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Paws4you Howl-O-Ween on October 19 at Palmetto Bay Park was not only a new location but was a first ever nighttime event. Look for photos on this event next week.
In other news, Coral Gables Woman’s Club’s October 22nd Gringo Bingo enjoyed a new location at Grand Living (formerly Watermark at 363 Granello) where this fundraiser was like none other with a few guests dressed for Halloween. Some surprise performances also added to the night of fun and games. Sue Padalino’s talented daughter, Lucy Lopez, sang “Fly Me to the Moon” during a short break while throughout the evening Athena Atkinson’s little girls’ entertained the crowd with some dance moves that were equally entertaining.
Not only did Grand Living provide an upgraded menu and lots of wine, they also provided a beautiful venue where the club will return for the November 19 Gringo Bingo. Kudos to Lynn Bauer and Dr. Hal Wanless and Jerry Kavulich for their ongoing sponsorships and to Grand Living’s Rene and CGWC board member Rita Tennyson for making the affair special.
Tickets for the next event include food, one drink, 13 game cards, music by DJ Germain, and lots of fun with emcee Steven Bradley, the Gringo. For reservations or more information, email gloria@cnews.net. The event will move again on December 10, 2024, to the newly renovated Birdie Bistro (the old Burger Bob’s on the Granda Golf course). Proceeds will benefit CGWC many outreach efforts.
In other fall activity, members of the Rotary Club of Coral Gables’ outreach and fundraising efforts are filling the calendar. From monthly bingo events for the veterans at the VA Hospital and serving the homeless on Thanksgiving Day to weekly Thursday lunches with high profile guest speakers, this club offers ongoing opportunities to serve our community.
For the upcoming Veterans Day, the club has a fundraiser on November 5, 5 – 9 p.m., at the Coral Gables Cinema. The affair will feature the movie. “Searching for HOME: Coming Back from War.” Before the viewing, event coordinator RCCG’s Secretary and Past President Sally Baumgartner, notes that guests will enjoy a reception with music, concession treats, and an open bar. Tickets are$100 per person and will benefit the club’s foundation that supports numerous non-profit programs.
In addition, on Friday November 22, the club will hold another fundraiser at Steinway Piano Gallery (4104 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables). The affair will feature a concert by internationally acclaimed pianist touring from Italy, Francesco Attesti, who has been a Rotarian since 2001. Tickets at $100 per person include a reception with an open bar and hors d’oeuvres at 6 p.m. followed by the concert at 7:30 p.m. that you will not want to miss. Proceeds will benefit RCCG’s international projects. Coordinating the affair in the absence of International Committee Chair Carol Brock, is RCCG Past President Yolanda Woodbridge.
For tickets or more information on RCCG’s Veterans Day fundraiser or the Francesco Attesti concert, email rotarycoralgables@gmail.com.
By the way, Give Miami Day is coming up November 21. Be sure to support your favorite charities by making donations that day.
Coral Gables Community Foundation Gala on October 18, with a New York theme was another sell out at the Loew bringing in record donations for its numerous programs and initiatives. Look for coverage on this affair in our next issue. That same weekend, on October 19, yet another fabulous gala was held for A Safe Haven for Newborns at the Intercontinental Miami. This was a special year that was a reunion of the first baby saved, Gloria Hope, and the firefighters who received her. Gloria, who attended with her adoptive parents Michael and Lori Lewis, is currently attending college and took the stage to sing the Star Spangled Banner. Laura Pastrana was there again doing a beautiful job as emcee for the evening. During the event, CEO and founder Nick Silverio announced the number of babies they have saved from possible abandonment is up to 412. Look for more coverage on this affair soon and for the organization’s plans for a new office building as the organization outreach expands into other states and beyond our borders.
Finally, there are several dates to save for December including The Villager Home Tour on Saturday, December 7, 2024. The Villagers President, Kelly Shild will be my guest on Gloria’s Gab LIVE 10 a.m., on Tuesday, November 19. Also, a date to put on your calendar is December 15, 2024, for the 76th Junior Orange Bowl Holiday Parade. Tickets for the grandstands are already on sale at the Jr. Orange Bowl’s Eventbrite page. Jr. Orange Bowl President Michael Green will also be a guest on Glori’s Gab LIVE show on Tuesday, November 12. Learn more about the parade and other festival events during that interview.
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