Folks got real comfy at the first annual Kami?s Jammies fundraiser recently at the BWI Ramada, as supporters donned their favorite flannel PJs, boxers and assorted nighties to honor the life of Kami Lambert, who lost her battle with leukemia last September. Kami?s parents Danielle and Chris Lambert, grandparents Debi and Bill Katzenberger, and great-grandmother Jennie Shupe were thrilled at theoutpouring of support.
“During her frequent overnight stays in the hospital, Kamryn would get a new pair of pajamas to make her feel more at home,” grandmom Debi said. “So as a legacy to her, we developed Kami?s Jammies, which provides sleepwear and monthly-themed PJ parties for children on extended hospital stays at the University of Maryland Hospital for Children.”
There was no sleep at this event. In fact, there was a fierce “Guitar Hero” competition going on with guest celebs Rob Long (WNST) and Jo-Jo Gerard (Mix 106.5 FM) taking on Adrienne Parks, Tabitha Katzenberger and members of the Severn Run Band, who had donated their talents to the night?s festivities.
Debi Katzenberger also shared that Kami and her family had benefited from so many of the wonderful programs provided by the Casey Cares Foundation that Kami?s Jammies has become one of its newest programs. Sounds like a perfect fit.
Psst! You heard it here first
Where do all the politicians spend their time between the Arbutus and Catonsville Fourth of July parades? Usually at the Catonsville home of Jolene Morsberger, who was married to former House of Delegates member Louis Morsberger for 49 years until his death in 2003.
For more than 30 years, the Morsberger home has been a must-stop for the likes of Barbara Mikulski, Ben Cardin, Robert Ehrlich, Martin O?Malley, Jim Smith and Paul Sarbanes. Joining hostess Jolene this year was her daughter Louann, her son Jeff and friends Evelyn Slaght and Glenda and Ted Johnson. Thanks to Eddie Applefeld for this tidbit.
Anne?s pick of the week
What: First Annual Casey Cares Jammie Fashion Show to benefit the Kami?s Jammies program
When: Sunday, July 20 at 2 p.m.
Where: Chesapeake Arts Center, 194 Hammonds Lane in Brooklyn Park
What it?s all about: If your son or daughter is between the ages of 3 and 16 and loves to strut around in pajamas, here?s the perfect event. The Jammie Fashion Show is seeking 80 children to model their own pajamas.
To register: Contact Tabitha Katzenberger ([email protected]); Robinw Herzberger ([email protected]); Debi Katzenberger at 443-568-0064.
Hardly an easy rider
Patty Hearst, who dared to wear white after Labor Day ? and paid a heavy, heavy price ? in John Water?s 1992 Baltimore-based movie “Serial Mom,” was in town the other day. Our favorite limo driver ? B.G. of American Limousines ? said Hearst, known in her Symbionese Liberation Army days as Tania, was with her niece Amanda, who was checking out colleges. Their destination? Johns Hopkins ? not far, actually, from Waters? North Baltimore address.
B.G. reports Patty was a bit of a pain. When he tried to open the limo?s door for her, she proclaimed she didn’t need any assistance. And once the ride started, she kept asking how much farther. You?ll be overjoyed to hear that the newspaper heiress plans to spend the coming weekend in the Hamptons.
? Eddie Applefeld
Same old Artie
Former Baltimore Colts great Art Donovan, who turned 83 last month, spends a lot of time at his lovely home at the Valley Country Club, which is now owned and operated by his daughter, Debbie.
“I spend most of the day listening to the cars go by on the Beltway,” wisecracked the NFL Hall-of-Famer. “It reminds me of my early years in the Bronx, growing up over a subway station.”
Artie?s healthis relatively good, but he does use a walker, as he heals from a broken leg. ? Eddie Applefeld
