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Mike Arms Jessica Gercke, Lon Jones, and LaBeth Thompson Spring Fling Gala In its 34th year, Helen Woodward Animal Center's Spring Fling Gala, presented by Portia Metras and Jim Hooker, took guests on a glorious journey "Under the Tuscan Sun." e annual event, headed by committee co-chairs Jamie Carr and Sharon Tice-McDonald, featured cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and a silent auction of exquisite one-of-a-kind items followed by a dinner of taste-portioned classic and innovative dishes. Committee restaurant chair Ann Dizney secured an impressive restaurant lineup including such fine-dining favorites as Amalfi Cucina Italiana, Beeside Balcony, Bluewater Boathouse Seafood Grill, e Fish Market, California Pizza Kitchen, Poseidon on the Beach, Lakehouse Resort, and 067. Following dinner, guests delighted in sweet treats while enjoying live entertainment by Haute Chile and a rousing live auction. All profits raised support the pets and programs at Helen Woodward Animal Center. PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF HELEN WOODWARD ANIMAL CENTER Yuliana Casanova and Ronny Inniger Jim Hooker and Portia Metras Kevin and Valerie Abbey with Sharon and Adrian McDonald. Alex Barbiere and Salena Edgett Seen John and Dianne Lefferts ranchandcoast.com 112 SEPTEMBER 2023 RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE