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      Heroes Vs. Villains Pup Crawl from page 1          Big Taste Of Martin County Returns from page 1    LLC, Morgan Stanley, Phillip DeBerard, Go Local Electric,
                                                                                                           Echo Fine Properties, FIS Outdoor, Hunter Industries FX
      were Duffy’s Sports Grill,                        sample spirits,                                    Luminaire, Sunbelt Rentals, Positive Behavior Supports
      Hudson’s on the River,                            culminating in                                     Corp., Rehmann,  Terrance Riley Irrigation, Kamrell
      Spritz City Bistro, Stack:                        an event like no                                   Windows & Doors, Inc., Bayview Construction Services,
      Burgers & Bourbon, and                            other for a good                                   FPL, Hubbard Radio, and The Stuart Magazine.
      Taco Shack Bar & Grill.                           cause. Guests                                         Tickets: Pre-sale tickets are $65, and after September
         The event theme was                            will have the                                      13, tickets will be $70 for general admission, and guests
      Heroes vs. Villains, which                        opportunity to                                     wanting to buy tickets on the day of the event will pay $85
      brought out the creativity                        purchase  VIP                                      at the door. Reserved VIP tables will also be available.
      a m o ng  so m e  o f t he                        tables for four                                    Guests may purchase VIP tables for $500. VIP tables include
      supporters who dressed                            people, including early access to the event beginning   exclusive early entrance access for four people to our VIP
      the part and competed in a                        at 5 p.m., receive a goodie bag, and extra raffle tickets.   party with catered tastings from 5 to 6 p.m., a reserved table
      costume contest. There also                       VIP tables are limited, so advance purchases are   with four chairs, two drinks tickets, bonus raffle items,
      was a 50/50 raffle and YETI                       recommended. This exclusive event will include tastings   and a complimentary gift bag. The VIP table includes four
      cooler up for grabs!                              and a silent auction, and guests will participate in the   tickets, a complimentary gift bag, and bonus raffle tickets.
         The winner of the Best  Jeff and Charleen Sabin   voting process to select their favorite menu items from   Tickets and sponsorships can be purchased online at http://
      Dressed Dog category was  with Roxy, who was the Best   area restaurants.                            mentorbig.org/events, http://bigtaste.givesmart.com, or text
      “Wonder Woman,” featuring  Dressed Dog winner. Photo      It will feature delicious foods from local restaurants,   Big Taste2024 to 76278.
      Roxy, whose parents are  by Sarah Fisher.         featuring appetizers, main dishes, and desserts. Guests   About Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Palm Beach And
      Jeff and Charleen Sabin.                          will experience an array of drinks from local breweries   Martin Counties
      The Best Dressed Human was Megan Billitti as Scooby   such as Sailfish Brewing Co., Noxx & Dunn, Motorworks      BBBSA provides children facing adversity aged 6 to 18
      Doo’s Velma, and the Best Dressed Human/Dog Duo was   Brewing Co., Frazier Creek Brewing, and more. Get a   with volunteer mentors who serve as positive role models.
      Emily Jones with Kallie and Cash dressed as Superman,   taste of and sample wines, liquor, and food from over   Since 1986, the organization has provided mentors to
      Wonder Woman and Batman.                          20 restaurants serving all cuisines throughout and   children in Martin County and, since July 2010, in Palm
                                                        surrounding Martin County. Restaurants include Ellie’s   Beach County. Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA)
                                                        Downtown Deli, Culver’s of Stuart, Bolay, Duffy’s, Fork   recognized the Martin County organization in 2007 as one of
                                                        in the Road, Colab Kitchen, and District Table and Bar, to   the 35 best-performing agencies nationwide. Recently, this
                                                        name a few. There will be so much to enjoy in support of   chapter was awarded the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
                                                        Big Brothers Big Sisters. Guests will also enjoy a chance   (BBBSA) Growth Award for program excellence in 2023. The
                                                        to win fabulous prizes in the raffle! The online auction   Growth Award recognizes agencies that have demonstrated
                                                        opens October 1 through October 8 and will include   growth in the number of (“Bigs”) and youth (“Littles”) who
                                                        incredible items and experiences.                  are matched through the program, year over year. In the past
                                                           In honor of the 120-year celebration, the Doris M.   year, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach and Martin
                                                        Carter Foundation is pleased to offer Big Brothers Big   Counties has served 446 youth and grown its local services
                                                        Sisters of Palm Beach and Martin Counties a special gift:   by 7 percent. Visit www.mentorbig.org to learn more.
                                                        a $10,000 matching gift. All donations received leading   Calendar Listing:
                                                        up to the Big Taste and through the event will be matched.   5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 8 – Big Brothers Big
                                                           “This event helps us connect hundreds of young people   Sisters – Big Taste of Martin County at Atlantic Aviation
                                                        with a caring mentor and bring them more fully into our      This event brings the community together for an evening
      Matthew and Megan Billitti with their pets, Bailey and Dexter.   communities. In the next year, we aim to reach even more   of fun, food, spirits, craft beer, desserts, music, and more
      Megan Billitti, as Scooby Doo’s Velma, was the Best Dressed   because young people in our community need a mentor and   for a worthy cause. Tickets are $65 until September 13, then
      Human winner. Photo by Sarah Fisher.              have yet to experience this life-changing relationship,” said   $70, and $85 at the door. VIP tables of four are $500. For
                                                        Yvette Flores, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters.    more information, visit http://mentorbig.org/events or text
                                                           Sponsors Include Publix Super Markets Charities,   BigTaste to 76278.
                                                        Atlantic Aviation Stuart, Coastal Building Contractors,    2023 Event and Award photos by Liz McKinley




















      Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles featuring Alyssa Bean,
      Courtney Zanetti, Ashton Standish and Sarah Fisher. Photo
      courtesy of Humane Society of the Treasure Coast.
























      Wagnolias, the presenting sponsor, represented by Jessica
      Forbes, Michele Tucker, Anne Arrue and Joann Lesher. Photo
      by Sarah Fisher.






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