the event
Steps to the Cure is a truly local event, driven by the specific needs of the Maryland breast cancer patient, and visualized by the surrounding community of artists, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists culled together by The Larry and Lori Lickstein Foundation.
The Foundation – started by a local plastic surgeon and his wife – hopes you are intrigued by this vision of a provacative and imaginative event, and excited by our pledge that this event will be different! Embrace the Steps to the Cure by becoming a sponsor or guest, and we look forward to seeing you in October, whether in high tops or heels.
Guests are encouraged to don their black tie and most creative footwear.
highlights of the evening
on the runway | Breast cancer survivors will claim the catwalk, showcasing unique fashions created by designers hand-selected from the Maryland Institute College of Art.
on the mic | Maryland native Christian Siriano, winner of Bravo TV’s Project Runway will be a celebrity guest for the evening. His cutting edge designs are developing a presence in modern American fashion and his cheeky, witty personality will be on display, narrating the evening runway event. Fierce!
on the auction floor | The Ace of Cakes, Duff Goldman, and each of the designers at Charm City Cakes will contribute artistic and edgy interpretations of the evening’s shoe motif. The Food Network stars will create a total of eleven cakes for the evening: original confectionary art for your bid. To tempt local fashionistas an original Christian Siriano design will be on the auction block as well.
on the palate | A unique selection of inspired cocktails, fabulous appetizers, and an artful dining experience catered by Sascha's, one of Baltimore’s most inspiring chefs.
on the go | Guests will return home with an artisan crafted “shoebox” brimming with high end schwag and goodies to pamper all the senses.
on the scene | VIP guests will enjoy an exclusive cocktail hour with a live performance by the Towson University Department of Music Faculty Woodwind Trio, and private time with our celebrity guest, Christian Siriano. There will also be exclusive access to other parts of the museum and special gifts in your to go "shoebox".
