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December 2019 | 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

877-221-6919

800-858-5933

www.TaylorMorrison.com/warranty/request Captiva Club Front Desk

772-800-2504

Captiva Club Fitness Desk

772-800-2503

VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com Security Guardhouse

772-345-4987

Driver’s License Department

772-337-5600

Florida City Gas

800-993-7546

Florida Power and Light

772-462-0555

Home Town Cable Plus

772-345-6000

Lawnwood Regional Medical Center

772-461-4000

Port St. Lucie Police Dept.

772-871-5000

Port St. Lucie Utilities

772-873-6400

(Emergency After Hours)

Port St. Lucie Utilities

Onsite Project Manager - Jeff Kauth: jkauth@taylormorrison.com Please contact Jeff if your new home issues are not being met by the Construction Superintendents or Customer Care.

All residents are welcome to attend any Vitalia Committee Meeting listed below.

Vitalia Advisory Committee Meet on 2nd Thursday at 10am in Ballroom Architectural Review Committee Meetings are announced via weekly eblast Buildings and Grounds Committee Meet 3rd Wednesday at 10am in Demo Kitchen Event Planning Committee Meeting on Monday, December 16th (in lieu of the 4th Monday this month) at 10am in Biscayne Room

HOA Website

Customer Care: 800-858-5933 Construction Gate Hours: 6:30am-6pm

Vitalia Committees

Email: customerservice@evergreen-LM.com Taylor Morrison Customer Care

Taylor Morrison

Financial Advisory Committee Meets 2nd Thursday at 9am in Ballroom Landscaping Committee 1st Tuesday this month at 9am in Augustine Room Security Advisory Committee Meet 4th Tuesday at 10am in Augustine Room Storm Preparedness Committee Meet 4th Wednesday at 10am in Ballroom Transition Committee Meetings are announced via weekly eblast Welcome Committee Meet as needed

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 •

Bill DeBeck: wdebeck@traditioncdd5.com

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Rick Dixon: rdixon@traditioncdd5.com

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Chris King: cking@traditioncdd5.com

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Cathy Powers: cpowers@traditioncdd5.com

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Frank Webster: fwebster@traditioncdd5.com

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 Melissa Piotter, Lifestyles Director, at mpiotter@evergreen-LM. com. January submissions are due on Sunday, December 1st.

Newsletter Distribution Volunteers If you volunteered to distribute newsletters to the residents, please pick up your copies of the January Vitalia Voice on Friday, December 27th, between 9am-5pm at the Captiva Club.

lifestyles

Happy Holidays Vitalia! Staff Spotlight: Amanda Davis

and develop into the person she is today.

Amanda Davis (pictured below) is our newest Lifestyle attendant. She is 51 years of age and was born in Fort Pierce, FL, but raised in Blakey, GA. She is a wife, mother of four wonderful adult sons, grandmother to nine grandchildren, and she has two dogs.

Melissa Piotter LCAM Lifestyles Director

She loves exploring new things and meeting new people. Her greatest pleasure is being around family and friends. Amanda’s educational and work experiences have allowed her many opportunities to grow

mpiotter@ evergreen-LM.com 772-800-2505

Fitness Room Tutorials Want to start working out but not sure how to use the equipment? Attend one of our free fitness room tutorials for residents. This is a great opportunity to meet our personal trainers and learn how to use the equipment in the fitness room. You can also learn about our personal training services. No sign-up is required. Terri will be teaching the tutorial on Monday, December 9th at 12pm and Donna will be leading the tutorial on Saturday, January 11th at 12pm. I hope you enjoy this wonderful season and time with family and friends. Happy Holidays!

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out & about Lifestyles Residents may bring their own beverage to any event. If the seating is theatre style ALL beverages must be in a closed container with a lid.

Annual Toys for Tots Drive Drop Off at the Captiva Club Now Through December 8th

Bring the joy of Christmas to less fortunate children. This year we’ll be collecting all unwrapped toys for our Annual Toys for Tots Toy Drive in the Captiva Club lobby until Sunday, December 8th. Toys are welcome for all age groups; however, we have been asked this year to focus on teenagers (specifically 14-15 year olds). Suggested items: sports gear (footballs, basketballs, soccer balls, etc.), bikes, curling irons, blow dryers, Lego building kits, science related gifts, art supplies, etc. Please make sure that all toys are new and unwrapped. Thank you in advance for supporting this toy drive and brightening a child’s holiday.

Twosome Putting Tournament Championship Friday, December 6th | 9am | Putting Green

Come out to support all of the 2019 quarterly Putting Tournament winners while they compete in the final putting green tournament of the year. This tournament is for bragging rights as 2019 Championship Winners. For more information, contact Barry Gans at gansclan@ bellsouth.net.

Homemade for the Holidays - Featuring the Stuart Community Band *Tickets on Sale at the Front Desk* Sunday, December 8th | 4pm-6pm | Doors Open at 3:30pm $10 Per Person Grand Treasure Ballroom (Theatre-Style Seating)

The Stuart Community Concert Band celebrates 100+ years of music. From 18 members in 1914 to over 55 members today, the Stuart Community Concert Band has provided music for residents of the Treasure Coast for 100 years. Join us for this year’s holiday concert featuring wind ensemble music. Among the selections performed will be Sleigh Ride, A Christmas Festival (a sing along) and a Christmas Spectacular.

Trivia Friday, December 13th, Friday, December 20th and Saturday, December 21st | 7pm | Doors Open at 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom | $5

Join your friends and neighbors, and test your knowledge on a variety of categories. Team captain may purchase tickets 4 Vitalia Voice | December 2019

for the table, a total of 8 tickets per team; all names must be given when purchased. Please 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, the Lifestyles Team will help assign you to a table. Residents only please. Note: Residents will be required to select a date (12/13, 12/20 OR 12/21) 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.

Free Movie Night: The Lion King Friday, December 27th | 7pm | Doors Open at 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom | No RSVP Required

Popcorn provided. BYOB and snacks and enjoy the show! Movie is rated PG (for peril, thematic elements and violence), 118 minutes, a drama/adventure directed by Jon Favreau, and starring Donald Glover, Beyoncé, Seth Rogen, John Oliver, Chiwetel Ejiofor, John Kani, James Earl Jones, Alfre Woodard, Keegan-Michael Key and JD McCrary. The Lion King is a 2019 American musical film produced by Walt Disney Pictures. It is a photorealistic liveaction remake of Disney’s traditionally animated 1994 film of the same name. Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny on the plains of Africa. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub’s arrival. Scar, Mufasa’s brother, and former heir to the throne, has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is soon ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba’s exile. Now, with help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba must figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his.

New Year’s Eve Gala *Tickets Available for Purchase from Jenny or Melissa* Tuesday, December 31st | 8:30pm-12:30am | Doors Open 8pm $80/Residents | $90/Guests Grand Treasure Ballroom (Reserved Seating)

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out & about Lifestyles 8pm-8:45pm (stationary and butlered), followed by a plated Caesar salad and sit down dinner with three choices of entrée including: Filet Mignon, Asiago Chicken or Mahi Mahi Piccata. All entrées will be served with mashed potatoes and green beans. End dinner with a decadent dessert and coffee. Beverages to include iced tea, water, coffee and a champagne toast at midnight. BYOAB (bring your own ADULT beverages)! By popular demand, Mystery Lane Band will return again this year and play all night until the countdown to 2020 at midnight!

pick up a deli ticket from the Lifestyles representative at the Front Desk. At 9am deli tickets will be available in the Ballroom. Numbers will start being called at 9am. One resident, in person, per table to purchase tickets. Payment can be made by check (made payable to Vitalia HOA) OR credit card. The first two weeks of ticket sales will be for Vitalia residents only (unless otherwise specified). If the event is not sold out within this time frame, residents may purchase tickets for adult guests.

Fitness Classes

Music on the Lawn: Dave and the Wave *Tickets on Sale December 2nd* Friday, January 17th | 2pm-4pm $5/ALL Tickets Seashell Pavilion Area (Open Lawn Seating)

Music on the Lawn is back! As the cooler temperatures are upon us, join us for an outdoor concert with Dave and the Wave. They’re one of the premier entertainment groups in South Florida. From Classic Rock to Mo Town to Smooth Jazz to R&B, Dave and the Wave does it all! Chairs are permitted to be set-up on the lawn near the Seashell Pavilion as early as 12pm. Staff and Event Planning Committee members will be collecting tickets and stamping your hand for admission.

Titans of Rock: Journey and Bon Jovi Tribute *Tickets on Sale December 2nd* Saturday, January 25th | 8pm-9:30pm | Doors Open at 7:30pm $15/ALL Tickets Grand Treasure Ballroom (Theatre-Style Seating)

Some of the most iconic rock songs came from the bands Journey and Bon Jovi. The tunes, Don’t Stop Believin’ and Wanted Dead Or Alive, are two of the greatest “encore” songs ever written. But you can’t see those bands like they were in their prime anymore, with Steve Perry in Journey, and big hair Bon Jovi with the fringe jacket and explosive stage moves and fun 80’s vibe...can you?! The Titans Of Rock Concert Experience is a Journey and Bon Jovi show that brings you back to those packed arenas when bands really put on a show. This is the tour you wish you could have seen, and now you can! This is one band that does both bands! Their singer looks and sounds just like the real thing and the band is all live! You won’t want to miss this performance!

TRIVIA & LIFESTYLES TICKET SALES

Current class schedules are available in the lobby and on VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com. All classes are held in the Shoreside Aerobics Studio, unless otherwise specified.

Abs & More! Thursdays | 10am

30 minutes of abdominal exercise with 20 minutes of a different target area each week (i.e., arms, legs, back). Abdominal strength is essential for balance, posture, coordination, and directly supports lower back strength. Participants must be able to get up and down from the floor.

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 posture, balance and coordination. A strong foundation is key to prevent injury, reduce back pain and enhance activities. Modifications will be given to ensure safety and cater to all.

Core & Stretch Fridays | 12pm

A combo class focused on core strength and flexibility. 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 | 8am

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 equipment.

Monday, December 2nd | 9am-11am | Ballroom

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out & about Fitness Classes Group exercise provides a motivating atmosphere that is conducive to working out! Any fitness level is welcome.

Line Dancing

constant push up onto the step will increase leg strength.

Strength Challenge Mondays | 8am

Beginner Class: Mondays at 6:30pm Intermediate Class: Fridays at 10:30am Advanced Class: Mondays at 12:15pm (Taking place in GTB on Monday, December 16th only)

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 each other or in the same direction, and executing the steps at the same time. Studies have shown line dancing to be a great help in areas of memory, balance and cardiovascular. Plus, it’s fun!

Sit & Fit Tuesdays at 11am | Thursdays at 11:30am | Ballroom

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

This class will help strengthen your knees, hips, legs, arms, shoulders, back, and core. This will help you maintain healthy bone mass and prevent age related muscle loss.

Stretch Wednesdays | 10am & 11:15am

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, and adds strength. Modifiers will be given for all - chairs can be used.

Yoga Tuesdays | 4pm Fridays | 9:15am Saturdays | 8am

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

Zumba

Wednesdays | 8am

This is a form of aerobic power distinguished 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

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 8am

Incorporates Latin and international music and dance with easy-to-follow choreography focusing on balance, range of motion, and coordination. Modified Zumba that recreates original moves at a lower-intensity.

Club / Group Meeting & Contact List Club/Group

Day

Time

Location

Contact

Phone

9 Ball League

Mondays

7pm

BBR

Gregory Trentacoste Mike Campagno

get300zx@aol.com mcpoppa.123@hotmail.com

Art Club - Mosaics & Crafts

Mondays

1:30pm

Ricky Stephens Polly Lasher

239-682-6532 772-345-9228

sendaheartart@gmail.com pollylasher@gmail.com

Art Club - Painting

Wednesdays

9:30am

Ricky Stephens

239-682-6532

sendaheartart@gmail.com

Basketball Club

Mondays

4pm

Court

Rob Budinsky

dldbud@aol.com

772-345-4225 -

rdixon@vitaliaattraditionhoa.com

Bingo

4th Sunday

7pm

GTB

Helen Penzel Rick Dixon

Bocce

Saturdays

9am

Courts

Greg

772-345-9267

get300zx@aol.com

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

4th Thursday 2nd Tuesday

10am 9:30am

BR AR

Janet Taylor Adrian Goetz

941-209-2948 772-345-2294

jct6619@gmail.com gba1255@aol.com

Bowling

Tuesdays

1:30pm

SuperPlay USA

Ronda Sadowsky

ronda.sadowsky@gmail.com

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

Location

Contact

Phone

Bridge

Wednesdays

1pm

Cindy Loney

772-345-4333

clloney50gmail.com

Bunco

2nd Sunday

6:30pm

GTB

Sue Ann Goldman Arlene & Bob Memis

772-345-2460 772-345-5857

bobsue@htcplus.net robertmemis@gmail.com

Car Club

Last Wednesday

Gregory Trentacoste Richard Clinton

732-539-9110 240-876-1990

get300zx@aol.com richardsteph67@yahoo.com

Club Amici

Linda Dixon Nancy Dandro

LLLdixon@yahoo.com clubamicivitalia@gmail.com

Club Sabor!

3rd Tuesday

7pm

GTB

Peter de la Concepcion Nella Lutrin Jean Delgado

305-588-8908 772-345-3559 703-965-4858

clubsaborvitalia@gmail.com

Co-Ed 8 Ball League

Tuesdays

1pm

BBR

Mike Campagno

mcpoppa.123@hotmail.com

Co-Ed Dart Club

Mondays

6pm

BDR

Brian Stadtler

772-345-2772

bstadtler@gmail.com

Co-Ed Water Volleyball

Mondays Fridays

9:30am 9:30am

Linda Wood Dinni Kubala

magictapping@gmail.com dinnimae@aol.com

Cook’s Corner

cookscornervitalia@gmail.com

Corn Hole Club

3rd Sunday

7pm

GTB

Diane Duhaime

dianerichard@comcast.net

Dart Club

Tuesdays

6:30pm

BDR

Mike Mamo

772-345-0561

Disc Golf Club

Wed. & Fri.

8:30am

Celso Fernandez Jim Follin

celso.fernandez@gmail.com jimfollin@gmail.com

FAN Club

Cathy Powers

772-345-2486

cathy@powersnetwork.com

Genealogy Club

2nd Friday

1pm

Janet Taylor

941-209-2948

jct6619@gmail.com

Good News Bible Study

Wednesdays

11am

Kathy Simon

finefeather1983@gmail.com

Hand & Foot

Thursdays

1pm

Bob Goldman

772-345-2460

bobsue@htcplus.net

cbenz21@aol.com shell842@gmail.com

Juliets

2nd Thursday

1pm

Carla Mansfield Shelley Deixler

Knit One, Crochet Too

Thursdays

7pm

Marjorie Weiss

772-345-9382

weisderr@gmail.com

LOVe Hadassah

1st Tuesday (brd mtg)

10am

Ruth Webster

772-345-0464

raisy312@gmail.com

Low Impact Aerobic Club

Saturdays

11am

SAS

Lori Storm Linda Rosenfeld

Lori.Storm56@gmail.com divaindemand@me.com

M&P Club

Mondays

6:30pm

Rita Atlas

atlas10@htcplus.net

Men’s Water Volleyball

T, W & Sat.

9am

Phil Savader

philsavader@aol.com

Monday Mahjong Club

Mondays

Cindy Turbitt

772-345-2115

cindyturbitt@bellsouth.net

631-796-7651 -

musicloversclub4u@gmail.com

Music Lovers Club

Mark Rosenbaum Lynette Polo

Petanque

Mon. & Wed. Tuesdays

5pm 9am

Courts Courts

Steve Serafino

772-345-9185

steveserafino@yahoo.com

Pickleball Club

Daily

7am/4pm

Courts

Ted Donaldson

772-342-3972

tedonald@icloud.com

Pilates Club

Tues. & Thurs. Saturdays

5:15pm 9:30am

SAS SAS

Susan Estrella

561-254-6736

pilatesvitalia@gmail.com

Pinochle

Fridays

5:30pm

Bob Goldman

772-345-2460

bobsue@htcplus.net

Red Hot Seasons

Sue Ann Goldman

772-345-2460

bobsue@htcplus.net

Samba Club

Tuesdays Saturdays

6:30pm 12:30pm

BR AR

Marie Ferrazzano Marji Mathieu

772-345-8656 561-313-5228

martenn1445@gmail.com mathu720@gmail.com

Security Advisory Comm.

4th Tuesday

10am

Dorene Harrison

702-340-4463

doreneharrison@gmail.com

Shuffleboard

Mon & Fri

8am

Dave

484-905-2431

Single’s Club

varies

off sight

Susan O’Dell

susanannodell@hotmail.com

Sports Fans Club

2nd Monday

4:30pm

Ron Shandler

540-815-0643

vitalia@ronshandler.com

Stickball

Sundays

9am

Courts

Phil Savader

philsavader@aol.com

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

Location

Contact

Phone

Sunset Beach Tiki Hut

2x per month

1pm

Tricia Buonomo

tbbuonomo@hotmail.com

Sunshine Club

Sue Ann Goldman

772-345-2460

bobsue@htcplus.net

Table Tennis Club

Wednesday

7pm

GTB

Jim Follin

jimfollin@gmail.com

Tennis Club Men’s Doubles

8:30am 8am

Women’s Doubles

Saturdays Sundays Tues. & Thurs. M, W, F

8:30am

Courts Courts Courts Courts

Bob Memis Gayle Deighan

772-345-5857 772-521-1084

robertmemis@gmail.com tennisgayle@gmail.com

Theatre Goers Club

Marie Ferrazzano

772-345-8656

martenn1445@gmail.com

TLC Women’s Bible Study

Thursdays

10:30am

Diane Harrington

772-345-9054

harr2888@gmail.com

Travel Club of Vitalia

Quarterly

11am

GTB

Carolyn Fedor

772-618-5332

info@vitaliatravelclub.com

Veterans Club

3rd Saturday

8:30am

Richard Clinton

240-876-1990

richardsteph67@yahoo.com

Vitalia 8 Ball Club

Wednesdays & Thursdays

7pm

BBR

Jerry Warrener Bill Sheehan

610-283-1534 302-841-8664

jdub919@outlook.com bill@sheehan3.com

Vitalia Fishing Club

1st Thursday

9am

Kathy Pachuta

772-345-2311

mirage0204@htcplus.net

Vitalia Men’s Horseshoe Club

Tuesdays Wednesdays

9am 6pm

Pits

Richard Clinton

240-876-1990

richardsteph67@yahoo.com

Vitalia Players Club

1st Monday

7pm

Marcia Buck

775-750-8966

marciambuck@aol.com

630-204-5511 703-915-6520 703-965-4858

7:30 & 8:30am

Vitalia Sharpshooters

3rd Tuesday

9am

GTB

Phil Saia Amado Delgado Jean Delgado

Vitalia Tai Chi Club

Mondays

2pm

SAS

Janet Taylor

jct6619@gmail.com

Vitalia Tech Club

4th Monday

2:30pm

GTB

Bob Heath

bheathfl@comcast.net

Vitalian Chess Club

Thursdays

4pm

Louis Moore

willoumoore@me.com

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

9 Ball League

Bingo

Mondays | 7pm | Beachside Billiard Room

Sunday, December 22nd | 7pm-9pm | Ballroom

The billiard game, 9 Ball, will be played by singles or teams. Teams will be based on “Random Pill Pick.” If there is an odd number of players during team play, any single player would be restricted from playing alone again over a 60-day period. Play is open to all residents and their guests (if space is available) with a maximum of 16 players in an evening. Contacts: Gregory Trentacoste at get300zx@aol.com or Mike Campagno at mcpoppa.123@hotmail.com.

Art Club For all Art Club events and meetings, contact Polly Lasher at pollylasher@gmail.com or 772-345-9228 or Ricky Stephens at sendaheartart@gmail.com or 239-682-6532. Crafts & Mosaics | Mondays | 1:30pm-5pm | Biscayne Room

Open crafts and mosaics day. Supplies provided (small fee); we’ll assist. Bring your own item to mosaic or bring your craft to work on. Painting | Wednesdays | 9:30am-12:30pm | Biscayne Room

Open painting or drawing day. Bring your supplies; we’ll assist. Plus, monthly Wednesday watercolor class (supplies included, small fee) announced via Nextdoor and email. 10 Vitalia Voice | December 2019

Come on down for a fun evening of bingo. No reservation is required; just pay $5 per person and you can also purchase a dauber for $1. Coffee, tea and snacks will be available.

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 steveserafino@yahoo.com or 772-345-9185 for Petanque.

Book Club Chapters

More Than a Book Club Thursday, December 5th

We will not be meeting on December 26th. We will have an offsite luncheon on December 5th. Details will

out & about Club / Group be emailed to members. Beginning on January 23rd the book club will be meeting in the Augustine Room at 10am. January’s book is A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles. Contact Janet Taylor at jct6619@gmail.com.

Vitalia Book Club Tuesday, December 10th | 9:30am | Augustine Room

This month we’ll be discussing To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee. The unforgettable novel of a childhood in a sleepy Southern town and the crisis of conscience that rocked it, To Kill A Mockingbird became both an instant bestseller and a critical success when it was first published in 1960. It went on to win the Pulitzer Prize in 1961 and was later made into an Academy Award-winning film, also a classic. Upcoming Books: January 14th - City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert and February 11th - Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah.

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

Residents meet at the bowling alley by 1:20pm for check in to enjoy two or three games. Bowling begins at 1:30pm. The ball and shoe rental are included in the $2 per game price (cash only and correct change appreciated). We do not have teams; novice to experienced players are welcome. Contact: Ronda Sadowsky at ronda.sadowsky@gmail.com.

Bridge Club Wednesdays | 1pm-4pm | Biscayne Room

Bridge players join us for co-ed party bridge. Meet in the lobby of the clubhouse. All levels are welcome! Contact Cindy Loney at 772-345-4333 or clloney50@gmail.com.

Bunco Cancelled in December

Bunco, which is normally scheduled on the second Sunday of the month, is cancelled for December 8th because of the Holiday Concert by the Stuart Community Concert Band. Bunco will resume on January 12th. Please contact Sue Ann Goldman at 772-345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus.net or Arlene and Bob Memis at 772-345-5857 or robertmemis@gmail.com with any questions.

Car Club Wednesday, December 18th | 11am | Captiva Club Entrance (Meeting date change due to the Holidays)

The club is open to all residents. We meet the last Wednesday

of the month for a breakfast, lunch, or dinner meeting. 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. We’ll also be going/participating in car shows. For more information, contact Greg Trentacoste at get300zx@aol.com or 732-5399110, or Rich Clinton at richardsteph67@yahoo.com or 240876-1990. Please check email blast prior to meetings and listings on the Nextdoor website for information on meetings (breakfast or lunch) and events.

Club Amici Friday, January 31st | 6pm-9:30pm | Ballroom

Club Amici Celebrates 2020! We are excited to have Permanent Affair for our listening and dancing pleasure. A complete menu by your request includes: house salad, steak braciole, penne a la vodka with peas, sausage with broccoli rabe and homemade Italian cookies by Carolyn! BYOB; we may have some liquors as a treat. Wear your fancy duds for this affair; we are thrilled to greet 2020 in High Style! Tickets are ONLY $20 per person. Reserve your tickets on December 3rd by emailing ClubAmiciVitalia@gmail.com at 9am!

Club Sabor! Reserve your spot at Club Sabor’s SPECTACULAR CARNIVAL! At the February 22nd event, the show will be bigger and better than ever! Plus, we are bringing back Yummy Chori, the amazing grill caterer we had at our July Freedom of the Americas event (people raved about the food). More exciting dancers, more delectable cuisine and a night of fun to remember! Tickets are $30 per person, MEMBERS ONLY, tables of 10; Must be a member by November 26th. TICKETS go on sale promptly at 9am on Tuesday, December 3rd. Contact Club Sabor for details about emailing for tickets at ClubSaborVitalia@gmail.com or at 703-965-4858.

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. The dine-around will be on December 10th at 5:30pm at Tiramisu for $35. The demo in the clubhouse kitchen will be a tasting of various cheeses and beers on December 4th at 5:30pm for $25. For information, email Susan O’Dell at susanannodell@hotmail.com.

Cornhole Sunday, December 15th | 7pm | Ballroom

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out & about Club / Group The game consists of throwing bean bags at slanted boards with a hole in it. Points are scored by landing bags on the board or through the hole. We play the third Sunday of every month and will teach you how to play. There is no charge, and no need to bring your own equipment. We simply return the boards to storage and check that the Ballroom is rearranged properly. You are welcome to bring beverages and snacks for yourself or sharing, and take turns connecting your phone to the sound system for music. Come join the fun!

Disc Golf Club Wednesdays & Fridays | 8:30am

We visit disc golf courses from Melbourne to West Palm Beach. Disc golf is played much like traditional golf. Instead of a ball and clubs, however, players use a flying disc, or Frisbee®. A golf disc is thrown from a tee area to a target, which is the “hole.” Beginners are welcome and lessons will be provided. Contact Celso Fernandez at celso.fernandez17@gmail.com.

Friends and Neighbors for Education (FAN) Club First Friday Breakfast in the Café Friday, December 6th | 8am-10am | Demo Kitchen

All residents are invited to breakfast in the Café. Enjoy wonderful homemade goodies and conversations with neighbors. A wonderfully easy way to start the holiday season. Get your hunger for food and easy conversation satisfied in a friendly setting for a donation of $5. All proceeds allow the FAN Club to purchase books for our adopted childcare center in Port St Lucie, Gingerbread Lane. Together we can make a difference in early literacy for young children. For club information, please contact Cathy Powers at cathy@ powersnetwork.com. Happy Holidays!

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 Al Castaldo at 631-455-3777 or al@pathwayfocus.com. Monthly Community Prayer Gathering

Beginning January 5th, we’ll be meeting on the first Sunday of the month from 6pm-7pm. The Christian based nondenominational Community Prayer Gathering consists of a group of individuals committed to intentionally pray for, care about and share the love of God in our neighborhood, community and nation. All are welcome. For information call Al Castaldo at 631-455-3777; Judy Castaldo at 631-2780899; Diane Harrington at 404-578-0437; or Kathy Simon at 352-238-5472.

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 if you have any questions.

Juliets Thursday, December 12th | 1pm | Shrimpers Grill

Join the Juliet’s for lunch at Shrimpers Grill, which is located in Port Salerno, “A Fisherman’s Paradise” since 1992. A true Floridian restaurant with open air tropical breezes along the Manatee pocket waterway. A great place to watch the boats cruise along the water. The menu specializes in fresh seafood along with a large variety of choices to fit any appetite. Also, try their famous Bahamian conch chowder, crunchy grouper Rueben or their award-winning coconut shrimp. All ladies are welcome to join us. RSVP to Shelley Deixler at shell842@ gmail.com or text 954-547-7696.

Genealogy Club

Knit One, Crochet Too Club

Friday, December 13th | 1pm | Augustine Room

Thursdays | 7pm-8pm | Augustine Room

All Vitalia residents are welcome. 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. Contact Janet Taylor at jct6619@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, 12 Vitalia Voice | December 2019

Many in this club have been busy making blankets for local children’s charities. They have received a $250 grant to purchase fleece and yarn to make more! Join them to be part of it or learn how to knit or crochet. We also welcome those who do embroidery, quilting, and other creative textile crafts. Contact: Margie at weisderr@gmail.com or 772-345-9382.

LOVe Hadassah, Sue Ann Goldman Chapter Tuesday, December 10th | 10:30am | Grand Treasure Ballroom

Join our Chanukah Party featuring latkes and desserts. Welcome our new board and donate to help foster kids. Items needed: small toiletries, unwrapped toys, diapers and teen

out & about Club / Group items (gift cards, socks, makeup, deodorant, etc.) RSVP to Ronni at ronnicreed@gmail.com. Tuesday, January 14th | 11:30am | Grand Treasure Ballroom

It’s time for Game Day fun! Bring your own games (mah jongg, canasta, rummikub, etc.) and help us raise money for breast cancer research. Enjoy salad or a sandwich; includes desserts and beverages. $20 per person. RSVP by January 3rd to Dorn, dornzelinsky@gmail.com or Betsy, sgolub70@aol.com. Enjoyment Books

2020 Enjoyment Books (Treasure Coast edition) are $35 each. Contact Sue Ann Goldman at 772-345-2460 to purchase.

Low Impact Aerobic Club Saturdays | 11am | Shoreside Aerobics Studio

Low impact aerobics is an easy to follow heart pumping workout to fun music with minimal risk of injury to bones, muscles and joints. For more information, contact Lori Storm at Lori.Storm56@gmail.com.

Pickleball Club Open Play Daily | 7am & 4pm | Pickleball Courts

On November 1st and 2nd, the Pickleball Club hosted a regional tournament with over 125 participants from throughout the Treasure Coast and South Florida. Future events for our club include a New Year’s Eve Pickleball Open Play and an AfterHoliday Dinner Dance on January 9th. More information will follow. Goldie and Ray Steele offer free “newbie” lessons. Contact them at 732-232-1975 or goldpickleball@gmail.com for more information. Our annual membership dues of $10 are now due. For additional information or to join our club, contact Ted Donaldson at tedonald@icloud.com.

and experienced players are welcome. Please contact Bob Goldman at 772-345-2460 or email bobsue@htcplus.net for further information.

Red Hot Seasons - Vitalia’s Red Hat Group Wednesday, December 11th | Meet at 10:30am

A RED HATTER wearing PURPLE with RED accessories wants to have FUN and FRIENDSHIP with other women. Dues are $10. per year. NOTE: NEW MEETING DATE on second Wednesday. On December 11th, we will be celebrating and dining at the DRIFT RESTAURANT in Jensen Beach. Please bring a wrapped $10 present for our GIFT EXCHANGE. We will meet at 10:30am at the mailboxes to create carpools. Call Linda Martin at 321-750-9507 or Kristie Colina at 561-301-1554 to join us. Happy Holidays everyone!

Samba Club Tuesdays | 6:30pm-9:30pm | Biscayne Room Saturdays | 12:30pm-3:30pm | Augustine Room

If you love playing hand and foot and poker, this is the game for you. It’s a combination of both. If you want to have fun and meet new people, come join us on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Contact: Marie Ferrazzano at 772-345-8656.

Shuffleboard Club Mondays & Fridays | 8am

The maximum number of players is 12 per day. If we get enough requests we will start another day depending on the demand. If you are new and need game instructions, they will be provided. Please contact Dave at 484-905-2431 if you are interested in playing shuffleboard.

Pilates Club

Single’s Club

Tuesdays - 5:15pm | Thursdays - 5:15pm | Saturdays - 9:30am

Saturday, December 14th at 5:30pm | Casa Amigos Sunday, December 29th at 1pm | Kyle G’s (for Brunch)

Classes are multi-level, but the first Tuesday class of every month is an “Intro to Pilates” class so that those new to Pilates can learn what this terrific exercise is all about. (More cueing, modifications demonstrated and assistance when needed.) All residents and their guests are welcome; there is no club membership or fee. Pilates is one of the best exercises for core strength, balance, flexibility, lower back support, improving posture and enhancing mental awareness. All you need is a mat and bottle of water. For information, contact Susan Estrella at PilatesVitalia@gmail.com.

Pinochle Fridays | 5:30pm | Demo Kitchen

Join us for an evening out playing Pinochle! Both beginners

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 participate in clubhouse activities and events outside. Join us for dinner (RSVP to Susan O’Dell at susanannodell@hotmail.com for reservation purposes) and brunch (RSVP to Shelly Deixler at shell842@gmail.com or 954-547-7696).

Sports Fans of Vitalia Monday, December 9th | 4:30pm | Augustine Room

Join us for another SPORTS TRIVIA CONTEST! Tables of four compete against each other - singles welcome. Taking reservations for Florida Panthers hockey game bus trip December 2019 | Vitalia Voice 13

out & about Club / Group (Thursday, February 13th vs. Philadelphia) - sign up NOW! No matter what sports or teams you follow, join us for our monthly discussion group, with trivia contests, fantasy leagues, bus trips and more. Contact Ron Shandler at vitalia@ ronshandler.com for more information.

Sunset Beach Tiki Hut Group We will meet on two Sundays a month at the Sunset Beach Pool. Join us for a fun way to socialize with your neighbors and welcome new residents. Membership is $10 for the calendar year. Each member brings either food or a beverage to share. Contact: Tricia Buonomo at tbbuonomo@hotmail. com for more information. Members will receive an email mid-week to advise them of the upcoming Sunday gathering.

Sunshine Club Our club provides cards sent to any resident who has been hospitalized overnight or had a death in the family. The cost is $10 for 2 or more residents and $5 for a single. We start July 1st and go through June 30, 2020. If you join, you are entitled to a gift card or a donation to a charity of $50. Forms are by the computer room. Fill the form out and either see, Ava Woghin, Frank Barone, Sue Ann Goldman or send the form to Sue Ann Goldman (11799 SW Mountain Ash Circle). There is a box in Sue Ann’s entryway. If paying by check, please make out to CASH.

Table Tennis Club Wednesdays | 7pm | Ballroom

The Vitalia Table Tennis Club meets every Wednesday at 7pm for open play. We have four tables and all levels of players. For more information, contact Jim Follin at jimfollin@gmail. com, or just stop by.

Tennis Club Check the Sports Bulletin Board for Weekly Court Availability

The Tennis Club at Vitalia was formed with the following objectives: 1) To promote the enjoyment of tennis to all residents of Vitalia; 2) To make recommendations regarding facilities, conditions, accommodations and maintenance for tennis; 3) To make available means for improving tennis skills; and 4) To arrange for tournaments, outings and socials within Vitalia and at other local tennis facilities. Throughout the year we have tennis tournaments and social events. 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 772-521-1084. 14 Vitalia Voice | December 2019

Theatre Goers Club The Vitalia Theatre Goers club was started for those residents interested in going to the theatre and special events. Our first show was Dracula, a sold-out performance. The Mystery of Edwin Drood is scheduled on December 18th. We can get tickets for The Nutcracker for Friday, December 7th at 2pm, and Palm Beach Opera presents “Turandot” on January 26th. For more information, contact Marie Ferrazzano at 772-3458656 or email martenn1445@gmail.com.

TLC Women’s Bible Study Touching Ladies for Christ Thursdays | 10:30am | Augustine Room

You’re welcome to join this non-denominational/interdenominational Bible Study. This group of 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. Contact: Diane Harrington at harr2888@gmail.com, or call 772-3459054 (home) or 404-578-0437 (cell).

Veterans Club Saturday, December 21st | 8:30am | Augustine Room

We’re searching for new members - all veterans welcome! 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. Contact Richard Clinton at 240-876-1990 or richardsteph67@yahoo.com.

Vitalia 8 Ball Club Tuesdays at 1pm | Wednesdays & Thursdays at 7pm Beachside Billiard Room

The club was formed so that all Vitalia residents could enjoy and compete in the pool game of 8 Ball. The club is made up of two divisions: Men’s and Co-Ed. Two men’s leagues play Wednesday and Thursday and one Co-Ed league plays Tuesday afternoon. We would like to start a women’s league and can do that with a minimum of 10 residents (18 max). We would need one of the members of a new league to be in charge of running the league. If interested in playing 8 Ball, contact Jerry: jdub919@outlook.com (Thursday); Mike: nstrong@ bellsouth.net (Wednesday); or Mike: mcpoppa.123@hotmail. com (Tuesday). Presently the divisions are full, but we maintain a wait list. Contact Bill at bill@sheehan3.com.

out & about Club / Group Vitalia Fishing Club Wednesday, December 4th | 9am-11am Lake Outside of the Main Gate

Vitalia Fishing Club will be having a Fishing Tournament. All Vitalia residents are welcome. A deli-style lunch will be served at the clubhouse following the tournament. The price is $10 per person (cash only). RSVP to Kathy Pachuta no later than December 1st at mirage0204@htcplus.net. Hope to see you there!!!

Vitalia Men’s Horseshoe Club Tuesdays at 9am | Wednesdays at 6pm | Horseshoe Pits

Open to all Vitalia Men. Regulation distance, no backstops, and no concrete. Join us for open play. Members have priority if more than 16 arrive by start time. Evening time will be adjusted to end at sundown. Contact Richard Clinton at 240-876-1990 or richardsteph67@yahoo.com to join.

Vitalia Players Theatre Club Monday, December 2nd | 7pm | Augustine Room

OUR 2020 PLAY WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON! Our 2019 season was a solid success with sell-out events. Our Annual High Tea and this year’s play were huge hits! We vote on new members for the 2020 Board of Directors at the December 2nd meeting. Add yourselves to this motley crew by becoming a Board member, cast, crew or other volunteer extraordinaire. So much to learn and do and so much fun to put it all together. Join our club for a $10 one-time fee and have a never-ending bunch of fun! Let’s make it our best year ever! Meetings are the first Monday of the month. Contact: marciambuck@aol.com.

muscle strength, increase heart/lung activity, and improves balance while helping develop patience, tranquility and inner balance. All residents are invited to participate, including those who have never experienced Tai Chi. There is a beginning, a middle and an end to each form so regular participation and practice are the key to success. Contact: Janet Taylor at jct6619@gmail.com.

Vitalia Tech Club Monday, December 23rd | 2:30pm | Ballroom

A club designed to share knowledge and improve skills relating to all forms of personal technology including computers, smartphones, tablets and accessories. Areas of interest include software applications, multimedia, entertainment, security systems, the internet, networking, eBook readers, digital photography and emerging technologies. Monthly meetings will usually contain a presentation, tips and tricks and open discussions. Contact Bob Heath at bheathfl@ comcast.net or Gary Brietling at lightning58@htcplus.net.

Vitalia Committees Security Advisory Committee Tuesday, December 24th | 10am | Augustine Room

All homeowners are welcome to join the Security Advisory Committee (SAC). Our focus is to monitor security trends in the community and seek cost effective methods that would better ensure the safety for the residents at Vitalia. This is not a Neighborhood Watch or Community Patrol program. Please join us on the fourth Tuesday at 10am. Contact: Dorene Harrison at 702-340-4463 or doreneharrison@gmail.com.

Vitalia Sharpshooters

Storm Preparedness Committee

Tuesday, December 17th | 9am | Ballroom

Volunteers Needed for StormPrep Vitalia Committee

Looking for an active gun club that promotes firearm ownership? Each month we meet to discuss subjects relevant to firearm ownership, safe gun handling, and the shooting sports. Videos, tips from a resident gunsmith, presentations by members, group trips to the range, and outside speakers too. Check us out on the third Tuesday of each month. Contacts: Phil Saia, 630-204-5511; Amado Delgado, 703-9156520; or Jean Delgado, 703-965-4858. All are welcome.

Vitalia Tai Chi Club Mondays | 2pm | Shoreside Aerobics Studio

Tai Chi for health is easy to learn, effective and safe. Its gentle flowing movements contain an inner power which strengthens the body and mind. It may improve flexibility,

By now you probably know that your StormPrep Vitalia Committee has been instrumental in creating a storm safety program in our community. The work of this group is ever evolving, and we are always looking for new blood and new ideas. If you have some extra time, we’d love your participation. There are a variety of ways you can contribute, such as: information gathering, phone calls, data entry, publicity, emergency response training (CERT), team management, logistics and more. There are so many ways to help (and we can’t list them all) so contact us at StormPrepVitalia@gmail. com and let us know what interests you. Or, if you wish, just come to our monthly meetings to see what we are all about. Meetings are held the fourth Wednesday of every month in the Ballroom. December 2019 | Vitalia Voice 15

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