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Good Works from page 8 to long-term sobriety, and ready to begin or continue their
education.
Feb. 1. The event at North River Shores Tennis Club in Stuart, Players competed in men’s and women’s doubles for
raised funds for the Foundation’s Mark Garwood Phoenix both tennis and pickleball and enjoyed lunch and an awards
Scholarship program. The program provides scholarships ceremony afterward. The tennis tournament was presented
to adults in South Florida who are in recovery, committed by Hanley Foundation and Seacoast Bank, and the pickleball
tournament was presented by Ted Glasrud Associates.
Kate Ryan Watkins, a Mark Garwood Phoenix Scholarship
recipient, spoke during the event. Through the foundation’s
support and encouragement, she earned her master’s degree
and fulfilled her dream of becoming a therapist, helping others
in recovery. Watkins was joined by 20 fellow scholarship
recipients who volunteered to help at the event, ensuring this
year’s Racquets for Recovery was another success.
Since 2015, the Mark Garwood Foundation has awarded Kate Keller, Lindsey White
more than $560,000 in scholarships to 76 adults in Florida.
The foundation has supported 28 alumni who have earned
38 degrees, including two doctorates.
For more information about the Mark Garwood Foundation
and its scholarship program, visit markgarwoodfoundation.
org.
Tracy Tullier, Laurie Riber, Dawn Oliver, Silva Brinkman Photos by Tracey Benson Photography

The Singles Scene Column ©

Real Talk: Your Love Life for the faint of heart—it’s a combat sport. You will take a few
By Kelly Leary, M.S. hits along the way, but you must keep going if you want to
& Miranda Capparelli score the touchdown.
(The Award-Winning Know Your League
Matchmakers) It’s crucial to understand what “league” you should
be dating in. You can’t be a third-string player on a
“To truly change the community football team and expect to date the head cheerleader Turner Benoit
way we approach love, we of an NFL team. If you have incredibly high standards, make sure
have to go to the source your attributes match what you’re looking for in a partner. Ask a
of everything we do: our brutally honest friend or, better yet, ask your matchmaker. We’ll Club News
minds.” — Todd Perelmuter give you the truth (while your friends might sugarcoat it). Most
Romance has arrived of our clients appreciate this transparency.
and you have front row
seats. Cupid’s arrow is Optimism and Open-mindedness Explore “Martin Digital
aimed, and couples are Remember, there is a pot for every lid. Don’t let low
falling in love all over town, self-esteem hold you back from believing in love. If History” With The Martin
thanks to us. February is all you find yourself thinking, “No one will ever love me,” STOP.
about LOVE. Whether you’re actively looking for it or quietly You are lovable, and you deserve the best partner in the world.
wishing for it, LOVE is on everyone’s mind this month. You Start telling yourself: “I am lovable, and love is on its way.” Stay County Genealogical Society
can run, but you can’t hide from the magic of Valentine’s Day. optimistic, and get off that negative train—it’s headed nowhere.
So, how is your love life? (Take a moment to think about it). Is that really where you want to go? Martin County is filled
Do you need a little extra help from our sweet, professional
cupids this month? Well, good news—we’re right here in your More Amazing Singles Than Ever with historical treasures –
local area, ready to help! As always, don’t forget to share this We’re excited to report that we’re meeting more photographs, scrapbooks,
valuable info with your single family and friends—especially incredible, like-minded singles than at any other time records and letters – that
during this inspiring month. They might just be more motivated in our history. Nationwide exposure and a recent article chronicle the lives of our
to take action than they think. in The Shiny Sheet have been an astronomical experience for residents and help build
the club and its members. Times have changed, and so has
The Power of a Two-Some our matchmaking style. New candidates for men and women an accurate picture of the
Countless studies have shown that we’re at our best are walking through our doors every day. Our database is history of our communities.
when we’re in a healthy relationship. It’s not money, fame, or growing and ever-changing, and the quality of matches pack At the Martin County
beauty that brings true happiness—it’s togetherness. We ask a powerful punch. Genealogical Society’s
people of all ages—from 20 to 80-plus—what their happiest (MCGS) April meeting,
moments have been, and the overwhelming answer is always The Right People Are Out There
the same: “The best time of my life was when I was in a loving, We feel so fortunate to work with such attractive, professional archivist
committed relationship.” successful, and positive clients. Our clients are too Georgen Charnes will
wise and too busy for the bar scene or online dating. They discuss the mission of Georgen Charnes
It Makes Perfect Sense want quality, and they deserve it too. Martin Digital History.
When you’re in a relationship, you have someone In honor of love month, here’s one final piece of advice. Orchestrated by the Martin County Library system, MDH
to share life’s joys with, and someone to lean on during the “Treat yourself the way you want to be treated by others.
tough times. You have a partner to help you plan your future, Love yourself, and you will be loved.” Love the world, and it encourages appreciation of Martin County’s unique history by
and a person who becomes your rock, your sounding board, will love you back. It’s the LOVE MOVEMENT. Join us and collaborating with community members and local organizations
and your biggest cheerleader. Two beats one, any day of the enroll today--before we book solid! to collect, present, and interpret relevant digital content. Local
week. Not only does this connection improve your emotional Happy Valentine’s Day Wishes and Caviar Dreams to all historical organizations such as the Stuart Heritage Museum and
health, but it’s also essential for your physical well-being. A of you! May you find love in 2025—with yourself and with the Black Heritage Initiative and many individuals have come
supportive relationship gives you something to look forward to others. We are obsessed with 2025 and can’t wait to make this
every day, and that’s crucial for mental and physical wellness. year even better—together! together to help create a cooperative digital community archive
Thank you for sharing your time with us today. We open to all.
Taking Responsibility for Your Love Life appreciate all of you. Georgen Charnes is the archivist and project director for
Deep down, no one wants to be single forever. Yet, Xoxo – Kelly & Miranda Martin Digital History. She has master’s degrees in library
many will be alone this February—and possibly longer— science and communications and has been an archivist in a
because they’re not owning their love life. They’re too comfy #34YearsOfExperience #WhyWaitJustDate #LoveOffline
in their comfort zones, waiting for something to happen instead #MatchmakingRoyalty #TellYourFriends number of places, including New Orleans, Nantucket and Utah.
of making it happen. Some people blame others (or even an ex) #ComeAliveIn2025 Free and open to the public, the meeting is at the Blake
for their single status, but here’s the truth: you are responsible Library in Stuart from 1 to 3 p.m., Friday, April 18. The meeting
for your relationship status. Kelly Leary© has 34 years in the dating begins with a social time followed by a brief business meeting.
industry and a master’s degree in clinical The presentation is at 2 p.m. To attend the meeting on Zoom,
Facing the Truth psychology. She has been written about
In the world of dating, it’s easy to get stuck in patterns in Modern Luxury Magazine Palm register at mcgsfl.org/events.
of blaming external factors rather than reflecting on Beach and Modern Luxury Manhattan, The Martin County Genealogical Society offers a variety
our own actions, dating style, or mindset. Taking ownership The Palm Beach Post, The Shiny Sheet, of services in the Genealogy Room at the Blake Library in
of your love life requires self-awareness, self-improvement, Stuart News, Jupiter Magazine, and Stuart including an extensive research library, access to several
and a willingness to face the discomfort of stepping outside many more. Revolution Dating members genealogy websites and assistance from MCGS volunteers. For
of your comfort zone. are pre-screened in person, including background checks.
Fear of rejection, getting hurt, or losing freedom often Professional photos are taken by the staff. Revolution Dating more information about membership, activities and services
holds people back, but this is precisely what keeps them from is NOT online dating or blind dating. In addition to providing go to mcgsfl.org.
finding happiness. Online dating is a risky platform, and we matchmaking services that make singles “UN-single” through
get that. This is why we’re here! Unlike online dating, we vet their exclusive club memberships, Kelly and her Team also
every single candidate and connect with them personally. We provide feedback from your dates when appropriate. Mock
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