Each year, Santa Monica Breakfast Club hosts their Mad Hatter Tea Party, a local tradition that brings together some of the most extraordinary people in the city. The event raises money for local children whose families cannot afford their urgently needed dental care.
Amidst savoring the tea, coffee, homemade brunch and pastries curated by Chef Ann Bouchet at the Santa Monica Elks Lodge, guests raised a glass of Prosecco to this year’s honoree, Santa Monica Mayor Phil Brock, whose dedication to the city was extolled by such luminaries as California State Senator Ben Allen, Santa Monica Vice Mayor Lana Negrete, Santa Monica City Councilmember Christine Parra and Reverend Mack Mossett of Calvary Baptist Church, who gave the invocation.
“I am humbled and amazed by this praise from people I love and respect so much,” said Brock.
The 8th Annual Mad Hatter Tea Party ended with a spirited live auction, silent auction and gift basket raffle emceed by Brock. Guests departed feeling inspired and energized by the gathering, knowing that kids in need will be healthier through their efforts.
Submitted by Kathryn Boole