Vitalia Voice | October 2016

VITALIA Upcoming Events The EPC Has You Covered!

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Webbing & Bark Lice

Are They Damaging the Trees?

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Join a Club

Connect with your Neighbors!

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VOICE October 2016 | www.VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com

Vitalia Information

To those celebrating in October

hours of operation Captiva Club Amenity Center

Mon-Sat: 6am-10pm

Sunset Beach Pool & The Colony Pool

Sun: 8am-9pm Daily Dawn to Dusk

and

contact 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

Have a Spooktacular Day!

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

November Submissions

Port St. Lucie Police Dept.

772-871-5000

Port St. Lucie Utilities

772-873-6400

Calendar and newsletter article submissions are due on Monday, October 3rd by 3pm to vitalia@ overflowdesigngroup.com.

(Emergency After Hours)

Port St. Lucie Utilities

772-871-5330

(Set Up)

Social Security Administration

800-772-1213

St. Lucie County

Medical Center

NEWSLETTER DEADLINES

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

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 Tradition CDD District 5 (Vitalia) Board Members Rick Dixon: boardmember3@tradtioncdd5.com Frank Webster: boardmember5@traditioncdd5.com

AV HOMES 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.

community news

A Very Appropriate Halloween Bug! Many of you may have noticed some pretty extensive webbing in the trees lately and wondered if the spider populations have suddenly gone up dramatically. Many of the webs you see in the trees over the next couple months are probably from something called “Bark Lice.”

Tyler Heel Community Manager theel@ evergreen-LM.com

Just the term lice can make your skin crawl and leave you scratching your head, but don’t worry this is not the kind of lice kids come home from school with. These types of lice are actually beneficial insects to most trees.

877-221-6919

Bark lice is not the same as parasitic lice found on humans and animals. Bark lice are minute brown insects that have a soft body and are similar in appearance to aphids. With it being unsightly, this often leads homeowners to ask, “Do bark lice insects damage trees?”

Bark lice live together in groups and are master web spinners. Back lice webbing, although unsightly, causes no damage to trees. The webbing can be extensive, covering the entire trunk of the tree and extending to the branches.

The lice do not actually hurt trees and are often thought of as helpful because they clean trees by eating things that your tree does not need like fungi, algae, mold, dead plant tissue and other debris. Bark lice actually devour their silken webbing at the end of the season as well, completing their job as cleanup crew.

homeowners can and will spray a heavy stream of water on the webs to knock them down.

However, since the insects are beneficial, it is suggested that they be left alone. Now that you know a little more about bark lice in trees, you can see that they are nothing to be alarmed about and they can add to your Halloween décor!

Know Your Documents 13.4 Leases. Homes may be leased, licensed or occupied only in their entirety and no fraction, portion or any detached "in·law suite" or "guest house" may be rented separately from the main dwelling. No bed and breakfast facility may be operated out of a Home. Individual rooms of a Home may not be leased or licensed on any basis.

No transient tenants may be accommodated in a Home. All licenses or occupancy agreements shall be in writing and a copy of all leases, licenses or occupancy agreements for Homes shall be provided to and approved by Association. No Home may be subject to more than two (2) Leases licenses, or occupancy agreements in any twelve (12) month period, regardless of the lease term.

Leases, licenses and occupancy agreements must be made for a minimum of three (3) months.

No time-share or other similar arrangement is permitted. The Owner must provide a copy of the Community Documents and Master Community Documents to the lessee, licensee or occupants.

Any prior deed restrictions recorded against any Lot regarding occupancy period and use of the property during the occupancy period, by anyone other than Developer, Master Developer, Association, Master Association, governmental agencies, and quasi-governmental agencies, are hereby terminated and shall not apply to any future Owners.

Bark lice treatment is unnecessary, as these insects are not really considered pests. Some October 2016 | Vitalia Voice 3

news board

Staff Spotlight: Rebecca Rebecca was born in Geneva, NY and raised her family in Naperville, IL. She moved to Sebring, FL in 2003 and then made stops in Sarasota, Orlando, and Vero Beach, until landing in Port St. Lucie for good! Rebecca is blessed to have two great children and one granddaughter. For fun she likes to go to flea markets and look for treasures to transform. Rebecca also enjoys going to her happy place - the beach - with her Golden Retriever and playing Kadima with her significant other.

She’s very happy to be working with Evergreen Lifestyles Management and is looking forward to meeting all of the Vitalia residents!

Coffee Talk

Meet & Greet

Join us in the Ballroom for coffee and meet your Community Property Manager, Tyler Heel on the first Wednesday of the month for October. Listen to any updates regarding the Vitalia Community and welcome your new neighbors.

If you closed between July 1st and September 30th you are invited to join the Welcome Committee for a party at the Captiva Club. Lunch and beverages will be served.

RSVP no later than Friday, October 7th to Kathy Pachuta at mirage0204@htcplus.net.

Wednesday, October 5th | 1pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Saturday, October 15th | 12pm-1:30pm | FREE Grand Treasure Ballroom

Vitalia Event Planning Committee Submitted by Cathy Powers, Chairperson The Mt. Dora Craft Fair trip takes off on October 23rd.

Take the bus from Vitalia with your neighbors to the craftiest town in Florida. There will be plenty of time to shop for that original handcrafted piece of artwork and enjoy lunch on your own in one of the many quaint cafes.

The Orange Sunshine Band comes to the Captiva Club stage on November 5th. This talented performance band will bring back the memories and sounds of the ‘60s experience. Take this amazing journey, dance to the music, and be glad all over that you did.

Get ready for a mysterious evening in the Grand Treasure Ballroom on October 29th. The Midnight at the Masquerade affair will provide a mystery to be solved by you and your tablemates. Figure out the puzzle of suspicious acts of the various characters as they interact with the audience. Decipher their stories and detect their clues to unmask the culprit in order to save the party!

The Holiday Lights in Mt. Dora trip leaves on December 2nd. Enjoy this picturesque venue decorated with enchanting lights.

On December 10th the Stuart Community Concert Band performs their Holiday Concert in the Grand Treasure Ballroom. This band has performed throughout the Treasure Coast entertaining audiences with their harmonious musical sounds. Enjoy this holiday concert with your neighbors in Vitalia.

The New Year’s Eve Gala in the Grand Treasure Ballroom on December 31st rounds out the year for our events. A fully catered dinner along with a great dance band and Vitalia friends will make for a fantastic night. More details to come.

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out & about Local & Beyond

Arts & Crafts Classes

The 7th Annual Dancing with our PALs

Masquerade Masks

Saturday, October 1st | 6pm The Sunrise Theatre, 117 South 2nd Street, Fort Pierce

Monday, October 3rd, Wednesday, October 5th, Monday, October 10th, OR Wednesday, October 12th (choose one) 9am-11am | Biscayne Room | $15

PAL is a nonprofit youth crime prevention program that utilizes educational, athletic, and recreational activities to create trust and understanding between police officers in the community and our youth. Tickets - VIP: $80 (includes private pre-show dinner featuring an amazing menu and seating in the first 7 rows of Orchestra); Orchestra: $35; Balcony: $25; and After Party in the Black Box: $10. Tickets will be available for purchase from your favorite dancer and on the website. For details call Karen Pearson at 772-5286649 for information or to sponsor this event.

Treasure Coast Autism Project (TCAP) 2nd Annual Ante Up for Autism Saturday, October 1st | 7pm 201 SW Flagler Avenue, Stuart

TCAP is a non-profit, private school dedicated to improving the lives of children living with autism on the Treasure Coast. It's their mission to provide educational opportunities which are suitable to each child’s unique academic, therapeutic, and social needs. Check-in begins at 6pm. Tables are open from 7pm-10pm. $125 donation includes casino gaming chips, raffle tickets, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and open bar.

The Humane Society of St. Lucie's 2nd Annual Putt for Paws Golf Classic Saturday, October 29th | 8:30am St. Lucie Trails Golf Club, 951 Country Club Drive, PSL

All proceeds will benefit and help care for over 5,000 homeless pets and provide low cost wellness plans for over 3,000 pets in our community. Sponsorship opportunities are available! Hole Sponsor/Pet Dedication: $100; Green Sponsor/Pet Dedication: $75; Individual Golfer: $125; and Golf Foursome: $400. Registration is at 7:30am; Shotgun Start at 8:30am; and BBQ Lunch and Awards Ceremony at 1:30pm. For more information on sponsorship opportunities and tournament details, please call David Lynch at 772-801-8564.

With the upcoming Midnight at the Masquerade Murder Mystery Night approaching we plan on showing you how to embellish your own masks to show off! You can make it original to coordinate with your costume. All supplies will be provided, but if you have any old costume jewelry that you would like to bring it could add that special touch you’re looking for.

Resin Earrings Session 1: Mondays, October 17th & 24th Session 2: Wednesdays, October 19th & 26th 9am-11am | Biscayne Room | $14

Try your hand at making earrings filled with resin. You’ll have the opportunity to add embellishments to the resin too! These earrings can be bent to any shape you desire because the outside edge will be made of wire. The sky’s the limit to what you can use to create these one-of-akind jewelry pieces!

Welcome Home New Neighbors!

Herbert & Ruth Arnold Mike & Pat Becker Jane Caravan Al & Judith Castaldo Michael & Susan Cherry Richard & Stephanie Clinton Ben & Deborah D’Andrea Jan Madnick & Trevor Doelling Aidan & Margaret Fortune R.J. & Nita Intindola Jerome & Jenine Mendelsberg Scott MacKay & Elizabeth Meyer

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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!

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.

Aquacise at Sunset Beach 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 at 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 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.

Group X Toning 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.

H20 Pilates at 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 Line dance is a choreographed dance with a repeated sequence of steps in which a group of people dance in one 6 Vitalia Voice | October 2016

or more lines or rows, all facing either each other or in the same direction, and executing the steps at the same time.

Pilates 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.

Step and Tone 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.

Stretch 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, improves your sport, and prolongs life. Modifiers will be given for all levels - chairs can also be used if needed for assistance.

Yin/Restorative Yoga 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 Incorporates Latin and international music and dance with a blended balance of cardio and muscle toning.

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

out & about Lifestyles Free Movie Night - Hello My Name Is Doris Friday, October 7th | 7pm | Doors Open 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

No RSVP required. Popcorn provided. Bring your own beverage and snacks and enjoy the show! See ad on page 7 for more information about the movie.

Trivia Saturday, October 15th | 7pm | Doors Open at 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom | $5 Per Person

Join your friends and neighbors for a friendly game of 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; however, all names must be given when purchased. Reminder…please make sure to give your team members their tickets in advance, as they will be collected at the door. If you are not currently part of a team, you are 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 (10/15 OR 10/21) 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.

Putting Green Tournament Thursday, October 20th | 9:30am Vitalia Putting Green

The fourth Vitalia pairs putting tournament will be happening October 20th at 9:30am. The format is the same as last time, alternate shot. Come put your short game to the test! Sign up at the lobby desk or by calling 772-800-2504. Residents only please. No charge.

2nd Night of Trivia Friday, October 21st | 7pm | Doors Open at 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom | $5 Per Person

See event description to the left. Note: Residents will be required to select a date (10/15 OR 10/21) 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.

32nd Annual Mt. Dora Craft Fair Bus Trip Sunday, October 23rd | 9:30am $27 for Residents | $29 for Guests Captiva Club Parking Lot

Join your Vitalia neighbors for a fun day with over 400 crafters and artists. The Mount Dora Craft Fair is a top 8 Vitalia Voice | October 2016

ranked event featuring an eclectic mix of arts and crafts from sculptures to ceramics to paintings to woodworking, and more. The bus departs at 9:30am from the Captiva Club parking lot. Lunch is not provided, but can be purchased at the fair.

Free Movie Night - Fathers & Daughters Thursday, October 27th | 7pm | Doors Open 6:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

No RSVP required. Popcorn provided. Bring your own beverage and snacks and enjoy the show! See ad on page 7 for more information about the movie.

Midnight at the Masquerade Murder Mystery Night Saturday, October 29th | 7pm | Doors Open at 6:30pm $23 for Residents | $25 for Guests Grand Treasure Ballroom

Come celebrate Halloween Masquerade Style and solve the crime of the century! Masquerade masks and costumes are optional…come as yourself, if you dare. The first table to solve the murder gets an award. Light fare, dessert, and coffee will be provided at each table. Tickets are on sale now. Contact Melissa at 772-800-2504 or stop by the Captiva Club front desk anytime from 8am-4pm, Monday-Friday to purchase tickets.

LIFESTYLES EVENTS TICKET SALE INFORMATION The main ticket sale will be Monday, October 10th in the Grand Treasure Ballroom for the November Lifestyles Events from 9am-11am. Please pick up a deli ticket inside the Ballroom at 9am on October 10th and wait for your number to be called. After October 10th, tickets will be sold at the Captiva Club front desk, Monday–Friday from 8am-4pm. Payment is received by check ONLY (made payable to Vitalia HOA).

Club Amici and Bunco tickets will be sold in the Ballroom.

All residents will need to present their resident ID badges in order to purchase a ticket. The first two weeks a Lifestyles Event goes on sale, tickets will be for 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. For club events listed on pages 10-14, please contact the club coordinator.

out & about Club/Group Meeting & Contact List Club/Group

Day

Time

Room

Contact

Phone

Email

Art Club

Tuesdays Mondays

9:30am 1:30pm

BR BR

Ricky Stephens

-

sendaheartart@gmail.com

Basketball Club

Mondays Wednesdays

6pm 2pm

Basketball Court

Jim Loughlin

-

jloughlin44@gmail.com

Bingo

4th Sunday

7pm

GTB

Helen Penzel Rick Dixon

772-345-4225 -

rdixon@vitaliaattraditionhoa.com

Bocce

Saturdays

9am

Courts

Greg

772-345-9267

get300zx@aol.com

Book Club

2nd Tuesday

9:30am

AR

Adrian Goetz

772-345-2294

gba1255@aol.com

Bowling

Tuesdays

1:30pm

SuperPlay USA

Ronda Sadowsky

-

ronda.sadowsky@gmail.com

Bunco

2nd Sunday

6:45pm

GTB

Sue Ann Goldman

772-345-2460

bobsue@htcplus.net

Car Club

-

-

-

Greg Chris

732-539-9110 772-345-2304

get300zx@aol.com caemunz2@gmail.com

Club Amici

-

-

-

Carol Ritz

-

ritzcsp@aol.com

Co-Ed Dart Club

Mondays & Wednesdays

6:45pm

BDR

Brian Stadtler

772-345-2772

bstadtler@gmail.com

Co-Ed Water Volleyball

Tues. & Wed.

9am

CP

Phil Savader

-

philsavader@aol.com

Cook’s Corner

-

-

-

-

-

cookscornervitalia@gmail.com

Cornhole Club

3rd Sunday

6:30pm

GTB

Gail Gwodz Milly Katzenbach

-

gwodz@bellsouth.net millynick01@yahoo.com

Dart Club

Tuesdays

7pm

BDR

Mike Mamo

772-345-0561

-

Dogs & Cats Forever

-

-

-

Kathy Pachuta

772-345-2311

mirage0204@htcplus.net

Friends and Neighbors of Education Club

-

-

-

Cathy Powers

-

cathy@powersnetwork.com

Genealogy Club

2nd Friday

1pm

AR

Flo Giltman

772-345-9150

lgiltma1@gmail.com

Good News Club Bible Study

Wednesdays

11am

AR

Cathy Simon

-

finefeather1983@gmail.com

Gun Club

1st Thursday

10:30am

BR

Jerry Mastrov

772-345-0377

jmastrov@aol.com

Hand & Foot

Thursdays

1pm

BR

Bob Goldman

772-345-2460

bobsue@htcplus.net

Juliets

2nd Thursday

1pm

-

Carla Mansfield Shelley Deixler

-

cbenz21@aol.com shell842@gmail.com

Investment Club

3rd Tuesday

3pm

AR

Linda Gausten

772-345-6669

lgausten@yahoo.com

Knit One, Crochet Too

Thursdays

7pm

AR

Marjorie Weiss

772-345-9382

weisderr@gmail.com

Ladies Bible Study Club

Thursdays

10:30am

AR

Diane Harrington

772-345-9054

harr2888@gmail.com

Ladies of Vitalia (LOVe) Hadassah

1st Tuesday

10:30am

GTB

Sue Ann Goldman

772-345-2460

bobsue@htcplus.net

Mahjong Club

-

-

-

Shelley Deixler

-

shell842@gmail.com

Men’s 8 Ball League of Vitalia

Thursdays

7pm

BBR

Jerry Warrener Bill Sheehan

610-283-1534 302-841-8664

jdub919@outlook.com bill@sheehan3.com

Men’s Golf

Mondays

-

-

Steve Tuckman

-

tuck61494@gmail.com

Men’s Water Volleyball

Saturdays

9am

CP

Phil Savader

-

philsavader@aol.com

Missy Sippy’s Club

-

-

-

Shelley Deixler

-

shell842@gmail.com

Music Lovers Club

-

-

-

Mark Rosenbaum Lynette Polo

631-796-7651 -

musicloversclub4u@aol.com

To be included on this list or update your club’s information, email vitalia@overflowdesigngroup.com. | See monthly calendar for Room Key

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out & about Club/Group Meeting & Contact List Club/Group

Day

Time

Room

Contact

Phone

Email

Petanque

Tuesdays Wednesdays

9am 4pm

Courts Courts

Christine

508-816-4632

cbianchin@hotmail.com

Pickleball Club

Daily Daily

6:30am 4pm

Courts Courts

Jim Nelson

772-345-6275

viking01@bellsouth.net

Ping Pong Club

Wednesdays Fridays

7pm 1pm

GTB GTB

Jim Follin

-

jimfollin@gmail.com

Pinochle

Fridays

6pm

BR

Bob Goldman

772-345-2460

bobsue@htcplus.net

Red Hot Seasons

Every Other Month

-

-

Sue Ann Goldman

772-345-2460

bobsue@htcplus.net

Retreads Remote Control Car Club

2nd Thursday

9am

Car Track

Brian Stadtler

772-345-2772

-

Seashell Sunset Happy Hour Club

3rd Tuesday

7:15pm

SP

Jan Flynt

-

jancflynt@icloud.com

Single’s Club

1st Saturday

6pm

-

Susan O’Dell

-

susanannodell@hotmail.com

Sports Fans Club

2nd Tuesday

4:30pm

AR

Ron Shandler

540-815-0643

vitalia@ronshandler.com

Stickball

Sundays

8am

Courts

Phil Savader

-

philsavader@aol.com

Sunset Beach Tiki Bar Group

Sundays

1pm

SP

Joseph Veight

-

jwveight@gmail.com

Sunshine Club

-

-

-

-

-

sunshinevitalia@gmail.com

Tennis Club (Open Play)

M, W, F, Sat.

7:15am

Courts

Bob Memis Gayle Deighan

772-345-5857 561-512-5101

robertmemis@gmail.com tennisgayle@gmail.com

Travel Club of Vitalia

Quarterly

11am

GTB

-

-

info@vitaliatravelclub.com

To be included on this list or update your club’s information, email vitalia@overflowdesigngroup.com. | See monthly calendar for Room Key

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

We are a group that enjoys being creative. Many of us have never painted before, while some have years of experience.

Either way we have fun, make new friends, and learn from each other. We welcome everyone from experienced artists to the beginner. We each work independently in all mediums and help each other to learn or improve on what we already know. There is no instructor and you bring your own supplies. Occasionally Ricky demonstrates how to paint in watercolors. Look in the clubhouse lobby for those times. We also send out emails. Send your email address if you want to get updates and club information to Ricky Stephens at sendaheartart@gmail.com or call 239-682-6532.

Look for a change in the day from Tuesday mornings to Wednesdays beginning in November! We're hoping this will accommodate more of you.

Open Art Day Mondays | 1:30pm-5:30pm | Biscayne Room

You're welcome to join us to create an art project. Bring your own project such as jewelry making, craft making, or 10 Vitalia Voice | October 2016

mosaics, etc. If you wish to share your knowledge of a craft, please let us know and we will schedule a teaching session.

If you wish to join us, please contact Polly Lasher at 772345-9228 or Ricky Stephens at 239-682-6532.

Basketball Club Mondays at 6pm | Tuesdays at 2pm Basketball Court

The Vitalia Basketball Club is expanding its playing hours starting October 1st. In addition to the regular Monday evening play at 6pm (note the earlier time due to earlier sunset), there will be Wednesday afternoon play at 2pm.

Depending on who shows up, activities could be HORSE, three-on-three, or 21. For more information contact the Commish, Jim Laughlin at jloughlin44@gmail.com. Also, keep your eyes peeled for a fall free-throw challenge in November.

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

Hi neighbors! Please join us for a friendly game of BINGO

out & about Club / Group on Sunday, October 23rd in the Ballroom. Meet your neighbors and win some prizes. Pay $5 at the door for the entire evening. Coffee, tea, and snacks are served. Hope to see you there!

Bocce/Petanque Bocce: Saturdays | 9am Petanque: Tuesdays at 8am | Wednesdays at 6pm

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

Petanque is a French game played between 2 teams of various size and with metal balls and 1 small ball. The object of both games is to get as close to the small ball as possible. Bocce is played on Saturdays at 9am and Petanque on Tuesdays at 8am and Wednesdays at 6pm at the courts. Contact Greg at get300zx@aol.com or 772-3459267 for Bocce and Christine at cbianchin@hotmail.com or 508-816-4632 for Petanque. No equipment needed and beginners are welcome.

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

We’ll be discussing Saving Sophie by Ronald H. Balson. The book synopsis is below.

From Ronald H. Balson, author of Once We Were Brothers, “Saving Sophie” is the powerful story of the lengths a father will go through to protect his daughter and an action-packed thriller that will take you on an unforgettable journey of murder and deception, testing the bonds of family and love.

Upcoming book: November 8th - Trail of Broken Wings

by Sejal Badani. Contact Adrian Goetz at 772-345-2294 or gba1255@aol.com for more information.

Bunco Sunday, October 9th | 6:45pm-9pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Join us in the Grand Treasure Ballroom of the Captiva Club for a fun night of rolling 3 dice. We are a friendly group of people. The cost is $5 per person and Publix gift cards are awarded to winners. We collect at Lifestyle Ticket Sales at the Captiva Club from 9am to 10:30am. If writing a check, please make check out to cash. We serve coffee and water.

Bring snacks if you like. Each month different players

provide desserts. Please contact Sue Ann at 772-345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus.net for more information.

Club Amici's Vitalia Variety Show Saturday, November 12th | 6pm | Grand Treasure Ballroom

If if you have an even numbered street address, please bring an entrée or veggie. If if you have an odd numbered street address, please bring an entrée or appetizer. A meat station will be provided! BYOB. Enjoy Vitalia entertainment! For more information, contact Roz at vanderhr@bellsouth.net or Carol at ritzcsp@aol.com. Tickets go on sale at Lifestyles Ticket Sales on Monday, October 10th.

Cooks Corner Thursday, October 6th | 6pm Ian's Tropical Grill in Stuart

The Cooks Corner dine-around for October will be held at Ian's Tropical Grill in Stuart on Thursday, October 6th at 6pm outside on their covered patio. Check out their menu at ianstropicalgrille.com. The fee will be $24 (tax and tip included) for ANY entrée on their menu. Like always, a cash bar will be available.

Tuesday, November 8th | 6pm

We’ll be dining at Nino's in Stuart at 6pm for November's dine-around. There will be Antipasto and Eggplant Rollatini served family style with a choice of entrée (linguine with clams, lasagna, rigatoni bolognese, chicken francese, or chicken marsala), followed by cannoli for dessert. The meal will cost $25, which includes tax and tip.

A cash bar will be available.

Events for the Demo Kitchen are in the planning stages. An email will be sent to members when the details are finalized.

To attend any event, RSVP to cookscornervitalia@gmail. com and make your payment to Susan O'Dell no later than one week before the event.

Friends and Neighbors of Education (FAN) Club Karaoke Night Sunday, November 6th | 6:30pm | Grand Treasure Ballroom

The Friends and Neighbors of Education (FAN) Club invites you to participate in a Karaoke Night in the Grand Treasure Ballroom on Sunday, November 6th from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. The price is just $5 at the door. This October 2016 | Vitalia Voice 11

out & about Club / Group is a night filled with tons of fun. There are thousands of songs to choose from. Gather your neighbors together to perform as a group. If you prefer, sing a solo, or just come to watch, listen, and enjoy. Whatever your preference, this is an entertaining event that you won’t want to miss with A Kiss By a Rose company providing the karaoke songs. The dance floor is also open. BYOB. Open table seating. All monies raised will benefit children in Port St. Lucie with literacy materials.

For more information, please contact Cathy Powers at 772345-2486 or cathy@powersnetwork.com.

Investment Club Tuesday, October 18th | 3pm | Augustine Room

The Investment Club at Vitalia is 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, 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 Vitalia residents are welcome. Meetings are the third Tuesday of the month at 3pm in the Augustine Room. For more information, contact Linda Gausten at lgausten@yahoo.com.

Genealogy Club

Juliets

Friday, October 14th | 1pm-2:30pm | Augustine Room

Thursday, October 13th | 1pm | Fernando's Dockside Grill

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. Club members will assist each other and those new to Genealogy on how to begin their search and provide suggestions on how to continue. Come join us in carving out a place for one's family in the larger historical picture and on how to preserve the past for future generations. Meetings are held the 2nd Friday of every month in the Augustine Room at the Captiva Club.

Yearly membership is $10. If you are interested in joining us, please contact Flo Giltman at lgiltma1@gmail.com or 772-345-9150.

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

The Good News Bible Study Group is an interactive Bible-based group, studying the Old and New Testaments.

Lessons are from Scripture, DVD series, and current events. In October, we will likely complete the study of The Book of Ephesians. It is believed Paul wrote this letter to the City of Ephesus (now Turkey) while in prison at Rome (A.D. 60). All are welcome regardless of faith or background. For more information, contact Kathy Simon at 352-238-5472 or finefeather1983@gmail.com or Doug Farrone at 954-214-2591 or dougfarrone@htcplus.net.

Juliets, this month is a rare treat for us! We will be going to the most popular restaurant right in our backyard in Port St. Lucie. Come and enjoy the Mediterranean & Portuguese Cuisine at Fernando's Dockside Grill on Veteran's Parkway on Thursday, October 13th at 1pm. From traditional Shrimp Scampi to Portuguese Pork Alentejana and fresh pan-seared New Bedford, Massachusetts Scallops. With an endless array of unique dishes to excite your taste buds and a warm, inviting atmosphere, we know Fernando’s Dockside Grille will become your new favorite! Tell all your neighbors to join the Juliets for a lunch they will not forget. All ladies are welcome! RSVP to Carla Mansfield at 772-345-1460.

Shelley and Carla hope to see you all there!

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

Welcome back snowbirds. Anyone who knits, crochets, or does other handcrafts is welcome to join us any week or those who want to learn. We teach people and are there to support you along the way. Conversation is always enjoyable and we learn techniques from seeing each other's projects. There are also opportunities to make things for charity.

Hand & Foot

Ladies Bible Study

Thursdays | 1pm-4pm | Biscayne Room

Thursdays | 10:30am | Augustine Room

Join us for a fun afternoon. Both beginners and experienced players are welcome. Please contact Bob Goldman at 772345-2460 or email him at bobsue@htcplus.net for more information.

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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

out & about Club / Group MALKA'S MAHJONG CORNER: ASK THE EXPERT 222 000 1111 6666 (Any 3 Suits) (2016 #3)

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 or 772-345-9054 (home) or 404-578-0437 (cell).

Q: Do the sixes have to be dots, to match the zeroes?

Ladies of Vitalia (LOVe) Hadassah Enjoyment Book Order Monday, October 10th | 9am-10:30am | Ballroom

We’ll be taking pre-orders for the 2016-2017 Enjoyment Books (valid 11/1/16 through 11/1/17). The cost of the book is $35. This book has deals for restaurants, sporting events, golf, car washes, dry cleaners, etc., and offers BOGOs and discounts up to 50% off! Please find us at the Hadassah table on Vitalia Ticket Sales days or contact Sue Ann at 772-3452460 or bobsue@htcplus.net to reserve your book. Delivery will be at the clubhouse between the second and third week of October. We'll call you when they are ready for pick-up.

Break The Fast, Yom Kippur Wednesday, October 12th | 6pm | Grand Treasure Ballroom

Cost: $18 per person. Menu will include a smoked salmon platter, whitefish salad, herring, a vegetable plate, tuna salad, kugels, assorted bagels, cream cheese, desserts, and beverages. A flyer is located near the Computer Room with details and a reservation slip. The last day for reservations is October 4th. Your check will confirm your reservation. For more information or reservations, call Nancy Bernstein at 772-345-9863 or Faith Kamins at 772-345-9014.

Kelly Tyko, The Bargainista Tuesday, November 1st | 10:30am-12:30pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Kelly Tyko, also known as the Bargainista, has worked for Treasure Coast Newspapers since 2003 and became the retail reporter and consumer columnist in 2015. Prior to moving to a job that requires her to shop, she covered education for the paper for 11 years.

A: Read the red note above the 2016 section on the card.

When used as zero, soap can be used with any suit. The sixes don't have to be dots; the sixes can be any suit that isn't used for the twos or ones.

Q: Do I have to use bams for the twos and craks for the ones?

A: No. The color-coding is not to be taken as standing for particular suits. Read the back of the card.

Missy Sippy's Club Hope you all enjoyed your summer vacation! The Missy Sippy's will be gearing back up again in November. We will meet the 2nd Wednesday of each month! Our next meet will be on Wednesday, November 9th at 6pm at the Seashell Pavilion. All ladies are welcome to join us. For further information, contact Shelley Deixler, shell842@gmail.com.

Music Lovers Club The Music Lovers Club of Vitalia was happy to present our original production, The Real Housewives (and Husbands) of Vitalia, to a sold-out audience in August. Fifty residents contributed their time, energy, and talent to the show, which was a huge success. We are pleased to welcome our 500th member this month, Barbara Prince! Announcements of upcoming events will be coming out shortly. New members are always welcome. The only requirement to join is a love of music. Please contact our secretary, Lynette Polo, at musicloversclub4u@aol.com for additional information.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, Kelly grew up in South Florida and graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications. Kelly enjoys helping readers save money and is always on the hunt for good deals.

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

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out & about Club / Group Pickleball Club

Single's Club

Open Play Daily | 6am & 4pm Ladies Only on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday | 8am

Saturday, October 1st | 6pm Nino's in Stuart

Newbie clinics are held the first two Tuesdays of each month. Check out our website at vitaliapickleball.com and click on Newbie Classes to register. Club dues are only $10 per person per year. Free private lessons are available from Kevin Schuler at 772-345-6216, or LJ Miller at 772-3452111. You can become a member and be added to the club mailing list by contacting Dore Handy at 772-345-6221 or drbh79@yahoo.com. Join us on October 8th at noon for our general membership meeting in the Ballroom.

Join the Single's Club for monthly activities and make new friends. The goal of the club is for single people to meet, make new friends, and do activities together even outside of the club. Many started walking, golfing, going to the movies and dinner together once they became friends.

This month's activity is: Nino's on Saturday, October 1st at 6pm in Stuart. If interested in joining this group and attending this month's dinner, email Susan O'Dell at susanannodell@hotmail.com.

Ping Pong Club

Sports Fans of Vitalia

Wednesdays at 7pm | Fridays at 1pm Grand Treasure Ballroom

Tuesday, October 18th | 4:30pm | Augustine Room

The Vitalia Ping Pong Club (aka Table Tennis) meets twice a week for recreational play. We have two tables for doubles and singles play in the Ballroom on Wednesday evening at 7pm and Friday afternoon at 1pm. All levels are welcome to join in this air-conditioned activity. We will be happy to provide refresher training for people who have not played for a decade or two.

Pinochle Fridays | 6pm | Demo Kitchen

Join us for an evening out playing Pinochle. Both beginner and experience players are welcomed. Please contact Bob Goldman at 772-345-2460 or email him at bobsue@ htcplus.net for further information.

Red Hot Seasons - Vitalia's Red Hat Group Wednesday, October 19th | 12:30pm-2:30pm Panariello’s Italian Restaurant

Join us for lunch at Panariello’s Italian Restaurant located in the Coco Vista Plaza at 466 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd.

Please look at their website for the menu. Contact Roberta Cook at randrcook@gmail.com for reservations and more information.

Save the date, Wednesday, November 16th from 12:30pm2:30pm for lunch at Bonefish Mac (located at 622 SE Becker Road in PSL). We will have their private room.

Contact Kathy Sagnella to RSVP or for more information at fsagnella772@gmail.com or 772-345-4988.

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No matter what sports or teams you follow, join us for our monthly discussion group, trivia contests, and more.

Contact Ron Shandler at vitalia@ronshandler.com for more information.

Sunshine Club The club year runs from July 1st to June 30th. The club gives support to people that have a death in the family, hospitalization, etc. Even if one isn't a member, the club would still send an appropriate card. Let Susan O'Dell know of any instances that would warrant a card(s) at susanannodell@hotmail.com. The membership fee is $10 per household, or if someone lives alone, they only pay $5.

Pick up a membership form in the clubhouse library. All the pertinent information is listed on the form.

Tennis Club Check Weekly Calendar in Vitalia Voice For Open Play Times

Welcome to the additional members who joined the Tennis Club. The women and men have formed Tennis Teams to start competing with other communities starting this fall.

The Tennis Club hosted a Mixed Doubles Round Robin with the PGA Tennis Club on September 18th. There will be a Tennis Club General Membership Meeting on November 16th at 4pm. Please mark your calendar; more details will follow.

The Tennis Club is joining with the Pickleball Club to go on a group cruise to the Western Caribbean on the "Oasis of the Seas," departing on April 2, 2017. If you have any questions or want to join our club, contact Bob Memis at 772-345-5857 or robertmemis@gmail.com or Gayle Deighan at 561-512-5101 or tennisgayle@gmail.com.

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