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VOL. 26 NO. 12 www.seabreezecommunications.com DECEMBER 2021

Singer Spotlight

Fourth Annual Live Like Jake ‘Be The Light’ Gala

Raised Over $100,000 To Prevent Childhood Drowning

Drowning Prevention Advocates Honored During Diamonds And Denim-Themed Night

Live Like Jake, the local foundation created
in the memory of Jake Roarke Morrison, held
its annual “Be the Light” Gala on Oct. 9, in
the stunning setting of Lady Jean Ranch. Over
160 guests and sponsors came together to raise
more than $100,000 that will be used to provide
scholarships for Infant Self Rescue (ISR)
swimming lessons and ISR instructor training
grants, as well as critical funds for families who
have lost a child or have a child with critical
care needs.
Michael Loughran, Mary Mergens-Loughran,
Singer Spotlight on page 4 Emma, Kellie and Nick Linder Jo Locker, Heather Atkins and Sue Eusepi-Green John Loughran

in Your CommunitY CharitY event

FPL’s Manatee Lagoon Reopens Its Doors Furry Friends

With New Offerings In Celebration Of The And

2021/22 Manatee Season Fancy Things

Center Will Be Open Seven Days A Week During Manatee Season On Saturday, Nov. 6 more than 300 people gathered

at the gorgeous Pelican Club for the second annual
As the Sunshine State anticipates the return of its favorite Furry Friends and Fancy Things event presented by
marine mammal to the local waterways, Manatee Lagoon – An Pantelides PR. Guests were treated to fancy things
FPL Eco-Discovery Center reopens the inside of its facility with such as drinks from cotton candy-filled prosecco
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new educational offerings and upgrades on Monday, Nov. 1. glasses and a live Saks Fifth Avenue fashion show.
In attendance were Melissa and Joe Gorga from The
Real Housewives of New Jersey, along with Honorary

“As we kick off manatee season, we’re excited to welcome
visitors back to Manatee Lagoon and share our new offerings and
engaging programming for them to learn all about manatees,” said
Pam Rauch, vice president of
external affairs and economic
development for Florida Power
& Light Company (FPL). “FPL
is committed to environmental Tinsley Mortimer and her dogs Strawberry and
stewardship and helping to Shortcake with Furry Friends and Fancy Things
protect Florida’s wildlife. Now Chairwoman and President and CEO of Pantelides PR
more than ever, educating & Consulting Emily Pantelide
visitors on manatees is key to
Charity Event on page 2
In Your Community on page 5