Page 14 - Stuart Exposure - April '23

Page 14, Stuart Exposure

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Hibiscus Children’s Center fabulous themed hats! The special musical performance
Celebrates Children At by Daryl Magill was enjoyed by all and some were up on
their feet dancing. Lisa E. performed sign language for the
The 30th Annual Jo Covelli beautiful songs.
Special thanks to cochairs Alicia Weber and Terri Cole

Luncheon and the entire committee for their hard work in planning this
memorable event. The luncheon directly supports Hibiscus’
Over 170 guests enjoyed a fabulous afternoon at the mission and helps to provide safe haven, mental health
Hibiscus Children’s Center 30th Annual Jo Covelli counseling, education and literacy services, and more for
Luncheon. This lovely affair is held annually at the prestigious children in our care.
Sailfish Point Country Club. Guests were greeted by mimosas For more information about Hibiscus and our special
as they perused the silent auction items including original events, please contact Lori Swift, director of outreach
artwork by local artists and raffle baskets. Vendors displayed events, at lswift@hcc4kids.org, (772) 634-1312 or visit us
beautiful clothing, jewelry and more. A highlight of the event at HibiscusChildrensCenter.org.
was artwork created by Hibiscus children. Art affords a creative Photos by MaryAnn Ketcham Cochairs Terri Cole and Alicia Weber with Hibiscus CEO
and therapeutic outlet for expression and children love the Matt Markley
opportunity to use their imaginations! The younger children
expressed themselves through use of color and some children
created flags to represent their heritage and beautiful rainbows.
Our theme was the Pearl, the symbol of wisdom gained
through experience and the 30th Anniversary gemstone. This
special anniversary luncheon honored our Grand Benefactor,
Jo Covelli and the Albert M. Covelli Foundation, who continue
to be beacons of light and love for children in our community.
The afternoon provided a delicious gourmet luncheon
and creative hat contest with many of our ladies adorning

Lois Seaman and Marilyn Hessler pictured with Liza Minelli
and John Travolta Joyce Court and Marge Hohman

Dolores Lashkevich, Marion Vitale and Joan Damson

Answer for
Crossword Puzzle Pat Noonan and Marylin Levitt Karen Vincenzini, Deb Kessler and Ellen Lugosch

Did You Make It To The Studies Center, and at the Florida Oceanographic Society.

Jensen Beach Garden Expo? Thank you to the thousands who attended and our many
volunteers, including the Boy Scouts, Project Lift, Jensen
It’s Now An Annual Tradition – You Never Beach High School students, Martin County Junior Master
Want To Miss This One! Gardeners, and club members and their families. Thank
you to our major sponsors: Nesha Farm, Stuart Lawn
By Lisa Oster, & Garden, Lucido & Associates, and Lindstrom Air
The Jensen Beach Garden Club Conditioning.
On Feb. 25, the place to Founded in 1950, the Jensen Beach Garden Club
be was Indian Riverside Park attracts members from the community who share a
for the Second Annual Jensen passionate love of gardening. JBGC’s objective is to
Beach Garden Expo. It was a fun enhance our natural environment by encouraging interest

Why Pay More To Sell?

Even with 23 years of
experience, my fees
are still low

SELL YOUR HOME
Using the latest and most advanced and educational plant and garden fair hosted by the Jensen in gardening by maintaining public garden spaces and local
Beach Garden Club (JBGC). Visitors stepped into an
beautification projects. We aim to expand the knowledge
marketing technologies explosion of color and wonder. Strolling through heavenly- of adults and children regarding the flora of Florida, water
smelling orchids, colorful crotons, exotic gingers, fragrant quality, preservation and conservation, invasive species,
Call Jim at herbs, and butterfly-attracting plants, folks discovered and the protection of birds, butterflies, bees, and native

772-341-2941 delicious honey, whimsical garden accessories, and plant life. The club is a nonprofit organization operated
entirely by volunteers, and 100 percent of its net proceeds
practical garden implements. Demonstrations occurred
throughout the day on vegetable gardening, how to pot are donated to local charities supporting our mission.
We hope to see you at next year’s 2024 Jensen Beach
Jim Weix, Broker Associate orchids, native plants, and fruit trees, and protecting the Garden Expo! Save the date: Feb. 24, 2024.
landscape from pests.
309 SE Osceola St., Suite 204, Stuart This year the Garden Expo proceeds have supported Follow us on Facebook Facebook and Instagram for
House of Hope, children’s camperships at the Environmental frequent updates: www.jensenbeachgardenclub.com.