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<p>Wyoming Valley Children&#8217;s Association (WVCA) announces its Dr. Seuss-themed &#8220;Salute to Seuss&#8221; Gala will be held Friday, March 22 at The Woodlands in Wilkes-Barre. The event will assist in the organization&#8217;s year-long celebration of its 95 years of service to the community.</p><p>The Making A Difference Award will also be presented during this event to longtime WVCA supporter, Kevin and Mickey Kane. This award recognizes individuals or organizations that &#8220;go above and beyond&#8221; in their commitment and service to WVCA.</p><p>The Kanes have been avid supporters of WVCA for several years. Kevin is a long-time board member and past president and Mickey passionately coordinates &#8220;Team Katie&#8221; each year to raise funds for the organization&#8217;s Walk-A-Thon. </p><p>Each year, WVCA holds a signature fundraising gala to raise support for the WVCA school and its students. This year&#8217;s event is themed after iconic Dr. Seuss books with colorful d&#233;cor, a creative menu and live entertainment. Doors open at 6 p.m. with cocktail hour and an extensive silent auction, followed by dinner and dancing with the band Group Du Jour. Back again by popular demand are multiple silent auction trip packages (Complete with roundtrip airfare and no blackout dates) to exotic locations like Greece, Spain, New Orleans and more.</p><p>Tickets to attend the event are $150 per person and may be purchased by visiting the WVCA website at www.wvcakids.org/gala or by calling 570-714-1246. </p><style>
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Wyoming Valley Children’s Association gala honors Kevin and Mickey Kane