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Hibiscus Children’s Center

Celebrates Children At

The 30th Annual Jo Covelli
Luncheon

Over 170 guests enjoyed a fabulous afternoon at the
Hibiscus Children’s Center 30th Annual Jo Covelli
Luncheon. This lovely affair is held annually at the
prestigious Sailfish Point Country Club. Guests were
greeted by mimosas as they perused the silent auction
items including original artwork by local artists and raffle
baskets. Vendors displayed beautiful clothing, jewelry and
more. A highlight of the event was artwork created by Lois Seaman and Marilyn Hessler pictured with Liza Minelli Cochairs Terri Cole and Alicia Weber with Hibiscus CEO
Hibiscus children. Art affords a creative and therapeutic and John Travolta Matt Markley
outlet for expression and children love the opportunity to
use their imaginations! The younger children expressed The afternoon provided a delicious gourmet luncheon Hibiscus’ mission and helps to provide safe haven, mental
themselves through use of color and some children created and creative hat contest with many of our ladies adorning health counseling, education and literacy services, and
flags to represent their heritage and beautiful rainbows. fabulous themed hats! The special musical performance more for children in our care.
Our theme was the Pearl, the symbol of wisdom by Daryl Magill was enjoyed by all and some were up For more information about Hibiscus and our special
gained through experience and the 30th Anniversary on their feet dancing. Lisa E. performed sign language events, please contact Lori Swift, director of outreach
gemstone. This special anniversary luncheon honored our for the beautiful songs. events, at lswift@hcc4kids.org, (772) 634-1312 or visit
Grand Benefactor, Jo Covelli and the Albert M. Covelli Special thanks to cochairs Alicia Weber and Terri Cole us at HibiscusChildrensCenter.org.
Foundation, who continue to be beacons of light and love and the entire committee for their hard work in planning
for children in our community. this memorable event. The luncheon directly supports Photos by MaryAnn Ketcham

Dolores Lashkevich, Marion Vitale and Karen Vincenzini, Deb Kessler and Ellen
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