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Nearly 500 people stopped by the home of the rescued horses at the Equine Rescue and Adoption Foundation, who teamed up with the Palm City Farms Trail Association to host an open house and fundraiser for both organizations. Guests enjoyed a barbecue, auctions, a variety of demonstrations in the arena and performances from local entertainment.

Holiday shoppers visited the Palm Cove Clubhouse to stock up on beautiful items like home decor, jewelry, artwork and a variety of other items while sipping wine and enjoying some tasty treats. More than 25 beautiful baskets filled with food, wine and gift cards were raffled, raising nearly $10,000 to support the "4 Cs"—Caring Children, Clothing Children.

‘Great Chef Adventure’ Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by epradeep on Wed, 2016-03-30 04:56 “Believe!” was the theme of Samaritan Center's annual fundraiser at Mariner Sands. Nearly 200 guests supported the program's boys and families and their bright futures. Guests were treated to a luncheon prepared by the area's most skilled chefs. A moving and inspiring testimonial from a past student and family highlighted the gathering.Read more about ‘Great Chef Adventure’

The 4Cs Cookie Competition Luncheon Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Wed, 2014-02-19 08:52 Talented chefs from ten country clubs competed for top baking honors at the third Holiday Cookie Competition and Luncheon benefiting The 4Cs – Caring Children/Clothing Children. A panel of local “celebrity” judges chose the winner based on different categories. Mariner Sands Country Club was the setting for the luncheon, which raised close to $15,000 for the 4Cs.Read more about The 4Cs Cookie Competition Luncheon

Hundreds of local leaders and high-profile attendees celebrated the grand opening of Engel & Völkers Stuart. With Special Olympics Martin County as its charity of choice, Engel & Völkers Stuart gave Special Olympian John Merritt, a gold medalist in surfing, the honor of cutting the grand opening ribbon.

59Th International Red Cross Ball Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by epradeep on Wed, 2016-03-30 05:12 The lavish ball delivered elegance and a feeling of nostalgia to more than 500 supporters of the American Red Cross. Held at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, the evening honored the history of American Red Cross nursing with a M*A*S*H-inspired theme. Guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d'oeuvres poolside with dinner following in the grand ballroom.Read more about 59Th International Red Cross Ball

Local dignitaries attended the groundbreaking on the banks of the St. Lucie River for Seminole Bluff, Florida's limited-edition, luxury waterfront residences, which are officially underway in construction.

2014 Frances Langford Humanitarian Awards Luncheon Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Tue, 2014-04-01 09:13 The United Way of Martin County Foundation recently honored Prestley and Helen Blake at Sailfish Point Country Club in Stuart. This prestigious award recognizes community leaders who, like Frances Langford, demonstrate a caring commitment and compassion for humanity in their lives and deeds. The Blakes were unanimously selected by the United Way Foundation board of directors for their personal service and philanthropy.Read more about 2014 Frances Langford Humanitarian Awards Luncheon

Economic Council of Martin County Benefit Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Thu, 2015-01-29 10:49 More than 75 guests attended “Cowhide and Cardboard,” a baseball-themed event held at the Elliott Museum, which raised more than $2,300 for M.E.’s Team Foundation. Major League Baseball players were on site, including Jim Kaat, who led a Q&A session. The event was also an opportunity for the Economic Council to reintroduce itself as an organization of business leaders in Martin County with a broad community focus. Photos by Paul Careccia.Read more about Economic Council of Martin County Benefit

Two hundred guests attended the tournament kickoff dinner party with legendary golfers and other celebrity athletes at The Club at Admirals Cove. Attendees bid on silent auction items as they sipped cocktails and mingled among the “stars” to raise more than $50,000 in funds for children affected by cancer and other life-altering or life-threatening illnesses.

CATTLEBARON VIP PARTY Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Tue, 2015-03-31 23:49 Friends and supporters enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at the home of Jack and Ceejay Heckenberg in Stuart to gear up for the annual Cattlebarons Ball. The affair will be held at the South Florida Shooting Club in Palm City.Read more about CATTLEBARON VIP PARTY

In the intimate setting of Jack and Ceejay Heckenberg’s Sewall’s Point estate, 70 VIPs listened to violinist Kelly Hall-Tompkins from the Tony-nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof in celebration of the co-presenters and sponsors of the StarStruck Theatre Fundraising Gala 2017. Hall-Tompkins was joined by her three-piece musical ensemble comprised of her Fiddler colleagues.

The Eighth Annual Tykes & Teens “Festival of Trees and Lights” was held at the Flagler Center in Stuart, featuring more than 50 holiday trees and wreaths decorated and donated by local businesses, civic groups and individuals. The week-long festival, which more than doubled last year's proceeds, included a VIP cocktail party and silent auction, a Ladies' Night, and breakfast and photos with Santa.

Equine Rescue and Caring Children Clothing Children joined forces to host the Derby Day celebration “Run for the Roses” at Equine Rescue and Adoption Foundation. The event raised nearly $8,000 to support the free clothing and literacy programs and the horses for each respective organization.

ROMAGOSA DERMATOLOGY BENEFIT Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Fri, 2015-06-26 09:58 Romagosa Dermatology Group hosted its third annual open house to benefit Mary’s Shelter of the Treasure Coast. Attendees enjoyed an evening filled with food and drink, booking discounts, and valuable information regarding all of the services offered by the practice. Guests also participated in a silent auction, which featured fine products, as well as cosmetic and laser hair removal procedures.Read more about ROMAGOSA DERMATOLOGY BENEFIT

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY GOLF TOURNAMENT Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Tue, 2014-10-28 09:43 Golfers who played in the inaugural Habitat Invitational Golf Tournament also helped build homes, communities and hope. The tournament took place at Willoughby Golf Club in Stuart. It was presented by The First Tee Treasure Coast and PGA South Florida Section Foundation. Proceeds benefited Habitat for Humanity of Martin County.Read more about HABITAT FOR HUMANITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

Guests donned their best pirate outfits and pearls for the Molly's House Pirates and Pearls Garden Bash. Those in attendance enjoyed music, live mermaids and pirates, craft cocktails and beers, a silent auction and Caribbean cuisine provided by The Gafford.

“Return to Paradise Casino Night” was a fabulous island adventure held at Mariner Sands Country Club. Guests were greeted by youth steel drum band the Chobee Steelers and enjoyed a gourmet dinner, casino and prizes, plus dancing to live music. All proceeds directly impact and help change the lives of abused children served by Hibiscus Children’s Center.

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.

A Night at the Apollo Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Wed, 2014-02-19 08:52 The evening celebrated an almost-13-year effort to get the nearly 90-year-old two-room former schoolhouse rehabilitated. Highlights of the evening included wine tasting and live auction bidding on nine historic windows that had been transformed into works of art by noted artists. More than $30,000 was raised by the Apollo School Foundation.Read more about A Night at the Apollo