Event Details
Saturday, November 1, 2025
Shipley Arena
706 Agricultural Center Dr, Westminster, MD 21157
Cocktails: 6:30 p.m.
Attire: Black Tie
About the Auxiliary Ball
The Carroll Hospital Auxiliary proudly presents the 66th Auxiliary Ball: "Ocean Depths: Discover the Wonder Below" at the Shipley Arena on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Immerse yourself in an enchanting underwater world where mysteries and deep-sea marvels await your discovery.
Last year's event dazzled attendees in our new venue, creating unforgettable memories and exceeding expectations. This year promises an even more remarkable experience with catering by Rouge Fine Catering, open bar throughout the evening, exciting auction featuring unique items and experiences, dancing, and many more surprises!
Proceeds from this mesmerizing aquatic gala will support the Auxiliary's current pledge towards the Emergency Department Renovation & Redesign project, a critical initiative that will enhance the care environment for the patients we all serve.
Auxiliary Ball Planning Committee
- Charles Bednar
- Karen Nevin
- Janet E. Ober
- Kathleen F. Palaia
- Frances Rock
- Rick Sirian
- Andrea Stoner
- Bill Strotz - Logistics Chair
- Jacqueline Weir – Raffle Chair
- Norma Wright
2024 Sponsors
King Momo - The King of the Carnaval ($25,000)
-
Carroll Hospital Medical Staff
Rainha da bateria - Queen of the drums at Carnaval Parades ($20,000)
-
Pitts Family Foundation
Cariocas - A person who was born in or lives in Rio de Janeiro ($10,000)
- The Kahlert Foundation
FoliÕes – Happy partygoers who participate in Carnaval ($6,000)
- Mr. Glenn S. Bair
- EMJAY Engineering and Construction Co., Inc.
- Myers-Durboraw Funeral Homes, PA
- Lifebridge Health Physical Therapy in collaboration with NovaCare Rehabilitation
- Metz Culinary Management
- Woodholme Gastroenterology Associates
Passistas – Talented and colorful Carnaval samba dancers ($4,000)
- Autumn Lake Healthcare
- Capital Women's Care
- Carroll County Anesthesia Associates, P.A.
- Carroll Lutheran Village
- McDaniel College
- US Acute Care Solutions in honor of Emergency Medicine
- US Acute Care Solutions in honor of Hospitalist and Critical Care Medicine
Blocos – Groups of individuals who play percussion-filled street parties during Carnaval ($3,000)
- ACNB Bank
- Airpark Animal Hospital
- Anchor Pharmacy and Medical Supplies
- Carroll Community College
- Crawford Yingling Insurance
- Hill Development Group, LLC
- Garrett & Anna Luisa Hoover
- International Foreign Car Sales & Service, Inc.
- Kairos Wealth Advisors of Raymond James
- LifeBridge Health Cardiovascular Institute at Sinai
- M&T Bank
- Myers-Durboraw Funeral Homes, PA
- Pediatrix Medical Group
- Penguin Random House, Inc.
- Right at Home
- RBC Wealth Management – The Yingling Group
- Sturgill & Associates
- Tevis Energy
- Westminster Pediatrics
Entertainment Sponsor ($2,500)
-
Tipco Technologies – Ms. Terri Lyons
Décor Sponsor ($2,000)
- Baugher Enterprises, Inc.
- Ellen and Neil Meltzer
- In memory of Russell and Kathryn Morgan
Grand Entrance Sponsor ($1,000)
- Mr. and Mrs. Jason A. Blavatt
- Law Offices of Friedman & Friedman
- Dick & Darlene Hull
- Paul & Fran Rock
-
Greg & Leslie Simmons
Coffee Bar Sponsor ($500)
- Julie & Matthew Cox
- Devaney & Associates, Inc.
- DPR Construction
- Frank & Barbara Gunther
- Sharon & Mark Hiner
- J.R. Frazee Strategic Consulting, LLC
- Mt. Airy Children's Dental Associates
- Pediatrix Medical Group
- Right at Home
- Robert L. Weinreich
Program Sponsor ($250)
- The Arc Carroll County
- David & Brenda Frazier
- Gregg Gillespie
- Hoffman, Comfort, Offutt, Scott & Halstad, LLP
- Frederic & Marjorie Lohnes
- Deborah & Ethan Seidel (just changed format)
- Charles & Andrea Stoner
- Thomas, Bennett & Hunter, Inc.
Auction/Raffle Underwriter
- Amy & Brandon Bloomberg
- Janet Davis
- Green’s Ace Home Center
- Ledo Pizza
- Rotary Club of Sykesville-South Carroll
- Dawn Thomas
Media Sponsors
- Carroll County Times
- Kohn Creative
- Village Printing and Company, LLC
Auction Donors
- Basta Pasta
- Bistro 91
- Black Eyed Susan
- The Boxwood Collection
- Buffalo Wild Wings
- Butterfly Blooms
- Debbie Cavey
- Christopher Schafer Clothier / Casey Rowe
- Cinco de Mayo
- The County Cork Wine Pub
- The Cutting Garden
- DK Jewelers, Inc.
- Eagle Nails
- E. W. Becks
- Frederick Keys
- Gateau Monique
- Gettysburg Olive Oil Co.
- Greenmount Station
- Hidey's Landscape Supply Yard
- Honeygrow
- Island Green
- The Links at Challedon
- Live! Casino and Hotel
- Longwood Gardens
- Molli’s Café
- National Aquarium
- Oakmont Green Golf Course
- Organizing for Ease/Rebecca Guyot
- Paradiso Italian Restaurant
- Patapsco Distilling Company
- James & Kay Pitts
- Planet Fitness
- Raven’s
- RockSalt Grille
- Serpent Ridge Vineyard
- Stratosphere Social
- Julie Shadoan
- The Spa on West Main
- Towne Pride Interiors
- Lois & George Warden
- Weis Markets Westminster
- Westminster Car Wash & Detailing
- Westminster National Golf Course