalist. PTA President. Small Business Owner. Bald Man! Jeep Wrangler Lover. LEGO Enthusiast. Volunteer Extraordinaire. I am honored to be a part of Ann’s Place Fashion Show and humbled to hear that I inspire others. Read More...
Christine Santori
As a 27-year resident of Ridgefield and a Special Needs Mom & Advocate, I'm deeply rooted in my community. Known as a Community Connector, I'm proud to own two local businesses, Community Stroll and the Town Planner Calendar. Read More...
Theresa Santoro
I am deeply honored to be walking the runway for Ann’s Place! As a Registered Nurse and the President and CEO of RVNAhealth, I have dedicated 25 years to providing home health, rehabilitation, and hospice services. Read More...
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