VOL. 26 NO. 1
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JANUARY 2025
Roses And Rose’ Luncheon: A Stunning Success! By Jackie Holfelder Not only was Catch the Wave of Hope’s (CTWH) Roses & Rose’ Paris Luncheon a smashing success, it was a dazzingly beautiful event from start to finish! On October 24, Hudson’s on the River (the Presenting Sponsor) was overflowing with pink posies, fabulous fascinators, and some of the Treasure Coast’s most vibrant women. They were on hand – all 170-plus of them – to lend their support to Catch the Wave of Hope in its mission to prevent the sexual exploitation and trafficking of children through awareness and education, while providing restoration to survivors. Although the mood was joyful, the seriousness of the cause was never far from attendees’ minds as they bid on such luxury items as a Louis Vuitton purse, med spa packages, an overthe-top Stuart “staycation package,” and a glamorous tea party for 12, to name just a few. A popular fundraising item was “Survivor Story Roses.” One hundred of these beautiful blooms, each connected to the name of a survivor of human trafficking or exploitation, were sold for $10 each. Roses And Rose’ Luncheon on page 3
Silvia Venezia, Roshini Lakram, Nicole Perotti, Jennifer Robson, and Krystal Colbert
Humane Society Of The Celebrate The Gift Of Treasure Coast Begins 70th Health At The VIM Gala Anniversary Celebration 2025 ‘Old Havana Nights’ With Its Annual Mutt March The year 2025 marks the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast’s 70th anniversary. There will be a series of events to commemorate this milestone, starting with the 21st annual Mutt March Festival and 5K and 10K races on Saturday, Jan. 18, at Memorial Park, 300 S.E. Ocean Boulevard. The races will begin at 8:30 a.m. and the festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Mark your calendars! Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Clinic announced that its VIM Gala 2025, themed “Old Havana Nights,” will take place on Saturday, January 25 at the prestigious Willoughby Golf Club, starting at 6 p.m. This vibrant event will celebrate the clinic’s legacy of providing free, compassionate health care to uninsured, eligible residents of Martin County since 1995. We are happy to announce Bill and Carolyn Michaud as this year’s Gala chairs. Longtime supporters of the clinic since 2010, the Michauds bring a heartfelt dedication to this event. Guests will enjoy an evening of fun and surprises, fine dining, and live music by Euphoria Band. For over 29 years, Volunteers in Medicine Clinic has made a difference in our community, providing Volunteers in Medicine Clinic more than 9,500 patient visits and delivering over $9.9 Gala Chairs – Pictured: Bill million in medical care last year alone. Every donation and Carolyn Michaud.
The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast’s 21st annual Mutt March will begin with a 5K and 10K race. Humane Society on page 4
Volunteers in Medicine Clinic Gala Committee – Pictured left to right: Mia Cruz, Vickie Dodds, Judi Powell, Jordan Bromberg, Katie Makemson, Mary Fields. Not pictured: Anne Cooling, Linda Evans. VIM Gala on page 8