Forward Florida raises funds for Andrew Gillum

The Woman's Club of Coconut Grove was the scene for Forward Florida on Tuesday night, where the group hosted a reception and fundraiser in support of Mayor Andrew Gillum, Democratic candidate for Florida Governor. The idea was to get the vote out; early voting started Monday, the Grove's place to vote early is the historic garage at Vizcaya, at the former Science Museum site. 

Above is philanthropist Norma Jean Abraham with Gillum fans at the club.

Gloria and Bruce Turkel with friend at the fundraiser

George Neary, newly retired from the Greater Miami Convention and  Visitors Bureau, with Ginny Gutierrez and Carole Ann Taylor

Coconut Grove Womans Club President Virginia Yermoli, Pat Vegnani, Lilia Garcia and Wendy Zane

Well known jazz pianist Brian Murphy

I voted Tuesday, there is plenty of parking and it's a quick in and out, with plenty of staff there to assist you.

Forward Florida (ForwardFL) is a leadership political committee focused on improving the quality of life for all Floridians, while tackling serious statewide issues and opportunities that can advance the Sunshine State as a leading model of economic, environmental, and social innovation in the U.S and around the world.

ForwardFL seeks to advance this mission by supporting dynamic leaders, organizations, initiatives, and ideas that embrace innovation, create opportunity, uphold justice, and that help to build a new economy.

Photos by Erika King