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VOL. 23 NO.12 www.seabreezepublications.com DECEMBER 2021

Glitter And Glam Gala A Roaring Success!

The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast hosted its second Glitter and Glam Gala,
a jungle safari themed event, at the exclusive Harbour Ridge Yacht and Country Club
Saturday night and it was a roaring success. Guests were greeted by a live tiger, zebra and
giraffe, not real live animals but performers Pete, Samantha and Colleen were outfitted
and painted from head to toe to entertain and take photos with guests upon arrival. As
the guests continued their entrance they were able to walk through a jungle themed lush
rain forest full of plants and trees delivered by Leighton Farms.
This year the event had some unexpected surprise guests! Ashleigh Walters with WPTV
Channel 5 News, master of ceremonies, introduced special guest Stephen Lapore, aka Mr.
Hollywood, who captured the audience with his personal journey after being diagnosed
with autism at the age of 2. Doctors predicted Stephen would never speak but today he is
an inspiring businessman and entrepreneur. All guests went home with unique handmade
animal-shaped soaps, made by Stephen, a true soap star!
The Glitter Glam Squad, led by Colleen Holmes and Kathy Carmody, is thrilled to
announce that the event raised over $125,000. “The museum is truly overwhelmed by
the level of support we received this evening. We are very excited to announce that all
of the proceeds from the silent and live auction will bring new exhibits to the museum
starting with a race car simulator opening this fall and a new fire station opening in
winter, 2022,” says Tammy Calabria, executive director. The Children’s Museum would
like to give a huge round of applause to our jungle superstar supporters Marsha and Mike Front: Colleen Joyce, Samantha Stewart, Pete Morello; Back: Bobby Laurine, Kelly Laurine,
Cetta; McCarthy, Summers, Wood, Norman, Melby & Schultz, PA; Ellie Termine; Evie Carol Reid Cuozzo, Don Cuozzo
and Steve Klaassen with Colorado Pawn & Jewelry; Tracy Armstrong and Chris Clifford;
C2 Equipment Rental; Carole and Pete Kozloski; Dr. Richard and Janice Berger; Glitter And Glam Gala on page 4
Whiskers For Whiskey Raises Money For Shelter Animals

Dozens of Humane Society of the Treasure Coast supporters gathered for the second “Following last year’s inaugural success, it soon became evident that this unique fundraiser
annual Whiskers for Whiskey tasting at The Chef’s Table in Stuart. They came together for would become the shelter’s newest signature event, and its return was met with great anticipation
an evening of savory plates and distinctive spirits, all for a worthy cause. The event raised this fall,” said Courtney Zanetti, the humane society’s community outreach director.
more than $4,700 for the shelter pets, and one special guest won dinner for two at The Chef’s
Table with a bottle of Michter’s whiskey. Whiskers For Whiskey on page 4

Leslie Haviland and Mac Stout Cliff and Gail Grant Vanessa and Tad Jenkins Rich Kennedy, Tim McCreary and Alexandra Ardila

Mary’s Home To Present 11th Annual Fashion Show And Luncheon

By Jackie Holfelder As always, the highlight of the fashion show and luncheon is special host, Kelley Dunn,
It’s time for the “Ladies Who Lunch” to rejoice! from WPTV News Channel 5 in what is sure to be a bittersweet event for everyone. This
Mary’s Home is delighted to share the news that its 11th Annual Fashion Show and will be Kelley’s last year hosting the luncheon before her retirement from her longtime news
Luncheon will take place at Willoughby Golf Club on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022 from 10:30 anchor job.
a.m. to 2 p.m. Alean Timm, interim executive director of Mary’s Home, is glad the nonprofit will be
One of a kind boutique vendors will offer fabulous shopping opportunities and the hosting the popular event once
popular silent auction and ticket raffle items for which the Mary’s Home Luncheon is again. “We’re thrilled to be able
noted will be available. to hold the luncheon and excited
Local fashion icon Lynda Hartley-Urban has coordinated an outstanding fashion show to see everyone again,” she says.
with the latest offerings from downtown Stuart and Harbour Bay Plaza shops such as Tickets are $125 per person
Must Boutique, Tootsie’s, Snappy Turtle, Evelyn & Arthur, Cooper’s Treasure Chest, J. and can be purchased online at
McLaughlin, Kemp’s, So Unique Boutique and Golf Gear. www.maryshome.org.
The goal of Mary’s Home is
to provide pregnant, homeless
women with support and
guidance so they can become
self-sufficient and make good
choices for themselves and their
children. They are working to Kelley Dunn of WPTV News Channel 5, Jan Lindsay,
break the cycle of poverty for founder of Mary’s Home and Gina Thompson, board chair
mothers and their babies and of Mary’s Home at a previous fashion show and luncheon
Save Lives, Two at a Time. Photo provided by Mary’s Home