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Pinot & Picasso
Helping People Succeed
Unveils The 2022 Art For
Living Calendar
Submitted by Glenna Parris
Helping People Succeed’s Pinot & Picasso, An Evening of
Fine Wine and Art, unveiled 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 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 Vitale, Pat Hoshino, Julia Kelly,
Sue Ann Mosley-Saleeby, Laura DeBerard and Don MacIntosh.
Otto and Marian Vitale, Dr. Michael and Leah Carelli, and Ralph Davino, Marlene Filer, Wayne Klick, and Melanie
Pinot & Picasso on page 3 Jackie Vitale and Bob Floyd
VIM Gala 2022 – Peace, Love And Flower Power
Volunteers In Medicine Clinic Plans A available by visiting vimclinic.net/gala or calling (772) 463- clinics in the country serving thousands of patients each year.
’60s-Themed Gala To Kick Off The 2022 Season 4128, Ext. 216 to speak with Petra Eberle. Visit vimclinic.net to learn about giving the gift of health and
Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Clinic is hosting a groovy About VIM Clinic how it changes, and often saves, lives in Martin County.
’60s-themed gala on Jan. 29, at Willoughby Golf Club. The For over 25 years, Volunteers
Peace, Love and Flower Power gala committee recently in Medicine (VIM) Clinic has been
visited the Elliott Museum for a little retro fun with a providing free, comprehensive
convertible Volkswagen Beetle. The museum is loaning the medical care to low-income,
car for a photo booth at the event. The gala will feature live uninsured, Martin County residents.
music, entertainment, fab food, and cool surprises. Guests are Utilizing the expertise of staff and
welcome to attend in black tie or show off their bell bottoms volunteer medical professionals,
and tie-dye. patients are treated like friends and
The gala is the major fundraiser for the year for the clinic neighbors with the goal of improving
and contributes about 30 percent of the revenue to its overall their overall health and wellness.
budget. The president of The Friends of VIM Clinic board, Thanks to the support of Cleveland
Patsy Conrades, said, “The VIM Gala is always a great event Clinic Martin Health, Diagnostic
that is well attended year after year. We are looking forward Imaging Services, and hundreds of
to see everyone get in the funky spirit.” Patsy added, “I’ve other private medical practices on
been calling my friends and neighbors and telling them to the Treasure Coast, VIM Clinic is Pictured left to right: Kimberly Perron, Mary Fields, Anne Cooling, Vickie Dodds,
‘Be there or be square!’” Tickets and sponsorships are still one of the premier free and charitable Jordan 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 and plenty of sweet treats on Christmas Eve. we are so proud of his accomplishments and his caring heart!
was excited to receive an abundance of gifts for the children. Patrice, John’s mom, describes this incredible young man as If you would like more information about Hibiscus, please visit
But this was no ordinary toy drive! John Morgan, a 10-year- a social kid who loves sports and always roots for the underdog. HibiscusChildrensCenter.org.
old student, wanted to help kids. He heard about Hibiscus John is an altar server at church and always seeks ways to lend
and asked his mom if he could help the Hibiscus Shelter a helping hand. He volunteers his time at Farm Dog Rescue
kids. John wrote a letter to his family and friends, and the either by helping to set up at events, playing with the puppies,
response was overwhelming! Santa’s Elf, aka John, went or bagging up food for monthly donations. He put together 180
shopping for each gift and then carefully packed each one bags of dog food for Feed Martin County to support the families
for the Hibiscus children. In addition, John and his family in need with dogs!
brought the children and staff a catered lunch with drinks Hibiscus Children’s Center is grateful to John for being
an exemplary role model for
other youth and for making
a difference in the lives of
children in need. The Hibiscus
Shelter provides safe 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