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n Sunday, April 30, the Children’s Home Society held their 12th Annual Soundside 
Splendor Benefi t at Portofi no on Pensacola Beach. This year’s honorary event chairs 
were Mayor Ashton and An Hayward. Guests enjoyed gracious samplings of a 
variety of foods and spirits prepared by local top local chefs from Pensacola area 

restaurants. Guests had the opportunity to bid on many silent auction items as well as a fantastic 
live auction. Proceeds from this event benefi t the Children’s Home Society. The Children’s 
Home Society cares for thousands of children and families each year. They offer 10 programs 
that fall into fi ve major categories: prevention and intervention, youth development services, 
pregnancy prevention and counseling, adoption support, and individual and family therapy. 
Their mission is to build bridges to success for children. Their dream is to create a world where 
all children can realize their full potential. For more information on how you can help this great 
cause please visit Chsfl .org/western.

Camile & Don Ripley

Cynthia Cannon, Mary Ann McMahon, Nels & Abbie Offerdahl

Justin & Caitlin Mahaney

Robert & Abby Rinke

An & Ashton Hayward

Paula James & Cathy Sartori

photos & story by

 

Dawn Richardson 

James Nobles & Jeff Willard

   VIP Pensacola at Portofi no on Pensacola Beach

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