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VOL. 24 NO.1 www.seabreezepublications.com JANUARY 2022
Pinot & Picasso
Helping People Succeed Unveils The 2022 Art for purchase during this popular event. The calendar artists include Holly Cannon, Diane
Raymond, Pam Patterson, Patrice Scott, Val Lally, Susan Clifford, Dan Mackin, Marian
For Living Calendar Vitale, Pat Hoshino, Julia Kelly, Sue Ann Mosley-Saleeby, Laura DeBerard and Don
MacIntosh.
Submitted by Glenna Parris Tony Solomon of Fullhouse Entertainment livened up the room as guests were greeted
Helping People Succeed’s Pinot & Picasso, An Evening of Fine Wine and Art, unveiled with an extravagant silent auction during cocktails. Following, guests were seated in a
the 2022 Art for Living Calendar at Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club on Nov. 20.
Calendar artists displayed their calendar art pieces, in addition to several other paintings Pinot & Picasso on page 3
Judy Overdorf and Mary Kay
Audrey Crandall and Pat Hoshino Heidi Bosley and Meg Bosley Suzi Beers and Bill Lichtenberger Deb Duvall and Carolyn Timmann Buckridge
VIM Gala 2022 – Peace, Love And Flower Power
Volunteers In Medicine Clinic Plans A ’60s-Themed Gala To Kick Off Health, Diagnostic Imaging Services, and hundreds of other private medical practices on the
The 2022 Season Treasure Coast, VIM Clinic is one of the premier free and charitable clinics in the country serving
Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Clinic is hosting a groovy ’60s-themed gala on Jan. 29, thousands of patients each year. Visit vimclinic.net to learn about giving the gift of health and how
at Willoughby Golf Club. The Peace, Love and Flower Power gala committee recently it changes, and often saves, lives in Martin County.
visited the Elliott Museum for a little retro fun with a convertible Volkswagen Beetle. The
museum is loaning the car for a photo booth at the event. The gala will feature live music,
entertainment, fab food, and cool surprises. Guests are welcome to attend in black tie or
show off their bell bottoms and tie-dye.
The gala is the major fundraiser for the year for the clinic and contributes about 30 percent of the
revenue to its overall budget. The president of The Friends of VIM Clinic board, Patsy Conrades,
said, “The VIM Gala is always a great event that is well attended year after year. We are looking
forward to see everyone get in the funky spirit.” Patsy added, “I’ve been calling my friends and
neighbors and telling them to ‘Be there or be square!’” Tickets and sponsorships are still available
by visiting vimclinic.net/gala or calling (772) 463-4128, Ext. 216 to speak with Petra Eberle.
About VIM Clinic
For over 25 years, Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Clinic has been providing free, comprehensive
medical care to low-income, uninsured, Martin County residents. Utilizing the expertise of staff
and volunteer medical professionals, patients are treated like friends and neighbors with the goal Pictured left to right: Kimberly Perron, Mary Fields, Anne Cooling, Vickie Dodds, Jordan
of improving their overall health and wellness. Thanks to the support of Cleveland Clinic Martin 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.