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VOL. 24 NO. 2 www.seabreezepublications.com FEBRUARY 2022

Taste Of Little Italy Celebrates 15th Anniversary

– The Year Of Gratitude

They Are Excited To Be Back
At Tradition Square Where It

All Began

The long-awaited return of the
Taste of Little Italy will celebrate
its 15th Anniversary, a year full
of gratitude on Feb. 18 to 20. The
cultural festival known for the Italian
ambience, national Italian-American
entertainers, and authentic food will be of us experienced one way or another through COVID, I felt it
offering free admission in honor of its anniversary to thank the was important for me to make a gesture to show how thankful
community for all the years of support. The festival will be held we are and that we are here for you, and we are one community
where it all began in Tradition Square. Little Italy draws three generations of families on the Treasure together,” said Jerry Somma, founder and producer of the festival.
Festival hours throughout the weekend are 4 to 10 p.m. Coast with a promise to offer something special for everyone to Cheers to the next 15 years, we will offer new areas for the
Friday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. enjoy and remember as they create memorable moments together festival. The Aperol Spritz Piazza and the Voga Prosecco and
Parking is free. that last a lifetime. Bellini Lounge, are great places to relax and enjoy the sights and
Now in its 15th year, the Taste of Little Italy presented by “As I reflected on the past 15 years, my heart is full of sounds of The Taste of Little Italy.
Galbani Cheese, promises a weekend filled with entertainment, gratitude for the way in which our community received the
food, and fun, served up Italian-style! Each year, the Taste of Taste of Little Italy. With and knowing all the hardships that all Taste Of Little Italy on page 5
Lundin Kudo Empty Bowls Returns In 2022

Long Running Event Raises from Chef’s Table of Stuart, Conchy Joe’s Seafood, Dolphin

Money To Fight Hunger Bar & Shrimp House, Ellie’s Downtown Deli, The Gafford,
Healthy Harvest Catering, Kazu, Osceola Street Café, and
Local ceramic artists from across the Treasure Coast will students from the Martin County High School Academy of
bring back the Lundin Kudo Empty Bowls event on Sunday, Culinary Arts.
Feb. 27, at the Woman’s Club of Stuart. The long-running While these soups will provide a hearty meal, the empty
event pairs the talents and generosity of the artists, volunteers bowl and a serving of soup is a reminder of the one in four
and local restaurants to raise money for organizations that people on the Treasure Coast who don’t always have enough
fight hunger in Martin County. nutritious food to eat.
On that day, guests can enjoy a serving of savory soup The event is made possible with support from The
and locally baked bread served in handcrafted bowls created Woman’s Club of Stuart, Clay Habit Studio, Lighthouse
by the local artists. Guests keep the bowl of their choice in Jay Hatfield, Thomas Adkisson, Joan Hooks, Chad Steve, and ArtCenter Gallery and School of Art, 3D Potter Inc., and
exchange for a $20 donation. All proceeds benefit Treasure May Wong at the Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery Publix, which is providing fresh bread to be served with
Coast Food Bank and Mary’s Kitchen. each bowl of soup.
The Lundin Kudo Empty Bowls Project honors the late by community artists who donate their time and talent. The event takes place from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the
ceramic artist Lundin Kudo, who created art for many decades Area chefs and restaurants are donating their culinary Woman’s Club of Stuart, 729 East Ocean Blvd.
in her Stuart, Fla., studio. The event also features the Mae Slaton talents to the event, providing guests with several varieties
“Souper” Bowl Auction, featuring exceptional bowls provided of soup for their empty bowls meal. Look for selections Lundin Kudo Empty Bowls on page 3
United Way Of Martin County Honors Charlie

And Gerry Ruibal At Tocqueville Society Reception

The United Way of Martin County Alexis de Tocqueville Attendees heard from Tocqueville Society cochairs Muffin
Society is made up of individuals who have committed to Adamiak and Noreen Fisher. “I believe in the mission of United
making a significant investment in the future of Martin County Way. I believe it improves lives by taking our dollars and
– they set the standard for charitable giving. Collectively, their magnifying their impact through coordinated grants to well-run
generosity represents 40 percent United Way of Martin County’s nonprofits,” Fisher said.
annual campaign with gifts that total more than $1.4 million. United Way presented the coveted Alexis de Tocqueville
But more than that, they are visionaries who lead by example. Outstanding Philanthropy Award to Sailfish Point residents
United Way recently hosted the annual Tocqueville Society Charlie and Gerry Ruibal for their leadership and passion for
reception at Sailfish Point Country Club to gather those members improving people’s lives and strengthening our community. The
for an evening of fellowship. Ruibals have been members of United Way of Martin County’s
Tocqueville Society for more
than two decades while
also supporting many other
nonprofit organizations. The
Ruibals have also endowed Charlie and Gerry Ruibal, recipients of the Alexis de
two scholarships and the Tocqueville Outstanding Philanthropist Award, with Noreen
RUIBAL Challenge (Reaching Fisher and Muffin Adamiak, cochairs of UWMC’s Alexis de
Urban Individuals By Action Tocqueville Society
and Love) at Villanova. “At
Villanova I learned about United Way on page 3