top of page

Sixth Annual Music & Memories Gala (2025)

  • Act Now Foundation
  • Feb 3, 2025
  • 1 min read

Updated: Sep 5, 2025

The Sixth Annual Music & Memories Gala at Valley Regency in Clifton, New Jersey, was an unforgettable evening of celebration, generosity, and community impact in support of families living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.


Guests enjoyed a lively cocktail hour followed by an elegant sit-down dinner, exciting silent auctions and raffles, and an inspiring program showcasing Act Now Foundation’s mission to provide free cognitive assessments, dementia education, caregiver support services, and advocacy across New Jersey.


A highlight of the evening was the heartfelt tribute to Cary Lopez, Executive Director and Co-Founder, honoring her commitment to expanding critical dementia care and resources for families in need.


As the celebration continued, guests were treated to an exclusive 11 PM surprise, a dazzling drag queen performance of Parisian inspired songs that filled the dance floor with energy and excitement.


If you missed this year’s New Jersey Alzheimer’s fundraising gala, we invite you to join us next year for another night of music, memories, and making a difference. Together we can create lasting change for families affected by dementia.



Event sponsored by:

  • Eisai Pharmaceutical
    Eisai Pharmaceutical
  • Applause Home Care
    Applause Home Care
  • Silverman Building
    Silverman Building
  • Haven Savings Bank
    Haven Savings Bank
  • International Longshoremen's Association
    International Longshoremen's Association
  • Apple Bank
    Apple Bank
  • abc7NY
    abc7NY
  • Leemark Electric Inc
    Leemark Electric Inc
  • Panepinto Properties
    Panepinto Properties
  • Leeann Development LLC
    Leeann Development LLC


Silent Auction & Raffle Item Sponsors:


  • Alstede Farms
    Alstede Farms
  • Applebee's
    Applebee's
  • Audace Restaurant
    Audace Restaurant
  • BarkBox
    BarkBox
  • The Brightside Tavern
    The Brightside Tavern
  • The Broadway Comedy Club
    The Broadway Comedy Club
  • Chefs International Inc.
    Chefs International Inc.
  • The Container Store
    The Container Store
  • Dance With Me Dance Studios
    Dance With Me Dance Studios
  • The Drew Barrymore Show
    The Drew Barrymore Show
  • Edward's Steakhouse
    Edward's Steakhouse
  • Empire Tech
    Empire Tech
  • The Escape Game
    The Escape Game
  • Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
    Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
  • Gibson
    Gibson
  • Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts
    Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts
  • Hand and Stone Massage and Facials Spa
    Hand and Stone Massage and Facials Spa
  • Haven Edgewater Restaurant
    Haven Edgewater Restaurant
  • Hemp & Honey
    Hemp & Honey
  • Hudson Golf
    Hudson Golf
  • Hudson Valley Renegades
    Hudson Valley Renegades
  • Humdingers
    Humdingers
  • Kendra Scott
    Kendra Scott
  • Laico's Restaurant
    Laico's Restaurant
  • Legoland New York Resort
    Legoland New York Resort
  • Let's Roam
    Let's Roam
  • Liberty House by Landmark
    Liberty House by Landmark
  • Liberty Science Center
    Liberty Science Center
  • Kate Spade New York
    Kate Spade New York
  • Live with Kelly and Mark
    Live with Kelly and Mark
  • Montclair Art Museum
    Montclair Art Museum
  • Mayo Performing Arts Center
    Mayo Performing Arts Center
  • Morey's Piers and Waterparks
    Morey's Piers and Waterparks
  • Morton's the Steakhouse
    Morton's the Steakhouse
  • Mr. Coffee
    Mr. Coffee
  • Nanni Ristorante
    Nanni Ristorante
  • Napa Valley Wine Train
    Napa Valley Wine Train
  • Newport Centre, A Simon Mall
    Newport Centre, A Simon Mall
  • New York Giants
    New York Giants
  • New York Jets
    New York Jets
  • New York Knicks
    New York Knicks
  • Nickelodeon Universe American Dream
    Nickelodeon Universe American Dream
  • njpac New Jersey Performing Arts Center
    njpac New Jersey Performing Arts Center
  • L'Occitane En Provence
    L'Occitane En Provence
  • Paper Mill Playhouse
    Paper Mill Playhouse
  • Pet Honesty
    Pet Honesty
  • Philadelphia Flyers
    Philadelphia Flyers
  • Rolando Corujo
    Rolando Corujo
  • RPM Race Play More Raceway
    RPM Race Play More Raceway
  • Ruth's Chris Steak House
    Ruth's Chris Steak House
  • Saks Fifth Avenue
    Saks Fifth Avenue
  • Six Flags Great Adventure
    Six Flags Great Adventure
  • Lincoln Park West Skyway Golf Course
    Lincoln Park West Skyway Golf Course
  • Sojo Spa Club
    Sojo Spa Club
  • State Theatre New Jersey
    State Theatre New Jersey
  • Stephen Taylor Portrait Artist
    Stephen Taylor Portrait Artist
  • The Bernards Inn
    The Bernards Inn
  • Sunrise Senior Living
    Sunrise Senior Living
  • Tac Ops Laser Tag
    Tac Ops Laser Tag
  • Tito's Handmade Vodka
    Tito's Handmade Vodka
  • Total Wine & More
    Total Wine & More
  • Turning Point Restaurants
    Turning Point Restaurants
  • Turtle Back Zoo
    Turtle Back Zoo
  • Two River Theater
    Two River Theater
  • Urban Air Adventure Park
    Urban Air Adventure Park

Comments


Act Now Foundation Logo Flowers
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn
  • Youtube
Four-star rating badge from Charity Navigator showing nonprofit financial transparency and accountability

Call us at 201-721-6721 or email us at info@actnowfoundation.org | 400 38th Street Suite 406, Union City, NJ 07087

©2026 Act Now Foundation, Inc. All rights reserved. | Act Now Foundation is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

INFORMATION FILED WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL CONCERNING THIS CHARITABLE SOLICITATION AND THE PERCENTAGE OF CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED BY THE CHARITY DURING THE LAST REPORTING PERIOD THAT WERE DEDICATED TO THE CHARITABLE PURPOSE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY BY CALLING 973-504-6215 AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET AT https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/charities REGISTRATION WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT." L.1994,c.16,s.21; amended 2005, c.283, s.12.

Act Now Foundation does not provide medical advice. The contents herein are for informational purposes only and are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. ANF does not endorse any of the resources listed herein or within separate sites linked to. The information contained within these directories is thought to be reliable but is not guaranteed to be accurate. It is primarily compiled from provider descriptions of their own services as well as other public data sources and is subject to change without further notice.

bottom of page