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Shelter House Announces New Signature Event, Palate & Palette: Five-Course Wine Dinner and Live Painting

Top Local Chefs and Artist Jon Moody Unite for Unique Evening

(SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla.) January 9, 2017 – Shelter House proudly announces its newest signature fundraising event, Palate & Palette: Five-Course Wine Dinner and Live Painting, to be held Saturday, January 28 at Arnett’s Gulfside Ranch in Santa Rosa Beach. The event’s presenting sponsor is Emerald Coast Title Services.

The evening begins with a Bourbon and Brews Hour at 6 p.m. with local craft beer and spirits by Grayton Beer Company and Timber Creek Distillery. The seated dinner and live painting begin at 7 p.m. within the rustic chic events barn. The featured chefs include Nikhil Abuvula of Roux 30A, Tim Creehan of Cuvee 30A and Destin Ice Market 30A, John Engle of The Gulf, Jack McGuckin of Bijoux and Dan Pettis of Fuel Restaurant and One20: A Modern Bistro. Each chef will present one course that will be perfectly paired with wines from Krutz Family Cellars of Sonoma County, California.

Artist Jon Moody, whose work has been seen on the hit television show “Empire” as well as recognized by the White House, will create a piece of art in front of the audience while they dine. At the end of the evening, guests will have the opportunity to take home Moody’s one-of-a-kind creation in an exciting live auction.

Special thanks to RSVP Events for event décor, STM Photography for videography, as well as all chefs, restaurants, and beverage sponsors.

Tickets for Palate & Palette are $125 per person and include the cocktail hour, dinner, wines and all gratuity. Tickets are available for purchase now at https://shelterhousepalateandpalette.eventbrite.com. More information can be found on the Shelter House Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ShelterHouseNWFL.

Shelter House’s other signature event, Purses with a Purpose, is scheduled for March 24-25 at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin. More information on this event will be announced soon.

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Brunch and Bowl to Benefit Shelter House

(DESTIN, Fla.) January 3, 2017 – Shelter House presents Brunch and Bowl on January 21 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl and Grill at Destin Commons. This family-friendly fundraiser includes an indulgent breakfast buffet, unlimited bowling, silent auction, music and more.

Corporate teams are encouraged. Registration is $500 for teams and covers six bowlers, food and lane sponsorship for your business. A very limited number of spots are available for individual bowlers at $40 per person.

Registration for Brunch and Bowl is available at www.shelterhousenwfl.org. More information can be found on the Shelter House Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ShelterHouseNWFL.

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Local Restaurants Join Forces to defEAT Domestic Violence

Campaign raises more than $13,000 for Shelter House

(FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla.) December 19, 2016 – As Shelter House observed Domestic Violence Awareness Month throughout October, six local restaurants stepped up to help the domestic and sexual violence center raise money and awareness.

The defEAT Domestic Violence campaign brought in more than $13,000 that will go toward lifesaving services for domestic violence victims.

Four of the restaurants – La Paz Restaurante & Cantina in Destin, Island Wing Company in Destin, Café Thirty A in Seagrove Beach and Redd’s Fueling Station in Santa Rosa Beach – chose to give a percentage of sales from the same weekday all month long. Café Thirty A donated 15% of sales from Wednesdays in October which amounted to $6,197 for Shelter House.

“Café Thirty A takes pride in being a good neighbor by supporting those in need in our community,” said café owner Harriet Crommelin. “We chose to help Shelter House because we believe in the great work they do for our community and their message. We will continue to step up and help out because we value our commitment to assist others.”

The Other End Restaurant & Beergarden in Destin held a one-night only event early in the month where everyone enjoyed live music, a silent auction and food and drink specials. At the end of the evening, Shelter House was presented with a check for $7,500 from the Bill and Dianne Campbell Community Charitable Trust.

Rounding out the campaign was Pizza by the Sea. The popular South Walton eatery donated a portion of sales on one day from all three of its locations.

“We are ecstatic to see the response from the restaurants and the community for this first-time event,” said Shelter House Executive Director Rosalyn Iovieno. “So much of the work Shelter House does is confidential. The defEAT Domestic Violence campaign gave us a wonderful opportunity to bring this issue to the public and let everyone know what we do and where survivors can find help.”  

Shelter House plans to make defEAT Domestic Violence an annual event every October.

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J. McLaughlin Summer Collection Preview to Benefit for Shelter House

(MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla.) May 24, 2016 – J. McLaughlin is hosting a Sip and Shop on June 5 to benefit Shelter House. Stop by the classic American clothier between 1pm and 4pm for refreshments and the opportunity to shop the new 2016 summer collection.

J. McLaughlin’s neighbor, Travinia Italian Kitchen, will also give back to Shelter House when you dine there between 11am and 2pm that same day. The retailer and the restaurant will both give 15% of sales to Shelter House.

J. McLaughlin and Travinia Italian Kitchen are located in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin in Miramar Beach.

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Rosemary Beach Foundation Presents 5th Annual Walk Her Way®

High heel FUN walk to raise awareness of domestic and sexual violence

(ROSEMARY BEACH®) April 25, 2016  Whether you choose to parade in pumps, walk in wedges, strut in stilettos or stroll in sneakers, make plans to join us on May 20th for the 5th Annual Walk Her Way® presented by Rosemary Beach Foundation.

Men, women and children of all ages are invited to put on their fiercest footwear for a short walk through the streets of Rosemary Beach®.

“Walk Her Way is a fun way to raise awareness of domestic and sexual violence,” says Malayne DeMars, Executive Director, Rosemary Beach Foundation.

Decorate your shoes (heels are suggested but not required); wear costumes to reflect your style and personality. Enter as a team with your family, friends and coworkers, or walk as an individual! Sign up for Walk Her Way at www.walkherway.com.

Stick around for the after party and awards in the Rosemary Beach Town Hall. One-of-a-kind “Shoe” awards created by Walton County teachers and students will be given for the highest heels, best costume, most spirit and more.

Attendees will enjoy live music by variety band Moody, pictures in Facetime Photobooth’s Airstream-inspired RetroBooth and food, beer and cocktails from Freshii, Bruno’s Pizza, Shades Bar & Grill, and Chaste 850. One-of-a-kind “Shoe” awards created by Walton County teachers and students will be given for the highest heels, best costume, most spirit and more. Walkers can also take a chance on winning fabulous prizes at our raffle or 30A Wine ring toss game.

“We are thrilled that Rosemary Beach Foundation is investing in Shelter House’s long-term sustainability through their continued support,” said Rosalyn Iovieno, Shelter House Executive Director. “The Foundation’s generosity helps ensure Shelter House will be around for many years to come to serve local women, children and men impacted by domestic and sexual violence.”

Walk Her Way® benefits Shelter House, the domestic and sexual violence center serving Okaloosa and Walton counties and Rosemary Beach Foundation, a nonprofit organization that offers community, educational and other charitable activities in Walton County.

2016 WALK HER WAY® SPONSORS: Rosemary Beach Cottage Rental Company, Rosemary Beach Realty, Rosemary Beach Trading Company, The Merchants of Rosemary Beach, Rosemary Beach Property Owners’ Association, 30A Collection by Rosemary Beach, Rent Gear Here, Klabzuba, Moonpize, Rent Gear Here, The Pearl, Schwarzkopf Family, 30A.com, SoWal.com, Beach TV

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Purses with a Purpose Raises Almost $20,000 for Shelter House

Money raised will help local domestic and sexual violence victims

(MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla.) April 8, 2016 – Women from across the Emerald Coast recently made their way to Grand Boulevard at Sandestin for Purses with a Purpose, a unique event benefiting Shelter House, the domestic and sexual violence center serving Okaloosa and Walton counties. The two-day event raised almost $20,000 to support programs and services such as a 24-hour rape and domestic violence hotline, emergency shelter, child advocacy, support groups and violence prevention classes.

“Since it began six years ago, Purses with a Purpose has brought in more than $73,000 for critical services,” said Rosalyn Iovieno, Shelter House Executive Director. “Not only did 300 shoppers attend this event, more than 40 Shelter House volunteers gave over 200 hours of their time to make it happen. We had more shoppers and raised more money than ever before. This tremendous support from the community enables us to help more women, children, men and pets whose lives have been touched by violence.”

The Friday night party offered shoppers the opportunity to bid on designer handbags from Kate Spade, Coach, Michael Kors and more. They were also treated to food from Travinia Italian Kitchen and wine as well as a purse fashion show with models impacted by domestic violence, including Shelter House advocates, volunteers and survivors. The fashion show was emceed by Laura Holloway of The Storyteller Agency and featured hair and makeup by Pin Up Girls Hair Studio and music by Rock the House.

In addition to over 1,000 purses for sale and auction, Purses with a Purpose also featured scarves, jewelry, wallets and more were up for sale. Saturday shoppers snapped up the remaining purses at deeply discounted prices while enjoying muffins and mimosas.

Shelter House would like to thank the 2016 Purses with a Purpose sponsors: Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, Pin Up Girls Hair Studio, Rock the House, Travinia Italian Kitchen, 5 Star Photo Booth, The Storyteller Agency, Appleseed Expeditions, Silver Sands Premium Outlets, Flip Flop Realty, Mara Fiorentino, MD, Primp Salon, Serenity by the Sea, Massage Envy and Panera Bread.

Shelter House accepts purse donations throughout the year at its program office located at 16 Ferry Road, SE in Fort Walton Beach. For more information about Purses with a Purpose or future events, please contact Shelter House at 850-243-1201.