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It has been an active end of year for everyone with a late Thanksgiving that seemed to layer events one on top of the other with wonderful community activities.
Accompanying photos may tell the story better than anything else covering The Villagers Historic Home Tour on Dec. 7, Coral Gables Woman’s Club’s Gringo Bingo on Dec. 10, Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bells Run on Dec. 15, and the Junior Orange Bowl Parade and Merrick House Holiday event, Dec. 15.
The Villagers Home Tour took everyone from St. Sophia’s by bus to historic homes and places in the Shenandoah area; CGWC’s Gringo Bingo shifted to Birdie Bistro for a packed house, and the Jingle Bells Run was a great success making over $52,000 with lots of fun costumes, laughter and Santa to boot.
The Merrick House was decorated for the a season by the Coral Gables Garden Club and which had a wonderful party on the lawn with music, crafts and vendors, followed by the Junior Orange Bowl’s fabulous parade that offered a VIP reception for grandstand ticket holders featuring a band from Nashville as well as lots of photo ops and great food by R Catering.
Finally, it is time to mark your calendar for Voices For Children’s 2025 Be a Voice Gala at the Mandarin Oriental, Miami, on Jan. 18. This year’s event, themed “Fostering Hope,” will celebrate the group’s 40th anniversary and acknowledge the impact they have made on the lives of children and youth in foster care.
The black-tie event includes silent and live auctions, featuring a curated selection of art from local creators, services, gift cards to South Florida’s finest restaurants, travel opportunities and luxurious items for sale. Voices For Children CEO Kadie Black advises that tickets for this “over the top” affair are almost sold out. For information, visit www.beavoice.org.
Until next time, have a safe, productive 2025 and make it a year to share your time and talents, to count your blessings, and make a difference.
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