October 7, 2024

Photo Gallery: Old Town Cape hosts outdoors Revivify at Ivers Square

Revivify returns to Ivers Square with an elegant outdoor event, featuring Brazilian trombonist Felipe Brito, Pétanque matches, and a live auction, supporting Old Town Cape's revitalization efforts.

By Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

Matt Carnaghi, a member of Old Town Cape’s organizational committee, manages the scoreboard for the competitive Pétanque matches. Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

Felipe Brito, a music professor and trombonist, volunteers his time alongside his students to provide live music for the event. Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

Andi Evans of Chaffee greets guests as a volunteer for Old Town Cape. “I believe it’s important to give back to the community in any regard," he said. Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

Event coordinators prepare the Pétanque court, setting the stage for friendly competition. Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

Travis Tyson and Parker Bond, owners of Spectrum Record Lounge and supporters of Old Town Cape, explain how the organization played a key role in helping them start and grow their business. Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

The Pétanque competition gets underway.Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

Megan Miller of Cape Girardeau takes her shot during a Pétanque match.Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

Guests gather under a large awning, enjoying the shade as they mingle.Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

Attendees have fun participating in and watching Pétanque matches throughout the day.Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

Liz Haynes, executive director of Old Town Cape, introduces auction items.Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

Toni Shelton of Forté: Specialty Teas provides a lovely selection of teas as refreshments. Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

Nathan and Gabriele Ruggieri prepare pizzas for guests, courtesy of Speck. Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

Decorations dot Ivers Square for the event.Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

Alyssa Cooyer and Olivia Bowen, both of Cape Girardeau, represent Blush Ultra Lounge.Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

The event is held at the historic Ivers Square, providing a scenic backdrop for the festivities.Moeryae Sunshine Smith ~ Special to Southeast Missourian

Old Town Cape Inc.'s annual senses-centric fundraiser, Revivify, returned Saturday, Oct. 5, with an elegant outdoors event at Ivers Square.

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The event is a big part of annual fundraising for Old Town Cape Inc., as it funds the organization's revitalization efforts in downtown.

Revivify featured a variety of immersive experiences, including a live performance by Brazilian trombonist Felipe Brito, participate in competitive Pétanque matches and the annual Charles L. Hutson live auction. A selection of food and beverage vendors from multiple downtown businesses was available for all to enjoy.

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