2012-05-14T14:05:52-04:00 Zend_Feed_Writer http://www.palmcitychamber.com 2012-05-14T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-14T14:05:52-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/63 The ARC of Martin County Hurricane Stock Up Party Thursday, May 31st : 5:30 pm Courtyard by Marriot 7615 SW Lost River Rd Sponsored by Decorating Den, Martin Memorial, FPL $25.00 pp plus bring a gift card to Home Depot, Publix, Wal-mart It’s time to stock up our 8 group homes and emergency shelter for the Hurricane Season. Pleaser come and support the event. For more information contact 772-283-2525. 2012-05-14T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-14T11:10:02-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/62 La Borgata Catering 3227 SW Mapp Road, Palm City, Fl 34990 Planning or hosting a special event or occasion? La Borgata will make it extraordinary and a memorable one. At La Borgata we pride ourselves on using only the highest quality, freshest ingredients and providing you and your guests with nothing short of excellent service. Cooking is our passion and serving you our greatest pleasure. Food is an essential ingredient in hosting a grand and successful party. It is always something your guests are going to remember first and foremost. Let La Borgata cater your next affair and your guests will surely remember and rave about the food. Take your and your guests' palates on anItalianculinaryadventure your taste buds will sure to enjoy and make it An Affair To Remember. Experience authentic Italian cuisine and hospitality at it's finest. No Passport or Airline Ticket Required! Please visit our website for catering menu at www.laborgataristorante.com or for more information please email us at info@laborgataristorante.com and our catering and event specialist will be in contact with you to assist in planning your next event. No event too small or too big, only spectacular with La Borgata Catering. We also offer creative and customized catering services. From informal business luncheons to wedding receptions, La Borgata has you covered. Hometown News Buon Appetito, Cin, Cin e Buona Festa! Carmine e Famiglia di La Borgata Catering www.laborgataristorante.com 2012-05-14T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-14T11:02:54-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/61 FDOT will perform maintenance painting of the old Roosevelt Bridge in the near future. The contract was awarded to Royal Bridge, Inc. and the engineer of record is Heath Stocton of AECOM.     The project start date is May 21st. Contract time is 100 days. Bridge to be closed no more than 60 days (July 21st) unlessproblems arise or rain days become a factor. Boating traffic will not be effected, as the bridge is to remain in the open position. Pre-construction meeting is 10:00 a.m., May 17th at AECOM office.  Bill Reinert will attend for the City. 2012-05-14T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-14T10:37:52-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/60 "Free Fishing Days" The Tax Collector in Martin County, Ruth Pietruszewski, would like to let all anglers know that multiple days are coming up in the summer that will be completely FREE for anyone to fish in saltwater or freshwater in our beautiful Sunshine State. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announced that June 9, 2012 is a license-free day for Freshwater Fishing and the two free days for Saltwater Fishing are June 2, 2012 and September 1, 2012. These free days will coincide with the National Fishing and Boating week and the Labor Day weekend. These free Saltwater and Freshwater days do not include Commercial Fishing. If you have any questions regarding these FREE fishing days, call 850-488-3641or visit www.MyFWC.com These dates will also be listed on our Event Calendar. 2012-05-14T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-14T10:31:58-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/59 The reservation desk is open for the Group Networking Cruise!! Miriam Wolf at Wolfcat Travel has joined her love of networking and passion for cruising into a fantastic Group Networking Cruise.  Get ready for the 12/5/12 sailing on the Royal Caribbean Independence of the Seas! Hold your cabin with a deposit of $200 and you will be on your way to fun, sun and an overall great cruise experience. In addition to all of the extras that I have set up for the group, the Independence of the Seas is a beautiful ship and there is so much to do (or not do!) on and off of the ship. The bonus is the chance to Network while having a 3 day getaway. I will have Guest Speaker opportunities throughout the cruise, so don't delay as the spots will be set up on a first come first served basis. Everyone is welcome, so feel free to bring your families. http://www.wolfcatcruises.com/ rw/view/1572 View Flyer  Happy Sailing! Miriam WolfCruise Planners/Wolfcat Travel 866-606-8249 2012-05-14T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-14T10:26:29-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/58 Please be our guest... and come enjoy lunch or lite dinner fare at the First Serve, a poolside Cafe located at The Racquet Club at Tesoro, conveniently located just off of Becker Road in Port St. Lucie. We are serving lunch daily (Monday - Saturday) and a lite dinner menu on Thursday and Friday Evenings. On Fridays we feature live entertainment for your dining pleasure! First Serve Cafe, is located at 199 SE Via Tesoro Blvd, Port St. Lucie, FL. First Serve Cafe is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing lunch or dinner overlooking the magnificent infinity edge pool. The First Serve Cafe is the perfect venue for your next catered affair, -- call (772)345-2100 for more information. 2012-05-14T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-14T11:27:08-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/57 The Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County will host its very first Retro Game Show Night on Saturday, June 23, 2012 from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm at the Lyric Flagler Center in downtown Stuart.  Tickets are $75 each and all proceeds will benefit the Club's H. Wayne Huizenga branch in Palm City. We'll be reliving and playing all our favorite Game Shows of the past: Family Feud, The Newlywed Game, Let’s Make a Deal, and of course, Wheel of Fortune!  Men and women 21+ are invited to attend. We're also looking for event sponsors. Echoing the programming of the past and the days before TIVO, sponsors and advertisers will be prominently showcased and endlessly promoted in front of the audience ALL evening long. Interested in purchasing tickets or sponsoring the event? Please call Juliet at 772.545.1255 or send her an email at jciaravino@bgcmartin.org. 2012-05-14T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-14T10:06:08-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/56 STUART, FL (May 4, 2012) – Seacoast National Bank has announced the 2012 Seacoast Open Charity Mixed Doubles Tournament will be held at North River Shores Tennis Club on Saturday, May 19.  Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.  Prizes will be awarded for the top doubles team in each category.   "Seacoast is proud to host this event as a way of living our commitment to investing in our customers and the communities we serve,” said Tom Hall, Seacoast National Bank Executive Vice President of Retail Banking and Wealth Management.    This is the third year Seacoast National Bank has hosted the Seacoast Open and the first year United Way of Martin County has been selected as the beneficiary.  Previous charities have included the Boys and Girls Club of Martin County and the American Red Cross.   Registration forms for the 2012 Seacoast Open can be downloaded online at www.northrivershorestennis.com . The entry fee is $40 per player and the entry deadline is Wednesday, May 16.  For more information, contact Karin DeCoste at (772) 692-0266.   All proceeds will benefit the United Way of Martin County.  In the event of rain, the tournament will be held on Sunday, May 20.   Seacoast National Bank is the operating arm of Seacoast Banking Corporation of Florida (NASDAQ: SBCF).  With over $2 billion in assets and 39 branches from Orlando to Palm Beach Gardens and south central Florida, it is one of the largest community banks headquartered in Florida. For more information please visit their website at SeacoastNational.com.   PHOTO CAPTION: Seacoast National Bank Executive Vice President Tom Hall is surrounded by United Way executives Lucy Corley and Jim Vojcsik and Karin DeCoste of the North River Shores Tennis Club.  The Seacoast Open will take place on May 19 and registration is open to the public. 2012-05-14T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-14T10:03:27-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/55 Deborah F. Irvine, President of Family Private Care, a Nurse Registry headquartered in Hobe Sound Florida, announced today that Family Private Care will host the Treasure Coast Guardianship Association meeting on Monday, May 14th. The Treasure Coast Guardianship Association is an affiliate of the Florida State Guardianship Association. Meeting monthly, members include guardians, attorneys and other interested individuals and organizations that serve incapacitated individuals living the Treasure Coast. This month’s special guest presenter is Yolanda Siples, Executive Director of the Statewide Public Guardianship Office, Florida Department of Public Affairs. On this, her first visit to the Treasure Coast, in addition to addressing the Treasure Coast Guardianship Association meeting, she will tour judicial offices of the Treasure Coast and Palm Beach. For more information or to RSVP call Diane Charette at 772-692-0032 by May 9th. Family Private Care, Inc., a licensed nurse registry headquartered in Hobe Sound, Florida, is a private care referral company, specializing in expertly matching individuals who need assistance at their home or in a health care facility with highly qualified health care professionals. Since 1997, Family Private Care has referred Skilled Nursing Care (RNs and LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants, Home Health Aides, Companions, and Homemakers. Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River, Okeechobee, Palm Beach, Broward, Lee, Sarasota and Collier Counties. Telephones are personally answered 24/7 so for more information about Family Private Care, Inc. call (800) 962-0884, or log on to www.familyprivatecare.com.   2012-05-14T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-14T09:58:48-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/54 Jensen Beach High School’s competition choir, Jubilate 2012 had another year of "superior” ratings.  The school year started off with the Florida Music Educator’s All-State Choir auditions. Three students qualified and participated in the three day event held in Tampa.  Kerry Lynch and Reva Satchell performed with the Women’s Choir while Emily Vitale performed in the Mixed Choir. Jubilate’s first major achievement in 2012 as a group came under the direction of James Paul, Choir Director, on February 18th when they earned Superiors at the District Choral MPA held at Lincoln Park Academy in Fort Piece.  All six choirs (Freshman Women, Intermediate Women, Advanced Women, Men, Concert Choir and Jubilate 2012) received superior marks from the judges allowing them to move on to the State competition. Next up, over their spring break, 70 students traveled to New York City to participate in the national Heritage Festival.  Once again, the amazingly talented group of students outshined the competition.  The choir competed in three divisions.  The Men’s choir, Women’s Choir and mixed choir, Jubilate 2012, were all awarded 1st Gold honors with the Women’s choir taking home "Most Outstanding Choir” of the competition.  In addition, all three choirs received the Adjudicator’s Award for scoring a 95 or higher on a 100 point scale.  This is the third time Jensen Beach High School’s choir has been honored with the Adjudicator’s Award. Shortly after returning from New York City, the students were afforded the opportunity to compete at District Solo and Ensemble MPA’s.  Eleven students represented Jensen Beach High School in both individual and duet categories.  Colleen Broome, Kerry Lynch, Kaitlynn Orlandi, Kaelyn Radebach, Reva Satchell, Nicole Tucker and Emily Vitale received superior marks for individual performances while Delanie Fetzner and Samantha Spofford scored superiors for their duet.  Rebecca Aquilante and Marissa Hansbrough were awarded marks of excellence for their individual performances. Jubilate’s most recent success came at the State Choral MPA held at Palm Beach Atlantic University on May 2nd.  James Paul, accompanied by Janice Little, led all six choirs, Freshman Women, Intermediate Women, Advanced Women, Men, Concert Choir and Jubilate 2012, to Superior awards for the third time this year. James Paul is a graduate of Martin County High School and a former member of Martin County High School OPUS (Outstanding People United to Sing) where he performed under choir director, Ron Corbin.  Degreed in music education, Paul graduated from Stetson University and has been the Choir Director for eight years at Jensen Beach.  The choir started with only 21 students and has grown substantially to the 130 members today.  While under his direction, Jubilate has achieved quite a few honors.  The choir’s first national competition was in Atlanta, Georgia where they placed first among small choirs.  In 2007 they placed second in San Francisco and first place while in Washington, D.C. in 2008.  The choir ventured into New York City in 2009 and soared to new heights.  Each division took home 1st Gold awards and earned the Sweepstakes award for the highest average score of the competition.  Jubilate continued to surpass the competition in 2010 while performing in Chicago.  All three divisions placed 1st Gold, received the Adjudicator’s award, Most Outstanding Choir and the Sweepstakes award for the first time in choir history.  They also received a "Gold” rating for superior performance earning them an invitation to perform at Carnegie Hall in 2011 or 2012.  While in Chicago, the students were afforded a "once in a lifetime” opportunity, they performed the National Anthem at a Chicago White Sox baseball game.  The 2011 season brought continued success as they maintained superior awards at both the district and state levels.  The choir competed nationally in San Diego with the Men’s choir and Jubilate 2011 receiving 1st Gold honors while the Women’s choir placed 2nd Gold.  All three choirs again received the Adjudicator’s Award.  Jubilate 2011 and Oklahoma’s Norman North High School, "two of the elite level high school choirs in the whole country”, tied for Most Outstanding Choir.  Jubilate 2012 is wrapping up the school year with its final concert on Friday, May 18th at 7 p.m.  This concert is free to the public and will be held in the Performing Arts Center located at 2875 NW Goldenrod Road in Jensen Beach. If you would like more information, please contact James Paul at 772-232-3500 ext. 225 or Terry Tucker at 772-631-8333. 2012-05-14T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-14T10:15:02-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/51 Bullet is a 4 year old male Domestic Shorthair found abandonedwith a bullet lodged in his back leg. He has fully recovered and willgreet you with his gorgeous big eyes, long white whiskers and never-ending purrs. Bullet is truly a very special feline. Kiki is a 7 year-old female Hound mix. Sadly loss of home brought Kiki to our shelter. She is good natured and a delight! Darling galKiki is ready to shower all 71 lbs. of love on her new devoted and forever family. 2012-05-07T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-07T11:30:27-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/53 The Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County is now Hiring Do you have experience and a passion for working with children?  If so, we want to hear from you!  BGCMC is now hiring for part time Program Specialists and Summer Camp positions at our five locations, including our H. Wayne Huizenga branch in Palm City. Candidates must be able to pass an FBI criminal history search fingerprint scan and drug screen.  Interested applicants should contact Heidi Soares, BGCMC's Finance & Human Resources Director, today at 772.545.1255 for more information and an application. BGCMC is a Drug-free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. 2012-05-07T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-07T11:26:01-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/52 GROUNDBREAKING You are cordially invited to attend the groundbreaking celebration for HEALTHSOUTH Rehabilitation Hospital at Martin Health, Wednesday, May, 9, 5850 SE Community Drive, Stuart, 11:00am, Please RSVP to Marketingevents@mmhs-fla.org, or call 772-223-2804. 2012-05-07T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-07T10:14:00-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/50 Publix Super Markets delivered more than three tons of food to House of Hope in April, thanks to the grocer’s Food for Sharing program. The program enabled Publix shoppers to buy food that would be donated to a local hunger-fighting organization. Publix stores in Martin County designated House of Hope as the beneficiary. Publix tallied shoppers’ donations and delivered palettes towering with such items as canned vegetables, stew, tuna and peanut butter. The two deliveries in April totaled 6,074 pounds of food. The second came just when the stock of vegetables was getting drastically low on the House of Hope shelves. House of Hope is a Martin County-based nonprofit agency that provides food, clothing, case management and financial assistance to local residents in need. In 2011, the agency provided local residents with 179 tons of food – the equivalent of about 280,000 meals. House of Hope stocks its pantries in Stuart, Indiantown, Hobe Sound and Jensen Beach thanks to local food drives and donations as well as purchasing food from the Treasure Coast Food Bank. For more information about House of Hope, call (772) 286-4673 or visit www.hohmartin.org. 2012-05-07T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-07T10:34:48-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/49 ‘Rev up your engines’ for the sixth annual Treasure Coast Bike Fest, May 19 Event to feature local bands Crossbone, Big Vance & the Phat Cats, and Thunder Road STUART, FL –April 30, 2012– Motorcycle enthusiasts are gearing up for the sixth annual Treasure Coast Bike Fest on May 19, to be held at Gazebo Park in downtown Stuart. This year, the Bike Fest is going full throttle to include entertainment by local rock and soul bands Crossbone, Big Vance & the Phat Cats, and Thunder Road. The free, family-friendly event will run from 11 am – 6 pm with a full schedule of music, food and beverages, vendors and children’s activities, including a bounce house and more. A complete schedule of events can be found on www.treasurecoastbikefest.com. A crowd of 1,500 is expected to participated in the event, raising critical dollars for ARC of Martin County’s scholarship funds. "Our organization has been embraced by the biker community. They’re a great group of people and we enjoy partnering with them on this event each year,” said Keith Muniz, CEO of the ARC of Martin County. Bikers will compete in a poker run beginning at 9 am. The three poker runs total $500 in cash prizes, going to those who hold the best hand, with door prizes for some of the runner-ups. There will also be a motorcycle showcase where owners can enter their bikes in a variety of categories and compete for trophies. The cost to enter the poker run is $15 per hand and the cost to enter the showcase is $10. Registration for both events will be held onsite the day of the event. Winners of the motorcycle showcase, the poker run, and a raffle drawing for $1,000 will be announced on the main stage. The ARC of Martin County assists children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities to achieve their fullest potential. For over 50 years, the ARC of Martin County – through state of the art programs and services, education, awareness and advocacy – has given hope to hundreds of individuals with its focus on "ability,” rather than "disability.” For more information please call 772-283-2525 or visit www.treasurecoastbikefest.com or www.facebook.com/ ARCofMartinCounty. Photo Caption: ARC CEO Keith Muniz (right) presents two awards to the grand winner of the Bike Show during the 2010 Bike Fest. 2012-05-07T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-07T10:01:18-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/48 Dear Members, This is my 3rd year being a Team Leader for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk. I will be walking in honor of those whom are currently battling this disease and some of those who lost their battle :( I am involved because this monster has touched my life personally and I will do what I can to help others and find a cure. I hope you can find it in your hearts to donate to my team, "Team X”. If you would like to join my team let me know, the more the merrier, guys, girls, kids welcome :) hope you like to wear pink!!! Walk is: Oct 20, 2012 at 9am in Memorial Park Please click Here to donate. 2012-05-07T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-07T09:54:07-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/47 Click Here to View the Waterfront Challenge 2012-05-07T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-07T09:42:31-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/46 Children's Services Council Martin County May Newsletter Martin County invests in its future! Many of you are receiving this e-newsletter for the first time through your connection with our partner in funding, the United Way of Martin County -- so welcome! Through homeowners like yourself, the Children's Services Council of Martin County collects $5.5 million (and leverages an additional $3.3 million from state and federal funds), bringing nearly $9 million each year into Martin County dedicated for children's programs. You are investing in our community's future, and we thank you! Each month, our e-newsletter focuses on different needs for children, prenatally through 18 years old. To read previous issues, just visit the Council's newsletter archive! This month,From the Heartis looking forward to graduation day. While our school district does an excellent job, there is much to be done to ensure no child falls through the cracks. Summer learning loss and reading on grade level by the third grade are two issues that are addressed by the programs funded by the Children's Services Council of Martin County.Read about YOUR impact in this month'sFrom the Heart! Prefer to read From the Heart as a PDF? Click here! 2012-05-07T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-04T10:13:59-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/45 6-Free Workshops  To Start /Stimulate your Business!  May 7, 2012 - Stuart    Marketing Your Business   If you're currently running your business, you believe that you're the best kept secret in town, or you're just not getting the amount of business...   May 8, 2012 - Ft. Pierce    How To Start A Small Business   If you have been thinking starting your own small business, but don't really know where to begin, sign up for this workshop, which will provide you...     May 16, 2012 - Vero Beach    Marketing Your Business   If you're currently running your business, you believe that you're the best kept secret in town, or you're just not getting the amount of business...     New Workshop! May 16, 2012 - Stuart    Understanding Non-Profits   This is a workshop designed for just about anyone interested in learning more about non-profits. Whether thinking of starting a non-profit or... May 24, 2012 - Port St. Lucie    Understanding Florida Sales Tax   This is a workshop designed for just about anyone interested in gaining a better understanding of Florida's Sales Tax. Consumers, business owners and...   May 24, 2012 - Stuart    How To Start A Small Business   If you have been thinking starting your own small business, but don't really know where to begin, sign up for this workshop, which will provide you... Bonus Offer! Chance to win Microsoft software by attending! 2012-05-07T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-07T11:00:27-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/44 It was an event to Stop the Tears, but few guests at the kickoff to United for Families’ annual education and outreach campaign left without tissue in hand.   United for Families’ Fourth Annual Breakfast to Stop the Tears began with a firsthand account of a young woman’s first days in foster care. A little sad at first, Zuleima Iraheta’s heart-wrenching account of being removed from home as a child quickly turned into a tale of triumph as the now 21-year old journalism student illustrated the importance that United for Families, its staff and its critical Road to Success program had on her life.   "It’s a devastating experience to be taken away from your family as a child but even more so when you’ve reached adulthood and come to the realization that you are on your own,” Zuleima said in a speech that moved most in the room to tears. "That’s when the Road to Success program came into my life.   "I was afraid of the world as a child and in my teen years I didn’t believe that I’d ever be somebody. I want foster children to know their future can be bright and that the world is theirs! They’ve been robbed of their childhood but I want them to have faith and hope that this is only the silent chapter of their life.”   The complimentary breakfast was United for Families’ call to action and kickoff of its annual Stop the Tears Campaign to raise local awareness for the issues of child abuse. Toward the end of the event, guests were asked to join the organization’s Superhighway to Excellence Society.   Five guests joined the society this year, bringing the exclusive membership to 27 and gaining the organization an additional $15,000 over the duration of the membership. To date, the membership has brought in approximately $53,000 in pledges and donations.   A sustaining donor is someone who agrees to support the organization at a certain level for multiple years, said Christina Kaiser, United for Families Community Outreach Director.   "We now have 27 members,” Kaiser said. "Each of those members agrees to contribute every year for three years – so as we add new layers of donors each year, we add to both our total annual contributions and to the overall sustainability of the program.”   The approach is similar to the more traditional annual campaign, which asks donors to give during a specified time – usually several months.   "We are still a relatively new organization with a growing pool of donors and limited volunteers,” Kaiser said. "It made more sense to focus our efforts on a smaller scale and on donors who were already connected to United for Families through our targeted outreach efforts.”   The event was simple and straightforward.   Chief Executive Officer Christine Demetriades reminded guests of the organization’s mission and vision, and two young adults – both learning independent-living skills through the agency’s Road to Success program, testified about the impact United for Families has had in their lives.   Rose Bailey, the adoptive mother of eight who has provided foster care for more than 100 children in St. Lucie County, delivered a light-hearted speech with a poignant message: children may grow up and become adults, but they still need someone to come home to.   Finally, Pat McCoy, chairwoman of the United for Families’ Board of Directors and a foster and adoptive mother from Okeechobee County, gave an impassioned plea for support.   A week earlier, United for Families staff celebrated a private kickoff of the campaign with what has become a traditional blue-ribbon tying ceremony outside the organization’s Port St. Lucie Headquarters.   This was the first year the symbolic blue ribbon event was limited to United for Families staff.   "This event served two purposes: 1) to remind our staff how valued they are for the work they do for every known abused and neglected child, and, 2), to repeat our oath to our mission and vision,” Demetriades said. "The blue ribbon represents the many children we serve.”   For information about United for Families, please visit www.unitedforfamilies.org. Zuleima Iraheta, a guest speaker at Thursday’s Breakfast to Stop the Tears gets a hug from her big sister, Esmeralda. United for Families’ most recent employees of the year Jill Poole and Bruce Roder hang the symbolic blue ribbon in recognition of National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. 2012-05-07T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-07T11:00:15-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/43 Ron Frazier, Stuart educator, historian and lecturer will discuss the strategic role the coastal waters of the Atlantic played during World War II.  Frazier will recount some dramatic and near-catastrophic battles that took place along Florida waterways.   The lecture will be held on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. in the Quarters of the House of Refuge Museum.  The House of Refuge is located at 301 SE MacArthur Blvd., Hutchinson Island, Florida. South Florida was witness to Germany’s launch of "Operation Drumbeat" in January 1942 that included a fleet of over 20 German submarines which patrolled U.S. waters during the operation.  Their goal was to disrupt Allied shipping lines throughout the Gulf of Mexico and along the U.S. East Coast.  Frazier will recount some of the dramatic and near-catastrophic warfare that ensued during the height of the War.  Mr. Frazier's talk will be followed with coffee and discussion about this important phase of U.S. history. The Oceanside Lecture Series is generously sponsored by Joseph C. Kempe, PA, Attorneys and Counselors at Law.  Advanced reservations are required with $10 donation that includes a tour of the House and Grounds.  For reservations and more information, please call Jim McCormick, Keeper of the House of Refuge Museum at  772-225-1875.  #  #  # About The Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge   Built in 1876, Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge is located on the southern end of Hutchinson Island and sits atop the Anastasia rock formation, one of the most prominent geologic outcroppings along the entire Eastern seaboard.    Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge was one of ten houses commissioned by the U.S. Treasury Department to serve as havens for shipwrecked sailors and travelers along the barren east coast of Florida from Miami to Daytona.  It is the only House of Refuge that has survived the test of time. With the formation of the Coast Guard in 1915, Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge became Station #207, and served as a Coast Guard Station until after WWII when it was decommissioned.   In 1953, Martin County bought the land the House of Refuge sits on for a total of $168; two years later, Soroptomist International of Martin County formed the Historical Society of Martin County and opened it as a museum in 1956.  It is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places and celebrated its 135th anniversary in March 2011.   The House provides a look at turn-of-the-century living along the Florida coast.  The lower level displays Indian artifacts from Hutchinson Island’s earliest inhabitants, the history of the house, and life saving equipment.  The property is available for rent.  Open Monday thru Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.  For more information, please contact www.elliottmuseumfl.org.   2012-05-07T00:00:00-04:00 2012-05-07T11:38:29-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/42 KIDS EXTRAORDINAIRE CLUB SUMMER CAMP Social Skills Development Club Meetings Club Members learn Special Knowledge, Super Skills and Coping Powers while engaged in fun games, creative activities, skits, and group practice. June 11 - 15 Social Skills 101 June 18 –22 Knowing Feelings July 2 - 6 Self-Esteem July 9 – 13 Managing Stress July 16 –20 Communication July 23 –27 Social Skills 101 Ages 8-10 Session A 8:00 am – Noon Ages 11-13 Session B 1:00 – 5:00 pm $185.00 week Club Meetings limited to 10 Club Members, so reserve your spot today! Click Here to Register Online Mary Rollins, LMHC (772)266-4954   Location: Fellowship Church (groups not church affiliated) 3900 W. Citrus Blvd. Room 15 Palm City FL   Club Sessions provided by Mary Rollins, LMHC, previous school-based counselor at PCE and owner of Personalized Counseling Services serving Palm City. Licensed, Insured, and DCF required Level 2 Security Clearance. 2012-04-30T00:00:00-04:00 2012-04-30T12:01:21-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/41 The annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive is Saturday, May 12, and House of Hope is seeking volunteers to help sort the tons of food delivered in Martin County. All area residents can help by placing a bag of nonperishable food items by their mailbox for their letter carrier to pick up on May 12. Recommended items include canned meats, soup, fruit, vegetables, pasta, peanut butter, beans, tomato-based products, cereal and rice. Do not include items that have expired, require refrigeration or are in glass containers. Dozens of volunteers are needed to help sort and box the incoming food. Sorting will take place at the Martin County Fairgrounds this year, and volunteer shifts are as follows: May 12: 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. May 14: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. To volunteer, contact Kelly McIntyre at House of Hope, at (772) 286-4673 or kelly@hohmartin.org. Stamp Out Hunger is the nation’s largest single-day food drive and is organized by the National Association of Letter Carriers. House of Hope is the primary recipient in Martin County, typically receiving about 40 tons of food. The Letter Carriers’ food drive is an essential part of stocking House of Hope food pantries, and it is especially needed during the summer months, when children are not receiving school lunches and many workers have their hours cut back because of seasonal employment. Throughout all of last year, House of Hope provided Martin County residents with nearly 179 tons of food – the equivalent of about 280,000 meals. House of Hope’s services also include providing clothing, financial assistance and case management to guide people toward greater economic stability. Information about House of Hope is available online at www.hohmartin.org. Information about the food drive nationwide is at www.helpstampouthunger.com. Stamp Out Hunger Flyer     2012-04-30T00:00:00-04:00 2012-04-30T11:56:53-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/40 Join us this Mother’s Day, May 13th 2012   Felice La Festa della Mamma! To the world we are only a person, to Mamma we are the world. Show Mamma how much you love her. Treat your Mother to a special and delicious authentic Italian dinner this Mother’s Day May 13, 2012 and celebrate Mamma with La Borgata Ristorante!   La Borgata's Mother’s Day Dinner celebration. Call 772-288-2121 to reserve your seating. Serving our regular Menu plus Creative and Inventive specials! www.laborgataristorante.com   Cin, Cin! Carmine e Famiglia di La Borgata Ristorante   La Borgata Ristorante 3227 SW Mapp Road, Palm City,Fl 34990 Join us on Facebook 2012-04-30T00:00:00-04:00 2012-04-30T11:52:27-04:00 http://www.palmcitychamber.com/news/detail/id/39 See registration forms below. For more information please contact: Winston OwenOwner/Director The Racquet Club at Tesoro cell: 941-376-2190 office: 772-345-2100 facebook: www.facebook.com/ racquetclubtesoro Summer Sports Camp - Tesoro Club     Tennis Camp - Tesoro