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Orange Blossom Ball 2014 Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 Harbour Ridge Yacht and Country Club was the setting for United Way of St. Lucie County’s Second Annual Orange Blossom Ball. The theme for this year’s ball was The Camelot Era, with a menu and décor reminiscent of the elegance from the early 1960s. The event included a very successful silent auction of donated items, which raised funds for United Way of St. Lucie County.Read more about Orange Blossom Ball 2014

women in philanthropy summit Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 Women in Philanthropy of Martin Health Foundation held its fifth Annual Women’s Health Summit at Willoughby Golf Club featuring nationally renowned psychologist and author Dr. Lynn Johnson, Ph.D. Nearly 120 women were in attendance at this free event, which focused on Johnson’s research and book Enjoy Life: Healing with Happiness.Read more about women in philanthropy summit

Hobe Sound Community CHEST Leadership Reception Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 The Hobe Sound Community Chest Annual Leadership Reception, held at the Jupiter Island Club Beach Club, connected major contributors to representatives of the non-profit agencies that the organization supports. The board of directors honored the donors who helped raise funds for the 2013 campaign, making it the best fundraiser in 65 years!Read more about Hobe Sound Community CHEST Leadership Reception

HIBISCUS CHILDREN’S CENTER LUNCHEON Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 More than 300 guests enjoyed a wonderful afternoon at the 23rd Annual Jo Covelli Luncheon and Fashion Show to benefit Hibiscus Children’s Center. The event was held at the prestigious Sailfish Point Country Club and fashion was provided by Saks Fifth Avenue Palm Beach Gardens.Read more about HIBISCUS CHILDREN’S CENTER LUNCHEON

Mary’s shelter dinner Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 Mary’s Shelter of the Treasure Coast dazzled guests at its Second Annual Sailfish Banquet. The crowd of 130 guests filled the Sailfish Point Country Club for an evening of fine dining, a live auction and live musical entertainment. Nearly $85,000 was raised.Read more about Mary’s shelter dinner

Teacher of the year awards Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 Three teachers out of 22 nominees received special recognition at the Education Foundation of Martin County’s Teacher of the Year Awards Celebration, sponsored by Publix. A winning teacher from the elementary, middle and high school levels was recognized before the unveiling of the 2014 Martin County Teacher of the Year.Read more about Teacher of the year awards

BookMania! Preview Sponsor Reception Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 The 20th edition of BookMania! kicked off with a preview sponsor reception at the Elliott Museum. Sponsors had the opportunity to meet and talk with the 14 authors who appeared at the annual book festival. BookMania! is a daylong event that features nationally prominent writers plus new and local authors who participate in panel discussions, book signings and talks.Read more about BookMania! Preview Sponsor Reception

Highwaymen Artists reception Edit Delete Unpublish 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

2014 Environmental Stewardship Fundraiser and Community Recognition Event Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 Keep Martin Beautiful hosted its annual fundraiser and community recognition event at Piper’s Landing Yacht and Country Club in Palm City. Nearly 200 people filled the room to celebrate individuals and organizations who, through a variety of projects, are working to enhance the quality of life in Martin County.Read more about 2014 Environmental Stewardship Fundraiser and Community Recognition Event

Child’s cry for help luncheon Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 Supporters of Child’s Cry for Help attended “The Social Butterfly” Luncheon and Fashion Show at Harbour Bay Plaza in Sewall’s Point. Guests enjoyed lunch by Renato’s, fashions presented by the Shoppes of Harbour Bay Plaza, and a special presentation of original, hand-painted designs from the denim collection of Nfr Ra brand. The event raised more than $3,000 for Child’s Cry for Help.Read more about Child’s cry for help luncheon

M.E.’s Team annual Guys Dinner Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 Former Major League Baseball pitcher Jim Kaat hit a home run with his talk on baseball memories and legends at M.E.’s TEAM Annual Guys Dinner at Stuart Infiniti. Mario Murgado welcomed 80 friends and fans of M.E.’s TEAM, a non-profit founded by Scott and Carrie Procter that is devoted to “changing lives through teamwork.”Read more about M.E.’s Team annual Guys Dinner

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB speakers luncheon Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 Dr. Ben Carson, a professor emeritus of neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins University, was the speaker at the Second Annual Distinguished Speakers Luncheon to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County at Sailfish Point Clubhouse in Stuart. More than 270 attendees heard Dr. Carson speak about a wide range of social and political issues.Read more about BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB speakers luncheon

Paws and Claws Gala Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 More than 240 guests, volunteers and supporters attended the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast’s Paws and Claws “Ali Baba and the Furry Thieves” Gala. The organization’s biggest fundraising event, which was held at the Elliott Museum, raised more than $200,000.Read more about Paws and Claws Gala

Hibiscus Children’s Center Benefit Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 A sold-out audience celebrated the close of StarStruck Academy and Theatre’s successful run of the Tony Award-winning musical “Cabaret” in support of Hibiscus Children’s Center. Guests celebrated with the cast while enjoying a post-performance, a strolling dinner and dancing with DJ “Tony Solo.”Read more about Hibiscus Children’s Center Benefit

charity polo event of the season Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 A beautiful morning at The Port Mayaca Polo Club found crowds of people gathering for the Second Annual Polo Charity Event to benefit Molly’s House. More than 100 polo enthusiasts enjoyed libations and a wonderful buffet. Polo players presented an awesome display of horsemanship and competition.Read more about charity polo event of the season

Alzheimer’s Community Care Luncheon Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 The 12th Annual Treasure Coast Luncheon at Mariner Sands Country Club featured Dr. Po-Heng Tsai from the Cleveland Clinic. Guests were treated to a fashion show with the Alzheimer’s Community Care caregivers as the models. All proceeds from the silent auction and ticket sales, which raised more than $15,000, will stay local and go directly to care and services.Read more about Alzheimer’s Community Care Luncheon

Seacoast luncheon with Captain richard Phillips Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-04-28 05:29 More than 200 Seacoast clients attended a luncheon at Mariner Sands Country Club featuring Captain Richard Phillips, who recounted his compelling high-seas story, featured in the Oscar-nominated film starring Tom Hanks.Read more about Seacoast luncheon with Captain richard Phillips

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY ‘MR. STUDFINDER’ Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Tue, 2014-04-01 09:13 More than 150 people came out to Willoughby Golf Club to bid on the Treasure Coast’s most charitable businessmen and professionals, who donated their time and talents to benefit the Habitat for Humanity Women Build program. Proceeds will help build a home for the McIntyre family in the Carter Park community of Indiantown.Read more about HABITAT FOR HUMANITY ‘MR. STUDFINDER’

Arts council of martin county ‘marties’ Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Tue, 2014-04-01 09:13 Two hundred guests gathered at the eighth annual mARTies Awards celebrating professional and student achievement in the visual and performing arts. Held at St. Mary’s Pittenger Center near downtown Stuart, the Starry Night theme, with a nod to Vincent van Gogh, was the backdrop to a perfect evening.Read more about Arts council of martin county ‘marties’

Children’s Museum High Tea Benefit Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Tue, 2014-04-01 09:13 Benefactors enjoyed tea, sandwiches, scones, Champagne and live music provided by a string trio at The Mansion at Tuckahoe. The inaugural event raised $22,000 through ticket sales, donation cards, a raffle and a silent auction, which will benefit the museum’s educational outreach programs.Read more about Children’s Museum High Tea Benefit