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An Evening by the Sea

  • April 1, 2016
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The Friends of Birch State Park hosted almost 200 guests and raised more than $90,000 for projects in Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. Broward County Commissioner Chip LaMarca was recognized with The Sandman Award for his role in procuring beach renourishment for Fort Lauderdale Beach. Marti Huizenga got The Believer’s Award for her years of believing in and supporting the community’s efforts towards bringing value back to Birch State Park for future generations. Jim Ellis was presented the Hugh Taylor Birch Visionary Award for his lengthy and ongoing commitment to ensuring the revitalization of the park.

Photography: David Decoteau

Bill Thies, Jennifer and Peter Anderson, Nancy Thies.
Bill Thies, Jennifer and Peter Anderson, Nancy Thies.
Gale Butler and Marti Huizenga.
Gale Butler and Marti Huizenga.
Eileen and Commissioner Chip LaMarca and Diane LaMarca.
Eileen and Commissioner Chip LaMarca and Diane LaMarca.
Suzanne Watson, John Magee and Janet Buhl.
Suzanne Watson, John Magee and Janet Buhl.
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