Vitalia Voice | August 2017

VITALIA Taste of Fitness Class Demos, Food Samples PAGES 4 & 16

Upcoming Events

Something for Everyone!

PAGES 4 & 5

Healthy Choices Tobacco Free Florida PAGE 3

Putting Tournament Join the fun!

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VOICE August 2017 | www.VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com

Vitalia Information hours of operation Captiva Club Amenity Center

Mon-Sat: 6am-10pm

Sunset Beach Pool & The Colony Pool

Sun: 8am-9pm Daily Dawn to Dusk

contact list Evergreen Customer Service

AV Homes Customer Care: 800-858-5933 Emergency/After Hours: 407-709-1274 Construction Gate Hours: 6:30am-6pm Onsite Project Manager - Jeff Kauth: j.kauth@avhomesinc.com Please contact Jeff if your new home issues are not being met by the Construction Superintendents or Customer Care.

Advertising Information 877-221-6919

Email: customerservice@evergreen-LM.com AV Homes Customer Care

AV Homes

800-858-5933

AVHomesInc.com/owner-care Captiva Club Front Desk

772-800-2504

Captiva Club Fitness Desk

772-800-2503

For more information on advertising, visit vitaliaadvertising.com, call 813-501-7220, or email vitalia@overflowdg.com. Vitalia at Tradition does not guarantee any work or claims made by advertisers. Ads do not constitute an endorsement or approval of goods and services by Vitalia.

To those celebrating in August

HOA Website VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com Security Guardhouse

772-345-4987

Driver’s License Department

772-337-5600

Florida Power and Light

772-462-0555

Home Town Cable Plus

772-345-6000

Lawnwood Regional Medical Center

772-461-4000

NUI City Gas

772-871-2551

Port St. Lucie Police Dept.

772-871-5000

Port St. Lucie Utilities

772-873-6400

(Emergency After Hours)

Port St. Lucie Utilities

772-871-5330

(Set Up)

Social Security Administration

800-772-1213

St. Lucie County

Medical Center

772-335-4000

Sheriff

772-462-7300

Port St. Lucie Fire Department

772-621-3400

Port St. Lucie West Library

772-873-3309

Tradition Medical Center

772-345-8100

Waste Pro/Recycle

772-595-9390

stlucieco.gov/solid_waste/recycling.htm Tradition CDD District 5 (Vitalia) Board Members •

Cathy Powers: boardmember2@traditioncdd5.com

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Rick Dixon: boardmember3@tradtioncdd5.com

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Chris King: boardmember4@traditioncdd5.com

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Frank Webster: boardmember5@traditioncdd5.com

Happy Birthday and Happy Anniversary!

Have a warm and sunny day!

Newsletter Deadlines All calendar and newsletter submissions (100 words or less) are due on the first of the month prior to publication (regardless of the day of the week) and should be emailed to vitalia@overflowdg.com with a cc: to Leslie Boehlert, Lifestyles Director, at lboehlert@evergreen-LM.com. September submissions are due on Tuesday, August 1st.

lifestyles news

Committing to a Healthier Lifestyle

S Leslie Boehlert Lifestyles Director lboehlert@ evergreen-LM.com 772-800-2505

everal residents have told me they recently quit smoking after many, many years, which is amazing! It is possible to quit and it is NEVER too late to take the healthy road. Below is some helpful information from our Wellness Committee.

use. As in everything, changing our habits is difficult even when we know we should to lead a healthier lifestyle focused on wellness. There is help available to those that are willing to take the step to overall wellness by giving up tobacco.

Mission Statement

Tobacco Free Florida offers nicotine replacement, quit tips brochures and a number of resources to quit tobacco. They provide telephone support with a Quit Coach that includes two weeks of nicotine patches or gum and a custom plan. If you want to quit tobacco, visit Tobacco Free Florida at www. tobaccofreeflorida.com/QuitYourWay. We wish you the best of luck in this endeavor!

The Vitalia Wellness Committee promotes physical, mental and social well-being by encouraging residents to initiate or expand healthier lifestyles through programs and a positive culture that is focused on celebrating and improving their quality of life. If you’re interested in getting involved, please feel free to attend one of the meetings, held on the third Wednesday of each month at 2pm at the Captiva Club.

Tobacco Cessation Tobacco Cessation help is available. We have all heard, seen or experienced the myriad of health issues that are associated with tobacco

Vitalia Website

Coffee Talk Wednesday, August 9th | 1pm Grand Treasure Ballroom Join us for coffee and meet your Community Property Manager, Andrea Bull. Listen to any updates regarding the Vitalia Community and welcome your new neighbors.

Have you been on the Vitalia website, VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com lately? Log on and get access to the following:

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Set up your profile and receive weekly email updates.

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View the calendar and upcoming events.

Link to Home Owner Account (CINC) - view your HOA dues, make payments.

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View committee minutes.

View governing documents (CDD, HOA & Master).

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View landscape request information.

And so much more, including fun pictures!

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out & about Lifestyles Free Movie Night - La La Land Thursday, August 3rd | 7pm | Doors Open 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

No RSVP required. Popcorn provided. Bring your own beverage and snacks and enjoy the show! The movie is Rated PG-13, 128 minutes, and is a drama/romance starring Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, John Legend, Rosemarie DeWitt, and Sonoya Mizuno. Sebastian (Ryan Gosling) and Mia (Emma Stone) are drawn together by their common desire to do what they love. But as success mounts they are faced with decisions that begin to fray the fragile fabric of their love affair, and the dreams they worked so hard to maintain in each other threaten to rip them apart.

Trivia - On Two Nights!

Friday, August 11th OR Saturday, August 19th 7pm | Doors Open 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom | $5

Join your friends and neighbors for a friendly game of Trivia. Test your knowledge at a variety of categories.

Team captain will be allowed to purchase tickets for the whole table, a total of 8 tickets per team; however, all names must be given when purchased. Reminder…please make sure to give your team members their tickets in advance, as they will be collected at the door. If you are not currently part of a team, you are welcome to buy an individual ticket. The staff at the front desk will help assign you to a table. Residents only please. $5 per person.

Bring your own beverage. Note: Residents will be required to select a date (8/11 OR 8/19) to attend Trivia. After one week of ticket sales, IF tickets are still available for Trivia on either evening, they will be open for purchase to all.

Spaghetti Night Wednesday, August 16th | 6pm-8pm Grand Treasure Ballroom | $8 Per Person

Featuring Aunt Mary’s Brickoven Pizza. Spaghetti with her delicious sauce, meatballs, salad, garlic bread, coffee and dessert with old I Love Lucy skits on the big screen. BYOB.

Free Movie Night - Under the Tuscan Sun Friday, August 18th | 7pm | Doors Open 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

No RSVP required. Popcorn provided. Bring your own beverage and snacks and enjoy the show! The movie is Rated PG-13, 113 minutes, and a drama/romance starring Diane Lane, Raoul Bova, Sandra Oh, Lindsey Duncan, and Vincent Riotta. When Frances Mayes (Diane Lane) 4 Vitalia Voice | August 2017

learns her husband is cheating on her from a writer whom she gave a bad review, her life is turned upside down. In an attempt to bring her out of a deep depression, her best friend, Patti (Sandra Oh), encourages Frances to take a tour of Italy. During the trip, the new divorcée impulsively decides to purchase a rural Tuscan villa and struggles to start her life anew amid colorful local characters, including the handsome Marcello (Raoul Bova).

Vitalia’s Taste of Fitness Saturday, August 19th | 10am-12pm | Ballroom

Hosted by Vitalia Fitness Instructors & the Wellness Committee. Come meet the fabulous fitness team and see their class demonstrations. Over 12 classes offered with 9 instructors. There will be healthy food samples, recipes, and door prizes! Explore what our fitness programs have to offer! This is a FREE event!

Friday Night Summer Dance Series with Essence of Motown featuring The Temptations Friday, August 25th | 6:30pm-9:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom | $10

Join us for our third Friday Night Summer Dance Series of the season with Larry Johnson’s Essence of Motown featuring Richard Street, former lead singer of The Temptations - one of the originals of “Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone.” The group brings together the excitement of good vocals, choreography and genre versatility. ALL tickets are just $10! Doors open at 6pm.

LIFESTYLES EVENTS TICKET SALE INFORMATION The main ticket sale for August Lifestyles events will be Monday, August 7th in the Ballroom from 9am-11am.

This month’s Ticket Sale will INCLUDE Trivia tickets for September 8th and 16th, October 13th and 21st, and November 11th and 17th.

For your convenience the Ballroom will be used for waiting. Please pick up a deli ticket when you enter the Ballroom; we will start calling numbers promptly at 9am.

Payment can be made by check (made payable to Vitalia HOA) OR credit card. Residents will need to present their Vitalia ID badges in order to purchase a ticket. The first two weeks of sales, tickets will be for Vitalia residents only (unless otherwise specified).

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out & about Fitness Classes Current class schedules are available in the lobby and on the website calendar at VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com.

All classes are held in the Shoreside Aerobics Studio, unless otherwise specified.

Abs & More!

Thursdays | 10am

30 minutes of abdominal exercise combined with 20 minutes of a different target area each week (i.e.: arms, legs, back). You know you need to exercise your belly, but usually avoid it. So come join this class and check it off of your “to do list.” Core abdominal strength is essential for balance, strength, posture, coordination, and directly supports lower back strength. Participants must be able to get up and down from the floor for this class.

equipment. Group exercise provides a motivating atmosphere that is conducive to working out! Any fitness level is welcome.

H20 Pilates at Sunset Beach Pool Tuesdays | 10am

Non-impact strengthening and stretching movements that require precise breathing and muscle control. Practicing Pilates in the water develops trunk stabilization, enhances muscle strength, helps correct posture and relieves stress.

Aquacise at Sunset Beach Pool

Line Dancing

Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10am

Mondays | 12:15pm Fridays | 10:30am

An excellent cardio and strength workout for all levels by utilizing water weights, aqua gloves and noodles to achieve a very unique workout. Swimming is not required.

Beginner Line Dancing Mondays | 6:30pm

Studies have shown line dancing to be a great help in areas of memory, balance and cardiovascular. Plus it’s fun!

Core Strength Mondays | 10am

A safe yet effective, non-impact exercise class designed to strengthen the CORE muscles of the body while increasing flexibility and range of motion. Improve strength, posture, balance and coordination. A strong foundation is a key component to prevent injury, reduce back pain and enhance your activities of daily living. Modifications will be given to ensure safety and to cater to all levels.

Core & Stretch Fridays | 12pm

A combo class focused on Core Strength and flexibility.

Two essential ingredients for a long, happy and healthy life! Build strength and endurance without any negative impact on the body, then top it off with 30 minutes of feel good stretching. All levels are welcome.

Group X Toning Fridays | 8:30am

Take your workout to the next level. This class is designed to strengthen and sculpt every major muscle group utilizing hand weights and/or barbells and other 6 Vitalia Voice | August 2017

Line dance is a choreographed dance with a repeated sequence of steps in which a group of people dance in one or more lines or rows, all facing either each other or in the same direction, and executing the steps at the same time.

Pilates Wednesdays | 5pm

The content of each class is dictated by the bodies that attend it. Want to fix your sciatica; Scoliosis; or Stenosis?

Don’t have any injuries and wanna keep it that way?

Learn how to stack yourself with integrity (perfect posture) so you can build strength and power wherever you need it.

Sit & Fit Tuesdays | 11:30am | See Online Calendar for Location

Chair exercises effectively assist individuals to exercise and move without putting undo pressure or strain on their bodies. This class builds endurance and develops coordination and balance. A variety of equipment may be used such as bands, balls and other equipment.

Step & Tone Wednesdays | 8am

This is a form of aerobic power distinguished from other types of aerobic exercise by its use of an elevated platform (the step). It helps burn calories, reduce stress, promote restful sleep, and strengthen muscles. Incorporating both upper and lower body movements together will improve your coordination and agility, and the constant push up onto the step will increase leg strength.

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out & about Fitness Classes

Local & Beyond

Stretch

Bob Hope: An American Treasure

Wednesdays | 10am & 11:15am

Tuesday, August 1st through Sunday, November 26th The Elliott Museum, 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart

Lengthen and strengthen your muscles, increase flexibility, reduce stress, and allow your body the time to relax and rebuild. Relieve joint pain, muscle soreness, and avoid injury. Stretching improves balance, posture and coordination, increases cardiovascular endurance, adds strength for daily activities, and prolongs life. Modifiers will be given for all levels - chairs can be used for assistance.

This Elliott Museum exhibit is presented by the World Golf Hall of Fame. It celebrates Bob Hope’s comedic contributions, his achievements in the world of entertainment, his famous friends and friendships and his passion for golf. For more information, visit www. elliottmuseum.org or call 772-225-1961.

Swing Dance

30th Anniversary - Dancin’ in the Streets

Thursdays | 6:30pm-7:30pm

Saturday, August 19th | 3pm-12am | Downtown Stuart Price: Advance General Admission Tickets - $15; Day of Event Tickets - $20

$40 per person (for 4 classes), payable directly to the instructor, Jean Kulhan. Includes swing dance, the fox trot, and the waltz. Walk-ins welcome. No partner needed.

Yoga Blend Tuesdays & Thursdays | 4pm

The perfect blend of yoga, yin, and balance to relax your mind and soul.

Yoga

This is the longest-running music festival in Martin County.

There will be five stages with over 20 bands and a national headliner. The streets of Downtown Stuart shut down and the community comes out for a day of live musical performances, food, drinks, vendors, kids activities and of course – dancin’ in the streets! For more information, visit www.stuartdancininthestreets.com.

A Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald: At 2 Locations

Saturdays | 8am

This class promotes balance, relaxation, flexibility, and strength through postures and breathing techniques.

Zumba Thursdays | 9am

Incorporates Latin and international music and dance with a blended balance of cardio and muscle toning.

Zumba Gold Tuesdays | 8am

Introduces easy-to-follow choreography focusing on balance, range of motion, and coordination. Modified Zumba that recreates original moves at a lower-intensity.

The Scott Center for Performing Arts, Melbourne: Saturday, August 26th at 7pm | Vero Beach High School for Performing Arts: Sunday, August 27th at 3pm

This swinging tribute to Ella Fitzgerald – in celebration of her 100th birthday – presents some of the most glorious songs that she made her own, including Blues in the Night and They Can’t Take That Away from Me. You’ll also hear top hits by her sister jazz greats, including Dinah Washington, Billie Holiday, and Sarah Vaughan. Jazz great Linda Cole joins your Space Coast Symphony Jazz Orchestra to pay tribute to Ella! $20 advance tickets for adults are available through the orchestra website at www.

SpaceCoastSymphony.org. Tickets at the door are $25.

Arts & Crafts Classes Serti Silk Painting August 14th, 15th, 21st and 22nd (four class session) 9am-11am | Biscayne Room | $25

Debbie is offering this very popular class again in August so more residents can learn this fantastic art form! The Serti technique is an easy way of painting on silk fabric. It’s actually a dye so it doesn’t alter the texture of the fabric; you will still feel the lovely softness of the silk. When your project is finished you can use it as a scarf, mount it on canvas to use as wall art, or have it made into a beautiful pillow. There are so many ways to use this fabulous art form! All supplies are included. Class fills up quickly! Class size is limited to 8 people.

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out & about Club/Group Meeting & Contact List Club/Group

Day

Time

Room

Contact

Phone

Email

Art Club

Mondays Wednesdays

1:30pm 9:30am

BR BR

Ricky Stephens

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sendaheartart@gmail.com

Basketball Club

Mondays Wednesdays

5pm 2pm

Basketball Court

Jim Loughlin

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jloughlin44@gmail.com

Bingo

4th Sunday

7pm

GTB

Helen Penzel Rick Dixon

772-345-4225 -

rdixon@vitaliaattraditionhoa.com

Bocce

Saturdays

9am

Courts

Greg

772-345-9267

get300zx@aol.com

Book Club Chapters: More Than a Book Club Mystery Book Club Vitalia Book Club

4th Thursday 1st Thursday 2nd Tuesday

10am 4pm 9:30am

AR AR AR

Janet Taylor Susan O’Dell Adrian Goetz

941-209-2948 860-462-7211 772-345-2294

jct6619@gmail.com susanannodell@hotmail.com gba1255@aol.com

Bowling

Tuesdays

1:30pm

SuperPlay USA

Ronda Sadowsky

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ronda.sadowsky@gmail.com

Bridge Club

Thursdays

1pm

AR

Cindy Loney

772-345-3443

clloney50@gmail.com

Bunco

2nd Sunday

6:45pm

GTB

Sue Ann Goldman

772-345-2460

bobsue@htcplus.net

Car Club

3rd Wednesday

8:30am

Clubhouse Parking Lot

Gregory Trentacoste Richard Clinton

732-539-9110 240-876-1990

get300zx@aol.com richardsteph67@yahoo.com

Club Amici

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Carol Ritz

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ritzcsp@aol.com

Co-Ed Dart Club

Mondays & Wednesdays

6:45pm

BDR

Brian Stadtler

772-345-2772

bstadtler@gmail.com

Cook’s Corner

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cookscornervitalia@gmail.com

Cornhole Club

3rd Sunday

6:30pm

GTB

Gail Gwodz Milly Katzenbach

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gwodz@bellsouth.net millynick01@yahoo.com

Dart Club

Tuesdays

7pm

BDR

Mike Mamo

772-345-0561

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Dogs & Cats Forever

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Kathy Pachuta

772-345-2311

mirage0204@htcplus.net

FAN Club

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Cathy Powers

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cathy@powersnetwork.com

Genealogy Club

2nd Friday

1pm

AR

Flo Giltman

772-345-9150

lgiltma1@gmail.com

Good News Bible Study

Wednesdays

11am

AR

Kathy Simon

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finefeather1983@gmail.com

Hand & Foot

Thursdays

1pm

BR

Bob Goldman

772-345-2460

bobsue@htcplus.net

Juliets

2nd Thursday

1pm

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Carla Mansfield Shelley Deixler

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cbenz21@aol.com shell842@gmail.com

Investment Club

3rd Tuesday

3pm

AR

Linda Gausten

772-345-6669

lgausten@yahoo.com

Knit One, Crochet Too

Thursdays

7pm

AR

Marjorie Weiss

772-345-9382

weisderr@gmail.com

LOVe Hadassah

1st Tuesday

10:30am

GTB

Ruth Webster

772-345-0464

raisy312@gmail.com

Mahjong Club

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Shelley Deixler

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shell842@gmail.com

Men’s 8 Ball League of Vitalia

Wednesdays & Thursdays

7pm

BBR

Jerry Warrener Bill Sheehan

610-283-1534 302-841-8664

jdub919@outlook.com bill@sheehan3.com

Men’s Golf

Mondays

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-

Steve Tuckman

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tuck61494@gmail.com

Men’s Water Volleyball

T, W & Sat.

9am

CP

Phil Savader

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philsavader@aol.com

Music Lovers Club

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Mark Rosenbaum Lynette Polo

631-796-7651 -

musicloversclub4u@aol.com

Petanque

Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays

5pm 9am 5pm

Courts Courts Courts

Steve Serafino

772-345-9185

sserafino@yahoo.com

Pickleball Club

Daily

6am/4pm

Courts

Jim Nelson

772-345-6275

viking01@bellsouth.net

Pilates Club

Tuesdays Thursdays Saturdays

5:30pm 5:30pm 9:30am

SAS

Deb D’Andrea

720-215-2860

treasurecoastpilates@gmail.com

Ping Pong Club

Wednesdays Fridays

7pm 1pm

GTB GTB

Jim Follin

-

jimfollin@gmail.com

Pinochle

Fridays

6pm

BR

Bob Goldman

772-345-2460

bobsue@htcplus.net

Red Hot Seasons

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Sue Ann Goldman

772-345-2460

bobsue@htcplus.net

To be included on this list or update your club’s information, email vitalia@overflowdg.com. | See monthly calendar for Room Key

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out & about Club/Group Meeting & Contact List Club/Group

Day

Time

Room

Contact

Phone

Email

Samba Club

Tuesdays Saturdays

6:30pm 1pm

AR AR

Marie Ferrazzano Kathleen Primavera

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martenn1445@gmail.com kathyprimavera@bellsouth.net

Single’s Club

1st Saturday 3rd Wednesday

6pm 5pm

AR

Susan O’Dell

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susanannodell@hotmail.com

Sports Fans Club

2nd Monday

4:30pm

AR

Ron Shandler

540-815-0643

vitalia@ronshandler.com

Stickball

Sundays

8am

Courts

Phil Savader

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philsavader@aol.com

Sunset Beach Tiki Bar Sunday

Sundays

1pm

SP

Tricia Buonomo Jane Caravan

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tbbuonomo@hotmail.com j.caravan@yahoo.com

Sunshine Club

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Susan O’Dell

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sunshinevitalia@gmail.com

Tennis Club - Open Play Men’s Doubles

M, W, F Sundays Tues./Thurs.

M, T, W, F Thursdays

7:30am 8am/4pm 7am/8am 8:30am 4pm

Courts Courts Courts Courts Courts

Bob Memis Gayle Deighan

772-345-5857 561-512-5101

robertmemis@gmail.com tennisgayle@gmail.com

TLC Women’s Bible Study

Thursdays

10:30am

AR

Diane Harrington

772-345-9054

harr2888@gmail.com

Travel Club of Vitalia

Quarterly

11am

GTB

Carolyn Fedor

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njflcarolyn@aol.com

Veterans Club

3rd Saturday

8:30am

BR

Dave Martin

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smedley821@gmail.com

Vitalia Players Club

1st Monday

7pm

AR

Karen Beard

317-697-9217

henkar2@gmail.com

Women’s Doubles Women’s Open Play

To be included on this list or update your club’s information, email vitalia@overflowdg.com. | See monthly calendar for Room Key

Art Club

Bingo

Wednesdays | 9:30am-12:30pm | Biscayne Room

Sunday, August 27th | 7pm | Grand Treasure Ballroom

Our meetings are relaxing, satisfying and fun. All are welcome from beginners to experienced. We work independently in all mediums and help each other improve. There is no instructor; bring your own supplies.

Occasionally there are watercolor demonstrations. For updates and information, email Ricky at sendaheartart@ gmail.com or call 239-682-6532.

Mosaics & Crafts Mondays | 1:30pm-5:30pm | Biscayne Room

You are welcome to join us to create an art project. You bring your project such as jewelry making, crafts or mosaics. We have supplies to create mosaics; you bring the article you wish to mosaic, such as a tray, glass dish or small glass tabletop. Contact Polly Lasher, 772-345-9228 or Ricky Stephens, 239-682-6532.

Basketball Club Mondays at 7pm | Basketball Court

Join us every Monday evening for some hoops at 7pm on the Basketball Court. We play 21, horse, etc. On the first Monday of each month, there are fun team competitions for everyone to enjoy. If you can make a layup or free throw every now and then, you are qualified! For more information, contact the Commish, Jim Loughlin at jlouthlin44@gmail.com.

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Join us for a friendly night of BINGO. Win great prizes and have some fun. The cost is $5 at the door, and as always coffee, tea, and snacks will be there for you to enjoy.

Bocce/Petanque Bocce: Saturdays at 9am | Petanque: Mondays at 5pm, Tuesdays at 9am, Wednesdays at 5pm

Bocce is an Italian game played between 2 teams of 4 players max with 8 large balls and 1 small target ball.

Petanque is a French game played with metal balls and 1 small ball. The object of both games is to get as close to the small ball as possible. Maximum number of players: 8 per court. Contacts: Greg at get300zx@aol.com or 772-345-9267 for Bocce and Steve Serafino at sserafino@yahoo.com or 772-345-9185 for Petanque.

Book Club Chapters

More Than a Book Club Thursday, August 24th | 10am | Biscayne Room

This month’s book is The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. Writer Juliet Ashton is looking for her next book’s subject. She finds it in a letter from a man from Guernsey and uncovers a society born on a spur-of-the-moment alibi when its members were discovered breaking curfew by the Germans. Juliet begins correspondence with the society’s members and the impact

out & about Club / Group the recent German occupation has had on their lives. She sets sail for Guernsey; what she finds will change her forever. On September 28th, we’ll discuss The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls. Contact: Janet Taylor, jct6619@gmail.com.

Mystery Book Club Thursday, August 3rd | 4pm | Augustine Room

Do you love mysteries? Can’t wait until the end of a book to find out “who did it?” Then this club is for you!

Join the Mystery Book Club! Contact Susan O’Dell at susanannodell@hotmail.com. The book this month is The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware. The book for September 7th is A Fine Year for Murder by Lauren Carr.

Vitalia Book Club Tuesday, August 8th | 9:30am | Augustine Room

This month the book is News of the World by Paulette Jiles.

In the aftermath of the American Civil War, an aging itinerant news reader agrees to transport a young captive of the Kiowa back to her people in this morally complex, multi-layered novel of historical fiction, from the author of Enemy Women, that explores the boundaries of family, responsibility, honor, and trust. Upcoming Books: September 12th - Here On Earth

by Alice Hoffman; October 10th - The Girl You Left Behind by Jo Jo Moyes; and November 14th - The Widow of Wall Street

by Randy Susan Meyers. Contact Adrian Goetz at 772-3452294 or gba1255@aol.com.

Bowling Club Tuesdays | 1:30pm Superplay USA, 1600 NW Courtyard Cir., Port St. Lucie

Residents meet at the bowling alley to enjoy 1-3 games. The ball and shoes are included in the $2 per game price (cash).

Just look for your neighbors and join the fun. We do not have teams and novice to experienced are all welcome.

Bridge Club Thursdays | 1pm-4pm | Augustine Room

Bridge players...join us for Co-ed Party Bridge on Thursdays from 1pm-4pm at the Captiva Club. All levels are welcome!

For more information or questions, contact Cindy Loney at 772-345-4333 or clloney50@gmail.com.

Bunco Sunday, August 13th | 6:45pm-8:45pm | Ballroom

Please bring $5 in small bills. We appreciate all your help in letting us know who is coming. Please contact Sue Ann at 772-345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus.net with any questions.

Car Club Wednesday, August 16th | 8:30am | Clubhouse Parking Lot

The Vitalia Car Club is open to all residents. We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 8:30am to drive to breakfast.

Those who have vehicles of interest, all makes and models, or anyone that is interested in joining other residents to participate in car related events, can participate. In addition, we’ll be going to and participating in car shows periodically.

For more information, contact Gregory Trentacoste at get300zx@aol.com or 732-539-9110 or Richard Clinton at richardsteph67@yahoo.com or 240-876-1990.

Club Amici’s San Gennaro Fest Saturday, September 23rd | 6pm-9:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Club Amici will celebrate the exciting San Gennaro Fest and the menu will include a main meat course served at your table.

Please bring one dish to share with tablemates. Dance to our favorites - Tony and Holly! Tickets will be on sale August 1st at 9am. More details will be sent by email. Please save November 10th for the most amazing Club Amici event ever held – The People’s Tenor, Michael Amante in concert! The most talked about tenor since Pavarotti is coming to Vitalia. You must be there to hear Broadway, Italian Opera and Rock & Roll. Tickets go on sale September 6th at noon! Contacts: vanderhr@bellsouth.net; LLLdixon@yahoo.com; ritzcsp@aol.com.

Cooks Corner If you’re interested in cooking or just enjoy watching a chef prepare a delicious meal, then the Cooks Corner is the club for you. There is a one-time fee of $10. Cuisine 256 Catering will be preparing for your pleasure, crepes three ways: Crepes Suzette, Crepes with a French Savory Chicken Filling, and Crepes with Nutella, Cream, and Strawberries on Tuesday, August 15th at 6pm. The cost is $30. Cooks Corner will dine at Pineapple Jack’s Bistro in Jensen Beach on Tuesday, August 22nd at 5:30pm and the cost is $20.

Contact Susan O’Dell at cookscornervitalia@gmail.com for more information.

Friends and Neighbors of Education (FAN) Club Karaoke/Dance Nights Sunday, August 6th | 6:30pm-8:30pm | Ballroom

The FAN Club invites you to Karaoke/Dance Night. Doors August 2017 | Vitalia Voice 11

out & about Club / Group open at 6pm. The price is only $5 at the door. BYOB. Pot of Gold. Proceeds support early literacy for young children in Port St. Lucie. Gather your neighbors to perform as a group, sing a solo, or come and dance with our fabulous DJ Dona!

For more information, please contact Cathy Powers at 772345-2486 or at cathy@powersnetwork.com.

Genealogy Club The Genealogy Club will not meet in August. Our next scheduled meeting is September 8th at 1pm. The club’s focus is on the study of families and the tracing of lineages and history utilizing historical records, oral information, genetic analysis, computer based tools, and software. We assist each other and those new to Genealogy on how to begin their search. Come join us in carving out a place for one’s family in the larger historical picture. Meetings are held the second Friday of the month, starting back in September. If you’re interested in joining or would like information, contact Flo Giltman at lgiltma1@gmail.com.

Good News Bible Study Wednesdays | 11am-12pm | Augustine Room

We’re an interactive Bible-based group studying the Old and New Testaments. Lessons are from Scripture, DVD series, and current events. All are welcome regardless of faith or background. For more information, please contact Kathy Simon at 352-238-5472 or finefeather1983@gmail.com or Doug Farrone at 954-214-2591 or dougfarrone@htcplus.net.

Hand & Foot Thursdays | 1pm-4pm | Biscayne Room

Join us for a fun afternoon. Beginners and experienced players are welcome. Please contact Bob Goldman at 772345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus.net.

Investment Club Tuesday, August 15th | 3pm | Biscayne Room

We’re a peer-to-peer discussion forum for residents who invest, or are interested in investing, in the stock market.

Meetings include discussions on risk, portfolio construction, asset classes, performance, wealth management, annuities, reverse mortgages, and a general analysis and discussion of individual stocks and the economy. You don’t have to be an expert to be part of this club. All residents are welcome. For information, contact Linda Gausten at lgausten@yahoo.com.

Juliets Hope you all are having a fantastic summer! Get ready for 12 Vitalia Voice | August 2017

the Juliets’ luncheon to return for the season in September.

The Juliets have a wonderful itinerary planned for the coming year. On September 7th, we will be going to Sailor’s Return in Stuart. Please see your September Vitalia Voice for more information on the luncheon.

Knit One, Crochet Too Club Thursdays | 7pm-8pm | Augustine Room

All are welcome to be with us to share all types of creative projects in fiber arts: knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, cross stitch, quilting, and sewing. We teach new folks or assist those who are coming back to a craft after years away. Conversation is lively and friendships happen. There are many summer weight yarns perfect for making things for our climate. Many of our members support charitable organizations with their handcrafted items. For more information, contact Margie at weisderr@gmail.com or Doryne at 772-345-9177.

Ladies of Vitalia (LOVe) Hadassah Tuesday, August 1st | 10:30am | Grand Treasure Ballroom

Hadassah meets on the first Tuesday monthly. Everyone is welcome to our events. We’ll hold a Lunch & Game Day on August 1st. On September 5th, we’ll show Visions of Israel. The video is an aerial pilgrimage to Israel (Holy Land to three major religions) and includes the Western Wall, Temple Mount, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and exotic seaside resorts, beaches and desert. Narration by Itzhak Perlman. Save the date, September 30th, for our annual Break the Fast. Hadassah has cancelled the cruise planned for January 27, 2018. Thank you to our neighbors/friends for their continued support.

Men’s 8-Ball League Wednesdays & Thursdays | 6:30pm-10pm

At present we cannot take on more players, but if you are interested in being part of the club, we can have a meeting with all interested Pool Shooters and create another day and time for all to play. Anyone interested, please email Jerry, jdub919@outlook.com; Bill, bill@sheehan3.com; or Mike, nstrong@bellsouth.net. As soon as we get enough interest, a meeting will be set up. Please include your name, email address, and phone number.

Music Lovers Club Saturday, August 12th | Doors Open at 6:30pm | Ballroom

The Music Lovers Club will celebrate our 4th Anniversary.

BYOB event, featuring a DJ as well as live music.

out & about Club / Group Sandwiches will be served and there will be fun and surprises galore! The cost is only $10 per person (subsidized by the club) and, as always, new members are always welcome. For additional information or reservations, please contact Carol Rizzo, Committee Chairperson, at 772-3451843 or carolriz1228@aol.com.

Pickleball Club Open Play Daily | 6am & 7pm

Come join the fun on our beautiful pickleball courts. We’re having a great time with open play morning and night, as well as welcoming other communities for some fun competition. If you’ve never picked up a paddle, free private lessons are available from Kevin Schuler (772-345-6216) or LJ Miller (772-345-2111). To become a member of the club and be added to our mailing list, contact Dore Handy at 772345-6221 or drbh79@yahoo.com.

Pilates Club Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5:30pm | Saturdays at 9:30am

The purpose of the Pilates Club is to further wellness and camaraderie between like-minded residents. Pilates helps develop strength, flexibility, posture and enhances mental awareness. The use of hand weights and/or the Pilates Rings is optional. Weights are supplied by Vitalia; rings are purchased personally. Deb D’Andrea, the Club Chairperson, is a certified Pilates instructor. For more information on the club, please contact Deb at treasurecoastpilates@gmail.com.

Ping Pong Club Wednesdays at 7pm | Fridays at 1pm | Ballroom

Table tennis continues to grow in Vitalia. Our third table is here and we have all levels of players, from the very inexperienced to the very skilled. We play in the Ballroom every Wednesday at 7pm and every Friday at 1pm. Come join us for some ping pong fun!

Pinochle Fridays | 6pm | Demo Kitchen

Join both beginner and experienced players for an evening out playing Pinochle! Contact Bob Goldman at 772-3452460 or bobsue@htcplus.net for further information.

Red Hot Seasons - Vitalia’s Red Hat Group Wednesday, August 16th | 12:30pm Friendly’s, 230 NW Peacock Blvd.

A Red Hot Seasons Lady is a woman who wants to have fun and enjoy friendship with other women. Ladies dress

in purple and wear red hats. Dues: $10 per year. For information on the group, contact Helen Penzel at 772345-4225. In August, we’ll meet at Friendly’s for lunch and an ice cream sundae. We’ll also choose an activity: Duffy’s, bowling, miniature golf, etc. RSVP to Linda Pixton by August 12th at 240-375-5661 or lindapixton@ gmail.com and tell her what activity you would like to do.

Samba Club Tuesdays | 6:30pm-9:30pm | Augustine Room Saturdays | 1pm-4pm | Augustine Room

If you like to play Hand & Foot and Poker, this is the game for you. We have lots of fun and enjoy one another’s company. For more information, contact Marie Ferrazzano at martenn1445@gmail.com.

Single’s Club Saturday, August 5th | 6pm TiramisÙ, 187 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta (near Jupiter)

Join the Single’s Club for monthly activities and make new friends. The goal of the club is for singles to meet, make friends, and do activities together outside of the club. Join us for dinner. RSVP to Susan O’Dell at susanannodell@hotmail.com for reservation purposes.

The Singles Club will now also meet the third Wednesday of the month from 5pm-6:30pm in the Augustine Room.

Sports Fans of Vitalia There will be no formal meeting in August; however, you can join our group at the St. Lucie Mets game on Tuesday, August 29th at 6:30pm. For those who belong to the Silver Sluggers group, this is the last Tuesday home game of the season. Find our club members sitting in Section 206. For more information, contact Ron Shandler at vitalia@ronshandler.com.

Sunshine Club All Sunshine Club memberships will need to renew for the July 1st-June 30th membership year. The forms are located in the Clubhouse by the receptionist. Contact Sue Ann Goldman at bobsue@htcplus.net with any hospitalizations, or any deaths of neighbors, or family of neighbors.

Tennis Club Check the Sports Bulletin Board for Weekly Court Assignments and Availability

The Tennis Club was formed with the following objectives: August 2017 | Vitalia Voice 13

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To promote the enjoyment of tennis to all residents.

To make recommendations regarding facilities, conditions, accommodations and maintenance for tennis.

To make available means for improving tennis skills.

To arrange for tournaments, outings and socials within Vitalia and at other local tennis facilities.

We have started a Friday Tennis Social on the first Friday of each month with a 5:30pm start time. All men and women players are welcome to join in the fun. If you have any questions or want to join our club, contact Bob Memis at 772-345-5857 or Gayle Deighan at 561-512-5101.

TLC Women’s Bible Study Touching Ladies for Christ

Travel Club of Vitalia Tuesday, August 8th | 11am-12pm | Grand Treasure Ballroom

Join us for our guest speaker from Norwegian Cruise Line, featuring an informative presentation and update on “CUBA” and some cruise specials. There will be door prizes. Contact Carolyn Fedor at 772-618-5332.

Veterans Club Saturday, August 19th | 8:30am-10am | Biscayne Room

The purpose of our club is to promote patriotic events, provide guidance and assistance to veterans in this community, and assist in obtaining needed social and medical attention from proper veteran agencies. We meet on the third Saturday of the month with coffee and bagels. Contact David Martin at smedley821@gmail.com.

Vitalia Players Theatre Club

Thursdays | 10:30am | Augustine Room

You’re welcome to join this non-denominational/interdenominational Bible Study. This group of amazing and loving women are seeking to learn about God, why He created us, and how we can have an awesome personal relationship with His Son, Jesus Christ. Through studying His Word we discover truths that encourage, comfort, and give hope and clear direction for our lives.

We also have fun socials planned throughout the year.

For more information, please contact Diane Harrington via email at harr2888@gmail.com, or call 772-345-9054 (home) or 404-578-0437 (cell).

Monday, August 7th | 7pm-9pm | Augustine Room

Come join the Vitalia Players Theatre Club. There are opportunities to explore from technical theatre and production to performances, publicity, and house management. Save the dates November 4th and 5th for our Steel Magnolias play. Calling all men and women to help with this production and many to come. For questions, contact Karen Beard at 317-697-9217. Steel Magnolias Cast: Michele Hogan, Susan Olesch, Linda Pixton, Nan Rothschild, Carole West, and Carolyn Worline, with Joe Morano as Director.

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Vitalia Voice newsletter on Apple Blossom. We’re also looking for one volunteer for delivery to each of the following streets: Coral Tree, Trumpet Tree and Lingustrum. Please call Rick Dixon at 772-3453147 if you are willing to help. He is looking forward to his phone ringing off the hook!

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SUNSET TIKI BAR SUNDAYS Join us at 1pm every Sunday at the Tiki Bar by the Sunset Beach Pool. It’s a fun way to socialize with your neighbors and welcome new residents.

Membership is $5 per person for the calendar year.

Each member brings either food or a beverage to share.

Contact Tricia Buonomo, tbbuonomo@hotmail. com or Jane Caravan, j.caravan@yahoo.com.

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