Vitalia Voice | December 2014

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December 2014 | www.VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com

Vitalia Information birthdays

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 AAM Customer Service

For ALL Club & HOA Matters

866-516-7424 csr@aamfl.com

AAM After Hours Emergency

866-553-8290

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 HOA Compliance Department

Architectural & Violations

863-427-7032

Fax

863-427-7093

Lifestyles Director: Lisa Naylor

772-800-2506

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

Port St. Lucie County

Medical Center

772-335-4000

Recycle

772-462-5678

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

772-595-9390

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department news

News from AV Homes

By David Smith, Division President of AV Homes, Inc.

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the newest Vitalia at Tradition amenity, the Captiva Club has played host to quite a few community-event firsts like last month’s five-piece band performance. Residents enjoyed this talented group performing in the Grand Treasure Ballroom, crooning to the smooth sounds of this acoustic show. Later this month, residents and guests will be ringing in the New Year at the biggest party in Tradition during Vitalia’s New Year’s Eve Celebration at the Captiva Club. We’re making community history with this formal event, as it will be the first New Year’s Eve celebrated at the Captiva Club complete with festive decorations, music, and dancing.

If you’re hosting a holiday celebration this year, show off your amazing active lifestyle by inviting guests to experience one of the several events held in the community each month. With great weekly fitness classes, creative clubs, and coordinated special events like the New Year’s

Eve Celebration, there are so many opportunities to indulge in the lifestyle. The next step would be to visit the New Home Sales Center where you’ll find Vitalia’s new portfolio of home designs on display plus a list of inventory new homes that can be enjoyed just in time for the holidays! As the saying goes, great friends make great neighbors!

We’ve had the privilege of celebrating many Vitalia at Tradition milestones this year starting with the Treasure Coast Parade of Homes home designs awards, the grand opening of the Captiva Club, followed by a long list of fantastic events, dances, and shows. Outshining any event or accolade, the most significant highlight in the community is the residents. With a new year on the horizon, I look forward to the continued growth and success in this extraordinary community we’ve created together.

David Smith 863-427-7000

anniversaries Steve & Martha Province Robert & Kathryn Landesmann Larkin & Ruby Little Fred & Bibianne Bazar Norman & Brenda Rudowitz Paul & Pamela Wade Martin & Randy Chapman Jack & Barbara Moore Dave & Patti Mcrae

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department news

Safety Tips & Tricks for the Holiday Season

Jannell McDonald Community Manager 321-332-1871 jmcdonald@aamfl.com

During this busy time of year we want to offer you some helpful hints to keep you and your family safe and well. Often we are so focused on the tasks we need to accomplish we forget to enjoy the time spent with family and friends.

The holidays bring trips and travel, shopping, and family outings. To make sure you have fewer things to worry about this holiday season while you are away from your home, use the following ideas for a safe, happy, and enjoyable holiday season.

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Have a timer set for your lights. If they are used the entire holiday season, people will not know when you are away from your home.

Be aware of potential hazardous decorative plants for grandchildren and pets (lilies, poinsettia, and mistletoe).

Make sure your holiday decorations are in good condition before putting them up - no cracked wires, broken bulbs, etc.

Space heaters should be inspected for loose connections and frayed wires before using. Place them at lease three feet away and do not leave them unattended!

Don’t give out your gate code. If you are having guests over, tell them to call you to be let in.

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Get cash back while at the store so you don’t have to use ATMs. Check your balances frequently; don’t reply to emails or texts with personal account information.

Keep packages out of sight in your vehicle and don’t leave them out overnight.

Don’t get more than you can carry, have your keys out when walking to your car, and check the backseat before getting in.

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Charge your cell phone and keep it handy!

Never leave bags unattended.

Be aware of your surroundings.

Get plenty of rest before setting out on a long trip.

Observe and obey all speed limits and buckle up.

Eliminate distractions, such as texting, talking on the phone, eating, and adjusting the stereo. These are all examples of things that can take your eyes and attention off of the road, which is exactly what you want to avoid.

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Always keep pets on a leash, as new people and new decorations can be stressful for animals.

Place decorations out of reach or make sure they are anchored to prevent accidents.

People food can be harmful to pets; make sure to secure leftovers and garbage.

Have a quiet place pets can go in your home to escape crowds and noise.

Make your neighborhood relations merry and bright! Clean up after your pet as you walk.

I hope you have a Happy and Safe Holiday Season, and a Happy New Year!

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Lifestyles Update

Lisa Naylor Lifestyles Director lnaylor@aamfl.com

The cold weather has been creeping in, reminding us that the holidays are here once again. Where does the time go! As I’m writing this, Thanksgiving is a few weeks away and plans are in full swing for the first Captiva Club New Year’s Eve Celebration! It is an exciting time of year here at Vitalia. New Year’s Eve will kick off 2015 in a big way!

This will be the Event Of The Year with fine dining, dancing, open bar, decorations, and everyone “dressed to impress” in beautiful cocktail dresses and handsome suites. Tickets to this spectacular night are going fast so don’t delay. Resident tickets ($80) and guest tickets ($95) go on sale Monday, December 1st. A few tables are still available should you want to reserve an entire table of 8-10 by purchasing at least 8 seats via check. Stop by the front desk and the Lifestyles staff will be happy to help you.

The first Captiva Club Halloween Party was a huge success! Everyone had a great time with all the games and the FANTASTIC COSTUMES. So many of you dressed up making the night that much more festive. We also had some dog participants in our afternoon Mutt March dressed in the cutest Halloween outfits and all

Newsletter Deadlines Email newsletter and calendar submissions lnaylor@aamfl.com.

January Submissions

Calendar and newsletter submissions are due Tuesday, November 25th by 3pm.

February Submissions

Calendar and newsletter submissions are due Tuesday, December 30th by 3pm.

March Submissions

Calendar and newsletter submissions are due Friday, January 30th by 3pm.

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enjoyed treats. Plans are already underway for next year’s Halloween Bash - bigger and better than ever!

Our Lifestyles team has been very busy recently.

We have been re-organizing office procedures, identifying processes that require updating, and undergoing training so that we may better serve the Vitalia community. I am so proud of each and every member of our staff! They are all hard working and always eager to lend a helping hand.

Thank you, ladies for all that you do to enhance the Captiva Club experience for our members!

Lifestyles Staff Focus: Maria Maria Gonzalez Duran is a valuable member of our Lifestyles staff.

She has been with us for over 6 months now and has proven to be an asset to the team. Maria moved to this country 26 years ago. She was born in Corinto, Nicaragua in Central America.

After moving to the States she was raised in Miami, mostly Little Havana. Maria recently moved to Port St. Lucie with her husband Elpidio and two children who are 16 and 14-years-old.

Maria worked as a medical secretary for 13 years in Miami. She is currently attending college in pursuit of her Bachelors in Criminal Justice and is doing her internship in the Department of Juvenile Correction in Ft. Pierce.

Maria enjoys dancing, watching movies, and spending quality time with her mother (who still resides in Miami) and her family. She is an avid reader and enjoys shopping as a confessed shoe and purse fanatic, which a lot of us can identify with! She is also funny and likes to play pranks on her co-workers…her time is coming!

From the entire Lifestyles Team, we wish you and yours Happy Hanukkah and a very Merry Christmas!

fitness news

Fitness Therapy What is Fitness Therapy?

Terri Cousins Fitness Therapist

(772) 475-1039 tlcfitnessonline.com

It is Specialized Fitness Programs designed to help ease and eliminate aches and pains of the problematic areas of the body that may interfere with the activities of daily living (bad back, bum knee, sore neck, degenerative problems).

Programs are individually crafted to strengthen and rehabilitate current or past injuries/health conditions or to improve athletic performance.

This includes all fitness levels even those with medical conditions that require special care while exercising; keeping in mind any fitness constraints of the client.

Fitness Therapy Specialists can take over when medical treatment or therapy has failed or is over. Many people have been advised by health care professionals to continue therapeutic exercise but are in need of a plan created by someone knowledgeable enough to make it safe and effective (while There will be a FREE Fitness having it fit into their way of life). A Therapy Seminar on Tuesday, personalized fitness December 9th at 10am in the and wellness program Augustine Room. will be created based on looking at the all-around health and wellness of each individual. They will teach you how to work with your body and avoid further pain or injury. Many people require therapeutic services, but need to go beyond the often ridiculous restrictions imposed by insurance companies. This is where Fitness Therapy fits.

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Post-rehab orthopedic exercise.

Therapeutic strength training, flexibility, and stress management.

Overcome what you think, or have been told, you cannot do and start doing what you are capable of!

Reverse the curse of the aging process (bodies change, as should your fitness program).

Improve your dietary and nutritional intake to provide all-around health and wellness.

Call to schedule a free consultation! 50% off of one full hour session (available one time only)!

NOTE: Services provided by Terri Cousins as a Fitness Therapist will not replace or interfere with the current personal training that is available on site at Vitalia. For those services, please contact the trainers directly.

Testimonial "We would like to thank and recommend Terri as a personal fitness trainer. Initially we were skeptical, but the results my wife has shown are near miraculous (she has Parkinson's Disease).

The combined training and dietary changes have improved her mental and physical condition immensely. We have now put her walker and wheelchair in the garage because she no longer needs their assistance at this time. Terri's knowledge, ability, and positive attitude make training enjoyable and her #1."

-- Annette and Chris Willett (Vitalia residents)

Why Work with a Fitness Therapist?

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Relieve or eliminate the bum knee, bad back, neck pain, etc. (the oy vey of life).

Avoid injury and enhance your current activities of daily living.

Improve balance, stability, and coordination.

Put a plan in place to improve, rather than trying to do it yourself (you could be doing more harm than good).

Improve degenerative health conditions or those that limit mobility.

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Terri is an International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) Certified Specialist in Exercise Therapy, ISSA Personal Trainer, and Lower Back Injury Prevention and Rehab Specialist with over 29 years of fitness experience. She has been working with Vitalia residents for 8 years. Her specialties include working with clients suffering from orthopedic problems of the knees, upper and lower back, hips, arthritis, degenerative conditions, and all of the areas of fitness therapy listed above.

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out & about Lifestyles Homecoming Holiday Dance & Toys for Tots Drive Saturday, December 6th | Doors Open at 6:30pm, Dance at 7pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Italian Demo Dinner Night Friday, January 9th | 6:30pm Demo Café

Movie Night - The Wolf of Wall Street

Come and learn how to make a traditional Italian manicotti and tiramisu from our own volunteer resident, Chef Filomena Magno! Chef will prepare a full Italian menu of a traditional salad to start, followed by manicotti stuffed with ricotta and mozzarella, finishing with her famous Tiramisu, all while learning how you can make it at home. Residents only. Limited seating. Tickets are $25 and go on sale December 1st.

Thursday, December 11th | 7pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Meet Your Manager Coffee Talk

Sponsored by the United States Marine Corps. Come and join us for a night of dancing with a special performance by DJ Penny. Don’t forget - new unwrapped toys are appreciated.

Admission is $5 per resident and $7 per guest.

FREE. Just BYOB and enjoy the show!

Trivia Saturday, December 20th | 7pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Join your friends and neighbors for a friendly game of Trivia. Test your knowledge at a variety of categories. Team captains will be allowed to purchase tickets for the whole table, a total of 8 tickets per team. Just a remainder, 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.

Vitalia New Years’ Eve Formal Celebration Wednesday, December 31st | 8:30pm-12:30am Grand Treasure Ballroom

Dance music provided by DJ Justin. Catering provided by Event Makers. The menu includes Butlered Hors d’oeuvres: baked brie cups (brie, cranberries, and pecans baked in a phyllo cup), petite beef wellington accompanied with a horseradish cream, roasted tomato bruschetta, and scallops wrapped in bacon; Plated Dinner: harvest salad (mixed greens, goat cheese, pears, and peaches drizzled with an apple vinaigrette dressing), assorted petite rolls, roasted prime rib au jus, or chicken cordon bleu with light cream sauce, or tilapia francese, rosemary roasted potatoes, whole green beans, and cherry tomatoes; Dessert Display: cheesecake pops, petite pastries, dessert bars, cookies, pies, cakes, coffee, sodas, and water. Tickets for residents are $80 and $95 for guests. Tables of 8-10 are available via one check.

Movie Night - Chef Thursday, January 8th | 7pm Grand Treasure Ballroom 10 Vitalia Voice | December 2014

Wednesday, January 14th | 10am Grand Treasure Ballroom

Beatles Mania Show Friday, January 16th | 8pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Trivia Saturday, January 17th | 7pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Vitalia Indoor Garage Sale Saturday, January 24th | 1pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

$10 a display table. Free to shop.

Lifestyles Events Ticket Sale Information The main ticket sale will be Monday, December 1st in the Grand Treasure Ballroom for December and January tickets at 9am and Monday, January 5th for January and February tickets. Afterwards, tickets will be sold at the Captiva Club front desk. You can pay by check ONLY (made payable to Vitalia HOA). Please pick up a deli ticket prior to 9am at the front desk and at 9am we will call numbers in the Ballroom. This is to avoid you having to stand until staff is able to assist you. All residents will need to present their resident ID badges in order to purchase a ticket. The first month a Lifestyles event goes on sale, tickets are for residents only (unless otherwise specified). After this, if the event is not sold out, adult guests are welcome and residents can purchase any remaining tickets. Refund Vouchers will only be given to those unable to attend an event due to hospitalization or death. All outstanding vouchers will be honored.

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

H20 Aerobics

Stretch

Monday & Wednesday | 11am Thursdays | 10:15am Sunset Beach Pool

Fridays | 10am Shoreside Aerobics Studio

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

Yoga Mondays | 12:15pm Shoreside Aerobics Studio

This class is for all levels including beginners. Men and women are welcome! This class is focused on physical poses, breathing techniques, and stretching exercises.

Actively improve balance, flexibility, and strength, manage your aches and pains, and achieve better health.

Take time to relax. Leave feeling refreshed, energized, and stress free. Work at your own pace. No matter what your level, you will not be bored in this class. Bring your own mat or use one provided to you in the aerobics room.

Zumba Mondays | 6:30pm Thursdays | 9am Saturdays | 7:45am & 9am Shoreside Aerobics Studio

Zumba is a dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and international music and dance with a blended balance of cardio and muscle toning benefits.

H20 Pilates Tuesdays | 9:30am & 11am The Colony 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.

Aqua Zumba Tuesdays | 6:30pm & Fridays | 9am The Colony Pool

Get your ‘groove on’ as you burn calories with a complete, noimpact workout. This class is for men and women who enjoy having a blast while getting in an aqua-fantastic workout!

This class is for all levels including beginners. Men and women are welcome! Lengthen and strengthen your muscles, increase flexibility, and allow your body the time to relax and rebuild. Relieve back pain and muscle soreness. Stretching helps every health condition, increases endurance, adds strength for daily activities, and prolongs life. A necessary piece to any balanced fitness routine. Bring your own mat or use one provided to you in the aerobics room.

Senior Stretch Fridays | 11:15am Shoreside Aerobics Studio

A 35-minute seated and 10-minute standing stretch class designed to improve overall health and wellness. You may sit or stand and use the chair as your base and work at your own pace! Relieve back, neck, shoulder, and knee pain, increase self-esteem, improve balance and posture, and learn about your body and your health. Reverse the negative cycle and enjoy and improve your movement. All levels are welcome.

Classes Mosaic Mondays | 10am 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 Lifestyles Office, as space is limited.

Silk Painting Wednesdays | 9am Biscayne Room

Debbie will be guiding you in creating 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 Lifestyles Office.

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out & about Club / Group Bingo Sunday, December 28th | 7pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Everyone must purchase a ticket on the first business day of the month. If you’ve been out of town or recently closed on your home and couldn’t get to Ticket Sales, you are welcome to join us and pay at the door. The cost is $5 per person. Exact amount is necessary, as we cannot make change. We will be serving coffee, water, cookies, and snacks. BYOB. Your $5 will cover the cost of the refreshments and allow us to give larger prizes and/or play more games. Join us to meet some new neighbors and win some prizes! For more information, contact Helen Penzel at 772-345-4225 or Rick Dixon at rdixion@ vitaliaattraditionhoa.com.

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

We'll be discussing the novel, The Midwife Of Venice by Roberta Rich. The January 13th book is The Husband's Secret by Liane Moriaty and the February 10th book is City of Women by David R. Gillham.

Please contact Adrian Goetz at 772-3452294 or gba1255@aol.com if you have any questions about the book club.

Bowling Tuesdays | 1:45pm 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.

Bunco Sunday, December 14th | 7pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

We meet the second Sunday of each month. Come have fun while rolling dice. Meet your neighbors for a fun filled couple of hours. Tickets go on sale the first business day of each month. We appreciate your buying the tickets at that time so we have enough cookies, coffee, and water available. Payment is either cash or a check written to CASH. You will receive a receipt. Please contact Sue Ann at 772-345-2460 if you are not able to get to Ticket Sales.

We wish all our neighbors Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

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Car Club Greg Trentacoste and Stanley Reed are starting a club for car guys and ladies. Open to any Vitalia resident. We are looking to organize meetings, rallies, car shows, events, and many other car related activities. Looking for members and ideas. Contact Greg at 732-539-9110 or get300zx@aol. com or Stan at 732-915-4671 or smr1944@gmail.com.

Club Amici Saturday, January 10th | 6pm-9:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Celebrate the Italian New Year’s traditions! Featuring, direct from Italy, a special entertainer with Italian songs and American dance music. All residents are invited. Bring your favorite entrée, appetizer, veggie, or dessert. BYOB. Tickets: $5 per person. Hosts: Ruth and Ray Pezzi. RSVP to rpezzi@snet.net. Ticket sales begin December 1st at the Captiva Club.

Co-Ed Water Volleyball Wednesdays and Sundays | 9am Thursdays for Beginners | 3pm The Colony Pool

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

Cooks Corner Thursday, January 15th | 6pm-8pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Is your kitchen a place to be creative and productive?

Do you believe that meals are meant to be savored and enjoyed? Are you just downright obsessed with chasing deliciousness? Are you attracted by the lure of slowly melting shallots and caramelizing pork belly or delusions of Food Network Stardom? You can simply bring a single food item appropriate to add to our massive charcuterie platter. BYOB. Membership fee $10. For more information, pick up a brochure at the Captiva Club front desk or email Pam at thepilotpam@yahoo.com or Christine at cbianchin@hotmail.com.

Darts Mondays | 7pm Beachside Dart Room

It's FREE and no need to RSVP! Just show up by 6:50pm and have some FUN! No experience necessary. Contact Dave Pachuta at mirage0204@htcplus.net for more information.

out & about Club / Group Dogs & Cats Forever Club Tuesday, January 6th | 10am Biscayne Room

Our meeting on January 6th will be to organize a dinner event to raise funds for Dog & Cats that will be held in the spring at the Captiva Club. If you are interested in joining our club or would like more information, email Kathy Pachuta at mirage0204@htcplus.net.

Garden Club If you have any questions, feel free to contact Lewis Honig at 772-345-1395 or honiglj@yahoo.com.

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

Are you aware of the events in the Middle East and around the world? Is there any way to know what they mean or are leading up to? Life has so many issues, is there a way to help cope with them? Why are we here and what happens when we depart this life? These are very important questions and we have answers and evidence that will help you. For questions or information, contact Geof Hoge at 772-2167005 or geofhoge@gmail.com.

Gun Club Thursday, December 4th | 10:30am Augustine Room

This club discusses issues which 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

Come out for an afternoon of fun. Join neighbors in playing cards. If you don’t know the game, you will be taught.

Please contact Bob Goldman at 772-345-2462 for more information. We wish all our neighbors Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

Juliets Thursday, December 11th | 1pm Twisted Tuna, Port Salerno

All ladies of Vitalia are invited to join the Juliets (Just Us Ladies Interested in Eating Together) on Thursday,

December 11 at 1pm at the Twisted Tuna located in beautiful Port Salerno. This location is a beauty with waterside dining on the Manatee Pocket. Call Carla Mansfield at 772-3451460 to RSVP.

Ladies' Golf If you are interested in joining other Vitalia ladies for 18-hole golf outings, please email Jan Flynt at jancflynt@ icloud.com.

Ladies of Vitalia (LOVe) Hadassah Tuesday, December 2nd | 12pm (Time Change) Grand Treasure Ballroom

Our meeting this month has a time change since we are having a PARTY. Our program is about Chanukah and Charity. We are asking everyone to bring something for the following charities: Towels for animal shelters; Toys, pullup diapers, and new clothes for Hibiscus House (abused children); Small toiletries (trial samples that you receive on ships, hotels, etc.) for hospice; and Plastic caps from all bottles and containers to raise money for wheelchairs and service dogs for children through CAPS of Love. We will be having a Potato Latke (potato pancakes) Bake Off. Bring in your latkes and let’s have a feast. Sufganiyahs (a round jelly donut hole) will also be served. A Dreidel game may also be played. RSVP to Roberta at 772-345-1166. We wish all our neighbors Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

Hadassah is selling mahjong cards beginning December 2nd for the coming year of play (starting April 1st). The cost of a small card is $8 and the large card is $9. Plastic clear covers for small cards are $5.50 and large cards are $5.75.

Please make checks out to HADASSAH and either see Sue Ann Goldman when we sell our tickets for December at the Captiva Club or mail your check to her at 11799 SW Mountain Ash Circle, Port St. Lucie, 34987. Cards go directly to your home. You will receive your cards before stores have them to sell. Last year we were practicing with the new cards the last week of March.

Isle Casino and Festival Flea Market Monday, December 8th | 8am-6pm

The trip can be a full day at either location or split in half.

The cost is $32 per person and includes round trip bus transportation, $10 slot match play, and $4 off the buffet meal. At the Festival Flea Market you will receive discount coupons. We will meet in the parking lot of Captiva Club at 7:45am. Please make your checks out to Hadassah and December 2014 | Vitalia Voice 13

out & about Club / Group include your birthdate. Call Arlene Cohen at 772-345-2553 or Helene Paiva at 772-345-4293 for reservations. Deadline is December 4th.

Mahjong Club

announcement of a problem are dead and should be returned to the rack.

Men's Golf Mondays

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 Q: Can I redeem a joker from a dead player's rack?

A: When a dead player has jokers exposed on her rack, some of her jokers might be redeemable and some might not, depending on whether the joker was exposed properly or not.

The General Rule on Joker Validity • Jokers that were exposed properly are valid for redemption. If you make a kong, nobody has enough information about which hand you're making, so you can't be declared dead on the basis of that exposure alone. Any jokers in that kong are live and stay alive even if you are declared dead later.

• Jokers that were exposed improperly are not available for redemption. Let's say that your first exposure was a kong of fours (with a joker) and your second exposure was a kong of dragons (with a joker). Let's say that the card does not have a hand that allows kongs of fours and dragons (let's imagine that the hand is clearly not anywhere on the card). Anybody could now declare you dead, based on your improper second exposure. Any jokers that had been exposed PRIOR to the blunder (the jokers in the first exposure) are still valid for redemption, but any jokers exposed in the course of making the blunder (the jokers in the second exposure) are dead. All portions of the hand exposed erroneously are to be returned to the sloping front of the rack, including and especially the now-dead jokers.

• It sometimes occurs that an error (for instance, too many or too few tiles in the hand) is not discovered until sometime later (so that the exact timing of the error and any joker exposures is not known or cannot be determined). When this happens, jokers exposed prior to the discovery/announcement of the error remain alive for redemption.

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Steve Tuckman is leading this group which meets every Monday afternoon at different area golf courses. If you’d like to join, 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 volleyball.

Mexican Train Dominoes Fridays, December 12th & 26th | 1pm Friday, December 19th | 6:30pm Biscayne Room

Instructions for play are always available to new members.

New members are always welcome. Members that have Mexican Train sets should bring them to either session.

The club has to standardize the Double Twelve version; numbered tiles are preferred but dots can be used. Please join us for an afternoon or evening of fun. If you have any questions, please call Jack Stawski at 772-345-9042.

Missy Sippy's Club Monday, December 1st | 6pm Sunset Beach Pool Tiki Bar

Join the Missy Sippy's Club for an exciting evening every first Monday of the month at 6pm or at your leisure. We will be meeting poolside on Monday, December 1st at the Tiki Bar (weather permitting). BYOB and snacks or purchase a slice of pizza. For more information, contact Shelley Deixler at shell842@gmail.com.

Music Lovers Club Holiday Extravaganza Saturday, December 13th Doors Open at 6:30pm, Event at 7pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Our big Holiday Extravaganza will take place on December 13th. This event will feature a complete turkey dinner with all the trimmings, including appetizers, salad, and dessert, along with music and special entertainment, contests, and all kinds of fun! The cost is only $25 per person, payable in cash or check made out to Music Lovers Club.

out & about Club / Group Registration for this event is limited to 150 and remaining tickets will be sold at the Captiva Club. Please contact us at musicloversclub4u@aol.com for further information.

Pickleball Club Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays, and Fridays | 6:45am Thursdays | 7am Pickleball Courts

We have beautiful courts, so come join us for a friendly game of pickleball every weekday morning. Whether you're an experienced player or a beginner, we have all levels of participation and all are welcome.

Pinochle Thursdays | 6pm Biscayne Room

We are both beginners and experienced players enjoying a night out. COME OUT and join our group. Contact Bob Goldman at 772-345-2460 for additional information.

Ping Pong Club Wednesdays | 7pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

If you enjoy ping pong, come join us for a friendly game. All levels welcome. For information, contact Holly Birnel at golda2005@aol.com.

Red Hot Seasons Wednesday, December 17th | 12pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

We meet the third Wednesday of each month for an outing.

This month we are celebrating the holidays here at Vitalia.

The Red Hot Seasons is having a party. We are having a gift exchange of $10 if you wish to participate. Please contact Helen Penzel at 772-345-4225 by December 14th. We wish all our neighbors Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

Retreads Remote Control Car Club Thursday, December 11th | 9am Augustine Room

For information, contact Brian Stadtler at 772-345-2772 or bstadtler@gmail.com. Monthly meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month.

Romeos Friday, December 5th | 12:30pm LongHorn Steakhouse, Tradition

On the first Friday of the month we have a men's-only

lunch, "ROMEO's" (Retired Old Men Eating Out). If you have a favorite restaurant that can handle our numbers and is not too far away, please give Rick Dixon a call at 772-3453147. We would especially like to see our new residents join us, so come on out so we can meet you!

Single's Club Friday, December 5th | 5:30pm Spotto's Oyster Bar, Stuart

We'll be meeting at 5:30pm at the outside bar and then move inside at 6:30pm. Please join this fun group for dinner and arrive early if you are interested in happy hour. RSVP to 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!

Sunshine Club Thursday, December 18th | 10:30am Augustine Room

Have you joined the Sunshine Club yet? The mission of the club is to provide sympathy and/or support to each resident by providing a community response to such situations as illness or death. The household fee is $15 per year (July 1st - June 30th). For more information, call Helen Penzel at 772-345-4225.

Texas Hold'em Wednesdays | 6:30pm-10pm Biscayne Room

New players are welcome. For further information contact cookierose827@aol.com.

Vitalia Ladies Bible Study Club Thursdays (Starting in January) | 10am Biscayne Room

We will not be meeting during the month of December; however, the Bible study will be starting up again on January 8th! We will be watching and discussing the video series, God is More Than Able, by Pastor Tony Evans. Have frustrations of life overwhelmed you? You are not alone! If you are weary and at the end of your rope, Dr. Evans teaches from Psalm 23 that God is more than able to handle our circumstances! Come and join us for this wonderful time of seeking God through His Word, where we find great strength, comfort, wisdom, and encouragement!

out & about Local & Beyond Winter Wonderland Light Show Beginning Monday, December 1st | 7pm-9pm Community Center, 2195 S.E. Airoso Blvd., Port St. Lucie

Drive or walk by the Port St. Lucie Community Center to see this free, one-of-a-kind holiday light and sound experience. Enjoy the light show from 7pm to 9pm daily through December 31st, during normal evening business hours. Phone: 772-878-2277.

a blast playing in the snow zone! This annual popular event will feature live music with the award winning music and dance sensation “Solid Gold.” New this year, the Annual Parade of Lights will be themed for the much-loved Disney movie, Frozen. Immediately following the parade, spectators will enjoy the ever popular lighting of the holiday tree. If you would like to participate in the parade, please call 772878-2277 and we will fax or email you the information and registration form.

A Christmas Carol Presented by South Florida Dance Company

Pancakes with Santa

Friday, December 5th | 7pm Sunrise Theater, 117 S. 2nd Street, Fort Pierce

Friday, December 19th | 9:30am-11:30am Community Center, 2195 S.E. Airoso Blvd., Port St. Lucie

Based on Charles Dickens' classic, this full length contemporary ballet performance tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, his greed and attitude toward people, and his realization that giving is better than getting. In this heartwarming story of second chances, Scrooge learns that the only treasure worth having is in the gifts of the people that he meets and in those who love him. A must see performance with powerful dancing, beautiful costumes, memorable sets, and show-stopping effects! A Christmas Carol is a beautiful lesson for both young and old that reminds us what is really important during the holiday season and in life. Tickets: $35/$30/$25. Call 772-461-4884 for more information and tickets.

Festival of Lights, Parade, and Tree Lighting Saturday, December 6th | 12pm-10pm Civic Center, Martin Health System Village Square 9221 S.E. Civic Center Place, Port St. Lucie

Join your neighbors at the Civic Center to celebrate the 2014 holiday season. Once again, participants will have the opportunity to sample local fare and do some holiday shopping among our arts and craft vendors. Kids will have

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For ages 2 to 5 years old. Cost is $7.50 per child. Come out and enjoy a morning of kid’s crafts, a visit from Santa, face painting, and pancakes with your grandchild. Please be sure to bring a camera for photo opportunities. Pre-registration is required. Phone: 772-878-2277.

Darrell Dunhill as Elvis “Merry Christmas, Baby” Saturday, December 20th | Doors Open at 6pm, Show at 7pm Civic Center, Emerald Ballroom 9221 S.E. Civic Center Place, Port St. Lucie

International Elvis impersonator and Port St. Lucie’s own, Darrell Dunhill, will perform all of your favorite Elvis Christmas songs. Darrell will be joined by several other amazing acts to make this holiday one to remember! Tickets: VIP (first-come, first served) to front 3 rows is $25 per person, while they last! General Admission: $15 per person in advance or $20 at the door. Tickets can be purchased in person at the Civic Center or by credit card over the phone by calling 772-807-4499. Special pricing available for groups of 10 or more. Full liquor cash bar and snacks available.

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Word Search Puzzle Find and circle all of the words listed below for some of the United States Capital Cities. Search words horizontally and vertically.

S A N F R A N C I S C O Y T I C N O S R A C K U L S O P R Q M T O Y T O P E K A C E A H N S O T G Y A R O P N N I Y R P M K Y I T E A T C P N T T Y K A C A C M Z L N R P L S Y B I N A A B O E N Z O B E F A T N A S E U E R N I U B O S T O N R L K C T A G E A P G N I Q L L L Y D R X L D A A D L L R G C T U N A U S D P C L E V D S Q L L A L E U R N A E F D L E I F G N I R P S T I N A P O A O N K P J U N E A U T L A E T L P T H A R M M N C X Y Z V H O N O L U L U A L A A R N E N A R P H O E N I X N E W Y R S D E S Y O N Y P A H A R R I S B U R G P A Z C Y S R T T L O M Y T I C A M O H A L K O R W L E M A O P L S C D N O T G N I H S A W O L O E N B S A I I H A R T F O R D S I L O P A N A I D N I S B

ALBANY ANNAPOLIS ATLANTA AUGUSTA AUSTIN BANGOR BATON ROUGE BISMARCK BOSTON CARSON CITY CHEYENNE CONCORD

DENVER FAIRBANKS HARRISBURG HARTFORD HONOLULU INDIANAPOLIS JUNEAU KNOXVILLE LINCOLN MONTPELIER OKLAHOMA CITY PHOENIX

SACRAMENTO SALT LAKE CITY SAN FRANCISCO SANTA FE SPRINGFIELD ST. PAUL TALLAHASSEE TOPEKA TRENTON WASHINGTON, DC

Puzzle submitted by resident, Helen Penzel.

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Thank You We wish to express our thanks and appreciation for all of the love and support that our Vitalia friends and neighbors extended to us after the death of our 16-year-old granddaughter, Kylee Rene, on October 24th. It meant the world to us to know that so many people cared enough to reach out to us. Your kindness will never be forgotten.

-- Candi and Gordon McCord

To the Neighborhood!

David & Carol Baysek Mary Ann Burke Sandy & Connie Costello Charles & Linda Gausten Arthur & Marysue Golden Joyce Kaes James & Maryann Kenny

Jon & Christine Logan Jan Murphy Lawrence & Constance Orell Howard & Phyllis Rosen Frank & Kathleen Sagnella Louis Schneider & Rosalie Ehrenberg Norman & Karen Timinski

Advertising Space WE ARE OFFERING DISCOUNTED AD SPACE TO RESIDENTS ONLY! Residents of Vitalia receive a 50% discount off 1/8 page ads at the one-month rate. There are a limited number of spaces available, so contact us today!

For more information or details regarding size, cost, and deadlines for the ads, call 813-501-7220 or email vitalia@ overflowdesigngroup.com.

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