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February 2020 | 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
Email: customerservice@evergreen-LM.com Taylor Morrison Customer Care
Chris King - President: chrisvitaliabod@gmail.com Carl Luckett - Vice-President: carlvitaliabod@gmail.com Tony Hladek, Jr. - Treasurer: 8669hl@comcast.net Phil Schneider - Secretary: philvitaliabod@gmail.com Bill DeBeck: wdebeck@gmail.com Rick Dixon: rickvitaliabod@gmail.com Ted Donaldson: tedd.vitaliahoa@gmail.com
800-858-5933
www.TaylorMorrison.com/warranty/request Captiva Club Front Desk
772-800-2504
Captiva Club Fitness Desk
772-800-2503
HOA Website 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
2020 Vitalia at Tradition Board of Directors
Taylor Morrison Customer Care: 800-858-5933 Construction Gate Hours: 6:30am-6pm 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.
To those celebrating in February
(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
and
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
Enjoy your lovely day!
community news
And ... The Results Are In! On January 7, 2020, Vitalia at Tradition Residents Association held their first election to elect seven board members. It was a great turnout with 700 ballots turned in. Below is a list of your 2020 Board of Directors:
Lisa Cannon CMCA, AMS, PCAM Community Manager lcannon@ evergreen-LM.com 772-800-2506
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Chris King – President Carl Luckett – Vice-President Tony Hladek, Jr. – Treasurer Phil Schneider – Secretary Bill DeBeck – Member at Large Rick Dixon – Member at Large Ted Donaldson – Member at Large
I would like to thank the 19 candidates for their time and efforts to make this election a success. Congratulations to the new Board of Directors!
Anthony Serratore & Bernard Amero David & Donna Bicknell Joseph & Arlene Bouley Drew Daniels Dana Gallow Roger Peterson & Peg Grieve Harry Zacharjasz & Linda Ivker Rita Lehto Jacques Lariviere & Louise Lemire William Haskins & Robin Potera William & Sandra Shrager Dennis & Audrey Staut Elizabeth Stein Gerardo, Sheila & Mark Zloczover John & Susan Zrowka
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lifestyles
Hello Vitalia! Anamika Mishra said, “Winter is not a season, it’s a celebration.” Well, after spending the first 39 winters of my life in Maryland, New York, and Vermont, I can honestly say a winter in Florida definitely feels like a celebration. That is especially true here at Vitalia, where the activity of this community continues to amaze me.
Maney Gale Lifestyles Director mgale@ evergreen-LM.com 772-800-2505
Putting Green Championship The Championship, held on December 6th, pitted the winners of the previous tournaments against each other for one last battle of putting skills. Tom Gill and Barry Gans came out on top. Congratulations Tom and Barry (pictured right)! The next Putting Green Tournament is scheduled for Wednesday, February 19th at 9am. For more information, contact the Front Desk at 772-800-2504.
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New Year’s Eve Gala On New Year’s Eve, Vitalia celebrated in style with the annual gala. Residents and guests dined on delicious food and then danced the night away to the rocking sounds of Mystery Lane. It was a pleasure to see all of you ring in the New Year with amazing energy and happiness.
You will notice some new faces at the front desk when you stop by the Captiva Club. Be sure to say hi and welcome new lifestyles attendants, Brittany and Marly, and new administrative assistant, Gracie. As always, feel free to stop in and see me as well!
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.
Trivia Friday, February 7th, Saturday, February 15th and Friday, February 28th | 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 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 (2/7, 2/15 OR 2/28) to attend Trivia. After two weeks of ticket sales, IF tickets are still available for Trivia on either evening, they will be open for purchase to all.
Free Movie Night: Downton Abbey Friday, February 14th | 7pm | Doors Open at 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom | No RSVP Required
Popcorn provided. Bring your own beverage and snacks and enjoy the show! Movie is rated PG (for language, sexual situations and thematic elements), 123 minutes, a drama directed by Michael Engler, and starring Tuppence Middleton, Michelle Dockery, Maggie Smith, Brendan Coyle, Matthew Goode, Hugh Bonneville, Kate Phillips, Kevin Doyle, Joanne Froggatt and Elizabeth McGovern. The Crawley family prepares for an official royal visit to their family house in Yorkshire in 1927. They experience physical, social, and psychological upheavals as King George V, Queen Mary, and their royal entourage descend on the eponymous mansion.
Comedy Night with Eddie Brill *Tickets on Sale NOW* Saturday, February 8th | 8pm-9:30pm | Doors Open at 7:30pm $25/ALL Tickets Grand Treasure Ballroom (Theatre-Style Seating)
Eddie Brill is a 3-time MAC award winner for Outstanding Male Comic in NYC. For seventeen years, he worked on The Late Show with David Letterman. He was the audience warm-up and for eleven of those years he was the Stand Up Comedy Talent Coordinator. Eddie has taped more than
100 TV shows in six different countries…including ten appearances on The Late Show, his own Comedy Central special, and the FX hit series, Louie. He has been seen in many films including, 30 Years to Life with Tracy Morgan. Eddie’s opening act, Monique Marvez, can be seen in three Showtime specials: The Latin Divas of Comedy, Snoop Dogg Presents: The Bad Girls of Comedy and her own one-hour Showtime special, Not Skinny Not Blonde.
Vitalia’s Annual Indoor Treasure Sale *Register at the Front Desk* Saturday, February 15th | 8:30am-11am Grand Treasure Ballroom $10 Table Rental Fee | Free for Shoppers
Are you looking to sell some items that you no longer have a place in your home or are you looking to buy someone else’s treasures? Either way, save the date in your calendar for our Annual Indoor Treasure Sale where you’ll find lots of eclectic things. Beginning January 6th at 9am, you can purchase a table for the sale. Table space is limited, so sign up early.
Twosome Putting Golf Tournament Wednesday, February 19th | 9am | Putting Green
Join us for the first twosome putting tournament of the year on the putting green at Captiva Club. For more information, contact the Front Desk at 772-800-2504.
Stayin’ Alive - Bee Gees Tribute Saturday, March 7th | 8pm-9pm | Doors Open at 7:30pm $15/ALL TICKETS Grand Treasure Ballroom (Theatre-Style Seating)
St. Patrick’s Day Party Tuesday, March 17th | 5:30pm | Doors Open at 5pm $30/Residents and $40/Guests Grand Treasure Ballroom
Catering by Ben’s Deli.
TRIVIA & LIFESTYLES TICKET SALES Monday, February 3rd | 9am-11am | Ballroom
Beginning at 6am when the Captiva Club opens, you may pick up a deli ticket from the Lifestyles representative Lifestyles Events are continued on page 6
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out & about Lifestyles 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 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.
Aquacise at Sunset Beach Pool Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10am
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.
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.
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Fitness Classes 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 | 10am
Non-impact strengthening and stretching movements that require precise breathing and muscle control. Practicing Pilates in the water develops trunk stabilization, enhances muscle strength, helps correct posture and relieves stress.
Line Dancing Beginner Class: Mondays at 6:30pm Intermediate Class: Fridays at 10:30am Advanced Class: Mondays at 12:15pm
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!
Low Impact Aerobics Mondays | 9am
Come join us for safe low-impact aerobics, music and fun! You’ll boost your mood, burn fat, build stronger bones, and improve your stamina, heart, and brain health.
Sit & Fit Tuesdays & Thursdays | 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 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 constant push up onto the step will increase leg strength. Fitness Classes are continued on page 8
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out & about Fitness Classes Strength Challenge Mondays | 8am
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 at 4pm | Fridays at 9:15am | Saturdays at 8am
This class promotes balance, relaxation, flexibility, and strength through postures and breathing techniques.
Zumba 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
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get300zx@aol.com mcpoppa.123@hotmail.com
Art Club - Mosaics & Crafts
Mondays
1:30pm
BR
Ricky Stephens Polly Lasher
239-682-6532 772-345-9228
sendaheartart@gmail.com pollylasher@gmail.com
Art Club - Painting
Wednesdays
9:30am
BR
Ricky Stephens
239-682-6532
sendaheartart@gmail.com
Basketball Club
Mondays
4pm
Court
Rob Budinsky
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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
AR 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
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ronda.sadowsky@gmail.com
Bridge
Wednesdays
1pm
BR
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
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Gregory Trentacoste Richard Clinton
732-539-9110 240-876-1990
get300zx@aol.com richardsteph67@yahoo.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
Club Amici
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Linda Dixon Nancy Dandro
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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
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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
CP
Linda Wood Dinni Kubala
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magictapping@gmail.com dinnimae@aol.com
Cook’s Corner
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cookscornervitalia@gmail.com
Corn Hole Club
3rd Sunday
7pm
GTB
Pat & Judy Raduazzo
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patraduazzo@gmail.com
Dart Club
Tuesdays
6:30pm
BDR
Mike Mamo
772-345-0561
-
Disc Golf Club
Wed. & Fri.
8:30am
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Celso Fernandez Jim Follin
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celso.fernandez@gmail.com jimfollin@gmail.com
FAN Club
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Cathy Powers
772-345-2486
cathy@powersnetwork.com
Genealogy Club
2nd Friday
1pm
BR
Janet Taylor
941-209-2948
jct6619@gmail.com
Good News Bible Study
Wednesdays
11am
AR
Kathy Simon
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finefeather1983@gmail.com
Hand & Foot
Thursdays
1pm
BR
Bob Goldman
772-345-2460
bobsue@htcplus.net
Juliets
2nd Thursday
1pm
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Carla Mansfield Shelley Deixler
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cbenz21@aol.com shell842@gmail.com
Knit One, Crochet Too
Thursdays
7pm
AR
Marjorie Weiss
772-345-9382
weisderr@gmail.com
LOVe Hadassah
1st Tuesday (brd mtg) 2nd Tues. (member mtg)
10am 10am
DK GTB
Ruth Webster
772-345-0464
raisy312@gmail.com
Low Impact Aerobic Club
Saturdays
11am
SAS
Lori Storm Linda Rosenfeld
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Lori.Storm56@gmail.com divaindemand@me.com
M&P Club
Mondays
6:30pm
BR
Rita Atlas
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atlas10@htcplus.net
Men’s Water Volleyball
T, W & Sat.
9am
CP
Phil Savader
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philsavader@aol.com
Monday Mahjong Club
Mondays
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Cindy Turbitt
772-345-2115
cindyturbitt@bellsouth.net
Music Lovers Club
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Mark Rosenbaum Lynette Polo
631-796-7651 -
musicloversclub4u@gmail.com
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
DK
Bob Goldman
772-345-2460
bobsue@htcplus.net
Poker Club
Thursdays
6pm
BR
Steven Benis
917-991-7695
stevebenis@aol.com
Red Hot Seasons
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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
AR
Dorene Harrison
702-340-4463
doreneharrison@gmail.com
Shuffleboard
Mon & Fri
8am
-
Dave
484-905-2431
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Single’s Club
varies
varies
off sight
Susan O’Dell
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susanannodell@hotmail.com
Sports Fans Club
2nd Monday
4:30pm
AR
Ron Shandler
540-815-0643
vitalia@ronshandler.com
Stickball
Sundays
9am
Courts
Phil Savader
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philsavader@aol.com
Sunset Beach Tiki Hut
2x per month
1pm
SP
Tricia Buonomo
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tbbuonomo@hotmail.com
Sunshine Club
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Sue Ann Goldman
772-345-2460
bobsue@htcplus.net
Table Tennis Club
Wednesday
7pm
GTB
Jim Follin
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jimfollin@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
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
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Marie Ferrazzano
772-345-8656
martenn1445@gmail.com
7:30 & 8:30am
TLC Women’s Bible Study
Thursdays
10:30am
BR
Diane Harrington
772-345-9054
harr2888@gmail.com
Travel Club of Vitalia
Quarterly
11am
GTB
Carolyn Fedor
772-618-5332
vitaliatravelclub@gmail.com
Veterans Club
3rd Saturday
8:30am
AR
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
AR
Kathy Pachuta
772-345-2311
mirage0204@htcplus.net
Vitalia Men’s Horseshoe Club
Tuesdays Wednesdays
9am 4pm
Pits
Richard Clinton
240-876-1990
richardsteph67@yahoo.com
Vitalia Players Club
1st Monday
7pm
AR
Marcia Buck
775-750-8966
marciambuck@aol.com
630-204-5511 703-915-6520 703-965-4858
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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
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bheathfl@comcast.net
Vitalian Chess Club
Thursdays
4pm
BR
Louis Moore
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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 Mondays | 7pm | Beachside Billiard Room
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. Bring the item you would like to mosaic, and we will provide the rest (small fee). Instructions given. Or bring your supplies for any craft you choose and join the fun. Painting | Wednesdays | 9:30am-12:30pm | Biscayne Room
Open painting or drawing day. Bring your supplies (Acrylics, watercolors, pastels, etc) to join us for a creative morning. Watercolor classes given monthly (small fee). 10 Vitalia Voice | February 2020
We all paint and trace the same picture with step by step instruction. All supplies are included. To be on mailing list, contact Ricky.
Bingo Sunday, February 23rd | 7pm-9pm | Ballroom
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, February 27th | 10am | Augustine Room
February’s book is Message From Nam by Danielle Steel.
out & about Club / Group Paxton Andrews, a journalist, experiences Vietnam firsthand. We follow her from high school to college and then to work in Saigon. For seven years Paxton writes an acclaimed newspaper column from the front lines before returning to the States and attending the Paris peace talks. But for her and the men who fought in Vietnam, life would never be the same again. The book for March 26th is Summer of 69 by Elin Hilderbran. Contact Janet Taylor at jct6619@gmail.com.
Vitalia Book Club Tuesday, February 11th | 9:30am | Augustine Room
This month we’ll be discussing Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah. Trevor Noah’s unlikely path from apartheid South Africa to the desk of The Daily Show began with a criminal act: his birth. Trevor was born to a white Swiss father and a black Xhosa mother at a time when such a union was punishable by five years in prison. Living proof of his parents’ indiscretion, Trevor was kept mostly indoors for the earliest years of his life, bound by the extreme and often absurd measures his mother took to hide him from a government that could, at any moment, steal him away. Finally liberated by the end of South Africa’s tyrannical white rule, Trevor and his mother set forth on a grand adventure, living openly and freely and embracing the opportunities won by a centuries-long struggle. Upcoming Books: March 10th - Summer of 69 by Elin Hilderbrand and April 14th - An American Marriage by Tayari Jones.
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 Sunday, February 9th | 6:30pm-9pm | Ballroom
Join us for a fun night of rolling 3 dice. We are a friendly group of people who like a fun night out. Check in will start at 6:15pm so play can start at 6:30pm. The cost is $5 per person and Publix gift cards are awarded to winners. Bring snacks if you like. Please contact Sue Ann at 772-345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus.net or Arlene & Bob Memis at 772-345-5857 or robertmemis@gmail.com with any questions.
Car Club Wednesday, February 26th | 11am | Captiva Club Entrance
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, March 20th | 6pm-9:30pm | Ballroom
Club Amici will be 8 years old!! Come celebrate our Big Anniversary! Dance to the awesome band Mystery Lane, along with a fabulous Anniversary menu and door prizes! Reserve your tickets by email at ClubAmiciVitalia@gmail. com on Tuesday, February 4th at 9am. All details will be on Facebook: ClubAmiciVitalia and Nextdoor. Happy Anniversary Club Amici!
Club Sabor! Saturday, February 22nd | 6pm | Ballroom
This Rio-style Carnaval features dinner catered by Yummy Chori (the grilling caterer we used in July), DJ, dancing and a spectacular show! Bigger and better than last year. Event is SOLD OUT, but email us to get on the waiting list. Tickets are $30 per person. Contact: ClubSaborVitalia@gmail.com. Our May Celebration of Moms will take place on May 15th. Dinner, DJ, dancing and entertainment. The cost is $25 per person, tables of 10 available, MEMBERS ONLY. Tickets go on sale via email, promptly at 9am, on March 3rd. Email list of names with one phone number for contact to ClubSaborVitalia@gmail.com. February 2020 | Vitalia Voice 11
out & about Club / Group 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 dinearound will be on Tuesday, February 4th, at 5:30pm, at Polka for $23. The demo in the clubhouse kitchen will be a tasting of beef dishes on Wednesday, February 19th, at 5:30pm for $27. For more information, email Susan O’Dell at susanannodell@hotmail.com.
February 7th and March 6th from 8am to 10am. Homemade goodies, egg casseroles, and more for a donation of $5.
Cornhole Sunday, February 16th | 7pm | Ballroom
Cornhole is a fun game for players of all ages and abilities. 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! For more information, contact Pat and Judy Raduazzo at patraduazzo@gmail.com.
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 Saturday, February 29th | 7pm | Grand Treasure Ballroom
Music Trivia is back on February 29th! Join the fun with your team to win prizes as you answer questions about songs and artists. Tickets are $10 and on sale now. Please contact Cathy Powers at cathy@powersnetwork.com or 772345-2486 for more information and to reserve your tables of eight. All proceeds benefit early literacy in Port St Lucie. Mark your calendar for March 28th for Tropical Nights Dance Party. Tickets are $10 and go on sale February 10th. First Friday Breakfast will be in the Clubhouse Café on 12 Vitalia Voice | February 2020
FAN CLUB GAME NIGHT
Genealogy Club Friday, February 14th | 1pm | Biscayne Room
We meet the second Friday of each month in the Biscayne Room at 1pm. 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. If you would like information, 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, 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
We usually meet on the first Sunday of the month from 6pm-7pm; however, on February 2nd we’ll be meeting from 4pm-5pm in the Biscayne Room due to the Super Bowl. The Christian based non-denominational 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.
out & about Club / Group 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
lunch, the show, a silent auction and prize drawings. Tables of 10, $40 per person (one check per table please). Benefits cardiovascular research. RSVP by February 20th to Renee Katz at reneerfk444@aol.com.
Low Impact Aerobic Club Saturdays | 11am | Shoreside Aerobics Studio
Thursday, February 13th | 1pm | Cobb’s Landing
Ladies, come join us for lunch! The Juliet’s will be going to Cobb’s Landing in Historic Downtown Fort Pierce. This restaurant sits on Fort Pierce’s City Marina. Cobb’s Landing restaurant is unique with its casual atmosphere and good food. Indulge your palate with their salads, soups and special entrees. After lunch explore Fort Pierce’s downtown shopping area or just take a stroll along the waterways. All ladies are welcome to join us. RSVP to Shelley Deixler at shell842@gmail.com or text 954-547-7696.
JULIETS LUNCHEON
Knit One, Crochet Too Club Thursdays | 7pm-8pm | Augustine Room
In this new year why not learn a new skill? We teach people! Over 150 blankets (knit/crochet or fleece) have been donated by this group to Project Linus, a charity for babies, children, and teens at local care facilities. Another charity is giving scarves and hats to military personnel. Contact Margie at weisderr@gmail.com or 772-345-9382.
LOVe Hadassah, Sue Ann Goldman Chapter Tuesday, February 11th | 10am | Grand Treasure Ballroom
See the Hidden Children documentary with an intriguing presentation by Alice Sondike, one of the hidden children of the Holocaust. It is sure to be morning to remember. Desserts and coffee; suggested donation of $5. Open to nonmembers too. RSVP by Friday, February 7th to Ronni at ronnicreed@gmail.com. Tuesday, March 10th | 11:30am | St. Lucie Trails Golf Club
Join us for our sixth annual Fashion Show and Luncheon featuring fashions from Patchington and Lane Bryant. Enjoy
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.
Music Lovers Club Friday, February 21st | 7pm | Ballroom
We are proud to present the return of America’s greatest celebrity impressionists, The Edwards Twins, in the Captiva Grand Ballroom. Theater seating. This new show includes a guest appearance by Michael Jackson! Tickets are $30 per person (less than other venues) and are available by contacting Carol Rizzo at carolriz1228@aol.com. Our next show is on Sunday evening, March 29th and stars The Boys of December ’63. These four young men and their band offer the best of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, along with other great music and interactive entertainment. Several residents saw the group on Celebrity cruises and raved about them! Tickets are only $18 and will be on sale soon, so save the date!
Pickleball Club Open Play Daily | 7am & 4pm | Pickleball Courts
Save the date for the Pickleball Club Annual Meeting to be held on March 21st at 10am. The weather is perfect for pickleball and our courts are busy with players of all levels, morning and afternoon. Come out and join the fun! Interested in learning more about pickleball or wish to sharpen your skills? We offer lessons to our members! Contact Steve Kubala at 239-825-2058 or stevek7450@ gmail.com. For additional information on our club or joining our membership, contact Ted Donaldson at tedonald@icloud.com.
Pilates Club Tuesdays - 5:15pm | Thursdays - 5:15pm | Saturdays - 9:30am
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 February 2020 | Vitalia Voice 13
out & about Club / Group 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.
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.
Single’s Club Saturday, February 1st at 5:30pm | Cottage Grill Sunday, February 23rd at 1pm | Kyle G’s (for Brunch)
Pinochle Fridays | 5:30pm | Demo Kitchen
Join us for an evening out playing Pinochle! Both beginners 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 An exciting day for the Red Hot Seasons ladies! We will be taking a tram tour of downtown Stuart, which will be approximately 2 hours. We will be meeting at Stuart’s City Hall at 121 SW Flagler Street no later than 9:45am to pick up the Tram Tour, then off for lunch at Diamonds by Terry Tea Room & Bistro, at 3868 SE Dixie Highway. Lunch is scheduled at 12:30pm. Diamonds Tea Room is elegant, and the menu has an abundance of various selections from salads, soups and their special High Tea. Do not miss out on this special day ladies! RSVP to SueAnn Goldman at bobsue@ htcplus.net for more information and meeting up place.
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, February 10th | 4:30pm | Augustine Room
Join us for our annual Sports Trivia Contest! Tables of 4 compete against each other - singles welcome. COMING UP: Discount tickets may still be available for the group outing to NY Mets spring training game vs Houston on March 16th. GET ON OUR MAILING LIST for updates on all future meetings, game outings and bus trips to Mets, Marlins, Dolphins, Panthers games and more! Contact Ron Shandler at vitalia@ronshandler.com for more information.
Sunset Beach Tiki Hut Group
RED HOT SEASONS
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
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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 for 2020 is $20 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.
out & about Club / Group 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.
Theatre Goers Club This month on February 1st, we will see Chicago at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. This was a sold-out show. Next month on March 14th, we will see La Cage au Follies at the Riverside Theatre. Tickets are $59.60. If anyone is interested, contact Marie Ferrazzano at martenn1445@gmail.com.
TLC Women’s Bible Study Touching Ladies for Christ Thursdays | 10:30am | Biscayne 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, February 15th | 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.
Vitalia Men’s Horseshoe Club Tuesdays at 9am | Wednesdays at 4pm | 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, February 3rd | 7pm | Augustine Room
Save The Date! Our highly anticipated High Tea is on the calendar for May 13th! Tasty treats and fun for all! The 2020 play selection will be decided on soon and we’ll be holding auditions. Dates and times will be announced. In the meantime, join our club for a one-time fee of $10 and find out how you can help make our 2020 season a hit! Meetings are the first Monday of the month. Contact (text or call) June Goldman at 954-649-4920 for more information.
Vitalia Sharpshooters Tuesday, February 18th | 9am | Ballroom
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. February 2020 | Vitalia Voice 15
out & about Club / Group 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, 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, February 24th | 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
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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.
Vitalian Chess Club Thursdays | 4pm-6pm | Biscayne Room
Chess is one of the oldest and most unique fun board games ever created. Come exercise your brain through critical thinking and concentration. The club is open to all residents and guests of all skill levels. We meet every Thursday for open play chess matches. If you are a beginner, or have never played before, come watch a few matches. If you decide you want to play chess, we will teach you! For more information, contact Louis Moore at 916-539-2857 or willoumoore@me.com.
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