Drinks Poured and Tips Overflowed!

Boca Raton, FL – August 22, 2014 – The Unicorn Children’s Foundation “Raise Awareness, Raise a Glass” Bartender Challenge was a huge success!  Over 200 people came out to support the Unicorn Children’s Foundation and the bartenders who were vying for votes (dollars).  Event chair, Gregory Fried of Gregory’s Fine Jewelry had a vison of the bartenders competing online and then challenging each other the day of the event.  The competition was stiff among the local celebrities, raising over $20,000 for the Unicorn Children’s Foundation.  Congratulations to the winners of the bartending challenge Sarah Hassan & Bill Kruegel, who raised over $6,000!

Competing at this year’s event were: Former Miami Dolphin, Keith Sims, Marie & Franck Occhigrossi, Joey Giannuzzi of Farmer’s Table, Susan Klein of Fit Foodz Café, Adam Goodkin of Simply the Best Magazine, Jody Jack of Jody Jack & Co. Salon, Bill Kruegel of Sunshine Health, Sarah Hassan, Michael Schatzberg, Lori Cabrera, Gregory Fried,  Mary Ann Morgan-Fried, John McClaskie, Peggy Hernandez and Angela Fisher.  The highlight of the event was President of the Fire Fighters Union in Boca Raton, Captain John Luca leading the parade of bagpipe players escorting Frank Occhigrossi to the bar.

This event wouldn’t be possible without the generous sponsors Blue Martini, Boca Raton, Seacoast National Bank, Accelerate, Plastic Surgery Specialists of Boca Raton, Ambassador Printing, Gregory’s Fine Jewelry, Farmer’s Table, Jody Jack & Co. Salon, Grand Lux Café, Simply the Best Magazine and Eye on South Florida.

Proceeds from this fundraiser will allow Unicorn Children’s Foundation to continue funding education, and innovative programs that will ensure the success and acceptance of individuals who think, communicate and learn differently.

“Raise Awareness, Raise a Glass” was part of Boca Raton Chamber Festival Days (a series of fun-filled events held at different locations during the month of August) and is facilitated by the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce.

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About the Unicorn Children’s Foundation

Unicorn Children's Foundation is an international non-profit organization dedicated to children and young adults with developmental, communication, and learning disorders so that they have every opportunity to lead productive and fulfilling lives through the support of education, awareness, and research initiatives.

Raise Awareness, Raise a Glass Video Online!

Did we hear bagpipes?

Catch highlights and interviews from Raise Awareness, Raise a Glass at Blue Martini Boca Town Center on Friday, August 22nd by our friends at Eye On South Florida.

http://www.eyeonsouthflorida.com/unicorn-childrens-foundation-raise-awareness-raise-a-glass/

The Results are In.....

Congratulations to Bill Kruegel and Sarah Hassan who won the Bartending Challenge at tonight's Raise Awareness, Raise a Glass at Blue Martini Boca Town Center! Thank you to everyone who made tonight such a GIANT success! In YOUR VOTES ALONE, you helped us raise over $16,000 for those who think, learn and communicate differently.

*FINAL LEADERBOARD RESULTS*

1. Bill Kruegel and Sarah Hassan 6016 Votes
2. Gregory Fried and Marie Occhigrossi 3104 Votes
3. Keith Sims and Angela Fisher 2945 Votes
4. Frank Occhigrossi and Mary Ann Morgan-Fried 1780 Votes
5. Michael Schatzberg and Lori Cabrera 1676 Votes
6. Adam Goodkin and Jody Jack 991 Votes
7. John McClaskie and Peggy Hernandez 208 Votes
8. Joey Giannuzzi and Susan Klein 162 Votes

John McClaskie and Trisha Plateroti Invite You!

Our Generous Sponsors John McClaskie of Seacoast National Bank and Trisha Plateroti of Blue Martini Boca Town Center invite you to join Unicorn Children's Foundation TONIGHT for Raise Awareness, Raise a Glass at 6pm.

Tickets are available at the door for $35.

http://www.unicornchildrensfoundation.org/martini/

Tonight's the Night!

Thank you to everyone who voted for your Favorite Bartender. Come join us to see who will reign victorious and take home the Coveted Trophy! With your votes tonight, it can be ANYONE!

Tickets can still be purchased at the door for $35, so don't miss all the fun!

http://www.unicornchildrensfoundation.org/martini/

2 hours Left!

Only 2 hours left to buy your Advance Tickets Online...

Use the extra $10 to leave a tip for the refreshing drink your favorite bartender serves you!

The competition is FIERCE and your bartender needs YOUR support!! Cheer! Drink! Donate!

http://www.unicornchildrensfoundation.org/martini/

Calling All Miami Dolphins Fans!

Don't miss the unique opportunity to have a drink poured for you by a former Miami Dolphins Player!!

Advance ticket sales of $25 for Raise Awareness, Raise a Glass at Blue Martini Boca Town Center ends TODAY at 5pm!!

Tickets may be purchased at the door for $35.

http://www.unicornchildrensfoundation.org/martini/

Former Miami Dolphins Star Keith Sims to Bartend at Blue Martini

We are excited to announce that Former Miami Dolphins Star, Keith Sims, will be bartending at Blue Martini Boca Town Center on August 22, 2014! The former offensive lineman and 3-time Pro Bowler will be teaming up with current Leading Bartender in our Battle of the Bartenders Competition, Angela Fisher.

Vote for them as your favorite bartender and purchase your tickets to see the showdown by visiting: http://www.unicornchildrensfoundation.org/martini/

Calling all Miami Dolphins fans!

Calling all Miami Dolphins fans! We are auctioning autographed memorabilia from Jim Mandich, Richie Incognito, Terry Kirby, and Davone Bess. Bid on this and many other fabulous items in our Silent Auction today!