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VOL. 27 NO. 2 www.seabreezepublications.com FEBRUARY 2025

Taste Of Little Italy Celebrates Their

18th Anniversary At Tradition Square In Port St. Lucie

The Treasure Coast’s Largest Festival hours throughout Coast, promising something special for everyone to enjoy

Italian Festival Where It’s All the weekend are Friday, 4 to and remember as they create memorable moments together
that last a lifetime.
10 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m.
About Love Valentine’s Day to 10 p.m. and Sunday, 11 “We are committed to celebrating our Italian cultures,
a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission and
values, and traditions that are built on the foundation of
Weekend parking are free. family. We are grateful for all who came out and celebrated
Now in its 18th year, and shared in the love of our heritage,” said Jerry Somma,
Via Productions Inc. proudly announces the return of the the Taste of Little Italy Co-Founder and Producer of the festival.
Galbani Taste of Little Italy, celebrating its 18th anniversary presented by Galbani Cheese Cheers to the next 18 years; we will offer The Aperol
on February 14 to 16. The cultural festival, known for its promises a weekend filled Spritz Piazza and the Voga Prosecco and Bellini Lounge, a
Italian ambiance, national Italian American entertainers, and with entertainment, food, great place to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of The
authentic food, will be offering free admission to thank the family fun, and more served Taste of Little Italy.
community for all the years of support. The festival will be up Italian-style! Each year, Experience national and local chefs who come out to the
in Tradition Square. The Taste of Little Italy is the Treasure the Taste of Little Italy Taste of Little Italy and demonstrate how to cook specialty
Coast’s largest Italian festival and this year’s theme is “It’s draws three generations of
All About Love” as we celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend. families on the Treasure Galbani Chef Marco Taste Of Little Italy on page 3
Children’s Museum Hosts

Stellar ‘Starry Night – Black & White Gala’

The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast proudly The night reached new heights with an “out-of-this- The celebration continued with high-energy dancing to
announces the success of its “Starry Night – Black & White world” dinner, followed by a thrilling live auction. the music of the Street Talk Band, bringing the evening to a
Gala,” held on November 16 at Harbour Ridge Yacht & Highlighted items included: memorable close.
Country Club. The event dazzled attendees and raised an • A 7-night Greek cruise donated by Cruise Planners Special thanks go to our Presenting Sponsors, Marsha and
incredible $110,000 to support the museum’s mission of • A stunning blue topaz bracelet from Colorado Pawn Michael Cetta, and to all the generous sponsors and attendees
inspiring and educating children in the community. & Jewelry whose contributions made this event a phenomenal success.
Guests were welcomed with a signature “Shooting Star” • Stays at the Atitlan Oasis Eco Hotel & Spa on Lake Proceeds from the gala will fund the purchase of
cocktail, setting the tone for an elegant and exciting evening. Atitlan, Guatemala a mobile planetarium, which will travel to schools
During the cocktail hour, attendees enjoyed live music by Harold • Exquisite Wine Pairing Dinners for 12, courtesy of
Seay while exploring an array of enticing silent auction items. OOO La La Life Children’s Museum on page 4
Treasure Coast Hospice

Foundation Recognizes 2024 Thanks For Giving Honorees

Philanthropist Marlene K. Filer and Mingle reception held in December at The Mayes Center
And Ken Feiertag/ Feiertag in Stuart. Philanthropist Marlene K. Filer and Ken Feiertag/
Feiertag, Financial Group of Janney Montgomery Scott
Financial Group Of Janney LLC, were honored for their commitment to the Treasure
Coast Hospice (TCH) mission and distinguished service to
Montgomery Scott LLC Honored philanthropy through time, talent and treasure.
“Thanks for Giving celebrates the extraordinary
For Their Distinguished Service contributions of our honorees and how their generous
support ensures quality end-of-life care for those we serve,”
The Treasure Coast Hospice Foundation presented its 2024 said TCH CEO Jackie Kendrick, CHPCA. “We are grateful
Thanks for Giving Awards to two honorees during the Jingle to our honorees for caring so deeply about our mission to
provide compassionate care
to patients and families in our
community.” Thanks for Giving Honoree Ken Feiertag with TCH CEO
Thanks for Giving honoree Jackie Kendrick, CHPCA
Marlene K. Filer has been a
fervent supporter of TCH’s and president of the nonprofit Celebrities Fore Kids (CFK),
Little Treasures Pediatric Filer has facilitated more than $93,000 in funding for Little
Palliative Care Program since Treasures. Her generous support has provided much-needed
its inception in 2014. Under
her direction as co-founder Hospice Foundation on page 5