November 2013 Parade - Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce

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Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce
Official Christmas Parade Program
Presented by Treasure Coast Irrigation/Rood Landscape
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Vol. 22 Issue 4
PELICAN
Hobe Sound Chamber of
Commerce Calendar
Personal Safety Strategy, Part 1 - Awareness
By Dennis Root
Welcome to the first of a three part series
makes you nervous, AVOID IT!
about the development of your own Personal
It is always best to avoid a situation if
Safety Strategy. It is a statistical fact that more
you can. Example: Leaving the mall at
times than not the “Bad Guy” is seeking a spenight is a major concern for many, especific type. He, or sometimes she, is looking for
cially parents who have children working
that person who screams like the donkey from
there until closing. When preparing to
Shrek...“I AM A VICTIM! PICK ME! PICK
exit the mall, look around outside before
ME!” Many feel that the police officer should
you exit. Identify people who concern you
keep them safe.
and avoid them. If something feels wrong,
However, there is a lot of truth in the sayhave security or law enforcement escort
ing, “When seconds count, the cops are
you out. Your environmental or situationonly minutes away.” Most of the time the
al awareness is seriously impacted by disDennis Root
Tactical Advantage
police officers are simply responding to the
tractors. Texting and talking are two examSolutions,
LLC
request for help. It is rare that the officer just
ples of distractors the bad guy is using to
happens to be at the right place at the right
victimize others.
time. Don’t get me wrong, it does happen, but it’s rare.
Remember, the first consideration in your Personal
With all of that being said, let’s talk about the first step in
Safety Strategy is Awareness. If you are aware of the
our Personal Safety Strategy.
potential dangers, you can avoid them! In part two of
BE AWARE! One of the most important components
this series, in the February 2014 issue, we will discuss
of your Personal Safety Strategy is AWARENESS. Learn
being prepared.
to recognize locations to avoid and people to steer clear
Dennis Root is the co-founder of Tactical Advantage
of. Think about where you park, the lighting in the area,
Solutions, LLC, located at 1111 SE Federal Highway,
how populated is it, etc. Listen to the intuition God gave
Suite 118, Stuart, Florida 34994-3802. For more inforyou. You know, that feeling that makes the hair on the
mation you may call him at his office: 772-324-8147 or
back of your neck stand up. If there is something that
visit www.tacticalLEO.com.
Council of Chambers Encourages You to Put Your Money
Where Your Heart Is, Martin
In an effort to encourage chamber members throughout Martin County to do business locally, the Council of
Chambers of Martin County is launching a new, heartfelt
campaign. In one uncomplicated message the Council is
asking Chamber members of all five Chambers of
Commerce to simply “Put your money where your heart
is” by doing business with fellow chamber members.
The Council of Chambers of Martin County will kick
start the new campaign with colorful posters, stickers, eflyers and social media promotions. Chamber members
across Martin County from small businesses to box stores
will participate by displaying the poster and stickers in
their store fronts, at cash registers and in office windows.
“The Council of Chambers has promoted ‘buy local’
campaigns that encourage member to member business
for decades. We recently saw a need to revamp and reenergize our messages,” said Joe Catrambone, President
of the Stuart/Martin County Chamber of Commerce.
“The ‘Put your money where your heart is’ message is
most appropriate for a new campaign. Members are loyal
to their Chambers and to each other. Their hearts are
with their fellow members and respected colleagues,” said
Angela Hoffman, Executive Director of the Hobe Sound
Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 1507
Hobe Sound, Florida 33475
Phone (772) 546-4724
Fax (772) 546-9969
www.hobesound.org
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Supplement to the
Stuart News
Or Current Occupant
November-January 2013
November, December 2013 &
January 2014
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November Meetings
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Wednesday, November 6th
AMBASSADORS MEETING
12:00pm at the Chamber Office
Tuesday, November 12th and 26th
HOBE SOUND
TOASTMASTERS MEETING
7:00-9:00pm at Hobe Sound Bible College,
Administrative Building, Herron Center, 2nd Floor,
11298 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe Sound
Open to Chamber members and the public
Call 772-546-4724 for more information.
Monday, November 18th
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
MEETING
5:30pm at the Chamber Office
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November Events
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Friday, November 1st, 8th, and 22nd
SCORE BUSINESS COUNSELING
10:00am-1:00pm at the Chamber Office
Free Event
Call 772-546-4724 to schedule an appointment.
Thursday, November 14th
MONTHLY BREAKFAST
8:00-9:15am at Boys and Girls Clubs of Martin
County, 11500 SE Lares Avenue, Hobe Sound
Sponsored by: Law Offices of W. Trent Steele
Guest Speaker: Kim Waser,
Quit Doc Research & Education Foundation/
Tobacco Free Partnership of Martin County
Topic: Tools to help your employees quit smoking
$10 Members/$15 Non-members; No shows will be
billed. Register online at www.hobesound.org
Wednesday, November 20th
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
5:00-7:30pm at Maltz Jupiter Theatre
1001 E. Indiantown Road, Jupiter
$7 Members/$10 Non-members
RSVP Required
Register online at www.hobesound.org
Thursday, November 28th
THANKSGIVING DAY &
HANUKKAH
Chamber Office Closed
Friday, November 29th
DAY AFTER THANKSGIVING
Chamber Office Closed
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Council of Chambers
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Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce
2013 Board of Directors
Officers
President: Dan Hulen, Fifth Third Processing
Solutions/Powered by Vantiv
Vice President: Charlene Oakowsky, Oakowsky
Properties
Treasurer:Steve Fenton, Fenton Services/Handyman
Matters
Secretary: Jennifer Ahern, Lesser, Lesser, Landy &
Smith
Past President:
Tom Balling, Treasure Coast
Irrigation/Rood Landscape
Board of Directors
Stacey Brandt . . . . . . . . . .Jupiter Medical Center
Melinda Brault . . . . . . . .Geminye Design Group
John “Jac” Crawford . . . .Strategic Realty Services
Elisabeth Ditchkus . . .Forest Hills Funeral Homes
Mike McCoy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M & K Publishing
Robert “Bob” McLean . . . . . . . . .Avalon Air, Inc.
Pete Morello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The UPS Store
Derreck Ogden . .Word of Mouth Comp. & Elect.
W. Trent Steele . . .Law Offices of W. Trent Steele
Presidentʼs Council
Tom Balling . .Treasure Coast Irrig/Rood Landscape
Blake Capps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Capps Roofing
David Chambers . . . . . . . . . . .Chambers Electric
Scott Fay . . . . . . . . . . .Bridge Boat & RV Storage
Gary Lesser . . . . . .Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith
Mary Lopopolo . . . . . . . .Seacoast National Bank
Jason Lovelady .Carpenter’s Roofing & Sheet Metal
Charlene Oakowsky . . . . . . . .Oakowsky Properties
Derreck Ogden . . .Word of Mouth Comp. & Elect.
Tony Sementelli . . . . . . .Hobe Sound ShipCenter
Frank Tricarico . . . . . . . . . . . .Metz Construction
Eric T. Wesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jupiter Island Pools
Ambassador Committee
Janet Otten . . . . . . . . . .Director, Chamber Staff
Kim Biancardi . . . . . .Reel Embroidery & Graphics
Carol Bobo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BB&T
Bill Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Glory Association
Deborah Clark . . . . .Audubon of Martin County
John “Jac” Crawford . . . .Strategic Realty Services
Elisabeth Ditchkus . . . .Forest Hills Funeral Homes
Shelly Gonyo .Stuart Family Chiro & Acupuncture
Ceil O’Neil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Wm. Day Agency
Charlene Oakowsky . . . . . . . .Oakowsky Properties
Crystal Perez . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .TD Bank
Sharyl Pratt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Coldwell Banker
Amber Shirk . . . . . . . . . . . .Seacoast National Bank
Theresa Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . .Beaches Hair Studio
Kim Toth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Edward Jones
Staff
Angela Hoffman, Executive Director
Janet Otten, Director of Member Services
Janelle Parsons, Membership Assistant
Rachel Willard, Bookkeeper
Volunteers
Carol Branch, Audrey Burzynski, Marge Cabaniss,
Bette Evans, Lillian Johnson, Bobbi Kauffman,
George Kleine, George Mahr, Mary Rose Murray,
Rich Otten, Jean Tierney
The Hobe Sound Pelican is published quarterly by the
Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce
11954 SE Dixie, Hobe Sound, FL 33455
772-546-4724
Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30am-3:30pm
Managing Editor:
Janet Otten, Director of Member Services
Production:
Theresa Dormi, Tandem VA
Chamber.
Chamber members are asked to patronize other
chamber members in the retail, restaurant, service and
professional categories. Businesses that choose to be
Chamber members support the local business community and economy, supply jobs, and support local charities, education, and youth activities in Martin County.
Put your money where your heart is and do business
with Chamber members!
www.hobesound.org
For more information, please contact one of your
local, Martin County Chambers of Commerce.
Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce at 772-5464724 or www.hobesound.org
Indiantown Chamber of Commerce at 772-5972184 or www.indiantownchamber.com
Jensen Beach Chamber of Commerce at 772-3343444 or www.jensenbeachchamber.biz
Palm City Chamber of Commerce at 772-286-8121
or www.palmcitychamber.com
Stuart/ Martin County Chamber of Commerce at
772-287-1088 or www.stuartmartinchamber.org
Hobe Sound Pelican
www.hobesound.org
Community News
Associates is located at 6530 S. Kanner Hwy Stuart, Fl.
34997 and can be reached at 772-233-4315.
Tequesta Terrace Presents
Senior Service Award
Ameriprise Financial Services
Achieves High Score in Client
Relationship Study
Steven W. Landwersiek a financial advisor, with
Landwersiek & Associates, a financial advisory practice
of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., has received high
marks from his clients in the recent Ameriprise Financial
Client Relationship Study. Landwersiek ranked in the
top 25 percent of participating advisors who scored 96
percent or higher based on overall client satisfaction.
Conducted by a third party research organization, the
survey provides clients with the opportunity to rate their
advisor in several areas including whether their advisor
provides them access to other specialists when appropriate, explains fees clearly and contacts them when market
conditions change significantly.
As a financial advisor, Steven Landwersiek provides
financial advice that is anchored in a solid understanding of client needs and expectations, and provided in a
one-on-one relationship with his client. Landwersiek &
Ribbon
Cutting…
B. Woodward, Law Office of Brandon Woodward, J. Crawford,
Strategic Realty, T. Smith, Beaches Hair Studio, Amanda
McLaughlin, Hobe Sound Community Calendar, S. Gonyo, Stuart
Family Chiropractic and Acupuncture, K. Biancardi,
Reelgraphic.com, Stacy Weimer, Hobe Sound Community Calendar,
R. Nash, Chamber Volunteer, C. Oakowsky, Oakowsky Properties, A.
Shirk, Seacoast National Bank, Dan McLaughlin, Hobe Sound
Community Calendar, and J. Otten, Hobe Sound Chamber
Hobe Sound Community Calendar
Stacy Weimer and Amanda McLaughlin
772-403-3750
www.hscommunitycalendar.com
Susan Joy Aziz has been a volunteer with the Area
Agency on Aging of Palm Beach/Treasure Coast since
2006. Because of her devotion to helping others,
Tequesta Terrace Assisted Living recently presented her
with the Senior Service Award. The Area Agency on
Aging nominated Aziz for this honor. The charity and
Aziz were each given a $500 gift from Tequesta Terrace
Assisted Living as part of the award presented to them
during a special event in their honor.
Aziz said “The greatest honor and joy for me is working with the Agency’s caring and compassionate staff and
volunteers to improve the quality of lives of seniors in
our community.”
Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Area Agency on
Aging is dedicated to serving the needs of seniors,
adults with disabilities and their caregivers throughout
Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Okeechobee, and
Indian River counties. The senior population in these
areas is over 552,000. The Agency’s Elder Helpline is
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the gateway to publicly administered long-term care
supports such as in-home health care, home delivered
meals, Medicaid enrollment and food stamp applications. Last year the Elder Helpline handled 107,532
calls from seniors or caregivers.
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Hobe Sound Pelican
Thank You Renewals:
Since 1990
Stow-A-Way Storage
Since 1997
Copley’s RV Center, Inc.
Since 2007
C & C Auto Repair
Michelle Tucker – Florida Living Realty
Sherwin Williams
The Skin Inn
Since 2008
Advantage Ford of Stuart
Allied Building Products
•Residential
•Service Calls
•Commercial
•Generators
Quality Service
“Since 1966”
Hobe Sound, FL 33475
772.546.2292
License EC13001299
Mariner Sands Country Club
Sterling House/Clare Bridge
Since 2009
Brennity at Port St. Lucie
David Nickerson, Inc.
Hughes Umbanhowar Architects
Loblolly Community Service/Marina
Nightingale Private Care
ServPro of Martin County
The Fur Seasons
Since 2010
Crown Trophy
DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen
Lyric Theatre
Martin County Republican Women’s Federated
Shrimpers Grill & Raw Bar
www.hobesound.org
Since 2011
Aetna Plumbing
B’ing the Best, Inc. dba McDonald’s
Coldwell Banker – Duvall
Cottages at Hobe Sound
Geminye Design Group
Geo. V. Bullen & Son Florida, Inc.
Harbor Community Bank
South Florida Karting Association
Since 2012
Ameriprise Financial Services
Florida Living Realty
Florida State Security
Forward Electric & Air Conditioning
Hobe Sound Nature Center
Palm Tree Auto Sales
www.hobesound.org
Hobe Sound Pelican
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Hobe Sound Toasters Celebrate Five Years
At the September 9th meeting, Hobe Sound Toasters
celebrated their 5-year birthday as a local area club under
Toastmasters International. Founded and chartered in
September 2008 and sponsored by the Hobe Sound
Chamber, Hobe Sound Toasters continues to be dedicated to helping local individuals gain confidence, develop
speaking skills and ultimately become leaders in their professional and personal lives.
The meeting was held in the Herron Center of the
Hobe Sound Bible College. To set the mood, all members present had party hats, and noise makers. Songs with
birthday themes rang out from the CD player as folks
entered the room for the meeting and during break time.
The meeting proceeded with 3 prepared speeches and
evaluations.
Intermission snacks were brought in by Rich Otten,
DTM, who made a delicious chocolate birthday cake and
Jef Otten, CC, who baked peanut butter cookies. Area
Governor, Audrey Burzynski, provided birthday party
“goodie” bags for everyone.
Following the break, Table Topics was led by Jan Otten
relating some birthday trivia followed by asking questions
that evoked birthday memories from fellow members
Marty Post, George Strasdas, Kathleen Gemme, Hieu
Huynh and Carol Labuhn.
Toastmasters International presented the club with a
Ribbon
Cutting…
From left: J. Crawford, Strategic Realty, S. Gonyo, Stuart Family
Chiropractic and Acupuncture, T. Smith, Beaches Hair Studio, B.
Brown, Glory Association, S. Pratt, Coldwell Banker, C. Oakowsky,
Oakowsky Properties, Joanne Wilson, Campbell-Wilson Insurance,
Darin Wilson, Campbell-Wilson Insurance, C. Perez, TD Bank, A.
Shirk, Seacoast National Bank, G. Kinkead, SelectShred, R.
Kinkead, SelectShred, J. Otten, Hobe Sound Chamber, and K. Toth,
Edward Jones
Campbell-Wilson Insurance
8827 SE Bridge Road, Hobe Sound, FL 33455
772-546-1008
www.campbell-wilson.com
Grand Opening of their new location in the
Marketplace Plaza on Bridge Road
Certificate of Achievement to commend Hobe Sound
Toasters for reaching 5 years as a member of the larger
organization.
In a letter of congratulations accompanying the certificate, George Yen, DTM, International President and
Daniel Rex, Chief Executive Officer stated, “You and
your leadership team are the alchemists that transform
lives, one at a time. Indeed, Toastmasters’ founder, Dr.
Ralph Smedley, wrote on his 80th birthday on February
22, 1957, about the magic of a successful club experience:
It leads to the discovery of hidden abilities, bringing
these latent talents into use, and thus enriching the
man’s life.
It broadens the man’s conception of how to live with
people.
It helps in the integration of personality.
It brings out for use the leadership traits and abilities
and thus helps to prepare the man to be a leader.
The letter goes on to say, “As you and your team perform your leadership roles, you will notice the transformation happening within. Beyond the improvement
in your communication and leadership skills, you
might notice the gradual transition from a “taker to a
giver.” If so, congratulations, you are on your way in
your leadership track, be it in district leadership or in
your profession.”
“Through all of our five years the Hobe Sound Bible
College has been supportive and allows us the use of a
classroom for our regular meetings as well as larger
rooms for contests and events. We are so grateful for
their continuing support” stated Jan Otten, Toasters
Secretary. The Bible College will be hosting their annual auction fundraiser on November 15th and have
asked Hobe Sound Toasters to contribute items to that
auction. Please consider donating something that perhaps you no longer need but possibly someone else will
be happy to have.
Since 1924 Toastmasters International groups have
provided a supportive learning environment in which to
develop communication and leadership skills. Hobe
Sound Toasters is open to Chamber members and the
public. If you are interested in learning more about
Toastmasters you are invited to a meeting at any time.
Meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each
month, 7:00-9:00pm at the Hobe Sound Bible College,
Herron Center, 11298 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe Sound.
For more information call the Chamber office at 772546-4724 or email [email protected]. Visit
Toastmasters International at www.toastmasters.org.
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Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce 28th Annual Christmas Parade
Parade Lineup – December 7, 2013
Official Christmas
Parade Sponsors
Master of Ceremonies: Nick Perry
Parade Sponsors: Treasure Coast Irrigation / Rood Landscape, Inc. and Bridge Boat & RV Storage
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Martin County Motorcycles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Motorcycles
Treasure Coast Irrigation/Rood Landscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Leading Truck with Banner
Sheriff Will Snyder & Contingent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, horses,marchers,truck, flyover helicopter
Grand Marshal,Kathy Spurgeon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Hall Bryant VFW Post 10132 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float, Drill Team
Amvets Post 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Float, Marchers
Knights of Columbus Council 10718, St. Chris. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Marchers, Truck
Dan Hulen, BOD President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Senator Joe Negron, Rebecca Negron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Commissioner Sarah Heard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Commissioner John Haddox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Commissioner Anne Scott . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Golf Cart
Commissioner Doug Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Rep. Mary Lynn Magar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Laurie Gaylord, Superintendent of Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Carolyn Timman, Clerk of the Circuit Court . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Vicki Davis, MC Supervisor of Elections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Ruth Pietruzewski, MC Tax Collector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
MC Tax Collector Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float
Jupiter Island Public Safety Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Hobe Sound Soccer Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers
Murray Middle School Band of Pride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Band
Hobe Sound Early Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Marchers
Jupiter Island Pools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck
Kids Kickin’ for Christ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers
Hobe Sound Cub Scout Pack 812 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers
Girl Scouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float
Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float, Marchers, Truck
Ronald McDonald . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hobe Sound Little League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers
JTHS Assoc. of Realtors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float
Kwik Stop - Nesquick Bunny . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float
CLU, ChFC, CFP
Registered Investment Advisor
Securities offered through Mutual Service Corp. Member NASD/SIPC
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Diamond Transfer & Garage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Treasure Coast Twirl Teams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers
Seacoast National Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers
Hobe Sound Christian Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float
Hobe Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float, Marchers
Florida Living Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Seawind Elementary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Audubon of Martin County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Marchers
Avalon Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
South Fork High School JROTC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers, Color Guard
South Fork High School Spirit & Pride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Band
Jonathan Dickinson State Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck
Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck
Amara Shriners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Motorcycle, Boat, Tin Lizzies, Clowns, Etc.
Palm Tree Auto Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Anderson Middle School SWAT Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers
Anderson Middle School Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Band
Hobe Sound Comm. Presbyterian Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float
American Cancer Society-Relay for Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marchers
HSBR Insurance Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Stoney's Automotive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car
Hidden Oaks Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Band, Color Guard
Landmark Arts, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Float, Marchers
AMAC Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Boat
First United Methodist of Hobe Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float
GFWC Hobe Sound Women’s Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Marchers
Hobe Sound Nature Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Marchers
Forward Electric & Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck
Jupiter Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mobile Unit
Hobe Sound Christian Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marching Band
Hobe Sound Magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Car, Float
Apollo School Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1931 Old Truck
Humane Society of Treasure Coast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Van, Dogs
Tony’s Tree Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck
Hobe Sound Cowgirls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6 Horses
Green $ Sod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck
Martin County Fire Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck
Bridge Boat & RV Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Truck
TCI/Rood, Mr. Rood’s Memory Wagon, M/M Santa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Float
TCI/Rood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Beach Ball Float
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Hobe Sound Chamber of
Commerce Calendar
December 2013 and January 2014
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December Meetings
Wednesday, December 4th
AMBASSADORS
MEETING
12:00pm at the Chamber Office
Tuesday, December 10th
HOBE SOUND
TOASTMASTERS MEETING
7:00-9:00pm at Hobe Sound Bible College,
Administrative Building, Herron Center, 2nd Floor,
11298 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe Sound
Open to Chamber members and the public
Call 772-546-4724 for more information.
Monday, December 16th
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
5:30pm at the Chamber Office
◆
December Events
◆
Tuesday, December 3rd
COFFEE TALK
8:00-9:00am at the Chamber office
Limited to the first 12 who sign up
Guest Speaker: Steve Landwersiek,
Ameriprise Financial
Topic: Investment Strategy Outlook
Free Event
Call the Chamber at 772-546-4724
to reserve your seat
Thursday, December 5th
COCKTAILS & CONNECTIONS
6:00-7:00pm at Barton’s Jewelers
Free Event
By Invitation
Friday, December 6th and 13th
SCORE BUSINESS COUNSELING
10:00am-1:00pm at the Chamber Office
Free Event
Call 772-546-4724 to schedule an appointment.
Saturday, December 7th
28TH ANNUAL HOBE SOUND
CHRISTMAS PARADE
Presented by Treasure Coast Irrigation/
Rood Landscape & Bridge Boat & RV Storage
1:00pm on Dixie Highway north to Bridge Road,
Bridge Road west to Hercules ending in Zeus Park.
Holiday Vendors along Dixie Highway.
Thursday, December 13th
HOLIDAY LUNCHEON/
INSTALLATION OF DIRECTORS
11:30am-1:30pm at Mariner Sands Country Club
6500 Mariner Sands Drive, Stuart
Sponsored by Steve Fenton, Fenton Services
$30 Members/$40 Non-members/$25 President’s
Council • No Shows will be billed.
Register online at www.hobesound.org
Friday, December 20th
CHAMBER VOLUNTEER
HOLIDAY LUNCHEON
Noon - Location TBA
Tuesday, December 24th
CHRISTMAS EVE
Chamber Office Closed 1/2 Day
Wednesday-Friday, December 25-27th
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY
Chamber Office Closed
Tuesday, December 31st
NEW YEAR’S EVE
Chamber Office Closed 1/2 Day
January Meetings
Wednesday, January 8th
AMBASSADORS MEETING
12:00pm at the Chamber Office
www.hobesound.org
Tuesday, January 14th and 28th
HOBE SOUND
TOASTMASTERS MEETING
7:00-9:00pm at Hobe Sound Bible College,
Administrative Building, Herron Center, 2nd Floor,
11298 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe Sound
Open to Chamber members and the public
Call 772-546-4724 for more information.
Monday, January 20th
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
5:30pm at the Chamber Office
January Events
Wednesday, January 1st
NEW YEAR’S DAY
Chamber Office Closed
Thursday & Friday, January 2nd and 3rd
FOLLOWING NEW YEAR’S DAY
Regular Chamber Office Hours
Friday, January 3rd, 10th, 24th, and 31st
SCORE BUSINESS COUNSELING
10:00am-1:00pm at the Chamber Office
Free Event
Call 772-546-4724 to schedule an appointment.
Wednesday, January 8th
INSIDE HOBE SOUND TOUR
8:30am-2:00pm Begins at the Chamber office then
proceeds by bus to points of interest. Free and open to
the public; space is limited. Box Lunch available for
$8; order at time of RSVP.
RSVP Required at 772-546-4724
Thursday, January 9th
MONTHLY BREAKFAST
8:00-9:15am at Hobe Sound Bible College,
Schmul Dining Center
11295 SE Gomez Avenue, Hobe Sound
$10 Members/$15 Non-members;
No Shows will be billed
Register online at www.hobesound.org
Wednesday, January 15th
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
5:30-7:00pm at Seacoast National Bank
11711 SE Federal Highway, Hobe Sound
2014 Festival of the Arts Poster Unveiling
$7 Members/$10 Non-members
RSVP online at www.hobesound.org
Thursday, January 16th
COCKTAILS & CONNECTIONS
6:00-7:00pm at Hobe Sound Art Gallery
11970 SE Dixie Highway, Hobe Sound
Free Event
By Invitation
Thursday, January 23rd
NEW MEMBER
RECEPTION BREAKFAST
8:30am • Location: TBA • By invitation only
Wednesday, January 29th
WILDLY SUCCESSFUL WOMEN’S
WEDNESDAY LUNCHEON
12:00-1:30pm • Location: TBA
Register online at www.hobesound.org
www.hobesound.org
Hobe Sound Pelican
Congratulations Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC
The Law Offices of Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith was
recently awarded the Business of Character Award, which
is bestowed on the Martin County business whose leadership and corporate culture uphold good character, promote community commitment and display high workplace ethics.
Managing partner Gary Lesser credits his grandfather,
firm founder Joseph Lesser, with inspiring his abiding
Ribbon
Cutting…
From left: C. Perez, TD Bank, B. Brown, Glory Association, K. Toth,
Edward Jones, S. Gonyo, Stuart Family Chiropractic & Acupuncture,
J. Otten, Hobe Sound Chamber, S. Pratt, Coldwell Banker, C.
Oakowsky, Oakowsky Properties, Gloria Kinkead, SelectShred, Richard
Kinkead, SelectShred, RJ Potter, T. Smith, Beaches Hair Studio, S.
Shirk, Seacoast National Bank, and J. Crawford, Strategic Realty
SelectShred
Richard Kinkead and Gloria Kinkead
7960 SW Jack James Drive, Stuart, FL 34997
772-463-3166 • www.selectshred.com
belief in community service.
LLL&S received the Business
of Character Award at a
Business Development Board
luncheon. A signature of
United Way of Martin County’s
Character Counts program, this
award is sponsored by Florida
Community Bank and BDB.
Gary Lesser
“We were honored to present
our Business of Character Award
to Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith,” said Jim Vojcsik, executive director of United Way of Martin County. “It is evident that while their leadership fosters an internal atmosphere of loyalty, trust and integrity, the firm overall consistently embodies the Six Pillars of Character through
their dedication to professionalism and commitment to
high ethical standards.”
The Stuart office is staffed by attorneys Gary Lesser,
Chad Hastings and Joshua Ferraro, all of whom remain
active with nonprofit organizations that benefit children
and families.
Gary Lesser is serving his second term on the Florida
Bar of Governors, Fifteenth Judicial Circuit. He’s served
as chair of the Florida Bar Professional Ethics Committee
and supported across the Treasure Coast and Palm
Beaches more than 50 nonprofit organizations. LLL&S
stands among the oldest law firms in Palm Beach County
and the Treasure Coast. Founded by Joseph H. Lesser in
West Palm Beach in 1927, LLL&S specializes in serious
personal injury and wrongful death cases, delivering significant verdicts and settlements for its clients.
All 11 attorneys on staff are AV-rated by MartindaleHubbell - the highest rating possible for ethical behavior
and legal ability. For information, call LLL&S at 561655-2028 or visit www.lesserlawfirm.com.
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Welcome New Members:
Children’s Home Services Council of Martin County
Suzanne Wentley
101 SE Central Parkway, Stuart, FL 34994
772-288-5758 • www.cscmc.org
Business Classification: Non-profit Organizations
Sponsored by: Staff
Organization Description: The Children’s Services
Council of Martin County, an independent special district, was created by voter referendum in 1988 to provide a dedicated funding source for local children’s programs. The Council funds programs that provide a
healthy foundation for children, create strong, supportive families, foster a safe community and offer children opportunities for success in school and life. Learn
more at www.cscmc.org.
H. Allen Holmes, Inc.
Allen Holmes
8998 SE Bridge Road, Hobe Sound, FL 33455
772-245-8586
www.hallenholmesinc.com
Business Classification: Interior Design
Sponsored by: Lillian Johnson, Chamber Volunteer
Organization Description: H. Allen Holmes is a statelicensed, full-service, commercial and residential interior
design firm in South Florida. For more than three
decades, the firm has been known for its exceptional
quality of design and attention to detail. The professional and experienced staff support Holmes, a
N.C.I.D.Q. qualified designer, who is continually updated on the design industry’s progress, both technological
and cultural. The firm is committed to excellence and
efficiency to all aspects of design, ultimately establishing
a more functional, cost-effective and finished quality
product for its clients. Holmes’ work has achieved several accolades and awards. His work has appeared in more
than 35 publications and the firm’s projects have been
featured on several television shows.
Hobe Sound Community Calendar
Stacy Weimer and Amanda McLaughlin
8515 SE Mangrove Street, Hobe Sound, FL 33455
772-403-3750
www.hscommunitycalendar.com
Business Classification: Advertising & Marketing
Sponsored by: Dan Hulen, Fifth Third Processing
Solutions
www.hobesound.org
Organization Description: The Hobe Sound
Community Calendar is a FREE resource that is produced locally and serves as a useful tool to find out
what is happening around town. The Hobe Sound
Community Calendar not only contains events, but
also important community contact information.
10,000 copies of the 2014 H.S. Community Calendar
will be distributed in and around Hobe Sound and
online at www.hscommunitycalendar.com. Please visit
their website for more information about advertising
opportunities or to submit a local event.
Key Business Connections, Inc.
Tony Sementelli
2620 Aurora Road, Ste. P, Melbourne, FL 32935
772-285-9606 • www.keybiz.net
Business Classification: Publishing
Sponsored by: Kim Sementelli, Seabranch ShipCenter,
Inc.
Organization Description:
Key Business
Connections, Inc. has been publishing Resource
Information Directories for some of Florida’s most
affluent and exclusive communities for more than 15
years. As a result of the direct contact they provide to
this important target market, their Directories get
consistent positive results for their advertisers. By
including fresh, relevant content and information
which is important to the end user, they can provide a
cost-effective marketing solution that provides value
to these advertisers as well. The Hobe Sound Private
Communities Rescource Information Directory will
be one their best works yet, as they tailor this publication specifically around the unique needs of the Hobe
Sound community.
Mitchell Marketing Group
Karin & Jack Mitchell
3100 Palm Warbler Court, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952
772-343-7122
www.prosperitasteam.com/karin
Business Classification: Health Foods/Nutritional
Supplies
Sponsored by: Gina Golino, Forward Electric and Air
Conditioning
Organization Description: Karin & Dr. Jack Mitchell
have been marketing Melaleuca for the past 18 years.
Melaleuca is the leading manufacturer of green, ecofriendly, personal and home consumer products in
North America. For families and individuals who want
to take the toxic chemicals out of their homes and out
of the environment, Melaleuca’s line of over 350 products is the answer. They are better, safer, and even less
expensive than the store brands. Melaleuca also offers
its customers the opportunity to develop an additional
stream of revenue. For more information, please visit
their website at http://www.prosperitasteam.com/karin.
Stoney’s Automotive
Carlos Vizcarrondo
11305 SE Federal Highway, Hobe Sound, FL 33455
772-545-3805
www.stoneysautomotive.com
Caroline McIntosh
Business Classification: Auto Sales Leasing & Service
Sponsored by: Staff
Organization Description: Stoney’s Automotive
began in 1980 as Stoney’s Truck Accessories in Hobe
Sound. Stoney’s Truck Accessories thrived, based on
the solid reputation earned by quality products and
excellent service. Global Extreme Restoration, 4x4 &
Classics, LLC, was formed in 2006 in Broward
County. With the more than 15 years of experience
behind this Land Cruiser restoration shop, Global
Extreme opted to relocate to Hobe Sound at the end
of 2009. In 2010, the owners of Global Extreme
decided to purchase Stoney’s Truck Accessories, and
renamed the new corporation Stoney’s Auto & Truck
Sales, Inc. With a renewed direction, they are able to
provide you with even more services, in their current,
spacious location.
TooJay’s Deli & Restaurant
Robin Moran, Catering Representative
Bluffs Shopping Center
4050 US Highway One, Jupiter, FL 33458
561-627-5555
and
Tiffany Grozan, Catering Representative
Regency Square
2504 SE Federal Highway, Stuart, FL 34994
772-287-6514
Business Classification: Restaurants and Catering
Organization Description: From Bar Mitzvahs to
receptions, from office parties to holiday celebrations,
TooJay’s Gourmet Deli compliments any occasion
with delicious party platters that show your good taste.
Every creation reflects TooJay’s famous attention to
detail and presentation. For all your catering needs
simply contact Catering Representatives, Robin Moran
for the Jupiter location at 561-252-2255, or Tiffany
Grozan for the Stuart location at: 772-349-2199.
New President’s Council Member
Join us in congratulating and welcoming longtime
Chamber member and supporter, Anthony “Tony”
Sementelli, to the Chamber’s President’s Council.
Hobe Sound ShipCenter
Anthony Sementelli
5667 SE Crooked Oak Ave, Hobe Sound, FL 33455
772-287-9810
www.seabranchshipcenter.com
Welcome New Social
Members:
Brett & Katharina Nordmann
772-266-4998
Lou Ann Prestegard
P.O. Box 909
Hobe Sound, FL 33455
772-546-9578
www.hobesound.org
Hobe Sound Pelican
Hundreds Give Back During United Wayʼs Day of Caring
United Way kicked off its 2013-14 campaign with
more than 250 Martin County residents who volunteered four hours of their Saturday to help make a difference in the community.
It began with a free breakfast at the Martin County
Fairgrounds where Amy Albury, director of environmental relations and sustainability at Florida Power & Light
and United Way’s 2013-14 campaign chair, thanked
everyone for supporting United Way by giving back to
their community.
“I couldn’t think of a better way to kick off United
Way’s campaign than with Day of Caring,” Albury said.
“I was amazed at how many people were willing to spend
a Saturday giving up their precious time and talents to
help others in the community. I was especially encouraged to see so many families volunteering together!”
Working with 17 local nonprofit agencies, United Way
organized 21 volunteer projects that included everything
from distributing food via mobile food pantries to putting together compassion kits for the homeless to painting houses, landscaping and vegetation removal.
“It was evident that Martin County is a special place to
live full of caring people,” Albury said.
Individuals, families and even groups from local businesses participated in Day of Caring and once their proj-
ects were completed by noon, the volunteers and their
families were invited to Sailfish Splash Waterpark for a
free afternoon of fun.
Day of Caring was made possible thanks to the support of Martin Volunteers; CHARACTER COUNTS!;
Martin County Parks and Recreation Department;
Sailfish Splash Waterpark; Coast 101.3 FM; Martin
Health System; Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith; FPL;
Publix Super Markets; Chick-Fil-A; Martin County Fair
Association; Tobacco Free Partnership of Martin County;
Seacoast National Bank, Tijuana Flats Just In Queso
Foundation and Robert Erneston Produce.
United Way of Martin County’s aim is to improve lives
together and lift the community by helping end hunger;
ensuring safety; improving people's health; helping create
job opportunities; helping provide solid education for all;
and strengthening families.
To learn more about United Way of Martin County
visit LIVEUNITEDmc.org or call 772-283-4800.
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Lillian Johnson Honored for 25 Years as a Chamber Volunteer
A special surprise took place at the August 28th
Business After Hours when Lillian Johnson was honored for serving 25 years as a Chamber volunteer.
During the ceremony all of the volunteers were recognized by the Chamber staff and Board of Directors for
their dedication and in appreciation for their hours of
assistance in helping to keep the Chamber running
smoothly and efficiently. Each volunteer was introduced
individually noting their exceptional volunteer talent
and presented with a lovely rose as a token of thanks.
Several guest speakers addressed the audience with
anecdotes and reminiscences of the years spent working
with Lillian on various projects. Veterinarian Dr.
Richard Smith related a dream he had about seeing himself lying in his coffin and Lillian was there at the funeral with her basket selling 50/50 tickets. Jennifer Ferrari
spoke about the 10 years she worked at the Chamber
with Lillian by her side. Mike Ennis was able to highlight the years he and Lillian coordinated the Christmas
Parade. Lillian was presented with two large bouquets
of flowers from the law firm of Lesser, Lesser, Landy &
Smith and from Dimar Florist. A banner with Lillian’s
photograph and a” thank you for 25 years” hung on the
wall above the cake that was provided by Forest Hills
Funeral Homes. When the microphone was handed to
Lillian she said, “For the first time in my life I am
speechless and I am truly overwhelmed.”
A photo album with a collection of pictures of
Lillian with various Chamber members through the
years was given to her and Angela Hoffman and Jan
Otten read a poem that they had written and was printed in the photo album.
A Poem for Lillian
By Jan Otten & Angela Hoffman
Lillian, it is said that Angels can be disguised
as friends
You are that friend to so many
A helper beyond compare
A friend who is always there
Someone to share our lives with
A blessing and true gift
We can always count on you
Someone who remains honest and true
The lives you’ve touched are vast and many
Years of volunteerism, earned not a penny
25 years of patience and dedication
Never taking a single paid vacation
You can’t say “No” to Mrs. 50/50
Your ability to raise money is more than nifty
A Chamber leader in so many ways
Your presence in the office brightens our days
Your gift of the Parade brings Hobe Sound
happiness and cheers
Thank you for 25 amazing years!
Seated: Honoree Lillian Johnson
Left to right standing: Rachel Willard, Janelle Parsons, Jan Otten –
Chamber Staff, Rich Otten, Marge Cabaniss, Al Cabaniss, Audrey
Burzynski, Bette Evans, George Kleine, Jean Tierney, Bobbi
Kauffman and Carol Branch – Volunteers