Bridgehampton - Miracle House announces its 19th annual Memorial Day summer kick-off gala, to be held on Saturday, May 23 at Bridgehampton Tennis Surf Club at 231 Mid Ocean Drive, in Bridgehampton.

The evening will be hosted by Bethenny Frankel, of Bravo's number-one series, "The Real Housewives of New York City" and will culminate in a performance by the original "Dreamgirl," Jennifer Holliday, including her Grammy-winning showstopper, "And I'm Telling You I'm Not Going."

The event will begin with a cocktail party from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., followed by dinner and live auction at 8 p.m., and is expected to draw record attendance for this celebrated event.

"There is no better way to start the summer than with a fabulous party, a spectacular ocean view, and a cause that touches the heart of so many people," says Amy Chanos, founding Board member. This year we are celebrating the life of the late Nan Sweetser, a founder of Miracle House.

'Dreamgirl' Jennifer Holliday scheduled to perform.

For ticket and sponsorship information, contact Bennett Leak, Manager of Development and Special Events at 212-989-7790, ext. 12, or visit www.miraclehouse.org.

About Miracle House
Miracle House provides temporary housing, meals, and advocacy to caregivers and patients coming to New York City for critical medical treatment. Founded in 1990 by a small group of friends responding to the AIDS crisis, Miracle House now supports over 1,000 people annually coming to New York City for critical medical treatment. Through the years, the organization has their outreach programs to include cancer, neurological disorders, coronary disease, reconstructive surgery, clinical trials and special consultations in addition to HIV/AIDS clients.