Vitalia Voice | July 2017

VITALIA

VOICE July 2017 | www.VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com

Vitalia Information hours of operation Captiva Club Amenity Center

Mon-Sat: 6am-10pm

Sunset Beach Pool & The Colony Pool

Sun: 8am-9pm Daily Dawn to Dusk

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 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

AV Homes Customer Care: 800-858-5933 Emergency/After Hours: 407-709-1274 Construction Gate Hours: 6:30am-6pm Onsite Project Manager - Jeff Kauth: j.kauth@avhomesinc.com Please contact Jeff if your new home issues are not being met by the Construction Superintendents or Customer Care.

Advertising Information

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All calendar and newsletter submissions (100 words or less) are due on the first of the month prior to publication (regardless of the day of the week) and should be emailed to vitalia@overflowdg.com with a cc: to Leslie Boehlert, Lifestyles Director, at lboehlert@evergreen-LM.com. August submissions are due on Saturday, July 1st.

AV Homes

contact list Evergreen Customer Service

Newsletter Deadlines

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

For more information on advertising, visit vitaliaadvertising.com, call 813-501-7220, or email vitalia@overflowdg.com. Vitalia at Tradition does not guarantee any work or claims made by advertisers. Ads do not constitute an endorsement or approval of goods and services by Vitalia.

To those celebrating in July

Happy Anniversary! and Happy Birthday

stlucieco.gov/solid_waste/recycling.htm Tradition CDD District 5 (Vitalia) Board Members •

Cathy Powers: boardmember2@traditioncdd5.com

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Rick Dixon: boardmember3@tradtioncdd5.com

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Chris King: boardmember4@traditioncdd5.com

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Frank Webster: boardmember5@traditioncdd5.com

Have a wonderful day!

community news

Secrets in the Soil I thought it was important to share the information below from Dennis Schwentner, Owner of NativeGreen Pest Control & Fertilization, to help everyone better understand the soil quality here in Vitalia and how it is effecting the overall growth and vitality of the landscape plants, palms and turf.

Andrea Bull Community Manager abull@ evergreen-LM.com 877-221-6919

The soils here in Vitalia are heavy clay soils which are extremely compacted. It cannot support sufficient gas exchange, which causes carbon monoxide build up or poisoning within the root zone causing severe stress and/or death.

This soil also has a high pH value “alkaline” which restricts the availability for uptake of specific nutrients even if the nutrients are in the soil. The soil has very little if no organic matter to support the “soil food web” or in turn, a healthy root growth. In short - it is infertile, compacted, poorly drained, and not a very good growing environment for root and plant growth. This is what makes getting the landscape to perform for you, a real challenge!

A quality landscape typically is established and maintained on a good top soil layer, which is comprised of primarily organic matter that has collected over many, many years. However in new developments, this layer of organic top soil has been removed during construction and low quality soil layers are brought to the surface causing highly disturbed soil profiles.

Soils differ in their makeup and their ability to grow quality turf and ornamentals. The physical properties including soil texture and structure, influence water movement and air exchange which are very important to root growth and the organisms living within the soil. Organic matter and mineral matter also affect the nutrient holding capacity and availability of certain nutrients within the top soil minerals.

Compacted soils rapidly reduce the amount of organic matter, restricts drainage and creates an environment lacking sufficient oxygen to support root health. Clay soil is what we primarily have

here in Vitalia. Clay particles are the smallest of all soil particles and align easily causing tight soil spaces reducing the amount of water/nutrient movement, retention and aeration. During heavy rainfall or irrigation, the clay soil can stay in a saturated condition. Saturated root zones produce poor plant conditions and because of limited air, roots often suffocate and die. Clay soils also become hard and compacted when they dry out and can very easily overheat also causing root death or decline.

Soil health is extremely important to fertilization and nutrient uptake. It includes both the physical components as we discussed as well as Living Organisms. One would be surprised to know that one teaspoon of soil contains more life than there are people on the planet. A healthy soil has a complex network of life that includes bacteria, fungi, microscopic worms, arthropods, earthworms and many other micro-organisms.

This is what we term the “soil food web.” A complex network of underground life that includes everything needed to sustain plant life, all of which lives in the organic layer of the soil profile. Here at Vitalia, this has been removed and it will take time to rebuild the “food web.”

Very little life in the soil coupled with compacted clay soils make growing a healthy plant a real challenge! Take comfort in knowing that soil health can be restored! The bottom line is that we have to let the soil biology take over again.

This does take time and some plants/turf surely will not be able to live through this transition or will perform poorly. Homeowners can aid this process by adding large amounts of compost, leaf litter, shredded mulch and food scraps, etc., which will help to ignite a fury of activity that will be the catalyst needed to begin the turn around.

NativeGreen is adjusting the fertilizers to compensate as much as possible chemically for the nutrient falls, but time is the only realistic answer to replace the deficient organic matter that will promote a living soil.

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lifestyles news

Fitness Center Rules One of the many benefits of living in Vitalia is our great fitness center. As with all gyms, there are some basic rules to follow so we all can get a great workout! Please see the list below:

Leslie Boehlert Lifestyles Director lboehlert@ evergreen-LM.com 772-800-2505

1. Clean equipment after each use (machines, benches, mats). Disinfectant wipes are available and if the container is empty please notify a staff member.

2. Return weights, mats, benches, etc. to their place after use.

3. Do not block the dumbbell rack. After selecting your weights, move aside to complete your exercise.

4. Place your cell phone on silent.

5. When socializing, please don’t block access to equipment.

6. Don’t make funny faces while lifting, it’s distracting to others. Just kidding, funny faces are okay!

If you have any questions about the fitness center or how to use the equipment, look for the free fitness tutorials provided by the fitness trainers.

Vitalia Committees

As a reminder, Vitalia has several other resident committees in place that support the interests of our community. Here is a listing of the committees, along with their chairs and meeting times. You are welcome to attend any of these meetings.

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Advisory Committee: Chair, Rick Dixon - meet 2nd Wednesday at 10am in the Ballroom Buildings and Grounds Committee: Chair, Dave Lasher - meet 3rd Wednesday at 11am in the Demo Kitchen Event Planning Committee: Chair, Cathy Powers - meet 3rd Friday at 9am in the Augustine Room Financial Committee: Chair, Frank Webster - meet 2nd Wednesday at 9:15am in Demo Kitchen Landscaping Committee: Chair, Mort Levine - meet 1st Tuesday at 9am in the Augustine Room Welcome Committee: Chair, Nancy Dandro - meet as needed

Volunteer Fair Presented by Vitalia’s Wellness Committee

Tuesday, July 18th

2pm-4pm in the Ballroom

There are many opportunities in our area to volunteer! Come meet the representatives from organizations that specialize in helping children, seniors, veterans, and animals. There will be complimentary coffee, wine and cheese to enjoy!

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Save

Date

July 18 Volunteer Fair (2-4 pm)

August 19 (10 am-noon) Taste of Fitness

October 1 Luau / Pig Roast

Featuring15 non-profits

Class demos, healthy food

July 28 Friday Night Summer Dance Series

September 13 Vitalia’s 1st Annual Chili Cookoff

Dinner and Polynesian Show

Collins and Company

Hosted by Cook’s Corner & Lifestyles

August 16 (6-8 pm) Spaghetti Night Featuring Aunt Mary’s Brickoven Pizza; $8 pp

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October 24 Vitalia Club Showcase Wine and cheese These events are organized by Vitalia’s Event Planning Committee. Tickets go on sale the first Monday of the month prior to the event, unless otherwise noted. They may also be available at the front desk.

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out & about Lifestyles Captiva Club 3rd Anniversary & 4th of July Celebration Tuesday, July 4th | 12:30pm-4:30pm | Sunset Beach Pool & Grand Treasure Ballroom | Residents: $20 | Guests: $25

Come celebrate July 4th and our Captiva Club’s 3rd Anniversary! Enjoy food from the PA BBQ Grille (including BBQ chicken, ribs, cornbread, beans, and coleslaw). Games and steel drums entertainment. Seating inside and out.

Free Movie Night - The Whole Truth Thursday, July 6th | 7pm | Doors Open 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

No RSVP required. Popcorn provided. Bring your own beverage and snacks and enjoy the show! The movie is Rated R, 94 minutes, and is a mystery/drama starring Keanu Reeves, Jim Belushi, Renee Zellweger, Gabriel Basso, Gugu and Mbatha-Raw. A defense attorney (Keanu Reeves) tries to get his teenage client acquitted for the murder of his father.

Trivia - On Two Nights!

Friday, July 7th OR Saturday, July 15th 7pm | Doors Open 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom | $5

Test your knowledge at a variety of categories. Team captain will be allowed to purchase tickets for the whole table, a total of 8 per team; however, all names must be given when purchased. Reminder…give your team members their tickets in advance, as they will be collected at the door. You’re welcome to buy an individual ticket. The staff at the front desk will help assign you to a table. Residents only please.

Bring your favorite beverage. Note: Residents will be required to select a date (7/7 OR 7/15) to attend Trivia. After one week of ticket sales, IF tickets are still available for Trivia on either evening, they will be open for purchase to all.

Volunteer Fair Tuesday, July 18th | 2pm-4pm | Grand Treasure Ballroom

Presented by Vitalia’s Wellness Committee. There are many opportunities in our area to volunteer! Come meet the representatives from organizations that specialize in helping children, seniors, veterans, and animals. There will be complimentary coffee, wine and cheese to enjoy!

Free Movie Night - Me Before You Friday, July 21st | 7pm | Doors Open 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

No RSVP required. Popcorn provided. Bring your own beverage and snacks and enjoy the show! The movie is 6 Vitalia Voice | July 2017

Rated PG-13, 111 minutes, and a drama/romance starring Emilia Clarke, Sam Claflin, Matthew Lewis, Jenna Coleman, and Charles Dance. Young and quirky Louisa moves from one job to the next to help her family make ends meet. Her cheerful attitude is put to the test when she becomes a caregiver for Will, a wealthy young banker left paralyzed from an accident.

Will’s cynical outlook starts to change when Louisa shows him that life is worth living. As their bond deepens, their lives and hearts change in ways neither one could have imagined.

Summer Dance Series with Collins & Company Friday, July 28th | 6:30pm-9:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom | $10 Per Person

Join us for our second Friday Night Summer Dance Series of the season with Collins & Company! Doors open at 6pm. For more information, visit collinsandcompanyband.com.

Spaghetti Night Wednesday, August 16th | 6pm-8pm | Grand Treasure Ballroom | $8 Per Person

Featuring Aunt Mary’s Brickoven Pizza. Spaghetti with her delicious sauce, salad, garlic bread, coffee and dessert with old I Love Lucy skits on the big screen.

Taste of Fitness Saturday, August 19th | 10am-12pm | Ballroom

Come meet the fabulous fitness team and see their class demonstrations. Over 12 classes offered with 9 instructors.

Heathy food with recipes will follow the demonstration.

LIFESTYLES EVENTS NEW TICKET SALE INFORMATION Tickets will now be sold 7 days a week at the front desk, during clubhouse hours. All households will be able to purchase two tickets at the resident rate at time of ticket sale. The main ticket sale for July Lifestyles events (excluding Trivia) will be Monday, July 3rd in the Ballroom from 9am-11am. For your convenience the Ballroom will be used for waiting. Please pick up a deli ticket when you enter the Ballroom; we will start calling numbers promptly at 9am. Payment can be made by check (made payable to Vitalia HOA) OR credit card. Residents will need to present their Vitalia ID badges in order to purchase a ticket. The first two weeks of sales, tickets will be for Vitalia residents only (unless otherwise specified). If the event is not sold out within this time frame, adult guests are welcome and residents can purchase any remaining tickets.

Vitalia’s Event Planning Committee in collaboration with Cook’s Corner presents

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Captiva Club Provides PRIZES Participants Provide • Racks, aluminum pans ili • One gallon of ch • Condiments of choice • Recipe display • Serving utensils • Wipes to clean area during the event

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out & about Fitness Classes Current class schedules are available in the lobby and on the website calendar at VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com.

All classes are held in the Shoreside Aerobics Studio, unless otherwise specified.

Abs & More!

Thursdays | 10am

30 minutes of abdominal exercise combined with 20 minutes of a different target area each week (i.e.: arms, legs, back). You know you need to exercise your belly, but usually avoid it. So come join this class and check it off of your “to do list.” Core abdominal strength is essential for balance, strength, posture, coordination, and directly supports lower back strength. Participants must be able to get up and down from the floor for this class.

equipment. Group exercise provides a motivating atmosphere that is conducive to working out! Any fitness level is welcome.

H20 Pilates at Sunset Beach Pool Tuesdays | 10am

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.

Aquacise at Sunset Beach Pool

Line Dancing

Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10am

Mondays | 12:15pm Fridays | 10:30am

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.

Beginner Line Dancing Mondays | 6:30pm

Studies have shown line dancing to be a great help in areas of memory, balance and cardiovascular. Plus it’s fun!

Core Strength Mondays | 10am

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 and enhance your activities of daily living. Modifications will be given to ensure safety and to cater to all levels.

Core & Stretch Fridays | 12pm

A combo class focused on Core Strength and flexibility.

Two essential ingredients for a long, happy and healthy life! Build strength and endurance without any negative impact on the body, then top it off with 30 minutes of feel good stretching. All levels are welcome.

Group X Toning Fridays | 8:30am

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 8 Vitalia Voice | July 2017

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 Wednesdays | 5pm

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.

Sit & Fit Tuesdays | 11:30am | See Online Calendar for Location

Chair exercises effectively assist individuals to exercise and move without putting undo pressure or strain on their bodies. This class builds endurance and develops coordination and balance. A variety of equipment may be used such as bands, balls and other equipment.

Step & Tone Wednesdays | 8am

This is a form of aerobic power distinguished from other types of aerobic exercise by its use of an elevated platform (the step). It helps burn calories, reduce stress, promote restful sleep, and strengthen muscles. Incorporating both upper and lower body movements together will improve your coordination and agility, and the constant push up onto the step will increase leg strength.

out & about Fitness Classes

Local & Beyond

Stretch

Friday Fest

Wednesdays | 10am & 11:15am

Friday, July 7th | 5:30pm-9pm | FREE Fort Pierce City Marina Square, 1 Avenue A

Lengthen and strengthen your muscles, increase flexibility, reduce stress, and allow your body the time to relax and rebuild. Relieve joint pain, muscle soreness, and avoid injury. Stretching improves balance, posture and coordination, increases cardiovascular endurance, adds strength for daily activities, and prolongs life. Modifiers will be given for all levels - chairs can be used for assistance.

Swing Dance Thursdays | 6:30pm-7:30pm

$40 per person (for 4 classes), payable directly to the instructor, Jean Kulhan. Includes swing dance, the fox trot, and the waltz. Walk-ins welcome. No partner needed.

Yoga Blend Tuesdays & Thursdays | 4pm

The perfect blend of yoga, yin, and balance to relax your mind and soul.

Yoga Saturdays | 8am

This class promotes balance, relaxation, flexibility, and strength through postures and breathing techniques.

Come out and join the longest running street party on the Treasure Coast! Enjoy arts & crafts, food and live music.

This event is weather permitting. For more information, visit mainstreetfortpierce.org or call 772-466-3880.

Rock’n Riverwalk Every Sunday | 1pm-4pm | Downtown Stuart

The Downtown Business Association of Stuart invites you to the waterfront for a FREE open air concert on the Riverwalk Stage. Enjoy live music and vendors. For easy parking, ride the free Sailfish Shuttle from Osceola, Sailfish, or Kiwanis Park. For more information, visit historicdowntownstuart.com/rockin-riverwalk or call 772286-2848. Event is weather permitting.

Main Street Vero Beach: Downtown Friday Friday, July 28th | 6pm-9pm Downtown Vero Beach | FREE

Street party with bands, demonstrations during band breaks, street vendors, kids activities, and food vendors.

For more information, visit mainstreetverobeach.org/ downtown-friday or call 772-563-9885.

Zumba

First Annual Treasure Coast Jerk Festival

Thursdays | 9am

Saturday, July 29th | 10am-10pm | Port Saint Lucie Civic Center | Price: Advanced Tickets - $12; At the Gate - $17

Incorporates Latin and international music and dance with a blended balance of cardio and muscle toning.

Zumba Gold Tuesdays | 8am

Introduces easy-to-follow choreography focusing on balance, range of motion, and coordination. Modified Zumba that recreates original moves at a lower-intensity.

Coffee Talk

Wednesday, July 12th | 1pm Grand Treasure Ballroom Join us in the Ballroom for coffee and meet your Community Manager, Andrea Bull. Listen to any updates regarding the Vitalia Community and welcome your new neighbors. In addition, Dore Handy, Chairperson of the Vitalia Pickleball Club and Melanie Wiles of the Boys and Girls Club of PSL will also speak.

Enjoy live entertainment by popular local and international reggae and gospel artists. For more information, visit cityofpsl.com/civic or call 772-807-4488.

Arts & Crafts Classes Serti Silk Painting July 10th, 11th, 17th and 18th (four class session) 9am-11am | Biscayne Room | $25

Since this has been such a popular class, Debbie is continuing to offer it in July so many more residents have the opportunity to enjoy this fantastic art form! The Serti technique is an easy way of painting on silk fabric. It’s actually a dye so it doesn’t alter the texture of the fabric; you will still feel the lovely softness of the silk. When it’s finished you can use it as a scarf, mount it to a canvas to use as wall art, have it made into a beautiful pillow, etc. There are so many ways to use this fabulous art form! All supplies are included. Class size is limited to 8, so sign up quickly.

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out & about Club/Group Meeting & Contact List Club/Group Meeting & Contact List Due to space limitations in this month’s newsletter, the Club/Group Meeting & Contact List has been omitted.

You can view the most recent list in June’s Vitalia Voice on page 10. If you do not have the hard copy, the newsletter can also be viewed online at VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com under “Things to Do,” then “Newsletter.”

Art Club Wednesdays | 9:30am-12:30pm | Biscayne Room

Our meetings are relaxing, satisfying and fun. All are welcome from beginners to experienced. We work independently in all mediums and help each other improve. There is no instructor; bring your own supplies.

Occasionally there are watercolor demonstrations. For updates and information, email sendaheartart@gmail.com.

Craft Day Mondays | 1:30pm-5:30pm | Biscayne Room

Bingo Sunday, July 23rd | 7pm | Grand Treasure Ballroom

Join us for a friendly night of BINGO. Win great prizes and have some fun. The cost is $5 at the door, and as always coffee, tea, and snacks will be there for you to enjoy.

Bocce/Petanque Bocce: Saturdays at 9am | Petanque: Mondays at 5pm, Tuesdays at 9am, Wednesdays at 5pm

Bocce is an Italian game played between 2 teams of 4 players max with 8 large balls and 1 small target ball.

Petanque is a French game played with metal balls and 1 small ball. The object of both games is to get as close to the small ball as possible. Maximum number of players: 8 per court. Contacts: Greg at get300zx@aol.com or 772-345-9267 for Bocce and Steve Serafino at sserafino@yahoo.com or 772-345-9185 for Petanque.

Book Club Chapters

You are welcome to join us to create an art project. You bring your project such as jewelry making or craft making.

We have supplies to create mosaics; you bring the article you wish to mosaic, such as a tray, glass dish or small glass tabletop. Contact Polly Lasher, 772-345-9228 or Ricky Stephens, 239-682-6532.

More Than a Book Club Thursday, July 27th | 10am | Biscayne Room

This month’s book is Shelter by Jung Yun. Kyung Cho and his wife Gilliam live beyond their means. Growing up, Kyung’s parents gave him every advantage but never showed him kindness. Kyung can hardly bear to see them now. When an act of violence leaves his parents unable to live on their own, things change and he’s compelled to take them in. The author leads us through a dark and violent territory, where unexpectedly the family discovers hope. August 24th is The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Barrows. Contact: Janet Taylor, jct6619@ gmail.com.

Mystery Book Club Thursday, July 6th | 4pm | Augustine Room

ART CLUB

Basketball Club Mondays at 7pm | Basketball Court

With the heat of the summer, the Basketball Club is eliminating the scheduled open play on Wednesdays at 2pm until October. Open play remains on Monday evening, with a special event the first Monday of each month. This event typically involves team events, such as a timed game of 21 or timed free throws. If you are interested, just show up or send an email to jloughlin44@gmail.com.

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Do you love mysteries? Can’t wait until the end of a book to find out “who did it?” Then this club is for you!

Join the Mystery Book Club! Contact Susan O’Dell at susanannodell@hotmail.com. The book this month is Dirty Little Secrets by Liliana Hart. The book for August 3rd is The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware.

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

This month the book is The Fire by Night by Teresa Messineo. Synopsis: A powerful and evocative debut novel about two American military nurses during World War II that illuminates the unsung heroism of women who risked

out & about Club / Group their lives in the fight—a riveting saga of friendship, valor, sacrifice, and survival combining the grit and selflessness of Band of Brothers with the emotional resonance of The Nightingale. Upcoming Books: August - News of the World by Paulette Jiles and September - Here On Earth by Alice Hoffman. Contact Adrian Goetz at 772-345-2294 or gba1255@aol.com.

Bowling Club Tuesdays | 1:30pm Superplay USA, 1600 NW Courtyard Cir., Port St. Lucie

Residents meet at the bowling alley to enjoy 1-3 games. The ball and shoes are included in the $2 per game price (cash).

Just look for your neighbors and join the fun. We do not have teams and novice to experienced are all welcome.

Bridge Club Thursdays | 1pm-4pm | Augustine Room

Bridge players...join us for Co-ed Party Bridge on Thursdays from 1pm-4pm at the Captiva Club. All levels are welcome!

For more information or questions, contact Cindy Loney at 772-345-4333 or clloney50@gmail.com.

Bunco Sunday, July 9th | 6:45pm-8:45pm | Ballroom

Please come to the clubhouse on July 3rd to register. We appreciate all your help in letting us know who is coming.

Contact Sue Ann at 772-345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus.net with any questions. HAPPY JULY 4TH TO ALL!

Car Club

Cooks Corner If you’re interested in cooking or just enjoy watching a chef prepare a delicious meal, then the Cooks Corner is the club for you. There is a one-time fee of $10. We have monthly cooking demonstrations lined up with local chefs including, Chef Roberto from Rustico and Chef Brian Yager from Cuisine 2Fifty6 catering as well as our own Vitalia Chef Greg. On Monday, July 10th at 6pm Chef Matthew from Flavored Fork Catering will prepare a grouper meal for $27 in the Demo Kitchen. (BYOB.) The dine-around on Tuesday, July 18th at 6pm will be at Ninja Thai Asian Fusion for $26. For more information, email Susan O’Dell at cookscornervitalia@gmail.com.

Friends and Neighbors of Education (FAN) Club Karaoke/Dance Nights Sunday, July 2nd | 6:30pm-8:30pm | Ballroom

Join us for Karaoke/Dance Nights on July 2nd and August 6th. Doors open at 6pm. The price is only $5 at the door.

BYOB and Pot of Gold. Proceeds support early literacy for young children in Port St. Lucie. Gather your neighbors to perform as a group, sing a solo, or come and dance with our fabulous DJ Dona! For more information, contact Cathy Powers at 772-345-2486 or cathy@powersnetwork.com.

Genealogy Club No Meetings in July or August

The Vitalia Car Club is open to all residents of Vitalia.

Those who have vehicles of interest, all makes and models, or anyone that is interested in joining other residents to participate in car related events, can participate. In addition, we’ll be going to and participating in Car Shows.

Club Amici Friday, July 14th | 6pm-9:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Club Amici means club of friends. All residents with an interest in Italian culture, food, music, and fellowship are invited. It is not limited to Italian heritage at all. There

are no dues! We meet every other month with great events.

It’s the night most residents look forward to attending! The next event on July 14th is SOLD OUT! Please put your name on the wait list. Contact Linda, llldixon@yahoo.com or Carol, ritzcsp@aol.com.

The club’s focus is on the study of families and the tracing of lineages and history utilizing historical records, oral information, genetic analysis, computer based tools and software. We assist each other and those new to Genealogy on how to begin their search. Come join us in carving out a place for one’s family in the larger historical picture. If you’re interested in joining or would like information, contact Flo Giltman at lgiltmal@gmail.com.

Good News Bible Study Wednesdays | 11am-12pm | Augustine Room

CLUB AMICI

We’re an interactive Bible-based group studying the Old and New Testaments. Lessons are from Scripture, DVD series, and current events. All are welcome regardless of faith or background. For more information, please contact Kathy July 2017 | Vitalia Voice 11

out & about Club / Group Simon at 352-238-5472 or finefeather1983@gmail.com or Doug Farrone at 954-214-2591 or dougfarrone@htcplus.net.

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

Join us for a fun afternoon. Beginners and experienced players are welcome. Please contact Bob Goldman at 772345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus.net.

Investment Club

assist those who are coming back to a craft after years away. Conversation is lively and friendships happen. There are many summer weight yarns perfect for making things for our climate. Many of our members support charitable organizations with their handcrafted items. For more information, contact Margie at weisderr@gmail.com or Doryne at 772-345-9177.

Men’s 8-Ball League Wednesdays & Thursdays | 6:30pm-10pm

Tuesday, July 18th | 3pm | Biscayne Room

We’re a peer-to-peer discussion forum for residents who invest, or are interested in investing, in the stock market.

Meetings include discussions on risk, portfolio construction, asset classes, performance, wealth management, annuities, reverse mortgages, and a general analysis and discussion of individual stocks and the economy. You don’t have to be an expert to be part of this club. All residents are welcome. For information, contact Linda Gausten at lgausten@yahoo.com.

Juliets

At present we cannot take on more players, but if you are interested in being part of the club, we can have a meeting with all interested Pool Shooters and create another day and time for all to play. Anyone interested, please email Jerry, jdub919@outlook.com; Bill, bill@sheehan3.com; or Mike, nstrong@bellsouth.net. As soon as we get enough interest, a meeting will be set up. Please include your name, email address, and phone number.

Music Lovers Club Saturday, August 12th | Doors Open at 6:30pm | Ballroom

The Juliets are on hiatus for the next two months. We will be gearing up again in September. Mark your calendar for our first luncheon of the season on Thursday, September 14th. We will be going to the Sailor’s Return in Stuart. We wish all our neighbors a very happy and healthy summer!

The Music Lovers Club will celebrate our 4th ANNIVERSARY. BYOB event, featuring a DJ as well as live music. Sandwiches will be served and there will be fun and surprises galore! The cost is only $10 per person (subsidized by the club) and, as always, new members are always welcome. For additional information or reservations, please contact Carol Rizzo, Committee Chairperson, at 772-3451843 or carolriz1228@aol.com.

Pickleball Club Open Play Daily | 6am & 3:30pm Ladies Only on Monday, Thursday & Saturday | 8am

JULIETS

Knit One, Crochet Too Club Thursdays | 7pm-8pm | Augustine Room

All are welcome to be with us to share all types of creative projects in fiber arts: knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, cross stitch, quilting, and sewing. We teach new folks or 12 Vitalia Voice | July 2017

Vitalia Pickleball Club members participated in two recent league play events, beginning with the Treasure Coast league and ending with the Vitalia Spring League. In the Treasure Coast league play, Vitalia had three teams entered in two divisions, with one team winning the championship and the other two teams coming in second place in their divisions. A total of 10 teams played in the Vitalia Spring League, with the winning teams in the two divisions being led by David Small and Donna TREASURE COAST 3.5 LEAGUE FINALIST Severance. If

out & about Club / Group you’re not familiar with pickleball, check out our website at vitaliapickleball.com.

fun and enjoy friendship with other women. Ladies dress in purple and wear red hats. Dues: $10 per year. For information on the group, contact Helen Penzel at 772345-4225. July 18th we’ll carpool. After lunch, we have the option of going shopping at the Jensen Beach Mall or going to the movies. RSVP to Lucy Gersten at 772-345-8505 or lsgerten@yahoo.com and let her know if you can drive. We like to rotate drivers each month.

Samba Club Tuesdays | 6:30pm-9pm | Augustine Room

For more information, please contact Kathleen Primavera at kathyprimavera@bellsouth.net.

Single’s Club VITALIA SPRING LEAGUE CHAMPION

Pilates Club Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5:30pm | Saturdays at 9:30am

The purpose of the Pilates Club is to further wellness and camaraderie between like-minded residents. Pilates helps develop strength, flexibility, posture and enhances mental awareness. The use of hand weights and/or the Pilates Rings is optional. Weights are supplied by Vitalia; rings are purchased personally. Deb D’Andrea, the Club Chairperson, is a certified Pilates instructor. For more information on the club, please contact Deb at treasurecoastpilates@gmail.com.

Ping Pong Club Wednesdays at 7pm | Fridays at 1pm | Ballroom

Our third table is here and is actively used during our Wednesday evening (7pm) Table Tennis open play. We have members of all levels and we welcome new players either on Wednesday evening or Friday afternoon at 1pm in the Ballroom. For more information, send an email to jimfollin@gmail.com.

Pinochle Fridays | 6pm | Demo Kitchen

Join both beginner and experienced players for an evening out playing Pinochle! Contact Bob Goldman at 772-3452460 or bobsue@htcplus.net for further information.

Red Hot Seasons - Vitalia’s Red Hat Group Wednesday, July 19th | 12:30pm | Red Lobster, 3544 NW Federal Highway (US 1) in Jensen Beach

A Red Hot Seasons Lady is a woman who wants to have

Saturday, July 1st | 6pm Pueblo Viejo, 270 NW Peacock, PSL

Join the Single’s Club for monthly activities and make new friends. The goal of the club is for singles to meet, make friends, and do activities together outside of the club. Join us for dinner. RSVP to Susan O’Dell at susanannodell@ hotmail.com for reservation purposes.

Sports Fans of Vitalia Thursday, July 27th | 6:30pm

There will be no formal meeting in July. However, join our group at the St. Lucie Mets game on Thursday, July 27th at 6:30pm. It’s Dollar Thursday with beer, hot dogs, soda and popcorn for just $1. Pay $6 general admission (seniors) and find our group sitting in Section 206. For more information, contact Ron Shandler at vitalia@ronshandler.com. You can find him at the game wearing a New York Mets jersey with a St. Louis Cardinals cap (it’s a long story).

Sunshine Club All Sunshine Club memberships will need to be renewed for the July 1st-June 30th membership year. The forms are located in the Clubhouse by the receptionist. Please let Sue Ann Goldman at bobsue@htcplus.net know of any hospitalizations, or any deaths of neighbors, or family of neighbors.

Tennis Club Check the Sports Bulletin Board for Weekly Court Assignments and Availability

Any questions or to join our club, contact Bob Memis at 772345-5857 or robertmemis@gmail.com or Gayle Deighan at 561-512-5101 or tennisgayle@gmail.com.

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out & about Club / Group TLC Women’s Bible Study Touching Ladies for Christ Thursdays | 10:30am | Augustine Room

You’re welcome to join this non-denominational/interdenominational Bible Study. This group of amazing and loving women are seeking to learn about God, why He created us, and how we can have an awesome personal relationship with His Son, Jesus Christ. Through studying His Word we discover truths that encourage, comfort, and give hope and clear direction for our lives. We also have fun socials planned throughout the year. For more information, please contact Diane Harrington at harr2888@gmail.com, 772-345-9054 (home), or 404-578-0437 (cell).

Vitalia Players Theatre Club Monday, August 7th | 7pm-9pm | Augustine Room

Come join the Vitalia Players Theatre Club. There are opportunities to explore from technical theatre to production and performances. Save these dates for our Steel Magnolias play on November 4th and 5th. Calling men and women to help with this production and many to come. No club meeting in July due to the holiday. See you August 7th.

For questions, contact Karen Beard at 317-697-9217. Meet the cast of Steel Magnolias, pictured below: Carolyn Worline, Linda Pixton, Susan Olesch, Michele Hogan, Carole West, and Nan Rothschild.

Veterans Club Saturday, July 15th | 8:30am-10am | Biscayne Room

The purpose of our club is to promote patriotic events, provide guidance and assistance to veterans in this community, and assist in obtaining needed social and medical attention from proper veteran agencies. We meet on the third Saturday of the month with coffee and bagels.

Contact David Martin at smedley821@gmail.com.

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STEEL MAGNOLIAS CAST

Marilyn Alexander Maureen Maclean & Brian Bavis Robert Torres & Linda Eisen Ken & Dana Fulop Marshall & Deborah Genger Bogdan & Victoria Jastrzebski Bill & Nancy Junk Bernie & Janet Lane Aaron & Sandra Lerman Vito & Clara Messina Nicholas Voglio & Karen Musacchio Gail Pfister

James & Diane Raynor Milton (Gary) Kettlewell & Janice Redmond Travis & Ana Rice Mark & Linda Rosenfeld Morissa Rivo & Neil Rosenstein John & Linda Skorupski William & Mary Ellen Stetler Victor Thompson Peter & Diane Trivers Michael & Christine Vaughn Rita Wilson

SUNSET TIKI BAR SUNDAYS Join us at 1pm every Sunday at the Tiki Bar by the Sunset Beach Pool. It’s a fun way to socialize with your neighbors and welcome new residents.

Membership is $5 per person for the calendar year.

Each member brings either food or a beverage to share.

Contact Tricia Buonomo, tbbuonomo@hotmail. com or Jane Caravan, j.caravan@yahoo.com.

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