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Martin Memorial opposes trauma center


By RITA HART
Staff writer
STUART-Martin
Memorial Health Systems
has come out against the
proposed trauma center at
Lawnwood Regional Med-
ical Center in Fort Pierce.
Martin Memorial does,
not have a trauma center,
nor is one in the planning
stages at this time. All trau-
ma cases in the area serv-
iced by Martin Memorial
are transported to St.
Mary's Medical Center in
West Palm Beach.
"Martin Memorial has
taken this position only in
the interest of providing
the best possible patient
care and sound healthcare
planning for local resi-
dents. As a mission-driven
organization and one of


Lawmaker

forms

veterans

council
BY RITA HART ,
Staff writer
STUART Veterans
who served in any war of
the past 50 years will now
have an opportunity to
voice their concerns or
offer their expert advice,
thanks to a new council
formed by U.S. Rep. Tim
Mahoney, D-Palm Beach
Gardens.
Rep. Mahoney has
announced the creation of
a Veterans Advisory Coun-
cil that will provide a
direct line of communica-
tion. between his office
and veterans throughout
the 16th congressional
district. Rep. Mahoney
plans on providing the
council with regular leg-
islative updates from Con-
gress.
The council will meet
quarterly at locations
throughout the eight-
county district. The first
meeting is scheduled for
April in Port Charlotte.
The council will include
veterans of WWII, the
Korean War, the Vietnam
War, Operation Enduring
Freedom and the Iraq War.
John Haddox, a U.S.
Navy veteran and Director
of Veteran's Affairs for
Martin County, is on the
new council.
"I think it's good
because it will give the
vets in Martin County a
voice with Congressman
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Richmond Harmon
the primary caregivers in
this region, we feel it is our
responsibility to ensure
the community is receiv-
ing the best health care
possible," said Scott Sam-
ples, public information
coordinator for Martin
Memorial.
Martin Memorial's
opposition is based on a
study by the American
Medical Association which


indicates trauma centers
that treat less than 650
patients a year have a mor-
tality rate more than dou-
ble that of a trauma center
with a higher patient vol-
ume.
The American Medical
Association study, pub-
lished in 2001, surveyed 31
Level I and Level II trauma
centers, which had major
trauma cases totaling
between 257 to 1,050.
These cases represented
the number of major trau-
ma admissions, rather
than the total number of
cases. Those admissions
involved patients with
major "multi-system trau-
ma" as defined by an
injury severity score.
The study found that
those centers treating 650
or more patients had a


"The small trauma centers have over a 50
percent mortality rate. That's startling to me.

Richmond Harman
president and CEO


mortality rate of 24.2 per-
cent. However, trauma
centers that saw less than
650 patients per year with
such injuries had a mortal-
ity rate of 51.7 percent.
In 2006, a total of 191
patients with major trauma
damage were transported to
St. Mary's Medical Center
from Martin, St. Lucie,
Okeechobee and Indian
River counties.
The study contends that
fewer cases means less
experience for physicians
and the team of profession-
als that must work together
to deal with major traurpa


TAKING FLIGHT


Mitch Kloorfain/chief photographer
Martin County High School's Victoria Anzalotti, 17, competed in the long jump
and triple jump at the Bulldog Invitational track meet at South Fork High School
Wednesday, March 21. Victoria finished fourth in the triple jump event while the
girls track team placed fourth of 10 schools. See story page C5.


cases.
"The busy trauma cen-
ters that have well-oiled
machines of trauma care
professionals end up with
a mortality rate some-
where in the low 20 per-
cent range. The small trau-
ma centers have over a 50
percent mortality rate.
That's startling to me," said
Richmond Harman, presi-
dent and chief executive
officer of Martin Memori-
al.
"To me, that outweighs

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Pet food

scare hits

Martin

County

Pet owners should
check cabinets for
recalled items
BY RITA HART
Staff writer
JENSEN BEACH Before
Rover starts getting too thirsty
or Kitty loses her appetite, both
signs of kidney failure, it would
be wise to check your cabinets
and make sure you haven't
stocked one of the 53 dog food
or 42 cat food brands that are
being recalled nationwide,
regardless of the manufactur-
ing date.
On March 24, it was
announced that NewYork State
Food Laboratory scientists had
discovered a toxin called
Aminopterin, often used in rat
poison, present in pet food that
was provided to them by Menu
Foods Income Fund.
The discovery came almost
two weeks after Menu Foods,
the largest private-label manu-
facturer of wet pet food prod-
ucts in North America,
announced what they termed a
"precautionary recall" of dog
and cat food manufactured at
their facilities in the United
States.
According to the New York
State Department of Agricul-
ture and Markets Web site,
"Aminopterin, a derivative of
folic acid, can cause cancer
and birth defects in humans
and can cause kidney damage
in dogs and cats. Aminopterin


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Photo courtesy of Light of the World Charities
Pictured on the left is Dr. Dick Chabot during one of the
many surgeries he and his team performed while in
Africa. His team comprised both Africans and Americans.


BY ROBIN RINKE
Staff writer
PALM CITY One local
charity is trying to change
the world, one surgery at a
time.
Light of the World Chari-
ties is a nonprofit organiza-
tion located in Palm City,
primarily made up of volun-
teers from the health and
medical community.
The group regularly sends
surgical teams to Third
World countries to meet the
needs of the poor and sick.


Formed in 1998, by co-
founders Rev. Bernard Pow-
ell and Theresa Banks, the
charity has turned into a
well-oiled, medical-mission
machine.
Mrs. Banks said the
organization was formed
around the words of Jesus
Christ of doing for 'the least
of my brethren.'
"Our main goal is to show
compassion to the sick,"
said Mrs. Banks. "Every
team member that goes on
a mission does it from his or


her heart."
She said over the last
decade, the organization
has grown in reputation as
well as numbers.
"We have medical profes-
sionals from all over Ameri-
ca volunteering for the
trips," Mrs. Banks said. "We
began by sending local
medical professionals and
now we can pull from all
over the nation."
She attributes the growth
to having a good track
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is not permitted for use in
the United States."
The substance is used in
other countries to kill rats.
As of press time, it was not
known how the toxin
ended up in the pet food.
Dr. Bruce Bierbaum, a
veterinarian at Atlantic
Animal Hospital in Jensen
Beach, said at least one of
his patients, an older cat,


might have been a victim of
one of the tainted prod-
ucts.
The recall originally
applied only to "cuts and
gravy" style of pet food sold
in cans and pouches, man-
ufactured between Dec. 3,
2006 and March 6, 2007.
However, after the U.S.
Food and Drug Adminis-
tration reported that some
of the recalled food
remained on store shelves,
Menu Foods announced
on March 24 that it was


recalling all of the wet pet
food products listed on its
Web site, regardless of the
date code. The recall does
not affect dry pet food.
After receiving the first
complaint of renal prob-
lems possibly resulting
from tainted pet food, the
company immediately
began testing its products.
In a prepared statement,
Paul K. Henderson, presi-
dent and chief executive
officer of Menu Foods, a
company based in Canada,


said, "We take these com-
plaints very seriously.' We
will do whatever is neces-
sary to ensure that our
products maintain the very
highest quality standards."
Dr. Bierbaum lost one of
his patients, a cat, to kid-
ney failure on Feb. 20. The
owner had been feeding
the cat one of the products
now being recalled.
"It was an older cat, so it
may not have taken much
to push it over the edge,"
said Dr. Bierbaum.


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Dr. Bierbaum said that
his animal hospital has
been flooded with calls
from concerned pet own-
ers.
On March 17, the U.S.
Food and Drug Adminis-
tration reported on its Web
site that the recall was for
products made at a Menu
Foods facility in Emporia,
Kansas.
As of that date, there had
been 14 reports of animal
deaths resulting from kid-
ney failure due to the
ingestion of the food. Nine
of those deaths occurred in
cats undergoing routine
taste testing at Menu
Foods, while consumers
reported the additional
deaths of four cats and
one dog.
A call to PetSmart in
Stuart resulted in an
immediate voice record-
ing referring concerned
customers to the Web site
of Menu Foods, or to their
own Web site, which
states, "We have pulled all
recalled products from
our store shelves and have

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ensure they're not
restocked."
The Web site further
instructs consumers to
discontinue use of the
product and return it to
the store for a full refund
or exchange.
Dr. Bierbaum said that
pet owners should be on
the lookout for signs of
renal failure, which
includes increased thirst
and increased iirine pro-
duction, which Dr. Bier-
baum said could be very
dramatic.
"After the ammonia
level in the kidneys gets
too high, it's like a bad
hangover. The dog or cat
will not eat and will start
throwing up," he said.
"If people are con-
cerned, we will run blood
tests that will alleviate the
concern very quickly," said
Dr. Bierbaum.

For more information, on
the pet food recall, visit
www. menufoods.com/recal
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List of


recalled


dog


and cat


foods

Following is a list of
the dog and cat pet
food products recalled
by Menu Foods, which
recommends you
check the individual
products and not rely
only on the date coding
printed on the side of
the carton in variety or
multi-packs:

Dog food:
*Americas Choice,
Preferred Pets
*Authority
*Award
*Best Choice
*Big Bet
*Big Red
*Bloom
*Wegmans Bruiser,
*Cadllac
*Companion
*Demoulas
Market Basket
*Eukanuba
*Food Lion
*Giant Companion
*Great Choice
*Hannaford
*Hill Country Fare
*Hy-Vee
*Iams
*Laura Lynn
*Loving Meals
*Meijers Main
Choice
*Mighty Dog Pouch
*Mixables
*Nutriplan
*Nutro Max
*Nutro Natural
Choice
*Nutro Ultra
*Nutro
*Ol'Roy Canada
*Ol'RoyUS
*Paws
*Pet Essentials
*Pet Pride-
Good n Meaty
*Presidents Choice
*Price Chopper
*Priority Canada
*Priority US
*Publix
*Roche Bros
*Save-A-Lot
*Schnucks
*Shep Dog
*Springsfield Prize
*Sprout
*Stater Bros
*Stop and
Shop Comparison
*Top Companion
*Weis Total Pet
*Western Family
*White Rose


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Mitch Kloorfain/chief photographer
Ann Crary takes aim at clay pigeons while her teammates Mike Crary, Elizabeth Metzger and Brad Larsen, all of Stuart,
root her on at the Steven Swann Inaugural Shootout at the Quail Creek Plantation in Okeechobee Saturday, March 17.


Guns, clay pigeons and a cause


BY MITCH KLOORFAIN
Chief photographer
Animunition instead of
golf balls and shotguns
instead of golf clubs are
the makings of the newest
in charity fundraisers.
Steve Swann is not the
kind of guy who likes to do
things the typical way. You
might even say he likes to
get a lot of bang for his
buck. On Saturday, March
17, Swann loaded up his
shotgun and a whole
bunch of new and old
friends and kicked off the
first Swann Shootout; the
debut of what is expected
to be an annual event.
Complete with earplugs
and flak jackets, .partici-
pants at the event carried
shotguns and took no pris-
oners. Clay pigeons were
not having a good day as
cries of "Pull!" and live
rounds filled the air. And,
while it may not have been
your 'typical' fundraiser,


the mission was on every-
one's mind to raise
money to fund research
and education as part of
Mary Elizabeth's Team.
Last April when Mary
Elizabeth Proctor of
Jensen Beach was born, it
was the culmination of the
perfect dream for Yankees
pitcher Scott Proctor and
his high school sweetheart
and wife, Carrie. But their
bliss was brief as Mary
Elizabeth was diagnosed
with Hypoplastic Aorta, a
disorder that affects new-
borns. For Mary Elizabeth
an underdeveloped main
heart artery meant that
her little body was not get-
ting an adequate blood
supply and her lungs were
slowly filling with water.
Left undiagnosed, as the
Hypoplastic Aorta often is,
the condition would have
proven fatal.
In the case of Mary Eliza-
beth Proctor, a quick and
accurate diagnosis by a


pediatrician and heart
specialist led to treatment
at the University of Miami
Leonard M. Miller School
of Medicine's Children's
Heart Center. The close
call affected everyone pro-
foundly, and knowing they
were fortunate to have
received exceptional care
and diagnosis because of
his affiliation with the Yan-
kees, the Proctors decided
every child should have
the same care and treat-
ment.
They formed Mary Eliza-
beth's Team, and long-time
friend Steve Swann could-
n't think of a team he'd
rather join.
Saturday's inaugural
Steve Swann Shootout
skeet event at Quail Creek
Plantation in Okeechobee
involved 56 participants
' from Martin, St. Lucie and
Okeechobee counties.
More than a dozen of the
registrants had never
aimed at clay targets in


their lives. Every one of
them said they'd be back
to do it again next year. In
between the shots and the
clatter of spent casings,
there was plenty of cama-
raderie and laughter. Each
of the 14 stations tested
the participants' eye-hand
coordination and their
reaction time.
According to event coor-
dinator Mr. Swann, who
has only been shooting
skeet himself a few times,
"this sport is like golf for
people with ,an attitude."
The fact that all proceeds
were to benefit Mary Eliza-
beth's Team and research
at the Miami research hos-
pital only made the day
more enjoyable for Mr.
Swann and the partici-
pants.
Even though Scott Proc-
tor couldn't break away
from spring training with
the Yankees to attend the


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WEEK IN

REVIEW

Stuart teens arrested after crime spree in
developments
Two Stuart teenagers were charged with auto burglary
and are suspected of an overnight crime spree on March
20, during which they allegedly broke into a model home
at The Pines development, 474 N.W. Emilia Way, stole a
golf cart and then burglarized several cars in The Pines,
Wendemere and Pinecrest Lakes developments.
Steven Crandle, of the 500 block of N.W. Sunflower St.
and Raymond Gauidia of the 800 block of Water Lilly St.,
both of whom turned 16 in January, have been charged
with auto burglary. Additional, charges against both
teens are pending.
Officers were still taking reports the following day from
burglary victims. Anyone with information is asked to
contact Officer Michael Rice at (772) 220-3900.

Man suspected of sexual battery freed after
victim recants story
A man sent to prison on charges of sexually abusing a
family member was released on March 19 after the vic-
tim recanted her story.
If convicted of the three counts of sexual battery on a
child under 12 and six counts of battery on a child by a
family member, all capital charges, Jimmy Lou Banks, 44,
could have received several life sentences.
Instead, he was released from prison on March 19 after
the victim, a member of his family who is now an adult,
recanted her story, saying that she did not want to partic-
ipate in an upcoming trial. She indicated that previous
court hearings had caused her to miss multiple college
classes and had negatively affected her grades.
Mr. Banks was charged with abusing the victim in the
1990s, when she was in grade school..
An earlier trial on the charges ended in a mistrial and
the trial was rescheduled for May.
After the victim recanted, Mr. Banks accepted a plea
agreement to a single third-degree felony child-abuse
charge and was sentenced to time served, allowing his
release from prison last week.
He has been in prison since 2003.

Family of murder victim seeking public's help
with reward fund
Stuart Police thought they were responding to a traffic
accident on Dec. 6, 2006. Instead, they found the driver
of the vehicle was actually a murder victim. They are still
seeking the person or persons responsible.
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record with their trips. "We
have tried to be excellent in
all areas. We try our hardest
for the team members to be
secure in their surroundings,
to have a well organized trip
and to equip the surgical
rooms with what they need."


.


Four times year the char-
ity sends surgical teams to
Honduras and once a year to
Africa.
For Eduardo Juarez, a Stu-
art resident and scrub tech-
nician for Martin Memorial
Health Systems, signing up
to be part of the surgical
team going to Honduras was
just the beginning of a jour-
ney that changed his life.


Mr. Juarez said he heard
about the charity through a
fax he saw at the front desk
of the operating room while
working his shift.
"The letterhead was 'Light
of the World Charities' and
that caught my eye and
interest," said Mr. Juarez. "I
continued to read about the
medical mission and I was
drawnin.


"I had always wanted to be
a part of this type of mission,
but never thought I had any-
thing to give nor had the
money to just take off work
- The next thing I knew I
was on a plane to Hon-
duras."
Mr. Juarez knew he would
never be the same after his
first trip to Honduras.
He was so moved by the


experience he signed up to
be on the surgical team that
went to Africa six months
later in February.
"Africa was life changing
to me," Mr. Juarez said.
"Being on the other side of
the world and helping those
in desperate medical need
was beyond words or any
pictures I could bring
home."


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He said he was apprecia-
tive to Martin Memorial
Health Systems for support-
ing his trips, and was fortu-
nate to have his costs cov-
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Charities.
Mrs. Banks said the chari-
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throughout the year and
hosts an annual fundrais-
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trips so professionals such
as Mr. Juarez can go without'
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"We raise the money so
the medical professionals
can go," she said. "We cover
the cost and they volunteer'
their time and care."
Months before the surgi-
cal team leaves for their des-
tination LOTWC begins
planning the trip.
First, the volunteer doc-
tors must be selected in
order to solicit donations of
the appropriate supplies.
Once the specialists are
picked the surgical packs,,
medications, surgical instru-
ments, monitoring equip-
ment and anything else that
is required for the type of
surgeries to be performed-
are gathered.
Other professionals such
as anesthesiologists and'
nurses are also recruited.
Travel arrangements are
then made for the surgical'
team members.
During this time, the
country to be visited has
local priests campaigning
among the poor and lining
up patients with the greatest
need, which also coincide
with the doctor's specialties.
Doctor Dick Chabot, a
retired surgeon and resident
of Palm City, heard of
LOTWC at his church Holy
Redeemer Catholic Church
in Palm City.
He said he had never been
on a itedical missions trip
before and was not sure if
the charity could use him or
his talents.
."My wife pushed me to
get more information on
being part of the surgical
team to Honduras," Dr.
Chabot said. "I signed up,
and was glad she pushed
me. I have participated in
several missions and really
enjoy going. I always come
home feeling like I was part
of something bigger than
myself."
Dr. Chabot said he
enjoyed helping the people
of Honduras so much that
when Africa opened up he
wanted to go there as well.
The mission to Tanzania,
Africa was the first trip for
LOTWC.
The pioneer surgical team
that Dr. Chabot and Mr.
Juarez were part of had a big
job ahead when they
arrived.
"We set up the surgical
unit with donated surgical
equipment and supplies
from a container that was
sent before we arrived," Dr.
Chabot said.
"It was exciting to know
that when we left Africa, we
left behind patients that had
nowhere else to turn for sur-
gery and a fully equipped
surgical unit for the work to
continue. It was a major
undertaking."
Typically a mission trip
runs one week. The team
flies out on a Saturday, does
triage on patients on Sun-
day, performs surgeries
Monday through Friday,
and flies home the following
Saturday.
With each trip approxi-
mately 100 patients receive
surgery. Most of the patients
had nowhere else to turn.
The charities recently
completed a joint venture
with the Franciscan Friars of
the Renewal from Honduras
to construct a new medical
facility in Comayagua, Hon-
duras. The medical facility is
called San Benito Jose and
also hosts other internation-
al surgical teams each
month, and serves as a


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POLICE REPORTS


Martin County
Sheriffs Office
March 16-March 22

+Fernanda Aguirre, 21,
4370 Geneva St., Stuart,
was charged with traffick-
ing in a controlled sub-
stance.
*Arturo Luis Alvarez, 29,
14932 S.W. Johnston Ave.,
Indiantown, was charged
with trafficking in a con-
trolled substance.
*Virginia Biviano, 26,
4370 Geneva St., Stuart,
was charged with traffick-
ing in a controlled sub-
stance.
*Andres Biviano-
Jimenez, 28, 4370 Geneva
St., Stuart, was charged
with trafficking in a con-
trolled substance.
. *Ramon Haussuan Blair,
23, 4892 S.E. Salvatore
Road, Port Salerno, was
charged with failure to
appear and possession of a
controlled substance.
*Rojelio Covarrubias,
27, 5722 Mitzi Lane, Stuart,
was charged with traffick-
ing in a controlled sub-
stance.
*Miguel Angel Giles-
Perez, 23, 4370 Geneva St.,
Stuart, was charged with
two counts of trafficking in
a controlled substance.
*Cassandra Kristine
Gonzalez, 18, 3201 S.E.
Hibiscus St., Stuart, was
charged with trafficking in
a controlled substance.
*Marvin Gonzalez, 22,
no address given, was
charged with two counts of
burglary and two counts of
theft.
*Tina Doranne Gonza-
lez, 38, 3201 S.E. Hibiscus
St., Stuart, was charged
with two counts of traffick-
ing in ,a controlled sub-
stance.


*Brett Allen Joiner, 21,
5739 Northeast 4m Lane,
Okeechobee, was charged
with possession of a con-
trolled substance and pos-
session of drug parapher-
nalia.
*Willie Modest, 38, 2164
Northwest 70un Terrace,
Miami, was charged with
two counts of aggravated
battery.
*Natividad Giles Ortega,
19, 4237 Driftwood Ave.,
Stuart, was charged with
trafficking in a controlled
substance.
*Mauricio Ramirez-
Bello, 24, 1908 Harrison St.,
Stuart, was charged with
possession of a controlled
substance.
*Arturo Sala-Gutierrez,
41, D-3 Rio, Jensen Beach,
was charged with aggra-
vated assault.
*Steven Anthony Serio,
34, 6234 Arlington Way,
Fort Pierce, was charged
with theft.
*Larry Dale Britt, 32, 985
S.W. All American Blvd.,
Stuart, was charged with
violation of probation and
dealing in stolen property.
*Tony Lamir Bryant, 22,
6139 Arapaho Ave., Stuart,
was charged with two
counts of possession of a
controlled substance.
*Johnson Filius, 25, 5979
S.E. Pine Drive, Stuart, was
charged with two counts of
possession of a controlled
substance.
*Paul Arthur Guillette,
72, 705 -S.W. Lake Charles
Circle, was charged with
nine counts of theft.
*David Earl Jack, 45, 116
Villa St.., Stuart, was
charged with two counts of
possession of a controlled
substance and possession
of drug paraphernalia.
*John James Jones, 20,
4946 S.E. Horizon Court,
Stuart, was charged with


possession of a controlled
substance.
*Mark James Pantages,
1256 S.W Jasmine Trace,
Palm City, was charged
with aggravated assault.
*Stewart Dale Pettway,
36, 3971 Cinammon Circle,
Jensen Beach, was charged
with two counts of posses-
sion of a controlled sub-
stance.
*David Rosenshein, 48,
no address given, was
charged with possession of
a controlled substance.
*Gregory Henry Schlich-
er, 52, 3237 S.E. Golden
Gate Ave., Stuart, was
charged with possession of
a controlled substance.
*Joseph Allen Schlicher,
3337 S.E. Golden Gate Ave.,
Stuart, was charged with
possession of a controlled
substance.
*Trevor D. Sims, 23, 2001
Wald St., Port St. Lucie, was
charged with six counts of
possession of a controlled
substance. ,
*Christopher Mark
Smith, 47, 5642 S.E. Lagu-
na Ave., Stuart, was
charged with possession of
a controlled substance.
*Jose Sebastian Tzoc-
Caxaj, 31, 5111 S.E. Port
Terrace, Stuart, was
charged with possession of
a controlled substance.
*Lynn Dale Baker, 29,
2955 N. Mascher St.,
Philadelphia was charged
with resisting arrest and of
being a felon in possession
of a firearm.
*George Wesley Brown,
26, 1150 S.E. Letha Circle,
Apt. No. 6, Stuart, was
charged with possession of
a controlled substance.
+Helda Nicole Delancy,
22, 1633 Arapaho Ave., Stu-
art, was charged with two
counts of possession of a
controlled substance and
possession of drug para-


phernalia.
*Jerrod Richard Heath,
26, 2085 S.W. Aquarius
Way, Port St. Lucie, was
charged with burglary.
*Kimberly Ann Lowers,
30, 1534 S.E. Royal Green
Circle, No. F-205, Port St.
Lucie, was charged with
uttering a forged instru-
ment.
*Tanya Lynn Mitchell,
26, 424 S.E. Cortez St., Stu-
art, was charged with theft.
*Edward Charles
Mueller, 47,1810 S.E. Cam-
den St., Port St. Lucie, was
charged with possession of
a controlled substance.
*Thomas Jesse Poole, 24,
no address given, was
charged with aggravated
battery.
+Billy Lamar Spann, 47,
1517 R Avenue, Riveria
Beach, was charged with
two counts of possession
of a controlled substance.
*Tania Lee Flournoy, 43,
13132 Riley St., Holland,
Mich., was charged with
theft.
*Earlene Fredderika
Hicks, 21, 4550 S.E. Salva-
tore Road, Port Salerno,
was charged with aggra-
vated assault.
*Reginald Saul Spann,
22, 4550 Salvatore St., Port
Salerno, was charged with
aggravated assault.
+Frank Her andez, 24,
1288 West 29 St., Apt. 2,
"Hialeah, was charged with
scheme to defraud and
four counts of fraudulent
use of a credit card.
*Stacey Renee Neeley,
35, 4765 S.E. Graham
Drive, Stuart, was charged
with criminal use of per-
sonal identification infor-
mation.
*Frank Daniel Neeley,
39, 4765 S.E. Graham
Drive, Stuart, was charged
with criminal use of per-
sonal identification infor-


mation.
*Ronald Carl Penning-
ton, 27, 1207 Sioux Street,
Jupiter, was charged with
two counts of dealing in
stolen property.
*Rex Jeffrey Roberts, 44,
20074 Cunningham Drive,
Hampton, Va., was charged
with a lewd and lascivious
act.
*Ronald Joseph Thiel,
47, 2300 Park St., Jensen
Beach, was charged with
aggravated battery.
*Walter Orlando Boquin,
45, 2857 Lucern St., Port St.
Lucie, was charged with
possession of a controlled
substance.
*Shunize Mia Crowley,
27, 4783 Via Palm Lakes,
West Palm Beach, was
charged with uttering a
forged instrument.
*Britt Griffin Downey,
33, 1219 Summerwood
Circle, Wellington, was
charged with driving with a
suspended license, driving
under the influence, refus-
ing a breath test and child
abuse.
*Elaine Joan Gonzalez,
40, 2 Virginia Ave., New
York, N.Y., was charged
with possession of a con-
trolled substance.
*Matthew Allen Gra-
ham, 19, 3063 S.E. Fair-
mont St., Stuart, was
charged with possession of
a controlled substance.
*Jerome Wayne
Hutchinson, 22, 2735 S.E.
Bonita St., Stuart, was


charged with possession of
a controlled substance and
three counts of failure to
appear.
*Allen Higgins Kave-
naught, 44, 2120 W. Pre-
serve Way, Unit No. 302,
Miramar, was charged with
child abuse.
*Brad Allen Lovejoy, 29,
2150 S.W. Brisbane St., Port
St. Lucie, was charged with
possession of a controlled
substance.
*David Edward
Markovich, 44, 5081
Mahogany Ridge Drive,
Naples, was charged with
retail shoplifting.
*Johnny Jermaine
Mitchell, 21, 1212 Avenue
L, Fort Pierce, was charged
with possession of a con-
trolled substance.
*Carolyn Annette
Moore, 36, 14679 Martin
Luther King Blvd.,
Indiantown, was charged
with three counts of utter-
ing a forged instrument
and three counts of theft.
*Sonia Rochelle Fate, 30,
932 Spruce St., Stuart, was
charged with aggravated
assault.
*William Ray Hagood,
24, 1037 S.W. Spouse St.,
Palm City, was charged
with theft.
*Joshua David Hollan-
der, 30, 8340 U.S. Highway
441, Okeechobee, was
charged with trafficking in
a controlled substance.


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Call the Hometown Rants & Raves line at

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Callers are asked to refrain from making slanderous
statements. Statements of fact will be checked for
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Worst fair

I attended the Martin County fair the last few years, and
it is the worst county fair that I have ever attended.
If it weren't for the fair animals, there wouldn't be any-
thing of interest there. There were just a few booths.
I think the fair needs new blood. The people there have
no interest in making the fair of interest to the people of
the county.
The St. Lucie fair has a great schedule. They also have
grounds and buildings.

Know what goes on

All voters should watch, or attend our county commis-
sion meetings.
The governor and the State Attorney General should
automatically receive a copy of the minutes of these
meetings.
They should read, and acknowledge the outrageous
actions of the commissioners, and correct whatever
needs to be corrected at the state level.

More Medicare problems

I read the Hometown News every time I find it in my
driveway. It is the best paper in town.
You have an article in there called "Medicare problems."
Well, my grandson has a problem. He has been to every
doctor, every agency to try to get help for ADHD, and all
they keep saying is that he is not on Medicare.
His father served six years in the service, and he is an
American citizen, born and raised her. So is my grandson.
They cannot get any help whatsoever.
We are desperate because he needs medical attention. He
needs to be tested. He needs a blood test, a cardiogram, all
of the tests that are possible, because he is not getting bet-
ter, he is getting worse.
I'm afraid of him dying because he is not getting the care
that he needs.
My son has a job. But, he earns too much money.
He earns over $9,000 or $10,000 a year. ,That's what all of
the agencies keep telling him.
He has to pay a mortgage every month, and has to pay
medical bills. He pays for a psychiatrist and a psychologist,
$100 to one, and $120 to the other each month. Then he
has to buy all of the medicine that is required. They give
him medicine that he has not been tested for.
We found out that one of these medicines has killed chil-'
dren in Canada. I don't know how many have died in the
country.'
It is very scary.
Why can't we get help, when we have lived here all of our
lives?
There are people coming from other countries who just,
step foot in the United States, and get all the Medicare they
want.


They don't pay social security, and they don't pay taxes.
We do, and I'm retired and still have to pay taxes on my
social security. I have to pay for Medicare.
My grandson can't get anything. Why can't something
be done?
I read that article about the poor women who can't get
help either, and I sympathize with her. I am in the same
boat.

Take it upon yourself

This is in response to the rant entitled "Who will help,"
about the poor dog, and the owner who drinks beer, and
teases the dog all day long, while the neighbor has to hear it
cry-out.
I put an article in rants and raves many months ago, and
it seems to me you are going to have to listen to what my
article stated.
If push comes to shove, and all oftorganizations you have
called will not help you when you call in, you are going to
have to rescue the dog yourself. Then give it away to some
quality people, or keep it yourself.
Do it that way, if you cannot get help through organiza-
tions.
It is the only thing that you can possibly do if no organiza-
tion will help.
I love dogs. I live in Hobe Sound. I will do anything to
help save an animal. If you feel the same way, you will
have to do the same thing.

It is against the law

Animal cruelty is against the law. Animals are not our
property; they are living beings that deserve our respect.
If this man is being abusive to the animal, the animal
needs to be taken away from him.
As much as I wish I could help you, I don't know who, or


where, you are.
My suggestion is to just keep calling until somebody
responds and investigates.
God bless you for caring.

Where is he?

This is in response to the article called "Who will help."
The person wrote about a neighbor who is taunting, and
not taking very good care of their dog, and that nobody is
concerned.
I bet if you gave the person's name or address, you
would have about a thousand people going out to rescue
that dog.
Just let us know where he is.

Timing is off

I have a safety concern with the Bear Bay baseball game
at the Mets Stadium, and the fifth graders who attend this
game.
The Bay officers have the super soaker ram bams that
are being aimed at the students while the game is being
played, instead of when there is a break in the action.
With the announcement by the Mets staff that fans have
to pay attention to the possibility of foul balls coming into
the stands with the possible risk of injury, you have three
thousand students who need to be paying attention, and
watching the game instead of being distracted by Bay offi-
cers who should know better.
It should be a fun day, hopefully without injury.

36 cents in seventy years

This is a reply to a rant about the postal service.
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Letters


Nitrogen is not hot air

Dear Editor:

In regards to Mr. Earl Stewart's fictional story about
nitrogen in tires, I would like a chance to rebut.
First of all, I'm not too sure where Mr. Stewart got his
information about nitrogen.
Most of the machines on the market produce 95 to 98
percent nitrogen, and supply a purity tester. Mr. Stew-
art would know, being as he has a science degree, that
nitrogen has no moisture in it.
When you have a tire with 72 percent air, you have
moisture in it. At high temperatures it will expand, and
in low temperatures it will decrease.
See Mr. Stuart, when you have moisture in a tire, you
have thermal expansion. With nitrogen the moisture is
removed from the air, giving you even air pressure in
your tires. No matter if it is hot, or cold.
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Also, I'm not too sure where Mr. Stewart got his pric-
ing.
At the dealerships we do business with, they are get-
ting from $29.99 to $39.99 a car.
That is a far cry from $199. And, all of the customers
are not charging for refills-no charge for refills.
The cost of the equipment to the dealer is about
$6,000.
Mr. Stewart, this is not a 2000 percent profit. Do the
math!
I'm sure that NASA, the Airlines, and the National
Association for Stock Car Auto Racing are not all wrong
with using nitrogen.
Earl Stewart,, the U.S. Government says we waste two
million gallons of fuel a day with under inflated tires.
Goodyear says 15 percent of under inflation equals 8
percent tread wear, and on mileage, a 2.5 percent
decrease in fuel economy.
Michelin supports the use of nitrogen in their tires.


With the use of nitrogen, it helps their tires hold pres-
sure over a longer period of time.
Bridgestone says that air-inflated tires lose an average
of 2.7 lbs. per month, and the nitrogen- inflated tires
lose an average of 0.7 lbs .per month.
I don't think all of these organizations can be wrong.
Mr. Stewart, I'm not too sure how you did your testing.
But, in my opinion, you did it the wrong way.
Nitrogen-inflated tires do not age as quickly as air-
inflated tires. Nitrogen-inflated tires minimize
blowouts. Nitrogen-inflated tires improve vehicle han-
dling through proper inflation. Nitrogen is an inert,
non-combustible and non-flammable gas. Nitrogen is a
stable gas, providing more constant pressure. Nitrogen
is a dry gas with no corrosive properties as found in
compressed air.
In closing, I would like to know why Mr. Stewart is
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BY RITA HART
Staff writer
STUART If a shark
comes near you in the
waters of the Treasure
Coast, it would serve you
well to remember just one
thing: you are not a fish.
In light of a recent shark
attack on Hutchinson
Island, Mark Perry, execu-
tive director of Florida
Oceanographic Society on
Hutchinson Island, spoke
this week of misconcep-
tions regarding sharks,
how to avoid them in the
water, and what to do if
one does approach.
"Everyone thinks every
shark in the ocean is a
great white," said Mr.
Perry. "There are over 350
different species of
sharks."
Mr. Perry said if people
knew how many sharks
were in the ocean and
compared that with the
number of swimmers in
the water, it would be
apparent that shark bites
are very rare.
"You actually have a
greater chance of being
struck by -lightening in
Florida," he said.
Mr. Perry said if a shark
does attack a human, it is
usually because the shark
is looking for fish to eat.
"The shark grabs some-
thing, thinking it is food,
then recognizes it's not
and lets go," said Mr.
Perry.
"I use the term 'attack' in
quotes, because it's usual-
ly a case of mistaken iden-
tity," he said.
The great white shark
grows to be 20 feet long
and weighs up to 5,000
pounds, made famous in


the 1975 hit movie "Jaws".
But Mr. Perry said that
most sharks are much
smaller than that, meas-
uring about six feet in
length.
"If a great white really
wanted to consume you, it
could," said Mr. Perry.
"But most sharks are fairly
small, so if you are the
same size 'animal,' they
aren't going to attack you."
"They are good preda-
tors, because they keep
other attackers in balance.
All these animals belong
in our environment, and
they are important to our
planet as a whole," he
said.
Mrf Perry offered a few
tips on avoiding shark
attacks:
*Pay attention to the
lifeguards If you are
swimming in guarded
areas and sharks are spot-
ted in the water, flag
warnings will be posted.
The lifeguards will also
blow whistles to notify
swimmers of sharks in the
water.
*Watch for schools of
bait fish Sharks will
swim tow-ards these
sources of food. "If you see
a lot of mullet or other fish
feeding on them, get out
of the water and wait for
them to pass," said Mr.
Perry.
*Don't swim at twilight
or in the dark Sharks are
more likely to feed just
before sunrise, just after
sunset or after dark.
*Avoid areas known for
the congregation of sharks
- According to Mr. Perry,
one of those areas on the
Treasure Coast are the
sandbars immediately
south of the St. Lucie inlet.


*Don't panic "People
need to remember that
sharks are natural preda-
tors, and are looking for
fish, not people," said Mr.
Perry. "If you see a shark,
don't panic or splash a lot
in the water, because that
alerts them that there is
something there. Calmly
swim away and get out of
the water."
*Swim with a buddy -
"It's very dangerous to go
all by yourself," said Mr.
Perry. "You should always
have someone with you,
so they can at least keep
an eye out. Especially if
you are swimming in an
unguarded area."
*If all else fails, prod
them "If they come close
to you, I don't recommend
hitting them hard in the
nose, because your arm
may end up in their jaws,"
said Mr. Perry. "But if you
can prod them quickly
with something like a
snorkel, they usually turn
away, and this gives you a
chance to get out of the
water."
Mr. Perry said he was
recently on a Stuart beach
when he spotted spinner
sharks, which are about
five feet long. They are so
named because they grab
their food, jump up out of
the water with it, and spin
around before flopping
back into the ocean.
Mr. Perry, who watched
the sharks for about 40
minutes, noticed that
there were surfers in the
water that day as well.
"The sharks were outside
of the surfer area, and the
surfers were watching
them, too. But the sharks
were simply busy eating
other fish," hlie said.


Rants & Raves
From page A6
I remember when I was 4 or 5, the
stamps were only 3 cents. Now, seventy
years later, they have only raised 36 cents.
How would you like to only get a 36 cents
raise in seventy years?
. I have a very nice mail person. Maybe
the ranter should have to go to the post
office and pick up their mail.

Homeowners Insurance too high
I can't speak for the rest of you, but my
home insurance went up 200 percent in
the last two years.
Now they say they are going to lower our
insurance rates by 20 percent, and they
expect us to be excited about it.
Something is wrong with this picture.
The dumbing of America comes to mind

Response to 'Shame,
Shame, Shame'
Well, now that my blood pressure is
level again, I guess it's time to let my
thoughts be heard.
I am responding to an unfortunate
piece titled Shame, Shame, Shame that I
read in your viewpoint column on Fri-
day, March 9.
While the writer accurately quotes the
Department of Health statistics on HIV
in St. Lucie County, the person does not
accurately capture the work done by the
professional community everyday to
combat and address the HIV/AIDS epi-
demic.
I take issue with only one sentence in
that "rant." I'll quote, "Don't think, like I
did, that there are agencies for this type
of thing [HIV prevention]. The agencies
are there, but they are too bogged down
in meetings, committees, focus groups,
and red tape."
To say we do nothing but get tied up in
our own bureaucracy is not only inaccu-
rate, but an insult to our efforts year
after year.
To use the language of shame, shame,
shame is exactly what keeps people from
seeking help for themselves, the thing
that sets people apart from their neigh-
bors, the feeling that drags down HIV+
people and makes them feel less than
worthy, the thing that keeps people from
getting tested and knowing their own
status so that they don't infect other


people. I could go on, but you get my
point.
For people just beginning to get a
glimpse into the problem of HIV/AIDS
in our community, our nation, or the
world, it must be frightening and over-
whelming-as it should be.
The problem is enormous. There are
billions of dollars and countless work
efforts put into prevention and treat-
ment of this virus. In our community,
the Treasure Coast, there are many dedi-
cated people and agencies dedicated to
doing something each day.
We welcome the help of those that
would like to volunteer! Collectively, we
compete annually for dollars to serve
the people that live here. Without us,
many more people would be without life
saving care.
We provide outreach to educate, and to
make sure people make it to their
appointments. We go to their homes
when there is no phone to contact them.
We pay for cabs and buses so that they
can get to the doctors or the pharmacist
and/or a community-planning meeting.
We provide thousands of free HIV tests
each year so that people know their sta-
tus and can get medical care. We provide
specialized medical treatment and med-
ication therapy at greatly reduced costs.
We run support groups so HIV/AIDS
'positive people don't feel alone and can
get the up-to-date information they
need to live.
In those meetings that we are so
"bogged down" in, we create tools that
allow us to search for people that are not
in care, find out why, and refer them
back into care.
We create customer satisfaction tools
and do our best to get our consumers to
complete them so we can monitor and
improve the quality of the care we pro-
vide.
We develop quality assurance and
audit tools that help us keep up with
state and national requirements.
We work to create DVD's and flyers that
will appeal to the community so that,
maybe, they will hear the message about
HIV and stop thinking that it is someone
else's problem.
We hand out free materials all day
long.
We strategize to find ways to get you
involved. So please join us in the effort,
instead of passing negative judgments.
Talk to your neighbor, your child, your
partner, your sister aboutHIV.
Go to the library and educate yourself,
get tested, have safer sex, do your part.


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8 a N WAO* M a r t i n CtId M a r r h


Trauma
From page Al


the fact that some people
may feel it's more conven-
ient to have their family
members kept in a local
setting," he said.
In announcing its oppo-
sition, Martin Memorial
also cited a 2001 study
published in the Journal of
Trauma that indicated
trauma centers with .low
volumes of patients with
major traumas increased
the risk factor for mortality
rates.
According to Martin
Memorial, St. Mary's Med-
ical Center and Holmes
Regional Medical Center
in Melbourne, which also
has a trauma center, are
only recently reaching lev-
els that would constitute
higher volumes.
"Adding another trauma
center to the area would
lower those numbers, a
factor that could result in
worse patient outcomes
, and additional patient
deaths at all three trauma
centers," said Mr. Samples.
In 2003, St. Mary's treat-
ed 553 major trauma
cases, while Holmes
Regional handled 343
major cases.
Mr. Harmon estimates
that the area's population
would have to reach one
million.people to support
a top-notch trauma center
on the Treasure Coast.
"It's clear from the stud-
ies that volume is impor-
tant and it correlates with
quality," said Mr. Harman.
Martin Memorial also
contends that since state
regulations require trauma
patients be transported to
the closest trauma center,
that would still mean
transportation to St.
Mary's in West Palm Beach
for approximately 50 per-
cent of Martin County res-
idents, and to Holmes
Regional for some Indian
River County residents,
further reducing the
potential number of trau-
ma cases treated at Lawn-
wood, should a trauma
center be built there.
In addition, Mr. Harman
cites the fact that the area
has excellent transporta-
tion to both St. Mary's
Medical Center and
Holmes Regional.
"You are talking about
minutes here in terms of
transport, even from St.
Lucie County, where it is


less than 20 minutes trans-
port time," said, Mr. Har-
man.
Lawnwood Regional's
chief executive officer Tom
Pentz is expected to ask
the St. Lucie County com-
mission to consider a ref-
erendum allowing voters
to support a property tax
to subsidize the cost of a
new trauma center. That
request was made after the
Hometown News went to
press.
St. Lucie County Fire
Chief Jay Sizemore is solid-
ly behind adding a trauma
center to the Treasure
Coast.
"I support the trauma
center," said Chief Size-
more.
"Anything we can do to
expedite the care of trau-
ma cases is better for the
-patient. I would have
stood by it even if Martin
Memorial had been the
first one out of the box and
wanted to build a trauma
center."
Chief Sizemore said his
department's involvement
with trauma patients
enables him to have this
perspective.
"We do every bit of the
pre-hospital care in the
county, so naturally we
support it," he said.
St. Lucie County Com-
missioner Doug Coward
and Port St. Lucie City
Councilman Christopher
Cooper did not immedi-
ately return calls for com-
ment.
Mr. Harman stresses
that Martin Memorial has
no personal interest in the
building of a trauma cen-
ter elsewhere on the Trea-
sure Coast.
"It has nothing to do
with our building a hospi-
tal in western Port St.
Lucie. We aren't proposing
a trauma center there. And
we don't have plans to
have a trauma center at
Martin Memorial. That
would not be in the best
interest of the communi-
ty," said Mr. Harman.
"The distance to St.
Mary's is not significant for
trauma transportation,
and we should continue to
use them. It's very impor-
tant that there are excel-
lent trauma centers, and
how do you get that if you
are only seeing 200 cases a
year?" he said.


Week
From page A3


Daniel Melichar, 55, a
Port St. Lucie resident, was
working at a Tarpon Ave.
home when, according to
witnesses, he became


involved in an argument
with a black male. A short
time later, he was found in
his van after it crashed, the
victim of knife wounds.
Mr. Melichar's family has
established a reward fund,
and is seeking donations
for the fund. The reward
funds will be given to the
person that can provide
information leading to the
arrest and conviction of
the suspect or suspects.
The funds are being held
by Seacoast National
Bank. To donate, contact
the bank's branch at 815
Colorado Ave. in Stuart.
Their phone number is
(772) 221-2555.
Anyone with informa-
tion on the crime is asked
to contact Detective Frank
Logalbo at (772) 220-3911
or Treasure Coast Crime
Stoppers at (800) 273-
TIPS.


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By ROBIN RINKE
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PALM CITY A new
fresh produce and Italian
specialties market has
opened in Palm City.
You will find Gattuso's
Farmers Marketella snug-
gled at the bottom of the
Palm City Bridge at 900
S.W Martin Downs Blvd.
The festive yellow build-
ing trimmed in lavender is
filled with products from
Italy and loaded with a
huge assortment of fresh
produce all at farmer's
market prices.
Owners, John and Maria
Mikulski, moved to Palm
City two years ago and
opened the unique mar-
ket four months ago.
"We have had an incred-
ibly great response to our
fresh produce," said Mrs.
Mikulski. 'About 75 per-
cent of all our produce is
Florida grown, and we
have daily delivery so it is
fresh. Our assortment is
diverse and customers
love it."
, Customers will find
strawberries, lemons,
limes, grapes, oranges,
apples, pineapple, man-
gos, bananas, asparagus,
lettuce, cabbage, peppers,
potatoes,' onions, toma-
toes, avocados and every-
thing else you would find
in a supermarket- only
fresher.
Mrs. Mikulski's said her
mother and father were
born in Italy, and her
mother's maiden name
"Gattuso" was the perfect
name for the market.
"The name signifies to
customers that we carry
Italian specialty prod-
ucts," Mrs. Mikulski said.
"We wanted to incorpo-
rate into the market all the
wonderful Italian prod-
ucts we were used to buy-
ing in New Jersey," said
Mrs. Mikulski. "When we
moved here I could not
find the brands I was used
to unless I went shopping
in West Palm Beach. So we
brought them here."
With name brand prod-
ucts such as Bellino,
Cento, Ferrara and Fabbri,
customers that desire
authentic products from
Italy can now have them
here at inexpensive prices.
The market offers fresh
baked Italian and banana
breads, imported Italian
water, specialty hard
cheeses and salamis,
sauces, pastas, imported
oils, honey from local
growers, potted herbs,
Italian cakes and nougats
and imported chocolates.
Mrs. Mikulski's said the
piped in Italian music is
for their customers to
enjoy as they shop. She
also said they already
have plans of expansion.
"'It looks like my office
will soon be moved to the
house, because we need
more room," she said. "It's
exciting."
Mrs. Mikulski said her
parents even come in and
work with her and her
husband.
"It is a family-owned
and operated business.
We are excited to be here.
We love the area."
Gattuso's Farmers Mar-
ketella is open for busi-
ness Monday through Fri-


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and Saturdays from 8:30
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*Juan Sebastian, 33,
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*A cell phone was
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Highway.
*Appraisal reports were
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of 8892 S.E. Retreat Drive,
Hobe Sound, was charged
with uttering a forged
instrument.
*Kimberly Bowman, 28,
of 2995 S.E. Aster Lane,
was charged with trespass
after warning, battery on a
law enforcement 'officer
and disorderly conduct.
+A vehicle was reported
stolen from Dollar Rent a
Car, 1221 S.E. Federal
Highway.
*A bicycle was reported
stolen during a burglary at
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County group
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volunteers
FOR HOMETOWN NEWS

Martin County's Democ-
ratic Executive Committee
recently formed a sub-
committee aimed at
paving the way to elect
Democrats in 2008.
Treasurer Martha Ben-
nett of Hobe Sound and
vice-chair Valerie Jones of
Stuart will co-chair the
committee of about 20 vol-
unteers meeting monthly
to deal with election
issues.
The group is developing
a calendar of activities
.including fundraisers, vol-
unteer training sessions,
social events and candi-
date forums through


November 2008.
"We have a goal of
adding 100 active and
enthusiastic volunteers by
the end of the year," Jones
said in a release. "We will
be telephoning and visit-
ing every Democrat and
non-affiliated voters in the
county within the next few
months to tell them about
our plans," she said.
The first volunteer train-
ing session will be Sunday,
April 1, from 1 p.m. to 4:30
p.m., at the Stuart
Women's Club building,
739 E. Ocean Blvd., in Stu-
art.
Julie Patrick, South Flori-
da regional field'director of
the Florida Democratic
Party, will lead the training
session. Emphasis will be
on precinct canvassing,

) See DEMOCRATS, A12


Veterans
From page Al


Mahoney, and we can keep
him informed regarding
legislation affecting veter-
ans," said Mr. Haddox.
Other council members
from Martin County
include Joe Celli, a WWII
U.S. Army veteran from
Jensen Beach; Bill Shaw, A
U.S. Army veteran of both
the Korean and Vietnam
Wars and a commander of
the VFW Post 4194 in Stu-
art; and Terence Nolan, a
Stuart resident and U.S.
Marine Corp veteran.
Members of the council
from St. Lucie County
include Paul Hiott, Direc-
tor of the St. Lucie County
Veteran Service Office in
Fort Pierce and a U.S.
Navy veteran.
Mr. Hiott said there are
37,000 veterans in St.
Lucie County and this
council will allow the voic-
es of those veterans to be
heard.
"The veterans will be
able to let their frustra-
tions known if they have


them. And we will be able
to inform them of what's
going on with things like
benefits and disability
claims," said Mr. Hiott.
"I'm truly honored to be
on his council and to pro-
vide some subject-matter
expertise," he said.
Other St. Lucie County
residents on the council
are Thomas Flett, of Port
St. Lucie, who served in
the U:S. Army during the
Vietnam War; Roy Brewer,
Port St. Lucie, a U.S. Air
Force veteran and mem-
ber of Vietnam Veterans of
America Chapter 566;
Catherine LaValle, Port St.
Lucie,
president of the Air
Force Seargents Associa-
tion; Ron Knepshield of
Port St. Lucie, a U.S. Army
veteran and chairman of
the United Veterans of St.
Lucie County; and Nathan
Turner of Fort Pierce, a
National Guard veteran of
Operation Enduring Free-
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knocking something that
is good for his customers,
is safer, and saves money
on fuel, and wear and tear
on tires.
What are you thinking Mr.
Earl Stewart?

Al Sammartino
Coastal Automotive
Equipment Sales Inc.
Vero Beach

Earl Stewart of
Stewart Toyota
responds:

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which raises some good
questions.
I will address the specific
points made by you, but
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charity is the Salvation Army.
Please call me on my cell
phone at (561) 358-1474 so


that we can get started. It's a
win-win. Money goes to
charity either way and one of
us ish going to learn some-
thing he didn't know.
Before I address the points
you made in your letter, I
think it is only fair that the
readers of my column and
your letter know that you and
I have met before. I was sur-
prised that you didn't men-
tion that in your letter. I know
that you will recall that the
company owned by you,
Coastal Automotive Equip-
ment Sales, was an unsuc-
cessful bidder three years ago
when I was buying $250,000
worth of hydraulic lifts for my
new service department. I
only mention this in the
interests of complete disclo-
sure to our readers.
The first point I will
address are your words, "I'm
not sure where Earl got. his
pricing." This refers to my
statement that car dealers
were charging as much as
$199 for nitrogen in four tires.
I am enclosing a picture of
a price sticker showing a $199
price from a dealer who may
well be one of your nitrogen
customers.
Some of your statements
about nitrogen are accurate.
Nitrogen does expand less
than air, very slightly less. The
co-efficient of expansion of
nitrogen is about 20 percent
less than that of air, but, of
course air is 78 percent nitro-
gen. It is also true that filling a
tire with nitrogen will reduce
the amount of humidity
inside the tire.
Nitrogen molecules are
larger than oxygen molecules
and will take longer to per-
meate the tire wall, but, as
you know, 78 percent of air is
already made of nitrogen.

Democrats
From page A 11
phone calling techniques,
fundraising and soliciting
contributions.
The local party will focus
on local issues as well as
national campaigns, Ben-
nett said in the release.
"Quality of life issues
including local growth,
degradation of the St.
Lucie River and spiraling
property' taxes and insur-
ance rates will be at the
forefront as we work with
local Democratic candi-
dates," Bennett said in the
release.
"We are also working on
national and.global issues


What all of your points citing
the superiority of nitrogen
don't mention is that because
air is already mainly nitro-
gen, the differences are so
slight they can't even be
measured.
As I said in my column, I
tested tires nitrogen and with
air in my rental fleet for many
weeks and therewas no
measurable difference in
inflation.
A good analogy to using
nitrogen in your tires is those
Olympic swimmers who
shave their entire bodies with
the hope of cutting off one
one-hundredth of a second
in a 200-meter race.
I can see why NASCAR
uses nitrogen in tires. Its cars
run more than 200 mph at
extremely high temperatures
and winners are measured in
hundredths of seconds.
Alot of people put nitrogen
in their tires because they like
to believe it helps, but I
challenge anybody to show
me a valid, scientific, inde-
pendent study that proves
nitrogen improves gas
mileage or tire wear.
I don't have a problem
with you selling nitrogen to
someone for a low price.
My wife and I take a lot of
vitamins and herbs that
have never been proven to
improve our health by
medical science, but we are
careful not to take any that
can be harmful. We look at
it this way: it might help, it
can't hurt and the vitamins
are cheap.
The only thing that nitro-
gen can harm is the pocket-
book of the buyer spending
$199 for four tires filled
with a gas that has never
been proven to help gas
mileage or tire wear.


including the war in Iraq
and global warming," she
said.
The Martin County
Democrats asks volun-
teers "of all kinds" to
attend, including precinct
and poll workers, precinct
captains and Democratic
activists. The training is
free, and materials and
refreshments will be pro-
vided.
Advance registration is
requested but not
required.
Interested volunteers
may call Democratic Head-
quarters at (772) 221-0405.


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event, his father, Gordon
Proctor, was on hand to
represent Mary Elizabeth's
Team. A proud grandfather
to Mary Elizabeth and her
brother Camden, he said
he was honored to be
involved in the inaugural
event and happy to, share
that another new member
of Mary Elizabeth's Team is,
on the way and he's looking
forward to becoming a
grandpa all over again.
Mr. Swann, who works as
a private portfolio manag-
er and is the first to admit
he's not really a big event
planner or coordinator,
said the Swann Shootout


has been a real learning
experience for him and he's
grateful to folks like Jen-
nifer Williamson of Crary
Buchanan, and Sam Brun-
ing who acted as the day's
'leprechaun' giving partici-
pants an opportunity to
win prizes and help raise
even more money.
"We have judges, attor-
neys, doctors, insurance
agents, and a group of real
professionals here on the
course today," Mr. Swann
said proudly. "Every one of
them is here to have fun
and help support a great
cause."
As he annihilated a clay


'rabbit' set in motion skit-
tering across the ground at
the last station, Mr. Swann
said all the effort and ener-
gy was worthwhile if even
one more' child has a
chance to enjoy perfect
days like the one partici-'
pants spent laughing with
friends, enjoying nature,
and supporting a great
cause.
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Eliminate the "Dealer Fee".


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Fellow Florida Car Dealers, if you don't
know me, I should tell you that I don't profess
to be some "holier than thou" car dealer who
was always perfect for the past 38 years.
When I look at some of my past advertising
and sales tactics, I am not always proud.
But I have evolved as my customers have
evolved. My customers' expectations, level
of education and sophistication are much
higher today. Your customers are no different.
My remarks are made sincerely and with a
positive intent toward you and your custom-
ers. I am not trying to tell you
how to run your business. I "My cu
am suggesting a change that
will reward both you and your expeCtat
customers.
Virtually every car dealer of educ
in Florida adds a charge to
the price of cars he sells, a SOphistic
"dealer fee/doc fee/dealer
prep" fee ranging from $500 much higi
to nearly $1,000. This extra
charge is programmed into
your computer. It has been made illegal in
many states including California, but is still
legal in Florida. The reason you charge .this
fee is simply to increase the price of the car
T and your profit in such a manner that it is not
noticed by your customers. This is just plain
wrong. I used to charge a dealer fee ($495)
and when I stopped charging it a few years
r ago it was scary. But I did it because I could
no longer, in good conscience, mislead my
customers. Just because everybody else
was doing the same thing, did not make it
correct.


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ing the dealer fee my profit per car did drop
by about the amount of the dealer fee, but
my customers realized I was now giving them
a fair shake and quoting a complete out-the-
door price with no "surprises". And the word
spread. My volume of car sales began to rise
rapidly. Sure, I was making a few hundred
dollars less per car, but. I was selling a lot
more cars. I was and-am selling cars to many
of your former customers. My bottom line
has improved, not because I eliminated the


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dealer fee, but because I was
able to earn the trust of more
customers in buying their new
or used car. You can do the
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tion and Why am I writing this letter?
I'm not going to tell you that
nation are I think of myself as the new
"sheriff' that has come to
er today." "clean up South Florida". In
fact, I am well aware that this
letter is, to some extent, self-
serving. Many people will read this letter and
learn why they should buy a car from me,
and not you. And, I am also aware that most
dealers who read this will either get angry and
ignore it or not have the courage to follow my
lead. But maybe you will be the exception. If
you have any interest in following my lead,
call me anytime. I don't have a secretary and
I don't screen any of my phone calls. I would
love to chat with you about this.
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Clarence A.
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98, of Stuart, died Wednes-
day, March 21, 2007, at Stu-
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whose ring (or whatever
they are selling) it is. We do
this to determine whether it
is their property to sell or if
they have authorization to
sell it. And I frequently
hear something that dis-
turbs me. One of them is
from ladies that have been
engaged but have since
broken off the engage-
ment. They have given the
engagement ring back. The
second thing I hear is that
the man brings the ring in
to sell and he tells me he
"took" it back.
Well here's the real deal.
If you receive an engage-
ment ring, it's yours. You
can wear it, sell it, or do
anything you want with it.
It's yours. If he "takes" it
back without your authori-
zation, it is still yours and
you can take whatever
legal means you like to get
it back. Therefore if he tries
to sell it to me or any other
jeweler it is not his to sell.
This is straight from the
detective that is our repre-
sentative from the sheriff's
office.
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He was born in Pawtuck-
et, R.I. and was a resident
of Florida for 56 years,
coming from Pawtucket,
R.I.
He was preceded in
death by his father
Clarence Burrows and his
mother, Elizabeth (Walsh)
Burrows.
He was preceded in
death by his wife of 53
years, Frances M Burrows;
a daughter, Donna Camp-
bell of East Providence,
R.I.; a granddaughter,
Leslie McGlory of Seekonk,
Mass.; and three grand-
children.
A memorial service was
held at Stuart Nursing and
Restorative Care Friday,
March 23, 2007.
Memorials may be made
to Alzheimer Community
Care, 800 N. Point Parkway,
Suite 101-B, West Palm
Beach, FL 33407.
Arrangements are being
handled by All County
Funeral Home and Crema-
tory in Stuart.

Frances L. Lehnberger

Frances L. Lehnberger,
82, of Stuart, died Tuesday,
March 20, 2007, at Martin
Memorial Hospital South.
She was born in Corona,
N.Y, and was a resident of
Stuart for over ten years,
coming from Long Island.
She was a member of
Immanuel Lutheran
Church in Palm City.
She was preceded in
death by her father, Robert
J. Hess; her mother, Emma
Hess; a sister, Louise Melz-
er; a brother, Robert Hess;
and husband of 40 years,
Frederick Lehnberger.
She is survived by her
son, Peter John Gunther, of
Port Charlotte, Fla., and
sister, Teresa Baker, of
Williston Park, N.Y.
Memorial contributions


may be made in lieu of
flowers to the Needy Com-
mittee of St. Lucie Falls,
9000 S.W. Pennsylvania
Ave., Stuart, FL 34997.
A memorial service and
luncheon were held on Fri-
day, March 23, 2007, at
Immanuel Lutheran
Church in Palm City.
An inurnment was at
Flushing Cemetary Associ-
ation in NewYork.
Arrangements are being
handled by All County
Funeral Home and Crema-
tory in Stuart.

Robert Charles Wray

Robert Charles Wray, 73,
of Jensen Beach, died
Tuesday, March 20, 2007,
at Martin Memorial Med-
ical Center in Stuart.
He was born in Detriot,
and was a resident of
Jensen Beach for 17 years,
coming from Union Lake,
Mich.,
He served in the Marine
Corps during the Korean
War.
His father Michael Wray.
preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife
of 38 years Joanne (Przyst-
up) Wray; two daughters,
Robin Werth of Highland,
Mich., and Connie Davis of
Austin, Texas; two sons,
John Przystup of White
Lake, Mich., and Jack Wray
of Jensen Beach; his moth-
er Thalia (Clegg) Wray of
Augress, MI.; a brother,
Michael Trombley of Lin-
coln Park, Mich.; and six
grandchildren.
A memorial mass was
held at St. Martin De Por-
res Catholic Church Friday,
March 23, 2007.
Memorials may be made
to the American Cancer
Society, 865 S.E. Monterey
Commons Blvd., Stuart, FL
34996.
Arrangements are being
handled by All County


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Ann E. Morlan

Ann E Morlan, 58, of Stu-
art, died Monday, March
19, 2007, at Martin Memo-
rial Medical Center in Stu-
art.
She was born in Wilkes-
Barre, Pa., and was a resi-
dent of Stuart for 21 years.
She was a minister of
Jevovah's Witnesses for 13
years.
In Florida, .she was a
licensed painting contrac-
tor and wall covering
installer.
She was the daughter of
John Kowalski.
She is survived by her
husband, Jim Morlan; a
son, Aron Morlan of Jensen
Beach; an uncle, Kit, and,
aunt, Irene Samuels, of
Wilkes-Barre.
A memorial service was
held Saturday, March 24,
2007, at the Kingdom Hall
of Jehovah's Witnesses in
Jensen Beach.
Arrangements are being
handled by All County
Funeral Home and Crema-
tory in Stuart.

'Harriet N.
Morganroth

Harriet N. Morganroth,
80, of Stuart, died Satur-
day, March 17, 2007, at The
Manors at Hobe Sound.
She was born in New
York, N.Y., and was a resi-
dent of Stuart for five
years, coming from Great
Neck, N.Y.
She is survived by a
daughter, Stacie, a son-in-
law, Robert Bernstein;and
a grandson, Matthew;,all of
Stuart.
Services were held pri-
vately.
Memorials may be made.
to an animal shelter of
choice.
Arrangements are being
handled "by All County
Funeral Home & Cremato-
ry in Stuart.

Joseph Clinton Miller

Joseph Clinton Miller,
78, of Stuart, died Friday,
March 16, 2007, at Martin
Memorial Medical Center
in Stuart.
He was born in
Hopewell, Va., and was a
resident of Stuart for two
years, coming from Coral
Springs.
He was a member of

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American Legion Post No.
318 in Port St. Lucie and
was a billiards champion
in Coral Springs and
throughout the state of
Florida.
He served in the U.S.
Army.
He was preceded in
death by his father, Joseph
Miller; his mother, Maxine
(Smith) Miller; and his wife
of 42 years, Virginia A.
Miller
He is survived by three
daughters, Jeanette M.,
Miller of Palm City,
Michele M. Alvarez of
Labelle, Fla., and Joanne
M. Harper of Palm City; a
grandchild; and two great-
grandchildren.
A funeral service was at.
All County Funeral Home
and Crematory Sunday,
March 25, 2007.
Memorials may be made
to Martin Memorial Med-
ical Center-Francis Lang-
ford Heart Center, 300
Hospital Ave., Stuart FL
34994.
Arrangements are being
handled by All County
Funeral Home and Crema-
tory in Stuart.

Sean Michael
Comerford

Sean Michael Comer-
ford, 53, died March 16,
2007, in Stuart.
He was born in Trenton,
N.J., and lived throughout
the Northeast before set-
tling in the Stuart and Port
St. Lucie areas in 1976.
A graduate of the Univer-
sity of Oregon, Mr. Comer-
ford was the owner of a
Discount Water Systems of
Port St. Lucie, a local musi-
cian and also employed in
the family business, The
Book Place.
He is survived by his son,
Trevor Comerford, of Port
St. Lucie; his mother,
Marie Comerford, of Clear-
water; his friend and com-
panion, Mary Schei, of Stu-
art; a brother, Shane, of
Stuart; a sister, Shelia, of
Winthrop, Maine; a
nephew, Evan Gove, and a
niece, Hilary Gove, both of
Winthrop, Maine.
He was preceded in
death by his father, Walter
Comerford.
A private service was
held for the immediate
family.


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Gerald Donald Kralik

Gerald Donald Kralik, 71,
of Rochester, Mich., died
Tuesday, March 13, 2007,
at J.EK. Medical Center in
Atlantis, Fla.
He was born in Ham-
tramck, Mich., and was a
winter resident of Jensen
Beach for 10 years, coming
from Rochester, Mich.
He served in the Navy.
He was the son of the
late Joseph Kralik and the
late Anne (Yuhasz) Kralik.
He is survived by his wife
of 34 years Mary Elizabeth
(Brown) Kralik; a daughter,
Holly Ann Kralik of Shelby
Township, Mich., a son,
Andrew Brian Kralik of
Washington, Mich.
A memorial service and
tribute was held Monday,
March 19, 2007, at All
County Funeral Home &
Crematory.
Arrangements are being
handled by All County
Funeral Home & Cremato-
ry in Stuart.

'Big John' John V.
Weinand

"Big John" John V
Weinand, 70, of Stuart,
died Friday, March 16,
2007, at Martin Memorial
Medical Center in Stuart.
He was born in Massil-
lion, Ohio, and was a resi-
dent of Stuart for 37 years,
coming from Canton,
Ohio.
He was preceded in
death by his father, John
Weinand, and his mother,
Gertrude (Reikowsky)
Weinand.
He was a contractor in
the Treasure Coast and was
a member 'of Bass Masters.
He is survived by his
wife, Barbara; five sons,
John C. Weinand and Jim
Weinand, both of Palm
City, Joseph Weinand of
Stuart, Jerry Weinand of
Fort Pierce and Jody
Weinand of Madison,
Conn.; a daughter, Gail
Maltese, of Stuart; ten
grandchildren; and four
great-grandchildren.
A memorial service and
tribute were at All County
Funeral Home and Crema-
tory Wednesday, March 21,
2007.


Memorials may be made
to Treasure Coast Hos-
pices, 1201 S.E. Indian St.,
Stuart, FL 34994.
Arrangements are being
handled by All County
Funeral Home and Crema-
tory in Stuart.

Donald Lewe Deis

Donald Lewe Deis, 65, of
Stuart, died Thursday,
March 15, 2007, at Salerno
Bay Manor in Stuart.
He was born in Dayton,
Ohio, and was a resident of
Stuart for eight years.
He was a member of St.
Andrews Catholic Church,
and he was in the choir at
St. Mary's Church in Day-
ton.
He served in the Navy for


11 years, including the
Vietnam War.
He was preceded in
death by his father, William
Deis, and his mother,
Helen (Lewe) Deis.
He is survived by three
sisters, Judith S. Steele of
Stuart, Helen Heiber of
Beaver Creek, Ohio, and
Rita Leo of Oakwood,
Ohio; two brothers, Jerome
Deis of Dayton, Ohio, and
William K. Deis of Rock
Creek, Ohio.
Inurnment at Dayton
National Cemetery to be
held at a later date.
Arrangements are being
handled by All County
Funeral Home and Crema-
tory in Stuart.

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memory of Robert "Bob"
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Mr. Shapiro had dreams
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The cost of the lunch is
$11.
All current, past and/or
former members are
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Tickets are still available
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The house will be the first
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"We do lots of good for
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House, Mrs. Sutherland
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to give away a green house.
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are doing this for the Easter
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The YMCA of the Trea-
sure Coast provides
numerous programs for
residents of all ages. The
mission of the organization
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families and communities
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Easter House goes to schol-
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who cannot afford the serv-
ices we provide," she said.
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For 34 years Margaret
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Staff writer
STUART Margaret
Brown is a night owl and
loves it.
On May 7, Mrs. Brown
will have worked the night
shift as a certified nurses
aid for the Stuart Nursing
and Restorative Care Cen-
ter for 34 of the 35 years
the center has been open.
Mrs. Brown's love and
compassion for the elderly
drew her to work at the
center one year after it
first opened its doors.
She said she chose to
work the night shift
because it worked best for
her while raising five chil-
dren.
"I could take the kids to


appointments and school
functions because I was
home during the after-
noons," said Mrs. Brown.
"The job and hours were a
perfect fit for our family."
She said after working so
many years from 11 p.m.
to 7 a.m. that her body got
used to that schedule.
Even when the kids grew
up she stayed working the
same hours.
"The night shift is still a
good fit for me," she said.
"And, I think the night staff
is a good team to be on.
We work well together."
Her years of service were
recognized on March 15,
at a celebration day the
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years has been how the
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both co-workers and
patients.
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When ,my husband died
last year I needed this job.
It helped me get through
it. I don't plan on quitting
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STAR SCOPES
James Tucker

Week of 03-30-07


Aries-March 21-April 19
You are well. known for daring to dream big
dreams and then being bold enough to act on
and create them. Why? Not only is it your time of
the year, but you climb up the higher slopes of life
because of your lofty thinking, strength and
courage. You are able to survey all things around
you and then pick and choose the ones you love
the best. This is one of the main reasons why you
are such a great leader.


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Beach. It was there
when they bought the
house and we could
never understand
why anyone would
plant such a strange
"grapefruit" tree with
a thick rind and large
juice cells that a :e
contained no juice.
One day an Asian ,
family knocked on
mom's door and asked
if they could buy the
fruit. Evidently they
saw the tree from the road.
Since she wasn't using them she
told them to take what they
wanted. They wouldn't hear of
that, it Was not an "honorable"
thing to do. Twenty-five cents
each seemed fair and they picked
several. A few days later many
more friends appeared and as the
tree was getting bare the price
went up to 75 cents each.
When I finally learned what
citron was, I put two and two
together; mom and dad had a
citron tree.
Slippery Crisco: Some of
today's recipes contain Crisco,
which has been around since
1911. Before that lard (pork fat)
was used.
Today's Crisco has no trans-fats.
The original blue label, as well as
the "new" green label, which
states it has no trans-fats, have
the same nutritional list The only
difference is the green label
version has a higher price. Tricky,
huh?

PIZZA RUSTICA
Recipe No. I (NIB)


Taurus-April 20-May 20
Venus in Taurus gives you an edge in the heart
department this week. Your motivation is
fueled by the desires living in your heart for a
better life. No one is more hard working and
determined than Taurus. When you set your
plans into motion you are capable of perform-
ing miracles. Why? Because you never quit or
give up until you victory is assured. You are an
inspiration to others even if they don't always
tell you.

Gemini-May 21-June 21
Working the divine plan living in your soul
continues to bring you mastery over life. You
know how to communicate and manifest in
that order. The. funny thing is that physical
rewards don't bring you as much satisfaction
nowadays as much as the spiritual. These are
respect, love, honor and human dignity. Living
a quality life is more important to you now
than quantity. You are creating an.awesome
life.


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Find out in today's column.


Hello smart shoppers, hope
you had a good week.
Easter is coming! Today's
column will give you recipes for
very old, traditional Italian Easter
pies. If it weren't for the requests I
have received, I would never have
thought of printing them.
They involve a lot of work, but
for some people, tradition is
tradition.
Pizza Rustica is a spicy, meat
pie. I didn't think anyone in the
family still made this very expen-
sive not to mention high-fat dish.
Then I found out my cousin,
Irene Sacco, still does. I will give
you her recipe and another from
a friend.
Ricotta pie is a sweet, cheese-
cake-like dessert that's not too
difficult to make.
Another Easter pie is Pizza
Granna. Pizza means pie in
Italian. It is my favorite and is
made with whole grains.
After recently tasting Irene's
version, I knew I just had to have
the recipe.
The ricotta and grain pies are
considered sweet pies and have a
cookie-like crust. They require the
optional addition of candied
diced orange and citron.
I always thought citron meant
all kinds of candied citrus, didn't
you? I went to myWorld Book
encyclopedia and found, "The
citron tree, which is native to Asia,
bears a grapefruit-size lemon-like
fruit with a thick rind. The fruit is
considered inedible, but the
aromatic rind is candied and used
in baking."
While reading this information,
I remembered a huge, beautiful
tree my parents had in Boynton


To Your Health
Holiday baking
is usually high
in fat, cholesterol and calories.
Today's recipes all freeze well.
Don't make too much, though.
Twice a year is fine,
more is bad news.


Cancer-June 22-July 22
Don't fret over life's recent struggles. This is just
life's ebb and flow. The secret to balance is to
work harder when things are flowing and increas-
ing. Then hold back when they are ebbing. Being
in the flow of monthly cycles of energy is just as
important as finding, daily balance. Follow your
heart, trust your instincts and use the natural
rhythms of life to enhance and bring you your
well-earned and deserved good.

Leo-July 23-Aug. 22
Measure the quality of your life by the joy you feel
in your heart. You were born to rule by being of
service to others. You are at your best when you
are able to help someone else find the answer to
their life challenge. Everyone gains strength from
your light and presence. It keeps your family
bonds strong. It gives you much personal power
in the workplace. You are a well- loved and trust-
ed friend. The universe wants to highly reward
you for all this goodness.
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Using a butter substitute
instead of butter,
in baked goods is usually fine,
but when making a piecrust,
if butter is specified,
1 i you must use butter.
Since the dough must be chilled
before rolling,
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4 ounces Genoa salami
4 ounces proscuitto (Italian cured
ham)
4 ounces boiled ham
4 ounces hot, dried salami or
pepperoni
12 eggs
1 (15-ounce) container ricotta
1 cup grated Parmesan or
Romano cheese
1/4 cup coarse ground black
pepper
Piecrust (recipe follows)
Cut meat in small pieces or thin
slices; set aside.
Beat eggs with ricotta, grated
cheese and pepper. Add meat and
blend well.
Use a large 9- by 13-inch, 2-
inch-deep glass baking dish. Fit
piecrust into dish, fluting the
edges. Pour in filling. If you have
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basket weave design across the

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not always liked what I read
about all of the makes and
models of cars I have sold,
but I grudgingly had to
admit that the reports were
almost always accurate. I
have to confess that with
some make and model cars
I have sold over the years, I
was very thankful that the
circulation of Consumer
Reports is rot very large.
Their circulation is growing
as consumers become more
educated and sophisticated.
It's not as easy as it once was
to sell aYugo to most
consumers.
This annual auto issue,
which is on the newsstands
now, should be a mandatory
read before you buy your
next used or new car.
Here are some of the
articles in this issue: "Top
Picks" (the best new
vehicles they have tested),
"Best andWorst" (tells you
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Virgo-Aug. 23-Sept. 22
The moon in Virgo this week gives you
an edge in emotional power. Keep your
heart open and listen to your inner
guidance. The wisdom that comes up is
the greatest truth you can have on
earth. Have faith in, learn to trust it, sur-
render and wait. Before long, the right
ideas begin to pop into the mind from
this deep well within. When you act on
these divine impulses before the head
gets in the way, you will see great unex-
pected gain materializing right in front
of your eyes.

Libra-Sept. 23-Oct. 22
Find joy and good cheer in the little
things. Laugh a lot. Hang around with
positive minded people who let you be
yourself. Tell someone a joke and make
her laugh. Poke a little good-natured
fun at yourself. Others love to laugh at
our foibles. It's a good part of being
healthy and human. It keeps our self-
righteousness and ego in check when


we poke a little fun at ourselves. Make
someone else laugh and it cheers you
up. True happiness in life is just that
simple.

Scorpio-Oct. 23-Nov. 21
When you arise each day, take stock of
your many blessings and express grati-
tude. Then know that more positive
good is on the way to add to this. This
attitude of positive expectancy then
rubs off on others and causes them to
want to help you get what you want.
Then be generous and share your new
blessings. This is a wonderful way to
live and keeps you on the cutting edge
of many new and wonderful adven-
tures as you travel the rivers and roads
of life.

Sagittarius-Nov. 22-Dec. 21
You function best when you feel
inspired. Here is one to affirm every day.
"The universe is my source of life. Each
day begins anew. My job is to share and
honor it to many or to few. I ask for wis-
dom, love and courage with each new
passing day. Let me help someone with
a greater burden somewhere along the
way. In the giving I receive back multi-


plied. With this possibility my life is jus-
tified. Mine is a great life and I am
thankful."

Capricorn-Dec. 22-Jan. 19
Ask the universe for new direction and
be open to new ideas when they come.
Feel yourself in perfect health, sur-
rounded by happy people with all your
needs being met right now. Allow your-
self to receive back for all the good you
have given to others. The safety, peace
and joy of this, fills you with a youthful
inner glow and gives a sense that all is
well. This plan raises your spirits and
keeps you going no matter what else is
happening in the world.

Aquarius-Jan. 20-Feb. 18
Mars in Aquarius gives you the courage
to stand up for what you truly believe.
Your sense of justice is legion. No mat-
ter what is going on around you, you
always know how to do the right thing.
Continue to expect the unexpected.
Create new causes. Push forward. It's
springtime. Plant new seeds and expect
positive results. Your dynamic leader-

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more water then its sister Ifyou want to use these regularly, they will remain
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majority of blooms occur- ing characteristics and can
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Barbara Kauffman, president and CEO for the Council on Aging of Martin County adjusts
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Geriatric care managers


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For Hometown News
Barbara Kauffman, Presi-
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strongest supporter of Geri-
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Her mom, who had lived
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Kauffman decided to bring
her mother to live with her
in Stuart. "It was a huge
move for both of us," she
said.
While Ms. Kauffman was
engaging in her own battle
against two bouts of cancer,
it became clear that she was
unable to provide and care
for her mom properly all the
time. "I linked with one of
our Geriatric Care Managers
and she really worked
directly with Mom," said Ms.
Kauffman, whose mom
began attending the Council
on Aging of Martin County's
Adult Day Care Program.
A Geriatric Care Manager
is an advocate who works
one-to-one with seniors and
their families to prepare an
individualized care plan and
cover all aspects of service
that a senior might need to
meet their daily needs and
remain as independent as
possible.
According to Geriatric
Care Manager Lynda Abra-
hamson, MS, CMC, services
include everything from
providing "assistance with
shopping to monitoring of
medications and home
health care. We help the
invisible elderly," she said,
noting that oftentimes, sen-
iors begin to isolate them-
selves and feel they have
become invisible to the
community.
"Mom started coming one
day a week to the Adult Day
dare Program, which she
referred to as 'the club' and
before I knew it, she was up
tO two days," said Ms. Kauff-
rOian. "Then, suddenly she
ywas calling the Community
Coach people on her own
and making her reservations
t6 be picked up because she
didn't want wantto have to ride
into work with me."


Kauffman said the Geri-
atric Care Manager worked
with her and helped man-
age her mother's nutritional
needs. The: Adult Day Care
program allowed her mom
to cultivate some strong
friendships. When her
mother began experiencing
mini-strokes called TIAs and
began to fail mentally, Ms.
Kauffman again turned to
the Council's Geriatric Care
Managers for assistance and
guidance. "It was such an
intimidating process and
the paperwork was so
daunting and confusing -
even for me who is in the
business. It was an incredi-
ble amount of stress," said
Ms. Kauffman. "When my
*mom passed, the staff here
even helped me through the
grieving process."
As managers of the Private
Pay Care Management com-
ponent of the Council on
Aging of Martin County,
Mrs. Abrahamson and Dr.
Donald Berch, Ed D, LMHC,
CCMHC and a licensed psy-
chotherapist, act as a surro-
gate family for seniors
whose families are unable to
be on hand to keep an eye
on their loved ones.
In their approach to pro-
viding exceptional geriatric
care and fulfilling the Coun-
cil's mission to "bring con-.
veniences and services to
the home and community
to promote individual well-
being and improved choices
for successful aging," Mrs.
Abrahamson and Dr. Berth,
both certified Geriatric Care
Managers, are on-call 24/7 if
the need arises for one of
their clients.
A Geriatric Care Manager
works with family to come
up with the care plan, then
follows up and implements
every aspect of the plan and
maintains a. relationship
with the senior and family to
ensure that quality consis-
tent care is provided, and to
monitor changes that may
need to be made to accom-
modate additional health or
aging issues.
Often, a Geriatric Care
Manager is suggested by an
individual or family attor-
ney, accountant or financial
planner, doctor, hospital
social worker or caring med-
ical professional.
According to Dr. Berch,
utilizing a Geriatric Care
Manager helps give the fam-
ily, who can live locally and


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simply need an objective
third party involved in help-
ing address the issues, or
who may live elsewhere in
the country, peace of mind
and comfort knowing that
their loved ones' needs are
being met. Whether the
needs are as small as coordi-
nating transportation to
medical appointments and
shopping through the Com-
munity Coach, setting the
senior up with Meals on
Wheels deliveries, or as
complex as arranging med-
ical management through a
registered nurse, assisting
with bills and insurance pro-
cessing, or providing respite
for a stressed family caregiv-
er, a Geriatric Care Manager
can make life a lot more
comfortable for everyone
involved.
For example, a daughter in
California might contact the
Council on Aging of Martin
County's Private Pay Care
Management program to
arrange for a Geriatric Case
Manager or advocate to
attend medical appoint-
ments with her aging father.
Local caregivers are also
assisted through the process
with monthly support group
meetings which are free and
open to the public, and
address the very issues an
adult child or caregiver may
be facing with their geriatric
parent.
According to Mrs. Abra-
hamson, who has an exten-
sive background and experi-
ence. working with this
population and who is gen-,
uinely committed to and
concerned for the clients
whom she serves, "Since
Medicare does not pay for
Geriatric Care Management,
there are several payment
options. Financial assis-
tance for assessment and
fees is available for qualify-
ing seniors through funds
donated to the Council on
Aging by caring members of
the community. Some sen-
iors are asked to make a
donation toward the costs
and some seniors make a.
co-payment with govern-
ment funding paying the
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From page BI
there is pretty subjective,
but I'll go through what I
like to see on a well-
organized desktop.
If you disagree and thing
something should be
added or removed that's
great. There are no rules in
stone and the important
thing to remember is it's
your computer, you can set
it up the way that you want
it.
. Earlier versions of
Windows (95,98, ME and
2000) all have some
standard icons that can't
be removed from the
desktop, but Windows XP
lets you eliminate every-
thing but the recycle bin.
For the purpose of this
column, we will focus on
Windows XP machines
because that's what most
machines come loaded
with. (Don't even ask me
about the newWindows
Vista. I don't know yet.)
I like to see the following
icons on the desktop: my
computer, my documents,
Internet Explorer and the
recycle bin.
Having those icons on
the desktop enables you
to access important areas
of your machine without
having to click start and
look for where you are
trying to get within the
start menu.
For instance, being able
to access the my docu-
ments folder right from


the desktop can be a real
time saver without the
frustration of trying to find
it in a roundabout way.
So, we've narrowed
things down pretty much
to just four icons.
Now, what do we do with
the rest of them?
Most people's first
reaction is to delete them.
If you are familiar with
me, and how I use com-
puters, then you may
know how I feel about the
delete button. If I were
king, I'd have the delete
key stricken from the
keyboard,
Mote people get into
trouble with their
machines from the
compulsive urge to delete
things whenever they want
to clean house.
'In the "old days" when
hard drives were puny,
space was a big issue and it


was important to keep as
few superfluous files as
possible. But with today's
high capacity systems, it is
usually better to simply
move unused files out of
sight to a place where they
can be recovered in the
event you do decide that
you need that short cut.
What I recommend is to
create a folder on the
desktop and call it some-
thing like "desktop clutter."
(The aforementioned
desktop cleanup wizard
creates a folder called
unused desktop shortcuts;
essentially the same thing).
Once you have your
folder created, it's a simple
matter to just drag and
drop all of the icons you
want off the desktop into
the new folder. You can
even drag and drop
multiple icons in one shot,
making the whole cleanup


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First Baptist brings
Easter to the beach

The First Baptist Church of
Hobe Sound is offering an
Easter sunrise service on Sun-
day, April 8, at 6:45 a.m. on
the beach at Hobe Sound
Beach Pavilion on the east end
of Bridge Road.
For more information, call
the Rev. Charles Phillips at
(772) 546-5000.

Women's spring fashion
show is set

The Episcopal Church
Women of the Church of the
Advent in Palm City will hold
its spring fashion show, and
luncheon on Friday, March 30,
at 11:30 a.m.
The show features boutiques
from the Stuart area and
Smarter Image as coordinator.
Tickets for the show are $35,
which includes a raffle.


The fashion show and lunch-
eon will be at Monarch Coun-
try Club, 1801 S.W Monarch
Club Drive, in Palm City.
Tickets may be purchased by
calling the church at (772)
283-6221.

Faith Covenant Church
announces Easter play

Faith Covenant Church will
present a production cele-
brating Jesus' resurrection in
Hobe Sound next weekend.
The church invites the pub-
lic to "CSI: Jerusalem" on Sat-
urday, April 7, at 7 p.m. and
Sunday, April 8, at 10 a.m.
Admission is free; a love
offering Will be collected. *
Faith Covenant Church is
located at 10605 S.E. Federal
Highway in Hobe Sound, just
south of the library.
For more information, call
Michelle Wilkes at the church
at (772) 546-4845.


Unity church offers
ongoing classes

Unity Church of Martin
County, 211 S.E. Central Park-
way, Stuart, is offering a vari-
ety of classes during the
month of April.
Meta Cafe is on Mondays
from noon to 1:30 p.m. and
includes discussion on topics
chosen by the group. It
explores real life concerns and
how to apply metaphysics in
life. Guests should bring a
brown-bag lunch. Call Pamela
Hough at (772) 285-5415 for
more information.
Also on Mondays is "A
Course in Miracles" from 7:30
p.m. to 8:45 p.m. This course
explores the connection with
God and includes meditation
with Elizabeth Froehling. Call
(772) 692-7281.
Led by the Rev. Katherine
Geddes, a meditation class is
on Tuesday from 7 to 8:30
p.m. This class reviews medi-


station procedures and
answers frequently asked
questions concerning medita-
tion and the spiritual path.
Call (772) 286-3878.
The Blue Star Group meets
from 7-9 p.m. every other
Wednesday. The meeting
includes lessons from Guruji
and meditation. Call Maria
Sperando at (772) 485-4772.
Yoga is on Thursdays from
6:30-7:30 p.m. Bring a mat.
Hope Eliot-Rice leads this
class. Call (772) 286-5208 for
more information.
A love offering will be col-
lected at all classes.

Holy week services
at Episcopal church

The Episcopal Church of the
Advent, 4885 S.W. Honey Ter-
race, in Palm City, has set its
Holy Week schedule.
On Palm Sunday, April 1,
services are at 8 and 10 a.m.
On Wednesday, April 4,


morning prayer and Eucharist
are at 9:30 a.m. followed by
Stations of the Cross at 10
a.m.
On Maundy Thursday, April
5, a service is at 9:30 a.m.
On Good Friday, April 6, a
soup lunch will be held at
noon followed by meditations
at 1 and 2 p.m. and a service
at 3 p.m.
On Easter Sunday, April 8,
services are at 8 and 10 a.m.
For more information, call
the church at (772) 283-6223.

Evening of worship set
for Good Friday

Open Heavens Centers will
hold a night of worship on
Good Friday, April 6, at 7 p.m.
The Rev. Lynne Barletta will
join the Open Heavens
Regional Worship Team and
the Prophetic Ministry Team
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Reconciliation Service
Nlonday. Apni 2. 2007 at 6:30pm

Confessions during Holy Week %will take place after all
morning Masses on Monday. Tuesday and Wednesday

Palm Sunday Masses
7:30am. 9:00 am & 10:30am

Holy Thursday
6:30pm Mass of the Lord's Supper
The Holy Euchanst will be transferred from the
Eucharistic Adoration Chapel of their Two Hearts
into the main church at 6:00pm Holy Thursday night.
Adoration will then take place following the 6:30pm Mass
of the Lord's Supper until 10:00pm.

The Eucharisnc Adoranon Chapel of the Two Hearts
\\ill be closed all day Good Friday.

Good Friday
7:30am Communion Service & Stations of the Cross
12:00 Noon Communion Service & Stations of the Cross
3:00pm Communion Service & Stations of the Cross
6:30pm Communion Service & Stations of the Cross

The Divine Mercy Nnovena will begin on Good Friday'.
Holy Saturday
7-30pm Solemn Easter Vigil Mass
There is No 4pm Vigil Mass

Easter Sunday Masses
7:30am. 9:00am & 10:30am

Divine Mercy Sunday. April 15
12:30pm Confessions
1' :00pm Readings from Sr. Faustna's Diary
3:00pm Chaplet of Divine Mercy
3:30pm Mass of Divine Mercy


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School Notes


Crystal Lake
Elementary

There is no school on Fri-
day, March 30. It is a par-
ent conference day.
The following will repre-
sent Crystal Lake Elemen-
tary at the annual ESE
Spelling Bee on April 20:
Monica Flores (fifth grade),
Marissa Vaught (fourth
grade), Jessie Cauthren
(fourth grade), and Joe
Duffy (third grade). Judges
were Ms. Slavin, Ms. Laws,
and Mrs. Yancey. Ms.
Hoenig and Mrs. Maleski
worked with the students
in the classroom.

Felix A. Williams
Elementary
New additions to the AR
50 Point Club are MacKen-
zie Kvapil, Dante Cutler,
Chris Davies, Alexis Gras-
sam, Stephanie Robinson,
Kalen Rossario and Kelsie


Jones. Charlie Anderson
(1), Zachary Boogaart (1),
Chauvin Dane (1), Shea
Dailey (1), Jaedon Johnson
(1), Bianca Schindler (1),
Haley Skinner (1), Brad
Blankman (1), Andrew
Price (1), Sierra Primus (1)
and Mercedes Reynolds
(3).

Spring Break

Spring break for Martin
County begins Monday,
April 2. Classes resume on
Monday, April 9.

Pinewood
Elementary
Report Cards were sent
home on Friday, March 23.
There is no school on Fri-
day, March 30.
Yearbooks will be sold for
$19 in the office on a first-
come, first-served basis.
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Aging
From page B5


balance. Still other seniors
pay a fee covering the
entire cost of the service.
The payment option is
determine through the
interview and intake
process, which js a simple
and comfortable assess-
ment where we both get to
know one another a little
better and figure out what
needs to be done."
For Abrahamson and
Berch, the most important
tools are their sense of
humor and their warm
personalities. Within
moments of meeting the
pair, family members and
caregivers feel more
peaceful and at ease than
they have in a long time,


and there is a genuine
sense while watching the
process happen, that a
calm is coming into what
has been a stormy and tur-
bulent time, and it's hard
for even the objective
observer not to feel that,
for the family, involved,
finally everything is going
to be all right.
To learn more about the
Private Pay Care Manage-
ment program or any other
service provided by the
Council onAgingofMartin
County, contact the Coun-
cil at (772) 223-7800, visit
the its Web site,
www.coamc.org, or visit
the Council at at 1071 E.
10th St. in Stuart.


Religion
From page B6
Leighton Community
Center in Palm City.
The public is welcome
to attend.
Leighton Community
Center is located at the
southwest end of the
Palm City Bridge on the
corner of Cornell Avenue
and Martin Downs
Boulevard in Palm City.
For directions or more
information, call (772)
283-5509.

Eggs to drop
from sky

Treasure Coast Com-
munity Church will
present an Easter Egg
Eggstravaganza on Sun-
day, April 8, at Pineapple
Park in Jensen Beach.
The event features a
helicopter egg drop and
opportunities to win a
Nintendo Wii, bicycles,
candy and other prizes.
To win the Wii, attend
church on Easter morn-
ing and register.
Kids small groups and
worship service is at 9:50
ai.m. at Jensen Beach
High School, 2875 N.W.
Goldenrod Road, and an
adult worship service is
at 10 a.m. at the church.
Registration begins at
Pineapple Park at 11:30
a.m., the helicopter will
drop the eggs at 12:15
p.m., and the drawing
for prizes is at 12:30 p.m.
Treasure Cbast Com-
munity Church is at 4550
N.E. Palmetto Drive in
Jensen Beach.
Pineapple Park is at
960 N.W. Jensen Beach
Blvd.
For more information,
call Gary Blodgett, chil-
dren's pastor, at (772)


708-3409 or via e-mail at
garyb@tc3.org.

Catholic church
features Holy Week
performances

St. Martin de Porres
Catholic Church in
Jensen Beach is hosting
spiritual presentations of
music and drama
through the Holy Week.
Tatiana, an internation-
ally known singer, pres-
ents "I Thirst The Cru-
cifixion Story" on
Saturday, March 31, at 7'
p.m.
Tatiana performed in
her native Croatia before
coming to the United
States at 21.
Actor Doug Barry pres-
ents his "Passion of
Christ" on Good Friday,
April 6, following the 7
p.m. Stations of the
Cross.
Mr. Barry's one-man
stage production, with
musical accompaniment
by Eric Genuis,' is a semi-
improvised dramatic
meditation from the
viewpoint of Saint John.
His production has
aired on EWTN.
Vinny Flynn will per-
form on Divine Mercy
Sunday, April 15, during
Eucharistic Adoration
from 1-4 p.m.
Mr. Flynn, with his fam-
ily, is in various min-
istries of song, teaching,
counseling, and prayer.
His presentations incor-
porate Catholic teach-
ings from Pope John Paul
II, the Catechism of the
Catholic Church, the
Scriptures, and the
saints.
The Flynns and mem-
bers of their non-profit
apostolate, MercySong,
have a particular devo-
tion to The Divine Mercy.


The public is welcome
to these programs, which
will be held at St. Martin
de Porres Catholic
Church, 2555 N.E. Savan-
na Road, in Jensen
Beach.
A goodwill offering will
be collected.
For more information
about the performers,
visit their Web sites,
www.johnmichaeltal-
bot.com, www.cameron-
productions. org,
www.radixguys.com and
www. mercysong. com.
For additional informa-
tion, contact Lorie
Shekailo, business man-
ager for St. Martin de
Porres Catholic Church,
at (772) 334-4214 or (772)
485-8194.

Lutheran church
presents services,
picnic

Redeemer Lutheran
Church is offering Easter
services, including a
Palm Sunday picnic,
throughout Holy Week.
On Palm Sunday, April
1, worship service begins
at 8:30 a.m., followed by
a continental breakfast at
Indian RiverSide Park in


Jensen Beach.
Vendors will provide
lunch, beverages and
snacks, or guests may
bring a picnic lunch.
The all-day event fea-
tures an Easter egg hunt
for children younger
than 9, face painting,
games, the band
Redeemed, horseshoes
and other activities.
Indian RiverSide Park is
at 1707 N.E. Indian River
Drive and offers a fishing
pier and boat dock to
explore.
Guests should bring a
chair or blanket.
'A regular Palm Sunday
service will be held at the
church at 11 a.m.

On Maundy Thursday,
April 5, and Good Friday,
April 6, services are at
noon and 7 p.m.
On Easter Sunday, April
8, services are at 6:30
a.m., 8:30 a.m. and 11
a.m. Breakfast will be
available from 7:30 a.m.
to 10:30 a.m. courtesy of
Redeemer's youth
groups. A love offering
will be collected for all of
these services.
For more information,
call (772) 286-0911.
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-A Growing Church

with A Heart For Jesus

9:00 am New Praise Contemporary Worship
Music, Fun, Fellowship and Refreshments
10:00 am Sunday School
10:30am Traditional Worship Service ',

Aldersgate
United Methodist
772-288-4502 5200 SW MaChurtin Hw Palm City

772-288-4502 5200 SW Martin Hwy, Palm City


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join Us On
Palm Sunday
10:45 am Worship Service
6:00 pm Hobe Sound College Bible Student
Easter Sunday Evenls:
7-00 am Sunrise Service featuring new Cround Qospel Quartet
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Then it's on to Nurem-
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tion Camp.
Other highlights are the
town of Saverne and
Lorraine's American
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American World War II
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From there travelers
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where Gen. George S.
Patton is buried. While
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World War I battlefields
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At Clairiere de
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From page B3
ship continually goes out to
others like a light and gives
hope to those in need. Now
you are at your best.

Pisces-Feb. 19-March 20
Mighty forces are at work right
now. Mercury in Pisces speeds
up your decision-making
powers and gives clarity to
your thoughts. Uranus in
Pisces continues to hone your
spirit and the visions that flow


up from the soul. Now is the
time to rejuvenate yourself.
New energy, enthusiasm and
hope are abundant. Regroup
often and stay focused on the
edge of your own possibilities
and passions. A psyched up
and happy Pisces is a mighty
force to be reckoned with in
this old world.

Star visions,

Continue to take care of your
own life and dreams. If this
column has helped you,
please tell your family and
friends. It is on the web. Type
in myhometownnews.net. Hit


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I also do personalized astrolo-
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They make great gifts. It's
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The annual Spring Fling Psy-
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to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 31,
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top. Bake in a 375-degree E
oven for about 1 hour or
until eggs are set.
Serve warm.

PIE CRUST
If you choose, you can use
my piecrust recipe or store-
bought pastry sheets
instead.
1 cup flour, sifted
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup solid vegetable
shortening, such as Crisco
Ice water
Sift together flour and salt,
cut in shortening. Add water
1 tablespoon at a time until
dough sticks to your fingers.
Roll out on pastry board
and fit into baking dish.

PIZZA RUSTICA
Recipe 2 (NIB)
1 stick pepperoni
1/2 pound ham
1/2 pound Italian sausage
4 eggs
1 cup ricotta
1/4 cup grated Romano
cheese
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 ounces mozzarella, cubed
8 hardboiled eggs, cut up
Cut pepperoni and ham.
in small pieces or slices, set
aside. Remove sausage from
casing and brown lightly,
drain; set aside.
Beat eggs with ricotta,
Romano cheese and pepper.
Add meats, mozzarella and
hardboiled eggs. Refer to
recipe No. 1 to finish pie.

PIZZA GRANNA.
(Easter Wheat Pie)
NIB
This pie, which is made
from whole wheat, is
deliciously different.
Aunt Molly, my mom's
sister, carried on the
tradition handed down for
generations and now thanks
to her daughter, Irene, I can
share this recipe with you.


Cooked grain is usually
available for purchase at
Italian bakeries. It is now
also available in cans.
Aunt Molly got the recipe
for the sweet crust made
with brown sugar from a
friendly Italian baker.

PASTA FROLLA
(Flaky Sweet Pastry)
Makes enough for2 deep-
dish, 9-inch pies
1 cup dark brown sugar,
packed
4 cups all purpose flour
1 cup solid vegetable
shortening, such as Crisco
2 large eggs
2/3 cup cold water
In a large bowl, mix sugar
and flour. Cut in Crisco
using a pastry blender or an
electric mixer set on low
speed until shortening is the
size of small peas
. In a measuring cup break
eggs into the 2/3 cup water
and beat with a fork to
blend, then, using the same
fork, mix water mixture into
dry ingredients until
moistened.
Chill dough for at least 1/2
hour.
Roll out to fit a deep-dish,
9-inch pie pan, leaving a
1/2-inch overhang. After
filling is added, use 3/3-
inch- wide strips of dough to
create a criss-cross pattern
over top'pie, and fold
overhang over; flute edge.

FILLING
Enough for 2 pies*
6 large eggs
2 cups sugar (1 pound)
2 pounds ricotta .
1 each, lemon rind and
orange rind, grated
1/2 teaspoon ground
cinnamon
1 ounces (2 tablespoons)
orange flower water or rose
water (available at Italian
bakeries) or 1/2 teaspoon
orange extract
1/2 teaspoon ground
cinnamon
1 pound cooked grain
1/4 cup each, minced
candied orange peel and
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Beat eggs; add sugar,
ricotta, rinds, orange or rose
water and cinnamon.
Mix in grain and candied
fruits. Pour into pie shells
and bake in a pre-heated
350-degree F. oven for 1 to 1-
3/4 hours or until golden
brown. The pie is done
when a knife inserted in the
center comes out clean.
Serve cold, dusted with
powdered sugar.

RICOTTA PIE
(Torta di Ricotta)
Pastry.
1 cup flour
1/2 cup sugar
Pinch salt
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon
rind
1 stick butter, room temper-
ature
1 egg yolk, beaten
Water, as needed
Sift together flour, sugar
and salt in a bowl. Add
lemon rind. With a pastry
blender, work butter into
flour until it resembles
coarse crumbs. Blend in egg
yolk and add water by
droplets until pastry can be
worked into a ball.
Cover with plastic and
refrigerate for one hour.
Roll out pastry and fit into
a 9-inch pie pan. Flute
edges.
Filling:
1 (15-ounce) container
ricotta cheese
1 cup sugar, divided
I egg
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon
rind
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons golden raisins
2 tablespoons pine nuts
Diced orange and citron
peel (optional)
Confectioner's sugar
Preheat oven to 352
degrees E Beat ricotta with
half of the sugar and the
whole egg until smooth. Add
lemon rind. Add remaining
sugar and egg yolks, beating
until well blended. Add the
raisins, nuts and candied
fruit. Pour into prepared pie,
shell and bake for approxi-
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foil. Serve cold, dusted with
confectioner's sugar.
ArleneM. Borg, the
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Tired of the way your
Windows desktop
looks? Well, why
don't you change it?
Many people are
surprised to find out that
they don't have to live
with the desktop layout
that comes on their new
computer. Windows
makes it easy for you to
set things up just the way
you like them.
That's a good thing to
know, especially if your
g, machine came loaded
with a bunch of icons all
over the place.
E Icons for trial software,
Internet service pitches,
and a whole bunch of
extra icons all over the
place are mostly just
duplicates of what can be
found in the start menu.
I've seen Windows
desktops just swamped
with icons cluttering up
the works on brand
spanking new machines
no less. It's no wonder
people have trouble
making heads or tails out
p of things when they get a
new machine.
Fortunately, you can do
something about it.
Windows (Macs too)
allows you to set your
desktop anyway you like
(in fact, it even has a
I desktop cleanup "wiz-
ard" that you can set to
pop up once a month or
so remove unused
desktop short cuts).
I prefer to ignore the
wizard and keep on top
of things myself). Gain-
ing control of a cluttered
desktop only takes a few
minutes. Once you have
things under control, it's


asy steps to ocean up clutter


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check.
First let's start with
what should be on the
desktop.
Now, what should be
there is pretty subjective,
but I'll go through what I
like to see on a well-
organized desktop.
If you disagree and
thing something should
be added or removed
that's great. There are no
rules in stone and the
important thing to
remember is it's your
computer, you can set it
up the way that you want
it.
Earlier versions of
Windows (95, 98, ME and
2000) all have some
standard icons that can't
be removed from the
desktop, but Windows XP
lets you eliminate every-
thing but the recycle bin.
For the purpose of this
column, we will focus on
Windows XP machines
because that's what most
machines come loaded
with. (Don't even ask me
about the new Windows
Vista. I don't know yet.)
I like to see the follow-
ing icons on the desktop:
my computer, my docu-
ments, Internet Explorer
and the recycle bin.
Having those icons on
the desktop enables you
to access important areas
of your machine without
having to click start and
look for where you are
trying to get within the
start menu.
For instance, being
able to access the my
documents folder right
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a real time saver without
the frustration of trying
to find it in a roundabout
way.
So, we've narrowed
things down pretty much
to just four icons.
Now, what do we do
with the rest of them?
Most people's first
reaction is to delete
them.
If you are familiar with
me, and how I use ..
computers, then you may
know how I feel about
the delete button. If I
were king, I'd have the
delete key stricken from
the keyboard,.
More people get into
trouble with their
machines from the
compulsive urge to
delete things whenever
they want to clean house.
In the "old days" when
hard drives were puny,
space was a big issue and
it was important to keep'
as few superfluous files
as possible. But with
today's high capacity
systems, it is usually
better to simply move
unused files out of sight
to a place where they can
be recovered in the event
you do decide that you
need that short cut.
What I recommend is
to create a folder on the
desktop and call it
something like "desktop
clutter." (The aforemen-
tioned desktop cleanup
wizard creates a folder
called unused desktop
shortcuts; essentially the
same thing).
Once you have your
folder created, it's a
simple matter to just
drag and drop all of the
icons you want off the
desktop into the new
folder. You can even drag
and drop multiple icons
in one shot, making the
whole cleanup process
easier.
Here's how we do it in-
just a few easy steps.
First "right click" (click
once with the right hand
mouse button) any


where on the desktop
that is not an icon.
From the little menu
that pops up, left click on
"new folder."
When the new folder
appears, type the words
"desktop clutter" in the
new folder's name field
and then left click any-
where on the desktop.
Next, select the icons
you want to move to the
new folder. You can easily
select more than one
icon by holding the "ctrl"
key as you click and
select icons.
As you select icons,
they will typically turn
blue to indicate they
have been selected. Once
you have highlighted all
the ones you want to
move, right click any of
the selected icons, but
don't let go of the clicker.
Hold onto it and drag the
icon over on top of the
new desktop clutter
folder.
You'll notice that all the
icons you selected will
move around to relative
to the icon your pointer
is on. Once your pointer
is over the new folder let
go of the clicker and
another little menu
should pop up. Click
"move here" the icons
should begin moving to
the new folder.
Once your desktop is
cleared, you can do the
same thing to the desk-
top clutter folder, moving
it to your my documents
folder.
With all of your desk-
top icons moved to the
my documents folder,
you should have no
problem finding any-
thing you may decide
you want back on the
desktop.
That's something you
can't do if the icon was
deleted and the recycle
bin emptied.
Now that the desktop is
cleaned, uou can cus-
tomize it even more by
right clicking anywhere
on the desktop that is not
an icon and then clicking
"properties."
This is where you can
do things such as set a
picture for your desktop
background, change your
screen saver, font style,
resolution and more.
But I'm afraid those
instructions will have to
wait for another column.
Sean McCarthy fixes
computer problems. For
help, e-mail sean@tci-
plaza.com.


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BY SHELLEY KOPPEL
Entertainment writer
He's one of only a handful of perform-
ers to have won a Tony award and an
Oscar for portraying the same character
on Broadway and on film.
When Joel Grey comes to the Lyric
Theatre on April 2 and 3, he brings the
songs and stories of a lifetime in the the-
ater.
In a telephone interview, Mr. Grey
spoke about how the role of the Master
of Ceremonies in the theatrical produc-
tion of "Cabaret" evolved.


"At first there was no role, just excel-
lent songs by John Kander and Fred
Ebb," he said. "There was no real char-
acter. It was more like a quick drawing
or a sketch. Hal Prince and I went about.
making it more specific. It took imagina-
tion and research. We knew that it was a
very unlikely subject for a musical, and
there was a lot of resistance. What can
you do about Nazi Germany? It wasn't
just about Nazi Germany, though; it was
about what was happening (in the
1960s) in the United States. It was rele-


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Photo courtesy of David Coons
Neil Simon's 'The Prisoner of Second Avenue' runs at the Barn Theatre through April 14.
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Barn Theatre takes no

prisoners in Simon play


BY SHELLEY KOPPEL
Entertainment writer


"The Prisoner of Second Avenue," by
Neil Simon, is the comedic tale of a mid-
dle-aged Manhattan couple, Mel and
Edna Edison, who deals with everything
from job loss to a heat wave to a garbage
strike to a nervous breakdown.
Audiences who attend this production
at the Barn Theatre will have the opportu-
nity to see how Simon takes the simple
trials of life and mines them for humor.
"This. is an early Simon work," said
David Coons, who is directing the play.
"It's very funny and probably not as dark
as some of his later stuff. It's human
nature, and there is a darker side to us,


but it's one of his lighter comedies."
The play has a small cast, because it's
really about Mel and Edna Edison, who
are on stage through most of the perform-
ance.
Mr. Coons is very pleased with his cast,
which features Jim Slattery as Mel and
Arlette Eulo as Edna. Tony Richards,
HilmaWhipple, Chris Marcazzolo and Jan
Buzzeo round out the players.
"It's a great cast," he said. "I am delight-
ed with the people that I have. For this
play it's not about quantity but quality.
The people are really outstanding in their
roles. I also want to mention the assistant
director -and stage manager, Jose Torres,
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Joel Grey brings his one-
man show to the Lyric
Theatre on April 2 and 3,
where he will bring the
songs and stories of a
lifetime in the theater.














Photo courtesy of Lyric
Theatre


Grey
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vant. When you're an
actor, you go about telling
the story the best you can,
and the rest is up to God
and the audience."
Mr. Grey won the Tony in


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1962 for his performance
and was cast in the same
role in the film version of
"Cabaret," for which he
won an Oscar in 1972.
Although there were many
differences between the
two, he loved each of them
in different ways.
"I think they were both
done by first-rate directo-
rial artists who both made
history," he said. "For Hal
Prince, no one had seen
anything like it on the
stage before. For its time, it
was shocking.
"The film was made by a
consummate musical
master, Bob Fosse, who
had a great affinity and tal-
ent for film-making," Mr.
Grey said. "No one has
repeated a musical with
the depth and originality.
He changed the form and
it's been imitated."
Mr. Grey said that while
the character in both the
play and the movie was
evil, in the film, the char-
acter was more immediate
and specific, while the the-
atrical role was painted
with a broader stroke.
"The theatrical role is
more abstract, and you
can put more of your own
interpretation on it," he
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experience. In the film, the
character is perhaps a little
darker and a bit more
grown-up. There were
some limitations in the
theatre about homosexu-
ality (at that time) and
Nazism is dealt with more
graphically in the film.
Mr. Grey's theatrical
career includes the star-
ring role in "George M.," a
tribute to George M.
Cohan, and a recent stint
on Broadway as The Wiz-
ard in "Wicked."
The son of nightclub
entertainer Mickey Katz,
Mr. Grey grew up in show
busiTiess and has been
performing since he was
10. His show is semi-auto-
biographical, he said.
"There's stuff about 'my
father, songs of my heroes,
like Irving Berlin. It's a way
of sharing my life with the
audience. They're the co-
stars. I tell stories. We'll
talk."
It should be a fascinating
conversation.
Joel Grey appears at the
Lyric Theatre, 59 S.W. Fla-
gler Ave., Stuart, on April 2-
3 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $60
and $55; call the box office
at (772) 286-7827 or order
online at www.lyricthe-
atre.com


Barn
From page B11
who will probably put in
more time than anyone."
The Barn Theatre, 2400
E. Ocean Blvd., in Stuart,
presents "The Prisoner of
Second Avenue" through
April 14.
Performances 'are at 8
p.m. from Wednesday to
Saturday and 2 p.m. on
Sunday.
Tickets are $20; call the
box office at (772) 287-
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Photo courtesy of Ben Prestage
Treasure Coast Blues Alliance member Ben Prestage, a two-time award winner at the
International Blues Challenge in Memphis, has received invitations to perform at blues
festivals around the United States.


FRIDAY, MARCH 30
Legendary acoustic guitarist Leo Kottke
appears at the Lyric Theatre, 59 S.W. Flagler
Ave., Stuart, for one performance, at 7 p.m.
The Lyric favorite blends folk, jazz and
blues to create his unique sounds. Tickets
are $38 and $33; call the box office at (772)
286-7827 or order online at www.lyricthe-
atre.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 31
Grammy-winning trumpet virtuoso
Chuck Mangione brings his jazz repertoire


to Lyric Theatre, 59 S.W Flagler Ave., Stuart,
for two performances, at 6 and 9 p.m.
Tickets are $45 and $40; call the box
office at (772) 286-7827 or order online at
www. lyrictheatre.com.
The Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society
presents the Joey DeFrancesco Trio at the
Fort Pierce Magnet School of the Arts, 1100
Delaware Ave., Fort Pierce for an 8 p.m.
show. Tickets are $27 and are available at
The Manatee Zone in Fort Pierce and Ken
Reed Printing in Port St. Lucie. Call (772)
460-5299 for more information.
Drummer Lee Koenig is headlining
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Musician .performs blues to mama's cooking' ....

BY SHELLEY KOPPEL Alliance of the Treasure help send me. I had a lot of IiI a
Entertainment writer Coast as a solo performer, expenses, getting there f Cas Ro a R st Do ra t
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dent, the love of the delta
blues comes naturally after
growing up listening to his
father's recordings of
blues, bluegrass and coun-
try and western music.
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ting around," said Ben
Prestage, who recently
represented the Blues
Alliance of the Treasure
Coast at the International
Blues Challenge in Mem-
phis. "I started off playing
the trumpet and teaching
myself blues licks from old
records and tapes."
The blues came naturally.
to Mr. Prestage and his
father, as his grandfather
was a Mississippi share-
cropper. His family her-
itage is helping him to
make a name for himself
throughout the Southeast
and beyond.
The career of Mr.
Prestage began developing
when he went to Indian
River Community College
to major in music, but he
wasn't really interested in
it as an academic disci-
pline.
"I wanted to play tradi-
tional blues," he said. "I
started going out and look-
ing for places to play for
tips. When I decided to do
it full time, I left (Indian
River Community College)
and started playing and
giving guitar lessons."
In 2003, Mr. Prestage
made his first appearance
at the International Blues
Challenge in Memphis, the
most prestigious competi-
tion of its kind for up-and-
coming blues musicians.
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He finished in third place
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where," takes off Satur-
day, March 31.
The tour, offered by The
Arts Council, features the.
studio and homes of
artists Kim Rody, Ruth
Ann Hewson,' Christina
de la Vega, Dan Mackin,
Brenda Leigh, Julia Kelly,
Lisa P. Young, Len Dinter,
Peter Stromberg and
Marcia Moore.
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tour runs from 10 a.m. to
4 p.m., with a champagne
reception at 4 p.m. The
reception will include a
sneak peak of "Art! Out of
the Closet" Part Two, a
recycled art event.
Tickets are $25 for
members and $30 for
non-members.
Art raffle tickets are $5
with the proceeds bene-
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ming.
Tickets can be pur-
chased at the Court
House Cultural Center, 80
E. Ocean Blvd., in Stuart.
The "Art is Everywhere"
tour is sponsored in part
by Garcia Stromberg
Architects.
For more information,
visit www.martinarts.org
or call (772) 287-6676.

Art comes
'out of the closet'

The second annual
recycled art sale, ."Art!
Out of the Closet," will
provide artists an oppor-
tunity to give their
unwanted artwork a sec-
ond chance.
The Arts Council is tak-
ing donations and will
put the artwork up for
adoption, including sto-
ries about the donations
and the artist. Art
appraiser Andrea Maison
will provide research on
unknown artists.
Proceeds will go toward


a new art gallery floor
and exterior renovations
at the Court House Cul-
tural Center Gallery, 80 E.
Ocean Blvd., in historic
downtown Stuart.
The event kicks off with
a gala reception on
Thursday, April 5. The
gallery sales are on Fri-
day, April 6, and Satur-
day, April 7.
Donors will receive a
ticket to preview the art
donations on Saturday,
March 31.
Donations of original
art in good condition
may include all types of
subject matter in all
mediums including pas-
tels, oils, acrylics, draw-
ing, fiber, graphics, print-
making, photography,
sculpture, ceramics, art
glass and more. A few
selected items will be on
consignment.
To schedule a drop-off
or to discuss a donation
or assistance with a pick-
up, call the staff at the
Court House Cultural
Center Gallery at (772)
287-6676 or visit
www.martinarts.com for
a donation form.
Donations may be
delivered to the Council
from Monday to Friday,
from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Arts Council is
sponsored in part by the
Florida Department of
State, Division of Cultur-
al Affairs, the Florida Arts
Council, City of Stuart,
Martin County Board of
Commissioners, and pri-
vate contributors.

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STUART In the mood for crab cakes,
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James Drive in Stuart, opened the deli
doors in February. It is the first and only
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absolutely no seasoning. The soup was so
hearty it was a meal in itself. It was fantas-
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"Dollars for Collars," a
fundraiser for the Treasure
Coast Humane Society, at
the Martin County Fair-
grounds. There will be raffle


prizes, as well as a concert.
Gates open at 5 p.m.; tickets
are $25 and are available at
the Humane Society, 4100
S.W. Leighton Farm Ave.,


Palm City. Call (772) 223-
8822.

SUNDAY, APRIL 1
Bill Medley, who
brought "blue-eyed soul" to
the Righteous Brothers, per-
forms at the Lyric Theatre, 59


S.W. Flagler, Ave., Stuart, for
two shows, at 4 and 7 p.m.
Tickets are $48 and $44; call
the box office at (772) 286-
7827 or order online at
www. lyrictheatre.com.
Contemporary Christ-
ian music group Redeemed
will perform at a free Cele-
bration Sunday at Indian
Riverside Park in Jensen
Beach. Services begin at 10
a.m.; the concert is at 11:30
a.m., followed by entertain-
ment, games and food. Call
(772) 285-2571.

MONDAY, APRIL 2
The Treasure Coast Youth
Symphony will give a free
concert at the Blake Library,
2351 S.E. Monterey Road,
Stuart at 7 p.m. The orches-
tra is composed of talented
student musicians from
Martin, St, Lucie and Indian
River counties. Call (772)
221-1403 for more informa-
tion.

MONDAY, APRIL 2,
to TUESDAY, APRIL 3
Tony and Oscar Award-
winning performer Joel
Grey brings his life in music
and song to the Lyric The-
atre 59 S.W. Flagler Ave., Stu-
art, for two performances at
7 p.m. Tickets are $60 and
$50; call the box office at
(772) 286-7827 or order
online at
www.lyrictheatre.com.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4
Puppeteer Lee Bryan
brings some fractured fairy
tales to the Hoke Library,
1150 N.W JackWilliamsWay,


Jensen Beach, in a free pro-
gram for kids from pre-
kindergarten to third grade.
Call (772)463-2870
Comedy with a Twist of
Lemon is an old-time
vaudeville comedy revue
complete with juggling,
magic and a host of surpris-
es. Join Barnabus B. Lemon
at 7 p.m. at the Cummings
Library, 2551 S.W. Matheson
Ave., Palm City. Call (772)
288-2551.

THURSDAY, APRIL 5
The Hungarian State Folk
Ensemble brings its tradi-
tional dancing and folk
music to the Lyric Theatre,
59 S.W Flagler Ave., Stuart,
for two performances, at 6
and 9 p.m. Tickets are $45
and $40;-call the box office at
(772) 286-7827 or order
online at
www.lyrictheatre.com.

Bars and Clubs

FRIDAY, MARCH 30
Beef O'Brady's, 327 S.E.
Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St.
Lucie, (772) 871-7505 and
10457 U.S. 1, Port St. Lucie,
(772) 337-0373, present
rotating live entertainment,
Thursdays-Saturdays.
Bogey's & Stogey's, 1032
S.E. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port
St. Lucie, Michelle Lucey, 4-7
p.m.; Ben Prestage, 9 p.m. to
I a.m. (772) 337-7778.
Cobb's Landing, 200 N.
Indian River Drive, Fort
Pierce, Solid Gold, 6 -10 p.m.
(772) 460-9014.
Conchy Joe's Seafood,
3945 N.E. Indian River Drive,
Jensen Beach, Reggae by
Rainfall, Friday and Satur-


day, 8 p.m. to midnight.
Thursday and Sunday, 7-10
p.m. (772) 334-1130.
Crawdaddy's, 1949 N.E
Jensen Beach Blvd., Jensen
Beach, Frankie Fats Mon-
tana, 8 p.m.-midnight. (772)
225-3444.
Delmonico Grill, 2801
S.W. Brighton St. Port St
Lucie, Bob Wamos, 7 p.m.
(772) 621-8862.
Good Times, East Port
Plaza, Port St. Lucie, Tribal
Tongue, Friday and Satur-
day, 9:30 p.m.- 2 a.m. (772)
337-3546.
Groucho's Comedy
Club, Club Med Sandpiper
4500 S.E. Pine Valley St., Port
St. Lucie, Artie Fletcher &
Mike Weldon. Shows at 8
and 10 p.m; tickets are $12.
Reservations suggested.
(772) 419-0302.
Hemingway's/Stuart
Lanes, 1580 S. Federal High-
way, Stuart, Special per-
formance by Bruce
Bosshard, 6-8 p.m. (772)
220-2840.
Hutchinson Island
Marriott ResortTild Bar, 555
N.E. Ocean Blvd., Hutchin-
son Island, Bob Swinton,
5:30-9:30 p.m. (772) 225-
3700.
Pirate's Loft, 4307 S.E.
Bayview St, Stuart, Friday
and Saturday, The Jukebox
Band, 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
(772) 223-5048.
Sip's Night Club, 338
S.E. Port St Lucie Blvd., Port
St Lucie, OPM, 9 p.m. to 2
a.m. (772) 873-1111.
ThirstyTurtle, 2825 S.W.
Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St
Lucie, Friday and Saturday,
Call for performers, 8:15
p.m.-midnight (772) 344-
7774.

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SATURDAY,
MARCH 31
Bogey's & Stogeys, 1032
S.E. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port
St. Lucie, Call for perform-
ers, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. (772)
337-7778.
Caf6 Crbme, 1068 S.E.
Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St.
Lucie, Two of Hearts, 6-8:30
p.m. (772) 337-2111.
Cobb's Landing, 200 N.
Indian River Drive, Fort
Pierce, Coffee Beans, 6-10
p.m. (772) 460-9014.
Conchy Joe's Seafood,
3945 N.E. Indian River Drive,
Jensen Beach, Reggae by
Rainfall, 8 p.m. to midnight.
(772) 334-1130.
Crawdaddy's. 1949 N.E.
Jensen Beach Blvd., Jensen
Beach, Frankie Fats Mon-
tana, 8 p.m. to midnight.
(772) 225-3444.
Delmonico Grill, 2801
S.W. Brighton St., Port St.
Lucie, Bob Wamos, 7 p.m.,
(772) 621-8862.
Groucho's Comedy
Club, Club Med Sandpiper
4500 S.E. Pine Valley St., Port
St. Lucie, Artie Fletcher &
Mike Weldon. Shows at 8
and 10 p.m. Tickets are $12.
Reservations suggested.
(772) 419-0302.
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Marriott ResortTiki Bar, 555
N.E. Ocean Blvd., Hutchin-
son Island, Barely Broken, 2
-5 p.m. Bob Swinton, 6 -10
p.m. (772) 225-3700.
Kings Head Pub, 2838
S.W. Port St. Lucie Blvd, Hair
Peace, 6:30-10:30 p.m. (772)
340-1223.
Sip's Night Club, 338
S.E. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port
St. Lucie, Faces First, 9 p.m.-


2 a.m. (772) 873-1111.

SUNDAY, April 1
Cobb's Landing, 200 N.
Indian River Drive, Fort.
Pierce, Phantom, 3-7 p.m.
(772) 460-9014.
Conchy Joe's Seafood,
3945 N.E. Indian River Drive,
in Jensen Beach features
Reggae by Rainfall from 7-10
p.m. (772) 334-1130.
Crawdaddy's, 1949 N.E.
Jensen Beach Blvd., in
Jensen Beach features Gregg
Jackson & The Mojo Band
from 6 -10 p.m. (772) 225-
3444.
Pirate's Loft, 4307 S.E.
Bayview St. in Stuart fea-
tures Terry Cooper from 9
p.m. to 1 a.m. (772) 223-
5048.
Wahoo's on the Water-
front, 400 N.W. Alice Ave., in
Stuart features The Jukebox
Band from 4:30-8:30 p.m.
(772) 692-2333.

MONDAY, April 2
Hemingway's/Stuart
Lanes, 1580 S. Federal High-
way, in Stuart features Al
"White Lightning" Jones
from 6:15-9:15 p.m. Call
(772) 220-2840.

WEDNESDAY, April 3
+ Delmonico Grill 2801
S.W. Brighton St., Port St.
Lucie, Bob Wamos, 7 p.m.
(772) 621-8862. Same pro-
gram on Thursday.
Hutchinson Island
Marriott ResortTikiBar, 555
N.E. Ocean Blvd., Hutchin-
son Island, Bob Swinton,


5:30-9:30 p.m. (772) 225-
3700.
Sip's Night Club, 338
S.E. Port St. Lucie Blvd., in
Port St. Lucie features the
Spaz All Star Jam from 9 p.m.
to 2 a.m. (772) 873-1111.
ThirstyTurtle, 2825 S.W.
Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St.
Lucie, Hair Peace, 7:45 -
11p.m. (772) 344-7774.
Wahoo's on the Water-
front, 400 N.W. Alice Ave.,
Stuart, Pat & Gigi, 6 -9:30
p.m. (772) 692-2333.


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Thursday with Coffee


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Conchy Joe's Seafood,
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Drive, in Jensen Beach
features Reggae by Rain-
fall 7 -10 p.m. (772) 334-
1130.
Crawdaddy's. 1949
N.E. Jensen Beach Blvd.,
in Jensen Beach features
The Shakers from 7:30-11
p.m. (772) 225-3444.
Dolphin Bar &
Shrimp House, 140 N.E.
Indian River Drive, in
Jensen Beach features Pat
& Gigi from 6-10 p.m.
(772) 781-5236.
Sip's Night Club, 338
S.E. Port St. Lucie Blvd., in


Port St. Lucie features DJ
Lou from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
(772) 873-1111.
Thirsty Turtle, 2825
S.W. Port St. Lucie Blvd.,
Port St. Lucie, Davee
Bryan, 7:45-1lp.m.

Upcoming events

THURSDAY, APRIL 12
The Potsdam Dixieland
Band plays American
classics at 7 p.m. at the
Lyric Theatre, 59 S.W. Fla-
gler Ave., Stuart. $25; call
(772) 286-7827 or order at
www.lyrictheatre.com.


Deli
From page B15
For me, the crunchy
grouper sandwich and the
fresh crab cake caught my
eye. I had to order them
both.
The grouper was fried
with a tempura/cornflake
batter. Talk about crunchy.
The fish was fresh and
sweet. They serve it on any
bread you desire. She sug-
gested the Kaiser roll. I
ordered mine without, and
then slathered on the
homemade tartar sauce.
Yum.


When the crab cake
came out of the oven it was
browned to perfection. I
was surprised at the size. It
was a good 6-ounce of
fresh crab with no fillers. I
ate every single bite. It was
fresh, moist and delicious.
When I asked her how she
made them, she told me
that it was a secret recipe.
I would definitely keep
these in mind to order for
a private party. They were
amazing.
I also ordered a small
Greek salad. It was cold
and crisp. The dressing
was a creamy balsamic
and just the right touch.
To top off my meal, I was
served a homemade
chocolate brownie. Yum.
I really enjoyed my
lunch. All of it was tasteful-
ly seasoned and well pre-
pared.
This gourmet deli has
what it takes to please
many different appetites.
They also offer small,
medium or large party
platters for catering and
will deliver anywhere.
Customers can order by
phone, fax or at the deli. As
a service to their clients,
each morning the deli will
also fax over the daily spe-
cials and list the soup of
the day.
The hours are Monday
through Friday from 8 a.m.
to 4 p.m.
If you would like the
daily special faxed to you
or your business, or to
place an order, call (772)
463-0571.


Blues
From page B13
this year, and he is the only
person to win the
Lyons/Pitchford award
twice. The prize is given to
the best performer on a
primitive instrument.
Mr. Prestage plays the
diddley bow, which is
made from a cigar box,
broom handles, sewing
machine bobbins, and
both guitar and bass guitar
strings. The instrument
sounds like the two types
of guitars are being played
at the same time.
As for the future, Mr.
Prestage has received invi-
tations to perform at festi-
vals in Huntsville, Ala.,
and Kalamazoo, Mich., as
a result of his appearance
this year at the Interna-
tional Blues Challenge. He
has a small, independent
recording label, but there
is interest from other
labels.
'"A few of us with small
labels may pool our
resources," he said. "The
future looks good. I think
it's going to be a very good
year."
Mr. Prestage appears
locally at Exodus Coffee &
Culture, 1352 S.W.
Bayshore Blvd., in Port St.
Lucie from 8 p.m. to mid-
night. Call (772)-873-9090
Fore more information
about Mr. Prestage, visit
www.myspace.com/bpres
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Clubs & Classes


**AARP: The club meets on the
second Tuesday of each month,
September through May, at the
*HQbe Sound Civic Center, 8980
-Olympus St. For information, call
-(772) 546-2799.
* *AARP Senior Community Ser-
,vice Employment Program: Pro-
gram offers free training and assis-
tance in getting a job to qualifying
seniors who are 55 or older, on a
limited income, and live in Martin
or St. Lucie counties. For informa-
tion, call (772) 223-2653 or (772)
462-6149.
*ABC Book Discussion Group
at the Cummings Library: meets
in the Donahue Room of the
library in Palm City. For informa-
tion, call (772) 221-1403.
*After School Knitting Club:
The club for teens meets from 3:30


to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays at the
Elisabeth Lahti Library in
Indiantown. Both boys and girls
are welcome. For information, call
(772) 597-4200.
*Alzheimer Support Groups:
Alzheimer's Community Care in
Stuart meet at the following places:
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church,
2200 North U.S. 1 in Stuart on
Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m.; and at
the Towers Building, 1111 South
U.S. 1, Suite 222, in Stuart, every
Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. For
information, call (772) 223-6351.
*American Legion and Auxil-
iary, No. 62: Meetings for this Stuart
and Palm City group are held at
7:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of
each month at the VFW and Amer-
ican Legion Post, just west of the
police complex on N lonterey ROad


in Stuart. New members are wel-
come. Call (772) 288-2757.
*Animal Birth Control: This
nonprofit organization offers low-
cost spay/neuter surgeries. Cats
are $20, and dogs start at $35. For
information, call (772) 223-7030.
+Annie's Book Club: The club
meets in the Chason Conference
Room at the Elisabeth Lahti
Library in Indiantown. Call (772)
221-1403.
*Atkins Support Group: This
nonprofit support group meets at 6
p.m. Thursday at 1298 N. Federal
Highway, Stuart. For information,
call (772) 692-3200.
*Card Club at the Jensen Beach
Women's Association: Bridge and
card activities held from 11:30 a.m.
to 3 p.m. every Monday atWomen's
Association Hall, 3550 N.E. Sug-


arhill Ave., Jensen Beach. Call for
availability at tables. Entry fee $2.
For information, call (772) 225-
9966.
*Catholic Singles Bible Study:
This group meets every Sunday at
noon at St. Mary's Center for Bibli-
cal Theology, 1855 N.E. Jensen
Beach Blvd., in Jensen Beach. For
information, call (772) 229-9444.
*Chess Club of Martin County:
Two meetings per week, 7 to 9 p.m.
on Thursday and Saturdays at
Ocean Palms in Stuart. Annual
membership is $10. Applications
for membership are open to all
ages. For details, call (772) 223-
8042 or (772) 215-6202.
*Chronic Illness/Pain Syn-
drome Support Group: The group
meets the second and fourth Tues-
days of the month, 11 a.m. to 12:15


p.m. at the Counseling Center of
Stuart, 197 S.W. Monterey Road,
Stuart. For information, call (772)
283-7080.
*Coconut Republic Parrot Head
Club: Monthly social is the first
Wednesday of each month, from
5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Conchy Joe's
Seafood Restaurant and Bar, 3445
N.E. Indian River Drive, Jensen
Beach. For information, call (772)
473-6493.
*Commodores Singles Club
ballroom dancing: The Com-
modores Singles Club hosts ball-
room dancing with big band music
from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. every Sun-
day at the American Legion, 3195
N.E. Savanna Road, in Jensen
Beach. Dress code is required. For
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information, call Barbara at
(772) 223-1361.
*Council on Aging of
Martin County: The club
offers luncheons, classes
and card clubs during the


month. Meet at the Log
Cabin Senior Activity Center,
2369 N.E. Dixie Highway,
Langford Park, in Jensen
Beach. For more details, call
(772) 334-2926.
*Croquet Club: Located
at the foot of the Palm City
Bridge. Practice and games


will take place on the adja-
cent athletic field. For infor-
mation, call (772) 219-4955.
*The Daughters of the
British Empire: Any lady of
British ancestry, parents to
great grandparents, includ-
ing those from British Com-
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*Depression Bi-polar
Support Alliance: Weekly
meetings at 7 p.m. Sunday
at Redeemer Lutheran
Church, 2450 S.E. Ocean
Blvd., Stuart. For informa-
tion, call (772) 341-4992 or
(772) 349-4235.
+Elvis Treasure Coast Fan
Club: The club meets on the
last Sunday of each month at
3 p.m. This nonprofit club
supports the Meals on
Wheels program in Martin
and St. Lucie counties. For
details, call (772) 201-3227.
Florida Public Rela-
tions Association Treasure
Coast Chapter: meets sec-
ond Tuesday of the month at
11:30 a.m. at the IRCC/FAU
Schreiber Conference Cen-
ter in St.LucieWest. For more
information on FPRA, call
communications chair Ann
Corbin at (772) 466-1600,
ext. 3070.
+Florida Trail Associa-
tion: The Florida Trail Asso-
ciation meets the second
Monday of each month
from 7 to 9 p.m. For informna-
tion, call (772) 219-4955.
*French Rendez-Vous:
For those interested in
French language, culture
and cuisine. For informa-
tion, call (772) 285-1297 or
(772)221-2459.
*French classes: 1-3 p.m.
on Monday at Log Cabin
Senior Center, 2369 N.E.
Dixie Highway, Langford
Park, in Jensen Beach. $8 per
lesson; includes materials.
For information, call (772)
334-2926.
*The Friends' Book
Depot, a collaborative effort
of all six Friends Groups of
The Martin County Library
System is open from 9 a.m.
to 2 p.m. every Saturday and
Sunday in Building H, No.
15, at the B & A Flea Market,


2885 S. Federal Highway, in
Stuart. The Book Depot
offers rare, antiquarian
books, children' books, and
audio-visual material.
Donations are welcome at
the Book Depot,from 9:30
a.m. to noon on Mondays
and Wednesdays or Martin
County libraries. For infor-
mation, call Eric Buetens at
(772) 546-6633.
*Friendship Group: This
group for people over age 55
meets every Friday except
for holidays. Requested
donation each week is $1.
Meetings are held at 6:30
p.m. at First United
.Methodist Church, 1500 S.W.
Kanner Highway, in Stuart.
For information, call (772)
220-8647 or (772) 545-9793.
*Games for Martin
County seniors: 12:30 to 4
p.m. on Wednesdays at the
Flagler Recreation Center in
Stuart. No cost. For informa-
tion, call (772) 288-5335.
*General Motors Retire-
ment Club: For information
about the next meeting, call
(772) 878-6003.
+Halpatiokee Chapter of
the Daughters of the Ameri-
can Revolution: For infor-
mation, call (772) 288-4306.
+Historical Map Club: A
club for people interested in
historical maps. For infor-
mation, call (772) 219-9778.
*Hobe Sound Fine Arts
League: For information,
call (772) 546-2946.
*Hobe Sound/Port Saler-
no Rotary Club: This serv-
ice-focused organization is
dedicated to serving the
local community and sup-
ports a number of local
charities, works on hands-
on projects, and supports
national and international
projects. For information,
call (772) 221-9193.
*Hobe Sound Public
Library Book Club: For
information, call (772) 221-


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*Kentucky Society of the
Treasure Coast: For infor-
mation, call (772) 692-3715.
*LI.FT. Social Group for
widows and widowers,
which includes monthly
luncheons with guest speak-
ers, informal breakfast gath-
erings, day trips and extend-
ed travel. The second
Thursday gathering is a
casual breakfast at 10 a.m. at
Harry and the Natives
restaurant in Hobe Sound.
Cost is $11 per person. Call
two days in advance to
reserve. Call (772) 334-1200
or (561) 746-5124.
*Mariner's Barbershop
Chorus of Martin and St.
Lucie County: Weekly Tues-.
day meetings are from 7 to
9:30 p.m. at the Rio Civic
Center, 1255 N.E. Dixie
Highway (Route 707), in
Jensen Beach. For informa-
tion, call (772) 460-2754.
* *Martin County Democ-
ratic Club: The group meets
the first Wednesday of each
month at. 6:30 p.m. at the
Blake Library in Stuart. For
details, call (772) 286-1281.
*Martin County
Genealogical Society: For
information on the club, call
(772) 334-6331.
*Martin County Model
Railroaders: The railroad
club promotes the hobby of
model railroading. The club
meets every Thursday from
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mar-
tin County Fairgrounds,
Building E, 2616 S.E. Dixie
Highway, in Stuart. For infor-
mation, call (772) 219-4134
or (772) 692-9705.
*Martin County Native
Plant Society: Meetings will
resume in October on the
third Tuesday of the month
at 7 p.m. For information,
call (772) 219-8285 or (772)
287-4930.
S*Martin County Republi-
can Club: For. information,
call (772) 286-0615.
*Martin County Veterans
Services: Information ses-
sions are often held at public
library branches. For infor-
mation, call t772) 221-1403.
*Martin County Young
Republicans: The chapter is
open to Republicans, ages
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18 to 40. For information,
call (772) 341-6880.
*Mental Health Support
Group offers a weekly meet-
ing for people who are
recovering from mental ill-
nesses and their family and
friends. The meeting is at 3
p.m. Tuesday at Harbor
Network Drop-In Center in
Stuart. For information, call
(772) 287-4545.
*Mets Booster Club (for
N.Y. and St. Lucie Mets):
Membership is $10 per per-
son per year, $15 per couple
with no children, and $20 for
a family membership.
Includes a newsletter each
month and support for char-
itable donations. For infor-
mation, call (772) 878-8505
or (772) 336-4801.
*Military Officers Associ-
ation of America: The
MOAA Treasure Coast Chap-
ter, Martin and St Lucie
counties, meets the third
Thursday of the month at
the Holiday Inn, on U.S. 1, in
Port St Lucie. All active,
reserve,' retired and former
commissioned and warrant
officers from all U.S. uni-
formed services are wel-
come. For information, call
(772) 692-4922 or (772) 240-
'6880
*Minnesota Snowbirds:
Couples and singles can
meet on the third Monday of
each month at 11:30 a.m. for
a lunch and social hour.
There are no dues. For infor-
mation, call (772) 335-8268
or (772) 337-3613.
*NARFE Chapter 1589:
For information, call (772)
879-1566.
*Overeaters Anonymous
support group: Meetings are
held from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
on Thursday, and 7:30 to
8:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, at St.
Mary's Church, 623 S.E.
Ocean Blvd., in Stuart. For
information, call (772) 335-
9906.
*Overeaters Anonymous
support group: Twelve-step
meetings held on Saturday
at 9 a.m. at Unity Church,
211 Central Parkway, in Stu-
art. For information, call
S(772) 631-7765.
'Parenting with Pur-
pose:' This support group is
for parents whose children
are 5 to 18 years old and
focuses on offering advice,
skills and support. The
group meets from 6:30-7:30
p.m. Thursday at the East
10th Street Park, 724 E. 10th
St., in Stuart. For informa-
tion, call (772) 220-7808.
*Peripheral Neuropathy
Support Group: For infor-
mation, call Lou at (772)
287-1292.
*Restless Leg Syndrome
Support Group: For infor-
mation, call (772) 546-0750.
*Retired educators:
Retired school, district per-
sonnel meet on the third
Thursday of the month at 11
a.m. at the Blake Library in
Stuart. All retired educators
from any school districts are
*welcome. Call (772) 286-
4556.
*Singletarian Society of
Martin & St. Lucie counties:
Active single, divorced or
widowed folks ages 57 to 70
are invited to join. The club
meets formally once a
month for a buffet lunch and
news of upcoming events.
For information, call (772)
692-1508 or (772) 223-8068.


*Social Bridge for
advanced players: Offered
weekly throughout the year
at the Flagler Recreation
Center in Stuart Thursdays
from 12:30 to 4 p.m. The cost
is $1.50 per week. For infor-
mation, call (772) 288-5335.
*Sons of Norway, Gulf-
stream Lodge 3-514: All
Scandinavian nationalities
as well as people who have
an interest in the culture are
welcome. For reservations,
call (772) 466-1275 or visit
www.geocities.com / gulf-
streamlodge3514.
*Southeast Florida
Archaeological Society: For
information about the next
meeting, visitwww.sefas.org.
*Space Coast All-Air-
borne Chapter, 82nd Divi-
sion Association: For infor-
mation, call (772) 879-0097.
*St. Lucie/Martin County
Council of Beta Sigma Phi:
Meets on the second Mon-
day of the month at the
Morningside Branch Library
in Port'St. Lucie. There are 10
active chapters in St. Lucie
and Martin counties. For
information, call (772) 462-
1615.
*St. Lucie Sailing Club:
The club meets from 7 to 9
p.m., the first Monday of
each month. For informa-
tion, call (772) 219-4955.
*'Stroke of Hope' Club
and Aphasia Group: The
support program is for
memory and speech diffi-
culties. Caregivers are wel-
come. Held at Hobe Sound
Community Presbyterian
Church, S.E. Adonis Ave. at
S.E. Juno Crescent. Meetings
run from 10 a.m. to noon
every Thursday. No fee is
required. For information,
call (772) 546-5043.
*Stuart Community
Concert Band: The band
rehearses from 7-9 p.m.
Monday nights at the Flagler
Recreation Center in Stuart.
The free group is for musi-
cians of any age who would
like to keep musical skills
sharp and participate in
activities. Rehearsals are
open to the public; the
group gives free concerts on
the first Monday of each
month, beginning at 7:30
p.m. at the Stuart Recreation
Center. For details about the
group or for concert dates,
call (772) 288-5335.
*Stuart Area Miniatures
Club: The adult group meets
monthly to construct doll-
house miniatures and to
share expertise and infor-
mation about collections.
Glasses are available for $2
per class. Meetings are held
from 7-9:30 p.m. on the first
Tuesday of each month at
the Flagler Recreation Cen-
ter in Stuart. For informa-


tion, call (772) 288-5335.
*Stuart Sailfish Club: For
information, call (772) 286-
9373 or visit www.stuartsail-
fishclub.com.
*Stuart Sunrise Rotary
Club: Meets Thursday
morning at Monarch Coun-
try Club at 7:30 a.m. For
details, call (772) 631-2639.
*Taking Off Pounds Sen-
sibly (TOPS): Meets at 10
a.m. Friday at the Log
Cabin Senior Center in
Langford Park, 2369 N.E.
Dixie Highway, in Jensen
Beach. For information, call
(772)334-2926.
*The Garden Club of Stu-
art: For information, call
(772) 692-7133.
*Treasure Coast Toast-
masters International Club:
The club meets at the Hos-
pice Mayes Center for Hope,
1201 S.E. Indian St., in Stu-
art. The club meets at 7 p.m.
on Monday. For informa-
tion, visit www.treasure-
coasttoastmasters.org or call
(772) 545-4095.
*Treasure Coast Com-
munity Singers: Rehearsals
will be held Monday
evenings, from 7 to 9 p.m. at
North Stuart Baptist Church,
north of the Roosevelt
Bridge. All who love to sing
are welcome. For details, call
(772) 692-1616.
*The Treasure Coast
56ers: For information, call
(772)343-9442.
. *Treasure Coast Chapter,
Paralegal Association of
Florida: For information,
call (772) 234-5500.
+Treasure Coast Ger-
man-American Club is
meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Fri-
day, Feb. 9, at the St. Lucie
Shrine Club, 4600 Oleander
Ave., in Fort Pierce. For infor-
mation, call (772) 343-0573.
*Treasure Coast German
Shepherd Club: The only
American Kennel Club and
German Shepherd Specialty
Club of the Treasure Coast
meets the last Monday of
every month at the Palm
City Community Center. For
information, call (772) 286-
3801.
+Treasure Coast Parkin-
son's Disease Support
Group: The "Movers and
Shakers" support group of
Martin County gather on the
second Monday of each
month at 1 p.m. For infor-
mation, call (772) 288-1494.
*Treasure Coast Shell
Club: The club meets the
third Monday of each month
from 7-9 p.m. For informa-
tion, call (772) 219-4955.
*Woodcarvers group:
Meets at 1 p.m. Wednesday,
at the Log Cabin Senior Cen-
ter in Langford Park, 2369
SN.E. Dixie Highway, in
Jensen Beach. For informa-


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School. For information, call
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Tucker and others of Mys-
tic Chronicle in Jensen
Beach. Palm reading prices
vary. The fair benefits
Woman's Club causes.
* Alzheimer's Memory
Walk 2007: 8 a.m. registra-
tion; 9 a.m. walk at Flagler
Park in Stuart. Register as a
walker, team or volunteer.
For more information, visit
www.memorywalks.com or
call (800) 861-7816.
* Artists' studio and
home tour: 10 a.m. to 4
p.m. at local artists' homes,
including Dan Mackin,
Kim Rody and more, in
Martin County. Cham-
pagne reception follows at
Court House Cultural Cen-
ter, 80 E. Ocean Blvd., in
Stuart. Tickets are $25 for
members of The Arts
Council; $30 for nonmem-
bers. Art raffle tickets are
$5; benefits local arts pro-
gramming. Purchase tickets
at the Cultural Center or
call (772) 287-6676.
* Annual Easter


Eggstravaganza: 10 a.m.- 1
p.m. at Memorial Park,
located on East Ocean
Boulevard and Georgia
Avenue, adjacent to the
Martin County Court-
house. Features free pony
rides, games, prizes, face
painting, music, clowns,
8,000 Easter Egg Hunt and
a visit from the Easter
Bunny. For ages 1-10; each
age group will have a desig-
nated egg hunt area no
parents allowed inside.
Children must bring their
own baskets. Call (772)
288-5340 for more informa-
tion.

SATURDAY, MARCH 31,
to SUNDAY, APRIL 1

* Flower Show and Gar-
den Expo: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
at Halpatiokee Regional
Park, 7645 Lost River Road,
in Stuart. Free. For more
information or directions,
call (772) 485-5376. For
information on the Flower
Show, call (772) 283-1529 or
visit www.gardenclubofs-
tuart.org.

SUNDAY, APRIL 1

Motorcycle Rally: The
Indiantown Chamber of
Commerce is sponsoring a
rally to benefit the Educa-
tion Coalition. The rally will
be held from 10 a.m. to 4
p.m. at Timer Powers Park
on Citrus B6ulevard.
* Stuart Green Market: 9
a.m. to 1 p.m. at Memorial
Park on East Ocean Boule-
vard in Stuart. New ven-
dors are welcome. For
information, call (772) 283-
1874.

MONDAY, APRIL 2

Board of County Com-
missioners meeting: 9 a.m.
at Commission Chambers,
2401 S.E. Monterey Road,
in Stuart. All interested per-
sons are invited to attend.
Send comments to the
County Commission
(address listed above; zip:


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need accommodations call
the Office of the County
Administrator at (772) 221-
2360. If hearing impaired,
call (772) 288-5940. Agenda
may be viewed at Stuart
address listed above.
* Rio Neighborhood
Advisory meeting: 9 a.m. at
Rio Civic Center, 1255 N.E.
Dixie Highway, in Jensen
Beach. All interested per-
sons are invited to attend.
Send comments to the
County Commission, 2401
S.E. Monterey Road, Stuart,
FL 34996. If disabled and
need accommodations call
the Office of the County
Administrator at (772) 221-
2360. If hearing impaired,
call (772) 288-5940. Agenda
may be viewed at Stuart
address listed above.
* Golden Gate Neighbor-
hood Advisory meeting: 6
p.m. at Cassidy Communi-
ty Center at Golden Gate,
2824 Ellendale St., in Stu-
art. All interested persons
are invited to attend. Send,
comments to the County
Commission, 2401 S.E.
Monterey Road, Stuart, FL
34996. If disabled and need
accommodations call the
Office 'of the County
Administrator at (772) 221-
2360. If hearing impaired,
call (772) 288-5940. Agenda
may be viewed at Stuart
address listed above.

TUESDAY, APRIL 3

Board of County Com-
missioners meeting: 9 a.m.
at Commission Chambers,
2401 S.E. Monterey Road,
in Stuart. All interested per-
sons are invited to attend.
Send comments to the
County Commission
(address listed above; zip:
34996). If disabled and
need accommodations call
the Office of the County
Administrator at (772) 221-
2360. If hearing iriipaired,
call (772) 288-5940. Agenda
may be viewed at Stuart
address listed above.
* Indiantown Neighbor-
hood Advisory meeting: 6
p.m. at Indiantown Civic
Center, 15675 Osceola St.,
in Indiantown. All interest-
ed persons are invited to
attend. Send comments to
the County Commission,
2401 S.E. Monterey Road,
Stuart, FL 34996. If dis-
abled and need accommo-
dations call the Office of
the County Administrator
at (772) 221-2360. If hear-
ing impaired, call (772)
288-5940. Agenda may be
viewed at Stuart address
listed above.

WEDNESDAY,
APRIL 4

Citizen's Advisory
Committee of Metropoli-
tan Planning Organization
meeting: 9 a.m. at Com-
mission Chambers, 2401
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are invited to attend. Send
comments to the Board of
County Commissioners
(address listed above; zip:
34996). If disabled and
need accommodations call
the Office of the County
Administrator at (772) 221-
2360. If hearing impaired,
call (772) 288-5940. Agenda
may be viewed at Stuart
address listed above.
* Convention and Visi-
tor's Bureau Full Board
meeting: 9 a.m. at Best
Western, 1209 S. Federal
Highway, in Stuart. All
interested persons are
invited to attend. Send
comments to the County
Commission, 2401 S.E.
Monterey Road, Stuart, FL
34996. If disabled and need
accommodations call the
Office of the County
Administrator at (772) 221-
2360. If hearing impaired,
call (772) 288-5940. Agenda
may be viewed at Stuart
address listed above.
+ Lecture: 7-8 p.m. at
Florida Oceanographic
Coastal Center, 890 N.E.
Ocean Blvd., in Stuart. Fea-
tures speaker from the
Maritime and Yachting
Museum on the History of
Martin County through
Maritime Artifacts. No fee
or reservation required. For
more information, call the
Coastal Center at (772) 225-
0505 or visit www.floridao-
ceanographic.org.

THURSDAY, APRIL 5

"Art! Out of the Closet"
reception, silent auction:
5:30-7:30 p.m. at Court
House Cultural Center
Gallery, 80 E. Ocean Blvd.,
in Stuart. Benefits the Arts
Council. Free admission.
For more information, call
(772) 287-6676.
Development Review
Committee meeting: 9
a.m. at Commission
Chambers, 2401 S.E. Mon-
terey Road, in Stuart. All
interested persons are
invited to attend. Send
comments to the County
Commission (address list-
ed above; zip: 34996). If
disabled and need accom-
modations call the Office
of the County Administra-
tor at (772) 221-2360. If
hearing impaired, call
(772) 288-5940. Agenda
may be viewed at Stuart
address listed above.
Local Planning Agency
meeting: 7 p.m. at Com-
mission Chambers, 2401
S.E. Monterey Road, in Stu-
art. All interested persons
are invited to attend. Send
comments to the County
Commission (address list-
ed above; zip: 34996). If
disabled and need accom-
modations call the Office
of the County Administra-
tor at (772) 221-2360. If
hearing impaired, call
(772) 288-5940. Agenda
may be viewed at Stuart
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Pick up tennis to start
Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and.
Saturday mornings there will be pick-up
tennis at the Hobe Sound public courts
on Hercules Street next to the ball field on
US 1, just South of Bridge Road.
Pick-up tennis will be held on Satur-
day's at the Halpatiokee Regional Park.
For more information contact Eric
Buetens at (772) 546-6633.

In Line Hockey referees wanted
The Martin County Parks & Recreation
Department is looking for In Line Hockey
Referees for Adult and Youth leagues. All
games take place at Halpatiokee Regional
Park in Stuart. Seasons run year round
and games take place on weekends &
weeknights.


If interested in becoming a referee, please
contact Matt Saum for more information
at (772) 463-4759.

Summer tennis camps coming
Martin County Parks and Recreation is
offering tennis camps for youth's ages 5-
18. The camps will take place in June and
July and vary in experience level.
All camps will be held at Halpatiokee
Regional Park. Prices range from $50-150.
For more information call tennis coordi-
nator Jim Richards at (772) 475-7477 or
Jesse Moore (772) 221-1419.

Softball umpires wanted
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, March 30,,2007 April 6th, 2007


Mitch Kloorfain/chief photographer
Jensen Beach High School's Eliza Hamilton, 17, clears a hurdle at the Bulldog Invitational
track meet at South Fork High School on Wednesday, March 21. Eliza finished third in the
100-meter while the Girls team placed second overall.



Pro soccer comes to the


Treasure Coast in May


BY MATT DEWHURST
Sports writer
Andre Routte has visions
of Lawnwood Stadium
packed on a summer
night.
, He sees fans draped in
Harry Potter-like scarves
with shirts that read "Trea-
sure Coast Galleons,"
jumping up and down
singing and cheering on
their own hometown pro-
fessional team.
But unlike most sports
enthusiasts in America,
Routte's vision isn't about
a summer's night baseball
game, he sees a soccer
match.
Routte grew up in a soc-
cer family. He ate it. He
breathed it. He was, by his
own admission, obsessed
with it.
Growing up in New Jer-
sey, the son of an English
father and German moth-
er, he was taught at an
early age about the pas-
sion and the pride that
goes hand in hand with
big-time European club
soccer.
In 2005, while living in
South Carolina, Routte
was a regular at Charleston
Battery games, a first divi-
sion member of the United
Soccer League, similar to a
Triple A baseball team.
Along with three friends,
he started what is now the
El0 Underground, a sup-
port group for the Battery
simply named after the
section they sat in. The
group gained a reputation
for being the most spirited
supporters in the crowd
and soon attracted around
100 members. Routte even
became good friends with
the owners of the Battery,
learning the ins and outs
of running a professional
soccer franchise.
He moved to Port St.
Lucie to be closer to fami-
ly, but his experience with
the Battery gave him the
inspiration to try to create
a team of his own on the
Treasure Coast
On May 19, the Treasure
Coast Galleons will make
their debut against the
Orlando City Football Club
at Lawnwood Stadium in
Fort Pierce.
"There was nothing
above youth soccer here.


Certainty there is high
school but. there's not
much college so there was
this huge void," said
Routte. "I wanted to bring
these kids, a team to help
elevate the game of soccer


and the awareness in the
area."
The Galleons will play at
least two years in the Flori-
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Soccer
From page C5
ing to become a member
of the second division of
the USL. Routte had ini-
tially wanted to go straight
to the USL, but decided to
get people acquainted
with the team first and
understand what he is try-
ing to develop here in St.
Lucie County, which is a
first class professional
franchise.
* The Galleons have
already scheduled games
against USL clubs as well
as six international clubs,
including the Nigerian
National team. On top of
that, the Galleons will also
* have six or seven home
games against other FESL
teams.
* "You can really experi-
ence the grass roots aspect
P with the Florida Elite Soc-
cer League and also the
Is 9 pride and the passion of a
s really big club team," said
Routte. "But our interna-
tional schedule will really
* give our fans and specta-
tors a taste of what's to
come in the future, and
also the potential of soc-
cer."
The FESL consists of
teams from Melbourne,
Orlando, Okeechobee,
West Palm and Port St.
. Lucie and hopes to elevate
the awareness of soccer in
an area rich with a great
youth soccer tradition
started by the Port St.
Lucie Hurricanes and con-
tinued by the Mako Sharks.
But Routte knows soccer
will be a hard sell and is
ready for an uphill climb.
Before he decided on cre-
ating the Galleons, he first
did his research. He sent
out feelers to local high
school players to see if
they would come out and
support a semi-pro or pro-
fessional team. The
response was surprisingly
positive, so Routte knew
he had a chance. The next
step was getting the right
people in the Galleons
rr organization so that the
team didn't sink before it
ever swam.
He hired Gerry Schiavo,
to be the head coach. Schi-
.: avo has been coaching the
Uruguay Soccer Club, an
..',-. amateur team, based in
Fort Lauderdale, for the
last seven years and has a
reputation for overachiev-
ing with teams that aren't
as talented as his opposi-
tion.
Schiavo brought with
him Fernando Clavijo, a
,', member of the National
.;" Soccer Hall of Fame and


current head coach of the
Colorado Rapids of major
League Soccer. Clavijo will
be the team's head of
scouting and develop-
ment. If that doesn't
already give Treasure
Coast enough credibility,
former MLS players and
Treasure Coast locals Pete
Marino and Ivan McKinley
will join the team as play-
ers.
But make no mistake,
Routte wants the team to
be something that the
community can rally
behind. He is hopeful that
the majority of his players
will be from the area. In
fact, it is a FESL rule that
each team has at least two
players that are in high
school or just graduated.
"Ultimately, we want
young adults and adults. It
would be great to see the
young high school kid who
wants to be a star playing
next to the mechanic who
still loves to play soccer,
but he's your hometown
mechanic down the
street," said Routte. "We
really want to have that
hometown feel, so when
you go out there, you're
really standing up for your
community. I really want
to put that Treasure Coast
pride out there."
Tickets will range from
$4-15 dollars, but there
will be tickets for $2 for
what Routtes is calling his
supporters' section. This
area will be for fans,
which, like the E10 Under-
ground, plan on cheering
and singing their team on
to victory.
Routte doesn't stop with
a team either. He is also
the owner of the Total Soc-
cer Academy, which will
kick off this year in Port St.
Lucie. The academy is
looking to be an elite train-
ing facility for up-and-
coming soccer players
across the world. Thanks
to Port St. Lucie Hurri-
canes president Mike
Gazalla, the TS Academy
were able to obtain prac-
tice fields at Swan Park, so
if a player wants to play
professional soccer, the
next step is not far away.
"We want to make it pro-
fessional. We're going to be
pro. We want to be pro. We
think we're pro right now,"
said Routte. "Like it or not,
soccer is taking over Amer-
ica. We're not playing for
money. We're playing for
Treasure Coast pride. We
want to be your team."
For more information
about the Treasure Coast
Galleons and Total Soccer
Academy, visit
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Tigers roaring toward


an undefeated season


BY MATT DEWHURST
Sports writer
After leading his team
to a fifth-place finish in
the state last year, Martin
County boy's tennis coach
Skip Morgan had one
thing to say to boys at the
end of the year banquet.
"I told the kids, 'you had
a great year this year. You
won district. You placed
fifth in the state. But there
is so much more out there
for you, if you work
between now and next
year,'" said Morgan.
It looks like they got the
message.
The Tigers roared out of
the gate to start the sea-
son, winning their first 13
matches and are on pace
to go undefeated in the
regular season for the first
time in school history.
Martin County started the
1984 tennis season 14-0.
One of the main reasons
for their dominance is
because of their solid
starting lineup. The Tigers
returned each of their top
five players from 2006.
That kind of experience
has given the team new
confidence in 2007, and
prepared them for what
they hope will be a long
playoff run.
"We've got experience.
If you compare this year's
team with last year's
team, it's the same exact
team. We know each
other's style. There's a lot
of confidence with us,"'
said senior Joe Curet. "It's
amazing what a year of
playing can do."
Curet is the team's No. 1
player and lone senior
starter. He is the third
Curet brother that head
coach Skip Morgan has
coached, and one of the
big reasons that the Tigers
are as good as they are.
Teamed up with Curet at
the top of the list is junior
Denny Rinaldi. Through
13 matches, the two
upper classmen were a
combined 22-2. Having
such solid contributions
from the No. 1 and 2 sin-
gles players helps a lot,
but Morgan believes that
it is the team's depth that
makes the Tigers so dan-
gerous. .
Last year the team's No.
3, 4 and 5 singles players
were freshman. One year
removed from being the
new kids on the court, the
sophomore class of Matt
O'Neil, Scott Seiger and
John Christensen have
stepped it up in 2007 to
show that the debut was
no fluke.
"The thing about these
five kids is, I think that


deep in their hearts they
think that they can beat
each other," said Morgan.
"My No. 5 player probably
thinks he should be play-
ing number one. It helps
because they always want
to make sure the other
ones know they're playing
hard."
But the team attitude
doesn't end with the
starters. Morgan is proud
of his reserves. Using his
bench like interchange-
able parts on a well-oiled
machine, Morgan knows
he can throw in seniors
Noah and Jack Neary or
junior Steven Dombkowsi
in a pinch and still get a
victory.
That team attitude has
worn off on his players as
well. When asked about
their role as upperclass-
men leaders on the team,
both Curet and Rinaldi
smiled and shrugged their
shoulders.
"I don't think about it
that much, these guys are
my buddies," said Curet.
Rinaldi says the way the
whole team interacts with
each other helps. There's
no 'I'm better than you'
mentality. They might be
ori the court by them-
selves, but they play as a
team.
"I think that everyone,
like the backups, support
each other. Everyone is all
friends," said Rinaldi.
"The atmosphere is real
good. People come up to
me at meets and say our
team atmosphere is real
good."
In a sport so heavily
based on individual per-
formances, it might be
the team's doubles victo-
ries that carry the team to
a conference or district
championship.
Curet and Rinaldi team
up for the No. 1 pair, while
Steger and O'Neil play No.
2. Christensen also
switches in and out of the
No. 2 doubles, and has
proven just as effective.
The team doesn't rely on
wins from their doubles
teams, but when you look
at the stats, it's hard to say
they couldn't.
As of March 21, the
team of Curet and Rinaldi
was 4-3 while the No. 2
trio of O'Neil, Steger and
Christensen had played o
a combined 6-1.
"This year all my close
matches have been in
doubles," said Morgan.
"Very seldom do I get four
singles and win the
match. Doubles are so
important in team ten-
nis."
The Tigers have already
avenged losses from last


year against Lincoln Park
Academy and Benjamin,
and are doing their best
not too look to far in the
future. But a conference
showdown against LPA
for an undefeated season
is hard to ignore.
"The climax of my sea-
son will be at conference
finals. We're gunning for
an undefeated season and
it looks like we're going to
play LPA," said Curet. "If
we can beat them in con-
ference finals, and we're
headed for that, head-to-
head, that would one of
the biggest moments of
my tennis career."


Martin County High
School's number two
tennis player, Denny
Rinaldi, returns a volley to
his Vero Beach opponent,
Patrick Reilly, during a
match Thursday, March 22
at Martin Downs Country
Club in Palm City. As of
press time, the Martin
County Tigers were
undefeated this season.


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golf ball crop.
Harvested on only one
day each year the first
day of the fourth month -
golf ball crops were once
the life and blood of our
game.
Imagine the negative
effect our weather may be
having on this year's crop.
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not enough ripe Titleists to
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A damaged crop of those
cheaper, two-piece balls
could send prices skyrock-
eting, driving golfers into
the woods and ponds to.
find their own.
There was a time when
groves of golf ball trees
filled the land. Now, one
hardly ever sees a beautiful
grove of golf ball trees, with
their gleaming-white ripe
golf balls weighting down
the limbs, just waiting for
that one day of harvest.
Giuseppe Pancrazio was
the first to plant a golf ball
and grow a tree that pro-
duced perfect spheres.
A few days ago, this pio-
neer in our sport took a few
minutes from his hectic
late-March schedule to
speak with me.
It all began quite by acci-
dent.
One day, Giuseppe
noticed a small tree grow-
ing on the bank of a pond
behind his home, just off
the 14th fairway of Itallunie


JAMES STAMMER
Golf columnist


Country Club and Winery
in northern Italy.
What he thought was a
weed turned out to be a
small golf ball tree. Some
golfer had hit a bad shot
and his ball flew across the
pond and embedded in the
soft earth.
After sitting there for
many months it germinat-
ed and a tree sprouted,
The rest is history.
In 1953, Giuseppe packed
up his small family and
immigrated to a small cen-
tral New York town to start
what became the family
business.
His groves grew as the
game of golf became more
popular. They eventually
covered the hills as far as
the eye could see. Imagine
the beauty of thousands of
trees with little golf ball
-buds adorning their limbs, a
soft blanket of pure white
snow melting away under-
neath.
"I was tired of growing
pasta in the old country," he


said. "There were far too
many types of trees. We
needed a spaghetti tree, a
ziti tree, another for fettuc-
cini and so on. Golf ball
trees used to be easy. All I
need was two types of tree.
One for solid, another for
the wound."
The demure Italian, with
a heavy accent who
reminded me of my grand-
father, continued, "But now,
I must grow nearly as many
golf ball trees as pasta trees.
I must grow two-piece,
three-piece, big cores, little
cores, different covers.
Ahhh! It's maddening!"
In addition to needing so
many different golf ball
trees, Giuseppe faces com-
petition from foreign mar-
kets that hire cheap labor or
use machinery to pluck the
ripe orbs from the trees or,
worse yet, grow them inside
under controlled condi-
tions. He prefers the old
fashioned way. Using his
trained eye and time-
honed sense of touch,
Giuseppe knows exactly
which balls are ripe and
ready to be hit by a golf
club.
If the ball is too ripe, it
will feel mushy and lose
distance. If you pick balls
that are not ripe, you risk
having a ball that feels like a
rock, or worse yet, stays
green and can never be
found, even on the fairway.
With the weather condi-
tions becoming so crazy
and unpredictable,
Giuseppe has lost a good
portion of this year's crop.
Many of the more complex


balls are simply! not ripe
and ready for the store
shelves. Others have
ripened too quickly and lay,
rotting on the ground.
Nearing his 90th birth-
day, Guiseppe is consider-
ing retiring. His thoughts
are to sell the land to a mall
developer and return to
Italy for his final years.
"I'm a just too old for this
anymore," he sighed. "No
one appreciates my craft
anymore. Golfers are too
worried about distance and
no seams. Oh well."
Today could very well
mark a dark day in our
sport's history.
On the first day of the
fourth month from this day
forward, we may no longer
celebrate the great golf ball
harvest.
There will be no singing,
dancing or drinking.
Instead, we should pause
as we tee up that pristine
ball on the first tee to begin
our round. We should take a
moment to remember
Giuseppe Pancrazio and
mourn the loss our sport
has suffered.
There will be no more
groves of golf ball trees. A
hand-picked sphere of per-
fection will no longer adorn
a golf tee.
We can blame it all on
global warming.
James Stammer has been
an avid golfer and golf
enthusiast for 30 years. He
hosts the Tuesday Night Golf
Show on WPSL 1590-AM
radio.station. Contact him
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4-person scramble
$125.00 per player ;
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Includes dinner buffet,
beverages & snacks on the course,
goodie bags & prizes.
Every player receives a complimentary
return round of golf at Monarch and
a 2007 Enjoyment Dining Out Book.

For more information contact:
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ART BOOKS 7 total
$45 all. Must see
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BICYCLE, Girls, 16" with
training wheels. $10,
772-337-1431 PSL
BICYCLE: Adult w/3
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or 410-652-3733
BIKE: MURRAY Elimina-
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$60. 772-871-6044 PSL
BLINDS MINI : Hunter
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3, sets only $120,
772-388-4038
BOAT 14FT center con-
sole radio electronic nice
flats, boat $200 Vero Bch
772-473-7454
CAMERA: MINOLTA 35
mm & Tamron zoom 70x
30 lens. Extras. $125
PSL 772-497-4065
CANISTER: Antique,
Malted Milk powder. $40,
772-692-2317 MC
CANOE 16' fiberglass.
Excellent condition $195
772-287-5449
CARPET, outdoor, grey,
12 ft. X 14 ft. never
used,$125. 772-621-9839
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CELL PHONES: Verizon
1, Lg & 3 CMD8910 w14
chargers. $25 ea.
772-461-9825
CHAINSAW: CS 500
Echo 16" Bar $200 obo
Runs great.. PSL John
772-398-4854
CHAIRS, WHEEL: Fold-
ing Dirctr chrs (2) grn/wht
$75, Barometer Shp whl
$75. 772-546-5857 HbSd
CHAIRS: For TV, Neutral.
color, fabric, good cond.
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w/ straps & pad. Like new
$50ea 772-337-3657
CHINA CLOSET:
Mahogany. $200, OBO.
772-466-4202
CLARINET w/case Bun-
dy very good condition
$125 610-745-0118
COLLECTIBLE TRUCK:
5 Hess trucks frm 1990s
in bx. mint cond. Vero
$200 772-539-9482
COMFORTER SET King
size. Complete. Floral
design sateen finish $45.
772-334-1424
COMPUTER ARMOIRE:
Pine. Nicel $50 Ft. Pierce
772-323-1500.
COMPUTERS: Complete
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COUCH & Loveseat: Lthr
$150 obo. 772-626-1763
Ft. Pierce.
COUCHES: GREY leath-
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office,6-ft.ea,$200ea.
772-340-1395 SLC
DESK W/HUTCH: Cherry
wd. Lg. good cond. $200
PImCty 772-216-9178
DINING SET: Solid
Wood, 36X48 no leaf, 5
chairs, high back, $175,
772-563-9340 Vero Bch
DINING TABLE: Glass
top Rattan w/ 4 Rolling
chrs. $100 obo. Stuart
772-287-0342
DOG CAGE folding 3ft x
3ft $35 772-878-5351
PSL
DOG CAGE metal folds,
42x25x29,like new, black,
$50, 772-562-8668 IR
DOGHOUSE: XL Wood.
New $100 772-465-6957
Ft. Pierce
DOLBY COMPUTER
surround sound speaker
system, $50 call
772-878-8661 SLC
DOORS, SLIDING
GLASS lift doors. (2)
$100 ea 772-569-4466 IR
END TABLES: glass &
wrought iron. Exc. cond.
$150. 772-489-8814 FtPc
ENTERTAINMENT CNT
Oak. Holds DVDs, CD,
VHS & Stereo $100 (New
$300) PSL 772-337-1431
EXERCISE BIKE: Elec-
tronic, Like new $45 obo
772-489-8052 SLC
EXERCISE MACHINE.
rowing DP Bodytone 375
$20 Stuart 772-288-3788
FAUX PLANTS 6 foot
$10 772-546-0410 Hobe
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FUTON Black Metal with
extra thick mattress. Like
new $150 772-287-3452
MC
GAS POCKET Bike:
49cc, blk, runs grt., $175
Lke new. 772-398-1752
PSL
GOLF CLUBS Youth
Set incl bag, clubs & balls
$30 772-521-1000 MC
GOLF CLUBS: women's
incl. bag, gloves, etc.
$150 772-344-5242 PSL
GUITAR- CABLES: 20
various types. $145,
Oaxcan rugs/wall hangin.
$55. 772-288-4335
HEADBOARD: QU bkcs
styl for wtrbd. $25 Dk wal
w/gls. Ch of drwrs sld wd.
$25 772-233-1355 Stuart
HELMSMAN CHAIRS: 2
comm. Marine. Sea Post
swvl. Adj. hght. Gd. cond.
$200obo 772-878-8496
INSULATION BUNDLES
(3) 3-1/2", 8 foot batts, 8
batts per bundle 15" wide
$30/bundle 772-879-1597
KITCHEN MACHINE: w/
6 attachments. Braun.
$125. 772-562-7824 Vero
KITCHEN SINK. Dble.
Stainless steel. Lke new.
$60 772-283-8239 PCity.


LAWN BRIDGE, Treated
wood strong $175 PSL
772-337-9196
LEVIS JACKET: Mens
Large, White/Blue trim,
like new, washable &
warm. $8, 772-546-4751

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NAIL TABLES (6). $30
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PATIO SET:7pc,gold
anodized,cushions,table,
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POOL COVER: bubble
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POSTERS 2 mounted
yellow w/Callfornia flow-
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PROFORM Exerciser:
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$200 OBO 772-219-4333
QUILT RACK: New solid
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RANGE HOOD: almond
w/ lights & exhaust $20
772-878-8197 PSL
RATTAN TABLES Cof-
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$40/set 772-465-2204

RECEIVER/Black Denon
DRA-555. VCR/Tape
Input/outputs,2 Speakers,
$50,561-876-3099 SLC
RECLINER ROCKER -
Bassett, green,
good cond $65
772-878-7700 PSL
RUG: Oriental, 8x11
beige/ brwn tones, Floral.
Exc. cond. $200.
561-622-0068 Jupiter.
RUNNING BOARDS for
F-250 superduty Pickup,
factory, four door crew
cab $175 772-785-5153
SCREEN DOOR: White
alum. w/fram 'Used., Out-
door firepit. cast iron $50
each 772-336-1259 PSL
SHREDDER: $15, Elec-
trolux Vac. Old but Excel.
working cond. $25 PSL
772-335-0457.
SLEIGH BED, IKEA
wicker, king size w/ mat-
tress. 3 years old. asking
$175. 772-219-1117
SOFA & Loveseat: good
conditions! Multi-color
S$175 772-388-4634
STOVE, ELECTRIC, 30"
almond. $50 Jensen Bch.
772-229-8090.
SURROUND RECEIVER
Yamaha RX V870, BIk.,
pwrful 8 spkr jacks $99
772-345-0879 PSL
TABLES: COFFEE, 2
round End, TV stand, lit.
maple color. $175 FtPrc
772-468-3665
TIRES: MICHELIN Sym-
metry P225-6or 16. Set of
4. good tread. $80.
772-878-8420 PSL
TOOL BOX: 22"x9"x8"
filled with assorted hand
tools, $50 obo
772-569-1691 IR
TOY TRUCK: 1990 ed.
Hess Fuel truck. 15 in,
grn/wht. Mint cond. $60
772-621-5151 Jnsn Bch.


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772-321-2204
TRAP: HAVE-A-HEART
Live animal. Large. Lke
new. $40 772-335-5191
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TWIN R&L OPPOSING
Props, 12x10, bronze, 1"
shaft, retail $315 asking
$200 772-229-1229
VACUUM: INDUSTRIAL
dbl bag "Grizzly" 1hp w/
25' of 4" diam. hose $150
772-878-4602 PSL
WATER HEATER: 40
gal Rheem Fury. Used 10
mos. $160 Vero Bch.
772-299-3593
WEIGHTS 4 (51bs) 4
(3lbs) 2 rods, dumbells,
etc. $30 Blanket (King)
$20 772-546-8986 (MC)
WHEEL CAPS: Set of 4,
14 inch chrome spoke
with locks, keys, brackets
$100, 772-286-8847 MC
WHEEL CHAIR: Child or
adult. Excellent condl
New $450, first $7,5
772-475-5965 SLC
WHEEL CHAIR:
Trul/comp, and
De Lux, new, $100 each
772-692-3808 Jen Bch.
WINCH for boat trailer
New 2000 Ib cap. $45
obo 772-692-8078 Stuart
WINDOW A/C: 17.5 btu
220 26x26 plus. $200
Vero 772-569-4070


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561-296-1011Can Delivr
$155 ALL BRAND NEW
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561-296-2397 can deliver
ADIRONDACK CHAIRS
Hand made chairs made
from recycled wood.
Some chairs featuring art
work by Alligator Jane
Painted $279 Plain $169
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Retails $1695. Will
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BED RM- 5PC CHERRY.
New in boxes. Cost
$1500 must move $475.
Can Deliver Today!
561-296-5987
COUCH & LOVESEAT
Italian Leather. Brand
new, in boxes. Cost $4K.
Sacrifice $1150. Can de-
liver 561-296-1011
DINING RM 10pc Ele-
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leaf,6chrs,optional(hutch/
buffet.) New still in boxes.
cost $3k. Sacrifice $775.
can deliver.561-296-2396
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wo6d Futon, full size,
Barcelona Pot Rack,
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Call for details.
772-564-6886
KITCHEN CABINETS,
Complete. All wood
constructed, new in box,
many styles & colors.
Vanitys also, Starting @
$600, 772-370-4049
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Mahogany computer
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$150. Custom built Low
Boy storage chest,can be
used as bed, 6 drawer
white formica. $150
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wood/ tile firs, scrn pool,
corner lot. Nice location.
5 min to SLW, conv to
195, & schools. $195,000.
Incl. appl. 772-380-3610
TITUSVILLE BEST BUY.
new 4/2 split,1636 sf, 75'x
120', 5 apple's, sprinkler on
well, ceiling fans, window
coverings,near US1 & 50.
$189,900. 321-269-0912
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TITUSVILLE, 3/2/2, 1500
sf, dining/fam. rms, lanai,
fire pl.,new roof,quietdead.
end, $173K-$3K back for
closing. 321-383-8675 or
630-244-4415
VERO BEACH: 2/2, Irg
eat in kitchen w/ upgrade
appis & cherry faced
cabinets. Scrnd in porch,
w/Irg fenced lot. Cnty wtr.
$159,000 772-569-5280.
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PORT ST. LUCIE: East-
port 2/2-1/2 like new, cor-
ner unit w/prof land-'
scaped; fenced, scr,
courtyard. Stainless apple,
carpet & tile. Too much to
list a must see!
$179,900 Loretta
Ness-Borrack, Real Es-
tate Of Florida
772-334-1110, 334-4993,
919-5587 (door opener)
www.Reshots.com
.VERO BEACH Trillium
New TH on, lake, 1864sf,
2br/2.5ba/2cg, den + loft
master 1st/fir. Asking
$217.500. MLIS 48947
O w n e r / A g e n t
561-267-5389

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772-359-0360
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ORANGE- Live Oak Res-
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150x300, private road,
historical oak trees, no,
hoa, middle of town
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EDGEWATER, FL:
Volusia County, 4660
Cow Creek Rd. 5.5
acres Make offer Call
Jon, Beth. 386-409-0548
FORT PIERCE Lakewd
Park 1/4 CLEARED
CORNER lot. Detatched
2 car garage w/electric/
water, ADT alarm
$149,000 obo. Call
772-489-4672 or cell
561-914-1661
N. MERRITT ISL-Brevard
Co. near Kennedy Space
Ctr. Beautiful acre treed.
$250,000. Poss. owner
financing. 321-632-9241
NC BEAUTIFUL Moun-
tain Views! Heavily
wooded with creeks.
Paved Roads. 1-5 acre
lots. Starting at just
$29,900! E-Z Financing!
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Paved Roads. 1-5 acre
lots. Starting at just
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NewYork
Abandoned Farm
6-Acres-$19,900,
Great deal on quality land
priced way below market!
Meadows, woods awe-
some views! Near Coop-
erstown & major lakes
Ideal Country homesite!
Motivated owner will fi-
nancel Hurry!
877-805-5263

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PORT ST LUCIE
14Acres in town
GENTLEMENS FARM
Zoned 6 units to an acre.
Horses ok. $499,000
772-528-4137
SEBASTIAN: Beautiful,
Cleared residential lot
located at 137 Bristol Rd.
Near all schools Call for'
info 772-388-9974 or
713-9954
SEBASTIAN: The High-
lands 3 adjacent lots 80 x
125 on Admiral Circle
Zoned for duplex. Sell
one or all @ $72,900ea
NEG. 772-581-9096 /
772-633-2336
TENNESSEE 20 acres.
Mountain & lake view.
25mi E of Knoyville 3 mi
off exit 421 & I 40.
Development approved
16 1+ acre lots. Asking
$625,000. 561-255-3852
tennesseepropertyonline.
com for pictures & info.
TENNESSEE 48 acres
wooded 4-miles from 165
& Town 50/mi south of
Nashville, several house
sites 1 w/septic system.
$115.00 Will divide.
931-993-9377

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VERO BEACH: 80 X 105
aprrx. Water, sewer,
cleared in area of new
homes. Walk to Highland
Elem $49,900 Financing
by owner 772-468-2250




FORT PIERCE: Golden
Ponds 55+ Immaculate!
2/2 Dblwd washed, new
AC, roof, hot water heat-
er, porch, carport & ext.
paint. Taped & textured
neutral int., Updated
appls, clbhse & htd pool,
no pets/smk $34K obo
772-460-1498
FORT PIERCE:
Remodeled Upgraded
Very Cute. 2br/lba, new
bathroom, large addition
w/living & bedrm, dining
rm, new roof, dbl Carport.
Long driveway, W/D.
$7,000. 772-332-3343
FT. PIERCE: Ridgecrest
Mobile' Home Park,,
2br/1ba. Ready to move
in. $4500, 772-332-0747;
772-461-4073


TERRIFIC
HOBE- SOUND 55+ ac-
tive adult community.
Cambridge. '95 Homes of
Meritt, 2/2+den. Furnish-
ed, own land, carport,
shed. Asking $129,900k
with 'lease option. Pet
friendly. 772-546-6062
772-233-9720
HOBE SOUND: 2/2
Reduce sale, by owner!
Late model. Fleetwood,
beautiful fenced lot! all
elec, deep well, modern
sewage system cable
equip, cinder block
storage bldg w/elec. 6"
thick walls $78,500 neg.
Call 772-240-1460
HOBE SOUND: Cam-
bridge, 55+ park
2br/2ba, Florida room
Own Landl! Will Neg
$72,000.772-546-0353
JENSEN BEACH
Tropical Acres 2-br/2-ba
'Florida Room. All new
appliances. Rent or buy
the [and. Clubhouse &
pool. New sprinklers. Low
Fees. Inside cats OK.
$17,500 negotiable
772-334-2421
JENSEN BEACH:
Ocean Breeze Park 55+
2/1 w/new addition
$25,000, 2/1 must see
$6,500. More to choose
from! 772-334-4093
JENSEN BEACH: 55+
1/1, Large Florida room,
completely furnished 25
Almond, Ocean Breeze
Park. $7,000. Call after
5pm. 772-342-5148

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JUPITER: Suni -Sands,
961 North A1A. 55+ 2/2,
pool, clubhouse, boat
docks. Walk to beach &
restaurants. $32,000.
Call 330-323-7622
MICCO-1692 sf under air:
like new 2/2 w/fam rm +
indr jalousie rm, deeded,
76x1.24,screen rm; resort
community/golf $122,500
772-663-1388/C453-9017
MIMS, NORTH, Pine-
'wood village 2 BR/2 BA.
c-entral heatl/ar FI room
& open porch, storage, lot
rent $238/mo. Asking
$20,900. 321-385-3497 or
321-863-3757
PORT ST. LUCIE:
Savanna Club, 55+,
Active comm. 3716
Spatter Dock Lane,
Vacant, corner lot newly
painted, new carpet,
1280sq.ft, 3 pools &
exercise rooms, golf,
theater, tennis, many
clubs & activities.
$86,900. Call Riverside
100. Remax. Judy Tinney
772-337-9600 341-6444
PORT ST. Lucie:
Spanish Lakes 1 Large
3/2 corner lot, 100%
renovated., Laundry rm
inside, new carpel, prego
firs. -educed $29,900
Call Jack. 772-342-5569
PORT ST. LUCIE
Spanisn Lakes, Golf
Village 108. E Caribbean
on lake 2/2 dblwde,
W/D Ig carport, all
appliances, tiles, lam
floors, price negotiable.
Must see! 772-340-1336
PSL Must see 1988 2
bdrm doublewide w/Ilg
tiled FL room new paint
All new apple. New carpel
in Living rm. New bath-
room. Own the land! Call
Bob @ Comcorde Intl.
772-485-1038
PSL SPANISH LAKES
Golf Village. 2/2 dblwide.
w1d storage shed, car-
port, ig lanai. Reduced
$19.900 or rent April 1st
$1000/mo irnc utilities
772-878-5437: 342-0968
REPOSSESSION FOR
SALE Spanish Lakes
golf community in PSL.
Doublewide mobile
home, 2/2 needs love &
tender care. Make offer.
Call 772-288-6028
SPANISH LAKES Fair-
ways 55+. St Lucie Coun-
ty 2br/2ba+ Florida
Room, 'Carport, Shed,
Furnished. All newly re-
modeled. New roof, a/c, &
water heater. Near golf-
course. active clubhouse
and 2 pools Musi see!
$48,950. 772-461-7631,
cell: 631-804-2733.


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pristine acres. Otfering lA.ke, mounriJin and wooded views, there is something to please even'
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These materials, features and amenities described and depicted herein are based upon current development plans, which are subject to change without notice. No guarantee is made that the features, amenities and facilities
depicted by artists' renderings or otherwise described herein will be provided, or if provided, will be ofthe same type, size or nature as depicted or described, Photographs are not necessarily representative of features,
amenities or activities available within the community. Obtain the Property Report required by Federal law and read it before signing anything. No Federal agency has judged the merits or value, if any, of this property. This
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SPANISH LAKES:
Fairways 55+, built 2000,
1,568 sq ft. 3/2 lake front
home, 10 ft ceilings, in
pristine condition
w/decorator furnishings
(negot). Bank appraisal
2006 $93,000. Priced to
sell $59,900. Call for
appt. 772-467-9304

VERO BEACH Su-rene
2006 2-br/2-ba wood
floors in kit & bath All
new appliances shed &
storm shutters. Water,
sewer, garbage & lawn
care included. $49,500
772-567-5905

VERO BEACH: Citrus
mobile home park, 34th
Av. & 26th St. completely
redone, new roof/siding,
inside firs,. & walls.
Carpet & appis, A/C &
heat. Asking $25,000
OBO. 772-770-0496




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828-292-0365/912-375-6
016

AIKEN, SOUTH Carolina
242 acres with 5 acre
lake, big timber, over
6000 feet of county road
frontage. Call owner
803-640-3497

ALABAMA LAND SALE
10,000+ acres in 70+
tracts Timberland,
farmland, & development
property. Statewide
sealed bid. Bids are due
in AlaLandCo office
4:00pmC.S.T. 4/3/2007.
www.AlaLandCo.com
1-866-751-LAND (5263)


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2-1/2 Football Field sized
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total). Free recorded in-
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BEAUTIFUL TENNES-
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breathtaking views high
afop Cumberland Moun-
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River access, bluff views,
streams, virgin like forest.
Ideal for hunting, fishing
ATV, horseback riding.
Near Dale Hollow Lake,
perfect for cabin, vaca-
tion home, permanent
residence. Utilities,
paved roads. Great in-
vestment / retirement
property. Owner financ-
ing from $29,900. Cen-
trally located near Nash-
ville, Knoxville, Chatta-
nooga. 931- 839-2968,
888-939-2968
BIG RIVER Acreage By
Owner, 260acres,
comes with cabin. Hill-
top setting w/view of
3200' of frontage along
Ohio Muskingum River.
Beautiful mostly wood-
ed property. $549,000.
Call 740-489-9146
Boone, North Carolina-
Beautiful Victorian with
White Picket Fence in
Great Area! 4/2.5/2, Fire-
place w/ Gas Logs, Huge
Laundry, 4k sq, .57 acre
$379,900. 828-773-6312
Photos of Home at www.
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CHATTANOOGA Year
old farm house 4/2.5/2+
bonus room. Almost 4
acres pasture. Upgrades
Wrap around porch.
Great for Horses
$434,500. 772-589-9952
COASTAL GA. 135+ AC,
$249,900! GA/FL border.
Mature pines, abundant
wildlife. Only an Hour
from Jacksonville, FL!
Call Now 1-904-206-5114
x1198
COLORADO 40 acres
$28,000. Nice valley land
near mountains. Good
road access. fishing,
hunting, ranching, farm-
ing area. .$500 down.'
$350 monthly. Call owner
.806-376-8690
ELLIJAY GA 1.77ac
320+ft Creekfront. Lots of
wildlife. Perk test. Build
your cabin in the woods.
$41,900 561-818-9226
email kanati@aol.com
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828-837-6363


FL Land Bargains. 5 to
100 Acres 30% to 50%
below market. Call
1-866-352-2249, x1201
FREE VACATION Ten-
nessee Mtns Free Va-
cation to visit our
mountain acreage com-
munity overlooking the
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706-657-7655
GA LAND BARGAINS!
20+ AC Great price,
location and financing!
www.gaforest.com
GA/FL Border Huge
Savings! 23.55 AC, only
$99,900 (Was $124,900)
Coastal region. Wooded,
loaded with wildlife. Easy
Drive to. St.. Simons Is-
land! Subdivision Poten-
tial! Call Now
1-800-898-4409 x1157
GEORGIA
THE SANCTUARY
on Lake Sinclair.
Lottery for Waterfront lots
in gated community.
Ground floor pricing.
Limited reservations.
Remax Lake Oconee.
1-888-485-5700
Jonathan or Tommy
GEORGIA
223+ acres Gilmer Coun-
ty. 1 mile county road
frontage, creeks, bot-
tomland, ridges, views,
wildlife, great Investment
or develop. $12,500/acre
Own e r/A'g e nt
706-273-6938

GEORGIA LAND 165ac
SE of .Atlanta Great
Investment. Residential
-development. Wooded,
Hunting, double road
frontage. Elec & Phone.
$6800 per acre. Nikki
Mckinley ReMax Lake
Oconee. nikkimckinley.com
1-478-71!9-4335 or
1-706-485-5700
GEORGIA LAND
North Central 1-10 acre
tracts. Beautiful wooded
homesites. Terrific invest-
ment w/financing avail-
able. Beautiful weather
year round.
Limited availability
Starting $5,500/acre.
706-364-4200
GEORGIA PASTURE
LAND w/pond 116acs.
will divide into 41acs. &
_75acs. $2600/acre.
Mature timberland 20acs.
road frontage. For the
best buys & land call
Riverland 706-840-2136
Georgia The Sanctuary
on Lake Sinclair. Lottery
for Waterfront lots in
gated community.
Ground floor pricing.
Limited reservations.
Remax Lake Oconee.
1-888-485-5700
Jonathan or Tommy

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GEORGIA
WOODED HOMESITES
1-10 acres.LOW TAXES!
Beautiful weather year
round. Terrific investment
w/owner financing avail.
Limited availability (US
Citizenship not required.)
Starting $5,500/acre.
706-364-4200
GEORGIA, 1000+ft.
frontage on creek with
rushing shoals. Great
building sites. City water
available. $14,000/acre,
total of 34 acres.
O w n e r/Agen t
706-273-6938
GEORGIA, ELLIJAY, 77
acres, grt mtn view, 35'
creek & 800' river front-"
age, 12acres in pasture.
$38K/acre commercial or
residential. Great for in-
vestment. 706-889-7777
ILLINOIS
Adjoining Shawnee
National Forest. Access
to 250,000acs. Trophy
deer & turkey hunting.
Creeks & Ohio River
w/tremendous fishing.
lac. $900/down,
$155/mo. 5ac.
$1800/down. $315/mo.
270-791-2538
www.ActionOutfitter.com

KENTUCKY West Ken-
tucky 300 acres availa-
ble. World Class Deer
Hunting. Also 2,000
acres available, rolling
hills. Call for more info.
270-556-3576

KENTUCKY LAND
26 acres. Beautiful spring
fed lake, building site..
Great fishing, deer &
turkey hunting, $77,900.
1 Acre $500/down,
$105/month.
Call 270-999-0179
LAFAYETTE COUNTY:
Must Sell! 5 acre tracts.
Home site or investment.
Financing avail. $59,000
ea. Owner/Broker Daniel
Crapps Agency, Inc.
1-800-805-7566
LAKE MARION S.C. 2
acres, excellent build-
ing site. No Impact Fee,
Low taxes and insur-
ance. $22,900 Owner
.Financing .
803-473-7125
Luxury Ski/Vacation
home. Fish for trout in
your front yard, only 8
miles to closest ski area.
Easy access to Denver &
Summit County. www.
realtor.com/
prop/1067355303
MOUNTAIN MEADOWS
in Elilay, GA. 3+ Acre
Level: racks. Mountain
Views and Common Area
on Trout Stream For All
Owners To Enjoy.
$49,000 $59,000. Fin.
Avail.- New Number
1-706-636-2040 www.
creeksandmountains.com


LAND AUCTION 200
props must be sold! Low
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Catalog 1-866-952-6393
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NRLL East: AB2509,
Bulzluk: AU3448, Johnson:
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N.C. Asheville 7 unit
Mobile Park Incls. land &
mobiles, 1 dblwd.
$280,000. Can partly
finance. Call Owner,
Howard 828-216-4711;
321-456-5710
N.C. MOUNTAINS New
mtn chalet. Custom bit
1280sf cedar chalet on
2.46ac $89,900.
Cathedral ceilings, lots of
glass, small creek & EZ
to finish 828-286-1666
N.C.I GEORGIA
MOUNTAINS-
World's greatest views
Homesites starting
$39,900. Land/ Log home
package kits $99,900.
Waterfalls, creeks, rivers,
lakes. Pre-construction
discounts. Limited availa-
bility.
1-888-389-3504 x600
NC LAND:
43acs. huge waterway,
new 1100sf cabin, 2
more homesites, deer,
turkey, fish, geese,
AWESOME: $299K.
Near Raleigh.
WE FLYYOU INI Pics:
owner@newbranch.com;
919-693-8984

SPECIAL
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Beautiful 2BR/ 2BA, fully
furnished w/ wrap-around
deck & hot tub. Like New!
On rental program. Great
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704-564-0807
Southern Winds Realty
NORTH CAROLINA
Log Cabin $89,900. E-Z
to finish interior on a
acre site. Mountain
homesites 1-8 acres
w/dramatic views!
Paved access, utilities.
E-Z Financing.
828-247-9966
NORTH CAROLINA
Mountain cabin shell on
private 1.3 acre site.
$129,900. 2-10 acre
mountain top homesites
w/dramatic views.
$39,900+up.
828-652-8700
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St. MurphyNC
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NORTH CAROLINA-
MURPHY- 1.25 acres.
W/septic permit, ready to
build. Paved rd. Will clear
for house and driveway
site. $48,900. Nice laying
lot. 386-956-8916.
NORTH GEORGIA Mtns
Georgia Prime real es-
tate. Your mountain spe-
cialist. Call for log cabins,
creek, river, lakefront
lots, acreage. Call for
free brochure or informa-'
tion about any listings.
1-877-632-1192 www.
georgiaprime.com

OHIO RIVER ACREAGE
260 Acres w/3200 Ft of
frontage on the Muskin-
gum River, hilltop proper-
ty. Just $2200/acre. Call
740-489-9146
ST. SIMONS Island, GA.
(between Jacksonville &
Savannah), 4/3/2 home +
library, custom built low
country style new home
in coastal new, gated
community, 10 min to
ocean, 2,600 sq ft livea-
ble, Quality throughout in
golfers paradise & sur-
rounded by live Oak trees
w/Spanish moss. Low
taxes & ins. No hurri-
canes in 100 yrs.
$549,000 561-630-7792




TALLAHASSEE Invest-
ment property! .Rented
until August '07 at
$1100/month. .37 acre w/
3 BR/2 BA house. Locat-
ed near FSU, TCC, FA-
MU. Awesome rental
property for students and
families! $142,000/obo.
Call Kyle at 321-749-9453


SOUTH CAROLINA -
Aiken. 1020 acres, Cull-
owhee Plantation, excel-
lent hunting, big timber,
surrounded by county
roads, near 1-20.
www.southcarolinaplantat
ion.com. Call owner
803-640-3497
TENNESSEE LARGE
Land Sale 500 + / -
acres minutes from Fall
Creek Falls State Park
Road or Creek Frontage
$1,100,000.
931-946-2697 Ext. 3

TENNESSEE -
Premier Land Sales!
Ready to' invest, retire,
build your dream home or
relocate? 1-3 acre home
sites. Natural waterfalls,
placid lakes, breathtaking
bluffs, & grassy hillocks,
paved roads, utilities.
Horseback riding, fishing,
golf, white water rafting,
scenic railroad rides.
Owner financing, low
down. Introductory Prices
Starting $19,900.
1-888-811-2158;
www.TNLots.com

TENNESSEE
1-3ac. homesites.
Premier Land Sales!
Waterfalls, lakes, bluffs,
& utilities. Horseback
riding, golf, fishing, white
water rafting. Owner
financing, low down.
Starting $19,900.
1-888-281-5456;
www.TNLots.com

TEN NESSEE
Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge
area New Const. Lake &
mtn views. 4/3 5200sf. on
.8AC. Hardwood, tile,
carpet flooring. Granite
kitchen tops, appliances.
Main level MBRPw trey
ceiling. Fireplace on each
level. Finished daylight
lower level w/wet, bar.
Covered porch oversized
deck & patio. $895,000
1-865-484-1577
http://webpages.charter.net/a
newhome

Tennessee Lake Bar-
gain 3+ Acres $19,900.
Free Boat Slips! Save
$5000 during
pre-construction sale!
Enjoy access to private,
Jimmy Houston endorsed
bass lake. Paved roads,
utilities, soils tested.
Lakefront available. Ex-
cellent financing. Call
n o w
1-866-685-2562,x1008
TENNESSEE Mountains
Bear Trace Golf Resort.
Lakefront 5/2. Oversized
2 car garage. Large eat in
kitchen, glass sunroom,
Fireplace, wet bar &
more. Separate cottage.
Boat docks/w electricity.
Beautifully landscaped.
$895,000 931-962-0313
1-478-934-4816


TENNESSEE Mountain
Land Start At $500 Down
Only $140 Month No
Banks Needed 52 1-3
Acre Tracts Bluff Views
& Creek Beautiful Build-
able Land 800.-
330-3390 jdlrealty.com
TENNESSEE PLATEAU
You got this! 33.56 Acres,
of Development property,
paved roads, utilities.
This tract will sell!
$135,000. 931-946-5263
The Beautiful Mountains
of N.C. Outstanding
views, custom log
homes, creeks, wooded
properties, acreage,
mini-farms, Vacation
rental get-a-ways Free
brochure. Investors Re-
alty, Inc. 1-800-497-3334
www.investorsrealtyinc.com
TIMBERLAND SALE -
GA, NC, SC & VA Rivers,
Creeks, Rolling Hills,
Level, Bottom Land,
Hardwoods, Pine, Excel-
lent Hunting!
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Paper Co.
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ORLANDO- Oak Planta-
tion Resort. 1/1 apt,
sleeps 4. Trade any-
where in the world throw
RCI. $13,000 value, only
$4500. 772-221-0013
TIMESHARE RESALES
Sell today for Cash! No
commissions or broker
fees. Don't delay Go to
www.sellatimeshare.com
or Call 1-800-640-6886
TIMESHARE RESALES
The cheapest way to buy,
sell, and rent timeshares.
No Commissions or
Broker fees. Call
1-800-640-6886 or go to
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Fort Pierce 8 Plex 8 ef-
fancciancys rented week-
ly makes $7000-
$8000/mo. Reduced
$75K good area. $375k
954-815-7173
LAKEWOOD PARK -
Reduced Price 1.8+/- Ac
Zoned Neighborhood
commercial. Will divide
Next to 4 communities.
Portofino, Spanish Lakes,
Holiday Pine & Indian
Pine. Can build 12000
sqft. building $690,000.
772-240-1493
PRIME Comer PLAZA-
Daytona BEACHSIDE.
4. stores. Bldg. & Land
on SEABREEZE BLVD.
9375 sq.ft: Middle off 3
Banks. $975 K. or Make
Offer. MUST SELL.
OWNER (386)255-6962


STUARTIPALM CITY
2 dynamite locations
1000 to 30000 sq ft.
1-95/turnpike exposure.
Eileen T O'Grady Realty
772-285-7594






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High Volume/ Great Rep-
utation. 386-837-5300.
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ANGELO
BUYS HOUSES
Cash any condition.
Handyman, fire dam-
aged, distressed, va-
cant or occupied. Ahy-
where in FL! Apts./
Comm., residential. No
deal too big or small.
Quick closing.
1-800-SELL-181 or
1-954-816-4363

A HURRY TO SELL?
No equity? No problem!
We buy quick all cash.
Call 561-222-1968

TREY BUYS HOUSES!
WHY take an, offer when
you can sell to the highest
bidder? Quick cash. No
commissions. Call Jason
at 954-816-8916

CASH in three days for
you house! Hatfield Call
772-216-1565

Jensen Beach, Stuart,
Port St Lucie ok, 3/2 or
2/2 Owner Financed
Home w/ no money
down. Please call
772-692-2165
MR. AHERN buys homes
foreclosed & distressed.
Quick questionnaire,
quick inspection & quick
closing! 772-224-0784




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FORT PIERCE Delight-
ful safe & convenient
rooms. 903 N 20th St.
Each room has it's own
microwave, frig & A/C
unit. Lge lot w/bar-b-que
area in the backyard. En-
tirely renovated. Don't
wait these rooms won't
last, from $120 weekly.
Delphine 772-461-2037
FORT PIERCE weekly
rental. Big efficiency fully
furn. all Utilities, Cable
included. Good area.
$225/per week.
954-815-7173
PORT ST. LUCIE Blvd/
Floresta. 3/2 Pool home.
Pet friendly. Furn room.
$155/wk, incl everything.
$310 to move in. Please
Ive Msg. 772-418-0858
PORT ST. LUCIE
WEST: MASTER BR w/
private bath (Roman tub
& shower). Spacious 3/2
in quiet neighborhood.
Kitchen privileges, laun-
dry, cable, $140/week +
1/3 utilities. Responsible
non-smoker, no pets.
772-979-3920
PORT ST. LUCIE: 3/2/2
Split Plan. Security sys,
full house priv. Canal
front 901 SW Jacqueline
Ave. Starting at $425
Call 561-307-2502
PORT ST. LUCIE: Share
3/2 home, pool. Close to
1-95 & Tpke, No pets,
Avail now. $650/mo. +
half utilities. $250
deposit. References
required. 772-240-2487
el II II II

WHITE CITY: Room for
rent in big 3/2/2. Nice
neighborhood! Full house
priv, laundry, priv bath.
$550/mo incld's water!
Move in for $500 +
$100sec. Call today!
772-940-2139

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STUART: Beach Walk
Condo at IRP. 2br/2ba,
Avail May thru mid Oc-
tober for summer
$2000/mo Incld's all! Call
231-582-7696 or- cell
231-645-0939 E-mail
goste@gaslightmedia.net
VERO BEACH, Sebas-
tian: rentals starting at
$900, annual, seasonal,
furnished, unfurnished.
Call Paul Rogers; Broker
772-231-9121, 473-7009





FORT PIERCE weekly
rental. Big efficiency fully
furn. all Utilities, Cable
included. Good area.
$225/per week
954-815-7173
FORT PIERCE: High
Point 55+ gated comm.
2br/2ba, grand floor, pool,
& clubhouse. Spacious,
$900/mo. incl. Utilities.
Call 772-332-3911
FORT PIERCE: South
Beach, 1/1, Fully
furnished. Long term
employed, or seasonal.
Must like big dog.
$250/wk. Utilities up to
$125. 772-464-7257
FT PIERCE HIGH POINT
1/1. 55+. New applian-
ces, tile floors. Updated
baths, no pets $675/mo
annual lease, call in the
evenings. 772-343-8197
HOBE SOUND Studio
close to beach. Electric,
water, cable, Inc. W/D no
pets or smoking $825/mo
772-546-6226
HOBE SOUND: 2/1,
Bright, Clean. Carpet,
tile. Extras, NR shgps,
bch. $885/mo; Also 1/1.
No pets. For peace, &
quiet. Call 772-708-0731
INDIALANTIC BEACH,
Direct Ocean I! Furn 1/1,
2nd Fl w/ balcony, pool.
Util incl. Avail 5/1 for 7mo
$1500mo. 229-291-8414
JUNO BEACH: Oc9an
Trace 2/2 Condo over-
looks lake & pool in
comm. Granite counters
& hrdwd firs. $1275/mo
Call 561-951-3404
Avail furn or unfurn
www.oceantrace.com


PORT ST. LUCIE: 3/2
Squeaky clean, tile
through out, Large
Bedroorrns, great kitchen.
$825/month. Close to
everything. 754-246-0223

STUART ON The Water
Mantee Pocket area. 2/1
newly redecorated. No
pets IF/L/S $1,100.
772-288-2957

STUART Spectacular
sunsets. Adorable fully
furnished 1/1 on St. Lucie
River $755 w/lease or
short term inc utilities.
Smaller 1/1 w/carport
$645 inc utilities. Large
1/1 unfurnished $625
dockage avail. Great
location. 772-834-6167

STUART VISTA DEL
LAGO 1st fir. 55+ fully
furnished. W/D on prem-
ises Club-house, Swim-
ming, golfcourse.
$675/mo + sec. Sell $85k
772-288-1132

VERO BEACH Spindrift
Gated Community
DIRECT OCEAN FRONT
2-br/2-ba Exquisitely
furnished. Pool, granite,
all appliances. $1400/mo
Avail April 443-235-9256





WATERFRONT LIVING
PALM COAST Brand
new 2br/2ba condo.
Steps from pool, walking
paths, canoes & more.
Avail. April 1st.
$1375/me. 386-527-2297




FORT PIERCE Indian
River Estates 2/2/1 Lg
fenced bk yd w/scrn
porch, tile thru out, refs
req $950 dep + $950/mo
Call 772-461-6077

FT. PIERCE 3/1 Com-
pletely renovated from
top to bottom Tile, car-
pet, wood cabinets, SS
appl. HVAC, ceiling fans.
$950/mo, + Security
www.lease-options.com
561-414-7355


HOBE SOUND:
Waterfront 3-br/2-ba with
extra large garage. Pool,
spacious kitchen, split
plan, $2500/mo annual
or $3000/mo seasonal.
772-546-2303


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N. Palm Bch. Unique
3/2/2 on 1 acre. Terazza
Floors. Spacious, big-
screened in porch, large
attached utility building
/storage. $1 800/mr.:
561-312-4709

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River Park area.
Large 3/2 1900sf.,'
under air,
No pets/smoker, com-
pletely remodeled, all
appliances new. Large
Family room w/
Fireplace.
1st & last security.
Call

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3ba/2bal3cg., 2.768 sq ft'
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Near 95 0 3 mIles awa/
12500/mo 561-876.-482
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PORT ST. LUCIE: 2/2/1
near Airoso on large lot,
newly painted & carpet-
ed, all appliances,
$900/mo F/L.S avail
immed. 772-2J.0-2545
PORT ST. LUCIE 302/1
on 1/2 acre in heart of
town, Beautiful home
w/scr porch w/outside
bar. All appliances, pets
welcome. M.:.je n $490
1st mo +FiS open to
lease option Bes- deal ,r,
town! 772-26.60u82
PORT ST. LUCIE:
3br/2ba/2cg with fireplace
& fence, pets ok. F&S
$1300/mo. 772-349-7005
PORT ST. LUCIE: 4/2/2
Brand new, with fridge1
stove, double dutch,
D/W, W/D & microwave.'
$1400/mo. + security.
772-971-3354 Call Tony.

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of the Tri-State. 2/2 Log
Cabin w/Fireplace. Wrap
around deck. All ameni-
ties incl. Pet Friendly
Come stay for a week
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min. for $285. Call
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country! Cavender Creek
Cabins. 1,2,3 BR cabins
w/hot tubs, Satellite TV.
Take our virtual tour@
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1-866-373-6307
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N. Carolina Murphy 2/2
chalet w/fireplace. Enjoy
sparkling lakes, crisp
clean air & friendly folks.
fish, white water rafting &
so much more. Reserve
now for 2007! $450/wk.
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Ft. Pierce, 3/2/2, Indian
river, big water view, deep
water pier, Mediterranean
style w/pool. $2250/mo.
FLS. 847-212-6767
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'Branb 'new 'home. All
new appliances. Nice
area, has canal in
backyard. $1475/mo.
561-722-6509


PORT ST. LUCIE:
Lovely 3br poss 4th, 2ba,
close to shopping. Any
credit. Rent purch. Opt.
ClubMed. From $1100/m.
954-678-7543;
866-659-5841 EXT 1032
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Brand new, Tradaon
area, 2600 square feet.
$1250/mo. 561-722-8543
SEBASTIAN LARGE
4br/2 ba brand new CBS
homes. Low rent & move
in. Sec welcome. Call
772-413-8940
STUART 4br/2ba with
New Carpet & A/C. Large
Backyard with Hot Tub
$1450/mo or Sell $269k
Discount Buyers Realty
772-634.0784
STUART North River
Shores. 909 Terrace Rd
Updated Lg 2 brl2ba/lcq
wjienced yard & WID
Small Pet OK $1150imo
F/L'S 772-349-1839

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V,EIRO .BEACR. New
4-br/3-ba/2 On the Lake.
Waterway village, gated
community. Includes all
appliances. Tile floors,
carpet in bedrooms.
Screened Lanai. Comm
pool, Clubhouse, tennis,
$1550/mo + security.
1-239-249-9055
VERO BEACH, Sebas-
tian: rentals starting at
$900, annual, seasonal,
furnished, unfurnished.
Call Paul Rogers: Broker
772-231-9121,473-7009
VIERA, 3BR 2BA 2 Car
Garage Split Plan Great
cul-de-sac Lakefront.
community pool Imonin
$1300 321-638-1213
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FT. PIERCE: Surrey
Woods. 2/2, Gated
Comm. Lots of ameni-
ties, totally renovated.
Asking. $800/mo.
954-649-0789/922-3204
STUART Crystal Lake
Luxury Townhomes. Se-
cluded community with
spacious 2br/2ba that in-
clude 24hr Fitness Center
& W/D hook-ups. Small
pets ok. Ask about our
move in specials. Call
772-223-1224
STUART NEW White
Marsh Reserve 3/2.5/2 +
Loft. Overlooks preserve.
$1700/mo 6/mo to 1 yr
lease. Appls incl. Polo
Park RIty 561-202-7969

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Brand New townhome w/
lakeview. 3/3/1 Open
weekends. Call for ad-
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FT. PIERCE 1/1 priv.
fenced yard, Newly re-
modeled, tile, A/C Unit.
$625/mo Section 8 Wel-
come, 1005 Mayflower
Rd. Call 786-285-8872
FT. PIERCE 3/1, all
new, Central air, tile
throughout, $750/mo.
Section 8 Welcome. 422
North 18th Street.
786-285-8872
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HUTCHINSON IS. Du-
plex 3/2, nice, Ig, A/C,
parking, all appliances &
W/D. Community ameni-
ties. $1,000/mo. $2000/
move in. 221 Balboa St.
954-394-9832
STUART: Golden Gate,
2/1, $950 month.
Includes water, $950
deposit. Most pets okay.
772-834-9192



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FT. PIERCE: 2br/2ba Lg
Mobile home in a pleas-
ant environment w/
clbhse & rec room! Close
to beaches, shops &
more. $550/mo F & S
Call Juan 561-281-3365
Call Classified and sell
it fast!


HOBE SOUND: 55+ 2/2
furn, Ig scrnd patio,
carport, W/D, non-smkrs.
$750/mo. Yearly + Elect.
& Sec. Seasonal, 2 mo.
min. Call 561-542-0125
Plantation Manor 45+.
New Year Deall Gated
community, 2 bedrooms.
$500 will move you in +
Application fee. Month to
Month. 772-465-0990
PORT ST Lucie Spanish
Lakes I. 55+ 2-br/2-ba
carport, storage shed
Furnished clean. No
smoking, no pets, pool
golf clubhouse quiet'
area. $750/mo plus
security 772-398-8005
772-214-2257
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SPANISH LAKES Fair-
ways 55+. St Lucie Coun-
ty. 2br/2ba+ Florida
Room, Carport, Shed,
Furnished. All newly re-
modeled. New roof, a/c &
water heater. Active club-
house,2 pools. No pets,
no smoking. $700/mo
annual. $1000/mo sea-
sonal. Option to buy.
772-461-7631, cell 631-
804-2733.





PORT ST. LUCIE Pro-
fessional office space to
share, Prime Port St.
Lucie Blvd. location,
phones, copier, furnish-
ed, internet, great space
for Real Estate Broker or
Insurance Agent Busi-
ness. 772-285-6558


STUART Contractors
Showcase Warehouse.
Approx, 1050sqft f6r rent,
$1,200/mo 305-298-8667




HOBE SOUND
*Secure Storage
Boats & Rvs
*Warehouse Space 500ft
772-545-9477

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CHRYSLER LABARON
conv 1986. Orig owner
mint cond. 17500 -orig
miles, white/red int. Cold
A/C Asking $10800.
561-746-2944 Tequesta.
CLASSIC '77 Red
Corvette coupe L82,
Factory A/C, PS, all
original numbers. Garage
kept. $14,800. Can be
seen in Barefoot Bay.
772-664-5329



ACURA LEGEND: '94,
org. owner, looks brand
new, 4, new tires, A/C,
sunrf, leather int. loaded
must see!! 772-465-8008
BLOWN HEAD GAS-
KET? State of the art
2-part carbon metallic
chemical process. Repair
yourself. 100% guaran-
teed. 1-866-780-9041
www.RXAuto.com
BMW 2000 5281, 4 door,
Fully- loaded. 55k mi, 6 cd
player. Front & side air
bags. Silver. $15,500
561-627-1731
BMW 5451 05, Sport
pkg, Auto, A/C, P/W,P/L,
Low mi Black/Tan, Leath-
er Sunroof, Alloy Wheels.
$40,990 Carls Buick Pon-
tiac GMCl-800-596-0484
CADILLAC DEVILLE:
'96, Full sized American
Luxury Sedan! Power
everything. V8, 4dr, auto,
Leather int., Champagne
with Dark carriage roof.
$4950 772-429-0202


CHEVROLET: Cavalier
2004, 4 Door, 26,000
miles, '$7500. Call
772-464-6373
CHEVY CORVETTE : '88
coupe, Yellow w/ tan Irthr
int, many new parts. Nice
condition. $6000.
772-696-0041
CHEVY MALIBU 2005
12K miles, Excellent con-
dition! A/C, power every-
thingl CD Player. Original
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Martin County are very optimistic. in the past year.
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tin County Chamber of Commerce, up and people ar
said the chamber's membership has
increased dramatically in the past | See OUTLOOK, E3
year. He attributes this to increased
services provided by the chamber,
but also an increased spirit of cooper-
ation among area businesses.
"When the hurricanes caused a lot
of damage, it affected many business-
es, including the chamber," said Mr.
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Celebrates 50th Anniversary

The Martin County Credit union is celebrating 50 years of service to
Martin County Residents. The Credit Union opened its doors in 1957 as a
non-profit, member owned, financial cooperative with a little over $1 million
dollars in assets. As the county has grown, so has the credit union, which
now boasts over $14 million in assets. The Martin County Credit Union
was originally chartered as the Martin County Teachers Credit Union in
order to serve the school district.
Conveniently located at 1993 South Kanner Highway in Stuart, the
credit union offers its' members a sensible and secure approach to finan-
cial planning. Anyone can join the credit union if they work or live in Martin
County. The members families are also encouraged to join no matter
where they live or work and memberships are for a lifetime. Employer
groups within Martin County include the City of Stuart, the Sheriff's
Department, the Martin County School District and other facilities.
The minimum fee to open an account is easy to afford at just $20 dol-
lars. A reserve of $5 dollars minimum balance in a membership savings
account is required. For 16 years the credit union has held a five star rat-
ing with the Bauer Financial Report, an independent bank rating firm.
President and CEO Guy Martin said, "We pay competitive interest rates
to our depositors to keep them as members and we also want to acquire
new members. Our establishment is providing quality service to our mem-
bers and that means everything. Having the trust of our customers is
important to us. We emphasize healthy investments and support solid eco-
nomic growth within the community."
"Any careful financial plan to diversify should include becoming a credit
union member. Because we provide lower interest on home equity loans,
loans on new and used autos, boats and RV's and since we know our cus-
tomers on a personal level we can better provide for their individual needs.
Our "HomeWorks" equity loans are fixed rate and lines of credit. All club
accounts carry no fees. We also offer our members such services as credit
counseling, debt consolidation, CD's and checking accounts, Martin said.
"What makes our credit union work is that we encourage controlled
growth, offer long term customer service, and being a small institution we
can control expenses better. We can take an informal view regarding our
members and address their specific needs. We also offer a lot of free serv-
ices. We are very successful, but we aren't looking to be the "biggest dog
on the porch", we're looking to be the most trusted and friendly, Martin g
said.
The Martin County Credit Union also offers members a sensible and
secure approach to financial planning through offerings such as the IQ
Club, Premier Club, Holiday Club, Certificates of Deposit, Visa credit and
Debit cards, lots of free services and much more.
For more information on benefits and services being offered by the
credit union, call 772-287-4057 or fax them at 772-286-6492. Go online to
learn more at Martincountycu.com. Office hours are from 10:00 am to 5:00
pm, -Monday through Friday.


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haven't been here in five
or 10 years," said Mr.
Rose.
Mr. Rose said Martin
County has experienced a
steady two percent
increase in population
over the past several
years, a positive sign for a
community that does not
want to see an explosion
in growth.
"It's a slow growth and it
will continue to be a slow
growth," said Mr. Rose.
"So even though someone
qould build 140 houses,
they may only build 82 to
be cooperative and to be
what everyone in the
community wants it to
be."
Cesar Perez, economic
specialist with Martin
County Growth Manage-
ment Department, con-
firmed that the slow
growth in population at
two percent has been
occurring since 2000. At
present, the population in
Martin County is estimat-
ed to be 147,155 said Mr.
Perez.
Mr. Perez said Martin
County has the lowest
unemployment rate when
compared with the sur-
rounding counties of St.
Lucie and Palm Beach.
The unemployment rate
in Martin County for Jan-
uary, 2007 was 3.6 per-
cent.
For the year 2006, the
average rate for Martin
County was 3.4 percent,
compared to 4.2 percent
in St. Lucie County and
3.6 percent in Palm Beach
County.
Mr. Perez said the addi-
tion of businesses such as
Torrey Pines in St. Lucie
County and Scripps
Research Institute in-
northern Palm Beach


County will not have a
dramatic impact on the
local employment scene.
"It may spark some peo-
ple to come into the area,"
said Mr. Perez, "but for
the overall economy, we
expect the service fields
to create more jobs for the
future economy.
"Martin County, as
expected, is very services
oriented. The population
here drives the demand
for services, including
health care and other per-
sonal services, in addition
to hotels, restaurants and
retail."
In September, 2006,
the Business Develop-
ment Board of Martin
County presented several
local organizations with
an Industry Appreciation
Award.
Martin Memorial Health
Systems, Martin County's
largest private employer,
was one of those awarded.
Richmond Harman,
president and chief exec-
utive officer of Martin
Memorial said the biggest
impact the health system
has had on the economy.
is the addition last year of
the Frances Langford
Heart Center.
"Everybody focuses on
saving lives that wouldn't
have been saved before
we opened," said Mr. Har-
man.
"But the unsung piece of
this is that before we
opened it, about $50 mil-
lion per year was spent in
Palm Beach County and
other counties. Now that
money is coming here,
and that has a significant
economic impact in Mar-
tin County," he said.
Mr. Perez stated
growth in the county is
expected to continue as


the baby boomer genera-
tion retires and looks to
Florida for a home..
"Migration, not birth, is
what brings people to
Florida," said Mr. Perez.
"That's what is fueling the
population growth, and
we expect that to contin-
ue."
Both Mr. Rose and Mr.
Perez agree that concerns
over property insurance
and property tax increas-
es will drive the future
economic forecast, but
they are cautiously opti-
mistic on this front.
"I think that our govern-
ment officials are looking
at these issues and are
dealing with them, so I
don't think it's hurting our
area" said Mr. Rose,
adding, "It will be a main
topic of our state legisla-
ture, and I think there will
be relief in those particu-
lar areas."
Mr. Rose believes that
the lifestyle offered by
Martin County will con-
tinue to draw tourists and
residents alike. He cited
the fact that the increase
in gas prices did not nega-
tively affect the economy
as experts suspected it
would.
"We have something
unique here," said Mr.
Rose. "People like this
lifestyle and want to live
here."
Mr. Rose said Martin
County is known for slow,
responsible growth,
which helps maintain the
quaintness of the area.
"There is limited hous-
ing, and there will contin-
ue to be limited housing,
but the economy will con-
tinue to grow, because
Martin County's charm is
one of its biggest assets,"
he said.


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This home portrayed a Mediterranean style combined with classic elegance. "When we went into Stone Expo for the first time we were merely looking for an accent mosaic for the
bathroom. Mr. Mitchell told me. "We had already signed a contract to have a honed and filled travertine installed in fat mud so we weren't shopping for flooring. After being educated
in the differences in the product I had previously settled on, I gave Stone Expo a blueprint of my home and asked them to come up with some ideas and a price.' When they came back
with the final result, I was shocked to see that they were in line with the previously quoted flooring, but could offer so much more," he continued. The smallest details were considered when
completing this project, the use of a slate border in the billiard room, the subtle Asian influence in the dining room mosaic dots to work with an antique oriental table, even an almost
naked to the eye Monogram of the letter "M" on the keystone over the fireplace. Again, the master bathroom astounded me. Delicate vines and acanthus leaves covered the entire floor.
Stone profiles bordered the niches and acted as a crown molding against the ceiling and stone baseboards completed the look. "This room is my favorite in the whole house,"says Debbie
Mitchell, "When I'm in here I feel like I've been transported to the most exclusive private spa in the world." The kitchen boasted a gorgeous natural stone backsplash that complemented
the choice of granite, and also tied together the summer kitchen elements. The office floor was a strong gold colored travertine that set the dark natural woods off perfectly. The house
was truly amazing. ,
After hearing all that Stone Expo can offer, you'll be surprised to hear that the pricing is not much different than a quality porcelain tile, but the value is far surpassed. The fact is you
can get a natural stone floor for almost the same cost of quality ceramic or porcelain products trying to duplicate the look of stone. And what you get is so much more. When I left Stone
Expo I felt truly educated on the choices available to me and the pros and cons of each. I had knowledge of the entire process, from conception to completion, with installation that
would be handled by a team of professionals that strive for excellence in their work.
If you are looking to build or remodel a house, consider a visit to Stone Expo in Jensen Beach at the Home Depot shopping center and meet Gregg and the other members of the Stone
Expo family. I guarantee you'll walk out knowing everything you need to know and you'll be glad you did!


STONE EXPO,

A GALLERY OF EXTRAORDINARY NATURAL STONE

The first time I walked into Stone Expo in Jensen Beach, I immediately realized that this store was like none I'd ever seen. Museum quality mosaic artwork adorned the walls and the
floors were covered with extraordinary natural stone tiles in different colors and patterns. I was greeted and welcomed into the showroom in a way that reminisced of being given a tour
of a gallery. If I weren't impressed already, once I started speaking with owner Gregg Bozenbury, I was truly in awe.
Stone Expo is a flooring store, specializing in antiqued marble, granite, and travertine, with a full line of decorative mosaics and accent pieces. But what makes this store so unique is the
fact that they make everything that they display. A talented group of stone artisans create the beautiful mosaic work and skilled and experienced stone masons cut, shape and finish the
breathtaking flooring. They are not just a reseller of ordinary flooring, they are truly creators of the most striking natural stone work I've ever seen.
This idea started in 1995 when Gregg was supplying and handling the installation of travertine at a home on Sailfish Point. The decorator on the job asked about certain stone prod-
ucts that were not currently available. She said that she was tired of the same product line currently being offered and needed something new and innovative to offer her clients. The
trend was moving towards tumbled and antiqued stone flooring for a more comfortable and warm feeling. At the time "antiqued"stone was available only up to a certain size, but at the
same time the style was drifting6towards larger tiles for larger homes. Gregg wanted to create a line that fulfilled both size and finish requirements. Memories of a tour he did in Europe
while in the military brought back visions of cobblestone streets and sidewalks made out of solid stone slabs. While there he always appreciated the beauty of the architecture and the
history that the stone work echoed. Gregg spent the next several months back over in Europe studying the ancient stone work and what would be required to recreate it. What he saw
spurred his imagination, and soon a revolution in the stone industry was underway. Because this type of product was not available at the time, neither was the equipment that would
be needed to create it. Machinery, originally made for
other purposes was brought back to the United States
and an 18,000 square foot facility in Okeechobee, Florida
was purchased to house it. Gregg, previously a jet engine
mechanic in the military, had extensive mechanical
knowledge and was able to foresee the capabilities of this
equipment. He personally worked on the machines and
retrofitted them to perform new functions. In the end,
the combination of revolutionary new equipment, his
skill in masonry, and his innovative thinking created a
stone product line that would capture the attention of
the world and spur the imagination of decorators,
designers, and homeowners alike. Stone Expo was born.
The tile line is warm, yet simultaneously elegant, and
equally suited for a rustic mountain cabin or an ocean
front mansion. It could portray the "old world"feeling,
but also take on a modem and more eclectic tone. The ver-
satility of the flooring is one of the unique features Stone
Expo has to offer "The same marble can befinished in dif-
ferent,ways to appeal to different styles," Gregg states,
"Because we make everything ourselves, we have the capa-
bility to make it exactly how the customer wants it... shiny,
matte, or somewhere in between. It can also be tumbled,
hand chiseled or rectified we control the end product, not
the importers or other resellers". Another distinctive qual-
ity StoneExpo offers is the ability to shape the stone into
shapes and sizes not available in the mainstream indus-
try. Octagons, hexagons, rectangles and even radius
pieces are available to create the one of a kind floor that
you can't get anywhere else.
Displayed throughout the showroom, this decorative
mosaic line rivals the ancient mosaics of Pompeii. Each
piece is custom designed and created by talented artists.
"We have recreated a 200 foot mosaic from Portofino, Italy
for Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida, and we have
created a 3' replication of a customers parrot, each com-
mission is as important and given the same amount of
attention to detail." Stone Expos mosaic line includes
floor medallions, borders, art pieces for niches and walls,
and even pools. Their mosaic pieces can be seen at
Universal Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom, in local
restaurants and in hotels around the world, as well as in
some of the finest homes on the Treasure Coast. So
breathtaking is their work that it captured the attention
of the Guggenheim family of the world renowned
Guggenheim museums. Mr. And Mrs. Guggenheim,
along with son Daniel personally traveled from their
home in Switzerland to tour the facility apd take a first
hand look at the artists at work. If you are looking to add
a note of distinction to your home, either on a small scale
with a border or a focal point on a backsplash, or you
want to make a larger statement such as entire mosaic
floor, Stone Expos team of mosaicists are truly extraordi-
nary.
Stone Expo has also created an extraordinary granite
finish. Suggestive of time and weather worn stone from
millions of years ago, the granite is lightly textured, yet
polished smooth at the same time. And if your worried
about durability, look no further Gregg demonstrated in a
most eye opening way the strength and resilience of this
distressedfinish. When you visit the showroom, make ita
point to see this demonstration yourself This finish can be
applied to granite slabs for countertops, or to tiles for
flooring and wall applications. It can also be done to
marble and travertine slabs as well. With the trend mov-
ing from the high gloss look of countertops to a warmer
style, this product is being very well received. .
If all that isn't enough, Stone Expo also makes a com-
plete line of decorative stone accent pieces. Moldings are
hand carved with beautiful profiles,'baseboards are fabri-
cated to finish off a room in style, and windowsills can be
made out of the same material to pull your room all
together. Fireplaces, niches, staircases, and even pool
decks can all be designed, fabricated and installed with
pioneering products and creative designs that you have
not seen anywhere else.
Now, with all these choices the homeowner may feel
overwhelmed. You know you want something different
that portrays your personality, but you don't know what.
that is. Don't worry! Stone Expo has that covered too. A
hardscape designer is available to work with you either
on one room or an entire 15,000 square foot home. After
an initial meeting where information is gathered regard-
ing your architectural taste and style, your color palette
preferences and your budget, you will be presented with
a plan which will truly amaze you. Stone Expo will tie
together all the elements that will make your house the
home you've always dreamed of A "to scale" rendering of
your area will give you a glimpse of the potential your
home has to offer. "This is floor art" says Kevin Marshall,
a former customer of Stone Expo. "I gave them a blue-
print of the house I was building and they gave back to
me the most beautiful visualization of what they could
do to it. I had originally planned on installing a rectified
porcelain tile throughout, but after I saw what they came up with I stepped back and reconsidered, and I'm thrilled that I did. Every person that visits my home makes a comment on
the flooring and the little touches that make it one of a kind."
I had the opportunity to visit the Marshall residence in Manatee Creek, Stuart, a waterfront, Key West style home. Upon entering, I didn't know where to look first. The entryway mosa-
ic with a combination of palm trees and pineapples immediately portrayed a tropical feel. The guest bath was adorned floor to ceiling with tropical fish, the archways were covered with
"briquettes", which was an element I saw repeated in other areas as well. The dining room was bordered with a beautiful mosaic border created specifically for that room and inlaid with
a subtle checkerboard flight and medium toned travertine. Then I entered the master bath. The entire floor was a custom made mosaic with palm fronds gently encircling the tub area.
The next home on my personal tour was owned by Jack and Debbie Mitchell, located in the PGA area of St. Lucie West. I thought I had seen everything, but I was wrong. The style of
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Providing expert care and a
home like environment for
residents is what makes The
Place at Stuart an excellent
choice for providing older
adults with a beautiful, secure
and caring retirement experi-
ence. The Place at Stuart was
established in 1997 as a com-
munity for assisted living with
84 apartments in a peaceful
setting and the finest services
available. The level of care
offered is individually tailored
to fit the needs of each client.
The well-trained staff is sensi-
tive to issues regarding per-
sonal privacy, respect, care
and dignity.
They provide all daily needs
such as cooking, cleaning and
running errands. Family vis-
its are encouraged and each
resident is afforded attention,
time and respect from the
staff members.
Services to ensure conven-
ience, quality care, and a
comfortable and safe lifestyle
are abundant. Care comes in
many forms including the
added safety factor when
cooking and cleaning are no
longer an option for resi-
dents. Weekly housecleaning
and daily linen services are
provided, as well as on-call
assistance on an as-needed
basis. Local phone service
and all other utility costs are
included in their fees.
Home-style and gourmet
menus are offered in an ele-
gant dining room. There are
.several seating times to
accommodate personal
schedules for each of three
tempting meals served daily.
Talented chefs and cooks pre-
pare each uniqueI meal.
Breakfast is served, cooked to


order between 6:45 a.m. and 9
a.m., so early birds and late
sleepers each have a choice.
Residents can enjoy a chef-
prepared lunch between
11,:45 a.m. and 2 p.m., often
served on the screened patio.
Wonderful dinners are served
in their elegant dining room
between 4:45 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Reservations can be made for
the private dining area on
special occasions. Sunday
brunch is served restaurant-
style and the chef frequently
visits the dining room to per-
sonally ensure the satisfac-
tion of the residents.
Fun community activities
include playing bingo,
pinochle, poker or bridge.
Director of Community
Relations, Randy Kelly says
residents recently convinced
him to play shuffleboard with
them.
"They. beat me on the shuf-
fleboard court," he says. "We
just built four putting greens
as well."
Residents can enjoy art and
crafts classes or take in a
movie. Afternoon tea is
offered at 3 p.m. and Happy
Hour is.on Fridays. *
Every day at The Place at
Stuart is as full and active as
the residents choose, Each
day is different, and residents
can get involved with activi-
ties such as picnics, crafts,
local tours, shopping trips
and more. Church services
are offered twice a week by
volunteers from local reli-
gious organizations.
"Many of our staff members
have been with us for ten
years, it's like a family here.
We offer socializing and -the
stimulation of being interac-


tive with friends. The atmos-
phere here is more like a
country club or cruise ship
environment. However, we
take pride in improving the
health and contentment of
our residents," says Kelly.
For relaxing activities resi-
dents have a library, a sun-|
room perfect for reading, a
screened in patio, and beauti-
fully landscaped private
grounds. Telephone message
service and basic cable are
also available. For more
active entertainment, a bil-
liards room and an exercise
facility are provided.
Traveling needs are met by
The Place at Stuart with its
very own van, appropriately
named The Place On The Go!
It's available for scheduling to
take residents to' medical
appointments, shopping
excursions, social events in
town and other functions.
Several residents still main-
tain their own vehicles.
Kelly said, "We've gone to the
dog track, on. riverboat cruis-
es and the Lyric Theatre."
The Place at Stuart is staffed
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
by a security team. A state-of-
the-art emergency response
system and daily resident
safety checks, along with on-,
site management and
licensed nursing supervision
offers peace of mind.
Located conveniently at 860
S.E. Central Parkway, Stuart,
Florida 3499.4 The Place at
Stuart is only 15 minutes from
the beach and five minutes
from the Intracoastal
Waterway.
To find out more about floor
plans and other information
go online at www.theplaces-
tuart.com or call Randy to
arrange a tour, with a Free
Lunch at 772-287-9909 or fax
them at 772-287-4014.


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"Our passion is creating innovative solutions for our
clients for any space in their home," says Tammy Lee
Bradley of Cabinet Cottage. Tammy and her husband,
Christopher, operate their cabinet design studio and
selection center from a convenient location at 3320 NE
Sugarhill Ave. in Jensen Beach. Begun in 2006, their
design center is housed in a Floridian-style, light-blue
wooden studio, fronted by a pleasingly-white wooden:
railing and porch.
Formerly associated with another gallery in Stuart,
Tammy and Chris, opened their own boutique-style
showroom in order to offer a greater selection of cus-
tom and semi-custom cabinetry in both traditional and
contemporary styles. They focus on innovative designs
and personalized service. "We will assist you from ini-
tial concept development through complete installa-
tion," said Tammy. Additionally, they will work directly
with you in your home or at their selection studio to
discover your precise needs in cabinets and counter-
tops.
Their product line includes the latest innovations
from Crystal Custom Cabinetry, Shiloh Semi-Custom


(all-wood), Quest (European-style frameless), and
Green-Core by Crystal (for the environmentally con-
scious consumer). They offer both framed and frame-
less cabinetry, with endless options in wood species,
door styles, and frames. Utilizing the latest,computer
aided design software, they will design the perfect plan
for your bath, den, kitchen, library, media room, and
office. Cabinet Cottage wants to help you explore the
possibilities for all your cabinet needs. They have a
design team which will lay out the space according to
your desires for appliance choices, cooking style, traffic
flow, and all of the other possibilities of your unique
requirements.
To this end, they are especially adept at partnering
with your architect, builder, or interior designer to
achieve your ultimate goals. "At Cabinet Cottage, we
believe that design is the backbone of any project, and
outstanding service is what makes it all come together,"
Tammy said.
Cabinet Cottage also keeps the budget of today's
value conscious consumer in mind. Whether you have
a definite budget for cabinetry, or you wish to budget


after the product selection, they assure you they will
find for you the best value for your money.
Tammy and Chris stay abreast of the latest innova-
tions and trends as members of the National Kitchen
and Bath Association. Also, as members of both the
Jensen Beach Chamber of Commerce and the Palm City
Chamber of Commerce, they assure the public that
they adhere to the highest of business standards. As
Chris stated, "We want our clients to know that we
adhere to superior service and the highest standard of
excellence in everything we do."
If you are considering cabinet construction of any
type contact Tammy or Chris, co-owners. They will be
delighted to assist you in achieving your cabinet goals.
Walk-ins are always welcome at Cabinet Cottage, but
design consultation appointments are requested. "You
will appreciate our undivided attention", said Tammy

For further information, please visit
www.cabinetcottage.com, mail to
tammylee@cabinetcottage.com,
or phone (772) 225-2008


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A Day of Delight could easily translate into a little oasis of relaxation in
an ocean of stress and responsibilities of our everyday life.
As you enter the Day of Delight Spa, you are greeted .by a sign that
reads: "How may we spoil you today?" Couple that with a glass of
champagne and your body and mind are about to be transported to heaven.
The spa offers a variety of services: speciality skin care, massages, body
scrubs, manicures, pedicures, hair and scalp treatments, waxing, make-
overs as well as Bridal Delights, treatments for little princesses, gentleman's
getaway or couples massages are all available at A Day of Delight Spa.
"One of our most popular treatments is Moor Mud Massage" said
owner Petra Lee Thomas. "It revitalizes a tired and lethargic body and
relieves stress and anxieties. We use special mud containing over 1000 plant
extracts!"
Fresh rose petals give this experience the finishing touch.
"Another delight is the Spa Signature Facial that spoils you by
concentrating on the whole you rather than just your face," Ms. Thomas adds.
A Day of Delight also offers planning services to make your life easier.
They feature everything from a caterer, live music and photographer to
limousine service.
"We consider a purchase of a gift certificate a huge compliment. You
are basically entrusting your loved ones in our care," said Ms. Thomas. "Our
gift certificate come wrapped in special bags with ribbons and flowers
complimentary!"
With two locations one in Stuart (located in a beautiful historical
estate from 1914 overlooking the St. Lucie River) and one in St. Lucie West,
Ms. Thomas, is a certified skin specialist herself and is always busy learning
hew techniques and methods to implement in her expanding business.
Born in Germany, raised in Connecticut, her European origins show in
the way she runs her spa. She has a deep respect and genuine interest in her
guests ("not clients" as she points out) and she offers unique treatments
personalized to each individual's needs.
"Our guests come here to sit back, relax and unwind," said Ms. Thomas.
She started her business in 1997 when times were difficult for a single
woman with a vision of opening a spa something considered a luxury rather
then a necessity. She worked hard, sacrificed her social life and put long hours
in turning her idea into a wonderful place of relaxation and comfort.
"I believe that Mother Nature can supply everything we need we grow
our own organic herbs, plants and flowers in our garden to use in our
treatments," she said. "We don't use any harsh chemicals!"
And what is the philosophy of her success?.
"I turn the ordinary into something extraordinary and offer my guests
a one-of-a-kind experience," she added.
Her passion for what she does shows in Ms. Thomas' every word. She
is currently opening A Day of Delight Teas and Treasures! This exotic
gourmet tea house will be offering worldwide delectables which is
conveniently located next door to A Day of Delight Spa.
So, allow A Day of Delight the opportunity to treat you for an hour or
two or half-a-day. You will feel you have given your body, mind and spirit a
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IT'S THE PAINT OF THE FUTURE


& PROTECTS THE ENVIRONMENT


JUPITER-Protecting the environment, sav-
ing energy and lifelong results are just a few
of the benefits offered by a revolutionary
exterior coating product.
With two locations in Destin, FL, and the
newest location in Jupiter CoolCote, a per-
manent coating company, is making waves
with a product called TexCote.
TexCote (Textured Coating of America), ^N
founded in 1961, is the largest coating
manufacturer in the world. Its products
are seen on everything from the Panama
City Bridge to the famous Hollywood
sign in Los Angeles.
"It all came about by accident. When
searching for a paint product that
wouldn't peel, crack or chip for the exte-
rior of a home, the founders of TexCote
realized it was a matter of thermody-
namics. When a house gets cold and hot
it contracts and expands-adding the
elements of sun, wind and rain, normal :
paint products will break down, causing
paints to crack and peel.
o stop these problems, the Surface ter-
perature of the home must be kept cooler.
So, a heat reflective tint was added to the
top coat. The tint reflects UV rays and ,
keeps the surface temperature cooler,"'
David Braswell said.
The Department of Energy in Oak Ridge,
TN, recognized this revolutionary product
and gave TexCote a grant to paint homes
and study the effects from heat reflectivity,
UV rays and temperature.
The findings, according to the Department
of Energy's Oak Ridge national laboratory
stated that the surface temperature
decreased as much as 40 degrees on homes
painted with TexCote and could reduce
cooling costs by as much as 21.9 percent.
The product works particularly well on
wood- frame homes because of the protec-
tion of wood from rot and water damage,
Mr. Braswell said.
"Where the soil meets the exterior of your
home and below the soil is the most vulner-
able spot for mold and wood damage
because of continued exposure to moisture.


"CoolCote's procedure is to apply our prod-
uct to the exterior of the home but also go
down 6 inches below the dirt's surface,
replace the damaged wood, prime it on all
six sides of that wood, so there's no chance
of water damage or wood decay again," he
said.


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Originally from North Carolina, Mr. Braswell
hadcmuch success with the TexCote product
in the past. When he found that TexCote
had two openings in Florida, he jumped at
the chance to become an official dealer of
the Destin and Jupiter territories. He then
teamed with Steve Wooster of New Image
Architectural Coatings to offer this product.
"Steve has been in business since 1991-he's
the "oldest dealer" in South Florida. For 15
years, at New Image Architectural Coatings,
Steve has represented TexCote in South
Florida.
"We have thousands of satisfied customers
in Florida, including homes that were paint-
ed over 15 years ago, and they still love the
product and its fabulous results!"
Mr. Fitzgerald, vice president of operations
for CoolCote, also relocated to the Jupiter
area from South Carolina.
"It's the paint of the future. It is the only


permanent coating manufacturer that gives
a limited lifetime warranty from the manu-
facturer. They stand by this product and we
stand by the installation," he said.
"No matter how successful an exterior prod-
uct is, it's only as good as its installation. If
the preparation of the surface is not done
right the product will fail," said Mr.
Braswell.
. TexCote is a member of the U.S. Green
Building Council and company officials
are pleased to do their part in helping
the environment.
The USGBC is a nonprofit 7,500-member
organization from all sectors of the
building industry. A consensus-based
national rating system was developed to
rate the performance of companies that
are taking measures to be environmen-
tally friendly which includes being energy
efficient, improving air quality, reducing
solid waste and conserving natural
resources, both in building a structure
and then in the maintenance of it.
According to the USGBC, buildings
account for 36 percent of total use and 65
percent of electricity consumption.
'If our product goes on a 'green build-
ing' it passes the standards of the USGBC,"
said Mr. Braswell.
"Basically, it helps the environment by con-
serving energy.
Hospitals and schools are using it to keep
electric usage down and the government's
been using it for years on tanks and planes.
"We are in the process now of working on a
programwith Florida Power & Light that
would allow a rebate tocustomers who opt
for this exterior coating," he said.
"The more I learn about the product the
more I love it." Please don't hesitate to call
us for any questions you may have.


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Hiobe Sound Surf & Skate
Mrs. Chantel Arabian of .. ;a ,, the attention of kids who
Hobe Sound Surf and :;3" &"'" may otherwise turn to
Skate entered into the other more harmful
extreme sport business a methods curing teenage
because she loved kids & boredom.
she saw a need for IB Mrs. Chantel says the
equipment and clothing biggest reward is the
that would service what appreciation they receive
she calls "a fun, laid-back from parents and kids for
subculture." "We wanted doing something positive!
to get involved with the youth in Mrs. Arabian is also developing surf
our community." Surfing and skat- and skate TEAMS as well. So, sign
ing is the perfect outlet to attract up for these team extremes NOW!

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Cottage Cache is a Unique & Chic Shoppe


Diane Naylor, who retired from a
managerial position at AT&T, now
owns a fun & interesting shoppe
called Cottage Cache, where she sells
distinctive home furnishings,
accessories, and gifts. When asked why
she came out of retirement to run her
business, Diane said, "I have always .
had an interest in interior decorating
and design." Cottage Cache is a place
where you can find "unique items, fair
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atmosphere!" Cottage Cache opened
three years ago and since then, has
expanded four times its original size.
Diane Naylor has found a new
freedom of expression and style and
she expresses this new found freedom
in her unique and chic place of
business. Stop by and visit!
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Historic Downtown Hobe Sound


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home treasures
Furnishings
Accessories
Garden Decor
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Fitness and Pes frj mtance Center
Gary Peloquin, owner of Body Logix Fitness and Performance Center, has been in
business for over 11 years. His permanent facility at 1830 NE Dixie Highway in the Rio area
of Jensen Beach has been open for over 3 years, and has recently been expanded to almost
double the original size. With the addition of a new exclusive line of strength equipment
specifically designed for the needs of teens and pre-teens, Gary has further enhanced his
whole-family approach to fitness.
Body Logix orients itself towards the personal goals of its members. From workouts
geared towards seniors to serious training for amateur athletes of all ages, Gary and his staff
of certified fitness professionals develop programs to meet their individual needs. What
ever your fitness level, they have the ability and experience it takes to help you become
BETTER STRONGER AND FASTER!
Body Logix is an In-Network Provider for the Forever Fit Program through America's.
Heaflhchoice, Metcare and Vista Medicare insurance programs. The facility also offers
morning and afternoon group fitness classes, weight loss programs, personal training, Kidz-
In-Action Youth Fitness classes, massage therapy and sports nutrition counseling. Both
Single and Family memberships are offered. Walk-ins are always welcome.
For more information, call 772-225-5555, visit us a www.myspace.com/bodylogixfitness,
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There Is More To Flooring Than You Think.


JUPITER Deciding on flooring' is more than
just having an idea; it's seeing results.
At Jupiter s We'll Floor U, which opened in 1983,
clients get more than just flooring needs; they get
an education on what will work best in their
homes.
Imagine your home renovated with a new floor,
decor and accessories. Imagining floors and floor
accessories can be daunting, so the idea of a visual
tool, otherwise known as a design showroom, is
located in all three of the We'll Floor U locations.
Ceramic, hardwood, cork, laminate, carpet or area
rugs are just a few of the latest choices in modem
flooring.
With three locations in Jupiter, Wellington, Stuart
and an additional flooring warehouse outlet store
in Stuart, We'll Floor U has taken the lead in the
flooring and design industry.
Located in a spacious facility at 951 Alternate
A1A in Jupiter, the design showroom is one of the
company's greatest assets, said Michael Strahan,
general manager.
'Showrooms are very important to the client, Mr.
Strahan said.
"Giving people the opportunity to look at exam-
ples is paramount. This is an extremely visual
business, and some people may have an idea of
what they like. Seeing it in our showroom helps


them choose their personal style .
Owner Steve DeSmit said a key ingredient in the
success of the store is its ability to stay on top of
the changes in the industry.
"For 10 years we have been aligned with Shaw'
Industries, one of the largest floor covering manu-
facturers in the U.S.," Mr. DeSmit said. "This
alliance gives customers a larger selection, better
quality and more affordable prices."
Shaw Industries makes sure his sales team is con-
tinually updated in education and training to give
customers the latest designs and styles and up-to-
the-minute color pallets, Mr. DeSmit said.
We'll Floor U was also chosen to be on the annual
design team of Shaw Industries.
"We are one of 20 people that participate in help-
ing design and making suggestions for next sea-
son's product introductions," Mr. DeSmit said.
"That s pretty good considering there are about
30,000 Shaw dealers throughout America."
Customers can also visit the Shaw Web site at
www.shawfloors.com, which offers the latest
technology to actually see colors and designs in
virtual rooms.
We'll Floor U also features carpeting from
Karastan and Ralph Lauren, and wood and lami-
nate flooring from America's best known brands
such as Pergo, Mannington, Armstrong and


Anderson, to name a few.
Because changing flooring can be tough, We'll
Floor U gives its customers helpful questions to
answer when considering a change, which
include:
* How is the room used?
* What is the activity level of the room?
* Do pets use the room?
* What are the lighting sources, furnishing style
and size of the room?
These are all questions qualified sales staff help
customers sort out.
Mr. DeSmit credits the amount of repeat and'
word-of-mouth customers to his sales staff.
"I am very proud of the expertise and personal
dedication of all our sales staff," Mr. DeSmit said.
"They make the selection through installation
process effortless and problem- free all in a timely
manner."
We'll Floor U believes if it takes care of its cus-
tomers, the customers will take care of them, Mr.
DeSmit said.
Visit We'll Floor U at:
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"MY GOAL IS TO EXCEED MY CLIENTS' EXPECTATIONS"
HOBE SOUND WHO AM I? skin care goals.
My name is Erin J. Chabot. I am a passion- Our personal and private spa is nestled in
ate, honest and dedicated Skin Care Hobe Sound at 7112 Southeast Osprey Street.
Consultant with Tranquility Spa, LLC. WHAT DO I DO?
For the past 7 creative years I've been an I make dreams come true for my clients.
influential guide, experienced and focused I AM.... A Skin Care Consultant.
on helping serve the needs of my client's "After opening our location less than a year
ago, our business success is attributed to our
client base which is over 91% referral
based." Mrs. Chabot said.
She attributes the success and continuation
of its success to good planning, strong
research and the affordability to meet every
person's budget.
"My desire is to help guide and provide
everyone with amazing skincare treatments,
marked by professionalism and at affordable'
prices.," she said.
irs. Chabot has been involved Ln the beauty
industry all her life. "I tr-uly enjoy making
m% client's look and feel amazing and confi-
dent min theLr appearances,." she said. "It
.takes a desire and a passion to help others
feel the best that they possibly can. It is
important for me to help provide a relaxing
Uand rejuvenating treatment for all my
$0 evey.da clients," she said. Tranqluit'y Spa, LLC is
excited to announce that we will be offering
77263.35full body massage which will be available
verv soon.
GfFor more informahon on Tranquihlity Spa,
LLC. call (772) 631-3385.


SA he Knowledge Tree is a specialized bookstore
carrying information on spirituality, different
-- religions, science, inspirational fiction and non-
fiction, gay and lesbian studies, human rights and earth
activism, parenting and positive children books.
However, The Knowledge Tree is more than just a
bookstore. It is also a center that offers a flow of classes
in spiritual discussion, community gatherings, and
peaceful social action this business grew out of a strong
passion to make a difference in the world, help others
and create a place of harmony, love and respect for all.
My philosophy of success if creating a healing,
informative bookstore and center. Success rides on
greeting each person with a smile and finding the
healing and strength in classes they take as well as
individuals finding a forum to use their voices in regards
to earth and human rights.
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I believe this center is achieving it's goals and
dreams and can only grow more as people learn of what
a great opportunity they have in becoming active with
our center.
I have always loved bookstores and in my travels
the best ones were those W6nderful people that would
sit in an aisle with me and talk~of life and treat me as a
family member. Ntw, the miles, the beautiful people
that come through my stae, sitting and talking to me of
their hopes and dreams, well, I know this center has
become all that I loved in my own travels.
I have learned when I had this vision to have my
own bookstore, to believe ir your hear and dreams and
take a chance. Even my slow days in the beginning.
sitting and waiting patiently for others to find me were
all worth it.
I pray I will be doing this for many more years,
always offering new and interesting classes that
challenge our thoughts and create community.


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Established in 1973, owner Dennis Hardy relocated to Martin County in
1996, re-opening his business in Stuart. Dennis has 30 years experience
in the industry, and is state certified in Florida, as well as fully licensed and
insured. Aquatic Surfaces is family owned and operated with son Dustin
Hardy, and supervises and coordinates all jobs on it personal level.
Located at 845 NE Pop Tilton Place, just off Savannah Road and across
from 84 Lumber, their shop is very easy to find.
As you enter their showroom, you walk over samples of .pool deck
pavers in many shapes and colors, while feasting your eyes on a wide
selection of deck and pool surface tiles in stone and ceramic. Their gor-
geous colors, ranging from soft shades to bright, with some in a variety of
patterns and designs as well. Their samples give you the desire to dive
into your pool for a refreshing swim. Dennis also builds new pools, from
basic to elaborate, offering a selection of Gunite and Fiberglass Pools. He
can renovate your existing pool with new brick and pavers, and refinish
your pool with seven different surfaces, and provides 10 year to lifetime sur-
face warranties on pool resurfacing. Come and meet the staff, bring your
survey, and let Debbie Hardy help you choose your selection. You can
reach Aquatic Surfaces at (772) 225-4389 or by fax at (772) 334-7243.


Still looking at that cracked concrete pool
deck, or that awful asphalt driveway?
Add value and beauty to your home and
then pour that cocktail, sit back and enjoy
the view!

National Brick Pavers is a state certified general
contractor with over 18 years in business. We have two
locations for you to choose from; Our paver showroom
in Stuart, Martin County servicing Jupiter, Tequesta,
Hobe Sound, Stuart, Port St. Lucie. Jensen Beach and
Fort pierce. Secondly featuring the largest outdoor
paver showroom in Florida, is located in Lighthouse
point servicing the Broward, Palm Beach and Dade
counties.
We supply and install interlock brick pavers as well
as a variety of products from marble & precast pavers
to pool tile, from pool coping, resurfacing to retain
wall systems. To ensure the highest level of quality &
customer service, National Brick Pavers only uses their
own Master Craftsmen, who install to ICPI (Interlocking
Concrete Paving Institute) standard.
Why are pavers are popular? Pavers are more eco-
nomical than concrete, easier to replace/modify or add
on to without revealing repairs or additions. The color
remains vibrant with age and can be used immediately
after installation. After sealing pavers they are easy to
clean and stain free. Drainage through the joints helps
reduce the amount of water retention on site.
We have a 1" and a 2 3/8" brick available to be utilized
for suitable projects. The 1" paver allows for a cost
effective remodel by surfacing concrete slabs as
opposed to having them removed which is a costly
exercise!
Long gone are the days when there was only one
shape and very few colors to choose from. Today there
* are many sizes & colors allowing for projects creating
an ambience of old world elegance, modern or natural
looks.
In Stuart, our 1,500 sq ft showroom allows for clients
to really 'see' what their choices are, as this is a deci-
sion that will probably outlive most of us it is essential
to make the right one! Our Project Managers are well
equipped to assist with both the design as well as
the selection process. They will come to your home to
measure up and provide you with a free estimate to
begin the process. What makes National Brick Pavers
STUART unique is that the Project Manager sees the
project through from the time of the estimate to the
completion of the project. We have many references
available to back up our quality, reliability and profes-
sionalism. Feel free to ask your project manager for
references in your community.
Spring is almost here and now is your last
chance to remodel that pool deck before
the kids are back in the water... Come on
now, what are you waiting for!
Bring this ad along for a $250 discount
on paver projects exceeding 500 sq ft.
(Not valid with other offers or prior services)


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You want a luxurious and stylish feel for your home, but, you are overwhelmed
by the number of consultants available. There are so many unknowns; fabrics,
hardware, accessories, it seems like and endless process.
You don't want to wait months to experience all that your home can become
adorned with beautiful window fashions.
These are common cries in today's quick paced lifestyle. Instant gratification
is no longer a perk but an expectation.
The Curtain Exchange was born to address such issues by offering newly
created, designer style ready-to-go curtains. Ready to try out in your home today!
The Curtain Exchange concept offers an array of the latest in quality window
fashion. We eliminate the guesswork with our 48 hour approval policy. This
actually allows for our customer to view and live with our finished panels in their
home.
How does the texture match your d6cor and accessories? How do the colors
evolve from morning to evening?
Our desire is to simplify your decision making process and avoiding a costly
re-do. You can't make a mistake!
Exquisite silk, crisp linen and cottons, solids, stripes, plaids and prints adorn
our boutique allowing for an educated selection.
We also offer in-home consultation services if desired.
Visit us. We look forward to assisting you create the look you desire for your
home.
We're located at 609 Colorado Avenue in Stuart, east of Federal highway, west
of confusion corner. Call us at (772) 221-0601
The Curtain Exchange, a marriage of luxury and convenience.


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Symmetry Laser Vein Center founded by S. Scott Tapper, M.D. has been
performing EVLT Endovenous Laser Treatment for the past two years. This
procedure has replaced the surgical stripping of veins; Symmetry Laser Vein Center
is the first center in our area to specialize in the minimally invasive removal of
varicose & spider veins. If you have been suffering with varicose veins, this new
method of treatment will provide you with the relief from leg heaviness & painful legs,
the disappearance of large bulging ropy veins, giving you confidence to bare your legs
on the golf course, at the gym or on the tennis courts. Dr. Tapper and his staff at
Symmetry Laser Vein Center offer you the total package in vein care treatment, and
you can be confident that you are being treated by Board Certified Vascular' Surgeon
a graduate of Brown University, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, &
Vanderbilt University Medical Center where he trained and did his fellowship in
vascular surgery.
Symmetry Laser Vein Center located in Stuart offers you the latest laser
technique for removal of varicose & spider veins of the legs, face & hands.
Call and schedule your appointment today "Everyone Deserves A Great Pair of
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ATOWNHOME TWINHOME INGLE FAMILY EVIDENCE
TOWNHOMES TWINHOMES SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES


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SALES OFFICE: 335 S.E. Ocean Blvd., Stuart, FL 34994
.772-286-9990
Info@FinkaRealty.com www.SavannahPlace.net


Broker participation welcome. Oral representations can not be relied upon as correctly stating the representations of the
developer. For correct representations, reference should be made to the contract and the documents required by section
718.503, Florida Status, to the finished by the Developer to the buyer or lessee. Not an offer where prohibited by law.The
Developer reserves the right to make changes and modifications to the floor plans, project design, pricing, specifications,
features and dimensions whitout notice.


THE MECHANICS OF DESTRUCTION.......,

Hurricanes are not an annual event, but tropiwea1
storms of varying intensity are a constant threat t.
June until November. Virtually every study cy ie
has identified the loss of windows and doors as o~itf -
the leading causes of building damage and enor- .
mous property loss. The primary cause of initial win-:."
dow failure is breakage caused by flying debris. i0ce,
an opening to your home is breached, winds entek the
structure through broken glass. This generates ,
increased internal pressure to the roof and walls, s$ub-
jecting them to forces beyond their design capabilities
and blowing out the rest of the windows and oftet the.
walls and roof as well. ..
Storm Depot has everything you need to protect' .
your home, business and family against unpredictable
storms and hurricanes. Our trained Storm Depot
Consultants are experts in helping do-it yourselfers :.
decide which products are best for your home and
business. They have the guaranteed lowest prices -
period! Professional and efficient installation crew ,'
are available for your custom needs. Their newest 4od
approved product, the "E-Panel", has passed all teit-T.'
ing requirements,for the new Florida building codet>
and they have a clean appearance and are easy to6
install.
Visit Storm Depot in Vero Beach at 928 36th Cour*t':
or call us at 772-563-2200. Another location in Jens ei
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Teeth-in-an-HourTM

One of the newest dental protocols to
be developed is now being offered by
Dr. Daniel J. Velinsky, DMD, in Stuart.
Dr. Velinsky was the first dentist on
the Treasure Coast to perform "Teeth in
an HourTM," the latest, state-of-the-art
innovative procedure.
"Teeth in an HourTM" is a dental l
implant procedure that is a radical
departure from the old method. In this
new procedure, a brief, less-invasive,
and painless CT scan provides two-dimensional pictures of the
area:The pictures, in turn, are made into a three-dimensional
model. Then, Dr. Velinsky conducts a "virtual" surgery on the
model to determine where new implants and teeth should be
located. Having made the determination, Dr. Velinsky sends his
findings to a special lab in Sweden that creates both a tempo-
rary and also a permanent prosthesis that permanently
anchors the implants in the patient's mouth. The temporary
prosthesis is used for a few months to make sure that the
implants are properly placed and the patient's jaw doesn't
reject them. Then, it is replaced by the permanent prosthesis.
"Unlike regular dentures, which can be removed by the patient,
this prosthesis is as permanent as your original teeth," said Dr.
Velinsky. There is no more having to use dental adhesives or
worrying about what you may not be able to chew. Of course,
the entire process takes about six weeks. It,s called 'Teeth in
an HourTM" because the actual minimally-invasive surgery
takes only about one hour.
Dr. Velinsky also offers a protocol known as "Teeth in a
DayTM." In this program, patients can have many of their prob-
lems with existing dental appliances resolved. These include
problems with crowns, veneers, bridges, cosmetic concerns,
and even more complex issues. With both procedures, Dr.
Velinsky uses a team approach with two oral surgery groups in
Stuart, utilizing CT scan technology. We can eliminate den-
tures by going directly from your painful unsightly teeth to fixed,
implant supported teeth.
Dr. Velinsky is a graduate of both the University of Denver
and the prestigious Tufts University School of Dentistry. He
completed the Graduate Restorative Aesthetic Advantage
Program and has had thousands of hours of continuing edu-
cation. He is a member of numerous professional associations
and has been practicing for twenty-seven years. His chief con-
centration now is in the state-of-the-art "Teeth in an HourTM'"
and 'Teeth in a DayTM" protocols.
Dr. Velinsky's high-tech office is conveniently located at 800
SE Osceola St., Ste. B, Stuart FL 34994. His office hours are
Monday through Thursday from 8:00 A.M. through 5:00 P.M.
and Friday from 8:00 A.M. through 12:00 P.M.
Dr. Velinsky's team includes Elizabeth (Treatment
Coordinator), Barbara (Treatment Coordinator), Christina
(Dental Hygienist), and Staci (Dental Assistant).
Call (772) 283-4000 or visit their web site at
www.drvelinsky.com for further information on what
"Teeth in an HourTM" and "Teeth in a DayTM" can do for you.


Daniel J. Velinsky, D.M.D.

Cosmetic and Reconstructive Dentistry

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The Quality and Security Denture Wearers Want Has Arrived!
For a Consultation, Please Call
772-283-4000
800 SE Osceola Street, Suite B
Stuart
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When you enter the
showroom of the
Stainmaster Flooring
Center/Carpet Market
Carpet Market you
immediately think ele-
gance, beauty and
style and that's just
what the owners of this
full-scale flooring store
want to provide their
customers.
Business partner
David Roberts said,
"We enjoy making
people happy and
making their homes
beautiful. We treat our
customers with care
and respect and we
back up the products
we sell with our war-
ranty. We stand behind
our work and we only
use Installers with years
of experience."
What began as a small
carpet cleaning and
restoration business 20
years ago, has evolved
into a sophisticated,
top-of-the-line floor-
ing center. With a vast
selection of only the
best manufacturers of
carpets, tiles, vinyl,
wood laminates, hard-
wood, stone tiles and
area rugs; the Carpet
Market offers every-
thing for your decora-
tive needs.
Clients will be sure to
find everything they're
looking for. With two
convenient, well
stocked locations in
Stuart and Vero Beach,
the Carpet Market will
provide customers
with the finest carpet
selection in the area.
As the only source of
Stainmaster carpet in
the area, they provide
an "Ultra Life" carpet
warranty, available
only through their
stores.
"If an accident or
stain happens on our
carpet, our customers


are covered by the
Stainmaster Ultra Life
Carpet guarantee,"
says Mr. Roberts..
"Whether it be food
or beverage, chemical
or soiling, you are cov-
ered for 15 years.
If you Can't Clean it,
we replace it."
Their expertise, pro-
fessional installation
services, along with
their displays featur-
ing the latest trends
and fashions in home
decorating, make
decision-making easy
for customers. And
installation includes
removal and disposal
of the existing carpet.
The Carpet Market has
a wide selection of'
wood flooring.
Hardwood floors
have been used for.
centuries because of
their natural beauty
and durability. And the
floors can be refin-
ished years later to
restore your invest-
ment to it's original
luster. One main
appeal of hardwood is
the variety of species
available, including
oak, maple, cherry,
hickory, pecan. pine,
beech, birch, walnut
and exotics from
around the world.
Roberts adds, "We
carry Mannington,
Mirage and Anderson.
"We also have the
largest area rug selec-
tion on the Treasure
Coast. We carry
Karistan, Tommy
Bahama, Kathy Ireland
and custom designer
rugs, to name a few.
These are available in.
all kinds of fabric,
including wool,
polyester, nylon,
acrylic and more. We
have different weaves
such as Berber and
plush. All of those


brands are very popu-
lar, and we also do
custom area rugs for
the customer who
wants something
totally unique."
As new flooring adds
to the value of a home,
the Carpet Market can
help to protect your
most valuable invest-
ment. Vinyl floors are
extremely versatile as
is flooring such as
wood laminate. Other
textures and styles are
available, such as cork
wood flooring, bam-
boo, rubber and more.
Ceramic and porce-
lain tiles, glass arid
stone tiles provide a
durable option. Tile
flooring comes in a
variety of types and is
impervious to mois-
ture. In the humid cli-
mate of south Florida,
that gives tiles an addi-
tional appeal.
Traditionally used in
bathrooms and
kitchens, tile has
become a very popu-
lar flooring option for
other areas of the
home as well. They
last for a lifetime and
are easy to care for.
Stone tiles from quar-
ries all over the world
are available in many
types including mar-
ble, onyx, granite and
other natural stones at
the Carpet Market
which has also begun
to fabricate and install
granite countertops.
Come in and browse
through either of the
Stainmaster/Carpet
Market showrooms
located at 1655 north
U.S. 1, Stuart FL 34994,
phone them at (772)
692-9970 or visit their
other location at 1355
U.S. 1, Vero Beach, FL
32960, phone number
794-9970.


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Lori Bowman of Select Stone Company decided to get into the business of
selling stone supplies when her husband whose been designing and building water-
falls for over 20 years was in need of good quality and reasonably priced supplies.
Six years ago Mrs. Bowman opened the doors and started with a modest O
stone inventory of approximately 10 tons, she now has over 150 tons of natural
stone with future plans to expand product inventory including a variety of masonry
products.
As a business owner, Mrs. Bowman is grateful for the freedom that comes
with being her own boss & the opportunity to realize a dream. Select Stone is locat-
ed at 4304 SE U.S. Hwy # 1 in Ft. Pierce, the hours of operation are Monday
through Thurs. 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Closed on Sunday.


A locally owned restaurant always emits an ambiance related to friendliness and S
comfort. This is a place where you can meet the owner and call -him Jeff as he S
uncorks a bottle of wine for you. He tells you where he bought the wine and why it C
gets his tiltimate approval.
There is just such a place at 3714 SE Ocean Blvd. in Stuart. Harbour Bay Gourmet
is a place where to sit down one feels that his or her mother may make an
appearance from out of the kitchen door and ask you what you want like she would
on your birthday.
When Jeff Shagrin started this business about 23 years ago if you ask him why
he'll tell you "it's in my blood" as his family owned various wine and cheese shops
throughout Florida. The other reason, as Jeff is a connoisseur of wines, is to
"educate people on the knowledge of wine."
Harbour Bay Gourmet is open seven days a week and, offers a breakfast and
lunch menu, and Jeff is currently working on building one of the best selections of
wine in the world. Now offering homemade gelato!


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Ted Nielander bought
Island Water Sports in
1993. As a teenager Ted
had a love of surfing and
loathed wearing shoes, so
this seemed the perfect
business for him. Island
Water Sports sells supplies
for Surfing, Skating, and
Kayaking.


WATER SPORTS
SUR Ted's only regret after
SM 7, 25 years in business was
'ji uX-_jJn SAfS I the devastation of hurri-
tYATI cane Wilma. That hurri-
cane took the roof off of
Island Water Sports, not
to mention countless
other roofs, but other
than that Ted is happy
i that his business brought
him to Jensen Beach.
Ted's philosophy for
success. is, "take good
care of your customers
Ted was a manager at and know your prod-
the Island Water Sports in ucts." And it definitely
Deerfield Beach Florida helps that Ted has been in
before he opened his own this business for so long.
business. He also spent You can visit Ted at his
time working as a sales new location at 1100 NE
representative for several Jensen Beach Blvd next to
surf companies and thus Ace Hardware in Jensen
has an broad knowledge Beach.
of the business. Shoes not required.


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(772) 334-1999 Surf Report 377-OURF (7873).o


Jeff and Caren Endriss
believe in customer satis-
faction. With a combined
37 years of customer
service experience, Jeff
with 22 years at Publix
and Caren with 15 years
at Burdines, they under-
stand the importance of
taking care of the cus-
tomer. They offer a free,
in home estimate and
specialize in "customiz-
ing" the clean. "We do
whatever we can to take
care of the customer. If
the customer just wants
bathrooms, kitchen and
floors, them that's what
we do!"
Jeff and Caren are


proud of the profession-
alism Molly Maid has to
offer. Their associates
always work in teams of
two, dressed crisply in
uniform and arriving in
the Molly Maid car. "We
hire our own people; they
are not subcontractors.
Our associates ate
licensed, bonded and
insured. We do nation-
wide background checks,
including a full criminal,
sex offender and motor
vehicle search. That pro-
vides peace of mind, pro-
fessionalism and consis-
tency."
Jeff and Caren also
randomly visit their


client's homes and follow
up to ensure they are
providing reliable/quality
service. They appreciate
all customer feedback
and write each and every
customer comment on
their Customer Board in
the office. Then all com-
ments are reviewed with
the teams to help
improve their service.
All cleaning products
used by Molly Maid are
purchased through
Ecolab and are FDA
approved, non-toxic and
environmentally safe.
Molly N laid associates
bring all equipment and
supplies to their cus-
tomers homes.
"Free time and peace
of mind. That's what
Molly maid of Martin and
NE Palm Beach offers its
customers" said Jeff.
To schedule your free
in home estimate call
(772) 463-1882 or visit
www.mollymaid.com


When he was at a young age, James Harpold began installing tile.
For eleven years, prior to opening Stonewalk, he had been in marble
and tile installation.. Now his business has been thriving for 7 years
and he has plans to open new stores and grow lis company even
more.
We asked James what made him and Stonewalk so successful,
"prompt service and product knowledge. People talk, and when
good things are said about you and your service you've made a good
name for yourself."
James told us his favorite part of his job is solving the problems
that no one else has solved. Also through solving these problems he
gives himself the opportunity to be creative. Like a Piccasso with
marble tiles. Stonewalk is a Marble and Tile Business located at 503
SE Monterey in Stuart, and you can ask for James.


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E14 Martin County Hometown News Friday, March 30,2007


SELECT WINES, LLC
Select Wines of Stuart will supply unusual and rare wines, not found
you with the highest quality wines in local area stores. You will always
for the most reasonable prices receive the finest quality and the best
available. If you need assistance in prices available. Most of the wines
choosing wines or you have ques- offered in the Stuart Showroom are
tions regarding wines, no problem. priced under $15 and even less
Owner Angelo Lombardi is like a when ordered in larger quantities.
walking encyclopedia. Angelo is Discounts apply to in-stock wines, -
one of the reasons Select Wines is so and can be mixed or matched. ?
unique--His knowledge of wine is Stop by and browse! Meet Angelo.
extensive and he loves to share his Ask questions & $AVE$! If the wine
expertise with his customers. you want is not in-stock, Angelo will
Select Wines also stocks several gladly order wine by the case.
"Visit Select Wines & hand-choose from wines cultivated on smaller, quality-
oriented vineyards around the world. Don't miss the "World Tour" Wine Special:
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Peggy Aydelotte opened
her business four years ago.
In her early years she was a
dental hygienist. She got
married in 1971 and soon
after had three children.
Peggy worked in various
boutiques, did various mod-
eling jobs, and organized
fashion shows.
Her experience with her
college roommate, who.
owned a swimwear shop in
Ocean City MD, in the mid
1980's, was what gave her
the idea to start the busi-


ness, as Peggy had helped
her roommate.
However a diagnosis of
breast cancer in 2000 would
make the timing bad for a
new business venture. Peggy
went through treatments,
struggled, and survived
breast cancer. It was after
this, in 2002, being encour-
aged by her family, that she
opened Suit Yourself
Swimwear and Accessories.
The basic concept of
Peggy's business is to pro-
vide swimwear for women


extra small through to 22
plus size and for all ages.
"My plan was my dream. i
Help women feel good about
themselves", says Peggy. She
has also added more acces-
sories, hats, bags, cover-ups,
jewelry, sandals, and sports-
wear to include everything
you may need on your trip to
the beach:
Suit Yourself Swimwear
and Accessories is located at
1640 NW Federal Highway in
the north Stuart Plaza, next
to Yogi's Restaurant.


Jensen Beach Travel is a full service
travel agency which has been in busi-
ness and active in the community for
over 36 years. Located in downtown
Jensen Beach, and owned and operated
by Helen Engebretsen, her continued
commitment is not only to her busi-
ness, but to the community as well.
Their travel professionals strive to offer
their clients personal attention and
quality service. They have extensive
experience in the industry, and are
continually being educated to provide
you with the latest specials and promo-
tions from our many suppliers. They
spend many hours in seminars, doing


site inspections and product training.
They specialize in escorted day trips,
group cruises and tours both domestic
and international.
Jensen Beach Travel also has an
active Women's Club, which meets
every other month. The Ladies "Go
Together" Travel Club is always open to
new members. They always have one
of their valued suppliers as a guest
speaker to share their latest product
information with you as well as answer
questions you may have. Jensen Beach
Travel saw a crucial need for providing
a service for women to travel together.
Whether you're single, widowed,


divorced or want to travel more than
your husband, this is for you. It's a
lovely opportunity to meet other ladies,
see the world in the company of others,
as well as the safety of traveling with a
.group.
Come meet their staff and get to
know some of the friendliest, most
:knowledgeable professionals in the
travel industry. They have extremely
qualified full-time travel consultants, a
great outside sales team, and very
experienced tour/bus escorts who will
work with you to provide the necessary
components to make your vacation a
reality and the memory of a lifetime.


Branson by Jet
April 17-22
Coral Princess 7 Day Alaska
June 4
Royal Caribbean
Majesty of the Seas
4 Night Bahamas July 2
Sapphire Princess 7 Day
Alaska August 4
Liberty of the Seas 7 days
Eastern Caribbean Aug 4
Grand Princess
10 Days Canada/New
England
September 28
Globut Canyon Country
Scottsdale LasVegas
8 Days October 2
Carnival Liberty
Eastern Caribbean
October 13 8 days
$751 w/bus & insurance
$75 on board credit a


Branson By Jet 8
6 Days w/ air October 30 0
Carnival Freedom
7 Days Eastern
Thanksgiving Nov. 17
Norwegian Jewel
Thanksgiving Cruise
5 Day Western Nov. 18


Treasure Coast Urgent and Family Care is proud to
offer quick, quality, friendly care at your convenience.
Centrally located at 1050 SE Monterey Road, Suite 101,
in Stuart, Treasure Coast Urgent and Family Care offers
a spacious 4,000 square foot state of the art facility for
your comfort.
Treasure Coast Urgent and Family Care began serv-
ice to the community ten months ago. One of Martin
County's newest and finest medical facilities, it is
owned and operated by Dr. Michele Libman, who for-
merly served as an emergency room physician with
Martin Memorial Hospital for over six years. Doctor
Libman holds prestigious board certification in both
Emergency Medicine and Internal Medicine. She is a
member of the Martin County Medical Association,


The Florida Medical Association,- and the
noted American Academy of Emergency
Medicine.

From her experience in the area, Dr.
Libman came to realize that the community
needed another facility for quality care. She
envisioned a facility that would offer exten-
sive and varied medical services, lower costs,
and shorter waiting times than that encoun-
tered at many medical facilities. Thus, the idea
for Treasure Coast Urgent and Family Care
was born.

Dr. Libman and her highly skilled staff,
including three nurse practitioners, offer
many services. Just a few of the many services offered
include basic lab work, blood pressure management,
breathing problems, chronic problem care, EKG,
sprains and strains, immunizations, minor surgery,
sutureirepair, and X-ray facilities.
Treasure Coast Urgent and Family Care offers lower
costs than most area facilities, with a charge of only
$111 for basic services. Most other area facilities
charge from $160 to $170 and up., In addition, our
office manager, Sandi Bush. is highly skilled in assist-
ing those who need help 'with workers compensation
and auto accident claims.
In addition to a wide variety of services available
and low costs, another notable aspect of the care is
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quick attention to your medical needs. At Treasure
Coast Urgent and Family Care, the word "Urgent" is not
just part of the name. In many other facilities, after two
to three hours, patients are still waiting. At Treasure
Coast Urgent and Family Care, clients have already
been treated and are on the road to recovery.
Additionally, clients with computers can save even
more time. Just visit www.tcurgentcare.com to down-
load and complete your paperwork before even com-
ing to Dr. Libman's office.

Finally, Dr. Libman wants everyone to know that
they offer an exceptionally warm, caring, and under-
standing staff. Unlike most other facilities, Treasure
Coast Urgent and Family Care has office hours
designed for your convenience. They are open Monday
through Friday from 8:00 A.M. through 6:00 P.M. and
on Saturday and Sundays from 9:00 A.M. through 2:00
P.M.

The Treasure Coast Urgent and Family Care phone
number is (772) 419-0560, and the fax number is (772)
419-0557. Remember to visit them for the highest qual-
ity, friendliest, and most cost effective medical atten-
tion available.


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Phone: 772-221-3551 Jeff's Cell: 772-708-2328
Website: www.twofitpros.com


Two Fit Pros in Stuart is not your normal gym. They offer one-on-one
personal training in a private environment. At Two Fit Pros, clients don't
have to worry about crowded gym space or packed locker rooms. It's your
own personal gym, fully equipped with your own personal trainer.
"We cater to people who want to be in a personal training environment,
who don't want the traffic of a gym," said owner and trainer Jeff Urcan. "It's
all one on one training."
Being a personal trainer, he knows how stressful it can be to go a mega
gym just to get a good work out. That's where the Two Fit Pros experience
differs from other gyms. When you are there with a trainer, the 2,000 square
foot space becomes your own private gym.
Each session you have with a trainer at Two Fit Pros lasts about an hour
and includes strength training, a cardio workout and an evaluation of your
diet. Mr. Urcan understands how hard it can be to get on track with a new
exercise program, that's how he got into the business in the first place.
In 1997, Urcan was employed as a full-time commercial airline pilot. He
weighed 265 pounds with 36 percent body fat. "When I got in my 30s, I
started gaining a lot of weight and struggled with it for 15 years", Mr. Urcan
said. "When I woke up in the morning, I was out of breath." Coming to the
realization that if he continued on at that weight, he would no longer be
able to maintain his pilot status.
That was when Mr. Urcan made a commitment to losing the weight,
In eight months, Mr. Urcan slimmed down to a 175-pound frame with 8
percent body fat.
Shortly after, he decided to make helping others achieve their fitness
goals his life's work.
"I know what they're going through. It's not an easy task in the beginning,
even though they find out its easier in than they think." Mr. Urcan said.
Another unique thing about Two Fit Pros is that you don't have to have a
membership, because it's not a big name gym. Each client goes session to
session. Clients are ,ble to purchase packages of 12 sessions or more, but
by no means is that required. At Two Fit Pros, the clients are in charge of
how often they work out, but not how hard, that's up to the trainer.
As a trainer, Mr. Urcan will get you in shape and make sure you know
what you're doing wrong when it comes to bad eating habits. One of the
biggest misconceptions people haveaccording to Urcan, is that when you
diet, you have to starve. Two Fit Pros training doesn't just stop in the gym,
they'll show you how to eat right and be full, not hungry.
"We recommend things that they should do and shouldn't do. We don't
recommend a lot of supplements and things," Urcan said. "We suggest
what they should be eating from a grocery store, and riot a supplement
store."
Two Fit Pros is located at 2201 SE Indian St. Unit H-4 in Stuart. Contact
Two Fit Pros with email at twofitpros3@aol.com, or call 772-221-3551


By Matt Dewhurst
Sport writer


Stone Tech, a Well-Deserved Success

Hard Work, Integrity & Honesty


When Giovanni Briguglio came to
the states from Italy in 1993, he had
a wife, three children and $3,000 in
his pocket. Mr. Briguglio said the
money disappeared after about three
weeks.
To make ends meet, the future
owner of Stone Tech international
worked two jobs from 7:30 a.m. to
5:30 p.m. until one particularly
heart-wrenching night.
Mr. Briguglio was on his way to the
store to pick up a pint of milk for his
11-month-old daughter when he
realized he didn't have enough
money. He was short 27 cents.
"I looked every where and couldn't
find 27 cents," he said. "I felt
ashamed to go to the store, so that
night we gave her tea."
Mr. Briguglio said that he cried all
night by her crib and swore that it
would never happen again.
"It never happened again," he said.
From that point forward, he began
importing containers (each one con-
tains about 80 slabs or between 3,600
and 3,700 square feet of marble) that
went directly to the buyer. He acted
as agent and did not stock the prod-
uct.
He expanded his business nationally
by researching potential clients on
the Internet, doing additional check-
ing with the Better Business Bureau
in each company's state and compil-
ing a database containing names of
about 1,000 organizations.
"I started sending e-mails and letters
explaining who I was and what I
was doing," he said. "I started
receiving responses and then started
traveling the nation."
Travel he did. Mr. Briguglio said his
Ford station wagon averaged
100,000 miles a year as he literally
went from coast to coast he's got
*clients in states such as California,
Texas, the tri-state area and Arizona


- selling his product.
"It wasn't an easy thing to do, but,
somehow, with God's help, I man-
aged to do it," he said.
Today, Mr. Briguglio owns and oper-
ates Stone Tech International with
his wife, Josephine. With a total staff
of more than 20 people, they import
marble and granite from different
countries, mainly from Italy, but also
from Brazil, Spain, India, China and
South Africa and
distribute to the
trade.
No stranger to the
business, Mr..
Briguglio's family
has owned marble
and granite facto-
ries in Sicily since
1917.
"It's a family busi-
ness that has been
going on for about
100 years," he
said.
Mr. and Mrs.
Briguglio have [
quite a history "t
themselves. 41
'They started dat- -
ing in 1971 when
he was 15 and she a:
was 14. Mrs. Briguglio would visit
her grandparents every year in
Sicily, where she and Giovanni
would run into each other. Giovanni
estimates that they sent "something
like 9,000 letters" back and forth
before being married in Italy in 1976.
They lived in New York from 1976 to
1980, and Giovanni got a degree in
accounting from Queens College
during that time.
They returned to Italy in 1980 and
had three children, Domenic, 26,
Anna, 23 and Eliana, age 14.
Son Dominic manages the 20,000-
square-foot Naples location, which


has been open since 2004, Anna
works at the Boyton Beach location
and is a graduate of Northwood
University, and Eliana attends
Jupiter Academy.
After tiring from so much nation- .,,
wide travel, Giovanni wanted to
spend more time with his family.
He said he retained his good
accounts people he didn't have to
chase for payment and today con-
tinues to export
containers directly
from the factory in
Italy to the final
,a buyer.
In lieu of travel-
ing, he opened a
19,000-square- foot
warehouse in
Riviera Beach
which will be relo-
cating to Boynton
Beach on May 1.
The facility there
is 40,000-square
feet and features a
large warehouse,
showroom and a
greeting place for
customers with
various acces-
sories, Mrs.
Briguglio said.
"We are different from other compa-
nies in that we only buy first-quality
material, we specialize in our service
and at this new location, people
actually are able to pick out their
slabs so they know what they are
getting," she said. "They don't just
pick from a sample."
Stone Tech is also now part of the
International Design Center in
Estero, Fla. The company became
part of the center when it opened in
summer 2006, Mrs. Briguglio said,
and they are featured in the stone
gallery section of the center.


Mr. Briguglio said that they have a
regular customer base of 250, but
they also get walk-ins every day.
Stone Tech focuses heavily on quali-
ty and customer service, he said.
"We really go out of our way to
please the customer. We back up 100
percent what we sell. We do busi-
ness the right way."
He said they provide assistance in
helping the customer pick the right
stone for the right project, and the
most popular stones are gold, yellow
and green granite.
They also have a large selection of
exotics, stones with blues, purples
and reds and a good selection of
onyx, translucent, red, dark green,
honey and white.
Mrs. Briguglio stresses the value of a
family-owned business.
"We work together as a team, as a
family; husband, wife and then our
kids," Mrs. Briguglio said. "We pret-
ty much focused on achieving the
same thing. We were always work-
ing closely together."
For anyone hoping to go into busi-
ness for themselves, Mr. Briguglio
said that he or she must remember
it's not an easy ride.
"It takes hard work and more hard
work," he said. "You need to have a
dream and have a plan and work the
plan and don't give up."Other major
factors in success are integrity and
honesty, as well as perseverance.
"Things will happen if you put the
right effort into it," he said.
"Nothing happens overnight, it's a
process."

Stone Tech International is locat-
ed at
2700 Quantum Boulevard
Boynton Beach
Hours: M-F 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
561-738-9919


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By: Walter H. Janke, M.D.
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Every year, chronic diseases claim the lives of millions of Americans. Evidence shows that improving personal health habits often can prevent
many of the leading causes of death in the United States, such as heart disease, cancer, stroke, lung disease, and household injuries. Eating right,
staying physically active, not smoking and taking the medicines your physician has prescribed are a few examples of good habits that can help
you stay healthy and substantially reduce the illnesses, disabilities, and unnecessary or early deaths caused by these diseases.

To a large extent, the major chronic diseases, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and diabetes are an extension of what people do, or do not do. Those
who practice health-damaging behaviors risk decreased quality of life and early death. Three risk factors, tobacco use, lack of physical activity,
and poor nutrition are the major contributors to cardiovascular disease and cancer, our nation's leading killers. Also, it is important to follow your
doctors orders when drug therapy has been prescribed to control a chronic disease, there is clinical data that suggests death rates from heart
disease would be lower if more people took their medications as prescribed by their physician.

In addition, today we have the tools in hand to detect certain chronic diseases in their early stage, which is when treatment is most effective.
Regular screening can detect cancers of the breast, cervix, colon, prostate, and rectum and is also critical in preventing the debilitating compli-
cations of diabetes. Screening and appropriate follow-up for high blood pressure and elevated cholesterol can be life-saving measures for indi-
viduals at risk for cardiovascular disease. Access to high quality and affordable prevention measures for all Americans essential if we are to
save lives and reduce medical care costs.


Preventive strategies will encourage you to stay healthy and help you to improve the quality
of your life. Your doctor can help you determine which preventive services are
most appropriate for you based on your age and medical history.
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Dr. Walter H. Janke is a retired
cardiovascular surgeon who is now
the Chairman and Chief Executive
Officer of America s Health Choice
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tute of Michigan, St. Joseph Hospital, Flint,
Michigan where he developed their first open
heart surgery programs. Dr. Janke also
developed the firsi of two open-heart surgery
programs in Fort Lauderdale, the first at ,
Florida Medical Center and the second at
Holy Cross Hospital.


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