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Third annual Christmas Banquet
The Women’s Refuge of Vero Beach
Dec. 11, 2021
Corporate Air Hangar
Vero Beach
Photos by MaryAnn Ketcham
A sold-out crowd gathered to hear inspirational stories shared by former
Refuge residents and special guest speaker Kevin Sorbo, who spoke
of his faith and how it helped save him after suffering three strokes.
Later, Sorbo, an international film and TV actor graciously autographed
copies of his many books and faith-based DVDs and posed for photos.
The evening also featured music and a wonderful dinner sponsored and
prepared by Wild Thyme Catering.
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1. Chuck and Brenda Bradley,
Jim and Maria Lewis
2. Mike and Cathy Curley
3. Elkie and George Fetterolf
4. Buford and Linda Sims
5. Terry and Sandy Divine
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Candlelight Ball
Dec. 10, 2021
Bellewood Plantation
Photos by Kerry Firth
The Hibiscus Children’s Center Candlelight Ball was held in
an elegant outdoor setting surrounded by southern elegance
and the glow of candlelight to benefit abandoned youths
living at the Hibiscus Village. Guests enjoyed cocktails, hors
d’oeuvres, a delightful dinner presented by Wild Thyme Catering
and danced the night away to the sounds of Gypsy Lane
Band. Proceeds go toward medical and educational services,
counseling and career training.
1. Gary and Angela Nelson, Diane Ludwig,
Bernadette and Mike Emerick
2. Darlene Heiserman, Janet Andes and Casey Laurentowski
3. Pat Stelz, Linda Teetz, Wilfred Hart,
County Commissioner Laura Moss and Karen Rivers
4. Amy, Gracie and Jim Beckley