Page 12 - Palm City Spotlight - November '21

Page 12, Palm City Spotlight

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Zweben Law Group Kicks Off one beer or margarita and amounts both large and small, but donations can be made at

Bike Drive For The United heavy appetizers. any time from now until Dec. 13.
“Last year was a
Kickoff party tickets can be purchased and donations in
Way Holiday Project challenging year in many any amount can be made at United Way’s website: http://
ways as we faced shortages
unitedwaymartin.org/Bike.
For the eighth year in a row, the Zweben Law Group is of items we never would The United Way Holiday Project engages the entire
partnering with United Way of Martin County on the Zweben have expected like toilet community to provide toys for Martin County children
Law Group Bike Drive to make the holidays extra special for paper, and yes even bikes. in need. United Way of Martin County is the official
local families who are struggling to make ends meet. The goal We are anticipating that coordinating organization for the Marine Corps Reserve
of the monthlong initiative is to raise enough money to cover bikes may be in limited Toys for Tots in Martin County.
the cost of 300 bikes, skateboards and scooters to be given to supply again this year, About Zweben Law Group
children in need through the United Way Holiday Project. which is why we are Located in historic downtown Stuart, Zweben Law Group
To launch the endeavor, Zweben Law Group is hosting a planning to expand the has been dedicated to helping injured people receive the
Bike Drive Kickoff Party at Casa Tequila on the outdoor patio bike drive to include Gene and Tara Zweben of compensation they deserve since its founding in 2001. Led
on Thursday, Nov. 18, 5 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $35 and include skateboards and scooters – Zweben Law Group invite you by Gene Zweben, the firm offers legal services in the areas
manual transportation that to their Bike Drive Kickoff Party of personal injury, wrongful death and family law.
art will help kids get out and on Nov. 18 at Casa Tequila. About United Way Of Martin County
go!” said Gene Zweben,
United Way of Martin County’s mission is to improve lives
Zweben Law Group.
United Way has been working to create long-term social
This year’s sponsors include Treasure Coast Running and by mobilizing the caring power of our community. Since 1972,
HappeninGs Casa Tequila. change and provide support to Martin County residents by
One hundred percent of all ticket sales and donations go
investing in programs that strive to: improve education,
toward purchasing bikes, scooters, skateboards and helmets. promote good health and support financial stability. For more
Martin Artisans Guild The kickoff party raises a significant portion of the funds for information about United Way of Martin County, visit www.
UnitedWayMartin.org or call (772) 283-4800.
the bike drive through ticket sales and direct donations in
To Present November/
December Show loCal GovernMent

By Jackie Holfelder
The Martin Artisan Guild has a very happenin’ exhibit Brought To You By Your How many critical workers, especially medical personnel,
from Nov. 3 to Dec. 31 at its smashing new Palm Room Tax Collector Ruth ‘Ski’ reached out to us during this pandemic unable to renew their
Art Gallery and Artisans Boutique, located at 3746 S.E. registrations because of their overwhelming work schedule?
Ocean Blvd. in Harbour Bay Plaza. Pietruszewski Many people have family that live in other states, and when
Participating artists in the November/December exhibit they have emergencies and short notice to go out of town, they
include: Renew On Evenings – Weekends – Holidays may need to renew their registration immediately that evening
• Carla Cope or that weekend.
• Diana Rell Dean We’ve partnered with How many times do we get calls from parents that their
• Dot Galfond Publix to offer a self-serve son or daughter was home from college for only the weekend
• Jacquelyn Roesch-Sanchez kiosk that prints registrations and needed their tag renewed?
• James J. DeMartis on the spot! Our self-serve How many times do we receive calls on three-day
• Jeanine Baum kiosk is available now at the weekends, such as the Labor Day weekend, from individuals
• Kim Beltrame Town Center Publix in Palm that didn’t realize their tag expired and were now afraid to go
• Laura Kay Darvill Whiticar City at 2750 Martin Downs out of town?
• Lynn Morgan Blvd. Any resident from any The answer is that we can’t begin to count
• Mark Stall Florida county may renew the number. This new service will not only
• Torenzo Gann at this kiosk. offer convenience, but will surely relieve a
They will be on hand Renewing your lot of stress and help a lot of people. With
to chat with you at the registration couldn’t be the unpredictability of COVID-19, the mask
opening reception. easier or more convenient in three easy steps and all done or no mask, the vaccinated or unvaccinated,
The Palm Room Art in less than two minutes. The machine will walk you through we’ve all been impacted. The stability of
Gallery and Artisans the process by telling you what to do. having the ability of renewing almost any
Boutique is open from First – enter your license plate number or pin number with time you need to, provides comfort and
noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday your date of birth. eliminates the mental stress.
to Saturday (except Second – pay with a debit or credit card. So visit the Martin Downs Publix in
holidays). Third – print your decal and registration. Palm City and try our “nifty” new service.
It’s the perfect place The kiosk is available whenever Publix is open, so you We continue to strive to meet the needs of
to bring your holiday can renew on weekends, evenings and even on holidays! the public. We’re here to serve you!
guests: You can all enjoy Photographer Mark Stall is
the new art and artists in one of the exhibiters in the Business spotliGHt
the Guild’s permanent November/December show.
gallery. Revel in the
beauty and support the visual arts of Martin County.
For information, visit www.martinartisansguild.org. Medicare Corner With Gillie • Orthopedic shoes (with only a few exceptions)
Photo by Martin Artisans Guild. • Outpatient prescription drugs (with only a few exceptions)
It’s Time For Medicare Annual Enrollment • Routine foot care (with only a few exceptions)
Period (AEP) Oct. 15 To Dec. 7 • Routine physical exams (beyond the annual wellness visits)
Why Pay More To Sell? What Medicare Does Not Cover: • Screening tests (with some exceptions)
Health care costs that are
• Shots (vaccinations — except those approved)
not covered include, but are
not limited to: • Some diabetic supplies (like syringes or insulin unless it is
used with an external insulin pump)
• Acupuncture • First three pints of blood
• Ambulance services (except • Additional charges for a private hospital room
Even with 23 years of in emergencies or when the • Private nursing care
experience, my fees individual’s health would be in • Skilled nursing care costs beyond 100 days a year
are still low danger if other transportation • Meals delivered to the home
was used)
• Medical charges billed by relatives
• Chiropractic services, except • Personal comfort items
SELL YOUR HOME for some limitations • Intermediate care
Using the latest and most advanced • Dental care and dentures • Custodial care
(with only a few exceptions)
• Services not considered reasonable or medically necessary by
marketing technologies • Cosmetic surgery Medicare (In 2014, due to a federal court case, Medicare must
• Custodial care (help with bathing, dressing, using the now cover “sexual reassignment” if it is deemed “medically
Call Jim at bathroom, and eating) at home or in a nursing home necessary” by a physician.)

772-341-2941 • Health care while traveling outside of the United States (except Medicare Advantage Plans can fill in the gaps that
in limited cases)
Medicare does not cover in most instances. Call today for
• Eye care – routine exams, eye refractions, and most eyeglasses your free, no hassle consultation. I can meet with you one on
Jim Weix, Broker Associate • Hearing aids, hearing exams, and hearing tests that haven’t one or virtually. I am here to help find the best plan for your
been ordered by a doctor needs today!
309 SE Osceola St., Suite 204, Stuart • Long-term care, such as that delivered in most nursing homes Call Gillie Thorpe (772) 237-7123.
(custodial care)