Pittsburgh Heart Ball - 2/28/09

A sweet childhood dream was brought to life as the American Heart Association transformed the David L. Lawrence Convention Center into Candyland for the 2009 Heart Ball. As guests traveled through the magical, sugary world at the start of the evening, stops were made for games and prizes in the Peppermint Woods and candy was devoured at Gumdrop Mountain. Dinner was served to those who hadn’t spoiled their appetite with too many treats, and then a live auction followed. As the event ventured along Gumdrop Pass and through Lollipop Woods, Lord Licorice stayed out of sight, creating a clear path to the Candy Castle. But before evening’s close, guests took part in the presentation of the 2009 Peter J. Safar Pulse of Pittsburgh award, which honored the late Dr. James A. Magovern’s life and work. Photos by Megan Wylie