On Saturday, November 12, the Greenwich Historical Society whisked two hundred elegantly attired guests back in time to the Gilded Age Ball. The Loading Dock was transformed into a turn-of-the-century conservatory complete with potted palms, opulent chandeliers, candelabras and sumptuous flower arrangements. Guests enjoyed a fascinating film on the Gilded Age produced by board member Regina Pitaro Gabelli and Amy Mooney that explored the historic threads that led to Greenwich’s turn-of-the-century transformation to a Gilded Age enclave for titans of industry and philanthropy. And philanthropy was a major theme of the evening as Terry Betteridge led a lively auction. Proceeds from the event will support the Greenwich Historical Society’s preservation and education initiatives and help to maintain Bush-Holley Historic Site. Kudos to co-chairs Suzanne Frank, M.E. Kjaernested, Alease Fisher Tallman and Lynne Wheat, who earned highest marks possible for creating a stellar event.