Bravery & Beauty Julep Party at Oakleigh
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A celebration in honor of the June 1877 visit to Oakleigh by James A. Garfield (later a president of the U.S.) when Col. T.K. Irwin served him his first mint julep. Garfield's diary entry of that occasion states: "The bravery and beauty of Mobile were there." Refreshments include heavy hors d'oeuvres mint juleps and non-alcoholic juleps. (Cash bar for non-julep beverages.) Silent auction. Business casual, cocktail or period attire acceptable
Bravery & Beauty Julep Party at Oakleigh
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