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VOL. 26 NO. 1 www.seabreezepublications.com 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 over-
the-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 Mark your calendars! Volunteers in Medicine

(VIM) Clinic announced that its VIM Gala 2025,
The year 2025 marks the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast’s 70th anniversary. themed “Old Havana Nights,” will take place on
There will be a series of events to commemorate this milestone, starting with the 21st Saturday, January 25 at the prestigious Willoughby
annual Mutt March Festival and 5K and 10K races on Saturday, Jan. 18, at Memorial Park, Golf Club, starting at 6 p.m.
300 S.E. Ocean Boulevard. The races will begin at 8:30 a.m. and the festival will be held This vibrant event will celebrate the clinic’s legacy of
from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 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