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Teens invited to participate in essay contest
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For Hometown News TREASURE COAST -As part of his mission to educate Floridians about critical financial issues that affect the security and prosperity of their futures and families, Jeff Atwater, Florida's chief financial officer, launched the Florida students $ave essay contest. The contest will award hundreds to students who present the b...
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Gala to raise money for afterschool program
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - The inaugural, 'We Live Here, We Give Here Gala'will take place at the Charles and Rae Kane Center at 900 S.E. Salerno Road to benefit nonprofit Elev8Hope on Nov.30, at 6 p.m. 'We Live Here, We Give Here,'coined by the children who participate in the Elev8Hope program describes their efforts perfect...
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Adoption seminar to be held Nov. 29
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For Hometown News FORT PIERCE - Anyone interested in learning more about adoption is encouraged to join the Children's Home Society of Florida, Treasure Coast Division, at the next adoption orientation session. The next meeting is scheduled at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 29 at the Early Learning Coalition of St. Lucie County office, located at 8...
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Nonprofit adds new board member
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - The Advocates for the Rights of the Challenged of Martin County welcomed Conrad Damon to the 2012 board of directors. Mr. Damon is a founding partner of Ward, Damon, Posner, Pheterson and Bleau, a mid-size, multi-specialty law firm with offices in Palm Beach and Martin counties. Mr. Damon specializes in comme...
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Casino night is huge success
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For Hometown News HOBE SOUND - Sailing on the good ship Algozzini, a cruise-ship themed casino, sponsored by Metz Construction Company, proved to be an event packed with live entertainment, casino gaming winners and fabulous tropical food displays. Upon entering the casino night, held on Oct. 27 at the Hobe Sound Golf Club, guests were greete...
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Nonprofit seeking student nominations
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - United Way of Martin County's CHARACTER COUNTS! program is seeking nominations to honor worthy young people for the annual Joe Kordick youth character awards sponsored by the Kordick Estate, Kramer, Sopko & Levenstein and Proctor, Crook, Crowder & Fogal. Each year, CHARACTER COUNTS! recognizes youth whose l...
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Hearing aid bank needs donated aids
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For Hometown News TREASURE COAST - The Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services of the Treasure Coast is in need of hearing aid donations of all types and in any condition. Many people wonder what to do with their old units that just take up drawer space. Donated units are refurbished and then provided to people in the local community who could not ot...
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College to offer course for license dental hygienists
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For Hometown News TREASURE COAST - Licensed dental hygienists will want to consider a new course being offered by the Indian River State College Corporate and Community Training Institute. The course is designed to train licensed dental hygienists to safely administer dental anesthesia under the supervision of a Florida- licensed dentist. Tho...
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Residents reminded to donate wisely to storm victims
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For Hometown News TREASURE COAST - In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy in the northeast U.S., emergency officials urge residents to donate responsibly. Citizens and businesses witnessing Sandy's devastation and wishing to help those impacted should follow these guidelines to ensure your donations do the most good for the ...
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Bank to host blood drive
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For Hometown News STUART - Seacoast National Bank's East Ocean branch will once again host the 'Big Red Bus'for the do good/feel good blood drive on Nov. 21 from 12:30-3:30 p.m. As a thank you, all donors participating will have the choice to receive free movie tickets or free miniature golf tickets. 'This is the perfect time of year...
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Obituaries
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Arline N. Busalacchi Arline N. Busalacchi, 76, of Stuart, died Oct. 29, 2012. She was born in Milwaukee and lived in Stuart for 40 years. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Antonio; two sons, Michael and Antonio; two sisters Connie and Dorothy and four grandchildren. Arrangements by All County Funeral Home & Crematory. Leo Danielian ...
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School center opens
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For Hometown news MARTIN COUNTY - The new school at Samaritan Center for Young Boys & Families is now open. Books, computers, supplies and everything else needed to make the Seymour St. John Learning and Activity Center the center of education, meetings and events has been moved. 'What was once a dream is now a reality,'said Amy Christen...
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Event boasts huge attendance
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For Hometown news JENSEN BEACH - The delighted Treasure Coast children experienced fall weather, fun activities and memorable opportunities at the 8th annual TreasureFest Family Fun Day on Oct. 27th, at the Children's Museum of the Treasure Coast. Hurricane Sandy couldn't scare off more than a thousand of kids, parents and grandparents at...
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Martin County Clubs & Classes
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Clubs and organizations '¢A+ Friendship Group: Nondenominational group for age 50 and older, meets Mondays and Fridays, (except holidays), from 6:30-9 p.m. for cards and games. Snacks are provided, with a $1 donation accepted. Meeting place is at the Vince Bocchino Community Center at Langford Park, 2369 N.E. Dixie Highway, Jensen Beach. For mor...
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Martin County Community News
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Group accepting membership The Stuart Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol is accepting memberships from men and women ages 12 to 21, who are interested in volunteer work. Attendees will learn teamwork and leadership skills. Meetings are held every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Martin County Sheriff's Office aviation hangar at Witham Field, ...
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