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New College hosts Soiree on the Bay Clambake


  • By Observer Staff
  • | 4:00 p.m. November 3, 2023
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Guests enjoyed cocktails on the picturesque bayfront of the New College campus before tucking into a four-course dinner complete with wine pairings at the New College of Florida Foundation's annual fundraiser Nov. 2.

The Soiree on the Bay Clambake attracted about 250 guests; the attendee list included many well-known names in local and state politics.

At the dinner, the college announced it is raising funds to support new master's degree programs planned to launch in 2024. They will focus on marine mammal science, environmental economics, educational leadership and data science.

Co-chaired by Elizabeth Moore and Don Patterson, the event featured New England's finest fare, catered by Michael's On East. 

Soiree on the Bay Clambake Co-chairs Elizabeth Moore and Don Patterson
Soiree on the Bay Clambake Co-chairs Elizabeth Moore and Don Patterson
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Marion Lieb, Kamila Brannan, Joe Lieb and Steve Brannan
Marion Lieb, Kamila Brannan, Joe Lieb and Steve Brannan
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Charlie Ann and Bill Syprett and Rita Greenbaum
Charlie Ann and Bill Syprett and Rita Greenbaum
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Mark Zolner and Rochelle Nigri-Zolnar
Mark Zolner and Rochelle Nigri-Zolnar
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Dan Bailey, Rick and Sally Piccolo, Heather and Clint Kasten
Dan Bailey, Rick and Sally Piccolo, Heather and Clint Kasten
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Esther and Mark Smith
Esther and Mark Smith
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Neil and Amy Rainford
Neil and Amy Rainford
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Julie and Bill Galvano
Julie and Bill Galvano
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Melissa Howard and Mary Gratehouse
Melissa Howard and Mary Gratehouse
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David and Amanda Minoff
David and Amanda Minoff
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Darla and Bill Shine
Darla and Bill Shine
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Rasah and Randy Gonzales
Rasah and Randy Gonzales
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Bill and Mary Henry
Bill and Mary Henry
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Charlene Wolff, Penelope Bodry-Sanders, Kathryn Carr and Charlotte Bimba
Charlene Wolff, Penelope Bodry-Sanders, Kathryn Carr and Charlotte Bimba
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Autumn McConnell, Leyla Smith, Inna Snyder,  and Maura Mackenzie
Autumn McConnell, Leyla Smith, Inna Snyder, and Maura Mackenzie
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Renee Phinney and Glen Rieth
Renee Phinney and Glen Rieth
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Alice Rothbauer and Alexandra Islas
Alice Rothbauer and Alexandra Islas
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New College President Richard Corcoran with Anne Corcoran
New College President Richard Corcoran with Anne Corcoran
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Rachel Blindauer, Mark Famiglio, Sara and Dan Stultz
Rachel Blindauer, Mark Famiglio, Sara and Dan Stultz
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Jack Cocoran, David  Rancourt, Jack Stayte, and Logan Lapace
Jack Cocoran, David Rancourt, Jack Stayte, and Logan Lapace
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Tammy Karp, Katherine Harris and Taylor Karp Teymuri
Tammy Karp, Katherine Harris and Taylor Karp Teymuri
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A.J. Fritsch and Karl Hees
A.J. Fritsch and Karl Hees
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Susan Burns and Larry Eger
Susan Burns and Larry Eger
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New College Clam Bake
New College Clam Bake
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