With a thousand guests gathering at Jungle Island on April 19, for the Women’s Fund Power of the Purse Luncheon, the event was an unqualified success. This year’s affair also offered attendees a chance to meet the organization’s new executive director, Marilyn Fizer March. March most recently served as Sr. Development Director for Easter Seals of South Florida. In addition, Emmy Award winning anchor, CBS 4’s Shannon Hori emceed the program that included testimonials from two grantees, Rebecca Francisque and Eve Hansen, both of whom inspired and brought tears as they told their stories. Before and after the program, ladies took advantage of the opportunity to bid on incredible designer hand bags and lots of other great items donated by generous supporters.
Trombly at recent Gables Rotary Wine and Dine for Charity dinner at CRAVE.
Yet another Jungle Island event, the Firefighters Secretary’s Day Luncheon, was the perfect way for businesses to thank their administrative assistants as well as for organizations to support the community. This annual affair is always crazy fun for the ladies and this year was no exception. Among the many women in the crowd was a large group from the GFWC Coral Gables Woman’s Club who seem to be everywhere and especially appreciate the hard work that goes into producing this “fashion show” of sorts where half naked firefighters strut their stuff and sometimes dance along a really long runway in an effort to get votes to be included in the firefighters calendar for the coming year. There was no shortage of cameras or dollar bills for this event you can be sure.
Luncheon.
The Rotary Club of Coral Gables held the third in a series of four Wine and Dine for Charity events at CRAVE on April 26. Guests enjoyed a magnificent meal with wine pairing after a champagne reception sponsored by Yolanda Woodbridge, YW Associates. The next in this series will be held at the Westin Colonnade in Coral Gables on June 4th. Westin’s Executive Chef Thomas Russo is already working on a great menu that promises yet another successful evening of good food, fine wines and good company. Tickets are $125 per person all inclusive and include a champagne reception followed by a 4 course gourmet dinner with wine pairings. Proceeds will benefit Shake-A-Leg and the charitable programs of the Coral Gables Rotary Foundation. For reservations, call Event Chair Rodney Langer at 786 251- 8459.
Until next time, keep making each day count.
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