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VOL. 38 NO. 3 www.seabreezepublications.com MARCH 2025

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary’s Sixth Annual

Wine In The Wild Fundraiser A Resounding Success

The Busch Wildlife Sanctuary celebrated its Sixth Annual An enticing silent auction featured desirable items and
Wine in the Wild fundraising event, an enchanting evening experiences such as signed memorabilia from Taylor Swift,
under the stars at the nonprofit’s new Jupiter Farms campus Arnold Palmer, and Lionel Messi; local excursions to
filled with craft cocktails, savory snacks, a live and silent attractions including Lion Country Safari and a Mets Spring
auction, and meet-and-greets with the organization’s animal Training Game; and even vacation packages including a six-
ambassadors who call the sanctuary home. night stay in a luxury villa in Belize for eight guests and a
Over 350 dedicated donors gathered at the facility, private villa in Bali for six guests.
wandering along the sanctuary’s paved nature trails and The night ended with an inspiring message from Chief
enjoying over a dozen food and beverage stations on the path. Executive Officer Amy Kight, who highlighted the many
From imported wines and craft beers to specialty cocktails additions made to the nonprofit’s state-of-the-art facility in
– including the Honey Drop, made with Tito’s Handmade the last year – including a children’s playground and custom-
Vodka, honey syrup, orange bitters, and fresh lemon juice, and build ponds for the river otter and black bear habitats – in
the Palm Beach Spritz, featuring the locally-owned Munyon’s addition to exciting milestones ahead.
Paw-Paw Premium Florida Liqueur – the stations were paired “We are beyond excited to unveil incredible new
with small bites such as grilled marinated shrimp, miniature initiatives that will help us further our mission and
carne asada tacos, charcuterie skewers, and Maryland-style
crab cakes. Cristie Pela and Laura Ferrick Busch Wildlife on page 2
Hannah’s Home Hosts Largest Gala Celebrating Growth

Hannah’s Home of South Florida gathered its biggest “Hannah’s Home stands
crowd to date and celebrated accomplishments from the out for the fact that it’s
past year at its Sixth Annual Gala, Home is Where the Heart local—that was a big draw
is, on Thursday, Feb. 6. Nearly 350 guests gathered at the to us. We’re helping women
picturesque Pelican Club for an elegant evening themed in our own community,” said
around love, family, and community. Lauren Mikolas. “I think
“I was overwhelmed by the outpouring of support,” said there’s nothing else you
Carol Beresford, founder of Hannah’s Home. “There are so should be doing with your
many in need, and this community has come together again time if not helping a mother
and made this event spectacular.” and her baby, so, [we’re] very
The event was chaired by beloved community natives excited to be a part of it.”
Lauren and Miles Mikolas. Lauren is an accomplished author For the fourth consecutive
and former Jupiter kindergarten teacher and Miles is a two- year, Nicholas A. Mastroianni Dale Hedrick and Cathy Burk
time MLB All-Star and current starting pitcher for the St.
Louis Cardinals. Evelyn Soto, Betsy Evans and Emily Hinson Hannah’s Home Hosts Largest Gala on page 5
Roll The Dice For A Good Cause: The Arc Of Palm Beach

County To Host Casino-Themed ‘Show Us Your Hearts’ Gala

Hit the jackpot for a night of giving at The Arc of Palm their families. Guests will enjoy an open bar, hors a seasoned player or new to the games, gracious croupiers
Beach County’s Show Us Your Hearts Gala! Join us on d’oeuvres, a gourmet dinner, professional casino-style will ensure an enjoyable experience for all.
Saturday, April 5, for an unforgettable evening of charitable gambling, and fabulous “We invite the
gaming and glamour. The casino-chic event will take place gaming prizes, along with community to attend
from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Cohen Pavilion at the Kravis Center silent and live auctions. The out biggest event of the
for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach. event’s charitable gaming year to help support
All donations and proceeds from the gala will raise features poker, blackjack, our groundbreaking
money for The Arc’s vital services and programs, which roulette, craps, and slot community programs
are improving the lives of people with disabilities and machines. Whether you are that challenge
expectations and inspire
new possibilities,” said
Charlotte Gill, chief
development officer of
The Arc of Palm Beach
County. “Join us in
creating a world where
every person, no matter
their ability, is not only Breanna Evans
Cochairs Tara and Brian
Evans Roll The Dice For A Good Cause on page 4