VITALIA
VOICE January 2017 | www.VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com
Vitalia Information hours of operation Captiva Club Amenity Center
Mon-Sat: 6am-10pm
Sunset Beach Pool & The Colony Pool
Sun: 8am-9pm Daily Dawn to Dusk
contact list Evergreen Customer Service
AV HOMES 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.
To those celebrating in January 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
and
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
Enjoy your day!
Coffee Talk
Wednesday, January 11th | 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.
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. February submissions are due on Sunday, January 1st.
community news
Reddish Stains on Your Concrete?
Tyler Heel Community Manager theel@ evergreen-LM.com 877-221-6919
Do you have reddish stains on your pavers and concrete? Are you tired of the eyesore? Have you tried removing the stains yourself, but without success? There’s good news and bad news. The good news is that the stains are removable and your pavers and concrete can look like new. The bad news is that the stain-removal requires commercial chemicals, which are not available to the average homeowner. It raises the stain removal from a do-it-yourself project to a job that requires the service of a professional exterior cleaning company. These stains usually come from 1 of 3 sources: • Fertilizers used by lawn-care companies. These contain iron. When fertilizer granules land on concrete or pavers and are allowed to sit, the iron leaches out and leaves a red or orange spot. • Reclaimed water, often used in irrigation. This also contains iron. If sprinklers overshoot landscaping and spray onto the sides of houses, or runoff water goes across sidewalks or curbs, red/orange stains are left behind. • Battery acid. When dripped onto pavers or concrete, this produces an orange flash burn that looks similar to rust stains. Golf carts sitting in driveways are often the culprits of flash burn stains. A professional exterior cleaning company will have the right chemical products to treat iron stains and flash burns and remove them almost completely. Typically, they can treat this kind of staining on concrete, brick, tile, stone, stucco, asphalt, vinyl, and rubber. When you call a cleaning company about treating your stains, there are four questions you should remember to ask: 1. Are they licensed and insured? 2. How do they treat red/orange stains? 3. Is a cleaning of the surrounding area included in the price? 4. Do they have references from past clients? You want to hear that they are licensed and insured. They should describe what produces
red/orange stains (this will show that they know what they’re talking about) and that they use a commercial product to remove the stains. And yes, they should clean the surrounding area as part of the price. Why is #3 important? Removing the stains will also clean the surface. If the rest of the surface (like a driveway, for example) is not cleaned, you will have a light area next to a dirty area, and it will look odd. The company should clean the rest of the surface (using whatever method is standard for them) so that the whole surface looks consistent at the end of the job. One last word: stain removal of this sort is not cheap, because the necessary products are not cheap. Expect to pay $0.50 to $1.50 per square foot, depending on the type, size, and scope of the stained area, and then an additional standard price for the finish clean of the surrounding area. Most power washing companies can take care of virtually any stain on concrete or pavers.
Know Your Documents 13.7 Drainage System. Once a drainage system or drainage facilities are installed by Developer, the maintenance of such system and/or facilities within the boundary of a Home thereafter shall be the responsibility of the Owner of the Home which includes such system and/or facilities. In the event that such system or facilities (whether comprised of swales, pipes, pumps, waterbody slopes, or other improvements) is adversely affected by landscaping, fences, structures, or additions, the cost to correct, repair, or maintain such drainage system and/or facilities shall be the responsibility of the Owner of each Home containing all or a part of such drainage system and\or facilities. By way of example, and not of limitation, if the Owner of one Home plants a tree (pursuant to ARC approval) and the roots of such tree subsequently affect pipes or other drainage facilities within another Home, the Owner that plants the tree shall be solely responsible for the removal of the roots that adversely affect the adjacent Home. Likewise, if the roots of a tree located within the Community Property adversely affect an adjacent Home, Association shall be responsible for the removal of the roots and the costs thereof shall be Association. January 2017 | Vitalia Voice 3
lifestyles news
Keeping a Busy Lifestyle this Winter I hope you had a peaceful, restful holiday and are ready for the various fun events and activities that are planned for the New Year! January and February kick off with some fabulous shows:
• Leslie Boehlert Lifestyles Director lboehlert@ evergreen-LM.com 772-800-2505
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January 14th: Studio 54 – a 10-piece musical ensemble playing hits from the ‘70s, ‘80s, and ‘90s. Tickets are $25 for residents and $30 for guests. January 20th: Blend – A Cappella quartet. Tickets are $15 for residents and $20 for guests. February 14th: Tony Pace Show – A show where music, energy and comedy collide. Tickets are $25 and $30 for guests.
Partnerships are forming in the New Year starting with The Council on Aging of Port St. Lucie and our first Have a Heart Valentine initiative. Drop off will be between January 30th-February 8th. The purpose of this will be to give Valentine’s gifts to seniors participating with The Council on Aging. A white tree will be in the lobby full of red and pink hearts (red for male, pink for female) and there will be a list of suggested items to buy available at the front desk. You can buy as many items on the list as you like. On February 13th the Event Planning Committee and I will be delivering the Valentine’s.
In connection with this partnership there will be FREE ART CLASSES taught by Debbie Chisholm. All instruction and supplies will be FREE! Debbie and her class will be making angels, necktie bibs for the men, and cupcake socks for both men and women. All items made in the class will be given with our Have a Heart items collected. Classes are on January 9th, 10th, 16th, and 17th. The class size is limited, so sign up today! Other partnerships include AARP Driver Safety and Golden Geekz Technology Education. For a small fee and a one-day class, you may qualify for a discount on your car insurance by taking a driver safety class. Social media is not going away, so why not embrace it and take an inexpensive class that teaches you how to use your smart phone, iPad, tablet, and laptop to connect with friends and family out of town. Wednesday Women and Wine is a new event starting on 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 (inside if inclement weather). The cost will be $15 per person. This will be open to residents only; 30 women will be able to participate. February 18th is the Annual Indoor Treasure Sale. Tables are $10 each. What a great time to clean out your attic and closets, pass that unused present along, and buy new “stuff ” from your neighbors. If you have any suggestions for events, speakers, trips, or classes, please write them down and either email me or put them in the suggestion box outside of my office.
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Join other Vitalia women for monthly WINE TASTINGS complete with nibbles, information & fun facts all about vino.
Wednesdays
beginning February 8th 5:00 to 7:00 pm held at the Seashell Pavilion – by the Captiva Club pool * $15 per person * moved inside if inclement weather
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out & about Lifestyles Free Movie Night - Hello My Name Is Doris Thursday, January 5th | 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 R, 95 minutes, and is a Comedy/Drama. With help from her best friend’s (Tyne Daly) granddaughter (Isabella Acres), a smitten woman (Sally Field) concocts schemes to get the attention of a younger co-worker (Max Greenfield) in her office.
Trivia - On Two Nights! Friday, January 13th OR Saturday, January 21st (21st is SOLD OUT) | 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 (1/13 OR 1/21 - SOLD OUT) to attend Trivia. After one week of ticket sales, IF tickets are still available for Trivia on either evening, they will be open for purchase to all.
Free Movie Night - Sully Friday, January 27th | 7pm | Doors Open 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom
No RSVP required. Popcorn provided. Bring your own beverage and snacks and enjoy the show! The movie is Rated PG-13, 96 minutes, and a Drama. On January 15, 2009, the world witnessed the “Miracle on the Hudson” when Captain “Sully” Sullenberger (Tom Hanks) glided his disabled plane onto the frigid waters of the Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 aboard. However, even as Sully was being heralded by the public and the media for his unprecedented feat of aviation skill, an investigation was unfolding that threatened to destroy his reputation and his career. Also starring Aaron Eckhart, Laura Linney, Anna Gunn, and Jerry Ferrera. 6 Vitalia Voice | January 2017
LIFESTYLES EVENTS TICKET SALE INFORMATION The main ticket sale will be Monday, January 2nd in the Grand Treasure Ballroom for Lifestyles Events from 9am-11am. Please pick up a deli ticket inside the Ballroom at 9am and wait for your number to be called. After January 2nd, tickets will be sold at the Captiva Club front desk, Monday–Friday from 8am-4pm. Payment is received by check ONLY (made payable to Vitalia HOA). All residents will need to present their Vitalia ID badges in order to purchase a ticket. The first two weeks a Lifestyles Event goes on sale, tickets will be for 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. Tickets will be on sale on Monday, January 9th at 9am for our February 14th Valentine’s performance with Tony Pace.
Arts & Crafts Class Necktie Napkins, Cupcake Socks and Angels Monday, January 9th, Tuesday, January 10th, Monday, January 16th, OR Tuesday, January 17th 9am-11am | Biscayne Room | FREE
January is the month to get ready for Valentine’s Day. This time, Debbie would like to invite crafters to sign up to make Valentine’s gifts for seniors with Council on Aging of St. Lucie County. Let’s make a few gifts to send them; it’s amazing to see the joy a small gift can bring. Use your many talents to make these items. ALL SUPPLIES WILL BE PROVIDED WITH INSTRUCTIONS. Choose which class you would like to attend and sign up with Debbie or at the front desk. Class limit is ten.
IN COLLABORATION WITH THE COUNCIL ON AGING OF ST. LUCIE, INC.
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 (list of suggested gifts available at front desk) bring gifts to clubhouse January 30-February 8
Some gift ideas include: lip balm • non-slip socks • lap blankets • lotion • Word Search books
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Vitalia Event Planning Committee Submitted by Cathy Powers, Chairperson Be prepared to be dazzled with the sensational music of the Studio 54 Tribute Band on January 14th. This 10-person ensemble performs an amazing tribute show featuring the best of Donna Summer, the Jacksons, Kool and the Gang, Abba, the Bee Gees, and many more mega hits of the ‘70s great disco era. Join in the fantasy and experience a musical journey as this action packed performance takes you back in time to when “platform shoes” were really hip! This promises to be one sensational night! It’ll be just like heaven in the Grand Treasure Ballroom as Blend: A Cappella Quartet entertains you with their unique singing style on January 20th. People from across the country rave about the sensational smooth tones from this talented quartet as they perform songs made famous by Elvis, Dion, Roy Orbison, the Drifters, and Ben E. King among others. All the way from Illinois, this A Cappella group comes to Vitalia to wow you with a rendition of popular hit songs from the past. Rock ‘n’ roll is here to stay and so are the memories of this marvelous show!
Hello New Neighbors! Paul & Barbara Bodner Wayne & Marsha Clive Lisa Hyams Tony & Julie Levite Robert & Emily Limjoco
Donald & Birgitta Millroy Graham Painter & Jean Willson Kenneth & Catherine Rau Dick & Nancy Smith William & Maureen Theroux
Local & Beyond Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit Tuesday, January 3rd | 10am-4pm St. Lucie Aquarium, Seaway Drive, Ft. Pierce
This 5,000-square-foot facility features more than 8,000 gallons of marine life. The Aquarium’s six aquarium displays and touch tank accurately reflect the habitats typically found in the Indian River Lagoon and surrounding coastal waters. Free admission to the St. Lucie County Marine Center is on the 1st Tuesday of every month.
Ambassadors of Swing, Dancing with the Big Band: A Tribute to Artie Shaw Tuesday, January 10th | 7pm Civic Center, Port St. Lucie
The stage is up, the band is ready, the Civic Center Ballroom is beautiful and the music is just as you remember it! All 8 Vitalia Voice | January 2017
they need is the crowd and a good time. The Ambassadors of Swing’s repertoire will include many selections for the occasion as well as our usual “classic” Big Band arrangements that patrons insist on dancing to. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Contact 772-807-4488 for more information.
Taste of Little Italy at Tradition Square Friday - Sunday, January 27th-29th | 3pm-10pm Tradition Square, Port St. Lucie
Come enjoy all of the food, music, fun and activities that await you, your family and friends at the 10th Annual Tradition Taste of Little Italy. Wine seminars, festival rides, entertainment and cooking demonstrations are just a few of the exciting activities planned this year! Admission is $7 for adults. Free for children 12 and under.
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out & about Fitness Classes Current class schedules are available in the lobby and on the website calendar at VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com. All classes are held in the Shoreside Aerobics Studio, unless otherwise specified.
Abs & More! 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 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.
H20 Pilates at Sunset Beach Pool 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 Line dance is a choreographed dance with a repeated sequence of steps in which a group of people dance in one or more lines or rows, all facing either each other or in the same direction, and executing the steps at the same time.
Pilates 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.
Step and Tone
Aqua Zumba at Sunset Beach Pool 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!
Core Strength 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.
Group X Toning 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. 10 Vitalia Voice | January 2017
This is a form of aerobic power distinguished from other types of aerobic exercise by its use of an elevated platform (the step). It helps burn calories, reduce stress, promote restful sleep, and strengthen muscles. Incorporating both upper and lower body movements together will improve your coordination and agility, and the constant push up onto the step will increase leg strength.
Stretch 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.
Zumba Incorporates Latin and international music and dance with a blended balance of cardio and muscle toning.
Zumba Gold Introduces easy-to-follow choreography focusing on balance, range of motion, and coordination. A modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves at a lower-intensity.
out & about Club/Group Meeting & Contact List Club/Group
Day
Time
Room
Contact
Phone
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
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maradembo1@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
Cathy Simon
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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
Sue Ann Goldman
772-345-2460
bobsue@htcplus.net
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
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
-
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, send Ricky Stephens your email address (sendaheartart@ gmail.com or 239-682-6532). Open Art Day Mondays | 1:30pm-5:30pm | Biscayne Room
You’re welcome to join us to create an art project. Bring your own project such as jewelry making, craft making, or mosaics, etc. If you wish to share your knowledge of a craft, 12 Vitalia Voice | January 2017
please let us know and we will schedule a teaching session. Let’s keep “ART” in Vitalia! If you wish to join us, please contact Polly Lasher at 772-345-9228 or Ricky Stephens at 239-682-6532.
Basketball Club Mondays at 4:30pm | Wednesdays at 2pm | Basketball Court
The weather is just about perfect for a bit of basketball at Vitalia. We have two scheduled times each week for hoops: Mondays at 4:30pm and Wednesdays at 2pm. All are welcome to join in. If you want more information, contact the Commish, Jim Loughlin, at jloughlin44@gmail.com. We
out & about Club / Group conducted our second free throw competition in November, and our defending champions managed to conquer their opposition one more time. Congrats to Judy and Bill!
Upcoming books: February 14th - Best Boy by Eli Gottlieb; March 14th - Circling the Sun by Paula McLain. Contact Adrian Goetz at 772-345-2294 or gba1255@aol.com.
Bingo
Bridge Club
Sunday, January 22nd | 7pm | Grand Treasure Ballroom
Thursdays | 1pm-4pm | Augustine Room
Start the New Year off right at the Captiva Club from 7pm to 9pm for a fun evening of Bingo. No need to reserve a seat. Simply pay $ 5 per person at the door for the evening. We will be serving coffee, tea, and snacks, but you are always welcome to bring your own snacks as well. See you there!
Bocce/Petanque Bocce: Saturdays | 9am Petanque: Tuesdays at 9am | Wednesdays at 5pm
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 Tuesday, January 10th | 9:30am | Augustine Room Friday, January 13th | 11am | Biscayne Room
This month we’ll be discussing Glory over Everything: Beyond The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom. This new, stand-alone novel opens in 1830, and Jamie, who fled from the Virginian plantation he once called home, is passing in Philadelphia society as a wealthy white silversmith. After many years of striving, Jamie has achieved acclaim and security, only to discover that his aristocratic lover Caroline is pregnant. Before he can reveal his real identity to her, he learns that his beloved servant Pan has been captured and sold into slavery in the South. Meanwhile, Caroline’s father learns and exposes Jamie’s secret, and Jamie loses his home, his business, and finally Caroline. Heartbroken and with nothing to lose, Jamie embarks on a trip to a North Carolina plantation where Pan is being held with a former Tall Oakes slave named Sukey, who is intent on getting Pan to the Underground Railroad.
Bridge players... join us for Co-ed Party Bridge on Thursdays from 1pm-4pm at the Captiva Club. All levels are welcome! For more information or questions, contact Cindy Loney at 772-345-4333 or clloney50@gmail.com.
Bunco Sunday, January 8th | 6:45pm-9pm | Grand Treasure Ballroom
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. Contact Mara Dembo for more information at maradembo1@gmail.com.
Car Club’s Show & Car Rally Sunday, January 29th | 4pm | Captiva Club Parking Lot
We will meet at 4pm for Show Time and then have a Rally Drive to a local restaurant where we can enjoy a good meal and good company. We will talk cars and about things to do in 2017. RSVP if you wish to join us at the restaurant so we have an accurate head count. The event is open to all Vitalia residents and all are invited to join in the rally and dining. Contact: Greg Trentacoste at 732-539-9110, 772-345-9267 or get300zx@aol.com.
Club Amici Friday, January 6th | 6pm | Grand Treasure Ballroom
Club Amici means club of friends. We invite all residents who have an interest in the Italian culture, the food, music, and the fellowship. It is not limited to Italian heritage at all. There are no dues! We January 2017 | Vitalia Voice 13
out & about Club / Group meet every other month with exciting events. It’s the night most residents look forward to attending! Our next event is a SELL OUT! For club information, talk with Carol L. Ritz, Rick and Linda Dixon, Tom and Sue Serian, Roz Vanderhoof, Frank and Mary Barone, Ray and Ruth Pezzi, Vito and Mary Blancato, Susan O’Dell, or Angela Moltzon.
Friends and Neighbors of Education (FAN) Club Friday, February 3rd | 9:30am-10:30am | Biscayne Room
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. We will be planning our efforts to participate in the February Indoor Treasure Sale as a fundraiser. Please come to the meeting and learn how you can be part of this team and to hear about our accomplishments. For more information, please contact cathy@powersnetwork.com or call 772-345-2486.
Fishing Club Thursday, January 12th | 10am-11am | Biscayne Room
Attention all fishing fans! Join us at this meeting to start preparing for the Spring Fishing Tournament here in Vitalia. If you have any questions or would like to be included in our emails, please contact Dave Pachuta at mirage0204@htcplus.net.
Genealogy Club Friday, January 13th | 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.
series, and current events. In January we will likely look at Paul’s other letters to the churches. We are completing the study of the Book of Ephesians. It is believed Paul wrote this letter to the City of Ephesus (now Turkey) while in prison at Rome (A.D. 60). All are welcome regardless of faith or background. For more information, please contact Kathy Simon at 352-238-5472 or finefeather1983@gmail.com or Doug Farrone at 954-214-2591 or dougfarrone@htcplus.net.
Hand & Foot Thursdays | 1pm-4pm | Biscayne Room
Join us for a fun afternoon. Beginners and experienced players are welcome. Please contact Bob Goldman at 772345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus.net.
Investment Club Tuesday, January 17th | 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, January 12th | 1pm | Conchy Joe’s
Come join your neighbors as we go to Conchy Joe’s Seafood in Jensen Beach on the Bay, which is known for its Conch Chowder and Bar Harbor Main Clam Chowder soup. You can also enjoy their Raw Clam Bar. We will be sitting in the patio section of the restaurant overlooking the Bay. Ladies, invite your neighbors to join us for a lovely lunch. Go shopping afterwards at the quaint little shops in downtown Jensen Beach. RSVP to Carla Mansfield at 772-345-1460.
Good News Bible Study Wednesdays | 11am-12pm | Augustine Room
We are an interactive Bible-based group studying the Old and New Testaments. Lessons are from Scripture, DVD 14 Vitalia Voice | January 2017
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out & about Club / Group 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.
Sometimes some folks might think that there is a conflict between the parenthetical and the color-coding (that the color-coding conflicts with what it says in the parentheses). In such cases, you have to consider the parenthetical as being the final word. A typical example is when a quint hand is shown with a quint of a numbered suit tile, and a quint or kong of dragons in a different color - and the parenthetical says “any tile of any suit, plus any dragon.”
Ladies of Vitalia (LOVe) Hadassah
Pickleball Club
Game Day: Tuesday, January 17th | 11:30am-3:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom
Open Play Daily | 6am & 4pm Ladies Only on Monday, Thursday & Saturday | 8am
Get your table together to play Mahjong, Canasta, Mexican Train, etc., and pick your box lunch from our many choices ($18). RSVP by January 10th. See our website (hadassahlove.wordpress.com) or contact Renee at 772-3452644 or Ruth at 772-345-0464 for complete details. 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. See our website for additional information. The sale of Enjoyment Books ($35) and Mahjong Cards ($8-$9) continues. Contact Sue Ann at 772-345-2460 to place your orders. Save the date: Tuesday, March 21st for our Annual Fashion Show.
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: What does “any suit” mean when there are two colors? When there are three colors? A: Normally, if a hand is shown in two colors, the hand must be made in two suits (any two suits). When it’s shown in three colors (excepting flowers or winds), then the hand must be made in three suits, in any combination. All groups of one color must be the same suit (any same suit). The color-coding on the card cannot say it all in every case. So when the color-coding isn’t sufficient to explain the requirements of a particular hand, the card designer writes a parenthetical to give more information.
Start the New Year off right and come join the fun! Open play every day, twice a day! Clinics for newcomers are held the first two Tuesdays of each month. Check out our website at vitaliapickleball.com and click on Newbie Classes to register. If you’ve never held a pickleball paddle, call Kevin Schuler at 772-345-6216 or LJ Miller at 772-345-2111 for a FREE introductory lesson. 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 | 5:30pm-6:30pm Thursdays | 11:15am-12:15pm Saturdays | 9am-10am
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 is on order! Our club continues to grow! Please join us on Wednesday evenings at 7pm and Friday afternoons at 1pm for singles and doubles play. Even if you have not played since you were a teenager, stop by, pick up a paddle and it will quickly come back to you. 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. January 2017 | Vitalia Voice 15
out & about Club / Group 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 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, January 18th | 12pm-2:30pm Stuart Tram Tour/ Lady Ann’s Victoria Tea House
We will meet in Stuart at the City Hall building for the tram tour, which will leave at 12:10pm and bring us to Lady Ann’s at 1pm for lunch. After lunch our tram driver will pick us up and drive us back to City Hall. The tram can hold 20 ladies and we are looking forward to a full trolley. Those who wish to just go to Lady Ann’s can do so. View the menu at www. ladyannstearoom.com/menus. Please contact Sue Ann at 772-345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus.net or Anita Germano at 352-460-2925 or btlbrsh@gmail.com.
Tennis Club Check Weekly Calendar in Vitalia Voice For Open Play Times
The election of the Tennis Club Board for 2017 was completed. The Board will consist of Gayle Deighan, Jim Follin, Bob Memis, Jill Okin, and Lenny Weinberg. Gayle and Bob will serve as the co-chairs. Our Color Wars (white vs. blue) tennis tournament was a lot of fun. The picture below shows the participants. But more important than the tournament was the success of our Food Drive. Thanks to the Tennis Club and Vitalia residents, we collected over 300 pounds of food for the food bank. The Treasure Coast Food Bank was very appreciative. Have a HAPPY and HEALTHY NEW YEAR! 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.
Single’s Club Saturday, January 7th | 5:30pm | Courtine’s in Stuart
Join the Single’s Club for monthly activities and make new friends. 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 Tuesday, January 10th | 4:30pm | Augustine Room
No matter what sports or teams you follow, join us for our monthly discussion group, bus trips to games, and more. Contact Ron Shandler at vitalia@ronshandler.com for more information.
Sunshine Club The club gives support to people who have had a death in the family, hospitalization, etc. Let Susan O’Dell know of any instance where a card would be warranted at sunshineatvitalia@gmail.com. Membership fee is $10 per household or ONLY $5 for a single household. Pick up a membership form in the Captiva Club Library (the form explains what one receives with membership). 16 Vitalia Voice | January 2017
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).
Veterans Club Friday, January 20th | 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.
Meet & Greet
Saturday, January 28th | 12pm-1:30pm | FREE Grand Treasure Ballroom If you closed between October 1st and December 31st please join the Welcome Committee for a new homeowner party! Lunch and beverages will be served. Welcome Committee Members will be there to answer all of your questions and provide information about activities, restaurants, clubs, shopping and so much more! RSVP to Kathy Pachuta at mirage0204@htcplus.net no later than Friday, January 20th.
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