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FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK

Pick Your Passion

H

appy Valentine’s Day! I don’t know about you, but this February I am thinking about passion.

OK, not the fiery stuff of romance novels, but the

slow-burning flames that fuel long relationships, whether they are with our spouses, our friends, or even our life pursuits.

Just look at Christian Siriano; his passion for fashion drove him to win Project Runway in 2008 when he was just 22, and he hasn’t slowed down since. He’ll be sharing his story at Fashion Meets Art this month, and our sneak peek begins on page 134. We’ll also introduce you to Dr. Johnson Hagood. You might know him as a friendly local dentist, but this month you can say hello to the artist whose painting was chosen for the Windsor Charity Polo Cup commemorative poster.

In our cover story, you’ll meet Ava Grayce Sanders, a Vero Beach High School junior. Her passion for barrel racing began when she fell in love with a horse named Bucky way back when her age was still in the low single digits. In 2021, that passion propelled her to a national championship victory at age 15. For amateur astronomer Terry Grage, it happened when comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 crashed into Jupiter. Those sparks ignited his passion for stargazing, and it has been burning brightly ever since. We’ll take you on a visit to Mind’s Eye Observatory, and you might be surprised to find out where it is.

Ted Pankiewicz’s passion is for helping others. For the Love of Paws, the organization he founded to honor his daughter-in-law’s memory, grows every time he meets a person in need. And in our final feature story, Missi Rothenberger, who was kind enough to invite us into her beautiful home, shares her passion for design and a love story that will warm your heart.

See why I’m thinking about passion? Every day I’m humbled and inspired by the people I meet in this town. I hope this Valentine’s Day finds you deeply engaged with the love of your life, whoever or whatever that might be.

See you in March!

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Heather O’Shea editor@verobeachmagazine.com

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Be Mine?

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uestion of the month: “Will you be my Valentine?” Oh, how I miss the days when we would just check a box

for yes or no ... it has evolved, hasn’t it? There are many creative ways to show your loved one you care these days. A simple gift is always great, and our Valentine Gift Guide is full of ideas. Or how about a handwritten letter to the one you love, a nice glass of wine, or even a simple walk on the beach? Those are all perfect for me! What will you do for your Valentine?

This season brings so many events! I’m looking forward to Fashion Meets Art and the “Vero Collects” exhibition at Vero Beach Museum of Art, Vero Beach Garden Club’s Gardenfest, the car show at McKee, and the Windsor Charity Polo Cup, just to name a few of the things happening here in February. Be sure to check out our calendar so you don’t miss a thing. Thinking about all the fun activities happening in Vero Beach this month makes my heart happy.

As I continue to navigate my new position as publisher, I’m constantly learning new things.

Mainly, I’ve realized how much I love and care about this magazine, our team, this community, and our business partners. A song is playing in my head. The Carpenters sang it best: “We’ve only just begun....”

As I wrap this letter up and sip my glass of wine, I want to ask one question: Vero Beach, will you be my Valentine?

Teri Amey-Arnold, Publisher

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Features

On the Cover: A local teen wins a national rodeo title See the story on page 126 Photograph by Acentric Rodeo

126 Galloping to Glory

When it comes to barrel racing, VBHS junior Ava Grayce Sanders is not horsing around

By Ann Taylor

134 Sartorial Star

Designer Christian Siriano brings his fresh, fun, ‘fierce’ style to VBMA’s Fashion Meets Art 2022

By Ann Taylor

142 Safe Harbor

Missi Rothenberger singlehandedly navigates a shared dream to create a home that is shipshape

By Renáe Tesauro

150 Palette, Palate & Polo Mallet

Twenty-year Vero Beach resident Dr. Johnson Hagood has found success in both art and dentistry

By Julia Douglas

158 Labor of Love

For the Love of Paws helps seniors in need keep their beloved companions by their sides

By Amy Robinson

162 Carpe Noctem: Seize the Night

Amateur astronomer Terry Grage travels the universe from his backyard

By Patrick Merrell

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174 Valentine Gift Guide Local merchants offer perfect presents for that special someone

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Departments 108

22 Wilde Side A biophile gives her heart to Florida’s hammock

By Evelyn Wilde Mayerson

32 New & Noteworthy Vero Valentines: Local businesses and nonprofits are the heart of our town

58 Previews Do your heart good with a February full of fun, fashion and philanthropy

94 Indian River Insights Nothing says ‘I love you’ like a healthy start

By Jeffrey R. Pickering

100 Living Well

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Healthy relationships and physical well-being go hand in hand

By Renáe Tesauro

108 Classic Cars Take a sneak peek at this month’s 12th annual Motor Car Exhibition at McKee Botanical Garden

By Patrick Merrell

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Departments 116 True Tails Dogs jump for joy as the sport of agility emphasizes fun over winning

By Amy Robinson

186 Weddings Katherine Taylor Eppink & Zachary Miles Comer

188 The Scene With song and service, local nonprofits entertain and engage the community

204 Gallery Guide Local galleries make us fall in love with art again and again

210 Calendar The season flows on with a February full of fantastic events

218 Business Directory Thank you for supporting our local businesses

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224 Double Take Test your powers of perception

By Heather Botto

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About Us

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ero Beach Magazine is the first magazine in history to be dedicated exclusively to Vero Beach and remains the only local magazine with verified circulation. A minimum of 10,000 magazines are distributed monthly, to at least 30,000 readers in almost every state, including Alaska and Hawaii.

Vero Beach Magazine’s staff is committed to using print media to make Indian River County a better place for all residents, mindful of environmental and historic preservation, while underscoring the best aspects of life in this charming oceanfront community.

Winner of numerous awards since its inception, starting with the Florida Magazine Association’s Best New Magazine Award in 1998, Vero Beach Magazine has made its greatest impact by providing meaningful information to readers about the needs of local nonprofit organizations, which no other local media outlet had done, inspiring philanthropy that now exceeds $400 million a year in Indian River County and prompting nonprofit coverage by many other media companies.

In November Vero Beach Magazine was acquired by Palm Beach Media Group, publisher of internationally renowned Florida Design as well as six monthly flagship titles, including Palm Beach Illustrated and Naples Illustrated. A proven leader in publishing excellence, PBMG looks forward to building on the magazine’s successful history.

Vero Beach Magazine’s main office is a historic 1914 building at 956 20th Street, on the corner of 10th Avenue and State Road 60 eastbound, in downtown Vero Beach.

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BY EVELYN WILDE MAYERSON

My Funny Valentine THIS BIOPHILE GIVES HER HEART TO THE HAMMOCK

F

ebruary 14 marks Valentine’s Day, a

sentimental folk tradition first designated as a feast day honoring the third-century Roman priest Valentine, the patron saint of couples, beekeepers and fainting.

Every year, a couple of millennia later on, the holiday meant to replace the orgiastic celebration of Lupercalia described in Plutarch’s “Life of Caesar,” my father gave my mother a heart-shaped box of Whitman’s chocolates.

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our teachers handed out red construction paper that we folded in half.

Then we drew an ear on the

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Most of us started cutting out construction paper hearts as children, long before we graduated to scissors with points.

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fold, cut out the ear, wrote

the flag, you placed your

design of this universal

it as three-chambered with

something sanguine on the

hand on the left side of

symbol of affection so

a dent in the middle.

unfolded double-ear and

your chest where this

wrong? Leonardo da Vinci

It may be that the iconic

pasted it on a paper doily.

corporeal valentine was

created remarkably accu-

scalloped shape with a cleft

supposed to lodge. Most of

rate anatomical drawings.

in its base was with us long

tine that you gave to your

The result was a valen-

us eventually discovered

After that, either the heart

before its actual depiction

mother, your teacher if you

that we were dedicating

transmogrified, or no

in 13th-century Italian

had your wits about you, or

ourselves to our country

one else ever looked that

artist Giotto’s paintings or

your best friend, who may

over a bronchial tree and

closely.

in the illustrated French

or may not have returned

that our four-chambered

the favor.

heart, which was closer

who began his career as

the Pear,” in which a young

to the center of our chest,

a gladiator physician,

lover hands a damsel what

over, the heart was

was not shaped at all like a

wasn’t too far off when he

looks like a double-ear.

considered the seat of

double ear but more closely

described the heart with

emotions. When you

resembled a duplex.

two chambers, although

iconograph goes further

Aristotle earlier described

back, to the heart-shaped

Until the brain took

pledged allegiance to

How did we get the

When

Greek physician Galen,

poem, “The Romance of

It’s possible that the

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tattoos like the one on Jennifer Aniston’s right foot that bears the name of her beloved corgi, Norman.

What is love anyway?

The emotion seems more abstract than its symbol. Is it Robert Burns’ “red, red rose” or Tina Turner’s “second-hand emotion”? Or is love seen in something simple like cartoonist Charles Schulz’s famous homily, “Love is sharing your popcorn”?

Take your pick. The general agreement is that the feeling, fired up not by the pump in the middle of your chest but more likely the temporal lobe’s hippocampus, is strong and constant, reflected in love for the divine, for a partner in an intimate and comROGER CULOS

mitted relationship, for children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, for one’s home or other special The seeds of silphium, a relative of fennel that was used in ancient Greece as a love potion, may have influenced our thinking about the shape of the heart.

place.

Love is not always a two-way street. Sometimes love is one-sided, like Cyrano’s passion for Roxanne or my neighbor’s steadfast

seed of silphium, a species

as easily have been the kid-

symbolizes deep affection

devotion to Clint East-

of fennel that the ancient

neys or the liver, although

in all its manifestations.

wood, or my own deep and

Greek colonists of Cyrene

I can’t imagine Hank

gave as a love potion as well

Willams singing “Your

everywhere we can, carve

Florida’s natural precincts.

as a cure for arthritis.

cheatin’ liver will tell on

it initialed on tree trunks,

Psychoanalyst Erich

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We inscribe this heart

abiding affection for all of

you” or Whitney Houston

send each other digital

Fromm gave that feeling

the single-purposed organ

wondering where broken

versions over the internet,

a name. He proposed

whose only job is to pump

kidneys go. Whatever. We

and, despite love’s reputa-

“biophilia,” based on the

blood around the body is a

are stuck with an ideo-

tion for inconstancy, etch

hypothesis that we expe-

curious leap. It could just

graph of a double-ear that

it on our bodies in faithful

rience a passionate love of

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KELLY ROGERS

Perhaps it was biophilia that inspired the effort to preserve Jungle Trail, an 8-mile unpaved road that passes by the Captain Forester Hammock Preserve.

nature because we evolved

the tropic. The object of

marooned behind a sand

tree snails glint like jewels.

in it.

my affection is subtropical

bar, is another.

Pungent with decay and

Fromm believed that

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Other choices might

growth, the hammock’s

we may be genetically

the sea, a watery peninsula

include the state’s savan-

filtered sunlight dapples

predisposed to a strong

without too much salt,

nas and wetlands or its

cabbage palm, live oak,

attraction to the outdoors

except at its more estua-

hidden, inaccessible places

gumbo limbo with its peel-

because it is encoded in our

rine reaches, a place where

like caves named Pancake

ing red bark, cocoplum,

DNA. This innate devotion

pungent muck blankets a

Squeeze or The Cemetery,

magnolia, strangler fig

to nature’s balance and

porous bed of limestone

which pock the peninsula’s

snaking down aerial roots

harmony, in which we lose

through which water

spiny ridge, or swamps

to choke its host, and wild

comfort and control only to

percolates like a Coleman

where I have slogged with

tamarind with seed pods

gain unfettered wildness

stove.

the Audubon Society and

the size of an iPhone.

ourselves, accounts for

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Florida, the anteroom of

Florida has so many

the Sierra Club beside

Other than a narrow

more polished ideas of con-

backyards it’s hard to pick

water moccasins floating

path grubbed for stumps

servation and stewardship.

a favorite. Beaches where

coiled like garden hoses.

and roots with picks and

The strange alchemy

ghost crabs scuttle to the

If I am put to it, I would

crowbars, the ground on

compounded in the wil-

water’s edge past flagging

probably choose Florida’s

either side is thick with

derness may explain my

sea oats is one contender.

hardwood hammocks,

myrtle and palmetto. You

unreasonable love for the

The Indian River Lagoon,

closed canopy forests,

may hear scampering in

soggy, mildewed bridge

part of the Atlantic Ocean

sometimes as dark as

the convoluted growth, but

between the temperate and

that somehow became

twilight, where colorful

you seldom see anything,

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Associating love with the singlepurposed organ whose only job is to pump blood around the body is a curious leap.

although once I caught

habitat of the barrier

sight of baby possums just

island.

out of the pouch clinging

First grubbed in the

like carbuncles to the curve

1920s so citrus growers

of their mother’s tail.

could haul their products

What was a deep-green

from the groves, the dirt

forest of gnarled trees

trail was soon designated

where bubbling streams

as a public road. Today

disappear into a bog is

the citrus groves have

fast disappearing. Slices

been replaced with gated

of hammocks that remain

communities, although in

continue to be threatened

the spring the air is scented

by development, fire,

with traces of citrus

hydrological alterations

blossoms from abandoned

such as dams and irri-

plantations.

gation ditches, not to

Hammock is an Indian

mention invasive species

word for a shady place,

like the kudzu vine that

which describes much of

crept unannounced over

the Jungle Trail, except for

our border with Georgia,

a few open spaces where

or the Australian Pine,

snakes warm themselves in

introduced to the state as

the morning sun.

a windbreak, proliferating like weeds.

To our community’s

The trail opens at its northern end to an unexpected bonus, the

credit, there are still

environmental valentine

hammocks to be found in

of Pelican Island National

Indian River County. The

Wildlife Refuge, where,

most easily accessible are

from a boardwalk looking

probably those that bank

west, you can see roosting

the Jungle Trail like diora-

wood storks on Pelican

mas. An 8-mile sandy road

Island, the nation’s first

on the National Register

wildlife refuge, established

of Historic Places, Jungle

in 1903 by President Theo-

Trail winds through what

dore Roosevelt, a biophile

once was the hammock

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ALLOW ME TO DEMONSTRATE FEBRUARY 1/FEBRUARY 10: EVENTS AT TRIMMINGS Trimmings Home Garden and Gifts is pleased to welcome back Andrea Molloy, who will present a Nantucket basket-making demonstration Feb. 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Molloy, an accomplished weaver whose baskets are available for purchase in the shop, will demonstrate the techniques involved in this time-honored craft. In addition, Trimmings will host a Valentine-themed flower arranging workshop Feb. 10 at 3 p.m. The fee for the workshop is $75, which includes a container and all materials. Reservations are required, so please contact the shop to register.

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FEBRUARY 1–28: ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION AT MEGHAN CANDLER GALLERY Landscape painter Linda Arnold has been associated with Meghan Candler Gallery since its inception 20 years ago, and both are celebrating this milestone with a February exhibition. Arnold, who describes her recent works as capturing “the dynamic tension between representation and abstraction,” will perform live painting demonstrations in the Village Shops’ courtyard. She lives in New York City and Vero Beach, and her work has been honored with many prestigious awards. Contact the gallery for more information and enjoy a preview by taking a virtual walk through the exhibition on the gallery’s website.

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“Dancing Leaves,” acrylic on canvas, 18 x 18 inches

HOME IS WHERE YOUR ART IS FEBRUARY 9–10: WELCOME BACK DAYS AT KRUPP GALLERY Artist Barbara Krupp wants to offer a special welcome to guests and seasonal residents who have arrived to enjoy the sunshine and beauty of Vero Beach during the month of February. Enjoy Welcome Back Days at her studio and gallery, and perhaps you’ll even find a unique gift for that special art lover in your life.

BARBARA KRUPP FINE ART STUDIO/GALLERY

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FOR THE FLORIDA BIRDS FEBRUARY 10–16: NEW ART AT M. MAISON A new selection of works by local artist René Guerin will be shown at M. Maison Feb. 10 through 16, with a special opportunity to meet the artist Feb. 10 from 2 to 5 p.m. Guerin is known for her expressive, witty paintings that explore life in coastal Florida. While her work is rooted in realism, she often takes creative liberties, placing greater emphasis on expressive characteristics through her use of gestural brushstrokes, flattened or distorted perspectives, unconventional compositions, and unique color combinations. Her new work highlights the many techniques and diverse subject matter that have become part of her repertoire over the years, from sea and riverscapes to still lifes and lively figurative compositions.

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“Pelicans”

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BENEFICIAL BROWSING FEBRUARY 10, 12, 17 & 19 J. McLaughlin has designed a series of sip and shop events to benefit local causes. Sip while you shop, knowing that 15% of the proceeds from each event will go to support nonprofit organizations in our community.

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MASTERY & VERSATILITY FEBRUARY 11–12: SHY CREATION Shy Dayan, the master jeweler and lead designer of Shy Creation, handcrafts and hand sets each piece in his collection, reinventing the art of fine wearable jewelry.

FEBRUARY 24–25: CLARA WILLIAMS Versatility is a central theme for designer Clara Williams. Her exquisite jewelry contains unique elements found throughout her travels, which help her produce oneof-a-kind mix-and-matchable jewelry.

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ABSTRACT ACQUISITION NEW NATKIN PAINTING AT FINDLAY GALLERIES Findlay Galleries has acquired a painting titled “Duke Ellington” by abstract artist Robert Natkin (1930–2010). During his studies at the Art Institute of Chicago, Natkin became interested in postimpressionist and abstract expressionist paintings. He was also heavily influenced by the work of Willem de Kooning. Natkin’s powerful canvases can be found in major museums and prestigious collections throughout the world.

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RAPID REVITALIZATION SILKPEEL MICRODERMABRASION AT ICONIC The skin care treatment known as the lunchtime facial, SilkPeel Microdermabrasion, is now available at Iconic Dermatology. Known for its minimal downtime and its effectiveness for all skin types, the service includes the use of a medical-grade diamond treatment head that exfoliates the outer layer of skin and delivers a topical dermaceutical throughout the skin at a controlled intensity. The SilkPeel is used to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone and sun damaged and acne-prone skin. The treatments also stimulate new cell growth and address your specific skin conditions.

ICONIC DERMATOLOGY

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SWEATING FOR THE WEDDING LIFT VERO OFFERING BRIDE & GROOM BOOT CAMP Lift Vero is launching its first weight-loss boot camp program designed for the bride-to-be and the entire wedding party. With so many weddings postponed due to COVID, there is a high expectation of nuptials in 2022.

The Lift Vero team is available to help those who would like to lose the “quarantine 15” for their big day. Lift Vero will also sponsor a Bridal Expo and will offer programs for wedding parties, including training, meal plans, goals, weekly progress tracking and accountability, weekly workouts and more.

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WREATHED IN RESPECT COASTAL VAN LINES PARTICIPATES IN WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA In December, Coastal Van Lines received and distributed more than 2,000 wreaths for Wreaths Across America.

Wreaths were placed on headstones of American heroes who served our country and fought for freedom. Jake Parks and Tony Garcia of Coastal Van Lines are pictured as they prepare to place the wreaths.

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FOR THE LOVE OF VERO NEW COLLECTION LAUNCHING IN 2022 6th Avenue Jewelers is excited to announce that a brand new “Love Vero” collection will debut in February 2022. Bracelets and necklaces will be available in sterling silver and 14-karat yellow or white gold to represent your love for the Vero Beach community.

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SUPPORTING SCIENCE IRLT CELEBRATES JUNIOR SCIENTISTS The Indian River Land Trust is pleased to announce that 15 junior scientists have completed their research projects for the Junior Scientist Fellows program, a partnership between the Land Trust and FAU’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, made possible this year by the Benedict Foundation. The research conducted by these local high school students provides important information for the Land Trust to manage its shoreline properties and maximize the preservation of their native wildlife habitats and the adjoining lagoon.

As a culmination of their research, the three teams of students have the privilege of presenting their research at the Indian River Lagoon Symposium Feb. 17 and 18 at Harbor Branch. IRLT commends the students for their hard work and dedication to promoting the health of the lagoon and the species that call it home.

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ARMED TO DINE NEW TABLE WITH CHAIRS AT FANTASTIC FINDS Available now at Fantastic Finds is a beautiful dining set from the popular and high-end McGuire furniture company. The table features a bamboo pedestal base with a thick beveled-glass hexagon top and six chairs.

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ON DISPLAY NEW COLLECTION AT HAZEL HOUSE Hazel House invites you to view a new art collection that will be on display through the month of February. The art, provided by a vendor, is brand new and comes in various sizes, but most are largescale pieces. Stop by to select a piece for your space.

KEY TO STYLE KEY LARGO COLLECTION AT LED CAPSTONE LED Capstone presents the Key Largo Collection, inspired by the Benjamin Company’s RLM dome reflector lights, which had a profound influence on industrial illumination. The Key Largo’s solid copper shade features a stylish dome shape to ensure the light is directed downward, allowing a beautiful display as a wall mount, pendant or stem. Custom finishes are available, so visit the LED showroom to discover more.

HAZEL HOUSE

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LED CAPSTONE

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NET ACHIEVEMENT ELIZABETH D. KENNEDY & CO. LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE Elizabeth Kennedy has launched a new website to make it easy for clients to learn how she and her team can make entertaining effortless. Kennedy, who has been serving the Vero Beach community for more than 37 years, is available to cater large events and also to craft daily meals through her home bistro selections. Visit the website and start planning your next menu.

ELIZABETH D. KENNEDY & CO.

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SOCK IT TO ’EM FOURTH ANNUAL SOCK DRIVE UNDERWAY The fourth annual Vero Beach Sock Drive continues through Feb. 28, with 25 donation locations around the county. Last year’s drive brought in more than 8,500 pairs of new socks, which were distributed to more than 10 area nonprofit organizations. The sock drive is an ad hoc effort organized by “a bunch of people who want to make a small difference in people’s lives.” Collection locations and additional information can be found on the group’s website.

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EASY COME EASY CLOSE CUSTOM SIMPLE-CLOSE SHUTTERS AT PALM COAST SHUTTERS Palm Coast Shutters is offering accordion shutters that provide codeapproved hurricane protection as well as easy “fingertip” operation for commercial or residential applications. These accordion shutters offer effortless opening and closing and work great for windows, sliding glass doors, patios, balconies and more. In the open position, accordions are stacked to both sides, offering a full, unobstructed view; when closed, they can double as security shutters to protect your home.

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NEW CARPET LINE AT DESIGNER’S TOUCH FLOORING Another new line of carpet has been added to Designer’s Touch Flooring’s inventory. The Hibernia collection uses the finest wools from around the world, providing many long-lasting benefits.

This carpeting is naturally resistant to dirt and soiling, making it exceptionally easy to maintain. It is also non-allergenic and naturally flame retardant. This collection’s strength and durability allow it to maintain its beauty for years to come.

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COMFORT BY DESIGN CERTIFIED DESIGNERS AVAILABLE AT THE HOUSE OF LIGHTS If you are building a new home or remodeling an existing structure, The House of Lights can help with all lighting, ceiling fan and home decor needs. With a team of American Lighting Association-certified designers to assist with selections for your design process, you will have no shortage of support as you make design decisions. Visit the showroom to see the new Visual Comfort, Hudson Valley, Mitzi, Corbett, Troy and Generation Lighting galleries.

THE HOUSE OF LIGHTS

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PARADE AROUND CATHY CURLEY IN CHRISTMAS PARADE Cathy Curley of Dale Sorensen Real Estate participated in the 37th annual Vero Beach Christmas Parade. Curley created a tropical “I’m Dreaming of a Pink Christmas” theme for her float. Her golf cart was decked out with flamingos, palm trees and pink wreaths.

The event served as a family affair, with Curley’s husband driving the cart and their sons in attendance as well. The celebration continued with an invitation from Curley to stop by the Cardinal Drive office for hot chocolate and cookies after the parade.

CATHY CURLEY

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CREATIVE CASHMERE NEW LINE AT SASSY The team at Sassy Boutique is excited to carry the consciously created contemporary cashmere knitwear brand Jumper 1234. The brand was founded in 2014 by friends with a desire to create comfortable and durable cashmere knitwear with a playful edge. The pieces, which are naturally sustainable and machine washable, originate in the Mongolian countryside and help support the nomadic herdsmen of Mongolia and their families.

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SKY & SEA LOCAL ARTIST’S WORK AT VINTAGE VERO Vintage Vero is showing works by Vero Beach artist Tommy McDonnell. An avid surfer, he draws inspiration from the sea and the sky. The pieces are infused with the palette and shapes that reflect life on the ocean in an abstract manner. Visit Vintage Vero to learn more about this collection.

VINTAGE VERO

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“Big B” by Tommy McDonnell, acrylic on canvas, 60 x 48 inches

HEARTS OF GOLD LITERACY SERVICES CELEBRATES 50 YEARS Literacy Services of Indian River County, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering adults with literacy skills, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. A generous grant from the John’s Island Foundation has enabled the group to furnish its Fellsmere location and purchase additional computers, making it possible to reach more people and expand its programs. Tutors, who receive training and ongoing support, are always needed.

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RAISE THE ROOF STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS AT YGMA Youth Guidance Mentoring Academy has a new roof over its head, thanks to the generosity of the John’s Island Foundation, Jeff and Shari Wampler, Mary Lewisy and other private donors.

The organization, which provides daily meals and mentoring programs for children and young adults aged 5–24, is currently raising funds to completely renovate the structure, which was built in 1961 and originally served as the public library.

YOUTH GUIDANCE MENTORING ACADEMY

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SEA FLOORS NEW ADDITION TO FALASIRI FLORIDA COLLECTION Sand and Sea carpets, from the Falasiri Florida Collection, are available now.

Specific to Falasiri, these carpets are handmade in natural fibers. Visit the showroom to select the style that best suits your decor.

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Welcome Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital welcomes boardcertified rheumatologist Rochelle Rosian, M.D., as medical director of rheumatology. Her medical interests include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis and osteoporosis. Rosian completed her undergraduate degree at Youngstown State University near her hometown of Canfield, Ohio, before graduating from Northeastern Ohio University’s College of Medicine. Her residency at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh was followed by a rheumatology fellowship at Cleveland Clinic. For 25 years she has cared for patients as a staff physician in the Department of Rheumatic and Immunologic Diseases at Cleveland Clinic in Ohio.

Most recently, she served as director of regional rheumatology, overseeing a practice that included nearly a dozen physicians. Dr. Rosian is accepting new patients at Cleveland Clinic’s Health and Wellness Center in Vero Beach. To schedule an appointment, call 772-569-8550.

United Way Foundation of Indian River County is pleased to welcome four new volunteers to its board of directors: Alex Batt, Stuart Hirstein, Jay Knoll and Chris Hill. “Board members are the lifeblood of our organization. Without their dedication we could not continue our mission to support the critical work done by the United Way of Indian River County,” says Executive Director Elizabeth Ullian. The United Way Foundation is solely focused on building a permanent endowment to support the work of the United Way in Indian River County for generations to come.

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Ocean Drive Plastic Surgery is pleased to welcome Jimmy Chim, M.D., to its team. He is a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in the “mommy makeover.” He is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Chim is accepting new patients, and you are invited to contact the office for additional details.

Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital welcomes Eleni Anastasia Tousimis, M.D., as medical director of the ScullyWelsh Cancer Center. Tousimis, former president of the American Medical Women’s Association, received her medical degree from Albany Medical College in New York. She completed her residency at Guthrie Clinic in Pennsylvania and surgical fellowships at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the European Institute of Oncology in Italy. Dr. Tousimis has been a practicing breast cancer surgeon for 20 years and will continue to see patients in her new position.

Vero Beach Clay Shooting Sports is pleased to welcome new instructor Bill Skully. As a Life Member of the PGA of America and an NRA-certified instructor, Skully brings a lifetime of experience. He has gained the knowledge and skills to advance clay target shooters to the next level and beyond.

His instructional technique stresses the mental and physical fundamentals in shooting, which become the foundation for creating the expertise needed to achieve higher skill levels. If you are new to the sport or just want to improve your clay target shooting, Skully is available for private and group instruction at Vero Beach Clay Shooting Sports.

Reilly Construction would like to welcome Carl Anello to its staff as senior project manager.

He has many years of experience constructing luxury homes in the area, including homes in the Windsor and John’s Island communities. The whole Reilly team looks forward to working with Anello.

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AMAC Alex MacWilliam Real Estate welcomes Bailey Schlitt to the team. A Vero Beach native, Schlitt is a graduate of Vero Beach High School and Indian River State College, where she received her A.A. in business administration and is currently on the path to obtain her bachelor’s degree. After many years of working alongside her father in the construction and rental business, Schlitt discovered her passion for real estate. She trusts that her knowledge and experience related to construction, renovation and real estate will benefit her clients as she assists them with the biggest investment of their lives. When she is not working, Schlitt loves spending time in the mountains, camping, boating, fishing and practicing yoga. She also volunteers at St. Helen Catholic Church, where she has been on four mission trips. Indian River County is more than just a place to call home for Schlitt; it is the place where she grew up, surrounded by her ever-growing family, which has been in the county for over 100 years and has played a part in making Vero Beach what it is today.

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Annabel Robertson, a 25-year resident of Vero Beach, has been named chief impact officer. Her experience includes stints as executive director at local nonprofit organizations United Against Poverty and the VNA & Hospice Foundation. In her new role, she will oversee planning, fund development and partnerships.

Ronald Wise Sr. has been named director of program services. An army veteran and native of Washington, D.C., Wise brings a rich background in logistics and nonprofit management to the position.

His previous roles include serving as executive director of the USO of Metropolitan Washington, senior logistics associate for the American Red Cross International Disaster Unit, and director of food development and volunteer programs for the Capital Area Food Bank.

Congratulations Congratulations to Dr. Monika Srivastava, who passed the American Board of Dermatology’s new Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery Subspecialty Certification Examination.

Srivastava has the distinction of being among the first in the nation to achieve certification in this new subspecialty. She is double-board-certified in dermatology and Mohs micrographic dermatologic surgery and is recognized as a leader in the field of skin cancer surgery.

The Kanner Group is pleased to congratulate new hires Keith Lambert and Garrett Dean on passing their Series 7 exam. Also known as the General Securities Representative Qualification Examination (GS), the Series 7 exam “assesses the competency of an entry-level registered representative to perform their job as a general securities representative.” Lambert, who works as a relationship manager, and Dean, a financial advisor, are excited to begin the next steps in their financial careers.

The Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County has announced the establishment of the Susan Schuyler Smith Animal Welfare Education Scholarship. The scholarship is named in honor of Smith’s service to HSVB. Smith, owner of Spectrum Interior Design, recently completed her term as president of the board of HSVB but will remain on the board as past president and chair of the steering committee. The scholarship was developed to promote and strengthen excellence and best practices in animal welfare through high-quality educational opportunities. The scholarship will help ensure that HSVB employees are continually exposed to the most current, evidence-based animal welfare concepts and programs. It will be awarded annually on a case-by-case basis. In addition, the Humane Society Thrift Shop truck will be parked at the Spectrum offices each Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donations of furniture, clothing, accessories, housewares, linens and toys are gratefully accepted. `

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Do Your Heart Good FEBRUARY IS FULL OF FUN, FASHION AND PHILANTHROPY AS EVENT PLANNERS CONTINUE TO MAKE SAFETY A PRIORITY, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU CALL AHEAD OR CHECK WEBSITES BEFORE FINALIZING YOUR PLANS.

REACH OUT FEBRUARY 2–MARCH 9 A new support group for caregivers, Reach Out, is meeting weekly at the Center for Spiritual Care. Although the weight of chronic illness falls most heavily on patients, their caregivers often shoulder substantial responsibilities. One of the best ways to stay healthy as a caregiver is to share the experience with others in similar situations, learning new coping strategies from one another. The meetings are facilitated by Lin Reading, co-founder of the cancer support organization Friends After Diagnosis, and Allan Teger, who has a Ph.D. in psychology.

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HEALING HEARTS FEBRUARY 11 The Exchange Club of the Treasure Coast will host its annual Healing Hearts Dinner Dance, with all proceeds going toward local efforts to prevent child abuse. The evening will be full of Valentine’s treats: roses, wine, chocolate, music and a gourmet dinner. The first 100 tickets sold will be accompanied by a free voucher to attend “A Comedy of Tenors,” which is running Feb. 2–24 at Riverside Theatre.

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MOTOR CAR EXHIBITION FEBRUARY 12 McKee Botanical Garden’s 12th annual Motor Car Exhibition will focus on European cars, particularly the Ferrari and other “Italian Exotics.” The 40 outstanding automobiles on exhibit include a rare 1958 Ferrari California Spyder, a lovely 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale, and a powerful 1984 Ferrari BB512i.

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LET IT BE FEBRUARY 17 MusicWorks presents Classic Albums Live performing the final Beatles studio album to be released: 1970’s “Let It Be.” The album features some of the band’s best-known hits, including “Get Back,” “The Long and Winding Road” and the unforgettable title track.

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ALZHEIMER/PARKINSON CONFERENCES FEBRUARY 14–15 The Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County will hold two days of educational conferences. The annual Parkinson’s Conference will take place Monday, Feb. 14, and the annual Day of Hope Caregiver Conference the following day. Both events include lunch, and registration opens at 8:30 a.m. each day. Professional and family caregivers as well as people dealing with Parkinson’s and related disorders will find a wealth of information in the conferences’ expert presentations.

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GIN BLOSSOMS FEBRUARY 18 Sunrise Theatre welcomes the Arizona-based band Gin Blossoms with a show called “New Miserable Experience” after their second album. The group was formed in the late 1980s and became a radio mainstay during the ’90s with such hits as “Hey Jealousy,” “Found Out About You” and “Until I Fall Away.” Their style has been described as “alternative rock” and “jangle pop.” This concert was previously postponed due to COVID, and tickets purchased for the prior date will be honored.

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CHARITY POLO CUP FEBRUARY 19 It’s time once again for the biennial Windsor Charity Polo Cup! This year, the beneficiaries are two environmentally focused local nonprofits: Ocean Research & Conservation Association and Environmental Learning Center. In addition to a world-class polo match, the event includes a specialty retail village and fabulous raffle items. Raffle tickets can be purchased beforehand on the event’s website or at Belle Cose on Ocean Drive and in the Village Shops.

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CHEESEBURGER IN PARADISE FEBRUARY 19 The Mental Health Association in Indian River County has decided on “Cheeseburger in Paradise” for the theme of its fun annual MHA Rocks! fundraiser. Guests will be transported to “Margaritaville,” where they will enjoy live music from Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band Jimmy Stowe and the Stowaways, dancing, silent and live auctions, games, prizes, a photo booth, a limbo contest, and a dinner buffet with gourmet burger bar.

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CRAFT BREW & WINGFEST FEBRUARY 19 Sunrise Rotary Vero Beach presents its 10th anniversary Florida Craft Brew & Wingfest, a popular event that helps fund the organization’s various community service projects. More than 70 beer vendors will be on hand with hundreds of craft beers to choose from. Twenty local wing vendors will vie for the title “Best Wings in Vero.” Live music will be performed by Professor Pennygoode’s Mighty Flea Circus, East Harbor, and Dave Scott & Tumbleweed.

at Oak Harbor Clubhouse 4755 S. Harbor Drive 7–10:30 p.m., $90 and up 772-569-9788 mhairc.org

SUNRISE ROTARY VERO BEACH

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JAZZ TRIO FEBRUARY 19 The Treasure Coast Jazz Society welcomes the Ed Metz Trio, featuring bassist and vocalist Nicki Parrott, pianist Rossano Sportiello and drummer Eddie Metz Jr. TCJS is a nonprofit organization founded in 1985 to promote jazz as a distinctly American art form and to provide scholarships to local high school music students. TCJS hosts several nationally known jazz acts each season, presented in conjunction with buffet luncheons at Vero Beach Yacht Club.

TREASURE COAST JAZZ SOCIETY

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ABBA MANIA FEBRUARY 19 The original ABBA Mania from London’s West End will appear at Sunrise Theatre. The tribute to the powerhouse Swedish musical foursome includes the hits “Dancing Queen,” “Fernando” and “Mamma Mia.” SUNRISE THEATRE

117 S. 2nd St., Fort Pierce 8 p.m., $42 and up 772-461-4775 sunrisetheatre.com

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FEBRUARY 21 Riverside Theatre’s Distinguished Lecturer Series presents retired U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Robert Spalding, author of “Stealth War: How China Took Over While America’s Elite Slept.” He is a national security policy strategist whose work focuses on U.S.–China relations.

He has served in strategic and diplomatic positions in both the State Department and the Department of Defense. Fluent in Mandarin, he is sought after globally for his extensive knowledge of Chinese economic competition and influence.

FEBRUARY 23 Vero Beach Museum of Art’s Fashion Meets Art event, now in its fifth year, welcomes acclaimed fashion designer Christian Siriano.

After studying in London and interning with Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen, Siriano won the fourth season of the Bravo network’s “Project Runway” and launched his eponymous clothing line in 2008. His presentation will be followed by a cocktail reception.

RIVERSIDE THEATRE

3250 Riverside Park Drive 4 and 6 p.m.; $125 Stark Main Stage, $85 Waxlax Theatre simulcast 772-231-6990 riversidetheatre.com

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3001 Riverside Park Drive 4–6 p.m., $150 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org

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LIVINGSTON TAYLOR FEBRUARY 24 MusicWorks welcomes folk singer-songwriter Livingston Taylor, whose long career includes the hits “I’ll Come Running,” “I Will Be in Love With You” and “Boatman.” He will be joined by fellow guitarist Jonathan Edwards, who composed and recorded the 1971 hit “Sunshine.”

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at The Emerson Center 1590 27th Ave. 7 p.m., $35–$90 800-595-4849 musicworksconcerts.com

RHYTHM OF THE DANCE FEBRUARY 25 Irish step dance is an internationally popular art form that brings together centuries of tradition. The National Dance Company of Ireland, known as Rhythm of the Dance, will grace the stage of the historic Sunrise Theatre, featuring some of the finest Irish dancers, musicians and singers.

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SYMPHONIC DANCES FEBRUARY 25–26 Adam Schnell’s sweeping “Pastoral Symphony” returns alongside a world premiere choreographed

by Camilo A. Rodriguez in Ballet Vero Beach’s “Symphonic Dances.” Online archival film access for this performance will be available March 4–20.

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PATRIOTS FOR PUPPIES FEBRUARY 26 In support of its work training service dogs for veterans, Dogs for Life will hold its inaugural Patriots for Puppies event, a 1940s USO-themed dance and show. Guests will enjoy live music by a big band orchestra and the Almost Andrews Sisters, swing dancing with the Swingsations, and food catered by Wild Thyme—all in a venue that hosted similar events for personnel stationed at Naval Air Station Vero Beach during World War II. DOGS FOR LIFE

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WINE & DINE FEBRUARY 26 An international theme will prevail as supporters of Hibiscus Children’s Center gather for a popular annual fundraiser. “Wine & Dine Around the World” will feature samplings of cuisine from several countries, expertly paired with wines, in a progressive tasting from appetizer to dessert. A silent auction and raffle will also take place.

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at Grand Harbor Club 4985 Club Terrace 6:30 p.m.

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BROKEN ARROW MARCH 3 This tribute to Neil Young, featuring lead vocalist Joe Mass, covers the full range of the singer-songwriter’s music. Some of audiences’ favorite Broken Arrow renditions are “Heard of Gold,” “Cinnamon Girl” and “Only Love Can Break Your Heart.”

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ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK MARCH 3 Sunrise Theatre welcomes British pop singer Engelbert Humperdinck with his “Reflections Tour.” Born Arnold Dorsey, he achieved fame with “Release Me,” “The Last Waltz,” “A Man Without Love” and other ballads. He has sold more than 140 million records worldwide and has been nominated for two Grammy Awards.

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ST. MARTIN IN THE FIELDS MARCH 3 The Indian River Symphonic Association welcomes the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, directed by Joshua Bell, who also serves as violin soloist. The London-based orchestra will perform Bach’s Violin Concerto in A minor, BWV 1041; Samuel Barber’s Violin Concerto, Op. 14; and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 in E-flat major, Op. 55, “Eroica.”

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MASTERS OF ILLUSION MARCH 4 Sunrise Theatre welcomes Masters of Illusion, seen by millions of viewers on The CW television network and now making a world tour. The show stars some of the world’s most adept magicians, who stun audiences with their illusions and make them laugh with comedic magic.

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117 S. 2nd St., Fort Pierce 8 p.m., $45.50 and up 772-461-4775 sunrisetheatre.com

HOT CLUB OF SRQ MARCH 5 The Treasure Coast Jazz Society welcomes Sarasota-based Hot Club of SRQ (the code for Sarasota Bradenton International Airport).

The ensemble plays “gypsy jazz” influenced by the music of Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli.

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CHICKS WITH HITS MARCH 5 Sunrise Theatre welcomes Chicks with Hits, featuring country music stars Pam Tillis, Suzy Bogguss and Terri Clark. Tillis, daughter of late country singer Mel Tillis, has had numerous hits, including “Don’t Tell Me What To Do” and “Maybe It Was Memphis.” Bogguss attained fame in the 1990s with such hits as “Outbound Plane” and “Someday Soon.” Clark holds the distinction of being the only Canadian female member of the Grand Ole Opry.

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117 S. 2nd St., Fort Pierce 8 p.m., $59.50 and up 772-461-4775 sunrisetheatre.com

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NEW WORLD SYMPHONY MARCH 6 Stéphane Denève will conduct the New World Symphony, featuring members of the St. Louis Symphony, in a performance of five selections: Haydn’s Sinfonia Concertante in B-flat major; Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7, Movement II, Allegretto; “Fate Now Conquers” by Carlos Simon; and two pieces from Claude Debussy — “Nuage” and “Fetes” from “Nocturnes” and “Iberia.”

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STORIES BY THE SEA MARCH 7 Literacy Services of Indian River County is celebrating its 50th anniversary! The milestone will be marked with a cocktail reception featuring Bonnie Levison of the storytelling nonprofit MothWorks, who will lead Literacy Services students in a short storytelling festival. Guests will also enjoy canapes and cake for the special occasion.

LITERACY SERVICES OF IRC

at Sea Oaks Beach & Tennis Club 8850 Sea Oaks Way 5:30–7:30 p.m., $200 772-778-2223 literacyservicesirc.org

RANA FOROOHAR MARCH 7 Riverside Theatre’s Distinguished Lecturer Series presents global economic analyst, columnist and author Rana Foroohar, who will discuss the intersection of business, economics, politics and foreign affairs.

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3250 Riverside Park Drive 4 and 6 p.m.; $125 Stark Main Stage, $85 Waxlax Theatre simulcast 772-231-6990 riversidetheatre.com `

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BY JEFFREY R. PICKERING

Fortifying Families NOTHING SAYS ‘I LOVE YOU’ LIKE A HEALTHY START

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will never forget the day my wife and I learned that she was pregnant with our third child. It was a cold, gray December morning— Stephanie’s 41st birthday —and it had been several months since we had stopped fertility treatment.

We were living in Bakersfield, California, where I was serving as CEO of the local community foundation, and Stephanie was working for The California Endowment.

Stephanie had not been feeling well, so I drove our two children, Colin and Olivia, to their elementary school while she rested. A thick tule fog covered the ground, obscuring the rows of table grape vines and pumpjacks that lined the road. The air felt heavy and expectant.

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The Indian River Healthy Start Coalition offers birthing classes and other educational resources.

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“They aren’t just another organization. It’s a group of people who will become like your new best friends.”

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school, Stephanie followed a hunch about her fatigue and upset stomach and took an at-home pregnancy test.

It was positive. She took another, which produced the same result.

Her first call was to her father, Dr. Marvin Brooks, a veteran urologist who had founded the Eisenhower Medical Center in Palm Springs 40 years prior. He was entering the final stage of a years-long fight with cancer. Everyone had been praying for a miracle and, while not the cure to his disease, this news fit the bill.

“Daddy, we’re going to have a baby,” Stephanie proclaimed through the phone. Her father’s deep baritone response of delight summoned my mother-inlaw from the other room.

Speaker-phone happiness ensued, along with a promise to keep the secret until I got home from work.

By lunchtime, Stephanie could not wait any longer.

With a bag of saltines and a can of Sprite, she made the drive downtown and

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strode into my office with the sweetest smile on her face. She closed the door and said “I have something to tell you,” and then handed me the pregnancy tests.

“We’re having a baby,” she exclaimed. We hugged, I cried. It was a miracle.

The decision to try and have a child together was a family affair that began in 2010, shortly after our wedding and Stephanie’s subsequent adoption of my children, Colin and Olivia, who were 6 and 5 years old at the time. It had been several years since my first wife passed away, and my children welcomed Stephanie with open arms. The news of a new baby made us complete, and the next nine months were filled with much anticipation and excitement.

By June 2013, my fatherin-law’s cancer had taken a turn for the worse. Stephanie rushed to his bedside and convinced the nurse to smuggle in an ultrasound machine so Marvin could “meet” the baby. When the

HEALTHY START COALITION According to Andrea Berry, CEO of Indian River County Healthy Start Coalition, the 30-year-old organization’s programs are embedded in local prenatal care offices. “If you have had a baby in Indian River County, you have most likely been touched by Healthy Start.”

April Fields can attest to that. She participated in the “Parents as Teachers” program, which supports families for the first three years of a child’s life, both times she gave birth.

“They made it so easy,” Fields remembers. “The counselor came to your home on your schedule, so you didn’t have to pack up the kids and take them somewhere.”

Bridgette Jerger, Fields’ counselor with both children, shared information about topics such as motor skill development, growth milestones and more. “She taught me things I could do with the kids on my own to help them learn, using items I already had around the house,” Fields notes. Perhaps most importantly, they helped allay the fears she had as a new mother and helped her gain confidence in her parenting skills. “They helped me know my kids were doing okay,” she says.

In addition to home visits, help is available to parents needing items such as diapers and wipes or gently used clothing and toys.

“They aren’t just another organization,” Fields emphasizes. “It’s a group of people who will become like your new best friends—if you need help, they will help you.”

Fields was so grateful for the help she received that she has since completed Healthy Start’s doula certification program and is now working to support other new families as they navigate the challenges of pregnancy, childbirth, and giving their children a healthy start.

image appeared, Marvin smiled and commented on the baby’s male anatomy.

Once a urologist always a urologist, I guess.

“We are going to name him Grant ... like a gift ... from you,” Stephanie said.

Marvin responded, “He’s a gift from God.” Marvin died on June 30, 2013, a little more than a month before Grant’s birth.

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April Fields was so impressed with the assistance she received from the Healthy Start Coalition that she is now working with the organization.

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year of life made the grieving process much easier. So did the support we received from an army of family, friends, doctors, nurses, colleagues and caregivers.

All were part of a healthy start to life for Grant and

our growing family as we eventually made our way to Vero Beach.

As I look back on the experience of Stephanie’s pregnancy, Grant’s birth, and his first two years of life, I am extremely grateful for

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Every year, the Healthy Start Coalition provides a helping hand to hundreds of mothers, babies and families in our community.

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the support we all received.

I could not imagine what those years would have been like without it. Perhaps it is the proximity to the event or simply the recognition that we could not have made it on our own that makes me appreciate the work of Indian River County’s Healthy Start Coalition and what they do for our new hometown community even more.

Every year, the Healthy Start Coalition provides a helping hand to hundreds of mothers, babies and families in our community. Services range from prenatal support to birthing classes to educational assistance to help parents succeed as their baby’s first teachers. Much of the credit for the 75% of Indian River County mothers receiving prenatal care in their first-trimester and the more than 50% decline in the infant mortality

rate over the last decade goes to the important work being carried out by this organization.

Indian River Community Foundation is proud to support the Healthy Start Coalition with regular grants for programs that help at-risk mothers have healthy babies. In addition, the organization is a participant in the Community Foundation’s Endowment Partners Program, which helps strengthen and sustain these important programs for generations to come.

To learn more about how you can support Indian River County Healthy Start Coalition by making a charitable contribution or a planned gift from your estate, visit www. irchealthystartcoalition. org. For every mother, every baby and every family in Indian River County, the Healthy Start Coalition is that helping hand. ❀

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LIVING WELL

BY RENÁE TESAURO

Love Life HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS YIELD FAR-REACHING BENEFITS, INCLUDING IMPROVED PHYSICAL WELL-BEING

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emember the giddy excitement of falling in love? That euphoric feeling of being struck by Cupid’s arrow?

Although we generally associate love with our hearts, researchers are quick to point out that it has more to do with our brains. Over time, they say, what happens in our brains can trigger long-lasting benefits for our bodies, too.

That’s right! Despite the chocolate and champagne, studies show that being in love is good for your health, both mentally and physically.

While most research examining the relationship between love and health involves married couples, many experts believe that the advantages extend to

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relationships with partners, friends and family members as well. To understand the health benefits of love, let’s take a closer look at our brains in love.

The “cloud nine” feeling of a new relationship is triggered by the neurotransmitter dopamine, the brain’s feel-good chemical that reinforces pleasurable behavior such as eating, sex, listening to music, or seeing people you love. The downside of the early stage of love is that it also comes with a spike in the stress hormone cortisol and an accompanying drop in the mood-regulating neurotransmitter serotonin. This explains why blossoming love might be accompanied by anxiety, nervousness, sleep and appetite changes, or even

obsession for some people.

Fortunately, as love matures, cortisol and serotonin levels gradually return to normal, while levels of the “love hormone” oxytocin surge, boosting feelings of safety, attachment and trust. This is when the health benefits of loving, committed relationships kick in, and there are plenty. Studies of married couples show that they have less stress and anxiety, less depression and substance abuse, fewer colds, lower blood pressure, decreased risk of heart disease, improved immune health, fewer headaches, better pain control, faster recovery from illness, and an overall longer life span.

One explanation for these findings could be that people in happy

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relationships generally take better care of themselves, and healthy people generally marry other healthy people. Spouses and partners can urge each other to get annual physicals, screenings and health assessments. They can motivate each other to eat better and exercise more.

They can also provide comfort and support and serve as a buffer against stressors. Over time, this yields significant health benefits.

“Our relationship has to have improved our health

status,” says Brigitte Puhl of her eight-and-a-half-year marriage to her husband, Mike. “Not only are we in love, but we are also best friends. We work out together, we work at Vero Fitness together, and then we go home and spend the rest of the day together.

“Each of us plays a role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Mike is the major source of motivation for getting our workouts in.

Although he’s been retired for eight years, he still wakes up at 5 o’clock every

Brigitte and Mike Puhl motivate each other in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

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Physical fitness has played a major role in Steve and Christi Wade’s 31-year marriage.

morning and can’t wait to get to Vero Fitness for his workout. I take the lead with food preparation and making sure we eat all our fruits, vegetables and green smoothies. Because of our daily exercise and eating habits, we very rarely, if ever, need to see a doctor; but we wouldn’t hesitate if needed. Doctors consistently tell Mike at his annual physical that his body is much younger than his 54 years.”

If loving relationships foster better health, how can we keep the love in our relationships alive long after the honeymoon is over?

Christi and Steve Wade, founders of Christi’s Fitness and owners of the

newly opened fitness studio Spenga, offer insights into their 31-year marriage and their journey as husbandand-wife entrepreneurs in their recently published book, “Together.”

“Balanced lives are the foundation for healthy relationships,” observes Steve, citing four pillars that contribute to a balanced life: intellectual health, emotional health, spiritual health and physical health.

“Intellectual health keeps us curious about and interesting to one another,” he says. “Emotional health helps us communicate effectively.

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navigate through storms; and physical health allows us to keep doing the things we enjoy.”

“Fitness has always been our strong common denominator,” Steve adds, noting that both he and Christi had parents who set a strong example about the benefits of physical exercise. “Our first date was on a tennis court!”

When children came along, says Christi, physical activities were always incorporated into their travels.

“Together, we’ve bicycled from the top to the bottom of a Hawaiian volcano, zip-lined through forests, kayaked, rented scooters,

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and done lots of fun things that have created lasting memories and strengthened our bond.”

Still, admits Steve, relationships require work.

“Some guys do a good job working on a relationship when they’re dating, but after marriage they don’t make as much of an effort.

It’s important to work on it in fun ways,” he suggests, “by creating experiences both partners can enjoy and planning trips where distractions are minimal.”

“In fitness we crosstrain to stimulate different areas of the body. In relationships, that needs to happen, too.” ❀

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Motor Cars at McKee A SNEAK PEEK AT THIS MONTH’S 12TH ANNUAL MOTOR CAR EXHIBITION AT MCKEE BOTANICAL GARDEN

For one day only, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., McKee visitors can view some of Italy and Europe’s finest cars, including this 2013 Ferrari.

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his month, on Saturday, February 12, an impressive lineup of 40 “European Cars Featuring the Ferrari and Other Italian Exotics” will be on display throughout McKee Botanical Garden. There will be more than a dozen Ferraris, along with Alfa Romeo, Jaguar, Porsche, Triumph, Intermeccanica and other elite makes.

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shown on the pages that follow.

“It is the single largest one-day event we have,” McKee’s executive director, Christine Hobart, says of the show.

“Every year the committee chooses a different theme, and this one is new.”

About half the cars are from Vero Beach, with the balance coming from south Florida and the Tampa and Orlando areas. “If a car has been shown in the Garden in the past five years, we

won’t accept it,” Hobart says. “Otherwise, it wouldn’t make our car show as spectacular as it is.”

This will be the 12th time the garden has run the event, the first being in 2008. “It started out in the parking lot, and it was just a ‘friendraiser,’” Hobart says. “Then we realized it would be much prettier to have it in the Garden.

So in 2012, that’s what we did.” For more information, visit mckeegarden.org.

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1968 FERRARI 312 FORMULA ONE This is one of three 312 F1s built in 1968. A young Jacky Ickx won the rainsoaked 1968 French Grand Prix in it, in addition to scoring three third-place finishes that year, once right behind his teammate Chris Amon.

The car, built entirely in-house by designer Mauro Forghieri and his team, features a 3-liter V-12 engine that produces 410 horsepower. The most spectacular part of the car is the set of “spaghetti pipe” exhausts atop the back end. The 312’s weight with liquids is 1,128 pounds, less than two-thirds the weight of a 2022 Formula One car.

Owner: John Schumann

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1965 TVR GRIFFITH SERIES 200 You might not guess it, but the two cars on this page and the next are closely related. The Griffith 200 began life in 1963, named for its creator, Jack Griffith.

It was his attempt to build a sports car to rival Carroll Shelby’s AC Cobra.

Coming in 400 pounds lighter than a 289 Cobra, the Griffith was super fast.

The flip side was that its wheelbase,

which was 5 inches shorter than the Cobra’s, made for pretty rough handling at speeds above 150 mph. Luckily, that’s not a problem that has to be dealt with off the track—perhaps with the exception of driving on I-95.

The fiberglass bodies were supplied

by TVR, a British manufacturer, and the engine was Ford’s 289 V-8. The cars were

assembled for four years on Long Island, although the one shown here was one of about a dozen built by TVR in England.

The 200 was followed by the 400 and then briefly the 600 before Jack Griffith exited due to funding woes.

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1970 INTERMECCANICA ITALIA SPYDER Intermeccanica’s “prancing bull” logo bears more than a passing resemblance to Ferrari’s “prancing horse.”

In 1959, the husband-and-wife team of Frank and Paula Reisner, Canadians of Hungarian and Czech origin, moved to Torino, Italy, and founded Intermeccanica. They started out building performance parts, then Formula Junior cars as well as the chassis, bodies and interiors of the Apollo GT, an American/ Italian sports car built in California.

In 1965, Intermeccanica joined up with Jack Griffith to create the Griffith 600. Intermeccanica soon took over, however, renaming it first the Omega, then the Torino, and finally the Italia.

People often mistake it for a Ferrari, which clearly inspired its look.

Owner: Wayne Sandlin

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2013 FERRARI 458 CHALLENGE This is a track-only car, the fifth model created for the Ferrari Challenge, a race for Ferrari’s “sportier clients,” as its own website puts it. The car is based on the 458 Italia, and it uses the same 570-horsepower, 4.5-liter V-8 engine.

However, it sits lower, has stiffer springs and incorporates an FIA-approved roll cage, to point out just a few differences.

A couple of telltale signs that this isn’t meant for the street are the absence of license plate brackets and the thin, feather-light doors with simple loops inside for opening them.

This particular car, clad in Rosso Scuderia paint, is in such pristine condition because it’s never been raced.

Owner: John Schumann

A simple loop serves as an interior door handle.

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Here’s what Bruce McCashin, the car’s owner, says about it: “It was built to highlight the new ‘Vintage’ edition— side vents and ball-polished wheels, among other decorative additions—and was the centerpiece at the New York Auto Show in 2004. It was used in several print and video advertisements, then they let me have it.”

The interior is unique because McCashin repainted some of the black pieces using the Avorio or Rosso Bologna colors that are used elsewhere.

Motor Trend said this about the car when it debuted in 2004: “This engine is one of today’s great V-8s. It draws nearly as much horsepower from 4.2 liters as does Jaguar’s R-spec powerplant, but without the aid of a supercharger. The Maserati feels so alive: revvy, cammy, with a rich, mellifluous burble and a Texas-wide torque curve.” `

The large triangular piece on the console and the vents above it were originally black.

Owner: Bruce McCashin

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Jump for Joy THE SPORT OF AGILITY EMPHASIZES FUN OVER WINNING

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og sports are on the rise as owners seek jobs for their dogs to do that key off their abilities and breeding. One allinclusive activity is equally suitable for breeds from the diminutive Maltese to long, leggy Labs and requires no special physical attributes.

Agility, which originated in the 1970s at the Crufts dog show, appears to be a joyful, free-running sprint through a maze of jumps, tunnels, teeter-totters and weave poles but is really a coordinated dance between handler and dog.

Size does not matter, because jump and obstacle heights are varied to suit the height of the dog at the withers. The smallest jump is 8 inches, for dogs that measure 11 inches or under at the shoulder. Judging by how nimbly most little dogs

Jill Roberts’ dog Nutella is the top-scoring basset hound in the country.

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Jumps are adjusted to the height of the dog at the withers. The shortest dogs get an 8-inch obstacle, the tallest get 24 inches.

Dogs competing on the dog walk ramp are trained to touch the contact zone on each end of the plank.

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Weave poles are in a straight line of 6 to 12 poles that the dog runs through as quickly and accurately as possible.

leap up onto a sofa, this is no great obstacle to overcome. The tallest jump is 24 inches for leggier pooches exceeding 22 inches at the shoulder. All dog breeds, including mixed breeds, are heartily welcomed into the sport, and some of the top competitors may come as a surprise.

Jill Roberts is a biomedical marine researcher at Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. On certain weekends, she can be found at an agility trial with her top-ranked basset hound, named Nutella.

“Nutella is my second basset competitor in agility.

Peanut was my first, an obedience class failure.”

Her instructor saw something in the long and low dog that suggested Peanut and Jill would do well in agility, so they attended class and discovered they both liked it. “We certainly got some weird looks at first,” Roberts says.

“Nobody thought a basset hound could compete in this sport, but when they saw Peanut on course, they changed their minds.”

Bassets are front-loaded dogs with short, stout legs and long ears, but the females of the breed are lighter boned and more balanced, making them more suitable, if not ideal, for course work. “Peanut earned her MACH title,” says Roberts. MACH stands for Masters Agility Champion, and to grab that brass

ring, a dog must show superior speed and consistency on course. While speed is not something we generally associate with a basset hound, Roberts says her current partner, Nutella, is surprisingly fast. “I have trouble keeping up with her sometimes.”

At first, the eager Nutella tended to get a little carried away amid the excitement. “She would grab an orange marker cone and run around with it proudly,” she laughs. “Even now, Nutella will sass me on course sometimes. She’ll bark at me if I get in her way or am too slow with a cue.” Competitors cheer for Nutella on course, and for good reason. In the agility world, Nutella is the top-scoring basset hound in the country.

For Cindy Wold, agility was a way to give her Lab, full name Marshmellow Yellow Jenny, an outlet for her brainpower and physical ability. “I knew the dog was brilliant,” Wold says. “Every task we attempted, Jenny performed it and seemed to ask, ‘Now what?’” Wold watched an agility competition on television and attended a local trial to see if it might work for the pair.

“I loved the camaraderie; nobody competed against each other,” she notes. “It’s you and the dog versus the clock and the course.”

Jenny turned out to be a competent, patient competitor, winning multiple

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It makes sense that Boo’s barking may convey different feelings depending on the circumstance. When people walk by your house, he is alerting you that someone is crossing your territory. At the vet and the groomer, he may bark to say “Don’t approach,” or he may just be talking to the other dogs there. In either case, a simple “name game” approach will help. Have good treats at hand, maybe chicken pieces or cheese. As someone walks by the house, say Boo’s name and then toss a few treats at his feet. Repeat this sequence often and you may find he barks just once or twice and then comes to look for you. At the vet and groomer, avoid holding him in your arms, which can make a dog feel like he can’t retreat or use his body language to communicate his feelings, so barking is what is left to him. Bring treats there, too. Look at the individual situation from Boo’s point of view and both of you will benefit.

titles. Since then, Wold has shifted fully to the dog world as owner of A Dog’s Life Doggie Daycare & Training Center in Vero Beach. She now competes with her Boykin spaniel, Teal. “Each dog is different on course. Jenny never held my missteps against me.

Pink, my golden retriever, prefers not to make a mistake, so she is careful and not as fast.”

Teal has been a joyful, willing partner and has the titles to prove it, but for Wold, the focus is on having fun, being with friends, and spending time with her dogs. “It’s me and my dogs hanging out with likeminded people. It’s like a big family from very diverse backgrounds,” she adds.

“We have a Ph.D. in econometrics, a man who sold his aviation business, a former accountant for Manatee County, and a satellite computer programmer sought

by NASA for her services.”

Starting a dog in agility takes patience, consistency and the right motivation.

“First, we teach them how to learn, how to think,” Wold explains. “We want the dog to think about what they are doing, and then we pay them for that,” she adds. “In agility, we don’t start with jumps. You would not want the dog to jump without knowing where he will be going when he gets to the other side.”

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anything that makes the dog want to engage. Wold stresses the benefits for both dog and owner. “This amazing sport welcomes anyone from children to people in their 80s. Agility gets us up and moving,” Wold says. “People root for

each other. The atmosphere is very positive. Our dogs do this because they want to, not because we said so.”

Sheyla Gutiérrez, a professional dog trainer and agility judge in Palm Bay, has competed internationally with her Doberman

named Tyson, a Labrador retriever named Zohe, and Minnie, her pug. “Minnie was a foster failure,” says Gutiérrez. “She had been returned three times by potential adopters. My husband suggested we keep her, and she has ruled our house ever since,” she laughs.

Gutiérrez started her pug in agility, and the small and sassy dog really took to it. “Minnie opened so many doors, was an amazing therapy dog, and traveled everywhere with me.”

Gutiérrez believes any dog, including those coming into new homes from tough circumstances, can benefit from the confidence boost that agility brings. Under

Pink competes at the Vero Beach Agility Trials.

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Gutiérrez’s tutelage, Minnie won Top International Dog at the 2011 AKC Agility Invitational. “Building a strong relationship based on trust is very important when starting out. Most dogs just need a chance to prove themselves.”

Competitors and judges stress that enjoyment, not chasing points, should be the primary goal in both training and competition.

“I try my hardest, and I can be quite competitive, but it is really all about the relationship between me and my dog,” says Pam Demetrion, who competes in Florida and in Massachusetts, where she spends her summers.

“I don’t put too much pressure on myself or on Cass, or judge our success in the ring by the scores.”

Cass is Shinebright Cassiopia, a field-bred Labrador retriever that is Demetrion’s fastest dog yet.

Demetrion observes that dogs that have spirit do well, even if a little naughtiness comes through. “Her thing is to creep forward at the start line. Sometimes she picks up her front feet alternately so it looks like she is playing the piano.”

As good as her dog is on course, Demetrion says their favorite activity is a walk in the woods. “It’s important to remember that agility is a game. We are playing with toys and treats. All the mistakes are ours.” ❀

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Ava Grayce Sanders wins the barrel racing event with Tampa Bay Rey Deal, “King,” at the 2021 National High School Finals Rodeo held in Lincoln, Nebraska, in July.

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Galloping to Glory WHEN IT COMES TO BARREL RACING, VBHS JUNIOR AVA GRAYCE SANDERS IS NOT HORSING AROUND

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ational High School Finals Rodeo, Lancaster Event Center, Lincoln, Nebraska, July 24, 2021: “Ladies and gentlemen, starting off today’s barrel racing competition is Florida Reserve State Champion Ava Grayce Sanders, riding Tampa Bay Rey Deal,” the announcer’s voice boomed over the loudspeaker.

The excited crowd was on its feet cheering as 15-year-old Ava Grayce and her horse “King” flew around the arena as the seconds ticked by, circling a trio of barrels spaced several hundred feet apart. If you blinked twice, you missed it.

Would her time be good enough to win the NHSFR championship? Ava Grayce wouldn’t know until the other 19 competitors had made their final runs. They had come from all over the United States, Canada and Mexico to compete for cash prizes.

“It’s kind of like the Super Bowl for us youth,” Ava Grayce says.

In order to take her mind off what was happening inside the arena, she kept busy behind the scenes. “I had no idea what was going on. I remember King looked at me, I looked at him, and I said, ‘You did so good,’” says Ava Grayce, recalling a tender post-race moment the two shared.

“There I was, back at the stalls tending to my horse, my shirt was untucked, my jeans were stuck in my boots, and my cowboy hat was up on the top of my head when my mom and best friend, Kassidy, came around the corner, looked at me, then smiled and said, ‘You won—you’re the national high school barrel racing champion!’ I couldn’t believe it!

“Together they picked me up and we started twirling round and round. It was the most wonderful experience; everything we had worked so hard for. It’s just so amazing to even get to this level—the competition is so tough. Winning was a

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“King and I had instant chemistry. We really hit it off big. I knew right away he was the horse for me.”

– AVA GRAYCE SANDERS

King is an 8-year-old quarter horse found by Ava Grayce’s mother through an internet ad. Once they met, the pair bonded quickly.

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Ava Grayce is presented with the winning buckle and saddle from her 2021 barrel racing win at the National High School Finals Rodeo in Nebraska.

Cinderella moment for me.”

That Cinderella moment didn’t just happen overnight; it has taken years of hard work, determination, commitment and heart. Not only has the Vero Beach High School junior competed at state, regional and national rodeos for the past several years, consistently rising through the ranks, she maintains a 3.6 grade point average.

While other girls her age were going to the mall after school and on weekends, Ava Grayce was with King, grooming, riding and practicing lightning-quick turns that would shave thousandths of a second off their barrel racing times.

“I’m really passionate about what

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I do. Very few people at school are involved with horses, so most of them really don’t know that what I do even exists,” Ava Grayce says, reflecting on a particularly busy weekend. “I had a rodeo Saturday morning and had to hurry back for Homecoming. I wouldn’t have it any other way.”

Never could anyone in the Sanders family have imagined 11 summers ago, when Ava Grayce went to a Dude Ranch in Montana and fell in love with a horse named Bucky, how her equestrian journey would turn out.

When it came time to leave for home, she begged her parents to buy Bucky and bring him with them on the plane.

Knowing that wasn’t possible, they

figured their daughter would soon forget all about Bucky and outgrow her newfound love for horses.

She didn’t, and not a day went by without Ava Grayce letting everyone know, which prompted her mother, Cathy, to check out local horseback riding facilities. She found one in Fellsmere, met the owners, liked what she saw and heard, and signed her daughter up, thinking it would never turn into anything serious. Ava Grayce had other ideas.

“After I was just there for two weeks they told my mom I had more confidence than a 13-year-old and they thought I could really excel and be on the barrel racing competition team,”

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Ava Grayce and King beat out roughly 200 other competitors to win the National High School Finals Rodeo barrel racing event in July.

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“One of the things that keeps me strong is that if you have a bad run, you just let it go; tomorrow’s a new day, and we go from there.”

– AVA GRAYCE SANDERS

says Ava Grayce, who continued to plead for a horse of her own.

She finally got her wish. His name was Hickory; he was 5, Ava Grayce was 5, and they literally grew up together, competing in rodeo barrel racing events. The ground rules are simple: A horse and rider who can make it around three offset barrels and leave them all standing while having the fastest time advances to the buckle ceremony. Ava Grayce and Hickory soon began winning buckles and moving up the youth division rankings.

The speedy twosome quickly became known as a team to be reckoned with.

As Ava Grayce’s ability advanced, other horses made their way into the barn. There were Jetta, Amigo and Trouble, all of whom allowed her to grow in her horsemanship and led her along the path to finding King.

“My mom found him through an ad on the internet. We met the owner at his farm and were introduced to this adorable sorrel gelding. He stood 14.2 hands high and had the biggest white blaze on his face; his disposition made him easy to fall in love with. King and I had instant chemistry. We really hit it off big. I knew right away he was the horse for me,” says Ava Grayce, a smile in her voice.

“Initially we rode in his arena, and when that went well we asked the owner if we could try him again

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that weekend at a barrel racing event, and he agreed. During our first race together, King and I won, almost setting a new arena record. He raised the bar for me. He was phenomenal from the start, always doing his job.

Honestly, it’s crazy how good he was at 3 and 4 years old. Our partnership has been a true labor of love. I don’t think I would have been as successful as I have without him.”

That success is highlighted in Ava Grayce’s two-page curriculum vitae that notes her many accomplishments over the last five years. In 2021 alone, she won five championships, was an American and Junior American qualifier, and was ranked seventh in the USA with the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association junior barrel racing program.

On the curriculum vitae under “objective” and just above a list of her current sponsors, Ava Grayce has written, “To be a loyal and positive brand ambassador for those products and services that help my horse perform at his best.”

Yes, the little 5-year-old who fell in love with a horse named Bucky has come a long way, and winning the NHSFR barrel racing championship in July 2021 was an achievement that holds the promise of more to come.

“I had set goals for myself,” Ava Grayce says. “One was to make it to

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Ava Grayce, now 16, estimates she spends three out of four weekends a month competing at rodeos with King.

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the finals that weekend, which meant qualifying through two go-rounds with about 200 contestants in the average all vying to be in the top 20 to advance.”

She explains her strategy: “In order to prepare for a race, I like to go up in the arena and study the setup so

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I can calculate the best approach for my run. Honestly, it’s like an art form where you evaluate everything that’s going on. King and I had two solid, clean runs, seating us first in the average and making it back to the finals.

Then the goal was ‘Let’s go and win this thing!’ I was on my game, King

was on his game; we were both on the same page!” Since then, they have continued to compete in rodeos around the country, racing into arenas and circling barrels, doing what they love.

Ava Grayce has ambitious goals for the future. After graduating from high school next year, she hopes to attend Oklahoma State, a Division I school with a rodeo team that competes on the national college circuit. “Mom and I actually met the coaches out at nationals, we talked, and I really liked what they had to say. I’d love to continue to rodeo during college and possibly set my sights on making a run for the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas,” she enthuses.

“I’ve met a ton of people through rodeo, formed so many relationships over the years. No matter where you go or whether you’re competing with youth or adults, the competition is really stacked. It’s always tough. You have to be at your best, mentally strong, all the time.

“I believe I really thrive under pressure. It’s one of my strong suits, and an advantage to making sure everything goes right. One of the things that keeps me strong is that if you have a bad run, you just let it go; tomorrow’s a new day, and we go from there.”

As for Hickory, the horse she calls her “first love,” he has happily taken the role of teaching the younger generation of horses coming through the barn and is still competing as Ava Grayce’s mount for running the pole speed event at high school rodeos.

“Hickory is family, he’s woven into the fabric of who I am. He’s the horse of my whole heart.”

To see Ava Grayce and King in top racing form, check out her social media pages as well as YouTube videos.

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Christian Siriano’s chartreuse pleated tulle ball gown, part of the Spring 2019 collection, was worn by Celine Dion. It has a 15-foot train with layers of tulle.

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hen word got out last fall that designer Christian Siriano was this year’s Fashion Meets Art celebrity guest, the buzz began and reservations started pouring into the Vero Beach Museum of Art. Siriano, who burst onto the international fashion scene when he won Project Runway’s fourth season, will share his fresh, fun and “fierce” (as in becoming your personal best), style philosophy on Feb. 23.

Fashion Meets Art co-chairs Karen Loeffler and Melinda Cooper are excited to welcome the multitalented Siriano to Vero Beach. It’s been five years since the two women founded the annual fundraising event that features fashion personalities guaranteed to attract an audience. They came up big this time.

As Loeffler enthuses, “Christian Siriano is truly a visionary, a global talent with collections that continue to inspire season after season. He was on our short list right from the very beginning.”

It’s no wonder. Siriano has been making headlines ever since he became Project Runway’s shining star at age 22. If you’re not familiar with the television series focused on fashion design, you need to know it’s fast-paced, stylish fun as contestants, restricted by time, materials and theme, compete to create one-of-akind garments.

The pressure mounts as one by one contestants are eliminated until only three or four remain. Their next challenge is to create a complete fashion collection for New York Fashion Week.

After the glitz and glamour of runway shows, a panel of judges announces the name of the winner.

Not only was Siriano Project Runway’s hands-down winner in 2008, he used the cash prize to open his own design studio. He has shown his

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collections each season during New York Fashion Week, receiving high praise. In addition, he recently set a Met Gala record for having three of his pieces displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute show “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion.”

To top things off, the now-35year-old designer has come full circle, returning to Project Runway’s 19th season in the coveted role of mentor.

Siriano has described himself as a musical theater kid whose love of costumes inspired him to try his hand at

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Part of the pre-Fall 2019 collection, this ball gown was inspired by the lavender fields in the South of France. Five different shades of tulle give the lavender creation depth.

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fashion design. He had just turned 13, working as a hair washer and styling assistant at Bubbles Salon in his hometown of Annapolis, when he started sketching dresses and gowns, then taking needle and thread in hand and stitching them himself. His designs were so popular that it didn’t take long before they were featured in the salon’s annual hair shows.

Then came his big win on Project Runway and Siriano became an overnight sensation.

Not long after, he was tapped to be lead designer for the Disney animated film “The Pirate Fairy.” Siriano admits that being in charge of creating ensemble costumes for 7-inch fairies, especially Zarina, the high-spirited main character, was a challenge, one he says he thoroughly enjoyed and benefited from. “Any work I do for Disney is such an honor because I know it will become iconic and memorable when I’m old and retired.”

From fairies to celebrities and divas to first ladies, Siriano’s fashion designs have continued to receive rave reviews. In 2015 he was a member

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of Forbes magazine’s “30 Under 30”; three years later, Time magazine recognized him as one of the “100 Most Influential People” of 2018. Heady praise and well deserved.

When asked what inspires him, Siriano can’t contain his enthusiasm.

“Everything and anything! I like to look at architecture, art, furniture, and places around the world. I like to have fun with fashion. I think a fashion show should transport the audience to another place. For that short 15 minutes our customer gets to live in a dream fantasy world of art, culture, and beautiful clothes on different types of bodies, ages and genders.”

In his book “Fierce Style,” Siriano tells the reader how to “Be Your Most Fabulous Self” as he offers advice on how to create a personal style and build self-confidence, along with a list of fashion dos and don’ts. He shows

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The fuchsia sculpted organza flounce gown from the Spring 2018 collection has details that remind Siriano of an orchid in bloom.

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how to use one’s strengths to go from what he calls “tickity-tack” to being totally flawless. The beauty of it is that he makes it look oh, so achievable.

In his latest publication, “Dresses to Dream About,” Siriano takes the reader through the creation of some of his favorite gowns, from initial sketch to fantastic finish. The designs are frothy and fabulous, pure Siriano.

Faceless figures with long willowy torsos and billowing skirts of shimmering tulle, layers of ruffles and a profusion of feathers enchant. Magical and elegant, they’re the stuff Cinderella dreamed about while sweeping the hearth and waiting for her fairy godmother to appear.

To appreciate all that has gone into making Fashion Meets Art a success story, it’s important to go back to the beginning, and Loeffler does just that, musing over how everything came together.

“When Melinda and I created FMA we had a game plan. Our vision was to bring a nationally recognized fashion editor, a supermodel, and a fashion designer to the museum within our first five years.”

“The first year we invited Simon Doonan, ambassador at large for Barneys New York and window dresser extraordinaire. I had worked with Simon, so I knew everyone would love him, and they did. It was Simon who led us to potter and home-furnishing designer Jonathan Adler, who was our guest presenter the following year. He inspired us with his designs.”

By then the word was out: Fashion Meets Art was the kind of event you didn’t want to miss.

“For year three we welcomed Hal Rubenstein, best-selling author, designer and one of the founding editors of InStyle magazine. Hal charmed everyone with his quick-witted repartee and fashion introspective.

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The watercolor tulle gown is a Spring 2013 creation made from hand-layered tulle and a grosgrain belt. The dress was inspired by Siriano’s vision of ballerinas backstage quickly getting ready for a show.

“Last year we were delighted to welcome a supermodel who regaled our live and virtual audiences with stories about her artistic magazine photo shoots with iconic fashion photographers. And this year we are over-the-moon excited that the award-winning fashion designer Christian Siriano will be joining us,” says Loeffler, who can’t stop smiling.

“Melinda and I have had so much fun together planning Fashion Meets Art, always striving to top the year

before. It’s my way of supporting the outstanding programs the Vero Beach Museum of Art offers.”

Proceeds from Fashion Meets Art benefit a number of educational programs serving seniors with cognitive and physical challenges; teens and young adults on the autism spectrum; Museum Explorations, a touring program for county students; and programs for young families, including the Art Zone, Museum Studios, and Museum Stories. It’s a win-win for the

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Siriano’s red gingham bra top and ball skirt debuted at the September 2020 show. It’s made from textured cotton and viscose. The COVID-inspired show was held in his yard with a picnic basket next to each attendee’s seat.

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community as well as the museum.

Robyn Orzel, the museum’s director of development and associate executive director, couldn’t agree more. “When we inaugurated this event I knew we had a winner. Not only does Fashion Meets Art celebrate fashion as art, it has also helped us engage a new audience. The community support for Christian Siriano reinforces the upward trajectory for this signature event.”

That trajectory will continue to soar as Leslie Bergstrom and Gregory Allan Ness, this year’s vice co-chairs, assume the leadership role.

As Loeffler explains, “Melinda and I thought it was time to step aside and open the doors for other actively engaged committee members to lead the way. Leslie has been an FMA committee member for five years, and Gregory has been a loyal sponsor right from the inception. They have the

The crystal velvet ball gown from the Fall 2018 collection sparkles in the light from the clusters of glitter applied to the fabric.

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talent and creativity to propel FMA forward. Melinda and I look forward to working on the event committee and helping out in any way we can.”

Bergstrom, a museum trustee and docent, first learned about the event when she sat next to Loeffler at a luncheon. “Karen and I started talking and she told me about her idea for Fashion Meets Art. I had lived in London, was a working artist while living in the Cayman Islands, and have always loved fashion, so I thought it was a wonderful idea and wanted to do whatever I could to help out.

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Celine Dion asked to wear the Spring 2019 chartreuse tulle gown on her tour and kept it in her personal collection long after wearing it onstage while performing in London.

bring in dresses reminiscent of those featured in his book “100 Unforgettable Dresses.” I bought mannequins and we created displays with over 20 looks.

They were fabulous!”

For Ness, it was a desire to support the museum that prompted him to support Fashion Meets Art. “I believe the museum is integral to our community; it’s one of the bedrock components that draw like-minded residents and visitors to Vero Beach,” he points out.

“As principal designer of Coastal Interiors, I realize that fashion and interior design go hand in hand. That’s why having Christian Siriano, who has launched his own line of home furnishings, is just a great fit. I’m honored to be co-chairing FMA 2023 with Leslie. We intend to build on the legacy Karen and Melinda have set in motion.”

And what a legacy it is. Fashion Meets Art is one of those success stories that started with an idea five years ago and has grown into a major fundraising event. And now, it’s time to welcome Christian Siriano. `

Event co-chairs Karen Loeffler and Melinda Cooper (seated), are passing the torch to vice co-chairs Gregory Allan Ness and Leslie Bergstrom for the 2023 FMA event.

FASHION MEETS ART February 23, 2022 4 p.m. presentation by Christian Siriano followed by 5 p.m. cocktail reception For tickets visit vbmuseum.org Presenting sponsor: Windsor

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Missi Rothenberger renovated and expanded her Cutlass Cove home in The Moorings into a 5,000-square-foot family haven.

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Safe Harbor MISSI ROTHENBERGER SINGLEHANDEDLY NAVIGATES A SHARED DREAM TO CREATE A SHIPSHAPE HOME IN THE MOORINGS

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issi Rothenberger has owned at least eight properties in The Moorings, but there is something special about the one she now calls home.

“Rick and I always loved this house,” reflects Rothenberger of the property that caught her and her husband’s attention more than 15 years ago. “We would pass by it on our boat or drive by it in our car. The owners probably thought we were stalkers,” she chuckles, “but we admired the home’s location, with its gorgeous river views from Cutlass Cove. We even asked our Realtor to inquire whether the owners wanted to sell, but the answer was always no.”

When the home eventually came on the market, years later in 2019, much had changed in Rothenberger’s life. Rick, her beloved husband of 32 years, had succumbed to a brain tumor in 2008. Their three children were off on their own, and Rothenberger was dividing her time between a home she and Rick had shared in their hometown of Mohrsville, Pennsylvania, and the 6,000-square-foot waterfront property she had lovingly remodeled on Binnacle Point in The Anchor.

“I kept myself busy buying and renovating homes after Rick died,” says Rothenberger about the hobby that morphed into a full-time job as a project manager for Read Construction Inc. “Flipping houses became my fun thing to do, and I worked with Randy Read on most of them,” she explains. “One day he said, ‘You have a good eye. I could use someone like you working for me. You’d be great meeting with clients and going on jobs with me.’ I said I’d give it a try, and five years later we’re still working together.”

“Everyone loves Missi,” says Read, who established his Vero Beach-based construction company in 1994 after relocating from New Hope, Pennsylvania. “The clients, the subcontractors all love her. She’s great to work for when she’s doing her own renovations, as well as great to work with when she’s assisting clients in making decisions about their projects. She knows what she’s doing, and she has a great sense of humor.”

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When the four-bedroom, fivebath Cutlass Cove property finally became available, Rothenberger had the experience and confidence to go through the process of making it her own—although it seemed bittersweet without Rick.

“I called our kids and they said, ‘If you really love it, go for it,’” she recalls. “The only downside was it needed so much work.”

Built in 1998, the 3,233-square-foot home was tired, the landscaping was overgrown, and it required a complete overhaul, according to Rothenberger.

“Fortunately, by that time, Randy knew what I liked in a home and could guide me through what was possible in terms of physical renovation. Although it had good bones, I wanted to bring it up to today’s standards with bigger bedrooms, bigger bathrooms, and a kitchen/family room that would

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The formal living and dining area opens up to wide expanses of outdoor entertainment space.

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Missi Rothenberger has several paintings of cows throughout her home, a nod to Rick’s family-owned dairy business in Pennsylvania.

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become the heart of the home.”

After purchasing the property in August 2019, she immersed herself in a year-long renovation, utilizing trusted tradespeople with whom she has worked both personally and professionally.

“We’d go over there on a Saturday, walk around and discuss her ideas,” says Read, whose business is dedicated

exclusively to renovations. “We started out making the bedrooms 8 feet bigger, then 11 feet bigger. Missi even got into the demo work, helping to rip out bathrooms and tear down drywall.

That’s what’s amazing about her. She’s willing to get in there and do it to see progress.”

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Rothenberger created a den where family gathers when visiting. The space is complete with comfortable furniture and family mementos from years past.

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new water pipes. A new cedar shake roof was added, courtesy of Eric Black from MB Enterprises Roofing. Several interior and exterior walls were knocked down and rebuilt. Windows were widened to capitalize on the home’s sweeping water views.

Floors, windows, interior and exterior doors, bathrooms, the kitchen, patios, pool decking, and landscaping were replaced and upgraded. Rothenberger’s vision and the team’s collaborative efforts resulted in a stunning 5,000-squarefoot main house with four bedrooms, four en suite baths, and one half-bath as well as a beautifully appointed one-bedroom, one-bath guest house.

“I love making a house a home,” says Rothenberger, who, along with her three Maltese dogs, delights in welcoming friends and extended family to share her comfortable surroundings. “It’s my mouse nest,” she smiles, referring to the nickname she earned due to her petite size.

A mouse nest with a giant view!

Paned mahogany double entrance doors open to large, sun-drenched formal living and dining areas, offering wide vistas of backyard entertaining spaces and the open waterway beyond.

One hundred fifty-year-old pecky cypress adds visual interest to the ceiling and textural balance to white walls, white oak floors, and an eclectic, artfully arranged assortment of antique furnishings and accessories, consignment shop finds, and newer custom purchases.

Off the large space, Rothenberger created an intimate deep blue den by removing a fireplace and adding an overstuffed leather chair, comfortable oversize couch, and a large writing desk. “I like to add rich colors to small, cozy rooms,” she explains. “The kids end up hanging out here, on the floor or the couch.”

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The family room next to the kitchen takes on a nautical vibe with tones of blue and accents of brass.

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White oak floors run throughout much of the house.

Another favorite gathering spot is the crisp white chef’s kitchen, designed by Rick Klipstine of Indian River Cabinet Design. Featuring floorto-ceiling cabinetry, the space exudes a distinctly nautical vibe thanks to a navy island, bar, hutch and pendants— all accented with satin brass hardware.

In the adjacent family room, a pecky cypress fireplace takes center stage, flanked by blue-and-whitechecked chairs and vibrant coastal artwork. “We ordered all that pecky cypress for the living room ceiling and then had some left over,” Rothenberger says, “so we decided to use it on the fireplace.” A vintage French pastry table, mercury glass bottles, whimsical art and accessories, and comfortable

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navy sofas offer a warm blend of oldworld charm and modern sensibility to the space.

Although the home is very much her own, Rothenberger couldn’t resist infusing touching tributes to her late husband. A walking stick here, a photograph there, and vintage model cars that pay homage to Rick’s passion for collecting and racing vintage automobiles. Two bright watercolors of cows, painted by local artist Mara DePalma, adorn walls in both the den and the family room—a nod to Rick’s family-owned dairy business in Pennsylvania Dutch country, where he and Missi both grew up. Missi fondly remembers getting regular deliveries of milk from the Rothenbergers’ dairy

throughout her childhood.

Aside from his many talents, Rick had an amazing eye for interior design, Rothenberger reveals. “I used to call him Pierre, my decorator,” she says. “In fact, when I was choosing fabrics for this house, I’d jokingly say, ‘So, Pierre, what do you think?’

If the fabric slid off the chair, I knew he didn’t like it,” she laughs. “Still, I think he’d be proud of the way it turned out.”

Despite navigating uncharted waters singlehandedly, Rothenberger says she feels totally at home in The Moorings. “I guess I’m anchored here.

This is my forever home … with memories to preserve as well as many more to come.” `

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Palette, Palate & Polo Mallet TWENTY-YEAR VERO BEACH RESIDENT DR. JOHNSON HAGOOD HAS FOUND SUCCESS IN BOTH ART AND DENTISTRY

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n his famous poem “The Road Not Taken,” Robert Frost contemplates two roads diverging in a yellow wood. As we all know, he chooses the less traveled one.

Unlike Frost, Dr. Johnson Hagood was able to take two roads simultaneously, deciding early in life to become accomplished in two fields: dentistry and art.

Windsor has selected Hagood’s painting “The Match,” a dynamic image of four polo ponies in action, to become the commemorative poster for its 2022 Charity Polo Cup, the sixth biennial such event since its inception.

The painting will be displayed prominently and auctioned off at the event this month.

Hagood has attained comparable accolades in his other career path; his dental practice, Vero Beach Art of Dentistry, was chosen in 2018 to enhance the smiles of both Miss Florida USA and Miss Florida Teen USA. He is one of fewer than 500 dentists worldwide to have earned accreditation from the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Hagood is a visiting faculty member of the Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, and he lectures and facilitates workshops for dentists from around the country. His artistic sensibilities serve him well as he teaches such subjects as dental photography, smile design and restorative dentistry.

As a lad of about 5 years old, Hagood was constantly doodling and fiddling with his primary-colored Crayolas. This overt obsession continued until he was 10 or so, at which point his parents signed him up for lessons with an instructor from the local high school in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The instructor, Mr. Parker, became an integral part of the boy’s life, helping to set him on an artistic path.

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Dr. Hagood displays his art at his dental office, the Vero Beach Art of Dentistry, for his patients to enjoy. This painting of the Vero Beach Country Club golf course was the first piece he ever sold. A recent creative trade brought the painting back to his office.

Hagood says, “I distinctly remember painting an apple in oil, over and over, until I finally got it right.”

After his parents relocated the family to Laguna Beach, California, when Hagood was 13, he took art lessons from a neighbor, an artist who taught him to use a Rapidograph pen and to create pictures made up solely of dots. One of his pictures of a dirt bike rider was accepted into the Laguna Beach Arts Festival.

When the time came for college, Hagood decided on a career in medicine. As an undergraduate premed major at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina, he took as

many elective art courses as he could fit into his schedule.

At one point, he realized he was gradually losing interest in attending medical school; then he had an important conference with his academic advisor, who made a magical connection between art and dentistry that was to affect Hagood’s life path: “Johnson, I know you love art and you are interested in health care. Have you considered dentistry?”

He hadn’t, but this new possible connection between his two interests resonated with him as he realized he could use his artistic talents as a dentist.

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“I eventually lost interest in taking art lessons, preferring to experiment on my own.”

– JOHNSON HAGOOD

In planning the next phase of his life, Hagood chose one of the top three dental schools in the country, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He graduated in 1991, mostly eschewing art while he concentrated on dentistry.

Several years after graduating, he landed in Virginia Beach to practice dentistry. He took a series of lessons from a local artist who encouraged her pupils to copy their favorite painters.

Hagood chose some of the greats: Henri Matisse, Claude Monet, Pierre Bonnard and Vincent Van Gogh.

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Hagood's inspiration comes from a variety of sources, including images given to him, his own pictures, and magazines.

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“The Match,” acrylic on canvas, 30 x 30 inches, appears on the 2022 Windsor Charity Polo Cup commemorative poster.

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“My garage is my studio. It’s nothing fancy, but it suits me fine.”

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preferring to experiment on my own.

I liked painting the photographs I was taking as well as photos from magazines. I enjoyed this freewheeling approach rather than being pigeonholed in formal classes.”

He adds, “After I’d moved my practice to Vero Beach, I started hanging my paintings in the office as well as in my house. Subsequently, Penny Aliyetti, a patient and a member of Vero Beach’s Artists Guild Gallery on 14th Avenue, asked me to exhibit there.”

This was a real turning point in Hagood’s artistic career. After exhibiting at the Artists Guild Gallery several times as a guest artist, he was asked to become a consignment member.

This inspired him to produce more paintings, as he needed a minimum

of 12 in order to exhibit.

Asked how he ended up in Vero Beach, Hagood says he discovered the town during college spring breaks while driving through the area in search of excellent surf spots. When he and his wife, Dana, decided to relocate to Florida, Vero Beach was the first place they looked.

They agreed it was an ideal small city, one in which they could envision living and bringing up a family. Dr. John Ashby’s dental practice happened to be for sale, and they immediately made plans to purchase the practice and the building.

Hagood’s office on Ponce de Leon Circle has a homey feel to it. Many of his friends and patients incorrectly assume it was originally a house and

was later converted to a dental office.

Actually it was built by Ashby to be a dental office in 1958.

When Hagood mentions his dental team, his tone is downright reverential. “I have been blessed to have found these people who make up my dental team. We are like a family and I treat them that way. My hygienist has been here 17 years. My office manager has been here 12 years, and my assistants have been with me for seven years and two years. We moved into this office building 20 years ago, and I am now writing a special personal thank-you note to all my patients who’ve been here the full 20 years.”

One of the more recent major influences in Hagood’s painting career has been Dutch artist Frits Van Eeden,

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a well-known and highly respected artist in the U.S. and Europe. Over the last couple of years Hagood has attended several workshops conducted

by Van Eeden.

Hagood says, “I have taken several workshops from Eeden where he would demonstrate a specific technique and then critique and modify his students’ work. He taught a new technique to me dating back to the medieval era.

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foundation with watery acrylic added to it and finally heavier acrylic added with brush and palette knife. This ancient process was used by Giotto in the 14th century as well as many old masters like Rembrandt. I also studied with two local artists, Sheila Lougheed and Suze Lavendar.”

A close friend and patient of Hagood’s is John Walsh, criminal justice television star and longtime host of “America’s Most Wanted.” In

his private life, he is an inveterate and skilled polo player, along with his son Hayden. Both are frequent participants in Windsor’s Charity Polo Cup. Hagood asked Walsh to lend him some action photos of him and his son on their polo ponies. From this group of images, he created a number of polo pony paintings, including the nowfamous Windsor winning poster. He had hung them in his office, where they were spotted by members of the Polo Cup committee charged with finding the 2022 commemorative artist.

Hagood’s dual careers are just part of the rewarding life he and Dana, a pharmacist and fitness instructor, have carved out for themselves in Vero Beach over the past 20 years. As active parishioners of Trinity Episcopal Church and longtime members of the Jungle Club, now Vero Fitness, they have found their first impressions of the town to be more than accurate.

Even the surfing that originally brought Hagood to the area continues to play an important role. The couple’s boating excursions with their pug, Violet, have engendered a deep appreciation for the ocean and the Indian River Lagoon, so they are particularly pleased with the charities Windsor has chosen to benefit from this

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year’s Polo Cup: the Ocean Research & Conservation Association and the Environmental Learning Center.

Hagood’s association with Artists Guild Gallery has led to the sale of a number of paintings. He even worked with an interior designer who sold three of his paintings to the same client.

Despite his artistic success, Hagood says he’s happy to be painting as a passion and not trying to make a living as an artist. When asked about his studio, he shrugs and says, “My garage is my studio. It’s nothing fancy, but it suits me fine.” ` “Indian River Sunburst,” oil on canvas, 30 x 30 inches

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Apollo, a 5-year-old kitty, is a resident at a Fellsmere barn-turned-cat cottage operated by For the Love of Paws.

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Labor of Love FOR THE LOVE OF PAWS HELPS SENIORS IN NEED KEEP THEIR BELOVED COMPANIONS BY THEIR SIDES

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hen community needs arise and we see people in dire straits, we may think, “If only I had the time, the money, the space and the expertise to take on all of that burden and make a difference.” Many people will donate, but few throw themselves wholeheartedly into filling those needs while seeking to uncover more.

One such person is Ted Pankiewicz, co-founder of For the Love of Paws. His daughter-in-law Jess and her husband, Ted Jr., had planned to establish a nonprofit to help pets and people, but she passed away suddenly of a rare immune disorder called Devic’s disease early in 2013.

“I discussed Jess’ intentions with my wife and son. I reminded them that I’ve failed at retiring twice,” says Pankiewicz, a former K-9 officer from New Jersey.

They started in their garage with the goal of keeping Jess’ dream alive.

Just six short years later, the venture has outgrown its headquarters twice.

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free of charge, more than 10,000 pounds of pet food per month to 18 locations in Indian River and Brevard counties and to the Senior Resource Association for its Meals on Wheels program.

“It was volunteers who first noticed clients giving their food away to their pets, deciding they would rather go hungry than let their pets suffer,” says Karen Deigl, president and CEO of SRA. “All of our clients are in a crisis situation, COVID or not,” she notes.

Pankiewicz had seen this kind of thing before, during his time as a general manager at Park Place, a manufactured home community in Sebastian. “People were on tight budgets,” he says. “While waiting for their Social Security checks, they might run out of funds to feed the pet. These seniors are from the silent generation.

Some are World War II veterans who often want to apologize for needing help. I tell them that is what we are here for.”

The group now delivers 40 to 50 bags of pet food every Monday to SRA’s

Meals on Wheels Program, where it gets distributed to the pet-owning seniors they serve. Many of these seniors have outlived family and friends, and the pet is their cherished companion. “From dealing with a critical illness to the loss of a loved one, dogs and cats provide comfort and healing attributes,” says Deigl. “We also see how pets can positively switch the focus from seniors’ own problems and illnesses to that of caring for their pet who needs them.”

At first, this was an entirely family-run affair. Pankiewicz’s wife, Cookie, son Ted Jr., and grandson Hunter spent their time and money buying and bagging pet food for seniors in need. Now they have 25 to 30 regular volunteers and have expanded their outreach in a big way.

“On Monday mornings, we take pet food to 13 local food banks in Indian River and Brevard counties,” says Pankiewicz. “Then we have a location in Fellsmere open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday for families to pick up pet food there.”

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program’s housing, we took the cat for her. When she gets on her feet and gets a job, she can have her pet back. She’s not a senior citizen, but how do you say no to that?”

The group will also transport a pet for veterinary care, as they did for Reese, a large shepherd mix in need of a checkup and vaccinations, whose owner is disabled. Pankiewicz would also like to start an in-home euthanasia program to address a need he saw firsthand. “A couple of months ago I got a call from two ladies who lived in a second-floor apartment. Their old dog, a big mixed breed, had passed away in the night and they couldn't lift him. My son and I took him to the Humane Society and arranged for cremation.”

While Pankiewicz’s energy is seemingly limitless, he credits his volunteers for all the group’s success.

Claudia Martino has been with For the Love of Paws since the beginning.

She and her sister started bringing pet food to various food banks, where one new volunteer wondered aloud if they shouldn’t do more for the people themselves. “I told her, ‘Helping pets is helping people, too.’ Many of these folks have only the pet as companionship, and that pet is their reason for living,” Martino says. “Ted gets calls in the middle of the night because someone with a medical emergency won’t leave the pet to get into the ambulance, so he rushes over.”

Martino now works in the adjacent office and can sometimes hear Pankiewicz on the phone. “The things he’ll agree to, and the way he calms people in crisis, is really touching.

There is nothing Ted won’t do.” Martino says motivation is not a problem for volunteers. “At one volunteer meeting, he played some voicemails from people we had helped. Their stories were very moving. There wasn’t a dry eye in the room.”

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In addition to providing pet food for seniors needing help to feed their pets, the group’s mission statement includes caring for pets whose senior owners have become ill or have passed away, and following the wishes of the senior owner, whether that means housing them at the 5-acre sanctuary, offering their own homes and office space to house elderly cats, or adopting out animals whose owners approve of that option. “Our desks and computer keyboards are always decorated by cat hair, and sometimes a cat or two,” Pankiewicz says.

For the Love of Paws is expanding beyond the original vision, partly due to needs arising from COVID isolation but, even more so, just because the need presents itself. “We had a woman call us crying that she wanted to check into a program to escape physical abuse, but was terrified her boyfriend would hurt her cat,” says Pankiewicz.

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“That’s what we do: Find a need; fill it.”

– TED PANKIEWICZ

what they do is really great. They place animals responsibly; Ted did his homework on me before I adopted, and he stays in touch to see if he can help,” she says. “He’s very transparent about what he needs from the community and what he provides to the community.”

Later, Cox learned about a 10-yearold dachshund named Skye, whose owner, a former fighter pilot, had passed away. “That dog had been everything to this man,” she says. By this time, her oldest beagle was gone, so she offered to foster Skye and has since adopted him. “When we first brought Skye home, he was mopey, understandably, but to see him blossom is so rewarding,” Cox says. “It’s a very warm and fuzzy feeling.”

Expansion is very much on Pankiewicz’s mind. The group currently leases a facility in Fellsmere for offices as well as the housing and distribution of all the pet food. At the

sanctuary space, another cat cottage is being built, and Pankiewicz is eyeing acreage with a house where the team can move its offices and distribution, and that is still in a convenient location for clients. “My son is involved on a daily basis, and my grandson Hunter enjoys the work, so the future is theirs,” he says. “Hunter wants to expand statewide within 10 years,” he adds proudly.

Pankiewicz’s instinct is to solve any problem that arises. “That’s what we do: Find a need; fill it,” he says.

“We recently found out that Indian River County had only two pet oxygen kits for 15 firehouses. We raised funds and bought 30 of them.”

For the Love of Paws has needs of its own, including cat food, leashes, collars, medicines, cat trees, small dog crates, pet beds and, of course, funding. Find them at pawspetsanctuary.org. “We’re geared toward seniors,” Pankiewicz says, “but we’ll help anybody.” `

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Some of the happy endings are told by adopters who take on shellshocked pets that have recently lost their owners. Lacey Cox was alerted to a social media post calling for a foster for Snoopy, a beagle whose owner, a Navy veteran, was undergoing serious surgery. “Ted took care of everything,” says Cox. “He arranged for Snoopy to meet my two beagles, Mason and Jack. For the Love of Paws paid for the neutering and vaccinations, too.” The beagle’s owner did not survive the surgery, and when Pankiewicz called to tell Cox this news, they discussed whether Snoopy would stay with her family permanently. “Do I really need three dogs?” she said to him. “Then I turned to see my daughter holding Snoopy, tears streaming down her face. We immediately agreed to keep him, and he has fit right in ever since.”

Cox’s interactions with Pankiewicz and his group were positive ones throughout the process. “I think

Ted Pankiewicz Jr. has plans to expand the cat cottage in Fellsmere with a second barn to house surrendered cats.

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Hunter Pankiewicz, son of Ted Jr., has hopes of taking the nonprofit statewide to help more people and their pets.

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Carpe Noctem: Seize the Night ASTRONOMER TERRY GRAGE TRAVELS THE UNIVERSE FROM HIS BACKYARD WRITTEN AND PHOTOGRAPHED BY PATRICK MERRELL

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ooking at Terry Grage’s modest home, you’d never guess there was an astronomical observatory in the backyard. Walking into his backyard, you still wouldn’t. There’s just a narrow swath of lawn, a few plants, and a meandering path that leads to a 12-by-20-foot aluminum shed.

But open the door to that shed and you’d find yourself in another world. This is Mind’s Eye Observatory, which is what Grage has dubbed his high-tech lair. Inside are computers, video monitors, star maps and posters, astronomy books, tools, cables, cameras, gauges, storage cases, and the centerpiece of the operation: a red-barreled 8-inch electronic telescope. Stowed nearby are two more telescopes, a 6-inch and a 12-inch.

“This is where I come to decompress,” Grage says. He flips on a set of red lights and some otherworldly electronic music starts playing. The computer powers up and an array of seven video monitors comes to life.

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Terry Grage views images from his telescope via video monitors inside his backyard shed, also known as Mind’s Eye Observatory.

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Grage captured this photo of the moon on the first night of using his current observatory in January 2019.

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The only hint that an astronomical observatory is lurking in Terry Grage’s backyard is this sign on the outside of an aluminum shed.

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“Galaxies really appeal to me,” he says. “When you look at a galaxy that’s millions of light-years away, and you start to figure out the distance ... well, you can’t really. And then you start figuring out the time, and that thing you’re looking at isn’t even there anymore.”

Take the Whirlpool Galaxy, for example, also known as Messier 51. It’s 31 million light-years from earth, which means that when Grage looks at it through his telescope, he’s seeing what that spiral-shaped cluster of stars looked like 31 million years ago! “I’m looking back in time,” he says.

Grage has no formal training in astronomy, and for most of his life he held no more than an idle curiosity about the night sky. That all changed in 1994, when Comet ShoemakerLevy 9 collided with Jupiter.

It was a dramatic event, something that had never been seen in the solar system before. Chunks of the comet, some measuring nearly a mile in diameter, struck Jupiter at well over 100,000 mph. Huge fireballs resulted, throwing plumes of debris 1,200–1,900 miles above the surface and leaving dark scars on the planet for months.

“I was working as a mechanic for an airline in Virginia, on the night shift,” Grage says. “Another fellow and I always had an interest in astronomy, but we had never pursued it.”

The comet’s collision, and the resulting coverage in the press, changed that. “We bought a couple of little telescopes and went out on the snow,” Grage says, adding with a laugh, “I remember it took me an hour just to find Saturn.”

Grage’s telescopic dabbling might well have ended there, but “aperture fever” had struck. He found himself wanting a bigger and better telescope and decided to build one himself: a 6-inch Dobsonian.

That style of telescope is named for John Dobson, and as Grage explains, “It’s basically just a tube on a turret. It has an old-fashioned peephole, and you use a finder that puts crosshairs on a site.” That’s what he recommends for beginners, rather than buying a “spindly tripod thing—what we call the Christmas telescope. You don’t have to spend a ton of money to do astronomy,” he explains. “For $300, you can get a nice Dobsonian telescope.”

In 2000, Grage upped the ante again, building himself a 12-inch Dobsonian that could be synced up with a computer to automatically track moving objects. He would stow it in the garage, bringing it out on clear nights to use in his yard or to take to his favorite viewing spot about an hour and a half west of Vero Beach.

“I used to have a van with footlockers in it,” he says. “And I’d haul all that gear to the Kissimmee Prairie Preserve, which is a hot spot for astronomers now. It’s a fantastic place. It’s so quiet out there, nothing but a few animals and a few people.

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As dusk approaches, Grage rolls out his trolley, goes inside to eat some dinner while his telescope acclimates, then returns at night to explore the sky.

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Clockwise from upper left: M27 Dumbbell Nebula, Comet Neowise in 2020, M104 Sombrero Galaxy, and Barnard 33 Horsehead Nebula in Orion

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When you’re driving there, you feel like you’re driving off the face of the earth.”

Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park was established by the State of Florida in 1997. In years past, the 54,000 acres of grasslands were used for grazing by free-roaming cattle and as a training area by the military before and during World War II, among other purposes.

According to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection: “Only nine percent of the original Florida dry prairie ecosystem remains intact, and Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park protects the largest tract of these fragile lands, which are home to 48 listed native species.”

“A few friends and I used to have a club called the Indian River Astronomical Society,” Grage says. “It doesn’t exist anymore, but back then, every new moon, we would go out to Kissimmee Prairie.” That’s because less moonlight allows for better night sky viewing. “We did that before the park

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was a known thing for astronomers. And we tried to keep it quiet, because it was such a great place for us—there’s so little light pollution.”

Looking at a light pollution map of the entire East Coast of the United States, there are only three expansive areas that are isolated enough to provide premium “dark sky” viewing.

One is in Georgia: Stephen C. Foster State Park in the Okefenokee Swamp. The other two are in Florida: Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park and Big Cypress National Preserve in the southern part of the state.

As the rangers at Kissimmee Prairie became more familiar with what Grage and his fellow club members were doing, they became interested themselves, even buying their own telescope. “We got them to make it a dark sky area,” Grage says. “They came in and changed the light bulbs on the bathhouses and everything else to red.” Exposure to white light ruins the eye’s ability to see things in a dark sky.

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Clockwise: Saturn in 2006, open cluster M37 in the constellation Auriga, M51 Whirlpool Galaxy, and globular cluster M3 in the constellation Canes Venatici

“There was an old horse paddock there, just a little square,” Grage says. “And we said, ‘Why don’t you make that into something for us? We’ll be out in the prairie and have a view you wouldn’t believe.’ They went even further than that,” he says. “They put in campsites so astronomers could set up and camp. And they ran power to the site, which is a huge thing for us, so we had power to run all our gear.”

“They ended up really running with it,” Grage says. “If you look up Kissimmee Prairie Preserve now, you’ll see they have a huge section about astronomers. Birders like it too.”

In January 2016, the park was recognized as Florida’s first “Dark Sky Park” by the International Dark Sky Association.

“It’s become very popular,” ranger Chris Camargo says. “And because there are only five astronomy sites, they fill up very quickly. We encourage people to use the other two campgrounds for naked-eye viewing or for using binoculars.”

And, he adds, “The park is currently developing a 24-hour

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astronomy viewing area near the entrance to the park.”

While Kissimmee Prairie remains a special place for Grage—he even proposed to his wife there in 2011—these days he does all his viewing from his backyard. He built his first observatory there in 2009, a geodesic dome made of two-byfours and covered with a tightly fitting tarp. Grage’s interest in that soon waned, though, as he became involved in other things, such as his new wife, Cheryl; two new stepchildren, Jack and Ashley; and learning how to play the classical guitar.

Oh, and he also had a full-time job at Bay Street Pharmacy in Sebastian.

Mind’s Eye Observatory, his second and current setup, came about in 2019, after his father passed away following a two-year bout with pancreatic cancer. Grage inherited his father’s shed, which was a fully outfitted wood shop. At first, he thought, “Great, now I have a man cave.” But then the astronomy bug bit again, and he started thinking about how

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to convert the shed into an observatory.

“If you Google ‘amateur observatory,’ you’ll see every ridiculous thing anybody’s ever come up with,” he says. Prefabricated domes are one option. So is installing a sliding or hinged roof. Then there are the more humorous solutions, such as the “Observalavatory”—an outhouse-like structure that can be rolled aside to reveal an outdoor telescope.

Grage’s solution is ingenious, and as far as he knows, unique. Instead of opening up the roof of his shed, which would have exposed him to Florida’s heat and mosquitoes, he

installed a set of trolley tracks just outside the shed’s roll-up door. “I wheel the telescope out, shut the door, and I’m in here in my chair with my computers and all my screens.”

What makes an arrangement like that even possible is a fairly recent approach to viewing the heavens: video astronomy or, as some prefer to call it, electronically assisted astronomy. “It’s a huge thing for amateurs now,” he says. “It’s really why I’m doing what I do.”

Grage has a camera attached to his telescope, which is linked by cables to his computer. That allows him to view

As the sun sets, Grage switches to red lights outside his observatory, which helps his eyes adapt to viewing the nighttime sky.

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everything remotely. Even better, frame-integration technology gives him the ability to stack pictures—that is, it takes multiple photographs of the same object and combines them into a single image.

“It’s like opening a camera shutter and leaving it open,” he explains. “The difference is, you can eliminate the bad frames. When you stack images like that, you can see much deeper.” That’s despite having more light pollution at his home than at Kissimmee Prairie.

A bad frame might be caused by a hiccup in the tracking or a passing cloud. Man-made satellites are another increasing problem these days, in effect photo-bombing astronomers’ observations and photographs. According to several monitoring databases, there are approximately 7,000 satellites currently orbiting earth, roughly half of them active and half of them inactive. And the numbers keep escalating. SpaceX, for example, has launched more than 1,500 satellites in the last two years, for use in its internet constellation, Starlink.

“There’s a huge international uproar about this now,” Grage says. “A lot of amateurs are upset. Professionals are

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even more upset; they’ve got a million-dollar telescope, and they’re looking at all this junk.”

Despite that, Grage is still able to see and save some remarkable images. “My images aren’t processed very much,” he explains. “It’s kind of like I’m standing out at Kissimmee Preserve, looking up at the galaxy.” By contrast, there’s a subset of video astronomers who take highly processed shots with specialized equipment. “They’ll take an object and spend months on it, using different filters and collecting hours and hours of data,” he says. “And they’ll go back and spend months processing it. Their pictures are absolutely crazy.”

But that’s not what Grage does, or even attempts to do.

His is a more exploratory journey, marveling at what he finds along the way. “I call my pictures ‘now and laters,’ because I’m observing them live, and I just save the pictures to share,” he says. “I did some crude stuff years ago with guys back in the club, but what I’m doing now just blows me away sometimes, compared with what I was doing back then. I’ve never discovered anything. But I’ve discovered stuff I never knew of, which makes it feel like I’ve discovered something.” `

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atherine Taylor Eppink, the resident principal ballerina of Ballet Vero Beach, and Zachary Miles Comer were married in an intimate ceremony on May 26, 2021. Katherine is the daughter of Jane Eppink of Urbandale, Iowa, and the late Larry Eppink. Zachary is the son of Curtis Comer of Des Moines, Iowa, and Kim Mosiman of Ames, Iowa, and the stepson of Jeff Mosiman, also of Ames.

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DIRECTOR’S SOCIETY & CHAIRMAN’S CLUB DINNER VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART To kick off the 2021–22 season, Vero Beach Museum of Art welcomed some 200 guests to its annual Director’s Society and Chairman’s Club Dinner. VBMA Executive Director and CEO Brady Roberts introduced guest speaker Kaywin Feldman, director of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., who delivered a live-streamed lecture as guests enjoyed cocktails. A delightful dinner was catered by Elizabeth D. Kennedy & Company.

SPONSORS: William W. King, The King Group Beth Werwaiss, Xacque Gruber and Michelle Witt

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GATEKEEPER CELEBRATION MCKEE BOTANICAL GARDEN More than 70 Gatekeepers of the Garden, ardent supporters who are committed to continuing the McKee Botanical Garden’s legacy, gathered in November for their annual celebration. This year’s theme was “Cocktails at the Kaleidoscope” in honor of the garden’s new living sculpture by kaleidoscope artist Bob Anderson. In addition to cocktails and hors d’oeuvres from Elizabeth D. Kennedy & Company, guests enjoyed a presentation by historical landscape architect David Sacks on the Horticulture Revitalization Project he is leading in conjunction with the garden’s 20th anniversary.

Bill and Kate Freeman

Elizabeth Morgan, John and Kathy Schumann, and Earl Morgan

Bob Anderson, Christine Hobart and David Sacks

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NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY ASSOCIATION OF FUNDRAISING PROFESSIONALS The Indian River Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals recognized nine individuals and one group during its Nov. 4 National Philanthropy Day luncheon, held at Quail Valley River Club. The theme was “Celebrating the Path Forward.” The Honored Leaders are listed here, followed by their respective nominating organizations: Ryan Cobb, Gifford Youth Achievement Center; Vero Beach Police Chief David Currey, Substance Awareness Center of Indian River County; Susan Donovan, Childcare Resources of Indian River; Emma Fini, Crossover Mission; Charlotte “Shotsi” Cain Lajoie, Center for Spiritual Care; Ashley Lombardo, The Buggy Bunch; Brad Lorimier, Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee Counties; Bill Munn, Boys & Girls Clubs of Indian River County; Kathy Siegel, VNA & Hospice House; and TCCH Vaccination Volunteers 2021, Treasure Coast Community Health.

Front to back: Emma Fini, Susan Donovan, Shotsi Lajoie and Ryan Cobb; Annette Rodriguez, Hope Woodhouse and Bill Munn; Kathy Siegel, Ashley Lombardo and Chief David Currey

MAJOR SPONSORS: Carter; Indian River Community Foundation; PNC Wealth Management; Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital; Dale Sorensen Real Estate; Joan Edwards; Florida Power & Light; Kathie and Michael Pierce; Quail Valley Charities; 97.1 Ocean FM; Monti’s Flower Market

Calista Milliman, Ashley and Rick Lombardo, and Tara Wright

Tice and Kathy Siegel, Kathie and Michael Pierce, and Michelle Deschane

Karla Spooner, Jeff Powers, Elizabeth Thomason and Bill Munn

Todd Smith, Mary Johnston, Gloria Nicely, Mike Lyster, Sharon Dvir and Andrew Thomas

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Carrie Lester and Chief David Currey

Kristen Touchberry, Amy Haase, Martha Redner, Kathy Mulvey and Wanda Lincoln

Vicki Soulé, Annette Rodriguez and Hope Woodhouse

Meg Hickey, Carol Ludwig, Shotsi Lajoie and Kathleen Salem

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Angelia Perry with Ryan and Sarah Cobb

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Event co-chairs Taylor Farnsworth and Elizabeth Thomason

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ANNUAL CONCERT GIFFORD YOUTH ORCHESTRA Thirty-five members of the Gifford Youth Orchestra were delighted to perform live again!

They put on an impressive concert before an audience of 212 fans, who rose to their feet after an especially moving guitar-and-vocal rendition of “Ain’t No Sunshine When She’s Gone” by brothers William and Wallace. Choral classes are a new and popular addition to the GYO’s programs, even drawing adult students.

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Senior GYO member Jada

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30TH ANNIVERSARY INDIAN RIVER HEALTHY START COALITION Riverside Park’s scenic Grand Pavilion was the site of Indian River Healthy Start Coalition’s 30th anniversary celebration in November.

Past and present Healthy Start board members and executive directors were joined by friends of the organization, local elected officials, and even one of the first babies served—now a young woman. One of the highlights of the evening was the presentation of a $30,000 check from Simply Healthcare to help expand IRC Healthy Start’s doula program throughout the state of Florida.

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Andrea Berry, Brittany Streufert and Maureen Campeau

Cheryl Martinez with Darfur

Sharon Packard, Ben Earman and Autumn Schneider

Katie Nall, Sophie North and Annabel Robertson

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Audrey Richards, Karen Campbell, Allen Jones, Andrea Berry, Alan Temple and Charlene Curry

Kathy Cain, Lisa Thompson Barnes, Karen Franke and Brenda Lloyd

Jennifer Frederick, Kate Voss, Dawn Carboni and Ann Marie Suriano

Andrea Berry, Jean Michel and Ellen Syvertsen

Ashley Watson, Bridgette Jerger, April Fields and Shelby Scheuermann

Nadia Fyffe, Isabel Velez and Cathy Brunicardi

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Carrie Lester, Meredith Egan and Susan Adams

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MINI-PARLOR CONCERT VERO BEACH OPERA As part of VBO’s Young Opera Patron program, which seeks to expand local interest in opera to a younger audience, Román Ortega-Cowan Jr. and his wife, Aleksandra “Sasha” Fradin, opened their lovely home for a mini-parlor concert. Soprano Evelyn Saavedra performed, accompanied on piano by Jared Peroune. In addition to performing, the artists engaged the appreciative audience with background information on the arias they performed.

Pianist Jared Peroune and soprano Evelyn Saavedra

Linda and John Musselman with Sahar Mejri and Julien Chauffour

Josh and Emma Boltrek with Mike Kirwin

Monica and Chris Holbrook

Steve and Renee Rennick

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Raz and Elena Ilie

Dagur Helgason and Abby Ley

Chris and Dee Locke

Sahar Mejri, Laurie Collings, Linda Musselman, Abby Ley, Sasha Fradin and Monica Holbrook

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OPERA HOMESTAY SEASON KICKOFF VERO BEACH OPERA In a November luncheon at Carrabba’s, Vero Beach Opera’s Homestay group kicked off the 2022 season—a particularly satisfying development on the heels of the 2021 COVID-related hiatus. Homestay hosts help the nonprofit VBO save on expenses by opening their homes to the artists who travel to Vero Beach to share their talents with our many opera lovers. The homestay practice also lends a personal touch to the visiting artists’ Vero Beach experience. Longtime volunteer homestay coordinators Sue and Paul Gauthier plan to continue matching artists with hosts as the fabulous 2022 season unfolds.

Sue and Paul Gauthier with Román and Joan Ortega-Cowan

Susan Grandpierre and Don Croteau

Elaine and Paul Morse

Joanne and Bob Webster

Linda Sposato and Sam Gagliano

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Joe and Carol Palowich

Mac Lankford, Cate Wenzing and Larry Greenspoon

Lou and Jenny Dorio

Ursula Duguid and Janet Stuart

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GREAT DUCK DERBY TREASURE COAST COMMUNITY HEALTH The ninth annual Great Duck Derby, held in October, 2021, was one of the most successful derbies to date, raising nearly $25,000 in support of the TCCH’s work of making quality health care available to everyone. For the first time in the event’s history, all 5,000 rubber ducks were “adopted” prior to the event. The ducks were then set loose on their racecourse in the Indian River Lagoon.

MAJOR SPONSORS: Dyer Chevrolet; Capt. Hiram’s; Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce; Indian River County Sheriff’s Office; Sea Tow of Sebastian; iThink Financial; Hoskins, Turco, Lloyd & Lloyd; Kathy Welch, APRN, ND; SouthState Bank The ducks enter the course in the Indian River Lagoon.

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29TH ANNUAL SOUP BOWL SAMARITAN CENTER “Empty Bowls, Full Hearts” was, for the second year, the theme of Samaritan Center’s annual Soup Bowl event. Since the advent of COVID-19, the occasion has been streamlined to a single location with empty bowls instead of the longstanding practice of having many locations with bowls of soup. But those adjustments have done nothing to dampen the enthusiasm or success that always accompany this event. Indian River Clay coordinated the creation of over 1,000 ceramic bowls by more than 60 local potters. The beautiful bowls, handcrafted in a wide variety of styles, were displayed Nov. 4 at the Heritage Center, where the public snatched them up for a suggested donation of $15 each. This year’s Soup Bowl event even saw a 26% increase in sponsorships from local businesses, foundations, worship communities and individuals. The funds raised support the Samaritan Center, which provides transitional housing and a multitude of services to help families rise out of homelessness. ` Bev Swatt, Renee Bireley, Katy Ryan and Heather Stapleton

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HARMONY IN CONTRAST FEBRUARY 10–MARCH 5 J.M. Stringer Gallery presents “Harmony in Contrast: The Recent Paintings of E.J. Paprocki & Claudia Seymour.” Paprocki is an internationally collected artist who has been painting since childhood. After his art studies in college, he traveled throughout Europe, painting and visiting the great museums. Seymour, a member of several prestigious art associations, strives to “portray the limitless beauty of color in every object, as well as in the interaction between objects, their shadows, and the surrounding space.” Stop by during the receptions to be held Feb. 10 from 4 to 8 p.m. and Feb. 11 and 12 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

J.M. STRINGER GALLERY OF FINE ART

3465 Ocean Drive 772-231-3900 jmstringergallery.com

“Set Adrift on Memory Bliss” by Derek Gores, collage, 48 x 48 inches

TROPICOLLAGE FEBRUARY 1–25 Gallery 14 is excited to welcome the return of Derek Gores with a solo exhibition of his latest collage work. “Tropicollage” is the result of Gores’ explorations into the lore and legacy of coastal Florida life.

His works are never-ending puzzles of discovery, with something new to enjoy at every glance: bits of sunny cocktail recipes, photos of our local crabs and birds, matchbook covers from Vero Beach landmarks of days gone by, and much more. Meet the artist at a reception during the First Friday Gallery Stroll Feb. 4, 5–8 p.m.

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JACK WRIGHT FEBRUARY 16–MARCH 16 Findlay Galleries is proud to present an exhibition of works by 20th-century San Francisco Bay-area painter Jack Wright. He was a gifted colorist and idealist who used the pointillist style to create his cosmic abstract works, which embody vibrant energy and evoke mystery. A native of St. Paul, Minnesota, Wright studied with painter Cameron Booth, who introduced him to the work of several modernists, including Picasso, Klee and Matisse. It was through British painter Gordon Onslow Ford that he met the groundbreaking California artists with whom he would collaborate for many years to come.

FINDLAY GALLERIES

165 Worth Ave., Palm Beach 561-655-2090 findlaygalleries.com

“Group of Seven” by Jack Wright, acrylic on canvas, 48 x 34 inches

Ongoing Events

THROUGH FEBRUARY 28

THROUGH MARCH 31

RONNIE LANDFIELD Findlay Galleries continues an exhibition showcasing the recent paintings of colorfield abstractionist Ronnie Landfield. If you are unable to visit the gallery in person, you can view the exhibition online.

WINTER EXHIBITION The Winter Exhibition at The Galleries at First Pres continues, featuring artists Anne Whitney, Cy Rochon and Pat Traver.

FINDLAY GALLERIES

165 Worth Ave., Palm Beach 561-655-2090 findlaygalleries.com

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THROUGH MARCH 1

IDENTIFIABLE STYLES J.M. Stringer Gallery presents “Identifiable Styles,” an exhibition of the recent paintings of Leonard Mizerek and Kyle Stuckey. Mizerek is known for his colorful, luminous seascapes, and Stuckey calls his style “impressionistic realism.”

CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY Art at the Emerson is holding its second annual “Celebrating Black History” exhibition. Featured artists include Keila Small, Zoi Hunter and Henrimae Bell.

J.M. STRINGER GALLERY OF FINE ART

3465 Ocean Drive 772-231-3900 jmstringergallery.com

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ART AT THE EMERSON

The Emerson Center 1590 27th Ave. 772-778-5880 artattheemerson.com

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First Presbyterian Church 520 Royal Palm Blvd.

772-562-9088 firstpresvero.org THROUGH MAY 15

VERO COLLECTS Vero Beach Museum of Art celebrates the penchant local residents have for collecting art with “Vero Collects: Hidden Treasures Revealed.” The exhibition brings together works that Senior Curator Anke Van Wagenberg selected from homes throughout Vero Beach. Shown at the museum for the first time, these pieces offer a window into the world of the passionate art collectors among us.

VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART

3001 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org

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ART AT THE EMERSON The Emerson Center’s art gallery features the work of local artists in six themed twomonth exhibitions per year.

ART AT THE EMERSON

The Emerson Center 1590 27th Ave. 772-778-5880 artattheemerson.com ARTISTS GUILD GALLERY Celebrating 30-plus years of sharing art with Vero Beach, this cooperative fine art gallery features the work of artist-owners Sue Dinenno, Barbara Glover, Chuck Haaland, Sherry Haaland, Judy Mercer, Dawn Mill, Patricia Padoll, Judy Rixom, Fran San Miguel and Rita Ziegler. In addition to paintings in various media, the gallery’s 12 rooms present works of sculpture, pottery, jewelry, ceramics and glass. Art classes, commissioned works and private showings are also offered.

ARTISTS GUILD GALLERY

1974 14th Ave. 772-299-1234 artistsguildgalleryofvero beach.com

ART WORKS Art Works is a fine art gallery and art school founded by educators Betsy Nelson and Mary Partow. The gallery features works by artists from various parts of the U.S., particularly the East Coast, representing a range of styles.

Classes for all ages and skill levels, as well as art parties, team-building events and children’s art clubs and camps are available.

ART WORKS

2036 14th Ave., Suite 106 Theatre Plaza 772-559-5230 artworksofvero.com BARBARA KRUPP FINE ART STUDIO/GALLERY The gallery and studio presents the work of international artist Barbara Krupp, whose several collections feature abstract paintings in acrylic. Visitors are welcome by appointment.

BARBARA KRUPP FINE ART STUDIO/GALLERY

4315 U.S. Hwy. 1 440-574-4662 barbarakrupp.com

ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER The ELC’s Lagoon Room and Tidal Room are dedicated spaces for the exhibition of nature-related art in the form of paintings, photography, sculpture and more.

ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER

255 Live Oak Drive 772-589-5050 discoverelc.org FINDLAY GALLERIES Findlay Galleries is celebrating 150 years in the art business.

Renowned globally for its distinguished roster of exciting contemporary and abstract artists, the gallery continues to specialize in 19th- and 20th-century impressionism, European modernism, l’Ecole de Rouen, l’Ecole de Paris and 20th-century American art.

Visit the galleries’ biweekly changing exhibitions on two spacious floors encompassing three centuries of art under one roof on Worth Avenue.

FINDLAY GALLERIES

165 Worth Ave., Palm Beach 561-655-2090 findlaygalleries.com THE GALLERIES AT FIRST PRES The campus of First Presbyterian Church is home to The Galleries at First Pres, a venue displaying the work of local artists in various media.

Installments are rotated on a quarterly basis, with three artists featured each season.

Indian River County artists are invited to apply to be part of the galleries’ ever-changing lineup.

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1911 14th Ave. 772-562-5525 gallery14verobeach.com THE GALLERY AT WINDSOR Founded in 2002, The Gallery at Windsor is an independent art space at the heart of the Windsor community. The gallery annually invites curators to respond to the space with museum-quality shows of contemporary art. The gallery has exhibited works by leading contemporary artists including Christo and Jeanne-Claude, Ed Ruscha, Bruce Weber, Peter Doig, Alex Katz, Per Kirkeby, Christopher Le Brun, Beatriz Milhazes, Gert and Uwe Tobias, Jasper Johns, Grayson Perry, Sir Michael Craig-Martin and Rose Wylie.

THE GALLERY AT WINDSOR

3125 Windsor Blvd.

772-388-4071 windsorflorida.com/the-gallery J.M. STRINGER GALLERY OF FINE ART The gallery offers worldwide collections of original paintings, objets d’art, sculptures and select antique furnishings.

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GALLERY 14 The gallery features a diverse array of works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, collage, sculpture, ceramic, jewelry, pastel and photography

by Gallery 14 owner-artists

THE LAUGHING DOG GALLERY The gallery features a sophisticated collection from more than 350 contemporary American craftsmen. The Treasure Coast’s largest collection of art glass, along with

First Presbyterian Church 520 Royal Palm Blvd.

772-562-9088 firstpresvero.org

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Edgardo Abello, Lila Blakeslee, Barbara du Pont, Mary Ann Hall, Barbara Landry, George Pillorgé, Deborah Morrell Polackwich and Dorothy Napp Schindel. Other artists include Walford Campbell, Joan Earnhart, Terry Green, Viola Pace Knudsen, Mia Lindberg, Francis Mesaros, Michael Robinson, Carol Staub and sales associate-artist Jo Zaza along with monthly rotation exhibits by guests.

3465 Ocean Drive 772-231-3900 jmstringergallery.com

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ceramics, sculpture, furniture and an extensive collection of fine art jewelry is represented in its friendly, 4,000-square-foot showroom. The collection is also viewable on the website.

THE LAUGHING DOG GALLERY

2910 Cardinal Drive 772-234-6711 thelaughingdoggallery.com

MAIN STREET VERO BEACH STUDIOS AND GALLERY The studios and gallery showcase the handcrafted jewelry of Clair Brunetti, the Haitian oil drum lid art of Bernadette Flanagan, and the beach-related creations of Carmen Correa: poured artwork, soaps, paintings, ornaments and more.

MAIN STREET VERO BEACH STUDIOS AND GALLERY

2036 14th Ave. 772-643-6782 mainstreetverobeach.org

MEGHAN CANDLER GALLERY The gallery has a beautifully curated collection of paintings by select local, national and international artists and represents more than 40 contemporary emerging and established artists working in abstract, impressionist and realistic styles. The gallery presents an uplifting, friendly and sophisticated environment that currently features new paintings from the studios of its New York, California, Atlanta and Cape Cod artists.

Works are also viewable on the website.

MEGHAN CANDLER GALLERY

6160 Hwy. A1A Village Shops 772-234-8811 meghancandlergallery.com

OCEAN DRIVE GALLERY This studio and gallery features contemporary abstracts by Elise Geary, acrylic animal paintings by Andrea Lazar and acrylic seascapes by Gail Fayerweather.

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3349 Ocean Drive,

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Suite 8, second floor Elevator located in alcove behind Lyra Home 772-579-7667 eliseartist.com PALM HOUSE STUDIO AND GALLERY The studio and gallery features original artwork by awardwinning artists Wendy Douglas, Dede Gilbert, Rick Kelly, Kathy Kemp, Madeline Long, Suzy Mellott, Lee Moore, Jack Staley, Emily Tremml and Janet Kipp Tribus. Their work includes landscapes, marine scenes, contemporary realism, portraiture, narrative imagery and original jewelry designs by Faith & Family. Commissions are welcomed. See the gallery’s website, Facebook and Twitter to view current available artwork, works in progress, teaching videos and biographies of the artists. Open by chance or appointment.

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3227 Ocean Drive, 2nd floor 772-231-6816 RAW SPACE A vibrant, innovative and alternative cultural venue located in the heart of downtown Vero Beach, Raw Space provides a platform that promotes a spectrum of artistic disciplines and events with a distinct focus on community engagement. Its program includes exhibits from local and international artists, workshops, lectures, black box theater, film screenings, music, dance and anything that promotes “out of the box’’ ideas.

colors, she explores many facets of the human experience.

THE ROWE GALLERY

46 Royal Palm Pointe 302-521-4175 therowegallery.com SEBASTIAN RIVER ART CLUB The club offers art, web design and photography classes, demonstrations, workshops and art shows inside the clubhouse and at Riverview Park. The club’s exhibit space features works in an array of media: pottery, sculpture, woodworking, jewelry, mixed media, photography and glass.

SEBASTIAN RIVER ART CLUB

1245 Main St., Sebastian 772-321-9333 sebastianriverartclub.com

VERO BEACH ART CLUB The Art Club is an independent, nonprofit organization serving 450 members and the art community through education, exhibitions, social events and monthly meetings with special programs and guest artists. In addition to its presence at the Vero Beach Museum of Art, the Art Club holds activities at its Annex, which also houses the Jeanette Beach Gallery, named in honor of the club’s founder.

VERO BEACH ART CLUB

3001 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-0303 Art Club Annex & Gallery 1903 14th Ave. 772-217-3345 verobeachartclub.org

VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART The museum is the largest accredited art facility on Florida’s Treasure Coast, presenting changing international exhibitions from lenders and its permanent collection of more than 950 objects of American and international art. It features sculpture parks, five galleries, docent tours, art classes, public programs from lectures to film studies, jazz concerts, an annual children’s art festival, Museum Stories and Studios, Museum Babies, an interactive children’s Art Zone and a museum store. Admission fees apply.

Admission is free on the last Saturday of each month.

VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART

3001 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org

THE VINER SERIES FOR THE VISUAL ARTS AT COMMUNITY CHURCH The Viner Series was established in 2020 to showcase the work of area artists, with a new artist featured every three months in the sanctuary narthex.

The series is named for Teryl Townsend Viner, who served Community Church as a deacon and as a member of the church’s board of music and fine arts.

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Community Church of Vero Beach 1901 23rd St. 772-469-2320 ccovb.org ❀

RAW SPACE

1795 Old Dixie Hwy. 305-213-9411 artconceptalternative.org THE ROWE GALLERY The Rowe Gallery features the work of artist Lori Rowe; it also serves as her studio.

Rowe is a self-taught artist who experiments with various methods of applying paint to canvas, such as brushwork, palette knife and finger painting.

Using bold strokes and vivid

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“A heart makes a good home for the friend.”

– YUNUS EMRE

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Fantastic February THE SEASON FLOWS ON WITH A FULL LINEUP OF EVENTS

AS EVENT PLANNERS CONTINUE TO MAKE SAFETY A PRIORITY, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU CALL AHEAD OR CHECK WEBSITES BEFORE FINALIZING YOUR PLANS.

FEBRUARY 1 Tuesday

BASKET DEMONSTRATION Trimmings welcomes back Andrea Molloy with a demonstration of how to make Nantucket baskets. Her creations will also be available for purchase. 11 a.m.–3 p.m.

TRIMMINGS HOME GARDEN & GIFTS

3201 Cardinal Drive 772-213-8069 shoptrimmingsvb.com

association with an exhibition of Arnold’s works. Feb. 1–28 MEGHAN CANDLER GALLERY

6160 Hwy. A1A Village Shops 772-234-8811 meghancandlergallery.com

FEBRUARY 3 Thursday

THE MUSIC OF STEELY DAN MusicWorks presents “Do It Again,” a tribute to the band Steely Dan. 7 p.m., $30–$85 MUSICWORKS

FEBRUARY 2 Wednesday

AQUACULTURE LECTURE Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute presents assistant research professor Sahar Mejri with “Ensuring a Steady Supply of Warm Water Marine Finfish Seed Stock to Support the Development of the U.S. Aquaculture Industry.”

7 p.m., free

at The Emerson Center 1590 27th Ave. 800-595-4849 musicworksconcerts.com

FEBRUARY 4 Friday

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3250 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-6990 riversidetheatre.com ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION Landscape painter Linda Arnold and Meghan Candler Gallery are celebrating their 20-year

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CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL CARE

1550 24th St. 772-567-1233 centerforspiritualcare.org

1911 14th Ave. 772-562-5525 gallery14verobeach.com THE WONDROUS WORLD OF JOHN WILLIAMS The Brevard Symphony Orchestra will join the Indian River Symphonic Association in celebrating the 90th birthday of acclaimed cinematic composer John Williams. 7:30 p.m., $65

at Community Church of Vero Beach 1901 23rd St. 772-778-1070 irsymphonic.org

5600 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Fort Pierce 772-242-2400 fau.edu/hboi REACH OUT A new support group for caregivers, Reach Out, is meeting weekly at the Center for Spiritual Care. Feb. 2– March 9, Wednesdays 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.

GALLERY 14

INDIAN RIVER SYMPHONIC ASSOCIATION

FAU HARBOR BRANCH OCEANOGRAPHIC INSTITUTE

A COMEDY OF TENORS Set in 1930s Paris, “A Comedy of Tenors” brings the work of prolific playwright Ken Ludwig to the stage of Riverside Theatre.

Feb. 1–20, times vary, $45–$95

ART RECEPTION Join Gallery 14 for a reception opening Derek Gores’ latest exhibition, “Tropicollage.”

5–8 p.m.

FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY STROLL Indulge your passion for art by participating in the First Friday Gallery Stroll. Take in a new and exciting variety of art, chat with the artists, and pop into a downtown restaurant or cafe.

5–8 p.m.

MAIN STREET VERO BEACH

Along 14th Avenue downtown 772-643-6782 mainstreetverobeach.org

TIM SANCHEZ RECEPTION The Center for Spiritual Care launches an exhibition of new paintings and mixed-media works by local contemporary artist Tim Sanchez. 5–7 p.m.

CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL CARE

1550 24th St. 772-567-1233 centerforspiritualcare.org

FEBRUARY 5 Saturday

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Ongoing Events Italian American tenor Sergio Franchi in this year’s “La Bella Italia” concert staged by Vero Beach Opera. 7 p.m., $15–$50 VERO BEACH OPERA

at VBHS Performing Arts Center 1707 16th St. 772-569-6993 verobeachopera.org GARDENFEST! The Vero Beach Garden Club is proud to organize its 20th annual Gardenfest! Feb. 5–6; Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; free VERO BEACH GARDEN CLUB

at Riverside Park 3280 Riverside Park Drive 772-567-4602 gardenclubofirc.org

FEBRUARY 6 Sunday

EVOCATIONS The second concert of the Chamber Series performed by the Atlantic Classical Orchestra at VBMA, “Evocations,” will feature works by Beach, Debussy and Brahms. 3 p.m.; series subscription: $90–$105, single performance $35–$50, $5 students VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART

3001 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-0707, ext. 136 vbmuseum.org

University Women will host a Book Review Breakfast at which Dr. Juliette Lomax-Homier will discuss the book “The Doctors Blackwell” by Janice Nimura.

9–11 a.m., free AAUW VERO BEACH

at Richardson Center IRSC Mueller Campus 6155 College Lane aauwverobeach.org PETER DIAMANDIS Riverside Theatre’s Distinguished Lecturer Series welcomes entrepreneur Peter Diamandis.

4 and 6 p.m.; $125 Stark Main Stage, $85 Waxlax Theatre simulcast RIVERSIDE THEATRE

3250 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-6990 riversidetheatre.com NIGHT OF HOPE The Source’s 17th annual Night of Hope will be an outdoor event themed “A Garden of Eden.” The event is by invitation only, so call Anthony Zorbaugh or Maureen Archer at The Source if you are interested in attending. 6–8 p.m.

THE SOURCE

at parking garage behind Park Place Building across from Humiston Park 3001 Ocean Drive 772-564-0202 iamthesource.org STARFEST Childcare Resources of Indian River’s 11th annual Starfest will feature guest speaker Amanda Morgan. Feb. 7–8; Monday 6 p.m., $350; Tuesday 11:15 a.m., $200

VERO BEACH ART CLUB ANNEX & GALLERY

at Quail Valley River Club 2345 Hwy. A1A 772-567-3202 childcareresourcesir.org

FEBRUARY 7 Monday

BOOK REVIEW BREAKFAST The Vero Beach Branch of the American Association of

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IDENTIFIABLE STYLES J.M. Stringer Gallery presents “Identifiable Styles,” an exhibition of the recent paintings of Leonard Mizerek and Kyle Stuckey.

CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY Art at the Emerson is holding its second annual “Celebrating Black History” exhibition.

Featured artists include Keila Small, Zoi Hunter and Henrimae Bell.

J.M. STRINGER GALLERY OF FINE ART

3465 Ocean Drive 772-231-3900 jmstringergallery.com

Through February 6 I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Riverside Theatre presents the long-running off-Broadway musical “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” on its Waxlax Stage. Times vary; $65 RIVERSIDE THEATRE

PAPER-MACHE WORKSHOP The Vero Beach Art Club presents a workshop in which artist Joyce Curvin will guide participants in creating fanciful mixed-media paper-mache birds. All materials are included.

Feb. 6–7; 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; $405 members, $425 nonmembers

1903 14th Ave. 772-217-3345 verobeachartclub.org

Through February 5

CHILDCARE RESOURCES OF INDIAN RIVER

CARIBBEAN CLASSIC Vero Beach Clay Shooting Sports will welcome participants from far and wide to spend a week shooting a total of 900 registered targets in the Caribbean Classic. Times vary

3250 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-6990 riversidetheatre.com

Through February 25 NOT SO STILL LIFE The Vero Beach Art Club invites you to the latest show at its annex, an exhibition titled “Not So Still Life.”

VERO BEACH ART CLUB

Annex & Gallery 1903 14th Ave. 772-217-3345 verobeachartclub.org

Through February 28 RONNIE LANDFIELD Findlay Galleries continues an exhibition showcasing the recent paintings of colorfield abstractionist Ronnie Landfield. If you are unable to visit the gallery in person, you can view the exhibition online.

FINDLAY GALLERIES

165 Worth Ave., Palm Beach 561-655-2090 findlaygalleries.com

ART AT THE EMERSON

The Emerson Center 1590 27th Ave. 772-778-5880 artattheemerson.com

Through March 31 WINTER EXHIBITION The Winter Exhibition at The Galleries at First Pres continues, featuring artists Anne Whitney, Cy Rochon and Pat Traver.

THE GALLERIES AT FIRST PRES

First Presbyterian Church 520 Royal Palm Blvd.

772-562-9088 firstpresvero.org

Through May 1 DINOSAURS AROUND THE WORLD: THE GREAT OUTDOORS This outdoor animatronic exhibit immerses visitors in the Age of Reptiles. Tuesday– Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday noon–5 p.m.; regular admission fees apply MCKEE BOTANICAL GARDEN

350 U.S. Hwy. 1 772-794-0601 mckeegarden.org

Through May 15 VERO COLLECTS Vero Beach Museum of Art celebrates the art collections of local residents with “Vero Collects: Hidden Treasures Revealed.”

VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART

3001 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org

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ARTIST RECEPTION M. Maison welcomes artist René Guerin, whose paintings will be featured Feb. 10–16. Sip Prosecco as you meet the artist and enjoy her work. 2–5 p.m.

for these all-day events.

Feb. 7–14, $55–$275 VERO BEACH CLAY SHOOTING SPORTS

5925 82nd Ave. 772-978-0935 verobeachclayshooting.com

FEBRUARY 8 Tuesday

FILM STUDIES 4 Vero Beach Museum of Art presents the five-week Film Studies course “Crossing the Pond: Exploring Cinema from the U.K.” Feb. 8–March 8, every Tuesday 1:30 or 7 p.m., $80 members/$96 nonmembers

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WELCOME BACK Barbara Krupp invites visitors and residents who are in town Feb. 9–10 to join her at her studio/gallery for Welcome Back Days.

BARBARA KRUPP FINE ART STUDIO/GALLERY

4315 U.S. Hwy. 1 440-574-4662 barbarakrupp.com

VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART

3001 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-0707, ext. 136 vbmuseum.org

FEBRUARY 9 Wednesday

SENIOR SAFETY DAY The Indian River County Parks and Recreation Department hosts “Live Well!”—a six-part speaker series for active adults.

This month’s installment is “Senior Safety Day.” Participants can attend in person or join in via Zoom. 2 p.m., free INDIAN RIVER COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

at Intergenerational Center 1590 9th St. SW (Oslo Road) 772-226-1780 ircgov.com

LOOKING DEEPLY FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute’s 50th anniversary lecture series presents “Looking Deeply—Cool Clips from the Johnson Sea Link Submersibles” with HBOI researchers Shirley Pomponi, Amy Wright, John Reed, Don Liberatore and Dennis Hanisak.

7 p.m., free VERO BEACH MAGAZINE FEBRUARY 2022

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5600 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Fort Pierce 772-242-2400 fau.edu/hboi

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I DO! I DO! The Vero Beach Theatre Guild presents the Broadway musical “I Do! I Do!” directed by Jon Putzke. Feb. 9–27; Tuesday– Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday 2 and 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m.; $35 VERO BEACH THEATRE GUILD

2020 San Juan Ave. 772-562-8300 verobeachtheatreguild.com

3403 Ocean Drive 772-231-4300 mmaisonvero.com FLOWER ARRANGING Trimmings will host a flower arranging workshop especially for Valentine’s Day. Reservations are required. The fee includes a container and all materials.

3 p.m., $75

Thursday

ASTRONAUT STEVE SWANSON Indian River State College Foundation’s Distinguished Lecture Series welcomes retired NASA astronaut Steve Swanson with a talk titled “A Journey from the Mountains of Colorado to Space.” 10 a.m.–noon, $35

SIP & SHOP J. McLaughlin will hold a sip & shop benefiting Childcare Resources. Noon–6 p.m.

J. MCLAUGHLIN

6210 Hwy. A1A Village Shops 772-231-4887 jmclaughlin.com

3465 Ocean Drive 772-231-3900 jmstringergallery.com

FEBRUARY 11 Friday

3201 Cardinal Drive 772-213-8069 shoptrimmingsvb.com

THE HIT MEN MusicWorks presents The Hit Men, five musicians who collectively have performed and recorded with some of the biggest names in rock music.

7 p.m., $35–$80 at The Emerson Center 1590 27th Ave. 800-595-4849 musicworksconcerts.com

SHY CREATION TRUNK SHOW Veranda invites you to peruse the latest fine jewelry from Shy Creation. Feb. 11–12 VERANDA

3325 Ocean Drive 772-234-3404 HEALING HEARTS The Exchange Club of the Treasure Coast will host its annual Healing Hearts Dinner Dance, full of Valentine’s treats: roses, wine, chocolate, music and a gourmet dinner. 6:30– 9:30 p.m., $135 EXCHANGE CLUB OF THE TREASURE COAST

IRSC FOUNDATION

at McAlpin Fine Arts Center, Massey Campus 3209 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce 772-462-7880 irscfoundation.org

J.M. STRINGER GALLERY OF FINE ART

TRIMMINGS HOME GARDEN & GIFTS

MUSICWORKS

FEBRUARY 10

ART RECEPTION J.M. Stringer Gallery is opening “Harmony in Contrast: the Recent Paintings of E.J. Paprocki & Claudia Seymour” with a series of receptions. Feb. 10–12; Thursday 4–8 p.m., Friday– Saturday 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

PALM BEACH SYMPHONY The Indian River Symphonic Association presents Gerard Schwarz and the Palm Beach Symphony, featuring pianist William Wolfram. 7:30 p.m., $85 INDIAN RIVER SYMPHONIC ASSOCIATION

at Community Church of Vero Beach 1901 23rd St. 772-778-1070 irsymphonic.org

at Pointe West Country Club 7500 14th Lane tcexchangeclub.org eventbrite.com THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF GEORGE MICHAEL Sunrise Theatre presents a tribute to late pop singer George Michael. 8 p.m., $42.50 and up SUNRISE THEATRE

117 S. 2nd St., Fort Pierce 772-461-4775 sunrisetheatre.com

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FEBRUARY 12 Saturday

MOTOR CAR EXHIBITION McKee Botanical Garden’s 12th annual Motor Car Exhibition will focus on European cars, particularly the Ferrari and other “Italian Exotics.” 10 a.m.–3 p.m., regular admission fees apply MCKEE BOTANICAL GARDEN

350 U.S. Hwy. 1 772-794-0601 mckeegarden.org

SIP & SHOP Join J. McLaughlin for a sip & shop benefiting Habitat for Humanity. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

J. MCLAUGHLIN

6210 Hwy. A1A Village Shops 772-231-4887 jmclaughlin.com

FILM CONCERT Doug LeClaire, founder and director of the New York City-based short film exhibition and touring show Asbury Shorts, will present a two-hour program featuring the best in short films of various genres. 1:30 and 7 p.m., $25 VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART

3001 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org

FEBRUARY 13 Sunday

ALZHEIMER & PARKINSON ASSOCIATION OF IRC

at First Presbyterian Church 520 Royal Palm Blvd.

772-563-0505 alzpark.org

FEBRUARY 16 Wednesday

CORAL REEF ECOSYSTEMS FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute offers the lecture “The Past, Present, and Future of Our Coral Reef Ecosystems,” presented by associate research professor Joshua Voss. 7 p.m., free FAU HARBOR BRANCH OCEANOGRAPHIC INSTITUTE

5600 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Fort Pierce 772-242-2400 fau.edu/hboi JACK WRIGHT Findlay Galleries presents an exhibition of works by 20th-century painter Jack Wright. Feb. 16–March 16 FINDLAY GALLERIES

165 Worth Ave., Palm Beach 561-655-2090 findlaygalleries.com

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ALZHEIMER/PARKINSON CONFERENCES The Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County will hold two days of

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LET IT BE MusicWorks presents Classic Albums Live performing the final Beatles studio album to be released: 1970’s “Let It Be.” 7 p.m., $30–$80 MUSICWORKS

at The Emerson Center 1590 27th Ave. 800-595-4849 musicworksconcerts.com LAGOON SYMPOSIUM The theme of this year’s Lagoon Symposium, a collaborative event, is “IRL Connectivity.”

FAU HARBOR BRANCH OCEANOGRAPHIC INSTITUTE

SING SING SING! IRSC’s Performing Arts program presents a celebration of classic big band, Broadway and popular music, performed by the college’s Company Singers, Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo.

Feb. 17–19; Thursday–Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 2 p.m.; $15

FEBRUARY 18 Friday SIP & SHOP J. McLaughlin invites you to a sip & shop benefiting Treasure Coast Food Bank. Noon–5 p.m.

J. MCLAUGHLIN

6210 Hwy. A1A Village Shops 772-231-4887 jmclaughlin.com

117 S. 2nd St., Fort Pierce 772-461-4775 sunrisetheatre.com THUNDER ON THE BEACH The Florida Indian Heritage Association invites everyone to the Thunder on the Beach powwow, including dancing, vendors and a variety of activities. Feb. 18–20, $5–$10 FIHA

at IRC Fairgrounds 7955 58th Ave. 772-519-7888 fiha.us

FEBRUARY 19 Saturday

5600 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Fort Pierce 772-242-2400 fau.edu

IRSC Massey Campus 3209 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce 772-462-4750 irsc.edu

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ART IN THE PARK The Vero Beach Art Club invites everyone to Art in the Park, a recurring Sunday fine art & craft show. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at Humiston Park 3000 Ocean Drive 772-231-0303 verobeachartclub.org

GIN BLOSSOMS Sunrise Theatre welcomes Arizona-based band the Gin Blossoms with a show named “New Miserable Experience” after their second album. 8 p.m., $38.50 and up

educational conferences: the Parkinson’s Conference and the Day of Hope Caregiver Conference. Feb. 14–15, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., $20 each

CHARITY POLO CUP It’s time once again for the biennial Windsor Charity Polo Cup! This year, the beneficiaries are two environmentally focused local nonprofits. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

WINDSOR CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

3125 Windsor Blvd.

772-388-8377 windsorcharitypolocup.com

SWIMMING INVITATIONAL Float Hope, a nonprofit that teaches children to swim, will hold its annual invitational event.

RETAIL VILLAGE J. McLaughlin will participate in the Retail Village at the Windsor Charity Polo Cup, with 15% of sales going to the event’s charities. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

FLOAT HOPE

J. MCLAUGHLIN

at North County Aquatic Center 9450 County Road 512, Sebastian 914-954-1882 floathopenow.org

at Windsor 3125 Windsor Blvd.

772-231-4887 jmclaughlin.com

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JAZZ TRIO The Treasure Coast Jazz Society welcomes the Ed Metz Jazz trio.

Lunch 11:30 a.m., $20; concert 12:30 p.m., $40–45 TREASURE COAST JAZZ SOCIETY

at Vero Beach Yacht Club 2601 Rio Vista Blvd.

772-234-4600 tcjazz.org

and Herbert Hoover. 3–5 p.m., $20–$40 AAUW VERO BEACH

at The Emerson Center 1590 27th Ave. 772-778-5249 aauwverobeach.org

FEBRUARY 21 Monday

FAU HARBOR BRANCH OCEANOGRAPHIC INSTITUTE

CRAFT BREW & WINGFEST Sunrise Rotary Vero Beach presents its 10th annual Florida Craft Brew & Wingfest. 11:30 a.m.–4 p.m.; free admission, $50 beer-tasting bracelet

5600 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Fort Pierce 772-242-2400 fau.edu/hboi

SUNRISE ROTARY VERO BEACH

at Royal Palm Pointe 772-494-6306 floridacraftbrewandwingfest.com CHEESEBURGER IN PARADISE The Mental Health Association in Indian River County’s annual MHA Rocks! fundraiser, will be themed “Cheeseburger in Paradise” and will feature all things Jimmy Buffett. 7–10:30 p.m., $90 and up MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION IN IRC

at Oak Harbor Clubhouse 4755 S. Harbor Drive 772-569-9788 mhairc.org

ABBA MANIA The original ABBA Mania from London’s West End will once again appear at the Sunrise Theatre. 8 p.m., $42 and up

GOLF TOURNAMENT The Senior Resource Association will hold its sixth annual Charity Pro-Am Golf Tournament.

SENIOR RESOURCE ASSOCIATION

at Riomar Country Club 2106 Club Drive 772-569-0760 seniorresourceassociation.org

CHINA EXPERT Riverside Theatre’s Distinguished Lecturer Series presents retired U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Robert Spalding, author of “Stealth War: How China Took Over While America’s Elite Slept.” 4 and 6 p.m.; $125 Stark Main Stage, $85 Waxlax Theatre simulcast RIVERSIDE THEATRE

3250 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-6990 riversidetheatre.com

SUNRISE THEATRE

117 S. 2nd St., Fort Pierce 772-461-4775 sunrisetheatre.com

FEBRUARY 20 Sunday

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FIRST LADIES & THEIR PRESIDENTS In honor of Presidents Day, the Vero Beach chapter of the American Association of University Women presents “First Ladies and Their Presidents,” starring Sue and William Wills in the roles of Abigail and John Adams and Lou

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FLORIDA’S GOLIATH GROUPER FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute continues its 50th anniversary lecture series with “The Return of Florida’s Great Goliath Grouper—New Opportunities and Challenges,” presented by assistant research professor Matt Ajemian. 7 p.m., free

FEBRUARY 23 Wednesday

FASHION MEETS ART Vero Beach Museum of Art’s Fashion Meets Art event, now in its fifth year, welcomes acclaimed fashion designer Christian Siriano. His presentation will be followed by a cocktail reception.

4–6 p.m., $150 VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART

3001 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org

CLASSICAL GRACE The Atlantic Classical Orchestra will perform “Masterworks II: Classical Grace,” including the overture to Saint-Georges’ “L’Amant Anonyme”; Mozart’s Symphony No. 29 and Haydn’s Symphony No. 104. 7:30 p.m., $30–$65 ATLANTIC CLASSICAL ORCHESTRA

at Community Church of Vero Beach 1901 23rd St. 772-460-0851 atlanticclassicalorchestra.com

FEBRUARY 24 Thursday

CLARA WILLIAMS TRUNK SHOW Veranda presents the latest versatile looks from jewelry designer Clara Williams.

Feb. 24–25 VERANDA

3325 Ocean Drive 772-234-3404 LIVINGSTON TAYLOR MusicWorks welcomes folk singers-songwriters-guitarists Livingston Taylor and Jonathan Edwards. 7 p.m., $35–$90 MUSICWORKS

at The Emerson Center 1590 27th Ave. 800-595-4849 musicworksconcerts.com

FEBRUARY 25 Friday

RHYTHM OF THE DANCE The National Dance Company of Ireland, known as Rhythm of the Dance, will grace the stage of the Sunrise Theatre. 8 p.m., $52 and up SUNRISE THEATRE

117 S. 2nd St., Fort Pierce 772-461-4775 sunrisetheatre.com SYMPHONIC DANCES Adam Schnell’s “Pastoral Symphony” joins a world premiere by Camilo A. Rodriguez for Ballet Vero Beach’s “Symphonic Dances.” Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday 2 and 7:30 p.m.; $10–$75 BALLET VERO BEACH

at VBHS Performing Arts Center 1707 16th St. 772-905-2651 balletverobeach.org SAINT EDWARD’S TRUNK SHOW Saint Edward’s School will hold its 30th annual Trunk Show shopping extravaganza, with more than 50 vendors on campus. Feb. 25–27 SAINT EDWARD’S SCHOOL

1895 Saint Edward’s Drive 772-231-5192 steds.org

FEBRUARY 26 Saturday

PATRIOTS FOR PUPPIES In support of its work training service dogs for veterans, Dogs for Life will hold its inaugural Patriots for Puppies event, a 1940s USO-themed dance and show. 6–9 p.m., $125 DOGS FOR LIFE

at Heritage Center 2140 14th Ave. 772-567-8969 dogsforlifevb.org WINE & DINE Hibiscus Children’s Center’s “Wine & Dine Around the World” will feature samplings of cuisine from several countries,

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HIBISCUS CHILDREN’S CENTER

at Grand Harbor Club 4985 Club Terrace 772-299-6011, ext. 313 hibiscuschildrenscenter.org

FEBRUARY 27 Sunday

ART IN THE PARK The Vero Beach Art Club invites everyone to Art in the Park, a recurring Sunday fine art & craft show. 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

VERO BEACH ART CLUB

at Humiston Park 3000 Ocean Drive 772-231-0303 verobeachartclub.org

SYMPHONIC DANCES Ballet Vero Beach is proud to present the Accessible/Family Friendly version of “Symphonic Dances.” 2 p.m., $10

Beach’s top chefs, cocktails and wines, live and silent auctions, and a secret box raffle. 6 p.m., $250 THE HOPE FOR FAMILIES CENTER

at Rock City Gardens 9080 U.S. Hwy. 1, Sebastian 772-567-5537, ext. 334 hopeforfamiliescenter.org

MARCH 2

Wednesday HARBOR BRANCH LECTURE In honor of FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute’s 50th anniversary, HBOI researchers Amy Wright and Shirley Pomponi present a lecture titled “Harbor Branch’s Biomedical Marine Research: Highlights, Past and Present.” 7 p.m., free FAU HARBOR BRANCH OCEANOGRAPHIC INSTITUTE

5600 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Fort Pierce 772-242-2400 fau.edu/hboi

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ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK Sunrise Theatre welcomes British pop singer Engelbert Humperdinck. 7 p.m., $58.50 and up

at VBHS Performing Arts Center 1707 16th St. 772-905-2651 balletverobeach.org

Monday

GUGGENHEIM LECTURE Karole P.B. Vail, director of the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice and Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation director for Italy, will participate in VBMA’s International Lecture Series with the topic “The Life and Legacy of Peggy Guggenheim.” 4:30 p.m.; Leonhardt Auditorium simulcast seating $80 member, $95 nonmember

Thursday

SUNRISE THEATRE

117 S. 2nd St., Fort Pierce 772-461-4775 sunrisetheatre.com

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SECRET GARDEN OF HOPE The Hope for Families Center celebrates its 30th anniversary with an event including dinner

by Michael’s on 7th and hors d’oeuvres from some of Vero

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INDIAN RIVER SYMPHONIC ASSOCIATION

at Community Church of Vero Beach 1901 23rd St. 772-778-1070 irsymphonic.org

MARCH 4 Friday

MASTERS OF ILLUSION Sunrise Theatre welcomes Masters of Illusion, seen by millions of viewers on The CW television network and now making a world tour. 8 p.m., $45.50 and up SUNRISE THEATRE

117 S. 2nd St., Fort Pierce 772-461-4775 sunrisetheatre.com

MARCH 5 Saturday

HOT CLUB OF SRQ The Treasure Coast Jazz Society welcomes Sarasota-based Hot Club of SRQ, which plays “gypsy jazz” influenced by the music of Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli. Lunch 11:30 a.m., $20; concert 12:30 p.m., $40–45 TREASURE COAST JAZZ SOCIETY

at Vero Beach Yacht Club 2601 Rio Vista Blvd.

772-234-4600 tcjazz.org

VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART

3001 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-0707, ext. 136 vbmuseum.org

ST. MARTIN IN THE FIELDS The Indian River Symphonic Association welcomes the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, directed by Joshua Bell, who also serves as violin soloist.

7:30 p.m., $100

BROKEN ARROW This tribute to Neil Young features lead vocalist Joe Mass.

7 p.m., $30–$70 MUSICWORKS

at The Emerson Center 1590 27th Ave. 800-595-4849 musicworksconcerts.com

CHICKS WITH HITS Sunrise Theatre welcomes Chicks with Hits, featuring country music stars Pam Tillis, Suzy Bogguss and Terri Clark.

8 p.m., $59.50 and up SUNRISE THEATRE

117 S. 2nd St., Fort Pierce 772-461-4775 sunrisetheatre.com

MARCH 6 Sunday

MASTER’S VOICE Vero Beach Museum of Art presents the third chamber concert of the season, featuring compositions from Mozart and Florence Price, performed by the Atlantic Classical Orchestra.

3 p.m.; $35 members/ACO subscribers, $50 nonmembers/ nonsubscribers, $5 students VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART

3001 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-0707, ext. 136 vbmuseum.org

REVOLUTIONARIES The Space Coast Symphony Orchestra presents “Revolutionaries,” featuring the works of Brahms, Marshall and Shostakovich. 3 p.m., prices vary SPACE COAST SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

at VBHS Performing Arts Center 1707 16th St. 855-252-7276 spacecoastsymphony.org NEW WORLD SYMPHONY Stéphane Denève will conduct the New World Symphony, featuring members of the St. Louis Symphony, in a performance of five selections.

7:30 p.m., $85 INDIAN RIVER SYMPHONIC ASSOCIATION

at Community Church of Vero Beach 1901 23rd St. 772-778-1070 irsymphonic.org

MARCH 7 Monday

BOOK BREAKFAST The Vero Beach chapter of the AAUW presents Lekesha Weems discussing “Woman Evolve” by Sarah Jakes Roberts. 9–11 a.m., free AAUW

at Richardson Center IRSC Mueller Campus 6155 College Lane aauwverobeach.org

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STORIES BY THE SEA Literacy Services of Indian River County is celebrating its 50th Anniversary with a cocktail reception and short storytelling festival. 5:30–7:30 p.m., $200 LITERACY SERVICES OF IRC

RANA FOROOHAR Riverside Theatre’s Distinguished Lecturer Series presents global economic analyst, columnist and author Rana Foroohar, who will discuss the intersection of business, economics, politics and foreign affairs. 4 and 6 p.m.; $125 Stark Main Stage, $85 Waxlax Theatre simulcast RIVERSIDE THEATRE

3250 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-6990 riversidetheatre.com

at Sea Oaks Beach & Tennis Club 8850 Sea Oaks Way 772-778-2223 literacyservicesirc.org

MARCH 9

Wednesday

LIVE WELL! The Indian River County Parks and Recreation Department will wrap up its “Live Well!” series with an informative discussion

covering local parks, open spaces and programs that can help residents over 55 stay active.

Participants can attend in person or join in via Zoom. 2 p.m., free IRC PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

at Intergenerational Center 1590 9th St. SW (Oslo Road) 772-226-1780 ircgov.com AN OCEAN TALE FAU Harbor Branch presents oceanographer and research professor Laurent Chérubin with the lecture “Zephyrus, Poseidon and Charybdis: An Ocean Tale.”

7 p.m., free FAU HARBOR BRANCH OCEANOGRAPHIC INSTITUTE

5600 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Fort Pierce 772-242-2400 fau.edu/hboi

MARCH 10 Thursday

SENIOR EXPO The AAUW’s Senior Expo will highlight services and educational resources for seniors in our area. 9 a.m.–1 p.m., free AAUW VERO BEACH

at Intergenerational Center 1590 9th St. SW (Oslo Road) aauwverobeach.org ANGELS DINNER The annual Angels Dinner is the signature fundraiser of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Indian River County. 6 p.m., $325 BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF IRC

1729 17th Ave. 772-299-7449 bgcirc.org ❀

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772-579-7667 eliseartist.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

772-234-1700 wilmingtontrust.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

772-234-0445 moultonlayne.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

ART GALLERIES & FINE ART ARTISTS GUILD GALLERY 772-299-1234 artistsguildgalleryofverobeach.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208

BARBARA KRUPP FINE ART STUDIO/GALLERY 440-574-4662 barbarakrupp.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

FINDLAY GALLERIES 561-655-2090 findlaygalleries.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

FLORIDA ART EXCHANGE 772-349-2632 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Floridaartexchange.com

GALLERY 14 772-562-5525 gallery14verobeach.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209

J.M. STRINGER GALLERY OF FINE ART 772-231-3900 jmstringergallery.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

BEAUTY, HAIR & SPA SERVICES SALON DEL MAR 772-234-1499 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

ATTORNEYS GOULD COOKSEY FENNELL 772-231-1100 gouldcooksey.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

ROSSWAY SWAN 772-231-4440 rosswayswan.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

BOATING & MARINE SERVICES DECKMASTERS LLC 772-559-8629 deckmastersmarine.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172

VERO MARINE CENTER 772-562-7922 veromarine.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

AUTOMOTIVE SALES & SERVICES LINUS CADILLAC BUICK GMC 772-562-1700 linuscadillac.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193

MOTOR CITY CLASSIC CARS 772-252-3590 motorcityclassiccars.com . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

AVIATION SERVICES CORPORATE AIR 772-562-1199 corporate-air.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

BRIDAL & GIFT REGISTRIES BELLE COSE 772-231-1554 bellecose.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 31

LEIGH JEWELERS 772-234-8522 leighjewelers.com . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 33, 76, 183

LOGGIA ON THE BEACH 772-231-2901 loggiahomeandgarden.com . . . . . . . . . . 44

M. MAISON

772-234-6711 thelaughingdoggallery.com . . . . . . . . . . . 12

BANKING, INVESTMENTS & FINANCIAL PLANNING

772-231-4300 mmaisonvero.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

MEGHAN CANDLER GALLERY

THE KANNER GROUP LLC AT RAYMOND JAMES

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772-234-8811 meghancandlergallery.com . . . . . . . . . . 185

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772-234-3404 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

772-205-2141 kannergroup.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

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CATERING & GOURMET MARKETS

HBS GLASS

ALIMENTARI GOURMET MARKET

772-567-7461 hbsglass.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

772-999-5483 alimentarigm.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

ELIZABETH D. KENNEDY & COMPANY INC. 772-563-0646 elizabethkennedycatering.com . . . . . . . 215

COMPUTERS & AUDIOVISUAL CONSULTING

HURYN CONSTRUCTION 772-234-4130 hurynconstruction.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

RCL DEVELOPMENT 772-234-0140 rcldev.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

REILLY CONSTRUCTION

COUNTY SERVICES INDIAN RIVER COUNTY SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL DISTRICT 772-226-3212 ircrecycles.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

FASHION & ACCESSORIES BELLE COSE 772-231-1554 bellecose.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 31

772-794-9799 building2last.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

COOPER & CO.

AUTOBAHN COMMUNICATIONS INC. 772-234-1555 autobahnco.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

VERO BEACH ROOFING INC.

DEEP SIX DIVE & WATERSPORTS

CONSTRUCTION & BUILDING SERVICES CROOM CONSTRUCTION COMPANY 772-562-7474 croomconstruction.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

DECKMASTERS LLC 772-559-8629 deckmastersmarine.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172

DESIGNER’S TOUCH FLOORING 772-978-9111 designerstouchflooring.com . . . . . . . . . . 43

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772-770-3782 verobeachroofing.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

772-562-2883, 772-288-3999 deepsix.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

VERO GLASS

G.T. RHODES MENSWEAR

772-567-3123 veroglass.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

772-231-6424 gtrhodes.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

VERO MILLWORK INC.

KEMP’S SHOE SALON AND BOUTIQUE

772-569-7155 veromillwork.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

772-231-2771 kempsshoesalon.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

WESTMARK CONSTRUCTION

LOGGIA ON THE BEACH

772-234-2978 westmarkconstructioncompany.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

772-231-2901 loggiahomeandgarden.com . . . . . . . . . . 44

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FANTASTIC FINDS

HAZEL HOUSE

772-231-4300 mmaisonvero.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

772-794-7574 fantastic-finds.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

772-213-3024 hazelhousevero.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

MARKET

HAZEL HOUSE

THE LAUGHING DOG GALLERY

marketverobeach.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

772-213-3024 hazelhousevero.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

772-234-6711 thelaughingdoggallery.com . . . . . . . . . . . 12

ISLAND INTERIORS AT OCEAN REEF

LOGGIA ON THE BEACH

772-770-6007 islandinteriors.net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

772-231-2901 loggiahomeandgarden.com . . . . . . . . . . 44

772-234-3998 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

THE LAUGHING DOG GALLERY

M. MAISON

VERNON SCOTT MENSWEAR

772-234-6711 thelaughingdoggallery.com . . . . . . . . . . . 12

772-231-4300 mmaisonvero.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

772-231-3733 vernonscott32963.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

LED CAPSTONE

MARKET

VILLAGE SHOPS

772-205-2529 ledcapstone.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

marketverobeach.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

772-231-1066 villageshopsverobeach.com . . . . . . . . . . . 85

LOGGIA ON THE BEACH

772-231-0085 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

PREPPY PALMS 772-492-3770 shoppreppypalms.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

SASSY BOUTIQUE

772-231-2901 loggiahomeandgarden.com . . . . . . . . . . 44

TRIMMINGS HOME GARDEN & GIFTS

LYRA HOME

772-213-8069 shoptrimmingsvb.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

772-978-9111 designerstouchflooring.com . . . . . . . . . . 43

772-257-4777 lyrahome.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

VERANDA

FLORIDA FLOOR FASHIONS

M. MAISON

FLOORING DESIGNER’S TOUCH FLOORING

772-589-4994 floridafloorfashions.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

772-231-4300 mmaisonvero.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

TILE MARKET & DESIGN CENTER OF VERO BEACH

MARKET

772-978-1212 tilemarketverobeach.com . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

FURNITURE & ACCESSORIES BAER’S FURNITURE 321-872-2377 baers.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3

COASTAL COMFORTS 772-226-7808 coastal-comforts.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

CONSIGNMENT GALLERY 772-778-8919 consignmentgalleryverobeach.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215

DECOR ENVY 772-492-6518 shopdecorenvy.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208

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VILLAGE SHOPS 772-231-1066 villageshopsverobeach.com . . . . . . . . . . . 85

marketverobeach.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

HOME PRODUCTS & SERVICES

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ABCO GARAGE DOOR COMPANY

772-492-9220 page2design.net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

ROTH INTERIORS 772-567-1210 rothinteriorswindowfashions.net . . . . . . 173

SUNSHINE FURNITURE 772-569-0460 sunshinefurniturecasual.com . . . . . . . . . . 17

TRIMMINGS HOME GARDEN & GIFTS 772-213-8069 shoptrimmingsvb.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

VB HOME 772-492-9348 vbhome.us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

VINTAGE VERO

772-567-9098 abcogaragedoors.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173

BARKER AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING 772-562-2103 barkerac.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173

BINAFIF ALUMINUM 772-999-2918 binafifaluminum.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

DAN’S FAN CITY 772-569-8917 dansfancity.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172

DECKMASTERS LLC 772-559-8629 deckmastersmarine.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172

772-501-2369 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

EUROPEAN KITCHEN & BATH

772-770-9970 europeansink.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

GIFTS, STATIONERY & KEEPSAKES

772-770-9970 europeansink.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

FALASIRI ORIENTAL RUGS

COASTAL COMFORTS

FLORIDA SHUTTERS

772-226-7808 coastal-comforts.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

772-569-2200 floridashuttersinc.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

EUROPEAN KITCHEN & BATH VERO BEACH MAGAZINE

NOTEWORTHY BY DESIGN

772-562-0150 falasiriorientalrugs.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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HBS GLASS

HAZEL HOUSE

LOGGIA ON THE BEACH

772-567-7461 hbsglass.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

772-213-3024 hazelhousevero.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

772-231-2901 loggiahomeandgarden.com . . . . . . . . . . 44

THE HOUSE OF LIGHTS & HOME ACCENTS

ISLAND INTERIORS AT OCEAN REEF

M. MAISON

772-770-6007 islandinteriors.net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

772-231-4300 mmaisonvero.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

JENNIFER ELMORE INTERIOR DESIGN

OCEAN DRIVE JEWELERS

772-569-5522 elmoreinteriors.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

772-234-1225 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

LEAH MULLER INTERIORS

772-234-3404 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

800-541-3048 thehouseoflights.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

LED CAPSTONE 772-205-2529 ledcapstone.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

MEEKS PLUMBING 772-569-2285 meeksplumbing.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

NEW ENGLAND GRANITE & MARBLE 772-217-2721 newenglandgranite.net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

ORC SERVICES INC.

772-234-6411 leahmullerinteriors.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

LYRA HOME 772-257-4777 lyrahome.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

MARKET marketverobeach.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

772-589-8026 orc-services.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

MELANIE BOCK STUDIOS

R.E.B. ENTERPRISES LLC

772-713-9137 melaniebockstudios.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

772-633-0339 pavertech.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172

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SNOW CUSTOM CABINETRY

772-492-9220 page2design.net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

772-794-4430 snowcabinetry.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

ROTH INTERIORS

VERO BEACH ROOFING INC.

772-567-1210 rothinteriorswindowfashions.net . . . . . . 173

772-770-3782 verobeachroofing.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

SPECTRUM INTERIOR DESIGN

VERO GLASS

772-234-4427 spectrumvero.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

772-567-3123 veroglass.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

VERO MILLWORK INC. 772-569-7155 veromillwork.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES

TILE MARKET & DESIGN CENTER OF VERO BEACH 772-978-1212 tilemarketverobeach.com . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

VB HOME 772-492-9348 vbhome.us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

BAER’S FURNITURE 321-872-2377 baers.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3

JEWELRY

COASTAL COMFORTS

772-217-8985 6thavenuejewelers.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

772-226-7808 coastal-comforts.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

COASTAL INTERIORS 772-492-6881 coastal.net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

DECOR ENVY 772-492-6518 shopdecorenvy.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208

6TH AVENUE JEWELERS

LANDSCAPING & NURSERIES ROCK CITY GARDENS 772-589-5835 rockcitygardens.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

MEDICAL SERVICES: DENTISTRY DELLA PORTA COSMETIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE DENTISTRY 772-567-1025 drdellaporta.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

VERO ELITE DENTISTRY 772-617-2869 veroelitedentistry.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

MEDICAL SERVICES: DERMATOLOGY ICONIC DERMATOLOGY AND COSMETIC SURGERY 772-758-1310 iconicderm.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124, 125

SELECT SKIN MD 772-567-1164 selectskinmd.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

MEDICAL SERVICES: EYE CARE NEW VISION EYE CENTER 772-257-8700 newvisioneyecenter.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

MEDICAL SERVICES: HOSPITALS CLEVELAND CLINIC INDIAN RIVER HOSPITAL

BELLE COSE

772-567-4311 ccirh.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

772-231-1554 bellecose.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 31

MEDICAL SERVICES: SURGERY

THE LAUGHING DOG GALLERY

OCEAN DRIVE PLASTIC SURGERY

772-234-6711 thelaughingdoggallery.com . . . . . . . . . . . 12

772-234-3700 oceandriveplasticsurgery.com . . . . . . . . 51

LEIGH JEWELERS 772-234-8522 leighjewelers.com . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 33, 76, 183

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ROSATO PLASTIC SURGERY CENTER 772-562-5859 rosatoplasticsurgery.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

MEDICAL SERVICES: WHOLE HEALTH CARE WHOLE FAMILY HEALTH CENTER 877-345-9342 wholefamilyhealthcenter.org . . . . . . . . . . 97

MOVING, STORAGE & SHIPPING COASTAL VAN LINES 772-569-6683 coastalvanlines.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

PAK MAIL BEACHSIDE 772-231-0021 pakmailbeachside.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217

WHITE GLOVE MOVING, STORAGE & DELIVERY

772-231-0900 johnsislandrealestate.com . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11

800-595-4849 musicworksconcerts.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

SUNRISE THEATRE 772-461-4775 sunrisetheatre.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

VERO BEACH OPERA 772-569-6993 verobeachopera.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

COREY’S PHARMACY 772-231-6931 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

REAL ESTATE ALEX MACWILLIAM REAL ESTATE

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA REALTY

772-794-0701 irlt.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

MCKEE BOTANICAL GARDEN 772-794-0601 mckeegarden.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

TREASURE COAST FOOD BANK 772-489-3034 stophunger.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

772-231-1270 bhhsfloridarealty.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside front cover

CARDINAL OCEAN DEVELOPMENT LLC CATHY CURLEY AT DALE SORENSEN REAL ESTATE

772-633-1472 verobeachislandrealtor.com . . . . . . . . . . 50

TARA LAYNE AT ONE SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 772-321-4303 taralayne.onesothebysrealty.com . . . . . 23

WINDSOR 772-388-8400 windsorflorida.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

RESTAURANTS VERO PRIME

772-234-8500 charlotteterry.com . . . . . . . . 24, back cover

M&M LIFE COACHING

VERO BEACH ART CLUB

FREDI ASH

203-517-8556

772-231-0303 verobeachartclub.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117, 123

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VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART

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SHERRY BROWN AT ONE SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

SELF-HELP

STUART TILT

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772-388-3888 orchidislandfl.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

CHARLOTTE TERRY GROUP OF ALEX MACWILLIAM REAL ESTATE

781-910-5602

WHOLE FAMILY HEALTH CENTER

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772-226-7870 veroprime.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209

CHRISTINE BARRY

772-569-6993 verobeachopera.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

ONE SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

772-559-1359 cathycurleyrealestate.com . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

772-567-8900 unitedwayirc.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

VERO BEACH OPERA

772-231-5131 themoorings.com . . . . . inside back cover

772-321-9590 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

UNITED WAY FOUNDATION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY

772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

THE MOORINGS REALTY SALES CO.

ORCHID ISLAND PHARMACY

NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

INDIAN RIVER LAND TRUST

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MUSICWORKS

772-231-6509 alexmacwilliam.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

772-567-4602 gardenclubofirc.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

FEBRUARY 2022

JOHN’S ISLAND REAL ESTATE COMPANY

772-778-4750 whitegloveusa.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

GARDEN CLUB OF IRC

VERO BEACH MAGAZINE

PERFORMANCE ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT & MEDIA

AT ONE SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY CHRISTINE R. MCLAUGHLIN AT SHAMROCK REAL ESTATE 772-538-0683 propertyinvero.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

DALEY AND COMPANY REAL ESTATE 772-231-9938 daleyandcompany.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

mmontgomery425@gmail.com . . . . . . . 121

SHUTTERS & AWNINGS FLORIDA SHUTTERS INC. 772-569-2200 floridashuttersinc.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

PALM COAST SHUTTERS & ALUMINUM PRODUCTS 772-299-1955 pcshuttersusa.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

ROTH INTERIORS 772-567-1210 rothinteriorswindowfashions.net . . . . . . 173

SUNSHINE FURNITURE 772-569-0460 sunshinefurniturecasual.com . . . . . . . . . . 17

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY

SPORTS & FITNESS

MACATA STONE

WINE & SPIRITS

LIFT VERO

772-778-3210 macatastone.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

ALIMENTARI GOURMET MARKET

772-778-7867 liftvero.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

VERO BEACH CLAY SHOOTING SPORTS 772-978-0935 verobeachclayshooting.com . . . . . . . . . 121

NEW ENGLAND GRANITE & MARBLE

772-999-5483 alimentarigm.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

772-217-2721 newenglandgranite.net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

MARKET marketverobeach.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 ❀

TILE MARKET & DESIGN CENTER OF VERO BEACH 772-978-1212 tilemarketverobeach.com . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

TILE & STONE CERAMIC MATRIX 772-778-7784 ceramicmatrix.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Contributing Advertising Agencies THE AD AGENCY

NICOLACE MARKETING

E. Fred Augenstein 772-538-3923, augy@comcast.net Ad design and production, all media, full service

Maureen Nicolace 772-299-4889, maureen@nicolacemarketing.com Public relations, marketing plans, media placement, graphic design, marketing and staff development

ADAMS MEDIA GROUP Carrie Adams 772-492-6570, adamsmediagroup.com Marketing, public relations and website design

THE ALEXIS AGENCY Ginger Atwood 772-231-5999, thealexisagency.net International, award-winning integrated advertising and public relations programs

SQUARED STUDIOS Amanda Robinson 772-713-6884, squared-studios.com Marketing, advertising and graphic design from concept through production

VERO MARKETING Lindsay Candler 772-473-0654, veromarketing.com Creative graphic design, print marketing and website design

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1. Flipped the horse painting 2. Removed vertical line from shorts 3. Removed middle stripes from surfboard cover

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4. Changed the bin from green to blue 5. Removed a leg from the chair on the left 6. Removed the words from shirt 7. Added a blue water bottle on the table 8. Added a painting on the wall 9. Removed panel from the door 10. Added a third support bar to the easel in the back

KELLY ROGERS

Dr. Johnson Hagood paints in the garage of his Vero Beach home. Read about him and his work on page 150.

BY HEATHER BOTTO

TEN THINGS ARE DIFFERENT IN THESE PHOTOGRAPHS – CAN YOU FIND THEM ALL?

Test your powers of perception DOUBLE TAKE

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Two of Vero Beach’s most trusted names in real estate

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