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VOL. 24 NO. 9 www.seabreezepublications.com SEPTEMBER 2023

The Treasure Coast’s Premier Food And Spirits Festival Big

Taste Of Martin County Returns Oct. 10 To Atlantic Aviation

The Big Taste of Martin County is presented by Publix
Super Markets Charities, as an annual fundraising event for
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach and Martin Counties
will be Tuesday, Oct. 10 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Atlantic
Aviation located at 2501 S.E. Aviation Way.
The premier food and spirits event returns bigger than ever,
guests will enjoy culinary treats from local restaurants, craft
breweries, and taste and sample spirits culminating in an event
like no other for a good cause. Guests will have the opportunity
to purchase VIP tables for four people including early access to
the event beginning at 5 p.m., receive a goodie bag, and extra
raffle tickets. VIP tables are limited so advance purchase is
encouraged. This exclusive event will include tastings, a silent
auction, and guests will participate in the voting process to select
their favorite menu items from area restaurants.

Taste Of Martin County on page 3 Doug Capen, Dan Capen and Jeff Capen Elsie Stewart, Andy Rose, Susan Majette, Matthew Billitti, Carla Gubernick
The High-Flying Dirty On The Water For A Cause

Flight Suit Party Returns Special Olympics Florida Hosts Its Regional

To The Stuart Air Show! Surfing Competition At Cocoa Beach

On July 15, Special Olympics
Florida held its Central Region
The countdown is on for the exciting 2023 Stuart Air Regional Surf Competition at Alan
Show, one of the Treasure Coast’s largest and most anticipated Shepard Park, in Cocoa Beach.
events, returning to Stuart’s Witham Field on Nov. 10 to 12. About 35 Special Olympics
The Stuart Air Show is proud to announce that TD Florida surfers turned out to
Bank will once again sponsor the always entertaining TD compete, showing off their skills to
Bank Dirty Flight Suit Party. This twilight event is a must- their families and other spectators.
see for fans of all ages and includes breathtaking nightime The weather cooperated, producing
aerobatics followed by a stunning fireworks display. The terrific waves for the surfers to ride.
Friday night event is the traditional kickoff to the Veterans F22 day The surfers competed for ribbons
Day weekend of exhilarating aviation family fun. and a chance to participate in
Dewey Vinaya, president of the Stuart Air Show, is excited to have TD Bank back the Special Olympics Surfing
as one of its major sponsors. “The Stuart Air Show is the ultimate community event. It Championships at Cocoa Beach
doesn’t happen without the incredible support we receive from our corporate partners on Aug. 26. Many thanks to all the
including TD Bank. We love them.” coaches and volunteers who helped
Trisha Hawthorne is the vice president of TD Bank and is equally elated with the make this happen!
partnership. “This is our way to give back on this special occasion to honor and show Special Olympics Florida
appreciation for veterans’ service and sacrifice. At TD, we pride ourselves on showing provides year-round sports training
up and supporting the communities in which we live and work.” and competition, crucial health
The TD Bank Dirty Flight Suit Party takes place in the VIP area at Witham Field on screenings, and leadership training
Friday, Nov. 10 and includes front row center seating from which to view the military programs to Martin County residents
jets, breathtaking aerobatics and fireworks. It includes a fantastic catered menu, open and all Floridians with intellectual
bar and a meet and greet with pilots and performers. Seating is extremely limited, and and developmental disabilities.
tickets must be purchased online in advance. All programs are offered free of
charge and our sports programs
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We are finishing our summer
sports – surfing, stand-up paddleboard, swimming, and bowling – and are transitioning to
our fall sports – powerlifting, softball, gymnastics, and golf. Special Olympics Florida serves
60,000 athletes statewide. Our Central Region includes the following counties: Martin, Lake,
Orange, Seminole, Brevard, Polk, Osceola, Indian River, Okeechobee, and St. Lucie.
If you’re interested in more information on getting involved with our local programming,
please contact the local Community Engagement Manager, HaleyRobbins@sofl.org, or visit
specialolympicsflorida.org/central.

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