Page 12 - Boca Club News - April '23

Page 12, Boca Club News
Moms, Pups (and Those Who Love Them)

Invited to “Bark & Brunch” Sunday, May 7th

There is no better way to kick off Mother’s Day week on the Fly” for two provided
than bringing your fur babies and friends to The Addison’s by Scott Grody Travel; a two-
elegant, Banyan tree-covered outdoor courtyard in Boca night stay in the iconic Loews
for Tri-County Animal Rescue’s third annual Moms & Miami Beach hotel; a private
Pups “Bark and Brunch” fan and fund raiser, Sunday, May dinner for 10 at the soon-to-
7th, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. open Fiolina Pasta House Boca
While we announced this upcoming event in the March Raton; holiday-themed dining
issue of Boca Club News, our very special love for animals for four guests at The Addison,
and the organizations devoted to their well-being has and a pair of tickets to a choice
prompted us to update this story to help ensure its success. of six performances/events at
Plans for this “pup-ular” event with live music include a The Studio at Mizner Park.
welcome reception with “Bark Bars” serving free-flowing Help Raise the “Bark”
Mimosas and Bloody Marys featuring Tito’s Handmade with Sponsorships
Vodka, a decadent plated brunch, “Mom & Pooch” photo Sponsorships to date include: Champion Pup Mom Honorees: Jeri Caprio and Zoe Lanham
ops and a delicious doggie treat buffet. You can even shop • “Top Dog” Presenting Sponsor:
‘til you drop’ at a Mother’s Day fashion and gift boutique Andrea Kline.
or bid on fabulous prizes in silent and live auctions. High- • Paws-tacular Culinary & Decor
profile Champion Pup Moms who have long advocated Sponsor: The Addison.
for pet rescue and support of TCAR will be honored: Jeri • “Ruff Ruff” Reception Sponsor:
Caprio, host of the annual Horses & Hounds fundraiser James H. and Marta T. Batmasian
that benefits TCAR, and Zoe Lanham, vice president of Family Foundation.
The Addison. • “Pup Stars” Host Sponsor:
Serving up the “pawfect way” to celebrate while giving Sharon (and in memory of Jay)
back, “Bark & Brunch” raises monies to help fund a little DiPietro.
known, yet growing community wellness need in Boca • Commemorative “Moms &
Raton and surrounding communities. Proceeds benefit Pooch” Photo Station: First
TCAR’s “Together Fur-Ever” Medical Fund that subsidizes Horizon Bank; (Flower Wall
free and low-cost full-service veterinary and animal backdrop donated by Jar of Stars
hospital services on-site for dogs and felines of pet parents Events).
who are financially challenged or experiencing economic • “Paws-Passionate” Event
setbacks and employment challenges, and in appreciation Producer: Kaye Communications
of first responders. Originally, the “fan and fund” raiser was PR & Marketing. “Tail-
conceived to raise funds in response to Covid’s economic Wagging” Valet: Vander Ploeg
impact on pet owners and in appreciation for first responders. and Associates
Yet the need for subsidized vet care continues to grow with • Healing/Clinic Kennel
impact of rising inflation and food insecurity. Dedication for One Year
Whether or not you can attend, there is another great ○ Edith Stein
way to help fund the mission by purchasing Chance-to- ○ Lisa Vander Ploeg Co-Chairs: Heather Ronan and Marcia Mithun
Win tickets for the opportunity to win one of five travel • Vodka Sponsor: Tito’s
and lifestyle experiences. Experiences include: “Cruise Handmade Vodka Moms, Pups (and Those Who Love Them) on page 13

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