Miss Huntington Beach Celebrates Tradition with Rose Planting

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Miss Huntington Beach 2025 planting a 'Mellow Yellow' rose, symbolizing joy and new beginnings.

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In a heartwarming ceremony, Miss Huntington Beach 2025, Nicole Allyson Vogt, planted a ‘Mellow Yellow’ rose bush at the Civic Center’s Rose Garden. This event marked a celebration of community spirit and the 60th anniversary of the Queen’s Rose Garden ceremony, showcasing the ongoing support for young women in pursuing their dreams. Former queens and local leaders participated, enriching the tradition that symbolizes joy, friendship, and new beginnings in Huntington Beach.

Miss Huntington Beach 2025 Plants “Mellow Yellow” Rose in Civic Center’s Rose Garden

Huntington Beach kicked off a heartwarming celebration as the new and radiant Miss Huntington Beach 2025, Nicole Allyson Vogt, made her mark by planting a lovely “Mellow Yellow” rose bush in the Civic Center’s Rose Garden. This delightful event took place on a bright Friday morning and was brimming with community spirit and pride.

New Beginnings in Bloom

At the heart of the ceremony was Vogt, who just graduated from Cal State Long Beach. With excitement and enthusiasms flowing, she embraced her role by representing a city renowned for its vibrant spirit and welcoming atmosphere. As the 112th queen in the history of Miss Huntington Beach, Vogt understands the significance of the occasion and the roots of the tradition that stretches back to 1963.

The beautiful yellow rose she planted symbolizes joy, friendship, and new beginnings, perfectly capturing Vogt’s mission to bring light into every space she occupies. Inspired by her mother and grandmother, she cherishes the values of illuminating the lives of others around her, ensuring that the essence of their legacy lives on.

Celebrating 60 Years of Tradition

This year’s rose planting was especially meaningful as it was part of the 60th anniversary Queen’s Rose Garden ceremony. Organized by the local nonprofit, Sand Dollars of Huntington Beach, the event highlights the ongoing support for young women in realizing their dreams through its scholarship and pageant programs.

Led by their dedicated president, Love Ghione, Sand Dollars has been a beacon of hope and encouragement, showcasing the impressive journey of these young women. The meticulous care of the rose bushes was entrusted to treasurer April Gentry and member Andrea Roberson, ensuring that each bush, including Vogt’s, would flourish for many years to come.

A Day of Honor and Community

The joyful event saw Vogt accompanied by her court princess, Catherine Dosier, a proud Huntington Beach High graduate who enchanted attendees with a heartfelt rendition of the national anthem. Dosier is currently pursuing her studies at UC Irvine, showcasing the blend of talent and ambition present in the community.

A Legacy of Queens

Former queens of Huntington Beach were also in attendance, creating a marvelous tapestry of past and present. Ladies like Laura Sholar Roberts (1976), Elaine Bauer Keeley (1979), Stacey Jue (1995), Jena Jean Faris (2017), and Ruby Brown-Bilyeu (2024) gathered, reflecting on their paths and the enduring nature of the community they represent.

The tradition has grown to include planting rose bushes at City Hall since the 1970s, ensuring that every queen leaves her mark, blossoming just like the roses that symbolize their reigns.

Local Leadership Joins the Celebration

Among those present were Mayor Pat Burns and City Council members, including Don Kennedy and Butch Twining, diving into the spirit of camaraderie that characterizes Huntington Beach. Mayor Burns shared his affection for this cherished tradition and even reminisced about his own adventures in growing roses, much to the delight of attendees.

The event was masterfully emceed by former Mayor Lyn Semeta, who guided the audience through a lovely morning filled with warmth, laughter, and memories.

A Delicious Farewell

As the ceremony concluded, guests enjoyed a catered reception at City Hall, rounding out a perfect day celebrating not just the blooming of a new rose but also the flourishing of community spirit embodied in Miss Huntington Beach. As the Mellow Yellow rose takes root, so too does hope for continued joy and friendship in the hearts of Huntington Beach residents.