Vitalia Voice | August 2015

VITALIA

VOICE August 2015 | www.VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com

Beat the Heat with Fun Activities!

Local Events, Clubs, Groups & Classes PAGES 9, 11-17

Summer Cleaning

A Message from Your Community Manager PAGE 4

Tips for the Hot Weather PAGE 6

Vitalia Information hours of operation Captiva Club Amenity Center

Mon-Sat: 6am-10pm

Sunset Beach Pool & The Colony Pool

Sun: 8am-8pm Daily Dawn to Dusk

phone/website list Evergreen Customer Service

877-221-6919

Email: customerservice@evergreen-lm.com AV Homes Customer Care

800-858-5933

AVHomesInc.com/owner-care Captiva Club Front Desk

772-800-2504

Captiva Club Fitness Desk

772-800-2503

HOA Website VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com Security Guardhouse

772-345-4987

Driver’s License Department

772-337-5600

Florida Power and Light

772-462-0555

Home Town Cable Plus

772-345-6000

Lawnwood Regional Medical Center

772-461-4000

NUI City Gas

772-871-2551

Port St. Lucie Police Dept.

772-871-5000

Port St. Lucie Utilities

772-873-6400

(Emergency After Hours)

Port St. Lucie Utilities

772-871-5330

(Set Up)

Social Security Administration

800-772-1213

St. Lucie County

Medical Center

772-335-4000

Sheriff

772-462-7300

Port St. Lucie Fire Department

772-621-3400

Port St. Lucie West Library

772-873-3309

Tradition Medical Center

772-345-8100

Waste Pro/Recycle

772-595-9390

stlucieco.gov/solid_waste/recycling.htm

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av homes news

By Matt Orosz and Steve Orosz, Division Co-Presidents of AV Homes, Inc.

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he many faces of Vitalia at Tradition! We’ve had the utmost pleasure learning more about Vitalia’s all-star residents, which then led to our “aha” moment. A closeknit community and the many cultures and backgrounds that make up this neighborhood are the very things that make living here such a wonderful and one-of-a-kind experience. Obvious from the wide range of interest clubs and groups that have been coming together, Vitalia residents are the masterminds behind clubs like the Juliets, Cooks Corner, and Retreads Remote Control Car Club plus dozens more. Not to mention the lifestyle! Keeping up with active residents is a full-time job and the Lifestyles Team here is delivering nothing but the best from movie nights to special events! We can only imagine the spectacle that will describe the Gulf Stream Casino trip scheduled in October and better yet the pictures!

We’ve got a great thing going on down here in this tucked away piece of paradise so let’s keep the good times coming by inviting friends and families to sample the Vitalia experience!

Made possible with the new Discovery Days program, guests can enjoy an all-access adventure exploring life within the community and all that waits beyond the gates in bustling Tradition. For many this once-in-a-lifetime experience turns into a permanent state of mind because truth be told, friends really are the best neighbors. Also, as a community on the rise, you can always count on getting the latest community updates by stopping by the New Home Sales Center. From new neighborhoods to new homes, the door is always open. With a wonderful first half of the year down in the books, it’s safe to say that we’re going to finish off this second half with a bang!

anniversaries Stephen & Wanda Brown Tony & Susan Reagan John & Nancy Smullen James & Pamela Swint Jerry & Tina Corrado Gregory & Cathy Forte Richard Ifflander & Barbara McKernan Richard & Carol Rutledge Tom & Ricky Stephens Jeff & Melinda Hassel Thomas & Christine Morrison Samuel & Mary Jo Seeman Thomas & Margaret Cacciola Mark & Mary Stowasser Allen & Nancy Bernstein Ronald & Shirley Chilluffo Ruben & Barbara Cortina Joseph & Janet Mehling

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community news

Summer Cleaning

Tyler Heel Community Manager theel@ evergreen-lm.com 877-221-6919

Summer is definitely here! I trust everyone is having a fantastic summer of travel, seeing family and friends, and relaxing!

to the house, this solution removes mold; lifts off and disperses oils and pollutants; and emulsifies and removes spider sacs and insect residue.

ON GIVING YOUR HOUSE A BATH

Soft-washing is much gentler on surfaces than pressure-washing. Even walls with failing paint (chalking, chipping, or bubbling) can be safely soft-washed. When a home is soft-washed, windows rarely leak, and screens and soffits don’t get blown in. A 1600-square-foot home will generally cost between $250 and $300 to be soft-washed from the roof line all the way down to the ground.

Have you noticed lately that your gutters are looking green? Soffits are going gray? Spiders are leaving egg sacs around, and mud daubers are moving in?

If so, your home is a candidate for a wash, and if you don’t want to tackle it yourself, you can hire an exterior cleaning company to do it for you. They’ll do it in a third of the time it will take you because they’ve got products and tools designed specifically for the job.

If you decide to hire a company, here’s a little information to help you in your decision: Ask how the company plans to wash your house.

Will they soft-wash it or pressure-wash it?

Some companies only clean with traditional pressure-washing: water sprayed under high pressure (3000-5000 psi) to accomplish cleaning. Be forewarned if you decide to go this route. The high pressure can damage glass, screens, soffits, paint, architectural foam, and the substrate of your home (stucco, brick, etc.).

Some companies clean houses with softwashing. Soft-washing is the use of a mild chemical solution that is sprayed onto surfaces with minimal pressure (under 100 psi). Applied

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As with hiring any professional contractor, remember to ask: Are you licensed? Are you insured? Are you certified? Be sure they are licensed and insured. Certification is not as crucial, but if the answer is yes, you have that much more confidence that they are trained and experienced, and will do a great job on your home. If you would like a recommendation on a cleaning company, stop in!

KNOW YOUR DOCUMENTS Did you know that no decorative objects including, but not limited to, bird baths, light fixtures, sculptures, statutes, or weather vanes shall be installed or placed with or upon any portion of Vitalia without the prior written approval of the ARC? Have a fantastic August!

lifestyles news

Tips for the Hot Summer Weather

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reetings from the Lifestyles Department!

The summer months are here and it is HOT! I asked some of our trainers for some tips on hydration and keeping cool while enjoying outside activities. Here is what they shared with me.

Carlyn Hagler Lifestyles Director chagler@ evergreen-lm.com 772-800-2505

SUNSCREEN Use sunscreen as a daily regimen! Apply sunscreen at least 15 minutes before you head outdoors. Sunscreen is most effective when given a chance to be absorbed by your skin.

Choose sunscreen with an SPF of 25 or above and remember to reapply the sunscreen at least every two hours.

CLOTHING Wear loose, light-colored clothes and a widebrimmed hat to protect your neck, face, and ears. To help you stay cool and avoid sunburn, choose clothing with lighter colors which reflect more of the sun’s rays. Darker colors absorb more UV rays.

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HYDRATION Hydrate! Hydrate! Hydration is one of the most important tips to remember! Remember to bring along a few bottles of water before you head to the pool or beach. Water can come from food, as well. Leafy greens, cucumbers, and berries are all high in water content.

Watermelon is 91% water, so what better treat to add to your cooler for extra hydration.

SUN EXPOSURE The sun’s most harmful rays come down between 10am and 2pm. An early morning trip to the beach or pool is a great way to avoid the most intense UV exposure.

We have a great group of personal trainers that will answer any of your questions regarding diet and exercise. FREE consultations are available by contacting any of the personal trainers listed on page 8. Have a safe, wonderful rest of your summer and enjoy this piece of tropical paradise we live in!

fitness news

Meet the New Pilates Instructor CHARLIE TOOCH Would you like to be monstrously strong? Still moving with the same pain? Not able to advance your training? Can’t pick up your grandkids or golf clubs? Are you backsliding due to injury?

Are your coaches and chiropractors frustrated and saying the same thing: “Try harder!” or “Just DON’T do that one?”

Do you think Pilates is just a girly stretch class? THINK AGAIN. Charlie Tooch will be your tour guide through the body. She’s taught over 30,000 hours of movement.

Everything from post injury rehab for elite athletes to stenosis, scoliosis, sciatica, and insert-every-kind-of-it-ishere, joint replacements, fusions, and the list goes on and on.

Learn more about Charlie at www.stretchmecharlie.com.

Lifestyles Staff Spotlight ASHELY & VANESSA Meet our new Lifestyle Attendants, Ashley and Vanessa! Ashley moved to Florida in July 2013 from Houston, Texas. She attends Keiser University and studies psychology. Her goal is to attend Palm Beach Academy to study health and beauty.

Ashley spends her spare time reading and practicing her makeup artistry skills! Vanessa is a proud mom of three beautiful kids! She was born in Manhattan but raised in Port St. Lucie since the age of 9. Vanessa loves to read, sew, and spend time with her family. We are excited to have both ladies on our team!

Want to Lose Weight?

Gain More Flexibility?

Loosen Up Those Tight Muscles?

FOR A COMPLIMENTARY FITNESS ASSESSMENT AND CONSULTATION, CONTACT ONE OF OUR PERSONAL TRAINERS Alexander Marshall: 772-353-9136 Anthony Soilis: 914-703-258 8 Vitalia Voice | August 2015

Dana Vario: 914-469-2522 Terri Cousins: 772-475-1039

out & about Fitness Classes Current class schedules are posted in the Clubhouse and on the www.VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com calendar.

All Level Yoga Shoreside Aerobics Studio

Authentic Hatha Yoga class with focus on proper alignment with emphasis on breath and meditation. This deeply relaxing class enlivens the body, challenges the mind and soothes the spirit. Please enter the room in silence and bring your own mat, towel, and water in a closed container.

Aquacise Sunset Pool

An excellent cardio and strength workout for all levels by utilizing water weights, aqua gloves and noodles to achieve a very unique workout. Swimming is not required.

Aqua Zumba Sunset Beach Pool

Get your ‘groove on’ as you burn calories with a complete, no-impact workout. This class is for all who enjoy having a blast while getting in an aqua-fantastic workout!

Core Strength Shoreside Aerobics Studio

A safe yet effective, non-impact exercise class designed to strengthen the CORE muscles of the body while increasing flexibility and range of motion. Improve strength, posture, balance and coordination. A strong foundation is a key component to prevent injury, reduce back pain & enhance your activities of daily living. Firm up those trouble zones without applying negative force to the body. It doesn’t have to hurt to get results! All levels are welcome! Modifications will be given to ensure safety and to cater to all levels. No fancy equipment necessary.

Group X Toning Shoreside Aerobics Studio

Take your workout to the next level. This class is designed to strengthen and sculpt every major muscle group utilizing hand weights and/or barbells and other equipment.

Group Exercise provides a motivating atmosphere that is conducive to working out! Any fitness level is welcome and weights are provided.

H20 Pilates Sunset Beach Pool

Non-impact strengthening and stretching movements that require precise breathing and muscle control. Practicing

Pilates in the water develops trunk stabilization, enhances muscle strength, helps correct posture and relieves stress.

Line Dancing Shoreside Aerobics Studio

Line dance is a choreographed dance with a repeated sequence of steps in which a group of people dance in one or more lines or rows , all facing either each other or in the same direction, and executing the steps at the same time.

Pilates Shoreside Aerobics Studio

The content of each class is dictated by the bodies that attend it. Want to fix your sciatica; Scoliosis; or Stenosis?

Don’t have any injuries and wanna keep it that way? Learn how to stack yourself with integrity (perfect posture) so you can build strength and power wherever you need it.

Stretch & Balance Shoreside Aerobics Studio

A workout that builds flexibility and strength and leaves you feeling centered and calm. Controlled breathing, concentration and a carefully structured series of stretches, moves and poses to create a holistic workout that brings the body into a state of harmony and balance.

Yin/Restorative Yoga Shoreside Aerobics Studio

This is passive style using long stretches of 1-20 minutes to work the fascia (connective tissue); we will be holding for 2-8 minutes per pose. Restorative takes the same pose and through the use of blankets, bolsters and/or blocks, allows the person to “melt” into a relaxed state. All work is done on the mat either seated or lying down and may utilize the wall.

Zumba Shoreside Aerobics Studio

A class that incorporates Latin and international music and dance with a blended balance of cardio and muscle toning.

Zumba Gold Shoreside Aerobics Studio

The class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion, and coordination.

This is a modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower-intensity.

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news board

News from the Vitalia Event Planning Committee Submitted by Cathy Powers

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hanges have taken place in your Vitalia Social Committee. Great volunteers remain but the structure of the committee has evolved. Instead of having two subcommittees under the umbrella of the Social Committee, there is now one combined committee. The new name is the Vitalia Event Planning Committee. The role of the group is to provide a variety of events that will be fun for residents. Be sure to check out the Vitalia website (www.VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com) for minutes from meetings and to stay on top of planned events.

Coming in September will be a fabulous Dance Night Party on Labor Day, September 7th. The entertainment of

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TNT will keep you smiling and dancing as they sing the night away with all your favorite songs. It is a BYOB event.

Gather your friends, put on your dancing shoes, bring a snack, and get ready for an amazing entertaining party!

Here is a list of the upcoming stage shows planned for the Grand Treasure Ballroom:

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November 20th - Marcus Terrell and Band January 23rd – Rocket Man: A Tribute to Elton John February 14th - Karen Grainger, Singer March 5th - Comedians Jessica and Diane April 2nd - The Bronx Wanderers Band

Joseph & Patricia Agricola John & Sharon Antonacci Robert & Lucille Blaesi Thomas Hitt & Cecilia Carmichael Arthur & Sheri George William Silinski & Adele Golden Joel & Vicki Jacobs Kathleen Lewis Vincent & Patricia Manfredi Stuart & Sheila Marshall Arthur & Kathleen McNamara Michael DeMella & Paula Moya Donald & Vesna Newman Rick & Jill Okin Jack & Pat Paluszek John & Julie Phillips Bill Haskins & Robin Potera-Haskins Michael & Tina Scarpulla James & Mary Scott Thomas & Joanne Timmons John & Claudia Zajchowski

out & about Lifestyles Summer Brunch Thursday, August 6th | 10am-11:30am | $10 Grand Treasure Ballroom

Rise and shine my Vitalia residents; that’s right come and join us at our first Summer Brunch. Enjoy some delicious food! This is a perfect way to meet your neighbors.

Guests are welcome. Only $10 per person! The guest speaker is Nicole King, Founder and Board Chair of The Willow House, a new nonprofit organization serving the Treasure Coast. Read more about The Willow House at www.willowhouseforgirls.com and check out the yummy brunch menu on www.VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com!

Trivia. Test your knowledge at a variety of categories.

Team captain will be allowed to purchase tickets for the whole table, a total of 8 tickets per team. As a reminder, make sure to give your team members their tickets in advance, as they will be collected at the door. If you're currently not part of a team, you're welcome to buy an individual ticket and the staff at the front desk will help assign you to a table. RESIDENTS ONLY. $5 per person and don't forget to BYOB!

LIFESTYLES EVENTS TICKET SALE INFORMATION

Bangle Bracelet Workshop Tuesday, August 11th | 10am-4pm | $59 Captiva Club

This is a great way to learn a great skill that can be used, not only in the creation of your jewelry piece, but on all kinds of projects around the house. This class is taught

by International Instructor Nancy Olliver, the Mosaic Mermaid. She will teach you how to turn old discarded teacups into heirloom bracelets through her unique re-heirlooming system. All supplies will be provided.

Students are encouraged to bring their own teacups if they have some that are special to them or cracked and no longer in use. Also you can bring in broken jewelry to add into the bracelet as well. There is limited seating, so purchase your ticket early at the Captiva Club lobby. A light lunch of sandwiches and chips will be served. The Vitalia resident cost is $59 ($85 value).

Coffee Talk: Meet Your Manager Wednesday, August 12th | 1pm-2:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Come out for some coffee and meet your community property manager, Tyler Heel. He will share updates regarding the Vitalia community. Residents only!

Movie Night - The Age of Adaline Thursday, August 13th | 7pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

FREE. Just BYOB and snacks and enjoy the show! See ad on page 5 for more information on the movie.

Trivia Saturday, August 15th | 7pm | Doors Open at 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Join your friends and neighbors for a friendly game of

The main ticket sale will be the first Monday of every month. Tickets for September’s events will be on sale Monday, August 3rd in the Grand Treasure Ballroom from 9am–11am. Afterwards, tickets will be sold at the Captiva Club Front Desk. Only checks are accepted (made payable to “Vitalia HOA”). Ticket sales are final.

Club Amici, Bunco, and Bingo tickets will be sold in the Ballroom. All residents will need to present their resident ID badges in order to purchase a ticket. Tickets are for residents only (unless otherwise specified). After two weeks, if an event is not sold out, residents can purchase additional tickets for adult guests.

Art Classes Mosaic Mondays | 9am Biscayne Room

This interesting class involves putting together small pieces of tile, glass, and pebbles to create patterns on a variety of surfaces. Create beautiful items for your home or patio. Projects range from $35-$50. RSVP to the Lifestyle Office, as space is limited.

Silk Painting Wednesdays | 9am Biscayne Room

Create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece using easy techniques. This surprisingly simple art form has amazingly beautiful results! Projects range from $10-$20.

RSVP to the Lifestyle Office, as space is limited.

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out & about Club / Group Art Group Tuesdays | 9:30am-12:30pm Biscayne Room

We are a group of neighbors that enjoy being creative.

Most of us have never painted before, but with each other’s help we’ve created works of art that make us smile. Why? Because we made it. All are welcome at all levels from experienced artists to total art beginners. If you enjoy drawing or painting, join us. You can paint on your own or use one of our templates. Discover your art side or improve your existing skills. Share your own unique style. Most of all we enjoy each other and have fun. Contact Ricky Stephens at sendaheartart@gmail.com.

Baseball Vitalia Club Tuesday, August 4th | 4:30pm Biscayne Room

Baseball fans! Whether you are a diehard follower of your home team, love to watch the game at the park or on TV, talk history or trivia, play fantasy, toss dice, or collect memorabilia, Baseball Vitalia is where you can connect with other fans of the National Pastime. Each month, we have ballpark outings and get-togethers to watch games at each other's homes. For more information, contact Ron Shandler at baseball@ronshandler.com or 540-815-0643.

Bingo Sunday, August 23rd | 7pm-9pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

For more information, contact Helen Penzel at 772-3454225 or Rick Dixon at rdixon@vitaliaattraditionhoa.com.

The cost is $5 per person. Please bring the exact amount of cash, as we cannot make change. Coffee and snacks will be served. BYOB. Your $5 will cover the cost of the refreshments and allow us to give larger prizes and/or play more games. Come and have some fun!

Bocce/Petanque Club Bocce: Saturdays | 9am | Courts Petanque: Tuesdays | 8:30am & Wednesdays | 6pm

Bocce is originally an Italian game played between two teams consisting of a maximum of four players on each team. It is played with eight large colored balls and one small target ball called the Bellini. The object of the game is to get as close to the Bellini as possible. For more information on Bocce and play times, contact Greg at get300zx@aol.com or 772-345-9267.

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Petanque is originally a French game played between two teams of various sizes. It is played with metal balls only (two or three) and one small ball called the cochonnet ( jack).

The object of the game is to get as close to the cochonnet as possible. For more information on Petanque, contact Christine at cbianchin@hotmail.com or 508-816-4632.

Book Club Tuesday, August 11th | 9:30am Augustine Room

The book we’ll be discussing at our next meeting is The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins. The synopsis follows: Rachel takes the same commuter train every morning. Every day she rattles down the track, flashes past a stretch of cozy suburban homes, and stops at the signal that allows her to daily watch the same couple breakfasting on their deck. She’s even started to feel like she knows them. “Jess and Jason,” she calls them. Their life—as she sees it—is perfect. Not unlike the life she recently lost.

And then she sees something shocking. It’s only a minute until the train moves on, but it’s enough. Now everything’s changed. Unable to keep it to herself, Rachel offers what she knows to the police, and becomes inextricably entwined in what happens next, as well as in the lives of everyone involved. Has she done more harm than good?

The upcoming book is The Story Hour by Thirty Umrigar for September. In October we will discuss Madame Tussaud: A Novel of the French Revolution by Michelle Moran. For more information, contact Adrian Goetz at 772-345-2294 or gba1255@aol.com.

Bowling Tuesdays | 1:30pm Super Play U.S.A.

Join your Vitalia neighbors for a friendly game of bowling.

Informal and fun. No RSVP needed. All skill levels welcome. For more information, contact ronda.sadowsky@ gmail.com.

Bunco Sunday, August 9th | 7pm-9pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Want to play an energetic dice game? Join us on the second Sunday of each month. Our game includes 3 dice,

out & about Club / Group a score sheet, and a lot of fun. The cost is $5 per person.

The prizes are gift cards to Publix. We collect on the first Monday of each month at the Captiva Club from 9am to 10:30am. If writing a check, please make it out to cash.

You can bring snacks if you wish. For more information, please contact Sue Ann Goldman at 772-345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus.net.

Car Club For more information, contact Greg at 732-539-9110 or get300zx@aol.com or Stan at 732-915-4671 or smr1944@ gmail.com.

Club Amici Celebrates the San Gennaro Festival Friday, September 18th | 6pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

The San Gennaro Festival is from historic Little Italy in lower Manhattan, which served as the first home in America for many Italian immigrants. Dance to the amazing music of Tony and Holly, offering all of our favorites. There will be door prizes and a photo booth! Bring an entrée, hors d’oeuvre, salad, or dessert. BYOB. Tickets are $5 per person. Pick up your ticket at the first Monday ticket sales and select your table. The hosts are Mary Blancato and Roz Vanderhoff. RSVP to vanderhr@bellsouth.net.

Co-Ed Dart Club Mondays and Wednesdays | 6:45pm Beachside Dart Room

No dues...it’s free and lots of fun. No experience necessary. Please join us on Monday or Wednesday nights at 6:45pm. No need to RSVP, just show up and have fun with your neighbors. Room limit is 32 people, so it will be first come, first serve. For more information, contact Brian Stadtler at 772-345-2772 or bstadtler@gmail.com.

Co-Ed Water Volleyball Wednesdays and Sundays | 9am The Colony Pool

This game is for anyone looking for a little friendly competition. No experience necessary. No RSVP needed.

Cooks Corner Culinary Club Monday, August 17th | 5:30pm Fernando’s Dockside Grille 2214 SE Veteran’s Parkway, Port St. Lucie

Join your fellow foodies for a special dining event. Enjoy

conversation over some fruit and cheese before moving into the dining area for your special meal. Cook’s Corner members will be offered four additional courses – appetizers, salad, entrée, and dessert.

Appetizers will be served family style at each table and consist of such delights as shrimp mozambique, cod fish cakes, PEI mussels, and Portuguese sausage flambé. You will have a choice of dinner entrées from the following: salmon with stuffed crabmeat in a lobster saffron sauce, shrimp scampi with linguine, grilled black angus sirloin steak in a chianti sauce, or chicken cognac consisting of sautéed chicken breast with mushrooms and sundried tomatoes in a cognac and cream sauce. Dessert will consist of a homemade flan with seasonal berries.

The cost for this event for members is $45 (which includes tax and gratuity). Cash bar will be open.

Fernando will be available to make recommendations for wine parings to those interested. Club members must RSVP your selection and payment by August 6th. This event will be open to non-club members on a first come basis as space is available, between August 6th and 8th.

Hurry, as Fernando can only accommodate 50 guests for this event. RSVP to cookscornervitalia@gmail.com.

Dart Club Tuesdays | 7pm Beachside Dart Room

It's FREE and no need to RSVP! The Dart Club is limited to 24 people. Just show up by 6:50pm and have some FUN! No experience necessary. Contact Mike Mamo at 772-345-0561 for more information.

Dogs & Cats Forever Club This fall we will be collecting pet supplies for Dogs & Cats Forever. They are a “no kill shelter” in Fort Pierce.

More details to follow. For more information about the club, please contact Kathy Pachuta at mirage0204@ htcplus.net or 772-345-2311.

Friends and Neighbors for Education (FAN Club) Fundraiser Dance Party Saturday, August 22nd | 7pm-10pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

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out & about Club / Group donation. The “Back to School” event will be held to raise funds for early literacy and learning of children enrolled in two very special Port St. Lucie Child Care Centers.

There will be an auction of a whole host of sought after items and services. Come prepared to offer your best bid!

There will be a “matching baby pictures to residents” contest, so please submit your baby pictures to cathy@ powersnetwork.com. The cost of the ticket is only $15. Buy your tickets on August 3rd in the Grand Treasure Ballroom or contact Mary Stowasser at 262-443-2487 or Cecily Sommer at 772-345-2467. Planning meetings are set for August 7th and 14th at 9am, if you’d like to participate.

Good News Club - Bible Study Wednesdays | 3pm-4:30pm Augustine Room

Contact Cathy Simon at finefeather1983@gmail.com, for more information.

Gun Club Thursday, August 6th | 10:30am Biscayne Room

This club discusses issues that are important to gun owners. Also, plans are made for an occasional trip to a shooting range. All are welcome; however, no guns or ammunition of any type are allowed in the Amenity Center. Contact Jerry Mastrov at 772-345-0377.

Hand & Foot Thursdays | 1pm-4pm Biscayne Room

Calling all neighbors - come join us for Hand & Foot on Thursday afternoons. Hand & Foot is similar to canasta and easy to learn. We will gladly teach you how to play. Please contact Bob Goldman at 772-345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus. net for further information. Happy Labor Day to all!

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Juliets Thursday, September 10th Twisted Tuna in Stuart

Guess who showed up at our past luncheon at the Sailor’s Return? Our very own Mayor! He posed with us for this picture. The Juliet’s meet every second Thursday of the month. We will be resuming next month in September, where we will be going to the Twisted Tuna restaurant in Stuart. This restaurant has fantastic views along the Manatee Pocket Sound. Look in your September Vitalia Voice for more information.

Ladies Golf Group Thursdays

Players are welcome to join the 18-hole Ladies Golf Group, which will play at various courses in the area.

Contact Jan Flynt at jancflynt@icloud.com.

Ladies of Vitalia (LOVe) Hadassah We will not be meeting this month. Our general meetings are on the first Tuesday of each month from 10:30am-12:30pm. We will be taking orders for the Enjoyment Books starting August 1st. Our September 1st meeting will be our chartering of Ladies of Vitalia and our installation of officers. Our 2nd Annual Break The Fast will be held on September 23rd at 6pm. A complete dairy meal will be served. Look for more information in the clubhouse and in the upcoming Vitalia Voice. Please remember that everyone is invited to attend any and all of our functions. Happy Labor Day to all!

Ladies Water Volleyball Thursdays | 3pm The Colony Pool

The ladies of Vitalia will meet at the pool for a friendly game of volleyball.

out & about Club / Group Mahjong Club Please contact Shelley Deixler at shell842@gmail.com for more information and days/times that the club meets.

MALKA'S MAHJONG CORNER ASK THE EXPERT NNNNN DDDD 11111 (quint any wind and any number in any suit; kong any dragon).

Q: The above hand has to be two suits, right? The number quint has to be a different suit from the dragon kong?

A: No! The hand can be two suits or it can be one suit. Look in the parenthetical. There’s that word “any” again. “Any” always means “any.” SSSSS DDDD 33333. EEEEE DDDD 88888.

Men's 8 Ball League of Vitalia Thursdays | 7pm-9:30pm Beachside Billiards Room

The Men’s 8 Ball League meets on Thursdays. Due to the size of the room, we can only accommodate a total of 16 members (there is currently 10). As interest grows, we will look at options of expanding to more than one night. If you are interested, just show up and join the league. Bring your skill and have some fun. Contact Jerry Warrener at 610283-1534 or jdub919@outlook.com or Bill Sheehan at 302841-8664 or bill@sheehan3.com, for more information.

Men's Golf Mondays

Steve Tuckman is leading this group, which meets every Monday morning at different area golf courses. If you’d like to join or need more information, please contact Steve at tuck61494@gmail.com.

Men's Water Volleyball Saturdays | 9am The Colony Pool

The men of Vitalia will meet at the pool for a friendly game of H2O volleyball. For more information, contact Phil at philsavader@aol.com.

Missy Sippy's Club The Missy Sippy’s will be taking a summer hiatus, and will be returning in the fall months. Look in the upcoming

Vitalia Voice for further information. Have a wonderful summer! For more information, please contact Shelley Deixler at shell842@gmail.com.

Music Lover's Club We meet monthly to share in the enjoyment of all types of music, including videos from concerts, TV shows, and movies and to plan special evening events for the enjoyment of its 300+ members. The meetings are entertaining, informative, and just plain fun! New members are always welcome. Contact Mark Rosenbaum at mark.rosenbaum9850@gmail or 631-796-7651 for more information.

Pickleball Club Daily | 6:30am Pickleball Courts

To arrange play for beginners or if you need more information, contact Larry (LJ) Miller at 772-345-2111.

New players are wanted. Join us to make new friends and to have fun.

Ping Pong Club Wednesdays | 7pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Come and join the fun every Wednesday in the Ballroom starting at 7pm. For more information, contact Jill Leads at jilbarry612@aol.com.

Pinochle Fridays | 6pm Biscayne Room

Want to enjoy an evening out playing pinochle? Join us; both beginner and experienced players are welcome. Please contact Bob Goldman at 772-345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus. net, for further information. Happy Labor Day to all!

Red Hot Seasons Wednesday, September 16th

We meet every other month. Our next meeting will be held on September 16th. Information will be in the next Vitalia Voice for location and time.

Retreads Remote Control Car Club Thursday, August 13th | 9am Car Track

Monthly meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at 9am at the Car Track (located on SW Apple August 2015 | Vitalia Voice 15

out & about Club / Group Blossom), weather permitting. For more information, contact Brian Stadtler at 772-345-2772.

Seashell Sunset Social Club Tuesday, August 18th | 7:30pm Seashell Pavilion

Join your neighbors at the Seashell Sunset Social Club.

We are meeting on the third Tuesday of each month. It is a great way to stay in touch with neighbors, meet our new residents, and welcome them to our wonderful community and just relax at the beautiful Seashell Pavilion. We will be celebrating the fantastic sunsets and other events during the year. If desired, bring your favorite beverage. For more information and to be included on the updates, please email Jan Flynt at jancflynt@icloud.com.

Single's Club Saturday, August 8th | 5:30pm Fernando’s Dockside Grille 2214 SE Veterans Memorial Highway, Port St. Lucie

Please join the Single’s Club for dinner at this fine dining restaurant, which specializes in Portuguese and Mediterranean food. RSVP to Susan O’Dell at susanannodell@hotmail.com for reservation purposes.

Stickball Sundays | 8am

Come one, come all every Sunday morning at 8am in the parking lot of the Captiva Club. Spectators welcomed! For more information, contact Phil at philsavader@aol.com.

Sunshine Club The mission of the Sunshine Club is to provide sympathy and/or support to each resident by providing a community response to such situations as illness or death. The club has set up an email address for residents to report any instance(s) that would warrant a card or gift. The email address is sunshineatvitalia@gmail.com. Let us know if a neighbor or friend is sick or has a death in the family via email. Membership is $15 for a household and $7.50 for a single household. Please pick up an enrollment form in the clubhouse library and send it with a check to Susan O'Dell (the information is on the form).

Tennis Talk Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays | 7am-9am Tennis Courts

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refurbished and courts 4 and 5 are on the agenda. So, don’t be shy! Come on over and join us at the courts on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday mornings during our summer hours of 7am–9am when we have “Everyone Plays” round robin games. It does not matter what level you are, the players are here to help you fit in. As we grow, players at various levels will have ample opportunity to form groups and set playing times. If you haven’t yet done it, stop at the courts and all those playing will be happy to answer your questions, help you get started, make some new friends, and play some good tennis. Any questions, feel free to contact Dave Segal at 772-345-3995 or thedave428@outlook.com or Judy Stallone at 954-6149282 or jstallone65@hotmail.com.

Travel Club of Vitalia Bus Trip to Hard Rock Casino Wednesday, August 19th | 8:15am-6pm

Open to all residents. The price per person is $35 (and receive $20 free play). Please make check payable to “Magic Carpet Ride.” There will be no club meeting for the month of August.

Travel Club Meeting Tuesday, September 15th | 11am Grand Treasure Ballroom

This meeting will feature a Celebrity Cruises guest speaker. This meeting is open to all residents. Coffee and cake will be served. There will be door prizes too.

Please email us if you plan to attend so that we can plan accordingly for handouts and refreshments.

If you would like to sign up for the bus trip or Celebrity Cruises meeting, please email your name, telephone number, and email address to info@vitaliatravelclub.com.

Carolyn or Tina will be in contact with you to confirm.

Vitalia Ladies Bible Study Club Thursdays | 10:30am Augustine Room

You are welcome to join this amazing group of loving women who are seeking to find out more about God, why He created us, and how we can have a personal relationship with His Son, Jesus Christ. We also have fun socials planned throughout the year. For more information, please contact Diane Harrington at harr2888@gmail.com or 772-345-9054.

out & about NEW GROUPS LOOKING FOR MEMBERS TO FORM A VITALIA CLUB Computer Club

The Computer Lab is lonely and is looking for someone to coordinate a Computer Club. For more information on how to start up a club, contact Carlyn Hagler, Lifestyles Director, at chagler@ evergreen-lm.com.

Golf Cart Club We're looking for golf cart owners who would be interested in getting together for social gatherings and community events such as decorating the carts for holiday parades. Please contact Bob Tropp at rntropp@gmail.com or Barbara Rende at barbrende@bellsouth.net.

Women's Pickleball

We are looking for women who would like to play pickleball together. All play levels welcome including beginners. Play times to be determined.

Contact Pat Wotruba for more information at 772631-0016 or wotruba@hotmail.com.

Local & Beyond St. Lucie County Aquarium featuring the Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit Open Tuesday-Saturday in August | 10am-4pm 420 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce

Feeding Frenzy tours start daily at 10:30am ($2-$3).

Free (first Tuesday of the month). General Admission is $3 for 55+ and children (4-17). Children 4 and under are free and adults are $4. Call 772-462-3474 for more information or visit, www.stlucieco.gov/aquarium.htm.

Local & Beyond $15 per person (sold in advance only). Purchase tickets online: www.showclix.com/events/19987. Casey N Spaz Comedy is held the first and third Saturday of every month, as space is available. For more information, call 772-807-4488.

One Stop Shop Sale Sunday, August 23rd | 9:30am Civic Center 9221 S.E. Civic Center Place, Port St. Lucie

The popular “One Stop Shop Sale” provides local vendors with an opportunity to sell their crafts, wares, and food on the fourth Sunday of each month from 9:30am to 1:30pm on the first floor of the Civic Center parking garage. We’ve made it easy for you to sign up as a vendor at what is sure to be a popular, and large garage sale at www.cityofpsl.com.

An 8 ft. by 10 ft. display area is available for $12.50 (including tax) per month. Tables can be rented for an additional $10 (plus tax). For more information, contact Jennifer Romberger at jromberger@cityofpsl.com or 772807-4493.

Solid Gold Dance Band “Dance Party” Thursday, August 27th | 7pm-10pm Civic Center 9221 S.E. Civic Center Place, Port St. Lucie

A great night of music and dancing to classic rock from the '60s, '70s, and '80s. Tickets: $6 in advance and $7 at the door. There will be a full liquor cash bar, $5 well drinks all night, and snacks for sale.

The Solid Gold Dance Band “Dance Party” takes place at the Civic Center on the last Thursday of every month.

(Due to the holidays, this event will be held in November and December on November 20th and December 18th.)

For more information, call 772-807-4499.

Casey N Spaz Comedy

St. Lucie Mets vs. Palm Beach Cardinals

Saturday, August 1st & 15th Doors Open at 7:30pm | Show Starts at 8:30pm Civic Center 9221 S.E. Civic Center Place, Port St. Lucie

Friday, August 28th | 6:30pm Tradition Field, 525 NW Peacock Blvd., Port St. Lucie

Call the Civic Center for the featured comedian. There will be a cash bar and munchies available. Tickets: $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Preferred, up-front seating:

Bark in the Park - presented by the St. Lucie County Humane Society. Bring your doggy to the berm in right field for $2 on the final Friday of every month! The $2 goes to the St. Lucie County Humane Society. For more information, visit stlucie.mets.milb.com.

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News from the Sunset Beach Tiki Bar Group We had another great day at the Tiki Bar. On Sunday, June 14th, the Tiki Bar Group held a Western Round Up Fun Day. It was an outstanding day with lots of yummy food served at the Chuck Wagon bar, fun games with the posses, and wonderful western decorations and costumes. We also had special guest appearances, to everyone’s amusement, by Mae West (Phyllis Rossen) and Dale Evans (Sally Mollica).

The Tiki Bar Group is a great place to meet up with friends and welcome our new neighbors to Vitalia. So come on down at 1pm every Sunday and join us for an exciting and fulfilling afternoon.

CLUB ROOM RESERVATIONS All room reservations need to made through the Lifestyles Department or with the Lifestyles Director, Carlyn Hagler. Before sending your club newsletter article in, please be sure to have your room reservation confirmed.

Stop by the Captiva Club, call 727-8002505, or email your room request to chagler@evergreen-lm.com to find out availability and book your club meeting!

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NEWSLETTER SUBMISSION DEADLINES September Submissions Calendar and newsletter article submissions are due on Monday, August 3rd by 3pm to vitalia@overflowdesigngroup.com.

October Submissions Calendar and newsletter article submissions are due on Tuesday, September 1st by 3pm to vitalia@overflowdesigngroup.com.

November Submissions Calendar and newsletter article submissions are due on Thursday, October 1st by 3pm to vitalia@overflowdesigngroup.com.

Mosaic Mermaid presents the

Bangle Bracelet Workshop Tuesday, August 11th 10am-4pm Captiva Club

Regularly Priced at: $85 For Vitalia Residents: $59 Includes all materials and light lunch!

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DISCOUNTED AD SPACE TO RESIDENTS ONLY! Residents of Vitalia receive a 50% discount off 1/8 page ads at the one-month rate. There is a new reduction in

Limited seating, so purchase your ticket early! Tickets are available at the Captiva Club Lobby.

the current ad rates! For more information or details regarding size, cost, and deadlines for the ads, call 813-5017220, email vitalia@overflowdesigngroup.com, or visit vitaliaadvertising.com.

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