On Friday evening, August 1, Lakewood Hospital will host its third annual Starry Night, a patron benefit presented by Signature Sponsor, Regency Construction Services, Inc. The event will be held under the stars on Belle Avenue near Detroit Avenue on the hospital campus.

Proceeds from Starry Night will benefit two worthwhile causes – Lakewood Hospital Diabetes Center and the Lakewood Arts Festival Scholarship Fund. Each year, this event gets bigger and better and this year is no exception. Guests will enjoy delicious food, raffles, a live auction, music by The Bottom Lineband, dancing and much more. Health anchor Monica Robins of WKYC-TV3 will emcee the event.

“I am excited that Lakewood Hospital will once again have the unique opportunity to collaborate with the Lakewood Arts Festival in raising money for two great causes. Last year’s Starry Night event was a tremendous success,” said Jack Gustin, president of Lakewood Hospital. “To spend an evening with friends and colleagues all while raising money for two causes makes Starry Night an unforgettable event.”

New to Starry Night this year is a live auction. Lakewood Hospital worked closely with Local Girl Gallery’s Linda Goik asking the community to submit their personal interpretation of Van Gogh’s Starry Night. Nearly 50 talented, local artists submitted their work of art and a juried selection will be auctioned off during the event. A preview of these amazing pieces will be on display in Lakewood Hospital the week prior to the event.

Lakewood Hospital Diabetes Center, one of the beneficiaries of this event, has been meeting the needs of patients with diabetes since its opening last year. The Diabetes Center offers endocrinologists, dietitians and educators in one, convenient location.

The VIP Reception will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. for those purchasing tickets at sponsorship levels. The private reception will feature art activities, palm reading and caricature artists. The main event starts at 7 p.m. with gourmet food stations, cocktails, raffles, music and dancing.

Ticket prices for Starry Night begin at $100. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 216.529.7009 or visit our Web site, lakewoodhospital.org/starrynight to purchase tickets online.

Health Screenings and Family Fun During Lakewood Arts Festival – August 2

Lakewood Hospital will be offering health screenings and fun activities for the whole family under the tent on Belle Avenue during the Lakewood Arts Festival on August 2. In an effort to detect signs of diabetes, stroke, heart disease and cancer, the community is invited to stop by the tent for cholesterol, glucose and waist circumference screenings. Bring the kids to enjoy a DJ who will be playing music and line dancing, and a magician will also be on hand for some fun magic tricks.