1st Christmas in July raises R12 000 for SPCA

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GEORGE NEWS - The Christmas in July high tea hosted by the George branch of the Garden Route SPCA (GRSPCA) on Saturday 23 July was well supported and everybody had a lot of fun.

The table hostesses went all out to create a Christmas spirit with some nifty decorations and delicious eats. The event was held at St Aidan's hall. About R12 000 was raised.

According to GRSPCA chairperson Michelle Nobre, they hope to make this an annual event.

Nobre said the difficult economic climate has a knock-on effect on the organisation. Not only is their income from donations being negatively impacted, but they also see an uptake in the numbers of pets coming in from owners who are struggling financially.

Sponsors donated some amazing prizes that were handed out.

The main prizes went to Angie Coleman for the best dressed table and Ingrid Watkins for best dressed lady.

The grand prize draw was won by a thrilled Marie Groenewald who received two nights for two people, breakfast and dinner included, at the Thylitshia Villa Guest House in Oudtshoorn.

PHOTO GALLERY: SPCA Christmas in July fundraiser

Cheri Cooke (left), NSPCA representative, also attended the first Christmas in July. With her are Michelle Nobre (centre), chairperson of the Garden Route SPCA, and Debbie Patrick, secretary of the management committee and main organiser of the event.

A bold centrepiece created true winter Christmas atmosphere on the table of hostess Ingrid Watkins (back, second from left). Her guests were, back from left: Helga Krietsch, Adrienne Ceruti, Deenie Martins, Trish Nortier and Nicky McIlrae. Front: Jeanette Venter, Annelie Venter and Dot Symons. Photos: Alida de Beer