Page 9 - Martin Downs Bulletin - March '22

Martin Downs, Page 9

Good Works from page 8 proclaimed “history junkie”
Big Brothers Big Sisters Of and is a credited researcher for
The New York Times best seller,
Palm Beach And Martin Being George Washington –
The Indispensable Man. In her
Counties Adds Three To Staff spare time she enjoys reading,
watching documentaries and
By Jackie Holfelder exploring new places.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach & Martin Counties Lastree Lemene has joined
(BBBSPBMC) recently announced the addition of three new BBBSPBMC as Match
team members. Support Specialist, supporting
Kara Hitner is Marketing And Events Coordinator, the School to Work program
responsible for coordination and planning of special and its participants. She also
fundraising events. assists with recruitment and Angela Wiltz Lastree Lemene Kara Hitner
Hitner graduated from Florida International University with enrollment for the program.
Bachelor of Science in hospitality management and a specialty Lamene was involved with the agency for more than seven network, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored
in event and meeting planning and has four years previous work years as a volunteer Big Sister and recently returned to the matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children
experience in the field. In her free time, she enjoys attending staff this past fall. A graduate of the University of Florida with (“Littles”), ages 6 through young adulthood in Palm Beach and
community events/festivals, spending time with family and a Bachelor of Science in tourism, recreation and parks, in her Martin counties. We develop positive relationships that have a
friends, going to the beach, crafting and gardening. She’s thrilled spare time, Lastree enjoys working as a professional organizer direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.
to bring passion for event coordination to BBBSPBMC, “an and spending time with her boyfriend, her family, and her dog, To learn more, visit www.mentorbig.org.
amazing nonprofit that enriches the lives of so many children.” Lulu. Seeing firsthand how her relationship with her Little Sister Photos by BBBSPBMC
Angela Wiltz, Community Engagement and Outreach has flourished, she finds motivation in helping create similar
Coordinator, majored in public relations at Emerson College experiences for Littles and Bigs to come. One of her favorite
in Boston. She has worked for several nonprofit organizations, quotes is “I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone
including the Cathedral of the Pines, New Hampshire’s only across the waters to create many ripples” by Mother Teresa.
congressionally recognized war memorial and Mercury Since 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters has operated under
One, where she helped organize large scale stadium events, the belief that inherent in every child is incredible potential. As
and coordinated international outreach. Wiltz is a self- the nation’s largest donor- and volunteer-supported mentoring
102 Year Anniversary
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Water Fest And Mutt March Do You Have
Reunite For An Inspiring An Old Fur Hanging

‘Saturday In The Park’ In The Closet

The city of Stuart, Not Being Worn?
in collaboration with Restyle Your Old Fur
Students4H2O, a local youth
lead organization, will hold the Hanging In Your Closet
eighth annual Water Fest on
March 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
at Stuart Memorial Park, located
at 300 S.E. Ocean Blvd. 220-0279. Anne Ellig is the Water Fest contact and may be
Water Fest involves the reached at (772) 600-1206 or via email at aellig@ci.stuart.
participation of Martin County schools. Its goal is to educate the fl.us. Courtney Zanetti is the Mutt March contact and may be
community and surrounding areas on water advocacy and how reached at (772) 600-3211 or via email at czanetti@hstc1.org.
water is vital to all forms of life. About Students4H2O
Once again, the city of Stuart and the Humane Society of Students4H2O was established in Martin County
the Treasure Coast (HSTC) are joining forces and combining with the mission to enhance education, stewardship, and
their two signature events, Water Fest and Mutt March, into citizenship for all students in our community. We believe
one free event. every individual matters and a sustainable community will
Martin County elementary, middle and high schools will lead to a sustainable planet by following the mission of the
provide environmentally-themed hands-on activities and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. By doing so,
demonstrations at their booths. They will advocate alongside we strive to empower our children by saving the earth, one
numerous organizations, including Water for South Sudan. student at a time. For more information, please visit www. To A Beautiful
“I cannot express how excited I am to come to Stuart and Students4H2O.org or call (772) 220-0279.
meet some of the fantastic supporters in person that have About Water Fest Vest, Jacket,
helped provide clean water in South Sudan,” said Elissa Since 2012, Water Fest has been an environmental Or Teddy Bear
Rowley, development and communications coordinator. festival hosted by the city of Stuart in Stuart Memorial Park.
“Water for South Sudan is thrilled to participate in Water Fest The outdoor expo, which is free to the public, focuses on
2022 – be sure to visit me at the Students4H2O/WFSS booth!” promoting water conservation and bringing awareness of
Attendees will be able to enjoy face painting, contests, current and future water quality and supply issues. Festival
environmental education, and music throughout the event. At goers visit booths staffed by respected environmental
11:30 a.m., there will be a Walk for Water to raise awareness professionals, local educators and peers, rising leaders, Come By During Our
about the global water crisis. and utility personnel who provide interactive environmental
The first 200 attendees that bring a plastic bag to lessons, demonstrations, contests, and games. The city Recycle Fur & Mink
Students4H2O’s booth will receive a Publix reusable bag. of Stuart collaborates with Students4H2O to produce the Restyling Event
Mutt March will host a 5K run, a flea-“less” market, a springtime event, which among other endeavors, facilitates
lure course, a pet photo booth, and a canine costume contest, a walk for water to depict the challenge women and children Brought to you by Restyle Your Fur,
which will begin at noon. face in many third world countries to obtain drinking water. Restyle Division of LaBelle Furs since
“It was Benjamin Franklin who famously said, ‘When the About The Humane Society Of The Treasure Coast
well is dry, we know the worth of water.’ Some on our planet Since 1955, the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast, 4100 1919, www.restyleyourfur.com and
have an arduous time even getting to the well,” said Anne S.W. Leighton Farm Ave. in Palm City, has been the leading www.laBellefurs.com
Ellig, recycling and conservation coordinator for the city of advocate for homeless, abused and abandoned animals in
Stuart. “Attend Water Fest and learn how you can become Martin County. The HSTC provides the Treasure Coast’s Teach Your Old Fur
better stewards of water so that everyone has enough.” most progressive spay-neuter and adoption programs and New Tricks!!!
Adriana Mancini, founder and president of Students4H2O dynamic humane education services. The HSTC has long had
adds, “We encourage students to show up, whether they have partnerships with like-minded organizations. The HSTC does March 25th and 26th
been to Water Fest before or not. Attending is a great start to not euthanize to make space at its shelter, there are no time
learning how you can take local action to create global impact.” limits on how long animals stay in its care, and no companion Friday & Saturday
For more information regarding Students4H2O, please animal is turned away for any reason. For more information, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
contact Adriana Mancini at info@Students4H2O.org or (772) visit www.hstc1.org or call (772) 223-8822.
for Additional Information or Questions
call (407) 341-4740

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