Guests were welcomed to Melonfest 2006 at the registration table by attendants Casey McGinty, Jana Pounder and Phil Salmon.

Raffle and silent auction items are donated by local artists.

An original artwork donated by Lisa McDonough of Colorado.

Local artist Rita Sholer donated limited editions of her giclee watercolor "Angel Gabriel".

An original mirrored ironwork piece by Phil Salmon, a giclee watercolor print "Mother and Child" and two mugs from Barbara Winter of Earth 'n Wares.

Founding member of The Melonhead Foundation's Board of Trustees, Gretchen McDowell, volunteers as the event cashier.

Beth LaCour greets guests upon their arrival and directs them to the evening's festivities.

Jan Zapata, a longtime friend of the Leone family, and niece Hannah Purden from Casa Grande at left receive programs from Jan's daughter, Sundina, our newest Melonhead volunteer.

Trustee, JoAnne Watkins assists Gretchen McDowell with her cashier duties.

Event sponsor, Evelyn Kodman of AVPS (right) with daughters and guest.

Jara Salmon, SRT practitioner provided intuitive readings for guests.

Charlene Cullon performs Tarot readings for guests.

Daryl Rosen of "She Brakes for Rainbows" provided aura photography readings.

Deb Leone is pictured here with Janet Baldus who sold her "Angel Cues"during the evening.

Local artist, Sue Renner showcases her original watercolors.

Robynne Hughes with her youngest son is one of Melonhead's patient families who sold her original Swarovski creations.

Jacob Hughes and his family received assistance from The Melonhead patient aid program in 2000. Healthy now, the family returns their support to Melonhead by attending Melonfest annually.

Rhonda Marinakis' jewelry is showcased here by assistant, Rhea Sommers while Keelin DePas shops.

Switchplates of Geo-Design by Campbell Auer of Casa Grande are showcased here.

Carolyn Addie sells her photo greeting cards and a variety of original creations.

Barbara Winter of Earth 'N Wares showcases and sells her original pottery.

Steve Bruno, one of Melonfest's original artists, sells his scenic photographs.

Aggie Ganz sells her Mia Bella gourmet candles and delectable "Tastefully Simple" treats.

Keelin's Juicy Jewels are showcased here by Mom, Brenda DePas while shopper Kris Kemper peruses the collection.

Christina and Bruce Baldwin of Ascent sold their music with the help of Christina's mother, pictured here.

For each ten dollars purchased, guests received raffle tickets for a chance to win local artists' donations.

During the cocktail hour, guests were treated to hand-passed hors d'oeuvres, a specialty of our gracious hosts from Oakwood.

Adam Abraham, author of "I am my body, NOT!" and wife Della Hale speak with guest Sonja Bendt as she visits their table.

Vocalist Denny Zettler and her accopanist entertain during the cocktail hour.

Guests receive insights from Melonfest intuitive readers.

William Foster has his aura photography completed by Daryl Rosen of "She Brakes for Rainbows".

Melonfest patient Bridgette and parents attend Melonfest.

Courtney Rich joins Bridget and her family. Courtney's family has benefited from The Melonhead Foundation and now she serves as a Trustee.

Guests were treated to a scrumptious buffet which included a carving station featuring Oakwood's head chef.

Oakwood chefs pause for a snapshot.

Miss Melonhead crown and roses await the winner of the evening's pageantry.

Miss Honeydew performs in the introductory number.

All five pageant contestants perform their introductory number.

Miss Honeydew showcases her amateur magician act.

Ventroliquist Miss Watermelon vies for audience approval during the talent portion of the pageant.

Miss Casaba Melon performs her water glass medley.

Multi-talented Miss Canteloupe sings while rollerblading around the room.

Co-chairs Deb Leone and Joy Beard recognize event sponsor, Evelyn Kodman of AVPS during performance breaks.

Co-chairs Deb Leone and Joy Beard recognize event sponsor, Lisa Liddy of The Printed Page.

The envy of every woman in the room, Miss Canary Melon, in the evening gown portion of the competition.

Miss Canteloupe in her evening gown during the competition.

Miss Casaba Melon competes in the evening gown segment of the pageant.

Miss Honeydew in her evening gown.

Pretty in pink, Miss Watermelon dazzles the crowd in her evening gown.

The ladies await the judges' decision on the pageant winner.

Miss Watermelon reacts at winning the first Miss Melonhead pageant.

Deb Leone crowns Miss Watermelon as the first Miss Melonhead.

Miss Watermelon makes a clean sweep, winning the pageant as well as the evening's talent portion.