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VOL. 26 NO. 2 www.seabreezepublications.com FEBRUARY 2024

Hibiscus Children’s Center Hosted

‘A Night Of Southern Elegance’ To Benefit Children

Hibiscus Children’s Center hosted a fabulous evening, “A After guests enjoyed a delicious southern-style buffet, they
Night of Southern Elegance,” at the beautiful Willoughby donated generously to a special Call to the Heart auction directly
Golf Club in Stuart. This exciting affair featured a casino, benefiting the children and took home a Hibiscus teddy bear!
incredible raffle prizes, gourmet dinner, and dancing with D.J. Hibiscus Children’s Center is deeply grateful to our generous
Brian Lemen. All proceeds directly benefited children living at sponsors: Bless Your Heart – Braden & Braden, A.I.A., P.A
the Hibiscus Shelter in Jensen Beach where they receive safe Architects & Planners; Joan Damson; Michael and Nancy Del
haven, educational and literacy services, medical and dental Priore; Richard and Deb Kessler; Frank and Patricia Noonan;
and professional counseling to help them heal and overcome Ted and Pat Tiemeyer; Gimme Some Sugar – Brian and Aimee
the trauma they have endured. Kelly; B.D. & Jane McIntyre Foundation; Charles McIntyre;
A Night of Southern Elegance was the ultimate celebration Robert Crandall and Ellyn Stevenson; RBC Wealth Management,
of fun and glamour, with some partygoers embracing the Nearing & Dallas Wealth Management Group; Aren’t You
spirited charm of the South in their most Southern-inspired Precious – Sally Batz and Henley Sandidge; John and Andi
outfits. The highlight of the evening was the array of games in Brennan; Dr. Al and Pam Gardner; Dick and Molly Hoffman;
the casino, from rolling the dice to spinning the roulette wheel! Cochairs Carolynn Strom and
There were plenty of chances to strike it lucky and win big. Kate Mikkelson Pat and Ted Tiemeyer Hibiscus Children’s Center on page 3
Taste Of Little Italy Celebrates

17th Anniversary At Tradition Square In Port St. Lucie

The Treasure Coast’s Largest Festival hours throughout the weekend are Friday, 4 to 10 Cheers to the next 17
years, we will offer the Aperol
p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Italian Festival Admission and parking are free. Spritz Piazza and the Voga
Now in its 17th year, the Taste of Little Italy, presented by Prosecco and Bellini Lounge,
Via Productions Inc., Galbani Cheese, promises a weekend filled with entertainment, a great place to relax and
announced the return of the food, family fun and more, served up Italian-style! Each year, enjoy the sights and sounds
Taste of Little Italy celebrating the Taste of Little Italy draws three generations of families on of the Taste of Little Italy.
its 17th anniversary on Feb. 16 the Treasure Coast with a promise to offer something special Experience national and

to 18. The cultural festival known for everyone to enjoy and remember as they create memorable local chefs that come out to Chef Marco Sciortino of
for the Italian ambience, national moments together that last a lifetime. the Taste of Little Italy and Galbani
Italian American entertainers and “We are committed to celebrating our Italian cultures, values demonstrate how to cook
authentic food will be offering and traditions that are built on the foundation of family. We are specialty Italian dishes. This year, The La Cucina Galbani
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free admission to thank the community for all the years of grateful for all that come out and celebrate and share in the love cooking stage will be something for everyone to enjoy. The
support. The festival will be in Tradition Square. The Taste of of our heritage,” said Jerry Somma, co-founder and producer of
Little Italy is the Treasure Coast’s largest Italian festival. the festival. Taste Of Little Italy on page 4
Junior League Of Martin County’s Reindeer Dash A Success

The Junior League of Martin County’s 15th Annual volunteers for making the 15th Annual Dash such a success.”
Rudolph’s Reindeer Dash 5K and 10K was a huge success, Gilmour also gave special thanks and recognition to the
according to organizers. The event at Memorial Park was event cochairs, Alyssa Regan-Alexander and Heather Frady.
record-breaking for both race participation and fundraising. “Their dedication and
Nearly 550 runners and walkers participated, and the league leadership made this year’s
raised more than $40,000 to support its charitable mission. event so spectacular,” added
“Our Junior League members feel incredibly proud to offer Gilmour.
such a beloved annual tradition for our community,” said Taylor Spectators and race
Gilmour, president of the Junior League of Martin County. “We participants also enjoyed a free
are so grateful for all of our participants, sponsors, vendors and post-race party, complete with

Back row, Della Richards, Hannah Nassar, Danielle
Johnson, Hallie Burns, Lisa Worley. Front row, Gracie
Event cochairs Heather Worley, Indira Safaddid
Frady and Alyssa Regan-
Alexander Junior League Of Martin County on page 3