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VOL. 21 NO. 10 www.seabreezepublications.com OCTOBER 2019

Pinot And Picasso – An Evening Of Fine Art And Wine!

Save The Date – Nov. 23! Kelly, Leah Krumme’, Dan Mackin,
Maria McCadden, Sue Ann Mosley,
Thanks to a remarkable man and host, Bill Pam Patterson, Stacy Ranieri, Diane
Lichtenberger, the local community is invited to Helping Raymond, Susan Roberts and Marian
People Succeed’s Sixth Annual Pinot and Picasso evening Vitale. There will be a special painting
reception and dinner, featuring incredible artists and the in the calendar paying tribute to the
unveiling of the 2020 Art for Living Calendar. The theme life and memory of Mary Lou Knox.
of the event is An Evening of Fine Art and Wine. Her artwork will also be on display at
This special event, planned for Saturday, Nov. 23, will Pinot and Picasso.
be held at Harbour Ridge Yacht and Country Club. Guests This nonprofit has been serving
will be introduced to local artwork displayed from the the Treasure Coast for over 50 years.
2020 Art for Living Calendar, a silent and live auction, Their mission … Helping People
open bar and a sit-down dinner with wine pairings. Pinot Succeed transforms lives by realizing
and Picasso will begin at 6 p.m. featuring a “Touch of potential, creating hope and building
Jazz” by Fullhouse Entertainment. Guest tickets are futures through education, counseling,
$200 each. Sponsorships are available to help support training and employment.
the mission of Helping People Succeed. To learn more information, schedule
The guests also will enjoy a Meet and Greet with the a tour to see Helping People Succeed’s Herb Lichtenberger, Bob and Jan Crandall and Bill Lichtenberger
artists, have calendars signed and have the opportunity programs first-hand, purchase a ticket
to view and purchase additional paintings. Featured to Pinot and Picasso or become a sponsor please contact gparris@hpsfl.org. You can also visit Helping People
artists are: Laura DeBerard, Ginny Jones, Julia Glenna Parris at (772) 320-0778 or email Glenna at Succeed’s website at www.hpsfl.org.
Audi Stuart Air Show – Celebrating 30 Years

As event organizers move New this year for the air show will
forward with plans for be educational enhancements for kids
the 30th Anniversary of of all ages, including elements such
the Stuart Air Show, as virtual reality displays and robotics
the mission of the and drone demonstrations. Additional
organization is more interactive exhibits and activities will
relevant now than ever be featured courtesy of All About
before – celebrating Achieving.
aviation by honoring its According to the International
past and inspiring its future. Council of Airshows, the United
Over the years, air show States lags considerably behind
organizers heard stories of how other developed nations in STEAM
the show inspired people to pursue a future in aviation or proficiency at the secondary school
aeronautics. To further inspire others, air show organizers level. Jobs in the aerospace sector are
have integrated a S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, among the highest paid and the most
Engineering, Art and Math) element this year sponsored premier opportunities in the country
by Dunn Capital and All About Achieving. They are Capt. Richard Gangloff, pilot of the C-17 Globemaster, demonstrates aircraft
calling it STEAM World. Audi Stuart Air Show on page 3 control to local students in 2018. Round Robin photo by Rebecca King Ferraro
United Way’s Day Of Caring Spreads Love On Sept. 11

By Jackie Holfelder fairgrounds as the crowd observed moment of silence • Hurricane disaster kits for seniors
They came. They saw. They volunteered! Scores of with first responders over the Martin County Fire Rescue • STEM kits for local students
enthusiastic people descended on the Martin County scanner. • Holiday greeting cards for homebound seniors
Fairgrounds on Sept. 11 to take part in United Way of And although memories of 9/11 were in everyone’s
Martin County’s (UWMC) Day of Caring and Sept. 11 thoughts, the workplace vibe was reminiscent of Sept. 12, United Way’s Day Of Caring on page 2
Remembrance Ceremony. when people came together
A spirited introduction by UWMC President/CEO in peace, love and unity.
Carol G. Houwaart-Diez and Board Chair Gene Zweben Mo re t h a n 2 00
was followed by a stirring color guard presentation by corporate volunteers from
South Fork High School ROTC, a moving address by organizations such as Publix,
Kevin Herndon, deputy fire chief of Martin County and Florida Power & Light,
a soaring rendition of the National Anthem by Alannah Cleveland Clinic Martin
Ghazal, realtor, The Dean’s List Group of Keller Health, and Macy’s tackled
Williams. five different projects:
An oversized American flag flying from the extended • Stress relief kits for first
ladder of a Martin County fire truck swirled over the responders

First responders Josh O’Brien, Kevin Herndon, Jesse Ford, and Perry Ware with Martin
County Fire Rescue; Matt Clough and Lee Ehret with City of Stuart Fire Rescue lead a
moment of silence over the Martin County Fire Rescue Scanner.