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VOL. 23 NO.1 www.seabreezepublications.com JANUARY 2022
Pinot & Picasso VIM Gala 2022 – Peace,
Helping People Succeed Unveils The 2022 Art Love And Flower Power
For Living Calendar Volunteers In Medicine Clinic Plans A ’60s-Themed Gala To Kick Off
Submitted by Glenna Parris The 2022 Season
Helping People Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Clinic is hosting a groovy ’60s-themed gala on Jan. 29,
Succeed’s Pinot & Picasso, at Willoughby Golf Club. The Peace, Love and Flower Power gala committee recently
An Evening of Fine Wine visited the Elliott Museum for a little retro fun with a convertible Volkswagen Beetle. The
and Art, unveiled the 2022 museum is loaning the car for a photo booth at the event. The gala will feature live music,
Art for Living Calendar entertainment, fab food, and cool surprises. Guests are welcome to attend in black tie or
at Harbour Ridge Yacht & show off their bell bottoms and tie-dye.
Country Club on Nov. 20. The gala is the major fundraiser for the year for the clinic and contributes about 30 percent of the
Calendar artists displayed revenue to its overall budget. The president of The Friends of VIM Clinic board, Patsy Conrades,
their calendar art pieces, in said, “The VIM Gala is always a great event that is well attended year after year. We are looking
addition to several other forward to see everyone get in the funky spirit.” Patsy added, “I’ve been calling my friends and
paintings for purchase neighbors and telling them to ‘Be there or be square!’” Tickets and sponsorships are still available
during this popular event. by visiting vimclinic.net/gala or calling (772) 463-4128, Ext. 216 to speak with Petra Eberle.
The calendar artists include About VIM Clinic
Holly Cannon, Diane For over 25 years, Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Clinic has been providing free, comprehensive
Raymond, Pam Patterson, medical care to low-income, uninsured, Martin County residents. Utilizing the expertise of staff
Patrice Scott, Val Lally, Otto and Marian Vitale, Dr. Michael and Leah Carelli, and and volunteer medical professionals, patients are treated like friends and neighbors with the goal
Susan Clifford, Dan Mackin, Jackie Vitale of improving their overall health and wellness. Thanks to the support of Cleveland Clinic Martin
Marian Vitale, Pat Hoshino, Health, Diagnostic Imaging Services, and hundreds of other private medical practices on the
Julia Kelly, Sue Ann Mosley- Treasure Coast, VIM Clinic is one of the premier free and charitable clinics in the country serving
Saleeby, Laura DeBerard thousands of patients each year. Visit vimclinic.net to learn about giving the gift of health and how
and Don MacIntosh. it changes, and often saves, lives in Martin County.
Tony Solom on of
Fullhouse Entertainment
livened up the room as
guests were greeted with
an extravagant silent
auction during cocktails.
Following, guests were
seated in a formal setting for
a delectable plated dinner
served with wine pairings.
Sponsors were recognized
as well as the host of the
event, Bill Lichtenberger.
Ralph Davino, Marlene Filer, Wayne Klick, and Melanie Pictured left to right: Kimberly Perron, Mary Fields, Anne Cooling, Vickie Dodds, Jordan
Pinot & Picasso on page 4 and Bob Floyd Bromberg, Carolyn Michaud, Anita Salas, Petra Eberle and Sandy Razavi
10-Year-Old Student Collects Toys For Hibiscus Children’s Center
The Tilton Family Children’s Shelter in Jensen Beach was excited to receive an abundance events, playing with the puppies, or bagging up food for monthly donations. He put together
of gifts for the children. But this was no ordinary toy drive! John Morgan, a 10-year-old student, 180 bags of dog food for Feed Martin County to support the families in need with dogs!
wanted to help kids. He heard about Hibiscus and asked his mom if he could help the Hibiscus Hibiscus Children’s
Shelter kids. John wrote a letter to his family and friends, and the response was overwhelming! Center is grateful to John
Santa’s Elf, aka John, went shopping for each gift and then carefully packed each one for the for being an exemplary role
Hibiscus children. In addition, John and his family brought the children and staff a catered model for other youth and
lunch with drinks and plenty of sweet treats on Christmas Eve. for making a difference in the
Patrice, John’s mom, describes this incredible young man as a social kid who loves sports lives of children in need. The
and always roots for the underdog. John is an altar server at church and always seeks ways to Hibiscus Shelter provides safe
lend a helping hand. He volunteers his time at Farm Dog Rescue either by helping to set up at haven for up to 36 children
and critical services including
medical, educational, literacy
and mental health counseling.
John is a true hero and friend
to children and we are so
proud of his accomplishments
and his caring heart! If you
would like more information
about Hibiscus, please visit
HibiscusChildrensCenter.org.