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VOL. 26 NO. 2
Hibiscus Children’s Center Hosted
‘A Night Of Southern Elegance’ To Benefit Children
Hibiscus Children’s
Center hosted a fabulous
evening, “A Night of
Southern Elegance,” at
the beautiful Willoughby
Golf Club in Stuart. This
exciting affair featured a
casino, incredible raffle
prizes, gourmet dinner,
and dancing with D.J.
Brian Lemen. All proceeds
directly benefited children
living at the Hibiscus
Shelter in Jensen Beach Cochairs Carolynn Strom and
where they receive safe Kate Mikkelson
Taste Of Little Italy Celebrates 17th Anniversary
At Tradition Square In Port St. Lucie
The Treasure Coast’s Largest
Italian Festival
Via Productions Inc.,
announced the return of the
Taste of Little Italy celebrating
its 17th anniversary on
Feb. 16 to 18. The cultural
festival known for the Italian
ambience, national Italian
American entertainers and
Junior League Of Martin County’s Reindeer Dash A Success
The Junior League of
Martin County’s 15th Annual
Rudolph’s Reindeer Dash 5K
and 10K was a huge success,
according to organizers. The
event at Memorial Park was
record-breaking for both race
participation and fundraising.
Nearly 550 runners and
walkers participated, and
the league raised more
than $40,000 to support its
charitable mission. Event cochairs Heather
“Our Junior League Frady and Alyssa Regan-
members feel incredibly Alexander
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haven, educational and literacy services, medical and dental
and professional counseling to help them heal and overcome
the trauma they have endured.
A Night of Southern Elegance was the ultimate
celebration of fun and glamour, with some partygoers
embracing the spirited charm of the South in their most
Southern-inspired outfits. The highlight of the evening was
the array of games in the casino, from rolling the dice to
spinning the roulette wheel! There were plenty of chances to
strike it lucky and win big. After guests enjoyed a delicious
southern-style buffet, they donated generously to a special
Call to the Heart auction directly benefiting the children
and took home a Hibiscus teddy bear!
Jane Landesman, Jan Malasek, Joan Damson and Jessica
Malasek Hibiscus Children’s Center Hosted on page 7
authentic food will be offering free admission to thank
the community for all the years of support. The festival
will be in Tradition Square. The Taste of Little Italy is
the Treasure Coast’s largest Italian festival.
Festival hours throughout the weekend are Friday, 4 to
10 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m.
to 8 p.m. Admission and parking are free.
Now in its 17th year, the Taste of Little Italy, presented
by Galbani Cheese, promises a weekend filled with
entertainment, food, family fun and more, served up
Italian-style! Each year, the Taste of Little Italy draws
three generations of families on the Treasure Coast with a Taste Of Little Italy Celebrates on page 4
proud to offer such a beloved annual tradition for our Spectators and race participants also enjoyed a free post-
community,” said Taylor Gilmour, president of the Junior race party, complete with food vendors, music, lawn games
League of Martin County. “We are so grateful for all of our
participants, sponsors, vendors and volunteers for making Reindeer Dash A Success on page 3
the 15th Annual Dash such
a success.” Cupid Knows Best: Love More In 2024!
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the event cochairs, Alyssa late nights all month long –enrolling new clients and
Regan-Alexander and matching existing clients. These Award-Winning
Heather Frady. Matchmakers are responsible for connecting countless
“Their dedication and couples for Valentine’s Day and year round for 33
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