The 2013 Delaware, New York, and Maryland Inaugural Ball.
New York, Maryland, and Delaware shared the stage Sunday night at the Fairmont Hotel, hosting an inaugural ball together for the first time. “We weren’t expecting the same crowds as four years ago,” explained Richard Schrader, director of the New York State Society.
It wasn’t hard to see New York’s stake in the hotel’s downstairs rooms, where attendees could nibble on the state’s famous snacks and treats, such as Schrader’s favorite, Antoinette’s sponge chocolates. But a pair of glamorously dressed New Yorkers also got a taste of Maryland’s cream of crab soup. “Cream of what?” we overheard them asking as chefs ladled out samples.
Although Delaware’s main claim to fame is Vice President Joe Biden,
hopeful attendees caught no glimpse of him munching treats while
scouring the silent auction, which featured signed memorabilia by the
Redskins’ Robert Griffin III and John Wall of the Washington Wizards.
Those who needed some extra entertainment could take a seat in the game
room, which featured multiple tables of Trivial Pursuit and “How Well
Do You Know Your State” games.
In attendance were Delaware’s governor Jack A. Markell, who
crunched popcorn while chatting with guests, and US Cherry Blossom Queen Taylor M. Barfield, decked out in her sash and tiara.
As guests descended the stairs, they were greeted by the sounds of a
children’s choir. A jazz trio played enthusiastically in the background
as the night wore on.
2013 Delaware, Maryland, and New York Inaugural Ball
Three states shared the bill for the first time at the Fairmont Hotel.
New York, Maryland, and Delaware shared the stage Sunday night at the Fairmont Hotel, hosting an inaugural ball together for the first time. “We weren’t expecting the same crowds as four years ago,” explained Richard Schrader, director of the New York State Society.
It wasn’t hard to see New York’s stake in the hotel’s downstairs rooms, where attendees could nibble on the state’s famous snacks and treats, such as Schrader’s favorite, Antoinette’s sponge chocolates. But a pair of glamorously dressed New Yorkers also got a taste of Maryland’s cream of crab soup. “Cream of what?” we overheard them asking as chefs ladled out samples.
Although Delaware’s main claim to fame is Vice President Joe Biden,
hopeful attendees caught no glimpse of him munching treats while
scouring the silent auction, which featured signed memorabilia by the
Redskins’ Robert Griffin III and John Wall of the Washington Wizards.
Those who needed some extra entertainment could take a seat in the game
room, which featured multiple tables of Trivial Pursuit and “How Well
Do You Know Your State” games.
In attendance were Delaware’s governor Jack A. Markell, who
crunched popcorn while chatting with guests, and US Cherry Blossom Queen
Taylor M. Barfield, decked out in her sash and tiara.
As guests descended the stairs, they were greeted by the sounds of a
children’s choir. A jazz trio played enthusiastically in the background
as the night wore on.
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