join us
...in celebrating the 79th Annual Jewel Ball: Back En Pointe.
You’ll be swept away for an enchanted evening of beauty and romance as we lose ourselves in the magic of Paris. More than just a city, Paris is a feeling, a love affair with life, brimming with rich history, culture and, of course, art. The destination artistique of our Parisian evening is the beautiful Palais de Garnier, with its grand entrance, gleaming chandeliers, torch bearing allegories and sumptuous ballet performances. Jewel Ball 2025, Back en Pointe, captures the exquisite blend of beauty, strength and artistry that is deeply rooted in the tradition of ballet. Experience the magical entanglements of ballet at the Palais de Garnier and revel in the glamour of an evening en pointe. It will be nothing short of “danse classique."
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Saturday, August 2, 2025
Las Patronas was founded in 1946 by fourteen members who contributed handmade decorations to the first Jewel Ball. Today, the active members of Las Patronas proudly carry on the traditions of our founding members by building the design elements by hand and transporting them, piece by piece, to the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club to create one of San Diego’s most unique and best fêtes.
Throughout the year leading up to the Ball, Las Patronas active members spend time at “The Warehouse,” busily drilling, sawing, lifting, nailing, sanding, drawing, stenciling, painting, marbling, sponging, lettering, and more – all to benefit our carefully chosen and deserving San Diego County charities. Jewel Ball work week we hit the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club running and the only racket on the tennis courts comes from the sound of power tools. Husbands, children, and some of our beneficiaries come to help us unload trucks from our warehouse and to put up the scenery that transforms the Beach Club into a fantasyland each year.
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When you see us that evening, dancing until the last guest leaves, you’ll know that we had a rocking good time. And that we can’t wait to get up the next morning and do it all over again.
