Island Gems Charity Foundation recently made a donation to St. Maarten Animal Rescue Team (SMART) to aid with the spaying and neutering of abandoned cats and dogs. The cheque was presented by Gems board member Jody Rosen to SMART representative Denise Antrobus. The foundation raises money to support projects such as this one on both sides of the island via its annual gala costume dinner. This year’s dinner will be at Captain Oliver’s restaurant on Saturday, March 28. The theme is “Caribbean Creole.” Master of Ceremonies is the indomitable Leroy “King Beau Beau” Brooks who has donated his services to the event. Tickets cost US $125 each and are available from Gems members.