Spring was in the air as ladies in festive hats and fascinators gathered at the historic Women’s Club of Vero Beach for its annual Mad Hatter’s Tea Party. Described as a “delightful triple scoop of generosity,” organizers explained that proceeds would benefit their Historic Restoration Fund, the Gifford Youth Achievement Center and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Indian River County.
One of the county’s oldest facilities, the charming building, constructed in 1915, has weathered many a storm in its 110-year history, but now needs to be rehabilitated to restore it to its former glory and preserve its legacy for future generations to enjoy.
As they milled about perusing a selection of auction and raffle items, guests were entertained by an all-female ensemble from the Gifford Youth Orchestra, which currently provides lessons to roughly 100 students each week, and has expanded their reach to Fellsmere, Sebastian and South County…