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TREASURE COAST — It doesn’t have a home yet, but the American Legion Aaron Vaughn Post 399 is in Palm City. Commander Frank Maitland said the post draws veterans from Tradition, St. Lucie West, and other parts of Martin and St. Lucie counties. “I used to be in (American Legion) Post 62, the Stuart post,” Maitland said. “They moved to
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Mitch Kloorfain/chief photographer The Yale University rowing team converged on Palm City to train with the Palm City Rowing Club last week. Even with our ‘cold snap’ of 40 degrees for a few hours was better than the weather in Connecticut this past week..
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Late last year the United States Tennis Association announced that the club would again host a women’s $25,000 pro-circuit tourney. Events will span from Jan. 12 to 19. The club already had a qualifying tournament many local hopefuls played a couple weeks back. “We had 32 players in that one,” Owen said.
Among them were Korina Neveux, Palm City. Korina said she didn’t fare well against some strong local competitors. “Actually, I just got back from injuries, so it was hard for me to get back,” she said. She’s heading to Mexico soon for more tournament play. Korina has played some pro tournaments, but because she’s not
taken winnings is considered amateur. She plans to watch the Challenger and meet some tennis pals. “I have a lot of friends who are pro,” Korina said. “I’ll go there and watch them play and support them.” Mari Osaka took top spot in the
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PALM CITY — Susan Dennett, the new academic dean at Northwood University in West Palm Beach, has worked in human resources in her native England and in the United States. She and her husband, Lans, tennis pro at Sailfish Point, live in Palm City, although the two dated long-distance for several years before Susan came to the United States 17 years ago. Both Lans and Susan Dennett are certified tennis pros, but Susan Dennett’s focus has been on her business career. She has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Oakland University in Michigan, a master’s in human resources development/adult education from Florida State, and has just defended her doctoral dissertation on educational leadership at Florida Atlantic University. Her professional experience includes stints at Lionel Trains and QVC. She also ran a successful business providing imported goods from England for corporate
gift baskets. In 2009, Dennett joined Northwood as an adjunct professor of human resource management. Her recent promotion to dean puts her exactly where she wants to be. “I’m in my dream job,” she said. “All my experience has led me to this job. The students are a breath of fresh air and high-energy.” Northwood University’s focus is business and its student body reflects the world. “One-third of our students are international,” Dennett said. “I feel I’m in a global community. I love that. We have students from England, China, Sweden, Germany and the Philippines. We share stories. It’s wonderful for our American students, too. We’re small and we really get to know our students. The students are friendly and we know all the faculty by name. I feel safe. It’s a lovely feeling.” Dennett said that Northwood’s emphasis is on the practical as well as the theoretical. Graduates often start their own businesses or go to work in management positions. “You can learn theory,” she
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MARTIN COUNTY — The home market is bouncing back, and there’s no more certain sign of that than strong flooring sales. “I’ve already done more this January than all of last January,” Bob Cummings, co-owner of Flooring USA, said. Bob and Debra Cummings started the Stuart store back in 1992. Cummings said that home sales aren’t the only reason his are up. “It’s home sales first and foremost,” Cummings said. “That’s come back in a big way. People are changing houses, and changing flooring.” However, “A lot of people have been waiting (to invest in their homes) four or five years,” he said. “They like their homes and they’re saying, ‘We’re going to put some new flooring in.’ With home sales coming back up, home prices are coming back up. They’re not afraid to put money into their houses.”
Indeed, 2013 saw the first increase in Martin County’s real estate values in several years, Martin County property appraiser Laurel Kelly reported last July. “This is the first year we’ve seen an increase since 2007,” she said in a 2013 interview. Last summer Kelly’s office released the property-value report taxing authorities, such as the Martin County School Board, use to set ad valorem tax rates and forge budgets for fiscal year 20132014. The year before she reported that Martin’s taxable value was about $16.9 billion. Last year she reported that it’s $17.1 billion. A slight increase — about .88 percent — but an increase that’s showing in the markets. “Business is very good,” Cummings said. “We felt the meltdown, our most recent economic downturn.” He later added, “We’re experiencing a good return to business. I have a very positive outlook we’re going to have a great year.” Additionally, he said increasing consumer curiosity and savvy
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Sharon Fichman of Canada earned her first title of 2013 with a victory in the singles division in the Tesoro Challenger at Tesoro last January. Fichman lost only one set during the match on her way to the title. This year’s event runs Jan. 12-19 at Tesoro.
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Nicole Melichar of Stuart sends a backhand return during the doubles semifinal match of the Tesoro Challenger in Tesoro last year. The debut tournament is a warm-up for other professional matches later in the year. The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast will be the chosen beneficiary organization of the event. Match play runs from Jan 12-19 in Tesoro.
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sure Coast, Owen said. It got a big economic boost from the competition, along with a good bite of international tennis. “Last year, the (Tesoro) winner went all the way to the U.S. Open,” Owen said. “Now (locals) have ties to these players. We like to think that the road to the U.S. Open starts at Tesoro.” Owen said the Challenger drew folks from all over Florida. “It definitely made a big impact in the area,” he said. “People had to stay in the hotels, so a lot of room nights. They had to get cars, and eat, and go shopping. Every vendor in the community benefited from this event.” The Challenger also benefits area animals. Some proceeds will go to the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast. “Last year we did around $9,000, $10,000 for them,” Owen said. He added, “We have dogs on-site during the tournament you can adopt. I’m a big animal lover.” Locals tennis aficionados will take the court for their own exciting tourney action Feb. 22 to 23. That’ll be the annual Sinkula Wealth Management Aces for Independence. “Local amateurs can play on this, all levels,” Owen said. That tourney will benefit the Foundation Fighting Blindness. For more about the tourneys, visit tesorochallenger.com and racquetclubtesoro.com. The club is at 199 S.E. Via Tesoro Blvd, Port St. Lucie.
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POST from page 1 south Stuart. (Joe Anderson, Palm City) who was in 62 said, ‘You know a lot of guys don’t want to go all the way to south Stuart.” In 2010, Post 62 moved from meeting at the Stuart Veterans of Foreign Wars’ facility, 2464 S.E. Veterans Ave. It headed to new digs at 6412 S.E. Federal Highway. The separation is five miles, but those are urbanized miles with traffic, lights and inconvenience for many from Palm City and other parts. Post 399 is meeting at the Stuart Veterans of Foreign Wars now. The meetings are on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. “When 399 got going, I stepped into commander off the bat,” Maitland said. Maitland said the post has about 35 members. “We’re looking at 300, 400,” he said. “There’re a lot of vets in Palm City.” In addition to leading 399, Maitland is commander of the legion’s District 11, which includes 22 posts in Okeechobee, Martin and Palm Beach counties. He’s also the vice chairman of Veterans Council of Martin County. His wife, Jo Ann, is president of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 399, among many other credits in the local veterans’ community. The two are a bit of a veterans power couple. Maitland said the post 399’s small size gives aspiring veterans leaders an unusual opportunity to develop and test their mettle. He said the post is regularly discussing growth ideas and looking for go-getters who’ll lead the way. Maitland said the post is particularly interested in having a younger-than-average median age than most. “That’s what we’re looking for,” he said. “We’re trying to get the kids that are coming back from
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domestic abuse takes many forms, ranging from economic, verbal and emotional to physical. What all domestic abuse has in common is control. “It is a pattern of controlling behaviors — violence or threats of violence — that one person uses to establish power over an intimate partner in order to control that partner’s actions and activities,” reads the coalition’s website, fcadv.org. The Stuart club will have its next fundraiser next month. That’s the Harbour Bay Fashion Show, “All That Jazz.” That’ll be on Feb. 8, starting at 11 a.m., and will feature drinks and a fashion show. It’ll be at Harbour Bay Plaza, 3766 S.E. Ocean Blvd, Sewall’s Point. That’s $12. Then — “Sip n Shop will be March 21,” Banasiak said. “It’s going to be at (St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Stuart). It’s a combination of enjoying cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while shopping.” The church is at 623 S.E. Ocean Blvd. Sip n Shop will be from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Advance tickets are $30. At the door they’ll be $35. To find out more about the club, visit womansclubofstuart.com.
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COUPLE from page 19 is commander of that post. Jo Ann’s from a military family, the Churchills, so she always felt a deep connection with the armed forces. Her father was a major who served in the 4th Armored Division in World War II. Her brothers, Thomas and Richard, served in the Navy and Army, respectively. Richard also did some time in the Marine Corps Reserves. Indeed, family and the military runs so deep in their veins, Frank and Jo Ann married on Nov. 10th, 2001, just so it would be on the USMC’s founding anniversary. They did this to honor Richard’s service. Jo Ann might have never worn a uniform, but she learned much about the power of camaraderie. “I don’t accomplish anything alone,” she said in a post-interview email. “It takes the wonderful group of women I work with to complete the goals and missions of both the American Legion Auxiliary, and American Gold Star Mothers.” Frank was in the Navy from 1968 to 1972. He went on to be a fireman in Massachusetts from ‘77 to 2000. His union met at an American Legion. As a show of solidarity and gratitude, he
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SHELTER from page 24 community,” said Gina Thompson, executive director of Mary’s Shelter. “Since opening, Mary’s Shelter of the Treasure Coast has been able to help more than 80 women regain their strength, independence and bring healthy babies into the world.” After a full round of golf, event attendees enjoyed a delicious dinner and bid on a variety of golf packages during the live auction. However, the highlight of the evening was when former Mary’s Shelter resident, Maegan Stone, took the podium with her son in her arms to express her gratitude to Mary’s Shelter. “I appreciate everything Mary’s Shelter has done for me over the years,” said Stone. “Without the help I received through Mary’s Shelter I wouldn’t have been able to turn my life around and provide a better life for my son.” All expectant mothers who are 18 or older are welcome at Mary’s Shelter regardless of race, religion or nationality. In addition to pro-
Coast Chapter. Meetings are at the AMVETS Post 92, 2230 N.E. Dixie Highway, Jensen Beach. They’re on the third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. The American Legion 399 is meeting at the Stuart Veterans of Foreign Wars, 2464 S.E. Veterans Ave. The meetings are on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. It doesn’t have a web site or Facebook page yet. “If you’re a veteran with an honorable discharge, come on in,” Frank said. “We want to talk to you.” viding housing, the organization offers counseling, parental education, goal setting skills and job training free of charge to women in need. For more information on Mary’s Shelter of the Treasure Coast visit www.maryssheltertc.org or call (772) 223-5000. Mary’s Shelter of the Treasure Coast is a transitional home centrally located in Stuart, Florida that provides residential and non-residential services for pregnant women and women and their newborns who are in need of a supportive environment because of a lack of suitable housing or favorable family relationships. While caring for women in need, Mary’s Shelter prepares mothers with newborns for independent living and a vision of hope for the future through empowerment, education and training. To connect with Mary’s Shelter, visit www.facebook.com/maryssheltertc. For more information, call (772) 223-5000 or visit www. maryssheltertc.org.
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Source: choruspromusica.org Chorus pro Musica with the New England Philharmonic and the Providence Singers, performing Benjamin Britten’s War Requiem, March 14, 2012 in Boston’s Cathedral of the Holy Cross. 3 p.m. Johnson is a Sarasota-based classical guitarist who has performed in venues throughout the United States. To learn about entertainment of
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STUART — The Martin County Library System has some programs scheduled for January and the rest of the season that promise high-quality entertainment and information at no charge. It doesn’t get better than that. On Jan. 11 at 3 p.m., the Barefoot Movement will perform at the Robert Morgade Library in Stuart as part of the Journey Stories Concert Series. No tickets or reservations are required. The Barefoot Movement is an Americana/folk quartet from Tennessee. They perform original and traditional old-time string music. The group’s unusual name comes from singer and fiddler Noah Wall’s penchant for removing her shoes during shows to evoke a down-home feeling. The group consists of Wall, guitarist Alex Conerly, mandolinist Tommy Norris and bass player Hasee Ciaccio Most of the lyric are written by Wall. The group’s debut album, “Footwork,” was released in 2011 and they have a new album this year. They have performed or opened for artists including Ricky Skaggs, Peter Rowan, Jim Lauderdale and Dale Ann Bradley. Also on Jan. 11, the Treasure Coast Classical Guitar Society presents a concert with Zachary Johnson at the Blake Library at
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She will use humor, anecdotes about opera stars and DVD excerpts with English translations to introduce listeners to three classic operas: Verdi’s “Macbeth” Jan. 14; Rossini’s “The Barber of Seville” Feb. 11 and Offenbach’s “The Tales of Hoffman” March 4. Sagan has been giving lecture on opera for 16 years, and as a member of Chorus pro Musica, has appeared in staged and concert operas. This is her fourth year presenting this series at the Blake Library. The 2014 Elisabeth Lahti series is already underway at the Cummings Library in Palm City, but the next concert in the series features one of our own, Terry Barber, and some of his friends Feb. 1. The Rowdy Micks bring their Irish zest March 1 and Paraguayan harpist Marcos Vega, with guitarist Clark Howser, appears April 12. Free tickets are
www.YourVoiceWeekly.com grade school to high school find and use library resources needed to do homework assignments ranging from math pages to science-fair experiments and term papers. Homework Helpers have even helped some fill out college applications. The library is at 2551 Matheson Ave., Palm City. The phone is (772) 221-1403. Your Florida Yard: Plant Propagation, presented by the University of Florida Extension Office. The lecture will be 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Peter & Julie Cummings Library 2551 S.W. Matheson Ave., Palm City. The library’s number is (772) 288-2551.
Thursday, Jan. 16 Homework Helpers will be on hand at the Peter & Julie Cummings Library from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. The Martin County Library System volunteers help children grade school to high school find and use library resources needed to do homework assignments ranging from math pages to science-fair experiments and term papers. Homework Helpers have even helped some fill out college applications. The library is at 2551 Matheson Ave., Palm City. The phone is (772) 221-1403.
Friday, Jan. 18 The Senior Wii Bowling League will meet from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Peter & Julie Cummings Library, 2551 S.W. Matheson Ave, Palm City. Cummings’ number is (772) 288-2551.
required. The Barefoot Movement appears at the Morgade Library, 5851 S.E. Community Drive, Stuart, Jan. 11 at 3 p.m. The Treasure Coast Classical Guitar Society concert with Zachary Johnson takes place Jan. 11 at 3 p.m. at the Blake Library, 2351 S.E. Monterey Road, Stuart. No tickets or reservations are required, The Discover Opera Lecture Series,” featuring Helen Sagan, will take place at the Blake Library, 2351 S.E. Monterey Road, Stuart, Jan. 14, Feb. 11 and March 4 from 2-3 p.m. The programs are free and open to the public. The Elisabeth Lahti series continues at the Cummings Library, 2551 S.W. Matheson Ave., Palm City, on Feb. 1 with Terry Barber and Friends. Concerts are at 2 p.m. and free tickets are required. For more information, call (772) 221-1403 or visit the website, www.library.martin.fl.us.
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CLUBBIN’ from page 30 more information, call (772) 692-9914. Saturday, Jan. 11 Live music at Wahoo’s Riverhouse. 8-11 p.m. 915 N.W. Flagler Drive, Stuart. For more information, call (772) 692-2243. Bowl your Brains out Blazer at Jensen Beach Bowl. 8 p.m. to midnight. All you can bowl $11 per person. Black light bowling, everything glows in the dark, disco lights, music and fog. 2303 N.E. Dixie Highway, Jensen Beach. For more information call (772) 2252695 or visit jensenbeachbowl.com Live music at Crawdaddy’s. 7 p.m., 1949 N.E. Jensen Beach Blvd., Jensen Beach. For more information, call (772) 225-3444.
Sunday, Jan. 12 Live music at Wahoo’s Riverhouse. 4-8 p.m. 915 N.W. Flagler Drive, Stuart. For more information, call (772) 692-2243. Wednesday, Jan. 15 Ladies Night at Applebees. 10 p.m. to close. 2 for 1 drinks all night and $1 wells for women. Music DJ Doe Dizzle. 3373 S.E. Federal Highway, Stuart. For more information, call (772) 223-6477. Cruisers Bar Wacky Wednesday. 8 p.m.-midnight. Contests and prizes. Beer pong. $6 pitchers for players. 843 S.W. Federal Highway, Stuart. For more information, call (772) 232-6103. Thursday, Jan. 16 Hip Hop Explosion at Club 7ONE5 (Dejavu
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anecdotes. His father, Clifton Perry, helped establish the organization in 1964 and Mark Perry was hired as its first paid employee in 1978. Perry is the driving force behind the Society’s evolution from a small group of active citizens engaged in local research efforts, to the beautiful 57-acre Coastal Center on Hutchinson Island that focuses on environmental education, research, advocacy, and restoration. The 2014 Coastal Lecture Series schedule includes: • Jan. 13 — Mark Perry, executive director of Florida Oceanographic Society, “Celebrating 50 Years of Environmental Stewardship” • Jan. 27 — Steve Bass: Geology of Southeast Florida, “Land from the Sea” • Feb. 10 — Josh Voss, “Coral Reefs” • Feb. 24 — Gene Lemire, “Mosquito Management” • March 10 — Blair and Dawn
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MARTIN COUNTY — Bluebird Educational Productions presents the Stuart Jazz Pro Jam, taking place every first and third Thursday at the Flagler Place in Downtown Stuart from 7:30-10 p.m. Admission is $5, and guests will enjoy the music of Horace Silver. The event is presented in part-
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nership with the Arts Council of Martin County, and musicians are welcome to sit in. A cash bar is available to patrons. The Jazz Pro Jam takes place every first and third Thursday beginning Jan. 2. Tickets are available at the door. Flagler Place is located at 201 S.W. Flagler Ave. in Downtown Stuart.
Witherington, “Florida’s Living Beaches” • March 24 — Nicole Kirchoff, “The Making of a Happy, Healthy Southern Bluefin Tuna” • April 7 — Scott Taylor, “Specialized Habitat and Adaptations of the Mangrove Rivulus” • April 21 — Gabby Barbarite, “Vibrio Bacteria in the Indian River Lagoon” Florida Oceanographic Society is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1964 with the mis-
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