More than 150 guests joined author Andrea Thome for the launch of her first novel, Walland, at U.S. Cellular Field’s Stadium Club in mid-September. Thome is a former broadcast journalist and longtime wife of retired major league baseball player, Jim Thome. More than $6,000 was raised for Children’s Home + Aid, an organization helping children and families in crisis. Released in September, Walland features an intriguing cast of characters who embark on an adventure of love and personal exploration that takes place in the tranquil setting of Walland, Tennessee. andreathome.net
Jim Thome, Sal Bolaños, Jessica Vacco, Andrea Thome PHOTOGRAPHY BY SONIA MANI JOSEPH PHOTOGRAPHY
Michelle & Pat Goggin, Wendy & Jim Garber
Kara Clarke, Dawn Wood, Jerry Pacione, Shannon Murante
Jennifer Cromheecke, Ruth Fawley
Erin & Jim Doppke
Christine O’Reilly, Melissa Ludington
Chinni Mancilla, Sue Provenzano, Andrea Thome, Nickole Ragsdale
