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she recalls. "e quote on St. Germaine's brochure from Nelson Mandela rang so true: 'We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear.'" is year's event, co-chaired by Sherry Macelli and Michelle Brown, will mark the tea's 40th (ruby) anniversary. It will be held on December 10 from 1 to 4pm at a mid-century family home in La Jolla's Muirlands community. e home was originally designed to accommodate the large social gatherings that were once hosted by a former owner, an heiress to the Marriott hotels and Spalding sports fortunes. e present owner inherited the home from her late mother who was orphaned at the age of 11 at a time, sadly, when few organizations focused on child welfare. "I know how pleased she would be to think that the home she loved so much could help contribute to the welfare of other children through St. Germaine," writes the current owner in a touching email to Macelli. For tickets to the Silver Tea, to donate, or become a member, visit the nonprofit's website. stgermainechildrenscharity.org connect people << The garden has 60-year-old Japanese black pine trees and a miniature tea house The open, light- filled kitchen has alderwood cabinets from CCS Cabinets and gleaming granite counters ranchandcoast.com 80 AUGUST 2024 RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE