I was pleased to be invited to attend the Wave of Love- Bringing Brighton Together event at the Palm Court Restaurant on the Palace Pier in Brighton last night (Thursday 15 February) for an evening of food and entertainment.
This event was a fundraiser and celebration of the Mayor of Brighton and Hove’s four chosen charities this year – RISE, Impact Initiatives, Together Co and RSCPA Brighton.
The event recognised the community-focused and dedicated work carried out by each of the organisations in their support of vulnerable people, children and animals.
All were given well-deserved applause for continuing to deliver above and beyond despite repeated cuts to budgets and challenges all round.
The packed event kicked off with a drinks reception and a warm welcome by the Mayor Councillor Jackie O’Quinn with her daughter Rachael O’Quinn in the role of Mayoral Consort.
Dinner and drinks were followed by a solo performance by Hove singer Scarlett Chapman and a quiz which was won by the band playing at the evening’s event, Gyratory Allstars.
A fundraising raffle with prizes from local companies raised more than £1,000 and the entertainment from the aforementioned live outfit Gyratory Allstars got revellers dancing.
It’s not too late to support each of the organisations by visiting their website links (above) and donating to each worthy cause. A good way to warm your cockles this winter!
