‘Cocktails And Curators’
‘Cocktails And Curators’
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Submitted by epradeep on Wed, 2016-03-30 04:56
More than 30 guests joined John Giltinan at the Elliott Museum as he presented a lecture about the automobile manufacturers of the Connecticut Western Reserve. The discussion covered some of the unique circumstances that led the area's industrial might. Giltinan also gave a tour of the museum's fine automobiles.Read more about ‘Cocktails And Curators’
Hot Shots: St. Lucie County Empty Bowls Project
Back in March, the Downtown Fort Pierce Farmer's Market set the scene for the fifteenth annual Empty Bowls Project
Martin Health Foundation’s Corporate Partners Recognition Reception
The inaugural affair honored generous corporate sponsors who have significantly helped the health system over the past year. Held at Martin Memorial Hospital, the reception drew 75 attendees who enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while learning about the emergency department renovation update and the new affiliation between Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute and Frances Langford Heart Center at Martin Health System.
CFF’s Kitten Shower Exceeds Expectations
Over 250 guests attended Caring Fields Felines’ Kitten Shower, each with a present for the kittens and cats at the organization’s sanctuary.
As some perused the auction, others took guided tours of the cage-free property, and still others spent time with the kittens and cats in the cattery. Twelve kittens and an adult Siamese-mix were adopted during the course of the afternoon.
There was a generous gift of $5,000 will go a long way toward helping the organization in its mission to reduce the overpopulation of unwanted felines through adoption and spay/neuter. In all, 1,527 cans of cat food, 519 pounds of dry food, 325 pounds of litter, and thousands of dollars in monetary donations and gift cards was raised!
Designer Home Preview Party
Marc-Michaels Interior Design hosted a spec-house preview party on the ocean at Marc Thee's first designer branded residence. Hors d'oeuvres and cocktails kept the momentum going while guests browsed the luxury designer home.
Impact 100 Grant awards
Impact 100 Martin's 151 members voted to select the Education Foundation of Martin County as its $100,000 Impact Grant recipient at the collective giving organization's second annual Grant Awards Celebration at Piper's Landing Yacht & Country Club.
Court Room Sessions Exhibition Opening
Striving to break the norm of familiar arts and music within the community, Court Room Sessions provides a counterculture experience for those who attend. Part contemporary art exhibition and part music showcase, the opening night featured an array of art from both local and regional artists as well as performances by notable alternative musical acts.
100 Years of Cars at The Pine School
The Pine School in Hobe Sound kicked off the new year with its 14th Annual 100 Years of Cars Car Show, held at the sprawling 174-acre campus on January 16, 2021.
Hot Shots: Out Laugh Hunger
Back in September, supporters of the Treasure Coast Food Bank gathered at the IRSC Bailey Auditorium in Fort Pierce for Out Laugh Hunger
Highwaymen Artists reception
Highwaymen Artists reception
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Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29
In recognition of East Stuart’s Martin Luther King, Jr. festivities, the law office of Laws Scott & Gillespie hosted a reception featuring the famed Highwaymen artists. Fifty guests attended the event, including Stuart Mayor Troy McDonald who presented Jean Laws Scott with a copy of the City of Stuart proclamation recognizing Jan. 14 to 20 as the official celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. festivities.Read more about Highwaymen Artists reception
The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast Purse Party
The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast hosted its 10th annual purse party at Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club. Designer handbags, shoes, fun accessories and jewelry surrounded guests who enjoyed a tasty signature “flocktail” cocktail. Proceeds from the event support community educational outreach for students, classrooms and camp scholarships.
Hot Shots: Martin County Open Studio Tour Preview
Back in February, the Elliott Museum hosted guests and local artists for the Martin County Open Studio Tour Preview
Local Organizations Benefit From Mariner Sands’ Charity Week
Charity Week is a weeklong tradition that takes place annually with the goal of giving back to Martin County non-profit organizations. Events of the week varied, culminating with the “Stars with Hearts” Gala. This year, more than $340,000 was raised to give back to selected focus charities. Support from Mariner Sands Charity Week helps us continue our mission, providing a lifelong, positive impact to those within and related to our program and thus the community at large.
Volunteers in Medicine Clinic ‘paradise’ Fundraiser
Volunteers in Medicine Clinic ‘paradise’ Fundraiser
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Submitted by admin on Tue, 2014-04-01 09:13
The 14th annual gala to benefit the Volunteers in Medicine Clinic raised nearly $550,000 for the non-profit health care facility. About 220 people attended the black-tie event at Mariner Sands Country Club. The evening featured live music and a silent auction. Photos by Thomas Winter.Read more about Volunteers in Medicine Clinic ‘paradise’ Fundraiser
Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County Opening Day
In an innovative partnership between the Martin County School District and Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County, 44 AmeriCorps members have committed to giving a year's service to Martin County elementary and middle schools. The program was introduced at Flagler Place to a gathering of elected officials, community champions and other local leaders.
Paws and Claws Gala
Supporters of the organization helped raise more than $265,000 during this year's Paws and Claws Gala themed “Salty Dogs and Cat-A-Marans” at Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa. Guests dressed in coastal cocktail attire to go along with the theme, participated in silent and live auctions and danced to the sounds of NuVibe Entertainment.
Empty Bowls Project
This annual project honors the late ceramic artist Lundin Kudo. Nearly 400 people attended the event at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. For a small donation, people chose a locally designed, one-of-a-kind hand-crafted bowl to hold one of the many delicious homemade soups, all of which were donated by local restaurants. There was also a ‘souper bowls’ silent auction. Nearly $10,000 was raised with proceeds going to Mary’s Soup Kitchen and the Treasure Coast Food Bank.
Elliott Museum Movie Premiere
“Jane Davis Doggett: Wayfinder in the Jet Age,” a film produced by Pat Williams, premiered at the Elliott Museum for a packed crowd. Appetizers and cocktails were served while Doggett spoke about her life experiences.
Harbour Ridge Iron Chef Competition
Nearly 80 onlookers watched three chefs battle it out at the first annual event held at Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club. The key ingredient—strawberries, which chefs incorporated into each one of their dishes, were all taste-tested by the judges. A portion of the proceeds went to the Harbour Ridge Family Foundation.
Treasure Coast Wildlife Center’s “Ghoula”
A fictional ghoula coven of witches hosted the annual “Ghoula” fundraising event that took place in a spooky plantation house on the outskirts of Indiantown. Guests dressed up in costume for an intimate evening of fun to raise proceeds meant to aid the Treasure Coast Wildlife Center’s mission in helping sick, injured and orphaned wildlife in the Treasure Coast.