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ST. LUCIE WEST — Port St. Lucie city leaders plan to focus on finding a replacement for The Vaccine & Gene Therapy Institute of Florida, they said. With VGTI Florida announcing last week plans to close its facility in Tradition, Mayor Gregory J. Oravec said the city will talk with residents about the future of the housing the biotech firm. Both Oravec and City Council Councilman Ron Bowen said the city has been preparing for the outcome since VGTI indicated earlier this year it was facing having to default on mortgage payments. “It felt like a hurricane was coming,” Bowen said, but adding that the question was when the storm
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Mitch Kloorfain/chief photographer Te’Yana Ross and her Manatee Academy second grade classmates write their first lesson about responsibility as they get acclimated on the first day of school in Danielle Garcia’s class Monday, Aug. 17. (additional images on page 31)
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TRADITION — When Nirlaine Tallandier Smartt was sworn in as St. Lucie County’s newest judge, she also became the first black judge in the 19th Circuit.
Hundreds of well-wishers attended the investiture ceremony and following reception at the St. Lucie County Courthouse, including many African-Americans and others who hold public office in the circuit. Smartt, 48, is the 19th Circuit’s only minority judge as well as
being the first black judge at the county or circuit level. The 19th Circuit encompasses St. Lucie, Martin, Indian River and Okeechobee counties. She told the overflow crowd, including many who helped her along the way, “Thank you for helping this little Haitian girl
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TRADITION – Rabbi Shafir Lobb did not follow a traditional career path. She began her rabbinical training, but when her father died, she had to drop out. She worked as a tire engineer at Goodyear and then returned to school to complete her ordination. Rabbi Lobb, who previously served at Temple Beth El Israel in St. Lucie West, is beginning a new congregation that will use Tradition Town Hall and a private home for services until they are able to build a synagogue. The new congregation, Eitz Chayim, or Tree of Life, will follow the Reform Jewish movement in terms of liturgy and will add elements of Jewish Renewal to the mix. “Renewal brings elements of joy and music and experiential Judaism into all branches of Judaism,” Rabbi Lobb said. “The need we’re addressing is for families to have a family-friendly congregation that embraces Reform prac-
tices and the joy of renewal. We’re more family and youth focused and into the joy of Judaism. We’re family-friendly.” The new congregation will follow a model that is becoming increasingly common in U.S. congregations. Synagogues do not have tithing or passing of plates, so they have traditionally relied on dues to fund the operation of the synagogue and its programs. Eitz Chayim will not collect dues. “The way it has (traditionally) been set up is that a board determines how much members pay,” Lobb said. We present the costs to our members, and they contribute what they are able, because the congregation is important to them. I think it makes the congregation more responsive to its members. “Everybody supports it the best that they can. If that means knowing how to test an electric socket and fix it, it saves the congregation money. The amount of gifts in physical labor have topped thousands of dollars. We shouldn’t have to pay to pray. We
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Photo courtesy of Rabbi Shafir Lobb Ryan Planet and Ken Heller discuss building with Legos at the recent Open House for Congregation Eitz Chayim. The new congregation will use Tradition Town Hall for services until a synagogue is constructed.
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SMARTT from page 1 University. She was a prosecutor in Hillsborough County for about two years, then spent a few years in private practice before leaving the law for 11 years to work as a pharmaceutical representative. She came back to law in 2009, volunteering in State Attorney Bruce Colton’s office for four months until a job opened for her. Gov. Rick Scott appointed Smartt in June to fill a vacancy created by the May 31 retirement of Judge Thomas J. Walsh Jr. He stepped down for personal reasons, although his term didn’t end until 2016. Smartt lives in Tradition with her husband, Matthew, who said his wife is following a mentor and friend to the bench. Matthew Smartt said that coincidentally “it was Judge Walsh that got her back on board as a prosecutor and when he retired she took over his position.” Smartt’s brother Dukens Tallandier said her appointment to the bench is a true testament to the United States “that a daughter of Haiti could be here. It shows that with drive and determination, anyone can achieve what they want.” In an interview during the reception, Smartt said her mother, Clelia Louissant, who was in the
Staff photo by Michelle Gentile/managing editor Nirlaine Tallandier Smartt was sworn in as St. Lucie County’s newest judge, she also became the first black judge in the 19th Circuit. The circuit encompasses Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee counties. Smartt received her recognition by associates and friends like Joseph E. Smith, St. Lucie County Clerk of the Circuit Court, and Kim Johnson, St. Lucie County commissioner. front row, “always taught us at a really young age that education is extremely important.” She said, “Coming from one of the poorest regions, America is really the land of opportunity in so many ways.” Chief Judge Elizabeth Metzger said Smartt has the proper temperament, intelligence and knowl-
edge of the law, high ethical standards, courage and common sense that will make her a good judge. Local attorneys also praised Smartt. “She’ll do a terrific job, and I know the citizens will be wellserved by her,” Alana Zorrilla-Gas-
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ties. Each walk can accommodate 50 photographers that will vie for some pretty elaborate prizes from camera gear, accessories, books, memberships and other prizes through the event’s sponsors. What makes it especially interesting to me is that we have always gotten a great mix of novice, amateur, semi-pro and professional photographers to take part in the event. I usually try to pair
a novice with a pro to meet and share time where questions can be answered along the route. Besides making eye-catching images, it is a combination of networking with others as well as a learning experience regardless of your status or photographic skills. The equipment used is negligible. There has always been a nice mix of Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) cameras, point-n-shoot cameras, and smartphones. Whatever it takes to get to a creative finished product is all that matters. First, we start by meeting on time at 6:15 p.m. in Tradition Square. I make some introductions and a few announcements of procedure and then my favorite,
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Letter from Lake Charles resident The 1 million dollar settlement paid to HOA governed Lake Charles gated community in St. Lucie West by the city of Port St.
Lucie appears to be fast tracked to build a five private office suite for the HOA Board of Directors, even though their electoral
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status remains in question due to their living too close to one another, in strict violation of Florida statutes governing HOA elections. The city misused a wedge shaped parcel of land belonging to Lake Charles during the construction of the Crosstown Expressway, and courts subsequently found on appeal that the gated community was due this large settlement out of taxpayer generated accounts. A recent meeting by this writer with the legislative aide of state Senator Denise Grimsley, namely Anne K. Bell, revealed strict protection for HOA residents by Florida law in regards to even and fair distribution throughout the HOA community of their elected board members. This apparent violation appears to be in play. However, appeals for discovery and adjudication of the rule of law to the Mayor and City Manager of Port St. Lucie and to Commissioner of
Consumer Affairs Adam Putnam have been to no avail! This writer, using her own odometer, clocked the following distances apart of board members from the home of Board President Anthony Iaquinto: to Vice President at 0.9; Secretary at 0.4; Assistant Secretary at 0.3; Treasurer at 0.2. The long standing BOD member formerly in office during the legal process lives at reading 0.9. Details coming out of the recent board meeting involve an initial expenditure of $100,000 for letting of design plans to begin construction of what one resident called “their Taj Mahal.” The Lake Charles website publication of results of resident polling showed a whopping 79% of residents oppose this huge rehab, while only 21% favor it. The Board already has spent $600,000 for a radar spy gun to “police” residents who
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ton said. Jean Laws Scott said, “She is an amazing woman and she will be a strong source of justice for St. Lucie County. She has worked her way up with hard work and determination.” The new judge will consider civil — other than civil- and county ordinance — landlord/tenant, traf-
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2015.” “This is a sadly disappointing outcome,” stated Dr. Richard Jove, VGTI Florida’s President and Institute Director. “We worked so hard over the last two years to attract a key strategic partner to invest in our research mission to continue in Port St. Lucie, but we were unsuccessful.” It was a far different announcement than previous ones from VGTI. Last year, VGTI had announced in a press release that it was launching a new Center for Diseases of Aging that would be a joint mission with scientists from Sweden’s Karolinska Institute. VGTI said in the press release that center scientists were working to find improved treatments for cancer, cardiovascular disease
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YOUR VOICE NEWS & VIEWS • ST. LUCIE WEST/TRADITION • AUGUST 21, 2015• 15 While some people may question the city’s decision to use incentives to attract VGTI initially, Bowen said at the time, a major push was under way to bring biotech research to Florida. The state, the governor, St. Lucie County and Palm Beach County pushed for that. “It’s been a painful learning experience,” Bowen said. Oravec said the city will essentially no longer put itself in the position of co-signing such mortgages, making it responsible if a new industry tanks. He also stated, though, the city could offer other incentives to attract industry, such as tax abatements. Despite the situation regarding VGTI, both Bowen and Oravec said they don’t believe that Torrey Pines Center for Molecular Studies is in danger of shutting down. The loss of VGTI is the third major economic loss for Port St. Lucie during the past several years. In 2012, Digital Domain closed its doors leaving the city of Port St. Lucie faced with paying millions of dollars in debt payments. Earlier this year, however, Christ Fellowship Church bought the building for $13 million. Meanwhile, QVC announced earlier this year it will close its call center in Port St. Lucie next month, resulting in the loss of 800 jobs.
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“It’s just moving money around. What’s the reserve for but to pay for extraordinary circumstances like these poor economic investments?” Gotz says he’s made the recommendation at council meetings twice but his suggestion has fallen on deaf ears. “Martin County does it on 10 percent, but Port St. Lucie says they need 15.” Oravec has faith in the citizens he says he is working with and wants everyone to have their say. “Taxpayers fund government when it runs well and when it doesn’t. I encourage all citizens to be proactively involved in their government. A mistake cannot be undone after it occurs. It can only be used to learn, get better and move forward.” That’s still little more than lip service to some homeowners who see the entire deal as unfair. “The person who used to own digital domain needs to be held responsible”, says homeowner Jerry Freudenburg. “It may not be logical or possible, but that is my opinion. I should not be held responsible for paying for someone else’s ineptitude.” A final vote will be taken following the second and final public hearing, scheduled for September 28th.
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METS from page 8 move him up to their Double-A team in Binghamton, New York, or their Triple-A team in Las Vegas so he could face better pitching. Wright said it’s more difficult getting his timing back on defense because he never knows when a ball will be hit toward him, while he can mentally prepare better for at-bats. “I’d like more balls to be hit to me,” Wright said. “I can go out there and take ground balls, but I’d like more action in games.” Healthwise, Wright said he’s feeling fine and moving well. “I want to get back to where it’s 100 percent reaction, and I’m not thinking about what I’m doing, so I can be in the flow of the game,” Wright said. Three of Wright’s big-league teammates were also rehabbing with the St. Lucie team, though right-handed reliever Erik Goeddel was moved up to Binghamton after pitching in six games for St. Lucie. Steven Matz, a left-handed starting pitcher who is recovering from a partially torn muscle in his left side, pitched one inning on Aug.15 for the St. Lucie Mets in his first game action since July 5. Matz seemed to throw free and easy for his 23-pitch stint. He is expected to make at least two more minor-league starts before rejoining
File photo Mitch Kloorfain/chief photographer Steven Matz, seen here during spring training in April at Tradition Field for the New York Mets, recently pitched for the St. Lucie Mets for a rehabilitation game. Matz is expected to join the New York Mets for the playoff run in September. the major-league team sometime after Sept.1, when rosters expanded from 25 to 40. Matz burst onto the major-league scene with a win at home for the Mets over Cincinnati in his June 28 debut, and followed that a week later with a win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. “My command is not where I want it to be exactly, but a few more
times on the mound will help,” Matz said. Kirk Nieuwenhuis, who went on the disabled list Aug. 2 with a neck injury that affected his ability to keep his top hand on the bat, is also working his way back. “The biggest thing for me is strength,” the 28-year-old outfielder said. “My left arm is coming back.”
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PHOTOWALK from page 6 taking the group photo to document our stake in something so globally vast. The event on our end isn’t as much of a “photowalk” with a designated path to follow. Since the town of Tradition has so much happening in a given area the ‘walk’ ends up being more of a free-for-all with everyone intersecting each other’s paths and sharing some of their favorite locations. Last year when it was over I had realized I had hardly taken 10 images because I spent so much time working with others that knew the shot they wanted but
were not sure quite how to make it happen… and that is the beauty of it all. The people that are in the square to play Frisbee or splash through the fountains usually are a bit taken back when an army of 50, all with a camera in the hand or at the hip, start approaching. A quick explanation from a photographer puts them at ease and then those interested in “street photography” hone in on people looking for that prize winning expression. Another set of photographers may look to take part in more of a landscape approach and shoot the lake framed by the town hall steeple and the fountains from
a distance or a silhouette of the gazebo along the lake. Some photographers may want to photograph their own children and make them part of the event as well. I usually try to pepper some added activity to give the photographers something to shoot for. In the past, we have had models, couples, dance groups in rehearsal, karate teams and more. I have a few surprises in mind for this year and will tease them through the online web page as they manifest leading up to the walk. At the end of the walk, we will meet as a group and discuss the experience. Often I see cameras
and dialog being shared around to the others to show what they have captured. The fun doesn’t stop when you leave at the end of the two-hour window. Each photographer is tasked with finding their singular, best image of all the ones made. They have about a week to decide so there is plenty of time to ask friends and family which they like better if you dare. Now comes my part of the fun. I look through those 50 images and choose one to represent the photowalk at Tradition. I welcome the photographer’s efforts in making
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Peripheral Neuropathy WARNING! The treatment that is provided at The Neuropathy Relief Center has three main goals:
As you can see in Figure 1: When these very small blood vesFigure 1, as the blood sels become diseased they begin to shrivel up vessels that surround the and the nerves begin to degenerate nerves become diseased they shrivel up which causes the nerves to not receive the nutrients to continue to survive. When these nerves begin to “die” they cause you to have balance problems, pain, numbness, tingling, burning, and many additional symptoms. The most common method your doctor will recommend to treat your neuropathy is with prescription drugs that may temporarily reduce your symptoms. These drugs have names such as Gabapentin, Lyrica, Cymbalta, and Neurontin, and are primarily antidepressant or anti-seizure drugs.These drugs may cause you to feel uncomfortable and have a variety of harmful side effects. The main problem is that your doctor has told you to just live with the problem or try the drugs which you don’t like taking because they make you feel uncomfortable. There is now a facility right here in Port St Lucie that offers you new hope without taking those endless drugs with serious side effects.
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The treatment to increase blood flow utilizes a specialized low-level light therapy (not to be confused with laser therapy) using light emitting diode technology. This technology was originally developed by NASA to assist in increasing blood flow. The low level light therapy is like watering a tree. The light therapy will allow the blood vessels to grow back around the peripheral nerves and provide them with the proper nutrients to heal and repair. It’s like adding water to a tree and seeing the roots grow deeper and deeper.
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Figure 2: The blood vessels will grow back around the nerves much like a tree’s roots grow when watered.
The amount of treatment needed to allow the nerves to fully recover varies from person to person and can only be determined after a detailed neurological and vascular evaluation. As long as you have not sustained at least 85% nerve damage there is hope! Dr. John Silva D.C. at The Neuropathy Relief Center will do a neuropathy severity examination to determine the extent of the nerve damage for only $70. This neuropathy severity examination will consist of a detailed sensory evaluation, extensive peripheral vascular testing, and a detailed analysis of the findings of your neuropathy.
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Peripheral Neuropathy is a result of damage to the nerves often causing weakness, pain, numbness, tingling, and the most debilitating balance problems. This damage is commonly caused by a lack of blood flow to the nerves in the hands and feet which will cause the nerves to begin to slowly degenerate due to lack of nutrient flow.
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Mitch Kloorfain/chief photographer Last years participants posed for a group photo prior to the start of the 8th Annual Scott Kelby Worldwide Photowalk, taking place in the town of Tradition this Oct. 3, a group photo is made of all the participants to be shared with the other photowalk communities around the globe. As of press time there are 30 available openings for the free photwalk event.
PHOTOWALK from page 23 this hard for me by submitting images that are unique, different and eye-catching. Once chosen I share it with the group and submit it to be one of the hundreds of images that will be selected by a panel of judges deemed worthy by Scott Kelby’s KelbyOne organization. The walk will take place on Saturday, Oct. 3 at 6:15 p.m. and walkers will meet in front of Tradition Town Hall.
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PAL from page 19 hours a week. When I get back (from a business trip), we’ll have four weeks of 10-15 hours a week. She’s very patient. She has to be because I have three left feet. I have stepped on her toes many times. I’ll owe her a pedicure.” Being involved in an event that concerns kids is nothing new for Hillemann. He and his wife, Denise, moved to the area five years ago from Baltimore, where he was a Court-Appointed Special Advocate for children. “My wife and I don’t have any children,” he said, “She knows I like to be involved with them. She saw an article on the Guardian ad Litem program and left it on the arm of my La-Z-Boy. It sounded like a great idea.” Hillemann, who works in sales in the museum and fine arts transportation industry, became a Guardian ad Litem, one of the few men in the program that helps children in the foster care system have their rights protected. “I thought it was extremely rewarding to be making a difference in a child’s life,” he said. “My main goal is to make a couple of kids productive members of society.” Hillemann is working with sib-
lings, 14 and 17. “I prefer teenagers,” he said. “There are few male (guardians) in the program. I think women prefer the younger children. To me, I like mentoring. I feel like I can mentor a teen better. Men are definitely needed. I’ve been doing it since 1998 and the training in Florida is far superior to the training in Maryland.” For now, Hillemann’s focus is on his feet. He doesn’t want to embarrass himself, even though he knows the event is all in fun and all for a good cause. He also has a message for Paul Pearson. “I’m thankful you retired,” he said. “When I try to get even with you for roping me into Dancing with Our PALs, it will no longer be assault on a police officer.” Dancing with Our Pals, a fundraiser for the Fort Pierce Police Athletic League, will take place at the Sunrise Theatre, 117 S. Second St., Fort Pierce, Sept. 19. VIP tickets are $80, general admission is $25 and tickets for the After Party in the Sunrise Black Box Theatre are $10. Tickets are available from event participants or on the Sunrise Theatre website www.sunrisetheatre.com. For more information, or to sponsor the event, call Karen Pearson at (772) 528-6649. Writer’s note: thanks to Guardian ad Litem volunteer Bob Poller for bringing this story to my attention.
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St. Lucie County earns finance award ST. LUCIE COUNTY — The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) announced recently that St. Lucie County has received the GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its annual budget for the 17th consecutive year. In additional to the award, the St. Lucie County Office of Management and Budget will receive a Certificate of Recognition for Budget Presentation. The award represents a significant achievement by the County, reflecting the staff’s commitment to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. In order to receive the GFOA award, St. Lucie County had to meet nationally-recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation, including a policy document, a financial plan, an operational guide and a communications
device. The Government Finance Officers Association is a nonprofit, professional organization serving 17,600 government finance professionals throughout North America. The GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award program is the only national awards program in governmental budgeting. To see copies of the St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners’ Annual Budget visit: www.stlucieco.gov (click on the Annual Budget link under News on the left-hand side of the homepage). The preliminary and final public hearings for the 2015-16 proposed budget and millage rate for the Board of County Commissioners are scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 3 and Thursday, Sept. 17 at 6 p.m. in the Commission Chambers of the County Administration Complex, Roger Poitras Annex, 2300 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce.
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Fort Pierce Jazz and Blues Society craft market 8 a.m. to noon at Mariana Square in downtown Fort Pierce. For more, call (772) 940-1145. Wood carvers workshop 8 a.m. to noon at Walton Road Community Center, 11090 Ridge Ave., Port St. Lucie. For more, call Mike Coccia at (772) 359-8665. Green/Farmers Market at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2655 S.W. Immanuel Drive, Palm City, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Commercial vendors are $30 per booth. Notfor-profit vendors free. For more, call Arthur at (772) 345-3797, or email communitygreenmarket@ gmail.com.
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Group bicycle ride, 7:30 a.m., starting at Sprocket Adventures, 347 S.E. Port St. Lucie Blvd. Group ride for all experience and fitness levels. Weekly event. For more, call (772) 336-3399. 20853
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Treasure Coast Championship Bodybuilding Figure and Bikini Contest will start with judging at 10 a.m. The show will be at 6 p.m. Tickets range from $10 to
Saturday Stories & More at Morningside Library, 10:30 a.m. The library is at 2410 S.E. Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more, call the library at (772) 3375632. Craft for Kids at Morningside Library 2410 S.E. Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie. Starts at 2 p.m. Craft for Kids is on the fourth Saturday of every month. For more, call the library at (772) 337-5632. Square Dancing every Saturday at 6 p.m. at Walton Road Community Center, 11090 Ridge Ave., Port St. Lucie. For more, call Michael Doughty at (772) 631-2184.
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Photo by Lisa Barry Carmen Palacios plates fried plantains alongside the day’s lunch specials: chicken fajitas and carne desmechada. Aside from the Chitivas’, Palacios is one of three Colombian chefs behind the authentic Colombian food at La Paisita.
St. Lucie West — Part restaurant, part bakery, and all delicious, that is the best way to describe St. Lucie West’s little Colombian eatery, La Paisita. Opened Valentine’s Day this year, La Paisita is the passion project of husband and wife team, Jairo and Catalina Chitiva. From the store front renovations to menu innovations, the Chitivas have put their hearts, souls, and hard work into every corner of their business. Originally from Colombia, the Chitivas were living and working in Rochester, N.Y. when they decided to set out on a new adventure. In his research, Jairo discovered there was a large Colombian population in Port St. Lucie, and a shortage of restaurants for them to have a meal that would remind them of home. Everything on the menu and in the bakery display has roots that can be traced back to Colombia. But the recipes the Chitivas are most proud of are the ones with roots in their very own family. The tamales, Jairo said, they’re his mom’s special recipe. And every item with La Paisita stamped
next to it on the menu, that’s a house special. “Something you won’t find anywhere else,” he added. “I cook in my home,” Catalina said. “Then we took our favorite things we make at home and we put them on the menu.” The Arepa Montañera La Paisita and the Bandeja La Paisita are two Colombian favorites with a Catalina flare. Both are customer favorites. For customers looking for a grab-and-go breakfast in the morning, La Paisita is perfect. Traditional Colombian cheese bread, Pandebonos, are made fresh every morning along with a variety of sweet pastries. The bakery display – that is Jairo’s labor of love. “These recipes took a long time to learn,” Jairo said. “But now, I’ve got it.” Jairo’s daily baking does not stop at pastries. A few lucky customers per day can take home a loaf of Jairo’s fresh-baked bread. At lunch time, the restaurant fills up with customers looking for heaps of steamed rice, marinated meat, and fried plantains. For an average of $7.99, hungry lunch-goers can fill up with lunch specials that include a bowl of
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Tuesdays
Vine & Barley beer tab bingo. 7:30-9:30 p.m. 1680 S.W. St. Lucie West Blvd., St. Lucie West. For more information, call (772) 446-7550.
Voted #1 Best Burger in Town!
Wednesdays
Tin Fish (East) Trivia, 6:30 p.m., 327 S.E. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie For more information, call (772) 879-3900.
NEW SPECIALS TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
$5 Burger or Chicken Sandwich and Fries with purchase of a beverage
Wine Down Wednesday! $12 Bottles of House Wine - Karaoke 7pm
THURSDAY
FRIDAYS
FREE KIDS MEAL For children 10 and under w/ the purchase of an adult entree and kids drink. 1 Free meal per adult meal purchase
Vine & Barley Live music. 7:3010:30 p.m. 1680 S.W. St. Lucie West Blvd., St. Lucie West. For more information, call (772) 4467550. Neely’s Grog House Karaoke 9 p.m.-1 a.m., 802 S.W. Bayshore Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 249-4195. Bogey’s and Stogeys Karaoke 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m., 1032 S.E. Port
Beat the Clock Night 9pm Rolling Rock Drafts start at $1Goes up 50¢ each hour till 12:00
St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 3377778.
Thursdays
West End Grill Live music on the patio. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Tues. through Sat. 1680 St. Lucie West Blvd., St. Lucie West. For more information, call (772) 343-1146. Tin Fish (East) Live music with Tahra Guitara 6 p.m.-close, 327 S.E. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie For more information, call (772) 879-3900. Bogey’s and Stogeys Poker, 7 p.m.-close, 1032 S.E. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 3377778. Rinelli’s Yellow Tail Restaurant Karaoke 7 p.m.-close. 101 N. Second St., Fort Pierce. For more information, call (772) 466-5474. City Limits Sports Bar Karaoke 9 p.m.-2 a.m., 900 S.W. Gatlin Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 336-8201.
Fridays See CLUBBIN’ page 32
LA PAISITA Colombian Restaurant & Bakery
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
TASTY COLOMBIAN DISHES AND MORE!
Cantina Special!!
College Football Saturday!
YOU GET TO EAT EVERYDAY MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
Sunday NFL
Drink Specials 75¢ Wings Closed Monday Open Tues. thru Sun. 3pm-10pm Tavern open till 12am sign up at our kiosk for a $5 email coupon on your next purchase
A Great place for friends and family
772.800.3239
790 S.W. St. Lucie West Blvd.
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20832
11 T.V.’s - Drink Specials Home of the Buckeyes
for only Soup, salad, rice and a choice of 2 meats w/plantains or potatoes
$
3500
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You’ll think that you’re in Colombia! Starting Aug, 24th
OPEN 7 days a week
Lunch & Dinner 11:30am-9:30pm Tavern Open Till 12:00am
Kids Menu Available Beer & Wine Breakfast served all day! Mon - Thurs 8:30am - 8pm Fri - Sat 8:30am - 9pm Sun 8:30am - 6pm
FREE CHEESE BREAD Just for stopping in -
Come in and visit and enjoy our special cheese bread. exp. 8-28-15 W/AD
882 SW St. Lucie West Blvd. 772-878-7755
20814
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Steak • Seafood • Pork • Chicken • Liver & Onions • Sausages • Sandwiches • Desserts
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Mitch Kloorfain/chief photographer (Left) Peggy Chase, Manatee Academy assistant principal, greets the students and makes sure they know where to go during the first day of school while (right) Second grade student Lucas Reis puts away some new school supplies during the first day of school for St. Lucie County schools Monday, Aug. 17 at Manatee Academy in St. Lucie West.
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(772) 800-3239.
Karaoke and Dancing at the St. Lucie Elks Lodge 7 p.m. until whenever. Fish Fry and more served until 8 p.m. 343 Prima Vista Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 8738192.
Vine & Barley Live music. 9 p.m.-midnight. 1680 S.W. St. Lucie West Blvd., St. Lucie West. For more information, call (772) 446-7550.
West End Grill Live music on the patio. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. 1680 St. Lucie West Blvd., St. Lucie West. For more information, call (772) 343-1147.
Summer Prix-Fixe 18 $
.95
Sunday – Thursday All Day Fri. & Sat. Must be seated by 5:30pm
Tin Fish (East) Live music with Chris Springer 6 p.m.-9 p.m., 327 S.E. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie For more information, call (772) 879-3900.
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Bogey’s and Stogeys Karaoke 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m., 1032 S.E. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie. Every other Friday. For more information, call (772) 337-7778.
Casual and Patio Dining only
~ Appetizers~ Choose one
Eggplant Rollatini
# Favorit1 Italian e Early Bird
Neely’s Grog House Karaoke 9 p.m.-1 a.m., 802 S.W. Bayshore Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 249-4195.
(1) Eggplant stuffed with ricotta and mozzarella cheese and San Marzano tomato
Clams Casino
(4) Nonna’s breadcrumbs, bacon & peppers
Famous Beggar’s Purse
(4) Handmade pasta filled with pear and goat cheese, finished with white truffle cream sauce
Mussels
Prince Edward Island mussels in a marinara sauce or white wine garlic sauce
Bruschetta
(4) Tomato, basil, garlic, over toast points (4) Meatball, ricotta, tomato sauce, over toast points
~Chef ’s Entrees
Choose one Frutti di mare Shrimp, clams, mussels, and calamari in San Marzano tomato sauce over spaghetti Spaghetti and Shrimp Shrimp sautéed in a tomato basil sauce Rack of Lamb Herb crusted lamb finished with port wine reduction Rigatoni Vodka Prosciutto, peas, and mushrooms in vodka sauce Wild Mushroom Risotto Shiitake, cremini, portabella mushrooms with shaved asiago cheese and white truffle oil Chicken Parmigiano Nonna’s Breadcrumbs, tomato sauce, & mozzarella Chicken Francese Dipped in egg batter finished with white wine lemon and herbs Chicken Marsala Sautéed in a mushroom marsala wine demi Wild Salmon Piccata Grilled wild salmon with capers, sun dried tomato, artichoke, and mushrooms in a lemon white wine sauce Add a mixed green or caesar salad - $2.25
Saturdays
Tin Fish (East) Live music. 6 p.m.-close, 327 S.E. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie For more information, call (772) 879-3900. West End Grill Live music on the patio. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. 1680 St. Lucie West Blvd., St. Lucie West. For more information, call (772) 343-1147. Bogey’s and Stogeys Poker, 7 p.m.-close, 1032 S.E. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 3377778. Live entertainment at V’s Town Tavern 8 p.m. – midnight. 970 St. Lucie West Blvd., St. Lucie West. For more information, call
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St. Lucie West 9501 Reserve Blvd.
Sat. Aug 22nd @ 9pm
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772-464-8988
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20831
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City Limits Sports Bar Live music or DJ 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m., 900 S.W. Gatlin Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 336-8201. Shindig Irish Restaurant & Pub Live music. $3 Smithwicks draft and $5 Carbombs. 464 S.W. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 7856202 or visit shindigpub.com.
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Neely’s Grog House live music 9 p.m.-2 a.m., 802 S.W. Bayshore Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 249-4195. City Limits Sports Bar Live music or DJ 9 p.m.-2 a.m., 900 S.W. Gatlin Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 336-8201. Shindig Irish Restaurant & Pub Live music 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m. $3 Harp Draft & $4 Irish Apples. 464 S.W. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 785-6202. Sundays Bogey’s and Stogeys Karaoke 10 p.m.-2 a.m., 1032 S.E. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 3377778. Shindig Irish Restaurant & Pub Free-to-play No limit Texas Hold ‘em Poker tournaments. 464 S.W. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 785-6202.
Events Friday, Aug. 21
Wonderrama at Shindig Irish Restaurant & Pub 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. 464 S.W. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 785-6202 or visit shindigpub.com. Remnantsat City Limits Sports Bar Karaoke 9 p.m.-2 a.m., 900 S.W. Gatlin Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 336-8201.
Saturday, Aug. 22
Calamity Jane Band at Shindig Irish Restaurant & Pub 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. 464 S.W. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 785-6202 or visit shindigpub.com. DJ Bryce at City Limits Sports Bar Karaoke 9 p.m.-2 a.m., 900 S.W. Gatlin Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more information, call (772) 336-8201.z
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Coccia at (772) 359-8665.
Tradition Green Market will be 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Landing at Tradition, Southwest Village Parkway. Shop local vendors for produce, arts and crafts. Every Sunday.
Spanish Class advanced conversation level at Morningside Library, 2410 S.E. Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie, 9 to 11 a.m. This advanced Spanish class is taught by a volunteer instructor from Hispanics in Action, Inc. For more information, call (772) 3375632.
Rock n’ RiverWalk at the Riverwalk Staqge, 121 S.W. Flagler Ave., Stuart, will be 1 to 4 p.m. For more about the lineup, visit www.historicdowntownstuart. com/rockin-riverwalk. Or more, call Ron Hart at (772) 485-1609.
Monday, Aug. 24 Special Needs Play Group at the Port St. Lucie Civic Center, 10 to 11:30 a.m. For 18 months to 5 years. The cost is $2. The center is at 9221 S.E. Civic Center Place. For more, call (772) 8074499. Line Dancing at the Walton Community Center, 7 to 9 p.m. Walton Community Center, 11090 Ridge Avenue, Port St. Lucie. For more, call Lisa Grose at (772) 370-1732.
Tuesday, Aug. 25 Wood carvers workshop 8 a.m. to noon at Walton Road Community Center, 11090 Ridge Ave., Port St. Lucie. For more, call Mike
Tai chi for health classes at Oxbow Eco-Center, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tai chi instructors Hildie and Hector Ruiz-Puyana will lead classes designed for everyone, including those who suffer from arthritis, diabetes, osteoporosis and balance issues. Appropriate for ages 16 and up; $10 per class or $32 for 4 classes. Reservation is a must. Oxbow Eco-Center is at 5400 N.E. St. James Drive, Port St. Lucie. For more, call (772) 785-5833. Gardening advice at Morningside Library at 2410 S.E. Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie, 1 to 3 p.m. Take questions and samples of problems. Assistance will be provided by Master Gardeners from St. Lucie County Extension Services. For more, call (772) 3375654 or (772) 462-1510. Current Events Discussion
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Wine repository, used to describe a local wine shop in Italy.
joy Come in & En hts Our Wine Flig te la with Cheesep $ 5 00 a Flight 1
Come join our happy hour 4 to 6:30pm
Kids Night - Sunday Night
Kids - Come Make Your Own Pizza Enjoy Face Painting and Balloons with Silly Ms. Heather
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1 FREE APPETIZER With purchase of 2 Entree $18 & up
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10472 SW Village Center Drive, Port St. Lucie, FL Tradition Square in Publix Plaza
772-345-0500
20803
TO ADVERTISE: (772) 204-2409
STEAK & SEAFOOD
More Than Just A Steakhouse
THE
BEST STEAK IN TOWN
• New York Sirloin with Seafood Topping • Smothered Ribeye with Mushrooms, Onions, • Blackened Prime Rib Scampi
New Menu Items!
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Join Chef Mike D’Aquila For his Terrific Seafood Specials GREAT FOOD and EVEN BETTER PRICES!
Reservations Required to guarantee Seating
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• Bone In Pork Chop with Bacon & Apple Glaze.....$21.95 • Ultimate Oscar with a 5 oz Filet and Crab Cake...$26.95 • “Clam-douille” Appetizer....$11.95 sunset menu available tues, wed, thurs. all night
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Catalina Chitiva and her husband Jairo Chitiva stand together under the indoor cabana built by Catalina’s father for their restaurant “La Paisita.” The couple moved from Rochester, N.Y. to open a Colombian restaurant and bakery in Port St. Lucie. La Paisita officially opened on Valentine’s Day this year and is already very popular among locals.
Photo by Lisda Barry
Open 7 Days A Week • Lunch & Dinner
SEAFOOD EATERY
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Maine Lobster Roll
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PAISITA from page 29 soup, salad, and a full plate entrée. Specials rotate daily, Monday through Friday. With lunch being one of the busiest times of day, the Chitivas launched their “Cantina” special for regulars. Cantina customers pay $35 at the beginning of the week to secure them a lunch special all week long. “For $35, you don’t have to pack your lunch for work,” Jairo said, “We’ll make it for you.” “Everything on the menu is just delicious,” said Madeline Andujar, one of the Chitivas most faithful customers. “My husband and I are here at least two times per week.” Other diners agreed with Andujar’s assessment, saying they have never tried a thing on the menu they did not like. But the lunch of choice is clear, whatever Jairo and Catalina have on special is what the regulars want to sink their teeth into. Given the choice between the chicken fajita special and the carne desmechada, one couple could not choose, so they shared both. Though the chicken fajitas are extremely recognizable to the average American customer, the carne desmechada delivers a mouthful of tastes everyone should try. Flavored with onions, cilantro, and a conglomerate of spices Jairo
is unwilling to reveal, the desmechada is brimming with bold but not spicy flavors. One of the best parts of Colombian cooking, Jairo said, is the fusion of flavors that comes from throwing everything in a pot and cooking it together. In addition, La Paisita offers Colombian sodas and smoothies to compliment a meal, and Colombian beer and wine is coming soon, Jairo confirmed. A few domestic beers and a small variety of wines are already available. Food aside, the couple said they are constantly working to improve the atmosphere. A hand painted mural by Catalina’s father spans one wall and an indoor patio under a Colombian-style cabana spans the other. The craftsmanship and artistry that went into the café, Andujar said, is part of what transports customers to a different world. In the Chitivas mission to bring a little bit of Colombia to their new hometown, they are steadily growing their menu and adding to the experience. “We get seven to 10 new customers every day,” Jairo said. “The good thing is, they almost all come back.” La Paisita is open seven days a week; Mon. –Thurs. 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Fri.-Sat., 8:30 am. to 9 p.m., and Sun. 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. 882 SW St Lucie W Blvd, Port St. Lucie, (772) 878-7755.
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6pm - 9pm • Mon, Tues, Wed
20852
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772-207-7298
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772.466.5474
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772-286-7827
20818
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CALENDAR from page 33 Group at Morningside Library, 1:30 to 3 p.m. The library is at 2410 S.E. Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more, call Maureen Gallagher at (772) 337-5632.
Wednesday, Aug. 26 Shake, Rattle and Read will be at Morningside Library at 10:30 a.m. The library is at 2410 S.E. Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie. For more, call (772) 337-532. Gardening advice at Morningside Library at 2410 S.E. Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie, 1 to 3 p.m. Take questions and sam-
ples of problems. Assistance will be provided by Master Gardeners from St. Lucie County Extension Services. For more, call (772) 3375654 or (772) 462-1510. PSL Botanical Gardens Jazz & Blues Night at Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 2410 S.E. Westmoreland Blvd. The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. Listen to the wonderful sounds of the Fort Pierce Jazz and Blues Society indoors at the Gardens every other Wednesday night from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Admission is only $5. For more, call (772) 337-1959.
Thursday, Aug. 27
WINE TASTING FRIDAY, AUGUST 28TH 6-8PM COME TO THE WINE TASTING AND TRY DELICIOUS SAMPLES OF THE GIFT GARDEN’S “SWEET TREATS” CHOCOLATES
St. Lucie Mets vs. the Palm Beach Cardinals at Tradition Field, 527 N.W. Peacock Blvd., Port St. Lucie. Tickets are $6.50 to $8.50. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. For more, call (772) 871-2115, or visit www.stluciemets.com.
DAILY SPECIALS
1707 NW St. Lucie West Blvd Mon - Sat Suite 186 (Next to Panera) 9-8pm MICHAEL
OWNER/OPERATOR
772-224-2317
Sun 11-3pm
Solid Gold Dance Band Dance Party, 7 to 10 p.m. at the Port St. Lucie Civic Center, 9221 S.E. Civic Center Place. Music from the ‘60s to ‘80s. Advance tickets $6. $7 at the door. Full liquor bar with $5 well drinks and snacks. The Dance Party is the last Thursday of every month, except Nov. 20 and Dec. 18. For more,
call (772) 807-4488. Family bike ride starting at Southwest Tradition Square. A casual ride for three to five miles. Weather permitting, starts at 7 p.m. Weekly event. For more, call Sprockets Adventures at (772) 336-3399.
Friday, Aug. 28 Coffee with the Council will be 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Port St. Lucie Community Center, 2195 S.E. Airoso Blvd. Join an informative update from the Port St. Lucie City Council with a different council member each month. Coffee with the Council is held the fourth Friday of every month, is fee, and is open to the public. Complimentary refreshments are available. For more, call the St. Lucie Chamber of Commerce at (772) 595-9999. Toddler Story Jam at the Port St. Lucie Library, 180 S.W. Prima Vista Blvd., 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Parents and caregivers should plan to stay with children during the story session. For more, call Alicia Bell at (772) 871-5450. Tai chi Yang form at Oxbow Eco-Center, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tai chi instructors Hildie and Hector Ruiz-Puyana will lead classes designed for everyone, including those who suffer from arthritis, diabetes, osteoporosis and balance issues. Appropriate for ages 16 and up; $10 per class or $32 for 4 classes. Reservation is a must. Oxbow Eco-Center is at 5400 N.E. St. James Drive, Port St. Lucie. For more, call (772) 785-5833. Gardening advice at Morningside Library at 2410 S.E. Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie, 1 to 3 p.m. Take questions and samples of problems. Assistance will be provided by Master Gardeners from St. Lucie County Extension Services. For more, call (772) 3375654 or (772) 462-1510.
The Treasure Coast’s Newest and Best Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse Full Liquor Bar Available Happy Hour Drafts All Day Every Day
• Hibachi • Sushi • Fried Rice • Noodles • Bento Box
10 Off
$
Any Purchase of $50 or more. Plus a FREE Small Bottle of Sake With this coupon. cannot be combined with any other offers or specials. Expires 8-28-15 YV
Mon-Thurs 11:30am-2:30pm 4:30pm-10:00pm Fri & Sat 11:30am-2:30pm 4:30pm-11:00pm Sunday 1:00pm-9:30pm
772.934.6581
15% Off ENTIRE PURCHASE Plus a FREE Small Bottle of Sake
With this coupon. cannot be combined with any other offers or specials. Expires 8-28-15 YV
4179 NW Federal Hwy. • Jensen Beach
(Town Center Shops, Across from BJ’s & Lowes)
www.osakajensenbeach.com
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Ready, Set, Read at Morningside Library at 2410 S.E. Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Parents and caregivers should plan to stay with their pre-school children during the story reading and reading-readiness activities. For more, call Stephanie Speirs at (772) 3375632.
Spanish Class beginning conversation level at Morningside Library, 2410 S.E. Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie, 6 to 7:30 p.m. This advanced Spanish class is taught by a volunteer instructor from Hispanics in Action, Inc. For more information, call (772) 337-5632.
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Writers Workshop at Morningside Library at 2410 S.E. Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie, 9 a.m. to noon. Meet with other writers in the Morningside Writers Group to read and critique writing in preparation for publishing. Drop in for a visit, or take work to read. For more, call Maureen Gallagher, (772) 337-5632.
Gardening advice at Morningside Library at 2410 S.E. Morningside Blvd., Port St. Lucie, 1 to 3 p.m. Take questions and samples of problems. Assistance will be provided by Master Gardeners from St. Lucie County Extension Services. For more, call (772) 3375654 or (772) 462-1510.
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