Tara the Superhero

Tara's Story

April 2010 changed Tara Simantel Parla’s life forever.

Tara, as many others, spent a good deal of time in the sun, but she always kept up with her dermatology appointments as her mother was diagnosed with melanoma 15 years earlier. During a regular checkup, the doctor removed a few moles for biopsy and then called her the very next day after her appointment, to tell her she had Stage 3 malignant melanoma.

Read her full story.

Event Details

Join us at SoPo Lounge on Saturday, June 23, 2012 from 7 to 11 p.m. and help raise funds for Tara and her family.

Purchase your ticket below by selecting your ticket choice and click the "Pay Now" button to be redirected to PayPal. Cost of the ticket includes top shelf liquor, buffet, and a $52 or $27 donation to Tara and her family.

And don’t forget to support our superhero Tara by wearing your favorite superhero t-shirt, mask or cape!

If you are unable to make the event, but would still like to make a donation to Tara, click the "Donate" button below.

SoPo Lounge

3418 North Southport Avenue

Chicago, IL 60657

(773) 880-0100

Silent Auction Items Include

- Chicago Bears pre-season game
- 2012 Chicago CUBS tickets
- 2012 Chicago SOX tickets
- Swerve Salon gift certificate for facial and brow wax
- Local Chicago bar & restaurant gift certificates
- Signed Chicago Bears football
- Local Chicago hotel stays
- Tiffany earrings and necklace