VOL. 28 NO. 4
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APRIL 2026
Community Delivers Almost $300,000 For Shelter Animals At Paws And Claws Gala The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast raised more than $290,000 at its annual Paws and Claws Gala, its highest grossing event and most attended since COVID-19. Presented by the Catsman Foundation, 216 guests attended the gala, themed “Kool Cats & Diggin’ Dogs,” which was held at the Willoughby Golf Club in Stuart. Six Misty’s Pals Teams, consisting of a trained pet therapy dog and its owner, greeted guests as they arrived. Volunteers Diane Coakley and Allola McGraw cochaired the gala. Their volunteer committee members were Carol Dippy, Debbie Hansen, Shaun Kelly, Michele McCambridge, Sarah Ralicki, Wendy Talbot, Melony Zaravelis and Kay Ziegler. In addition to specialty cocktails and flavorful fare, event highlights included a silent auction with 129 packages featuring everything from art, jewelry and dining excursions to spa escapes, vacations and unique experiences. Auctioneer Michael Izzolo conducted the live auction and cash shout-out, and The Catsman Foundation offered a $75,000 matching gift.
The Legendary “Diana Ross,” aka Goddess Smith, emceed the event, right in tune with the band, The Essence of Motown, which kept people dancing all night long! Guests also had the opportunity to enter a raffle in hopes of winning one of E v e n t C o c h a i r s A l l o l a three seats on the “American McGraw and Diane Coakley Bandstand” Rate a Record (photo by Doreen Poreba) judges’ panel. Jessica VanValkenburgh, Tamar Quantz and Anita Misantone won this raffle and rated two surprise songs performed by The Essence of Motown. VanValkenburgh won a private dinner cruise for four people on the luxurious Food Yacht in Jupiter and the other two judges won a $50 restaurant gift card.
Misty’s Pals teams - Fred Theye and Kobe, Lauren Aloia and Molly, Bobbie Moran and Keylee, Lexi McIntyre and Bailey (photo by Doreen Poreba) Paws And Claws Gala on page 4
Tee Fore Two Golf Tournament Returns May 29 At Sailfish Point To Benefit SafeSpace And Boys & Girls Clubs Of Martin County One of Martin County’s most anticipated charity tournaments returns May 29 as the Tee Fore Two Robert “Pops” Bauman Memorial Golf Tournament once again comes to Sailfish Point Golf Club on Hutchinson Island. Named in honor of Robert “Pops” Bauman and his lasting legacy of generosity and community impact, the tournament celebrates his commitment to giving back while bringing people Robert “Pops” Bauman
From Left to Right: Mike Demakos, Widget Webert, Jim Webert, Donald Wemlinger, Carol Webb, Carol Wagner, Jessica Malasek, Jan Malasek, Betsy Bergmann, Dean Golko.
together for a meaningful cause. The event will be played on the club’s renowned Jack Nicklaus Signature Course, offering participants a memorable day of golf while raising funds for SafeSpace and Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County. Now in its fourth year, this premier tournament brings together community leaders, generous supporters, and golf enthusiasts for a day of friendly competition, camaraderie, and community impact. “It’s a full day of golf in an incredible setting,” said SafeSpace CEO Jennifer Fox, “but what makes this event truly meaningful is the purpose behind it – raising critical funds that help create safer futures for survivors across the Treasure Coast and greater opportunities for youth in Martin County.” Tee Fore Two on page 4
211 Palm Beach And Treasure Coast Hosts Successful 2026 Spring Celebration: A Casino Royale Evening At The Colony 211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast hosted a dazzling and successful 2026 Spring Celebration: A Casino Royale Evening on Saturday, March 7, at the iconic The Colony Hotel. The elegant evening brought together more than 150 community leaders, philanthropists, and supporters for cocktails, dinner, and dancing, all in support of the organization’s life-saving services.
Wi t h i t s g l a m o r o u s Casino Royale theme, guests embraced the evening in sophisticated attire, creating an atmosphere of classic style and excitement
Event Chairs Cathryn Donaldson and Rebecca Dubois
Palm Beach and Treasure Coast Spring Celebration 2026 A Casino Royale Evening on page 5