Vitalia Voice | February 2017

VITALIA Valentine’s Day with Tony Pace!

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Queen Palm Trees Fusarium Wilt PAGE 3

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New Fitness Classes PAGES 10-11

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February 2017 | www.VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com

Vitalia Information

To those celebrating in February

hours of operation Captiva Club Amenity Center

Mon-Sat: 6am-10pm

Sunset Beach Pool & The Colony Pool

Sun: 8am-9pm Daily Dawn to Dusk

and

contact list Evergreen Customer Service

877-221-6919

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

800-858-5933

AVHomesInc.com/owner-care Captiva Club Front Desk

772-800-2504

Captiva Club Fitness Desk

772-800-2503

Enjoy your lovely day!

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 Rick Dixon: boardmember3@tradtioncdd5.com Frank Webster: boardmember5@traditioncdd5.com Cathy Powers: boardmember2@traditioncdd5.com

NEWSLETTER DEADLINES All calendar and newsletter article submissions 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 Attendant Supervisor, at mpiotter@evergreen-LM.com. March submissions are due on Wednesday, February 1st.

AV HOMES 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 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.

community news

Fusarium Wilt of Queen Palms

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Tyler Heel Community Manager theel@ evergreen-LM.com 877-221-6919

he Queen palms and Washington palms are two species in our area being affected

by Fusarium wilt. The Fusarium fungus was first discovered in South Florida in 2003, which significantly impacts the life of these palms within two to three months. The end result is a palm that looks freeze dried with a desiccated look at first then a sudden browning and dying of the crown and entire tree.

The disease symptoms normally appear first on the oldest (lowest) living leaves, and then progressively move upward in the canopy until the palm is killed. Due to the quick decline, the necrotic leaves do not necessarily droop or break and bend down around the trunk, but remain relatively rigid. The leaf symptoms include a one-sided chlorosis (yellowing) or necrosis (brown due to death) of the leaf blades, with a distinct reddish brown or dark brown stripe on the frond.

transmit through freshly cut stubs. Only dead fronds should be removed so freshly exposed vascular tissue won’t be exposed after being pruned. Always use a professional to trim your palms or be sure to correctly disinfect your pruning tools between trimmings.

Palms transplanted in soil contaminated with Fusarium fungus, and not in contact with an infected palm, have remained healthy which indicates there is no root zone infection.

Know Your Documents 16.13 Garages. No carports will be permitted.

Garage doors may have embossed facing and lights (but only in the upper panels of the garage door). All garage doors must be color compatible with the Home exterior. Garage doors must be functional at all times and be equipped with automatic garage door openers. No screening shall be permitted across garage fronts. No garage shall be converted into a general living area unless specifically approved by the ARC. There is no cure and how Fusarium is spread is still debated. This disease of Queen and Washington palms are unique compared to all other diseases know to affect palm trees. No other disease kills these palms as quickly, which is within a few months of finding the symptoms.

Data shows the spores are likely carried by the wind or from fronds touching an infected palm. Un-sanitized tools can also transmit the disease, but even trees where clean (sanitized) tools have been used can become infected. It is believed the spores from the infected tree

Coffee Talk

Wednesday, February 8th | 1pm Grand Treasure Ballroom Join us in the Ballroom for coffee and meet your Community Property Manager, Tyler Heel. Listen to any updates regarding the Vitalia Community and welcome your new neighbors. Carolyn Fedor from the Travel Club and Kate Priest from Treasure Coast Hospice will be our guest speakers.

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lifestyles news

A New Year Packed with Fun! 2017 is well on its way with a jammed packed couple of months ahead, so keep your calendar close by so you don’t miss out! When attending our fun events, please make sure you only park in our designated parking spots.

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

This year will be the 10th Anniversary of the original Seasons and the planning of a big celebration for the original Seasons homeowners is under way! Save the date MAY 6th from 6pm-10pm. For more information, please see page 8 and email Carol Rizzo at carolriz1228@aol.com.

Save the Date and Purchase Your Tickets for Upcoming Events:

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Wednesday Women and Wine is a new event starting February 8th.

Join other Vitalia women for monthly wine tastings complete with nibbles and information about wine pairing from a local wine representative. This event will take place the second Wednesday of each month out by the fire pits (moving inside if inclement weather).

The cost will be $15 per person. Space is available for 30 women.

February 14th Valentine’s Show with Tony Pace – A show where music, energy and comedy come together.

Tickets are $25 and $30 for guests.

Tickets are now available at the front desk in the clubhouse. See the ad on the following page!

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February 18th Annual Indoor Treasure Sale – What a great time to clean out your closets, sell that unused present, and buy new treasures from your neighbors. Tables are available for $10. Please sign up at the front desk.

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March 11th Special Event Concert with the 1910 Fruitgum Company The artists will perform two 55-minute shows. Learn more about the band at www.1910fruitgumcompany.com.

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March 17th St. Patrick’s Day Dinner and Dance with Harold Seay – The event will be catered by everyone’s favorite - Ben’s Kosher Catering!

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March 31st Assisted Living the Musical will be here!

In addition to the exciting talent, our first Have a Heart Valentine Initiative with The Council on Aging of PSL is off to a great start!

Debbie’s art class brought in over 40 crafters making beautiful angels, socks and adult bibs.

Volunteers have set up a tree of hearts and containers to put your donations in. Simply pick up a list of suggested items by the tree and drop off your gifts between now and February 8th. On February 13th the members of the Event Planning Committee and I will personally deliver the Valentines to The Council on Aging.

Thank you for stopping by and introducing yourself; I’m meeting new residents every day!

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out & about Lifestyles Free Movie Night - Florence Foster Jenkins

Free Movie Night - Deepwater Horizon

Thursday, February 2nd | 7pm | Doors Open 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Friday, February 24th | 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 PG13, 110 minutes, and is a Drama starring Meryl Streep, Hugh Grant, Simon Helberg, and Rebecca Ferguson. The true story of Florence Foster Jenkins, the legendary New York heiress and socialite, who obsessively pursued her dream of becoming a great opera singer.

The voice she heard in her head was beautiful, but to everyone else it was hilariously awful. Her “husband” and manager, St Clair Bayfield, an aristocratic English actor, was determined to protect his beloved Florence from the truth. But when Florence decided to give a public concert at Carnegie Hall in 1944, St Clair knew he faced his greatest challenge.

Trivia - On Two Nights!

Friday, February 10th OR Saturday, February 18th 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. Bring your favorite beverage. Note: Residents will be required to select a date (2/10 OR 2/18) 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.

Indoor Treasure Sale Saturday, February 18th | 9am-12pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Do you have items that no longer have a place in your home? Are you looking to find a treasure or sell some of your own? Join us for Vitalia’s 2nd Annual Indoor Treasure Sale. Tables are only $10 and admission for shopping is FREE to all. Space is limited, so buy your table at the front desk ASAP. 6 Vitalia Voice | February 2017

No RSVP required. Popcorn provided.

Bring your own beverage and snacks and enjoy the show! The movie is Rated PG13, 99 minutes, and a Drama/Suspense starring Mark Wahlberg, Kurt Russell, John Malkovich, Gina Rodriguez, and Dylan O’Brien. On April 20th, 2010, one of the world’s largest man-made disasters occurred following a devastating explosion on the Deepwater Horizon in the Gulf of Mexico. The heroic actions of many brave men and women that day would save many on board and changed everyone’s lives forever. Based on a true story.

LIFESTYLES EVENTS TICKET SALE INFORMATION The main ticket sale for March Lifestyles Events (excluding Trivia) will be Monday, February 6th in the Ballroom from 9am-11am. A separate ticket sale day for Trivia will be Monday, February 13th in the Ballroom from 9am-11am. By popular demand, you will now be able to purchase up to three months of Trivia – March, April & May! 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.

Tickets will also be sold at the front desk Monday-Friday from 8am-4pm. Payment by check only (made payable to Vitalia HOA). 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). If the event is not sold out within this time frame, adult guests are welcome and residents can purchase any remaining tickets.

Arts & Crafts Class Serti Silk Painting February 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st (four class session) 9am-11am | Biscayne Room | $20

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 it’s finished you can use it as a scarf, mount it to a canvas to use as wall art, have it made into a beautiful pillow, etc. There are so many ways to use this fabulous art form! All supplies are included. Class size is limited to 8, so sign up quickly.

IN COLLABORATION WITH THE COUNCIL ON AGING OF ST. LUCIE, INC.

Join other Vitalia women for monthly WINE TASTINGS complete with nibbles, information & fun facts all about vino.

Wednesdays

Feb 8 • Mar 8 • Apr 12 • May 10 5:00 to 7:00 pm held at the Seashell Pavilion – by the Captiva Club pool * $15 per person * moved inside if inclement weather

Help seniors in need at our . . .

Have a Heart GIVING TREE

Here’s how it works . . .

• pick a heart hanging from the tree in the Captiva Club lobby (red for male, pink for female) • purchase gifts from the list of items suggested at the lobby display

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• bring unwrapped gifts to the Captiva Club lobby, now through February 8 Some gift ideas include: lip balm • lotion lap blankets • non-slip socks • Word Search books

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Vitalia Event Planning Committee Submitted by Cathy Powers, Chairperson Tony Pace is coming for Valentines’ Day on February 14th to Vitalia. If you took Billy Crystal, Andrea Bocelli, and Sammy Davis, Jr. and rolled them all together, you would have Tony Pace. When energy, music, and comedy collide, it’s Tony Pace on stage presenting the combination of hilarious musical comedy skills, crazy characters, spot on impressions, and an endless supply of explosive energy to engage the audience. Tony Pace is truly the man with a voice who just happens to be very funny as well. Check him out on YouTube at youtu.be/5328Ng8TBNE. Share February good feelings with seniors who are less fortunate. Simply check out the tree filled with red and pink hearts in the Captiva Club lobby, then pick a heart, purchase the needed supplies for seniors, and bring the items to the clubhouse.

The Original Seasons at Tradition Saturday, May 6th | 6pm-9pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Some stories begin with “Once upon a time…” This is one of them. Once upon a time, the original builder of Vitalia was Levitt and Sons. Building first-rate houses and amenities in planned communities was their stock and trade. A grand new community, Seasons, was being built in Tradition. Like many stories, there was a plot with unforeseen circumstances and surprising consequences.

This builder of many American dreams took a downward spiral and left with a dream unfulfilled. Not all, but some, 90 of the Seasons’ homeowners stayed and became known to many others as the “Originals.” These “Originals” made the best of an unsettled situation. They hoped for a fairy tale ending of the dreams that had brought them to Tradition.

That was ten years ago this spring. In celebration of this ten year anniversary in what is now Vitalia at Tradition, a party for all Original Seasons’ homeowners is being planned. Please contact Carol Rizzo at carolriz1228@aol.com if you can attend so that plans can be made. Now, with AV Homes, Vitalia residents including the “Originals” are looking forward to living happily ever after!

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Welcome New Neighbors!

Scott & Dona Adler Renee Baxas Robert Boch & Carmina Ferrer Kenneth & Susan Bombard Kevin & Maryann Cascone Olman & Norma Castro Brian Coleman & Richard Velazquez Ed & Kristie Colina Luc Brien & Louise Cusson John & Fancenia Diedrich and Noreen Pitts Michael & Connie Driscoll Sandra Felice Charlene File Arthur & Carloee Garfield Richard & Michelle Huck Gary & Jane Klug Raymond & Janice Miller Luis & Yolanda Rivera Dee Stafford Paul Thompson & Susan Olesch Bruce & Fredda Weisbard Cheryll Best & Melvin Weiss Steve & Carole West

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!

Group X Toning

Thursdays | 10am

Fridays | 8:30am

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.

Aquacise at Sunset Beach Pool Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays | 11am

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.

Aqua Zumba at Sunset Beach Pool Fridays | 9:15am

Get your ‘groove on’ as you burn calories with a complete, no-impact workout. This class is for all who enjoy having a blast while getting in an aqua-fantastic workout!

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

H20 Pilates at Sunset Beach Pool Tuesdays | 11am

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.

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

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.

Beginner Line Dancing

Pilates

Mondays | 6:30pm

Wednesdays | 5pm

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.

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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

out & about Local & Beyond

Fitness Classes upper and lower body movements together will improve your coordination and agility, and the constant push up onto the step will increase leg strength.

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, adds strength for daily activities, and prolongs life. Modifiers will be given for all levels - chairs can be used for assistance.

Yoga Blend Tuesdays & Thursdays | 4pm

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

Yoga 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.

Gardenfest Saturday, February 4th | 9am-5pm Sunday, February 5th | 9am-4pm Riverside Park, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach

For the 16th year, Gardenfest is returning to beautiful Riverside Park! This popular annual event hosted by the Garden Club of Indian River County is what your garden has been waiting for. 85 vendors have been chosen by invitation only to bring together an incredible selection of quality items for your garden. Come stroll under the oaks and be inspired. Have a garden question?

“Ask the Experts” will be back again to help. Free admission and parking. Visit www.gardenclubofirc.org for more information.

Man of La Mancha Musical Thursday, February 9th –Sunday, February 12th 7pm on Thursday-Saturday and 2pm on Saturday & Sunday McAlpin Fine Arts Center at Indian River State College 3209 Virginia Avenue

Man of La Mancha, a remarkable show and one of the great theatre successes of our time, is a play-within-aplay, based on Cervantes’ “Don Quixote.” It is a poignant story of a dying old man whose impossible dream takes over his mind. Tickets are $15 (or $10 for subscription holders). Please call the box office to purchase tickets at 772-462-4750.

Zumba Gold

Treasure Coast Pepper Fest

Tuesdays | 8am

Saturday, February 11th | 12pm Tradition Square, Port St. Lucie

Introduces easy-to-follow choreography focusing on balance, range of motion, and coordination. A modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves at a lowerintensity.

Fitness on Demand Fitness on Demand is available for personal use whenever there is not a class in session. Various classes and levels are available for you to work out at your own pace alone or with friends.

Please stop by the front desk if you would like help setting it up.

Do you like it hot? Are peppers your thing? Then this is the event for you! Join us for a day of everything spicy you could want to eat, washed down by plenty of cold beer. There will also be live music and a kid’s zone.

Beboppin Sock Hop at River Walk Center Friday, February 17th | 5:30pm-10:30pm 600 N. Indian River Drive, Ft. Pierce

Step back in time to the ‘50s. A grand time of dinner, dancing, raffles, and auctions will give all who attend a night to remember! Tickets are $50 per person and include dinner and dessert. There will be a cash bar. This event is a fundraiser to raise money for Grace Way Village, home of Hope’s Closet 4 Children and Matthew’s Café. Visit www. gracewayvillage.com to register for tickets or mail money to 1780 Hartman Road, Ft. Pierce, FL 34947.

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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

4:30pm 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

2nd Tuesday 2nd Friday

9:30am 11am

AR BR

Adrian Goetz

772-345-2294

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

Canasta

Tuesdays

1pm

BR

Mara Dembo Joanna White

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maradembo1@gmail.com joannwhite816@gmail.com

Car Club

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Greg Chris

732-539-9110 772-345-2304

get300zx@aol.com caemunz2@gmail.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

Friends and Neighbors of Education 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 Club Bible Study

Wednesdays

11am

AR

Kathy Simon

-

finefeather1983@gmail.com

Gun Club

1st Thursday

10:30am

BR

Jerry Mastrov

772-345-0377

jmastrov@aol.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

Ladies of Vitalia (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

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

Petanque

Tuesdays Wednesdays

9am 5pm

Courts Courts

Christine

508-816-4632

cbianchin@hotmail.com

Pickleball Club

Daily

6am/4pm

Courts

Jim Nelson

772-345-6275

viking01@bellsouth.net

Pilates Club

Tuesdays Thursdays Saturdays

5:30pm 11:15am 9am

SAS

Deb D’Andrea

720-215-2860

treasurecoastpilates@gmail.com

Ping Pong Club

Wednesdays Fridays

7pm 1pm

GTB GTB

Jim Follin

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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

Single’s Club

1st Saturday

6pm

-

Susan O’Dell

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susanannodell@hotmail.com

Sports Fans Club

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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 Group

Sundays

1pm

SP

Joseph Veight

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jwveight@gmail.com

Sunshine Club

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Susan O’Dell

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sunshinevitalia@gmail.com

Tennis Club - Open Play Men’s League

M, W, F, Sat. Sundays Tues./Thurs.

M-F Thursdays

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

2pm

BR

Dave Martin

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smedley8218@gmail.com

Women’s League 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 Wednesdays | 9:30am-12:30pm | Biscayne Room

We are a group that enjoys being creative. Many of us have never painted before, while some have years of experience.

Either way we have fun, make new friends, and learn from each other. We welcome everyone from experienced artists to the beginner. We each work independently in all mediums and help each other to learn or improve on what we already know. There is no instructor and you bring your own supplies. If you would like emails regarding classes, contact Ricky Stephens with your email address (sendaheartart@gmail.com or 239-682-6532).

If you wish to share your knowledge of a craft, please let us know and we will schedule a teaching session. If you would like to learn a new craft, let us know. We’ll work on getting an instructor. So bring your favorite project and join in or just drop in to see what we’re all about. For questions, contact Polly Lasher at 772-345-9228 or Ricky Stephens at 239-682-6532.

Open Art Day Mondays | 1:30pm-5:30pm | Biscayne Room

Please join us to create a craft project. You bring your project, such as jewelry, crafts, mosaics, etc. We have all the supplies you need to do a mosaics project (there is a small fee). You just need to bring the item you want to mosaic.

Art Club

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out & about Club / Group Basketball Club

injured roommate. His equilibrium is further worsened by Martine, a oneeyed new resident who has romantic intentions and convinces him to go off his meds to feel “normal” again. Undone by these pressures, Todd attempts an escape to return “home” to his younger brother and to a childhood that now inhabits only his dreams.

Mondays at 4:30pm | Wednesdays at 2pm | Basketball Court

It is the perfect time of year for basketball. The days are cool and dry, the sun is lower in the sky, and winds have subsided. Join us for some hoops on Mondays at 4:30pm and Wednesdays at 2pm. On February 27th we will have our first annual “Free Throws Under the Stars” competition at 8pm. That will be a moonless night, so we will shoot by the lights in the parking lot. Sunset will be around 6:30pm. If you are interested, please contact Jim Follin at jimfollin@ gmail.com. It should be an interesting evening of hoops. For more information on the club, contact the Commish, Jim Loughlin, at jloughlin44@gmail.com.

Bingo Sunday, February 26th | 7pm | Grand Treasure Ballroom

Come on down to the Captiva Club from 7pm to 9pm for a fun evening of bingo. No reservation or tickets are needed.

Simply pay at the door $5 per person for the evening.

We’ll be serving coffee, tea, and snacks, but you are always welcome to bring your own snacks as well. See you there!

Upcoming Books: March - Circling the Sun by Paula McLain; April - The Wedding Gift by Marlen Suyapa Bodden; and May - The Secret Life of Ceecee Wilkes by Diane Chamberlai.

Contact Adrian Goetz at 772-345-2294 or gba1255@aol.com.

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.

Bocce/Petanque

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

Sunday, February 12th | 6:45pm-9pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Bocce is an Italian game played between 2 teams of 4 players max and with 8 large balls and 1 small target ball. Petanque is a French game played between 2 teams of various size and with metal balls and 1 small ball. The object of both games is to get as close to the small ball as possible. Bocce is played on Saturdays at 9am and Petanque on Tuesdays at 9am and Wednesdays at 5pm at the courts. Newcomers/beginners are welcome on Fridays at 3pm. Contact Greg at get300zx@aol. com or 772-345-9267 for Bocce and Christine at cbianchin@ hotmail.com or 508-816-4632 for Petanque.

Book Club Friday, February 10th | 11am | Biscayne Room Tuesday, February 14th | 9:30am | Augustine Room

There will now be two choices of dates to attend a Book Club meeting! The SAME BOOK will be discussed at both meetings. This month the book is Best Boy by Eli Gottlieb.

Sent to a “therapeutic community” for autism at the age of eleven, Todd Aaron, now in his fifties, is the “Old Fox” of Payton LivingCenter. A joyous man who rereads the encyclopedia compulsively, he is unnerved by the sudden arrivals of a menacing new staffer and a disruptive, brain14 Vitalia Voice | February 2017

Join us in the Grand Treasure Ballroom of the Captiva Club for a fun night of rolling 3 dice. We are a friendly group of people who like a fun night out. The cost is $5 per person and Publix gift cards are awarded to winners. We collect the 1st Monday of each month in the Clubhouse from 9am to 10am. If writing a check, please make check out to cash. We serve coffee and water. Bring snacks if you like. Each month different players provide desserts. Please contact Sue Ann at 772-345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus.net.

Canasta Club Tuesdays | 1pm-4pm | Biscayne Room

Open to beginners and open play. For more information, contact Mara Dembo at maradembo1@gmail.com or Joanna White at joannwhite816@gmail.com.

Car Club The Vitalia Car Club is open to all residents of Vitalia.

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 the activities of the club. In addition to car related events, we’ll be going to and participating in Car Shows.

out & about Club / Group Club Amici Saturday, March 4th | 6pm | Grand Treasure Ballroom

Club Amici is excited to celebrate its 5th Anniversary and dance to our favorites with Harry G and the Boyz! Tickets go on sale on Tuesday, February 7th at 9am.

The event is open to all residents. More details will follow. For questions, email vanderhr@bellsouth.net or ritzcsp@aol.com.

Friends and Neighbors of Education (FAN) Club All are welcome to be part of this great group of residents.

We plan and carry out fun events in Vitalia including our fabulous karaoke nights to raise funds to benefit early childhood literacy in Port St. Lucie. For more information, please contact Cathy at cathy@powersnetwork.com or 772345-2486.

Fishing Club If you have any questions or would like to be included in our emails, contact Dave Pachuta at mirage0204@htcplus.net.

Genealogy Club Friday, February 10th | 1pm | Augustine Room

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. Club members 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 every month. If you are interested in joining or would like additional information, please contact Flo Giltman at lgiltmal@gmail.com.

players are welcome. Please contact Bob Goldman at 772345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus.net.

Investment Club Tuesday, February 21st | 3pm | Biscayne Room

The Investment Club at Vitalia is 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 Vitalia residents are welcome. Meetings are the third Tuesday of the month at 3pm. For more information, contact Linda Gausten at lgausten@yahoo.com.

Juliets Thursday, February 9th | 1pm Boathouse Restaurant in Downtown Stuart

Juliets come join us at the Boathouse Restaurant; we will be sitting upstairs. Note: There are no elevators.

The restaurant offers delicious eating options that will favor your palette. The Boathouse overlooks the beautiful St. Lucie River and every single seat in the house gets a spectacular view of the water. Afterwards go shopping to your hearts delight at the nearby shops! RSVP to Carla Mansfield at 772-345-1460.

Juliets

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

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

Anyone who knits, crochets, or does other handcrafts is welcome to join us any week or those who want to learn.

We teach people and are there to support you along the way. Conversation is always enjoyable and we learn techniques from seeing each other’s projects. There are also opportunities to make things for charity.

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out & about Club / Group Ladies of Vitalia (LOVe) Hadassah In 2016, due to the generosity of our members and the community’s participation, the chapter’s fundraising activities raised $14,500. These funds were donated to the Hadassah Medical Organization to go towards research and healing. Your continued support is needed for 2017. For additional information, flyers, and more, visit the website at: hadassahlove.wordpress.com.

Bracelet Day + Brunch: Tuesday, February 7th | 10am-1pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

You will learn, play, and eat as well as make a finished bracelet for $20. RSVP to Ronni Reed at 732-740-9082.

Movie Day: Tuesday, March 7th | 10am-1pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

With the burden of proof placed on the accused, Deborah E. Lipstadt and her legal team fight to prove the essential truth that the Holocaust occurred in the film, Denial, which is based on the book, History on Trial: My Day in Court with a Holocaust Denier. Suggested donation for the event is $5.

Contact Ronni Reed at 732-740-9082 for more information.

Fashion Show & Luncheon Tuesday, March 21st | 11:30am-3pm St Lucie Trail Golf Club, 951 Country Club Drive, St Lucie West

Say “YES” to fashion. A three-course lunch with beverage will be provided. Fashions are courtesy of Patchington and Lane Bryant. Put your table together and join us for $36 per person. RSVP to Renee Katz at 772-345-2644 or Helene Paiva at 772-345-4225.

Mahjong Club Please contact Shelley Deixler at shell842@gmail.com for more information and days/times that the club meets.

MALKA’S MAHJONG CORNER: ASK THE EXPERT Q: When can I redeem a joker? What’s the procedure? Can I redeem a joker before I take a discard? Can I redeem a joker after I take a discard for exposure? Can I redeem a joker atop my own rack?

A: You can redeem a joker only when it is your turn. You must first bring a 14th tile into the hand before you can redeem a joker. There are two ways to do this - by picking from the wall OR by taking a discard for exposure. THEN, after picking (or after taking and exposing a COMPLETE exposure), you may redeem jokers from atop anyone’s rack (including your own).

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The proper procedure for redeeming a joker is to take the tile from your hand and hold it in your hand to the person who has the joker you want (you don’t put your tile on her rack, and you don’t put your tile on the table in front of her), and ask her for the joker. Wait for her to put the joker in your hand and take your tile. Then you may put the joker among your concealed tiles and discard or declare mah-jongg.

Pickleball Club Open Play Daily | 6am & 4pm Ladies Only on Monday, Thursday & Saturday | 8am

Newbie clinics are held the first two Tuesdays of each month. Check out vitaliapickleball.com and click on Newbie Classes to register. Club dues are only $10 per person, per year. Free private lessons are available from Kevin Schuler, 772-345-6216, or LJ Miller, 772-345-2111. You can become a member and be added to the club mailing list by contacting Dore Handy at 772-345-6221 or drbh79@yahoo.com.

Pilates Club Tuesdays at 5:30pm | Thursdays at 11:15am Saturdays | 9am

The purpose of the club is to further wellness and camaraderie between like-minded residents. Pilates helps develop strength, flexibility, posture and enhances mental awareness. Deb D’Andrea, the Club Chairperson, has been active in the Pilates community for 20+ years. For more information, contact Deb at treasurecoastpilates@gmail.com.

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

Our third table has arrived and all three have been in use.

Come join us for some table tennis on Wednesdays at 7pm and Fridays at 1pm in the Ballroom. All levels are welcome and you will find players at your skill level. For more information, contact Jim Follin at jimfollin@gmail.com.

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 What is a Red Hot Seasons Lady? This is a woman who wants to have fun and enjoy friendship with other women.

Our ladies dress in purple and wear red hats. Dues are $10

out & about Club / Group per year to cover costs of birthday cards and flowers. If there is money left in the treasury at the end of the year, we use it for our Holiday Party held at the clubhouse. For information, please contact Helen Penzel at 772-345-4225.

Wednesday, February 15th | 12:30pm-2:30pm Berry Fresh Café, 1718 SW St Lucie Blvd.

Ladies, come join us for a fun-filled meal at the Berry Fresh Café. Please contact Linda Pixton at 240-375-5661 or email her at lindapixton@gmail.com for more information.

Single’s Club Saturday, February 4th | 5:30pm | China Delight

Join the Single’s Club for monthly activities and make new friends. We are in the process of scheduling activities besides our monthly dinner. The goal of the club is for single people to meet, make friends, and do activities together inside and outside of the club. If you are interested in attending the dinner, RSVP to Susan O’Dell at susanannodell@hotmail.com for reservation purposes.

Sports Fans of Vitalia Monday, February 6th | 4:30pm | Augustine Room

SPORTS TRIVIA CONTEST! Test your skills for big prizes this month. The February talk will also center on the Super Bowl, our Panthers hockey game bus trip, spring training, and more. Coming up: Mets vs. Tigers game (March 9th) and Marlins vs. Cubs bus trip (June 25th). No matter what sports or teams you follow, join us for our monthly discussion group. Contact Ron Shandler at vitalia@ ronshandler.com for more information.

Sunshine Club The club’s year runs from July 1st to June 30th and gives support to people that have had a death in the family, hospitalization, etc. Even if one isn’t a member, the club would still send an appropriate card. Please let Susan O’Dell know of any instances where a card(s) should be sent at susanannodell@hotmail.com. The neighborhood is getting large, and she needs to be aware of hospitalizations or deaths. The membership fee is $10 per household, or if someone lives alone, they ONLY pay $5. Pick up a membership form on the wall next to the check-in desk. All the pertinent information is listed on the form.

Tennis Club Check Weekly Calendar in Vitalia Voice For Open Play Times

The Tennis Club continues to welcome new players to our

group. These new residents have been actively participating in the open play as well as set games for the men and women. Our monthly Social Tennis events have been well attended and enjoyed by all. The Vitalia Tennis Club has made arrangements to get tickets for the ATP World Tour Event at the Delray Beach Tennis Center. This event attracts top ranked players for both singles and doubles matches.

We’ll be going to this event on Thursday, February 23rd for the matches that start at 11am. Our block of seats are in the Reserved Section at Center Court. If you are interested in attending, please call Bob Memis at 772-345-5857. If you have any questions or want to join our club, contact Bob Memis at 772-345-5857 or robertmemis@gmail.com or Gayle Deighan at 561-512-5101 or tennisgayle@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 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 at harr2888@gmail.com, 772-345-9054 (home), or 404-578-0437 (cell).

Travel Club Thursday, February 9th | 11am | Grand Treasure Ballroom

Come along and hear all about our new Travel Club cruises and tours with special benefits for Vitalia residents and friends. Detailed flyers will also be distributed at this time.

This meeting will also feature a CELEBRITY CRUISES’ guest speaker and is open to all residents. Coffee and cake will be served. There will be door prizes too. If you have any questions or would like to join the email mailing list, please email info@vitaliatravelclub.com.

Veterans Club Friday, February 17th | 2pm | 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 Friday of the month. Contact David Martin at smedley8218@gmail.com for more information.

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