Soroptimist event raises nearly $2K, draws more than 60

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Mary Morse makes a presentation on human trafficking at the Soroptimist International of Idyllwild’s March 15 event. The evening event raised $1,900 to fight human trafficking. The evening of art, music and information featured Marge Muir (back left) as emcee. Donated art, which local women created, was featured in a silent auction and — along with the admission fee — accounted for the money raised. Local musicians provided entertainment and local businesses donated food and beverages for attendees. The event drew more than 60 attendees. Photos by Annika E.S. Kay

Left, Suzi Capparelli looks at artwork during a silent auction. All the pieces are donated by local women artists to raise funds to fight human trafficking, one of the Soroptimist International Club’s missions.

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